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Events - 14 Dec 24

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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Events Calendar

Click on any of the individual events for details. For days with multiple listings, click the date for a complete list of events. 

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Canada Day
July 1, 2025    
All Day
Happy Canada Day! The Pontiac Printshop, Cygraphics, The Equity and Calumet Media will be closed for the day, opening again on Wednesday, July 2nd at 10 a.m.
Gardening Workshops
July 5, 2025 - July 19, 2025    
11:00 am - 12:00 pm
We at the Parents' Voice Shawville Area are excited to offer these two workshops! July 5 & July 19 from 11:00-12:00. Have partnered with Pure Conscience to offer two 1 hour planting workshops for parents and children. The workshop will include the following activities: How to read seed labels Knowing what and when to plant [...]
Park Party
July 12, 2025    
10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Join us for PARK PARTY, a community favourite! Enjoy beautiful Mill Dam Park and splash pad, as well as: bouncy castles cash BBQ airbrush tattoos Echo the Clown balloon animals Magic Show (11:30 am) Meet the Keepers animal show (1:00 pm) ...and more! Admission by donation. See you there!! Thank you to our sponsors, the [...]
13 Jul
July 13, 2025    
2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
The Bromley Historical Society welcomes Dónall Ó Dubhghaill to speak on “Gaelic Roots: The Irish Language in the Ottawa Valley" on Sunday, July 13, 2pm, at the Old Town Hall, 498 Micksburg Road, Osceola. Renowned for its strong Irish heritage, many of the early Irish settlers of the Ottawa Valley spoke Irish.  A Celtic Studies scholar [...]
13 Jul
July 13, 2025    
2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
The Bromley Historical Society welcomes Dónall Ó Dubhghaill to speak on “Gaelic Roots: The Irish Language in the Ottawa Valley" on Sunday, July 13, 2pm, at the Old Town Hall, 498 Micksburg Road, Osceola. Renowned for its strong Irish heritage, many of the early Irish settlers of the Ottawa Valley spoke Irish.  A Celtic Studies scholar [...]
12th Annual Shawville Lions Country Jamboree
July 17, 2025 - July 20, 2025    
6:00 pm
A Weekend of Amazing Country Music and Fun!
26 Jul
July 26, 2025    
9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Join Us for a Thriving Fundraiser! We're excited to announce our Car Wash and Bake Sale Fundraiser to support our amazing youth program! When: Saturday, July 26th Time: 9 AM - 1 PM Where: Church Parking Lot - 209 rue Centre All funds raised will go towards our end-of-summer event and an upcoming youth retreat. [...]
02 Aug
August 2, 2025    
All Day
PPHS REUNION: August 2, 2025 REGISTRATION IS ON AND ACTIVE! $60 per person (cocktails, dinner) Come connect with your classmates. Space limited, so registration & payment a must. E-transfer: pphsreunioncommittee@gmail.com Cheque: Kathy Wickens (call 613-600-1455) 331 Somerville Drive, Perth, ON K7H 3C6
Events on July 1, 2025
Canada Day
1 Jul 25
Events on July 5, 2025
Gardening Workshops
5 Jul 25
Bristol
Events on July 6, 2025
Gardening Workshops
5 Jul 25
Bristol
Events on July 7, 2025
Gardening Workshops
5 Jul 25
Bristol
Events on July 8, 2025
Gardening Workshops
5 Jul 25
Bristol
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Gardening Workshops
5 Jul 25
Bristol
Events on July 10, 2025
Gardening Workshops
5 Jul 25
Bristol
Events on July 11, 2025
Gardening Workshops
5 Jul 25
Bristol
Events on July 12, 2025
Gardening Workshops
5 Jul 25
Bristol
Park Party
12 Jul 25
Shawville
Events on July 13, 2025
Events on July 14, 2025
Gardening Workshops
5 Jul 25
Bristol
Events on July 15, 2025
Gardening Workshops
5 Jul 25
Bristol
Events on July 16, 2025
Gardening Workshops
5 Jul 25
Bristol
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02 Aug
2 Aug 25
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.

Submit Your Event

Do you have an upcoming event? Would you like it listed on our website for the entire Pontiac region to see? Registered users and subscribers can submit unlimited events on our website at no cost. Log in to your account to get started. If you’re not yet registered or subscribed, sign up today to take advantage of this feature and more.

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Events Calendar

Click on any of the individual events for details. For days with multiple listings, click the date for a complete list of events. 

Mon
Tue
Wed
Thu
Fri
Sat
Sun
M
T
W
T
F
S
S
30
1
12:00 AM - Canada Day
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
10:00 AM - Park Party
14
15
16
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
27
28
29
30
31
1
2
12:00 AM - PPHS Reunion
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Canada Day
July 1, 2025    
All Day
Happy Canada Day! The Pontiac Printshop, Cygraphics, The Equity and Calumet Media will be closed for the day, opening again on Wednesday, July 2nd at 10 a.m.
Gardening Workshops
July 5, 2025 - July 19, 2025    
11:00 am - 12:00 pm
We at the Parents' Voice Shawville Area are excited to offer these two workshops! July 5 & July 19 from 11:00-12:00. Have partnered with Pure Conscience to offer two 1 hour planting workshops for parents and children. The workshop will include the following activities: How to read seed labels Knowing what and when to plant [...]
Park Party
July 12, 2025    
10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Join us for PARK PARTY, a community favourite! Enjoy beautiful Mill Dam Park and splash pad, as well as: bouncy castles cash BBQ airbrush tattoos Echo the Clown balloon animals Magic Show (11:30 am) Meet the Keepers animal show (1:00 pm) ...and more! Admission by donation. See you there!! Thank you to our sponsors, the [...]
13 Jul
July 13, 2025    
2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
The Bromley Historical Society welcomes Dónall Ó Dubhghaill to speak on “Gaelic Roots: The Irish Language in the Ottawa Valley" on Sunday, July 13, 2pm, at the Old Town Hall, 498 Micksburg Road, Osceola. Renowned for its strong Irish heritage, many of the early Irish settlers of the Ottawa Valley spoke Irish.  A Celtic Studies scholar [...]
13 Jul
July 13, 2025    
2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
The Bromley Historical Society welcomes Dónall Ó Dubhghaill to speak on “Gaelic Roots: The Irish Language in the Ottawa Valley" on Sunday, July 13, 2pm, at the Old Town Hall, 498 Micksburg Road, Osceola. Renowned for its strong Irish heritage, many of the early Irish settlers of the Ottawa Valley spoke Irish.  A Celtic Studies scholar [...]
12th Annual Shawville Lions Country Jamboree
July 17, 2025 - July 20, 2025    
6:00 pm
A Weekend of Amazing Country Music and Fun!
26 Jul
July 26, 2025    
9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Join Us for a Thriving Fundraiser! We're excited to announce our Car Wash and Bake Sale Fundraiser to support our amazing youth program! When: Saturday, July 26th Time: 9 AM - 1 PM Where: Church Parking Lot - 209 rue Centre All funds raised will go towards our end-of-summer event and an upcoming youth retreat. [...]
02 Aug
August 2, 2025    
All Day
PPHS REUNION: August 2, 2025 REGISTRATION IS ON AND ACTIVE! $60 per person (cocktails, dinner) Come connect with your classmates. Space limited, so registration & payment a must. E-transfer: pphsreunioncommittee@gmail.com Cheque: Kathy Wickens (call 613-600-1455) 331 Somerville Drive, Perth, ON K7H 3C6
Events on July 1, 2025
Canada Day
1 Jul 25
Events on July 5, 2025
Gardening Workshops
5 Jul 25
Bristol
Events on July 6, 2025
Gardening Workshops
5 Jul 25
Bristol
Events on July 7, 2025
Gardening Workshops
5 Jul 25
Bristol
Events on July 8, 2025
Gardening Workshops
5 Jul 25
Bristol
Events on July 9, 2025
Gardening Workshops
5 Jul 25
Bristol
Events on July 10, 2025
Gardening Workshops
5 Jul 25
Bristol
Events on July 11, 2025
Gardening Workshops
5 Jul 25
Bristol
Events on July 12, 2025
Gardening Workshops
5 Jul 25
Bristol
Park Party
12 Jul 25
Shawville
Events on July 13, 2025
Events on July 14, 2025
Gardening Workshops
5 Jul 25
Bristol
Events on July 15, 2025
Gardening Workshops
5 Jul 25
Bristol
Events on July 16, 2025
Gardening Workshops
5 Jul 25
Bristol
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02 Aug
2 Aug 25

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