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Upcoming Events

April 2026

49th Shawville Community Bonspiel
April 9, 2026 - April 12, 2026
12:00 am
Chutes Coulonge AGM/AGA
April 9, 2026
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Kids String Art Workshop - Shawville
April 11, 2026
10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Live at Gavan’s - The Abrams
April 11, 2026
8:00 pm - 11:45 pm
Pontiac Pride’s “Spring Fling” - Shawville
April 18, 2026
8:00 pm - 11:45 pm
Souper de Cipaille/Sea Pie Supper - Fort-Coulonge
April 24, 2026
5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Fourth annual BGCFD poker run
April 25, 2026
11:00 am - 4:00 pm
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Oktoberfest Ladysmith
October 4, 2024 - October 6, 2024    
All Day
04 Oct
October 4, 2024    
5:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Friday, October 4, 2024 - Oktoberfest at Brauwerk Hoffman, Campbell’s Bay. Live music with Danny Sylvester and Friends. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Music starts at 7:30. Tickets $28. Call 613-732-0388 for reservations
06 Oct
October 6, 2024    
2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
The "Irishness" of our Ottawa Valley English "Twang," On Sunday, October 6, at 2 p.m., the Bromley Historical Society is pleased to welcome journalist, podcaster and raconteur Barry Conway. His topic will be "How the feckin' Ottawa Valley Irish Speak English". One of Renfrew County’s native sons, he will share his first-hand command of the [...]
Wakefield Writers Festival des Écrivains
October 16, 2024 - October 21, 2024    
7:00 pm - 9:30 pm
More than a dozen award-winning anglophone and francophone authors, musicians and artists will take the stage at the 10th annual Wakefield Writers Festival des Écrivains from October 16 to 20. For more information on lineup, program, author bios and tickets please go to www.writersfete.com.
Parenting Workshop #1 - Emotional Regulation
October 23, 2024    
6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Join us for the first in our series of parenting workshops! This workshop on Emotional Regulation is designed to empower and resource parents so that they have the tools to support emotional regulation strategies at home. Parents will be invited to share their concerns so that strategies can be tailored to their family's needs. We [...]
Radon Awareness Public Forum
November 2, 2024    
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
MRC-CISSSO-CoP are collaborating to provide important information about Radon: what it is; how to test for it; how to manage it and, grants available to help homeowners pay for mitigation work. Admission is Free. There will be Door Prizes.
Pontiac Sr Comets vs. Glengary Pipers
November 2, 2024    
7:30 pm - 10:00 pm
Events on October 4, 2024
Oktoberfest Ladysmith
4 Oct 24
Thorne
Events on October 5, 2024
Oktoberfest Ladysmith
4 Oct 24
Thorne
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Chutes Coulonge Festival of Lights

Chutes Coulonge Festival of Lights

December 13, 2024 - December 14, 2024
5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Opening Weekend: Chutes Coulonge Festival of Lights
Kick off the holiday season with the magical Opening weekend of the Chutes Coulonge Festival of Lights! Experience a winter wonderland as you stroll through our illuminated forest trails, surrounded by the glow of festive lights that guide you through a cozy, snowy landscape.
Enchanted Forest Trail: Follow the beautifully lit paths through the forest, each twist and turn revealing more holiday charm and a peaceful, magical ambiance.
Warm Treats: Enjoy hot chocolate and delicious food from Café Downtown, perfect for keeping cozy as you explore.
New Attraction – A Lumberjack’s Tale: Discover our newest feature, a heartwarming experience that brings to life the story of a lumberjack making his way home for Christmas. Follow his journey through immersive displays that capture the spirit of tradition and family during the holidays.
Bring family and friends to share in the joy and warmth of the season, and be among the first to experience this unforgettable holiday event at Chutes Coulonge Park!
Bundle up, bring your holiday spirit, and prepare for an evening of lights, warmth, and festive cheer!
Get your tickets online at www.chutescoulonge.ca or on site!
14 Dec

Journée de Noël pour les enfants/ Christmas Kids Day

December 14, 2024
11:00 am - 3:00 pm

Venez à la Marche de chapeau le samedi 14 Decembre de 11h à 15h pour une journée remplie d’activités pour les enfants.
Les activités comprennent : Lettres au Père Noël, décoration de bonshommes en pain d’épices, chant au spectacle de talents, photo de Noël et shopping.
Des hot-dogs avec des chips, un canne de bonbon et du chocolat chaud seront servis.

Come to the Chapeau Market on Saturday, December 14 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. for a day full of activities for kids.
Activities include: Letters to Santa, gingerbread man decorating, singing at the talent show, Christmas photo and shopping.
Hot dogs with chips, a candy cane and hot chocolate will be served.

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Events Calendar

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Oktoberfest Ladysmith
October 4, 2024 - October 6, 2024    
All Day
04 Oct
October 4, 2024    
5:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Friday, October 4, 2024 - Oktoberfest at Brauwerk Hoffman, Campbell’s Bay. Live music with Danny Sylvester and Friends. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Music starts at 7:30. Tickets $28. Call 613-732-0388 for reservations
06 Oct
October 6, 2024    
2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
The "Irishness" of our Ottawa Valley English "Twang," On Sunday, October 6, at 2 p.m., the Bromley Historical Society is pleased to welcome journalist, podcaster and raconteur Barry Conway. His topic will be "How the feckin' Ottawa Valley Irish Speak English". One of Renfrew County’s native sons, he will share his first-hand command of the [...]
Wakefield Writers Festival des Écrivains
October 16, 2024 - October 21, 2024    
7:00 pm - 9:30 pm
More than a dozen award-winning anglophone and francophone authors, musicians and artists will take the stage at the 10th annual Wakefield Writers Festival des Écrivains from October 16 to 20. For more information on lineup, program, author bios and tickets please go to www.writersfete.com.
Parenting Workshop #1 - Emotional Regulation
October 23, 2024    
6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Join us for the first in our series of parenting workshops! This workshop on Emotional Regulation is designed to empower and resource parents so that they have the tools to support emotional regulation strategies at home. Parents will be invited to share their concerns so that strategies can be tailored to their family's needs. We [...]
Radon Awareness Public Forum
November 2, 2024    
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
MRC-CISSSO-CoP are collaborating to provide important information about Radon: what it is; how to test for it; how to manage it and, grants available to help homeowners pay for mitigation work. Admission is Free. There will be Door Prizes.
Pontiac Sr Comets vs. Glengary Pipers
November 2, 2024    
7:30 pm - 10:00 pm
Events on October 4, 2024
Oktoberfest Ladysmith
4 Oct 24
Thorne
Events on October 5, 2024
Oktoberfest Ladysmith
4 Oct 24
Thorne
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