WHAT’S ON!
The Smokin' 116 Bistro hosts a weekly live Trivia Game Show 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.
We’re welcoming Bobby Cameron for the first time to our taproom at Meyers Creek Brewing on May 23!
Bobby is a Canadian Scot from Picton, Prince Edward County. After visiting & entertaining the County & area for over 15 years Bobby & his wife Suzan moved to Picton over 3 years ago.
Bobby performs throughout the County & surrounding areas, playing a wide variety of Pop, Rock, Folk & Country songs Acoustic Style.
Gallery 121 members are pleased to invite you to view our Spring Show running April 22nd until May 31st
Our guest artists are Chris Finkle with his oil paintings in "My Musings Through Art," and Tom Ashbourne with his sculptures in "Elation," exploring the essence of the stone.
Our Featured Member Artist, Frances Key, presents "In Reverie" with evocative oil images and an intriguing installation piece.
Please join our Guest and Member Artists for refreshments at a reception being held on Saturday, April 26th 2 – 4 p.m.
Visit the New Show in the gallery or on the website.
www.gallery121artists.com
You're Invited: Bridging Communities Exhibition
May 9 - May 29
QAC Cultural Hub | 36 Bridge Street East, Belleville
Join us at the Quinte Arts Council Cultural Hub for "Bridging Communities: - a powerful and vibrant exhibition led by Belleville-based mixed media artist Emebet Belete. Known internationally for her captivating work and deeply respected for her ongoing commitment to arts advocacy and community engagement across Eastern Ontario, Belete brings her vision to life in this latest collaborative project.
Bridging Communities features large-scale, weather-tested crochet installations created with the help of dozens of dedicated volunteers. Suspended from ceiling to floor, these colourful, textile-based works reflect not only artistic skill but also the strength of community connection.
Exhibition runs May 9–29
Experience the creativity and collaboration that has brought this unique project to life—everyone is welcome.
We look forward to celebrating with you!
Quinte Arts Council’s Biennial Juried Exhibition
Wednesday, May 15 - June 14
John M. Parrott Art Gallery
Belleville Public Library, 254 Pinnacle Street, Belleville
Join us for Expressions: Legacy, the Quinte Arts Council’s celebrated biennial juried exhibition, showcasing powerful works by artists across the Quinte region.
This year’s theme, Legacy, invites artists to explore the marks we leave behind—through culture, memory, environment, and identity.
Celebrate the artists
Applaud the award winners
Juror, artist and curator Valerie Kent
Free admission
Everyone welcome!
Join us at Belleville and Quinte West Community Health Centres for a relaxing afternoon of Petals and Porcelain: A Garden-Inspired Social, filled with garden-themed fun, creativity, and conversation. Whether you want to get your hands dirty with a bit of planting, make a beautiful floral craft, sip some herbal teas, or just enjoy the calm company of others—this event is for you.
Event will take place at both our Belleville and Trenton Locations.
Trenton - May 22nd - 69 Catherine St. Trenton, ON
Belleville - May 23rd - 161 Bridge St. W. Belleville, ON
Time: 1:30-3:30pm
Event is free and open to everyone in the community!
To register, scan the QR code on the poster, visit www.tiny.cc/gpsocial or contact Alyssa at 613-403-5683 or [email protected]
Join us at The Cardinal for an exclusive album release preview party for “Second Chance Music”, Kentucky’s powerful new project!
Kentucky is making his triumphant return to The Cardinal to give fans a rare opportunity to listen to the full album before its official release.
Come experience raw emotion and bold storytelling at its finest, this is your chance to connect with the artist himself and hear the stories behind each track in an intimate laid-back setting!
Get ready to unleash your inner superstar at Karaoke Night @ The Cardinal every Friday at 8PM! Whether you're a pro on the mic or just coming out for the fun, it's the perfect spot ...
KARAOKE NIGHT AT THE SMOKIN' 116!
Join us this Friday for an electrifying karaoke night hosted by the one and only Johnny B! Prepare for a night filled with incredible tunes, fun vibes, and unforgettable memories at The Smokin' 116 Bistro!
What to Expect:
Great food & drinks: Dive into our mouth-watering bites while sipping on cool cocktails
Amazing karaoke magic: Sing your heart out and let loose with your favorite hits
Fun giveaways & prizes: Singers have a chance to win awesome prizes in our raffle throughout the night
A Pancake Breakfast and Plant Sale will be held at Sidney Westminster United Church, 1199 Wallbridge Loyalist Rd., Belleville, on Saturday, May 24th, 2025, from 8:30-11:30 am
Breakfast consists of pancakes, sausages, scrambled eggs, toast, juice, tea & coffee, fruit cocktail and pineapple.
We will also be having a plant sale.
Ticket prices: Adults $12.00, Children ages 6-12 $7.00, Children under 5 and under are "free"
Tickets may be purchased from the church (613-968-4304) Tuesday-Friday from 9:30 am - 12:30 pm, or at the door the day of the event.
We have handicap access, and elevator and lots of parking.
The Front Street Farmers’ Market is beautifully nestled along the Trent-Severn Waterway at 67 Front St., in downtown Trenton. Visitors can find a wide variety of artisanal and produce vendors with products ranging from fruits, veggies, crafts to baked goods and more.
Market hours are 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. every Saturday from Victoria Day weekend to Thanksgiving weekend.
Find out more at quintewest.ca/FarmersMarket.
Join us for the Belleville IG Wealth Management Walk for Alzheimer's on Saturday, May 24th at Jane Forrester Park, walking the Bayshore Trail. Registration opens at 9:30 am and the Walk is from 10 am - 12 pm. Everyone welcome to attend this free public community event. No cost to attend or participate. Register and fundraise online at www.walkforalzheimers.ca or learn more at www.alzheimer.ca/hpe.
Other Walk events: Quinte West (May 24 - Centennial Park), PEC (May 24 - Macaulay Heritage Park), Bancroft (May 25 - Millennium Park), Tweed (May 25 - Tweed Fairgrounds), and Brighton (May 25 - Ontario St Boat Launch). All walks are from 10 am - 12 pm. Find your community at www.walkforalzheimers.ca .
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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