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Wednesday, April 24
All day

Arts & Craft Show

12:00 AM — 11:59 PM

Come and enjoy some shopping and live entertainment at Normandy Retirements Arts and Crafts show on April 27th from 11am-2pm.  Enjoy some shopping while listening to live entertainment.  All welcome!  Door Prizes!  Live Entertainment!

Website
http://www.normandyretirement.ca
All day

Breakwater Brass "Swing Spring" - Concert at The Spire

12:00 AM — 11:59 PM

Kingston's new 10-member brass & percussion ensemble is presenting its inaugural concert "Swing Spring" on Thursday May 2nd, 7:30pm at The Spire (82 Sydenham St., Kingston, ON) Join us for an evening of jazz, classical and popular music with members of the Kingston Symphony brass section and local professional musicians! - FREE ADMISSION! - (Donations to The Spire greatly appreciated)

Website
https://fb.me/e/1L1OFqPvq
Thursday, April 25
All day

Arts & Craft Show

12:00 AM — 11:59 PM

Come and enjoy some shopping and live entertainment at Normandy Retirements Arts and Crafts show on April 27th from 11am-2pm.  Enjoy some shopping while listening to live entertainment.  All welcome!  Door Prizes!  Live Entertainment!

Website
http://www.normandyretirement.ca
All day

Breakwater Brass "Swing Spring" - Concert at The Spire

12:00 AM — 11:59 PM

Kingston's new 10-member brass & percussion ensemble is presenting its inaugural concert "Swing Spring" on Thursday May 2nd, 7:30pm at The Spire (82 Sydenham St., Kingston, ON) Join us for an evening of jazz, classical and popular music with members of the Kingston Symphony brass section and local professional musicians! - FREE ADMISSION! - (Donations to The Spire greatly appreciated)

Website
https://fb.me/e/1L1OFqPvq
Friday, April 26
All day

Arts & Craft Show

12:00 AM — 11:59 PM

Come and enjoy some shopping and live entertainment at Normandy Retirements Arts and Crafts show on April 27th from 11am-2pm.  Enjoy some shopping while listening to live entertainment.  All welcome!  Door Prizes!  Live Entertainment!

Website
http://www.normandyretirement.ca
All day

Breakwater Brass "Swing Spring" - Concert at The Spire

12:00 AM — 11:59 PM

Kingston's new 10-member brass & percussion ensemble is presenting its inaugural concert "Swing Spring" on Thursday May 2nd, 7:30pm at The Spire (82 Sydenham St., Kingston, ON) Join us for an evening of jazz, classical and popular music with members of the Kingston Symphony brass section and local professional musicians! - FREE ADMISSION! - (Donations to The Spire greatly appreciated)

Website
https://fb.me/e/1L1OFqPvq
Saturday, April 27
All day

Arts & Craft Show

12:00 AM — 11:59 PM

Come and enjoy some shopping and live entertainment at Normandy Retirements Arts and Crafts show on April 27th from 11am-2pm.  Enjoy some shopping while listening to live entertainment.  All welcome!  Door Prizes!  Live Entertainment!

Website
http://www.normandyretirement.ca
All day

Breakwater Brass "Swing Spring" - Concert at The Spire

12:00 AM — 11:59 PM

Kingston's new 10-member brass & percussion ensemble is presenting its inaugural concert "Swing Spring" on Thursday May 2nd, 7:30pm at The Spire (82 Sydenham St., Kingston, ON) Join us for an evening of jazz, classical and popular music with members of the Kingston Symphony brass section and local professional musicians! - FREE ADMISSION! - (Donations to The Spire greatly appreciated)

Website
https://fb.me/e/1L1OFqPvq
10:00 AM

Bath Artisans Spring Delights Show & Sale

10:00 AM — 04:00 PM

Come to see us in the lovely village of Bath on April 27/28 2024 for the Bath Artisans Group Spring Delights Show and Sale. April 27th and 28th, Saturday and Sunday, 10am-4pm, in St John's Hall (216 Church St Bath ON). Admission is free!! Original works by Bath Artisan painters, cardmakers, potters, woodworkers, jewelers, glass artists, and many more. Just in time for Mother's Day, or if you are looking for the perfect gift for that special someone.

Website
https://www.bathartisans.info/
10:00 AM

Community Food Drive

10:00 AM — 01:00 PM

St Mark's Church Barriefield is holding a Community Food Drive on Saturday, April 27th, 2024 from 10 am to 1 pm.  All proceeds go to The Partners in Mission Food Bank in Kingston. Please bring your donations (Cash and cheque accepted) for drop off at the church steps.   The address is 268 Main Street, Barriefield/Kingston East, Ontario Items needed are canned meat and fish, peanut butter and jam, canned stews, canned tomatoes, rice, pasta, cereals, tea, coffee, sugar

Location/Venue Name
St Mark's Anglican Church,

  • 268 Main Street, Barriefield, Kingston, K7K 6W4
01:00 PM

Kingston UELAC meeting Saturday, April 27, 1 p.m.

01:00 PM — 02:00 PM

Kingston and District Branch, United Empire Loyalists’ Association of Canada (UELAC) will meet on Saturday, April 27 at 1:00 p.m. at St Paul’s Anglican Church Hall, 137 Queen Street (doors open at noon); or if you prefer on Zoom (open at 12:30 p.m.).  Jo Ann Tuskin will speak on “Early Loyalists of Ontario:  Who, Where, and Why”, including historic maps.  Jo Ann is the longstanding Dominion Secretary of the UELAC, and active in genealogy.  For the Zoom link for the meeting, visit the website www.uelac.org/Kingston-Branch .  All with an interest in Canadian history are welcome!

Website
https://www.uelac.org/Kingston-Branch
06:00 PM

Child Haven Fundraiser Dinner

06:00 PM — 09:00 PM

Child Haven Dinner Event Join us for an evening of food, dance and stories at the Royal Kingston Curling Club on April 27th at 6pm. Browse our bazaar featuring handicrafts from Nepal before being seated for a delicious Indian meal, served to your table. Our guest speaker, Ganesh Kumar, will share stories of his experience at Child Haven’s Tamid Nadu home. The evening will wrap up with an auction of handicrafts and a chance to try some Bollywood dancing. This is a fundraiser for Child Haven International, which assists children and women in developing countries, who need shelter, food, education, healthcare, and emotional support. Tickets are $40 for adults and $5 for children 12 and under. They are available at Novel Idea and at childhaven.ca

Website
https://childhaven.ca/

Location/Venue Name
Royal Kingston Curling Club

  • 130 Days Rd, Kingston, K7M 9G4
Sunday, April 28
All day

Breakwater Brass "Swing Spring" - Concert at The Spire

12:00 AM — 11:59 PM

Kingston's new 10-member brass & percussion ensemble is presenting its inaugural concert "Swing Spring" on Thursday May 2nd, 7:30pm at The Spire (82 Sydenham St., Kingston, ON) Join us for an evening of jazz, classical and popular music with members of the Kingston Symphony brass section and local professional musicians! - FREE ADMISSION! - (Donations to The Spire greatly appreciated)

Website
https://fb.me/e/1L1OFqPvq
10:00 AM

Bath Artisans Spring Delights Show & Sale

10:00 AM — 04:00 PM

Come to see us in the lovely village of Bath on April 27/28 2024 for the Bath Artisans Group Spring Delights Show and Sale. April 27th and 28th, Saturday and Sunday, 10am-4pm, in St John's Hall (216 Church St Bath ON). Admission is free!! Original works by Bath Artisan painters, cardmakers, potters, woodworkers, jewelers, glass artists, and many more. Just in time for Mother's Day, or if you are looking for the perfect gift for that special someone.

Website
https://www.bathartisans.info/
Monday, April 29
All day

Breakwater Brass "Swing Spring" - Concert at The Spire

12:00 AM — 11:59 PM

Kingston's new 10-member brass & percussion ensemble is presenting its inaugural concert "Swing Spring" on Thursday May 2nd, 7:30pm at The Spire (82 Sydenham St., Kingston, ON) Join us for an evening of jazz, classical and popular music with members of the Kingston Symphony brass section and local professional musicians! - FREE ADMISSION! - (Donations to The Spire greatly appreciated)

Website
https://fb.me/e/1L1OFqPvq
Tuesday, April 30
All day

Breakwater Brass "Swing Spring" - Concert at The Spire

12:00 AM — 11:59 PM

Kingston's new 10-member brass & percussion ensemble is presenting its inaugural concert "Swing Spring" on Thursday May 2nd, 7:30pm at The Spire (82 Sydenham St., Kingston, ON) Join us for an evening of jazz, classical and popular music with members of the Kingston Symphony brass section and local professional musicians! - FREE ADMISSION! - (Donations to The Spire greatly appreciated)

Website
https://fb.me/e/1L1OFqPvq
Wednesday, May 1
All day

Canada Homestay Network - Looking for Host Families

12:00 AM — 11:59 PM

We have an urgent need for host families to accommodate university students from Japan. Since 1995, we’ve helped tens of thousands of international students find homes away from home with local families in Canada including right here in Kingston.   When we welcome international students into our schools, our education programs benefit, our community benefits, and local students are offered life-changing experiences that positively shape their worldviews.  Hosts across our network agree that homestay has changed their lives through life-long friendships and lasting connections throughout the world. They enjoy sharing what our province and city have to offer, including our values and unique way of life.   As members of CHN, hosts get 24/7 emergency support, social and cultural integration training, and an allowance to help offset expenses.   Hosts provide the same support, guidance, and attention you would want for your loved ones travelling overseas, including a welcoming, caring, patient, and safe home environment. Additionally, hosts provide their students:   
  • Three nutritious meals per day  
  • A private bedroom with storage and study space  
  • Utilities including laundry and Internet    
For more information about hosting, visit whyihost.ca.  

Website
http://whyihost.ca
All day

Canada Homestay Network - Looking for Host Families

12:00 AM — 11:59 PM

We have an urgent need for host families to accommodate university students from Japan. Since 1995, we’ve helped tens of thousands of international students find homes away from home with local families in Canada including right here in Kingston.   When we welcome international students into our schools, our education programs benefit, our community benefits, and local students are offered life-changing experiences that positively shape their worldviews.  Hosts across our network agree that homestay has changed their lives through life-long friendships and lasting connections throughout the world. They enjoy sharing what our province and city have to offer, including our values and unique way of life.   As members of CHN, hosts get 24/7 emergency support, social and cultural integration training, and an allowance to help offset expenses.   Hosts provide the same support, guidance, and attention you would want for your loved ones travelling overseas, including a welcoming, caring, patient, and safe home environment. Additionally, hosts provide their students:   
  • Three nutritious meals per day  
  • A private bedroom with storage and study space  
  • Utilities including laundry and Internet    
For more information about hosting, visit whyihost.ca.  

Website
http://whyihost.ca
All day

Breakwater Brass "Swing Spring" - Concert at The Spire

12:00 AM — 11:59 PM

Kingston's new 10-member brass & percussion ensemble is presenting its inaugural concert "Swing Spring" on Thursday May 2nd, 7:30pm at The Spire (82 Sydenham St., Kingston, ON) Join us for an evening of jazz, classical and popular music with members of the Kingston Symphony brass section and local professional musicians! - FREE ADMISSION! - (Donations to The Spire greatly appreciated)

Website
https://fb.me/e/1L1OFqPvq
03:00 PM

Healthy Start 50/50 Raffle

Wednesday, May 1 to Thursday, May 2

Life With A Baby is holding a 50/50 raffle, closing on May 1st.  Help us help parents.   Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders (PMADs), including depression and anxiety, affect 1 in 5 women. Life With A Baby focuses on preventing social isolation–a pivotal precursor to PMADs. We offer activities, events, workshops, support groups, counselling led by mental health professionals, and opportunities to build the village every parent needs to thrive. Your support helps us continue offering these vital services free or low cost to every parent who needs them. trellis.org/healthy-start-raffle  Ticket Bundles are available, 1 for $10, 5 for $20 and 50 for $50.   

Website
https://trellis.org/healthy-start-raffle

Location/Venue Name
Online Raffle

  • Online, Online, Online
Thursday, May 2
All day

Breakwater Brass "Swing Spring" - Concert at The Spire

12:00 AM — 11:59 PM

Kingston's new 10-member brass & percussion ensemble is presenting its inaugural concert "Swing Spring" on Thursday May 2nd, 7:30pm at The Spire (82 Sydenham St., Kingston, ON) Join us for an evening of jazz, classical and popular music with members of the Kingston Symphony brass section and local professional musicians! - FREE ADMISSION! - (Donations to The Spire greatly appreciated)

Website
https://fb.me/e/1L1OFqPvq
Friday, May 3
05:00 PM

Molly Brant Elementary School Vendor and Craft Sale

05:00 PM — 09:00 PM

Come out and find the perfect gift for mom, grandmother, nanny, auntie or sister at our vendor and craft sale. All proceeds from this sale are going to subsidize the costs of the graduation trip for the Grade 8 students of Molly Brant Elementary School. There will be a wide range of variety in the vendors who will be offering products. There is no admission fee but donations to the Molly Brant Elementary School pantry will be accepted.

Location/Venue Name
Molly Brant Elementary School

  • 30 Lyons Street, Kingston, K7K0J5
Saturday, May 4
08:30 AM

Giant Garage and Bake Sale

08:30 AM — 01:30 PM

Giant Garage and Bake Sale at Trinity Presbyterian Church, 9 Manitou Crescent on Saturday May 4 th from 8:30 AM to 1:30 PM . Great Bargains!

Location/Venue Name
Trinity Presbyterian Church ,

  • 9 Manitou Crescent , Amherstview, K7N1Y2
10:00 AM

Pet Valu Walk for Dog Guides

10:00 AM — 03:00 PM

Pet Valu Walk for Dog Guides Kingston Bake Sale & Dog Wash May 4 & 5 10am - 3pm Pet Valu Store -Kingston Centre (1036 Princess St.)  

Location/Venue Name
Pet Valu Store Kingston Centre

  • 1036 Princess Street, Kingston, K7K 7B1
Sunday, May 5
10:00 AM

Pet Valu Walk for Dog Guides

10:00 AM — 03:00 PM

Pet Valu Walk for Dog Guides Kingston Bake Sale & Dog Wash May 4 & 5 10am - 3pm Pet Valu Store -Kingston Centre (1036 Princess St.)  

Location/Venue Name
Pet Valu Store Kingston Centre

  • 1036 Princess Street, Kingston, K7K 7B1
Tuesday, May 7
All day

Art and Craft Vendors Wanted

12:00 AM — 11:59 PM

Normandy Retirement is looking for Art & Craft Vendors for their Art & Craft Show on April 27th from11am-2pm.  For more information please contact Betsy at 613-650-7950 or email betsy@normandyretirement.ca

Website
http://www.normandyretirement.ca
Wednesday, May 8
All day

Art and Craft Vendors Wanted

12:00 AM — 11:59 PM

Normandy Retirement is looking for Art & Craft Vendors for their Art & Craft Show on April 27th from11am-2pm.  For more information please contact Betsy at 613-650-7950 or email betsy@normandyretirement.ca

Website
http://www.normandyretirement.ca
Saturday, May 11
All day

Perennial Plant Sale

12:00 AM — 11:59 PM

Perennial Plant Sale to be held at Cooke's-Portsmouth United  Church 200 Norman Rogers Drive Friday, May 10 from 12 to 6 p.m. and Saturday May 11 from 9am until sold out Great variety of plants available. Ample Parking 

Website
https://yourtv.tv/node/add/community_event

Location/Venue Name
Cooke's-Portsmouth United Church

  • 200 Norman Rogers Drive, Kingston, K7M 2R4
10:00 AM

Dollhouse and Miniatures Show and Sale

10:00 AM — 04:30 PM

The Miniature Enthusiasts of Kingston and Area are hosting their Dollhouse and Miniatures Show and Sale.  There will be displays, dealers and doorprizes, and a special free draw for a furnished dollhouse.  Admission is $8 General, $5 Seniors and Children under 12, and a $20 Family rate.  Strollers are welcome.  For information, contact Adrian at 613-540-3384, or readel@mac.com

Website
http://miniatureskingston.ca

Location/Venue Name
Portsmouth Olympic Harbour

  • 53 Yonge Street, Kingston, K7M 6G4
Thursday, May 16
06:00 PM

2024 Kingston Business Awards

06:00 PM — 09:00 PM

The 2024 Kingston Business Awards are dedicated to recognizing exemplary models of excellence and community service by Greater Kingston's businesses, and the invaluable contribution they make to Kingston's economic development, unique character and outstanding quality of life.  In celebration of this year’s nominees, we look forward to hosting you for an interactive evening featuring a glittering cocktail reception followed by an awards presentation to celebrate the incredible innovations and achievements of local businesses.  Ticket pricing to this spectacular event includes access to a networking reception featuring two complimentary drinks, delicious passed hors d’oeuvres and of course access to the spectacular awards ceremony. Event attendees will also be entered into the draw to win an exciting grand prize package.  We hope you’ll join us Thursday, May 16, 2024, for a thrilling evening celebrating Kingston’s finest businesses and entrepreneurs.  Buy your tickets: https://business.kingstonchamber.ca/chamber-events-calendar/Details/kingston-business-awards-1020039?sourceTypeId=Website

Website
https://business.kingstonchamber.ca/chamber-events-calendar/Details/kingston-bu…

Location/Venue Name
Isabel Bader Centre for the Performing Arts

  • 390 King Street W , Kingston, ON , K7L 2X4
Friday, May 17
All day

Together Again! Kenny & Dolly

12:00 AM — 11:59 PM

An incredible tribute to country music's favourite couple. Friday, May 17, 2024 at  Kingston Grand Theatre

Location/Venue Name
Kingston Grand Theatre

  • Princess Street, Kingston, K7L1B2
Thursday, May 23
All day

Tribute to the Blues Brothers

12:00 AM — 11:59 PM

I'm a Soulman (Blues Brothers Tribute) playing Thursday May 23, 2024 at the Kingston Grand Theatre.

Location/Venue Name
Kingston Grand Theatre

  • Princess St, Kingston, K7L4S6
07:00 PM

Kingston Conservative Speaker Series: Dr David Detomasi

07:00 PM — 09:00 PM

The Kingston and the Islands Conservative Association invites you to join us for our next Speaker Series event. On Thurs. May 23 at 7 p.m., join us at the University Club at Queen’s (168 Stuart St.) as we welcome Dr. David Detomasi of Smith School of Business, Queen’s University. Dr. Detomasi will be speaking about Profits and Power, Canada’s way forward in Geopolitics. RSVP today! Dr. Detomasi is an Adjunct Associate Professor & Distinguished Teaching Fellow of International Business. He completed his PhD from the Department of Political Studies at Queen's University in 1999, specializing in international political economy. He also holds a Master of Arts in War Studies from the Royal Military College of Canada, a Bachelor of Arts (Honours) from Queen's University, and is a graduate of the Executive Program on the Global Financial System from the John F. Kennedy School of Government, Harvard University. Dr. Detomasi's research interests include globalization, geopolitics, and corporate and non-profit governance. His book, Profits, Power and Petroleum: Navigating the Economics, Politics, and Geopolitics of Oil, was published by the University of Toronto Press in 2022. He teaches courses on strategy, governance, and the geopolitics of global competition in undergraduate, MBA, and executive education programs at the Smith School of Business and has taught programs in Canada, Europe, and the United Arab Emirates. He has served as Academic Director for Global Business, Queen’s Executive Development Centre. He as has also served for a five-year term as academic director for the Fundamentals of Governance Program, Queen’s Executive Development Centre, and has served as Vice-Chair of the Queen’s University Senate. Dr. Detomasi resides in Kingston, is married, and has three children. We aim to find diverse voices that have left a significant mark in a host of domains and we’re honoured to be joined by Dr. Detomasi. Space is limited so reserve your spot today!

Website
https://forms.office.com/r/ww6Xcz4isa

Location/Venue Name
The University Club at Queen's

  • 168 Stuart St., Kingston, K7L 2V8