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TWO MONTH CALENDAR

May/June 2008
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PERFORMING ARTS

May 1-3  Brighton Barn Theatre, 96 Young St., Brighton, presents Murder is a Game, a sophisticated laugh-filled murder mystery on May 1, 2 and 3.  Info and tickets: 613-475-2144, www.brightonbarntheatre.ca.

May 1  Quinte Opera Guild tickets for the 08/09 Canadian Opera Company season must be ordered between May 1 and May 14. To order, call Kareen at the COC at 416 306 2356 and tell her that you are a member of the Quinte Opera Guild. As soon as tickets are confirmed, call Eleanor Jourard at 613-968-9404 to order seats for the opera bus.

May 1 to 3 and 8 to 10  East Northumberland Secondary School presents Disney’s Beauty and the Beast May 1 to 3, and 8 to 10. Tickets: The Shoe Store (Brighton), Rock, Paper, Scissors (Brighton), Bruinix Jewelers (Trenton), and Guardian Drugs (Colborne).

May 2, 3, 4  Anything Goes, presented by the County Theatre Group, will be on stage at the Regent Theatre on Apr. 24, 25, 26 and May 2, 3 and 4 at 7:30 p.m. with a Sunday matinee at 2 p.m.  Tickets: Regent Theatre Box Office, 226 Main St., Picton, 613-476-8416 ext. 28, 877-411-4761.

May 2  Matt Ray and Tania Verbeke will be performing jazz and blues at the Organic Underground on Friday, May 2, 7:30-9:30, performing music made popular by Diana Krall, Ray Charles, Billie Holiday, Ella Fitzgerald, Nancy Wilson, Julie London, Norah Jones to name a few.  No admission fee.

May 2  Rhythm and Ragtime - Music That Makes You Smile at The Stirling Festival Theatre, May 2 at 8 p.m. Fred Jacobowitz and Andrew Gilpin bring you memorable melodies such as Heart and Soul, Summertime and Maple Leaf Rag, plus classics from the Benny Goodman songbook. Info: 1-877-312-1162 or www.stirlingfestivaltheatre.com.

May 3  Festival Players of Prince Edward County will hold a Blue Moose Fundraiser on May 3 from 8 p.m. to 1 a.m. at the Picton Golf & Country Club, 734 Cty. Rd. #49. Blue Moose plays all of your favourites from the 1960’s, 70’s. Info and tickets: 613-471-0038, judyfraser@sympatico.ca.

May 3 and 4  The Quinte Ballet School of Canada presents A Spring Dance Showcase May 3 at 7 p.m. and May 4 at 2 p.m. at Centennial Secondary School, Belleville. Tickets: at the ballet school, or Karen Raycroft at 613-962-9274, ext. 21.

May 3  The Trentones will perform May 3 at 8 p.m. at the Empire Theatre, with Charlie Farquharson (Don Harron), Jennifer Toulmin (lead in Anne of Green Gables), the comedy of Polaris, and other special guests. Tickets: Quinte Arts Council, from the Trentones members, and the door.

May 3  The Maynooth Celtic Festival will be held May 3. Info: http://celticfestival.maynooth.on.ca/ or 613-338-2862.

May 4  Quinte Opera Guild’s bus trip for the COC presentation of the Barber of Seville will depart May 4 from the Public School Board parking lot at 9 a.m. Info: Jeanette at 613 771 2564 or Dorothy at 613 395 2398.

May 9  Centennial Secondary School students will perform A Night of Notes at the school auditorium on May 9 at 7 p.m. The show will include songs from some of the most popular musicals, past and present.  Info and tickets: $10 at the Quinte Arts Council and other locations including the school at 160 Palmer Rd., Belleville.

May 10  Matt Ray and Tania Verbeke will perform jazz and blues at the Johnstown Church as part of the Day Before Mother's Day Dinner on Saturday, May 10. Hear music made popular by Diana Krall, Ray Charles, Billie Holiday, Ella Fitzgerald, Nancy Wilson, Julie London, Norah Jones to name a few. Info: 613-392-9212.

May 10  The Quinte Symphony’s final MasterWorks concert, Beethoven & Bowman, takes place at Bridge Street Church, Belleville, 7:30 p.m. Violin virtuoso Ben Bowman performs Beethoven’s Violin Concerto in D major. Also on this all-Beethoven programme are the König Stephan Overture and Symphony no. 7. Info and tickets: call 613-395-0444; visit Symphony Boutique, 217 Front St. Belleville; Bruinix Jewellers, 73-B Dundas St. W., Trenton; or at the door, www.quintesymphony.com.

May 10  Evans and Evans Magic and Andy Forgie present the Once A Month Birthday Party on May 10 from 1:45 to 3:15 p.m. at the Knights of Columbus Hall in Trenton. The theme is Pirates of the Caribbean. Info: info@evansandevans.ca, 613-475-6526 or aforgie@cogeco.ca, 613-966-6715.

May 10  Command Performance Choir’s Spring Concert, It’s A Grand Night For Singing, will be held at the Regent Theatre, 226 Main St., Picton, May 10 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets: $12 at the Regent, 613-476-8417.

May 11  The Quinte Opera Guild bus trip for the COC presentation of Pelleas et Melisande will depart May 11 from the Public School Board parking lot at 9 a.m. Info: Jeanette at 613 771 2564 or Dorothy at 613 395 2398.

May 15  The Quinte Arts Council and the John M. Parrott Art Gallery present Third Thursday Arts and Culture Jam on May 15, 7 to 8:30 p.m. in the gallery on the third floor of the Belleville Library.  See excerpts from the musical Gypsy and other theatre offerings.  Info: 613-962-1232 or 613-968-6731.

May 16  The Dan Bone Quartet will perform jazz/fusion/acid, May 16 at 9 p.m. at the Penguin Banquet Hall (back door, upstairs) at 399 Front St. in Belleville.

May 21  Walter Ostanek Polka Party will be on stage at The Stirling Festival Theatre 2 and 8 p.m. on May 21. For almost 50 years, Canada's Polka King has appeared around the world, entertaining audiences with his special brand of humour and music. Info: 1-877-312-1162 or www.stirlingfestivaltheatre.com.

May 22 to 24  Quinte Secondary School presents Cabaret at the Empire Theatre in Belleville May 22 to 24.  Tickets: 613-969-0099, www.theempiretheatre.com.

May 23  What's a play reading? No special sets or costumes, just a brilliant play read by brilliant actors in the cozy comfort of the Upper Hall at Stirling Theatre, with discussion to follow. May 23 at 8 p.m., Helene Hanff and Frank Doel become lifelong friends who never meet in this unique comedy-drama based on actual letters written over three decades. Tickets $15. (Only 80 tickets available). Info: 613-395-2100 or 1-877-312-1162 or www.stirlingfestivaltheatre.com

May 24  The Ireland Academy of Dance and Performing Arts Recitals will be held May 24 at Centennial Sec. School in Belleville.  Tickets: at the academy or the door. The Junior Show, The Emerald City, starts at 3 p.m. and the Senior Show, Back to the Future starts at 6 p.m. Info: 613-969-1179.

May 25  Belleville General Hospital Auxiliary presents Flashbacks on May 25 at 2 p.m. at the Empire Theatre.  In celebration of the Auxiliary’s 70th anniversary, Flashbacks is a theatrical production that takes a retro look at fashion and music throughout eight decades.  Music by The Groove Trio, featuring Duncan Cooper, Dan Bone and Steve Conley.  Proceeds will establish a staff Education Endowment at the Hospital.  Info and tickets:  613-969-0099 or www.theempiretheatre.com.

May 30 and 31  Light Magicals of Brighton, May 30, 31. Under black light, special people present There’s no business like ... Fri 7:30 p.m.; Sat 2 p.m. At Brighton Barn Theatre, 96 Young St, Brighton. Info: 613-475-5644.

May 30  A Taste Of Nova Scotia at The Stirling Festival Theatre, May 30, 2 and 8 p.m. Audience favourites Tom Leadbeater and Marie Gogo return to Stirling with world-class musicians, fiddlers and dancers in a musical tribute to Nova Scotia including songs from Anne Murray, Rita McNeil and the Rankins, fiddle music of Natalie McMaster, Don Messer and the Barra McNeils. Info: 1-877-312-1162 or www.stirlingfestivaltheatre.com.

June 4 to 21  The Belleville Theatre Guild presents Gypsy June 4 to 21 at Pinnacle Playhouse in Belleville. Info: www.bellevilletheatreguild.ca, 613-967-1442.

June 5, 6, 7, 12, 13, 14  Because Productions and Slow Poke Productions have joined together to present six nights of theatre in Quinte West at the Trenton Town Hall - 1861, 55 King Street. Performance dates are June 5 to 7 and 12 to 14. Burying the Hangman, a historical drama written and performed by Richard Turtle, finished to rave revues at the Johnstown Church. The second play is Catherine Carter's Stumbling Around In The Dark, performed by Esther Parry. This one woman tour de force received kudos at the Eastern Ontario Drama League One-Act Play Festival in Kingston last November. Tickets: $15. Curtain is 8 pm.

June 6, 7  Light Magicals of Brighton, June 6, 7. Under black light, special people present.  There’s no business like ... 7:30 p.m. At Brighton Barn Theatre Info: 613-475-5644.

June 7  Evans and Evans Magic and Andy Forgie present the Once A Month Birthday Party on June 7 from 1:45 to 3:15 p.m. at the Knights of Columbus Hall in Trenton.  The theme is Jungle Adventure.  For details and booking information: info@evansandevans.ca, 613-475-6526 or aforgie@cogeco.ca, 613-966-6715.

June 7  Wingfield on Ice by Dan Needles, starring Rod Beattie and directed by Douglas Beattie, will be on stage at the Regent Theatre on June 7 at 8 p.m.  Tickets: Regent Theatre Box Office, 226 Main St., Picton, 613-476-8416 ext. 28, 877-411-4761.

June 8  Les Productions Mija present Les chansons de chez nous on June 8 at 12:30 p.m. at the Waring House Restaurant & Inn, Picton.  The concert luncheon will feature French Canadian cuisine and music featuring Jeannette Arsenault, Micheline Lortie, Monique Michaud, Tom Leighton and Zeke Mazurek.  Info and tickets:  613-476-7492.

June 8  Westben Arts Festival Theatre presents Band Bonanza - the Hillcrest Public School Intermediate Band meets Star Fire Community Peterborough's Band for an afternoon to beat the band! - at The Barn in Campbellford on June 8.  Info and tickets: 1-877-883-5777 or www.westben.on.ca.

June 13 and 14  The Canadian Tenors at Stirling Festival Theatre on June 13 and 14 featuring Fraser Walters, Victor Micallef, Remigio Pereira and Jamie McKnight performing classical arias, theatre showstoppers and contemporary pieces. Tickets and info: 613-395-2100, 1-877-312-1162 or www.stirlingfestivaltheatre.com.

June 14  Westben Arts Festival Theatre presents Canada on Stage on June 14 at 7:30 p.m.  Musicians from across the community celebrate great Canadian music from the First Nations Drum Circle to Gordon Lightfoot and Leonard Cohen.  A community in support of Spread The Net (www.spreadthenet.org).  Info and tickets: 1-877-883-5777 or www.westben.on.ca.

June 15  The Quinte Opera Guild will hold their annual Strawberry Social at the Belleville Recreation Centre 116 Pinnacle St at 2 p.m. on June 15. Come and bring a friend. Info: Jeanette at 613-771-2564 or Dorothy at 613-395-2398.

June 15  Westben Arts Festival Theatre presents Everything’s Comin’ Up Roses! June 15 at 3 p.m. The Westben Youth & Teen Chorus is joined by the High School Choirs of Peterborough's PCVS.  Conductor’s Donna Bennett & Christine Van der Bank in a program celebrating peace - at The Barn in Campbellford. Info and tickets: 1-877-883-5777 or www.westben.on.ca

June 21  Belleville’s Big Music Fest at East Zwick’s Park on June 21 will feature the Tragically Hip, Sam Roberts Band, Sarah Harmer and Attack in Black.  Tickets: Kelsey’s Restaurant and Ticketmaster.

June 21  Westben Arts Festival Theatre presents Singers, Songwriters Circle Ken Tizzard, Angus Finnan, Tom Wilson June 21 at 7:30 p.m. Four area singer/songwriters gather to share their experiences of the creative process: what inspires them and how they write- at The Barn in Campbellford. Info and tickets: 1-877-883-5777 or www.westben.on.ca.

June 22  Westben Arts Festival Theatre presents The New Generation Master Class Alumni Past participants of Westben Master Classes return to The Barn in concert: Irene Wong, piano and Alison Temple, voice- at The Barn in Campbellford June 22 at 3 p.m. Info and tickets: 1-877-883-5777 or www.westben.on.ca.

June 27, 28, 29  The Fabulous Fifties (musical). The old crowd (along with their offspring) descend on the malt shop of their teenage years before its owner retires, June 27 to 29, 8 p.m. at Brighton Barn Theatre, 96 Young St, Brighton.  Tickets: 613-475-2144 www.brightonbarntheatre.ca.

June 29  Westben Concerts at The Barn presents Sunday Morning:  Magnificat Magnified on June 29 at 11 a.m. From the piano, conductor Dwight Bennett shares his love and passion for Bach’s glorious Magnificat with the vocal assistance of five soloists from the UBC Opera Ensemble- at The Barn in Campbellford. Info and tickets: 1-877-883-5777 or www.westben.on.ca.

VISUAL ARTS

Until May 14  The Belleville Art Association show, Spring Renewal, at 392 Front St., Belleville, runs Apr. 14 to May 14, Tues. to Sat., 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Until May 30  OENO Gallery launches its new season with work by one of Quebec’s famous automatistes, Louis Jaque, and playful contemporary responses to his work by ceramic artist Jim Thomson and Toronto artist Franco DeFrancesca. The exhibition explores light within unexpected forms. A reception with the artists will be held on Sunday, April 27 from 2 to 4 p.m. In the alcove exhibition, new ceramic works by Paula Murray, paintings by Jane Kewin, Lucy Maki, and others. Outdoors, new crystal trees by Mark Clark. Open Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Monday 11 to 5 p.m. or by appointment. Oeno Gallery, 316 Old Orchard Road, Carrying Place, Prince Edward County. 6133942216. www.oenogallery.com.

Apr. 30 to June 1  The Art Gallery of Bancroft, 10 Flint Avenue, presents Northern Reflections, works in oil, watercolour and wood by Donna Gilmour and John Olesen from Apr. 30 to June 1 with an opening reception on May 2 at 7:30 p.m.  The gallery hours are noon to 5 p.m., Wednesday to Sunday.  Info: 613-332-1542.

May 1 to 31  Works by Robert Worling are hanging at Bren’s Bakeshop, 394 Front St., Belleville, until the end of May.

Apr. 30 to June 1  The Art Gallery of Bancroft, 10 Flint Avenue, presents Northern Reflections, works in oil, watercolour and wood by Donna Gilmour and John Olesen from Apr. 30 to June 1 with an opening reception on May 2 at 7:30 p.m.  The gallery hours are noon to 5 p.m., Wednesday to Sunday.  Info: 613-332-1542.

May 1, 2 and 3  Trenton Art Club’s Art Show and Sale will be held May 1 and 2 (9:30 to 6) and May 3 (9:30 to 3:30) at Quinte West City Hall.  Info: Amy Warrick, 613-392-7743.

May 1 to 29  Expressions 2008, the Quinte Arts Council’s annual juried show and sale, will be held in the John M. Parrott Art Gallery in the Belleville Public Library, May 1 to 29. An Opening Reception will be held May 1, 6 to 7:30 p.m. Info: 613-962-1232, www.quinteartscouncil.org.

May 2  The Silver Anniversary of the Canadian Society of Marine Artists will be celebrated by a Gala Opening and Vernissage, on May 2 at The Victory, 205 Main St., Picton, 6 to 9 p.m. This special evening will feature new works by the CSMA artists with an opportunity for the guests to meet the artists including the founding President. $100 per person; catalogue, champagne, etc. Dress - black tie. RSVP: 613 476 1177 or info@ultramarine.ca.

Until June 22  The Silver Anniversary Exhibition of the Canadian Society of Marine Artist will run until June 22. 53 new paintings by 15 acclaimed marine artists from across Canada, including Quinte residents Mark Boden and Tony Lassing will be on exhibit. Colour catalogue available. Open daily 10 am to 5 pm at "The Victory", 205 Main Street, Picton. Info: 613 476 1177 or www.ultramarine.ca.

May 2  Gallery ArtPlus, 54 North Front St., Belleville, is exhibiting Awakening, a show featuring the talented works of Edward Carson, David Alexander, Sally Chupick and Robert Huffman.  An opening reception will be held May 2, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.  Info: 613-961-1977, www.galleryartplus.com.

May 3 and 4  The Quinte Quilters Guild is hosting A Bouquet of Quilts, at the Quinte Curling Club, 246 Bridge St. W. in Belleville on May 3 (10 to 6) and 4 (10 to 4). Features will include large and small bedquilts, textile artworks, elegant and casual wearables, and unusual home decor items. There will also be a number of challenge items, a Flowergram Quiz, and other special displays. The featured quilter will be guild member Judy Garden, an international award-winning quilter.  Admission $5 (husbands get in free). Info: www.quintequiltersguild.ca

May 6 to June 7  Gallery One-Twenty-One presents its spring show Graphic Vision in a reception on May 11 from 2 to 4 p.m.  The works of featured artist Dayna Law and guest artists Janine Kinch and Mark Armstrong will be displayed from May 6 to June 7.

May 8 to June 27  The Quinte Arts Council’s Art in the Community Gallery is showing work at the QAC office, 36 Bridge St. E., at Earl and Angelo’s, Paulo’s Trattoria, Dinkel’s Restaurant and Courtyard, Sweet Basil, L’Auberge de France, Mayor Ellis’ office, the Belleville Family Medical Centre, Quintessential Credit Union (all in Belleville) and, in Trenton, at MPP Lou Rinaldi’s office.  Artists featured from May 8 to June 27 ate Berta Dall, the artists of the Tweed and Area Studio Tour, Lynda Pauk, Connie Urjola, Kathy Hauskamp, Terri Horricks, Vanessa Humble, Gerrilynne Hoskin-Cleaver, Barbara Wansbrough, Dorothy Brown, Kathryn Fellows, Marjorie Finlay, the artists of the Belleville Art Association, Cynthia Soloman, and Janet Murray.  An opening reception will be held May 8 from 4 to 6 p.m.  Info: 613-962-1232, www.quinteartscouncil.org.

May 10  The annual spring Loyalist College Pottery Show and Sale has moved to the new Loyalist College Pottery and Art Studio at the Core Centre, 223 Pinnacle St, (lower level) Belleville (former Corby Library) on May 10 from 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m..  Students and instructors will demonstrate hand-building and throwing on the wheel. One-of-a-kind pieces of functional and decorative pottery will be displayed and for sale.  Info: scampbel@loyalistc.on.ca or call 613-969-1913, ext 2467.

May 12  The Belleville Art Association will have an art Changeover of the Gallery Show Monday, May 12, 10 to 12. The theme for this show is Artist's Choice.

May 17 to June 13  Community Technology students present In Focus on May 17 from 5 to 7 p.m.  In Focus will showcase the portfolio photography and graphic design work of senior technology students at Centennial Secondary School.  The show will run until June 13 at the Bohemian Penguin Gallery (entrance around back).  Admission is free and everyone is welcome.

May 17 to 19  Terroir Wine Celebration at the Crystal Palace will be held May 17 to 19 and will feature music and work by local artists.

May 24, 25, 31, June 1  Oak Hills Studio Tour May 24 and 25 and May 31 and June 1, 10 to 5 daily. Visit studios of 10 area artists located mere minutes apart between Hwy. 62 and 33, south of Stirling. Info: 613-395-5959.

May 25   The Friends of the Library present The Second Annual Lilac Tea Art Show on May 25 from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Tyendinaga Twp. Public Library.  Featuring Artists from the Quinte region.  Info:  613-967-0606.

May 26  The Belleville Art Association’s General Meeting will be at noon, May 26.

May 31  An Art Auction in support of the Relay for Life to raise funds for the Cancer Society will take place in the ballroom at the Ramada Inn Belleville on May 31 from 6 to 9 p.m. Work by more than 20 local artists has been donated.  There will also be music, cash bar and crudités. Info: During Business hours – 613-962-6658 After Business hours – 613-966-3470 Email: dgermain@electrolab.ca, knorris@electrolab.ca, Denise at 613-962-9577.

May 31  On May 31, the Bath Artisans will be participating in the Doors Open Loyalist Parkway Celebrations from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at St. John’s Hall, Church Street in Bath. The show and sale will continue on June 1 at the same time and location.  This group of artists works in oils, watercolours, acrylic, glass, beach glass, stained glass, stone, home décor, wearable art, handmade baskets, jewelry, crafts & more. Free draw for original watercolour painting.  Info: Noemi Chuaqui 613-352-3435.

June 1 to 14  Tampered With Art Show & Sale. 30 Artists taking one of 2 of Peggy deWitt's photographs and interpret in their own mediums: June 1 to 14. Meet the Artists: June 1, 11 to 5. Everyone welcome. The show is supporting Bridging the Gap, an after school art program for underprivileged children in the Quinte area. Info: 613-476-1099 www.peggydewitt.com

June 4 to July 27  The Art Gallery of Bancroft, 10 Flint Ave., invites you to its annual juried exhibition, Invitation 2008, June 4 to 27. The opening reception and awards presentation will be held June 6 commencing at 7:30 p.m. The juror is Robert Perkins and there are Awards in Seven Categories: Oil/Acrylic, Watercolour, Pastel, Drawing, 2-Dimensional Mixed Media and Original Print, 3-Dimensional Non-Traditional and Stained Glass plus the David B. Milne Award for Best in Show. The gallery hours are noon to 5 p.m., Wednesday to Sunday. Info: 613-332-1542.

June 6, 7 and 8  You are invited to visit the studio/galleries of Carla Miedema and Ursula Ossenberg, and see their new paintings, pen & ink drawings, and other art works on June 6, 7 and 8 from 10 to 5.  This is a great opportunity for visitors to see the artists’ studios and artists at work.  Enjoy the beautiful countryside on your drive to their studios at 1049 and 1074 Little Pond Rd., Cloyne (in Cloyne from Hwy. 41, take the road across from the school).  Admission is free.  Info: Carla 613-336-8860, Ursula 613-336-0063.

June 7 and 8  Sharon Bower’s 5th Annual Art Show and Sale will be held June 7 and 8, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. in her studio at 547 Whites Road, Trenton. Info: www.sharonbowerwatercolours.ca, 613-394-2020.

June 9  BAA June 9 Changeover of the Gallery Show will be from 10 to noon.  Theme for this show is On Location (Local Scenes).

June 10 to July 12  Gallery One-Twenty-One presents its summer show in a reception on June 15 from 2 to 4 p.m.  The work of featured artist Barbara Whelan and guest artist Maggie Murdoch will be displayed from June 10 to July 12.  Info:  613-962-4609.

June 20 - July 6  Prince Edward County Arts Council presents Art In The County, annual art show and sale features more than 70 of Eastern Ontario's most talented artists, June 20 to July 6 at the Old Town Hall in Picton, 10 to 5 daily. This juried art show is celebrating its 15 year with a broad range of work including watercolour, acrylic, oil, glass, fibre, ceramics, photography, sculpture, jewellery and much more. Admission is free. Info: 613-476-4811, www.artinthecounty.com.

June 28  The BAA’s June 28 meeting from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. will be a Paint out Downtown.

July 1  The Bath Artisans will be participating in the Canada Day celebrations from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at St. John’s Hall, Church Street in Bath. This group of artists works in oils, watercolours, acrylic, glass, beach glass, stained glass, stone, home décor, wearable art, handmade baskets, jewelry, crafts & more. Free draw for original watercolour painting.  Info: Donna Robinson at 613-352-1188.

July 12, 13  The Prince Edward County Quilters’ Guild will hold their show A Stitch in Time July 12 and 13 at the Prince Edward Community Centre in Picton.

CALLS FOR ENTRY AND AUDITIONS

FILM

May 14  The Quinte Film Alternative presents Starting Out in the Evening on May 14 at 2 and 7:30 p.m. at the Empire Theatre, Belleville.  A gentle, unhurried drama that is as much a meditation on the craft of writing as it is a May/December romance.  The film is part of the QFA’s bi-weekly Great Movie Wednesdays.  Info and tickets:  613-969-0099 or www.quintefilmalternative.ca.

May 30  Quinte Film Alternative presents The Stone Angel on May 30 at 2 and 7:30 p.m. at the Empire Theatre.  The emotions are electric and the pace is relentless.  High school English was never like this.  The film is part of the QFA’s bi-weekly Great Movie Wednesdays.  Info and tickets:  613-969-0099 or www.quintefilmalternative.ca.

June 11  Quinte Film Alternative presents its Year-End Film and Party on June 11 at 7:30 p.m. at the Empire Theatre.  Breakfast with Scot explores what it truly means to be a family and how it feels to be a boy who doesn’t quite fit in.  Film also shows at 2 p.m.  Info and tickets:  613-969-0099 or www.quintefilmalternative.ca.

HERITAGE

May 1 to Oct. 15  Stockdale Grist Mill Museum and property is free and open to the public from 1 to 4 p.m. Thurs. to Sun., May 1 to Oct 15.  Café opens May 21.  Open invitation for artists to come paint the spring flowers, wild life and antique farm equipment on the property.  1914 Stockdale Road, Frankford, On.   613-398-6356

June 21  The Hastings County Historical Society Rum Runners Haunts, a bus tour of Prince Edward County, will be held June 21, conducted by W.C. (Bill) Hunt.  Luxury bus and lunch.  Tickets: $60.  Call Cathy or Bruce Bedell at 613-968-4130.

LITERARY

May 8  The Quinte Writers Guild has an open microphone for writers, poets, playwrights, prose persons on May 8 at 7:30 p.m. The members are a good audience for all. Meetings are at the Wharf Street Debating Club, South Front and St Paul St., Belleville.

May 11  Hidden Book Press presents five new books by R. D. Roy, Patricia Stone, Wayne Shlepp, Benjamin Sheedy and Janet Richards at the Organic Underground, 255 Front St., Belleville, on May 11 from 1:30 to 4 p.m. Admission of $10 buys a book.

WORKSHOPS

Begins May 1  Artistic Adventures' Studio Spring Art Classes and Workshops begin May 1 at Stockdale Mills, 1914 Stockdale Road, 3K west of Frankford in Stockdale On.  Call 613.398.6356 or email artisticlatitude@yahoo.com for schedule.   Beginners Hand Painting On Silk, Drawing, Oil Painting, Watercolours & Acrylic.

May 1  Loyalist Summer Arts classes are now registering. Study with some of Ontario's most respected instructors - Basket Weaving and Chair Caning with Gina Peers; Woodcarving with Glenn McMurdo; Photography with Wayne McNulty; Watercolour with Marc Gagnon, Hi-Sook Barker, Bonnie Steinberg, Marg Grothier, Donnah Cameron II; Rug Hooking with Vera Smith, Janice Daniels and Freda McDonnell; Drawing with Glenn Bernabe and Cleah Bunting; Indigo Dyeing with Ellen Good; Papermaking with Wendy Cain.  Classes at Loyalist, on Amherst Island and at Bridgewater Retreat. Info: visit www.loyalistfocus.com, scampbel@loyalistc.on.ca or call 613-969-1913, ext 2467.

May 9 and 10  The University of Waterloo Centre for Cultural Management and Carnegie Mellon University Centre for Arts Management and Technology will hold a Technology in the Arts: Canada conference, to discuss how Canada’s arts and heritage professionals are using technology for administration and programming, on May 9 and 10 in Waterloo. Info: www.technologyinthearts.ca.

May 10  The Belleville Art Association, in conjunction with the John M. Parrott Art Gallery, is having a workshop on animal painting (instructor, Saga Sabin) at the Belleville Public Library 3rd floor on May 10 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Info: Saga Sabin at 613-477-3443 or scsabin@yahoo.com.

June 5, 12 and 19  Stockdale Mills Artistic Adventures is holding a workshop, Introduction to Hand Painting On Silk, on June 5, 12 and 19 from 12:30 to 3:30 p.m. or evenings 6:30 to 9:30.  Cost: $120.  Create 3 pieces of wearable art.  All Day Workshop 9a.m. to 4 p.m. on May 17 or June 14.  Info:  Janet Battaglio, Stockdale Mills Artistic Adventures, 1914 Stockdale Road, Stockdale (2k east of Frankford).  To register: 613-398-6356, janetbattaglio_stockdalemills@yahoo.com.

Register now  The Ireland Academy of Dance and Performing Arts, 444 Dundas St. W., Unit 5, Belleville, is taking registrations for the Sizzlin’ Summer Dance Camp – modern, tap, ballet, hip hop and acro.  Campers will also participate in crafts, activities and games.  Info and to register: 613-969-1179, irelandacademy@bellnet.ca, or in person 444 Dundas St W. Belleville.  The camp runs for the months of July and August.

Register now  Watercolours on Location in the Oak Hills Workshop with Donna Bonin Tuesdays July 16, 23 and 30, includes techniques for plein air sketching and painting and development of finished painting. Call 613-395-5959.

Register now  Autumn in Algonquin Sept. 18 to 22 with Donna Bonin.  Capture rich autumn colours and the serenity and rugged beauty that is Algonquin.  Lodging at Billie Bear Resort.  Book soon as space is limited.  613-395-5959.

ODDS AND ENDS

May  Le Franco-Phare, Quinte's only French organisation, has several activities planned for the month of May. On May 2 at 7:30 p.m. they will present the French movie, Les cerfs volants de Kaboul, at the Siskin Center Bistro, 50 Rivers Drive East, Trenton.  For other events, visit www.franco-phare.ca or call 613-848-5080.

Apr. 14  Le Franco-Phare is searching for volunteers to assist the committee in the organization the St-Jean Baptist celebration (June 24).  They are also looking for people to be part of a fundraising committee and to help organize a Road Rally.  Those interested should call 613-848-5080.  Info:  www.franco-phare.ca.

May 31  Quinte Symphony Annual Fundraising Yard Sale, May 31, 545 Victoria Ave, Belleville, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Shop for bargains and support your local symphony orchestra at the same time. If you have items you wish to donate, please call Adrienne 613-961-7207.

June 28  Everyone is invited to A Village Anniversary Party in the laneway (under the big tent) behind Funk and Gruven, Dinkel’s Restaurant and Paulo’s Trattoria (entrance to laneway on Pinnacle St. near Bridge E.).  Enjoy live music, food and wine to celebrate Dinkel’s Restaurant’s 30th Anniversary, Quinte Adult Day School’s 30th and Funk and Gruven’s 10th on June 28 from 5 to 10 p.m.  Admission is free.  There will be a silent auction in support of the Quinte Adult Day School, and a cash bar.

Summer  Wonderlust workshops present their Summer Workshops.  Girls from grades 3-7 can explore their individual creativity while making memorable friendships.  Registration info:  613-813-5504 or wonderlustworkshops@mail.com.

July 3 to 6  The Madoc Canadian Heritage Music & Arts Festival will be held July 3 to 6 at the Madoc and District Arena and Fair Grounds.  Showcasing Canadian Talent, Arts, and Music, the event will include family entertainment and exhibitor space is available.  Info:  1-888-461-9998 or www.madocfestival.com.