(I will be away from the office until August 11, so this Arts Calendar is for 3 weeks, CB)

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Events

July 22 to 31        Westben Concerts at the Barn, Campbellford, presents: July 22 to 25 and 29, 30 at 2 pm, Broadway at the Barn-Lovin’ Dat Hammerstein, with Virginia Hatfield, Marianne Bindig, Keith Klassen, Alex Dobson and Brian Backson;  July 24 at 7:30 pm, Saturday Night at the Opera-Great Heroines, with Adrianne Pieczonka, Laura Tucker, Brian Finley and Iain Scott;  July 27 at 7 pm, English songs of Vaughan Williams, Britten and others, with Brett Polegato and Robert Kortgaard;  Juy 27 at 7:30 pm:  Sisters of Sheynville, an evening of all female “swing-klezmer”; and July 31 at 2 pm, Sultans of String, 2008 Instrumental Group of the Year at the Canadian Folk Music Awards.  Info: 705-653-5508, 1-877-883-5777 or www.westben.ca.

July 22 to Aug. 26   The East Central Ontario Art Association is holding its 50th annual juried exhibition in Belleville this year, showcasing recent works by its members, in Galleries One and Two of the John M. Parrott Art Gallery in the Belleville Library.  Opening reception July 24, 2 to 4 pm.  Info: 613-968-6731 ext. 2240 or visit www.bellevillelibrary.com.

July 23 to Aug. 13   Music at Port Milford presents a Chamber Music Festival. July 23: Linden String Quartet; July 30: Tokai String Quartet; Aug. 6: Tokai String Quartet, and Aug.13: Port Milford Faculty Ensemble. All concerts are at 8 pm, at the Church of St. Mary Magdalene in Picton. Tickets: Books & Company, Picton; Quinte Arts Council, Belleville and The Novel Idea, Kingston. Single concert: adults $20, students $10. Series: adults $70, students $30. Info: 613-476-7647, www.mpmcamp.org.

July 24 to Aug. 7     Cousins: a two-person art exhibition by Amitesh Verma (New Delhi, India) and Milé Murtanovski (Picton) at Small Pond Arts, 337 Clarke Rd., Picton, ON.  Galleries open Wed.-Sun., 11 am to 6 pm.  Info: 613-471-1322, www.smallpondarts.ca

July 24                  Black Walnut Gardens will present a Latin Music concert with the return engagement of Marcello Puente and Heather Chetwynd at 3 pm. The afternoon of music in the garden will go ahead rain or shine as there is a covered area. Info and directions: cjlecker@aol.com or 613.476.8849.  Black Walnut Gardens, 1695 County Road #17, Milford.

July 24                  You may have seen her in the Live from the Met Broadcasts this past season, but now is your chance to see her Live at Westben.  At 7:30 pm, the Barn will be electric with the sounds of international opera star soprano Adrianne Pieczonka.  She is joined by mezzo soprano Laura Tucker and pianist Brian Finley.  Adrianne has performed leading roles at most of the major opera houses in the world including in New York, Milan, Vienna, Berlin, Munich and of course Toronto!  She has been awarded the Order of Canada and in Vienna given the highest honour of the Opera House, Kaemmersaengerin.  Opera Host Iain Scott will guide you through an evening of opera solos and duets from Mozart to Puccini.  Tickets and info: www.westben.ca, 705 653 5508 or toll free 877 883 5777.

July 24 to Aug. 11   The Belleville Lions Club’s 2010 Concerts on the Bay are held Sundays and Wednesdays, in July from 6:30 to 8:30 pm and August from 6 to 8 pm at Zwick’s Bandshell at Zwick’s Park in Belleville. July 25 The Young Family Band, July 28 The Pete’s, Aug. 1 The Land O’ Lakes Cruisers, Aug. 4 The Reasons, Aug. 8 Bill White and White Pine, Aug. 11 Timeline Band.  For a complete listing of performers and dates, visit www.concertsonthebay.ca or call the QAC at 613-962-1232.

July 24                  Splashdown Music Festival at Small Pond Arts, 337 Clarke Rd, Picton. Catch three great bands in the open air of beautiful Small Pond Arts, an acreage located just outside of Picton.  MJ Cyr: www.myspace.com/mjcyr.  Lara Martin: www.myspace.com/laramartinsongs.  Graydon James and the Young Novelists: www.myspace.com/graydonjames.  Cover: $5.  Bring your own bug spray, blankets and booze, and if you’re planning on driving home, bring a designated driver.  Camping available for out-of-towners, contact Krista for details: krista@smallpondarts.ca.  Music starts at 7 pm.  Come early to climb into their famous silo, take a walk along the artists’ trail that winds though the woods, or just chill with a cold one and meet some new people.  All are welcome!  See website for directions: www.smallpondarts.ca.

July 24                  Lampworks Bead Workshop with Janice Brouwer: This introduction to Lampworking will cover safety, supplies, studio setup, the process and finishing, followed by a demonstration. Each student will be able to torch beads and learn the art of lampworking. Sign up today for the 4 hour class on Saturday, July 24, from noon to 4 pm. Cost is $125 per person. Info: Dianne at 613 961 1977 x 231.

July 25 to Aug. 8     Tweed Lions Club Music in the Park, 2 to 4 pm, Tweed Memorial Park.  July 25 Tweed Charity Jamboree, Aug. 1 Bill White and White Pine, Aug. 8 Decade Routlette.  Shows continue until Sept. 19.

July 25 to Aug. 8     Picton Performances In The Park are presented by The Picton BIA and The Prince Edward County Arts Council, and are held in Benson Park, corner of King and Ross Streets, every Sunday afternoon in July and August.  Info: www.picton-bia.on.ca or 613-476-7901 ext. 212.  July 25 Jamie Steever, Aug. 1 Kids Performing Arts Initiative, Ryan Malcolm, Aug. 8 Heritage Trio, Northern Voices.

July 25                  O’Hara Mill Pioneer Homestead presents Heritage Day 10 am to 4 pm at 638 Mill Rd., off Hwy. 2 north of Madoc.  Tours of the museum house, the woodworking and blacksmith shops, the one room school, the carriage house, pioneer log house and the new Visitor Centre.  Demonstrations of pioneer crafts and displays of working antique engines.  Refreshments and homegown entertainment.  Admission: $3 for adults, $1 for children.

July 26 to 30        The Festival Players presents Tempting Providence, a tale of strength and heroism, at Fields on West Lake in Wellington.  Info: www.festivalplayers.com.  Tickets: 613-471-1991, 1-866-584-1991 or boxoffice@festivalplayers.com.

Starting week of July 26   The main day for the 4th annual Purdy Country LitFest will is July 31 in Marmora.  This year’s Symposium, at the Marmora Library from 12:30 to 2:30 pm, will focus on the life and poetic legacy of Toronto poet, Ted Plantos, the Cabbagetown Kid.  Another Dam Poetry Reading will start at 4 pm on the island in the middle of the Marmora Dam.  That same day, Celebrate Marmora Day will feature displays by Artists In Motion along the Crowe River.  Events will also take place at ZenRiver Gardens in the hamlet of Malone, in the week leading up to Sat.  Info: zenriver@sympatico.ca.

July 27                  Art in the Gallery Workshop at the John M. Parrott Gallery, Let’s Try Grisaille, led by Cynthia Solomon, 9:30 to noon.  Paint a still life using a very limited palette and explore gray tone values.  Bring paint in titanium white, yellow ochre, raw umber and mars black, brushes, a canvas or board, an item to paint.  No sign up is necessary, everyone is welcome.  Fee: $3.

July 27 to Aug. 8     The Academy Gallery, 352 Academy St., Bath, presents Something About the Garden, introducing Simon Andrew, Bruce Milan, Milé Murtanovski, Erika Olsen and Joanna Winik.  Reception July 29, 4 to 8 pm, Artist Talk, July 31, 2 to 4 pm.  Info: 613-352-5582, info@theacademygallery.ca.

July 29                  The 27th annual Art and Craft Sale at Picton Fairgrounds, 9 am to 8 pm.  Proceeds to Women’s Institute Community Projects.

Aug. 6 and 7        Tara Wilkinson of Love Nest Studios is offering a two-day Modern Creative Batik Workshop with guest instructor and Toronto-based textile artist, Gabrielle Lasporte, on August 6 and 7 at Angeline’s Studio at Angeline’s Inn in Bloomfield. To register: Tara Wilkinson at 613-393-1572 or Tara@loveneststudios.com.

Until Aug. 21       Gallery One-Twenty-One’s featured artists are Mary-Lou Ashton (acrylics) and Kerei Samuel (fused glass).  Guest artist is Bill MacIntosh.  48 Bridge St. E., Belleville (next to Dinkel’s Restaurant).  Info: www.gallery121.ca.

Until Aug 7           An Artists’ Choice exhibition is at the Belleville Art Association Gallery, 392 Front St., Belleville. Info: 613-968-8632.

Until 20                 Arts On Main Gallery presents their summer show, The Grass Is Always Greener.  New show by 30 outstanding Prince Edward County artists. Located at 223 Main St., Picton. 613 476-5665 www.artsonmaingallery.ca  Open daily.

Until Aug. 8          The Colborne Art Gallery, 51 King St E, Colborne, is featuring guest artists Susan Fisher, encaustic, and Vikki Forsyth, ceramics.  New works by the other gallery artists are shown in the 2nd and 3rd galleries.  Info: 905-355-1798, www.thecolborneartgallery.ca.  Hours: Thurs. to Sun., noon to 5 pm. 

Until July 31        SideStreet Gallery in Wellington presents Driven to Abstraction, works by Richard Brzozowski. 264 Main St., Wellington.  Info: 613-399-5550.

Until Aug. 8          Our Navy’s 100 Years.  Archives and Collections Society celebrates the centennial of the Canadian Navy.  Marine art, ship models, documentaries, book signings, naval memorabilia, photographs, and more.  At The Victory, 205 Main St., Picton.  Info: 613-476-1177, acs@AandC.org.

Looking for vendors         The Kiwanis Club of Tweed in partnership with the Tweed and Area Arts Council are hosting Art in the Park Aug. 14 and 15.  Artists are welcome to apply.  Info: 613-478-3591, jack.vance@xplornet.ca.

July 30 to Aug. 2     The Canadian Guitar Festival will be held at Loughborough Lake Holiday Park in Kingston.  Concerts, workshops, guitar competition, prizes, camping, swimming, and vendors.  Info: www.candianguitarfestival.com.

Until Sept. 2         Oeno Gallery is showing Rock, Paper, Scissors, featuring Caroline Benchetrit, Susan Collett, Lis Mellikov Gare, Justin Hawkes, Stuart Kinmond, America Martin, Graham Metson, San Murata, Teresa Swayne, Alice Teichert, Alice Vander Vennen, Carl Wiens, Nancy Zboch.  One of the largest group shows to be held at the Gallery. Featuring drawing, illustration, watercolour, printing, and painting, the exhibition provides a glimpse into the variety of artworks available for sale at the Gallery. Info: www.oenogallery.com. The Oeno Gallery is located adjacent to the vineyards at Huff Estates, corner of Hwy 62 and County Rd. 1.

July 3o to Aug. 1     Celebrate Marmora at the Marmora Memorial Park includes Drum Circle, Art in the Park, displays, demonstrations, Country Music Jammers, Purdy Fest Dam Reading, Shakespeare in the Park, Christopher the Twistopher, and music by Cliff Andrew.  Info: www.celebratemarmora.ca.

July 31 to Aug. 8     Clic Eastern Ontario Photo Show is a juried show and sale presented by the Prince Edward County Arts Council on the 2nd floor of Books & Co., 289 Main St., Picton.  Info: www.easternontariophotoshow.com, 613-476-7901 ext. 214.

July 31, Aug. 3, 4 and 5     Driftwood Theatre Group will perform Twelfth Night by William Shakespeare July 31 at Memorial Park in Marmora, Aug. 3 at Centennial Park in Trenton, Aug. 4 at Centre Hastings Park in Madoc, and Aug. 5 at The Millpond in Bloomfield.

July 31 and Aug. 1 Arts on Main Gallery presents Paint the County, works by local artists, at the Black Prince Winery, 13370 Loyalist Pkwy., Picton.  Observe artists on July 31, as they take to the street and paint outside on the streets of Picton. A silent auction will take place at Black Prince Winery throughout the day, as the pieces are completed. The silent auction will continue at the winery on Aug.1, closing at 4 pm.  Info: 613-476-4888, or info@blackprincewinery.com.

July 31                  The Lodge on Amherst Island presents new work by Wallace Edwards July 31, 3 to 6 pm.  Art work from his newest collaboration with David Suzuki and Kathy Vanderlinden, You Are the Earth.  The show opens at 3 pm; sales begin at 3:30.  After the Garden Party, celebrate his work and enjoy some cool refreshments.  The Lodge on Amherst Island is at 320 McDonald’s Lane, Stella.  Info: www.thelodgeonamherstisland.com, helodgeonamherstisland@gmail.com, 613.634.1388, 1.866.552.3535.

Aug. 1 to Sept. 6 Blizzmax Gallery, 3071 County Rd. 13 near Milford, presents Sommerfest, a hand picked selection of artists.  Opening Aug. 1, 7 pm.  Info: 613-476-7748, blizzmax@kos.net.

Until Sept. 7 See photographs by Lola Reid Allin at L'Auberge de France Bistro, 304 Front St., Belleville.  www.lola-photography.com.   Info: 613-966-2433, www.aubergedefrance.ca.

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.

Aug. 1                   Westben Concerts at The Barn, Campbellford, presents Out of This World! Peter Appleyard & Friends at 2 pm.  The Vibes Legend of our times brings classic jazz to The Barn. Tickets and info: 705-653-5508, 1-877-883-5777 or www.westben.ca.

Register               The Milkweed Collective PEC announces a one-day Art Without Borders Workshop for Teachers, with Founder, Austin Clarkson and Artist/Teachers of the PEC Milkweed Collective, Aug. 25, 9:30 am to 4 pm, at the John M. Parrott Gallery, Belleville Library. The workshop is for primary, junior, and middle school classroom teachers who wish to get in touch with their creativeness and thereby encourage the creativeness of their students. Background in art is not necessary - only the willingness to be open to the creative process. The theme of Art Without Borders focuses on how art media can combine the reason with the imagination in many subject areas.  Cost is $50, which includes art materials. Early registration is recommended.  The Milkweed Collective is dedicated to practicing the arts and promoting personal growth in a community context. Info: www.exploringcreativity.ca, Janine Kinch at 613-471-1392 or Jkinch@kos,net.  Make registration cheque of $50 payable to Janine Kinch, 26 County Rd 7, R.R. #4, Picton, K0K 2T0.

Aug. 3 to 21         Laugh Lines Theatre presents Office Hours, by Norm Foster, at 8 pm Tuesday to Saturday, with a matinee Aug. 14 at 2 pm.  Info and tickets: www.laughlinestheatre.ca, 613-332-6141.

Aug. 3 to 28  The Festival Players premieres the musical Amelia: The Girl Who Wants to Fly, at the Waring House in Picton.  Info: www.festivalplayers.com.  Tickets: 613-471-1991, 1-866-584-1991 or boxoffice@festivalplayers.com

August 5 and 20 Belleville Public Library offers a range of programs for Teens this summer. August 5, at 6 pm, it’s Teen Movie Night, featuring Leap Year. Popcorn and pop will be served. A Jewellery-Making Workshop takes place on August 20 at 2 pm. Make your own bracelets with special guest Marie Wright. Pre-register at the Reader’s Advisory desk or at readers@bellevillelibrary.com.

Thursdays           Join in at the Frere Brothers’ Open Stage, 6 to 10 pm in the Barley Room Pub at the Waring House, Picton.

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.

Aug. 5 to 7, 11 to 14           Blue Canoe Productions presents Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street, at the Octave Theatre, 711 Dalton Ave., off John A. Blvd. in Kingston.  Shows at 8 pm, with matinees on Saturdays at 2 pm. Tickets: Grand Theatre Box Office, by phone at 613-530-2050, online at www.kingstongrand.ca or at the door at the Octave Theatre on show nights. Tickets are $18 for adults, $15 for students and seniors, and $12 for children.  *Plus Box Office charges on all tickets, reduced prices for matinees.

Aug. 6                   Westben Concerts at The Barn, Campbellford, presents Out of This World! Don Ross & Jimmy Wahlsteen at 7:30 pm.  Two-time winner of the National Fingerstyle Guitar Championship, Don Ross brings Swedish sensation Jimmy Wahlsteen for a great finger-picking evening.  Tickets and info: 705-653-5508, 1-877-883-5777 or www.westben.ca.

Aug. 7                   The Marble Church Arts Centre in Actinolite presents singer, songwriter and great entertainer, Eugene Smith and Victoria Slager, dancer, choreographer at 7:30 pm.  For tickets, times and address, visit www.tweedartscouncil.ca or call 613-478-3499, Roely DeVries.

Aug. 8                   Westben Concerts at The Barn, Campbellford, Finale/Fundraiser with Michael Burgess and Donna Bennett, 2 to 5 pm.  The Westben Barn and grounds will be transformed into the Court of Camelot for an afternoon of happy ever-aftering.  Light refreshments, a silent auction, music.  Tickets and info: 705-653-5508, 1-877-883-5777 or www.westben.ca.

Aug. 10 to Sept. 7   Annual Victory Art Show of Local Artists, Pat Busscher, Hugh Charlebois, Gilles Miramontes, Ron Pickering, Laurie Scott, and more, at The Victory, 205 Main St., Picton.  Meet the artists at the opening reception Aug. 10 from 6 to 8 pm. Info: 613-476-1177, acs@aandc.org, victory.coordinator@gmail.com.

Until Aug. 21            The Archives and Collections Society (ACS) presents Victory Kids! Programs, for children ages 7 to 11, 9 am to noon at The Victory, 205 Main St., Picton.  To register, call Madelaine at ACS, 613-476-1177 or email victory.coordinator@gmail.com.  July 24: Pirates. Learn about famous pirates, and then become one, designing pirate flags, hats and more!  July 31: Explorers.  Learn about explorers while expressing your creative side, and making new friends.  August 7:  Shipwrecks. Learn about local history, and exciting shipwrecks while having fun and playing games.  August 14: Loyalist / First Nations. Learn valuable Canadian heritage then make your own corn husk doll, dream catcher and more!  August 21: End of session celebrations / Lighthouses.  All are welcome to enjoy the creations the children have made during each Victory Kids session, or to learn about lighthouses and participate in more crafts, and fun!

Aug. 10 to Sept. 11 The theme Wonder will be explored in a members’ show at the Belleville Art Association Gallery, 392 Front St., Belleville. Info: 613-968-8632.

Aug. 11 to 21       The Last Resort at The Stirling Festival Theatre. A wickedly funny musical, murder mystery. Music & Lyrics by Leslie Arden, Book by Norm Foster and Directed by Luisa Appolloni. An off-the-wall spoof about a New York restaurateur on the run from the mob who finds himself in protective custody, at a run-down hotel in Saskatchewan, where everyone who checks in could be the hitman who's out to get him. Tickets $25 and Youth $10. Tickets and info: 613-395-2100 or 1-877-312-1162 or www.stirlingfestivaltheatre.com

Aug. 13 to 22            Prince Edward County Jazz Festival celebrates its 10th anniversary, with straight ahead jazz in a unique laid back County setting: main stage performances, satellite venues, traveling jazz van, after hours, Sunday jazz mass and way more!  Evening main stage Regent Theatre, Picton: Guido Basso and Luanda Jones, Ranee Lee, Lorraine Desmarais Trio, and, direct from Snug Harbor, a Brilliant Surprise.  Box office: 613-476–8416, www.pecjazz.org.

Aug. 14                 The Marble Church Arts Centre in Actinolite presents IANA Theatre Company’s production of Cocktails for Two Hundred, a musical comedy.  For tickets, times and address, visit www.tweedartscouncil.ca or call 613-478-3499, Roely DeVries.

Aug. 14 to 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, or visit www.colborneartgallery.com.  Hours:  Thursday to Sunday, noon to 5 pm.

Aug. 14 and 15   The Kiwanis Club of Tweed in partnership with the Tweed and Area Arts Council are hosting Art in the Park.

Aug. 14 and 21   Unlocking the Mystery of Realism with Bruce St. Clair: learn to paint in acrylic and oil. Sign up for our beginner classes: Saturday August 14 and 21, from 11am to 5pm. This two-session workshop is filled with the how-to's of realistic painting, including the fundamental dynamics of accurate drawing, colour creation, effective composition and the discriminating use of photo references. Cost is $80 per person. Info: Dianne, 613 961 1977 x 231.

Aug. 17 to 28       Moonpath Productions and The Empire Theatre, 321 Front St., Belleville presents the musical Annie.  Evenings and matinees, Aug. 17 to 22, Aug. 24 to 28.  Tickets: 613-969-0099, www.theempiretheatre.com.  

For ongoing shows, visit our Two Month Calendar

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