Dumoine River "Art for Wilderness" Exhibition at Cafe 349
Come and take in the inspiring artwork from the Dumoine River Art for Wilderness (DRAW) program in support of CPAWS-OV.
- When: April 6 to May 29th
- Where: Café 349 in Shawville
You are also invited to the opening vernissage with the artists from DRAW on April 11th from 5:30pm to 7:30pm.
4th Annual Maurice Beauregard 3-pitch tournament
Where: Maurice Beauregard Park, 2 rue Second Campbell’s Bay
When: All weekend
All are welcome to come and enjoy a great weekend filled with ball, music and food!
The money raised during the tournament will go towards the Annual Maurice Beauregard Community and Leadership Award, for 3 Pontiac high school graduates, and the additional proceeds will be donated to the Maurice Beauregard Park.
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Live at the Little Red Wagon: Colin Fowlie
Hailing from New Brunswick, Colin Fowlie will be performing at Little Red Wagon Winery Saturday, May 23 at 7:30 pm. Colin, alt country troubadour is a LRW favourite and brings mesmerizing storytelling, voice &guitar. The unique character of Fowlie’s songs fuse elements of folk, rock, blues and Americana/Canadiana into a special blend of universally themed storytelling that, along with his down-to-earth personality, create magic that audiences adore. Tickets are $25. To reserve your spot and book dinner at 6pm go to littleredwagonwinery.com/events-tickets
Live music at the Little Red Wagon Winery
The venue is hosting several big names in the folk, blues and country music scenes from now through the end of August including Lynne Hanson, The Arrogant Worms, and Fred Eaglesmith. Dinner reservations are possible beforehand. Visit www.littleredwagonwinery.com/events-tickets for details.
Canadian Party of Quebec Community Meet and Greet
Outaouais Community Meet and Greet, Shawville, QC
May 24, 2026 from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Join us on Sunday, May 24, 2026, from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM for a community meet and greet in Shawville, QC.
As other provincial parties continue to move toward nationalism or separatism, the Canadian Party of Quebec remains unapologetically federalist and firmly supportive of the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms.
Join us for an opportunity to learn more about the Canadian Party of Quebec, discuss the future of Quebec within Canada, and meet members of the CaPQ leadership and local candidates.
The event will feature:
• Joseph Cianflone, Leader of the Canadian Party of Quebec
• Charles Roburn, President
• Will Twolan, Pontiac Candidate
• Danilo Velasquez, Hull Candidate
Hursty’s Bar & Grill, 368 Rue Main, Shawville, QC J0X 2Y0
We look forward to seeing you there!
Live music at the Little Red Wagon Winery
The venue is hosting several big names in the folk, blues and country music scenes from now through the end of August including Lynne Hanson, The Arrogant Worms, and Fred Eaglesmith. Dinner reservations are possible beforehand. Visit www.littleredwagonwinery.com/events-tickets for details.
The ESSC Art Exhibition
The Sieur-de-Coulonge High School art exhibition, originally scheduled for late April, has had to be postponed due to spring flooding.
New date: May 26, 2026
Time: 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Location: Sieur-de-Coulonge High School
This event will mark the opening reception and the only time the exhibition will be open to the public.
This exhibition is a wonderful opportunity to showcase our students’ talent and creativity, while contributing to the cultural vitality of our community. The presence of families and community members is invaluable and serves as a significant source of motivation for our young artists.
Brauwerk Hoffman Quiz Nights
Put your thinking caps on and grab a pint! Brauwerk Hoffman is hosting a thrilling Trivia Night series this May on the 14th, 21st, and 28th. Whether you’re a solo scholar or a squad of seven, come compete for nightly prizes and the ultimate bragging rights—a grand prize awarded to the team with the highest cumulative points across all three sessions. Doors open at 4:00 PM to get the drinks flowing, with the first question dropping at 6:00 PM sharp. Entry is just $5 per person per night. Space fills up fast, so gather your crew and call (613) 732-0388 for reservations and more information!
Conference on fatherhood
A one-hour, bilingual conference where psychotherapist Ali-John Chaudry explores an often-overlooked aspect of family life: the validation of fatherhood. He invites people to rethink what it means to be a father beyond the biological bond. Fathers and father figures alike will find recognition of their experiences, their challenges, and practical ways to strengthen their connection with the child. To register, call 819-648-2309 ext. 107 or email klaroche@autonhommepontiac.ca.
MRC Pontiac Tree and Forests Festival
Where: 602 rte. 301 N., Campbell’s Bay
Free tree distribution and BBQ on site. Trees will also be available in the Alleyn-et-Cawood, Bristol, Chichester, Clarendon, Fort-Coulonge, and L’Isle-aux-Allumettes.
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