December 3, 2009:
Kingston Civitan is running a licenced raffle; tickets are $2.00 each or 3 for $5.00. First prize is a $300.00 Canadian Tire Gift Card and 2nd Prize is a $200.00 Canadian Tire Gift Card. Both Gift Cards are good for Canadian Tire in-store purchases or fuel at the Canadian Tire Gas Bar. The draw will take place at 7:00 PM at Royal Canadian Legion Branch 560 on Thursday, Decemeber 3 during Kingston Civitan's General Meeting. For more information and purchase the Raffle Tickets contact Kingston Civitan www.citylifeontario.com/kingston/civitan.html.

December 3, 2009:
Ban Righ Centre Noon Hour Speaker Series, 32 Bader Lane presents Keepers of the Peace with artist Ann Barlow. Ann’s recent studies involving Aboriginal concerns have resulted in a painting which portrays ten persons of positive significance in Native Canadian history. This painting will be on display in the Jean Royce Lounge at the Ban Righ Centre from Nov-Dec 2009. Her talk will focus on the stories of the fascinating personalities represented. Free admission, everyone is welcome www.queensu.ca/dsao/ind/banrigh.

December 3, 2009:
Comedian Idol 2009 at Time To Laugh Comedy Club, 394 Princess Street. Always a soldout show!! The Finals go Thursday, December 3. For more information www.timetolaugh.ca. 613-542-LAFF (542-5233)  Doors 8:30pm, Show 9:00pm  19+

December 4, 2009:
The skating rink at Springer Market Square will open today at 4 p.m. - just in time for skaters to enjoy a turn or two around the rink while gathering for tonight's Jingle Bell Walk. The rink is open daily (weather permitting) from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. A warming/change area, complete with lockers (bring your own lock) and accessible washrooms is now available in the lower level of City Hall's Market Wing. An access ramp is available via the North courtyard off Brock Street. Free admission.

December 5, 2009:
This year’s version of the RCMP Christmas Tree Sale is December 5 & 6 from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. in the 1000 Gardiners Road parking lot.  The cost of the trees is just $30 each. www.unitedwaykfla.ca.

December 8, 2009:
The award-winning Cantabile Choirs present "Green Grows the Holly", beautiful candelight concerts filled with holiday spirit and candlelight at Sydenham Street United on Firday, December 18 and Saturday, December 19 at 7:30pm.  Thrill to the sound of over three hundred children, teen and adult choristers in traditional favorites, holidays songs and new carol arrangements.  Tickets at the Grand Theatre Box Office (613) 530-2050  http://cantabile.kingston.net.

December 9, 2009:
The Grand Theatre World Rhythms Series at the Regina Rosen Auditorium, 218 Princess Street presents Black Umfolosi. The group much loved around the world, offer its sweet sounds of acapella with marvellous harmonies and gospel singing, as well as their captivating dancing including the gumboot dancing of South Africa. Balcony and Orchestra seating available. Performance starts 8pm. Charge by Phone 613-530-2050 www.kingstongrand.ca.

December 10, 2009:
Bottle Tree Productions presents the fairy tale classic; Cinderella at The Wellington Street Theatre, corner of Johnson and Wellington Streets in downtown Kingston. Cinderella(Megan Ready-Walters) is dressed in rags and has to keep the ouse clean for her mean stepmother (Amanda Verner) and her stepsisters (Shannon Broekhoven and Simon Derome) When everyone in The Kingdom is invited to the Palace Ball in honour of the handsome Prince Charming (Davin Allan), Cinderella is forbidden to go by her stepmother. Left alone and crying, Cinderella is paid a surprise visit by her fairy godmother (Hannah Smith) and I'm sure you know what happens next. Performances Thursday Dec 10-Saturday Dec 12 @ 7 pm and Thursday December 17-Saturday Dec 19 @ 7 pm and Sunday Dec 13 and Sunday Dec 20 @ 3 pm. Tickets $15/adults $12/seniors, students and children.

December 11, 2009:
The Grand Theatre Jazz Series at the Regina Rosen Auditorium, 218 Princess Street presents Grammy Award winning Dianne Reeves for a special holiday performance with both jazz standards and Christmas favourites. Balcony and Orchestra seating available. Performance starts 8pm. Charge by Phone 613-530-2050 www.kingstongrand.ca.

December 14, 2009:
The 2010 Olympic Torch relay will arrive in at Springer Market Square on Dec. 14 and all of Kingston is invited to come on out to meet it and show our Olympic spirit. Festivities to greet the Olympic Torch begin in the Square at 5:30 p.m., with an introduction by the Vancouver Olympic Committee and continue on with an evening of song and dance - punctuated by the arrival of the torch in the Square at around 7 p.m. carried by a special Kingstonian. Entertainment will include: Town Crier Chris Whyman, Limestone Choristers, Katarakwi dancers, Le Clan D'estin, and Tea for the Voyage.

December 19, 2009:
Classic Albums Live at the Grand Theatre, 218 Princess Street presents A Very Lennon Christmas. Balcony and Orchestra seating available. Performance starts 8pm. Charge by Phone 613-530-2050 www.kingstongrand.ca.

December 31, 2009:
New Year's Eve Festivities At The K-Rock Centre. Bring your family and friends to the K-Town Countdown New Year Eve indoor and outdoor festivities at the K-Rock Centre, 1 Barrack St. Half the Centre's ice surface will be available for free public skating and the other half will be devoted to live musical entertainment. Dress for the occasion to enjoy outdoor wagon rides, hot chocolate (proceeds go to P.R.O. Kids) and the fireworks - then come inside to warm up, listen to music and take a spin around the ice. The entertainment and activities run from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. - and the evening ends with a fireworks display at the nearby Wolfe Island Ferry docks and Confederation Basin at 9:15 p.m. And it's all still FREE! Here's the line-up of acts and activities: 5:00 p.m. to 8 p.m. Face painting and wagon rides / 5:00 p.m. Faultline Drive, Kingston's hottest new band / 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. The Wild and Wacky Magic of Rob Driscoll, strolling magician / 5:30 p.m. Roger James. Comedy and music collide as James takes the stage for his 12th year as emcee and performer for Kingston's New Years Eve celebration / 6:00 p.m. Splash n' Boots, Children's Group of the Year (Independant Music Awards); "The Best in Children's Entertainment" (The Toronto Star); "The Canadian Wiggles" (Parenting Awards) / 7:00 p.m. Swayed, a Canadian New Country band building it's foundation in Kingston / 8:00 p.m. Tea for the Voyage, a great party band and an all-time Kingston favourite. Entertaining and fun, they bring a mix of Reggae, Jazz, Rock and Ska to the stage / 9:15 p.m. Spectacular fireworks display best viewed from the Wolfe Island ferry dock or Confederation park. Celebrate the incoming new year by making a cash donation to P.R.O. Kids (Positive Recreational Opportunities for Kids). Free Parking at all City surface lots such as the Frontenac, Drury, Barrack Street, King/Queen, and Angrove lots (all close to the K-Rock Centre) - will be free after 4:30 p.m. on New Year's Eve.

December 31, 2009:
On Thursday, December 31 bring your family down to join the City's New Year Eve indoor and outdoor festivities at the K-Rock Centre, 1 Barrack St. The entertainment and activities run from 5pm to 9pm - and the evening ends with a fireworks display at the nearby Wolfe Island Ferry docks and Confederation Basin at 9:15pm. And it's all still FREE! Dress for the occasion to enjoy the wagon rides, hot chocolate, buskers, and the fireworks outside - then come inside to warm up. Half the Centre's ice surface will be available for free public skating and the other half will be devoted to live musical entertainment. Here's the evening's line-up: 5 p.m. - Faultline Drive, local rockers / 5:30 p.m. - Roger James, funny-man musician / 6:15 p.m. - Splash N'Boots, Canadian Children's Music Group of the Year / 7:15 p.m. - Swayed, new country classics / 8:15 p.m. - Tea for the Voyage, six-piece hoppin' ska band / 9:15 p.m. - Fireworks at Confederation Basin. Celebrate the incoming new year by making a cash donation to P.R.O. Kids (Positive Recreational Opportunities for Kids).

December 31, 2009:
New Yuks Eve at Time To Laugh Comedy Club, 394 Princess Street with comedians Ian Sirota, Kingston's Steve Patterson, Matt Billon, and Kingston's Ryan Dennee. 5 Packages to choose from including 7pm and 9:30pm shows and dinner across the street at The Grizzly Grill. For more information and reservations visit www.timetolaugh.ca.

December 31, 2009:
The Tom Savage Trio kick start the evening followed by The Spades at The Merchant Tap House, 6 Princess Street. New Years Eve tickets will soon be available so ask your server or at the bar.  9pm  19+

December 31, 2009:
Ring in 2010 with a party like no other at Elixir, 14 Garrett Street. World famous Fragglerock & Luv Gen DJ's handle your money makers like no one else in the city can. No gouging, just all the right stuff for a blast! $10 tickets ($20 for 10 people before 11). Hors d'oeuvres and complimentaries  19+

December 31, 2009:
Dust Off Those Dancing Shoes and Ring In The New Year with Heads Up! (feat. Kevin Head) at the RCHA Club, 193 Ontario Street (upstairs). A fun night of great pop/jazz standards, 50s and 60s rockin' tunes and even a few country classics thrown in for good measure. 9pm to 1am, Ages 19+. Party Favours, Midnight Buffet and Live Music for $25 (Members), $30.00 (Corporate Associates) and a limited number of tickets available to Non-Members for $35.00 each. Make it a night to remember with a Four Points by Sheraton Kingston deal. Call now to reserve your spot 613-542-8152

December 31, 2010:
Rock in the New Year with The Rain Kings at Brandees Restaurant & Lounge, 178 Ontario St. This new years we have a special night planned for anyone that wants to spend their evening at one of the most fantastic live music venues that Kingston has to offer. With great food, atmosphere and entertainment featuring The Rain Kings, Brandees Restaurant & Lounge is the only place to be this New Years Eve. Dinner and Show Options: Just Dinner - 6:00pm seating (table must be given up by 8:15pm)($39.99). Dinner and Show - 8:30pm seating. Includes dinner, show, party favours, brandees toast at midnight ($54.95). General Admission Tickets are $15 with doors opening at 9pm for ticket holders.(only 75 tickets being sold in advance so get them early). Check out the dinner options at www.brandees.com or call 613-549-1496 to make a reservation or buy tickets for the party.

December 31, 2009:
Join Chris Koster & The Lonely with very special guests Jim Tidman and Slaves of Spanky, Agpak Mum, Betablokka and Studio Shift to ring in the New Year at The Mansion, 506 Princess Street. 9pm, 19+ Tickets $20 each or a full dinner package for $55 each. Also at The Mansion on NYE: Dj's Tigerstylz and Spin Drs in The Cellar   cover TBA  19+

December 31, 2009:
New Year's Eve with Rubberneck and Cross Roads at Draughthouse and Billiards, 1677 Bath Road (in the strip mall near The Beer Store). Doors 7pm.  $20 Single / $25 Couple  19+

December 31, 2009:
New Year's Eve at Stages Night Club, 390 Princess Street with Dj's Kwame, Sath and Ally. $15 cover  doors 9pm  19+