It’s fall fair time
August 15, 2017
From small valley towns to Canada’s largest city Toronto, the fair is still the best event of the year even in a year when floods
From small valley towns to Canada’s largest city Toronto, the fair is still the best event of the year even in a year when floods
Animals with weapons are an unknown side of farming that farmers learned to deal with but most consumers didn’t have to. For decades, cattle were
Farmers don’t think much about what words describe their occupation. A couple of years ago a friend said that his dad, who was a western
How we do agriculture in Canada has intrigued governments, agricultural universities and farmers from all corners of the world. When Mikhail Gorbachev was head of
Eastern Canada got chastised this spring with a wet spring. The Ottawa Valley was hit very hard with a bulging Ottawa River. This flooded all
What was the most famous farm truck? This is a toss-up between the Beverly Hillbillies’ Model T that Jethro drove granny to Beverly Hills in
We have been told from an early age: “eat your vegetables.” But as a kid I liked a hamburger all dressed and cherry pie much
From small valley towns to Canada’s largest city Toronto, the fair is still the best event of the year even in a year when floods destroyed thousands of homes and cottages, delayed spring planting and never-ending rain prevented farmers from
Animals with weapons are an unknown side of farming that farmers learned to deal with but most consumers didn’t have to. For decades, cattle were proudly shown and displayed at exhibitions, not only showing off their superior beauty and productivity
Farmers don’t think much about what words describe their occupation. A couple of years ago a friend said that his dad, who was a western farmer, once asked him this question. The first response to the question is usually that
How we do agriculture in Canada has intrigued governments, agricultural universities and farmers from all corners of the world. When Mikhail Gorbachev was head of agriculture in Russia, he spent 10 days in Canada in 1984 with Eugene Whelan (then
Eastern Canada got chastised this spring with a wet spring. The Ottawa Valley was hit very hard with a bulging Ottawa River. This flooded all cottages and homes that were built near a flood zone. This flood zone even expanded
What was the most famous farm truck? This is a toss-up between the Beverly Hillbillies’ Model T that Jethro drove granny to Beverly Hills in as she sat in her rocking chair in the back, and the Model A that
We have been told from an early age: “eat your vegetables.” But as a kid I liked a hamburger all dressed and cherry pie much better than peas and green beans. We all know the phrase “you are what you
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
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.
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