Where: Facebook When: Dec. 1 - 14 The Shawville Lions Club’s Facebook Christmas Auction is running Dec. 1 - 14. Donations are welcomed. Everyone is invited to bid. Find us on Facebook at  "Shawville Lions Christmas Auction 2025". To donate please email shawvillelionsclub2@gmail.com.

A free drop-in community knit and craft night in our beautiful vineyard-side studio. Bring your own project. No instruction is provided, but folks are always happy to help one another out. Everyone is welcome.

The Friends of Chats Falls invites you to the Quyon Community Centre on Friday, December 5, 2025, from 9:30 to 11:00 a.m. . This event will showcase the results of our Archéo-Pontiac project's public archaeological digs from September at Quyon’s municipal park. Learn about recent discoveries and their significance for our shared heritage. At the [...]

December 5–7, 12–14, 19–21, 26–28 décembre | 16 h à 21 h | 4-9 pm The magic returns! Join us for the Festival of Lights at Parc des Chutes Coulonge! La magie est de retour! Joignez-vous à nous pour le Festival des lumières au Parc des Chutes Coulonge! What’s new this year: • A festive [...]

Where: 777 Route 366, Thorne (Ladysmith), Quebec When: 6:30 p.m.  Join us at the TCRA for a fun-filled evening of trivia hosted by Greg Atkinson! Gather your friends, test your knowledge, and see which team will take home the bragging rights. Doors open at 6:30 PM - $10 per person.  Register your team in advance [...]

The annual Bristol Christmas Market hosted by Marché Bristol Market is on again this year! Just in time for the holidays! Find the perfect gift at The Bristol Christmas Market! Jack Graham Community Centre - 32 ch Aylmer, Bristol Dec 6, 2025 (9am - 2pm) 30+ vendors from the Pontiac and beyond! A very special [...]

Marché de Noël d’Antan 6 décembre, de 10h à 15h Maison Bryson, 314 rue Principale, Mansfield Venez vivre la magie d’un marché de Noël traditionnel : Artisans, produits locaux, ambiance festive et décor d’antan pour toute la famille. À ne pas manquer : Parade de Noël des pompiers de Mansfield et Fort-Coulonge à 17h00 Pour [...]

Where: Raymond Johnston Community Centre When: 6 p.m. A fundraiser for the Otter Lake skating rink’s roof and for the town’s 150th celebrations. Turkey dinner served at 6 p.m., and Dennis Harrington and Heritage Country take the stage at 8 p.m.. Advance tickets only, $25, no refund. Contact Lise (873-655-2862) or Doreen (819-453-7688). https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=1295118555992988&set=a.669478741890309

Where: Shawville United Church, 410 Main St., Shawville When: 6:30 p.m.  Join us at Shawville United Church for an evening of traditional and sacred Christmas music! Featuring the SUC Choir, The Church Chicks, and special musical guests, plus delicious homemade desserts. Tickets are limited at $20 (children 13 and under are free). All proceeds support [...]

Come out and join us for our annual Family Christmas Bingo!! 5 turkeys to be won!! Try your luck with family and friends. Doors open at 12:15 on December 7th. https://www.facebook.com/events/834625692791943/

Where: 1298 Hwy. 148, Campbell's Bay When:  1 p.m. Get into the festive spirit at Brauwerk Hoffman for an afternoon of Christmas carols! Everyone is welcome to join the singing or simply hang out and listen. There is no admission fee, but voluntary contributions to the WQLC are gratefully accepted to promote literacy in the [...]

Where: 21 chemin du Village, Luskville When: 2 p.m. The Luskville Choir invites you to its annual Christmas concert. Please bring non-perishable food items as admission. They will be donated to a local non-profit organization to help people in need.  

The Creative Club is hosting a Snowy Cardinal Painting acrylic painting workshop at the TCRA in Ladysmith. If you would like to join, please contact Shane Lucas Bailey via Facebook messenger or by calling 647-787-1980. Price is $35 per person for the 3 hour session - all ages are welcome.

You're Invited to SADC Pontiac’s Mingle Jingle! Let’s celebrate the season together! Join us for a joyful morning filled with holiday cheer, community spirit, and local love. This year is extra special — in celebration of our 40 years, we’re inviting local businesses and artisans to set up pop-up shops in our offices for our [...]

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 [...]

Where: Little Red Wagon Winery, Clarendon When: 6 p.m. Explore Pontiac warmly invites tourism businesses and partners to a joyful evening filled with holiday cheer, great company, and the spirit of giving. Enjoy a silent auction featuring unique Pontiac tourism experiences, with all proceeds benefiting Bouffe Pontiac Food Bank. Let’s make a difference while toasting [...]

Where:  Little Red Wagon Winery When: 7:30 p.m. A Brief History of Jazz        "Fabulous, entertaining, superb musicians"         "Thank you for sharing the stories and history behind the music." David Renaud :       Clarinet,  Bass Clarinet, Tenor sax, Soprano Sax, Flute  Craig Kennedy :      Guitar , Banjo, [...]

Where:  Shawville Arena, 215 rue Lang When: 7:45 p.m. (Warmup at 7:15 p.m.) Regular Season Home Game #6 - Pontiacs vs. Paugan Falls Rapids - December 12 - Battle of Quebec Round 2. Warmup at 7:15 p.m.  Ticket Link: https://events.frontdoor.plus/event/1563

The Pontiac Agricultural Society will be hosting a Craft Show & Christmas Market in the Homecraft Hall at the fairgrounds! Time: 9:00 am to 3:00 pm (Market Open) https://www.facebook.com/share/16LS1APMbB/

Where:  Shawville Arena, 215 rue Lang When: 10 a.m.  The Shawville Figure Skating Club presents “A Christmas Around The World Story”. Admission is free but donations are welcome.  https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=10173726875540160&set=pcb.3161557594051603

Christmas Dinner and Dance Where:  Otter Lake Recreation Centre, 394 Tessier St, Otter Lake  When: 5:30 p.m.  The 50+ Club is having their annual Christmas Dinner and Dance. Get your tickets for a great evening of dining and dancing. https://www.facebook.com/share/1ZeuWPP7gR/

DISCO SUR GLACE – Youth Ice Disco Night! 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 [...]

Where: 777 Route 366, Thorne When: 12 p.m. - 4 p.m.  Doors open at noon for a Christmas movie, snacks, and letter writing, with Santa arriving at 1:30 PM. Dress up for photos! Please RSVP with the number of children and their names to ensure enough gifts and snacks for all. https://www.facebook.com/events/1563817951524578/

Where: Raymond Johnston Community Centre When: Jan 17, Departure at 10 a.m. The Otter Lake 150 Committee is partnering with the Pontiac Quad Club for a poker run hike! Funds raised will support Otter Lake's 150th birthday celebrations planned throughout the coming year. Limited places — book your place now! $30 for the run, $17 [...]

Where:  455 rue Maple, Shawville When: 3 p.m. - 6 p.m. Get into the holiday spirit with a hands-on Christmas wreath workshop! Participants will design and decorate their very own fresh greenery wreath to take home. This festive activity is perfect for young creators who love crafting and holiday fun. https://www.facebook.com/events/3072858002895446/

Where:  Parc des Chutes Coulonge When: Dec 19-20, 4 p.m. - 9 p.m. Experience the magic of the season at Parc des Chutes Coulonge with their brand-new Christmas Market, organized by Lachapelle's Designs happening on December 19th and 20th.  https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=1391271846337886&set=a.619441020187643

Where:  Little Red Wagon Winery When: 7:30 p.m. Join local legend Gail Gavan and her band for an evening of Christmas singalongs, comedy, and community spirit! While the dinner portion of the event is sold out, tickets for the show are still available for purchase. https://www.littleredwagonwinery.com/events-tickets/gail-gavan-friday-december-19th-730pm 

Where:  Shawville Arena, 215 rue Lang When: 7:45 p.m. (Warmup at 7:15 p.m.) Regular Season Home Game #7 - Pontiacs vs. North Dundas Rockets - SANTA VISIT. Warmup at 7:15 p.m. Ticket Link: https://events.frontdoor.plus/event/1564

Where:  Little Red Wagon Winery When: 7:30 p.m. Join local legend Gail Gavan and her band for an evening of Christmas singalongs, comedy, and community spirit! While the dinner portion of the event is sold out, tickets for the show are still available for purchase. https://www.littleredwagonwinery.com/events-tickets/gail-gavan-december-20th-730pm-scdlf

Where:  St. Paul’s Anglican Church Hall, 530 rue Main When: 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. Get into the holiday spirit at our Cozy & Crafty Solstice Gathering! Make festive crafts for all ages, decorate cookies, play board games, enjoy snacks and hot cocoa and don’t miss a special visit from Santa! Free event for everyone. [...]

Where:  Gavan’s Hotel When: 3:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. Harmonious blends of vocals, guitar, fiddle, piano, bass, accordion, clarinet and bagpipes resulting in Country, Celtic, Gospel, Jazz and Rock tunes! Christmas Classics and Pontiac favourites! A perfect way to enjoy some Christmas fun! Bring family and friends to enjoy live music, delicious food and lots [...]

Please join us for a family Christmas Eve service with the season’s music and readings.

This high-energy country party pays tribute to the legends and hitmakers of both classic and modern country music - with crowd-favourites from Dwight Yoakam, Alan Jackson, Garth Brooks, Chris Stapleton, Morgan Wallen, Keith Urban, and many more. Whether you’re two-stepping into midnight with your sweetheart or line dancing with the whole crowd, the Honky-Tonk Heroes [...]

Free Public Skating at the Shawville Arena. Sponsored by the Municipality of Shawville. Friday, January 2 – 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.

Where:  Shawville Arena, 215 rue Lang When: Jan 2nd, 7:45 p.m. (Warmup at 7:15 p.m.) https://shawvillepontiacs.hockeyshift.com/stats#/988/game/1097774

Where: Centre de Loisirs des Draveurs Century 21 Élite, 33 rue du centre récréatif When: 8 p.m. - 1 a.m. Join us for Karaoke Night at the Arena on Friday, January 2, from 8 PM to 1 AM at the Centre de loisirs des Draveurs. Hosted by Francine Aubrey and Christine Bourque, this fundraiser supports [...]

Where: Centre de Loisirs des Draveurs Century 21 Élite, 33 rue du centre récréatif When: Jan 2 - 5  https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=1364272752068564&set=a.586888143140366

Saturday, January 3 – 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. – Sponsored by Shawville Lions Club.