EXCLUSIVELY LOCAL GALLERIES • SELF-GUIDED WALKING TOURS

CITY GUIDE SPRING 2018

SHOP AND SNAP YGK’S BEST PIZZA WARMER WEATHER MAPLE MADNESS AN INSTAGRAMMABLE FOUR HOT SPOTS FOR THE BEST PLACES FOR THE SWEET TRADITION SHOPPING ITINERARY PIZZA IN KINGSTON A RUN WITH A VIEW CONTINUES Heart of the Islands Cruise Discovery Cruise Experience the Food, Fun and Entertainment ships of the 1000 Islands! The three hour Heart of the Islands Cruise begins with a view of Kingston’s UNESCO World Heritage sites and then   winds through the small cottage islands of the Admiralty Islands.   You’ll see Wanderer’s Channel and the Bateau Channel, along     with historic and opulent mansions. Three hour cruises feature historical commentary and live entertainment.      

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Kingston’s Discovery Cruise Islands introduces the unique sights and heritage of the 1000 Islands region Lunch Cruise and Kingston’s historic waterfront. Dining in the 1000 Islands is The Cruise passes close to National our signature experience. Add a Park Islands and National Historic buffet or 3-course lunch to the Sites, and includes a lively narration Heart of the Islands Cruise, daily of Kingston’s history and natural at 12:30. Reservations required. Island Belle setting. Book online at: Island Queen 

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Contents SPRING 2018

11 UPFRONT Not-to-miss events, the best 24 views of the city and self-guided walking tours.

23 DINE Discover where to get the best pizza in Kingston, or have a guide show you where to dine on a food/drink tour. 31 OUTSIDE Get active at the best spots for a run. Also, read Trailhead owner James Malcolm’s outdoor activity recommendations. 37 SHOP Local blogger Rosalyn Gambhir lays out a one-day shopping itinerary full of Instagrammable stops.

43 CULTURE Not-to-miss galleries featuring only local artists. Also, the city’s largest performing arts venues.

49 NIGHTLIFE The lowdown on late-night activities in Kingston and where to go for some great trivia.

54 MAPS 50 38 Photos: Pizza and Hut, VR Rob Whelan; plant, courtesy of The Jungle 6 KINGSTON CITY GUIDE I SPRING 2018 EXCLUSIVELY LOCAL GALLERIES • SELF-GUIDED WALKING TOURS

CITY GUIDE SPRING 2018 CITY GUIDE Volume 1 | Issue 4 SPRING 2018

SHOP AND SNAP YGK’S BEST PIZZA WARMER WEATHER MAPLE MADNESS AN INSTAGRAMMABLE FOUR HOT SPOTS FOR THE BEST SPOTS FOR A THE SWEET TRADITION SHOPPING ITINERARY PIZZA IN KINGSTON RUN WITH A VIEW CONTINUES

EDITOR Justine de Leyer We’re unapologetic about our GRAPHIC DESIGNER love for Kingston, and we know Marley Sierakowski you will be, too. Don’t forget to enter our “Win a Summer Weekend” contest, which you can CONTRIBUTING EDITORS find details for on page 59. We’d Wade Guyitt, Ashley Newton, Tracy Weaver love to have you back again.

CONTRIBUTING WRITERS Ashley Clark, Rosalyn Gambhir, Erin Jones, Ashley Newton

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KINGSTON CITY GUIDE I SPRING 2018 7 WELCOME TO KINGSTON

Where culinary, culture and creators meet.

Home to a vibrant arts landscape, passionate local creative community, world-class attractions, thriving culinary scene, and historic tributes to our past – discover your new favourite getaway. As mayor of Kingston, I would like to extend a GOOD TO KNOW warm welcome to our lovely city. Population: Greater Kingston, 161,175 What’s Kingston all about? (Statistics Canada, 2016) Known as the Limestone City and Canada’s first capital, our vision is to be a smart and livable Climate: 21st-century city. Proximity to Lake Ontario yields a moderate climate Why visit Kingston? with four seasons. Welcome Kingston is one of the country’s most historic Average Temperature: to Kingston cities with some of Canada’s most important his- Winter: -8°C (17°F) For more information on torical figures and events. Discover a favourite Summer: 20°C (75°F) what’s happening in the exhibit in one of our museums, or take a stroll and city, drop by the Visitor explore our charming shops and enjoy a delicious Language: Information Centre meal in one of our many esteemed restaurants. Primary language is English, (209 Ontario St.) or visit with government services and Tourism Kingston’s What are some of Kingston’s main attractions? many local business services website at visitkingston.ca We’re home to a beautiful waterfront and some of available in French. the region’s best cultural attractions, such as Nicknames: museums, galleries and historic sites, including The Limestone City, K-Town, Fort Henry and the Kingston Penitentiary Tours. YGK For more information on what’s happening in the city visit the Tourism Kingston website at WEBSITES TO visitkingston.ca. BOOKMARK I hope you get to experience our rich and vibrant visitkingston.ca community and enjoy your stay in Kingston. queensevents.ca Sincerely, keepupwithkingston.com rosalyngambhir.com downtownkingston.ca cityofkingston.ca Bryan Paterson kingstonlife.ca WELCOME TO KINGSTON Mayor of Kingston thewhig.com

Where culinary, culture and creators meet.

Home to a vibrant arts landscape, passionate local creative community, world-class attractions, thriving culinary scene, and historic tributes to our past – discover your new favourite getaway. Photos: Mayor Bryan Paterson, Bernard Clark; City Hall, Dwayne Brown Studio (visitkingston.ca)

KINGSTON CITY GUIDE I SPRING 2018 9 kingstonmuseums.ca Kingston has something for everyone at its 26 museums and historic sites and 4 art galleries! Upfront WHAT’S HAPPENING IN THE CITY The Who, What & Where MARCH 2018 mask! Proceeds support the FAMILY- United Way KFL&A Next Friday Night Jazz FRIENDLY Gen initiative. at Montes March 3, 8 p.m. to 1 a.m., Bundle up and grab a pint Renaissance Event Venue, to enjoy with an evening of 285 Queen St., live jazz. The 20th-Century nextgenmasq.ca, $35 Jazz Band features a rollicking rotating cast of Armstrong’s War Kingston’s finest jazz This Colleen Murphy play musicians – Brant Peppley, follows the experiences of Craig Jones, Dave Barton, two battle-scarred people: David Rappaport, Doug one from injuries in Rooks, Van Hamilton and Afghanistan, another from a Paul Stacey – playing from life-changing accident. A a well-known collection of powerful, delicate and American standards. surprisingly funny narrative Fridays, 7 to 10 p.m., about courage and what it T’ir Nan Og, Maple Madness means to be a hero. 200 Ontario St., free March 9 to 25, various times, The Grand Theatre, Kingston Canadian 218 Princess St., Film Festival kingstongrand.ca, Check out the globe’s $20 to $35 largest all-Canadian film and media festival. KCFF King Con will be showcasing the A celebration of science best Canadian features, fiction, gaming, graphic shorts, special events novels and the fandom. and workshops, plus Attend gaming tournaments, music awards, film parties writing panels, drawing and more. Homegrown Live Music Festival Memorial Centre Farmers Market workshops, speaker March 1 to 4, various times, sessions and more. Browse downtown Kingston, Maple Madness dozens of vendors and multiple locations, immerse yourself in the kingcanfilmfest.com March 10 to 18; March 24 & 25; and March 31 & April 1, colourful world of various times, Little Cataraqui Creek Conservation Area, illustrative art. Next Gen Masquerade crca.ca, $15 per car March 10 and 11, Intrigue, cocktails and 1-5 p.m., The Spire dancing: what’s not to love? Take a tractor-drawn wagon back to the sugar bush (Sydenham Street This semi-formal soirée is and see how maple syrup, a Canadian favourite, is United Church), the perfect excuse to dress made. Warm up with some pancakes and hot chocolate 82 Sydenham St., up and have an elegant on this seasonal outdoor excursion, with plenty of op- kfpl.ca/programs-and-

Photos: Maple Madness, courtesy of Little Cataraqui Creek Conservation Area; Homegrown Live, Tori Stafford night out. Don’t forget your portunities for beautiful spring hiking as well. events/king-con

KINGSTON CITY GUIDE I SPRING 2018 11 Upfront WHAT’S HAPPENING IN THE CITY

APRIL 2018 MAY 2018 bloom. Hosted by the City of Kingston. May 21, all day, Lake Ontario Park, Art Threads 2018 Homegrown Live Music Festival 920 King St. W., cityofkingston.ca/ Seek out the 21st annual Kingston Celebrating live independent music in events, free Fibre Artists exhibition with new work the Limestone City. Catch a show with by 17 local artists featuring distinctive your favourite local performers at the works in textile. Opening reception on city’s top music venues and help raise April 7 with a chance to meet and greet money for Joe’s Musical Instrument Kingston’s innovators in quilting, Lending Library. felting, papermaking, stitchwork, May 5, downtown Kingston, dyeing and more. multiple locations, homegrownlive.ca All of April to May 3, various times, Tett Centre for Creativity and One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest Learning, 370 King St. W., A charming rogue contrives to serve a kingstonfibreartists.ca short sentence in an airy mental institution rather than in prison. This, Ballets Jazz Montreal he learns, was a mistake. He clashes Faced with the tensions and with the head nurse but quickly takes uncertainties of today’s world, BJM over the yard, accomplishing what the remains faithful to a contemporary medical profession had been unable to aesthetic form of dance that uplifts the do for years. soul. This company’s radiant and Continues to May 12, 7:30 p.m., expressive approach to dance shines The Grand Theatre, 218 Princess St., under Itzik Galili, a choreographer kingstongrand.ca, $20 known for pioneering diversity in ballet in more than 70 works around the world. Fort Henry Opening Day April 12, 7:30 p.m., The Grand Kick the season off with the Theatre, 218 Princess St., ceremonial flag-raising in the East kingstongrand.ca, $44.50 Battery, take a guided tour in English or Victoria Day Celebrations French, enjoy the exhibits in Fort Limestone Race Weekend Henry’s living museum or view a Art After Dark Challenge yourself in the area’s most historic weapons firing demonstration. Twice a year, galleries in the downtown scenic five-kilometre, 10-kilometre and May 20, 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., core open their doors to share the best half-marathon races. Medals are Fort Henry, 1 Fort Henry Way, art Kingston has to offer. Make a night awarded at the end of each day, plus forthenry.com of it and explore the city’s most hot eats and cool drinks from the beautiful creative spaces, stop by Kingston Brewing Company for Victoria Day Celebrations receptions to meet and greet local runners. Live music, street food, community makers, or catch the latest show at April 28 & 29, various times, festivities and a beautiful fireworks spots like Modern Fuel and Studio 22. City Hall, 216 Ontario St., krra.org, finale. There’s no better way to May 25, 7 to 10 p.m., downtown $30 to $60 celebrate Canada’s spring in full Kingston, multiple locations, downtownkingston.ca, free Memorial Centre Farmers Market This spectacular Sunday market showcases fresh local produce and artisan crafts, plus plenty of fun family entertainment. It’s also 100 per cent producer-run, with all products grown in the Kingston food shed. May to October, Memorial Centre, 303 York St., Limestone Race Weekend

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Upfront WHAT’S HAPPENING IN THE CITY ACCESSORIZE 5 Best Views WALK, your home BIKE OR DRIVE of the City JAMES REID DON’T MISS THESE INSTAGRAM-WORTHY SPOTS by Ashley Clark 252 PRINCESS ST., 613-548-3022 OR 1880 JOHN COUNTER BLVD., 613-544-4415 01 03 spectacular shore views, a bus- JAMESREIDFURNITURE.NET TETT CENTRE & THE ISABEL/Morton Way WOLFE ISLAND FERRY/ tling marina and city hall in the The Tett Centre and the Isabel The Tragically Hip Way and Ontario St. background. It’s no wonder visi- PERFECTING KINGSTON’S INTERIORS FOR 164 YEARS Bader Centre for the Performing For an adventure and some pretty tors flock to this spot to snap Arts are new to the city’s cultural sightlines, be sure to hop on the that “Wish you were here” pic for and architectural landscapes. Wolfe Island Ferry (docked at the the folks back home. On the shore of Lake Ontario, end of The Tragically Hip Way). both spaces can be explored You’ll get an up-close look at the 05 during regular business hours lake, and can focus on Kingston’s FORT HENRY/1 Fort Henry Dr. and provide photo ops for lime- shoreline as you travel across the Fort Henry is a city treasure, and stone or glass-framed selfies. St. Lawrence River. And it’s free! the vistas don’t get better than this. Climb onto the east side of 02 04 the hill for a view overlooking the SPRINGER MARKET SQUARE/216 Ontario St. CONFEDERATION BASIN/6 Clarence St. entire city, including the Royal Home to city hall and the city’s The historical heart of downtown Military College and vast waters Space Chair and Ottoman largest farmers market, Springer has to be Confederation Basin. of Lake Ontario. Or venture along Chilton Etagere Parson Ottoman 58.58 Wood Ring Base Market Square is the spot for At the centre of the park is an the shoreline to see the famed both historic and candid shots. arced water fountain along with red-roofed Martello towers.

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DID Kingston was YOU the first capital KNOW of Canada?

Kingston was the capital from 1841-1844, during which time its city hall was built. The building’s impressive scale and design was meant to reflect Kingston’s status as capital, though that was no longer applicable shortly after the structure was completed.

Kingston City Hall and Springer Market Square, circa 1900. An active market has existed in this location for over 200 years. Photo from Queen’s University Archives

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Maple Madness THE SWEET TRADITION CONTINUES

Maple Madness returns this spring following two weekends (March 24-25 Each Saturday, you can also with a host of interactive and and March 31-April 1), Maple Madness experience an interactive First Nations educational activities for maple fans lets visitors experience the entire maple syrup display, led by Paul Carl, of all ages. Located in Little Cataraqui process of producing this sweet and on Saturday, March 24, try your Creek Conservation Area, just north spring delicacy, featuring a variety of hand at some ‘old-tyme’ sugar bush of Kingston, the annual celebration is unique and informative chores, such as sawing logs, emptying an opportunity for folks from across demonstrations using both old- sap buckets and tapping trees. the region to catch a glimpse of one of fashioned and modern methods. The Cataraqui Conservation the most storied of Canadian spring Start your day with a puppet show Foundation hosts a fundraising bake traditions – maple tree tapping – in a at the outdoor centre, then climb sale on Saturday, March 18, while the manner that’s hands-on, fun and, if aboard a tractor-drawn wagon ride always-popular maple taffy you include the pancakes, quite tasty! into the sugar bush to see how trees demonstration happens Saturday, Why not get outside, spend some are tapped. Learn how the sap is March 31. time in nature, and learn about the boiled down to the perfect Visit crca.ca/maple-madness for all history, heritage, and significance of consistency to make the liquid gold the details about Maple Madness and maple sugar and maple syrup in known as maple syrup, and sample other upcoming spring programs. Join Canada’s culture, economy and just how tasty warm maple syrup can in the Maple Madness fun at Little Explore the Dark Side national story? be. For a real treat, try it on some Cataraqui Creek Conservation Area. of Historic Kingston Running throughout March Break freshly made pancakes in the rustic

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Dine

When it comes to authentic and local, Kingston’s food scene certainly delivers. Whatever you’re craving – from inventive fine dining to superb ethnic eats – there’s a pretension-free eatery to sat- isfy. Kingston is known for having one of the highest number of restaurants per capita of any city in Canada. Also, many restaurants source ingredients locally, so you’re guaranteed to have a fresh and seasonal dining experience.

Waterfront Breakfast Eggs Benedict from AquaTerra, a fine-dining restaurant in the Delta Hotel Waterfront. Photo courtesy of AquaTerrra

KINGSTON CITY GUIDE I SPRING 2018 23 Dine THE PHOTO LIST Kingston’s Best Pizza PIZZA IS A CLASSIC FAVOURITE, AND WHEN IT’S MADE RIGHT, IT’S A STEP-ABOVE by Ashley Newton

Wooden Heads Paradiso

Obsessed with pizza? You’re not known for its flavourful and Contemporary with Class alone. Kingston has plenty of inventive wood-fired creations. Atomica places to snag that perfect There are endless possibilities for 71 Brock St. combination of cheese and toppings, covering sweet, savoury atomica.ca toppings we all know and love. and even spicy. Try a pizza from Here are a few of our the existing menu, or opt to Pizza and wine pair beautifully recommendations for the next design your own with your within Atomica’s chilled-out time you get that all-too-familiar favourite toppings. The best part? atmosphere. Among the many craving – each dishing up Each pizza is made for individual menu items, like pastas and something different. consumption, so you don’t have sharing plates, are thin-crust to share. And with a large wood- and deep-dish pizzas just Wood-Fired and Delicious fired oven at the ready, your pizza waiting to be enjoyed with your will always be fresh, with the favourite beer, wine or cocktail. Wooden Heads perfect cheese pull. We Be sure to ready your palate by 192 Ontario St. recommend trying something sharing a small appetizer with woodenheads.com new, so you’ll leave feeling both your dining partner, because

Wooden Heads Gourmet Pizza is satisfied and adventurous. you’ll want those taste buds Photos: Rob Whelan

24 KINGSTON CITY GUIDE I SPRING 2018 Atomica

Score Pizza wide awake when your pizza gets while your customized pizza is flavours you’ll love at hours you’ll to the table. And those with being made. Served in small really love. If you’re feeling dietary restrictions can rejoice: cardboard boxes, these personal particularly hungry, indulge in at Atomica, all classic pizzas can pizzas can be eaten in or taken one of their famously large slices be ordered with gluten-free crust anywhere. Choose from their or order your own personal nine- and vegan cheese. six-inch or 12-inch sizes, inch pizza. The “Jumbo Pizza” is depending on how hungry you also ready to order with your Just the Way You Want It are, and you’ll be on your way. favourite toppings – at a whopping 21 inches, no one will Score Pizza Take-Out Crowd-Pleaser be feeling hungry afterward! At 91 Princess St. Paradiso, you can dine in, take- scorepizza.ca Paradiso out or get delivery. Just make 887 Division St. & Imagine walking into a gourmet sure you also try some of their 1755 Bath Rd. pizza restaurant and ordering all original menu items, like a paradisopizza.ca the toppings you’d like, all at one poutine with mozzarella cheese price. Walk in, choose your Needing that late-night pizza (move over, cheese curds!) or sauce(s) and toppings, and pay experience? Paradiso offers pickle chips.

KINGSTON CITY GUIDE I SPRING 2018 25 Dine THE SHORT LIST The Culinary Perspective KINGSTON’S PREMIER FOOD AND DRINK TOURS by Erin Jones

Kingston Food Tours Chicken Tinga Tacos from – Brews and Bites Dianne’s Fish Shack & Smokehouse on “The Classic Kingston” tour. The newest addition to Kingston Food Tours’ lineup is perfect for craft beer lovers. Starting at Stone City Ales, your trained guide will take you on a tour of eight local pubs, micro-breweries and hot spots, letting you taste some of the best local beers and bites Kingston has to offer along the way. Participants must be 19 years of age or older to partake. $69; kingstonfoodtours.ca

Kingston Beer Tours – Limestone Ale Trail Foodies, rejoice! Now you can eat and drink your way through the Love local craft beer? Climb Limestone City and surrounding area with a guided walking tour of aboard the Barley Bus and take downtown Kingston, or hop on a bus to discover some incredible a tour to Mackinnon Brothers restaurants and breweries with these local food and beer tours. Brewing Company, Gananoque Brewing Company, Napanee Beer Company, King’s Town Kingston Food Tours – The Classic Kingston Beer Company and Riverhead A two-and-a-half-hour guided walking tour of Kingston’s Brewing Company. During the downtown: not only can you enjoy tastings at local five-hour tour, guides keep restaurants, but the tour also provides “an insider’s patrons busy on the bus with perspective” on the city’s culture and history, with a games and local history focus on unique shops, artisans, markets and restaurants like lessons, and at each stop you’ll Atomica, Red House, Olivea, Dianne’s Fish Shack and Smoke- learn all about the breweries house, Pan Chancho Bakery and Cafe, and many more. Bring and sample an assortment of your walking shoes – and prepare to loosen your belt a little. their beers.

Adults $69; children $59; kingstonfoodtours.ca $99; kingstonganbeertours.com Photography Lamont Suzy Photo:

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• DINE •

AQUATERRA ATOMICA PIZZA & CHEZ PIGGY Waterfront views, a menu that WINE BAR A local favourite and destination focuses on fresh and local, an FRESH MEDITERRANEAN FOOD. for food lovers, “The Pig” is the extensive wine list, Sunday brunch ARTISANAL COCKTAILS. perfect spot to experience Kings- and live music in The Vu. Pizza, pasta, panini, salads and ton. Rich with history and vibrant Recommended by “Where to Eat in appetizers. Try our new deep-dish atmosphere, Chez Piggy provides Canada,” HuffPost Canada Living. ‘Chicago Style’ pizzas! Share small dining inspired by world travels Private and semi-private dining. plates with cocktails, wine or our and local producers. 1 Johnson St., 613-549-6243 famous sangria at the vibrant bar. 68 Princess St., 613-549-7673 aquaterrakingston.com 71 Brock St., 613-530-2118 chezpiggy.com atomica.ca

DELIGHTFULLY DIANNE’S FISH SHACK & FLAVOURS OF INDIA DIFFERENT TEA ROOM SMOKEHOUSE AUTHENTIC INDIAN CUISINE Delightfully Different offers SURF.TURF. TACOS. TEQUILA! Offering a selection of flavours homemade comfort with a touch The East Coast meets Mexico. to suit each individual: hot and of class in the heart of down- Classic seafood dishes and spicy, sweet and savoury, or mild town Kingston. Enjoy our after- Mexican BBQ. Salads, steaks, and creamy, we have the dish noon high tea, or drop in for burgers & fried chicken. Fresh- for you. breakfast and lunch; our menu is squeezed lime margaritas, local 461 Princess St., 613-536-3939 sure to delight you! craft beer and wine on tap. flavoursofindiakingston.ca 197 Wellington St., 613-766-5966 195 Ontario St., 613-507-3474 dianneskingston.com

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GRAYDON’S HARPER’S BURGER BAR THE IRON DUKE Whether you’re celebrating a KINGSTON’S LOCAL BURGER JOINT. ON WELLINGTON special occasion, a date night or Hand-crafted burgers, ‘Enright The food lover’s local. An invit- dinner with friends, Graydon’s Cattle Co.’ beef. Hot and crispy ing, friendly atmosphere serving restaurant and tapas lounge is fries, cool and crunchy salads. 17 beers on tap, daily specials, your perfect destination. Call to Beef, lamb, chicken, turkey, wild pub favourites & the biggest book your reservation for dinner or salmon and veggy patties. Craft wings in town. Brunch Sat & Sun private events. beer, boozy shakes & beer floats. til 3 p.m. Late-night menu til 250 King St. W., Ganonoque, 93 Princess St., 613-507-3663 12 a.m. every day. 613-382-1110 harpersburgerbar.com 207 Wellington St., 613-542-4244 woodviewinn.com ironduke.ca

LE CHIEN NOIR PAN CHANCHO SIMA SUSHI Modern Brasserie evocative of a BAKERY & CAFÉ JAPANESE RESTAURANT French ‘Gastropub’ with global Love local? Pan Chancho will take • sushi • sashimi • various rolls influences. Relaxed, upbeat you on a global tour of taste with • teriyaki • tempura • cosy atmosphere with friendly pricing the freshest locally sourced atmosphere • LLBO for all occasions. Extensive craft ingredients. Dine in or take out at • lunch served until 3 p.m. daily beer and wine selection. this dazzling European-style (including Saturday and Sunday) Comfortable zinc bar perfect for bakery and gourmet food shop. 66 Princess St., 613-542-8040 sharing plates and cocktails. 44 Princess St., 613-544-7790 simasushi.ca 69 Brock St., 613-549-5635 panchancho.com lechiennoir.com

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30 KINGSTON CITY GUIDE I SPRING 2018 Outside

Kingston’s outdoors have much to offer, starting with Lake Ontario, which is accessible from all parts of the city. That means a beautiful wa- terfront view is never far away. From there, explore trails, conser- vation areas, parks and more. You could also venture outside to one of Kingston’s premier spring festivals or events.

Get on the Water An early-morning kayak ride. Photo by Finn Westenberg

KINGSTON CITY GUIDE I SPRING 2018 31 Delightfully Different TEA ROOM SOUPS • SALADS • SANDWICHES • DESSERTS (We have Vegan & Gluten-Friendly options!)

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Stand Up Paddling & “Come by for a hot cuppa, whether it’s one of our lovely teas or our delicious coffee. We’re a cozy tea room that’s great for meeting old friends and for making new ones!” Kayaking Book your afternoon high tea ....pearls & gloves are encouraged! Clinics • Rentals • Sales 262 Princess St. EAT IN OR TAKE OUT • SUMMER GARDEN PATIO Kingston ON K7L 1B5 Tuesday–Saturday • 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. 613.546.4757 www.trailheadkingston.ca 197 Wellington Street (between Princess and Queen) 613-766-5966

MAPLE MADNESS Visit our sugar bush! • Tree tapping demos • Sugar bush tours • First Nations display • Pancakes & maple syrup • Puppet Shows • NEW photo contest Lots of family friendly fun

LITTLE CATARAQUI CREEK CONSERVATION AREA

crca.ca/maple-madness Outside Q&A

James’s Local Picks

Stone City Ales, Uncharted IPA So hoppy it makes me happy.

Milton Island After the patio at Stone City, paddling around Milton, where I live, in a raging wind.

Cedar Lake Loop, Frontenac Park Stellar – especially in early spring.

a fulfillment of a dream. To wake up every morning to a sunrise across the water, to be able to skate to work, to paddle to work, those are opportunities that I feel absolutely privileged to be able to take advantage of. James Malcolm What are your favourite outdoor OWNER OF TRAILHEAD by Erin Jones spring activities? I love hiking Frontenac (Provin- cial) Park – it provides such great “I’ve got lots of pictures that would take me back under the age of five,” topography! When you get into says James Malcolm – “enjoying a camping trip, fishing.” No the northern part of the park, it’s coincidence, then, that he’s now the owner of one of Kingston’s premier such great hills. Spring provides outdoors suppliers, Trailhead (262 Princess St.). Malcolm says it was less growth on the trees, which his lifelong love of the outdoors that led him to work in the outfitters means the visibility is greater, industry. After working as a manager for years, in Toronto and out west, your line of sight – you can look Malcolm made the leap to owner in 2004, moving to Kingston and for several hundred metres in purchasing Trailhead. He says he revamped the store and has made it any direction. I love that new his mission ever since to help every customer enjoy the outdoors, by growth, with the green against offering products, rentals and courses at all interest levels. the grey.

Why did you choose to come city – I love the caring nature of What’s Kingston’s best-kept to Kingston? the people that live here. secret? We’re very much water-focused, The secret is out about Rock my wife and I. Kingston provided What neighbourhood do you Dunder. It’s out big-time. I’m not not only Lake Ontario but so much live in? going to give you an outdoor thing: paddling to be done north of the We live in Milton in the East End. I’m going to give you my favourite city. It’s an outdoor community. I We’ve been lucky enough to breakfast spot. Northside Espres-

Photo: Rob Whelan think we’re a community-focused move onto the water. It’s kind of so. Best breakfast in town.

KINGSTON CITY GUIDE I SPRING 2018 33 Outside YGK YOUR WAY

Little Cataraqui Creek Conservation Area TAP TO PLAY TAPTIX!

Best Places for a Run KINGSTON IS HOME TO SOME OF THE MOST BEAUTIFUL TRAILS AND CONSERVATION PARKS IN EASTERN ONTARIO. CONSIDER STRIDING INTO SPRING AT ONE OF THESE LOCATIONS. by Ashley Newton

rain of this trail – you’ll Little Cataraqui Creek WATERFRONT OFF-ROAD CONSERVATION TRAIL RUNNING AREA get a boost in your train- For a small fee, take to ing and a running expe- the marshlands, fields rience like no other. and forests at Little Waterfront Trail K&P Trail Cataraqui Creek for a No matter what time Leave that tread- Lemoine Point fully immersive running SO MANY GAMES. of day you like to lace up, mill behind – when Now that the experience. There are a the Waterfront Trail is the you’re enjoying the sim- weather is warming up, number of trails, from SO MUCH EXCITEMENT! perfect place to take in plicities of nature, run- you won’t want to miss one km and up, to fit some fresh air and wit- ning doesn’t have to be out on seeing some your regimen. Or, if run- Every TapTix game is easy ness Kingston’s scenic boring. The old Kings- breathtaking sunrises ning isn’t your thing to play and so much fun! beauty. Winding along ton and Pembroke rail and sunsets – and (but you’re still reading the lake shore, you can line – now affection- you’ll definitely want to this anyway) consider Choose one or play them all. venture past historic sites ately referred to as the snap a picture to share trying out a Forest and the bustle of every- “Kick & Push Trail” – with your friends. Visit Therapy Walk – it’s a day life while savouring has many entry points this beautiful lakeside terrific way to recon- the beautiful horizons of to begin, plus the natu- conservation area and, nect, with your body COME VISIT US TODAY! Wolfe Island and its wind ral earthy ground will be when you’re not push- and with nature. Check turbines across the water. easy on the knees. ing your limits, keep an the Cataraqui Region Views like this will take You’ll be inspired to take eye out for rare birds Conservation Authority your breath away – an your running game to and other wildlife, website – crca.ca – for (613) 634-5527 (613) 546-6839 essential part of any ex- the next level as you cheering you on from available dates. 1600 Bath Road 900 Montreal Street ercise regimen. explore the unique ter- the trees. Photo: Scott Adamson Scott Photo: www.treasurechestbingo.com www.communityspiritgaming.com

Must be 18 years of age or older to enter or play. Government-issued photo I.D. may be required. 34 KINGSTON CITY GUIDE I SPRING 2018 TAP TO PLAY TAPTIX!

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Shopping gets more exciting when each storefront has its own personality. Regardless of what you’re looking for, passionate and knowledge- able shop owners are ready to welcome you inside their doors. Many retailers carry wares from local artists and artisans, meaning your per- fect purchase will always be a reminder of the time you spent in the Limestone City.

Spring Shopping Local blogger Brooke Bresee (justaddstripes.com) ready for a day on the town. Photo by Chelsey Sisson of With Love and Wild Photography

KINGSTON CITY GUIDE I SPRING 2018 37 A KINGSTON WALKABLE Shopping Itinerary

ONE FULL DAY OF INSTAGRAMMABLE SHOPPING DOWNTOWN by local blogger Rosalyn Gambhir, “The Staycationer,” rosalyngambhir.com

If you’re anything like me, you’re planning your next outing around just how awesome your Instagram pic- tures will look as you eat, drink and shop your way around downtown Kingston. To make things easier, I've compiled some of the most Instagram-worthy shops that will make your feed #goals – the most wonderful wallpaper, the best brick walls and the cutest tables. Some people call it crazy. We just call it document- ing the good times.

9 a.m. Sit back and fuel your caffeine to craving at Kingston’s cutest 10 a.m. Melbourne-inspired coffee shop. A new addition to the downtown, Northside Espresso + Kitchen (281 Princess St.) is a go-to for flat white lattes and delicious avocado smash with poached egg. Photos: Downtown, Atomazul/Shutterstock.com; Northside, Polidoro Marc

38 KINGSTON CITY GUIDE I SPRING 2018 Shop FEATURE STORY

Who else is obsessed with adorable bakery shops? Card’s Bakery (115 Princess St.) is not 12 p.m. only aesthetically pleasing but also has the best to buttercream cupcakes! 12 :30p.m.

12 :30p.m. to The Jungle 2 p.m. (171 Wellington St.), This trendy new plant boutique never disappoints: their cosy storefront is very whimsical, and they will help you find the perfect plant to brighten up your space.

If you’re looking for something fun and unique, you may want to add Martello Alley (203b Wellington St.) to the list. This hidden artistic gem offers an art-shopping experience designed for any budget.

2 p.m. 10 a.m. to to Sterling Jewellery 3 p.m. 12 p.m. Take your patio lounging to the next level at A visit to the locally owned, downtown Tango Neuvo (331 King St. E.). indie boutiques Whit Kingston (239 Order up their appetizing charcuterie Princess St.) and Agent 99 (244 board and a side of sangria, and you’ll be the instant Princess St.) are a must to spice up envy of all your foodie-obsessed followers. your wardrobe. Grab your phone and snap a selfie in your new outfit.

Don’t forget about a girl’s best If you like your sweet treats topped accessories! Heel Boy (212 Princess off with a drizzle of drool-inducing St.) is your go-to boutique for the latest 3 p.m. Instagram, then Mio Gelato (178 boots, shoes and handbags: this Ontario St.) is the place for you – and modern minimalist space is fun, fresh to what better way to daydream about and doesn’t break the bank. And 5 p.m. summer than with a cone in hand? Sterling Jewellery (77a Princess St.) carries a stunning collection of Better yet, why not stroll along the jewellery that will step up your look Waterfront Trail and get some and your Instagram game for spring. stellar shots for your feed? Photos: Sterling Jewellery, Marc Polidoro; plants, visitkingston.ca of courtesy courtesy Neuvo, Tango Jungle; The of

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ANTIQUE ALLEY CATARAQUI CENTRE CHRIS JAMES Antique Alley’s eclectic inventory KINGSTON’S SHOPPING DESTINATION Whether it be clothing for work, a will amaze you, with over 4,000 Cataraqui Centre is the largest wedding or the weekend, embrace square feet of exceptional shopping centre in the greater accessible luxury with our interesting furniture, vintage clothing, decor Kingston area, with a great and sophisticated focus on quality, and collectibles from days gone variety of stores including H&M, versatility and an edgy yet enduring by. Stop in and browse this Hudson’s Bay, and SportChek. sense of style created by designers incredible collection. 945 Gardiners Rd., 613-389-7900 from around the world. 207B Wellington St., 613-545-1120 cataraquicentre.ca 253 Ontario St., 613-541-0707 antiquealley.ca chrisjameskingston.com

GENERAL BROCK’S CORNERSTONE KINGSTON OLIVE OIL CO. COMMISSARY CANADIAN ART & CRAFT At our unique tasting bar, you Relive Kingston’s history during the Visit our downtown Kingston can taste and compare over 50 War of 1812 and take home a “Taste location, and find an incredible varieties of extra virgin olive oil of Upper Canada.” Featuring an selection of Canadian-made and balsamic vinegars from array of local artisanal specialty contemporary art and craft. around the world. We also have foods, including jams, mustards, rubs, Jewelry, ceramics, glass, textiles, gourmet salts, spices, body sausages, chocolates and more. wood, metal, prints, carvings products and more. 86 Brock St., 613-484-1587 and more. 62 Brock St., 613-546-5483 generalbrockscommissary.com 255 Ontario St., 613-546-7967 kingstonoliveoil.com cornerstonecanadianart.com

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KINGSTON CITY GUIDE I SPRING 2018 41 EXPERIENCE GREAT ART

Queen’s University 36 University Avenue Kingston ON K7L 3N6 (613) 533.2190 www.agnes.queensu.ca

COMING SOON SUNDAY, JUNE 3, 2018 CONFEDERATION PARK HERBERT & DVORAK Ariel Barnes, Cello April 14 & 15, 2018 BEETHOVEN’S BACK... AND HE’S BEEN TRAINING! 2:30 p.m. | The Isabel Challenge yourself to beat Beethoven SULTANS OF STRING by completing an 8 km race or 4 km April 28, 2018 fun run/walk before the Kingston 7:30 p.m. | Grand Theatre      of Beethoven’s best music. New this year, a 1 km kids race! Register at FIDDLE FIRE www.beatbeethovenkingston.com. April 29, 2018 2:30 p.m. | Grand Theatre

Reserve your seat! Tickets from $10 - $50.      Culture

Whatever fuels your cultural fires, there are abundant opportunities in Kingston for you to spark your creative side. Harbour towns have always had more than their fair share of artistic expressions, a product of the creative impulses that arise from people coming and going. Kingston is a small city overflowing with talent of all kinds. Lucky you! You’ve got a lot of exploring to do, and you don’t have to travel far.

Molten Glass Local glass artist Mariel Waddell Hunter crafts a new piece in her studio. She runs Kingston Glass Studio and Gal- lery with her husband, Mischka Alexi Hunter, also a glass artist. Photo by Tim Forbes

KINGSTON CITY GUIDE I SPRING 2018 43 Culture THE SHORT LIST Artistic Icons KINGSTON’S BIGGEST PERFORMING ARTS VENUES by Ashley Newton

Looking for a night out in Kingston you won’t forget? We’ve got a list of the city’s most impressive arts venues to help you plan an outing to remember.

The Grand Theatre 218 Princess St. kingstongrand.ca Are you in the mood for live music, a comedy show or a stage production? The Grand Theatre has something for everyone. If you have kids, bring them along for a fun and educational performance tailored just for them. If not, dress to the nines and be moved and mesmerized by some of the world’s most talented musicians, dancers and dance companies. No matter the type of performance, The Grand Theatre has it all. kingstongrand.ca

Isabel Bader Centre for the Performing Arts 390 King St. W. queensu.ca/theisabel If you’re looking for a classic cultural experience, the Isabel Bader Centre for the Performing Arts has just that and more. Soloists, ensembles, jazz musicians and the Kingston Symphony will inspire you to bring more of the performing arts into your life. The Isabel also features a children’s series with plays, workshops and other activities to get the kids connected with a love of the arts. Local musicians, duos and groups also frequent this venue, with many other performances presented by Queen’s University’s Dan School of Drama and Music. queensu.ca/theisabel

Rogers K-Rock Centre 1 The Tragically Hip Way There’s a reason the word “rock” is in this venue’s name – it’s the place to be when big-name musicians and other performers arrive in Kingston. The venue itself has the capacity for thousands of fans to gather, and when it isn’t being rocked by world-class musicians, it’s home to the Frontenacs, Kingston’s OHL team.

rogersk-rockcentre.com Photos: Grand Theatre, Tim Forbes; Isabel Centre, Suzy Lamont Photography

44 KINGSTON CITY GUIDE I SPRING 2018 Culture THE SHORT LIST 10 Exclusively Local Galleries WHERE TO FIND KINGSTON AND AREA ARTISTS by Erin Jones Kingston is known for its thriving and eclectic art scene – and with so much talent in the city, it’s no surprise there’s a corresponding wealth of galleries dedicated to their works.

Joanne Gervais Visual Martello Alley Kingston Glass 3 7 Studio and Gallery Artist Gallery & Studio 203b Wellington St. 1746 Unity Rd. This one-of-a-kind historic Joanne’s work is a delicate and art-themed alley and courtyard striking balance of composition is an artist-run collective and depiction, all having an featuring original and printed organic essence flowing through. artwork. If you’re looking for the alley, follow the antique bikes! joannegervais.com martelloalley.com

Keirstead Gallery 4 Meraqi Art Annex 4 Aragon Road, RR1, 8 Glenburnie 66 Brock St. James Keirstead is one of Sells and displays local art, including paintings, textiles, Canada’s foremost landscape pottery, jewelry, soaps and and heritage artists. Painting candles. with knives and oils, he has a distinctive, boldly textured, meraqiartannex.com Dead On Collective impressionistic style. 1 14 Cataraqui St. keirstead.net Sydenham Street Studios A multi-purpose space aimed at 9 178 Sydenham St. fostering growth for progressive This working space of seven Kingston FrameWorks artists within Kingston. The 5 local artists has a small gallery space is a shared studio but also 198 Princess St. open to the public on Fridays hosts pop-up galleries, exhibits A custom framing and retail and Saturdays. store with an art gallery that and art-related events. sydenhamstreetstudios.com deadon.ca hosts local artists. kingstonframeworks.ca Window Art Gallery Gallery Raymond 10 647a Princess St. 2 Kingston Glass Studio 334 Princess St. 6 Established by the Kingston Kingston’s largest commercial and Gallery School of Art, this non-profit, gallery – at any one time 56 Queen St. volunteer-run gallery’s mission is representing up to 17 local Hosts over 30 local and up-and- to “provide affordable exhibition artists. The gallery also hosts coming artists, with works in space for culturally diverse local bi-monthly exhibitions featuring glass, ceramics, wood, stone, and regional artists.” It hosts a new artists’ work. mixed media and textiles. number of solo and group exhibits.

Photo: Dwayne Brown Studio galleryraymond.com kingstonglassgallery.com windowartgallerykingston.com

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CENTRE CULTUREL CHER-MÈRE DAY SPA COMMUNITY SPIRIT FRONTENAC & THE Cher-Mère offers a full range of GAMING CENTRE OCTAVE THEATRE deliciously all-natural and Offering the latest in electronic The CCF proudly presents its organic beauty products. Day bingo technology, as well as 2017/18 season at the Octave The- spa services include: facial, traditional paper card bingo, atre. Visit us online for a full season manicure, pedicure, relaxation Community Spirit Gaming offers a schedule of francophone theatre, massage, waxing, sugaring, fun, friendly and relaxing comedy and musical entertainment. eyelash extensions, lash lifting atmosphere of entertainment. English-friendly shows available. and micro-blading. Must be 18 years of age or older. 711 Dalton Ave. , 613-546-1331 68 Brock St., 613-767-6652 900 Montreal St., 613-546-6839 centreculturelfrontenac.com cher-mere.ca communityspiritgaming.com

COUNTY SIPS HIPSTORY IMPROBABLE ESCAPES GUIDED WINE TOURS Join us as we expose real city his- KINGSTON’S ORIGINAL ESCAPE ROOM Book now to enjoy a spring wine tory and debunk widespread mis- Improbable Escapes is a live- tour of Prince Edward County conceptions about topics in our action escape-the-room hosted by sommelier Ian Nicholls. past that are routinely taken for experience. Come get “locked in” Savour the wines, craft beers and granted. Explore the secretive, with friends and family, test your ciders of “The County” and enjoy scandalous and gritty history that puzzle-solving skills, and escape! its beauty. Cheers! this city doesn’t want you to hear. 303 Bagot St., Suite 16B 613-329-6563 303 Bagot St., Suite 16B 1-800-570-0436 ext 1 countysips.com hipstorytours.com improbableescapes.com

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K-PASS KINGSTON 1000 KINGSTON FOOD TOURS K-Pass is your all-inclusive ticket ISLANDS CRUISES Walk through our historical down- to Kingston and the 1000 Islands. Cruise the 1000 Islands from town led by a local guide who will Your 24-hour, 48-hour or 72-hour downtown Kingston, featuring share an insider’s perspective on pass includes a Cruise and 90-minute and three-hour Kingston’s culinary culture while you Trolley Tour, plus museums and cruises with gourmet food and savour some of the best in local attractions. live entertainment. Save on cruise cuisine. Lunch, afternoon and eve- 248 Ontario St., 1-800-848-0011 tickets with K-Pass. ning tours available year round! kpass.ca 1 Brock St., 1-800-848-0011 613-704-0006, ktic.ca kingstonfoodtours.ca, [email protected]

KINGSTON TROLLEY MEMORIAL CENTRE MODERN FUEL TOURS FARMERS’ MARKET Modern Fuel is a non-profit Explore Kingston on a nine-stop Kingston’s only year-round local artist-run gallery located in the tour, including stops at Fort Henry, market, where the farmers you Tett Centre. Modern Fuel Kingston Penitentiary and more. meet grow the food you eat. facilitates the presentation of Save on trolley tickets with K-Pass. Fresh produce, prepared foods, local and international 1 Brock St., 1-800-848-0011 live music & kid’s activities weekly! contemporary art. kingstontrolley.ca Sundays 10am - 2pm Suite 305, 370 King St. W., Location may vary, 613-572-7059 613-548-4883 | [email protected] memorialcentremarket.ca modernfuel.org

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SHERLOCK’S ESCAPES THE ISABEL THE VR HUT Up for the adventure of a lifetime? Come hear top local, national YOUR PORTAL TO ADVENTURE Sherlock is missing and the game and international artists perform We are Kingston’s first virtual is now afoot. Grab your trusty at The Isabel, a spectacular reality experience centre that sidekicks, adjust your sleuthing music, theatre and film facility enables you to experience hat and see if your powers of de- with exceptional acoustics. premium, high-end VR without duction can solve the case! Find all 2018/2019 performances the barriers of cost and space. 298 Bagot St., 613-344-0668 on our website. 331 King St. E., Suite 201 sherlocksescapes.com 390 King St. W., 613-533-2424 613-767-1389 queensu.ca/theisabel thevrhut.com

TREASURE CHEST BINGO UNION GALLERY VISITOR EXPERIENCE Welcome to the next generation of Union Gallery supports the pre- CENTRE gaming. Your enjoyment is a sure sentation of contemporary visual, Located across from City Hall bet in our modern facility featuring sound and media works of both and open daily, we are your sou- a full-service restaurant, two fire- individual and group shows. venir and information source for places and a VIP suite for private Featuring original work by pro- Kingston, with info on area muse- parties. Must be 18 years of age fessional and student artists. ums, attractions, restaurants, or older. Open to the public. shopping & accommodation. 1600 Bath Rd., 613-634-5527 Stauffer Library, Queen’s University 209 Ontario St., 613-548-4415 treasurechestbingo.com 613-533-3171 www.visitkingston.ca uniongallery.queensu.ca Nightlife

A city of surprises, you will find that numerous venues — from pubs and restaurants to nightclubs — offer a wide and varied array of entertainment to keep you going well into the early-morning hours. Want to enjoy a unique nightlife experience? Look no further than one of the many patios you’ll find tucked away in unexpected places.

Musical Mainstay Longtime local band Ianspotting performs at The Mansion, a hot spot in town for live music. Photo by Tim Forbes

KINGSTON CITY GUIDE I SPRING 2018 49 Nightlife THE PHOTO LIST

Late-Night Adventures

The VR Hut Barcadia

Looking for a unique night out on They often host live gaming Sherlock’s Escapes. Each spot the town? We’ve rounded up a nights and tournaments, and they has multiple room options, each number of late-night adventures provide free popcorn to top off featuring a live, interactive that are sure to make a the true arcade experience. adventure challenging groups to memorable evening. work together to solve puzzles; Escape Rooms the goal is to escape the locked Barcadia Improbable Escapes room before the 60-minute 347 Princess St. 303 Bagot St., Suite 16B buzzer goes off. Talk about a barcadia.ca improbableescapes.com great team-building experience. A blast from the past, Barcadia is Sherlock’s Escapes Kingston Axe Throwing stocked with over 30 arcade 298 Bagot St., upstairs studio 785 Sir John A. Macdonald Blvd. games, including Tetris, Pac-Man sherlocksescapes.com kingstonaxethrowing.com and Space Invaders. Have your Kingston has two popular change ready: each play only escape room businesses in town, If you’re looking to do something costs a quarter. The bar also has and they happen to be across more physical, why not throw a “living room” with booths set up the street from each other – some axes? A typical night at

with different gaming consoles. Improbable Escapes and Kingston Axe Throwing can run Photos: Rob Whelan

50 KINGSTON CITY GUIDE I SPRING 2018 GET THE MOST OUT OF KINGSTON ALL DAY LONG WITH Try a Trivia Night THESE UNIQUE AFTER-DARK ACTIVITIES by Erin Jones

Are you prepping for a stint on Jeopardy, or just looking to impress some friends with all the facts you know? Either way, you might want to try one of Kingston’s fabulous trivia nights.

Grab a table and a drink, and you will be given a paper and pencil to write answers. There are several rounds with different topics each time, so if one category isn’t your thing, you’ll have more chances to show what you know.

The Alibi 293 Princess St. The questions begin every Wednes- day at 9 p.m., or you can grab a team of up to five for the Sunday league, which starts at 5 p.m.

The Brooklyn 14 Garrett St. Every Sunday night, teams of up to six test their knowledge of pop-cul- Kingston Axe Throwing ture and other categories. Doors open at 8 p.m.; trivia starts at 9 p.m. over two hours long. Each game nights and even live is supervised by a “judge” that performances. The quaint space The Grad Club scores the game. Drinking is is the perfect pick for an 162 Barrie St. permitted on-site – the venue has affordable, laid-back night out. Trivia night at The Grad is always a liquor licence, and each lane Did we mention you can order packed, so arrive early. Happening has a mini-fridge that can be tea in a mug? Thursday nights at 9 p.m., the quiz stocked with beverages and food. covers a wide array of topics, includ- The VR Hut ing current affairs and pop culture. The Screening Room 331 King St., Suite 201 120 Princess St. (second floor) thevrhut.com screeningroomkingston.com Kingston’s first virtual reality This newly renovated three- experience centre has six pods screen downtown theatre that provide 81 square feet of specializes in indie, art-house, space – allowing viewers to be classic and foreign cinema, but immersed in a full room-scale you can also catch big experience. It’s also fitting for all blockbusters, special screening ages and larger groups.

KINGSTON CITY GUIDE I SPRING 2018 51 Sponsored Content Kingston’s Ale Trail

THE MANSION THE GRIZZLY GRILL THE IRON DUKE ON We feature a wide variety of beer We have a broad craft beer menu WELLINGTON on tap, local and international with a local weekly brew special; 17 beers to choose from on tap: the wines, plus our daily drink spe- handmade cocktails; and an perfect mix of local craft & interna- cials. Join us for drinks, live music extensive wine list with some of the tional brews. $5 pints Sundays, Mon- 7 days a week and late-night eats best flavours from around the world, days & Wednesdays. You are bound – our kitchen is open until 2 a.m. and just around the corner. Stop by to find a new favourite or stumble every day. and pair it with our late-night menu. across an old faithful at the Duke. 506 Princess St., 613-531-0003 395 Princess St., 613-544-7566 207 Wellington St., 613-542-4244 mansion.rocks grizzlygrill.ca ironduke.ca

52 KINGSTON CITY GUIDE I SPRING 2018 While in town, be sure to check out the growing selection of outstanding craft beers. Walk (or take a short ferry ride along) the Kingston Ale Trail, and enjoy these fine establishments’ array of local and international beers, sure to delight the most discerning beer lover. Our tip for the trail – please be responsible!

THE TOUCAN THE PUBLIC HOUSE THE WOLFE ISLAND GRILL Kingston’s Irish pub of choice. Sir John A. Macdonald would be Open 7 days a week until midnight, Delicious pub food, comfortable proud of our 15 local, regional and just a short free ferry ride from atmosphere and a beautiful Scottish draft taps as well as Kingston. Enjoy our locally sourced courtyard patio. Our pub offers a Kingston’s best happy hour menu and local craft beer from down large selection of great pints, live Monday to Friday from 4 to 6 p.m. the road. Nightly specials, waterfront sports & live music. Daily food & 343 King St. East, 613-766-9296 patio and live entertainment. drink specials at unbeatable prices. foodandheritage.com/sir-johns- 1222 Main St. (Hwy 96), Wolfe Island public-house/ 76 Princess St., 613-544-1966 613-385-1515 thetoucan.ca Wolfeislandgrill.ca

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CITY PARKING WOLFE ISLAND FERRY Schedule is seasonal Metered parking is available throughout the city and downtown core, 613-548-7227 both on-street and in some parking lots. The maximum length of stay wolfeisland.com/ferry.php at meters varies between two and three hours. The cost for metered From From parking varies between $1 an hour and $1.50 an hour. Attended parking garages offer longer-term parking than metered or on-street Kingston Wolfe Island options. For more information visit cityofkingston.ca. 6:15 a.m. 5:45 a.m. 7:15 a.m. 6:45 a.m. 8:30 a.m. 7:45 a.m.

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KINGSTON CITY GUIDE I SPRING 2018 57 25 THINGS TO DO THIS SPRING IN KINGSTON

1. 2. 3. 4. 5. MAPLE KINGSTON THE LEARN LETTERKENNY MADNESS CANADIAN FILM SHEEPDOGS TO CURL LIVE March 2018 FESTIVAL LIVE Sundays March 9, 2018 crca.ca March 1–4, 2018 March 7, 2018 royalkingston.com kingstongrand.ca kingcanfilmfest.com thealehoueskingston.ca

6. 7. 8. 9. 10. WIN A SUMMER FARMER’S ST. PATRICK’S FREE GALLERY TOM COCHRANE 7TH ANNUAL MARKET DAY TOUR WITH KINGSTON Every Sunday March 17, 2018 March 22, 2018 RED RIDER BOAT SHOW WEEKEND IN memorialcentre downtownkingston.ca agnes.queensu.ca March 23, 2018 March 23–25, 2018 KINGSTON farmersmarket.ca kingstongrand.ca ontariotradeshows.ca 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. Where culinary, culture and creators meet. FOREIGNER ARTMATTERS 1000 ISLANDS JUST FOR JOHNNY WITH CHILLI- March 29, 2018 CRUISES LAUGHS REID LIVE Fresh made daily. WACK LIVE ROADSHOW agnes.queensu.ca April 2018 April 14, 2018 Grab the sunscreen and shorts — summer is around the corner, and March 24, 2018 1000islandcruises.ca April 7, 2018 rogersk-rockcentre.com what better time to win a free trip to Kingston! Enter online to win a rogersk-rockcentre.com kingstongrand.ca fresh made daily, all-inclusive stay in Kingston and have some fun in the sun with us this summer! 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. CLASSIC JUVENIS SPRING COMEDIAN THE BEAUTY Prize includes: ALBUMS LIVE: FESTIVAL FASHION JIMMY CARR OF BACH THE EAGLES SHOW 1. Economy VIA Rail round-trip tickets April 28–May 6, May 4, 2018 May 5, 2018 April 14, 2018 2018 April 21, 2018 kingstongrand.ca queensu.ca/theisabel 2. Two nights’ accommodation kingstongrand.ca juvenisfestival.ca kingstonsymphony.ca 3. Summer K-Pass 21. 22. 23. 24. 25. THEORY OF 2018 SCIENCE FORT HENRY’S DIRTY A DEADMAN HERITAGE RENDEZVOUS OPENING DAY DANCING LIVE visitkingston.ca/comeback LIVE FAIR KINGSTON May 19, 2018 May 27, 2018 May 6, 2018 May 10, 2018 May 12, 2018 For full contest details. forthenry.com rogersk-rockcentre. thealehousekingston.ca krhf.ca rogersk-rockcentre.com com

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1. 2. 3. 4. 5. MAPLE KINGSTON THE LEARN LETTERKENNY MADNESS CANADIAN FILM SHEEPDOGS TO CURL LIVE March 2018 FESTIVAL LIVE Sundays March 9, 2018 crca.ca March 1–4, 2018 March 7, 2018 royalkingston.com kingstongrand.ca kingcanfilmfest.com thealehoueskingston.ca

6. 7. 8. 9. 10. FARMER’S ST. PATRICK’S FREE GALLERY TOM COCHRANE 7TH ANNUAL MARKET DAY TOUR WITH KINGSTON Every Sunday March 17, 2018 March 22, 2018 RED RIDER BOAT SHOW memorialcentre downtownkingston.ca agnes.queensu.ca March 23, 2018 March 23–25, 2018 farmersmarket.ca kingstongrand.ca ontariotradeshows.ca

11. 12. 13. 14. 15. FOREIGNER ARTMATTERS 1000 ISLANDS JUST FOR JOHNNY WITH CHILLI- March 29, 2018 CRUISES LAUGHS REID LIVE WACK LIVE ROADSHOW agnes.queensu.ca April 2018 April 14, 2018 March 24, 2018 1000islandcruises.ca April 7, 2018 rogersk-rockcentre.com rogersk-rockcentre.com kingstongrand.ca

16. 17. 18. 19. 20. CLASSIC JUVENIS SPRING COMEDIAN THE BEAUTY ALBUMS LIVE: FESTIVAL FASHION JIMMY CARR OF BACH THE EAGLES April 28–May 6, SHOW May 4, 2018 May 5, 2018 April 14, 2018 2018 April 21, 2018 kingstongrand.ca queensu.ca/theisabel kingstongrand.ca juvenisfestival.ca kingstonsymphony.ca

21. 22. 23. 24. 25. THEORY OF 2018 SCIENCE FORT HENRY’S DIRTY A DEADMAN HERITAGE RENDEZVOUS OPENING DAY DANCING LIVE LIVE FAIR KINGSTON May 19, 2018 May 27, 2018 May 6, 2018 May 10, 2018 May 12, 2018 forthenry.com rogersk-rockcentre. thealehousekingston.ca krhf.ca rogersk-rockcentre.com com