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HOLIDAY WRAP 2014Another holiday season has come and gone in downtown Kingston! Here are some highlights: the season started off with the spectacular Greater Kingston Santa Parade. Parade participants and attendees all reported an increase in holiday spirit following the parade! Santa continued to bring his magic downtown every Saturday leading up to Christmas at Santa in the Square. The results were exciting again this year in the Window Wonderland competition. Participating businesses did an incredible job decorating their store fronts. Congratulations to Send in the Clowns for winning Best Overall!
Pewter Collectibles were wildly popular again this year! The tradition continued with another five ornaments released: Millan Building (53-55 Princess St), Holy Name of Jesus Parish Church, The J.K. Tett Centre, The Phoebe and Sir John’s Public House. Thank you to our sales outlets this year: Grand Theatre, Kingston Community Credit Union and Rogers K-Rock Centre.
REMINDER: SNOW AND ICELet’s work together to keep our sidewalks clear of snow and ice this season! Just a friendly reminder to business owners to keep sidewalks clear and safe and to remove any overhanging icicles from their buildings. Please ensure the sidewalks in front of your business are shoveled and that sand or salt is used to prevent them from becoming slippery. Sand and salt products are relatively inexpensive - they can be purchased from a number of downtown businesses.
For vacant buildings, it is the responsibility of the property owner to ensure safe passage for pedestrians. Bylaw enforcement officers will be on the street and business owners who do not comply may face a fine of up to $5,000. To report unsafe conditions, contact the City of Kingston directly at 613-546-0000 or email [email protected]
There are also a number of snow removal companies currently operating in Kingston. Please see Snow Removal in the Yellow Pages for a complete listing of companies offering this service.
REFOCUS ON MAINTENANCEWe have been working with the City to make improvements to the overall look and feel of the downtown, through a new program titled Refocus on Maintenance. This program is a partnership between the BIA, various city departments, our downtown businesses, residents and the general public.
The DK! office is currently working on branding for the new program, marketing materials, and information sheets for businesses and tenants. Bylaw officers’ patrols will also be done on a more frequent basis, and there will be charges for infractions. Look for more information in our upcoming weekly email updates or contact [email protected]
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UPCOMING DATESHere’s what’s happening in Downtown Kingston! KINGSTON FRONTENACS GAMES Full schedule: www.rogersk-rockcentre.com
January 19-25, Rogers K-Rock CentreCANADIAN TIRE NATIONAL SKATING CHAMPIONSHIPS
January 20-25, Grand TheatreTHE DOUBLE
January 30, Grand TheatreALAN DOYLE
January 30 – February 7REELOUT QUEER FILM + VIDEO FESTwww.reelout.com
January 31, Grand TheatreSING-A-LONG-A SOUND OF MUSIC
February 5-8FEB FEST 2015More information on the back page!www.downtownkingston.ca
February 5, Grand TheatreTORONTO DANCE THEATRE
February 6, Grand TheatreCLASSIC ALBUMS LIVE: THE WALL
February 11, Grand TheatreVETERANS OF SNL
February 17, Grand TheatreDANCE CUBA
February 19, Grand TheatreBETTYE LAVETTE
February 20, Rogers K-Rock CentreFLORIDA GEORGIA LINE
February 21, Rogers K-Rock CentreBRYAN ADAMS
February 26 – March 1KINGSTON CANADIAN FILM FESTIVALhttp://kingcanfilmfest.com
February 27, Grand TheatreETHAN RUSSELL
March 3, Rogers K-Rock CentreZZ TOP
March 6, Grand TheatreJANN ARDEN
March 7, Grand TheatreJAKE SHIMABUKURO
March 14, Grand TheatrePRESERVATION HALL JAZZ BAND
March 21, Grand TheatreRICKY SKAGGS & KENTUCKY THUNDER
March 27, Grand TheatreVIENNA BOYS CHOIR
April 11, Grand TheatreNATIONAL CHINESE ACROBATS
April 14, Rogers K-Rock CentreTHE TRAGICALLY HIP
For more information: www.kingstongrand.cawww.rogersk-rockcentre.com
HERITAGE WEEK AWARDS This year marks the 26th year of the annual Heritage Week Awards, a partnership between the Frontenac Heritage Foundation and Downtown Kingston! Nominations for the awards honouring the “best historically sensitive renovations or development of commercial property” in the downtown core are now being accepted. These awards recognize the efforts of downtown property and business owners who have invested in both our heritage and our future over the past year by restoring, rebuilding and maintaining the beautiful building facades that make Kingston famous! Last year, our award recipients were 62-66 Brock St (Kingston Olive Oil Company) and 122 Princess St. (now Dollar Tree).
Get your nominations in now for your favourites from the past year by sending them to [email protected]
FEB FEST 2015We’re excited for our annual winter festival in downtown Kingston! See the full Event Schedule on the back page!
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WELCOME NEW BUSINESSES! Cash 4 You – 185 Division St. Whether you need a few hundred dollars between paydays, need to get that cheque cashed or send money around the world Cash 4 You can help. They also offer GREAT U.S. exchange rates! 613-546-4019 www.cash4you.ca
Downtown Physiotherapy Clinic Located at 120 Clarence St. Suite 260 (main post office building). The clinic provides musculoskeletal physiotherapy treatment to persons of all ages who have back and neck pain, orthopedic injuries, sports, work or motor vehicle injuries and those going through post-surgical rehabilitation. 613-547-0200
Fuel – Located at 268 Princess St. Fuel is an evolution of the traditional smoothie and juice bar, offering quality smoothies, fresh pressed juices, proteins and nutritional supplements. 613-545-0770
Galen Eye Centre – 27 Place d’Armes, Suite 100. At the Galen Eye Centre, the technicians, administrative staff and doctors strive to work as a team to best manage your ocular health and to provide compassionate care. 613-507-4800 www.galeneyecentre.com
Kingston Threading and Beauty Care Located at 149 Brock St. Kingston Threading offers body hair removal, skin rejuvenation and massage. Indulge in spa packages, including massages, facial/body treatment and manicures and pedicures. 613-449-0270 www.kingstonthreading.com
La Hacienda – Located at 337 Princess St. La Hacienda is bringing Latin flavor to Kingston with authentic Latin American and Mexican food including freshly made papusas, enchiladas, tostadas and delicious salsas! 613-344-2318
Quesada Burritos & Tacos – Located at 119 Princess St. At Quesada, enjoy burritos, quesadillas and tacos made with the freshest ingredients and traditional Mexican flavours. 613-531-2666 www.quesada.ca
Rice House – 296 Princess St. Rice House Korean Restaurant serves the best of Korean cuisine and Japanese rolls including maki rolls, rice dishes, à la carte and combo options. Eat-in and take-out available. 613-536-7117
Salon 296 – Located at 296 Bagot St. Salon 296 is a modern salon specializing in creative hair styling and colouring, combined with a high
level of training and professionalism. 613-549-2888 www.salon296.com
The Mortgage Advisors – Located at 238 Wellington St. The Mortgage Advisors are dedicated to offering a unique level of service that makes shopping for a mortgage easy. They are licensed professionals who have the expertise to get you the best possible mortgage to suit your needs. 613-542-1888 http://kingstonmortgageadvisors.com
TresOrs Jewellers – New location at 235 Princess St. TresOrs is a second generation jeweller in Kingston who offers a wide selection, along with custom designs that are as endless as your imagination. Come see why TresOrs is the jeweller of choice in Kingston. 613-542-4492 www.tresorsjewellers.com
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FEB FEST 2015 - FEBRUARY 5 - 8
Join in on Kingston’s premier winter event! Check out some of the festival highlights below and be sure to take advantage of the many FREE activities in Springer Market Square! www.downtownkingston.ca
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 5
24HR Snow Sculpture Competition Begins!Confederation Park, 12 noonWatch as engineering teams from RMC, Queen’s and St. Lawrence compete to see who can build the best sculpture out of snow!
Maple Candy in Confederation Park, 12 - 3 PM
Carr Harris Cup Rogers K-Rock Centre, 7:30 PMThe annual rivalry between Queen’s and RMC’s men’s hockey teams. Tickets are only $10 and available at www.rogersk-rockcentre.com
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 6
Snow Sculpture Competition Continues!Confederation Park, 12 AM - 12 PM
Maple Candy in Confederation Park, 12 - 3 PM
Official Snow Sculpture Judging Confederation Park, 12 noon. Winner announced at 2 PM on Market Street Stage
Free Live Music! 5 PM - 9 PMEnjoy some of Kingston’s best bands during your skate as they perform live on the Market Street Stage!
Kingston Frontenacs Game 7:00 PMHead over to the Rogers K-Rock Centre to see the Fronts take on the Belleville Bulls!
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 7
Hockey Day in Kingston 10 AM - 2PMWatch some of Kingston’s most talented up-and-comers on the ice at Springer Market Square!
Maple Candy in Confederation Park, 12 - 3 PM
Meet NHL Hockey Legend Guy Carbonneau! Springer Market Square, 12 PM - 1 PM AND 2 PM - 3 PM
Scrimmage and Skate with the Vees Springer Market Square, Scrimmage 2 PM - 2:30 PM, Skate 2:30 PM - 3PM
Free Live Music! 5 PM - 9 PM
Annual Historic Hockey Series 7 PMWitness the 47th Annual Historic Hockey Series at Springer Market Square
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 8
Polar Plunge! Crawford Dock, 11:00 AM in support of Special Olympics
Imagination on Ice Skating Show with Patrick Chan!Springer Market Square, 1 PM-2 PM. Starring Patrick Chan, Olympic medalist, World and Canadian Champion
Skate with your favourite Fronts! Springer Market Square, 3 PM-3:30 PM
EVERYDAY DURING FEB FEST
Snow Maze & Snow Slide Confederation Winter Park
Toast to Tapas Local food/drink pairings offered at Downtown restaurants for the special price of $9.95! www.downtownkingston.ca
Also, don’t miss: BEAVERTAILS, WAGON RIDES, PUBLIC SKATING AND MORE!
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