The Business Beat for the Week of Nov 11

​It’s Remembrance Day today when we recognize the sacrifices of those who served our country with honour in our armed forces. Let’s also take a moment to recognize the hard work of our local legions and the volunteers who run them. They have organized more than a dozen Remembrance Day ceremonies across the area over the last week. They work throughout the year to help build stronger communities by hosting events and providing community space, supporting veterans and their families, and recognizing the legacy of those who served. Support your local Legion as they continue their work year-round.
 
Spice up your dance moves on November 22 as Kawartha Country Wines and FriendLillySHOP.com team up to host a salsa night in support of Community Care. Drop by Kawartha Country Wines at 2452 County Road 36 from 7 to 8:30pm and take part in a 45-minute salsa lesson, enjoy a glass of cider or wine with a dessert wine sample and door prizes. Contact Kawartha Country Wines to get your tickets.
 
We want to extend a big thank you to Deb Lowcock, who recently retired from ServiceOntario in Lakefield after 34 years! Deb is the longtime supervisor for the Lakefield office, serving the community with a great attitude and customer service. She will be missed by the team at ServiceOntario, the Chamber, and Lakefield community.
 
Community Care Peterborough is celebrating 60 years of the Meals on Wheels program. What began in 1964 with just seven meals provided by Civic Hospital and delivered by volunteers from the Rotary Club of Peterborough has grown into a vital service that now provides over 50,000 meals annually to seniors and adults with physical challenges across the city and county of Peterborough. They will be marking the anniversary with a number of events and initiatives, including the Meals to Go program and a special 60 Stories for 60 Years series. Visit commcareptbo.org for more information.