RECENT EVENTS AT THE MOUNT COMMUNITY CENTRE
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MARK JURGENSON - Tenor
 Mark Jurgenson performed a Recital “An Ontario Summer Evening Special” in the Gathering Room at the Mount Community Center Peterborough on     June 23, 2018
Mark is developing  a voice studio in Peterborough, ON. Mark is also developing connections at area schools, organizing events and classes to improve musical education for Ontario communities.
Visit Mark's website to learn about past and upcoming performances; audition opportunities and engagement requests. Visit Mark's website for more information
www.markjurgenson.com  
ART for AUTISM
June 1-3
A benefit for Community Living Trent Highlands and Wish Fund

One of the trademarks of those who suffer from autism is impaired verbal communication. Art is used to enhance emotional and mental growth by helping clients express themselves to others in a meaningful and beneficial way.

The Zippity Doo Da Choir 
A Fundraiser for The Mount
​May 11, 2018

On Friday, May 11, 2018, The Zippity Doo Da Community Soul Chorus, a Rock 'n' Roll choir, along with guests The X Pollinators, a new Latin Canadian Trio,  performed a benefit concert for The Mount Community Centre. 
KAWARTHA QUILT SHOW - May 3,4,5, 2018 
The Kawartha Quilters enjoyed a well attended Quilt Show. In spite of very poor weather on Friday, May 3rd, there were line-ups for hours. The exquisitely crafted quilts were displayed throughout the building and offered much in the way of eye candy for all those who attended.
A VISIT TO SUDAN, April 2108
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Sister Joan with some of the students she befriended in South Sudan.
Sister Joan Driscoll, a retired sister with the Sisters of St.Joseph, recently visited South Sudan.
Sister Joan agreed to share her photos and experience with 25 eager listeners.


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​The Peterborough Chamber of Commerce PBX Monthly Meeting was hosted in the Auditorium at the Mount in April 2018. ​The event was well attended. 

Catering was provided by Nikki Nelson, using  the Mount Community Centre's new kitchen.
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​LINNAGOND- March 17, 2018
Linnagond, a role-playing medieval group, came together on Saturday, March 15, 2018, to raise funds for the CMHA. A large group of approximately 70 men, women and children, fully dressed in period costumes and armour, had a fun time making costumes and "sword fighting". Though still a bit snowy, the group made good use of the circle and arbour outside the Auditorium.

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​MAYHEMINGWAYS ALBUM RELEASE
Saturday, March 10, 2018
Mayhemingways album release event, played to a sold out audience of 150 guests. Local Musician, Josh Fewings, has been a long-time supporter of the Mount.

​https://mayhemingways.wordpress.com/bio/

"Sanctuary"
This haunting recording of "Sanctuary" was recorded in the 
Austin Doran Hall by local artists:
  • Kate Suhr
  • Kate Brious
  • Meilssa Payne
  • Paul Crough
Have a listen and enjoy!


​​FOOD FOR THOUGHT 2017
This annual Fundraising event makes a statement about those who have and those who haven't. Guests are fed two different meals for the same  ticket price- one humble and one of substance.  One of the Mount Community Centre mandates is to work towards food security for everyone, regardless of station in life.
The next Food For Thought event 
is scheduled for Friday, September 29, 2018


BUILDING THE ZERO HOUSE
The Zero House was a collaborative project between the Endeavour Centre (Peterborough) and Ryerson Polytechnical (Toronto). The house leaves barely a footprint, designed for off-the-grid living. The project was completed in the Summer of 2017 on the front lawn of The Mount Community Centre. It was then disassembled and taken to an energy show in Toronto. 

http://endeavourcentre.org/

GREEKALICIOUS - November 2017
This was the second Greekalicious Event. One of the many small fundraisers at The Mount. Tickets are sold to those who come to see a demo of their food being prepared and cooked by local chef and councillor,
Don Vassilliadis with assistant - our Kitchen Manager, Nikki Nelson. The event sold out and again, was a great success. Everyone loved the food and promised to return this year.
RE-NAMING THE CHAPEL TO THE 
  AUSTIN DORAN HALL
August 2017
Formerly the chapel, this magnificent hall was renamed in honour of the first General Superior of the newly formed Congregation of the Sisters of St. Joseph of the Diocese of Peterborough. In 1893, it was Mother Austin who arranged for the purchase of the of the initial 10 acre farm known as Inglewood. At that time there was a house, a barn and extensive grounds. The property would eventually grow to encompass over 100 acres and the main building would be over 132,000 square feet with its centre piece being their beautiful 1934 Chapel.  The Mount Community Centre is privileged to be the stewards of this stunning piece of architecture.
SOME OF OUR EARLIER EVENTS AT THE MOUNT

HOWARD BERRY - Passion for Colour (2017)
Howard Berry has been making costumes for Peterborough Theatre Guild for more than 40 years. His incredible creations cover an extensive variety of costumes which include "Cats" as seen on the left and a magnitude of period costumes. 
Passion for Colour was a celebration of the creativity and lifelong commitment to the art of costume making of Howard Berry. The show featured 26 of his most memorable costumes, and a 22 original paintings.
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​                          The Strumbellas                           
Recording "Spirits" at the Mount Community Centre, 2016

The Strumbellas is a Canadian rock band who originated in Lindsay, Ontario. This video was recorded in The Mount Community Centre's Austin Doran Hall. This song was on the band's third album and topped the Billboard Alternative Songs chart, the last two weeks of May 2016.  The song also enjoyed significant mainstream radio play in Canada and a number of European countries.