WHAT’S ON!
Make Wednesday nights unforgettable at Benni’s Piano Bar with the incredibly talented Benni Vandergaast, live at The Cardinal starting at 7PM! With a mix of classic tunes, crowd-requested faves, and Benni’s one-of-a-kind style, it’s the perfect way to kick back, relax, and enjoy live music in Quinte West!
Parrot Art Gallery
254 Pinnacle Street
Belleville, Ontario K8N 3B1
Email: [email protected]
Tel: (613) 968-6731
Reception: May 31, 2025 230pm - 330pm
EARLY SUMMER SHOW – GALLERY 121 – JUNE 3RD TILL JULY 12TH, 2025
Please join the members at Gallery 121 as they present their delightful Early Summer Show. Our Guest Artists are Liz Schell and Carolyn Huff-Winters. Both are award winners in their chosen mediums. Liz’s handmade decorative dolls and tables will brighten the gallery with a colourful pop and sense of nostalgia while Corolyn’s charcoal and mixed media art will intrigue and charm you. The Featured Member Artist, Maureen Swann, will capture your imagination with her found objects sculptures and paintings.
Please join these artists and member artists at our reception being held Saturday June 7th between 2 and 4 p.m. for refreshments.
Kids Inclusion Art Show 2025
Unity, Creativity, & Community
Opening Night
Friday, June 6 | 4:00–8:00 PM | Downtown Quinte West
NO TICKETS REQUIRED – FREE FAMILY EVENT
If Eventbrite shows this event as “sold out,” don’t worry—it’s still ON and open to all! Eventbrite limits the number of tickets we can list, but everyone is welcome. No registration needed—just come and enjoy!
Join us for a magical evening celebrating the creativity and imagination of Quinte West’s young artists! The Kids Inclusion Art Show brings over 2,000 square-foot artworks to life throughout the downtown core, showcasing the talent of students from Kindergarten to Grade 12.
This vibrant, inclusive exhibition welcomes kids of all abilities and backgrounds to share their voices through art—free from judgment, pressure, or limitations. It’s a celebration of joy, self-expression, and community, designed to uplift and inspire.
What to Expect:
A self-guided tour through downtown featuring hundreds of student artworks
A fun, inclusive atmosphere for families and kids of all ages
A message of belonging, creativity, and acceptance
FREE admission—no tickets required!
Grab a tour map, take your time, and experience the world through the eyes of our youth. This is more than just an art show—it’s a celebration of heart, hope, and the power of creative expression.
WHERE COMMUNITY, CULTURE, AND THE WATERFRONT COLLIDE! Pop-Ups on the Bay was created to reimagine what a market could be—not just a place to shop, but a seasonal celebration of Belleville’s creative spirit. What began ...
Join us at the Parrott Gallery on Thursday, June 26 at 6:00 p.m. for "Harvest of Harmony", music performances by students from the Herman Music Studio. This free concert takes place in Gallery 1 and will feature performances of piano, violin, guitar and voice. All are welcome!
Live Pub Quiz Presents
Trivia Game Show
at The Smokin' 116 Bistro Belleville
The Smokin' 116 Bistro hosts a weekly live pub quiz, expertly hosted by Quizmaster Ally. Every Thursday, gather with fellow trivia enthusiasts and engage in a fun, competitive atmosphere, with great prizes waiting to be won.
Live Pub Quiz Presents
Trivia Game Show
at The Smokin' 116 Bistro Belleville
The Smokin' 116 Bistro hosts a weekly live pub quiz, expertly hosted by Quizmaster Ally. Every Thursday, gather with fellow trivia enthusiasts and engage in a fun, competitive atmosphere, with great prizes waiting to be won.
Join us for our unplugged Acoustic Jam sessions led by our very own staff member River. Whether it’s a guitar, mandolin, cajon, ukelele, or other acoustic instrument players of all skill levels are welcome, or just come to listen and sing along!
So how’s a jam different? – A “jam” is any music played without preparation beforehand. This might mean that the music is undefined, or simply that the running order and the musicians are.
Canadian violinist Grenville Pinto will appear in a solo performance at St. Alban's Centre, Adolphustown Thursday, June 26, 2025 at 7:30 pm.
Prepare to be amazed by the spellbinding talent of Grenville Pinto, Canada’s premier show violinist, in an unforgettable evening of music that defies boundaries.
With the flair of a rock star and the soul of a classical virtuoso, Grenville Pinto has dazzled audiences across
North America and beyond. From concert halls to festivals, his high-energy performances blend classical
precision with pop, rock, R&B, soul, and cinematic flair — creating a musical experience like no other.
Expect the unexpected: soaring renditions of Queen, Coldplay, and Adele, fiery takes on classic rock,
heartfelt movie themes, and electrifying improvisations — all delivered with Grenville’s signature charisma
and showmanship.
Grenville Pinto is not your typical violinist. A classically trained musician with the soul of a pop artist,
Grenville has carved out a unique place in Canada’s music scene — dazzling audiences of all ages with his
vibrant personality, eclectic repertoire, and electrifying stage presence.
Often described as “the rock star of the violin,” Grenville seamlessly blends genres, moving from Beethoven
to Beyoncé, from Andrea Bocelli to AC/DC — all in a single set. Whether performing at prestigious concert
halls, intimate weddings, grand festivals, or televised events, he brings the same passion and energy that
leaves audiences inspired and uplifted.
His performances are not just concerts — they’re experiences. With every sweep of the bow, Grenville
connects with his audience, transforming familiar tunes into soaring, emotional journeys. His showmanship,
technical brilliance, and heartfelt interpretations have earned him a loyal following across Canada and
internationally.
Grenville’s reputation is built on more than talent — it's his ability to bring joy, surprise, and inspiration
through music. Whether you're a classical purist or a fan of chart-topping hits, a night with Grenville Pinto is
sure to be unforgettable.
Come prepared for a wonderful evening of music and entertainment with this consummate showman!
Tickets are available on-line at stalbanscentre.ca or at the door for the low price of $35. You will not be disappointed and the proceeds support the preservation and restoration of historic St. Alban's Church, Adolphustown!
Brought to you by Friends of St. Alban's, Adolphustown - a non-profit charity preserving heritage, while building community. The Friends of St. Alban's was formed by local volunteers to preserve the former St. Alban's Anglican Church as a community hub. Built originally as a tribute to Loyalists 100 years after their arrival in 1784, the retired church has a beauty that stops people in their tracks when they walk in the door. 'Friends' is an open group with new members and volunteers always welcome.
Parrot Art Gallery
254 Pinnacle Street
Belleville, Ontario K8N 3B1
Email: [email protected]
Tel: (613) 968-6731
Reception: May 31, 2025 230pm - 330pm
EARLY SUMMER SHOW – GALLERY 121 – JUNE 3RD TILL JULY 12TH, 2025
Please join the members at Gallery 121 as they present their delightful Early Summer Show. Our Guest Artists are Liz Schell and Carolyn Huff-Winters. Both are award winners in their chosen mediums. Liz’s handmade decorative dolls and tables will brighten the gallery with a colourful pop and sense of nostalgia while Corolyn’s charcoal and mixed media art will intrigue and charm you. The Featured Member Artist, Maureen Swann, will capture your imagination with her found objects sculptures and paintings.
Please join these artists and member artists at our reception being held Saturday June 7th between 2 and 4 p.m. for refreshments.
Let’s see what we got!
The Bay of Quinte RMB Land Acknowledgement
The Bay of Quinte Regional Marketing Board is committed to acknowledging, appreciating and understanding the Indigenous peoples’ historic connection to this land and to raising awareness by building relationships in collaboration with Indigenous partners and communities.
We recognize and acknowledge that we are living and working on the traditional territory of the Wendat, Mississauga, Anishinaabeg and Haudenosaunee which includes the Kenhtè:ke Kanyen’kehá:ka (Mohawks of the Bay of Quinte) with whom we work in direct partnership with.
This partnership focuses on the common goal of celebrating the region with the Kenhtè:ke Kanyen’kehá:ka who are equal partners within the organization and at the Board of Directors table contributing to the mandate and operations.
This mandate includes listening to, learning from, and collaborating with the Kenhtè:ke Kanyen’kehá:ka and actively incorporating their culture and heritage into the practice of responsible destination marketing and management of the region.
We understand that this land acknowledgement is only a small step towards the larger process of reparations and reconciliation.
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