The Business Beat for the Week of September 9th!

Statement House is introducing a collection of upcycled fashion. The collection is in collaboration with Cahills, creating fashion accessories and clothing through the repurposing of denim, vintage fabric, and much more. You can buy them pre-made, choose textiles from their collection, or bring your own garments. Statement House offers reasonably priced, carefully curated vintage, retro and modern clothing and accessories. Drop by 378 Water Street in downtown Peterborough to find your next fashionable outfit or accessory.
 
Lakefield Animal Welfare Society's Doggie Dash is coming up on September 15 at Isabel Morris Park in Lakefield. It’s a BYOD (Bring your Own Dog) fundraising event where people can choose between 1.5 and 2.5 km to walk a dog in the company of other dog lovers. The event will feature live music, food vendors, local artisans, and small businesses selling handmade goods. Funds go to supporting furry friends in need. LAWS works every day to accept adoptable cats and dogs as shelter transfers, owner surrenders, and rescued animals with the goal of connecting each animal to a loving home. Visit lakefieldanimalwelfare.org to register.
 
Join the Down Syndrome Association of Peterborough for a night where music meets magic at their Dream Light Gala at the Venue on October 18. Enjoy some delicious beverages during the cocktail hour at 5:30pm with dinner starting at 6:30 pm. There will be live music from James Higgins and the night will close with a silent auction. Funds raised assist the work of the Association with programing and support for people with Down Syndrome and their families. Visit downsyndromepeterborough.ca to order your tickets.
 
The Peterborough and the Kawarthas Chamber of Commerce has a big announcement coming up. Join them at Bennett’s Furniture and Mattresses on Wednesday September 18 from 7 to 9 pm. The evening event will feature a female-led panel discussion featuring local businesses. There will be delicious appetizers and a cash bar. Register for this free announcement event at pkchamber.ca.