The Business Beat: Submitted By Stuart Harrison

Kristina and Aaron Goodwin recently opened Ivy Event Space at 164 Hunter Street. Kristina and Aaron emphasize flexibility instead of vendor restrictions, allowing for anything from a family potluck, a corporate workshop, a children’s party or a wedding, and giving complete control of the event to their clients. Pricing is based on an hourly rental fee, and you can add various options including decor, tables, chairs, and more. From a simple party to a sophisticated micro-wedding, check out ivyevents.ca

Congratulations to everyone at AON Inc. and Kawartha Golf Club on last week’s announcement of the details regarding a much-anticipated project on Clonsilla Avenue. AON purchased more than 20 acres of land from Kawartha Golf back in 2018 and have been working towards a multi-phase project that will eventually include a new apartment building, seniors’ luxury units and a retirement home. Called AON Fairways, the land has been rezoned and the planning process has begun. For details visit aonfairways.com

Emy is a 16-year-old entrepreneur who has channeled her love of animals to start her own business. Called Emy’s Cuddles & Care Pet Sitting, her service offers in your home cat and dog sitting, either overnights or drop ins, and includes replenishing water and food, cat litter, play and cuddle time. And if you are just looking for a dog walker, Emy offers that as well. For details give her a call at 705-761-4372.

And don’t miss this year’s edition of the Peterborough and the Kawarthas Chamber of Commerce Business Excellence Awards, October 18 at The Venue and Showplace in Downtown Peterborough. It’s a chance to network with 500 local business leaders, and watch dozens of businesses profiled in over 20 categories, including the immigrant entrepreneur of the year, the 4 under 40, and the Business Citizen of the Year. Details and tickets are at pkchamber.ca