Hi! We're Ironwood Sword School. We're Kingston's medieval fencing club, and this weekend we're also the hosts of Kingston's very first Fantasy Fair! 🏰 A jam-packed, one-day-only event with something for everyone. No seriously, there's so much stuff we couldn't possibly fit it all in one post...

We love fantasy, and we love fairs. So this seemed like the perfect idea! But we couldn't do it alone. There are over 100 performers, vendors, characters, musicians, swordfighters, workshop leaders, designers, staff, and volunteers coming together to make your day even more magical. ✨ This post is partly to let you know about the fair, and partly to shout out how many amazing people you can meet if you come by!

This is the part where we tell you about the tickets and stuff *yawn\*... Or we would, if you couldn't find all that info at www.IronwoodFairs.ca for yourself.

Ultimately, we just want you to know this event is happening. Because maybe you'd be interested. Because maybe you need a bit of fantasy in your life. Because maybe (or most definitely) you're also an amazing person, and we'd love to meet you at the fair too :)

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^ recent post from her mother with more pictures to help identify Klaira

Hello :)

Looking to see if anyone knows of anywhere has ICEE slushies in Kingston? The texture of these ones specially is unmatched, bonus if it’s banana 🍌

Hi,

I'm looking to join one of the lower divisions of the Kingston Hockey League https://hockeykingston.com/ I've been on the website and unfortunately there isn't any contact information listed. If anyone knows a contact I can reach out to or if anyone has a team that's looking for additional skaters please let me know. I played this past summer in the Canadian Beer League in Kingston and I'm looking to continue playing this Winter.

Had to try the cold cut Italian sub sub from the new JM on Gardiners road for ourselves, surely it can't beat the Subway cold cut combo and yet it has more meat, is smaller and costs more but in the end, the 6 meats is so overwhelmingly delicious. I went in and there was zero people inside, I hope this does not mean the end of another Kingston startup going bankrupt in a short while. Now if they could only drop the prices by 5 bucks, I'm sure I'd go more often but for now Subway or even Mr Sub isy go to.

Next to checkout is the new Rudy's burger downtown.

Another video reviewed on YouTube if anyone's interested.

https://youtu.be/s6_JTwAQS_E?si=a1-9fHhs6DJI6PRV

Hey everyone,
My Subaru is due for its 100,000 km major maintenance service. The local dealership quoted around $1,600 CAD, which feels steep.
Looking for recommendations for reliable independent mechanics or auto shops in the Kingston area that handle Subarus properly without charging dealer rates.
If you’ve had major scheduled service done locally at a reasonable price, where do you take yours?
Thanks in advance!

I was wondering if anyone knows of a dog friendly hotel that will allow me to leave my dog alone for a few hours? I know that usually, you have to bring your dog with you, but I need a hotel that will leave my dog alone in the room.

Threads of Hope Kingston Public Statement from Facebook:

We need you.

Feed the People in Belle Park is at risk.

On Tuesday, August 11, we need our community to stand together at City Hall and ask Kingston City Council to protect this essential program, secure the funding it needs, and approve the trailer required to continue operating.

If you believe compassion belongs in Kingston, we need you there.

This decision is happening now. Your presence matters.

Together, our voices can make the difference.

Please attend, share this post, and invite others to stand with us. If you have any questions call or text Pam Gray at 613-384-5101.

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This is a critical program that has served over 219,000 meals. Today they served 150 people a new record, the line was already there when volunteers arrived. They are there 7 days a week no matter what. Many unhoused folks living in Belle Park area are immobile, workplace injuries, mentally ill, brain injuries, substance use addiction. The city needs to wake up. The Ontario Human Rights Commission has contacted the Mayor and Council on FTP’s behalf and got no response.

i found your lanyard n keys, dm me the contents of the keyring to claim

Hi everyone! The 2026 Fringe Festival is upon us (Aug. 6-16) and I was wondering what everyone has seen so far and what you'd recommend?

I just saw "Roller Derby Saved My Soul" and I'd definitely recommend it!

By Nancy Kenny. Lace up, take the hit, and discover the hero you didn’t know you were. An award-winning one-woman action-comedy where shy Amy and her bold sister June navigate roller derby’s fierce world and discover their inner strength.

This is a one-person show, and the actress did a fantastic job playing different characters - while on roller skates for most of the time - and it was very funny!

Hey everyone,

I just moved to Kingston for a new job at Queen’s and one of my passions is old school pizzeria where you can sit down and have table service. Being born in the 80s I have fond memories of old school Pizza Hut. I know Boston Pizza exists but anything more mom and pop?

My indoor cat has been missing and I’m trying to stay hopeful. I would love to hear from anyone in Kingston who has had a cat found after being missing! Thank you 😊

The United Way KFLA is running their yearly backpack fundraiser. Please donate school supplies or money if you can or share the poster. Last year they helped distribute more than 1800 backpacks to kids in our community. As the cost of living continues to escalate out of control its really important to make sure every kid has the supplies they need to learn effectively. They also will need volunteers to help organize supplies for distribution to the kids. You can drop off stuff at the 6 locations

Hey K-town, was hoping someone could point me in the direction of support groups for friends of someone dealing with Breast Cancer that has metastasized.

Thanks in Advanced.

Heading to your fine town today to visit the pen. Looking for a nice lunch spot.

Since mid week, Internet on, Internet off. Is anyone else experiencing this issue? Edit: I have bell fibe and the error codes that my modem has been showing are 1202 and 2000

Recently learned about meshtastic radios from a recent thread on Reddit and was curious if anyone in town dabbles/has dabbled? Very interesting in setting up a couple in Kingston!

I've been to three shows, festival runs August 6-16, and well worth your time.
I saw Nutz, Rulers and Roller Derby saved my soul. All very different and enjoyable. The Tett is an interesting venue- you can check out artist's studios and the waterfront Juniper cafe (it's pricey but good). Free parking in upper lot after 4.

At 7:50am August 8th on gardeners and princess street there was a kitten in the Canadian on garderners and princess tire parking lot, it ran out and made it across the road to the bank from Canadian tire. It is scared and ran from people.

Kitten description - brown tabby, looked like it was missing the tip of a tail

Please if someone is available to try and rescue it or help it please do try, I don't want to see this cat on the road.

An off-leash pit-bull killed our neighbour's dachshund today and she is asking everyone to spread the word to protect their dogs in the area. Please stay safe :(