May 3 plans? You might need new ones

Gooood morning, Kingston! Did you miss us? We hit pause on Monday for a little Easter reset (reading in bed with chocolate wrappers piling up like receipts). But now we're back, buzzing with local goodness.

Got a favourite spot you think deserves a shoutout in our ‘Local Biz’ section? Send us your rec — we love a good tip-off.

Alright, let’s dive in.

A Reddit thread got us thinking this weekend—and with The Last of Us back for season three, we couldn’t resist bringing the question to Kingston:

The Mid-Week Skimm

I Heart Beer & Taco Fest cancelled
The May 3 event at Slush Puppie Place has been called off due to unforeseen circumstances. Ticketmaster will contact all ticket holders directly with refund info.

H’art Centre finds a forever home
After 27 years downtown, H’art Centre is moving into a newly renovated space at Providence Village this June—with a fashionable assist from Queen’s University. The Vogue Charity Fashion Show donated 82 thousand and five hundred dollars to support accessibility upgrades for the new space, and H’art even strutted their own designs in the show. (The Whig)

City Nature Challenge starts today
Kingston’s in a wild competition — literally. From today (Friday, April 25) through April 28, locals are snapping pics of plants and critters for the City Nature Challenge, joining 43 other Canadian cities to record as much biodiversity as possible. Just upload your sightings to iNaturalist to help scientists (and maybe help Kingston win). (City of Kingston)

Food recalls issued across Canada
Check your kitchen — CFIA has recalled several products due to listeria, salmonella, undeclared allergens, and even… insects and wood bits. Items include pasta, crackers, meats, soups, and more, sold at major retailers like Walmart and Longo’s. (Narcity)

Local Biz

Mother’s Day just got sweeter

Frontenac Cakesicles is serving up two treat box options with cakesicles, heart cakes, and your choice of flavours. Orders close May 3, so don’t drag your spatula.

Secret menus, gin magic, and wine pairings await—The Bank Gastrobar’s speakeasy-style evening on May 7 includes a four-course feast, a hands-on distilling session, and a personalized bottle to take home.

Bar Mayla is serving up Turkish brunch every Sunday — no plane ticket required. Check it out for bold flavours, strong coffee, and daily Happy Hour deals.

Events

This week

Anne of Green Gables at The Spire | Thursday, April 24 to Saturday, April 26 | Various Times | The Spire | Blue Canoe brings Avonlea to life with a fresh take on Anne of Green Gables. Four showtimes to choose from—don’t miss this local classic on stage.

Beats Workin’ at the RCHA Club | Thursday, April 24 | Time TBA | RCHA Club | $5 cover (non-members) | Jazz, Sicilian flair, and local legends David & Scott Hurley with Charley Chiarelli—end your month on a musical high note.

Sound Bath with Miriam Lyon | Friday, April 25 | 7:00 p.m. | Studio 330 | $45 |
Vibrations, restoration, and deep relaxation—let soothing sounds guide you into stillness in this immersive 90-minute session.

Five Dollar Dates at RCHA Club | Friday, April 25 | 8:00 p.m. | RCHA Club | $5 cover for non-members | From Blue Rodeo to The Hip, this local trio delivers crowd-favourite covers with a Kingston twist.

Yoga, Journaling & Decorating Workshop | Saturday, April 26 | 12:00–2:00 p.m. | The Yoga Loft | $35+HST | Stretch it out, then tap into joy—flow through a beginner-friendly yoga class, then decorate your own gratitude journal to take home.

Juvenis Festival: Battle of the Bands | Saturday, April 26 | 7:00–10:00 p.m. | The Broom Factory | $10 | Seven youth bands, one stage, and a shot at local glory—cheer on high school and post-secondary talent in this electrifying showdown.

Announced

Frontenac Community Services Fair | Wednesday, May 7 | 11:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. | Slush Puppie Place | Free | Meet local organizations, explore community resources, and connect with services that support people of all abilities.

3D Mountain Art Night | Thursday, May 8 | 6:30 p.m. | Giddy Goat Café | $80 | Paint dreamy mountains on a 3D surface, sip on treats, and leave with a handmade masterpiece—perfect for a creative date or Mother’s Day gift.

Science Rendezvous Kingston | Saturday, May 10 | 10:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m. | Slush Puppie Place | Free | Dive into hands-on science, AI, robotics, and green tech with 60+ interactive exhibits—plus free parking and a trolley ride from Fort Henry. Perfect for curious minds of all ages.

Intro to Murals with Katika Marczell

Saturday, May 24 | 1:30–4:30 p.m. | Rideau Building, Room 221 | $35 | Get hands-on with mural-making in this beginner-friendly workshop—tools, techniques, and creativity all in one afternoon.

Hosting an event? Submit it to our calendar here.

_{Note: Events may be cancelled or have changed times. Be sure to see our event calendar and reach out to the venue before going.}

Hot Links 🔥 

Canadian Independent Bookstore Day is coming up this Saturday, April 26 and Kingston’s got two officially recognized spots to celebrate: Bookland and Novel Idea.

Turtle Awareness Day is Saturday, May 24 and Turtles Kingston need volunteers to help plan and run the show.

Black bears are fresh out of hibernation and looking for snacks in the Cataraqui region. See how to stay safe and avoid a surprise encounter this spring.

The Kingston Botanical Market wrapped with $1,406.90 raised for the Humane Society — plus plenty of plants and good vibes.

There’s a real dinosaur bone at the PumpHouse! Get hands-on with a Hadrosaur leg, on loan from the ROM, as part of the Dinosaurs Among Us exhibit.

Weather

Monday
High 10°C 🌡️ Low 3°C |🌞 

Tuesday
High 14°C 🌡️ Low 6°C | 🌦️ 

🌡️ View current weather here.

🚗 See live traffic here.

⛽ Check out local gas prices here.

Signing Off

And that’s your midweek dispatch! We’ll see you Friday with more local goodness (and maybe fewer bug-infested food recalls). Until then, stay sharp and maybe start scouting your zombie apocalypse safe zone.

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