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Gooood morning Bay of Quinte! 👋 

Ever wonder why May Two-Four isn’t on May 24? Us too.

Turns out it used to be. But back in 1952, Canada made it official: Victoria Day would be celebrated on the Monday before May 25 to guarantee a long weekend.

There it is — simple as that, and absolutely nothing to do with a case of beer.

New location, same great taste

TOGETHER WITH THAIRIFIC

Thairific is now serving up bold Thai flavours at the Habitat for Humanity ReStore on Bell Blvd — open six days a week from 12–6:30 p.m.

Check their website for up-to-date hours, special pop-ups, and event bookings. Planning something special? Thairific caters everything from team lunches to big celebrations with a customizable menu of flavour-packed apps and unforgettable entrées.

Follow them on Facebook and Instagram for mouthwatering updates and exclusive offers.

News Notes

🚧 $2 Million Provincial Grant to Resurface Bloomfield Main Street Prince Edward County has received over $2 million through the Connecting Links Program to resurface a 1.1 km stretch of Bloomfield Main Street, with planning in 2025 and construction in 2026. Prince Edward County

🐾 Humane Society adds two new directors to volunteer Board The Board of Directors has unanimously welcomed Katherine MacIver and Ashley Rushnell to the Humane Society Board, bringing expertise in board governance, fundraising, education and community outreach to complement the existing team. InQuinte

Human remains discovered near Highway 49 Police are investigating the discovery of human remains near Highway 49 in Tyendinaga Mohawk Territory, with officials noting the remains appear to have been there for an extended period of time. Source: InQuinte

Local Biz

💪 Evolve Wellness Studio Brings Body-Positive Movement to Downtown Belleville Jessica Purchase's bright, open Evolve Wellness Studio on Front Street offers everything from massage therapy to yoga classes in a uniquely body-positive environment, all guided by her inclusive mantra to "Move, Fuel, Respect, Challenge—but above all, Love your body." Downtown Belleville

✨ New Belleville spa Riviera Skin and Beauty Rejuvenation just opened on Victoria Ave. with microneedling, injectables, body sculpting and other ways to defy time—see what went down at the grand opening.

Local business reader recommendations are welcome, go here.

City

📫 City Urges Alternate Payment Methods Amid Potential Postal Strike With potential Canada Post disruptions starting May 23, Belleville residents are encouraged to avoid mailing payments or time-sensitive documents. The City has outlined several alternative payment options for property taxes, water bills, and other services. These include in-person payments at City Hall, online banking, pre-authorized payment plans, and using secure drop boxes. Residents can also sign up for paperless billing through my.belleville.ca, which provides real-time access to billing details and transaction history. City of Belleville.

🚧 Road Maintenance Work Begins May 20 Preventative maintenance through crack sealing will begin this Tuesday on Palmer Road, Bleeker Avenue, and portions of Chatham Street. This maintenance method helps extend asphalt life and prevents road deterioration, with work expected to be completed by May 30. Source: City of Belleville

Events

Wine & Dine on Chardonnay Day 
Thursday May 22 | 4–8 PM | decanter PEC, Wellington
Kick off Chardonnay Day with a walk-around tasting of newly released Prince Edward County wines, where winemakers chat up their craft. Option to settle in for a cozy four-course, plant-based dinner paired with small-batch Ontario Chardonnays.

Women In Golf Week- Paint Night: Golf Edition
Tuesday, May 28 | 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM | Trillium Wood Golf Club |
This laid-back evening invites guests to sip, snack, and paint a golf-themed masterpiece with step-by-step instruction—no experience needed, just $35 and a creative spirit.

Mary Street Vintage Community Appreciation Party
Sunday, June 1 | 1:00–4:00pm | 65 Mary Street, Picton |
This garden party is bringing the good stuff—homemade snacks, vinyl beats by @deserters.records, pop-up vendors like @hannahmelnykmakes and @littleowljewelry, plus sales and surprise freebies for a sunny afternoon with the Mary Street Vintage crew.

Announced

Picton Fashion Week | June 1–7 | Downtown Picton
This weeklong celebration of local fashion, community, and creativity features everything from open-late shopping and live music on Friday night to two showcase runway events on Saturday that put Picton’s small biz style front and center.

🌳 Free fun in the park? Mark your calendar for June 3 The second annual Activities in the Park bash is breezing back into town, packing free games, activities, and that “I-should’ve-packed-sunscreen” vibe between 3–7pm. The party’s hosted by Quinte Sports & Wellness Centre, so yes—expect some wholesome chaos.

_{Note: Events may be cancelled or have changed times. Be sure to see our event calendar and reach out to the venue before going.}

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Trending Coast 2 Coast

📮 Canada Post workers issue strike notice for May 23 Canada Post delivery could be disrupted starting next week as workers from both urban and rural bargaining units issued a strike notice on Monday. The Canadian Union of Postal Workers (CUPW) has set May 23 as the potential strike date if ongoing negotiations don't resolve their concerns. Source: Global News

📺 From crash survivor to Paralympic hopeful — now on screen Ryan Straschnitzki, paralyzed in the tragic Humboldt Broncos bus crash, is the focus of a new six-part docuseries that goes far beyond the wreckage, spotlighting his pivot from para hockey to a bold pursuit of Paralympic basketball. Source: Globe & Mail

Worth The Read

• 🍳 Eggs Florentine Smitten Kitchen makes a compelling case for enjoying brunch at home.

• 🌱 How to plant sweet potato slips in your vegetable garden — Learn the essential first steps to successfully growing sweet potatoes in your home garden.

• 😤 3 Simple Tricks To Stop Toddler Tantrums — Experts recommend identifying the root cause of tantrums, offering "micro-choices" to give toddlers a sense of control.

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Weather

Tuesday
High 15°C 🌡️ Low 7°C | ☁️/🌧️ |

Wednesday
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Signing Off

That’s everything for today Quinte - share this with someone who has a toddler. And send them a coffee…

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