C o u n t r y C a l e n d a rThings to see and do in and around Hastings County.To submit your event listing email info@countryroadshastings.ca or call us at 613 395-0499.ART GALLERIES/EXHIBITIONSArt Gallery of Bancroft, 10 Flint Avenue,Bancroft, 613-332-1542 www.agb.weebly.comJune 5 - July 7 - The Presence of Nature;Works by Ingrid Monteith & DonnaCaldwellJuly 10 - August 4 – Wild Women– Painters of the Wilderness; JoyceBurkholder, Kathy Haycock and LindaSorensenAugust 7 - September 1 – NewDirections; Gretel Boose, Multi MediaArtistSeptember 4 - 29 - Fresh Paint;Cheryl Ellenberger, PainterJohn M. Parrott Art Gallery, BellevillePublic Library, 254 Pinnacle Street, Belleville,613-968-6731, ext. 2240, www.bellevillelibrary.comJune 6 – July 11 - Gallery One -TheArtists of Algonquin; work in variousmedia by a number of artists inspiredby Algonquin Park and Ontario’s nearnorth. Opening reception June 6th; 6 –7:30 pmJune 4 – 14 - Gallery Two - The kindergartenstudents from Queen VictoriaSchool return for their second annualexhibition. Opening reception June 5th;2 – 4 pmJune 20 – July 11 -Gallery Two -Sweet Assorted; a variety of work inseveral media by local artist and authorJim Christy, to accompany his latestbook of the same name. Opening receptionJune 20th; 6 – 7:30 pmJuly 18 – August 29 - Gallery One-The Kingston Fibre Artists present “StitchHappens”, an exhibition of hand craftedwork in various fibre media. Openingreception July 18th; 6 – 7:30 pmJuly 18 – August 29 - Gallery Two- Bay of Quinte Interpreted II; acollection of works in various media bylocal artists who have interpreted thewinners of the photography contest“Four Seasons of the Bay of Quinte”. Photoswill be hung along with the interpretivepieces. Opening reception July 18thfrom 6 – 7:30 pmTHEATRE/LIVE ENTERTAINMENTBancroft Village Playhouse, 613-332-5918 www.bancroftvillageplayhouse.caBlackfly Theatre <strong>2013</strong> Box Office OpensJune 12. Hours – June; Wed to Sat. 2 -6 pmJuly/Aug - Tuesday to Sat. 2 – 8 pm. Orderyour tickets Toll-free 1-877-322-4682July 2-6, 9-13, 16-20 - Matinee Sat.July 13, 2 pm - Too Many Cooks by MarciaKash and Douglas E. HughesJuly 30-Aug 3, Aug 6-10, Aug 13-17 -Matinee Sat. Aug 10, 2 pm - SteppingOut by Richard HarrisMy Theatre Quinte, Historical TrentonTown Hall - 1861, 55 King Street, TrentonON. info@mytheatrequinte.ca or tickets@mytheatrequinte.ca - www.mytheatrequinte.ca.Tickets also at Quinte WestChamber of Commerce 800-930-3255 or613-392-7635June 6, 7, 8, 9*14, 15, 16* 21, 22(*matinee) - Laughter: 4 One Act Comedies,Directed by Len Hirst with special permissionfrom Samuel French. A Little SomethingFor the Ducks by Jean Lenox Toddie;Last Exit Before Toll by Carrie Goldstein;Crossing The Bar by Don Nigro; Real to Reelby Frank GilroyThe Regent Theatre, 224 Main St. Picton613-476-8416 www.theregenttheatre.orgJuly 13 – Elvis; “The Moments” TributeJuly 27 – Beatlemania RevisitedAug 15 to 18 – PEC Jazz - www.pecjazz.orgSept 20 to 28 – PEC Music Festival -www.pecmusicfestival.comMay 24 to Sept 1 - WALKING TOURSIN PEC, 613-476-8416 ext 28The Stirling Festival Theatre, West FrontSt., Stirling 613-395-2100 1-877-312-1162www.stirlingfestivaltheatre.com tickets@stirlingfestivaltheatre.comJuly 6, 2 & 8 pm – School’s Out for<strong>Summer</strong> - Teen Club All Stars will rockyour world with tributes to Adele, JustinBieber, Selena, Lady Gaga, Carly Rae andmore! Adult $23, Youth $15, Family Pack$60July 17 – 27 – The 39 Steps - Mixthis classic Hitchcock masterpiece witha juicy spy novel, add a dash of MontyPython and you have an intriguing,thrilling, and riotous comedy! All Seats$29, Groups 20+ $26August 8 – 24 – Joseph and theAmazing Technicolour Dreamcoat-The SFT Young Co. bring you the Biblicalsaga of Joseph and his coat of manycolours. The story comes to vibrant life inthis delightful musical parable!Adult $23, Youth $15, Family Pack $60September 11 – 14 – Six Dance Lessonsin Six Weeks - A touching and humancomedy about a formidable retiredwoman, who hires an acerbic danceinstructor to give her private dance lessonsin her Florida condo. Starring SFTFavourite J.P. Baldwin.All Seats $29, Groups 20+ $26EVENTSJune 14 -16 - Prince Edward CurlingClub 49th Antique Show & Sale.Fairgrounds, 375 Main Street East, Picton.Admission $4.00 /Two-Day Entry. LunchAvailable, New Dealers Welcome. 613-476-2078. Wheelchair AccessibleJune 23 - Strawberry Spectacular – Localstrawberries, entertainment and more.Farmtown Park, Stirling, Ontario. www.agmuseum.caJuly 1 - Flowerama – an annual displayof floral wonders and photography put onby the Tweed Horticultural Society. It is nota sale -- it is a show! Free raffle for a planter.10am-4pm Tweed Memorial Park.Free admission. tweedhort.blogspot.comJuly 3 - Fish Fry & Craft Sale. 4:30 - 7pm, South Bay United Church, 2029 CountyRoad 13, near Milford in Prince EdwardCounty. Delicious local fish with all the trimmings.Adults $15; 10 and under $8. Takeoutavail. Free admission to the craft sale inthe heritage schoolhouse next door. Contact613-476-5421.July 3 to August 28 - TD <strong>Summer</strong> ReadingClub - <strong>Summer</strong> Reading Club activitiesfor kids includes games, crafts and stories.Once a week in July and August. TweedPublic Library, 230 Metcalf Street. www.tweedlibrary.ca tweedlibrary@vianet.ca613-478-1066July 4-7 - Bancroft Wheels, Water &Wings! Downtown Bancroft -HastingsStreet between Bridge and Station Streets.Midway starts July 4, July 5th 2nd Annual“Wheels” classic car show featuring a streetdance with Freddy Vette & the Flames (nocharge), midway, food & beverage tents.July 6 - “Back to the Future” Boat Show andFamily Water Events in Millennium Parkand the Airport Fly-in Pancake Breakfast-July 7. Bancroft Business Improvement Areabancroftbia@gmail.com.July 6 - Tweed Garden Tour -hosted bythe Friends of the Tweed Library from 10-4.8 outstanding gardens with artists, musiciansand 3 Community Gardens! Rain orShine! Passport $20.00 each/2 for $30.00if purchased before June 15; available atthe Tweed Public Library, Food Company(Tweed), Tweed News and online @ pgweber419@yahoo.ca.Info 613-478-1791.July 7 – Fibre Fest - displays and demonstrationsby Hastings County fibre artists.Farmtown Park, Stirling, Ontario. www.agmuseum.caJuly 13 - 14th Annual Town & <strong>Country</strong>Garden Tour hosted by the CanadianFederation of University Women, Bellevilleand District. 10 am – 4 pm (rain or shine)Gardens in and around Belleville. Price:$25 includes self-guided tour, box lunch(pick-up at St.Thomas Anglican Church,Belleville) and more. Proceeds support collegeand university scholarships for localstudents. Info gardentour@cfuwbelleville.ca or 613-966-5677.Celebrating 130 YearsVisitBelleville’sTreasurepatio panelWeatherWall systemsPatio Rooms - SunroomsPorch Enclosures - Screen RoomsHome RenovationsBathrooms, Kitchens & Family Rooms<strong>Summer</strong> HoursTues. to Sun. 10 am-4:30 pm257 Bridge Street East, Belleville K8N 1P4www.glanmore.ca232 College St. West,Belleville, OntarioK8P 2H3Tel: 613.967.1915fax: 613.967.0646ljreno@cogeco.ca44 I <strong>Country</strong> <strong>Roads</strong> • <strong>Summer</strong> <strong>2013</strong>
C o u n t r y C a l e n d a rThings to see and do in and around Hastings County.To submit your event listing email info@countryroadshastings.ca or call us at 613 395-0499.July 14 – Belleville Doll & Teddy BearShow & Sale – Fish & Game Club, ElmwoodDrive, Belleville. 10 am – 4 pm. Proceedsto charity. Contact Bev 613-966-8095July 19 - Rotary Loves Kids Golf Tournamentand Party in the Square. Heldin Belleville, come to one or both. A greatcommunity event with proceeds to benefitthe kids of Quinte. www.rotaryloveskids.com and www.partyinthesquare.comJuly 20 - Baptiste Lake Music Festivalwww.bancroftdistrict.comJuly 20 - Trenton Horticultural Societyand Garden Club Annual Flower Showand Tea Room. 1:-3:30pm. Trenton LionsClub, 77 Campbell St. Trenton. Horticulturaland design exhibits, plus refreshments. $3pp. Info call Joan at 613 392 2572 or trentonhorticulture@yahoo.caJuly 26 – 28 – 1st Bancroft Meta-Spiritual Gathering; Psychic Fair, MetaphysicalArts Trade Show, Drumming Circle,Workshops, Demos & more. Lakeside Gems,29277 Hwy 28 S., Bancroft. Info gathering@lakesidegems.comJuly 27 - Algonquins of Ontario NationGathering - North Hastings CommunityCentreAddress: 103 Newkirk Blvd., Bancroft.Hosted by: Algonquins of Kijicho ManitoMadaoriskarina (Bancroft) and Algonquinof Whitney and Area.Free admission. Vendors open 8am - 4pm.Vendor info: contact Garry Fennel atgmfennell@hotmail.com, 905-456-1423or 416-473-8856. Volunteers needed 613-338-1197 or moore.karenann@yahoo.caJuly 27 - Royal Garden Party AfternoonTea and Entertainment at MoffattManor B&B, 253 Durham St S Madoc..Sponsored by Madoc Trinity United Churchand Heart of Hastings Hospice. Tickets availableat Wilson’s of Madoc and Bush Furniture.Info call Ron at 613 473-2913July 28 - Annual Gem and MineralShow, Bancroft Legion Hall, Station Street.Exhibits and displays. Lapidary Demos.Mineral specimens. Rock and mineralidentification service. 3 silent auctions. 3door prizes. Grand live auction. Admissionis Adults $3, children and students free. Allproceeds go towards the Bancroft MineralMuseumAug 2 – 4 - Purdy Fest #7 – Livesay-Fest – People’s poetry festival honouringDorothy Livesay. Info Chris Faiers zenriver@sympatico.ca 613 472-6186August 3-4 - 32nd Annual BancroftArt & Craft Guild <strong>Summer</strong> Art & CraftShow & Sale. Millennium Park, 66 HastingsStreet North, Bancroft. Sat 10am-6pm,Sun 10am-4pm. nancybrookes@yahoo.ca613-338-5431August 9 – 11- Ribfest - West ZwicksPark, Belleville. Fundraising event for BigBrothers Big Sisters of Hastings & PrinceEdward Counties. Fabulous Ribber LineUp, Live Entertainment, Kidz Zone, RaffleDraws, Licensed Event. quinteribfest.caAugust 15 – 18 - Bancroft-MaynoothJazz & Blues Festival. Check facebookpage for details.August 15 – 18 – Stirling AgriculturalFair. www.stirlingfair.comAugust 25 - Queensborough’s AnnualTriathlon - Run/Walk, Swim, Bike Register9:30 am at QCC 1853 Queensborough Road.Do one component of the Triathlon or allthree. Make it a family event. Info Lud &Elaine Kapusta 613 473-1458August 31-September 1 -Maynooth- The 24th annual Madness is madderthan ever the organizers promise.Replacing the loggers games is theHighland Heavies on Saturday with a bigparade, along with the Farmers Marketand Horticultural Fall Fair. Sunday -MudDawgs and a turkey dinner at St. Ignatius.Info www.hastingshighlands.comSeptember 7 -Water Buffalo FoodFestival - www.gobuff.ca - Taste sampleswill Mozzarella di Bufala, Scamorzaand Ricotta cheeses produced from localwater buffalo milk. Experience little Italyin Stirling and visit a family of water buffalofrom the local farm.September 21,22,28,29 - Bancroft &Area Autumn Studio Tour- 10am to 5 pmBancroft and area. Pick up brochure/mapat many local businesses and Bancroft ArtGallerywww.bancroftstudiotour.orgkistead0@gmail.comSeptember 28 & 29 – Tweed & AreaStudio Tour. www.tweedstudiotour.orgNew location added -drop by QueensboroughCommunity Centre at 1853 Queensboroughto see great art. Chili and sweetsavailable.COUNTRY ROADS magazine is searching for anew member to join our team. The individual willbe responsible for print and online advertisingsales in North Hastings County& surrounding communities.Previous sales experience, particularly mediawould be a strong asset for this part time position.July 25 – 28 - Palmer Rapids MusicFestival, Palmer Rapids www.palmerrapids.ca/August 1 – 4 - 50th Annual RockhoundGemboree, Bancroft. Canada’slargest gem & mineral show. Shop allthings rocks and mineral from around theglobe.Raw materials to fine jewellery.www.bancroftdistrict.comAug 23 – 25 – Tweed Elvis Festival –VIVA TWEED. Tribute Artists, Contests, LocalAttractions, Classic Cars, Vegas Showcase,Youth Competition. For tickets, camping,info www.tweedelvisfestival.caIf you enjoy meeting a variety of people,businesses and being part of a locally owned andoperated magazine please contact us.Nancy Hopkins, Publisher 613.395.0499or nancy@countryroadshastings.caGILMOURSMEAT SHOPAND DELIJust over the Bay Bridgein Rossmore613 966 MEAT (6328)Quality and Excellence you can trust• Creative Cakes• Pies & Tarts• French Pastries• Fresh Bread• SpecialtyCandyHomemade Baking broughtto you by Guselle & Jodiinfo@sweettemptationsbakery.ca329 Victoria St. N., Box 508, Tweed, ON K0K 3J0613.478.2212S i n c e 1 8 7 6Naturally Aged Cheese•Fresh Curd• Local Jams & Syrups • Gift BasketsR.R. #5, 1120 COUNTY Rd. #8, CAMPBELLFORD, ONHOURS: Mon. to Sat. 8 am to 5 pm • Sun. 9 am to 5 pmwww.empirecheese.ca705-653-3187 • 1-800-461-6480<strong>Summer</strong> <strong>2013</strong> • <strong>Country</strong> <strong>Roads</strong> I45
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