Exhibition Dates: April 2 – April 30 The Quinte Arts Council invites the public to experience Carto / Topo / Geo / Graphic: Rediscovering Lost Maps, a captivating new exhibition by artist and illustrator Carl Wiens. This body of work represents the culmination of a year of collecting, clipping, collaging, and painting, drawing inspiration from vintage maps and atlases. Through layered compositions and intricate details, Wiens transforms historical cartographic materials into contemporary artworks, revealing new narratives and visual landscapes. Maps become both medium and metaphor—charting journeys through imagination, memory, and discovery. Carl Wiens has enjoyed a successful career in the arts spanning more than 30 years. His work is deeply inspired by science and the natural world, with a particular fascination for robots, insects, and the universe. In addition to his studio practice, Carl teaches science and technology–based illustration at Sheridan College, where he continues to be inspired by the creativity and dedication of emerging illustrators. His work has received international recognition from organizations including the Society of Illustrators, American Illustration, 3×3 Magazine, and the Applied Arts Awards. His illustrations have appeared in publications such as The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, Time, Forbes, Barron’s, and Esquire. His book projects include The Science of Song, Wild Buildings and Bridges, and FINNA. When he’s not creating illustrations, Carl enjoys cycling, kayaking, stargazing, chopping wood, and playing hockey. Time spent outdoors and surrounded by nature continues to fuel his creativity. Featured Artwork: Night Swimmer 12 × 12″ collage on panel Join us for the opening reception on April 2 from 4–6 PM and explore a unique artistic journey where geography, memory, and imagination intersect.

Gallery 121 proudly presents our Spring Show featuring Debby Smith as Guest Artist, Larraine Milligan as Featured Member artist and the combined eclectic works of our members. Debby uses vivid fabric contoured with threads and texture in her Landscape Fibre Art pieces while Larraine asks you to step into the narrative created by her paintings of charcoal, cold wax, oils and ink, of the female body captured in her life drawings.

RISE is a space for women to be seen, heard, and honoured. This annual exhibition is an invitation to all who identify as women to share their artistic voices—bold or quiet, emerging or established—across painting, illustration, photography, mixed media, textiles, sculpture, and ceramics. Aligned with International Women’s Day 2026 and its theme Give to Gain, RISE explores what grows when we offer our time, our stories, our care, and our creativity. What do we gain when generosity becomes a practice? When women lift one another, what becomes possible—for ourselves, for our communities, for the future? RISE is more than an exhibition—it’s a gathering of voices, a shared platform, and a declaration that women’s creativity shapes culture. Exhibition: March 6th-27, 10:00am – 4:00pm (closed Mondays, Weekends) Featured Artwork: Angela Wiggins, “I Am Here”

The Parrott Gallery invites you to Luiza Anderle’s Third Thursday Presentation “To be a Guest: Ethics in Travel Photography” on Thursday, April 16, 2026 in the Third Floor Meeting Room. Meet Luiza and enjoy a hot beverage at 6:15 p.m. The presentation begins at 6:30 p.m. You are also invited to view Luiza’s photography exhibition “Onde O Sol Espera – A quiet gaze across the warm landscapes of South America” on display as part of the Captured Perspectives photography series in the Corridor Gallery from March 31 to May 7, 2026.

One Man, Two Guvnors is a fast-paced, hilarious, British farce that follows the fortunes of Francis Henshall. Down on his luck and permanently hungry, Francis suddenly finds himself employed by two bosses. His first guvnor is Roscoe Crabbe, a revered London gangster who has, apparently, come to Brighton to claim money owed to him. Written by Richard Beane & Carlo Goldoni. Directed by Dave Henderson. Preview Mar 31, performances April 2-19. at Pinnacle Playhouse, 256 Pinnacle St, Belleville, ON. Mar 31-Apr 19. Parking, wheelchair accessible. Tickets at 613-967-1442 or bellevilletheatreguild.ca.

Gallery 121 proudly presents our Spring Show featuring Debby Smith as Guest Artist, Larraine Milligan as Featured Member artist and the combined eclectic works of our members. Debby uses vivid fabric contoured with threads and texture in her Landscape Fibre Art pieces while Larraine asks you to step into the narrative created by her paintings of charcoal, cold wax, oils and ink, of the female body captured in her life drawings.

RISE is a space for women to be seen, heard, and honoured. This annual exhibition is an invitation to all who identify as women to share their artistic voices—bold or quiet, emerging or established—across painting, illustration, photography, mixed media, textiles, sculpture, and ceramics. Aligned with International Women’s Day 2026 and its theme Give to Gain, RISE explores what grows when we offer our time, our stories, our care, and our creativity. What do we gain when generosity becomes a practice? When women lift one another, what becomes possible—for ourselves, for our communities, for the future? RISE is more than an exhibition—it’s a gathering of voices, a shared platform, and a declaration that women’s creativity shapes culture. Exhibition: March 6th-27, 10:00am – 4:00pm (closed Mondays, Weekends) Featured Artwork: Angela Wiggins, “I Am Here”

The Bayleaf presents live jazz from 5:30-7:30 as part of Jazzlicious 2026. Come on down for great Indian Cuisine and live jazz! Artists include Dan Douglas, Spencer Evans, Brian Coughlan, Howward Lopez, Lenni Stewart.

Jazzlicious continues with the Dave Barton Duo at Paulos.

One Man, Two Guvnors is a fast-paced, hilarious, British farce that follows the fortunes of Francis Henshall. Down on his luck and permanently hungry, Francis suddenly finds himself employed by two bosses. His first guvnor is Roscoe Crabbe, a revered London gangster who has, apparently, come to Brighton to claim money owed to him. Written by Richard Beane & Carlo Goldoni. Directed by Dave Henderson. Preview Mar 31, performances April 2-19. at Pinnacle Playhouse, 256 Pinnacle St, Belleville, ON. Mar 31-Apr 19. Parking, wheelchair accessible. Tickets at 613-967-1442 or bellevilletheatreguild.ca.

The Jazzlicious After Jam takes place at the UpFront Cafe and is hosted by some of the regions top jazz musicians. Come and enjoy a jazz dinner from 6-8 at one of our dinner venues, then come over to the UpFront for more live jazz!

Gallery 121 proudly presents our Spring Show featuring Debby Smith as Guest Artist, Larraine Milligan as Featured Member artist and the combined eclectic works of our members. Debby uses vivid fabric contoured with threads and texture in her Landscape Fibre Art pieces while Larraine asks you to step into the narrative created by her paintings of charcoal, cold wax, oils and ink, of the female body captured in her life drawings.

Gourmet Diem hosts Jazzlicious from 2-4 with vocal jazz artists from around the region, including Lenni Stewart, Nathalie Crann and Tanya Wills. See the schedule for details.

Belleville Public Library and the Parrott Gallery invite you to a free presentation: “Using Local Clay to Make Art Tiles” on Saturday, April 18, 2026 from 2:30 to 4:00 p.m. in the Third Floor Meeting Room. Join us for an exploration of 12,000-year-old glacial clay uncovered in an East Hill backyard. Hear Perry Poupore and Lise Lindenberg’s journey from digging and experimenting to developing custom clay bodies and glazes, and learn how ancient Majolica techniques transform this historic local clay into beautifully hand-painted art tiles. All are welcome to attend this free event, no registration required.

The Bayleaf presents live jazz from 5:30-7:30 as part of Jazzlicious 2026. Come on down for great Indian Cuisine and live jazz! Artists include Dan Douglas, Spencer Evans, Brian Coughlan, Howward Lopez, Lenni Stewart.

Join us at Pho Blue Basil for live jazz and great food. The Dave Barton Duo plays on April 18th.

Pianist Howard Rees entertains over the dinner hours with solo piano jazz music as part of the Jazzlicious celebration in April 2026.

One Man, Two Guvnors is a fast-paced, hilarious, British farce that follows the fortunes of Francis Henshall. Down on his luck and permanently hungry, Francis suddenly finds himself employed by two bosses. His first guvnor is Roscoe Crabbe, a revered London gangster who has, apparently, come to Brighton to claim money owed to him. Written by Richard Beane & Carlo Goldoni. Directed by Dave Henderson. Preview Mar 31, performances April 2-19. at Pinnacle Playhouse, 256 Pinnacle St, Belleville, ON. Mar 31-Apr 19. Parking, wheelchair accessible. Tickets at 613-967-1442 or bellevilletheatreguild.ca.

The Jazzlicious After Jam takes place at the UpFront Cafe and is hosted by some of the regions top jazz musicians. Come and enjoy a jazz dinner from 6-8 at one of our dinner venues, then come over to the UpFront for more live jazz!

Workshop: Introduction to Acrylic Painting Presented by Jacob Brown Join Jacob and discover the beauty and excitement of painting with acrylics with this 2-session course. This course is suitable for all artists, in particular beginners. Dates: Sunday, April 12 and 19, 2026 Time: 1 PM – 4 PM Location: BAA Gallery, 208 Front Street, Belleville Class Size: Max 8 participants Registration: email: [email protected]  

One Man, Two Guvnors is a fast-paced, hilarious, British farce that follows the fortunes of Francis Henshall. Down on his luck and permanently hungry, Francis suddenly finds himself employed by two bosses. His first guvnor is Roscoe Crabbe, a revered London gangster who has, apparently, come to Brighton to claim money owed to him. Written by Richard Beane & Carlo Goldoni. Directed by Dave Henderson. Preview Mar 31, performances April 2-19. at Pinnacle Playhouse, 256 Pinnacle St, Belleville, ON. Mar 31-Apr 19. Parking, wheelchair accessible. Tickets at 613-967-1442 or bellevilletheatreguild.ca.

RISE is a space for women to be seen, heard, and honoured. This annual exhibition is an invitation to all who identify as women to share their artistic voices—bold or quiet, emerging or established—across painting, illustration, photography, mixed media, textiles, sculpture, and ceramics. Aligned with International Women’s Day 2026 and its theme Give to Gain, RISE explores what grows when we offer our time, our stories, our care, and our creativity. What do we gain when generosity becomes a practice? When women lift one another, what becomes possible—for ourselves, for our communities, for the future? RISE is more than an exhibition—it’s a gathering of voices, a shared platform, and a declaration that women’s creativity shapes culture. Exhibition: March 6th-27, 10:00am – 4:00pm (closed Mondays, Weekends) Featured Artwork: Angela Wiggins, “I Am Here”

RISE is a space for women to be seen, heard, and honoured. This annual exhibition is an invitation to all who identify as women to share their artistic voices—bold or quiet, emerging or established—across painting, illustration, photography, mixed media, textiles, sculpture, and ceramics. Aligned with International Women’s Day 2026 and its theme Give to Gain, RISE explores what grows when we offer our time, our stories, our care, and our creativity. What do we gain when generosity becomes a practice? When women lift one another, what becomes possible—for ourselves, for our communities, for the future? RISE is more than an exhibition—it’s a gathering of voices, a shared platform, and a declaration that women’s creativity shapes culture. Exhibition: March 6th-27, 10:00am – 4:00pm (closed Mondays, Weekends) Featured Artwork: Angela Wiggins, “I Am Here”

RISE is a space for women to be seen, heard, and honoured. This annual exhibition is an invitation to all who identify as women to share their artistic voices—bold or quiet, emerging or established—across painting, illustration, photography, mixed media, textiles, sculpture, and ceramics. Aligned with International Women’s Day 2026 and its theme Give to Gain, RISE explores what grows when we offer our time, our stories, our care, and our creativity. What do we gain when generosity becomes a practice? When women lift one another, what becomes possible—for ourselves, for our communities, for the future? RISE is more than an exhibition—it’s a gathering of voices, a shared platform, and a declaration that women’s creativity shapes culture. Exhibition: March 6th-27, 10:00am – 4:00pm (closed Mondays, Weekends) Featured Artwork: Angela Wiggins, “I Am Here”

Exhibition Dates: April 2 – April 30 The Quinte Arts Council invites the public to experience Carto / Topo / Geo / Graphic: Rediscovering Lost Maps, a captivating new exhibition by artist and illustrator Carl Wiens. This body of work represents the culmination of a year of collecting, clipping, collaging, and painting, drawing inspiration from vintage maps and atlases. Through layered compositions and intricate details, Wiens transforms historical cartographic materials into contemporary artworks, revealing new narratives and visual landscapes. Maps become both medium and metaphor—charting journeys through imagination, memory, and discovery. Carl Wiens has enjoyed a successful career in the arts spanning more than 30 years. His work is deeply inspired by science and the natural world, with a particular fascination for robots, insects, and the universe. In addition to his studio practice, Carl teaches science and technology–based illustration at Sheridan College, where he continues to be inspired by the creativity and dedication of emerging illustrators. His work has received international recognition from organizations including the Society of Illustrators, American Illustration, 3×3 Magazine, and the Applied Arts Awards. His illustrations have appeared in publications such as The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, Time, Forbes, Barron’s, and Esquire. His book projects include The Science of Song, Wild Buildings and Bridges, and FINNA. When he’s not creating illustrations, Carl enjoys cycling, kayaking, stargazing, chopping wood, and playing hockey. Time spent outdoors and surrounded by nature continues to fuel his creativity. Featured Artwork: Night Swimmer 12 × 12″ collage on panel Join us for the opening reception on April 2 from 4–6 PM and explore a unique artistic journey where geography, memory, and imagination intersect.

The Parrott Gallery invites you to a Free Crochet Circle on Thursday, April 23, 2026 from 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. in the Third Floor Meeting Room. Join artist Emebet Belete for these fun, instructional crochet circles. Everyone welcome, beginners and experienced artists alike! This gathering is in association with our upcoming exhibition Stitched Stories, Bridging Communities on display between June 20 and July 25, 2026 in Gallery 1. All materials supplied – registration requested – drop-ins welcome.