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Sept. and Oct. The Regent Theatre, 224 Main St, Picton, presents: Sept. 9, British Night at the Regent 2; Sept. 11, Last Night of the Proms; Sept.16, Lee Harvey Osmond Concert; Sept.25, The Toronto Welsh Male Voice Choir; Oct. 1, Blues Concert, artist TBA; Oct. 9, Live from the MET, Das Rheingold; Oct.14, Live from National Theatre London, A Disappearing Number; Oct. 23, Live from the MET, Boris Godunov; Oct. 30, Illusionist Michael Bourada; and Nov. 12, The Reasons. Tickets and info: 613 476-8416, www.theregenttheatre.org. Sept. 3 to 5 Shelter Valley Folk Festival near Grafton. Voted one of Canada’s Top 10 Festivals by CBC Radio 3. Info: www.sheltervalley.com, 1-866-612-SVFF. Sept. 5 Tweed Lions Club’s Music in the Park presents Jennifer Brant & Mustang, at Tweed Memorial Park, 2 to 4 pm. Sept. 10 and Oct. 8 Pianist Rick Penner’s concert series, Musical Gifts, at The John M. Parrott Art Gallery, begins Sept. 10, showcasing the music of Duke Ellington with Billy Strayhorn and James P. Johnson. On Oct. 8, Rick plays Harold Arlen, Rhythm, Blues and the Weather. The series runs the second Friday of each month. Admission is free. Info: 613-968-6731 x 2240. Sept. 10 Experience the Met: Live in HD. Tickets on sale Sept. 10 at Galaxy Cinemas, Bell Blvd., Belleville: Oct. 9: Wagner’s Das Rheinhold; Oct. 23, Mussorgsky’s Boris Godunov. Info: www.cineplex.com/events. Sept. 11 Drum Nation Festival takes place, 11 am to dark, at O’Hara Mill Homestead, Madoc. This festival is geared toward family and creative learning. Admission is free, as are many of the workshops. No need to have your own drum, they have lots to share. Info: www.drumnationfestival.com. Sept. 11, 12 and 25 Jeanette Arsenault will perform at the following venues: Sept. 11, noon to 1 pm, Picton Fair Baby Show; Sept. 11 and 12, Picton Rising Star; Sept. 25, Regent Theatre at 7:30 pm, Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital Foundation Fundraiser, also featuring Toronto Welsh Male Voice Choir and the Trentones. Sept. 11 and Sept. 25 Lil Crow Café, 216 Bayshore Road, Tyendinaga Mohawk Territory, presents folk singer, Stormin’ Norman Doucette, on Sept. 11, and the Johnny Cash tribute band, Walk the Line, on Sept. 25. Gates open at 5 pm. Info: 613-396-2767. Sept. 12 Tweed Lions Club’s Music in the Park presents Sounds of Tyme, at Tweed Memorial Park, 2 to 4 pm. Sept. 12 The regular meeting of the Quinte Opera Guild, as well as the annual meeting, will be held at the Recreation Centre (upstairs) at 116 Pinnacle St., Belleville at 2 pm. There will also be a presentation on Turandot by Alison Temple. Info: Jeannette at 613-771-1564 or Dorothy at 613-395-2398. Sept. 16 to 25 The Prince Edward County Music Festival, Bridging the Old and the New, takes place at the Church of St. Mary Magdalene, Picton, for evening concerts, Books & Company, Picton for the Family Concert, and at the Grange of Prince Edward Vineyards, Hillier, for a special Sunday concert. Info: 613-393-3798, www.pecmusicfestival.com. Sept. 16 to Oct. 2 The Bay of Quinte Community Players (My Theatre) presents On Golden Pond, Sept. 16 to 19, 24 to 26, Oct. 1 and 2, at Olde Town Hall 1861, 55 King St., Trenton. Tickets: 613-398-0006, tickets@my-theare.ca. Sept. 18 Quinte Opera Guild trip to Opera Lyra, Ottawa, to see Turandot. Info: Jeannette at 613-771-1564 or Dorothy at 613-395-2398. Sept. 19 Sandbanks Estate Winery’s Family Mini-Harvest, 12:30 to 4:30 pm, featuring activities and music by The Tweed Twangers. Info: wine@sandbankswinery.com. Sept. 19 Tweed Lions Club’s Music in the Park and Tweed Kiwanis Club present Starliters Benefit Dance in the Pavilion at Tweed Memorial Park, 2 to 4 pm. Sept. 21 The Empire Theatre, Belleville, presents Andre-Philippe Gagnon. For more listings: www.theempiretheatre.com, 613-969-0099. Sept. 24 Whisky Cruise, 6:30 pm. Enjoy an evening aboard the Kingston 1000 Islands Cruises premier dining ship, the Island Star. A 3-course dinner and a tasting of 3 different single malt whiskies will be provided while you cruise through the 1000 islands. Tickets: 613-549-5544, www.ktic.ca/symphony. Sept. 24 Barn Dance and Pig Roast Fall Fundraiser for Festival Players of Prince Edward County, 7 pm at Fields on West Lake, 15786 Loyalist Parkway, Bloomfield. Tickets: 613-471-1991, www.countytix.ca. Sept. 24 The Marble Church Arts Centre, Actinolite, presents: The Young Family Jamboree. For tickets, times and address: 613-478-3499, www.tweenartscouncil.ca/about.htm. Sept. 24 to Oct. 9 Brighton Barn Theatre at Proctor House Park, 96 Young St. in Brighton presents Strictly Murder by Brian Clemens. Tickets and info: 613-475-2144, www.birghtonbarntheatre.ca. Sept. 24 Alan Rhody will perform at the Belleville Club, corner of Pinnacle and Bridge St. E., 8 pm. Info: www.alanrhody.com. Oct. 2 and 3 The Marble Church Arts Centre, Actinolite will participate in the Tweed and Area Studio Tour. Oct. 3 Two Centuries Later, at 2:30 pm, Grand Theatre Kingston. The Kingston Symphony joins the world in helping to celebrate the 200th anniversary of two musical masters – Chopin and Schumann. Canadian pianist, Janina Fialkowska, will perform Chopin’s Fantasy on Polish Airs as well as a brand new piece from Juno Award-winning composer John Burge. Info: www.kingstonsymphony.on.ca, 613-546-9729. Oct. 3 Quinte Opera Guild meeting will be at the Recreation Centre (upstairs) at 116 Pinnacle Street, Belleville at 2 pm. Mary Hall will do a presentation on Wagner operas and Jane Batey will speak on Don Pasquale. Info: Jeannette at 613-771-1564 or Dorothy at 613-395-2398. Oct. 14 to 30 The Belleville Theatre Guild presents Staff Room, winner of Best Production at the 2004 Theatre Ontario Festival. Tickets: The Pinnacle Playhouse Box Office, 256 Pinnacle St, Belleville, www.bellevilletheatreguild.ca, 613-967-1442. Oct. 16 The Quinte Symphony presents Gershwin Gala, at Dinkel’s Restaurant and Courtyard in Belleville. Fine dining, entertainment, raffles. Info: 613-962-0050, www.quintesymphony.com. Oct. 22 Getting’ Dizzy: A Tribute to the Swinging Trumpet, at 8 pm, Grand Theatre Kingston. Mike Herriott, presents his tribute to the swinging trumpet in a pops celebration of the tunes made famous by Doc Severinsen, Dizzy Gillespie, Harry James, Louis Armstrong and others. Info: www.kingstonsymphony.on.ca. Oct. 23 and 24 Tweed National Theatre presents Fall Follies at The Marble Church Arts Centre, Actinolite. Info: 613-478-3499, www.tweenartscouncil.ca/about.htm. Oct. 24 and 31 The Canadian Opera Company production of Aida will be in Toronto on Oct. 24 and Death in Venice on Oct. 31. Quinte Opera Guild members wishing transportation, contact Eleanor Jourard at 613-968-9404. Oct. 24 Quinte Symphony, Gordon Craig Music Director, presents Rhapsody in Blue, with guest artist Michel Szczesniak, piano, at Bridge Street Church, Belleville, 2:30 pm. Info: 613-962-0050, www.quintesymphony.com. Oct. 31 Fire & Passion at 2:30 pm at the Grand Theatre Kingston. Rimsky-Korsakov brings to life the fiery passions of Spain in his gypsy inspired Capriccio Espagnol. Featuring 2009 Queen’s University Concerto Competition Winner, Annie Guo on piano. Info: www.kingstonsymphony.on.ca. Sept. 1 to 26 The Art Gallery of Bancroft presents Mendelson Joe’s show, Beauty Heals. Opening reception, Sept. 3 at 7:30 pm, 10 Flint Ave., Bancroft. Info: 613-332-1542. Until Sept. 24 Gallery One-Twenty-One, 48 Bridge St. E, Belleville, presents A Retrospective of the Works of Leslie King, with guest artist Gertrude Sorenson. Until Sept. 26 The Colborne Art Gallery, 51 King St E., Colborne features members Anne Wilson, paintings, and Terrie MacDonald, ceramics. New works by the other gallery artists are shown in the 2nd and 3rd galleries. Opening reception is August 14, from 2 to 4 pm. Info 905-355-1798, www.colborneartgallery.com. Until Sept. 18 Gallery ArtPlus presents Summersault featuring the works of Anne Ireland, Allison Knudsen, Christa Markstahler Flynn, and a ceramic installation by Michelle Mendlowitz and Robin Tieu. Opening reception Aug. 26, 6 to 8 pm, 54 North Front Street, Belleville. Info: www.galleryartplus.com, 613 961 1977 ext. 231. AIM (Artists In Motion) Gallery & Gift Shop, 29 Forsyth St., Marmora, features the work of over 40 local artisans. New members are welcome. They will be Stop 11 in the Heart of Hastings Studio Tour, Nov. 5 to 7, 12 to 14. Info: 613-472-1278, www.artistsinmotion.info. Until Sept. 30 Algonquin Provincial Park presents Fur & Feathers, Bill Bickle’s Wildlife Photography Show, at the Visitor Centre. Info: www.BillBickle.com. Sept. 4 to 6 Rednersville Road Art Tour takes place on Labour Day Weekend, from 10 am to 4 pm. The tour includes stops at 18 different studios and workplaces along Rednersville Road, displaying the work of 37 artists. Watch for signs along the way. Info: www.rednersvilleroadarttour.com. Sept. 2 to 30 The Art Cellar at the Black Prince Winery, 13370 Loyalist Parkway, Picton, presents County Inspirations, featuring new works by Judy Plomer and Gudrun Gallo. The opening reception is on Sept. 2, from 5 to 8 pm. Gallery hours are 11 am to 5 pm daily. Info: 613-476-4888. Sept. 2 to 30 September is a celebration of local artist Manly MacDonald, in Galleries One, Two and Three at the John M. Parrott Art Gallery, Belleville Library. Coinciding with the release of the book, Manly Edward MacDonald – Interpreter of Old Ontario by Charles Beale, the show will feature original works by this artist from the permanent collection, the Loyalist College Collection and private collections. Glanmore National Historical Site will also display artifacts and personal items which once belonged to the artist. Info: 613-968-6731 ext. 2240, www.bellevillelibrary.com. Sept. 4 and 5 Carla Miedema is participating in Kawartha Fine Art Festival in the Agricultural Building, Fenelon Falls. This is an exhibition and sale of fine art by over 75 artists. Info: www.carlamiedema.com. Sept. 4 to 29 Oeno Gallery presents Ethos, paintings by Sylvain Louis-Seize. Opening reception on Sept. 4, from 3 to 6 pm. Located next to Huff Estate Winery, 2274 County Rd. #1, BloomfieldInfo: www.oenogallery.com, Sept. 9 The BDIA presents the 2010 Artwalk, from 3 to 9 pm in Downtown Belleville. Over 20 local artists at over 20 locations. Light refreshments will be served. Entertainment by Jamie Stever and the Quinte Ballet School. Info: www.rediscoverdowntown.ca. Sept. 9 to Oct. 29 The Quinte Arts Council’s Sept/Oct Art in the Community show opens Sept. 9, 3 to 9 pm (part of BDIA Artwalk) at the office/gallery, 36 Bridge St. E., Belleville. Info: www.quinteartscouncil.org, 613-962-1232. Sept. 17 to 19 The 17th Annual Prince Edward County Studio & Gallery Tour, 10 am to 5 pm daily. 34 locations, 100’s of artists’ work on display and for sale. Info: www.pecstudiotour.com or 613-467-7901 ext 214. Sept. 22 to Nov. 8 Arts On Main presents The Harvest. Opening reception Sept. 25, 2 to 4 pm. A new show by PEC artists, using media such as glass, pottery, oil, pastel, fabric, metal and more. Located at 233 Main St., Picton. 613-476-5665. Open daily. Info: www.artsonmaingallery.ca. Sept. 23 to 25 Artrageous takes place at Quinte Adult Day School, 32 Bridge St. E, Belleville, with an opening gala on Sept. 24, from 6 to 10 pm, featuring art works for sale, a silent auction, complimentary hors d’oeuvres and live jazz. Sept. 25 & 26, Oct. 2 & 3 The Bancroft and Area Studio Tour from 10 am to 5 pm. Enjoy the landscape and autumn colours, while driving to visit the artists in their studios and homes. Info: www.bancroftstudiotour.org. Sept. 28 to Nov. 5 Gallery One-Twenty-One presents Flip, Flop and Fly (or Felines, Fish and Flying Things!), a show that will tease your imagination, featuring the work of Claudette Boulanger, Jennifer Chanter and Maureen Swann. The opening reception will be Oct. 2, from 3 to 5 pm. Info: 613-962-4609, www.gallery121.ca. Sept. 30 Gallery Artplus presents Changing Hue 2010, featuring the works of Ronald P. Gray, Carla Miedema, Laurie Near and Bruce St. Clair. Opening reception, Sept. 30. Info: www.galleryartplus.com. Oct. 2 and 3 The 13th Annual Tweed & Area Studio Tour,10 am to 5 pm. Free admission, 21 locations. Info: 613-477-2039, www.tweedstudiotour.org. Oct. 7 to 28 The Belleville Art Association presents Perspectives, their Annual Juried Show, with the theme, Mindscape, at the John M. Parrot Gallery in the Belleville Public Library, 254 Pinnacle St. Info: 613-968-6731 ext. 2240. Opening reception, Oct. 7, 6 to 7:30 pm. Oct. 9 to 11 Animal Art Show, 10 am to 5 pm, Upstairs at Books & Company, 289 Main Street, Picton. See animals, real and imaginary, local and exotic, all created by the artists and artisans of PEC. Free face-painting and mask-making for kids. Info: www.animalartpec.wordpress.com. Oct. 22 to Nov. 7 Scenes of Sandbanks and beyond, an original art show and sale runs Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays at Black Prince Winery in Picton. Works of art from a variety of media will celebrate the scenic beauty and historical significance of PEC. Proceeds from the show will be directed to Friends of Sandbanks. Info: 866-470-9463, www.blackprincewinery.com. Oct. 23 and 24 The Bath Artisans’ Fall Show and Sale will be at St. John’s Hall and Fire Hall, Church Street, Bath, 10 am to 5 pm. Free admission (donations to local food bank will be accepted) and a chance to win an original work of art. Info: Paulette Batchilder, 613-352-5841. Oct. 23 Quinte Needlearts Guild bus trip leaving Belleville's Walmart parking lot at 8 am and a second stop at 8:15 at the parking lot on Wooler Rd. just N. of the 401, to the Creative Festival in Toronto. Cost is $45 which includes entry to the festival. To book a seat or info: Nora at 613 962-1763, or Marg. at 613 476-7723 or Sharon at 613 475-1380. Oct. 30 Arts Quinte West is holding its 3rd annual Members Autumn Show and Sale at the Knights of Columbus Hall, 57 Stella Crescent, Trenton, 10 am to 4 pm. Twelve artists and artisans will be displaying their creations. Admission is free.
Visual artists The inaugural Christmas Fine Craft & Decorative Art Show and Sale at the Lions Community Centre on Elgin Street east in Cobourg will be held Nov. 21. Make it Indie is a venue for regional artists and crafters to sell their handmade wares. Info: Sally, 905-377-0740, www.makeitindie.blogspot.com. All artists Active Arts in Rednersville will be open during Culture Days Sept 24 to 26 and they are looking for people who may wish to participate. Info: info@activearts.ca, 613.779.8933. Visual artists Rozema Farms is having a Multi Vendor Country Market Sept. 4 to 6 and they are inviting local artists to participate. There is a $20 vendors’ fee for the weekend. 1189 County Rd. 64, Carrying Place. Info: 613-848-5302. Deadline Sept. 10 The Animal Art Show is open to all artists and artisans who live in PEC and will be on Thanksgiving Weekend at Books and Company in Picton. Space (for 1 or 2 artists) $120. Info: 613-471-6110, quintehouse@gmail.com. Deadline Sept. 25 St. Matthew’s Art and Craft Show will be held in the church on Holloway St. in Belleville, Nov. 26 and 27. Artists are invited to apply. Booth space is $55. Info: 613-392-5285. Male vocalists The Trentones are looking for male vocalists interested in four-part Barbershop style caroling at seniors homes. There is no obligation to become a member and no need to be able to read music. The holiday tour normally takes place on a Saturday in mid-December. Call Peter Thompson at 613-967-1024.
Female
vocalists
Bay of
Quinte Chorus Sweet
Adelines is looking for talented voices. Contact Sharon Love, 613-473-2824. Sept. 9 The Regent Theatre, Picton, presents British Night at the Regent 2. All new British trivia quiz, British comedy classics on the big screen, British beer (and French wine). Tickets: $15, doors and bar open at 6:30 pm. Info: 613-476-8416.Sept. 15 and 29 The Quinte Film Alternative shows films every second Wed., at 2 and 7:30 pm, at the Empire Theatre, Belleville. Sept. 15: Mao’s Last Dancer, Australia, 2009. Sept. 29: Max Manus, Norway, 2008. Memberships are now available. Info: www.quintefilmalternative.ca. Oct. 13 and 27 The Quinte Film Alternative shows films every second Wed., at 2 and 7:30 pm, at the Empire Theatre, Belleville. Oct. 13: The Secret in their Eyes, Argentina, 2009. Oct. 27: I killed my Mother, Canada, 2009. Info: www.quintefilmalternative.ca.
Oct. 29, 30
and 31 The Marie Dressler
Foundation Vintage Film Festival takes place in Port Hope, at Victoria
Hall and the Capitol Theatre. Info: 905-372-2210,
www.vintagefilmfestival.ca. Sept. 18 Quinte Branch Ontario Genealogical Society presents Angela Johnson UE, Genealogist, Bay of Quinte Branch UELAC, at 1 pm, at Quinte West City Hall Library, 7 Creswell Drive, Trenton, discussing How to research your Loyalist Ancestors. Everyone welcome, free admission, refreshments. Sept. 18 and 19 The Picton Model Railroaders’ Model Train and Hobby Show, at Prince Edward Curling Club, Picton Fairgrounds. Info: Jack 613-476-3721. Sept. 26 Taste the Heritage, presented by Macaulay Heritage Park, the Culinary Historians of Ontario and From the Farm Cooking School, at Macaulay House, 35 Church Street, Picton. Info: 613-476-2148.
New website, www.openbookontario.com, has been launched, focusing on Ontario’s literary scene. The site is full of fresh content, including news items, interviews and profiles, event listings, event photos and videos. Help showcase and promote our area’s literary scene on Open Book Ontario. Sept. 11 Manly E. MacDonald - Interpreter of Old Ontario, book launch, 2 to 4 pm. Info: Susan Holland at 613-968-6731. Oct. 13 Jean Baird and her husband, award-winning author George Bowering, are holding an event at the Belleville Library to raise funds for the Al Purdy A-Frame Trust. An evening of poetry – with food, fun and friendship – in celebration of the many friendships forged at the A-Frame. Admission will be free, but you will have the chance to contribute by buying a raffle ticket. Up for grabs will be a copy of Alan Stein’s limited edition hand-printed broadside, wood engraving as well as several autographed Al Purdy books (valued at $200). Poets and musicians are welcome to participate. Info: wrayson-kerr@bellevillelibrary.com. For more information about The Al Purdy A-Frame Trust, or to purchase any of the above-mentioned items, visit www.harbourpublishing.com/PurdyAFrame. Register The Belleville Art Association is holding a two-day workshop at the John M. Parrott Art Gallery, Belleville Library, Sept. 24 and 25 with renowned watercolour artist/teacher, Linda Kemp. Fee: $150. Info: 613-968-8632. Register at BAA Gallery, 392 Front St., Belleville. A tape of Linda Kemp and her work is available at the library. Register now for dance classes - ballet, jazz, tap, ballroom, hip hop and flamenco - at the Quinte Ballet School of Canada’s Umbrella Dance Program. Call 613-962-9274 or email udp@quinteballetschool.com. Oct. 1 and 2 The 2nd annual Northumberland Conference on the Arts will be held Oct. 2 (with a gala evening Oct. 1) at Fleming College, 1005 Elgin St. W., Cobourg. The conference will provide local and regional artists (visual and performing) with practical skills to help build thriving, creative businesses. Early Bird discount for registration is Sept. 11. Info: www.octoberisartsmonth.ca, 905-372-8315 ext. 244. Music lessons Linda Minty is offering music lessons (violin, viola, cello and piano) in Belleville. Info: MusiQuinte Teaching Studio, 613-967-3942. Sept. 8 and 15 Understanding your digital camera - a camera course with instructor Peggy deWitt, two evenings, 6 to 8 pm, at Paper Images Gallery, Picton. Cost $55. Book your class now: 613-476-1099 or paperimages@bellnet.ca. Course details www.peggydewitt.com.Sept. and Oct. Achieving Light and Colour with Acrylics – Local artist Mandy Bing specializes in contemporary, expressive animal portraits, in vibrant, energetic colours. She will be teaching two workshops of six weeks duration each, beginning in September. Tues. mornings, 9:30 to noon, beginning Sept. 28, and Thurs. mornings 9:30 to noon, beginning Sept. 30. At the Belleville Art Association Gallery, 392 Front Street, Belleville. Cost: $150 for six weeks, plus cost of a 14” x 14” canvas. Contact Mandy, mandybing@sympatico.ca, 613-394-6955. Nov. 5 to 8 The CAPACOA Conference is a four-day gathering of members and stakeholders from the national and international touring performing arts sector, with an emphasis on professional development, networking, and advocacy. The Westin Ottawa. Info: www.capacoa.ca. Oct. 1 to 4 Autumn Colours at Bridgewater, Oct. 1 to 4, with Donna Bonin. Experience and paint the vibrant fall scenery around Bridgewater Retreat. Spaces are limited, so early registration with Donna Bonin, 613-395-5959, and Bridgewater, 1-888-478-6166, is recommended. Workshop details: www.bridgewaterretreat.ca, www.donnabonin.ca. Second Tuesday of the month Open Studio Tuesdays take place on the second Tuesday of each month, from 10 am to noon, at the John M. Parrott Art Gallery in Belleville Library. This is an open studio rather than a structured workshop. Bring your own supplies and a keen interest in creating. Info: 613-968-6731 ext. 2240 or gallery@bellevillelibrary.com. Winter painting getaway in Puerto Aventuras, Mayan Riviera. One week, March 2 to 9, $1,966.66 or two weeks, March 2 to16, $2996.66. Explore and paint the colourful Spanish colonial town of Puerto Aventuras, Tulum, Xel Ha, Chichen Itza. Enjoy the amenities of a first class all inclusive resort, including tennis, sailing, snorkeling, etc. Painting instruction 4 ½ to 5 days per week. Contact Donna Bonin, 613-395-5959 or donnabonin@sympatico.ca for information and registration. Watercolour courses, for beginner to experienced painters, with Donna Bonin commence the week of Sept 20. Days, times, and content vary. Info: Donna Bonin at 613-395-5959, www.donnabonin.ca. Sept. 22 to Nov. 3 Photo Course with instructor Peggy deWitt at Paper Images Gallery, Picton. Six-week course, cost $130, includes HST. Book your class now: 613-476-1099 or paperimages@bellnet.ca. Course details www.peggydewitt.com.Sept. 25 and Oct. 2 Oil and Acrylic Painting classes Sept. 25 and Oct. 2, from 11 am to 5 pm at Gallery ArtPlus (54 North Front Street, Belleville) with Bruce St. Clair. Cost for the two-day workshop is $80 and is open to all skill levels. Info on these classes or on current or up-coming exhibitions: 613-961- 1977 x 231, info@galleyartplus.com. Sept. 25 and 26 Small Pond Arts hosts free lantern-making workshops as part of Culture Days, from 10 am to 5 pm. Make your own paper lantern, all supplies provided. 337 Clarke Rd, Picton. Info 613-471-1322, www.smallpondarts.ca, www.culturedays.ca. Sept. and Oct. Encaustic Painting Workshops with Andrew Csafordi - exploring and creating with beeswax, mixed media, found objects and their imagination. The two-day workshops will begin on Saturday morning at 10 am in Andrew’s studio at his Moontide Farm, located at 54 Wilson Road just outside of Bloomfield. The workshop will then move to Angeline’s Studio in the village of Bloomfield just a 5-minute drive away. Sept. 25 & 26, Oct.16 & 17, Nov.13 & 14. Workshop Fee is $275 plus applicable taxes. Workshop materials supplied. Other materials will also be available. Spaces are limited. To register or for info call 613- 393-1572, or visit Andrew@andrewcsafordi.com.
Oil Painting classes
with Jesus Estevez in Belleville. Info: $180 for 12 lessons. Info:
613-210-2979,
www.thomasestevezdesign.com. Sept. 4 and 5 Rozema Farms Multi Vendor Country Market takes place at 1189 County Road 64, Carrying Place, from 10 am to 6 pm. Handmade, homemade and specialty crafts, petting farm, bouncy house and BBQ. Canada Arts Connect is where Canadian artists, writers, musicians, photographers, actors, dancers, designers, (and all other arts professionals) can connect with jobs, opportunities, resources, and each other. Info: http://canadaartsconnect.com. Sept. 10 to Oct. 31 County businesses and homeowners are invited to participate in the 4th Annual Scarecrow Festival, by creating a scarecrow, and placing it out in front of their home or business. Info: 613-476-9696. Sept. 12 Small Pond Arts hosts the Festival of the Stick, from 1 to 6 pm. Art, performances, games, food. Price of admission: one stick! Artists and community members of all ages are invited to get involved, Location, 337 Clarke Rd, Picton. Info 613-471-1322, www.smallpondarts.ca. Sept. 17 The Canadian Federation of University Women (CFUW) Belleville & District hosts their first meeting of the 2010-11 year at 6:45 pm, at St. Thomas Anglican Church, corner of Bridge and Church streets, Belleville. Membership is open to women who hold a university degree, college diploma or equivalent professional designation. Info: 613-962-5212, www.cfuwbelleville.com. Sept. 23 to 25 Nearly New Sale and Vinyl Records Sale at the Frontenac Mall in Kingston, a fundraising project of the Volunteer Committee of the Kingston Symphony Association. Info: www.kingstonsymphony.on.ca, 613-546-9729. Sept. 28 to Oct. 2 Kingston Symphony Book Fair at the Frontenac Mall. |
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