HCHS invites you to enjoy a 3 course dinner and hear former Editor-in-Chief of Macleans Magazine and a long-time member of the Parliamentary Press Gallery, Robert Lewis as he relates personal observations and insights from his recent book, Power, Prine Ministers and the Press--in short an insider's view of the relationship between government and the press--a very timely topic, just two weeks after a national election!  Tickets are $65, and available at the Community Archives on the 2nd floor of the Library and Pinnacle Music in Belleville, Bruinix Jewellers in Trenton, or by calling 613-961-7091,  For more info go to www.hastingshistory.ca

HCHS Presents long time HCHS member, Billy Jo Morris speaking and shlwing slides on "Deseronto Then and Now"  See how much this once bustling village has changed in the last 100 years.  This free public presentation takes place at 7:30 p.m. at Maranatha, 100 College St West in Belleville.  (Ample parking and level access at the rear of the building.)  Bring a friend and enjoyt refreshments, conversation and displays following the presentation.  For more info go to www.hastingshistory.ca

HCHS presents local film maker, Sean Scally, who will show his most recent film about the 19th century Trenton Lumber Barons---the Gilmour Family.  In it he tells the fascinating and contrasting stories of those who made their fortunes, and those who laboured in the mills.  This free public presentation takes place at 7:30 p.m. at Maranatha, 100 College St. West, Belleville.  (Ample parking and level access at the rear of the building.)  Bring a friend and enjoy refreshments, conversation and displays following the presentation.  For more info go to www.hastingshistory.ca

The second installment of the 2019 Final Tax Bill is due October 4th.  For further information please call 905-945-9634.