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Music and Movement at Belleville Library
Belleville Public Library 254 Pinnacle St., BellevilleTravel Talk: Lent Travel & Alzheimer Society
Port Hope Public Library Main Branch 31 Queen Street, Port HopeWeek of Events
Music and Movement at Belleville Library
Music and Movement at Belleville Library
Children and their caregivers are invited to join us for this high energy program. Come ready to dance, sing and play instruments! All ages are welcome. Activities take place in the First Floor Children's Program Room. This is a drop-in program.
Baby Time at Port Hope Library
Baby Time at Port Hope Library
Don't miss Baby Time on Monday mornings at Port Hope Public Library (MJB Branch). Parents and babies (up to age 1) are welcome to join us for songs, stories and bubbles!
Travel Talk: Lent Travel & Alzheimer Society
Travel Talk: Lent Travel & Alzheimer Society
This session is offered in partnership with Lent Travel and Port Hope Public Library. It is open to everyone and is particularly suitable for those in the early stages of dementia who are interested in travelling and for care partners who are supporting someone living with dementia who may require additional considerations and accommodations to travel safely.
Adult Chess Club at Belleville Library
Adult Chess Club at Belleville Library
Belleville Public Library's Adult Chess Club is for ages 18 and up, The club meets every second Monday (bi-weekly). Bring your own chess board or borrow one from the library and meet with fellow chess players for a friendly game. All skill levels are invited to this informal, self-led program.
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.
Tai Chi Classes for PEC Seniors
Tai Chi Classes for PEC Seniors
Prince Edward Community Care invites seniors to join Krys Baklinski and Michael Gelman for a 12-week in-person tai chi series at the Bloomfield Town Hall. Classes for beginners will run from 9:45am-10:45am and classes for intermediates will run from 11:00am-12:00pm. The cost is $12.00 per person.
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.
Death Café in Port Hope
Death Café in Port Hope
Join Death Doula Lisa O'Leary for a discussion about death and dying. Death cafés are part of a global movement to bring awareness to our finite lives. Having a safe space to talk about death is important.
Hearing Help Clinic for PEC Seniors
Hearing Help Clinic for PEC Seniors
This is your chance to have a Hearing Care Counsellor answer your questions about hearing loss, receive information about hearing health care, provide communication strategies for hearing loss, do hearing screening, provide tips for hearing aid maintenance and demonstrate technical devices.
Yoga for PEC Seniors
Yoga for PEC Seniors
Prince Edward Community Care invites seniors 60+ to get active, make friends, and be well! This class focuses on gentle movement, stretching, and relaxation. This series is suitable for beginners and those with previous yoga experience.
Watercolour Painting Classes in Hastings
Watercolour Painting Classes in Hastings
Don't miss out on Rod Bergeron's next series of Watercolour Painting classes at the Hastings branch of the Trent Hills Public Library. Email Jenny - [email protected] - to register.
Teen Hangout at Cobourg Library
Teen Hangout at Cobourg Library
Teens are invited to bring their friends and enjoy a dedicated space at the Cobourg Public Library. Hang out, meet new people, play a board game, participate in an activity, or enjoy the free Wifi. Snacks will be provided too!
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.
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.
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.
Family Storytime at Cobourg Library
Family Storytime at Cobourg Library
Join us for stories, songs, and rhymes perfect for ages 0 to 6 years. This is a great program for school readiness and meeting other families in our community. We also have special guests on occasion.
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.
Curbside Pickup Meal for PEC Seniors
Curbside Pickup Meal for PEC Seniors
Prince Edward Community Care holds monthly curbside pick-up of meals. This month, Chef Bill Grieve of Wheelhouse and Occasions catering is preparing a scrumptious meal of homemade soup, bread, roast loin of pork, potato, veggies and lemon meringue pie for dessert.
Tax Info Session for the Disabled & their Caregivers
Tax Info Session for the Disabled & their Caregivers
Join Jeremy Bertrand from the Ontario Ministry of Finance to learn about how physical and/or mental impairments can impact what is claimed on your tax return and other topics, such as medical expenses, the caregiver amount, the disability tax credit and the Ontario seniors care at home tax credit.
Christmas Greenery Workshop at Hastings Library
Christmas Greenery Workshop at Hastings Library
Get into the mood for Christmas at our Hastings Branch and work with Carla McIlmoyle to make your choice of a beautiful fresh wreath or urn to take home! Pre-registration required.
CPKC Holiday Train in Belleville
CPKC Holiday Train in Belleville
This year's free concert features Tyler Shaw and Shawnee Kish! The train will stop at 9:30 am along Keegan Parkway, between the Kiwanis playground and Pier 31. Be sure to bring non-perishable food items to donate to Gleaners Food Bank!
Family Storytime at Bewdley Library
Family Storytime at Bewdley Library
Join us for storytime each week as we explore a different theme through stories, songs, and a craft. We also have special guests on occasion. For ages 0 to 6 years. Families are welcome. This is a drop-in program.
Boomers & Beyond at Cobourg Library
Boomers & Beyond at Cobourg Library
"Boomers" (55+) are invited to attend Friday morning educational and social events at the Cobourg Public Library.
Port Hope Candlelight Festival Kickoff
Port Hope Candlelight Festival Kickoff
The Candlelight Festival is an annual holiday experience. We invite you to come and explore the seasonal transformation of Port Hope that kicks off on November 29th with activities for the whole family. The Candlelight Festival Walk starts at 6:00pm
and the Park Lighting Ceremony in Memorial Park follows at 6:30pm.
Bloomfield Santa Claus Parade
Bloomfield Santa Claus Parade
Come for the annual Santa Claus Parade in Bloomfield! The road closes at 6:00pm sharp! Bring a lawn chair or wander the village as you enjoy the lights and music.
Weird and Wonderful Wildlife: The Virginia Opossum
Weird and Wonderful Wildlife: The Virginia Opossum
The Virginia Opossum (Didelphis virginiana) is North America's sole marsupial. Often viewed as nuisance animals, they possess remarkable traits that make them fascinating! They’ve survived since the age of dinosaurs, proving their worth and ability to adapt! Jennifer Peaslee will give us a small degree of insight into their value and uniqueness and, hopefully, foster some appreciation for this easy-going animal.
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.
Cobourg Creates at Cobourg Library
Cobourg Creates at Cobourg Library
Join the Northumberland Hills Stitchery Guild, Northumberland Rug Hookers and friends for a hands-on experience trying different fiber arts. Try your hand at sewing, weaving, stitching, rug hooking and more! This is an inclusive event. Everyone is welcome.
Foxboro Santa Claus Parade
Foxboro Santa Claus Parade
Santa and Mrs. Claus are in Foxboro for the 2024 Santa Claus Parade! The Parade travels on Ashley Street beginning at Foxboro Public School and ending at Foodland.
Port Hope Santa Claus Parade
Port Hope Santa Claus Parade
The Parade starts at the intersection of Bramley & Ridout and ends at the intersection of Queen & Augusta. Parade floats will disperse up Augusta Street. Spectators choosing to view the parade on Queen Street should line up north of Augusta Street (not all floats will travel past Town Hall).
Frankford Santa Claus Parade
Frankford Santa Claus Parade
Join us for a festive celebration at the Frankford Santa Claus Parade! Get into the holiday spirit with floats, and holiday cheer as Santa and friends make their way through town. Perfect for families and friends, this event is a great way to kick off the season together. Don’t miss the magic in Frankford!
Trenton Santa Claus Parade
Trenton Santa Claus Parade
The Quinte West Chamber of Commerce is proud to once again host the Trenton Santa Claus Parade for our community. The parade leaves the Community Gardens (Centennial Park) at 4:30p.m. It then follows Campbell St., turns left on Dundas St. E. and goes over the Veteran Skyway Bridge. It goes through downtown Trenton along Dundas St. W., dispersing at Queen Street.
Cobourg Santa Claus Parade
Cobourg Santa Claus Parade
Since 1955, the Cobourg Santa Claus Parade has kicked off the Christmas season, bringing people together, regardless of their background, celebrating hope, family and love. It’s part of the fabric of our community. In 2020, the Town of Cobourg assumed responsibility for the parade under the guidance of the Lions Club of Cobourg.
Saturday Night Rocks at Quinte Curling Club
Saturday Night Rocks at Quinte Curling Club
A fun night of curling, pizza and beverage. QCC’s Curling Pro will be on-site to provide a lesson and help during the game. Participants must bring clean indoor running shoes. Register online under Events.
Scrabble Sundays at Port Hope Library
Scrabble Sundays at Port Hope Library
Calling all Scrabble players! Scrabble Sundays are back at the Mary J. Benson Branch. Join us from 11:30am until 1:30pm.