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Upcoming Events

April 2026

Dumoine River "Art for Wilderness" Exhibition at Cafe 349
Dumoine River "Art for Wilderness" Exhibition at Cafe 349
April 6, 2026 - May 29, 2026
All Day
Spruceholme Inn Easter Dinner - Fort-Coulonge
Spruceholme Inn Easter Dinner - Fort-Coulonge
April 6, 2026
4:30 pm - 8:30 pm
49th Shawville Community Bonspiel
49th Shawville Community Bonspiel
April 9, 2026 - April 12, 2026
12:00 am
Chutes Coulonge AGM/AGA - Fallback Image
Chutes Coulonge AGM/AGA
April 9, 2026
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Kids String Art Workshop – Shawville - Fallback Image
Kids String Art Workshop - Shawville
April 11, 2026
10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Live at Gavan’s - The Abrams
Live at Gavan’s - The Abrams
April 11, 2026
8:00 pm - 11:45 pm
Pontiac Pride’s “Spring Fling” - Shawville
Pontiac Pride’s “Spring Fling” - Shawville
April 18, 2026
8:00 pm - 11:45 pm
Souper de Cipaille/Sea Pie Supper - Fort-Coulonge
Souper de Cipaille/Sea Pie Supper - Fort-Coulonge
April 24, 2026
5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
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12:00 AM - Canada Day
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10:00 AM - Park Party
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12:00 AM - PPHS Reunion
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Canada Day
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.
More Info
Gardening Workshops
Gardening Workshops
July 5, 2025 - July 19, 2025    
11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Ferme Pure Conscience
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 [...]
More Info
Park Party
Park Party
July 12, 2025    
10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Mill Dam Park
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 [...]
More Info
Gaelic Roots: The Irish Language in the Ottawa Valley
13 Jul
July 13, 2025    
2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Old Town Hall
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 [...]
More Info
Gaelic Roots: The Irish Language in the Ottawa Valley
13 Jul
July 13, 2025    
2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Old Town Hall
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 [...]
More Info
12th Annual Shawville Lions Country Jamboree
12th Annual Shawville Lions Country Jamboree
July 17, 2025 - July 20, 2025    
6:00 pm
La Ferme Armstrong Farm
A Weekend of Amazing Country Music and Fun!
More Info
Youth Fundraiser - Car Wash & Bake Sale
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. [...]
More Info
PPHS Reunion
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
More Info
Events on July 1, 2025
Canada Day
Canada Day
1 Jul 25
Events on July 5, 2025
Gardening Workshops
Gardening Workshops
5 Jul 25
Bristol
Events on July 6, 2025
Gardening Workshops
Gardening Workshops
5 Jul 25
Bristol
Events on July 7, 2025
Gardening Workshops
Gardening Workshops
5 Jul 25
Bristol
Events on July 8, 2025
Gardening Workshops
Gardening Workshops
5 Jul 25
Bristol
Events on July 9, 2025
Gardening Workshops
Gardening Workshops
5 Jul 25
Bristol
Events on July 10, 2025
Gardening Workshops
Gardening Workshops
5 Jul 25
Bristol
Events on July 11, 2025
Gardening Workshops
Gardening Workshops
5 Jul 25
Bristol
Events on July 12, 2025
Gardening Workshops
Gardening Workshops
5 Jul 25
Bristol
Park Party
Park Party
12 Jul 25
Shawville
Events on July 13, 2025
Gardening Workshops
Gardening Workshops
5 Jul 25
Bristol
13 Jul
Gaelic Roots: The Irish Language in the Ottawa Valley
13 Jul 25
Osceola
13 Jul
Gaelic Roots: The Irish Language in the Ottawa Valley
13 Jul 25
Osceola
Events on July 14, 2025
Gardening Workshops
Gardening Workshops
5 Jul 25
Bristol
Events on July 15, 2025
Gardening Workshops
Gardening Workshops
5 Jul 25
Bristol
Events on July 16, 2025
Gardening Workshops
Gardening Workshops
5 Jul 25
Bristol
Events on July 17, 2025
Gardening Workshops
Gardening Workshops
5 Jul 25
Bristol
12th Annual Shawville Lions Country Jamboree
12th Annual Shawville Lions Country Jamboree
17 Jul 25
Shawville
Events on July 18, 2025
Gardening Workshops
Gardening Workshops
5 Jul 25
Bristol
12th Annual Shawville Lions Country Jamboree
12th Annual Shawville Lions Country Jamboree
17 Jul 25
Shawville
Events on July 19, 2025
Gardening Workshops
Gardening Workshops
5 Jul 25
Bristol
12th Annual Shawville Lions Country Jamboree
12th Annual Shawville Lions Country Jamboree
17 Jul 25
Shawville
Events on July 20, 2025
12th Annual Shawville Lions Country Jamboree
12th Annual Shawville Lions Country Jamboree
17 Jul 25
Shawville
Events on July 26, 2025
26 Jul
Youth Fundraiser - Car Wash & Bake Sale
26 Jul 25
Events on August 2, 2025
02 Aug
PPHS Reunion
2 Aug 25
Shawville Lions Christmas Facebook Auction

Shawville Lions Christmas Facebook Auction

December 1, 2025 - December 14, 2025
All Day
Facebook Link :

Where: Facebook

When: Dec. 1 – 14

The Shawville Lions Club’s Facebook Christmas Auction is running Dec. 1 – 14. Donations are welcomed. Everyone is invited to bid. Find us on Facebook at  “Shawville Lions Christmas Auction 2025”. To donate please email shawvillelionsclub2@gmail.com.

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Chutes Coulonge Festival of Lights

Chutes Coulonge Festival of Lights

December 5, 2025 - December 28, 2025
4:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Parc des Chutes Coulonge Adventure Park

December 5–7, 12–14, 19–21, 26–28 décembre | 16 h à 21 h | 4-9 pm

The magic returns! Join us for the Festival of Lights at Parc des Chutes Coulonge!

La magie est de retour! Joignez-vous à nous pour le Festival des lumières au Parc des Chutes Coulonge!
What’s new this year:

• A festive Christmas Market organized by Nia & Angela Lachapelle – December 19 & 20
• A visit from the Grincheux – December 20, 4–9 p.m.
• Our beloved Santa Normand & Mrs. Claus – December 13 & 20, 5:30–6:45 p.m.
Enjoy a beautiful illuminated walk, a heartwarming Christmas story, and delicious hot apple cider!
Come make magical memories with us under the lights!
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Pontiac Agricultural Society Christmas Market

Pontiac Agricultural Society Christmas Market

December 13, 2025
9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Shawville Fairgrounds
The Pontiac Agricultural Society will be hosting a Craft Show & Christmas Market in the Homecraft Hall at the fairgrounds!
Time: 9:00 am to 3:00 pm (Market Open)

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Shawville Figure Skating Club Christmas Show

Shawville Figure Skating Club Christmas Show

December 13, 2025
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Shawville Arena

Where:  Shawville Arena, 215 rue Lang

When: 10 a.m. 

The Shawville Figure Skating Club presents “A Christmas Around The World Story”. Admission is free but donations are welcome. 

https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=10173726875540160&set=pcb.3161557594051603

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Christmas Dinner and Dance

Christmas Dinner and Dance

December 13, 2025
4:30 pm - 10:00 pm
Otter Lake Recreation Centre

Christmas Dinner and Dance

Where:  Otter Lake Recreation Centre, 394 Tessier St, Otter Lake 

When: 5:30 p.m. 

The 50+ Club is having their annual Christmas Dinner and Dance. Get your tickets for a great evening of dining and dancing.
https://www.facebook.com/share/1ZeuWPP7gR/

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Disco On Ice - Youth Skating Night

Disco On Ice - Youth Skating Night

December 13, 2025
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Centre de Loisirs des Draveurs Century 21 Élite

DISCO SUR GLACE – Youth Ice Disco Night! Get ready for a fun, energetic, family-friendly night on the ice! Join us for our Disco sur glace event — an evening filled with music, skating, food, and winter excitement for youth ages 4 to 17. Event Highlights:

  • Music & skating under the lights

  • Free hot dog + slush for youth (4–17 yrs)

  • Free helmet and skate rentals upon request (email: info@mdjpontiac.com)

  • Free entry — a donation of personal hygiene products is greatly appreciated Details:

  • Saturday, December 13, 2025

  • 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM

  • Centre de loisirs des Draveurs 33 rue du Centre récréatif, Fort-Coulonge Come skate, dance, and celebrate with us at this lively community event!

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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. 

Today
Mon
Tue
Wed
Thu
Fri
Sat
Sun
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1
12:00 AM - Canada Day
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
10:00 AM - Park Party
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
1
2
12:00 AM - PPHS Reunion
3
Canada Day
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.
More Info
Gardening Workshops
Gardening Workshops
July 5, 2025 - July 19, 2025    
11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Ferme Pure Conscience
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 [...]
More Info
Park Party
Park Party
July 12, 2025    
10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Mill Dam Park
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 [...]
More Info
Gaelic Roots: The Irish Language in the Ottawa Valley
13 Jul
July 13, 2025    
2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Old Town Hall
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 [...]
More Info
Gaelic Roots: The Irish Language in the Ottawa Valley
13 Jul
July 13, 2025    
2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Old Town Hall
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 [...]
More Info
12th Annual Shawville Lions Country Jamboree
12th Annual Shawville Lions Country Jamboree
July 17, 2025 - July 20, 2025    
6:00 pm
La Ferme Armstrong Farm
A Weekend of Amazing Country Music and Fun!
More Info
Youth Fundraiser - Car Wash & Bake Sale
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. [...]
More Info
PPHS Reunion
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
More Info
Events on July 1, 2025
Canada Day
Canada Day
1 Jul 25
Events on July 5, 2025
Gardening Workshops
Gardening Workshops
5 Jul 25
Bristol
Events on July 6, 2025
Gardening Workshops
Gardening Workshops
5 Jul 25
Bristol
Events on July 7, 2025
Gardening Workshops
Gardening Workshops
5 Jul 25
Bristol
Events on July 8, 2025
Gardening Workshops
Gardening Workshops
5 Jul 25
Bristol
Events on July 9, 2025
Gardening Workshops
Gardening Workshops
5 Jul 25
Bristol
Events on July 10, 2025
Gardening Workshops
Gardening Workshops
5 Jul 25
Bristol
Events on July 11, 2025
Gardening Workshops
Gardening Workshops
5 Jul 25
Bristol
Events on July 12, 2025
Gardening Workshops
Gardening Workshops
5 Jul 25
Bristol
Park Party
Park Party
12 Jul 25
Shawville
Events on July 13, 2025
Gardening Workshops
Gardening Workshops
5 Jul 25
Bristol
13 Jul
Gaelic Roots: The Irish Language in the Ottawa Valley
13 Jul 25
Osceola
13 Jul
Gaelic Roots: The Irish Language in the Ottawa Valley
13 Jul 25
Osceola
Events on July 14, 2025
Gardening Workshops
Gardening Workshops
5 Jul 25
Bristol
Events on July 15, 2025
Gardening Workshops
Gardening Workshops
5 Jul 25
Bristol
Events on July 16, 2025
Gardening Workshops
Gardening Workshops
5 Jul 25
Bristol
Events on July 17, 2025
Gardening Workshops
Gardening Workshops
5 Jul 25
Bristol
12th Annual Shawville Lions Country Jamboree
12th Annual Shawville Lions Country Jamboree
17 Jul 25
Shawville
Events on July 18, 2025
Gardening Workshops
Gardening Workshops
5 Jul 25
Bristol
12th Annual Shawville Lions Country Jamboree
12th Annual Shawville Lions Country Jamboree
17 Jul 25
Shawville
Events on July 19, 2025
Gardening Workshops
Gardening Workshops
5 Jul 25
Bristol
12th Annual Shawville Lions Country Jamboree
12th Annual Shawville Lions Country Jamboree
17 Jul 25
Shawville
Events on July 20, 2025
12th Annual Shawville Lions Country Jamboree
12th Annual Shawville Lions Country Jamboree
17 Jul 25
Shawville
Events on July 26, 2025
26 Jul
Youth Fundraiser - Car Wash & Bake Sale
26 Jul 25
Events on August 2, 2025
02 Aug
PPHS Reunion
2 Aug 25
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