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Upcoming Events

April 2026

Dumoine River "Art for Wilderness" Exhibition at Cafe 349
April 6, 2026 - May 29, 2026
9:00 am - 2:00 pm

May 2026

Little Red Wagon Season Opening Weekend
May 1, 2026 - May 3, 2026
All Day
Giant Tiger Charity BBQ - Shawville
May 2, 2026 - May 3, 2026
All Day
Bryson "Clean Up" Day
May 2, 2026
9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Luskville Spring Farm Hop / Foire de printemps
May 2, 2026 - May 3, 2026
10:00 am - 3:00 pm
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Summer Farmer & Artisan Market - Bristol
June 6, 2026    
9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Follow Marché Bristol Market to their NEW LOCATION at Coronation Hall Cider Mills - 206 ch. River, Bristol! Open rain or shine, every Saturday from May 16 to Oct 10! 9am - 1pm. - Come for your weekly grocery staples like bread, produce, meat, and eggs! - Discover local crafters, artists, wood workers, makers, honey [...]
Summer Farmer & Artisan Market - Bristol
June 13, 2026    
9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Follow Marché Bristol Market to their NEW LOCATION at Coronation Hall Cider Mills - 206 ch. River, Bristol! Open rain or shine, every Saturday from May 16 to Oct 10! 9am - 1pm. - Come for your weekly grocery staples like bread, produce, meat, and eggs! - Discover local crafters, artists, wood workers, makers, honey [...]
13 Jun
June 13, 2026 - June 14, 2026    
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Quilters Guild of Renfrew and Area Quilt Show 2026 at Renfrew Armouries, 115 Veteran Memorial Blvd, Renfrew, ON - Raffles, Tea Room, Demos, Merchant's Mall. Admission $10. Saturday, June 13 from 10 am to 5 pm and June 14 from 11 am to 4 pm.
20 Jun
June 20, 2026    
9:00 am - 2:00 pm
First Flea Market of the season. Indoor in the Clarence Bretzlaff Building 777 Rte 366, Ladysmith Eight Saturdays 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. June 20 - August 8.
Summer Farmer & Artisan Market - Bristol
June 20, 2026    
9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Follow Marché Bristol Market to their NEW LOCATION at Coronation Hall Cider Mills - 206 ch. River, Bristol! Open rain or shine, every Saturday from May 16 to Oct 10! 9am - 1pm. - Come for your weekly grocery staples like bread, produce, meat, and eggs! - Discover local crafters, artists, wood workers, makers, honey [...]
Mansfield en Fête
June 26, 2026 - June 28, 2026    
12:00 am
The weekend will feature its signature regional baseball tournament alongside family-friendly activities like inflatable games and local food vendors. On the evening of Saturday, June 27, attendees can expect a major musical headliner followed by the festival's traditional large-scale fireworks display. For more details visit the event's Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/p/Mansfield-en-f%C3%AAte-100064446116236/
Summer Farmer & Artisan Market - Bristol
June 27, 2026    
9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Follow Marché Bristol Market to their NEW LOCATION at Coronation Hall Cider Mills - 206 ch. River, Bristol! Open rain or shine, every Saturday from May 16 to Oct 10! 9am - 1pm. - Come for your weekly grocery staples like bread, produce, meat, and eggs! - Discover local crafters, artists, wood workers, makers, honey [...]
30 Jun
June 30, 2026    
7:00 pm - 10:30 pm
Quyon Canada Day parade starting at 7pm followed by Fireworks at Dusk by the river.
01 Jul
We begin our day in the community hall with a hearty Lumberjack breakfast and silent auction. In the municipal park, beginning at 11:00, we have live music performing on our outdoor stage. There are children's games (petting zoo, fish pond, ride-on cars, sand play, face painting), food and beverage tents that continue throughout the day. [...]
Summer Farmer & Artisan Market - Bristol
July 4, 2026    
9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Follow Marché Bristol Market to their NEW LOCATION at Coronation Hall Cider Mills - 206 ch. River, Bristol! Open rain or shine, every Saturday from May 16 to Oct 10! 9am - 1pm. - Come for your weekly grocery staples like bread, produce, meat, and eggs! - Discover local crafters, artists, wood workers, makers, honey [...]
04 Jul
July 4, 2026    
3:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Quyon Tractor and Truck Pull - $25 Admission Kids 12 and under free $30 Camping Bouncy Houses, and Vendors on site.
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Cobden Taste of the Valley 2025

Cobden Taste of the Valley 2025

October 18, 2025
10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Taste of the Valley – Cobden 

43 Astrolabe Rd, Cobden
Saturday, October 18, 2025
10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
FREE Admission!
Join us in the heart of Cobden for one of the most popular and longest-running stops on the Taste of the Valley tour! This vibrant outdoor market brings together the best of local food, farm, and craft—just in time for fall.
Come explore a wide variety of vendors offering fresh produce, homemade preserves, baked goods, artisan crafts, fall décor, and much more. Whether shopping for fall decor, getting a head start on holiday gifts, or just looking for a great day out, Cobden is the place to be.

Celebrate the end of the harvest season, support local, and enjoy a great day in Whitewater Region. See you at Taste of the Valley – Cobden!
Unanswered Questions of the Pontiac’s First Settlers

Unanswered Questions of the Pontiac’s First Settlers

October 18, 2025
1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
  • Samedi 18 octobre
  • 13h – 14h 30
  • Moulin Egan, Pontiac, Outaouais
Join us for a lively and engaging afternoon at the Egan mill, as local history enthusiast, Gord Graham, leads a fascinating conversation about the first settlers of the Pontiac, Outaouais region. Discover what life was like for the early “Pontiacers” — their challenges, triumphs, and the enduring legacy they left behind.
Through stories, insights, and interactive discussion, this talk offers a fun and accessible way to connect with the rich history of our region.
Free to attend. Click the link to save your spot! All are welcome!
Rejoignez-nous pour un après-midi animé et captivant à l’usine Egan, où Gord Graham, passionné d’histoire locale, animera une conversation fascinante sur les premiers colons de la région de Pontiac, dans l’Outaouais. Découvrez la vie des premiers « Pontiacers » : leurs défis, leurs triomphes et l’héritage durable qu’ils ont laissé derrière eux.
À travers des récits, des anecdotes et des discussions interactives, cette discussion offre une façon ludique et accessible de se familiariser avec la riche histoire de notre région.
Participation gratuite. Cliquez sur le lien pour réserver votre place! Tout le monde est bienvenue!

https://www.zeffy.com/en-CA/ticketing/pontiac-historical-talk

Soirée Cowgirl, Croquettes et Copines / Boots, Bites & Besties Night

Soirée Cowgirl, Croquettes et Copines / Boots, Bites & Besties Night

October 18, 2025
6:00 pm - 11:45 pm
Sors tes bottes. Rassemble ta gang.

C’est la Soirée country entre copines au Centre de loisirs des Draveurs!
  • Samedi 18 octobre • 18 h
  • 25 $ (inclut l’entrée + bouchées BBQ)
  • Musique country + danse en ligne
  • Bouchées BBQ
  • Bar payant + cocktails spéciaux
  • Tirages & prix

Billets disponibles par virement à cbourque196@outlook.com ou auprès de Lisa Soucie, Heidi Newberry, Christine Bourque ou Mia Commanda-Bourque.

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Dust off your boots. Round up your girls.

It’s time for Ladies Country Night at the Centre de loisirs des Draveurs!
  • Saturday, October 18 • 6PM
  • $25 (includes entry + BBQ finger foods)
  • Country music + line dancing
  • BBQ finger foods
  • Cash bar + specialty cocktails
  • Raffles & prizes
Tickets available by e-transfer to cbourque196@outlook.com or from Lisa Soucie, Heidi Newberry, Christine Bourque, or Mia Commanda-Bourque.

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Summer Farmer & Artisan Market - Bristol
June 6, 2026    
9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Follow Marché Bristol Market to their NEW LOCATION at Coronation Hall Cider Mills - 206 ch. River, Bristol! Open rain or shine, every Saturday from May 16 to Oct 10! 9am - 1pm. - Come for your weekly grocery staples like bread, produce, meat, and eggs! - Discover local crafters, artists, wood workers, makers, honey [...]
Summer Farmer & Artisan Market - Bristol
June 13, 2026    
9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Follow Marché Bristol Market to their NEW LOCATION at Coronation Hall Cider Mills - 206 ch. River, Bristol! Open rain or shine, every Saturday from May 16 to Oct 10! 9am - 1pm. - Come for your weekly grocery staples like bread, produce, meat, and eggs! - Discover local crafters, artists, wood workers, makers, honey [...]
13 Jun
June 13, 2026 - June 14, 2026    
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Quilters Guild of Renfrew and Area Quilt Show 2026 at Renfrew Armouries, 115 Veteran Memorial Blvd, Renfrew, ON - Raffles, Tea Room, Demos, Merchant's Mall. Admission $10. Saturday, June 13 from 10 am to 5 pm and June 14 from 11 am to 4 pm.
20 Jun
June 20, 2026    
9:00 am - 2:00 pm
First Flea Market of the season. Indoor in the Clarence Bretzlaff Building 777 Rte 366, Ladysmith Eight Saturdays 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. June 20 - August 8.
Summer Farmer & Artisan Market - Bristol
June 20, 2026    
9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Follow Marché Bristol Market to their NEW LOCATION at Coronation Hall Cider Mills - 206 ch. River, Bristol! Open rain or shine, every Saturday from May 16 to Oct 10! 9am - 1pm. - Come for your weekly grocery staples like bread, produce, meat, and eggs! - Discover local crafters, artists, wood workers, makers, honey [...]
Mansfield en Fête
June 26, 2026 - June 28, 2026    
12:00 am
The weekend will feature its signature regional baseball tournament alongside family-friendly activities like inflatable games and local food vendors. On the evening of Saturday, June 27, attendees can expect a major musical headliner followed by the festival's traditional large-scale fireworks display. For more details visit the event's Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/p/Mansfield-en-f%C3%AAte-100064446116236/
Summer Farmer & Artisan Market - Bristol
June 27, 2026    
9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Follow Marché Bristol Market to their NEW LOCATION at Coronation Hall Cider Mills - 206 ch. River, Bristol! Open rain or shine, every Saturday from May 16 to Oct 10! 9am - 1pm. - Come for your weekly grocery staples like bread, produce, meat, and eggs! - Discover local crafters, artists, wood workers, makers, honey [...]
30 Jun
June 30, 2026    
7:00 pm - 10:30 pm
Quyon Canada Day parade starting at 7pm followed by Fireworks at Dusk by the river.
01 Jul
We begin our day in the community hall with a hearty Lumberjack breakfast and silent auction. In the municipal park, beginning at 11:00, we have live music performing on our outdoor stage. There are children's games (petting zoo, fish pond, ride-on cars, sand play, face painting), food and beverage tents that continue throughout the day. [...]
Summer Farmer & Artisan Market - Bristol
July 4, 2026    
9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Follow Marché Bristol Market to their NEW LOCATION at Coronation Hall Cider Mills - 206 ch. River, Bristol! Open rain or shine, every Saturday from May 16 to Oct 10! 9am - 1pm. - Come for your weekly grocery staples like bread, produce, meat, and eggs! - Discover local crafters, artists, wood workers, makers, honey [...]
04 Jul
July 4, 2026    
3:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Quyon Tractor and Truck Pull - $25 Admission Kids 12 and under free $30 Camping Bouncy Houses, and Vendors on site.
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Ladysmith
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Mansfield en Fête
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Mansfield
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Mansfield en Fête
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Mansfield en Fête
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