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Editor's note: These are updated Community Listings that should have appeared in Friday's Intell, but didn't because of a power outage at The Intell Thursday.
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YES, WE STILL HAVE GALLERY PAGES: Do you have an art show you'd like to publicize with a Gallery page? Please submit your galleries to dave.vachon@sunmedia.ca. Submit at least six photos of your art work (200 dpi) and a description of your show (time, date, admission).
EDITOR'S NOTE: Community Listings weekly submission deadline — Wednesday at 8 p.m. If your submission doesn't make it by 8 p.m. on Wednesday, it will not run until the next Friday. Please do not use ALL CAPS in your submissions. The new community listings are a combination of the old On Tap and In The Community listings. E-mail to dave.vachon@sunmedia.ca
PEER SUPPORT: The Canadian Orthopaedic Foundation invites anyone expecting bone and joint surgery to make contact with local volunteers for peer support. The free Ortho Connect program helps to ease the fear, stress and anxiety that go along with surgery and help patients prepare. It is ideal for those coping with arthritis, osteoporosis and injury. Call 1-800-461-3639 ext 4, and ask for Lauralee.
AUDITIONS: Evening of One-Acts auditions will be held Sunday, Sept. 14 and Monday, Sept. 15 (7 p.m. both days). Roles for four male and five females adults 19 years of age or older at Pinnacle Playhouse Green Room. For more information, contact producer Pat Gray at 613-967-9925.
OCT. 1-DEC. 10: Zumba classes start Oct. 1st - Dec. 10th 2014 held at Ameliasburgh Town Hall 7:30 - 8:30pm cost $8.00 weekly .
OCT. 2-DEC. 11: Knitting classes start Oct. 2nd - Dec. 11th 2014 held at Amelaisburgh Town Hall 2 - 4 pm cost $5.00 weekly.
OCT. 2-MARCH 15: Free Indoor Walking Program – Walking in the halls of Centennial Secondary School, 160 Palmer Road, Belleville. Tuesdays and Thursdays each week from 6:00 - 7:30pm, Oct 2, 2014 to Mar 12, 2015. Presented by Belleville and Quinte West Community Health Centre. For more information call 613-962-0000 ext. 233.
Oct. 9-25: Belleville Theatre Guild presents "And Then There Were None" by Agatha Christy. The classic murder mystery directed by Lise Lindenberg. 8pm evenings. 2pm Sunday matinees. 256 Pinnacle Street. Tickets $20. (Seniors $18. Students $10.) 613-967-1442 or order online www.bellevilletheatreguild.ca
OCT. 18-26: The Stirling Festival Theatre presents the world premiere Lord Of The Fries October 18-26. It’s “Lord Of The Fries” day at Piggy’s Pork Palace! Who’s going home with the coveted trophy? Come and watch the mayhem behind the counter at Piggy’s Pork Palace in this coming-of-age comedy-combo including adolescent angst, teenage romance, and a side order of songs! All seats $10.
For ticket information contact the Box Office 613-395-2100 or 1-877-312-1162 or www.stirlingfestivaltheatre.com and speak to one of our Sales Associates.
OCT. 20: Business and Professional Women’s Club monthly dinner meeting Monday, Oct. 20 at Montrose Inn, 1725 Highway #2, Belleville. Time: 5:45 PM dinner cost $30 choice of vegetarian or meat entree. Speaker only at 7:30 p.m. Cost $10. Speaker; Jessie Hill, Sisters of Spirit, Mohawk Territory. Topic: Murdered and Missing Indigenous Women. Please register with Barb at 613-395-5097 by Thursday, Oct. 16.
OCT. 21: Westminster United Church, in Belleville, is pleased to host a Tuesday evening FAMILY worship experience with Linnea Good, a Canadian singer-songwriter Linnea Good who will gift us with her unique combination of song, humour and story. Acclaimed as a prophetic and contemporary voice of faith, Linnea is a multi award nominated artist for adults and children alike. Sometimes referred to as "the contemporary musical voice of the emerging church in Canada", Linnea Good brings her combination of old gospel greats and contemporary faith reflections. Join Linnea and percussionist David Jonsson at 7:00pm on October 21. A free will offering will be asked.
OCT. 21: Hastings County Historical Society presents: Greg Pinchin, Special Projects Planner, City of Belleville, speaking on The Downtown Belleville Façade Program. This free public presentation takes place at 7.30 p.m. at the Quinte Living Centre Auditorium, 370 Front Street, Belleville (northeast corner door). Bring a friend. For more info go to www.hastingshistory.ca.
Oct. 21: Chili Supper 4:30 to 6:30 pm at Wesley United Church, Union Rd. Prince Edward County. Chili, veggie trays, dinner rolls and apple crisp and ice-cream for dessert.
OCT. 22: Hospice Quinte invites you to Friends and Food for Hospice Quinte. October 15th from 2-3pm at Crownridge Retirement Home and October 22nd at Seasons Dufferin Retirement Home from 930-11am. Enjoy a coffee and snack and learn about this great community organization. Hospice Quinte offers compassionate support on life's journey and would like to reach out to you! Call 613-966-6610 ext 224 for more information or go to www.hospice-quinte.ca.
OCT. 23: The CN Pensioners' Association, Belleville and District, will holds its regular dinner meeting at the Travelodge Motel in Belleville at noon. Please look for signage in the lobby. All CN pensioners, their spouses, widows and new members are welcome. If you have not been contacted and wish to attend, please call 613-395-3250 sometime prior to the Sunday before the meeting. Doors open at 11 a.m.
OCT. 24: Frankford United Church 135th Anniversary Ham & Scalloped Potato Dinner on Friday, October 24. One sitting at 6 p.m. Adults $13. Call 613-398-6614 or 613-398-6434 to buy or reserve your tickets.
OCT. 24-26: FIBRE ARTS SALE 2014 at Belleville Weavers and Spinners Guild
Quinte Sports and Wellness Centre, 265 Cannifton Rd., Belleville. Fri. Oct. 24, 4-9 p.m. Sat. Oct. 25, 10-5 p.m. Sun. Oct. 26, 11-3 p.m. Cash or cheques only. Free parking and admission. Contact info: bellwsg@gmail.com.
OCT. 25: The Stirling & District Lions Club will hold a Halloween Dance from 8 to 12 pm. 60's, 70's and 80's music by "The Stir.” Admission $10/person. Snacks and bar available
OCT. 25: Book Sale and More Bridge Street United Church Sat Oct. 25 from 9:00 am - 1:00 pm. Used books, CDs, DVDs, and vinyl records. Use side door 60 Bridge St. E. Belleville. Donations welcome and can be dropped off at the church office. weekdays. Sponsored by Bridge St. UCW.
OCT. 25: 10th Annual Bridge Hospice W8 Running Events Sat. Oct 25, 2014 in Warkworth, ON. 13K, 5K and 1K (kids) road and trail events through the village and surrounding area. For more information contact Race Director Bryce Miller at bryce@W8runningevents.ca or visit www.w8runningevents.ca
OCT. 25: Comedy Night in Tyendinaga”. Saturday, October 25, 2014 at the Tyendinaga Township Recreation Centre, 363 McFarlane Rd., Shannonville. Roast Beef Dinner with all the trimmings and a hilarious comedy troupe from Absolute Comedy. Bar service by the Fire Department Auxiliary. Tickets are $275 table-of-8 or $80 couple - available now! Call Joanne 613-966-3449 to get yours!
OCT. 25: Hastings County Historical Society and the Hastings and Prince Edward Regiment Museum present the HCHS Annual Banquet and Celebration of History - A Commemoration of the Beginning of World War I. Special Guest Speaker will be Dr. Jack Granatstein, noted Canadian historian, whose topic will be "Our Greatest Victory". Travelodge Hotel Ballroom, Social Hour 6 p.m., Dinner 7:15 p.m. Tickets $65 at Quinte Arts Council, The Heritage Centre, Cannifton and Richard Hughes at 613-961-7772. For more info go to www.hastingshistory.ca .
OCT. 25: 10th Annual Bridge Hospice W8 Running Events Sat. Oct 25, 2014 in Warkworth, ON. 13K, 5K and 1K (kids) road and trail events through the village and surrounding area. Early bird registration deadline is Sept. 29. For more information contact Race Director Bryce Miller atbryce@W8runningevents.ca, visit w8runningevents.ca or find us on Facebook under W8 Running Events.
OCT. 25: We are having an Anniversary supper at Springbrook United church on Saturday, October 25th. Settings start at 4:00pm and continue through out the evening. This will be the 136th anniversary of our church. We will be serving Turkey with all the fixings and home made pies.
OCT. 25:Harvest Bazaar at Christ Church, 39 Everett St. on Saturday, October25, 2014 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
OCT. 25: The Country Church Players are pleased to present "Musical Memories" on Saturday, October 25 at Albury Church, 2681 Rednersville Road. The show is a fun and lively mix of music, comedy and dance representative of four decades - the 1940's, '50's, '60's, and '70's. Show time is 7:30 p.m. and admission is $10 for adults and $5 for children. The net proceeds will be donated to the Wellington Food Bank, and those who wish can bring a non-perishable food item. Hope to see you there!
Bargain Books and More. Stock up on your winter reading and more. Book Sale, Bridge Street United Church Oct. 25 9:00 a.m.-1 p.m. Books, DVDs, CDs and Vinyl Records. Use the side door entrance at 60 Bridge St. East. Wheelchair accessible. Sponsored by Bridge St. UCW.
OCT. 25: 10th Annual Bridge Hospice W8 Running Events in Warkworth, ON. 13K, 5K and 1K (kids) road and trail events through the village and surrounding area. For more information contact Race Director Bryce Miller at bryce@W8runningevents.ca, visit w8runningevents.ca or find us on Facebook under W8 Running Events.
OCT. 25: 10th Annual Bridge Hospice W8 Running Events Sat. Oct 25, 2014 in Warkworth, ON. 13K, 5K and 1K (kids) road and trail events through the village and surrounding area. Registration begins at 8am. For more information contact Race Director Bryce Miller at bryce@W8runningevents.ca, visit w8runningevents.ca or find us on Facebook under W8 Running Events.
OCT. 25: Roast Beef Dinner, 4.30 p.m.- 6 p.m. College Hill United Church, 16 North Park Street Belleville. Adults $13.00 Children 6-12 $6.00 for Tickets Call Bonnie at 613-962-4147. Roast Beef, Mashed Potatoes, Vegetables, Coleslaw, Rolls and Homemade Pies.
OCT. 26: 161st Anniversary Service at St.Paul's United Church in Stirling at 10:30 a.m. Rt. Reverend Lois Wilson will be our guest speaker. She was the first Women Moderator of the United Church of Canada, a Canadian Senator and President of the Canadian Council of Churches. A pot luck lunch to follow.
Oct 26: The Quinte Opera will meet at the Quinte Sports and Wellness Centre, 265 Cannifton Road at 2 PM. This will be a fun meeting – “On a Desert Island”, – bring you favourite opera aria/music and tell us why it is your pick. New members welcome. Info: Mary at 613-962-3190.
OCT. 26: "Re-Drawn" Album Release Concert on Sunday October 26, 2014 at 2:00 p.m. Francine Leclair with Special Guests BJ Laub, Chris McLean and Merrill Mills The Tweedsmuir Tavern, 211 Victoria St., Tweed. Doors open at 1:30. This is a "Pay What You Can" event.
OCT. 26: Oct 26 – The Quinte Opera Guild will meet at the Quinte Sports and Wellness Centre, 265 Cannifton Road at 2 PM. The theme of the presentation will be Music on a Desert Island.
Bring your favourite opera aria or music and tell us why it is your pick. Should make for a lively discussion. New members welcome. For information call Mary at 613-962-3190.
OCT. 29: Got several hours to spare per week? Why not look into volunteer positions with the Belleville General Hospital Auxiliary. Plan to attend an information session on Wednesday, October 29 at 1:30 p.m. in the Volunteer Office. We will share the application process plus give information on different positions and openings. Please call 613 969 7400 ext. 2297 to register. The BGHA is time well spent!
Oct. 29, 30: Belleville Theatre Guild presents An Evening of One Acts. Three one-act plays, written by local playwrights, in a unique evening of theatre. Wednesday and Thursday nights at 8pm. Pinnacle Playhouse, 256 Pinnacle Street. 613-967-1442 Tickets $10. Available in advance at Box Office or at door.
OCT. 31: Join Big Black Smoke at The Beaufort Pub for their annual Hallowe’en bash at 9 p.m. Enjoy a night of British Classic Rock favourites and more.
NOV. 1: Orange Lodge Dance on Nov. 1st at Orange Hall. on York Road in Tyendinga area between Shannonville and Deseronto. Band is Jeff Code and SilverWings. Dancing from 8 p.m. to Midnight. Cost is 12.00 per person . Dance, Lunch, Prizes Contact 613-396-6792
NOV. 1, DEC. 20: NIGHT KITCHEN TOO is coming back Sept 20, Nov 1 and Dec 20. If you missed the first shows of Belleville’s acclaimed, acoustic variety show at the Pinnacle Playhouse, here are three opportunities to see and hear 14 invited performers who get one shot at the mic and a featured performer(s) that gets three! $10 tickets at Pinnacle Music, Arden Music, Sweet Escape Coffee Shop and Harmony Music. Night Kitchen Too offers up a diverse mix of music and spoken word along with a surprise or two! Doors open at 7:30pm, show at 8:00pm. Information 613 849 1976 or check out our Facebook page.
NOV. 7: Victorian Christmas Bazaar and Tea at St. Paul's United Church in Stirling on Friday, Nov. 7th from 10:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
We have gift baskets for every occasion, beautifully decorated Christmas trees, wreaths, centrepieces and handmade children's sleepwear. In Grandma's Attic you will find item such as antiques, books, glass wear, and linens. Don't forget our renowned bake table and candy shop. Stop for a break in The Tea Room as well.
NOV. 7-8: ST. MATTHEW’S UNITED CHURCH, 25 Holloway Street in Belleville hosting GIANT INDOOR YARD SALE Friday, Nov 7th and Saturday, Nov 8th 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. both days.
NOV. 7-8: Stirling and District Lions Club ARTS & CRAFTS SALE Friday, Nov. 7 and Saturday, Nov. 8, .. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Lions Hall (upstairs at the arena in Stirling) For information call Barb at 613-395-3261 or Arlene at 613-395-4199.
NOV. 8: Body by Sergio presents Viva Las Vegas! 8:00 p.m.-1:00 a.m. Belleville Armouries, 187 Pinnacle Street. Tickets are $40 and can be purchased at United Way of Quinte (613-962-9531) or online at: http://www.eventbrite.ca/e/viva-las-vegas-charity-casino-night-tickets-12799137565?aff=eac2 * Sponsorship Opportunities are still available – If you would like to sponsor or donate an auction/raffle item please email lharker@unitedwayofquinte.ca.
NOV. 8: On Saturday, November 8th enjoy a day on the ice at the Quinte Curling Club in support of Hospice Quinte. Those interested in registering a team can contact the office at 613 966 6610 or they can find the registration forms online at www.hospice-quinte.ca. This event is for curlers and non curlers alike. All participants are encouraged to enjoy breakfast and lunch provided by Hospice Quinte. All funds raised go directly to those in the Quinte Community who receive Hospice support.
NOV. 8: Westminster United Vhurch is hosting a Christmas bazaar & luncheon on Saturday, November 8th from 9 am to 3 pm at 1199 Wallbridge-Loyalist Rd. Admission is $1.00 (for Salvation Army Soup Kitchen). Variety of crafts, baking, preserves and Claxton fruitcakes are available. Enjoy a hot luncheon from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. - Winter Stew, Tea Biscuit, Dessert & Beverage - for $6.00. Handicap access / elevator and ample parking are available.
NOV. 8: The 8th Annual Victorian Gala presented by Quinte Educational Museum & Archives at The Restaurant On The Knoll Overlooking The Sandbanks at West Lake, Isaiah Tubb's Resort.
Cocktails at 5:30 pm and a grand buffet dinner at 6:30 pm. Silent and live auction with Manson and Lori Slik. A fun-filled evening with dancing and entertainment by Penny, Roanna and John Kitchen. Only 100 tickets at $60.per person with a $20. tax receipt. Call Kathy at 613-645-2035 to reserve your place.
NOV. 15: On Sat. Nov. 15, the Quinte Curling Club, Belleville is hosting the first ever Ontario Senior Games curling competition for District 10.(Hastings/Lennox&Addington/Prince Edward County)This event is all about meeting other curlers and having fun, with the winner being eligable for the Provincials in Haliburton in Feb. Just put together a mixed team(55+) and check your curling club office for more details and registration forms(also available on our website www.quintecurlingclub.ca )Registration deadline is Nov. 1. Questions...Call Joan at 613 966 9473.
NOV. 21-22: QCHS Annual Fall Vendor’s Market is on Friday November 21 from 4 – 9 and Saturday November 22 from 10 – 3 at Quinte Christian High School, 138 Wallbridge-Loyalist Road, Belleville. Over 50 vendors will be displaying their wares for you to choose from. Great for Christmas shopping ideas! Vendor’s include stained glass, knitting, jewelry, kitchen essentials, upscale recycled furniture, Christmas decorations and many more. Come for dinner on Friday or stay for lunch on Saturday at the QC Vendor’s Market Café. Check out the home baked goods table as well. Admission is $2.
NOV. 24: ST. MATTHEW’S UNITED CHURCH, 25 Holloway Street in Belleville presents CANADIAN FIDDLE CHAMPION SCOTT WOODS in concert Monday, Nov 24th, 2014 at 7 p.m. Doors open at 6 p.m. Tickets are available from the church office 613 967-1511 ext 4 or by calling Richard at 613-967-9966.
DEC. 5: "Alight at Night Festival" bus trip to Upper Canada Village, Fri. Dec. 5th 2014. Enjoy the lights, holiday music, caroling, shopping, horse drawn wagon and more. $99.00 ea. Covers transportation and dinner at Willards Hotel. Book by Oct. 17th (Fri). Call Bonnie at 613 967-9594 or Joyce at 613-966-1224 for more details on departure times and pick ups. A C.A.M.Q. fundraising event.
DEC. 6: St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, Tweed is holding their Annual Christmas Bazaar and “Soup’s On” on Saturday, December 6th. The bazaar will include quilting, crafts, knitting and crochet as well as a bake sale and other home- made items. Bazaar 10 a.m. to 2.30 p.m. Lunch $5 served 11 a.m. to 1.30 p.m. (Children under 12 – no charge.)
BARBERSHOPPERS WANTED: The Quinte area chapter of the Barbershop Harmony Society, A Cappella Quinte, is looking for men young and old to share our love of singing four-part harmony. The chorus meets Tuesdays at 7 p.m. in the back hall of Calvary Temple, entrance through the office door. For more information, call Steve Armstrong (613) 968-3737 or Jack Evans (613) 967-3970. Singing is a hobby that is good for your health. Give us a try.
SUNDAYS: Amazing Coffee in Madoc hosts an open acoustic jam Sundays from 2 to 4 p.m. The jams focus on folk, blues and country swing. Any musician, any age, any ability is welcome to unplug and join in. Info: www.amazingcoffee.ca.
SUNDAYS: Sunday Worship Service and Sunday School at Frankford United Church 10:30 a.m. All are Welcome!
THIRD MONDAYS EVERY MONTH: Emmaus Cancer Support Group meets the third Monday of each month at 7:00 p.m. at Hastings Park Bible Church, 36 Harder Dr., Belleville. Please join us for caring and sharing. Our group is open to anyone coping with cancer, their family members and/or caregivers. We welcome all returning and new members. Please contact Sandy at 613-922-5804 or Judy at 613-962-9628 for further information.
MONDAYS: Stirling Lions Club every Monday night including Holidays except Labour Day from Sept. through June starting at 6.30 pm.
MONDAYS: The Bay of Quinte Chorus of Sweet Adelines International is looking for women who love to sing four-part harmony. Rehearsals are on Monday evenings 7 to 9:30 p.m. at Quinte Gardens, 30 College St. W, Belleville in the lower level auditorium. No need to read music. Enjoy the fun and friendship as you learn how to find your best voice. For more info call Elizabeth 613-779-1009 or visit: http://bayofquintechorus.webs.com.
MONDAYS: New members welcome at Quinte Living Centre Concert Band. Students to Seniors. If you play (or used to) any band instrument, want to make music with others, and have fun, join us on Mondays 7 – 9 p.m. at the Quinte Living Centre, 370 Front Street, Belleville. Further information: Marialice Fielding at mtfielding@hotmail.com 613-962-2881, or Sally Sedore at ssedore@hotmail.com 613-243-1450.
EVERY MONDAY: Seniors Euchre Club at Parkdale Community Centre every Monday (except Holidays). Start Time 1:30 p.m. sharp. Everyone 50 Plus Welcome.Cost $3.00 This includes 50/50 Draws, sign in prize, euchre score prizes.
FIRST MONDAY OF MONTH: COPD Support Group meets every month on the first Monday of the month. Next Meeting is May 5 and speaker will be Malcom Jones from the Nurse Practioner Led Office. Meeting starts at 11:00 a.m. at the Quinte Sports and Wellness Center in the Seniors Room. Everyone welcome. No fees.
EVERY SECOND MONDAY: Quinte West MS Support Group meets every second Monday of the month at the MFRC, Rivers Dr. Trenton from 6:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m. For all people with MS and those affected by it as caregivers and friends. Information and understanding are here for you. E-mail trentonmsgroup@live.ca for more information.
EVERY THIRD MONDAY: Seniors’ Bingo at Avaya Community Club Room250 Sidney St. – 7 p.m. sharp. Everyone welcome.
EVERY FOURTH MONDAY: College Hill United Church Euchre and Bid Euchre is on the 4th Monday of each month at 7 p.m. Come and have some fun. Cost $3 per person.
MONDAYS AND TUESDAYS: "Pay As You Play" curling is about to start (Oct 6 and Oct 7) every Monday and Tuesday mornings at the Belleville Curling Club. Starting time is 8:30 am and the cost is $8.00 for the game. Teams are made up on a daily basis and no experience is necessary. If more info needed, please contact: Wayne at 613-966-7184 or Harold at 613-967-3859.
TUESDAYS: Do you enjoy playing the great Canadian game of crokinole? Well come and join the Quinte Region Crokinole Club. We get together every Tuesday at 6:45 p.m. and the cost is merely $4.00. You'll find us at the Avaya building at 250 Sidney Street in Belleville. We play in the Community Volunteers room at the south entrance. Check out our website at http://www.qrcc.ca . For more information contact Dave Brown at 613-967-7720 or Louis Gauthier at 613-849-0690.
TUESDAYS: Overeaters Anonymous meets every Tuesday evening at 6:30 p.m. at Eastminster United Church in Belleville. We are women and men who share our experience, strength and hope to overcome and recover from compulsive eating, food addiction, anorexia, bulimia and other food related disorders. We model our meeting on the 12 steps first discovered by Alcoholics Anonymous. We support each other in recovering physically, mentally, emotionally and spiritually. All welcome. Come join us!
TUESDAYS: Every Tuesday - TOPS #ON 5337, Glen Miller meets at Christ Church in Glen Miller. Private weigh-in begins at 5:45 pm, Meeting & Program follow at 6:40 pm. Take Off Pounds Sensibly is the original Weight Loss Support group! Group Support with a Common Sense approach to taking off and keeping off pounds in a supportive and educational environment. Affordable Annual Membership and Weekly Dues makes TOPS very budget friendly! No expensive Commercial Products or Supplements sold! Visit us at 770 Trenton-Frankford Road on Tuesday evenings or check our TOPS Club, Inc. at www.tops.org.
TUESDAYS: Seniors' five-pin bowling every Tuesday at 1 pm at Belleville Pro Bowl in Bayview Mall. Come and meet new friends for fun and fellowship. Call Ken at 613-962-3429.
TUESDAYS: Every Tuesday, the Belleville Model Railroad Club, meets downstairs at the Bayview Mall. Enter through the Academy of Learning doors on the east side of the mall behind Tim Hortons. We meet from 7 p.m.-9:30 p.m. We are building a club DCC layout, involving scenery, electronics, wood working skills, modelling skills and a desire to have fun and share ideas. Tours available. Everyone welcome. Contact rprailroader1@gmail.com.
Every Tuesday: Euchre at 1 Pm in Frankford’s Royal Canadian Legion at 12 Mill St
Every Tuesday: Line dancing at 7Pm in Frankford’s Royal Canadian Legion 12 Mill St
Every Tuesday: Men’s 8 Ball Pool at 7 Pm in The Frankford Royal Canadian Legion at 12 Mill St.
EVERY SECOND TUESDAY: Don't have room to paint at home? Need inspiration to finish your art work? Bring your supplies and join us at the John M. Parrott Art Gallery on Tuesday, January 14th from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. for our "Open Studio Tuesdays" program. This unstructured program is a great place for both the novice and experienced artist to get together to create. The program is free and runs from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on the second Tuesday of each month in the meeting room on the third floor. For further information, please call 613-968-6731 x2240 or e-mail gallery@bellevillelibrary.ca
EVERY THIRD TUESDAY: The Compassionate Friends of Canada, Quinte Chapter meets the third Tuesday of every month at 7:00 p.m. at Weaver - 29 Bay Street, Trenton - An International non-profit, non-denominational, self-help organization offering friendship, understanding, grief education and HOPE for the parents who have experienced the death of a child at any age, from any cause.
EVERY THIRD TUESDAY: Support Group - 3rd Tuesday of Every Month 7:00 p.m. Are you a grieving parent and looking for support, understanding and grief education? If so, please join us at The Quinte Chapter of Compassionate Friends of Canada, meeting at Weaver, 29 Bay Street, Trenton, at 7 p.m. this month, May 20th and the third Tuesday of every month there after. There are no membership fees or religious affiliation. Please call 613-394-2433 and ask to speak to Cathy if you would like more detailed information.
LAST TUESDAY OF THE MONTH: Please join us on the last Tuesday of each month from 9:30-12 p.m. as the John M. Parrott Art Gallery and the Belleville Art Association present mini art workshops.
TUESDAY-FRIDAY: Trillium 2000 Seniors Club at 75 St. Paul Street. Cribbage - Tuesdays; Euchre - Wednesday; Carpet Bowling, shuffleboard - Thursday; Darts - Friday. They all start at 1 p.m. Cribbage, every third Sunday at 1 p.m.
TUESDAYS AND FRIDAYS: Seniors' Social Bridge - Tuesdays & Fridays at 12:45 pm. Please join us at our new venue, the Quinte Sports & Wellness Centre, Cannifton Rd. Riverside entrance. Newcomers and players without partners are welcome. 613-968-9279.
EVERY THIRD TUESDAY: Hastings County Historical Society presents a monthly free public presentation on some aspect of the region's history. These events take place at 7:30 at Quinte Living Centre, 370 Front Street, Belleville. All are welcome.
EVERY SECOND WEDNESDAY: Belleville Brain Tumour Support Group every 2nd Wednesday of every month 7:30 p.m.- 9 p.m. at Eastminster United Church, 432 Bridge St. East, Belleville.
FIRST WEDNESDAY OF MONTH: The Quinte Quilters' Guild meets the first Wednesday of each month at Christ Church on Everett Street in Belleville at 7 p.m. The March 5 speaker is Martha Schellingerhood, who will be discussing how to quilt large quilts on a domestic sewing machine. Everyone is welcome. For more information call Sharon @ 613-969-1064 or visit our website.
SECOND AND FOURTH WEDNESDAY: The Friendship Quilters of the Quinte Quilter's Guild meet at St. Andrews Presbyterian Church hall on Church Street from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.every second and fourth Wednesday (except July and August) We make quilts for a number of charitable groups in the local area. Everyone is welcome. For more information call Sharon at 613-969-1064 or visit our website.
WEDNESDAYS: Open Door Cafe meal program very Wednesday from 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. at Eastminster United Church, 432 Bridge Street East in Belleville. The Open Door Café was established to serve those for whom a free meal is a blessing and those who would enjoy the company of fellow diners, but our doors are open to everyone. There is no cost for this hot meal however smiles and donations are gratefully accepted. For more information, call the church office at 613-969-5212.
WEDNESDAYS: The Belleville Duplicate Bridge (Dundas St. W) lessons every Wednesday night beginning Mar. 1. Lessons for beginners will be held on Monday morning at 10 a.m. and Wednesday evening at 7 p.m. There will be supervised play on Monday at 1 p.m. For more information, call Miriam Bishop at 613-968-9141 or Hugh Cooke at 962-8960.
Every Wednesday: Senior’s Euchre at 1Pm in the Frankford Royal Canadian Legion at 12 Mill St
Every Wednesday: Open Snooker at 7Pm in The Frankford’s Royal Canadian Legion at 12 Mill St
WEDNESDAYS: Frankford Lions Club Bingo every Wednesday night at 6:30 p.m. Frankford Lions Club also holds moon-shot euchre Every Wednesday at 1 p.m. Everyone welcome.
WEdnesdays: Quinte Twirlers welcome square dancers to meet at Foxboro Public School from 7 pm to 9 pm each Wednesday for $7 per person. Callers Barry Chumley or Dave Hutchinson will lead us in mainstream and Plus dances. For info contact Pres Al Whiteman 613 473-0864 or VP Bob
Jones 613-478-6630.
FIRST WEDNESDAY EACH MONTH: The Quinte Quilters' Guild meets the first Wednesday of each month at Christ Church Hall on Everett Street, Belleville at 7 p.m. Guest Speaker at the February 5th meeting is Beth Crook with a Trunk Show. Everyone welcome.
EVERY SECOND WEDNESDAY OF THE MONTH: Loyalist Decorative Painters' Guild meeting every second Wednesday of the month. This month's meeting is on Nov. 14. New members always welcome. Carrying Place United Church at 7 p.m. Snacks & coffee at 6:30 p.m. Please bring your regular painting supplies. Info: call Noreen @ 613-475-2005 or visit our website: www.freewebs.com/ldpg/
Every 3rd Wednesday: Roast Beef Dinner at 5 Pm in the Frankford’s Royal Canadian Legion at 12 Mill St. Every 34th Wednesday; Seniors Luncheon at Noon in The Frankford’s Royal Canadian Legion at 12 Mill St
EVERY FOURTH WEDNESDAY: Quinte Friendship Club meets the 4th. Wed. of each month, 7 p.m., downstairs at the Richmond Retirement Centre. Our monthly activities include out to lunch bunch, pot luck dinners, euchre nights etc. For more info just drop in, or call 613-969-4475. New members welcome.
THURSDAYS: Community Care for South Hastings runs an Activities Program for seniors every Thursday from 1-3 p.m. New members wanted, if interested call Sandy at 613-969-0130.
Every Thursday: Men’s Dart League at 7 Pm in The Frankford’s Royal Canadian Legion at 12 MILL St
FIRST AND THIRD THURSDAYS OF THE MONTH: The Probus Club of Quinte meets the first and third Thursday at 10 a.m. at Maranatha Church, College Street West, Belleville. Everyone welcome.
FIRST AND THIRD THURSDAYS OF THE MONTH: Stitching for fun – Stitching for Fun with Quinte Needlearts Guild (a chapter of the Ebroiderers' Association of Canada). It offers innovative, traditional, and new techniques, workshops and lessons. You can also come work on your own embroidery piece with new friends. Sessions take place at St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church, 67 Victoria Ave., south door, on the first and third Thursday of each month, Sept.-June, 9:30 a.m.-3 p.m. Call 613-476-7723 or 613-243-3999.
EVERY THIRD THURSDAY: The Drawing Room offers non-instructional studio sessions to encourage the traditional practice of drawing and painting the human figure from a draped model. This program is held on the third Thursday of each month from 2 to 4 p.m. in the third floor meeting room at the John M. Parrott Art Gallery. For further information, please call 613-968-6731 ext. 2240 or e-mail gallery@bellevillelibrary.ca
FIRST AND THIRD THURSDAYS: Quinte NeedleArts Guild Stitching for fun. Offering innovative, traditional and new techniques, workshops and lessons or come work on your own embroidery piece with new friends. St Andrew's Presbyterian Church, 67 Victoria Avenue (south door). First and third Thursday each month June-Sept. 9:30-3pm. Call 613-473-4931 or 613-473-7723
FRIDAYS: Nutritious, frozen meals are distributed every Friday between 2 and 4 p.m. from the 60 Bridge St. E. entrance of Bridge Street Church, Belleville. There is no cost for these meals, and no pre-ordering is required. To register, show ID for participating family members on your first visit. TGIF is a community outreach project of Bridge St. United Church.
FRIDAYS: TGIF Frozen Meals – Distribution of these nutritious, church-prepared and frozen meals continues every Friday from 2 to 4 p.m. at Bridge St. United Church. No cost/no pre-ordering. Register on your first visit by showing ID for each meal to be picked up. Use 60 Bridge East entrance.
FRIDAYS: Please join us on the second Friday of each month from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. at the John M. Parrott Art Gallery on the 3rd floor of the Belleville Public Library for a musical presentation. Pianist Rick Penner returns with a new line-up of artists for the "Musical Gifts" series.Everyone is welcome and admission is free. For further information, please call 613-968-6731 x2240 or e-mail gallery@belleville library.ca.
FRIDAYS: Clogging every Friday night, with the Quinte Bay Cloggers, 6:30 p.m.-9 p.m., starting September 5th, in the hall at the Salvation Army at 244 Dundas Street East, Trenton. All ages welcome, no experience necessary. Come and join us for some great fun and dancing. First two nights are free, after that it’s $5.00 a night. Contact Eve or Ozz at 613-966-7026 for more information.
Every Friday: Mixed Fun Darts at 7 Pm in the Frankford’s Royal Canadian Legion at 12 Mill St
Every 1st Friday: TGIF from 4 to 7 Pm (Games and food) in the Frankford’s Royal Canadian Legion at 12 Mill St
SUNDAYS: Peter VanNuis is playing and hosting an open mic.at Dem Bones every Sun from 4 p.m.-9 p.m.
EVERY LAST SUNDAY: Euchre at Noon in the Frankford’s Royal Canadian Legion at 12 Mill St.