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Week of Events
The Savannah Sipping Society
The Savannah Sipping Society
In this delightful, laugh-a-minute comedy, four unique Southern women, all needing to escape the sameness of their day-to-day routines, are drawn together by Fate—and an impromptu happy hour—and decide it’s high time to reclaim the enthusiasm for life they’ve lost through the years.
Chair Yoga Classes
Chair Yoga Classes
Community Care Northumberland is offering chair yoga classes. A new 8-week session starts in early April at the Trent Hills Public Library. Register now.
Carl Wiens: Works on Paper
Carl Wiens: Works on Paper
Carl Wiens is a Belleville-based illustrator who has enjoyed a successful career spanning more than 30 year, producing conceptual illustration for books, magazines and so much more! His work includes a playful mix of motion, random objects and inspiration. For the month of May, enjoy a collection of prints, collages, and paintings on paper at the QAC gallery.
Colour Returns Art Show in Colborne
Colour Returns Art Show in Colborne
The Colborne Art Gallery re-opens for 2024 with an early spring show, "Colour Returns". This show features the work of Gallery members Ian Davis, Roseanne Dolan, Charles Funnell, Candice Rose Gunter, Eileen Myers, Wrex Roth, Heather Roy, Ken Solilo, Heather Stubbs, and Helen Van Poorten.
The Savannah Sipping Society
The Savannah Sipping Society
In this delightful, laugh-a-minute comedy, four unique Southern women, all needing to escape the sameness of their day-to-day routines, are drawn together by Fate—and an impromptu happy hour—and decide it’s high time to reclaim the enthusiasm for life they’ve lost through the years.
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 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.
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!
Seedling Giveaway in Belleville
Seedling Giveaway in Belleville
The Community Trees seedling giveaway is back in Belleville on May 4th! Take home up to five free bare-root seedlings. The event starts at 9 am and continues while quantities last. Supplies are expected to go quickly, so be sure to get there early!
Quinte West Seedling Giveaway
Quinte West Seedling Giveaway
The City of Quinte West's free seedling giveaway in partnership with Quinte Conservation takes place at Duncan McDonald Memorial Community Gardens in Trenton. Come early for best selection, and bring a bucket or container to safely transport your seedling home.
Kids’ Creation Club 1 – Mixed Media Art with Angela Jane Lavender
Kids’ Creation Club 1 – Mixed Media Art with Angela Jane Lavender
In this unique offering, young artists between the ages of 5 and 8 will experiment with a variety of mixed media techniques and tools while exploring themes of environmental sustainability and protection.
Lake Scugog Studio Tour 2024
Lake Scugog Studio Tour 2024
You are invited to come celebrate local art with the 25th Anniversary Lake Scugog Studio Tour. In this free tour, you’ll explore 12 unique sites around Port Perry, showcasing the works of local artists-from pottery, sculpture and paintings, to clothing and jewelry!
Yvonne Lammerich Exhibition at Oeno Gallery
Yvonne Lammerich Exhibition at Oeno Gallery
Oeno Gallery presents: Now and Then: An Unfolding — a survey show of Yvonne Lammerich’s work from 1972 to 2022. This solo exhibition includes paintings and works on paper that offer a fresh and imaginative perspective of our collective experience. Opening Reception on Saturday, April 6 from 2-4pm. The artist will be in attendance.
Kids’ Creation Club 2 – Mixed Media Art with Angela Jane Lavender
Kids’ Creation Club 2 – Mixed Media Art with Angela Jane Lavender
In this unique offering, young artists between the ages of 9 and 12 will experiment with a variety of mixed media techniques and tools while exploring themes of environmental sustainability and protection.
Colour Returns Art Show in Colborne
Colour Returns Art Show in Colborne
The Colborne Art Gallery re-opens for 2024 with an early spring show, "Colour Returns". This show features the work of Gallery members Ian Davis, Roseanne Dolan, Charles Funnell, Candice Rose Gunter, Eileen Myers, Wrex Roth, Heather Roy, Ken Solilo, Heather Stubbs, and Helen Van Poorten.
Opening Reception for Spirit of the Hills 2024
Opening Reception for Spirit of the Hills 2024
Parrott Gallery presents the Opening Reception for Spirit of the Hills 2024 juried art show and sale. Join us in Galleries 1 & 2 to see artwork of different mediums on display from the members of the Northumberland County Art Association. Winners will be announced at this event.
Frontenac Women’s Chorus Presents Life & Love
Frontenac Women’s Chorus Presents Life & Love
Come celebrate Life & Love with the Frontenac Women's Chorus (FWC) during their spring concert. Admission is by free will donation, plus an item for the food bank. Highlights of the evening include a special guest, Anne Palmer (flautist) and a world premiere composition by the FWC's director, Stella ter Hart. You won't want to miss this highly entertaining and fun musical evening!
Al Lerman at Old Church Theatre
Al Lerman at Old Church Theatre
Al Lerman is a veteran bluesman with a highly personal style. With a great knowledge of the blues tradition on both harmonica and guitar, he brings that sensibility to songs that are written about his own contemporary life and times. His soulful delivery, coupled with wry and thoughtful songwriting, make him an engaging and hypnotic solo performer. He is considered among the top harmonica players in the country, and has been heard on countless recordings and live sessions.
The Savannah Sipping Society
The Savannah Sipping Society
In this delightful, laugh-a-minute comedy, four unique Southern women, all needing to escape the sameness of their day-to-day routines, are drawn together by Fate—and an impromptu happy hour—and decide it’s high time to reclaim the enthusiasm for life they’ve lost through the years.
We Walk the Line at SFT
We Walk the Line at SFT
This hit after hit show is a true Johnny Cash experience that celebrates the music and lives of 'The Man In Black' and his fun-loving wife, June Carter. The concert covers the entire career of Johnny Cash from the 1950's at Sun Records to 2003 with the American Recordings label and includes Johnny's biggest hits.
Lake Scugog Studio Tour 2024
Lake Scugog Studio Tour 2024
You are invited to come celebrate local art with the 25th Anniversary Lake Scugog Studio Tour. In this free tour, you’ll explore 12 unique sites around Port Perry, showcasing the works of local artists-from pottery, sculpture and paintings, to clothing and jewelry!
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.
Colour Returns Art Show in Colborne
Colour Returns Art Show in Colborne
The Colborne Art Gallery re-opens for 2024 with an early spring show, "Colour Returns". This show features the work of Gallery members Ian Davis, Roseanne Dolan, Charles Funnell, Candice Rose Gunter, Eileen Myers, Wrex Roth, Heather Roy, Ken Solilo, Heather Stubbs, and Helen Van Poorten.
Cyanotypes with Sara Keller
Cyanotypes with Sara Keller
Learn the basics of how to make a cyanotype print by mixing chemistry, coating paper, and developing the print using the sun. Sara will cover how to print using fresh and pressed plants as well as printing with three-dimensional objects (string, stones, glass jars, etc.). Sliding scale pricing available.
The Savannah Sipping Society
The Savannah Sipping Society
In this delightful, laugh-a-minute comedy, four unique Southern women, all needing to escape the sameness of their day-to-day routines, are drawn together by Fate—and an impromptu happy hour—and decide it’s high time to reclaim the enthusiasm for life they’ve lost through the years.