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November 5, 2025

Esther Colpitts

The last row

I planted carrots in my garden this year, a little too thick. I thinned them as I went along and have had lots of yummy

Restart

The power went off momentarily the other day and my cassette tape recorder went back to A.M. I listen to C.H.R.I. regularly. It is 99.1

Don’t give up

I had too much food left over after our Thanksgiving dinner this year. Too much food? In a world where some people are starving, how

Don’t give up

I planted pole beans on the side of my house this spring. They grew up over the roof of the porch and gave a good

Unexpected changes

My little cat spends most of her day next door. My neighbour puts out water for their own two cats, so she has fresh water

Unexpected changes

I was asked to walk a dog for a friend and so I did. I had walked my own and knew what worked and what

The bookmark

I sat down, picked up my bible and began to read where I had left off. Anxious thoughts were threatening to take over. “Do not

Strength in weakness

I planted Morning Glory seeds beside my deck thinking they could climb up and look very pretty in that spot. Sure enough most of them

A thankful heart

I’ve noticed the bees are very active in my flowers. They instinctively know winter is coming and they are preparing. It amazes me to watch

Priorities

There is a beautiful lawn that stands out to me on my daily walk. The grass is a uniform thick green with absolutely no weeds

The last row

I planted carrots in my garden this year, a little too thick. I thinned them as I went along and have had lots of yummy small carrots. But, as the temperature keeps dropping I know I am going to have

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Restart

The power went off momentarily the other day and my cassette tape recorder went back to A.M. I listen to C.H.R.I. regularly. It is 99.1 F.M. Try as I might it would not change back. Giving up for a number

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Don’t give up

I had too much food left over after our Thanksgiving dinner this year. Too much food? In a world where some people are starving, how is that possible? It got me thinking. I need to do things differently.  Send some

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Don’t give up

I planted pole beans on the side of my house this spring. They grew up over the roof of the porch and gave a good crop. Sometime in August though, they quit. I did notice flowers on the vines but

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Unexpected changes

My little cat spends most of her day next door. My neighbour puts out water for their own two cats, so she has fresh water and she gets treats from them as well so why not? I’m thankful for caring

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Unexpected changes

I was asked to walk a dog for a friend and so I did. I had walked my own and knew what worked and what didn’t. I tried speaking a command in a firm voice and that proved useless. She

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The bookmark

I sat down, picked up my bible and began to read where I had left off. Anxious thoughts were threatening to take over. “Do not fret,” Psalm 37:8. Yes! Exactly what I needed to hear, needed today! I felt a

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Strength in weakness

I planted Morning Glory seeds beside my deck thinking they could climb up and look very pretty in that spot. Sure enough most of them did. But as I was weeding, I noticed one vine was lying on the ground.

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A thankful heart

I’ve noticed the bees are very active in my flowers. They instinctively know winter is coming and they are preparing. It amazes me to watch their activity and that of the squirrels which are also gathering for winter. Without anyone

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Priorities

There is a beautiful lawn that stands out to me on my daily walk. The grass is a uniform thick green with absolutely no weeds anywhere.  How they have managed to maintain it through this drought says something about their

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LOCAL EVENTS
Pontiac Historical Society AGM

Pontiac Historical Society AGM

November 12, 2025
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

The Pontiac Historical Society will hold its Annual General Meeting at the Pontiac Archives, 358 Main Street, Shawville, Quebec, on Wednesday, 12 November 2025, at 7:00 p.m.  All are welcome.  Phone 819-647-3538 for information.

SADC Community Event - Thorne

SADC Community Event - Thorne

November 13, 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 variety of services we offer, chat about business strategies and opportunities, and connect with our fantastic team. Whether you’re a local business owner, an aspiring entrepreneur, or just curious about what we do, this day is open to all!

Let’s celebrate together and look forward to many more years of growth and community success. Feel free to bring your friends and family, we look forward to seeing you there!

Thorne

Célébrons 40 ans d’impact local avec la SADC Pontiac !

Nous sommes ravis de vous inviter à vous joindre à notre équipe pour célébrer les 40 ans de développement économique local de la SADC Pontiac, directement dans votre communauté. Cet présence spéciale fait partie de notre tournée à travers toutes les 19 municipalités de notre territoire.

Venez découvrir les services que nous offrons, discuter des stratégies et opportunités d’affaires, et rencontrer notre équipe fantastique. Que vous soyez un propriétaire d’entreprise local, un entrepreneur en herbe, ou simplement curieux de savoir ce que nous faisons, cet événement est ouvert à tous !

Célébrons ensemble et envisageons de nombreuses autres années de croissance et de succès communautaire. N’hésitez pas à venir accompagné(e) de vos amis et de votre famille — au plaisir de vous y voir!

Hooley in the Hall (Every Friday in Shawville)

Hooley in the Hall (Every Friday in Shawville)

November 14, 2025
7:00 pm - 9:30 pm

Every Friday – Hooley in the Hall. Live music 7 – 9:30 p.m. Anglican Church Hall, 530 Main, Shawville. Free. Dance if you’d like

Pontiacs vs. Arnprior Rivermen - November 14 (Minor Hockey Night)

Pontiacs vs. Arnprior Rivermen - November 14 (Minor Hockey Night)

November 14, 2025
7:45 pm - 10:00 pm

Where:  Shawville Arena, 215 rue Lang

When: 7:45 p.m. (Warmup at 7:15 p.m.)

Regular Season Home Game #4 – Pontiacs vs. Arnprior Rivermen – Minor Hockey Night. Warmup at 7:15 p.m. 

Ticket link: https://events.frontdoor.plus/event/1555

Pontiac Artisans Christmas Market

Pontiac Artisans Christmas Market

November 15, 2025
10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Come shop local and support a great cause!

We’re bringing together a fantastic lineup of talented artisans from across the Pontiac—perfect for checking off your holiday shopping list. From handcrafted goods to festive treats, there’s something for everyone!

Support the school, support local artists, and get into the holiday spirit with us!

Tag your friends, share the event, and we’ll see you there!
15 Nov

St-Edwards Christmas Tea and Bazaar

November 15, 2025
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

St-Edwards Christmas Tea and Bazaar will be held at 34 ch Bristol on Saturday, November 15, 2025 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.

https://www.facebook.com/events/1870755183815088

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