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Greater Napanee Barn Quilts: An Interview with Pat Dubyk

Artist Pat Dubyk started the PEC Barn Quilt Trail in 2013 and has since relocated to Greater Napanee, where she’s starting another trail of these bold, colourful art pieces.

How to Build a Bay of Quinte Charcuterie Board with Local Finds

The Bay of Quinte is packed with delicious finds made right here in the region, including small-batch cheeses and cured meats, freshly baked goods, beverages, preserves, and handcrafted chocolates. Heidi Csernak and her best friend, Tab, set out on a food-fuelled road trip to gather the best local ingredients, stopping at more than a dozen shops, farms, and markets with a bit of snacking along the way. Their loop took them from Tyendinaga Mohawk Territory through Belleville, Quinte West, and Brighton before wrapping up back in Napanee with their baskets full and ready to build the ultimate locally sourced charcuterie spread.

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Meet the Artist: Marleen Murphy of Millside Ceramics

Get to know Marleen Murphy of Millside Ceramics in Kenhtè:ke (Tyendinaga Mohawk Territory), what inspires her work and some opportunities she’s had to share her art on a larger scale.

BELONGING IN THE BoQ: THE FIT COLLECTIVE

Belleville, known for its scenic beauty along the Bay of Quinte, is undergoing a transformation. The city has seen an influx of new residents and businesses, reshaping its identity into a vibrant, dynamic community. One of the standout businesses in this evolving landscape is The Fit Collective. Founded by Holly, a Wellington, Ontario native with a passion for wellness and inclusion, The Fit Collective is more than just a gym—it is a place where community, personal growth, and inclusivity take centre stage.

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