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Gooood morning Bay of Quinte!

The mornings are getting cooler and the days a little crisper—but that doesn’t mean the fun is slowing down. In fact, it’s the perfect time to explore, unwind, and soak up the beauty around us.

🌸 One must-do this month? A visit to Willows Flower Farm, where September means peak bloom. Wander through fields bursting with colour, handpick your favourites from over 40 stunning varieties, and create your own bouquet to take home. It’s a photo-worthy escape just 10 minutes from downtown Belleville.

Flower fields not your thing? No worries—there’s plenty more to discover around the Bay. Keep scrolling!

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.

🍽️ Local Councillor Serves Up 'Speeder's Special' at Restaurant
Here's a tasty bit of protest from Belleville Councillor Kelly Henderson. Her Quinte Restaurant is offering 10% off dinner entrées to anyone with a local speed camera ticket through October. Talk about putting your menu where your motion is - Henderson's recent attempt to limit camera hours was defeated at council. (InQuinte) Read More →

🅿️ Downtown Belleville Parking Fees Set to Jump
Heads up, downtown drivers - parking rates in Belleville's city centre will soon rise from $1 to $1.50 per hour. Time to check those coin holders! The comprehensive study also recommends boosting monthly permits to $75 and adding more accessible spaces. (The Intelligencer) Read More →

❄️ Belleville Gears Up for Winter with Major Hiring Event
Looking to earn some winter cash? The City of Belleville is hiring 14 casual labourers for its winter operations team just in time for snow season. The two-day hiring event takes place at 31 Wallbridge Cres on Sept 23-24, with both morning and afternoon sessions available. (City of Belleville) Read More →

🏗️ Major Trail Works Coming to Wellington's Millennium Path
Drilling and blasting operations are set to begin on Wellington's Millennium Trail between our favourite walking spots at Belleville and Consecon Streets. The 45-day project starts September 8th, running weekdays from 8am-5pm, to install essential water infrastructure. Listen for three warning sirens before each blast. (InQuinte) Read More →

🕯️ Memorial Monument Honours Beloved Belleville Nurse
A touching tribute called "Shannan's Light" has been unveiled outside Belleville General Hospital's emergency department, marking a space for healing and hope. The grey stone monument honours registered nurse Shannan Hickey, featuring her beloved pets and offering vital resources for those affected by intimate partner violence. (The Intelligencer) Read More →

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🎵 Beautiful View Music Festival | September 13th | 3:00 - 10:30 PM | Downtown Belleville
Indie music takes over downtown Belleville with intimate performances at local haunts before the grand finale at Capers - perfect for music lovers who prefer their tunes with a side of small-town charm.

🚗 Junk in the Trunk Sale | September 21 | 8am-2pm | Humane Society HPE
Pop your trunk and turn it into a pop-up shop at this flea market fundraiser where your castoffs help cats and canines in need.

🎬 Gilmore Girls Weekend | Sept 19-21 | All Day | 5379 Old Hwy 2
Channel your your inner Lorelai with character-inspired drinks, marathon viewing sessions, and Friday night trivia that would make Emily proud.

🦙 Alpaca Ridge Farms Fall Market | September 27 | 11 AM - 4 PM | Stirling, ON
Get up close and personal with these adorable woolly divas while browsing 25 local vendors at this charming farm's National Alpaca Day celebration.

Monday: ☁️ High 20°C / Low 7°C - scattered clouds

Tuesday: ☀️ High 23°C / Low 9°C - clear sky

🌡️ View current weather here.

🚗 See live traffic here.

⛽ Check out local gas prices here.

That’s a wrap on Monday’s roundup! 🍂 Whether you're grooving downtown, cuddling alpacas, or snagging a ‘Speeder’s Special’—there’s no shortage of ways to stay connected, curious, and community-minded around the Bay.

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