What's On
We endeavour to keep our calendar updated with community events throughout Watershed country, but please let us know it we’ve missed one. We encourage you to submit an event yourself: It’s quick and it’s free!
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Week of Events
Norwood Fall Fair
Norwood Fall Fair
The Norwood Fair has of course grown and evolved substantially in the last 150+ years, but our mandate has not changed. It is and always will be our mission to provide you and your family with a traditional country fair filled with lots of fun and excitement.
Sing with Northumberland Chorus
Sing with Northumberland Chorus
Women are invited to sing with Northumberland Chorus for our Annual Christmas Chorus. It's a great way to experience a capella singing! No singing training or experience is required. We meet Monday evenings.
Farmers’ Market in Belleville
Farmers’ Market in Belleville
A place to procure local food and art, including fresh produce, ferments, honey, maple syrup, cheese, and more! Located on Historic Market Square behind Belleville's City Hall. Accessible from both Front St. and Pinnacle St. Walking distance within Belleville’s downtown core.
Tell Your Story: A Wee Course on Writing Short Plays
Tell Your Story: A Wee Course on Writing Short Plays
Tell Your Story is a course for the storytellers in all of us. Over six weekly, 90-minute sessions, participants (ages 18+) will uncover and explore the creation of their own 10-minute play through prompts, writing exercises, group discussion and dramaturgical feedback.
Baby and Me Program at Trent Hills Libraries
Baby and Me Program at Trent Hills Libraries
The 10-week autumn session of Baby and Me is back at our two libraries (Campbellford and Hastings)! Help your baby (0-12 months of age) develop their pre-literacy and social skills. Learn new songs and remember old ones. Connect with other caregivers.
Drum Circle for PEC Seniors
Drum Circle for PEC Seniors
Prince Edward Community Care invites seniors to join Ruth Dwight for a 6-week in-person drum circle series coming this fall. Drums will be supplied, in addition to many other percussion instruments including claves, maracas, and tambourines.
Alzheimer Society Minds in Motion Program
Alzheimer Society Minds in Motion Program
Minds in Motion® is a community-based social program that incorporates physical activity and mental stimulation for people with early to mid-stage signs dementia and their care partners. Combining physical activity and mental stimulation, Minds in Motion unfolds to laughter and chatter, with new friendships forming and stories being shared. This is an eight-week program.
St. John Ambulance Therapy Dog Visit at Cobourg Library
St. John Ambulance Therapy Dog Visit at Cobourg Library
Meet a St. John Ambulance Therapy Dog and owner to learn more about the program and enjoy some pet therapy. All dogs are child-friendly. Location: Reading Room at the Cobourg Public Library
Introduction to Portrait Photography
Introduction to Portrait Photography
This 6-week beginner to intermediate photography course on portraiture aims to equip participants (ages 18+) with essential skills in portrait photography. Throughout the course, students will learn about various types of portraits, essential equipment and settings, natural and artificial lighting techniques, composition, posing, and creative approaches.
Crochet Tuesdays at the QAC
Crochet Tuesdays at the QAC
Whether you’re experienced with crochet, or just starting, please join us as we create crochet, learn new skills, and work together. These workshops are hosted by local artist, Emebet Belete. Emebet’s current art project is Bridging Communities, a large-scale art installation.
Stronger U Fitness Series for PEC Seniors
Stronger U Fitness Series for PEC Seniors
Prince Edward Community Care invites seniors 60+ to get active, make friends, and be well! This class focuses on the components of cardiorespiratory, strength and flexibility to improve one's overall health.
Toddlers & Waddlers at Port Hope Library
Toddlers & Waddlers at Port Hope Library
Drop in Wednesday mornings for Toddlers & Waddlers! Expect stories, songs and play for children under 3. A snack is provided.
Baby and Me Program at Trent Hills Libraries
Baby and Me Program at Trent Hills Libraries
The 10-week autumn session of Baby and Me is back at our two libraries (Campbellford and Hastings)! Help your baby (0-12 months of age) develop their pre-literacy and social skills. Learn new songs and remember old ones. Connect with other caregivers.
Colour as a Form of Expression
Colour as a Form of Expression
In this 6-week colour theory course, Julie Seddon will teach participants (ages 18+) traditional colour theory exercises such as the colour wheel and monochromatic scale. Drawing from art history, students will come to understand acrylic paints' range of effects and create a series of studies to put what they learn into practice.
Introduction to Computers at Belleville Library
Introduction to Computers at Belleville Library
Dive into the world of technology with our 6-week Introduction to Computers class! Learn the basics of essential applications in a hands-on, beginner-friendly environment. Master the skills you need to confidently navigate the digital age!
ArtWorth Gardening Talks with Charlie Dobbin
ArtWorth Gardening Talks with Charlie Dobbin
Join Horticulturist and Landscape Designer, Charlie Dobbin, for three regenerative gardening and growing talks at the Aron Theatre Co-op. The fee is $10 per presentation or $25 for all three.
Farmers’ Market in Belleville
Farmers’ Market in Belleville
A place to procure local food and art, including fresh produce, ferments, honey, maple syrup, cheese, and more! Located on Historic Market Square behind Belleville's City Hall. Accessible from both Front St. and Pinnacle St. Walking distance within Belleville’s downtown core.
Photo 55 Club Meeting in Cobourg
Photo 55 Club Meeting in Cobourg
As part of the Seniors’ program at the Cobourg Community Centre, the Club is a friendly space, geared to photographers aged 55 and over. At each meeting, we enjoy looking at member-submitted photographs, and provide supportive and constructive feedback. Learning is an integral part of the agenda, and we discuss various techniques or watch instructive videos.
Toddler Time at Belleville Library
Toddler Time at Belleville Library
Children and their caregivers will enjoy stories, finger rhymes, felt stories, and music during this interactive program. This is a drop-in program for ages 19 months to 3 years. Located in the first floor Children's Program Room.
Dancing with Parkinson’s Classes
Dancing with Parkinson’s Classes
Free Dancing with Parkinson's classes at Quinte Ballet School available every Thursday. Designed for people living with Parkinson's Disease and mobility issues. All levels and abilities welcome. For information or to register, contact [email protected] or call 613-962-9274 ext. 23.
Storytime at Stirling Library
Storytime at Stirling Library
Children under 4 - bring your caregivers to the Stirling-Rawdon Public Library for our weekly Storytime! Join us in the children's department. Everyone is welcome and no registration is required.
Campbellford Storytime for Kids
Campbellford Storytime for Kids
Join us for Campbellford Storytime! This program is geared for ages 2-5, with structured crafts, stories, songs, felt board fun, fingerplays and more ... with time afterwards for friends to play! Registration required.
Yoga with Melissa at Hastings Library
Yoga with Melissa at Hastings Library
We're offering two types of yoga classes at our Hastings Branch this fall. Email Jenny at [email protected] for more information and to register. Instructor Melissa Ross is amazing and we're really excited to have her join us here!
Abstract Painting for Beginners
Abstract Painting for Beginners
Join artist instructor Zac Kenny for this 5-week course on beginner abstract painting. Explore abstract painting as a tool for self-exploration and expression. Learn the basics of working with the elements of design including colour and texture, to create interesting and dynamic compositions.
Port Hope Farmers’ Market
Port Hope Farmers’ Market
If you are looking for farm fresh produce and meats, homemade preserves and baking, as well as hand made crafts and artwork the Port Hope Farmers' Market is the place to be!
Cobourg Farmers’ Market
Cobourg Farmers’ Market
One of the oldest markets in Ontario, Cobourg’s Farmers’ Market was established in 1839 and offers locally grown and certified organic produce, crafts, flowers, plants, cheese, farm fresh meats, breads, pastries, and other delectables.
Farmers’ Market in Belleville
Farmers’ Market in Belleville
A place to procure local food and art, including fresh produce, ferments, honey, maple syrup, cheese, and more! Located on Historic Market Square behind Belleville's City Hall. Accessible from both Front St. and Pinnacle St. Walking distance within Belleville’s downtown core.
Giveaway Days in Belleville
Giveaway Days in Belleville
Giveaway Days are back in Belleville! Belleville residents are encouraged to clean up around the house and put any unwanted and gently used items to the curb for others to enjoy or go hunting for new-to-you treasures around town. Be sure to have your items at the curb by 8 am and bring any remaining items in by 8 pm.
Wellington Farmers’ Market
Wellington Farmers’ Market
An outdoor eclectic market supporting farmers and local small businesses for over a decade. Join us at The Eddie Hotel and Farm, with direct access from the Millennium Trail. We welcome well-behaved pets, on lead, that know how to clean up after themselves…bring them along to enjoy the fun.
Be a DisruptHER Expo for Women
Be a DisruptHER Expo for Women
This is a two-day expo bringing together women entrepreneurs, educators, speakers, and artists for a weekend of shopping, networking, and learning. This event showcases smart, vibrant women from Northumberland County and beyond. Guests can shop women-owned businesses, attend workshops and talks with dynamic women, and enjoy panel discussions.
Fall Market at Cobourg Library
Fall Market at Cobourg Library
Get ready to dive into the cozy vibes of autumn with us at the Cobourg Public Library for our fabulous Fall Market! Come shop, mingle, and embrace the fall spirit with us. It'll be a day full of autumn magic and community cheer! Free admission and free parking. We have a full slate of vendors to visit.
Local Author Fair at Belleville Library
Local Author Fair at Belleville Library
Join us at the library and meet authors from the Bay of Quinte region. Some authors will have books available for purchase. Light refreshments will be served. Visit each author with your Local Author Passport and enter to win a prize!
Giveaway Days in Belleville
Giveaway Days in Belleville
Giveaway Days are back in Belleville! Belleville residents are encouraged to clean up around the house and put any unwanted and gently used items to the curb for others to enjoy or go hunting for new-to-you treasures around town. Be sure to have your items at the curb by 8 am and bring any remaining items in by 8 pm.
Picton Town Hall Farmers’ Market
Picton Town Hall Farmers’ Market
The Picton Town Hall Farmers’ Market is a community-focused market that provides access to locally produced and grown products while supporting local growers and producers in ways that encourage ecological and community sustainability.
Codrington Farmers’ Market
Codrington Farmers’ Market
We are the only market in the area with Sunday hours, and the only truly rural location. Our market is in the heart of agricultural land and our vendors showcase their locally grown produce surrounded by farms.
Be a DisruptHER Expo for Women
Be a DisruptHER Expo for Women
This is a two-day expo bringing together women entrepreneurs, educators, speakers, and artists for a weekend of shopping, networking, and learning. This event showcases smart, vibrant women from Northumberland County and beyond. Guests can shop women-owned businesses, attend workshops and talks with dynamic women, and enjoy panel discussions.