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Sh [a LS 4LEW i QAC recognizes five outstanding supporters of the arts The Quinte Arts Council is cele- brating 52 years of fostering and promoting the arts, and Thursday they hosted their 25th annual Luncheon for the Arts and 2019. Quinte Arts Recognition Awards at Dinkel’s restaurant in downtown Belleville. The Luncheon for the Arts rec- ognizes those who have made a difference in the region. Art and culture play an important role in defining who we are as a commu- nity, and contribute to a healthy local economy and lifestyle for those who live and work in the area. This year five local leaders were recognized for their accom- plishments and their support of the arts across the Quinte region. “Without exception, these in- dividuals are making Quinte a destination for those craving a vibrant arts and culture scene,” stated executive director Janet Jarrell. This year’s artawards recipients included: Catherine Taylor, artis- tic director at the Quinte Ballet School of Canada Mominated by Christina Taylor); Dave Bush, or- ganizer of Front Porch Shenanin- gans in Stirling Mominated bySam Brady); Holly Dewar, committee chairperson for Belleville DocFest (ominated by Frank Gielen); An- drea Kerr, artsed tion coordina- tor for the Hastings Prince Edward District School Board Mominated by Liane Woodley); and Belleville