County Events

Annual Lilac Festival & Plant Sale

05/19/2012

Macaulay Heritage Park, 35 Church Street, Picton, Ontario.  8 am to 3 pm


Annual Lilac Festival

05/19/2012

At Macaulay Heritage Park (the House) from 8 am to 3 pm

For more information contact 613-476-3833 or macmuseum@pecounty.on.ca


Relay for Life fundraising event

05/19/2012

Bottle Drive Drop Off, BBQ, Plant Sale, Bake Sale and Luminary Sale 8 am to 3 pm at the Black River Cheese Factory (BBQ hotdogs begin at 11).

Proceeds to Relay for Life's Black Crick Chicks.  Relay for Life supports the Canadian Cancer Society.

 


Master Gardener Annual Plant Sale

05/19/2012

 

 

Location: Metro Parking Lot on Main Street

Contact: http://prince-edward-county.com/?p=4330


Welcome Weekend - Village Awakening!

05/26/2012

Victoria Day Weekend at Ameliasburgh Historical Museum and Pioneer Village, 517 County Road 19, Ameliasburgh, Ontario.

Village Awakening!    "Spring Cleaning" the Pioneer Way!

Call, 613-968-9678 for more information or www.pecounty.on.ca/museums


Terroir: A County Wine Celebration

05/26/2012

7th Annual Prince Edward County Wine Celebration - Canada's newest wine region all in one place at the Crystal Palace, Picton Fairgrounds

  • more local wineries than ever before
  • best of County food
  • Special musical guest
  • fascinating guest speakers

Noon to 8 pm - All inclusive price of $40 at the door or $35 pre-purchased

Tickets available online at www.thecountywines.com or by phone at 613-403-4455


Village Awakening !

05/26/2012

"Spring Cleaning" the Pioneer Way!

Ameliasburgh Historical Museum - 613-968-9678 or amelmuseum@pecounty.on.ca

www.pecounty.on.ca/museums


Spring Tea

05/26/2012

- Enjoy an assortment of tasty sandwiches and delicious sweets served with tea or coffee
- $6 per person
- For reservations call: 476-7205 or 476-6032

St. Mary Magdalene Anglican Church Hall, 335 Main street, Picton

Proceeds to the church Centennial Fund
 


Tea-zar

05/26/2012

St. Gregory's Catholic Women's League

Purchase one of a kind items, have a coffee, tea & sandwich or just bring someone & enjoy the experience.

It is free admittance!

The event will be held at St Gregory's School in the Gymnasium on 7 Owen street, Picton, Ontario

 


The Great Canadian Cheese Festival

06/01/2012 to 06/03/2012

 A showcase of cheese from all across Canada, the Great Canadian Cheese Festival is an event for cheese lovers and enthusiasts. Talk, taste, buy and learn about one of the most diverse dairy foods available in Canada. Learn how to pair your favourite cheese with a great drink, and discover new cheese-based recipes.

For more information : http://www.cheesefestival.ca/


1812 Tea

06/01/2012

Rose House Museum celebrates with an 1812 Tea.

For more information contact 613-476-5439 or museums@pecounty.on.ca


County Kids of Steel Annual Triathlon

06/03/2012

Event Location: Prince Edward Fitness and Acquatic Centre, ON
Start Time: 9:00AM (bikes must be in transition zone no later than 8:30am)
 

Contact: http://www.onlineregistrations.ca/countykos/index.php


Glenwood Cemetery Decoration Day

06/03/2012

12 noon to 4 pm

A day to remember loved ones.  Memorial service in Chapel at 2:00 pm.

47 Ferguson St, Picton   www.glenwoodcemetery.ca


4th Annual Quinte's Isle Bluegrass Celebration

06/08/2012 to 06/10/2012

The Quinte’s Isle Bluegrass Celebration is a weekend of music, food and fun.  Bands and musicians from across the County and across Canada are coming out to entertain and jam.

For more information : http://www.quintebluegrass.com/


Canadian Cancer Assoc. Relay For Life

06/08/2012 to 06/09/2012

When: June 8, 2012 - 7 pm to 7 am
Where: Picton Faigrounds, Picton, Ontario

Website: http://convio.cancer.ca/site/TR?fr_id=10597&pg=entry

For more information, contact:
Canadian Cancer Society

Matthew Del Grosso
(613) 962-0686 ext. 3643
mdelgrosso@ontario.cancer.ca


Gardener's Gala

06/09/2012

At Crystal Palace, Picton Fairgrounds

Speaker Terry Sprague

Judged Floral Competition (OHA Rules)

Victorian Rea Room

Crafts & Local Vendors

BBQ 4:00 pm

Free Admission

Details at http://pechort.tripod.com and www.gardenontario.org


Donna's Ride For the Girls

06/09/2012

                             POKER RUN!

Registration starts at 9:00 a.m. at the Heritage Hall on County Road #6.
There will be a buffet breakfast from 8:00 a.m. on for 8 $ as well.

- Minimun $20 donation per bike & driver, plus $10 donation per passanger

- Prizes to be awarded for the Top Hands of the Day

-Hamburger, Hot Dogs and beverages to be served at last stop of the day.

Note: This is a rain or shine event.
 

For details, contact:  Debbie Gadd (613 - 476 - 3759)

 


Grain to Flour

06/10/2012

Ameliasburgh Historical Museum  remembering Roblin's Mill and the heritage of milling in Prince Edward County.

Call 613-968-9678 or email amelmuseum@pecounty.on.ca for more information.

www.pecounty.on.ca/museums


48th Annual Antique Show & Sale

06/15/2012 to 06/17/2012

Located at the Prince Edward Curling Club, Picton Fairgrounds.  Wide variety of antiques and collectibles.  Something to appeal to everyone. 

Admission is $4.00 including 2 day entry.  Hours:  Friday 4 to 8 pm; Saturday 10 am to 5 pm and Sunday 11 am to 4 pm

For more information contact Janet Bryant at 613-476-2078 or bryants@kos.net


A Day of Wine and Roses

06/23/2012

Contact: http://prince-edward-county.com/?p=4328

Event date/s: June 23, 10 AM to 3 PM
Event location/s: Macaulay Heritage Park Museum
Address of location: Church St., Picton

Sponsored by PEC Master Gardeners
$25 : speakers, growing roses in the County, growing grapes: Lunch included


 


Art in the County

06/29/2012 to 06/15/2012

Art in the County 2012 will run from June 29th – July 15th. This annual event will be held upstairs at Books & Company, 289 Picton Main Street.

The exhibition is a highlight of the summer season in Prince Edward County, attracting residents from around the Quinte area and visitors from across Canada, many US states, Europe, Asia and Australia.

Website: http://artinthecounty.com


Kiwanis Pancake Breakfast & Bake Sale

06/30/2012

Website: http://www.pictonkiwanis.org/public/pub_page.aspx?Pagel

The annual Kiwanis County Breakfast will be held on Saturday June 30, 2012 at the Masonic Hall, Masonic Hall 13251 Loyalist Parkway West End of Main St Picton Ontario.

Breakfast includes orange juice, pancakes, sausages, maple syrup and coffee.
This year we're adding scrambled eggs and baked beans to the breakfast.
We will start serving at 08:00 and continue until 12. The cost is $7 for adults, $5 for kids twelve and under; all proceeds go to helping kids in the County.

 


CANADA DAY

06/30/2012 to 07/01/2012

Wellington

Thursday, June 30 - 4pm - 8pm: Chicken Supper at the Legion

                                   DUSK: Big KA-BOOM fireworks!

                                   7:30pm  - 11pm: FREE Street Dance with Eddy & the Stingrays

Friday, July 1 - 8:30am - 10:30am: Town Hall Pancake Breakfast

                          All Day: Lunch and Lawn Sale, Library Book Sale, Museum Tour, Horse Drawn Carriage Rides, Artisan's Court at the Wellington Heritage

                          Museum and pancake breakfast at the Town Hall!

                          10:30am: Canada Day Parade

                          12:00pm: Opening Ceremony

                          1pm - 4pm: Wellington Park Gazebo Entertainment including:

Picton                          

Friday, July 1 - 10am - 5pm: Rising Star Competition

                          10am - 5pm: Art in the County: Picton Town Hall

                          12pm - 5pm: Birthday Bash on Elizabeth Street including

                          12pm - 5pm: Kids Carnival at Delhi Park

                          12pm - 5pm: Main Street events, visit www.experiencepicton.com   

                          DUSK: Fireworks at Delhi Park!

                 


Picton's Canada Day Celebration

07/01/2012

When: Sunday July 1st, 2012
Website: http://experiencepicton.com

Celebrate Canada's birthday in historic downtown Picton. Fun for all ages with a kid's carnival, music, educational programs, food and fireworks!!!
 


Festival Players of PEC

07/01/2012 to 08/31/2012

The plays are selected, the schedule is set, the casting is done and it’s full steam ahead! All single tickets for our 2012 summer season are now available online and by phone.

Or, you could grab a 3-ticket FlexPass for just $86.50. (That’s 10% off regular ticket pricing). A FlexPass is just that: flexible! Use your three tickets however you’d like during the 2012 season.

Box Office Coordinates:
Online: CountyTix.ca
Phone: 613-471-1991 / 1-866-584-1991
(In Person box office opens in June)

Website: http://festivalplayers.ca/


Historic Walking Tours

07/06/2012 to 09/01/2012

Every Friday and Saturday during July and August at 6:30 p.m.

Historic 1 1/2 hour walking tours through Macaulay's Cemetery and neighbouring County Gaol/gallows; or through the Victorian

splendour of Glenwood Cemetery, a "lively" journey into the past.  Book your tour through The Regent Tehatre Box Office at 224

Main Street, Picton  613-476-8416  info@theregenttheatre.org


Historic Walking Tours

07/06/2012 to 09/01/2012

Every Friday and Saturday during July and August at 6:30 p.m.

Historic 1 1/2 hour walking tours through Macaulay's Cemetery and neighbouring County Gaol/gallows; or through the Victorian

splendour of Glenwood Cemetery, a "lively" journey into the past.  Book your tour through The Regent Tehatre Box Office at 224

Main Street, Picton  613-476-8416  info@theregenttheatre.org


Historic Walking Tours

07/06/2012 to 09/01/2012

Every Friday and Saturday during July and August at 6:30 p.m.

Historic 1 1/2 hour walking tours through Macaulay's Cemetery and neighbouring County Gaol/gallows; or through the Victorian

splendour of Glenwood Cemetery, a "lively" journey into the past.  Book your tour through The Regent Tehatre Box Office at 224

Main Street, Picton  613-476-8416  info@theregenttheatre.org


1812 Fish Fry - Mariners Park Museum

07/07/2012

Mariners Park Museum 1812 Fish Fry

For more information check www.pecounty.on.ca/museums

or call 613-476-8392 or email marinersmuseum@pecounty.on.ca

 

 


Quilt Show 2012

07/07/2012 to 07/08/2012

Prince Edward County Quilters' Guild presents Quilt Show 2012

NEW VENUE !!!  Wellington Community Centre Essroc Arena, 111 Belleville St, Wellington, ON

Saturday July 7th, 10 to 5 and again on Sunday, July 8th, 10 to 5 - free parking - admission $5

members boutique * quilt raffle * merchant mall * quilt sales * demonstrations * guest artist * judged competition * café

For more information go to www.pec.on.ca/quiltersguild or call 613-399-3629 or email connie.sirot@sympatico.ca

 

 


MS Bike Tour

07/08/2012

The MS Bike Tour: Prince Edward County will be taking place on July 8th 2012 starting at the Prince Edward Community Centre in Picton. Our participants will cycle a 75km route through the beautiful rural roads of the county then returning to the Community Centre for a finish line BBQ and massage! Along the route we will have checkpoints with nutritious snacks and beverages to keep our riders fueled, as well as local Bike Show Mechanics and first aid to assist where needed!

 The MS Bike Tour is a nationally acclaimed fundraising event put on by the Multiple Sclerosis Society to raise funds to support research and programs for those living with MS. With successful tours in Grand Bend to London, Acton to Waterloo, Ottawa, Toronto and Niagara, the MS Society is confident the Prince Edward County tour will be met with much success!

 To register, please visit www.msbiketours.ca


History Alive! - Summer Experience Camps

07/09/2012 to 08/17/2012

Summer Experience Camps July 9th to 14th and August 13th to 17th

A different museum each day!       Ages 7 - 12

For more information go to www.pecounty.on.ca/museums


Belleville & District Annual Garden Tour

07/14/2012

Canadian Federation of University Women (CFUW) presents the Belleville & District Annual Garden Tour.  Only $20.00 to see 6 to 8 spectacular gardens and support the CUFW scholarship fund.  Call 613-968-2238 for more information.

CFUW Scholarships support young men and women in the Quinte Area who are pursuing post-secondary education.  Please check our website www.cfuwbelleville.com for updated information about this event and the scholarship application process.


Prince Edward County Rock, Gem & Mineral Show

07/15/2012

Rekindle the rockhound in you and discover nature's treasures at our first event -

showcasing gem and mineral, lapidary and jewellery exhibitors in the historic Crystal Palace at 375 Main Street, Picton

10:00 am to 5:00 pm   -   Admission is only $3.00 per person and free for 12 and under.

For more information call 613-476-5510


Chamber Music Festival

07/20/2012 to 08/10/2012

Friday Evening Series:  at 7:30 pm at St. Mary Magdalene's Church in Picton

July 20 - Linden String Quartet - Gold Medalist's Fischoff 09

July 27 - Tokai String Quartet - Prize Winners, Banff 07

August 3 - Tokai String Quartet with Peter Longworth, piano

August 10 - Port Milford Faculty Artists - Including Marie Berard, Concert Master Canadian Opera Co. & Pianist, Peter Longworth

$25 adult / $10 student               Season Pass $75 adult / $30 student

Saturday Matinees - Students perform Chamber, choral and Orchestral works

July 21 - 2 pm - Music at Port Milford, 89 Colliers Road, Milford

July 28 - 2 pm - South Bay United Church, Milford

Aug 4 - 2 pm - Music at Port Milford, 89 Colliers Road, Milford

Aug 11 - 2 pm - St. Mary Magdalene's Church, Picton

Tickets at door or online with further information at www.mpmcamp.org

 

 


MPM Takes to the Streets

07/21/2012

MPM (Music at Port Milford) students will be at various locales in Picton.  Weave your way around Picton, while enjoying the music of talented young musicians.

(Free Admission)

More information at ww.mpmcamp.org


Paint the County & Streetfest

07/30/2012 to 07/31/2012

Website: http://esperiencepicton.com/paint-the-county--streetfest-c


29th Annual Art & Craft Sale

08/02/2012

When:  Thursday, August 2nd, 2012 from 9 am to 8 pm

Where:  The Picton Fairgrounds - Main Street East, Picton, ON

FREE PARKING!  WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBLE!   BUS GROUPS WELCOME!

Come visit our Four Buildings/Five areas - Arena & Community Cente, Curling Club, Fruit Building, Crystal Palace - Plus Outside Vendors

Over 200 endors will be selling everything from Crafts, Stained Glass, Paintings, Clothing (both children's and adult fashions), Hats, Wood Products (small & large), OUtside Furniture, Wind Chimes, Potery, Jewellery, Hancrafted Soap, Toys and MUCH MUCH MORE!

There will be lots to eat .... with different Women's Institutes serving food in the Curling Club and the Community Centre as well as a Sunday School serving hamburgers, etc. outside the Crystal Palace & the 4H will be selling milkshakes and ice cream.

For more information, call the Registrar, Paulina McMahon at 613-394-9914 or send an email to pmcmahon@bellnet.ca


Clic Eastern Ontario Photo Show

08/04/2012 to 08/12/2012

The third annual show will take place Saturday, August 4th to Sunday, August 12th in the second floor Gallery of Books & Company, 289 Main Street, Picton. Admission: $2.00 for adults and FREE for kids 12 years old and under. It begins at 10 AM every morning and from Monday to Saturday will be open until 6 PM, Sunday August 5th until 5 PM and Sunday, August 12th until 2 PM.
Website: http://www.easternontariophotoshow.com/
 


Piano Men

08/04/2012

Music of Billy Joel and Elton John, Band with Port Milford Symphony at the Regent Theatre in Picton.

Tickets $30.00 available at door or online at www.mpmcamp.org


Discovering Delhi ....

08/09/2012

Rediscover Picton's Delhi "district".  Historic walking tour, talk and refreshments at Macaulay Heritage Park.  1-4 pm

For more information contact 613-476-3833 or macmuseums@pecounty.on.ca


Rose House Fish Fry

08/11/2012

Famous Fish Fry with tasty food & toe-tapping tunes!  4:30 to 6:30 p.m.

For more information contact 613-476-5439 or museums@pecounty.on.ca


Wellington Lions Club Dragon Boat Races

08/11/2012

Waterfront Celebrations at Wellington Harbour.

For more information : Wilf Durham 613-399-3081


Annual Fish Fry - Rose House Museum

08/11/2012

Tasty food & toe-tapping tunes at Rose House Museum, 3333 County Rd. 8, Waupoos, Ontario

4:30 to 6:30 pm

More information at www.pecounty.on.ca/museums


Mariners Church Service

08/12/2012

Mariners Memorial Service at South Bay United Church - 3 p.m. - County Road 13 at County  Road 10 

More information at www.pecounty.on.ca/museums


Prince Edward County Jazz Festival 12th Anniversary

08/15/2012 to 08/19/2012

Celebrating its 12th year, the Prince Edward County Arts Council’s largest signature event features internationally acclaimed musicians performing in many satellite locations around the County. The Jazz Festival presents a Rising Young Star Award annually where the award winner becomes a featured guest at the main stage performances at the Regent Theatre, Picton. The Jazz Festival hosts a Spring Dinner/Jazz concert in March,  Under TD sponsorship a student education weekend takes place for four selected high school jazz bands in April mentored by some of Canada's finest jazz musicians.

For more information : http://www.pecjazz.org


Jazz at the Glenwood Chapel

08/18/2012

PEC Jazz Festival satelite location, wonderful talent to be enjoyed.  Historic walking tours of the cemetery following the concert.

Glenwood Cemetery, 47 Ferguson St., Picton    www.glenwoodcemetery.ca


Pioneer Heritage Day

09/02/2012

Pioneer Heritage Day at Ameliasburgh Historical Museum

For more information contact 613-968-9678 or amelmuseum@pecounty.on.ca


The 177th Annual Picton Fair

09/07/2012 to 09/09/2012

 

 The 177th Annual Picton Fair


September 07,08 & 09, 2012

 The Prince Edward Agricultural Society, circa 1831, presents their annual county fair. Being one of the oldest agricultural fairs in Ontario, it was first introduced in 1836 and has since remained a fun, old fashioned exhibition bringing the past and present into a single setting.

We are proud to present the historical "Crystal Palace" as a backdrop to many attractions including:

 Tim Hortons Baby Show ~ Essroc Italcementi Group Artisit Of The Year Award ~ AV Frame & Photo Photographer Of The Year Award ~ Kiwanis Club Of Picton Youth Exhibitors ( schools) ~ Home & Wood Crafts ~ Quilt Raffle ~ Photography Exhibit ~ Fruit & Vegetable Exhibit ~ Seeds, Grains & Flower Exhibits ~ Poultry Exhibit ~ Dairy Cattle Show ~ Beef Cattle Show ~ Steer Show & Sale ~ Heavy Horse Draw ~ Hunter Jumper Show ~ 4-H Calf Show ~ Western Horse Show ~ Dog "Mutt" Show ~ Rising Star ~ Live Entertainment ~ Midway ~ Food Vendors ~ Mechandise Vendors ~ Lawn Tractor Racing ~ Lawn Tractor Pulls and of course the crowd pleasing Demolition Derby.

 


PEC Fall Antique Show & Sale

09/14/2012 to 09/16/2012

Website:http://prince-edward-county.com/?p=4493

Where: Crystal Palace, Picton Fairgrounds


Prince Edward County Music Festival

09/14/2012 to 09/22/2012

Website: http://www.pecmusicfestival.com/

The Prince Edward County Music Festival provides a unique and exciting artistic experience by featuring the works of a living composer along with works from other eras and genres. Beauty is one of the great aspirations of art, and an essential goal of our Juno award winning composer-in-residence, Marjan Mozetich, whose blend of the traditional, popular and modern will highlight our Festival's theme.

Come and be swept away by the revelations that the quest for beauty has inspired in composers of all times in a selection of works performed by the string quartets, Stéphane Lemelin, and other musicians.

The Prince Edward County Festival takes place from September 14-22, 2012 under the artistic direction of acclaimed Canadian pianist Stéphan Lemelin.
 


Third Annual PEC Gravity Fest

09/15/2012 to 09/16/2012

The third annual Prince Edward County Gravity Fest has been added to the 2012 IGSA NorAm Downhill Series. On September 15-16, the top downhill skateboard and street luge racers in North America will be racing through the city streets of Picton, Ontario, Canada.

Where: Pitt Street, Picton

Website: http://prince-edward-county.com/?p=3058

 

 

 

 

 

 


Quinte Model Shipwrights

09/15/2012 to 09/16/2012

Website: http://prince-edward-county.com/?p=4500

Where: Curling Club, Picton Fairgrounds

Who to Contact: 613.399.1987 | jcgander@sympatico.ca


Quinte Model Shipwrights

09/15/2012 to 09/16/2012

Website: http://prince-edward-county.com/?p=4500

Where: Curling Club, Picton Fairgrounds


German Dinner - Rose House Museum

09/15/2012

By Reservation only at Rose House Museum. 3333 county Road 8, Waupoos, Ontario.

2 sittings at 5 pm or 6 pm

613-476-5439 or email museums@pecounty.on.ca

www.pecounty.on.ca/museums

 


Taste the Heritage

09/16/2012

Back to basics heritage cooking, with samples!  Bannock, Breads & Other Baked Delights! at the Ameliasburgh Historical Museum

For more information contact 613-968-9678 or amelmuseum@pecounty.on.ca


Picton Railroaders Annual Train Show

09/17/2012 to 09/18/2012

Picton Model Railroaders 24th Annual Model Train Show
 
September 15th and 16th, 2012
Prince Edward Curling Club Picton Fair Grounds Main Street East.
Hours will be 10:00 am to 5:00 pm on Saturday and 10:00 am to 4:00 pm on Sunday.
 
Adults $5.00 Children $1.00
 
We will be featuring model train layouts, modules and displays, radio control boats, model aircraft, model farm machinery and many model vendors.
Try your hand at slot car racing, operating a model railroad, operating a radio control boat or flying an RC flight simulator.
 
For further information call Jack
tel: (613) 476 - 3721

Website: http://p_m_r.tripod.com/pictonmodelrailroaders/id1.html


Prince Edward County Studio & Gallery Tour

09/21/2012 to 09/23/2012

The Prince Edward County Studio Tour is in its 18th year, and features the work of quality local and guest artists. The public can spend 3-days travelling the County to visit artists where they work, in studios and workshops, as well as to multi-artist, multi-disciplinary galleries. This is one of Ontario's most diverse tours as its artists' works include sculpture, drawing, painting, glass, pottery, woodturning, printmaking, photography, jewellery and fibre.

For more information visit www.pecstudiotour.com


Veteran's Day

09/22/2012

A ceremony to honour our Veterans, coinciding with Legion Week.

Glenwood Cemetery, 47 Ferguson St., Picton    www.glenwoodcemetery.ca


Toronto Welsh Male Voice Choir

09/22/2012

The Toronto Welsh Male Voice Choir with Jeanette Arsenault as soloist is once again coming to the Regent Theatre for another magnificent performance on behalf of the PEC Memorial Hospital Foundation.  The concert is to raise funds for the current campaign for new ultrasound and digital mammography units for the Picton hospital.  The "Afterglow" will also be held again at the Picton Legion after the concert.  Tickets will be available at the Regent Theatre Box Office.

 


Food, Farming & the War of 1812

09/23/2012

A lecture by Cheryul Macdonald at the Macaulay Heritage Park (the Church) at 1 pm

For more information contact 613-476-3833 or macmuseum@pecounty.on.ca


Kiwanis Colour Bribbage Ride

09/29/2012

If you don’t know what a cribbage ride is, you’re not alone. Find out at www.pictonkiwanis.homestead.com maybe decide to take part in this gorgeous ride on quiet County roads. Great time of year for riding, taking it easy and enjoy the Autumn air.

Location: Curling Club at the Fair Grounds Hall, east end of Picton on Main St E. There are 50 or 100 km routes with refreshment stops and marshalls at turns.

Contact: 613-393-5270

Website: http://prince-edward-county.com/?p=3182


Taste! 2012

09/29/2012

Visit http://www.tastecelebration.ca/ for more information.


Kiwanis Colour Cribbage Tour Bicycle Tour

09/29/2012

Riders will have a choice of a 100 km or 50 km route. There will be maps, refreshment stops and marshals to help direct riders.
For maps, brochures or registration, visit www.pictonkiwanis.org, call 613-476-4379or email mirbil@yahoo.com.


9th Annual County Marathon

10/14/2012

This Boston Qualifier is sactioned by Athletics Canada ON-2003-J3-JHC and as an ORRA, AAA classified race.  Described as flat and fast by National Level Coach Peter Pimm, this October 14th expect a warm welcome from the residents of Prince Edward County as you run the fully closed course down the main streets of Wellington, Bloomfield and Picton.

Registration open December 1st, 2011 - For more information go to www.pecmarathon.ca or call 1-866-473-2786


Small Business Week

10/15/2012 to 10/19/2012

Small Business Week, watch for seminars, events to be announced.


Quinte Business Achievement Awards

10/18/2012

Celebrate the culmination of Small Business Week at the Awards Gala at Highline Hall in the Wellington & District Community Centre.  News, itinerary and tickets available closer to the event.  Check www.qbaa.ca.


Pumpkinfest Celebrations

10/20/2012

Wellington Heritage Museum celebrates Pumpkinfest!  Artisan's Court at the Museum -  290 Main Street, Wellington, Ontario.

Pancake Breakfast at th eTown Hall. Parade, weigh-in, etc.

For more information www.pecounty.on.ca/museums


Pumpkinfest!

10/20/2012

Wellington Heritage Museum Celebrates Pumpkinfest!

Pancake Breakfast at the Town Hall

Artisans Court at teh Community Centre

For more information contact 613-399-5015 or wellmuseum@pecounty.on.ca


Fall Countylicious

10/31/2012 to 11/24/2012

PEC's celebration of fine dining featuring prix fixe menus is back. This time round, ten of the County's top top restaurnants will offer three-course culinary creations for $30 or $35.

Website: www.countylicious.ca


The Maker's Hand

11/02/2012 to 11/04/2012

Website: http://www.themakershand.com/about.shtml
The Maker's Hand is a prestigious show and sale of Eastern Ontario's Finest Arts.
Admission is $5.00. It is at 375 Main Street East, Picton.


Wassail

11/17/2012 to 11/18/2012

Wassail is an annual held in Prince Edward County which celebrates another harvest and the laying of vines to rest. The event takes place over 3 weekends in November & December and each participating winery hosts a variety winter festivities including things like mulled wines, tasty treats and caroling! A singing cavalcade also sweeps across the County each weekend... be sure not to miss 2012.
 

Website: http://thecountywines.com/pecwaannualeventsc16.php


Wine Spiel

11/17/2012

Prince Edward Curling Club WINE SPIEL - Open Format - Three Six end games

Entry fee:  $200 per team - First sixteen teams accepted.

Sponsored by Prince Edward County Vineyards.

Experience the best in the County

  • Catered County themed Dinner
  • County Wine Tasting
  • Prizes from County Vineyards
  • and more!

Enquiries - email to info@pecurling.com


PEC Memorial Hospital Festival of Trees

11/23/2012 to 11/25/2012

Nov. 23 – 25 | Fri. & Sat. 10am-9pm; Sun. 10am-2pm
Crystal Place & Community Centre, 375 Main St. E., Picton
Free Admission | Silent Auction

The magic of the Christmas season transforms the historic Crystal Palace into a fairyland of twinkling lights, garland, exquisitely decorated trees and the seasonal music we all love to hear! The Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital Auxiliary will host the Festival of the Trees Silent auction at the Crystal Palace (Picton Fairgrounds) AND the Community Centre’s Banquet Room….lots and lots of trees!!

Admission is free and all proceeds from the silent auction will go to the hospital. Festival hours are Friday November 26 & Saturday November 27, 10:00 a.m.-9:00 p.m., Sunday November 28, 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. Bidding closes at 2 p.m. on Sunday

Info 476-8435.

Website: http://prince-edward-county.com/?p=3212


Christmas Wreath & Basket Sale

11/24/2012

Annual fundraiser for the Glenwood Cemetery.  Purchase Wreaths & Baskets for use in homes during the holiday season and for placement on monuments in memory of loved ones.

Glenwwod Chapel, 47 Ferguson St., Picton    www.glenwoodcemetery.ca


Wassail

12/01/2012 to 12/02/2012

Wassail is an annual held in Prince Edward County which celebrates another harvest and the laying of vines to rest. The event takes place over 3 weekends in November & December and each participating winery hosts a variety winter festivities including things like mulled wines, tasty treats and caroling! A singing cavalcade also sweeps across the County each weekend... be sure not to miss 2012.
 

Website: http://thecountywines.com/pecwaannualeventsc16.php


A County Christmas Past!

12/02/2012

Contact: 613.476.3833 or 613.476.2148 ext. 426

Where: Macaulay Heritage Park, 35 Church St., Picton

Website: http://prince-edward-county.com/?p=4527


Old Tyme Town & County Christmas

12/02/2012 to 12/16/2012

Website: http://experiencepicton.com/old-tyme-town--county-chris


Old Tyme Town & County Christmas

12/02/2012 to 12/16/2012

Website: http://experiencepicton.com/old-tyme-town--county-chris


Picton Santa Claus Parade

12/02/2012

Parade starts at 2:00 pm.  For more information contact Picton BIA 613-476-7901  www.experiencepicton.com


A County Christmas at Macaulay House

12/02/2012

Call 613-476-3833 or email macmuseum@pecounty.on.ca for more information.

www.pecounty.on.ca/museums


Christmas .... in the Village

12/08/2012

Ameliasburgh Historical Museum presents Christmas ... in the Village!

For more information contact 613-968-9678 or amelmuseum@pecounty.on.ca


Maple in The County 2013

03/23/2013 to 03/24/2013

Presented by The Prince Edward County Maple Producers, Maple in the County was named a Top 100 Festival by Festivals & Events Ontario.  Featuring events by local businesses, eight maple syrup producers, art studios, restaurants and wineries it is a program jam-packed with activities for yourng and old.

Every year over 13,000 visitors and locals enjoy a trip to one of our sugarbushes to experience everything from lip-smacking pancake breakfasts, surgar bush tours, maple museums, baby farm animal petting zoos, and antique tractor collections.  Be sure to visit the annual Farm & Artisan Market to purchase a regionally made memento of your weekend, visit wineries and restaurants for special promotions and check out retail sales County-wide.

A full list of activities, events and locations can be found at the Maple in the County website http://www.mapleinthecounty.ca , by calling 866-845-6644 or in the insert and map availab le at participating Maple in the County locations.


Upcoming Events
Annual Lilac Festival & Plant Sale

05/19/2012 - Details »

Annual Lilac Festival

05/19/2012 - Details »

Relay for Life fundraising event

05/19/2012 - Details »

Features of the Week
1st Meet & Greet of 2012
1st Meet & Greet of 2012

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Driving Tours
This County Driving Tour is comprised of 3 different Tours!
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