Whats a royal playlist?

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🌮 Congrats to Helen H on winning your $50 Chilango’s gift card!

Gooood morning, Bay of Quinte! Do you have a go-to music playlist? So does King Charles—and he just dropped his favorite songs for the world to see. No Avril Lavigne or Andy Forgie songs listed — but it’s packed with Kylie, Beyoncé, and Bob Marley. Royal vibes.

Today Around The Bay:

• Find a proper stout in the BOQ

• New bar DT Belleville

• March menu madness - Acoustic Grill

And much more…

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Weather

Wednesday
High 0°C 🌡️ Low -5°C | 🌥️ | 10% | NNW 20 km/h

Thursday
High 9°C 🌡️ Low 1°C | 🌤️ | 10% | WSW 15 km/h

Stout if from the rooftops!

Where to find a proper stout in the Bay of Quinte

St. Patrick’s Day lands on a Monday this year, which means one thing—celebrations all weekend long. If you’re looking for a local spot to enjoy a well-earned Guinness (or a local stout), here’s where to go:

• The Beaufort Pub | Guinness on tap, poured properly by trained staff. This spot will be packed, so get in early (and maybe come back for round two).

• The Acoustic Grill | Picton’s go-to for a perfectly poured Guinness—shamrock in the foam included. Add live music, and you’ve got a St. Paddy’s dream.

• Piper Arms | With a brand-new Trenton location fresh off its grand opening, plus its Belleville spot, these pubs will be slinging Guinness all weekend and into Monday. Try them both and see who pours it best.

Did we miss your go-to spot? Check out our full list of where to find Guinness and local stouts across the region.

The Mid-Week Skimm;

Corbyville Resident Wins Big in ALCDSB 50/50 Raffle
Jennifer McCoy, an educator with the Algonquin and Lakeshore Catholic District School Board (ALCDSB), won $13,633.50 in the board’s first-ever 50/50 raffle. The fundraiser, which raised a total of $27,267, supports the ALCE Foundation in providing financial assistance to students and families in need. (Source: ALCDSB)

Strength in Sound
Is bringing live music, local business giveaways, and community spirit to Signal Brewery this Friday, all in support of the Three Oaks Foundation. Hosted by Loyalist College PR students, the event features a live auction and donation-based entry—so bring your wallet and your best dance moves. (InQuinte)

47th Waterfowl Weekend Lands in Brighton
Spring migration season is here, and Presqu’ile Provincial Park is rolling out the welcome mat for over 20 species of waterfowl—and thousands of eager birdwatchers! Join naturalist-led viewings, family-friendly activities, and a fundraising BBQ on March 15-16 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Bonus: Volunteer telescopes help you get up close with the feathered VIPs. (Source: Brighton Today)

Bay of Quinte Pride Seeks Passionate Board Members
Bay of Quinte Pride is looking for volunteers to join its Board of Directors and help drive inclusion, advocacy, and celebration in the region. (Source: The Intelligencer)

Rockstars Bar & Grill Rocks Downtown Belleville 
Just open - Rockstars Bar & Grill at 190 Front St. Expect burgers, poutines, and sandwiches served up with a side of cozy vibes and friendly faces. (Source: City of Belleville | Municipal Government)

Animals & Ales
For just $1 per vote, you can enter your pet in a contest to be the face of an exclusive beer label—because every sip should come with a good cause. Cast your vote before March 17. (Source: Instagram/@gillinghambrewing)

Spring Programs at Quinte Sports & Wellness Centre
Let’s leave winter behind, agreed? Registration for spring programs at Quinte Sports & Wellness Centre is almost here! Land programs kick off the week of March 24, while aquatics make a splash starting April 8. (Source: Quinte Sports & Wellness Centre)

Free Pop-Up Alert 
Got a cool product to share? Carsons Garden Market is giving local vendors and artisans a chance to shine with a weekend pop-up—totally free. You keep 100% of your sales, so it’s all about supporting small and shopping local. Slide into their DMs to grab your spot! (Source: Instagram)

Quinte West wants your input on city assets- Roads, parks, and public facilities—Quinte West wants to know what matters most to you! The city is collecting feedback through the ‘Strong City, Strong Assets’ survey to help shape future maintenance and improvements. Have your say before the survey closes on March 31. (Source: City of Quinte West)

Ready for Kindergarten?

A message from ALCDSB

Welcome to Kindergarten! Starting school is an exciting time for young children and families. If your child was born in 2021, now is the time to register for Kindergarten for the 2025-2026 school year! Register online today!

Volunteer Opportunities

In Partnership With Volunteer In Quinte

Reaching for Rainbows is seeking volunteers to spend a couple of hours engaged in rewarding and interesting activities with the girls’ activities.

Community Care South Hastings is currently seeking volunteers for their Volunteer Driving program. Volunteers provide door-to-door transportation to individuals both local and long distance. Orientation, training, and mileage is provided.

Quinte West Youth Centre (QWYC) is actively seeking volunteers to fill vacant positions on their Board of Directors. Ideal candidates will have backgrounds in human resources, marketing, communications, or law.

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What’s Happenin’ (The St. Pat’s Version)

Wednesday

Vinyl Listening Party – Irish Edition | 6-8pm | Meyers Creek Brewing
Drop the needle on classic Irish vinyl and sip on a perfectly poured pint.

Friday, March 14

St. Patrick’s Day at The Local Social House | 12-11 p.m.
Dublin Lawyer Shrimp, Guinness Chocolate Cake, and a whole lot of Irish cheer.

St. Patty’s Party & Fundraiser | 7 p.m. | These 4 Walls, Trenton
East Coast Celtic vibes + a charcuterie buffet. Ticket sales help support local families in need.

Saturday

St. Patrick’s Day Crafts | 10-11 a.m. | Belleville Public Library
Grab the kids and get crafty—rainbows, leprechauns, and all things green.

St. Patrick’s Day Vendor Show | 10 a.m.-3 p.m. | Tweed Lions Hall
Shop small, support local, and find some lucky treasures.

Monday, March 17

Live Music: Cat Named Earl | Meyers Creek Brewing
Green beer, Irish stout, and folk-rock jams to keep the party going.

St. Patrick’s Day at The Beaufort Pub | 2 p.m.
Live music, Irish dancers, and a corned beef & cabbage feast.

St. Patrick’s Day at Gillingham Brewing | 2-9 p.m.
20 beers on tap, Irish-inspired bites, and live music from Donny Tait.

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

To see an awesome list of events for the area, hit the button below.

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Business Spotlight

​🍽️ Welcome back to March Menu Madness. In each newsletter for the rest of March, we're spotlighting a local eatery and giving away a $50 gift card to one lucky subscriber. How do you enter? Once you click or tap the restaurants menu link below, you’ll automatically be entered into the draw. We’ll email the winner with the details!

Wings and live tunes? Yup.

Brought to you by The Acoustic Grill

Tucked away in downtown Picton off Main St, The Acoustic Grill is where top-notch wings meet even better live music. A place for locals and tourists alike, everyone is having a good time when they are at the acoustic. Oh, and keep the live music calendar handy.

Check them out here. (psst—this is how you enter)

Thanks for reading — send this to someone who owes you a Guinness.

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