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Upcoming Events

May 2026

The Pontiac Farmers' Market
May 9, 2026
8:30 am - 12:30 pm
Spring Street Market - Shawville
May 9, 2026
10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Bryson Lions Club Breakfast and Euchre
May 10, 2026
9:30 am - 12:30 pm
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Test & Tune + Rookie School at Le Circuit Quyon

Test & Tune + Rookie School at Le Circuit Quyon

May 9, 2026
9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Time to shake off the winter rust and get back in the groove! Test & Tune is your opportunity to dial in your kart, get reacquainted with the track, and make sure everything’s running smoothly before the start of the race season!
Rookie School: 9AM-12PM

$80.00 + tax for lapping
No cost to attend our Rookie School!

Trinity United Rain Barrel Sale - Kazabazua

Trinity United Rain Barrel Sale - Kazabazua

May 9, 2026
9:30 am - 12:30 pm

This sale helps Trinity United Church send children to summer camp, and will be held at Magasin Général Irwin Ltée, 364 Quebec Route 105, Kazabazua, QC J0X 1X0 on Saturday, May 9, 2026, from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM with home deliveries commencing after the event and continuing daily until completed.

Later pick-up or delivery may be arranged by request. Please phone or email at the contact information below, and add your request in the “Order Note” section.

See our FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQS) for product specific questions or contact Dorothy Herbert at trinityuckaz@gmail.com or 819-463-2210 for location specific questions.

https://rainbarrel.ca/trinityuc/

Spring Street Market - Shawville

Spring Street Market - Shawville

May 9, 2026
10:00 am - 2:00 pm

We’re kicking off our 2026 Main Street Market on May 9th in Shawville!

From 10-2pm, come enjoy a vibrant lineup of amazing local vendors.

Make it the perfect Mother’s Day weekend outing—bring your mom, your friends, and soak up the fun community vibes!

https://www.facebook.com/events/913047991747295/

Mother’s Day Tea / Thé de la fête des Mères - Luskville

Mother’s Day Tea / Thé de la fête des Mères - Luskville

May 9, 2026
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

$40 per person ($25 for kids up to 11).

Come and celebrate the mothers in your life. Whether you are a grandparent, step-parent or guardian. Mothers come in all shapes and sizes and for the afternoon we would like to honour them all!

Register here: 
https://www.mountainviewfarm.ca/mothersdaytea

Bryson Lions Club Breakfast and Euchre

Bryson Lions Club Breakfast and Euchre

May 10, 2026
9:30 am - 12:30 pm

Where: 660 rue Principale, Bryson

When: 9:30 a.m.

Start your day with a hearty breakfast and some friendly competition! Join us at the Bryson Lions Club for a regular breakfast, then stick around for a fun Euchre game right after. Tickets are $12, or $5 for children 12 and under. 

Planting Workshop with Homegrown - Shawville

Planting Workshop with Homegrown - Shawville

May 12, 2026
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Join us for a fun and interactive 1‑hour planting workshop with Lindsay Hamilton from Homegrown! Kids will learn meaningful gardening tips and get hands‑on experience planting their very own creation. Every child will go home with a pot and a new plant to care for.

Tuesday, May 12
6:00–7:00 PM
Shawville Lodge
Cost: $20 a child
This workshop is perfect for children ages 5+, with parent supervision and assistance encouraged. Come dig in and grow something beautiful with us!https://www.facebook.com/events/1846530829365226/

Bryson Lion's Club Monthly Meeting

Bryson Lion's Club Monthly Meeting

May 13, 2026
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm

If you’d like to participate or join, you’re welcome to stop by. Thank you!

https://www.facebook.com/events/1217882100295535/1217882106962201/

Summer Farmer & Artisan Market - Bristol

Summer Farmer & Artisan Market - Bristol

May 16, 2026
9:00 am - 1:00 pm

Follow Marché Bristol Market to their NEW LOCATION at Coronation Hall Cider Mills – 206 ch. River, Bristol!

Open rain or shine, every Saturday from May 16 to Oct 10! 9am – 1pm.

– Come for your weekly grocery staples like bread, produce, meat, and eggs!
– Discover local crafters, artists, wood workers, makers, honey producers, brewers, florists, designers and more!
– Live music
– Free to play lawn games
– BBQ
– Coffee & Tea with donation
– Coronation Hall boutique open during market

*Special Event Dates & Locations*
May 16: Grand Opening
July 1: Canada Day/For Dept Fundraiser, 1 rue Park (Norway Bay Public Beach)
August 1: Kids Day, 1 rue Park (Norway Bay Public Beach)
October 10: Thanksgiving Market, 206 ch. River (Bristol)
December 5: Christmas Market, 32 ch. Aylmer (Bristol)

Follow us on Facebook and Instagram @marchebristolmarket

The Great Thorne Garage Sale

The Great Thorne Garage Sale

May 16, 2026
9:00 am - 3:00 pm
The Great Thorne Garage Sale is Coming!

Join us for a town-wide garage sale happening the May Long Weekend – Saturday Only!

Date: Saturday May 16th
Time: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
How to participate:
• Set up at your home/driveway

• Or reserve a spot at the Municipal Hall (perfect for those outside the village!) please email us at associationrecreativeladysmith@gmail.com

BBQ Fundraiser at the Hall!
The Thorne Fire Department will be on site serving:
Hot dogs
Burgers
Cola

Come grab lunch and support your local fire department!

Turn your unused items into cash
Reduce, reuse & keep items out of the landfill
Explore sales all around Thorne!
Bonus: Happening the same weekend as FREE drop-off at the transfer station — sell what you can, and you can responsibly dispose of the rest!
Let’s make this our first annual Great Thorne Garage Sale

Spread the word, invite your neighbours, and start cleaning out those closets!

https://www.facebook.com/share/1G5veJJqYi/

16 May

Bristol Community Association - Annual General Meeting

May 16, 2026
10:00 am - 12:00 pm

The Bristol Community Association will be holding their Annual General Meeting. New members are Welcome!

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