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Waverley Place

Wednesday, July 9 -- register now!
Saturday, July 19 -- register now!
Wednesday, August 6 -- registration opens July 2, 10am
Wednesday, August 13 -- registration opens July 2, 10am

2:30-3:30pm | Adults | Registered
$70+tax Tea for 2 | $140+tax Tea for 4

Enjoy tea on the veranda of Waverley Place, with catering provided by Pound & Pestle Culinary Co.! 

Explore the heritage home, chat with friends, and relax with a cup of tea and delicious refreshments.

Food options prepared by Pound & Pestle Culinary Co:

• Fingerling tea sandwiches (chive whipped cream cheese with English cucumber and watercress; shaved Black Forest ham and Havarti; Welsh cheddar with pear chutney);
• Mini scones with Devon clotted cream and boutique fruit preserves;
• French macarons;
• Chocolate truffles;
• Local strawberries; and
• Assorted Twinings teas with cubed white and raw sugar.
  
  

PLEASE NOTE:

• Advanced registration and payment are required. Cost $35+tax per person, with a minimum order of two people. Vegetarian and gluten-free options are available.
• For inquiries about additional seating options, please contact Heather Ridge at hridge@cplma.ca
• Refunds up to 7 days before the event. Refunds are subject to a non-refundable processing fee.
• Caregivers and support staff for people with disabilities are admitted free of charge.

Canada's biggest sports car racing event, the 2025 Chevrolet Grand Prix, roars into Canadian Tire Motorsport Park (CTMP) July 11-13. Before the exotic prototypes and GT race cars take to the legendary road course, fans can sample the race weekend excitement at Clarington presents the Chevrolet Grand Prix RaceFest on Wednesday, July 9.

 This free event is at the Garnet B. Rickard Recreation Complex from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm.

The Rec Complex is located at 2440 Durham Regional Hwy 2 and Bowmanville Ave. in Bowmanville, ON.

 RaceFest features race cars and drivers from the IMSA's WeatherTech SportsCar Championship and the Michelin Pilot Challenge. Other highlights include General Motors high-performance vehicles, displays by Mosport Karting Centre, food, music, and prize giveaways of race tickets and CTMP swag.

 The line-up of IMSA race cars on display is impressive, including the iconic Pratt Miller Motorsport  and AWA Racing's Corvette Z06 GT3.Rs, the Pfaff Motorsports Lamborghini Huracan GT3 EVO2 and two Paul Miller Racing BMW M4 GT3 EVOs

 Canadian Motorsport Hall of Famer and CTMP co-owner Ron Fellows will attend, along with 12 drivers who will compete a few days later at CTMP on the Chevrolet Grand Prix weekend.

 So bring your passion for speed to the Garnet B. Rickard Recreation Complex on July 9, 5:30 -7:30 pm, and join us for an adrenaline-fueled celebration at Clarington presents the Chevrolet Grand Prix RaceFest.

Newcastle Library
Wednesdays, July 9 to 30
6-7:15pm

Adults | Registered -- register now!

$40+tax
PLEASE NOTE: Refunds are subject to a non-refundable Eventbrite processing fee. Caregivers and support staff for people with disabilities are admitted free of charge.

Explore the creative world of Cricut in this four-part workshop series! Learn the basics while making a unique water bottle label,  a small make-up bag or pencil holder, and designing your own t-shirt and a mug.

Bowmanville Library
Grades 11-12

FILM PRODUCTION
Wednesday, July 9 | 6-7:15pm
Registered -- register now!

GRAPHIC DESIGN
Wednesday, July 16 | 6-7:15pm
Registered -- register now!

VIDEO GAME DESIGN & ANIMATION
Wednesday, July 23 | 6-7:15pm
Registered -- register now!

Explore your passions and learn from industry professionals about career paths in the creative industries, including filmmaking, acting, screenwriting, video game design and animation, and graphic design.

What to expect:

• Experiential learning: Dive into hands-on activities that bring the creative process to life.
• Engaging sessions: Participate in dynamic and interactive sessions that keep you involved and excited.
• Expert guidance: Learn from seasoned professionals who share their insights and experiences.
• Career exploration: Ask questions and gain valuable information about pursuing a career in the creative industries.

Presented with the Toronto Film School.

Bowmanville Library
Thursday, July 10
10:30-11:30am

Grades JK-6 | Drop in

No, not dinosaurs or basketball players but predators of the sky!  Which birds are considered raptors? How do they hunt? Did you know one of them is the fastest animal on the planet? Learn about these fascinating fine feathered friends and how they are a big part of our ecosystem.

Presented with Brian Joyce, a Naturalist/Ornithologist. Brian has worked with many organizations as an Outdoor Educator for the Nonquon Outdoor Education Centre, Central Lake Ontario, and Cataraqui Conservation Authorities, and as a Park Naturalist for Bon Echo, Murphys Point, and Sandbanks Provincial Parks. He shares his experiences of the natural world in an educating and humorous way that engages and educates the public on the importance of protecting our natural environment.

Please see our TD Summer Reading Club website for more programs and summer fun!
https://www.cplma.ca/src

Bowmanville Library
Thursday, July 10 
6:30-7:30pm

All ages | Drop in

Wear your pyjamas, bring a stuffie and snuggle down for some cosy books and songs!

An international field of world-class sports car drivers – and four Canadians - is set to do battle at Canada’s Legendary Home of Motorsports in the Chevrolet Grand Prix,  July 11-13 at Canadian Tire Motorsport Park (CTMP).

This is one of the country’s premier motorsport events, featuring the only Canadian stop for the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship for exotic closed-wheel prototypes and GT sports cars, including iconic brands like Corvette,  Acura, Aston Martin, BMW, Ferrari, Lamborghini, Lexus, McLaren, Mercedes-AMG, Mustang,  and Porsche.

Off-track, the entertainment and value for fans this summer weekend is second to none. The CTMP Marketplace is located adjacent to the paddock in Turn 1, with interactive displays and the kid-friendly Canadian Tire Action Zone. The latest in race clothing and souvenirs can be found at the CTMP Official Merchandise Trailer, and fans can tame their thirst and hunger at the Trackside Grill, along with other food and drink options, including the trackside Turn 1 Beer Garden. Fans also have access to the race team paddocks and driver autograph sessions.

One of the most unique features in all of sports is the “Open Grid Walk” on Sunday over the lunch hour. Fans are invited to pit lane just moments before the green flag drops, where they can walk among the race cars and enjoy some of the pre-race pageantry along with the drivers and crew.

All of this is included with the weekend admission ticket. Three-day weekend SuperTickets and Camping passes are available for purchase online until Wednesday, July 9, at midnight and then at the gates throughout the weekend. Children 16 and under are admitted free when accompanied by a paying adult.

Come experience the heart of local food and community at the Bowmanville Farmers Market, the only 2-day farmers market of its kind in the region, bringing fresh, local goods to the community every Friday and Saturday.

Fridays: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM at the Garnet B. Rickard Recreation Complex (2440 Durham Regional Hwy 2)
Saturdays: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM in historic downtown Bowmanville, in front of Central Public School (120 Wellington Street)

Shop a wide variety of locally grown produce, honey, flowers, fresh baked goods, handmade crafts, ready-to-go meals, and unique artisan items.

The Saturday market has a distinctive historic charm, set along the streets of downtown Bowmanville, making it the perfect way to start your weekend.

Admission and parking are free.

Follow us on Instagram and Facebook at @BowmanvilleFarmersMarket for daily vendor updates and special features.

Support local, eat fresh, and enjoy the best of what our community has to offer—every Friday and Saturday.

Bowmanville Library
Friday, July 11 AND Friday, August 1
10:30-11:30am

Grades 1-5 | Registered -- register now!

Join the TD SRC Pen Pals and exchange letters with someone just like you at our sister library, Bradford West Gwillimbury! 

Please see our TD Summer Reading Club website for more programs and summer fun!
https://www.cplma.ca/src