Events for February 2012

Wednesday, February 1st, 2012

Everything Coming up Rosé at The Grange
· until Tuesday, February 14th, 2012

Thursday, February 2nd, 2012

Harry Manx at The Empire Theatre

Harry Manx speaks to the soul with his calm spirituality and distinctive sound. Dubbed the essential link between the music of East and West, he is a master of the musical short story that seamlessly weds the tradition of the ‘earthly’ American Blues with the depth of classical ‘heavenly’ Indian ragas. From an early age, Manx was on the road … as a sound man in the blues clubs of Toronto, busking on street corners from Brazil to Japan, studying meditation and music in India .. and all these influences shine through in his music. A dedicated performer, Manx has put out nine CDs in eight years, garnered a serious stack of awards and toured extensively across Canada, the US, Australia and Europe, playing in soft seat theatres, prestigious festivals and first-rate blues clubs. A modern day troubadour, Manx sings with an intimate, quiet warmth that makes his shows mesmerizing. The subtle interplay between the haunting notes of the sitar and the gentle, rhythmic groove of the blues gives his songs a beautiful sensuality that defies comparison

Thursday February 2, 2012 @ 8:00 p.m.

Ticket Pricing:

$35.00 (including HST) + ticket service fee

Friday, February 3rd, 2012

The Jim Cuddy Band “Skyscraper Soul Tour 2012?

With the release of his third solo album �"Skyscraper Soul”, Jim Cuddy is hitting the road with The Jim Cuddy Band. The band includes Colin Cripps, Bazil Donovan, Joel Anderson, Steve O’Connor, Anne Lindsay and a number of Toronto’s top horn players and strings players. In 1998, Jim released �"All In Time” which went on to sell Gold in Canada. His next album, 2006?s �"The Light That Guides You Home”, was released to critical acclaim and won the Juno for Adult Alternative Album of the Year. With �"Skyscraper Soul”, Cuddy has never sounded better and proved once again that his songwriting ranks with the best Canada has to offer. A fan favourite … book early.

Friday February 3, 2012 @ 8:00 p.m.

Special Guest:  Doug Paisley

[ Watch "Everyone Watched The Wedding"

video on our blog ]

Ticket Pricing:

$44.00 + HST + ticket service fee

FROSTFEST!
· until Saturday, February 4th, 2012

Quinte West presents the 6th annual FROSTFEST! Come out and enjoy night skiing with friends and family on Friday February 3rd and Saturday February 4th for only $15 plus HST sponsored by the Batwa Ski Hill. On Saturday February 4th, join us from 10am until 2pm for a fun filled, free day of indoor and outdoor activities at the Batawa Community Centre including horse drawn carrige rides, outdoor skating, arts & crafts, performances by Andy Forgie and the Trenton Twirlers, an outdoor petting zoo, and a giant inflatable! Hot dogs and drinks will be available for purchase.

Saturday, February 4th, 2012

M&M Meat Shops Canadian Junior Curling Championships
· until Sunday, February 12th, 2012

Strathcona Paper Centre, 16 McPherson Drive, Napanee Napanee & District Curling Club, 178 York Street, Napanee

Don't miss the nation's top junior men and women compete at the 2012 M&M Meat Shops Canadian Junior Curling Championships. 26 teams from across the country will gather in Napanee from February 4-12th, 2012 and compete for gold.  Week, weekend and daily tickets are on sale now at the Strathcona Paper Centre or by calling 613-354-4423. Visit http://www.curling.ca for news and info.

Tuesday, February 7th, 2012

Urgent ActionLetter Writing at the Belleville Public Library

Tuesday morning drop-in from 9:30-11:30 at the Belleville Public Library and John M. Parrott Art Gallery - second floor. Please join the local branch of Amnesty International in writing a letter to support Human Rights worldwide. Experience the power of words!

Grade 9 Information Session
· until Wednesday, February 8th, 2012

Albert College is holding a Grade 9 Information Session at 7:00 pm in the Resource Centre.

Thursday, February 9th, 2012

Hanson “Shout It Out Tour 2012?

Native sons of Tulsa, Oklahoma – Isaac, Taylor and Zac Hanson have been making music together for nearly two decades. Unaffected by charts or fads they continue to build a fan base worldwide, fuelled by the energy and craftmanship of their music. Hanson has developed in to a classic 70?s style mid-west rock band. Gritty guitars, vintage keys and melodic songs. They burst on the scene in 1997 with their international hit record �"MMMBop”, which was nominated for three Grammy awards. Hanson has sold 15 million records over 10 album releases. The Village Voice calls Hanson �"The finest straight-up rock band in America”. Their most recent release �"Shout It Out” contains funky, rock and soul, alongside passionate piano driven ballads mixed with their trademark vocal harmonies.

Thursday February 9, 2012 @ 8:00 p.m.

[ View Hanson on our EMPIRE BLOG: "MMMBop" and "Give A Little"]

Ticket Pricing:

Premium – $42.95 + HST + ticket service fee

Regular – $35.95 + HST + ticket service fee

Friday, February 10th, 2012

The Laramie Project
· until Saturday, February 11th, 2012

Senior School Drama Production, "The Laramie Project" Friday, February 10 & Saturday, February 11 at 7:30 p.m. Albert College Memorial Chapel - 160 Dundas Street West, Belleville The Laramie Project is a play by Moisés Kaufman and members of the Tectonic Theater Project. It is based on the true story of the 1998 murder of University of Wyoming gay student Matthew Shepard in Laramie, Wyoming. The murder was denounced as a hate crime motivated by homophobia and brought attention to the lack of hate crimes laws in various states, including Wyoming. The play draws on hundreds of interviews conducted by the theatre company with inhabitants of the town, company members' own journal entries and published news reports. It is divided into three acts, and eight actors portray more than sixty characters in a series of short scenes.

Saturday, February 11th, 2012

iLove … A Romantic Dot Com-edy for Valentine’s Day!

Stirling Festival Theatre - http://www.stirlingfestivaltheatre.com From The Second City, the legendary comedy theatre, comes a play about relationships in the age of social networking. There are Plenty of Fish in the sea, but can we all live in eHarmony? Or are our lives too much of an open (Face)book? Valentine’s Day, love it or hate it, this is perfect for date night or girls’ night out! Saturday Feb. 11 8:00 pm All Seats $35.50 Early Bird & Groups 20+ $32.50 Dinner and Show Package - $67.50 (tax & gratuity incl.) Catered by Sans Souci!

Knights of Columbus Ice Fishing Derby and Valentine's Dinner and Dance

The Knights of Columbus are hosting their 5th annual ice fishing derby on Saturday February 11th, with all proceeds being donated to Hospice Quinte.

1st prize in the derby takes home $300, 2nd is $150 and 3rd is $75. Whether you fish or not, come enjoy a wonderful Valentine's themed event with a roast beef dinner, dance and prizes for almost everyone who attends for only $20. Registration for the derby begins at 8 am, then the evening festivities begin with a 6 pm cocktail hour. It all takes place at the Fish and Game Club on Elmwood Drive in Belleville, ON.

For tickets call Peter Girard at 613-966-2324, Erica Holgate at Hospice Quinte 613-966-6610 or email Erica at ericaholgate@hotmail.com.

Sunday, February 12th, 2012

An Evening with C.S. Lewis

Join us for an intimate evening with the author of THE LION, THE WITCH, & THE WARDROBE, dramatically portrayed by acclaimed British actor, David Payne. An enthralling theatrical experience that gives you a glimpse into the life of the author of The Chronicles of Narnia and good friend of J.R.R.Tolkien (author of Lord of the Rings). 7:00 p.m. Maranatha Church, 100 College St. West, Belleville Tickets: $10 + service fees Tickets available at Maranatha Church: 100 College St., West, Belleville, 613-962-2062. Presented by World Vision Canada and UCB Canada http://www.ucbcanada.com/cslewis 102.3 Belleville | 103.5 Bancroft | 100.5 Kingston | 99.9 Brockville | 90.7 Cobourg-Port Hope

Tuesday, February 14th, 2012

Junior School Admission Open House
· until Wednesday, February 15th, 2012

Albert College is holding a Junior School Admission Open House from 4:00 - 6:00 p.m.

Saturday, February 18th, 2012

Babar

Stirling Festival Theatre - Babar by Jean De Brunhoff - http://www.stirlingfestivaltheatre.com Babar tells the story of a young elephant who leaves the jungle, visits a big city and returns to the jungle to share his discoveries with the other elephants. He becomes king, and teaches his children Pom, Flora, Alexander and Isabel his valuable lessons! Saturday February 18 2 pm All Seats $8.00 (No Early Bird)

Thursday, February 23rd, 2012

Home Show at Quinte Mall
· until Sunday, February 26th, 2012

Get ready for Spring at the Quinte Mall Home Show! February 23 - February 26, 2012, during regular mall hours. Speak with local experts about home improvement projects. They will be located throughout the mall. Visit our web-site for shopping hours, upcoming events and promotions! http://www.quintemall.com and http://www.facebook.com/quintemall

Friday, February 24th, 2012

Dogs of War - Canada's Pink Flloyd Experience

Friday February 24 @ 8 p.m. Without question, Pink Floyd remains one of the most influential rock bands of all time. Their record-breaking status is legendary. Now, get ready for the Canadian Pink Floyd experience, DOGS OF WAR, complete with an audio and visual experience that will blow your mind and leave you comfortably numb. All of Pink Floyd’s greatest hits are performed live including such favourites as: Wish You Were Here, Have A Cigar, Shine On You Crazy Diamond, Another Brick in the Wall and the entire Dark Side of the Moon album. See Dogs of War LIVE! A brain damaging Pink Floyd experience.

Friday February 24 @ 8 p.m.

[ View Dogs of War Promo video on our Empire BLOG ]

Ticket Pricing:

$34.95 + HST + ticket service fee