Week four and still learning
Easter is just over but not many wanted to dress up. It used to be a treat to go to church Easter Sunday and see
Easter is just over but not many wanted to dress up. It used to be a treat to go to church Easter Sunday and see
Remember in high school and college how much you could cram in that last few weeks before the exam? It’s only about three weeks ago
When we were told to self-isolate, the schools and colleges closed down, and many business closed, a lot of folks lost their jobs indefinitely. Panic
A lot of people have been watching television and were very aware of the movement of the coronavirus from its first detection in China. We
News releases during the first few months of 2020 about some countries closing their borders, cities on lockdown, cruise ships being kept from docking, large
My grandfather had a saying, An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. When I first learned to drive, my dad told me,
Our county and the entire Ottawa Valley was settled by forestry workers and farmers. Soon schools, churches and all the support industries like feed mills,
Sometimes I wonder, “What box of Cracker Jacks did he get his degree in?” When we were in school we learned to read and write
A course as important as any I took in college was just listening to old farmers chat. Long before the days of the internet and
Sometimes we just have to take a few minutes to think about what is really important in life. February 8 was Food Freedom Day. There
Easter is just over but not many wanted to dress up. It used to be a treat to go to church Easter Sunday and see the ladies all dressed up to celebrate the start of another season. As most of
Remember in high school and college how much you could cram in that last few weeks before the exam? It’s only about three weeks ago on March 14 that we really got the message that COVID-19 was all over the
When we were told to self-isolate, the schools and colleges closed down, and many business closed, a lot of folks lost their jobs indefinitely. Panic buying began immediately. Soon the store shelves were bare of toilet paper, tissue paper, paper
A lot of people have been watching television and were very aware of the movement of the coronavirus from its first detection in China. We thought “that is away over there in China, it won’t get over here.” By March
News releases during the first few months of 2020 about some countries closing their borders, cities on lockdown, cruise ships being kept from docking, large gatherings like hockey games and other sporting events postponed indefinitely, churches closing their doors until
My grandfather had a saying, An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. When I first learned to drive, my dad told me, “Drive like your brakes don’t work. Someday when they don’t work or the road is
Our county and the entire Ottawa Valley was settled by forestry workers and farmers. Soon schools, churches and all the support industries like feed mills, general stores, blacksmith shops, barber shops, bars, roads and even train tracks with . .
Sometimes I wonder, “What box of Cracker Jacks did he get his degree in?” When we were in school we learned to read and write and were made to understand that more education was better. We also learned that the
A course as important as any I took in college was just listening to old farmers chat. Long before the days of the internet and TV when it seemed like all that was on that old box radio, with the
Sometimes we just have to take a few minutes to think about what is really important in life. February 8 was Food Freedom Day. There was very little celebrating or even an announcement on the box. For the few of
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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