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• 📱 A new app (not ours) for getting around Quinte

• 🛩️Base31’s Fall line-up + more things to do this weekend

• 🎭Quinte Arts Council award recipients

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The Digest

📱Rides on Demand App Now Available in Quinte

Quinte Transit and Loyalist College have teamed up to bring you the Rides on Demand app. This nifty app lets you schedule trips outside regular routes, making your transit experience smoother and more flexible. Available on Google Play and the Apple App Store, it’s designed to be super user-friendly. DISCLAIMER: We downloaded the app, tried it, and it was confusing in our opinion. The article has for more info, or contact Quinte Transit at [email protected] or call 613-392-9640 / 1-855-283-9640.

🌆💸Belleville and Prince Edward County Get a Boost with RED Grants

Ontario’s Rural Affairs Minister Lisa Thompson announced exciting RED grants in Belleville. The Downtown District gets $57,427 to hire Yona Harvey as the new PR and Membership Coordinator, while Prince Edward County receives $65,000 for workforce training. More on the announcement on QuinteNews. If you’re like me and don’t know what a RED grant is, it’s basically money from the Ontario government to help rural areas grow and thrive. It funds projects that create jobs, improve skills, and attract businesses. Think of it as a boost to make small towns and communities even better places to live and work.

🥰🧣🧤Keep-Kids-Warm Is Back

The “Keep Kids Warm” program is here to ensure every child has cozy winter clothing! From September 16-30, 2024, you can register online at keepkidswarm.ca from September 16-30, 2024. Prefer in-person? Head to the Belleville Police Station on September 27-28, 2024, from 9:00 AM to noon. This initiative supports working families and those in need, providing new or gently used winter clothes at no cost. For more details, call the Adopt-A-Child hotline at 613-966-0882 ext. 3410

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What’s Happenin’

✈️ Base 31 Fall Line-Up

This place churns out events like a PEZ dispenser. We honestly can’t keep up, but we’ll do our best. Here’s a good summary of what’s to come, for more details go here. Please note some events are free, others require tickets. Head directly to Base31’s website for event details before you go;

County Marathon Dinner: Pasta dinner for marathon participants on September 28, 5pm, with live music and speakers.
STUFF’D Dumpling Festival: Celebrate dumplings from around the world with live music on October 5, 10am-8pm.
Lancaster Bomber Preview: View the Lancaster Bomber from October 12-14, 10am-5pm.
AREA31 Halloween: Paranormal-themed Halloween weekend with film screenings, dance party, and family activities from October 25-27.
Live Music: Performances by Dwayne Gretzky, Kim Mitchell, Cuff The Duke, and more throughout the fall.

🌮 Mexican Independence Day
📅 Sept 15 @ 6:30pm
📍 Chilango’s, Belleville

¡Viva México! Celebrate Mexican Independence Day with Chilango’s this Sunday. They’re slinging discount Corona’s, some of the authentic Pozole and they’ve even got a Mariachi band lined up for dinner time.

🍷 Vineyards After Hours
📅 Sept 17 5pm - 8pm
📍 422 Partridge Hollow Road, Consecon

The Fall After Hours event at Redtail Vineyards offers an evening of relaxation, networking, and celebration in a picturesque vineyard setting. Enjoy wines by the glass or flights, a lite bites menu, and alcohol-free beverages. Unwind, network, and savor award-winning wines. Embrace the fall season with lawn games, a bonfire, and s’mores. RSVP at 613-965-0893 to secure your spot for this exclusive event.

🎞️ County Adaptation Film Festival
📅 Sept 27-29
📍 Various venues in PEC

The County Adaptation Film Festival (CAFF) will take place in Prince Edward County in a couple of weeks. The festival features five films, three free community experiences, two conversations, and a grand party with special guests, including authors, screenwriters, and singer-songwriters1. Events will be held at various locations, such as Regent Theatre and Armoury Square in Picton1. Festival passes are available until September 15 and provide access to all events, single tickets went live Sept 1.

Hey Parents, Listen Up!

🎣 🚨 Cops & Kids Fishing Derby
Sept 15 @ 9:30am - 12pm
Victoria Park, Belleville

It’s time for the annual Cops & Kids Fishing Derby hosted by the Belleville Police Service. Kids under 12 can enjoy a free lunch and refreshments, and the first 175 anglers to arrive will snag a cool fishing towel! The derby kicks off at 9:30 a.m. and runs until noon.

Business Spotlight

👕 Ricart Branded Apparel
📍 488 Dundas St. West

Originally hailing from Peterborough, they offer custom-branded products like sportswear, corporate attire, trophies, and more. They’ve got a showroom so you can actually touch and feel the product before you purchase. Contact Rileigh Sabourin, Branding Consultant for an appointment [email protected], visit them at 488 Dundas St. West or check out www.Ricarts.ca for details. Who doesn’t like branded clothing - BoQ Buzz socks, anyone?

Local Arts and Culture

🎭 The Quinte Arts Council 30th Annual Arts Recognition Awards Recipients

Judy Bridle: A dedicated volunteer with the Belleville Theatre Guild for over two decades, Judy has also contributed to the Quinte Ballet School, Belleville Downtown DocFest, and Quinte Arts Council Gallery.

Connie Carson: An author and local historian, Connie is best known for her book “Memories of Belleville,” which captures the city’s history through stories and photographs. She also created the Facebook group Sharing Belleville Memories, fostering community connections and preserving historical photos.

Quinte Youth Theatre: Founded by Crystal Clark and Annastacia Smith, this free program offers comprehensive musical theatre experiences for youth, including singing, dancing, acting, and technical roles. They donate their time and studio space, contributing over 300 volunteer hours annually to make the arts accessible to all young people.

Peter Paylor: A playwright, sculptor, and arts supporter, Peter hosts art exhibits, lectures, and festivals in Quinte. His play “Christmas in Rosewood” received high praise, and he continually inspires new artists through his dedication to the local arts community and his passion for producing new shows.

Prince Edward County Jazz Festival: Celebrating its 27th year, this premier jazz festival offers performances and educational opportunities throughout the region. It has grown from a small event in Picton to a year-round organization, bringing talented musicians to the area and making live music accessible to local audiences.

Bill Stearman: A quilt maker and activist, Bill discovered quilting after a leg injury in 2013. He creates gender-neutral quilts and donates proceeds to charitable causes. Bill also leads workshops on craft and activism, using his art to address social issues and support community initiatives.

Check out this article for more details on the accomplishments of these talented individuals.

Congratulations to everyone named above and thank you for your contributions to our amazing community. Hats off to you.

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