Family Literacy Day What: Support your child's speech skills. Mark Family Literacy Day on January 27 to raise awareness about the importance of reading and promoting literacy skills in children. Five Counties is pleased to be a partner in promoting Family Literacy Day. When: Friday, January 27 Where: Virtual and at home Why: Speech skills […]
Thank You Card Contest What: At Five Counties, we have a lot for which to say, ‘thank you.’ And now we’re asking for kids’ help to show our appreciation. Take part in our Thank You Card Contest taking place in February 2023 as part of Winterfest 2023. Can you write the words ‘thank you’? Can […]
What: Cap the Family Day long weekend by joining Five Counties at the Peterborough Petes home game. The Maroon and White host the Sudbury Wolves in OHL action. This Family Day Petes game is part of Winterfest 2023 festivities. When: Monday, Feb. 20, 2 pm Where: Peterborough Memorial Centre, 151 Lansdowne St. W., in Peterborough […]
Let's Be Social - Backyard Summer Social Contest What: Enter our #LetsBeSocial contest to win 2 tickets to our Backyard Summer Social fundraising gala on June 24. Simply like and share our Backyard Summer Social post on our Five Counties' Facebook, Instagram or Twitter sites between May 4-17, then tag the person you’d bring in […]
Quilted Treasures - Quilt Show and Sale What: Join us for the Quilted Treasures Quilt Show and Sale organized by the Lindsay Creative Quilters' Guild. Part of the event proceeds will go to Five Counties Children's Centre. The event features: a quilt exhibit, quilt raffle, tea-room, door prizes, members' boutique, vendors' booths and much more! […]
Nature Hounds and Playgrounds What: Join our free Junior Outdoor Playgroup geared to caregivers and preschool-aged children. Discover backyard adventures as the group explores the natural space to enjoy social games/activities and build gross motor skills through play. All activities will be flexible and adapted to meet the child's interests, attention and physical abilities. Dress […]
Peterborough Lakers-Five Counties Partnership Kickoff What: Five Counties and the Peterborough Lakers are pleased to launch a new partnership for the 2023 season. This season, the team is launching its 'Five Counties Assist' program that will see tickets donated to Five Counties kids and their family for each of the team's home games. Five Counties […]
Annual General Meeting What: Join us for our Annual General Meeting for 2022-23. Along with our regular Board of Directors meeting/election of officers, our AGM will feature our Keynote Speaker, Adam White (long-time Board member and Five County alumnus). High-Five Community Recognition Awards will also be announced. Event will be held in-person (with virtual option). […]
Patrick's Pumpkin Palooza in Support of Five Counties What: The Patrick McAuley Group is hosting Patrick’s Pumpkin Palooza in Support of Five Counties! When: Saturday, October 14, from 9 am to 12 pm. Where: Bowes & Cocks Limited Brokerage, 333 Charlotte St., in Peterborough Join Us: come get your pumpkins for Halloween while supporting Five […]
ARTISANity Autumn Show & Sale What: ARTISANity is the Artisan Centre Peterborough's bi-annual fundraising show and sale featuring handcrafted artisans work by their members. While the event is a fundraiser for the Artisan Centre, all proceeds from the sale of Christmas ornaments on the tree will go to support Five Counties Children's Centre. When: Friday, […]
Cougars For Kids in Support of Five Counties What: Five Counties is pleased to team up with the Cobourg Cougars hockey team for the first-ever Cougars for Kids night on Nov. 20 (which coincides with National Child Day). Cheer on the home side as the Cougars take to the ice against North York, while […]
Day in the North Pole What: Join the Young Adults of Peterborough Lions for a Day in the North Pole. Children of all ages and abilities are welcome. Come in your comfy pajamas and enjoy holiday crafts, hot chocolate, and snacks, followed by a movie screening of 'Happy Feet.' Donations to Five Counties are welcome. […]