Here’s what’s going on in Northumberland County over the next 48 hours.
STUFF TO DO
Today:
Cobourg Library at the Cobourg Farmers Market
Date: Saturday, May 9th
Time: 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. with Storytime at 10:30 a.m.
Location: Cobourg Farmers Market Kids Zone (35 Albert Street – Rotary Harbourfront Park)
Who is Welcome: General public
What to Expect: Visit the library booth to learn about services and join Rachael for outdoor stories. Bring your own chair or blanket.
Special Guests “Custom Poetry For You” – Short Order Poetry Collective provides custom poems typed on the spot. First come, first served.
Today:
Annual Plant Sale hosted by the Port Hope Garden Club
Town Park Recreation Centre, 62 McCaul St, Port Hope, ON, Canada
Sat May 9, 2026 8:30 AM – 10:30 AM (EDT)
Come early for the best selection of locally grown annuals, perennials, veggies, herbs, dahlia tubers and garden supplies, all at reasonable prices. All welcome!
Today:
Passion and Dance – The Music of Spain
Port Hope United Church, South Street, Port Hope
Sat May 9, 2026 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM (EDT)
La Jeunesse Youth Orchestra (LJYO) brings the flair of Spain to Port Hope, presenting well-loved melodies from Carmen, Maleguena, and Spanish Dances. Music Director David Shewchuk leads the orchestra of players aged 11-20 in the final concert of our 27th season. Tickets at http://www.ljyo.ca or at the door, Adults $20 and Youth $10, Children under 12 Free. Livestream also available. Special thanks to season sponsor Cameco.
Today:
Tell Your Story Writing Workshop with Ed Greenwood
Port Hope Public Library – Mary J. Benson Branch
11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Discover the secrets of storytelling from the master himself. Join us for a chance to hone your writing skills & gain valuable insights into the craft. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to learn from one of the greats!
Tonight:
Drag Bingo Extravaganza
Campbellford Legion – Royal Canadian Legion Branch 103, Bridge Street West, Campbellford
Sat May 9, 2026 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM (EDT)
Get ready, Campbellford – the sass is calling the numbers! Join Trent Hills Pride for a fabulous night of glitter, giggles, and good old-fashioned bingo at the Drag Bingo Extravaganza on May 9th at 7:00 PM at the Campbellford Legion (4 Bridge St W).
Tomorrow:
Scrabble Drop-in
Port Hope Public Library – Mary J. Benson Branch
Every Sunday until Jun 28, 2026
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Join us every Sunday for some Scrabble. You can meet up with friends or meet some new ones!
Note: This isn’t a teaching program, but a passive event where those coming, are coming prepared to play with some knowledge of the game. Game partners are not guaranteed, so plan ahead with a partner or group of friends to meet up.
You can get more details here: Northumberland Upcoming Events
LOCAL SPORTS: Support Our Teams!
Northumberland Baseball Association
Sat May 9, 2026 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM Game – LumberJacks – 5U SkipJacks – 5U Port Hope Town Park Jr.
Sat May 9, 2026 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM Game – ThunderJacks – 5U GreenJacks – 5U Wladyka – Diamond 1
Sat May 9, 2026 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM Game – CrackerJacks – 5U AppleJacks – 5U Wladyka – Diamond 2
Sat May 9, 2026 2:00 PM – 4:30 PM Game – Whitby Canadians T1 Northumberland Jacks T1 Portage Park
Sat May 9, 2026 2:00 PM – 5:30 PM Game – Whitby Canadians T1 Northumberland Jacks T1 Iroquois Park #1
Sun May 10, 2026 – 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM – Clarington Orioles T2 – Northumberland Jacks T1 – Clarington Fields-NE
Sun May 10, 2026 – 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM – Northumberland Jacks T1 – Pickering Red Sox T2 – Baltimore Recreation Centre Arena
Have an event coming up you think we should know about?
Let us know! Submit your event for our Community Calendar here: Submit An Event.
