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Upcoming Events

April 2026

Retail Summit 2026 - Shawville
April 27, 2026
8:30 am - 4:00 pm
Poetry in the Pontiac
April 29, 2026
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

May 2026

Reopening This Friday May 1st for the season
May 1, 2026 - May 3, 2026
All Day
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Events Calendar

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Oktoberfest Ladysmith
October 4, 2024 - October 6, 2024    
All Day
04 Oct
October 4, 2024    
5:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Friday, October 4, 2024 - Oktoberfest at Brauwerk Hoffman, Campbell’s Bay. Live music with Danny Sylvester and Friends. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Music starts at 7:30. Tickets $28. Call 613-732-0388 for reservations
06 Oct
October 6, 2024    
2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
The "Irishness" of our Ottawa Valley English "Twang," On Sunday, October 6, at 2 p.m., the Bromley Historical Society is pleased to welcome journalist, podcaster and raconteur Barry Conway. His topic will be "How the feckin' Ottawa Valley Irish Speak English". One of Renfrew County’s native sons, he will share his first-hand command of the [...]
Wakefield Writers Festival des Écrivains
October 16, 2024 - October 21, 2024    
7:00 pm - 9:30 pm
More than a dozen award-winning anglophone and francophone authors, musicians and artists will take the stage at the 10th annual Wakefield Writers Festival des Écrivains from October 16 to 20. For more information on lineup, program, author bios and tickets please go to www.writersfete.com.
Parenting Workshop #1 - Emotional Regulation
October 23, 2024    
6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Join us for the first in our series of parenting workshops! This workshop on Emotional Regulation is designed to empower and resource parents so that they have the tools to support emotional regulation strategies at home. Parents will be invited to share their concerns so that strategies can be tailored to their family's needs. We [...]
Radon Awareness Public Forum
November 2, 2024    
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
MRC-CISSSO-CoP are collaborating to provide important information about Radon: what it is; how to test for it; how to manage it and, grants available to help homeowners pay for mitigation work. Admission is Free. There will be Door Prizes.
Pontiac Sr Comets vs. Glengary Pipers
November 2, 2024    
7:30 pm - 10:00 pm
Events on October 4, 2024
Events on October 5, 2024
Oktoberfest Ladysmith
4 Oct 24
Thorne
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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

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.

 

 

 

Parent Legal Presentations - Wills & Future Planning

Parent Legal Presentations - Wills & Future Planning

May 19, 2026
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Parents’ Voice is thrilled to team up with Info Justice and Connexions to bring you TWO FREE, high‑impact presentations this May!

Enjoy light refreshments and on-site childcare while you learn valuable information that supports you and your family.

May 5 | 6:00–7:30 PM Separation & Custody Discover what every parent should know about navigating separation. This session will break down custody options, decision‑making responsibilities, and how to protect your child’s well-being during major family transitions. Clear, practical guidance—plus a chance to ask your questions.

May 19 | 6:00–7:30 PM Wills & Future Planning Take the mystery out of will‑making! Learn why every parent needs a will, what must be included, how to choose guardians, and the steps to ensure your family is legally protected. Empowering, easy-to-understand information for real‑life peace of mind.

Register at: https://forms.gle/WzV5HV9tFHzTeCoGA

Location will be emailed to all registrants closer to the date.
Both sessions are FREE, family‑friendly, and packed with valuable takeaways.

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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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Oktoberfest Ladysmith
October 4, 2024 - October 6, 2024    
All Day
04 Oct
October 4, 2024    
5:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Friday, October 4, 2024 - Oktoberfest at Brauwerk Hoffman, Campbell’s Bay. Live music with Danny Sylvester and Friends. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Music starts at 7:30. Tickets $28. Call 613-732-0388 for reservations
06 Oct
October 6, 2024    
2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
The "Irishness" of our Ottawa Valley English "Twang," On Sunday, October 6, at 2 p.m., the Bromley Historical Society is pleased to welcome journalist, podcaster and raconteur Barry Conway. His topic will be "How the feckin' Ottawa Valley Irish Speak English". One of Renfrew County’s native sons, he will share his first-hand command of the [...]
Wakefield Writers Festival des Écrivains
October 16, 2024 - October 21, 2024    
7:00 pm - 9:30 pm
More than a dozen award-winning anglophone and francophone authors, musicians and artists will take the stage at the 10th annual Wakefield Writers Festival des Écrivains from October 16 to 20. For more information on lineup, program, author bios and tickets please go to www.writersfete.com.
Parenting Workshop #1 - Emotional Regulation
October 23, 2024    
6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Join us for the first in our series of parenting workshops! This workshop on Emotional Regulation is designed to empower and resource parents so that they have the tools to support emotional regulation strategies at home. Parents will be invited to share their concerns so that strategies can be tailored to their family's needs. We [...]
Radon Awareness Public Forum
November 2, 2024    
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
MRC-CISSSO-CoP are collaborating to provide important information about Radon: what it is; how to test for it; how to manage it and, grants available to help homeowners pay for mitigation work. Admission is Free. There will be Door Prizes.
Pontiac Sr Comets vs. Glengary Pipers
November 2, 2024    
7:30 pm - 10:00 pm
Events on October 4, 2024
Events on October 5, 2024
Oktoberfest Ladysmith
4 Oct 24
Thorne
Events on October 6, 2024
Events on October 16, 2024
Events on October 17, 2024
Events on October 18, 2024
Events on October 19, 2024
Events on October 20, 2024
Events on October 21, 2024
Events on October 23, 2024
Events on November 2, 2024

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