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Belleville Caribbean Festival
Belleville's Downtown District Front Street, BellevilleImmerse yourself in the pulsating rhythms of reggae, soca, calypso, and other genres as talented musicians take the stage. Indulge in the flavourful Caribbean cuisine, tantalizing your taste buds with mouthwatering jerk chicken, delicious plantains, and refreshing tropical drinks. Get your groove on and join the lively street parade, where participants clad in vibrant costumes and feathered headpieces showcase the exuberance of Caribbean culture.
Kitten Shower at Warkworth Library
Trent Hills Public Library - Warkworth 40 Main Street, WarkworthThe Kitten Shower is a chance to meet kittens from the Spicy Kitten Rescue and support the efforts of their rescue and the Small Town Cat Project. It works just like a baby shower - we'll have games and some giveaways (and lots of kittens to cuddle) - and you can bring shower gifts of kitten food, litter, cat toys, cleaning products (like garbage bags, antibacterial wipes, or paper towels) to help out the efforts of the rescue.
Lego Space STEAM Challenge
Cobourg Public Library 200 Ontario Street, CobourgThis is a drop-in program designed to engage participants in creative and educational activities using LEGO bricks. It’s a great opportunity for kids and families to explore science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics (STEAM) concepts in a fun and interactive way.
Parrott Gallery Presents Whispers of the Wild Exhibit
John M. Parrott Art Gallery 254 Pinnacle Street, BellevilleParrott Gallery welcomes Lisa Ferguson’s exhibit Whispers of the Wild. As one of our Parrott Shop artists, you will recognize Lisa’s engaging illustrative style in these mixed media pieces. Lisa‘s work is deeply rooted in her wonder of Ontario’s natural beauty.
ANDARA Gallery Presents: Gestures
Andara Gallery 54 Wilson Road, Bloomfield, Prince Edward CountyANDARA Gallery – celebrating it’s 5th Anniversary in Prince Edward County - presents “GESTURES”, the latest solo exhibition of works by Canadian fine art encaustic painter, Andrew Csafordi. The exhibition runs from May 15th-August 31st.
Forest Breathing / Lake Breathing
Melt Studio & Gallery 343 County Road 22, Barrack 3, PictonEncaustic artist Susan Wallis has spent years making work inspired by the natural landscapes that surround her in Prince Edward County. Hours spent walking in the forests near her home and gazing at the surrounding lakes in the Prince Edward County region have been transformed into two brand new bodies of work: Forest Breathing and Lake Breathing.
Private Reuben Pearce
The Waring House 395 Sandy Hook Road, Prince Edward CountyPrivate Reuben Pearce is a new stage play written by Conrad Beaubien and staring Megan Hutton and Gabriel Guadagnin. This show will be performed outside on the Théâtre Roulant stage at The Waring House in Picton.
Dying Like This
The Waring House 395 Sandy Hook Road, Prince Edward CountyIn this original stage play written by Maureen Jennings and directed by John Burns, widower Harry Mckenna is lonely and adrift. Things change when the ghost of his old friend, Sam Ribick, appears. Sam died without resolving his conflicted relationship with his son Pete and he needs Harry’s help.
Eastside Secondary School Presents The Wizard of Oz
Eastside Secondary School 275 Farley Avenue, Belleville, OntarioEastside Secondary School’s Musical Theatre presents the well-loved 1939 classic musical The Wizard of Oz. Tickets for the production are now available to purchase online at Eventbrite or, if families prefer paper tickets, these are being sold in the main office at ESS.
Million Dollar Quartet at Marble Arts Centre
Marble Arts Centre 13 Bridgewater Road, TweedThe Tony Award-nominated musical Million Dollar Quartet is set on December 4, 1956, when an extraordinary twist of fate brought Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, Carl Perkins and Elvis Presley together at Sun Records in Memphis for what would be one of the greatest jam sessions ever. Million Dollar Quartet brings that legendary December night to life with an irresistible tale of broken promises, secrets, betrayal and celebrations that is both poignant and funny.
Free Swim at Kinsmen Outdoor Pool
Kinsmen Outdoor Pool, Belleville Dundas Street East, BellevilleFamilies are invited to enjoy a free swim at the Kinsmen Community Outdoor Pool! This free swim is sponsored by Elexicon in celebration of their fifth anniversary. Registration is required.
Fish Fry Fundraiser
Cressy Mustard 2983 County Rd. 8, Prince EdwardMark your calendars! It's time for our annual Fish Fry Fundraiser at Cressy Mustard! Join us and enjoy some fresh fish, salad and a cold beverage in support of Rose House Museum!
Jim Watts: Girl Reporter on Stage
The Winslow Farm 779 Zion Line, MillbrookJim Watts: Girl Reporter is a fascinating exploration of the experience of trailblazing youth who illegally flocked to Spain to fight fascism, attempting to stop its march across Europe, in the mid-1930s. Jean ‘Jim’ Watts was the only woman to join Canada’s regiment in Spain, the MacKenzie-Papineaus.
Three Men on a Bike
The Eddie Hotel & Farm 15786 Loyalist Parkway, WellingtonThree Men on a Bike is a delightful and entertaining journey, filled with witty banter, clever observations, and ridiculous mishaps. Award-winning writer & director team, Mark Brownell & Sue Miner offer a theatrical vision of Jerome K. Jerome’s Victorian satire that proves that sometimes the best way to navigate life is to embrace it.
Canadian National 10-Minute Play Festival
Theatre in the Wings 30 Bridge Street East, BellevilleWhat do NASA, Michelangelo's David and jumping out of a plane have in common? You'll find them all in the First Annual Theatre in the Wings Canadian National 10-Minute Play Festival, featuring the work of talented writers from across the country. After reading one hundred and sixty eight entries, our judges have picked seven.
Molly Johnson at The Prince Edward County Jazz Festival
The Regent Theatre 224 Main Street, PictonRecognized as one of Canada’s greatest voices, jazz vocalist Molly Johnson is a mother, singer-songwriter, artist, and philanthropist. Throughout her career, she has captivated audiences both in Canada and Europe with her original pieces and interpretations of jazz standards. Molly is a laureate of multiple notable awards, including two JUNO awards, the Governor General Award, the Order of Canada, and the Chevalier Ordre des Arts et des Lettres.
Christmas Town World Premiere
Cameco Capitol Arts Centre 20 Queen St, Port HopeThis world premiere Canadian comedy by celebrated writer Briana Brown chronicles the holiday magic of small-town living—all while sweating in Santa suits in August!