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🐝 Gooood morning everybody! The Bay of Quinte Buzz is back with the newsletter that will keep your calendar busy this October. Share this with a friend who’s always saying they are bored. 🥱 

In today’s buzz;

• Quintelicious menu’s are online. 🤤

• You can’t be bored this week with all of these great events. 😎

• Sell your old car. 🚙 

and more…

🎥 Out Now: No Dress Rehearsal

This isn’t local news, but these guys are from just East of us on the 401 and we thought our subscribers would want to know. The Tragically Hip released the highly anticipated “No Dress Rehearsal” documentary on Prime Video. Check out the trailer here. Disclaimer: Have a tissue ready. Or the entire box.

*🔧💧In partnership with Johnson Plumbing

💧Proudly serving the Quinte area, Johnson’s Plumbing specializes in new builds, renovations, and comprehensive service solutions. We also offer expert well and water treatment services, as well as commercial plumbing. Trust us for all your plumbing needs! Call Bryson at 613-242-2881 - tell him you saw this on the BoQ Buzz for a free estimate.💧

The Digest

🎊 A weekend to Remember Across the Entire Bay of Quinte Area!

What. A. Weekend. The 15th Annual Rotary Porchfest saw record-breaking attendance, the 21st County Marathon celebrated fitness and camaraderie, and Brighton Applefest’s 50th anniversary drew huge crowds. The new County Adapted Film Festival kicked off with a sold-out start. These events showcased the region's engagement and positivity, bringing people together to celebrate music, fitness, tradition, and the arts. The community truly knows how to show up and show out.

🍲 Quintelicious Menus are Live!

Quintelicious kicks off next Wednesday. Reserve your spots and check out the prix-fixe menu’s here. Check out this menu by Kafana - a new restaurant taking over the Quinte Corner Cafe’s old location.

🏒 Memorial Marketplace Update

The historic Belleville Memorial Arena is being transformed into Memorial Market Place, a retail and lifestyle hub opening in Fall 2024. The project will preserve the building’s charm while adding 15,000 square feet each of retail space and an event center. Tenants include Cracked Glass Design, PEC Wine Club, and Benji’s Café. The development aims to boost Belleville’s economy and community spirit. Cracked Glass Design is looking to open October 15, 2024. Read the full press release here. 

Business Spotlight

💪🧠 Positive Path Performance
Ramada by Wyndham
11 Bay Bridge Road, Main Floor Unit 103, Belleville

Looking to level up your health and wellness? Look no further - join Andrew Maraj at Positive Path Performance. He offers Fascial Stretch Therapy, Energy work, and Personal Training. Maraj started the business to integrate these modalities, achieving client results while being flexible to meet diverse needs. They emphasize a supportive environment where clients feel safe, heard, and cared for, fostering growth and gratitude. Located in Belleville, they continue to expand their reach. Find them on Instagram @stretchmasterflex and @positivepathperformance, or visit www.positivepathperformance.com.

😥 Idle Wild PEC
305 Main street Wellington

Idle Wild’s last day was on September 29. They expressed heartfelt gratitude to everyone who supported, encouraged, and helped them throughout their journey. You’ll be missed and best of luck on your next journey.

*Peter Smith GM

Looking to sell your car? Peter Smith GM is buying! Get top dollar for your used vehicle with a fast, easy process. No trade-in required, all makes and models welcome. Contact Liam Wells at Peter Smith GM at 613-968-6767 for a free, no-obligation offer. Turn your car into cash today!

What’s Happenin’

🍺 Oktoberfest
📅 October 5, 2024
📍 Meyers Creek Brewing Company, Belleville

Prost! Join the Bavarian fun at Meyers Creek Brewing Company’s 2nd Annual Oktoberfest. Enjoy a fantastic lineup of craft beers, including the special “Hayride” blend, delicious German-inspired food, live music, and games. Dress in your best lederhosen or dirndl and join the festivities for a celebration of all things Oktoberfest.

🌟 Light the Night Belleville & Area 
📅 October 5, 2024, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
📍 West Zwick’s Park, Lion’s Pavilion, Belleville

Join The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society of Canada for an evening of community support. This event brings the community together to shine a light for a future without blood cancers. Enjoy a night of remembrance, hope, and solidarity as you walk to illuminate the darkness.

👗 Ladies’ Night Out
📅 October 3, 2024, 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
📍 Downtown Trenton

Hey ladies - enjoy an evening of shopping, dining, and entertainment in downtown Trenton. This event showcases local businesses and creates a lively atmosphere with special deals, live music, and more.

🧘🐕 Puppy Yoga
📅 October 4th, 2024, 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
📍 St. Matthew’s United Church, 25 Holloway St, Belleville

Join Mikenzie for a 40-minute yoga class with adorable Golden Retriever puppies! Enjoy playful interactions as the puppies nibble, lick, chew, and snuggle. This session will leave you relaxed and rejuvenated. Children 8+ are welcome, and all mats are provided. Please sign up at Yoga with Mikenze.

🎸 Dwayne Gretzky
📅 October 5, 2024, 7:30 PM
📍 Base31, Drill Hall, Picton

Rock out with Dwayne Gretzky, Canada’s ultimate nostalgia band. They’ll take you on a musical journey through the greatest hits of the 70s, 80s, 90s, and 2000s. Expect electrifying renditions of classics from Fleetwood Mac to Fatboy Slim. Tickets and more here.

🎃 Fall Pumpkin Community Event
📅 October 5, 2024, 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
📍 Creasy’s Apple Dabble Family Farm, Waupoos

The County Guys Real Estate Group are holding their second annual fall pumpkin event. Enjoy wagon rides, pumpkin decorating, hot apple cider, and donuts. Bring a donation for the local food bank and take home a pumpkin just in time for Thanksgiving!

Art, Theatre & Culture
Please check all links for tickets and updates before you go

🎨 Oil Theory with Stewart Jones 
📅 October 3rd, 2024, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM 📍 
Baxter Arts Centre, Bloomfield

Learn the fundamentals of oil painting with Stewart Jones. Register for the session here.

🎤 First Tuesday Muse Poetry & Spoken Word Open Mic 
📅 October 1st, 2024, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
📍 Finn’s Pub, Madoc

Share your poetry or spoken word work in a supportive environment. No cover charge. More details here.

🧶Rug Hooking with Wanda Elliott 
📅 October 2nd, 2024, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
📍 These 4 Walls, Trenton

Learn the art of rug hooking with Wanda Elliott. Suitable for beginners and experienced hookers. More information here.

🎨 Life Drawing Open Studio 
📅 October 2nd, 2024, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
📍 Parrott Gallery, Belleville

Join an open studio session for life drawing. All skill levels welcome. More information here.

Local Sports

Wellington Dukes

⏪ Past games;

📅 Upcoming Wellington Dukes games:

Trenton Golden Hawks

⏪ Past games;

📅 Upcoming Trenton Golden Hawks games:

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