The Ladysmith Recreation Committee is hosting its first Winter Carnival on Saturday, February 21st, featuring a full day of activities for all ages. The event includes a ball hockey tournament for $250 per team, a euchre tournament for $5 per person, and a chili competition. Guests can also enjoy a community skate, a fire pit, and refreshments from the canteen and hot chocolate station. To register a team or for more details, please message the committee directly.

Where: Raymond Johnston Community Centre, 394 rue Tessier, Otter Lake

When: 6 a.m. onwards

The day’s events include a pancake breakfast beginning at 6 a.m., a dart tournament, a spaghetti supper, and dancing into the evening. Prizes to be won for biggest catches. Non-perishable food donations will be collected for a chance to win a fishing trip. 

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, Feb 21, 2026

• 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!

Where: Little Red Wagon Winery, 165 Chem. de Calumet O, Shawville

When: 6:30 p.m. 

Snacks, wine, and a good time with friends new and old. Tickets are $15 in advance, $20 at the door, or grab your friends and pay only $60 for a table of up to 6.

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Where: Harrington Community Hall, 64 Chem. Pembroke, Chapeau

When: 8:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. 

Come out and enjoy a breakfast while helping support the local community. Pancakes, sausages, beans, coffee, tea and orange juice. $7 for adults and $6 for children. All are welcome! 

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Where: Ferme Pure Conscience Farm, 57 Chem. Ragged Chute, Bristol
When: 12 – 3 p.m.

A fun afternoon of jamming, a drum circle and hearty food! $55 per person.
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Where: 660 rue Principale, Bryson
When: Sunday, Feb 22, 3:30 p.m.

Free Turkey Supper for all Bryson residents 65 and over.
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Where: myFM Centre Recreation Complex, 1 Ma Te Way Park Dr, Renfrew
When: 5:30 – 6:20 p.m.

You don’t need Scottish roots to join in on this bonnie wee skate! Everyone is warmly invited to take part in this lively celebration of the special connection between Canada and Scotland. No kilt required—just bring your good humour, your sense of adventure, and a spirit filled with Scottish fun and fortitude. And of course, don’t forget to wear Canada’s favourite colour: tartan!

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Where: Shawville, Bryson, Otter Lake, Alleyn-et-Cawood, Chapeau 

When: 9 – 11 a.m.

Can’t make it to the MRC’s seniors policy consultation on Feb. 19 in Fort-Coulonge? No worries! There are five more happening the morning of Feb. 24 at Shawville’s Community Lodge (244 rue Main), Bethany Hall in Alleyn-et-Cawood (33 rue Harrison), Otter Lake’s town hall (15 ave. Palmer), Bryson’s Golden Age Club (943 rue Principale), and the Harrington Hall in Chapeau (64 chem. Pembroke). 

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The annual Family Hockey Tournament takes place at the Upper Pontiac Sports Complex on February 27 and 28. The public is welcome to attend and cheer on local teams, with full details and schedules to be released soon.