The Andrew Picton

04/01/2025

It must be maple season in the County, ‘cause these tickets are selling like hotcakes!

WHERE: The Andrew Picton, 31 King St.
WHEN: Saturday April 12, doors at 7 PM, show at 7:30 PM
TICKETS: by donation starting at $40 https://simpli.events/e/DOIsecretbeach

Don’t miss your chance to see local supergroup Secret Beach playing a sweet fundraising concert with our very own ABC Choir Secret Beach features deliciously talented musicians Justin Rutledge, Annelise Noronha, Jeremy Kelly, Benni Vander, Kevin Howley, and Jim Hardy. Founded in 2024 by JUNO Award-winning artist Justin Rutledge, Secret Beach plays a mix of tunes from yesteryear to today, from country classics to 90s favourites, as well as many undersung gems. The genesis of Secret Beach was a simple idea: to have a good time playing songs that they love, for the people they love in Prince Edward County

We thank The Andrew for their generous sponsorship of this fundraiser, and for our pals at Slake Brewing for coming out to banish our thirst!

04/01/2025

We are thrilled that the PEC Chamber Music Festival has returned for its fundraiser.
Fri. April 11th from 4-6 pm.
Tickets- pecmusicfestival.com

03/30/2025

A little taste of Megan Hutton's wonderful performance from last night's Launch Party. What a voice and talent. Starting Wednesday, April 16th, she is offering songwriting workshops at the Andrew. Check the comments for details.

03/30/2025

Wow! What a night! We are so grateful to our community that made the trek to our launch party despite the treacherous weather.

We are so touched by the generosity of the fabulous performers, kind sponsors & energetic volunteers & for Lynne Donovan for guiding us on this incredible journey!

03/29/2025

We have received numerous messages regarding tonight's event & if we are cancelling.

AT THE MOMENT, WE ARE PROCEEDING WITH THE LAUNCH PARTY. The roads in Picton are a little wet, but no ice. The sidewalks around The Andrew have no ice, and to be on the safe side, we have salted our sidewalks and entrances.

We may need to cancel if the weather worsens in the next few hours. If we do, we will announce this at 12 noon. If there is no announcement at 12 noon, please come celebrate with us.

A fun-filled event is the perfect remedy to a dreary day.

03/26/2025

Again, a big thank-you to Home Hardware who showed up again with one more layer of scaffolding making it possible for the stage lighting to be installed this week, just in time for The Launch Party.

03/23/2025

Sunday Gathering

03/22/2025

Next Saturday, March 29th, from 4 to 7 p.m., we will be hosting The Launch Party of The Andrew. Join us for a fun-filled time: 4 to 5 p.m. Family Hour with puppets from The Department of Illumination, 5 to 7 p.m. live music, storytelling, and lots of interactive fun! Delicious food from Carte and Karlo Estates fabulous wine.

We want to thank our wonderful sponsors:

Karlo Estates
Carte
Gordon's Downsizing & Estate Services Ltd.
Country Road Events
McDougall Insurance & Financial
Metro Ontario
BMO Financial Group

03/22/2025

Fun!!!

03/15/2025

We're thrilled that Larry Tayler will return for his annual talk during the Sunday Service on Sunday, April 6th, at 10:30 a.m. You don't want to miss this!

Larry Tayler retired in 2014 after a 46-year teaching and arts management career, the last 30 years of which were in Toronto. Born near Wellington, he is relishing retirement back in The County. For the last several years, he has given annual presentations to the Circle of Friends at The Andrew. His topics have included “Grace, Gravity and Getting Old” (2019), “Our Servant Job” (2022), “Jesus for the Embarrassed” (2023), and “Transforming Grief” (2024). He is an enthusiastic writer and photographer and is currently writing a novel about a gay minister who moves to Picton and finds love.

In his spare time, Larry cultivates interests in public speaking, railways, volunteer work, and doing the laundry. He shares life with his husband, the quilt maker Bill Stearman, plus three dogs and an irritable cat.

03/14/2025

David's Winter Hikes. Yesterday-Serenity at Outlook Beach.


Next hike:

⭐️Tuesday, March 25, 2025-1:00 p.m – 4:00 pm.
Meet at Vanderwater Conservation, 512 Vanderwater Road, Thomasburg.

Please RSVP David Jacob- [email protected] or text him (647) 444 – 1276

03/14/2025

Please join us for meaningful conversations at the next Death Café:
Thurs. March 20th; 1-3pm at 31 King Street.

At a Death Café, people gather around tea, coffee, cake, and cookies and discuss death. The aim is to increase awareness of death and to help people make the most of their (finite) life. For more information about the origin of Death Café, visit www.deathcafe.com

Suggested Donation: 5$

03/12/2025

Here's the story of The Andrew Picton in just under 800 words.

“Whatever the problem, the answer is community.” —Margaret Wheatley In times of profound uncertainty and geopolitical challenge, how do we protect what matters most? The answer is clear: we need community, creativity, and purpose to thrive. Without these, we risk despair. Since 2007, St. Andre...

03/08/2025

Kelly Cade's Yoga Classes are at Andrew. They are on Tuesday and Thursday mornings from 9 to 10 a.m. The next session begins on Tuesday, March 18th.

If you have any questions or if you want to register, email Kelly at [email protected]

03/06/2025

David’s Winter Hikes- 2 Hikes in March

Please RSVP David Jacob- [email protected] or text me (647) 444 – 1276.

⭐️Thursday, March 13th @ 1:00 pm
Meeting Point - Sandbanks Provincial Park (Outlet Beach parking lot)
This hike includes a small forest area. Then, we will take the Cedar Sands Nature Trail, which follows the Outlet River. This trail has a few staircases to climb, as well as 2 lookouts overlooking the river. We will then walk back to our cars along the Outlet Beach. We will stop for a break along the way, and you should bring water and a snack in a small daypack.

⭐️Tuesday, March 25, 2025-1:00 p.m – 4:00 pm.
Meet at Vanderwater Conservation, 512 Vanderwater Road, Thomasburg.

This hike is longer...likely 3 hours, but the scenery is excellent. There are 2 or 3 short medium size hills to climb for the forest part of the walk, followed by an extended walk along the Moira River. We will stop for a quick snack a couple times as there are roofed rest areas along the 8km route.

PLEASE NOTE that you will need to purchase a $5.00 parking pass from Quinte Conservation by calling them or using the phone App......please do not purchase the parking pass until the day prior in case of bad weather.

03/05/2025

For those who are looking for a bit more clarity on the history and evolution of The Andrew:

“Whatever the problem, the answer is community.” —Margaret Wheatley In times of profound uncertainty and geopolitical challenge, how do we protect what matters most? The answer is clear: we need community, creativity, and purpose to thrive. Without these, we risk despair. Since 2007, St. Andre...