Felt boots and fur-lined garters
January 2, 2019
Every year between Christmas and New Years, farmers gEt serious about winter. If they have not already received the first winter cold snap, it will
Every year between Christmas and New Years, farmers gEt serious about winter. If they have not already received the first winter cold snap, it will
Christmas time is always the happiest time of the year. As a kid, writing to Santa was always stressful because the letter had to be
When I attended my first regional milk meeting 50 years ago I complained about the cardboard milk container that had been in use for two
Have you ever been lost in the woods while hunting? Have you been a farmer going through a severe drought, like we had in 2012
While enjoying a 4-H banquet which was planned, organized, emceed and fully managed by 4-H members, the oldest of which was still a teenager; I
I recently had the opportunity to have supper at one of Montreal’s best restaurants. Being raised a true farmer, I ordered roast beef. I always
I have been a farmer all my working life. I graduated from one of Canada’s most respected agricultural colleges and grew up to accept all
When mad cow disease was discovered 16 years ago in England it was only a year later that an animal was found in western Canada
As we drive around our communities, we notice more and more empty barns where farmers kept animals for generations past. A few of these old
Only twice in my life have I had the privileged opportunity to listen to people who have allowed me to have a real “Reality check”
Every year between Christmas and New Years, farmers gEt serious about winter. If they have not already received the first winter cold snap, it will arrive between Christmas and New Years. It’s during the first winter cold snap when water
Christmas time is always the happiest time of the year. As a kid, writing to Santa was always stressful because the letter had to be in early so Santa could make, or find and deliver exactly what I asked for.
When I attended my first regional milk meeting 50 years ago I complained about the cardboard milk container that had been in use for two decades then. I told the president of the Quebec milk board, “If I had to
Have you ever been lost in the woods while hunting? Have you been a farmer going through a severe drought, like we had in 2012 or 1964, financially distressed enough to walk down the road kicking stones and wondering if
While enjoying a 4-H banquet which was planned, organized, emceed and fully managed by 4-H members, the oldest of which was still a teenager; I reminisced and was amazed how these kids who started attending at age six could develop
I recently had the opportunity to have supper at one of Montreal’s best restaurants. Being raised a true farmer, I ordered roast beef. I always had a theory that good beef could be cut with a fork. Not only could
I have been a farmer all my working life. I graduated from one of Canada’s most respected agricultural colleges and grew up to accept all technical information printed or disclosed by top scientists and agricultural colleges in the world. As
When mad cow disease was discovered 16 years ago in England it was only a year later that an animal was found in western Canada with the same disease. You, the Canadian consumer, never stopped buying and eating Canadian beef.
As we drive around our communities, we notice more and more empty barns where farmers kept animals for generations past. A few of these old barns have been repurposed as machine sheds or even cleaned up and adapted as places
Only twice in my life have I had the privileged opportunity to listen to people who have allowed me to have a real “Reality check” on what is important in life and what a farm really is. We had just
We’re thrilled to invite you to join our team as we celebrate SADC Pontiac’s 40 years of local economic development with you in your community. This special presence is part of our exciting year-long tour across all 19 municipalities in our territory.
Come and discover the variety of services we offer, chat about business strategies and opportunities, and connect with our fantastic team. Whether you’re a local business owner, an aspiring entrepreneur, or just curious about what we do, this day is open to all!
Let’s celebrate together and look forward to many more years of growth and community success. Feel free to bring your friends and family, we look forward to seeing you there!
Nous sommes ravis de vous inviter à vous joindre à notre équipe pour célébrer les 40 ans de développement économique local de la SADC Pontiac, directement dans votre communauté. Cet présence spéciale fait partie de notre tournée à travers toutes les 19 municipalités de notre territoire.
Venez découvrir les services que nous offrons, discuter des stratégies et opportunités d’affaires, et rencontrer notre équipe fantastique. Que vous soyez un propriétaire d’entreprise local, un entrepreneur en herbe, ou simplement curieux de savoir ce que nous faisons, cet événement est ouvert à tous !
Célébrons ensemble et envisageons de nombreuses autres années de croissance et de succès communautaire. N’hésitez pas à venir accompagné(e) de vos amis et de votre famille — au plaisir de vous y voir!
Every Friday – Hooley in the Hall. Live music 7 – 9:30 p.m. Anglican Church Hall, 530 Main, Shawville. Free. Dance if you’d like
Get your tickets!
Remembrance Day Spaghetti and meat ball Dinner & Dance – music by Danny Sylvester
Join us as we come together to honour those who have served and continue to serve for our freedom.
Friday, November 8th, 2025
TCRA, Ladysmith
Dinner & Dance: 6 PM – 12 AM (Doors open at 5 PM)
Music by Danny Sylvester
Cash bar
Tickets $20 – sold in advance
$10 after 7:30 for the dance
Enjoy a delicious spaghetti and meat ball dinner served with Caeser salad and garlic bread, followed by music, and dancing as we gather in remembrance and gratitude.
A portion of the proceeds will be donated to our local Legion.
We would love to display photos of your loved ones who have served — please send them in or bring them with you to the event.
Hosted by the Ladysmith Recreation Committee.
Let’s share a meal, some memories, and our appreciation together.
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Dîner et danse des spaghettis et des boulettes de viande du jour du Souvenir
Rejoignez-nous alors que nous nous réunissons pour honorer ceux qui ont servi et continuent de servir pour notre liberté.
Samedi le 8 Novembre
TCRA, Ladysmith
Dîner et danse : 18 h – 12 h (les portes ouvrent à 17 h)
Musique de Danny Sylvester
Barre de caisse
Billets 20 $ – vendus à l’avance
Billets 10 $ après 7h30 pour la danse
Profitez d’un délicieux dîner de spaghettis et de boulettes de viande servi avec du pain à l’ail, de la musique et de la danse alors que nous nous rassemblons en souvenir et en gratitude.
Une partie des recettes sera reversée à notre Légion locale.
Nous aimerions afficher des photos de vos proches qui ont servi – veuillez les envoyer ou les apporter avec vous à l’événement.
Hébergé par l’association Recreative Ladysmith
Partageons un repas, quelques souvenirs et notre appréciation ensemble.
The Pontiac Historical Society will hold its Annual General Meeting at the Pontiac Archives, 358 Main Street, Shawville, Quebec, on Wednesday, 12 November 2025, at 7:00 p.m. All are welcome. Phone 819-647-3538 for information.
We’re thrilled to invite you to join our team as we celebrate SADC Pontiac’s 40 years of local economic development with you in your community. This special presence is part of our exciting year-long tour across all 19 municipalities in our territory.
Come and discover the variety of services we offer, chat about business strategies and opportunities, and connect with our fantastic team. Whether you’re a local business owner, an aspiring entrepreneur, or just curious about what we do, this day is open to all!
Let’s celebrate together and look forward to many more years of growth and community success. Feel free to bring your friends and family, we look forward to seeing you there!
Nous sommes ravis de vous inviter à vous joindre à notre équipe pour célébrer les 40 ans de développement économique local de la SADC Pontiac, directement dans votre communauté. Cet présence spéciale fait partie de notre tournée à travers toutes les 19 municipalités de notre territoire.
Venez découvrir les services que nous offrons, discuter des stratégies et opportunités d’affaires, et rencontrer notre équipe fantastique. Que vous soyez un propriétaire d’entreprise local, un entrepreneur en herbe, ou simplement curieux de savoir ce que nous faisons, cet événement est ouvert à tous !
Célébrons ensemble et envisageons de nombreuses autres années de croissance et de succès communautaire. N’hésitez pas à venir accompagné(e) de vos amis et de votre famille — au plaisir de vous y voir!
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