Community Listings (May 7)

The Belleville Intelligencer

Published May 06, 2016 • 30 minute read

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).
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED! Share your knowledge and experience in a different way! Belleville General Hospital Auxiliary seeks adults and students at least 16 years of age to volunteer in a variety of hospital settings during the daytime Monday to Friday and also some weekend shifts available. Call the BGHA Volunteer Office at 613-969-7400 ext 2297 to set up an information session with our Volunteer Liaison Jay Moxness. " Help Us - Help Others" " It is time well spent." Visit our website at www.qhc.on.ca Volunteers can fill out their application on-line and follow the "To-Do" check list supplied.
FRANKFORD LEGION EVENTS: The Summer schedule for the Frankford Legion will start on the 1st of may as follows: Seniors fitness program are every Mondays and Thursdays starting at 1 p.m. Open Cribbage will start at 1 p.m. every Mondays. Moonshine euchre will be at 1 pm every Tuesday. Line Dancing will be at 7 p.m. every Tuesdays. A T.G.I.F will be every 1st Friday of the month with games and a meal. Open mic will be happening every 1st Sunday of the month. There will be a mixed pool tournament every last Sunday of the month starting at 11.30 a.m.
APRIL TO MAY: Come be part of the Knitterati! Belleville Public Library will be hosting a social knitting circle, “Knitterati” starting in April. This is a free drop-in program where you can bring in your knitting, crochet, or other fiber craft project to the second floor of the Library to work as a group, chat, and meet other knitters! Just starting out and need a little help casting on? Don’t worry; your fellow knitters will be there to give you a hand or offer advice. The program is held every other Tuesday evening from 5:30-7:30pm on the second floor. No registration required. Dates: April 5, 19; May 3, 17, 31.Call 613-968-6731 ext. 2237 for more information.
APR. 30, MAY 28: The Belleville Public Library is pleased to announce that we will be providing our FREE Genealogy 101 workshop twice this spring. We will explore the many ways the Library can assist genealogists in compiling their family history, as well as going over some helpful hints and tips. We will also tour our facilities including our local history collection and we will finish the afternoon with some hands-on training using both Ancestry.com and our Belleville History Alive database. There are a limited number of spaces available so pre-registration is required. To register, please call 613-968-6731 ext. 2237.
MAY 4-8: Stirling Festival Theatre presents On A First Name Basis a Norm Foster play starring Norm Foster on May 4 through May 8 with afternoon matinee performances and evening performances. This delightful comedy play tells the story of a very successful, but cantankerous, novelist who suddenly discovers that he knows nothing about his maid of 28 years! For ticket information call our Box Office 613-395-2100 or 1-877-312-1162 and speak to one of our Sales Associates or book online at www.stirlingfestivaltheatre.com.
MAY 5, 12, 19: MEMOIR- WRITING YOUR LIFE STORIES. In this three part introductory level workshop participants will explore the basics and have an opportunity to share their stories. Budding and seasoned writers welcome. Belleville Library Board Room Thursday mornings from 10 a.m.-noon on May 5, 12 and 19th. A $15 fee covers costs. Enrollment is limited. To register or for more details please call facilitator- Linda Bond at 613-968-5276.
May 5–31: The 5th Annual Downtown Belleville Student Art Show is a professional juried show, with several cash prizes, and a great opportunity to display the talents of local student artists. The artwork will be displayed in a show themed “Community” at the Core Arts and Culture Centre (233 Pinnacle Street). The opening reception will be held Thursday, May 5th, 2016 from 6:30 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. with the show continuing throughout the weekend. We invite the public to attend and celebrate the multitude of talent in our community. After the conclusion of the gallery show, the art work will be on display in various downtown windows creating The Downtown Student Art Walk for the month of May. Brochures which will guide visiting art patrons to all the different artist locations can be found in the BDIA office starting Monday, May 9th, 2016. For more information, please visit the BDIA website at www.downtownbelleville.ca, or contact Andrea McKibben, Office and Events Coordinator of the BDIA at 613-968-2242.
MAY 7: Christ Church Belleville invites you to our Mother's Day Tea Saturday, May 7th, 1 to 3 p.m. $6.00 per person. Bake table as well.
MAY 7: ANAVETS UNIT 201 187 Front Street “Jam Session” featuring members of The Shadowz. Assembly begins at 6 pm, bring your musical instruments and singing voice or just come to eavesdrop on some terrific tunes. All are welcome.
MAY 7: Book sale at Bridge Street United Church (60 Bridge St. E, Belleville) from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Large selection of books. Assortment of puzzles, games, DVDs and some vinyl records.
May 7: 7 p.m. Holy Trinity Lutheran Church Choir and Friends present a Spring Concert, featuring sacred to musical theatre, with solos and ensembles. Location 516 Victoria Ave. Free will offering.
MAY 7: Spring Tea and Sale at Christ Church Glen Miller on Saturday, May 7 from 12:00- 2:00 pm. Bake table, craft table, silent auction, treasures from the attic and touch and take. Cost $3.00 which includes lunch. Everyone welcome.
MAY 7: Orange Lodge Dance on May 7th at Orange Hall on York Road in Tyendinga Territory. Band is Jeff Code and Silver Wings. Dancing from 8pm to midnight. Cost $12 each Dance,Lunch,Prizes Contact 613-396-6792.
MAY 7: Free Jane's Walk led by BAS president, Donnie Jarrell. Take a walk through the past, experience the present and visualize the future of the Quinte Ex- one of Canada's oldest and most celebrate Agricultural fairs. Walkers young and old have a chance to share stories and memories about one of our community gems. Meet by the grandstand at the Quinte Fairgrounds near the corner of Bridge Street West and Sidney Street. An ASL interpreter available. 9:30 AM Saturday, May 7, 2016. For more information visit janeswalk.org\canada\belleville, Facebook- Janes Walk Belleville, Twitter -walkbelleville or e-mail: janeswalkbelleville@gmail.com.
MAY 7: Free Jane's Walk, led by Tanya Baldwin through downtown Belleville, to immerse you in our vibrant cultural community. Listen to people who enrich our lives and share your unique story and experiences. Meet at the Market Square at 10:00 AM Saturday May 7th. For more information visit janeswalk.org\canada\belleville, Face book- Jane's Walk Belleville, Twitter -walkbelleville or e-mail: janeswalkbelleville@gmail.com.
MAY 7: Free Jane's Walk led by well-known Belleville musician, Duncan Cooper. Discover downtown Belleville's eclectic and remarkable musical life, current venues and its glorious past. Learn what Belleville has in common with The Savoy Ballroom, 1960's Yorkville and the Met. This will be a toe tapping excursion that will start at the Memorial Arena, humming along through the core and ending up back at the library for a musical treat. An ASL interpreter will be available. Meet at the Memorial Arena across from the Market Square at 2:00 PM on May 7, 2016. For more information visit janeswalk.org\Canada\Belleville, Facebook- Jane's Walk Belleville, Twitter -walkbelleville or e-mail janeswalkbelleville@gmail.com.
MAY 8: Free Jane's Ride led by Belleville on Bikes Rob Jakes and Justin Jones on an a bicycle journey, suitable for most experience levels visiting some of Belleville's treasured historical buildings along with some of the sites where historical buildings used to stand. Meet at Glanmore Museum on Bridge St. East at 10:00 AM Sunday, May 8, 2016. An ASL interpreter will be available. For more information visit janeswalk.org\Canada\Belleville, Facebook- Jane's Walk Belleville, Twitter -walkbelleville or e-mail janeswalkbelleville@gmail.com.
MAY 8: Free Jane's Walk lead by Mary Tiessen, Donna Fano and David Bentley. This is a once in a lifetime walk through the grounds of one of Ontario’s oldest institutions. We’ll explore the grounds, some of the historical buildings and may even visit the gravesite of the deaf dog Farley Mowat donated to the school. This really is a “must” walk for Mother’s Day. Meet at Sir James Whitney through the front entrance at 2:00 PM, Sunday May 8, 2016. An ASL interpreter will be available. For more information visit janeswalk.org\Canada\Belleville, Facebook- Jane's Walk Belleville, Twitter -walkbelleville or e-mail janeswalkbelleville@gmail.com
MAY 10: New season begins for the Land O’ Lakes Shuffle Board Club at the Land O’ Lakes Curling Club, 1–3 p.m., Great for all ages , Handicap access. Registration $6.00, weekly $2.00,new members free (2 weeks).
MAY 10-15: Clothing and electronics recycling: Drop off your unwanted computers, TVs, and other electronics, and clothing, at Dewe’s Parking Lot in Belleville, 400 Dundas St. E., from Tues May 10 – Sun May 15th. Funds raised will support various learning activities for the Adventure Class of Queen Victoria Public School. May 10 – 15:Tuesday - Friday 12 p.m.-7 p.m., Saturday and Sunday 9 a.m.-4 p.m. To schedule a pick-up time please contact: aaron@informanus.com or call 613-885-0642.
May 11: 7 p.m. The Happy Camper Kevin Callan is speaking at the Tweed Public Library, 230 Metcalf Street. Kevin's slideshow is on "Canoeing Georgian Bay". Free admission.
May 11: Luncheon Wednesday, May 11th 12-2 p.m. @ 290 Bridge St W Belleville. Featuring Community Care, learn of all the services they offer. Enjoy the music of Banjo/Guitarist Steve Sweetman, and Marg ter Haar will inspire us with her message. Sponsored by Christian Women's Connection affiliated with RSVP. Free nursery. Reservations call Darlene @ 613-961-0956.
MAY 11: BORN TO BE BLUE. A Quinte Film Alternative GREAT MOVIE WEDNESDAYS 20th Anniversary Season presentation at The Empire Theatre - Matinee at 2PM - $9 / Evening at 7:30PM - $11 / Student with ID - $5.50.
MAY 13: Stirling Festival Theatre presents Wichita Lineman the Music of Glen Campbell starring Aaron Solomon and guest starring Leisa Way on Friday, May 13 at 2 p.m. & 8 p.m. For ticket information call our Box Office 613-395-2100 or 1-877-312-1162 and speak to one of our Sales Associates or book online at www.stirlingfestivaltheatre.com.
MAY 13: Quinte Interfaith Refuggee Sponsorship Committee, BBQ Chicken Dinner, Friday, May 13th, 4:30 - 7 pm, Christ Church, 39 Everett St., Belleville, Adults $13., Children under 12 $6.50, all profits support the current family. christchurch@ontario.anglican.ca
MAY 14: Belleville Garden Club annual plant sale at The Montrose Inn, 1725 Old Highway 2, Belleville. Starts at 9:00 a.m.-1 p.m.. Lots of high quality perennials, herbs and ground covers along with free growing advice. Tickets for this year's Belleville Garden Tour will be available and The Quinte West Youth Center will host a charity BBQ. The sale and parking will be at the rear of The Inn at the east driveway. Parking guides will be onsite.
MAY 14: Plainfield W.I. Is having a Plant and Bulb Sale from 8 a.m.-1 p.m. at Gilead Hall, 420 Bronk Rd. Directions from Belleville: take Hwy. 37 north, turn right on Harmony Rd. (corner of Harmony and Bronk Roads).
MAY 14: Climate March 11 a.m. Meet at Belleville Public Library, 254 Pinnacle Street. Asking political leaders to fulfill climate action promised at the Paris Climate Change Talks. More info: Lindy Powell, 613-966-8676 lindymaypowell@gmail.com, or John Lewis (Quinte Biosphere Defenders), 613-475-5637 john.travers.lewis@gmail.com
MAY 14: Knights of Columbus, Spaghetti Dinner, May 14th, 6:00 pm, St. Michael's Parish Centre, off Church St, (South West corner of parking lot), Adults $10.00, and Children under 12 $6.00 each.
MAY 14: Father John J.V. Buckley, Knights of Columbus Council 16308, will be holding a Yard Sale / Barbeque on Saturday May 14th. from 8 a.m. till 2 p.m. Location will be in St. Joseph's Church parking lot at the S.E. corner of Victoria Ave. and Herchimer Ave. in Belleville. All funds raised will be used towards council initiatives.
MAY 14: Frankford United Church U C W Plant Sale at Rose Lowery Hall 9 a.m. until ??? For details contact Lynn Gray 613-398-0782.
May 15: Hike For Hospice Quinte – Enjoy a fun filled day on Sunday, May 15 for our annual Hike for Hospice! Join Hospice Quinte in Market Square - Downtown Belleville. 1km, 2km, and 5km routes, BBQ lunch, Kids Zone, Music, Entertainment and more! Registration: 9am – Opening Ceremonies: 10am – Walk Starts 10:30 a.m. For details or to register visit www.hospice-quinte.ca/hike or call 613-966-6610.
MAY 15: The Belleville Veterans’ Council invites all to attend the commemoration service of Vimy Ridge, VE Day, and the Battle of the Atlantic at the Belleville Cenotaph on Veterans Way (Station Street) beginning at 2 p.m. Reception will be held after the service at ANAVETS Unit 201, 187 Front Street.
MAY 16: Belleville Fish and Game Club event starting at 6:00 p.m. - Spaghetti Dinner – asking members to bring desserts/salads/garlic bread. Meeting at 7:00 p.m. Guest Speaker Lisa Solomn – Ministry of Natural Resources & Forestry speaking on Deer Management, Moose etc.
MAY 16: The Stirling & District Horticultural Society invites you to attend their meeting on Monday, May 16 at 7:00 pm at St Andrew’s Presbyterian Church Hall, 110 Mill St., in Stirling. The featured speakers are Elizabeth Churcher and George Thompson who will give a presentation on wildflowers. Everyone is welcome. More info? Call 613-398-0220.
May 16: The monthly meeting of Hastings Manor Auxiliary will be held on Monday, May 16 at 12: 45 p.m. in the Volunteer Education Centre on the main floor of Hastings Manor. New members and visitors are always welcome.
MAY 17: Hastings County Historical Society presents teacher and author, John Boyko, discussing his new book "Kennedy and the Canadians - The Crossroads". This free public presentation takes place at 7.30 in the evening at Maranatha, 100 College Street West, Belleville. Ample parking and level access from the rear of the building . Bring a friend. This will be the last public presentation for this season; the next event will be September 20 when we present a history of Shannonville. For more information go to www. hastingshistory.ca.
MAY 18: PETER REA'S ROCKIN' VARIETY SHOW on Wednesday, May 18, 7 p.m. at The Wellington Town Hall, starring Peter Rea, The Reasons, The Reasonettes, Fred Hall, Bud Gregory, Scott Sherman, David Strachan, Judy Fraser and Mark Davis. Free admission but donations to Quinte Educational Museum & Archives' summer projects at The Victoria Schoolhouse in Ameliasburgh are gratefully appreciated. Refreshments. Come early for the best show in town!
MAY 19: You are invited to Habitat for Humanity Prince Edward Hastings' 21st Annual General Meeting. TownePlace Suites, 400 Bell Blvd, 5 p.m. For more information contact pam.ferrill@habitatpeh.org or call 613-962-7526.
MAY 19: This year is Nicholson Catholic College’s Semi-annual Relay for Life Event. It will be held on Thursday, May 19 at Buckley field (Located between Church St. and John St.) and will take place from 12 p.m.-12 a.m. The Opening Ceremonies will begin at 5:30 p.m. followed by our survivor lap. We are currently looking for any interested Cancer Survivors who would like to participate in our event. You can contact the School at (613) 967-0404 to speak to Teacher Advisors; Jeff Wood (Ext. 262) or Mary Jo Cassidy (Ext. 231) for more information on this event. Thanks in advance, Nicholson’s Relay for Life Committee.
MAY 20: Belleville Legion - Cowboys Don’t Cry 7 to 11 pm. Everyone welcome (age of majority event).
May 20 & 21: Christ Church Yard Sale on Friday May 20th from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and Saturday May 21, 2016 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Lunch available.
MAY 21: RIVERFEST BRUNCH at Frankford United Church 8:30 am to 12:00 p.m. Come and enjoy the “incredible” eats: pancakes – syrup – eggs. New ***Raison French Toast - sausages – bacon – ham, scrumptious dessert table, tea, coffee, juice - (all you care to eat). Adults $9.00 Children $5.00 (12 and under). Family rates $25.00. (2 Adults+2 or more children under 12).
MAY 21: Blood donor clinic at Calvary Temple (679 Dundas St. West) gymnasium in Belleville from 9 a.m.-12 p.m.
MAY 21: the Quinte Branch of Ontario Genealogical Society presents resources available at the "New" Community Archives of Belleville and Hastings County by Amanda Hill (Archivist). Place - Quinte West Public Library, 7 Creswell Drive, Trenton, ON K8V 6X5Time - 1 p.m.-3 p.m. Everyone Welcome, bring a friend. For more information visit www.rootsweb.ancestry.com/~canqbogs/
MAY 27: Belleville Legion - Karaoke with John & Rita 6:30 pm to 10:30 pm. Everyone welcome. Plenty of room for dancing as well! (age of majority event).
MAY 28: Belleville Legion - Poker Run. Registration 10 am, kick stands up at 11 am. $35 entry includes BBQ & Dance, $15 per passenger which also includes BBQ by Friendly Fires of Kingston. Music provided by Jeff Murray starting at 2 pm. Prizes for the top 3 hands, Door Prizes and 50/50 Draw.
MAY 28: ANAVETS UNIT 201 187 Front Street Country Roots performs starting at 7 p.m. All are welcome, age of majority card required.
MAY 28: Family Artfest is a fun, family, filled day of painting, chalk art, clay sculpting, balloons, face art, paper crafts, a “Spring Fever” photo booth and more! Don’t miss out on Family Artfest Saturday, May 28th, at West Zwick’s Park from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
MAY 28: Belleville Legion - Poker Run registration 10 a.m., kick stands up at 11 a.m. $35 entry includes BBQ & Dance, $15 per passenger which also includes BBQ & Dance. Prizes for the top three hands, Door Prizes and 50/50 Draw.
May 29: The Belleville Walk for Alzheimer’s will be held on Sunday May 29th, 2016. The Walk will be held at the Lions Pavilion, at Zwick’s Park. Join us for registration beginning at 9:30 am, and the Walk from 10:00 am until 12:00 pm. There will be prizes for top fundraiser, fundraising team, and youth fundraiser. For pledge forms, visit our office at the Bay View Mall (470 Dundas St E) or visit www.walkforalzheimers.ca to fundraise online! For more information, please visit www.alzheimer.ca/hpe, or call 613-962-0892.
May 30: Painting Party: Belleville Art Association Gallery, 392 Front St. Belleville - 1:00 p.m.-3:00 pm. $25/pp includes all materials to complete own acrylic painting, talented artist to lead through all the steps and refreshments. Please contact Cynthia 613-969-7039.
JUNE 4: A Voice for Life – Sing Your Best at any Age” Workshop – Sat., June 4, 1:30 – 4 p.m., Bridge St. United Church. Learn techniques to sing as well as possible as long as possible at this interactive workshop with Dr. Victoria Meredith, Associate Dean and Coordinator of Choral Activities, Faculty of Music, Western University. Advance registration ($20/person) by mail with completed registration form, or online @ www.bridgestreetchurch.com. Call 613-962-9178, ext. 74 for more details.
JUNE 4: Strut For Strays a Fixed Fur Life Event Pet Festival. "Don't Forget To Bring Your Pet!" Saturday, June 4th at West Zwicks - Lion's Pavilion 9 a.m.–4 p.m.
JUNE 6: Blood donor clinic at Belleville Fish and Game Club main hall, 170 Elmwood Dr., from 1 p.m.-7 p.m.
JUNE 8: 1000 Island Boat Tour and 1000 Island Playhouse Show. "A Closer walk with Patsy Cline". June 8, 2016. Travel by luxury coach to and from Kingston, boat tour with lunch included and see a show at 1000 island playhouse. $145 per person. Call Bonnie at 613-967-9594 for booking and details. A fundraising event by C.A.M.Q.
June 17-18: Belleville General Hospital Auxiliary Yard Sale 299 Farnham Rd., Belleville. Friday, JUNE 17th 9am to 4pm Saturday, JUNE 18th 9am to 1pm. Rain or Shine. Call NANCY DAFOE 613 968-9806 For More Information Spring Cleaning – Please donate your items to the Auxiliary for our Yard Sale "Help Us – Help Others."
JULY 7-10: Belleville Waterfront and Ethnic Festival from July 7th – Saturday 10th. Located at West Zwick’s Park, Highway 62 South and a recipient of the top 100 festival’s in Ontario award. Full Midway, Ethnic Food Village, Children’s Attractions, and Meet and Greets with the TV and Movie Characters. Musical Entertainment including Multicultural Acts, a Vendor Exposition, Canine Watersports, Dragon Boat Races, Parasailing and Paddle Boarding. Please visit www.bellevillewaterfrontfestival.com for more information.
JULY 16: Reunite with neighbours and friends who live(d) in Sulphide and/or went to school there. A reunion is being held at the Curling Club in Tweed July 16. For more details contact (by March 16) Darlene (Douglas) MacLeod 124-318 Camden Rd., Napanee, ON. K7R 1E8 613-308-9274 or e-mail darlenemacleod46@gmail.com
JULY 23-24: The Belleville Fire Department will be hosting the Southern Ontario Regional Firefit Championships this year. The event will take place July 23 and 24 with a Corporate Challenge taking place on Friday July 22 with all of the proceeds benefiting the Belleville Firefighters Toy Drive. The Competition will be held at the Quinte Sports and Wellness Center and will be starting at 11:00 am each day with the individuals running on Saturday and the Relay and X3 going on the Sunday. We will be hosting about 150 Firefighters from across Ontario with at least one Firefighter coming in from Newfoundland. The Firefit Championships is an exciting event that showcases the 5 basic evolutions that we encounter at most fires. We have a website up now at bellevillefirefit.com which will have frequent additions of sponsors, activities for the competitors and Corporate Challenge. Any questions, please feel free to contact me for any further information.
SEPT. 24: Flavours of Fall for all your senses! Pumpkin carving and painting, fall themed arts and crafts, hot apple cider, live Country & Bluegrass music, wagon rides, pony rides, balloons, face art and porchfest. Saturday, September 24th, in Downtown Belleville.
NOV. 18: Christmas Lighting Display at Meyer’s Pier and Jane Forrester Park. Enjoy a magical lighting display along the beautiful waterfront trail. The official lighting will be Friday, November 18th. Please visit www.belleville.ca for more information.
NOV. 20: Nighttime Santa Claus Parade with magical lights, amazing floats, bands and Santa! Sunday, November 20th, 2016, beginning at 4:30 p.m. Please visit www.bellevillechamber.ca for more information.
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.
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.
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.
EVERY LAST SUNDAY: Euchre at Noon in the Frankford’s Royal Canadian Legion at 12 Mill St.
MONDAYS AND THURSDAYS: Quinte Woodcarvers fall session starts Thursday Sept 10, 2015, 7–9 p.m. and Monday, Sept. 14, 1–4 p.m., at Trinity Lutheran Church on Victoria Ave., next to Moira Secondary School. You are welcome to attend both or either session each week. If you would like to learn to carve or are experienced, new members are always welcome. For more information, call Brian at 613-966-3091.
THIRD MONDAYS EVERY MONTH: Emmaus Cancer Support Group meets the third Monday of each month at 7 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: Something new for the Frankford legion, Cribbage will be played every Monday register at noon play at 1 p.m.
MONDAYS: Stirling & District Lions Club Bingo every Monday night starting a 6:30 pm at the Lions Hall.
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.
MONDAYS: Alateen Meeting for young people struggling with a parent or guardian with a alcohol or drug addiction. Belleville Library - Mondays from 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. - all ages welcome.
EVERY MONDAY: Seniors Euchre Club at Parkdale Community Centre every Monday. Start Time 1:00 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: Belleville Fish & Game Club Members meet every third Monday of the month at the BFGC, 170 Elmwood Drive, Belleville from 7:00 pm-9:00 pm. Guest Speakers on various topics. Open to the public, please come join the club. More information visit www.bellevillefishandgameclub.com
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 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. 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 Meeting. Is food a problem for you? Do you eat when you are not hungry? Do you binge or purge? New meeting every Tuesday Morning at 9:00 am located at the Trenton Seniors Centre Club 105, 61 Bay Street, Trenton. No due, no fees, please call 613-827-7421 for further information or www.oa.org
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: The Hastings & Prince Edward Regiment Military Museum is open every Tuesday from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. . Located in the Belleville Armoury, enter at the Bridge street entrance,ring buzer to have door open. Groups are welcome for appointment call 613-962-4904.
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: At 7 p.m. in back hall of Calvary Temple, check out the Quinte area’s own men’s barbershop chorus, A Cappella Quinte. Newcomers welcome. For further information, call Ted Ellis at (613) 477-2636.
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.
TUESDAYS: Euchre at 1 Pm in Frankford’s Royal Canadian Legion at 12 Mill St
TUESDAYS: Line dancing at 7 Pm in Frankford’s Royal Canadian Legion 12 Mill St
TUESDAYS: Men’s 8 Ball Pool at 7 Pm in The Frankford Royal Canadian Legion at 12 Mill St.
Tuesday and Thursday: Free Tennis, Tuesday & Thursday at Loyalist College Play 6 to 8 p.m. & Sunday Play 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Bring a Friend Contact 613-395-0162
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 4th Tuesday: The Belleville Weavers and Spinners Guild meets on the fourth Tuesday of every month from September to May, from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Citadel, Salvation Army Church, Belleville (corner of Bridge and Palmer Streets). Bring your project and share your knowledge of spinning, weaving, knitting and other fibre work. Tea and coffee provided (bring your own mug), brown bag lunch. For more information contact bellwsg@gmail.com.
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 Maranatha facility, 100 College St, Belleville. All are welcome.
EVERY SECOND WEDNESDAY: Belleville Brain Tumour Support Group every 2nd Wednesday of every month 6:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m. at Eastminster United Church, 432 Bridge St. East, Belleville.
SECOND AND FOURTH WEDNESDAY: The Friendship Quilters of the Quinte Quilters Guild meeting is held at St Andrew's Presbyterian Church on Church Street from 10 am to 3 pm.We make and donate quilts to local charitable organizations. Bring a friend and your lunch and come check us out. For more info call 613-969-1064.
EVERY THIRD WEDNESDAY: Quinte region landlords meet, network, share knowledge, and hear a guest speaker the third Wednesday of each month at 630 p.m.. Advance registration required and location provided to all registrants. Fee: $10 to help cover costs. To register, use the contact form on our website quintelandlordsassociation.ca or call (613) 707-3879
WEDNESDAYS: Narcotics Anonymous meets Wednesday nights at 8 pm at Trinity United church basement.
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 1 Pm in the Frankford Royal Canadian Legion at 12 Mill St
Every Wednesday: Open Snooker at 7 Pm 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: Moonshot Euchre every Wednesday at 1 p.m. Tournaments every 3rd Sunday of the month starts at 1 p.m. Everyone welcome.
WEDNESDAYS: Five-pin Bowling at Stirling Bowl-O-Drome, 1:30 p.m. Everyone welcome. No experience necessary. For more information call Barb at 613-395-3090.
WEDNESDAYS: Quinte Twirlers Square Dancing where Basic, Mainstream and Plus dancing is taught. Our caller is Dave Hutchinson. Square dancing is at Harmony Public School on Harmony Rd., Corbyville from 7 pm - 9 pm every Wed night. For more information call Allan at 613-473-0864 or email 25cwhiteman@gmail.com. All ages are welcome. Join us for lots of fun, friendship and fitness.
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/
SECOND/FOURTH WEDNESDAYS: The Friendship Quilters of the Quinte Quilter's Guild meet the second and fourth Wednesday of each month (except July and August) at St. Andrews Presbyterian Church on Church Street from 10 am until 3 pm. Bring a friend and join us for all or part of the day to make charity quilts. For more information, call 613-969-1064.
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.
THURSDAYS: THURSDAYS Tai chi 12:20 p.m.-1:20 pm with Sherri Bergman. Knitting 1:30 p.m.-3:30 pm at Ameliasburgh Town Hall, 13 Coleman Street.
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.
EVERY THIRD THURSDAY: Hillier Women's Institute meets in Hillier Hall the 3rd Thursday of each month usually at 1:30 p.m. You are welcome to join us.
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 a.m.-3 p.m. Call 613-473-4931 or 613-473-7723.
SECOND AND FOURTH THURSDAYS: The Probus Club of Belleville meets at 10 am at the Pentecostals of Quinte, 490 Dundas St. West, Belleville. This is an opportunity for fellowship among retired and semi-retired business and professional people. Guests are welcome. Come on out and enjoy!
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: 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.
SATURDAYS: EARLY LEARNING PLAYGROUP available at Massassaga-Rednersville School every Saturday, from 10 a.m. to noon, for families with children ages infant to 6 years old. Playgroup is free to attend. For information contact The HUB Child & Family Centre at 613-476-8142 or e-mail kimh@thehubcentre.ca.

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