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Events - 13 May 26

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
9:00 am - 2:00 pm

May 2026

Club Quad Pontiac AGM - Shawville
Club Quad Pontiac AGM - Shawville
May 4, 2026
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Pontiac Historical Society - Regular Meeting - Shawville
Pontiac Historical Society - Regular Meeting - Shawville
May 5, 2026
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
PHS Rugby Home Opener and BBQ
PHS Rugby Home Opener and BBQ
May 6, 2026
5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
MRC Pontiac Climate Plan Consultation
MRC Pontiac Climate Plan Consultation
May 6, 2026
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Mega Bingo
Mega Bingo
May 6, 2026
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
AgriSaveur Kitchen Grand Opening
AgriSaveur Kitchen Grand Opening
May 7, 2026
10:00 am - 3:30 pm
Second Pontiac Arena Fund Men's night - Shawville
Second Pontiac Arena Fund Men's night - Shawville
May 8, 2026
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
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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
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Euchre Tournament Fundraiser
03 Aug
August 3, 2025    
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Location: Otter Lake R.A. Association, 394 Tessier Street Euchre tournament fundraiser for Otter Lake's 150th Anniversary in 2026. Pre-registration on now. $5 per person if pre-registered before the tournament. $8/pp at the door on the day of the tournament. You can send an e-transfer to pre-register to: otterlake150@outlook.com or contact Lory Beaudoin at: lorybeaudoin@gmail.com The [...]
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Community potluck to celebrate the Waltham Fire Department
05 Aug
August 5, 2025    
5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
Paul Ryan Park, Waltham
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Groupe L'Ile-du-Grand-Calumet Fishing Derby
Groupe L'Ile-du-Grand-Calumet Fishing Derby
August 9, 2025    
7:00 am - 4:00 pm
Details: https://www.groupeliledugrandcalumet.ca/
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Pines in the Sand - Lemke Family Roots and Branches
Pines in the Sand - Lemke Family Roots and Branches
August 17, 2025    
2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
The Bromley Historical Society welcomes Renfrew County historian Dave Lemkay to speak on Pines in the Sand - Lemke Family Roots and Branches. This free public presentation takes place on Sunday, August 17, 2pm, at the Old Town Hall, 498 Micksburg Road, Osceola. His talk draws on his extensive family research from Germany to Petawawa [...]
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SADC Community Event - Pontiac Ouest
SADC Community Event - Pontiac Ouest
August 21, 2025    
10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Chapeau Farmers Market - Marché de Chapeau
Celebrate 40 Years of Local Impact with SADC Pontiac! We're thrilled to invite you to join our team as we celebrate SADC Pontiac's 40 years of local economic development with you in your community. This special presence is part of our exciting year-long tour across all 19 municipalities in our territory. Come and discover the [...]
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166th Cobden Fair
166th Cobden Fair
August 22, 2025 - August 24, 2025    
9:30 am - 3:00 pm
Cobden Fairgrounds
Come help us celebrate our 166th Cobden Fair! This year's fair is perfect for all ages! It will be the perfect family event. Join us on Friday, August 22nd, 2025 until Sunday, August 24th, 2025. Enjoy Cope Amusements midway, livestock shows, food and craft vendors, scavenger hunt, bingo and non-stop entertainment all weekend long! Our [...]
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artPontiac's Celebration of Youth & Grand Re-Opening
artPontiac's Celebration of Youth & Grand Re-Opening
August 23, 2025    
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
artPontiac
All are welcome! Come and celebrate our youth with us at our grand reopening! Yes, you heard us right: grand reopening! August 23, 2025 from 1-4p.m. Fun activities await: silent auction, youth-focused art workshops, live entertainment, food, and much more. Don’t miss the chance to meet us and join the celebration!
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Play in the Park! "Twain's Tales" at Mill Dam Park
Play in the Park! "Twain's Tales" at Mill Dam Park
August 23, 2025    
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Mill Dam Park
Come see the Pontiac Community Players perform “Twain’s at Mill Dam Park in Shawville! Weather dependent. If it rains the day of the show, we will cancel on our facebook page. Stay tuned folks!! Free admission for all, bring your own chair.  Saturday, August 23rd at 2 p.m.
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Expo Shawville Fair 2025
Expo Shawville Fair 2025
August 28, 2025 - September 1, 2025    
All Day
Shawville Fairgrounds
The Valley's Most Family Friendly Fair! www.shawvillefair.ca
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Events on August 2, 2025
02 Aug
PPHS Reunion
2 Aug 25
Events on August 3, 2025
03 Aug
Euchre Tournament Fundraiser
3 Aug 25
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05 Aug
Community potluck to celebrate the Waltham Fire Department
5 Aug 25
Events on August 9, 2025
Groupe L'Ile-du-Grand-Calumet Fishing Derby
Groupe L'Ile-du-Grand-Calumet Fishing Derby
9 Aug 25
Events on August 17, 2025
Pines in the Sand - Lemke Family Roots and Branches
Pines in the Sand - Lemke Family Roots and Branches
17 Aug 25
Events on August 21, 2025
SADC Community Event - Pontiac Ouest
SADC Community Event - Pontiac Ouest
21 Aug 25
Chapeau
Events on August 22, 2025
166th Cobden Fair
166th Cobden Fair
22 Aug 25
Cobden
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166th Cobden Fair
166th Cobden Fair
22 Aug 25
Cobden
artPontiac's Celebration of Youth & Grand Re-Opening
artPontiac's Celebration of Youth & Grand Re-Opening
23 Aug 25
Portage-du-Fort
Play in the Park! "Twain's Tales" at Mill Dam Park
Play in the Park! "Twain's Tales" at Mill Dam Park
23 Aug 25
Shawville
Events on August 24, 2025
166th Cobden Fair
166th Cobden Fair
22 Aug 25
Cobden
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Expo Shawville Fair 2025
Expo Shawville Fair 2025
28 Aug 25
Shawville
Events on August 29, 2025
Expo Shawville Fair 2025
Expo Shawville Fair 2025
28 Aug 25
Shawville
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Expo Shawville Fair 2025
Expo Shawville Fair 2025
28 Aug 25
Shawville
Events on August 31, 2025
Expo Shawville Fair 2025
Expo Shawville Fair 2025
28 Aug 25
Shawville
Dumoine River "Art for Wilderness" Exhibition at Cafe 349

Dumoine River "Art for Wilderness" Exhibition at Cafe 349

April 6, 2026 - May 29, 2026
9:00 am - 2:00 pm
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.

 

 

 

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Connexions Workshop: Who Am I Now? Identity Later In Life

Connexions Workshop: Who Am I Now? Identity Later In Life

May 13, 2026
10:00 am - 11:30 am
Campbell’s Bay Golden Age Club

As life changes, it’s natural to reflect on who we are. Roles shift, routines evolve, and parts of life may feel different. Join us for a gentle, welcoming session to reconnect with what still feels like ‘you’.

Register at centreconnexions.org. 

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Bryson Lion's Club Monthly Meeting

Bryson Lion's Club Monthly Meeting

May 13, 2026
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Bryson Lions Club

If you’d like to participate or join, you’re welcome to stop by. Thank you!

https://www.facebook.com/events/1217882100295535/1217882106962201/

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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
Euchre Tournament Fundraiser
03 Aug
August 3, 2025    
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Location: Otter Lake R.A. Association, 394 Tessier Street Euchre tournament fundraiser for Otter Lake's 150th Anniversary in 2026. Pre-registration on now. $5 per person if pre-registered before the tournament. $8/pp at the door on the day of the tournament. You can send an e-transfer to pre-register to: otterlake150@outlook.com or contact Lory Beaudoin at: lorybeaudoin@gmail.com The [...]
More Info
Community potluck to celebrate the Waltham Fire Department
05 Aug
August 5, 2025    
5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
Paul Ryan Park, Waltham
More Info
Groupe L'Ile-du-Grand-Calumet Fishing Derby
Groupe L'Ile-du-Grand-Calumet Fishing Derby
August 9, 2025    
7:00 am - 4:00 pm
Details: https://www.groupeliledugrandcalumet.ca/
More Info
Pines in the Sand - Lemke Family Roots and Branches
Pines in the Sand - Lemke Family Roots and Branches
August 17, 2025    
2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
The Bromley Historical Society welcomes Renfrew County historian Dave Lemkay to speak on Pines in the Sand - Lemke Family Roots and Branches. This free public presentation takes place on Sunday, August 17, 2pm, at the Old Town Hall, 498 Micksburg Road, Osceola. His talk draws on his extensive family research from Germany to Petawawa [...]
More Info
SADC Community Event - Pontiac Ouest
SADC Community Event - Pontiac Ouest
August 21, 2025    
10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Chapeau Farmers Market - Marché de Chapeau
Celebrate 40 Years of Local Impact with SADC Pontiac! We're thrilled to invite you to join our team as we celebrate SADC Pontiac's 40 years of local economic development with you in your community. This special presence is part of our exciting year-long tour across all 19 municipalities in our territory. Come and discover the [...]
More Info
166th Cobden Fair
166th Cobden Fair
August 22, 2025 - August 24, 2025    
9:30 am - 3:00 pm
Cobden Fairgrounds
Come help us celebrate our 166th Cobden Fair! This year's fair is perfect for all ages! It will be the perfect family event. Join us on Friday, August 22nd, 2025 until Sunday, August 24th, 2025. Enjoy Cope Amusements midway, livestock shows, food and craft vendors, scavenger hunt, bingo and non-stop entertainment all weekend long! Our [...]
More Info
artPontiac's Celebration of Youth & Grand Re-Opening
artPontiac's Celebration of Youth & Grand Re-Opening
August 23, 2025    
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
artPontiac
All are welcome! Come and celebrate our youth with us at our grand reopening! Yes, you heard us right: grand reopening! August 23, 2025 from 1-4p.m. Fun activities await: silent auction, youth-focused art workshops, live entertainment, food, and much more. Don’t miss the chance to meet us and join the celebration!
More Info
Play in the Park! "Twain's Tales" at Mill Dam Park
Play in the Park! "Twain's Tales" at Mill Dam Park
August 23, 2025    
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Mill Dam Park
Come see the Pontiac Community Players perform “Twain’s at Mill Dam Park in Shawville! Weather dependent. If it rains the day of the show, we will cancel on our facebook page. Stay tuned folks!! Free admission for all, bring your own chair.  Saturday, August 23rd at 2 p.m.
More Info
Expo Shawville Fair 2025
Expo Shawville Fair 2025
August 28, 2025 - September 1, 2025    
All Day
Shawville Fairgrounds
The Valley's Most Family Friendly Fair! www.shawvillefair.ca
More Info
Events on August 2, 2025
02 Aug
PPHS Reunion
2 Aug 25
Events on August 3, 2025
03 Aug
Euchre Tournament Fundraiser
3 Aug 25
Events on August 5, 2025
05 Aug
Community potluck to celebrate the Waltham Fire Department
5 Aug 25
Events on August 9, 2025
Groupe L'Ile-du-Grand-Calumet Fishing Derby
Groupe L'Ile-du-Grand-Calumet Fishing Derby
9 Aug 25
Events on August 17, 2025
Pines in the Sand - Lemke Family Roots and Branches
Pines in the Sand - Lemke Family Roots and Branches
17 Aug 25
Events on August 21, 2025
SADC Community Event - Pontiac Ouest
SADC Community Event - Pontiac Ouest
21 Aug 25
Chapeau
Events on August 22, 2025
166th Cobden Fair
166th Cobden Fair
22 Aug 25
Cobden
Events on August 23, 2025
166th Cobden Fair
166th Cobden Fair
22 Aug 25
Cobden
artPontiac's Celebration of Youth & Grand Re-Opening
artPontiac's Celebration of Youth & Grand Re-Opening
23 Aug 25
Portage-du-Fort
Play in the Park! "Twain's Tales" at Mill Dam Park
Play in the Park! "Twain's Tales" at Mill Dam Park
23 Aug 25
Shawville
Events on August 24, 2025
166th Cobden Fair
166th Cobden Fair
22 Aug 25
Cobden
Events on August 28, 2025
Expo Shawville Fair 2025
Expo Shawville Fair 2025
28 Aug 25
Shawville
Events on August 29, 2025
Expo Shawville Fair 2025
Expo Shawville Fair 2025
28 Aug 25
Shawville
Events on August 30, 2025
Expo Shawville Fair 2025
Expo Shawville Fair 2025
28 Aug 25
Shawville
Events on August 31, 2025
Expo Shawville Fair 2025
Expo Shawville Fair 2025
28 Aug 25
Shawville
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