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Belleville Videos and Photos

Our winner of the 2017 Quinte Home and Lifestyle Show!

After exhaustive hours, rain, sun, wind and sleet.  Well maybe no sleet.  The show has ended and the time has come to draw for our winner. Betty Alexander you are the big winner!!!  We truly hope you love the Cookware set! Again thank you to everyone who came and stopped by our booth.  Don’t forget … Read more

Tour Tuesday and a Ton of Weight

This week on Tour Tuesday, Angela teaches Tara, Tom has a big head and Justin Trudeau gets mentioned. 0:24 New Listing 11 Chown Cr., Belleville 0:35 New Sold Home 11 Chown Cr., Belleville 1:10 How to find info on Wells. https://www.ontario.ca/environment-and-ene…/map-well-records 2:12 Tom includes Angela 2:37 Justin Trudeau? 2:47 Oh Oh Weather! 3:08 It’s our … Read more

We hit the links at Bay of Quinte Golf

Tara and Tom hit the links with their good friends Scott and Michelle Tracze for a fun round of golf at the Beautiful Bay of Quinte Golf Club. We’re not sure exactly what the score was at the end of the round but it was one heck of a fun day! Check out Bay of … Read more

Our Annual Fall Festival: Chili Cook-off & Dog Costume Contest

For our 2015’s Flavours of Fall Festival, we had a dog costume contest and of course, our chili cook-off. Everyone had a great time watching the dogs & tasting the chilis. We would like to thank all the people who came and made our Flavours of Fall Event a fantastic one! Thank you for being … Read more

Canada Day Belleville, 2015 – Pie Eating

Here’s a little fun from the Canada Day festivities in Zwick’s Park.  We hosted the pie eating contest this year.  We went through 16 pies weighing in at about 30 pounds. The kids finished each round in about 2 minutes.   The adults had it a little harder with larger pies, it took them about … Read more

2015 Team Tara Lyons Annual Movie Event

We had our first customer appreciation event of 2015 last weekend and it was lots of fun! This year’s movie was “How To Train Your Dragon 2” and everyone who came enjoyed a complimentary ticket, drink & popcorn. We’re so happy to see lots of people & that our annual movie event is once again … Read more

Our Annual Flavours of Fall and Chili Cook Off Event

Our Flavours of Fall event was held last October 4th at Empire Square Downtown Belleville. We had the Chili Cook off and the Pie Eating Contest. The event was great and we had lots of fun. Can’t wait for next year’s Flavours of Fall Event! Here are a few of our photos:  

CFB Trenton showing service beyond service

We love CFB Trenton. This weekend Paratroopers of the Canadian Army Advanced Warfare Centre opened their training towers to raise funds for the United Way of Quinte. For a mere $5 donation we were able to jump from the 10-metre tower like we were real paratroopers or rappel down the 20-metre tower! Our military serves … Read more

Tyendinaga Caves and Caverns in Ontario

We had a chance to visit the Tyendinaga Caves and Caverns just east of Belleville. We had a blast and the caves are amazing! Here’s a little video followed by some of the pictures. Make sure you check them out at their website. http://tyendinagacaves.blogspot.ca/

Belleville Waterfront Festival 2013

Here’s some of the highlights we saw at the Waterfront Festival Belleville this year. Ultimate Air Dogs Canada Competitions contest was incredibly fun, if anyone saw little Decoy the pup doing his best to keep up with the big DAWGS, you’ll know why we liked it so much.  They had a new contest at this years festival, … Read more

Belleville Santa Claus Parade 2012

I hope every had fun at the parade!  We have a few pictures for you and a little video.  Sorry about the photo quality, it was dark, and the street light kept going on and off, making it very hard get good shots.  But it’s the thought that counts right! You’ll note I was touring with … Read more

Foxy Hair And Esthetics – Salon Belleville

We love Foxy Hair And Esthetics here in Belleville, they are located on the corner of Bridge St. and Pinnacle St. What we love best is how much fun they are to visit, the staff is super friendly and they have always done a great for me. Come check them out, I know you’ll love … Read more

Out and about on Shannon Rd. Belleville, Ontario

We were out on Shannon Rd. with Leslie, we came across this beautiful bridge and stream. [iframe width=”560″ height=”315″ src=”http://www.youtube.com/embed/Asfv3Y4br60?rel=0″ frameborder=”0″ allowfullscreen]

Royal Lepage has their Annual Family Skate Event!

It’s been another great year, 2011 that is and with the new year comes the annual Royal Lepage Client and Family Skate Event. This year it was held at the Wally Dever Arena and it was a great success.  As always super happy to see everyone there!

The Changing Face of Business

I love this video with Steve Weese.  It highlights so many of the great companies in this area.  Some have been here for a century, others are new but providing global services and employing hundreds of people and their families.

Great Video of the Quinte Area

I love this video, it shows so much of things to do in Belleville and the Quinte area.  Fishing, Boating, Festivals and Concerts. [object width=”560″ height=”315″>

Tara Lyons visits the Quinte Conservation Authority in Belleville, Ontario

We had a request to visit more location which did not require a bank card to visit and thought of one of our favourites spots to visit, The Quinte Conservation Autority. Here’s the video we hope you enjoy, we’ve added the map to it as well. [iframe width=”560″ height=”315″ src=”http://www.youtube.com/embed/jHsQwON94LE?rel=0″ frameborder=”0″ allowfullscreen] Map: [iframe width=”425″ height=”350″ frameborder=”0″ … Read more

Time for Countylicious in Prince Edward County

Countylicious is back! it’s been two years since we have the amazing food that is Countylicious in Prince Edward County. Join the fun from November 2 – 22, 2022 for three weeks of fixed priced menus from 15 County restaurants you know, love, and have been dying to try. Planning to have an annual dinner … Read more

China Gate Restaurant in Downtown Belleville

The Tara Lyons Team loves Chinese food. So we thought we would get some for lunch and went to our favourite spot, China Gate. It’s located on Front Street downtown and the food is soooo good. As you know we have a few favourite Asian Style restaurants, Korean/Sushi(Toro Sushi), Vietnamese(Saigon), Thai(Thai Gardens). But for Chinese … Read more

Belleville’s Matt Dowsett Wins Preliminary Elvis Tribute Artist Contest

The first round of the 2012 Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest was held this past weekend in Tweed, Canada. Matt Dowsett was the first Elvis tribute artist to qualify for Semifinals – Round One of the Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest that will be held in Memphis during Elvis Week 2012, the 35th anniversary.The competition … Read more

Downtown Sidewalk Event On This Weekend

I was walking downtown and it looks like the big sidewalk sale is ramping up. So if you’re looking for something fun to do head downtown and have some fun.

Canada Day 2011 Belleville Skydivers!!

Ok, if you miss this on Canada you missed a real treat, we tried to capture as much as we could, but let’s face they were pretty small way up in the sky. 🙂 It was a perfect Canada Day with great fireworks, and lot’s of sun!!  I hope everyone else had as much fun … Read more

Walk a Mile in Her Shoes Belleville 2011

Well it was a little rainy, ok a lot rainy, but the brave men made the walk and not one of them dropped out. Congratulations with everyone at the event, although we don’t have the final number we understand Walk a Mile and the Yard Sale generated over $20,000.00 for both the Shelter Foundation and … Read more

Rotary Club of Picton’s Waterfall Tour

So we left on a very cold Saturday, in the rain and wind on a brave quest to seek the mythical falls of Prince Edward County. Below is the video chronically the journey.

Tara Lyons Visits Zwick’s Park

We took time this week to head on down to Zwick’s Park, Belleville, ON to check out the new construction.  Take a look at what we saw!

Tara Lyons visits Glanmore National Historic Site in Belleville (Part 2)

Don’t forget to look up when you are inside – the ceiling plaster is beautiful!

The museum cares for an extensive collection of antique furniture, paintings and ceramics. Local history is highlighted in Glanmore’s lower level, and includes the Pre-Confederation Homestead exhibit and Maid of All Work: Domestic Service at Glanmore.

Check out website for more information: http://www.city.belleville.on.ca/CityHall/Departments/RecreationCultureAndCommunityServices/Pages/RCCS-GlanmoreNationalHistoricSite.aspx

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Tara Lyons visits Glanmore House National Historic Site in Belleville (Part 1)

We visited Belleville’s Tresure…the Glanmore House  on 257 Bridge St. E..  An amazing place full of history!  You have to see it!

Glanmore National Historic Site, was designated a National Historic Site of Canada in 1969 in recognition of its exceptional 2nd Empire architecture. Glanmore was built in 1882-1883 for wealthy banker J.P.C. Phillips (1842-1912) and his wife Harriet Dougall Phillips (1839-1915).  The grand interior features beautiful hand-painted ceilings and ornate woodwork.   Many of Glanmore’s rooms have been restored to the 1890s and feature period room displays containing some original furnishings as well as beautiful objects from the Couldery Collection. Tours are available. June to August open 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. September to May open 1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Closed Mondays and Holidays.

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Easter Bunny at Quinte Mall! FREE 5 x 7 photo* with the Easter Bunny!

Easter Bunny at Quinte Mall! April 09, 2011 to April 23, 2011 Hop into the Quinte Mall Bunny Patch for ONE FREE 5 x 7 photo* with the Easter Bunny from April 9 – 23 (closed Good Friday), during the following times: Monday to Friday 10:30am – 8pm (Breaks 1–1:45 and 5–5:45), Saturday 10:30am–5pm (Break … Read more

Tara Lyons visits Reid’s Dairy in Belleville

Tara visited Reid’s Dairy in Belleville today. It has a magical castle look from outside as you can see from the picture.  Tara went into the shop at the factory. You can see production lines through the glass there.  So anybody can observe how Reid’s Dairy products are made and packaged.  In the shop there are variety of products available.  Also at the counter you can order different flavors of milk shakes and ice-cream.  You must try their looney milkshakes – they are so good!

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Belleville Festival of Trees Whoville!

I had a chance to make it down to the Whoville setup Downtown Belleville. What a great a time, we walked around, checked out all the trees and vendors, did a little video and headed out for the rest of our day.

Mackenzie Ridge Gift and Basket

Today we went to MacKenzie Ridge Gift and Basket to visit Julie. Julie was nice enough to do a little interview with us about the new location and her previous life as an actress!  Who knew we knew someone famous! Make sure you visit the MacKenzie Ridge Facebook Page or the MacKenzie Ridge Website! MacKenzie … Read more

Fall Colours in the Belleville and Quinte Area

Well it’s that time of year again.  Pumpkins come out, trees start to change colour, sweaters and jackets come out of the close. That’s right it’s the fall and it means winter is on the way, boooo.  But the upside are the cool crisp walks through the red and orange leaves.  Watching the geese start … Read more

Visiting Lake on the Mountain and The Inn for Dinner

We had a chance to head up to Lake on the Mountain to check out the view and then have dinner at The Inn. We started off looking at the view over the bluff looking down on the Glenora Ferry.  Then headed over to take a look at the mystery lake itself.  According to the … Read more

Harbour 25 and Boat Life in Belleville

Well, it’s that time again folks. Yep, the boats are coming out of the water for another long cooollldd winter. We spent today lifting my parents boat out of the water and then pulling my boat, and by mine I of course mean Tom’s and my boat. All went well. Harbour 25, which is the … Read more

Amazing Graze Alpaca Farm Open House

We spent some time at the Amazing Graze Alpaca Farm feeding the Alpacas, or accurately Tom feed them and I watched. Watch the video below. If you’ve never been there you really need to go out there. I added the map this post if you want to head and see them.  Anyway we had blast … Read more

Why we love the Quinte area.

The below video highlights the beauty of the Belleville, Bay of Quinte area. It’s no wonder that when people come to visit they want to buy a home in the area. With the beautiful waterfront real estate and the new vineyard industry starting, Quinte truly is a place to call home. Come take a look … Read more