Walking a new way
My Christmas cactus has been looking sickly for months. Actually up until just a few days ago, I thought, it’s dying. Leaves fell off on
My Christmas cactus has been looking sickly for months. Actually up until just a few days ago, I thought, it’s dying. Leaves fell off on
Recently, a number of us gathered at the church for our annual get-together. We play games, eat lots of unhealthy snacks and ring in the
I was 11 when my parents decided to reconcile. We headed out as a family to the Maritimes where most of us were born. We
Looking out my window at a large puddle across the street, I watched as a flock of small birds began to congregate. It was fun
I heard the story about a young woman who, when she was cooking a roast of beef, always cut off one end and put it
I brought my pup to the park this fall. He played fetch and then sat on his haunches mouthing his favourite ball for the longest
I have two pear trees. One produces lovely fruit. The other I can only describe as ugly. This year, for the first time, the pears
My pup likes to help me eat my meals. He wasn’t always that way. It’s my fault. I taught him and now it’s a habit
Long ago, I heard an expression that went like this… ‘Why pray when you can worry?’ It hit home, because it is true. Worry doesn’t
Last year I chopped my five grape vines down almost completely. A wooden stump was left and I thought, “I hope I didn’t kill them!”
My Christmas cactus has been looking sickly for months. Actually up until just a few days ago, I thought, it’s dying. Leaves fell off on the floor until there was hardly anything left. I tried a lot of things through
Recently, a number of us gathered at the church for our annual get-together. We play games, eat lots of unhealthy snacks and ring in the New Year together. I decided to play Scrabble and a friend and her husband joined
I was 11 when my parents decided to reconcile. We headed out as a family to the Maritimes where most of us were born. We visited my grandmother and the next day decided to head over to my uncle’s farm.
Looking out my window at a large puddle across the street, I watched as a flock of small birds began to congregate. It was fun to watch as their fluttering wings made the water bubble. More and more birds joined
I heard the story about a young woman who, when she was cooking a roast of beef, always cut off one end and put it in the oven. One day her husband asked her why she was doing that and
I brought my pup to the park this fall. He played fetch and then sat on his haunches mouthing his favourite ball for the longest time. His tail moved back and forth contentedly. I thought, ‘Now that is happiness!’ Happiness
I have two pear trees. One produces lovely fruit. The other I can only describe as ugly. This year, for the first time, the pears looked … still ugly, but larger. I took one, cut it open and tasted it.
My pup likes to help me eat my meals. He wasn’t always that way. It’s my fault. I taught him and now it’s a habit that I struggle to break him of. The other day, I sat in my rocker
Long ago, I heard an expression that went like this… ‘Why pray when you can worry?’ It hit home, because it is true. Worry doesn’t solve anything. Worry is different than concern. Concern is normal, healthy caring. Worry, is rolling
Last year I chopped my five grape vines down almost completely. A wooden stump was left and I thought, “I hope I didn’t kill them!” This spring small buds began, and vines began shooting out in many different directions. I
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!

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.
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!
Joel Plaskett, an East Coast icon, takes the stage at Gavan’s in Qyuon.
Gavan’s is the place to be on November 18th for an intimate and unforgettable night with Joel Plaskett — a songwriter, storyteller, and performer who always leaves the crowd wanting more. Opener is Mars Aspen, an emerging singer-songwriter from Ottawa.
Tuesday, November 18
Gavan’s 1157 Rue de Clarendon, Quyon, QC.
Doors at 8:00PM | Show at 9:00PM
Tickets $45 Available now at Gavanshotel.com
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!
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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