🐝 Gooood morning everybody! We’re back with the BoQ Buzz. The newsletter that comes straight to you - like a modern-day paperboy.

In this week’s buzz;

• 🚌 Bus talk

• 🎟️ Jam-packed free events this weekend

• 🏬 New businesses in downtown Belleville

• and more…

🍕 Is Belleville the Pizza capital of Canada?

Before we dive in, last week we posted a picture of a new pizza store, 241 Pizza, that is set to open up soon. It sparked quite a Facebook comment section about how Belleville has an insanely high number of pizza shops. So, we counted. The number is 23. That gives us almost 4 pizza shops per 10,000 citizens. To put that into perspective, Toronto has 2 pizza shops per 10,000 - we’re almost DOUBLE. The County had 2.4 per 10,000, and Quinte West was 1.8 per 10,000. Safe to say you Bellevillians LOVE your pies and aren’t afraid to spread the love either!

The Digest

🚍🌿 Go Transit Goes Green

Will they be made by Tesla? Will we call it a MuskBus? Anyhow, Belleville will be welcoming 4 hybrid buses, an accessible mobility bus, and 2 accessible vans, replacing old diesel ones. Plus, expect a smart fare card system, better bus stop accessibility, new sidewalks on College Street East, and a trail linking Sidney Street to the Moira River. More on the announcement.

❌🏊‍♂️ Templeman Aquatic Centre Closed

Hold your trunks! The Templeman Aquatic Centre at the Quinte Sports and Wellness Centre will be closed for annual maintenance from August 24 to September 15. During this period, the pool areas and change rooms will undergo thorough cleaning, though shower facilities will remain available. For other water activities, the Kinsmen Outdoor Community Pool is open until September 2 with pre-registration required. Additionally, the city's splash pads are open daily through Labour Day and on weekends until Thanksgiving. More details at Quinte News.

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What’s Happening

🌲 Forest Festival
📅 Aug 24 2pm - 11pm
📍 379 Hoskin Rd, Plainfield

Imagine a delightful arts festival on a charming 76-acre horse farm north of Belleville, celebrating folk music, nature-inspired art, and rural living. Wander trails through fields and forests with art installations leading to the main performance area. This family-friendly event offers activities for all ages, both on the farm and in the woods, with a music lineup featuring local and touring folk artists.

👕 Vintage Clothing Pop-Up by CVLTURE
📅 Aug 25 12pm - 6pm
📍 407 N Front St

Go get some nostalgia in your life and maybe in your closet. $20 vintage streetwear pop up sale. Free entry. 1 Day only. Fairfield inn and suites.

🐄 Shannonville World’s Fair
📅 Aug 23-25
📍 363 McFarlane Rd, Shannonville

This year’s fair is packed with fun for everyone, featuring horse and tractor pulls, demolition derbies, 4-H shows, and a foam party! Don’t miss the new musical performances, drumming ceremonies, and the thrilling zucchini races. It’s the perfect family outing with tons of activities, delicious food trucks, and community spirit. Check out the site for all the info, there’s tons going on!

🐉Dragon Boat Races
📅 Aug 24 9am - 4pm
📍 Victoria Park, Belleville

This year's Dragon Boat Festival is not just about the thrill of the race; it's also about giving back. Part of the proceeds will support Gleaners Food Bank (Quinte) and the Salvation Army. Spectators are welcome, feel free to go early to snag a good spot and, if you can, bring a donation for the Gleaners Food Bank. There will also be a silent auction supporting BDBC and plenty of food vendors to enjoy at the festival.

🤡 Buskerfest
📅 Aug 24
📍 Front St, Belleville

Downtown Belleville's second annual Buskerfest! This spectacular event features a mix of world-renowned and local performers, set to captivate people of all ages. It's a celebration of creativity, skill, and community spirit that's not to be missed!

Business Spotlight

📸 Lavish Studio Creations
📍 303 Front St, Downtown Belleville

A new studio added some colour to the downtown scene last week. Lavish Studio Creations, owned by Megan Sharkey, offers an exquisite destination for crafting lasting memories with stylish and engaging photography settings. Ideal for families, friends, couples, models, cosplayers, influencers, and photographers, Megan’s studio caters to all. Beyond photography, this adaptable venue is perfect for various events. Host your next celebration, from bachelorette parties to birthdays, or corporate gatherings with their full-service catering and bar options.

🛒 Mothers Treasure African Grocery Store
📍 371 Front St, Downtown Belleville

A second addition to Belleville’s Downtown district - this one aims to add some flavour to the strip. Mothers Treasure is the place to be for a taste of Africa. Swing by and stock up on genuine foods and spices that'll make your kitchen the talk of the town.

🏌️ Target Indoor Golf
📍610 Dundas St E Unit 5, Belleville

Ever dreamt of golfing at 3 AM in your pajamas? Well, dream no more! Target Indoor Golf in has got you covered with their 24/7 automated golf simulators. Yes, you heard that right—golfing around the clock! These high-tech gizmos offer spot-on swing analysis, so you can finally figure out why your ball always ends up in the neighbor's yard. And with a range of membership options, you can swing, slice, and shank to your heart's content.

Hey Parents, Listen Up!

🏊‍♂️🏃‍♀️Quinte Sports and Wellness Centre Fall Registration

Registration is split into two weeks: one for land-based activities and another for aquatic programs. The Activity Guide drops online and at the front desk on August 16, 2024, at 8:30 a.m. Land program sign-ups start August 26 for City Residents and August 29 for Non-City Residents. Dive into aquatic program registration on September 3 for City Residents and September 6 for Non-City Residents. Excited to join any activities?

🎺 Brass in The Park
📅 Aug 24 11am - 3pm
📍 McCaulay Park, Picton

The Prince Edward County Chamber Music Festival presents a free outdoor concert at 2 p.m. in Macaulay Heritage Park. Enjoy an electrifying performance by the renowned Hannaford Street Silver Band. Don’t miss this world-class brass ensemble!

🎂 Bloomfield-Hallowell Branch Library's Birthday Party
📅Aug 23 2pm - 5pm
📍 300 Bloomfield Main St, Bloomfield

Celebrate with The Friends of the Bloomfield Hallowell Branch Library - they’re turning 101! There’ll be cake, lemonade, entertainment, and a silent auction. More here

Let us bring the fun to you

^{County Axe is a mobile axe throwing venue serving the county and surrounding areas. Available for any type of event, County Axe will bring their set up to your desired location and provide entertainment for all your guests. @countyaxe countyaxe.ca Jeff Radford 613-885-2868 [email protected]}

Local Sports Highlights

⚾ Royals take the Throne

The 10U Quinte Royals baseball team has once again proven their dominance on the field by securing the Eastern Ontario Baseball Association (EOBA) Championship title for the second consecutive year. After a thrilling weekend of baseball action, the Royals displayed exceptional skill, determination, and teamwork to emerge as champions. Congratulations to the team below! (per quinteroyalsbaseball.com)

10U Head Coach Nathan Vader

🎤🎸Live Music Insider

Aug 22

• Acoustic Grill - Graven @ 7pm

• The Cardinal - Dan Clost & D-Shootz @ 8pm

• Waring House - Reasons Duo @ 6:30

Aug 23

• Acoustic Grill - Wilson Hillman @ 7pm

• Capers - Cameron Wyatt @ 6pm

• The Pier - Maple Drive @ 7pm

• North Docks - John Sharkey @ 7pm

• Old Church Theatre - Steve Payne @ 7pm

• Smokin 116 Bistro - @ 7pm

• Waring House - Tom Leighton & Conrad Kipling @ 6:30

Aug 24

• Acoustic Grill - Cameron & Cameron @ 7pm

• Meyers Creek - Toby Farrell @ 7pm

• Local Social House - Matt Smith @ 8pm

• Beaufort Pub - Chromeheart @ 1pm & 4pm

• The Pier - Scott Maybee @ 7pm

• The Cardinal - Mike O’Donnell @ 9pm

• North Docks - Dusty Keller @ 8pm

• Old Church Theatre - @ 7pm

• Waring House - Tom Leighton & Conrad Kipling @ 6:30

@THEBOQBUZZ

Where were we last week? In honour of the Paris Olypmics closing, we went for coffee at L’Auberge De France. Oui oui - you were right @courtneygenereaux, @jodie_jenkins, and @chuckydigital.

THANK YOU

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