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March 2026

Bryson RA Easter Egg Hunt
March 29, 2026
10:30 am - 1:30 pm

April 2026

Shawville Easter Market
April 4, 2026
9:00 am - 2:00 pm
Easter Egg Hunt at Chutes Coulonge
April 4, 2026
11:00 am - 4:00 pm
49th Shawville Community Bonspiel
April 9, 2026 - April 12, 2026
12:00 am
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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
Oktoberfest Ladysmith
4 Oct 24
Thorne
Events on October 5, 2024
Oktoberfest Ladysmith
4 Oct 24
Thorne
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MRC Pontiac Centraide Breakfast - Campbell's Bay

MRC Pontiac Centraide Breakfast - Campbell's Bay

April 1, 2026
7:30 am - 9:30 am

Where:  Campbell’s Bay Recreation Centre, 2 rue Second

When: 7:30 – 9:30 a.m.

The MRC Pontiac invites you to a breakfast in support of Centraide Outaouais, which invests over $220,000 annually in community organizations across the Pontiac. Tickets are $20, and can be purchased at the MRC or online: https://shorturl.at/yBXYX .

Info Session: Preparing for the Death of a Loved One - Shawville

Info Session: Preparing for the Death of a Loved One - Shawville

April 2, 2026
10:00 am - 11:30 am

Where:  St. Paul’s Anglican Church Hall, 530 rue Main, Shawville

When: 10 – 11:30 a.m.
Greg Hayes from Hayes Funeral Home will discuss funeral trends, pre-arranged funerals, and estate planning. RBC branch manager Meagan Derouin will explain joint versus single accounts and how bank accounts are accessed after death. 
https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=10162849731011146&set=a.10150139237051146

Shawville Easter Market

Shawville Easter Market

April 4, 2026
9:00 am - 2:00 pm

Where:  St. Paul’s Anglican Church Hall, 530 rue Main, Shawville

When: 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.
The indoor event will bring together a variety of unique vendors offering an assortment of products for visitors of all ages. Attendees will also be able to enjoy takeout meals, take part in a raffle draw and benefit from free parking.
https://chipfm.com/en/a-second-easter-market-in-shawville

Easter Egg Hunt at Chutes Coulonge

Easter Egg Hunt at Chutes Coulonge

April 4, 2026
11:00 am - 4:00 pm

Where:  Chutes Coulonge Park, 100 Prom. Du-Parc-des-Chutes

When: 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Visitors can explore the park in search of eggs hidden along the various trails, all while enjoying the fresh air and spectacular scenery of the Falls. Children will have the opportunity to have fun, discover the wonders of the surrounding nature, and share memorable moments with their loved ones.
https://chipfm.com/en/easter-egg-hunt-at-chutes-coulonge-a-festive-day-for-the-whole-family

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.

 

 

 

49th Shawville Community Bonspiel

49th Shawville Community Bonspiel

April 9, 2026 - April 12, 2026
12:00 am

Where: Shawville Curling Club, 381 rue Lang, Shawville
When: Thursday to Sunday


The Shawville Curling Club is pleased to announce its 49th Community Bonspiel. Registration forms are available at the club, $80/team plus four prizes. Registration deadline is April 3. Come join the fun and support the club

Live at Gavan’s - The Abrams

Live at Gavan’s - The Abrams

April 11, 2026
8:00 pm - 11:45 pm

Where: Gavan’s Hotel, 1157 rue de Clarendon, Quyon
When: 8 p.m.

Brothers James and John, known together as The Abrams, are bringing their explosive live energy and world-class music to the Gavan’s stage Saturday, April 11. Opening the 18+ show with a modern country edge is singer-songwriter, and Ottawa-based radio personality, Tanaeya! Entry fee is $25 per person.
https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=926860693673670&set=a.112587245101023

Pontiac Pride’s “Spring Fling” - Shawville

Pontiac Pride’s “Spring Fling” - Shawville

April 18, 2026
8:00 pm - 11:45 pm

Where: Shawville Fairgrounds, 215 rue Lang
When: 8 p.m. – 12 a.m.

Enjoy a show to remember with our talented cast of performers! But, bring your dancing shoes because we will not be taking this night sitting down! Get swept onto the floor with the energetic beats of our resident dj, Hunter Heart.
https://www.facebook.com/events/770674459072628/

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

Where: Club d’Âge d’Or Fort-coulonge, 566 rue Baume
When: 5 p.m.

Réservez la date. Plus d’informations suivront dès que possible.

Souper de cipaille, le 24 avril à 17 h. Tickets must be purchased in advance. Eat in or take out is available.
https://www.facebook.com/events/1577457813339578

Fourth annual BGCFD poker run

Fourth annual BGCFD poker run

April 25, 2026
11:00 am - 4:00 pm

Where: Leaving at depanneur Berard, chem. De Trancredie Ile-du-Grand-Calumet
When: 11 a.m.
If you have any questions you can contact Kelly Nitschkie – Cell: (819) 360-2854
https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1CU7TWNzd6/

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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
Oktoberfest Ladysmith
4 Oct 24
Thorne
Events on October 5, 2024
Oktoberfest Ladysmith
4 Oct 24
Thorne
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