November 2, 2011:
Music & Memory: Learning from People with Dementia will be held at 7pm on Wednesday, November 2 at Etherington Auditorium, 94 Stuart St., Queen's University. // Live music & refreshments will follow at the Museum of Health Care, 32 George St. A Lecture by Dr. Lola Cuddy & Dr. Jacalyn Duffin; Featuring Performances by The Queen’s Medical School Choir. Is musical memory spared over other memories in people with dementia? Lola Cuddy and Jacalyn Duffin have been testing that idea for eight years. They will describe how this prize-winning research began with  curiosity about a single patient and grew into a large study involving more than fifty people with dementia and hundreds of controls. You will have a chance to test your own skills and, of course, sing along. Free admission. www.museumofhealthcare.ca.

November 5, 2011:
Queen’s University is hosting an open house for their Science Formal. Noon - 3:30pm see the Grant Hall transformation! Donations to KFL&A United Way.  www.unitedwaykfla.ca.

November 5, 2011: 
The Kingston Townsmen proudly present their Annual Show, "Autumn Harmonies" at Salvation Army Citadel, 816 Centennial Drive on Saturday, November 5th at 7:30pm! This amazing event will feature a variety of musical talent from groups such as the Northern Stars from Nepean, the Melodymen from Brockville, and of course, the Kingston Townsmen Chorus and Martellos Quartet. Also featured as special guests on the show are the Greater Kingston Chorus (an exciting women's chorus and 2010 SAI Regional Champions), and Keyless Entry - an amazing and dynamic A Capella quartet that are sure to entertain audiences of all ages! This is an event not to be missed! Be sure to not wait for this event to pass - jot this event down in your calender and buy your tickets today! Ticket prices are $18.00 for Adults, $15.00 for Students, and $10.00 for children- and can be either purchased in advance or at the door. For more information or to reserve advance ticket(s), please call (613)-817-7233, or email Kingston.Townsmen@Gmail.com. Hope to see you there! www.KingstonTownsmen.com.

November 8, 2011:
Ban Righ Noon Hour Speaker Series presents SWITCHING from fossil fuels to sustainable energy in the Kingston region. Harriet Waterman. Vice-President of SWITCH: Southeastern Ontario's sustainable energy cluster. SWITCH is a not-for-profit membership association of about 150 individuals, businesses, research & education institutions and suppliers dedicated to improving the environmental and economic sustainability of south-eastern Ontario by promoting the development, commercialization and adoption of sustainable energy technologies and services. Find out about some of the success stories and opportunities in the development of more sustainable energy - conservation, efficiency & effectiveness, generation and transmission. http://www.switchkingston.ca.  Ban Righ Centre is located at 32 Bader Lane on the campus of Queen's University; free admission, everyone is welcome. For more information phone 613-533-2976 and online visit www.banrighcentre.queensu.ca.

November 8, 2011:
Ban Righ Speaker Series presents A Salon of Canadian Paintings on View and for Sale. A long-time supporter of the Ban Righ Foundation, Jill Harris, is selling a selection from her collection of paintings by artists that include Don Maynard, Simon Andrew, Walter J. Phillips, J. David Brown, Jack Wise, James A. Woods, and others.  Please note; this is not a noon hour event (5:00 - 7:00 pm). Ban Righ Centre is located at 32 Bader Lane on the campus of Queen's University; free admission, everyone is welcome. For more information phone 613-533-2976 and online visit www.banrighcentre.queensu.ca.

November 9, 2011:
How Crippled Masculinity Got Hamstringed & Got a Leg-Up will be held 7pm on Wednesday, November 9 at the Glaxo Wellcome Clinical Education Centre, Louise D. Acton Building, 31 George St., Queen's University. Dr. Margaret Angus Research Fellow Jeff Sobil's presentation will explore the history of prosthetic limbs and the unique role that they have played within rehabilitation medicine, national identity and discourses on economics, morality, gender, art and science. Free admission. Refreshments to follow. www.museumofhealthcare.ca.

November 11, 2011:
Community, Veteran and military groups will be laying their wreaths at the Cross of Sacrifice starting at 9:30 a.m. ahead of the civic ceremony on Remembrance Day. The Civic Ceremony is set to start at 10:45 a.m. on Friday, Nov. 11, at the Cross of Sacrifice at King and Barrie Streets (by Murney Tower) and will wrap up at 11:15 a.m. Dignitaries will lay several wreaths during the ceremony. The public is invited to place their poppies on the People's Wreath, which will be laid during the service by First Capital Distinguished Citizen Brigitte McConnell. Flight Lieutenant W. David Adlam will be the receiving officer and will lay the Veterans' Wreath during the ceremony. King Street will be closed from Barrie Street to Lower University Street from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. to accommodate the day's activities. The ceremony will be broadcast on Cogeco at 7:30 p.m.

November 12, 2011:
"Eclipse the Pink Floyd Story" is a large scale commemorative rock show, celebrating Pink Floyd's legendary concerts. Featuring a veteran live band with over 20 years of experience playing Pink Floyd’s music, this show offers a “best-of” song list, presented in chronological order to showcase the band’s evolution. 7:00 PM, Show: 8:00PM. Tickets available at the K-Rock Centre Box Office, online at www.k-rockcentre.com or charge by phone 1-877-KLIVE 99.

November 12, 2011:
Memorial & Benefit Concert at Kingston's Tir nan Og, 200 Ontario Street featuring Calamity Janes, Vile Richard, Irish Roots and Trevor Strong & The Line of Credit. In memorial to William Vanhorn with 100% of proceeds to Kingston's Chapter of the Canadian Mental Health Association. 9pm, ages 19 and older.

November 14, 2011:
Claxton Fruitcakes, our holiday fundraiser! Now on sale at Bearance's Grocery, 115 Livingston Ave or Walmart, 1130 Midland Ave and Zellers, Cataraqui Town Center or phone Kingston Civitan at (613) 545-1278 www.kingstoncivitan.com.

November 17, 2011:
Ban Righ Noon Hour Speaker Series presents Food Down The Road -- The Future of Food and Farms. Dianne Dowling. President of National Farmers Union Local 316 (Frontenac, Lennox and Addington Counties and the City of Kingston). NFU members and friends in this area have been actively working to build the local food and farm system for a decade, believing every community must increase its ability to feed itself, in the face of climate change, peak oil and uncertain political and economic conditions. Dianne will talk about food and farm issues facing farmers and eaters and about initiatives the NFU is working on at the local, provincial, national and international levels.  As well, she will be seeking your input and ideas on food and farm topics. www.fooddowntheroad.ca.  Ban Righ Centre is located at 32 Bader Lane on the campus of Queen's University; free admission, everyone is welcome. For more information phone 613-533-2976 and online visit www.banrighcentre.queensu.ca.

November 17, 2011:
Joe's M.I.L.L. and K-Rock 105.7 are proud to present "A Joe Show" on Thursday, November 17 at The Mansion (506 Princess Street, Kingston). Join us to celebrate Joe Chithalen's birthday with headliners Bloom and Rueben DeGroot And His Whole Band. Doors open at 9 PM, show starts at 9:30. Advance tickets are $10 ($15 at the door) and on sale Wednesday, October 19 at Brian's Record Option and Joe's M.I.L.L. (559 Bagot Street, entrance of Corrigan Street). www.joesmill.org.

November 17, 2011:
Awesome Kingston (awesomekingston.org), a chapter of the Awesome Foundation for the Arts and Sciences (awesomefoundation.org),will be holding its inaugural Awesome Kingston Pitch Party at the Merchant Tap House, 6 Princess St., on Nov. 17 at 7 p.m., where it will begin the process of giving away $1,000. The event will be MC'd by comedian Thomas Fairley.

November 17, 2011:
The City of Kingston is harmonizing three bylaws that regulate parkland dedication to create one bylaw for the entire municipality. The public is invited to attend a presentation of the draft harmonized Bylaw at the Planning Committee meeting on Thursday, Nov. 17, at 6:30 p.m. in Council Chambers at City Hall, 216 Ontario St. 

November 18, 2011: 
The band of the Royal Military College of Canada will present its annual Christmas Concert on November 18, 2011 at 7:30pm. This performance will be held in the Cadet Formal Mess in Yeo Hall at the college. Under the musical direction of Master Warrant Officer Martin Huppé and Officer Cadet Dave Tanguay, you will hear the Brass and Reeds, the Choir and the Stage Band taking turns playing music such as “Cold Play on Stage”, a jazz arrangement of Beatles “Yesterday”, a great medley of Super Heroes theme songs, “Black Orpheus” from Luis Bonfa, sing-along Christmas songs and more diverse pieces. Quite a program is waiting for you and, it will include a festive guest appearance.  Limited number of tickets available; tickets are $5 in advance or $6 at the door. www.unitedwaykfla.ca.

November 18, 2011:
Coronation Street Tea runs Friday November 18 starting 2:00pm at The Seniors Centre, 56 Francis St. Get together with your Corrie Crazy friends for a fun filled afternoon of everything ‘Corrie’. Enjoy English teas and scones, show highlights, trivia games, and plenty of great prizes. Advance tickets only; $5/person. 613.548.7810 www.seniorskingston.ca.

November 19, 2011:
"Writing Your Life and Other True Stories" runs 1 pm to 4 pm on Saturday, November 1 at Lion's Club West,  935 Sydenham Rd. Editor and writing coach, Brian Henry, will offer a fun and useful workshop on how to write or finish your memoirs, how to get them ready to be published or shared with others, and how to write personal true stories with flair. Cost is $40.00 at the door, or pay only $38.00 if you send a cheque to Brian Henry in advance. To reserve your spot, email brianhenry@sympatico.ca or contact Ontario Writers Network at 613-547-1419. Registration encouraged as his workshops fill up quickly! 

November 19, 2011:
Create & Share Workshop will be held November 19, 2011 at 9:30am at 559 Bagot Street. Childcare Providers, it’s time to decorate your playroom for Christmas! A bounty of Christmas arts and crafts, project ideas, no-bake treats and more will be showcased throughout the duration of this event! You will create a variety of Christmas ornaments and craft projects to take home and share with your daycare children. Please bring scissors, markers and a glue stick. $25.00 Material Fee due upon arrival. www.ecrconnection.com.

November 20, 2011:
Two of North America's most renowned guitar ensembles will join forces at the Grand Theatre on Sunday, November 20, at 2:30 p.m. Tickets for this show are $42 and $37, plus HST and box office fees. Tickets are available through the Grand Theatre Box Office in person at 218 Princess St., by phone at 613-530-2050 or online at www.kingstongrand.ca.

November 23, 2011:
Ban Righ Noon Hour Speaker Series presents Sustainability in Kingston and the Frontenacs. Mayors Mark Gerretsen and Denis Doyle. Denis Doyle, Mayor of Frontenac Islands, will review what the Township is doing to participate in the green economy as well as his involvement in the Frontenac County Green Energy Task Force, and their Association of Municipalities of Ontario award winning Sustainability Plan. Mayor Gerretsen will speak about the “Four Pillars of Sustainability” and how they guide the process in which the City of Kingston operates. Ban Righ Centre is located at 32 Bader Lane on the campus of Queen's University; free admission, everyone is welcome. For more information phone 613-533-2976 and online visit www.banrighcentre.queensu.ca.

November 23, 2011:
United Way Leadership Development Services (LDS) will host a public workshop on November 23 for non-profit organizations in KFL&A. The workshop will be held at the Ongwanada Auditorium, 191 Portsmouth Avenue, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Open to board members and senior administrators, this workshop is part of a series designed to strengthen governance and management in the not-for-profit sector. Public workshops are facilitated by volunteers from United Way’s LDS program. Registration is limited to two registrations per organization. For information about the LDS program and future public workshops, contact the United Way office at 613-542-2674. Visit our website for a complete list of the 2011-2012 LDS workshops www.unitedwaykfla.ca.

November 24, 2011:
The St. George’s Cathedral Advent Concert Series begins on Thursday November 24 from 12:15pm to 12:50pm with Organist Michael Capon playing music by Bach, Vierne, Pinkham, and Driffield. The series will continue every Thursday at 12:15pm through December 15. Admission is free, with a voluntary offering collected. The Cathedral is at the corner of King and Johnson Streets in Kingston. Call 613-548-4617 or visit www.stgeorgescathedral.ca. Join us for a mid-day musical interlude!

November 25, 2011:
Come out and celebrate the Spirit of Community and hear this year’s campaign achievement at the United Way Campaign 2011 Touchdown. Wrap up Campaign 2011 the same way we start it – with another delicious hot buffet breakfast at the Ambassador Conference Resort. Doors open at 7:00 a.m.  Cost of tickets is $15. Sponsored by Assurant Solutions. For more information on our special events, please contact the United Way office at 613-542-2674 or for details or visit www.unitedwaykfla.ca.

November 26, 2011:
“… On Donner and Blitzen!   To Frontenac Mall!  Now dash away, dash away, dash away all!” Santa’s Reindeer – Donner and Blitzen – will once again be making a very special appearance at Frontenac Mall.  Children of all ages are sure to enjoy this exciting opportunity to get up close and personal with real reindeer –  Saturday, November 26th from 10am to 1:30pm and Sunday, November 27th  from 1pm to 4:30pm. ADMISSION IS FREE with a donation of a non-perishable food item for the Kingston Food Bank! Reindeer Madness is taking over Frontenac Mall with merchants offering ‘red-nose specials’ throughout the weekend. Check out the real reindeer and the real deals at FRONTENAC MALL – Your Place for Value, Convenience, Service and a Magical Santa Experience!

November 26, 2011:
Inspired by the innovative wilderness adventure as part of the Yukon Journey Project, Christopher House choreographed the stunning Severe Clear that will be performed by the Toronto Dance Theatre on Saturday, November 26, at 7:30 p.m. at the Grand Theatre. Immediately following the performance, the members of Toronto Dance Theatre will participate in a post-show talk back with the audience from the stage. This talk back is free for all ticket holders. Tickets for this show are $42 and $37, plus HST and box office fees. Tickets are available through the Grand Theatre Box Office in person at 218 Princess St., by phone at 613-530-2050 or online at www.kingstongrand.ca.

November 27, 2011:
An Advent Candlelight Procession with Carols will take place at St. George's Cathedral on Sunday November 27 at 5pm. As well as leading the congregational singing, the Cathedral Adult and Children's Choirs will sing music by Mark Sirett, John Brooks, Peter Aston, Orlando Gibbons, Natalie Sleeth, and Paul Manz . The Cathedral is at the corner of King and Johnson Streets in Kingston. Call 613-548-4617 or visit www.stgeorgescathedral.ca. Join us as we celebrate the beginning of the Advent season! The service symbolizes the journey from Advent to Christmas, from the Old Testament to the New, from darkness to light. Beginning in darkness and silence, candles are gradually lit as the choir travels to and sings in different parts of the Cathedral, until the building is filled with light and music.

November 27, 2011:
The world-renowned Mermaid Theatre of Nova Scotia will return with its stage adaptation of two classic stories, Goodnight Moon and The Runaway Bunny. Memorable scenes from Margaret Wise Brown's original 
books will be transformed with beautifully crafted puppets and poetic storytelling on Sunday, November 27, at 2:30 p.m. All Canadian Tire Kidstage Series performances feature free interactive pre-show activities from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. for all ticket holders. Artist Annie Milne will be on hand to assist young ones to create their own puppets. The Canadian Tire Kidstage Series now offers half-priced tickets for children. Adult tickets for this performance are $25 and Children's tickets are $12.50 plus HST plus applicable fees. Tickets are available through the Grand Theatre Box Office in person at 218 Princess St., by phone at 613-530-2050 or online at www.kingstongrand.ca.

November 29, 2011:
Ban Righ Noon Hour Speaker Series presents "Living on Earth as if we want to stay". Mike Nickerson. Founding Director of the Sustainability Project/7th Generation Initiative. “Living on Earth as if we want to stay" looks at the changing relationship between the human family and the Earth.  Throughout time, until the last few decades, it didn't matter what we did. There weren't enough of us and our tools weren't powerful enough to cause trouble on anything but a local scale.  That has changed, requiring a fundamental change in how we manage ourselves.  Mike Nickerson explains the necessary change and how it is not only possible, it is little more difficult, proportional to size, than it is for an adolescent to accept adult responsibility.  Humans are an awesome species, fully capable of a long and satisfying presence on this planet. The necessary change begins by answering a Question of Direction. www.sustainwellbeing.net. Ban Righ Centre is located at 32 Bader Lane on the campus of Queen's University; free admission, everyone is welcome. For more information phone 613-533-2976 and online visit www.banrighcentre.queensu.ca.

November 30, 2011:
Get Your Stache On! Celebrate Movember by attending a glow-in-the-dark mini-putt tournament at PUTT N BLAST on Wednesday, November 30. $100 per foursome with a 6 PM shotgun start. Bid for great gifts in the silent auction and qualify to win prizes for the best team moustache, best mens moustache and best womens moustache! Nancy Slater from FM 96 will be peforming during the 5pm-6pm registration; pizza slice and drink for all golfers. Pre-register by visiting PUTT N BLAST inside Frontenac Mall or phone Mo Sista Ruth at 613-544-3342. Proceeds to Movember Canada, supporting prostate cancer initiatives. www.puttnblast.com. PUTT N' BLAST and Movember Canada, we're changing the face of men's health.

November 30, 2011:
Yamato, the critically acclaimed drummers of Japan, will return to the Grand Theatre stage on Wednesday, November 30, at 7:30 p.m. Following their sold-out performance in 2009, Yamato is back to amaze 
audiences once again. In this loud, energetic, and awe-inducing show, Yamato performs in the true universal language - the rhythmic beating of the drum. Their performance entitled Gamushara, incorporates several boisterous drums and other stimulating instruments including the traditional bamboo flute, koto and shamisen. Yamato tickets are now available. Adult tickets for this performance are $42.00 and up plus HST and applicable box office fees. Tickets can be purchased through the Grand Theatre Box Office in person at 218 Princess St., by phone at 613-530-2050 or online at www.kingstongrand.ca.

November 30, 2011:
Loving Spoonful is holding a Volunteer Orientation and Silkscreening Social on Wednesday, November 30th from 7-9pm. It will be located in Rm. 217 of the Memorial Centre, 303 York Street. Everyone is welcome to attend, and new volunteers or people interested in volunteering are especially encouraged to come learn about our many projects and how you can get involved. You will also have the chance to silkscreen clothing items with our Loving Spoonful logo! Bring along a t-shirt, sweatshirt and/or cloth shopping bag to be printed. We will also have some aprons on hand for people to print and take home with them. This will be a fun night to get to know the Loving Spoonful team and learn a new skill! Loving Spoonful works to enhance access to healthy food in an empowering, inclusive, and environmentally sustainable manner. For more information about Loving Spoonful visit lovingspoonful.org.