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Events - 16 May 26

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

PHS Rugby Home Opener and BBQ
May 6, 2026
5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
MRC Pontiac Climate Plan Consultation
May 6, 2026
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Mega Bingo
May 6, 2026
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
AgriSaveur Kitchen Grand Opening
May 7, 2026
10:00 am - 3:30 pm
The Pontiac Farmers' Market
May 9, 2026
8:30 am - 12:30 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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Héma-Québec Blood Drive
June 19, 2025    
1:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Summer is a critical time for Héma-Québec.  While many of us enjoy a well-deserved break, the need for blood at hospitals never stops. Just one hour of your time can be life-changing for someone waiting for a transfusion. We're aiming to have 75 donors roll up their sleeves and help us reach our goal. Your [...]
22 Jun
June 22, 2025    
All Day
22 Jun
June 22, 2025    
All Day
28 Jun
June 28, 2025    
All Day
A celebration of the 150th anniversary of the construction of the Culbute Locks, an industrial marvel in its day and an important part of our local heritage. A day filled with celebration; - The Great Canadian Lumberjack Show - Music and dancing - Food and drink - and much more! We acknowledge the support of [...]
Music Trivia Nite
June 28, 2025    
6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Come enjoy an evening of fun! Test your knowledge of Music Trivia! Prizes, and some competition!Bar, snacks will be available. All money raised will go towards a chair lift for the Town Hall.
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 [...]
Events on June 19, 2025
Héma-Québec Blood Drive
19 Jun 25
Shawville
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Events on June 22, 2025
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22 Jun 25
22 Jun
22 Jun 25
Events on June 28, 2025
Music Trivia Nite
28 Jun 25
Portage-du-Fort
Events on July 1, 2025
Canada Day
1 Jul 25
Events on July 5, 2025
Gardening Workshops
5 Jul 25
Bristol
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

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.

 

 

 

Bristol Market Opening Day

Bristol Market Opening Day

May 16, 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 producers, brewers, florists, designers and more!
– Live music
– Free to play lawn games
– BBQ
– Coffee & Tea with donation
– Coronation Hall boutique open during market

*Special Event Dates & Locations*
May 16: Grand Opening
July 1: Canada Day/For Dept Fundraiser, 1 rue Park (Norway Bay Public Beach)
August 1: Kids Day, 1 rue Park (Norway Bay Public Beach)
October 10: Thanksgiving Market, 206 ch. River (Bristol)
December 5: Christmas Market, 32 ch. Aylmer (Bristol)

Follow us on Facebook and Instagram @marchebristolmarket

The Great Thorne Garage Sale

The Great Thorne Garage Sale

May 16, 2026
9:00 am - 3:00 pm
The Great Thorne Garage Sale is Coming!

Join us for a town-wide garage sale happening the May Long Weekend – Saturday Only!

Date: Saturday May 16th
Time: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
How to participate:
• Set up at your home/driveway

• Or reserve a spot at the Municipal Hall (perfect for those outside the village!) please email us at associationrecreativeladysmith@gmail.com

BBQ Fundraiser at the Hall!
The Thorne Fire Department will be on site serving:
Hot dogs
Burgers
Cola

Come grab lunch and support your local fire department!

Turn your unused items into cash
Reduce, reuse & keep items out of the landfill
Explore sales all around Thorne!
Bonus: Happening the same weekend as FREE drop-off at the transfer station — sell what you can, and you can responsibly dispose of the rest!
Let’s make this our first annual Great Thorne Garage Sale

Spread the word, invite your neighbours, and start cleaning out those closets!

https://www.facebook.com/share/1G5veJJqYi/

16 May

Bristol Community Association - Annual General Meeting

May 16, 2026
10:00 am - 12:00 pm

The Bristol Community Association will be holding their Annual General Meeting. New members are Welcome!

Parent’s Voice Storytime

Parent’s Voice Storytime

May 16, 2026
10:30 am - 11:15 am
Come to Shawville-clarendon library for Storytime with Jenn Davies and craft to follow.

Ages are welcome with their parents.

https://www.facebook.com/events/1336029248123153/

Submit Your 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. 

Mon
Tue
Wed
Thu
Fri
Sat
Sun
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13
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12:00 AM - WPLiYzhZsR
12:00 AM - OOwSMNiuo
23
24
25
26
27
29
30
1
12:00 AM - Canada Day
2
3
4
5
6
Héma-Québec Blood Drive
June 19, 2025    
1:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Summer is a critical time for Héma-Québec.  While many of us enjoy a well-deserved break, the need for blood at hospitals never stops. Just one hour of your time can be life-changing for someone waiting for a transfusion. We're aiming to have 75 donors roll up their sleeves and help us reach our goal. Your [...]
22 Jun
June 22, 2025    
All Day
22 Jun
June 22, 2025    
All Day
28 Jun
June 28, 2025    
All Day
A celebration of the 150th anniversary of the construction of the Culbute Locks, an industrial marvel in its day and an important part of our local heritage. A day filled with celebration; - The Great Canadian Lumberjack Show - Music and dancing - Food and drink - and much more! We acknowledge the support of [...]
Music Trivia Nite
June 28, 2025    
6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Come enjoy an evening of fun! Test your knowledge of Music Trivia! Prizes, and some competition!Bar, snacks will be available. All money raised will go towards a chair lift for the Town Hall.
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 [...]
Events on June 19, 2025
Héma-Québec Blood Drive
19 Jun 25
Shawville
Events on June 21, 2025
Events on June 22, 2025
22 Jun
22 Jun 25
22 Jun
22 Jun 25
Events on June 28, 2025
Music Trivia Nite
28 Jun 25
Portage-du-Fort
Events on July 1, 2025
Canada Day
1 Jul 25
Events on July 5, 2025
Gardening Workshops
5 Jul 25
Bristol

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