May 27, 2026 @ 7pm: Joey Azzarello “Pond Gardens”

Location: Peterborough Lions Centre, Burnham St. Ptbo

Guests are welcome for $5.

Join us in welcoming Joey Azzarello to our stage. Joey is the President of Clearwater Creations, a custom water feature company based in Ontario. He specializes in designing and building natural ecosystem ponds, waterfalls, wetlands, and recreational swim ponds that blend seamlessly into the landscape. With years of hands-on experience in excavation, filtration systems, and biological balance, Joey focuses on creating water features that are both visually striking and environmentally responsible. His work emphasizes long-term sustainability, proper construction methods, and education so homeowners can confidently care for their ponds.

Joey’s presentation will walk us through a practical, nature-based approach to building and maintaining backyard ponds. The foundational principles behind ecosystem ponds, including proper excavation, rock placement, circulation, filtration, and plant integration will be covered.  There will also be discussion on how beneficial bacteria, aquatic plants, and proper aeration work together to create balanced, low-maintenance water features. Attendees will gain a clear understanding of how to build a pond that supports fish, attracts wildlife, and stays clean naturally—without relying heavily on chemicals.