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Storrington Lions are selling Raffle tickets to help with rejuvenation of their hall.  Tickets are $10 each and will be drawn on July 1st at 2pm at Storrington Lions Canada Day Celebrations.  Prizes are 1st - $2500, 2nd - $1000, 3rd - $500.  Contact Marie at 613-449-4744 to get your tickets and for more information.

Sentinels Canada is a local registered not for profit motorcycle organization that advocate for children who have been abused or bullied.  On Saturday June 7, 2025 Sentinels Canada are hosting our annual fundraiser the "FREEDOM FROM FEAR" motorcycle ride help us promote awareness and raise funds to help support our programs.  This event will be at the Royal Canadian Legion 560 Branch located at 734 Montreal Street from 9am until 2pm.   At our event we will be having a BBQ, there will be door prizes and a poker hand prize that all registered participants can have a chance to win.  And we will be holding a silent auction with some great prizes. Whether you ride or not you can come out and support our event.   Interested in becoming a member or volunteer please reach out to us at info@sentinelscanada.com or 343-364-1635.

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We are having our First Yard sale.

House hold, books, electronics, Xmas decorations, clothing etc.

Everything $2.00 each.

🎉 Join Us for a Weekend of Culture, Comedy & Community! 🇵🇹🌍🎶

📅 Friday, June 6 – Laugh & Dance the Night Away!

Start the weekend with a Comedy Show featuring The Portuguese Kids  😂 & Mike Rita 🎤—a night full of laughs you won’t forget!

Then stick around for our 80s/90s Dance Party 🕺💃—dance to your favorite throwback hits! 🎶

📅 Saturday, June 7 – Multicultural Celebration

From 12 PM to 7 PM, enjoy a full day of culture, flavor, and fun—hosted by Ben Fate (@comedyportuguese) 🎤!

🎭 Live Entertainment every 30 minutes, featuring:

Rancho Folclorico de Chatham 

Picko Dance Group 💃

Maky Ukrainian Dance Ensemble 🇺🇦

Los Encantos Kingston Latin Dance Team 💃

Kingston Irish Dancers 🍀

Bhangra Folk Dance 🇮🇳

Rob Roy Band & Highland Dancers 🎶

Chinese Folk Dancers 🇨🇳

...and the Kingston Portuguese Folklore Dancers 🇵🇹!

PLUS:

🍴 Portuguese food, treats & drinks for sale

🛍️ Local vendors to explore

🎠 Outdoor Kid Zone with a bouncy castle 🏰, balloonist 🎈, face painting 🎨, and the Kona Ice Truck 🍧

📅 Sunday, June 8 – Takeout Sunday

Pre-order your Portuguese-style chicken takeout 🍗 and don’t forget to grab your official Kingston Portuguese Folklore Dancers T-shirts 👕!

🔒 BIG SECRET COMING SOON!

We’ve got a major surprise to reveal—follow us on Instagram & Facebook @grupo.folclorico.de.kingston to be the first to find out! 📲

🎟️ Get your tickets and preorders online at:

www.ticketscene.ca/events/1421/

Or purchase directly from:

📞 Martine Boudreau: 613-453-7000

📞 Tony Godinho: 613-929-9907

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St. Mark’s Church (268 Main Street, Barriefield/Kingston East, K7K 6W4) cordially invites you to “Afternoon Tea on the Hill” in its parish hall on Saturday, 7th June 2025 from 2:00 – 4:00PM.

Bring your friends and neighbours for delicious tea, dainty sandwiches, homemade scones with cream and jam! You are encouraged to wear your most decorated or fancy Spring hat!!   Cost: $25.00 per person.

Please purchase your tickets now/ahead of time, by email: officestmarksbarriefield@kingston.net OR by phone: 613-546-3386.

Hope to see you there!!

Storrington Lions are selling Raffle tickets to help with rejuvenation of their hall.  Tickets are $10 each and will be drawn on July 1st at 2pm at Storrington Lions Canada Day Celebrations.  Prizes are 1st - $2500, 2nd - $1000, 3rd - $500.  Contact Marie at 613-449-4744 to get your tickets and for more information.

Storrington Lions are selling Raffle tickets to help with rejuvenation of their hall.  Tickets are $10 each and will be drawn on July 1st at 2pm at Storrington Lions Canada Day Celebrations.  Prizes are 1st - $2500, 2nd - $1000, 3rd - $500.  Contact Marie at 613-449-4744 to get your tickets and for more information.

Storrington Lions are selling Raffle tickets to help with rejuvenation of their hall.  Tickets are $10 each and will be drawn on July 1st at 2pm at Storrington Lions Canada Day Celebrations.  Prizes are 1st - $2500, 2nd - $1000, 3rd - $500.  Contact Marie at 613-449-4744 to get your tickets and for more information.

Storrington Lions are selling Raffle tickets to help with rejuvenation of their hall.  Tickets are $10 each and will be drawn on July 1st at 2pm at Storrington Lions Canada Day Celebrations.  Prizes are 1st - $2500, 2nd - $1000, 3rd - $500.  Contact Marie at 613-449-4744 to get your tickets and for more information.

Storrington Lions are selling Raffle tickets to help with rejuvenation of their hall.  Tickets are $10 each and will be drawn on July 1st at 2pm at Storrington Lions Canada Day Celebrations.  Prizes are 1st - $2500, 2nd - $1000, 3rd - $500.  Contact Marie at 613-449-4744 to get your tickets and for more information.

Step aboard history! 
The Great Lakes Museum’s S.S. Keewatin — the world’s only remaining Edwardian-era passenger steamliner — officially launched its second season of tours on May 11, 2025. Built in 1907, this magnificent vessel attracted over 23,000 visitors in 2024 and continues to captivate guests with its elegance, legacy, and maritime stories.

Three guided tours are available:

• 75-minute Premium Experience: Access to all available passenger and crew areas
• 45-minute Essentials Experience: Main passenger areas - perfect for families
• 30-minute Engine Room Experience: Explore the boiler room and original steam engines

All tours include personal headsets.

You can book tickets in advance at greatlakesmuseum.ca/buy-tickets. The museum is open daily from 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Important Information About Accessibility
The S.S. Keewatin is not an accessible ship. Gangways, multiple steep stairways, and narrow passages prohibit the use of mobility devices and strollers. Passengers must be physically fit enough to stand for the length of the tour and navigate tight quarters, stairways, and uneven surfaces. The Museum galleries are fully accessible, and the washrooms are partially accessible. Registered dog guides and service animals are welcome.

Storrington Lions are selling Raffle tickets to help with rejuvenation of their hall.  Tickets are $10 each and will be drawn on July 1st at 2pm at Storrington Lions Canada Day Celebrations.  Prizes are 1st - $2500, 2nd - $1000, 3rd - $500.  Contact Marie at 613-449-4744 to get your tickets and for more information.

The Queen's Emotions and Risky Behaviour in Youth (QuERBY) Lab is currently recruiting adolescents aged 13-19 for a study that seeks to better understand suicide risk in this age group. This study has been approved by the university's ethics board (TRAQ # 6038354).

To be eligible for this study, you must:

1. Be 13 to 19 years old
2. Had recent suicidal thoughts
3. Be able to read and write fluently in English
4. Have access to a laptop or computer with access to WiFi and Zoom
5. Have access to a Smartphone with a reliable data plan or access to WiFi
6. Have 20/20 or corrected vision
7. Have a parent/guardian who is willing to provide informed consent and be an emergency contact (for those below 15 years old)
8. Provide an emergency contact (for those 15 years old and above)

Participants will receive an Amazon e-gift card or SONA credits to thank them for their time and contribution to our study. 

Please contact us at querby@queensu.ca to express interest or for more information.

Storrington Lions are selling Raffle tickets to help with rejuvenation of their hall.  Tickets are $10 each and will be drawn on July 1st at 2pm at Storrington Lions Canada Day Celebrations.  Prizes are 1st - $2500, 2nd - $1000, 3rd - $500.  Contact Marie at 613-449-4744 to get your tickets and for more information.

The Lviv, Ukraine Folklore Festival is celebrating its 56th anniversary this year (June 14 and 15), making it one of Canada’s longest running Ukrainian festivals.

Experience the generosity and hospitality of the Ukrainian people.
Enjoy Ukrainian food while being entertained by Maky Ukrainian Dance Ensemble and guests and see our museum quality displays of Ukrainian art works.

Location:  Regiopolis Notre Dame High School,  130 Russell Street

Admission: $5

Sponsor:  Ukrainian Canadian Club of Kingston

Information: 613-549-5060

Storrington Lions are selling Raffle tickets to help with rejuvenation of their hall.  Tickets are $10 each and will be drawn on July 1st at 2pm at Storrington Lions Canada Day Celebrations.  Prizes are 1st - $2500, 2nd - $1000, 3rd - $500.  Contact Marie at 613-449-4744 to get your tickets and for more information.

The Lviv, Ukraine Folklore Festival is celebrating its 56th anniversary this year (June 14 and 15), making it one of Canada’s longest running Ukrainian festivals.

Experience the generosity and hospitality of the Ukrainian people.
Enjoy Ukrainian food while being entertained by Maky Ukrainian Dance Ensemble and guests and see our museum quality displays of Ukrainian art works.

Location:  Regiopolis Notre Dame High School,  130 Russell Street

Admission: $5

Sponsor:  Ukrainian Canadian Club of Kingston

Information: 613-549-5060

Storrington Lions are selling Raffle tickets to help with rejuvenation of their hall.  Tickets are $10 each and will be drawn on July 1st at 2pm at Storrington Lions Canada Day Celebrations.  Prizes are 1st - $2500, 2nd - $1000, 3rd - $500.  Contact Marie at 613-449-4744 to get your tickets and for more information.

Storrington Lions are selling Raffle tickets to help with rejuvenation of their hall.  Tickets are $10 each and will be drawn on July 1st at 2pm at Storrington Lions Canada Day Celebrations.  Prizes are 1st - $2500, 2nd - $1000, 3rd - $500.  Contact Marie at 613-449-4744 to get your tickets and for more information.

Cooke's-Portsmouth United Church 200 Norman Rogers Drive

is hosting a Roast Beef and Strawberry Dinner on Wednesday,

June 18th @ 5 p.m.

Cost is $25.00 per person, $7.00 for children 5-12

For tickets email cpucevents@gmail.com

Storrington Lions are selling Raffle tickets to help with rejuvenation of their hall.  Tickets are $10 each and will be drawn on July 1st at 2pm at Storrington Lions Canada Day Celebrations.  Prizes are 1st - $2500, 2nd - $1000, 3rd - $500.  Contact Marie at 613-449-4744 to get your tickets and for more information.

Storrington Lions are selling Raffle tickets to help with rejuvenation of their hall.  Tickets are $10 each and will be drawn on July 1st at 2pm at Storrington Lions Canada Day Celebrations.  Prizes are 1st - $2500, 2nd - $1000, 3rd - $500.  Contact Marie at 613-449-4744 to get your tickets and for more information.

Step aboard history! 
The Great Lakes Museum’s S.S. Keewatin — the world’s only remaining Edwardian-era passenger steamliner — officially launched its second season of tours on May 11, 2025. Built in 1907, this magnificent vessel attracted over 23,000 visitors in 2024 and continues to captivate guests with its elegance, legacy, and maritime stories.

Three guided tours are available:

• 75-minute Premium Experience: Access to all available passenger and crew areas
• 45-minute Essentials Experience: Main passenger areas - perfect for families
• 30-minute Engine Room Experience: Explore the boiler room and original steam engines

All tours include personal headsets.

You can book tickets in advance at greatlakesmuseum.ca/buy-tickets. The museum is open daily from 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Important Information About Accessibility
The S.S. Keewatin is not an accessible ship. Gangways, multiple steep stairways, and narrow passages prohibit the use of mobility devices and strollers. Passengers must be physically fit enough to stand for the length of the tour and navigate tight quarters, stairways, and uneven surfaces. The Museum galleries are fully accessible, and the washrooms are partially accessible. Registered dog guides and service animals are welcome.

Storrington Lions are selling Raffle tickets to help with rejuvenation of their hall.  Tickets are $10 each and will be drawn on July 1st at 2pm at Storrington Lions Canada Day Celebrations.  Prizes are 1st - $2500, 2nd - $1000, 3rd - $500.  Contact Marie at 613-449-4744 to get your tickets and for more information.

The Queen's Emotions and Risky Behaviour in Youth (QuERBY) Lab is currently recruiting adolescents aged 13-19 for a study that seeks to better understand suicide risk in this age group. This study has been approved by the university's ethics board (TRAQ # 6038354).

To be eligible for this study, you must:

1. Be 13 to 19 years old
2. Had recent suicidal thoughts
3. Be able to read and write fluently in English
4. Have access to a laptop or computer with access to WiFi and Zoom
5. Have access to a Smartphone with a reliable data plan or access to WiFi
6. Have 20/20 or corrected vision
7. Have a parent/guardian who is willing to provide informed consent and be an emergency contact (for those below 15 years old)
8. Provide an emergency contact (for those 15 years old and above)

Participants will receive an Amazon e-gift card or SONA credits to thank them for their time and contribution to our study. 

Please contact us at querby@queensu.ca to express interest or for more information.

Storrington Lions are selling Raffle tickets to help with rejuvenation of their hall.  Tickets are $10 each and will be drawn on July 1st at 2pm at Storrington Lions Canada Day Celebrations.  Prizes are 1st - $2500, 2nd - $1000, 3rd - $500.  Contact Marie at 613-449-4744 to get your tickets and for more information.

June 21 2025

310 Barrie St Kingston (side lot on Princess St)

Spots available for our fundraiser yard sale/vendor sale

$35 a spot

Come join us and have some fun!

There will also be a BBQ

All proceeds go to Partners in Mission Food Bank

Ladies' Blind Draw Doubles Tournament June 21st Register at 9 am play at 10 am Proceeds to Branch 560 Ladies' Auxiliary  Prizes and Raffles  Enjoy a fun day 

Fundraiser in support of missionaries in Third World Countries.  Items for sale, baked goods, household items,  games,  jewelry,  crafts,  books,  plants,  etc. 

BBQ cost $5.00

Storrington Lions are selling Raffle tickets to help with rejuvenation of their hall.  Tickets are $10 each and will be drawn on July 1st at 2pm at Storrington Lions Canada Day Celebrations.  Prizes are 1st - $2500, 2nd - $1000, 3rd - $500.  Contact Marie at 613-449-4744 to get your tickets and for more information.

Storrington Lions are selling Raffle tickets to help with rejuvenation of their hall.  Tickets are $10 each and will be drawn on July 1st at 2pm at Storrington Lions Canada Day Celebrations.  Prizes are 1st - $2500, 2nd - $1000, 3rd - $500.  Contact Marie at 613-449-4744 to get your tickets and for more information.

Storrington Lions are selling Raffle tickets to help with rejuvenation of their hall.  Tickets are $10 each and will be drawn on July 1st at 2pm at Storrington Lions Canada Day Celebrations.  Prizes are 1st - $2500, 2nd - $1000, 3rd - $500.  Contact Marie at 613-449-4744 to get your tickets and for more information.

Come and enjoy a bowl of vanilla ice cream, topped with freshly picked strawberries, a cup of tea, coffee or juice and an assortment of sweets. Cost is $10.00 per adult, $5.00 for teens and children under 12 are free. Don't forget to stop by our bake table stocked with your favourite pies, cakes, breads, muffins, cookies etc. 

Storrington Lions are selling Raffle tickets to help with rejuvenation of their hall.  Tickets are $10 each and will be drawn on July 1st at 2pm at Storrington Lions Canada Day Celebrations.  Prizes are 1st - $2500, 2nd - $1000, 3rd - $500.  Contact Marie at 613-449-4744 to get your tickets and for more information.

Storrington Lions are selling Raffle tickets to help with rejuvenation of their hall.  Tickets are $10 each and will be drawn on July 1st at 2pm at Storrington Lions Canada Day Celebrations.  Prizes are 1st - $2500, 2nd - $1000, 3rd - $500.  Contact Marie at 613-449-4744 to get your tickets and for more information.

Step aboard history! 
The Great Lakes Museum’s S.S. Keewatin — the world’s only remaining Edwardian-era passenger steamliner — officially launched its second season of tours on May 11, 2025. Built in 1907, this magnificent vessel attracted over 23,000 visitors in 2024 and continues to captivate guests with its elegance, legacy, and maritime stories.

Three guided tours are available:

• 75-minute Premium Experience: Access to all available passenger and crew areas
• 45-minute Essentials Experience: Main passenger areas - perfect for families
• 30-minute Engine Room Experience: Explore the boiler room and original steam engines

All tours include personal headsets.

You can book tickets in advance at greatlakesmuseum.ca/buy-tickets. The museum is open daily from 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Important Information About Accessibility
The S.S. Keewatin is not an accessible ship. Gangways, multiple steep stairways, and narrow passages prohibit the use of mobility devices and strollers. Passengers must be physically fit enough to stand for the length of the tour and navigate tight quarters, stairways, and uneven surfaces. The Museum galleries are fully accessible, and the washrooms are partially accessible. Registered dog guides and service animals are welcome.

Storrington Lions are selling Raffle tickets to help with rejuvenation of their hall.  Tickets are $10 each and will be drawn on July 1st at 2pm at Storrington Lions Canada Day Celebrations.  Prizes are 1st - $2500, 2nd - $1000, 3rd - $500.  Contact Marie at 613-449-4744 to get your tickets and for more information.

The Queen's Emotions and Risky Behaviour in Youth (QuERBY) Lab is currently recruiting adolescents aged 13-19 for a study that seeks to better understand suicide risk in this age group. This study has been approved by the university's ethics board (TRAQ # 6038354).

To be eligible for this study, you must:

1. Be 13 to 19 years old
2. Had recent suicidal thoughts
3. Be able to read and write fluently in English
4. Have access to a laptop or computer with access to WiFi and Zoom
5. Have access to a Smartphone with a reliable data plan or access to WiFi
6. Have 20/20 or corrected vision
7. Have a parent/guardian who is willing to provide informed consent and be an emergency contact (for those below 15 years old)
8. Provide an emergency contact (for those 15 years old and above)

Participants will receive an Amazon e-gift card or SONA credits to thank them for their time and contribution to our study. 

Please contact us at querby@queensu.ca to express interest or for more information.

Celebrate summer in the 1000 Islands with fantastic food, great entertainment, and lots of family fun, The smallest community to host Ribfest in Canada welcomes over 19,000 visitors every year. The Rotary & Lions Clubs of Gananoque give 100 percent of proceeds back to the community. They support charities, families and students and lead projects that positively change Gananoque and the 1000 Islands area. 1000 Islands Family Ribfest is a safe and clean event that everyone can enjoy!

Storrington Lions are selling Raffle tickets to help with rejuvenation of their hall.  Tickets are $10 each and will be drawn on July 1st at 2pm at Storrington Lions Canada Day Celebrations.  Prizes are 1st - $2500, 2nd - $1000, 3rd - $500.  Contact Marie at 613-449-4744 to get your tickets and for more information.

Celebrate summer in the 1000 Islands with fantastic food, great entertainment, and lots of family fun, The smallest community to host Ribfest in Canada welcomes over 19,000 visitors every year. The Rotary & Lions Clubs of Gananoque give 100 percent of proceeds back to the community. They support charities, families and students and lead projects that positively change Gananoque and the 1000 Islands area. 1000 Islands Family Ribfest is a safe and clean event that everyone can enjoy!

Storrington Lions are selling Raffle tickets to help with rejuvenation of their hall.  Tickets are $10 each and will be drawn on July 1st at 2pm at Storrington Lions Canada Day Celebrations.  Prizes are 1st - $2500, 2nd - $1000, 3rd - $500.  Contact Marie at 613-449-4744 to get your tickets and for more information.

Celebrate summer in the 1000 Islands with fantastic food, great entertainment, and lots of family fun, The smallest community to host Ribfest in Canada welcomes over 19,000 visitors every year. The Rotary & Lions Clubs of Gananoque give 100 percent of proceeds back to the community. They support charities, families and students and lead projects that positively change Gananoque and the 1000 Islands area. 1000 Islands Family Ribfest is a safe and clean event that everyone can enjoy!

Storrington Lions are selling Raffle tickets to help with rejuvenation of their hall.  Tickets are $10 each and will be drawn on July 1st at 2pm at Storrington Lions Canada Day Celebrations.  Prizes are 1st - $2500, 2nd - $1000, 3rd - $500.  Contact Marie at 613-449-4744 to get your tickets and for more information.

Step aboard history! 
The Great Lakes Museum’s S.S. Keewatin — the world’s only remaining Edwardian-era passenger steamliner — officially launched its second season of tours on May 11, 2025. Built in 1907, this magnificent vessel attracted over 23,000 visitors in 2024 and continues to captivate guests with its elegance, legacy, and maritime stories.

Three guided tours are available:

• 75-minute Premium Experience: Access to all available passenger and crew areas
• 45-minute Essentials Experience: Main passenger areas - perfect for families
• 30-minute Engine Room Experience: Explore the boiler room and original steam engines

All tours include personal headsets.

You can book tickets in advance at greatlakesmuseum.ca/buy-tickets. The museum is open daily from 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Important Information About Accessibility
The S.S. Keewatin is not an accessible ship. Gangways, multiple steep stairways, and narrow passages prohibit the use of mobility devices and strollers. Passengers must be physically fit enough to stand for the length of the tour and navigate tight quarters, stairways, and uneven surfaces. The Museum galleries are fully accessible, and the washrooms are partially accessible. Registered dog guides and service animals are welcome.

The Queen's Emotions and Risky Behaviour in Youth (QuERBY) Lab is currently recruiting adolescents aged 13-19 for a study that seeks to better understand suicide risk in this age group. This study has been approved by the university's ethics board (TRAQ # 6038354).

To be eligible for this study, you must:

1. Be 13 to 19 years old
2. Had recent suicidal thoughts
3. Be able to read and write fluently in English
4. Have access to a laptop or computer with access to WiFi and Zoom
5. Have access to a Smartphone with a reliable data plan or access to WiFi
6. Have 20/20 or corrected vision
7. Have a parent/guardian who is willing to provide informed consent and be an emergency contact (for those below 15 years old)
8. Provide an emergency contact (for those 15 years old and above)

Participants will receive an Amazon e-gift card or SONA credits to thank them for their time and contribution to our study. 

Please contact us at querby@queensu.ca to express interest or for more information.