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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

Little Red Wagon Season Opening Weekend
May 1, 2026 - May 3, 2026
All Day
Giant Tiger Charity BBQ - Shawville
May 2, 2026 - May 3, 2026
All Day
Bryson "Clean Up" Day
May 2, 2026
9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Luskville Spring Farm Hop / Foire de printemps
May 2, 2026 - May 3, 2026
10:00 am - 3:00 pm
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02 Aug
August 2, 2025    
All Day
PPHS REUNION: August 2, 2025 REGISTRATION IS ON AND ACTIVE! $60 per person (cocktails, dinner) Come connect with your classmates. Space limited, so registration & payment a must. E-transfer: pphsreunioncommittee@gmail.com Cheque: Kathy Wickens (call 613-600-1455) 331 Somerville Drive, Perth, ON K7H 3C6
03 Aug
August 3, 2025    
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Location: Otter Lake R.A. Association, 394 Tessier Street Euchre tournament fundraiser for Otter Lake's 150th Anniversary in 2026. Pre-registration on now. $5 per person if pre-registered before the tournament. $8/pp at the door on the day of the tournament. You can send an e-transfer to pre-register to: otterlake150@outlook.com or contact Lory Beaudoin at: lorybeaudoin@gmail.com The [...]
05 Aug
August 5, 2025    
5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
Paul Ryan Park, Waltham
Groupe L'Ile-du-Grand-Calumet Fishing Derby
August 9, 2025    
7:00 am - 4:00 pm
Details: https://www.groupeliledugrandcalumet.ca/
Pines in the Sand - Lemke Family Roots and Branches
August 17, 2025    
2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
The Bromley Historical Society welcomes Renfrew County historian Dave Lemkay to speak on Pines in the Sand - Lemke Family Roots and Branches. This free public presentation takes place on Sunday, August 17, 2pm, at the Old Town Hall, 498 Micksburg Road, Osceola. His talk draws on his extensive family research from Germany to Petawawa [...]
SADC Community Event - Pontiac Ouest
August 21, 2025    
10:00 am - 3:00 pm
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 [...]
166th Cobden Fair
August 22, 2025 - August 24, 2025    
9:30 am - 3:00 pm
Come help us celebrate our 166th Cobden Fair! This year's fair is perfect for all ages! It will be the perfect family event. Join us on Friday, August 22nd, 2025 until Sunday, August 24th, 2025. Enjoy Cope Amusements midway, livestock shows, food and craft vendors, scavenger hunt, bingo and non-stop entertainment all weekend long! Our [...]
artPontiac's Celebration of Youth & Grand Re-Opening
August 23, 2025    
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
All are welcome! Come and celebrate our youth with us at our grand reopening! Yes, you heard us right: grand reopening! August 23, 2025 from 1-4p.m. Fun activities await: silent auction, youth-focused art workshops, live entertainment, food, and much more. Don’t miss the chance to meet us and join the celebration!
Play in the Park! "Twain's Tales" at Mill Dam Park
August 23, 2025    
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Come see the Pontiac Community Players perform “Twain’s at Mill Dam Park in Shawville! Weather dependent. If it rains the day of the show, we will cancel on our facebook page. Stay tuned folks!! Free admission for all, bring your own chair.  Saturday, August 23rd at 2 p.m.
Expo Shawville Fair 2025
August 28, 2025 - September 1, 2025    
All Day
The Valley's Most Family Friendly Fair! www.shawvillefair.ca
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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
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.

 

 

 

Little Red Wagon Season Opening Weekend

Little Red Wagon Season Opening Weekend

May 1, 2026 - May 3, 2026
All Day

Reopening This Friday May 1st for the season!!
Hours- Friday through Sunday open at 1 pm.
Small plates menu and wine tastings

Friday night the pizza oven fires up at 5pm, reservations always appreciated! Open mic starts at 7pm.

For details on concerts and dinner on Saturday evenings.

https://www.littleredwagonwinery.com/events-tickets

 

Giant Tiger Charity BBQ - Shawville

Giant Tiger Charity BBQ - Shawville

May 2, 2026 - May 3, 2026
All Day

Charity BBQ For the Shawville District Minor Hockey Association

May 2nd &3rd

Giant Tiger is celebrating its 65th Birthday.
Great Downtown Renfrew Garage Sale

Great Downtown Renfrew Garage Sale

May 2, 2026
All Day

Great Downtown Renfrew Garage Sale is Saturday May 2nd, 2026.
Register now to reserve your space.
Email info@downtownrenfrewbia.ca
or call 613 432 4848 ext 185.

Live Music in Low Square

Copper Moon – 10:00 – 10:55
Aerik Watson – 11:00 – 11:55
The Exes – 12:00 – 12:55
Memories – 1:00 – 2:00

https://www.facebook.com/events/1416923543563086

Bryson "Clean Up" Day

Bryson "Clean Up" Day

May 2, 2026
9:00 am - 3:00 pm

Where: Municipality of Bryson

When: 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. 

Contact Lucienne LaSalle (819-648-2773) to be assigned a location in town to clean. Bags for garbage and recycling will be provided. 

https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=1468133502021617&set=pcb.1468133922021575

Coronation Hall Season Opening and New Cider Launch Party

Coronation Hall Season Opening and New Cider Launch Party

May 2, 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Season Opening and New Cider Launch Party

We’re opening for the 2026 season and have free treats and special activities to celebrate the launch of our new Pontiac-themed cider. Come see what’s new for this season!

Open 10am – 4pm, with the cider reveal and tapping ceremony at 1pm.

Luskville Spring Farm Hop /  Foire de printemps

Luskville Spring Farm Hop / Foire de printemps

May 2, 2026 - May 3, 2026
10:00 am - 3:00 pm
The Luskville Farm Hop will be in the Chemin Cregheur area of Luskville Quebec.

Four farms and one vineyard will be participating and each farm has animals to see and will have their wares on offer as well as hosting other artisans. There are also Gatineau Park trails along Cregheur for some great hiking.
You can get a map, check out the hosts and artisans on the website: https://luskville.farm-hop.com/
Shawville-Clarendon Fire Department’s Annual Fireman’s Ball

Shawville-Clarendon Fire Department’s Annual Fireman’s Ball

May 2, 2026
8:00 pm - 11:45 pm

Where: Shawville Arena, 215 rue Lang

When: 8 p.m.

The evening will include door prizes and raffles, a light lunch, drinks and music. Tickets are $10, and available in advance from any member of the fire department or at the door on the day of the event.
https://www.facebook.com/events/1358907256002869/

Mother’s Day Workshop - Shawville

Mother’s Day Workshop - Shawville

May 3, 2026
9:00 am - 12:30 pm
Register here: https://forms.gle/jJbrhYsPZBuPFEbDA

All ages welcome! We’re offering 2 sessions (same workshop, just different time options to better serve you).
Mother’s Day Workshop 9:00 – 10:30 AM
Come enjoy a fun and creative workshop where kids can make a special gift for Mom! Bring Mom along for a meaningful time together creating heartfelt keepsakes.
Each child will:
• Decorate a picture frame (please bring a photo of you and Mom)
• Paint and decorate a small flower pot
• Fill out a fun “Mom Questionnaire”
• Create a handmade card
We’ll also decorate cookies for a sweet treat!

Workshop length: 1.5 hours

Cost: $15 per child

OR

Mother’s Day Workshop 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM
Same great workshop—just a different time!
Come enjoy a fun and creative experience where kids can make a special gift for Mom and spend quality time together.

Each child will:
• Decorate a picture frame (please bring a photo of you and Mom)
• Paint and decorate a small flower pot
• Fill out a fun “Mom Questionnaire”
• Create a handmade card
We’ll also decorate cookies for a sweet treat!

Workshop length: 1.5 hours
Cost: $15 per child

Connexions Info Session: Understanding Wills - Otter Lake

Connexions Info Session: Understanding Wills - Otter Lake

May 4, 2026
10:00 am - 11:30 am

Where: Otter Lake RA, 394 rue Tessier

When: 10 – 11:30 a.m.

This will be Connexions’ only workshop on wills this year. It will cover the purpose of a will, who can make one, what it should include, and how to update and validate it. Register at centreconnexions.org

https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=10162931539756146&set=a.10150139237051146

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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
M
T
W
T
F
S
S
28
29
30
31
1
2
12:00 AM - PPHS Reunion
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7
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10
11
12
13
14
15
16
18
19
20
25
26
27
02 Aug
August 2, 2025    
All Day
PPHS REUNION: August 2, 2025 REGISTRATION IS ON AND ACTIVE! $60 per person (cocktails, dinner) Come connect with your classmates. Space limited, so registration & payment a must. E-transfer: pphsreunioncommittee@gmail.com Cheque: Kathy Wickens (call 613-600-1455) 331 Somerville Drive, Perth, ON K7H 3C6
03 Aug
August 3, 2025    
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Location: Otter Lake R.A. Association, 394 Tessier Street Euchre tournament fundraiser for Otter Lake's 150th Anniversary in 2026. Pre-registration on now. $5 per person if pre-registered before the tournament. $8/pp at the door on the day of the tournament. You can send an e-transfer to pre-register to: otterlake150@outlook.com or contact Lory Beaudoin at: lorybeaudoin@gmail.com The [...]
05 Aug
August 5, 2025    
5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
Paul Ryan Park, Waltham
Groupe L'Ile-du-Grand-Calumet Fishing Derby
August 9, 2025    
7:00 am - 4:00 pm
Details: https://www.groupeliledugrandcalumet.ca/
Pines in the Sand - Lemke Family Roots and Branches
August 17, 2025    
2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
The Bromley Historical Society welcomes Renfrew County historian Dave Lemkay to speak on Pines in the Sand - Lemke Family Roots and Branches. This free public presentation takes place on Sunday, August 17, 2pm, at the Old Town Hall, 498 Micksburg Road, Osceola. His talk draws on his extensive family research from Germany to Petawawa [...]
SADC Community Event - Pontiac Ouest
August 21, 2025    
10:00 am - 3:00 pm
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 [...]
166th Cobden Fair
August 22, 2025 - August 24, 2025    
9:30 am - 3:00 pm
Come help us celebrate our 166th Cobden Fair! This year's fair is perfect for all ages! It will be the perfect family event. Join us on Friday, August 22nd, 2025 until Sunday, August 24th, 2025. Enjoy Cope Amusements midway, livestock shows, food and craft vendors, scavenger hunt, bingo and non-stop entertainment all weekend long! Our [...]
artPontiac's Celebration of Youth & Grand Re-Opening
August 23, 2025    
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
All are welcome! Come and celebrate our youth with us at our grand reopening! Yes, you heard us right: grand reopening! August 23, 2025 from 1-4p.m. Fun activities await: silent auction, youth-focused art workshops, live entertainment, food, and much more. Don’t miss the chance to meet us and join the celebration!
Play in the Park! "Twain's Tales" at Mill Dam Park
August 23, 2025    
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Come see the Pontiac Community Players perform “Twain’s at Mill Dam Park in Shawville! Weather dependent. If it rains the day of the show, we will cancel on our facebook page. Stay tuned folks!! Free admission for all, bring your own chair.  Saturday, August 23rd at 2 p.m.
Expo Shawville Fair 2025
August 28, 2025 - September 1, 2025    
All Day
The Valley's Most Family Friendly Fair! www.shawvillefair.ca
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