Events in Belleville

We have had the opportunity to meet so many amazing musically inclined people who love to play but are looking for something more casual and cooperative than our open mic format. Join us for our unplugged jam sessions. Whether it’s a guitar, mandolin, cajon, ukelele, or other acoustic instrument players of all skill levels are welcome, or just come to listen and sing along! So how’s a jam different? – First off it’s not performance-based! A “jam” is any music played without preparation beforehand. This might mean that the music is undefined, simply put, the group is letting the music pick the flow of what is played next.

We’re excited to invite you to the upcoming Quinte Christian High School Christmas Craft & Vendor Sale on Nov. 15th from 10am-3pm. Over 25 craft, baked good, and book vendors will be here! This event will take place on November 15th from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at QCHS, 138 Wallbridge Loyalist Rd. For more details visit us on Facebook or our website qrcs.ca/news ****Admission is by donation. Monetary donations and/or a non-perishable food item will be accepted on behalf of Gleaners Food Bank. ****

250 Sidney St, Belleville, ON Saturday, November 15th Doors open 10AM–4PM For the second time ever, we’re opening the doors to our XXL Scrunchie warehouse in Belleville for a ONE-DAY ONLY in-person Christmas shopping event! Our warehouse is usually reserved for production and fulfillment only, but for one special Saturday, we’re transforming it into a festive, handmade holiday market! We’re talking: Exclusive in-person discounts on everything, from classic XXL Scrunchies to our newest Holiday Launch, Advent Calendars, and limited-edition styles Deep clearance bins full of past-season treasures Holiday freebies & surprises Early access to our Black Friday Sale (but even better for one day only) Saturday Surprises: The first 25 guests through the doors will receive a FREE gift box filled with goodies from XXL and other Canadian small businesses like Couture Candy, INE Nutrition, Cookies by Coco & Doki Doki. And because our last warehouse sale had such an unexpectedly long lineup, the next 50 guests will receive an XXL Cotton Pouch filled with treats! Special Guests & Vendors @goldbar_by_3llie – Back inside the warehouse offering permanent jewellery (get linked up while you shop!) @butterandspicebakeshop – Popping up inside with festive baked goods and holiday treats @thepinkfunnel – Outside bright and early at 9AM serving hot chocolate and sweets My dad will be helping again (he’s the best!). Bruce will be there too — ready for pets, photos, and moral support. More details on our site here: https://xxlandco.com/blogs/news/christmas-warehouse-sale ____________ FAQs Do I need an appointment? Nope! This is the only time we’re open without one — just come during sale hours. How can I pay? We’ll accept debit, credit, and cash at checkout. Can I bring friends? Yes please! The more, the merrier. Will online orders be discounted too? This sale is in person only, so come by to scoop up the deals before they’re gone! More questions? Email us anytime at [email protected] ____________ Why This Day Means So Much Back in June, we hosted our very first XXL Warehouse Sale, and honestly — I was speechless at the turnout. Seeing so many of you show up, line up early, and fill the warehouse with excitement and love… it was a weekend I’ll never forget. Now we’re bringing that same energy (and hopefully some holiday magic) back for our Christmas Warehouse Sale — to help you shop handmade gifts, stocking stuffers, and all things XXL, just in time for the holidays. XXL Scrunchie started because I made one as a Christmas gift for my cousin — so this season will always hold a special place in my heart. Thank you for showing up for small business. It truly means the world. — Tina & XXL Scrunchie Team

Tour the historic home of Susanna Moodie, where the renowned Canadian author once lived with her husband John Dunbar Moodie. Explore the intimate setting of the historic stone house on Bridge Street West. Purchase your tickets for visits on the hour.

Stacey Kerr is the Exhibit and Programs Coordinator for the Quinte Museum of Natural History, where she has been working for the last year to develop the upcoming feature exhibit “Expedition Alert: Stories from the High Arctic”. This exhibit will showcase the biodiversity that lives around Alert, Nunavut, the northernmost continuously inhabited place on Earth. Stacey is using her experience in environmental storytelling to create an exhibit that invites visitors to explore the unique and sometimes alien world of the Polar Desert through a series of interactive displays showcasing research by scientists from the University of Quebec at Rimouski. Inuit traditional knowledge, or Inuit Qaujimajatuqangit, will connect visitors to the land and the lived experience of climate change through key elements of the exhibit, a reminder that multiple worldviews are critical to understanding our world. This presentation for the Quinte Field Naturalists will provide a sneak peek of a few key stories that will be included in Expedition Alert, including tales of impressive migration, fascinating adaptations, and ultimately resilience in the face of mounting climate change. Stacey will also share some of the challenges and learning experiences of creating an Arctic exhibit for an audience “down South”, as well as some exciting new technology-based museum elements that will help bring the exhibit to life in a whole new way for an intergenerational audience.

Buck(ish) Shuck Tuesdays at The Local Social House Every Tuesday from 3:00 pm ‘til close, we’re bringing the East Coast to the Bay! Fresh, briny, perfectly shuckable oysters are brought in just for you—and we’re serving them up at our cost: only $1.75 each (an incredible deal)! Pair them with a crisp County wine or a cold local craft beer, and take in the waterfront views while you slurp, sip, and savour. It’s the perfect midweek ritual: oysters, drinks, and vibes that feel like summer—no matter the season. The Local Social House – Waterfront dining, local pours, and your new Tuesday tradition.