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In today’s buzz;

• Porchfest breakdown

• Why not head to Tweed this weekend?

• Big honour for a small town theatre

  and more…

Before we dive in, earlier this week I asked where to go for chicken wings in a Facebook neighbours group (always some interesting commentary, let me tell ya!). That caused quite the debate - where is the best place to get a basket of drums n flats?Let’s get some real results here, shall we? We’ll post the winner in next week’s newsletter. Share with friends to see what they think.

The Digest

🎸🏡 Porchfest
Sept 28
Old East Hill, Belleville

Porchfest is almost here. I once heard someone call it “Belleville’s homecoming” and I can’t help but to think that it really does feel like that sort of vibe - in the best way. You’ve got your yeti cup full, family and friends around, the tunes are echoing in the Easthill streets as you cruise around from porch to porch and watch some of the regions most amazing local artists - performing all kinds of different genres. We checked in with Porchfest organizer, Rotary Club of Belleville member, and most importantly, vocalist of the Impish Grins - Sam Brady about Porchfest. Here’s a summary of what he had to say.

Brief History
Started in 2009 by Ken Hudson and Lucinda Pritchard until 2014. Porchfest has grown to 60 venues and is organized by Sam Brady and the Rotary Club.

Schedule
Morning Kickoff
10 AM: Start your day at East Hill Park with a family concert by Andy Forgie.

12 PM: Head over to the Glanmore House for another concert, featuring some newcomers.

Opening Ceremonies
Ceremony will be brief and sweet, with swag like Porchfest buttons and guitar picks.

Main Event (1pm - 4pm):
60+ artists across all genres—heavy metal, a cappella, pop, folk, you name it! Walk around the beautiful old East Hill, enjoy the music, and soak in the community vibes.

Afterparty (4pm)
Move downtown for more tunes with Big Black Smoke, and keep the party going until 9:30 PM with Ed’s Garage.

Porchfest Checklist

• Bring a travel mug for drinks.

• Wagon for belongings.

• Grab a $35 T-shirt from the Rotary Club of Belleville at Queen Street and Bleecker Avenue.

• Lawn chair.

• Support local groups like the Girl Guides selling cookies and hockey teams running barbecues.

• Appreciation for these awesome artists!

It’s all volunteer-driven, zero budget event, showcasing the amazing community spirit of Belleville. The event supported by the City of Belleville, Snap360, the Glannmore House and the Rotary Club (donations greatfully accepted).

So, park your car, walk around, meet new people, and enjoy a day full of music and fun! Let’s show our support. Full event details here.

Business Spotlight

🍲 Pho Blue Basil

Downtown Belleville seems to have something new pop up every week. The food scene is really starting to diversify. Note: they are NOT open yet. This is just a teaser. Check out the menu here on the website. You can bet we’ll have more details very soon on the opening.

🌊 Meyer’s Pier Calls it a Season

Your favourite, local, harbourfront patio wrapped up the season last weekend. In a year which had its ups and downs with weather they made the most of it and the tunes were rockin’, the deep fried pickles were hot and the beer was ice cold. We’ll see you back on the pier next summer!

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What’s Happenin’

🎶🍀🍻½ Way to St. Patrick’s Day Party
Sept 20 @ 7pm
Beafort Pub, Belleville

Sure, I’ll take any excuse to celebrate St. Patricks Day again. “The Practice Round,” is a ½ way to St. Patrick’s Day fundraiser for Gleaners Foodbank on September 20th from 7-11 pm. Enjoy live Irish music, food specials, green beer, prizes, and a mashed potato eating contest. Plus, 10% of all food purchases will be donated to the food bank.

🎶 New to the Karlo Stage 
Sept 21
6:30pm - 8:30pm

Sadie McFadden! Sadie, a jazz-trained blues, soul, and folk rock vocalist, has performed with Lorde and toured extensively. Enjoy her music, wine, and light bites. No tickets needed, but arrive early! 🍷🎤

🥩 Taste Of Tweed
Sept 22 @ 11am - 3pm
Memorial Park, Tweed

Head north on 37 this Sunday for what sounds like a beautiful afternoon in Tweed. Check out the farmers market tour and appetizers from five local chefs, including Aniko Fenyvesi (Cube Coffee Bar), Chef Michal Rajczewski (By Chef Michal), Ashlea Fox (The Vintage Kitchen), Tara Palmateer, and Terri Ward (A&T Catering). The event starts at 11 a.m., and tickets are $25. Grab your tickets here!

🎃 Tweed Harvest Festival
Sept 20-22
Municipality of Tweed

Another great fall festival! Bring out your inner Martha Stewart and take on a baking contest, trivia, live music, a car show, and more. Fun for the whole family with vendors, games, and delicious food. Full event schedule here!

Art, Theatre & Culture

🎭 Small Town Theatre Honoured a in Big Way

Hats off to the Tweed & Company Theatre! They’ve been honoured as the Top Performing Arts Venue in the Ontario’s Choice Awards by Attractions Ontario. Voting took place over two months, ending on September 8th, across eight categories. The theatre sits atop the podium with some very big names like the Toronto Zoo and Aga Khan Museum. For the full list of winners, visit the Attractions Ontario website.

🎤 Night Kitchen Too
📅 Sept 21 7:30pm - 9:30pm
📍 Pinnacle Playhouse, Belleville

Reminder to catch this much anticipated event this weekend. Night Kitchen Too has it all - live music, poetry, spoken word, theatre excerpts and more. Held at The Pinnacle Playhouse, the new season starts this weekend. Tickets are $10 at the door. Check it out, proceeds go to the Belleville Theatre Guild.

🎃 Beetlejuice Beetlejuice 
🗓️ Sept 21st-26th
📍 Regent Theatre, Picton

Could you find a better place to watch the second Beetlejuice other than this classic old-timey theatre? Enjoy the eerie fun all week long. Check the theater’s site for showtimes and tickets. 👻🍿 More info.

Local Sports

🥅 B-Sens Home Opener Weekend Details

It’s hard to think it’s almost hockey season when it nearly hit 30 degrees today, but in a month the B-Sens will be set for puck drop. On October 19, the B-Sens take on the Utica Comets at 7:00 p.m., followed by a game against the Syracuse Crunch on October 20 at 3:00 p.m. Meet the team, and get autographs. Oh, and don’t miss the postgame autograph session on Sunday. For more details, visit the Belleville Sens website or their social media channels. Let’s go, B-Sens! 🚨🥅

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