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The Business Beat submitted by Joel Wiebe

A Right to Heal is teaming up with local business 100 Acre Brewing Company, hosting
Friendsgiving on Sunday, October 20 from 2 to 6 pm. This free admission event includes live
music, local vendors, corn hole boards, prizes, a food truck, and of course, local craft beer.
Located on a beautiful rural lot, 100 Acres Brewing is a great place to enjoy some fall colours.
Drop by 390 Ashburnham Drive on October 20 to raise some money for a great local cause and
have a good family-friendly time.

With colder weather rolling in, it might be a good time to connect with a new local business:
Mallard Heating and Air. They do installation, maintenance, and repairs of furnaces, air
conditioners, water heaters, and fireplaces. Your climate comfort is a priority for Mallard Heating
and Air, offering HVAC services that are designed to save you time and money with top-notch
heating and air conditioning solutions. They service customers across Peterborough City,
County, and Kawartha Lakes. Visit mallardhvac.ca for more information and to book an
appointment.

In 1984 Ken Grady Sr. founded Grady’s Orthopedic Service from his home. A year later he
opened the first Grady’s Shoes storefront in downtown Peterborough. Ken’s son Tony, along
with his wife Kelli, bought the store in 1997. Together, they’ve created a legacy of 40 years as
the go-to destination for quality comfort footwear. They opened their own storefront at 231 King
Street back in 2018, initially as storage, office space, and a pickup location, officially relocating
there in 2022. Congratulations Ken, Tony, and Kelli on your incredible legacy, both through your
business and as leaders in our community.

It’s time for Halloween in the Booro. Head downtown Peterborough on Saturday, October 26
from 5 to 8 pm as the streets come alive with frightful fun and sweet surprises. This family-
friendly event is organized by the DBIA and is designed to not only bring the community
together but also to shine a spotlight on the local businesses that make downtown Peterborough
a special and unique destination. There are nearly 30 local businesses joining in the fun, which
includes trick or treating, a scavenger hunt for kids, and late-night shopping. Get more
information at theboro.ca.