Last Saturday, I joined Peterborough Friends for their weekly coffee meetup downtown, where laughter and new connections filled the air. Founded in late 2024 by Oriona Rendon, the group started as a simple way to make friends but quickly grew into a vibrant community of over 700 members.
Through a Discord server and regular in-person events like board games, karaoke, and art crawls, members can find genuine friendship and support. Moderators, like Berta, help keep the group welcoming and active; while members, such as Sadaf and Erika, share how Peterborough Friends has opened new social opportunities and helped them rediscover the city’s local gems.
The group recently held a logo contest to further unite its members. The winning design will be revealed at their upcoming “Starlit Garden Fantasy Ball” on August 8.
To learn more about Peterborough Friends find them on Instagram at @ptbofriends.
