Fall Show at Gallery 121

Gallery 121 48 Bridge Street East, Belleville

FALL SHOW – GALLERY 121 – OCTOBER 7TH – NOV. 15TH, 2025 RECEPTION SATURDAY OCT. 18TH, 2025 The members of Gallery 121 are excited to show of their new works of art alongside those of Kayo O’Young, a famous potter and a well-known realistic, artist from Hastings. Kayo O’Young is recognized as one of Canada’s finest porcelain creators with his works being featured in two films. His pieces are unique in style, minimalistic, intriguing, inviting and fired with hand made glazes. These pieces may be found in some of the most prestigious museums and galleries in North America. The realism and luminosity found in Barb McGuey’s oil paintings is spell binding. Barb’s focus is on the natural world through landscapes, flowers and animals. The Featured Member Artist for this show is Terry Hart. Terry uses natural beeswax that has been heated and applied to a board where it is fused, carved, and coaxed into landscapes, abstracts and city/rural scenes. Please join us for refreshments and meet that Artists at a reception on Saturday Oct. 18th from 2-4 p.m.

Belleville Arts Festival – Art Crawl

Downtown Belleville Gallery District

Experience a curated art crawl through Belleville’s gallery district, where history and creativity come alive. Presented in partnership with the QAC Cultural Hub and Gallery, John M. Parrott Gallery, Belleville Art Association, and Gallery 121, this unique event invites you to explore artistic interpretations of 19th-century Ontario life. Step into each gallery to discover historical artwork curated from the collection at the Glanmore National Historic Site, accompanied by scripted historical notes that bring the stories behind the works to life. Pick up a Gallery Crawl Card at any participating location, enjoy the exhibits, and collect a stamp at each stop for your chance to win a one-year membership to Glanmore. Take a stroll through Belleville’s vibrant art district and immerse yourself in the culture, history, and artistry of Ontario’s past. QAC Cultural Hub Belleville Art Association Gallery 121 John M. Parrott Gallery Pick up a special “passport” system at the first gallery you visit, get it stamped and continue to explore each participating venue to win prizes.

Veterans’ Week with Sergeant Anna Cummings at Belleville Public Library

Belleville Public Library 254 Pinnacle Street, Belleville, ON

Join Belleville Public Library for a Veterans’ Week talk with Sergeant Anna Cummings, a dedicated member of the Canadian Armed Forces. Sergeant Cummings will share her personal experiences in service, highlighting the courage, resilience, and commitment of those who serve our nation. Free, no registration required.

Live Music: Cousin Gibbard Suede

UpFront Cafe – 313 Front Street, Belleville

Cousin Gibbard Suede brings his unique style and original tunes to the UpFront Cafe on the first Thursday of each month from 3 – 5 pm.
No cover
Licensed venue
Snacks and refreshments available

Youth Chess Club

Belleville Public Library 254 Pinnacle Street, Belleville, ON

​Join us for at Belleville Public Library for some chess fun! Players of all skill levels are welcome.

For children & youth aged 9 – 17. Children 10 years and under must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

The chess club meets biweekly on Thursdays from 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.