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April 23, 2026

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Events

Upcoming Events

April 2026

Pop-Up Storytime - Shawville
April 26, 2026
All Day
Bryson Lions Club Breakfast and Euchre
April 26, 2026
9:30 am - 12:30 pm
Retail Summit 2026 - Shawville
April 27, 2026
8:30 am - 4:00 pm

May 2026

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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
All Day

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.

 

 

 

Pop-Up Storytime - Shawville

Pop-Up Storytime - Shawville

April 26, 2026
All Day

Join us for an agriculture themed storytime with a craft. Open to all ages.

https://www.facebook.com/events/922539127063119

Bryson Lions Club Breakfast and Euchre

Bryson Lions Club Breakfast and Euchre

April 26, 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. 

 

Retail Summit 2026 - Shawville

Retail Summit 2026 - Shawville

April 27, 2026
8:30 am - 4:00 pm
Retail Summit 2026
Stronger Stores. Stronger Communities.
Join retail business owners from across the region for a full day dedicated to strengthening local retail, sharpening your skills, and building a stronger business community.
The day will include:
► An inspiring keynote from retail champion Emily Arbour on The Destination Effect: Building Towns Worth the Drive
► Practical, retailer-focused workshops on customer service, smartphone photography, merchandising, sales, and inventory management
► A mini trade show and structured networking
► A panel discussion featuring local retail entrepreneurs sharing real‑world insights
► An end‑of‑day social hour designed for meaningful connection
This summit is built to help you elevate your business, gain new tools, and connect with others shaping the future of retail in our region.
Tickets are on sale for $100.

Carrefour jeunesse-emploi Virtual summer job fair

Carrefour jeunesse-emploi Virtual summer job fair

April 29, 2026
10:00 am - 2:00 pm

Where: Online
When: 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. 

The event aims to connect young people in the region with employers seeking workers for the summer season. Held online, the fair will allow youth to explore a variety of summer job opportunities, learn more about local businesses, and connect directly with employers across the region.

Connexions Info Session: Creating an Art Journal - Shawville

Connexions Info Session: Creating an Art Journal - Shawville

April 30, 2026
10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Connexions Info Session: Creating an Art Journal 

Where: St. Paul’s Anglican Church, 530 rue Main, Shawville 

When: 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. 

Join special guest Katharine Fletcher for a workshop on exploring mixed media art journaling. Register at centreconnexions.org. This was rescheduled from Apr. 16. 

https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=10162996397101146&set=a.10150139237051146

Souper de Cipaille/Sea Pie Supper - Fort-Coulonge

Souper de Cipaille/Sea Pie Supper - Fort-Coulonge

April 30, 2026
5:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Where: Club d’Âge d’Or Fort-coulonge, 566 rue Baume
When: 5 p.m.

Réservez la date. Plus d’informations suivront dès que possible.

Souper de cipaille, le 30 avril à 17 h. Tickets must be purchased in advance. Eat in or take out is available.
https://www.facebook.com/events/1577457813339578

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

Season Opening and New Cider Launch Party

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.

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