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Alex Karn

Alex Karn is a trans non-binary writer living in Peterborough/Nogojiwanong with their daughter. They previously wrote for Metroland Media, with pieces appearing in weekly newspapers like Peterborough This Week and Kawartha Lakes This Week, as well as specialty publications like The Kawarthan, Peterborough Possibilities, and more.

Alex's Latest Articles

We’re celebrating Halloween in the Boro

Here's a taste of what's happening for Halloween in Peterborough this year

Babe Chorus worked their magic for a sold-out Sadleir House last weekend

Practical Magic is more than just a film for these witchy songstresses

Local fiction to read this fall

This week's arts and community newsletter highlights works of fiction by local authors

What’s on — from free yoga to tabletop gaming

The arts and community newsletter from Peterborough Currents

Bugging out with local artists

These two creators focus on insects as a metaphor for the queer community

PHOTOS: Ten days of Pride in Peterborough-Nogojiwanong

This year's Pride Week featured almost 40 community events. Peterborough Currents photographed as many as we could.

What’s on this weekend — from wild rice gathering to artist studio tours

Also this weekend: Local band VANCAMP launches its debut album

Reclaiming cultural food practices in Curve Lake First Nation

Mnoominkewin celebration invites the broader community to learn about wild rice

Take Back the Night… plus more local events

Also on this weekend: Hike for Hospice, Pride Week events, Peterborough Theatre Guild double feature, and more!

Knitting together three faiths … plus more local events

Also on this weekend: Doors Open Peterborough, a free big band concert, and more

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