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Below is a list of relevant pages: | 1. | Park Art |
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| Events and Festivals >> Community Days and Events | | Bring the whole family to Park Art in Eganville's Centennial Park, Saturday July 23rd.
Events and activities from 10 am - 3 pm.
Admission: FREE! | |
| 2. | Snow Fun Weekend |
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| Events and Festivals >> Winter Events | | Times are to be determand. | |
| 4. | BBQ and Cornroast |
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| Events and Festivals >> Community Days and Events | | BBQ & Cornfest
CAREFOR CIVIC
Friday August 19, 2011
4pm- 9pm
FREE admission
BBQ &7.00
LIVE, LOCAL TALENT | |
| 6. | Marathon and 6km run |
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| Events and Festivals >> Sporting Events and Tournaments | | Looking for a fun way to exercise? Why not participate in the 11th Annual 1/3 Marathon and 6km Run event? Starting at 2:00 pm.
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| 7. | Giant Pumpkin Boat Races |
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| Events and Festivals >> Fairs and Agricultural Events | | See giant pumpkins carved into boats racing around Hugli's pond.
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| 8. | Fall Showcase 2011 |
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| Events and Festivals >> Community Days and Events | | providing the Valley's largest spring and fall Home, Consumer and Leisure Shows! | |
| 9. | Bay Day 2011 |
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| Events and Festivals >> Community Days and Events | |
Classic cars
Live music
Street vendors
Games
Dancing
Much, much more!
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| 10. | Festival of The Senses |
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| Events and Festivals >> Festivals | | In and around the villages of Calabogie and Burnstown many of the Artists and Businesses are gearing up to delight all your senses with a host of special events and special activities. The Festival is anchored by two popular and well-attended events -- Richard Gill's Annual Fall Show at the... | |
| 11. | Harvest Hootenanny! |
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| Events and Festivals >> Events for Children | | Kidz 1st Recreation Programs has specialty events EVERY month! November's Harvest Hootenanny is an afternoon event from 1 until 4 p.m. on Saturday, November 19, 2011, for ages 5-12. Cost is $10.00 for CAC members and $15.00 for Non-CAC. For more information please call the Recreation Complex... | |
| 12. | Strawberry Tea |
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| Events and Festivals >> Community Days and Events | | A Strawberry Tea will be held at the School House Museum, 35753 Hwy 17, Laurentian Hills, on Sunday 26 June 2011. | |
| 13. | Show and Shine |
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| Events and Festivals >> Community Days and Events | | Entertainment, Refreshments, Music, prizes
10 am to 3 pm | |
| 14. | Doors Open Pembrke |
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| Events and Festivals >> Community Days and Events | | Doors Open Pembroke will be on September 24, 2011. Doors Open Ontario is a province wide celebration designed to create access, awareness and excitement about our architectural & cultural heritage.
For more information on participatinf sites, please click here | |
| 15. | Fun Day |
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| Events and Festivals >> Community Days and Events | | Fun Day! Times: 12 pm - 4 pm. | |
| 16. | Kinburn Winter Carnival |
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| Events and Festivals >> Winter Events |  This year's Winter Carnival all kicks off on Thursday with a six-handed euchre tournament.
Friday night is a spaghetti dinner, family skating and a social event in the community centre main hall.
Saturday's events include outdoor hockey, parade, skills competitions, sleigh rides,... | |
| 18. | Carol Sing and Christmas Tree Lighting |
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| Events and Festivals >> Community Days and Events | | Carol Singing a St Aidans Church followed by Christmas treats, mulled cider at the Ross House, a pioneer's Christmas party. | |
| 19. | Arnprior Canada Day Car Show |
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| Events and Festivals >> Community Days and Events | | East Side Mario's and the Quality Inn Arnprior will be hosting our annual canada day car show. Registration from 8am-11am in the in the parking lot. | |
| 20. | Shanty Days |
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| Events and Festivals >> Community Days and Events | | Features buck set square dancing, old tyme fiddle music, a loggers meal of baked beans,roast pork on a bun, salads and homemade pies and beverage.
Demonstrations of pioneer activities, horsshoeing, woodworking , spinning quilting and more. | |
| 21. | Fusion of Senses |
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| Events and Festivals >> Community Days and Events | | Experience 5 differnt cultural foods paired with wines from around the world. Fused with photgraphy, dance and music this event promises to be an evening not soon to be forgotten. Tickets are limited at only $40.00 per person. For more information contact 687-5678 | |
| 22. | Strawberry Social |
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| Events and Festivals >> Community Days and Events | | Join in the fun and activities at the Champlain Trail Museum for the Strawberry Social event! Starting at 11:30 am. | |
| 24. | Giant Pumpkin Weigh-off |
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| Events and Festivals >> Fairs and Agricultural Events | | Participate in the Giant Pumpkin Weigh-off event! Starting at noon.
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| 26. | ENDLESS SUMMER RIBFEST |
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| Events and Festivals >> Community Days and Events |  Four professional rib teams compete for your taste buds. Live Music all weekend long, and our very own unique festival of MUD! Theres still more fireworks, childrens KIDS ZONE, craft fair and more still!The best part is the weekend pass for the entire event is only $5.00 | |
| 27. | ATV |
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| Local Media >> Local Television Stations | | Videographers
John McMaster: johnmcmaster@atv.ca
Contact: ottawa@atv.ca
Station Manager: marie.mask@atv.ca
Community Events: ottawa.events@atv.ca | |
| 28. | Sno Spree 2012 FAMILY FUN NIGHT |
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| Events and Festivals >> Winter Events | | Wednesday, February 1, 2012
6 p.m. -10 p.m.
Alice Ski Hill
Pembroke Ski and Snowboard Club
613-732-2776
** Equipment Rental & Ski Lessons Available ... CASH - NO DEBIT. | |
| 29. | Base Petawawa Thrift Shop |
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| Events and Festivals >> Community Days and Events | | The Base Petawawa Thrift Shop will be OPEN this Saturday from 10:00am - 1:00pm. $10.00 Bag Sale in Basement, great finds. Come on out and support us. | |
| 30. | 13 Marathon and 6km Run |
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| Events and Festivals >> Sporting Events and Tournaments | | Looking for a fun way to exercise? Why not participate in the 11th Annual 1/3 Marathon and 6km Run event? Starting at 2:00 pm. | |
| 31. | Missing Link Family Day |
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| Events and Festivals >> Winter Events | | Snowmachine to Scope Lake for activities as well as fishing. Lunch provided. Call for directions. | |
| 32. | Pembroke Santa Claus Parade of Lights |
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| Events and Festivals >> Community Days and Events | | The City of Pembroke annual Santa Claus Parade of Lights will be taking place Saturday November 26. The parade will begin at Moncion Grocers back parking lot and proceed through our City's historic downtown core.
For more in information on how to register a float, please click here | |
| 33. | MiwellToromont Cat Bonnechere Cup & 6th Annual Canadian Vintage Championship |
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| Events and Festivals >> Sporting Events and Tournaments | | Some of the greatest names in snowmobiling history have experienced
the ‘thrill of victory and the agony of defeat’ right here at our track.
Names like Lee, Vandolder, Riemenschneider, Wahl, Vessair and
of course, Villeneuve, have all shaped the course of their careers
at the Bonnechere Cup.
It has become one of the most elusive and coveted prizes in snowmobile racing! | |
| 34. | Petawawa Sportsman Show |
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| Events and Festivals >> Community Days and Events | | The 4th year running together with our Petawawa Women's Show and Petawawa Outdoors Show. For more information, visit us online at www.ontarioshows.com | |
| 35. | SnoSpree 2012 |
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| Events and Festivals >> Winter Events |  SnoSpree will be taking place February 1-5.
Free Ski Night
Rotary Park Skating Party
The Beatles Tribute Show
SnoSpree Central
Knights of Columbus Sliding Party | |
| 36. | Giant Pumpkin Boat Races |
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| Events and Festivals >> Community Days and Events | | Participate in the Giant Pumpkin Boat Races event! Starting at 1 pm.
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| 37. | Pre Christmas Bake Sale |
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| Events and Festivals >> Community Days and Events | | The Annual Pre Christmas Bake sale , sponsored by the School House Museum will be held at the Lions Club Hall in Chalk River on Sunday 20 Nov 2011. Come stock up on all the home made goodies. | |
| 38. | The Petawawa Women's Show |
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| Events and Festivals >> Community Days and Events | | The 2nd year running together with our Petawawa Sportsman Show and Petawawa Outdoors Show. For more information, visit us online at www.ontarioshows.com | |
| 39. | Petawawa Outdoors Show |
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| Events and Festivals >> Sporting Events and Tournaments | | The 3rd year running together with our Petawawa Women's Show and Petawawa Sportsman Show. For more information, visit us online at www.ontarioshows.com | |
| 40. | 39th Silver Spoon Classic |
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| Events and Festivals >> Sporting Events and Tournaments | | Starting at 11:00 a.m.
St. Mary's School, Highway 17, Deep River
Deadline for entries: Friday, January 29, 2010
Classic style only, except skating knock-out sprint
Don't forget to sign up for the knock-out sprint event!
Awards will be held in the St. Mary's cafeteria this... | |
| 41. | Public Economic Development Meeting |
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| Events and Festivals >> Community Days and Events | | There will be a Public Economic Development meeting at 7 pm featuring guest speaker Carmen Goold from the Ministry of Citizenship and Immigration, Ministry of Tourism as well as the Ministry of Health Promotion and Sport. | |
| 42. | Victorian Tea |
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| Events and Festivals >> Community Days and Events | | Victorian Tea! Time: 11:30 am. | |
| 43. | PA Day Program!! |
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| Events and Festivals >> Events for Children | |
Join the Kidz 1st staff at the Rec Plex for our PA Day Program on January 27th, 2012.
For children attending French Schools, ages 3-12, 8:30 a.m.- 4:15 p.m. We'll be out and getting some fresh air, going sliding at the hill at Twin Rivers!
Many more fun activities planned for the rest of... | |
| 44. | Giant Pumpkin Weighoff |
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| Events and Festivals >> Community Days and Events | | Participate in the Giant Pumpkin Weigh-off event! Starting at noon. | |
| 45. | Family Movie Afternoon |
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| Events and Festivals >> Events for Children | | Family Movie Afternoon
on Wednesday, January 4, 2012
from 2 pm to 4 pm
at the Eganville & District Senior Needs Association
30 Bell Street, Eganville
Cost is $2.00 per person / $5.00 for a family.
Popcorn will be provided. | |
| 46. | 11th Annual Old Snowmobile Show |
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| Events and Festivals >> Winter Events | | Saturday January 8, 2011. From 10 am to 4 pm.
Admission $5 per person
(Free admission with show sled)
The BIGGEST OLD SLED SHOW in Ontario!
Old Snowmobile Show & Shine
Swap Section – Buy & Sell Parts & Sleds
Swap Spaces $10
Grounds open 8 am
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| 47. | Cupid's Got You! |
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| Events and Festivals >> Events for Children | | Come join the Kidz 1st staff at the Rec Plex from 6-9 p.m. and celebrate Valentines Day with "Cupid's Challenge", "Heart Hunt"..Etc. Enjoy some Cup-O-Love Punch and Decorate a Yummy Valentines Day Treat with your friends! For Ages 5-12. Cost is $10.00 CAC and $15.00 Non... | |
| 48. | Braeside Winter Carnival |
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| Events and Festivals >> Community Days and Events | | Held at the Braeside RA Centre on Sarah St., the Braeside Winter Carnival kicks off at 8:00 with a Pancake Breakfast, games, and the popular Mens Cake Contest and auction. Hockey and euchre tournaments are featured. | |
| 49. | Yuk Yuk's Comedy Night |
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| Events and Festivals >> Community Days and Events | | Yuk Yuk's Comedy Night will keep you laughing until it hurts!
Saturday, January 21, 2012
Eagle's Nest (178 Jane Street) Eganville
Two shows: 7 pm and 9:30 pm
Tickets: $15 in advance / $20 at the door
Contact: Dana Jennings at 613.628.3101 ext. 227 or via email at danaj@eganville.com | |
| 50. | RCATV Fun Day |
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| Events and Festivals >> Community Days and Events | | Renfrew County ATV is hosting a Fun Day with trailside BBQ at the warmup shack on Round Lake Road (near Alice Ski Hill) on Sunday May 1st, 2011. Our ATV trails open for the season today. RCATV permits are required and will be available at the staging area. 10am start. | |
| 52. | Golf for the Cure |
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| Events and Festivals >> Sporting Events and Tournaments | | Golf for the cure at Whitetail Golf Club,Ladies night, Wednesday, September 14, 2011. 5:00 shot-gun start, 4 -person scramble. $40.00 for 9 holes golf, cart, dinner and prizes. Members from other golf clubs-free green fees, so price will be $30.00. All proceeds go to Breast cancer research. Pledge forms avaibable, tax receipts will be issued for donations of $25 or more. LOTS OF FUN AND PRIZES | |
| 53. | PA DAY Program |
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| Events and Festivals >> Events for Children | | With Kidz 1st! Every PA Day we have exciting activities, an outting AND a Hot Lunch! This time we will be sliding at Millenium Trail and having Pizza for lunch! So come join us at the South Side Community Center for a fun-filled PA DAY!! Our program runs from 8:30 a.m. til 4:15 p.m. BUT We also... | |
| 54. | Ottawa Valley 2011 Travel Guide |
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| Info Centre >> Travel Resources |  The Ottawa Valley Travel Guide is your introduction to the many exciting possibilities that await you on your trip to Ontario's Adventure Playground.
It features a complete listing of accommodations, attractions and events, places to eat, a calendar of events and much more.A "must have"... | |
| 55. | March Break Fun Days |
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| Events and Festivals >> Community Days and Events | | March Break Fun Days! No plans this March Break? Join us in Deep River for activities guaranteed to be fun! | |
| 56. | Family Board Game Night |
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| Events and Festivals >> Events for Children | | Family Board Game Night
at the Bonnechere Union Public Libary
74-A Maple Street, Eganville
from 6:30 pm to 9:00 pm
Cost is $2.00 per person / $5.00 for a family
Games will be provided....or bring your own.
Snacks will be provided. | |
| 57. | Winter FUNderland |
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| Events and Festivals >> Events for Children | | Kidz 1st Recreation Programs presents....Winter FUNderland! With Sno-Shoe Races, Snowman Building Contests, Hot Chocolate, Snowman Poop Eating Contest?!? and MORE!!! Join us at the Rec Plex at CFB Petawawa on Saturday, January 28th, 2012 from 1- 4 p.m. Ages 5-12. Cost is $10.00 per child (CAC) and... | |
| 58. | Giant Pumpkin Boat Races |
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| Events and Festivals >> Community Days and Events | | Participate in the Giant Pumpkin Boat Races event! Starting at 1 pm. | |
| 59. | Eco Expo Pontiac |
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| Events and Festivals >> Community Days and Events |  The Eco Expo is a fun and informative event offering all green enthusiasts access to new technologies and innovations.
The show also features family oriented workshops for everyday green living and a fun filled Kids Zone for all ages!
Eco Expo Pontiac.
Innovations for Life... | |
| 60. | FAMILY DAY FUN! |
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| Events and Festivals >> Events for Children | | Mom and dad have to work on Family Day? Then come spend it with Kidz 1st! We have an awesome day planned! Packed full of fun and exciting activities, including a trip to Fort Coulonge for tubing!!!We are also offering a Hotdog Lunch! Our program will run out of the South Side Community Center, from... | |
| 61. | Petawawa Sportsman Show 2011 |
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| Events and Festivals >> Community Days and Events | | The Petawawa Sportsman Show features 75 exhibitors of sportsman equipment and services. Available will be fishing and hunting equipment, resorts and outfitters, etc. This show runs at the same time as our very sucessful Women's Show, Outdoors Show and Vendors Village for a total of 300+... | |
| 62. | Pretty in Pink Girls Nite Out! |
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| Events and Festivals >> Events for Children | | Our first session of 2012, "Fab Fashionistas", starts Jan. 13th. Ages 9-12. 4 week sessions, with a new and exciting theme every time! Every Friday night from 6-10 p.m. at the Rec Plex! Register at PSP Online or for more information call the Recreation Complex at 613-687-2932.
This... | |
| 63. | Museum Fun Day |
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| Events and Festivals >> Community Days and Events |  July 24th at the School House Museum, 12 noon to 4 PM Fun Day is old
fashioned, volunteer-run fun, in the buildings and under the tall pines of our beautiful grounds. There are races and games for the children, demonstrations, barbecue, baking contest, and auction, and The Cow Paddy Bingo. Cow... | |
| 64. | Soldier On Winter Sports Clinic 2012 |
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| Events and Festivals >> Winter Events | | "Soldier On" is a fund that provides sport, recreation and specialized equipment to military members who need it. Every year Calabogie Peaks provides a special clinic to aid soldiers in the use of adaptive ski equipment. | |
| 65. | Petawawa Heritage SocietyChristmas Pot Luck Dinner |
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| Events and Festivals >> Community Days and Events |  Every year the Heritage Society and its members and friends gather at the Petawawa All Saints Anglican Church and celebrate the Christmas season with music, a wonderful meal, games, laughter and lots of prizes.
So bring your favorite season dish and come on out and celebrate with us. We... | |
| 66. | Killaloe Kool Summer Dayz |
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| Events and Festivals >> Community Days and Events | | Join in the fun all month long during Killaloe Kool Summer Dayz! | |
| 67. | General Lake Fundraising Gift and Craft Show |
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| Events and Festivals >> Community Days and Events |  Please join us on November 26 2011 to fundraise for General Lake Public School, and get all your holiday shopping done in one place. Your entrance fee along with the Vendor's Table fee is donated to the school to help fund school trips, presentation speakers and obtain new classroom resources.... | |
| 68. | Haunted House |
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| Events and Festivals >> Events for Children | | Come Visit the "Haunted House" at Legion Field in Eganville (8 Foran Street)October 26, 27, 28 & 29 from 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm. Admission fee is $3.00 per person. Proceeds support the Bonnechere Valley Youth Activity Centre. (No refunds for scaredy cats!!) | |
| 69. | Celebrating Our Game Day 2 Kick Off Party |
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| Events and Festivals >> Winter Events |  New to the Celebrating Our Game Day event this year is the Celebrating Our Game Day Kick Off Party that will take place at Frisco’s Restaurant on Friday evening February 3rd, 2012 featuring, poetry, stories, and songs related to hockey. You don’t have to be a hockey fan to enjoy this evening. Frisco's Restaurant reservations 613-628-5344. Info: Chris Hinsperger 613-628-2283. | |
| 70. | Petawawa Spring Showcase 2011 |
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| Events and Festivals >> Community Days and Events |  Don't miss the Petawawa Spring Showcase being held April 15-17, 2011 at the Petawawa Civic Centre.
Visit over 160 exhibitors, including Endangered Ontario. Admission is FREE!
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| 72. | Civic Centre Days |
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| Events and Festivals >> Community Days and Events | | Join in the fun during Petawawa Civic Centre Days! There's something for everyone. | |
| 73. | Free Family Fun Day at Pinto Valley Ranch |
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| Events and Festivals >> Winter Events |  Sunday January 20, 2011 - Free sleigh rides through our scenic trails, tobogganning and skating on the pond from 11am - 4pm (please bring your own helmets and toboggans - use of hill is at your own risk) Live entertainment at Step Up Ruby's Restaurant just come on over - There are no... | |
| 74. | Fall Family Fun Run |
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| Events and Festivals >> Community Days and Events | | Race Kit Pickup:
Monday, October 10 - Friday, October 14, 2011
8:30am - 4:30pm
Petawawa Civic Center, 16 Civic Center Road
Sunday, October 16, 2011 (Race Day)
Before 10:30am
Race Site
Race Start:
10K Run - 10:30am
5K Run -... | |
| 75. | Arnprior's 4th Annual Wellness Show |
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| Events and Festivals >> Fairs and Agricultural Events |  Healing in the Valley is thrilled to be presenting Arnprior's 4th Annual Wellness Show on September 17th, 2011.
I am really passionate about bringing these events to you because it provides a fun and safe environment for you to explore the variety of products and services available to help... | |
| 77. | 28th Annual Deep River Triathlon |
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| Events and Festivals >> Sporting Events and Tournaments | | Join us in the excitement at the 28th Annual Deep River Triathlon. Starting at 8:30 am. | |
| 78. | 101 Things to do in the Valley - Fall Edition 2011 |
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| Getaways and Daytrips >> Tours and Activities |  Looking for something to do this Fall? Check out the list of 101 Things to do in the Valley for events, attractions, destinations and much more!
101 Things to do in the Valley is a special publication of Ottawa Valley Business. | |
| 79. | Tour de Bonnechere |
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| Events and Festivals >> Sporting Events and Tournaments |  The Tour de Bonnechere is a timed, self-supported tour which takes cyclists through Bonnechere Valley.
Riders depart from the Bonnechere Caves (located 8km from Eganville) at 9am and have the choice of riding the short loop course (2 hours) or the long loop course (3 horus). Maps are provided and... | |
| 81. | Merrickville Car Show "Cruise and Shop" |
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| Events and Festivals >> Festivals |  Marvel at over 1000 registered cars and trucks. Enjoy live entertainment and special events that are sure to please the whole family. While in historic Merrickville, take advantage of the exceptional shopping, unique artist galleries, great food, and diverse accommodations. There’s something for... | |
| 82. | Provincial Election All Candidates Meeting |
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| Events and Festivals >> Community Days and Events | | The Rankin Cultural and Recreation Center is hosting an
All Candidates Meeting
Tuesday Sept 20 at 7:30 P.M.
At the Rankin cultural and Recreation Center
20 Rankin Rink Road, Rankin On | |
| 83. | Run for Military Families |
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| Events and Festivals >> Community Days and Events | | Each year the Commissionairs hold a Run from Parlaiment Hill to CFB Petawawa as a fund raiser for the Resource Centre for Military Families. The McNab/Braeside leg of the Run begins at 4:00 at the Braeside Centre. Meet military personel from CFB Petawawa as well as Commissionairs serving in the... | |
| 84. | CHRISTMAS DROP and SHOP!! |
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| Events and Festivals >> Events for Children | | Kidz 1st Programs presents the "Christmas Drop & Shop!". December 3rd from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. at the Recreation Complex. For ages 3-12. Activities include..."Sweet Christmas Treats", "Reindeer Games", Christmas Crafts and MORE! Cost is $16.00 per child (CAC) and... | |
| 85. | Porsche GT3 Cup Challenge Canada |
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| Events and Festivals >> Sporting Events and Tournaments |  Calabogie Motorsports is proud to host the Porsche GT3 Cup Challenge Canada!
Visit www.calabogiemotorsports.com to purchase tickets ($20/each).
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| 86. | Blood Donor Clinic |
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| Events and Festivals >> Community Days and Events | | Every minute fo every day in Canada, someone needs blood.
Please help to supply the blood to our local hospitals and save lives by making an appointment to give blood.
Blood Donor Clinic
Eganville Legion
57 Veteran's Way, Eganville
5:00 - 8:00 pm
January 10th
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| 87. | free kids fishing derby |
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| Events and Festivals >> Events for Children | |
DOUGLAS LIONS CLUB ANNUAL
KIDS FISHING DERBY
Fish licence-free! Take a friend fishing!
SUNDAY JULY 10, 2011
DOUGLAS BEACH (DAYTONA)
FREE REGISTRATION 8:00 AM TO 3:00 PM
DERBY FINISHES AT 4:00 PM
CASH PRIZES AND TROPHIES “BIGGEST FISH”
AND ENTRY PRIZES
1ST PLACE.. TROPHY... | |
| 89. | Deep Sea Vacation Bible School Adventure |
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| Events and Festivals >> Events for Children |  Hey kids! This summer, journey to Sea Base Alfa and help save the world. While there, celebrate God’s aquatic world with music, games, science, food, black light puppets, magic, 3D movies, crafts and much, much more. This is an original FREE production created by Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church in... | |
| 90. | Fun Freaky Friday |
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| Events and Festivals >> Events for Children |  Come and join us at the Rec. Plex on Friday, October 28,2011 from 6-9 p.m. for our annual Halloween event...a night filled with fantastic, freaky fun! Some of the highlights include, Haunted Maze, Trick or Treat Games,Zombie Dance, Mummy Wrap,and Monster Mash Up. Don't forget to wear your... | |
| 91. | 101 Things to do in the Valley - Winter 2012 |
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| Getaways and Daytrips >> Tours and Activities |  Looking for something to do this winter? Check out the list of 101 Things to do in the Valley for events, attractions, destinations and much more!
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| 92. | 101 Things to do in the Valley Winter Edition |
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| Getaways and Daytrips >> Tours and Activities |  Looking for something to do this winter? Check out the list of 101 Things to do in the Valley for events, attractions, destinations and much more!
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| 93. | Kidz 1st PA Day Program! |
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| Events and Festivals >> Events for Children | | Did you know...every PA Day, Kidz 1st Staff plan a full day of fun activities including an outting, crafts, games and a hot lunch? This PA Day we are going swimming at Dundonald Hall and having hotdogs for lunch! Our program will run out of the Recreation Complex.
Morning Extended Care Hours:... | |
| 94. | On Stage for Kids Children's Performance |
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| Events and Festivals >> Events for Children | |
On Stage for Kids is presenting Mouse Tales, a live children's show complete with puppetry, music, stories and fun. On Stage for Kids has been in Almonte for 25 years and continues to bring quality childen's entertainment to a local venue. Tickets are very affordable and family passes... | |
| 95. | Pretty In Pink...GIRL'S NIGHT OUT! |
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| Events and Festivals >> Events for Children | | That's right...Our next Pretty in Pink , Girls Night Out Session (4 Weeks) is fast approaching...
Do you have what it takes to be Pretty in Pink's Top Chef... You'll get a chance to demonstrate your skills and techniques with "Chef Hats", "Cook Book and Recipe Box... | |
| 96. | L'Arche Arnprior 4th Annual Family Fun RunWalk |
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| Events and Festivals >> Community Days and Events | | L’Arche Arnprior
4th Annual Family
Fun Run/Walk
Date: Saturday, August 20, 2011 at 10 a.m.
Start and finish: McLean Avenue park – 2.8 km
Pre-registration at
L'Arche Office 613-623-7323
16 Edward Street South, Suite 103
Arnprior, Ontario
On-site registration start time: 9... | |
| 97. | Blueberry Pancake Breakfast |
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| Events and Festivals >> Community Days and Events |  Celebrate blueberry season at Hugli's Blueberry Ranch. Join us on Saturday, July 16th from 8am - 11am for a delicious Blueberry Panacke Breakfast. | |
| 98. | Parent and Child Art Classes |
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| Events and Festivals >> Events for Children | | Instructor: Maureen MacMillan
Date: Tuesdays July 5 - 26th 10:30 - 11:30am Cost: $5.00 per child
Description:
This class is aimed at children ages 1-5 years old and their parents or guardians. Join
your child in creative expression this... | |
| 99. | Rock Around the Christmas Tree Pajama Party!! |
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| Events and Festivals >> Events for Children | | Kidz 1st is getting into the Christmas spirit! When the weather gets colder, who doesn't want to be cozy? So we are partying in our pajamas!! With fun festive activities like, "Create a gingerbread house", "Name that tune", "Santa pop-up puppet", "Elves,... | |
| 100. | The Warden's Invitational Golf Tournament |
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| Events and Festivals >> Sporting Events and Tournaments | | The Warden's Invitational Golf Tournament, hosted by Warden Bob Sweet will be starting at 1 p.m. on June 24, 2011. It will be a shotgun start and the cost of participating is $280 for a team of 4 or $70 a person. The cost includes green fees, riding cart, dinner and door prizes.
Come out,... | |
| 101. | Renfrew's Winter Frewfest |
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| Events and Festivals >> Winter Events | | Outside Activities include a snow sculpture contest, sliding, skating, The Pioneer Gathering, Family and Individual Games and Horse Drawn Sleigh Rides. There will be displays on site including vintage snowmobiles, 42nd Field Regiment, 653 Air Squadron and Beavertails will be there too.
There is an... | |
| 102. | Blood Donor Clinic |
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| Events and Festivals >> Community Days and Events | | Every minute of every day, someone in Canada needs blood.
Help support local hospitals and patients by giving blood. Every donation can help save up to 3 lives.
Blood Donor Clinic
CFB Petawawa- Dundonal Hall Building
57 Festubert Blvd, Petawawa
February 13, 2012
2:00 - 5:00 pm
Call... | |
| 103. | Timberfest |
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| Events and Festivals >> Winter Events | | Pass the word that registration closes on Friday, Feb. 11 at 6 p.m. Pick up your form now at Erika\'s Bait Shop or at Palubiski\'s Variety. And here\'s some more great news: in addition to having an $800 ice auger available to all entrants, we have been donated an iPod by Pharmasave, which will be... | |
| 104. | Boys and Girls Club of Pembroke Volunteer Information Night |
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| Events and Festivals >> Community Days and Events | | Are you interested in making a difference in a child's life??!! We are holding a Volunteer Information Night on Wed. Sept. 7th at 7 PM at the Knights of Columbus Hall 170 Ellis Ave. If you think you would like to help children play sports & games and make crafts, please come out to see... | |
| 105. | Eganville Fair |
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| Events and Festivals >> Community Days and Events | | Free Admission!
Full Midway, marathon pie eating contest, children's games and car show!
50's, 60's, 70's & 80's "Retro Dance" Friday, 8 pm - 1 am at the Eganville Arena. Prizes for best costume.
July 27 - August 1. | |
| 107. | 2012 Deep River Arts and Crafts Fair |
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| Events and Festivals >> Community Days and Events |  The Rotary Club of North Renfrew (Deep River) sponsors the annual craft fair, which is hosted by the Mackenzie Community School Interact Club. All proceeds go to Rotary activities (see http://rotarynr.ca/projects.htm).
The fair typically has oil paintings, water colors, fantastic photographs,... | |
| 108. | White Lake Marina's 3rd Annual Family Skate and Food Drive! |
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| Events and Festivals >> Events for Children |  We're exited to announce our 3nd annual family skate and food drive! The skate, free for all, will be held at the Nick Smith Centre in Arnprior on Sunday, January 22rd from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm.
As always, we will be skating around a Lund WC-14 fishing boat. This year, we are challenging you... | |
| 109. | Petawawa Public Library Festival of Trees |
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| Events and Festivals >> Holiday Celebrations |  For the month of December take a walk through the Petawawa Library's Festival of Trees Celebration hallway. Businesses and organizations in the area will decorate Christmas trees which the community can view in the entrance hallway to the Library. As you walk through the winter wonderland stop and... | |
| 110. | Blood Donor Clinic |
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| Events and Festivals >> Community Days and Events | | Every minute of every day in Canada someone needs blood.
You can save up to 3 lives every time you give blood.
Blood Donor Clinic
Madawaska Valley High School in Barry's Bay
3:00 - 7:30 pm
Call 1-888-2-donate to book an appointment | |
| 111. | Pretty in Pink- Girl's Night Out! |
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| Events and Festivals >> Events for Children | | Have fun, meet friends and try something new! Our Pretty in Pink- Girl's Night Out program, is for girls aged 9 through 12 and will run on Fridays from 6- 10 p.m. Register for 4 weeks sessions for a new theme every time! From November and into December the girls will get to try... | |
| 112. | 1st Annual Rider's Run |
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| Events and Festivals >> Sporting Events and Tournaments |  A Trail Ride, Mud Bath, ATV Wash and Lunch in support of the trails and the volunteers who maintain them.
When: Satnrday May 7th, 2011 — 10AM
Where: Ride Starts at Spectacle Lake Lodge
What: 2 Trail Rides/ Maps to choose from, Mud Pit, ATV Wash, PRIZES and choose between a hot... | |
| 113. | Puppet Day Camp |
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| Events and Festivals >> Events for Children | | Instructor: Megan Spencer
Date: Aug 15 - 19th, 9:00am - 12:00pm
(ages 5-8) 1:00pm - 4:00pm (ages 9-12)
Cost: $150 per child (materials included)
We will be working with the theme of wetlands; building a variety of simple puppet characters from wetlands environments (frogs, beavers, muskrats,... | |
| 115. | Blood Donor Clinic |
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| Events and Festivals >> Community Days and Events | | Every minute of every day in Canada, someone needs blood.
Help support local hospitals and patients in need by giving blood.
Blood Donor Clinic
February 15, 2012
Nick Smith Centre
77 James Street, Arnprior
1:30 - 4:00 pm &5:00 - 8:30 pm
Call 1-888-2-DONATE to book an appointment
Every... | |
| 116. | Invaded by Heaven Conference |
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| Events and Festivals >> Community Days and Events | | The River's Edge Church hosts 'Invaded by Heaven Conference' featuring Stacey Campbell, keynote speaker. Bruce Saunders brings dynamic worship. Location: Petawawa Civic Centre, Petawawa Civic Centre Rd., Date & Time: Sat., Oct., 1 from 1 - 4:30 & 7 - 11 PM. A freewill... | |
| 117. | Blood Donor Clinic |
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| Events and Festivals >> Community Days and Events | | Every minute of every day in Canada, someone needs blood.
Help local hospitals and patients by giving blood.
Blood Donor Clinic
February 14, 2012
Germania Club of Pembroke
15 Bennet Street, Pembroke
1:00 - 7:30 pm
Call 1-888-2-DONATE to book an appointment
Each donation can help save up to 3... | |
| 119. | Father's Day Weekend Buffet |
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| Events and Festivals >> Holiday Celebrations |  Treat fathers with the best Chinese meal in the Valley!
Make your reservation, NOW! | |
| 120. | MOTHER'S DAY WEEKEND BUFFET |
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| Events and Festivals >> Holiday Celebrations |  Treat mothers with the best Chinese meal in the Valley!
Make your reservation, NOW! | |
| 121. | Blood Donor Clinic |
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| Events and Festivals >> Community Days and Events | | Every minute of every day in Canada, someone needs blood.
Help support local hospitals and patients in need by giving blood.
Blood Donor Clinic
February 29. 2012
Cobden Agricultural Hall
43 Astrolab Road, Cobden
3:00 - 7:00 pm
Call 1-888-2-DONATE to book an appointment.
Every donation of blood... | |
| 122. | Blood Donor Clinic |
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| Events and Festivals >> Community Days and Events | | Every minute of every day in Canada, someone needs blood.
Help support local hospitals and patients in need by giving blood.
Blood Donor Clinic
February 16th
Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 148
30 Raglan Street South, Renfrew
2:00 -8:00 pm
Call 1-888-2-DONATE to book an appointment!
Every donation... | |
| 123. | Petawawa Heritage Society & Village AGM Meeting |
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| Events and Festivals >> Community Days and Events |  The Petawawa Heritage Society /Village will be hosting its annual general meeting at the Heritage Village in the Leder Haus. Come and join us for a cup of tea or coffee and a light snack. If you have been considering joining our group of volunteers or would just like to become a member... | |
| 124. | Western Day Open House and BBQ at Heritage Manor |
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| Events and Festivals >> Community Days and Events | | Drop by Heritage Manor on Saturday, July 23rd for the Western Day Open House and BBQ!
Activities take place between 1 - pm. BBQ, door prizes, children's activities, petting zoo, and live music. Win a trip for 2 to the 2012 Calagary Stampede!
Admission, food and entertainment is all 100% FREE! | |
| 127. | New Years Eve |
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| Events and Festivals >> Holiday Celebrations | | Join in the many fun activities at the New Years Eve event! Starting at 6 pm to 9 pm. | |
| 130. | Tiny Tots Halloween Parade, Halloween Skate and Kids Activities |
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| Events and Festivals >> Events for Children | | The Township of Bonnechere Valley would like to invite children (ages 12 years and under) to wear their Halloween costumes and join us in 1st ever “Tiny Tots Parade” being held on Sunday, October 30th. Pets in costumes are also welcome to join in for the stroll.
Gather at the Gazebo in Eganville’s... | |
| 132. | Valley News Net |
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| Local Media >> Local Online News Services | | Hendrik Pape, News Director/Sports Director
Shawn Gallant, General Manager/Developer
Deadlines: None, Publish 24/7, Free classifieds, Events Calendar, Business Directory | |
| 133. | 5th Annual Beachburg Jam |
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| Events and Festivals >> Community Days and Events | | Everyone come out to the 5th Annual Beachburg Jam. The first four years were great but let`s see if we can make the 5th the best yet. We have many activites going on all day. There is simply something for everyone. Whether you like music, baseball or just wanna come out and check out the event.... | |
| 135. | The Champlain Trail Museum and Pioneer Village Now Open |
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| Events and Festivals >> Community Days and Events | | New exhibits to see at the Museum this year include the “Pembroke Figure Skating Club”, the “Pembroke Fire Department” and a Buffalo Bill Cody exhibit. There are also many updates to be seen in the main Founders Hall Gallery. Later in the summer the Museum will be... | |
| 137. | Canada Day |
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| Events and Festivals >> Holiday Celebrations | | Join in the many fun and exciting activities at the Mellennium Trail during Canada from 12 pm - 4 pm. | |
| 138. | 12th Annual Old Sled Show |
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| Events and Festivals >> Sporting Events and Tournaments | | The 12th annual Old Sled Show will be held at the Eganville Sno-Drifters clubhouse Saturday Jan 14th. See a huge display of vintage sleds, swap meet, and food available.
10 am - 4 pm.
Cost: $5.00 | |
| 139. | Pembroke Kiwanis Present a Comedy Dinner show |
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| Events and Festivals >> Community Days and Events | | Kiwanis Club of Pembroke presents
Sat. July 30th 6pm to 10 pm - Kiwanis Fundraiser Comedy Night and Dinner show Hosted by Hugli's Blueberry Ranch
Featuring professional comedians Denis Grignon and Rick Currie with comedy that works above the neck, not below the belt.
Denis and Rick have... | |
| 141. | Snowmobile Ride For Dad |
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| Events and Festivals >> Winter Events |  Snowmobilers unite for the Ride For Dad Fight Against Prostate Cancer!
Fighting Prostate Cancer on Sleds. The Motorcycle Ride For Dad is delighted to bring you a "Ride For Dad" on Snowmobiles. December saw the birth of the new and only Snowmobile Ride For Dad Renfrew... | |
| 142. | Canada Day in the Bay 2011 |
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| Events and Festivals >> Holiday Celebrations | |
Kids activities
Art
Music
Food
Fireworks over Mask Island at dusk!
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| 143. | Ottawa Valley 2012 Road Map |
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| Info Centre >> Travel Resources |  The Ottawa Valley Road Map is your navigational tool when exploring the scenic Ottawa Valley countryside. It features a listing of accommodations, attractions and events, places to eat and much more. A "must have" on your trip to the Ottawa Valley.
To download a copy, click on the link... | |
| 144. | "Celebrating Our Game Day" |
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| Events and Festivals >> Sporting Events and Tournaments |  Join the Valley Heavy Pucks and other fun hockey teams on "Celebrating Our Game Day" at the Eganville Area Arena on Saturday, Feb. 5th, 2011.
After the match, be sure to drop by Frisco's Restuarant for the "Celebrating Our Game Day" Hootenanny! | |
| 147. | Cogeco Cablesystems |
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| Local Media >> Local Television Stations | | Mike Tharby, Program Manager
Barry Seigel, Electronic Bulletin Board
Sean Behnke, Producer of 'Plugged In', Community Events Show, Master Control, Electronic Bulletin Board | |
| 149. | Family Day at the Chutes Coulonge |
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| Events and Festivals >> Events for Children | |
10am Site Opens
Admission $3 11am – 5pm
$1 for 2011 members
11am – 3pm
Face Painting by Makin’ Faces
11am – 4pm
Maisons des Jeunes – Kid’s Corner
(games)
11am – 2pm
BBQ fundraiser by the Maisons des... | |
| 150. | U-Turn |
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| Events and Festivals >> Concerts and Performing Arts | | Come join us for the fun and excitement of U-Turn! Time: 7:30 Pm. | |
| 152. | Just In Time For Christmas |
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| Events and Festivals >> Art Shows and Exhibitions | | Come and enjoy some Christmas tunes & baking along with a gfreat variety of local vendors and start crossing family and friends off that Christmas list!!
Door prizes and giveaways through out the day!! So be sure to bring all the girls there's plenty of shopping to go around!!
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| 153. | Youth Dance |
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| Events and Festivals >> Dances | | Youth Dance
For Grades 5 to 8
at the Eagle's Nest, 178 Jane Street, Eganville
from 7 pm to 10 pm
Cost is $5.00 per person.
Music provided by DJ Shanon. | |
| 154. | St. Jean Baptiste Society |
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| Events and Festivals >> Concerts and Performing Arts | | St. Jean Baptiste Society! Times: To be announced. | |
| 155. | Take Back the Park! A day in the life of Barron Canyon |
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| Events and Festivals >> Community Days and Events | | Algonquin Bound Outfitters presents:
A day in the life of the Barron Canyon
Saturday September 17th and 24th, 9am-3pm
Join our guide Kit for a one day post-tourist season gentle guided canoe paddle and hike through the magnificent Barron Canyon.
*Red-tailed Hawks *White Pine Loggers *Ice Age... | |
| 157. | Cobden Home and Garden Tour |
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| Events and Festivals >> Community Days and Events | | The Cobden Home and Garden Tour is a fundraiser for the Regional Nephrology (dialysis) Program at Renfrew General Hospital. Six homes, each showcasing a unique style and design, are part of the tour.
When: Saturday, June 18, from10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Where: 28 Main St.; 6 Truelove St.; 13... | |
| 158. | Haunted House and Creepy Corn Maze |
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| Events and Festivals >> Holiday Celebrations | | October 15th - 31st (Fri, Sat, Sun)
Halloween Activities:
Fridays: 6:30pm - 9:30pm , Saturdays:- 1pm - 4:30pm, 6pm - 9pm, Sundays: 1pm - 4:30pm
The other Fall Family Fun Activities are available from 10am - 5pm
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| 159. | 3 Day Fall Canoe Tour of Algonquin Park |
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| Events and Festivals >> Community Days and Events |  Join our guide Kit for a stunning three day canoe camping trip with all equipment and food supplied. You bring your toothbrush. (okay call us for a list…)
Natural water slide at High Falls
The beauty of Opalescent Lake
The magnificence of the 100 meter high... | |
| 160. | Petawawa Heritage Village Friendship Tea |
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| Events and Festivals >> Community Days and Events | | Petawawa Heritage Village Tea • 12 noon – 3:00 pm Are you looking for something to do on a warm Sunday afternoon? Well, come to the Petawawa Heritage Village Friendship Tea from 12 noon to 3:00 pm. Be greeted by historical Interpreters in costume. Visit the School Master, the Carpenter,... | |
| 161. | Pontiac Artists' Stone School Gallery |
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| Events and Festivals >> Art Shows and Exhibitions |  This artist-run gallery in historic Portage-du-Fort is open each weekend from mid-May through to the end of September, with new shows every few weeks offering the work of local artists and artisans for you to enjoy and perhaps purchase! | |
| 162. | Pembroke Santa Clause Parade of Lights |
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| Events and Festivals >> Holiday Celebrations | | The Pembroke Santa Clause parade is a great way to come out and support your local schools and service clubs. | |
| 163. | Apple Extravaganza |
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| Events and Festivals >> Community and Parish Dinners | | The Rankin Culture and Recreation Centre is presenting its annual
Apple Extravaganza where you can buy frozen apple pies, turnovers, dumplings with sauce, cookies, etc. | |
| 164. | Calabogie Artfest 2011 |
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| Events and Festivals >> Art Shows and Exhibitions | | This 2011 Artfest show features, beautiful original paintings in oils,acrylics,watercolor,pastel as well as digital art and giclee prints,by members of The Renfrew Art Guilt.
A deightful Tea Room will be open throughout the show. | |
| 165. | Cut-Your-Own Christmas Trees |
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| Events and Festivals >> Community Days and Events |  Cut-your-own Christmas Trees (scotch pine) at Hugli's Blueberry Ranch in Pembroke on weekends from 11am - 3pm. Take a wagon ride back to the tree plantation and choose your favourite tree. We provide the saw. The trees are cut down using a sustainable method. Warm up around the... | |
| 166. | Cobden Santa Claus Parade |
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| Events and Festivals >> Holiday Celebrations |  Come out and celebrate the season with the Cobden Santa Claus Parade!
Festivities begin at 1:30 pm. | |
| 167. | Winter Daydreams |
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| Events and Festivals >> Concerts and Performing Arts | | The Pembroke Symphony Orchestra is pleased to present its second concert of its season, "Winter Daydreams."
The performance, which takes place on Sunday, Feb. 20, features Petawawa violinist Kirsten Waymann. | |
| 168. | Ottawa Valley Motorcycle FAM Tour a 'Revving' Success |
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| Media and Communications >> Press Releases (OVTA Staff) |  (Pembroke, ON) – The Ottawa Valley Tourist Association (OVTA) is proud to report that the recent Motorcycle Media Familiarization (FAM) Tour was a great success. The 8 participating moto-journalists had a wonderful time and the positive editorial coverage of the area is starting to pour... | |
| 169. | Music Concert |
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| Events and Festivals >> Concerts and Performing Arts | | River of Life Fellowship will be holding a music concert in support of Recovery Road on Sunday, July 24 T 6:30PM. Recovery Road supports families that have to take their children for cancer treatments. | |
| 171. | Ottawa Valleys Got Talent |
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| Events and Festivals >> Concerts and Performing Arts | | Ottawa Valley's Got Talent! Times: 7 pm - 10 pm. | |
| 172. | Fathers Day Chinese Buffet |
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| Events and Festivals >> Holiday Celebrations | | Looking for gift ideas for father's day? Why not take your father our for a Chinese Buffet!? | |
| 173. | Starz in Motion |
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| Events and Festivals >> Dances | | Enjoy the several different dance varieties of the Starz in Motion end of year dance showcase at 7:00 pm. | |
| 175. | Canada Day Celebrations |
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| Events and Festivals >> Holiday Celebrations | | Participate in the fun activities happening all day long at the Canada Day Celebrations at Riverside Park from noon - 8 pm. | |
| 176. | Capital Cup Snowcross Championships |
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| Events and Festivals >> Sporting Events and Tournaments |  Snowmobile Racers and fans from across Canada and the US will gather December 3 & 4 at Calabogie Peaks Resort to celebrate the 2nd annual Capital Cup. Hundreds of the world’s best snowmobile racing teams will roll into the Ottawa Valley to compete at the “Season Opener”... | |
| 177. | Pontiac Artists' Studio Tour |
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| Events and Festivals >> Studio Tours |  Over a dozen artists of Pontiac County welcome you to their studios to view artwork, learn more about the creative process, and discover our beautiful towns and countryside! Map and artist info are available on the studio tour link at www.artpontiac.com. | |
| 178. | Blueberry Luncheon |
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| Events and Festivals >> Community and Parish Dinners | | BLUEBERRY LUNCHEON
Christ Lutheran Church, Petawawa (corner of Airport & Doran Roads)
Sunday August 7th, 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Adults $7.00, Children 12 Years and Under $3.00
Sandwiches, Veggies, Blueberry Desserts, Tea & Coffee
Various Homemade Baked Goods Also Available for... | |
| 179. | The Great Bonnechere Valley Moose-Tache Challenge! A MOVEMBER EVENT |
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| Events and Festivals >> Community Days and Events | 
Movember is a month-long fundraising campaign to raise awareness of men's health and fight prostate cancer. All monies raised go to Prostate Cancer Canada
Help Niall McArdle from Serendipity on the River in Eganville in his moustache-growing efforts! Visit his Movember... | |
| 180. | Celebrating Our Game Day 2 |
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| Events and Festivals >> Winter Events |  Hello hockey colleagues, based on the success of the Celebrating Our Game Day last year it is full steam ahead for another great day of hockey, music and friendships. This year the COGD falls once again on a Saturday, February 4th, 2012. Based on the feedback from all teams involved which generally... | |
| 181. | Fall Family Fun Season |
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| Events and Festivals >> Community Days and Events |  It is fall family fun season at Hugli's Blueberry Ranch. Navigate the 6 acre corn maze with colour find game, watch the pirate pumpkin show & pig races, try to solve the new hop dot puzzle maze, take a wagon ride to the pumpkin patch, play in the hay maze and jump, slide down the 100 foot... | |
| 182. | CPR Model Train Exhibit and Historic Blacksmithing |
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| Events and Festivals >> Events for Children | | Valley Lines Model Train Club will be presenting a CPR Model Train Exhibit in the Founders Hall of the Champlain Trail Museum. This exhibit will run from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. each day. Admission is $2.00 for adults, $1.00 for youth and children under 10 years of age are... | |
| 184. | Remembrance Day Service |
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| Events and Festivals >> Holiday Celebrations | | Remembrance Day Service. Starting at 11:00 am.
** Remembrance Day Ceremony will be held at the Municipal Office unless it rains, then it will be held at Killaloe Public School. | |
| 185. | Petawawa Outdoors Show |
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| Events and Festivals >> Festivals | | The Outdoors Show runs at the same time as our Petawawa Sportsman Show and the Petawawa Women's Show. Expect to see Boats and Motors, Trailers, RVs, ATVs, Docks, Food Vendors and lots more. | |
| 186. | Art in the Park |
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| Events and Festivals >> Art Shows and Exhibitions | | Renfrew Art Guild and Friends invite you to “Art in the Park”.
Art, music and food - A day of enjoyment for the whole family! | |
| 187. | Christmas Dance |
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| Events and Festivals >> Dances | | The annual Christmas Dance sponsored by the RBWM Historical Society (School House Museum) will be held Saturday , Nov 26th from 8:00 pm to 12:00 am in the Lions Ckub Hall in Chalk River Ontario. Music by "The Entertainers". Admission - $25.00 pr couple, $12.50 Single. A light lunch is... | |
| 188. | Cobden Farmers Market |
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| Events and Festivals >> Farmers Markets | | Help us Celebrate our 20th Anniversary Year
There is something for everyone...
Fresh Fruit & Vegetables, Homemade Baked Goods, Jellies, Pickles, Stained Glass, Dried Flowers, Woodwordk, Knitting, Tole Painting, Plants, Seafood, Homegrown Pork & Beef.
Hot full hearty breakfast served by 3... | |
| 189. | Pontiac School of the Arts |
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| Events and Festivals >> Workshops and Courses |  At its heritage schoolhouse in historic Portage-du-Fort, the Pontiac School of the Arts offers a broad range of day-long to week-long art and craft courses for children, teens and adults, taught by professional artists, throughout the summer as well as on some fall and winter weekends. | |
| 190. | Recovery Road Gospel Tour Concert |
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| Events and Festivals >> Community and Parish Dinners | | Gospel Tour in support of Recovery Road. Takes place at 6:30pm on June 26 at the Lyndock Baptist Church. Admission is by freewill offering. All proceeds from event will go to Recovery Road. For more information please call Melissa Vanderwal at 613-628-5401. | |
| 191. | Barrys Bay Santa Claus Parade |
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| Events and Festivals >> Holiday Celebrations |  Come celebrate the holiday season with the annual Barry's Bay Santa Claus Parade! | |
| 192. | 2011 Home and Leisure Show |
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| Events and Festivals >> Art Shows and Exhibitions | | March 25, 26, 27 join MyFM and The Renfrew Chamber of Commerce for the biggest and best homeshow in Renfrew. This year we've increased space by moving to the Renfrew Armouries and can now feature more homebased, local and national businesses than ever before! Come check out our... | |
| 193. | Haunting Season |
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| Events and Festivals >> Community Days and Events |  Get spooked at Hugli's Blueberry Ranch this halloween season. Haunted House of Terror, Creepy corn maze crawling with scary characters & the amazing magic of illusionist Steven Anthony. Admission during the weekend days also include the fall family fun activities (pumpkin cannon... | |
| 195. | Living with Redwork Exhibition |
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| Events and Festivals >> Art Shows and Exhibitions | | Join the "Living with Redwork Exhibition" event from June to October from 10:30 am - 4:30 pm (each day). | |
| 197. | ENDLESS SUMMER RIBFEST |
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| Events and Festivals >> Festivals |  Petawawa's Endless Summer Ribfest is only $2 for a weekend pass. Featuring 15 live bands, 4 professional Rib Teams, and our very own festival of mud ( 10 games with teams of four all played in the MUD!
Come and enjoy a kids Zone, Motorcycle show and shine, Fireworks, Outdoor Movie, Craft Fair... | |
| 198. | Kraft Celebration - Vote Pembroke |
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| Events and Festivals >> Community Days and Events |  On Canada Day, the City of Pembroke received some great news from the Kraft Celebration Tour and TSN! They are one of the TOP 20 Communities in Canada, eligible for a $25,000 award from Kraft that will be used to upgrade their venerable old arena…home of the RBC National Cup winners, the... | |
| 199. | Cabin Fever 2012 |
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| Events and Festivals >> Winter Events |  It's time for Petawawa's Cabin Fever 2012!! This annual event promises to be a blast with 9 days of family friendly events.
List of events include:
Adult Dance with Rudy and Saddle Up
Algonquin College – Naturalist Program
Bridge
Chili Willie Luncheon
Civitan... | |
| 200. | Pembroke Waterfront Festival |
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| Events and Festivals >> Festivals | | OLS presents the Pembroke Waterfront Festival and we're here for a good time! Three days of great music. From August 4, 5 and 6. | |
| 201. | Fish On! Celebrate National Fishing Week |
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| Media and Communications >> Press Releases (OVTA Staff) |  Fish On! Celebrate National Fishing Week July 4-12, 2009
National Fishing Week is being held July 4 through 12 and Ontario residents and visitors are invited to celebrate by participating in Ontario Family Fishing Weekend, July 10 to 12, 2009.
Now in its 16th year, the Ontario Family Fishing... | |
| 202. | Mothers Day Chinese Buffet |
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| Events and Festivals >> Holiday Celebrations | | Need a gift idea for mother's day? Why not take her out for a Chinese Buffet . Join the Golden Lake Chinese Buffet this mother's day! | |
| 203. | Sears Drama Festival |
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| Events and Festivals >> Concerts and Performing Arts | | Sears proudly supports the work of the Sears Drama Festival because we believe that involvement in the Arts challenges young people to problem solve in many different ways as it encourages them to think, feel and find practical solutions. It helps students develop team building and leadership skills which lead to having a sense of confidence for the future.
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| 204. | The Hastings Highlands Hilly Hundred |
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| Events and Festivals >> Sporting Events and Tournaments |  On line registration only. Registration closes midnight 1st September 2011. Early tour pkg pickup Friday 9th September 9am to 9pm at Trips & Trails, Bancroft and day of at Bancroft Curling Club, the Tour Headquarters. Includedin your fee: Bib, map and written directions, 6 Fully supported... | |
| 205. | Christmas Home and Craft Show |
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| Events and Festivals >> Art Shows and Exhibitions | | 1 International Drive, Pembroke Ontario Best Western Pembroke, Marten Campbell Conference Room November 19 2011 10am - 5pm.
FREE ADMISSION DOOR PRIZES 20+ Vendors! Call Jennifer for more information (613) 633-8427 | |
| 206. | Canada Day Fireworks |
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| Events and Festivals >> Holiday Celebrations | | Watch the outstanding Canada Day Fireworks! The village of Killaloe is known throughout the Ottawa Valley for its Canada Day celebrations. Starting at dusk. | |
| 207. | Fall Showcase 2011 |
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| Events and Festivals >> Art Shows and Exhibitions | | FALL SHOWCASE - SEPTEMBER 17-19, 2011
Petawawa Civic Centre, Petawawa
Hours:
Friday: 12 - 9pm
Saturday: 10am - 6pm
Sunday: 10am - 5pm | |
| 208. | Heritage-Fest |
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| Events and Festivals >> Festivals | | Explore Heritage-Fest!
A heritage of creativity at the Madonna House Pioneer Museum and St. Raphael's Handicraft Centre
Wool carding
Spinning
Weaving
Bee hive demonstrations
Butter churning
Candlemaking
Pottery
Wood carving
Much more!
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| 209. | The Petawawa Women's Show |
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| Events and Festivals >> Festivals | | This will be the second edition of our very popular Petawawa Women's Show. We feature 60 exhibitor booths filled with cosmetics, clothing, health & wellness services, and so much more. Please visit our website: www.ontarioshows.com for more information | |
| 210. | Renfrew Winter Frew Fest |
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| Events and Festivals >> Winter Events |  Time Frame Activity
Jan 29 Quinzee (Snow Fort) – Free
Throughout day Tim Horton’s coffee/hot chocolate – Free
Throughout day Beaver tails
All day Sliding – Free MAC
Saturday Fishing derby Chili/hot dogs Bonnechere River
8:00 AM – 10:00 ... | |
| 211. | A Night of Christmas |
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| Events and Festivals >> Holiday Celebrations | | *A Night of Christmas* at Pembroke Public Library Weds, Dec 7 at 7 pm for the Whole Family! Music by Zephyr, The Intermittents, featuring Dave Henderson & Gems of the Mind Storytellers. Refreshments. 237 Victoria St. 613-732-8844 www.pembrokelibrary.ca
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| 212. | Festival of Lights |
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| Events and Festivals >> Holiday Celebrations |  The Annual Festival of Lights is created for all ages to come and enjoy the Chutes Coulonge Park. Our trails will be lighted by thousands of christmas lights for guests to walk at night. There will be colored lights shining onto the beautiful water fall, hot chocolate to keep you warm and holiday music played to get you into the spirit of Christmas. Come and enjoy this event with your family and friends!! | |
| 213. | 57th Cross River Swim |
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| Events and Festivals >> Sporting Events and Tournaments | |
Each swimmer must be accompanied by a boat (not motorboat), occupied by at least two responsible persons with lifejackets. The boat is also to be equipped with one of the following reaching assists: ring buoy, oar, heaving line, pole, paddle, etc.
The Swim will commence no later... | |
| 214. | Taste of the Valley 2011 |
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| Things to Do >> Special Events | 
Taste of the Valley is fun for the whole family. Lots of wholesome local foods will be available for sampling and purchase and visitors will be able to source organic and natural produce, meats and baking mixes. There will be ready-to-eat baked treats and coffee for snacks. This is a great... | |
| 215. | Carmina Burana |
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| Events and Festivals >> Concerts and Performing Arts | | The Deep River Symphony Orchestra together with the Deep River Choral Group and visiting soloits, presents Carl Orff's electrifying Carmina Burana. Two performances, Saturday, May 7 at 8 pm and Sunday, May 8 at 3 pm in Mackenzie High School, Deep River. For ticket and other information, call Kathy at 613-584-9711, Joan (613-584-2239) or email symphony@drso.ca | |
| 216. | Atyeo's School of Dance |
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| Events and Festivals >> Dances | | Watch and be entertained by several different varieties of dance by Atyeo's School of Dance. Times: To be announced. | |
| 217. | Christ Lutheran Handbell Choir Concert |
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| Events and Festivals >> Concerts and Performing Arts | | Christ Lutheran Handbell Choir - In Concert
Sunday, May 1st
2:30 p.m.
Mount Zion United Church
34 Barry Street, Pembroke
(Corner Old Highway 17 and B-Line Road)
Freewill Offering
For Further Information: phone 613-687-2710
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| 218. | Christkindlmarkt, |
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| Events and Festivals >> Art Shows and Exhibitions |  The Germania Club of Pembroke is holding its Christkindlmarkt, which is a German-style Christmas market, at its hall at 15 Bennett Street, Pembroke, November 25, 26, and 27. It begins on Friday, November 25, at 3 p.m., with the first hour dedicated to seniors and others with mobility challenges.... | |
| 220. | Heritage Blueberry Festival |
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| Events and Festivals >> Festivals | | Join in the fun at the Heritage Blueberry Festival! Starting at 11:30 am. | |
| 221. | Sound of Music |
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| Events and Festivals >> Concerts and Performing Arts | | Fellows High School will be performing the timeless play "Sound of Music". Join them in the excitement at Festival Hall. | |
| 222. | Michelle's School of Dance |
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| Events and Festivals >> Dances | | Enjoy the different varieties of dance by Michelle's School of Dance! Times: To be announced. | |
| 223. | Go Fishing, no remote control or assembly required! |
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| Media and Communications >> Press Releases (OVTA Staff) |  Ontario Family Fishing Weekend Means No Licence Required
Fire up the auger, and dust off your ice fishing rod! Across Ontario, licence-free fishing opportunities are back for the Family Day long weekend, February 19-21, 2011, and the Ottawa Valley is the ideal destination to drop your line. With... | |
| 224. | Westmeath Santa Claus Parade |
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| Events and Festivals >> Holiday Celebrations |  Bundle up for the annual Westmeath Santa Claus Parade, Sunday December 4th at 5:00 pm.
Hot chocolate, hotdogs, cookies and carol singing will be featured at the Rec. Centre Hall. And Santa himself will be available to hear Christmas wishes from the children. | |
| 225. | Trailhead Spring Runoff |
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| Events and Festivals >> Community Days and Events | | Ottawa’s two best paddling shops have merged to bring paddlers a spring flood of bargains, information, celebrities and demonstrations to launch the paddling season.
On Saturday, April 30th, the Trailhead property (at the corner of Scott St. and McRae St.) will be a haven for outdoor... | |
| 226. | Spring Fling Dance |
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| Events and Festivals >> Dances | | 2011 Spring Fling Dance ( round and square dancing) sponsored by the RBWM Historical Society will be held in the Chalk River Lions Hall on 30 April beginning at 8:30 PM. Tickets $10. per person, call Ellen at 613-584-4765. Light lunch will be served. | |
| 227. | Frewfest 2012 Dance |
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| Events and Festivals >> Dances | | Local band, Forty Creek will be playing at Mateway Activity Centre on January 28, 2012 from 9:00pm - 1:00am. This event is free and everyone is welcome to attend. Bring your dancing shoes and your singing voices and be ready for a great show.
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| 228. | Elvis is coming to Hugli's Blueberry Ranch |
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| Events and Festivals >> Community Days and Events | | Elvis is coming to Hugli’s Blueberry Ranch in Pembroke on August 20th! Join us for a fun evening of comedy with Rick Wharton, a magician and the award winning Elvis Tribute Artist Matt Dowsett. Buffet dinner. Cash bar. $48/ticket. Proceeds to the Childhood Cancer... | |
| 230. | Ottawa Valley Motorcycle-Tattoo Show |
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| Events and Festivals >> Art Shows and Exhibitions |  3 days of live bands, a motorcycle stunt team from montreal, erotic body painting, custom motorcycle show, hot rod show, musclecar show. Big Rig show n shine, 30 tattoo artists doing onsite tattooing, magician, win a free Harley, food vendors, merchandise vendors, lots of freebies, licensed by LCBO | |
| 231. | Raft and Lobster |
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| Events and Festivals >> Community Days and Events |  Raft and Lobster! Celebrating MKC's 40 years of bringing whitewater recreation to the valley.
For the same price as a Madawaska River Rafting Trip - $40 - come taste your own live-til-you-arrive East Coast Lobster complimented with MKC's cuisine of home-baked bread, fresh salads,... | |
| 232. | Comedy Dinner Show |
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| Events and Festivals >> Community Days and Events | | The Kiwanis Club of Pembroke presents.. A Comedy Dinner Show on Saturday, July 30th from 6pm - 10pm at Hugli's Blueberry Ranch featuring professional comedians Denis Grignon and Rick Currie. Experience clean and hilarious humour that works above the neck and not below the belt. Both comedians... | |
| 233. | Sears Drama Festival |
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| Events and Festivals >> Festivals | | Join the Sears Drama Festival of Renfrew County at Festival Hall for a night full of excitement. Starting at 7:00 pm. | |
| 234. | Tree LIghting Ceremony |
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| Events and Festivals >> Holiday Celebrations |  Come join us for the Tree Lighting Ceremony at the Tourist Booth in Eganville (46 Bonnechere Street West)on Friday, December 9th at 7:00 pm. Everyone welcome! | |
| 235. | Pontiac School of Arts |
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| Events and Festivals >> Art Shows and Exhibitions | | Pontiac School of Arts! Times: 9 am - 4 pm. | |
| 236. | Youth Dance |
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| Events and Festivals >> Dances | | The Township of Bonnechere Valley is hosting a Youth Dance for Grades 5-8. This will take place on Saturday, December 3rd from 7pm to 10pm at the Eagle's Nest. (178 Jane Street). Admission fee is $5.00 per person and music is by DJ Shanon. Chips and pop will be for sale. | |
| 237. | Ride the Valley for Soldier On |
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| Events and Festivals >> Sporting Events and Tournaments |  Event includes:
Poker Run
Pig Roast
Live Music
Vendors
Chairlift Rides
Saturday, May 5th, 2012
Registration: $30 ~ Calabogie Peaks ~ 8 - 10 AM
Don’t miss: Pig Roast & Music ~ 1 - 5 PM
Special rates at onsite Dickson Manor begin at $54 per person... | |
| 238. | Spring Handmade Harvest Craft Show |
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| Events and Festivals >> Art Shows and Exhibitions |  This event will have everything from jewelry & accessories to body care & home decor, toys and even edibles.
$2 admission gets you in the door as well as into an incredible door prize draw.
Parking is free and, this time, there's plenty of it. So come to Almonte and join in the... | |
| 239. | Kiwanis Festival of Stars |
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| Events and Festivals >> Festivals | | Kiwanis Festival of Stars! Enjoy the finals of the Kiwanis Musical Festival of Stars, Starting at 7:00 pm. | |
| 240. | Ride the Valley |
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| Events and Festivals >> Community Days and Events | | “Ride the Valley” for Soldier On, a motor cycle fundraising event, will be hosted by Calabogie Peaks Resort on April 30, 2011. The “Ride” will include a poker run, pig roast, live music, vendor booths and chairlift rides to the top of Dickson Mountain.
Calabogie Peaks Resort is gearing up with... | |
| 241. | Art on the Beach |
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| Events and Festivals >> Art Shows and Exhibitions |  Now in its 5 year, this event brings together some of the finest art and artists in the Ottawa Valley. This working exhibit is housed in a newly restored, 80 year old resort lodge with a breath- taking view of Lake Clear. Admission is free and light snack and drinks are provided at no cost. | |
| 242. | Winter Daydreams - Pembroke Symphony Orchestra |
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| Events and Festivals >> Concerts and Performing Arts | | Winter Daydreams - Pembroke Symphony Orchestra.
Enjoy the musical performance of the Pembroke Symphony Orchestra starting at 2pm. | |
| 243. | Music In The Park |
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| Events and Festivals >> Concerts and Performing Arts | | Aug 12th
Tanah Haney - Harpist
Karina Bates - Vocals
Tanah and Karina will be performing an arrangemnent of Celtic, renaissance, and medieval music.
Please note:
- All performances begin at 6:30 and finish at 8pm with a short intermission
- Seating is limited, so bring a... | |
| 244. | Music In The Park |
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| Events and Festivals >> Concerts and Performing Arts | | July 29th
Ken Ramsden - vocals and violin
Pam Oglesby - vocals and guitar
Domonic Stelmac - classical guitar
Ken and Pam will be presenting original and traditional folk songs, along with English, Scottish and Irish instrumentals from the 1600s.
Please note:
- All performances begin... | |
| 246. | Beachburg Santa Claus Parade |
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| Events and Festivals >> Holiday Celebrations |  Come join the annual Santa Claus Parade in the quaint village of Beachburg! Parade begins at 5pm.
Hot chocolate, hotdogs, cookies and carol singing will be featured at the Beachburg Fire Deptartment.. And Santa himself will be available to hear Christmas wishes from the children. | |
| 247. | Military AppreciationBig Rock Club Fun Day |
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| Events and Festivals >> Winter Events |  Saturday - Feb. 11, 2012 Calabogie Peaks Resort will be teaming up again with Big Rock Brewery to host a Military Appreciation and club fun day. This means serving (and retired) Regular (and Reserve) Force personnel will able to ski or board for free.
Immediate families are... | |
| 248. | Black Bear Evening Program |
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| Events and Festivals >> Workshops and Courses | | Algonquin Provincial PArk Evening Program: Black Bears. 7 pm - 8 pm at the Visitor Information Centre (at km 43).
The Black Bear is common in Algonquin, but few visitors ever get to see one. Join Justin, who adds his own experiences with bears, to learn how bears survive in the wild and how... | |
| 249. | Seedy Sunday in the Ottawa Valley |
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| Events and Festivals >> Community Days and Events | | Seedy Sunday is a remarkable phenomenon that continues to catch on across Canada. Gardeners, seed savers, seed vendors, local food producers, organic practitioners and environmental groups come together in a venue where they can learn from one another, exchange ideas and seeds, and purchase seeds... | |
| 250. | Palmer Rapids Twin Music Festival |
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| Events and Festivals >> Festivals | | Aaron Lines, Tara Oram, Georgette Jones, Man in Black, Cadence Grace,
Silver Creek, Renegade, Neon Blue
Junior Sisk & Ramblers Choice, Junior Barber and Beartracks,Hard Ryde,
Barn Katz, Bluegrass Edition, Acoustical Strings and more
-The 26th annual Country and the 32nd annual Bluegrass... | |
| 251. | Madawaska Valley Studio Tour |
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| Events and Festivals >> Studio Tours | | Madawaska Valley Studio Tour October 1 and 2, 2011
This fall stimulate your creative senses while discovering the wild and charming landscape of the Madawaska Valley. Visit 14 authentic studios, with 27 of our top local artists and artisans exhibiting their trade in weaving, hand forged knives,... | |
| 253. | Parent to Parent Sale |
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| Events and Festivals >> Events for Children | | Child's Paradise Day Care is hosting the Spring 2011 Parent to Parent Sale at the ACAF Wing in Renfrew!
We are excited to present the second Renfrew Parent to Parent Sale!!! This is a huge event where parents can shop for their baby and kids needs at an affordable price! There will be... | |
| 254. | Summer Concert in the O'Brien Park |
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| Events and Festivals >> Concerts and Performing Arts | | Come and enjoy the sounds of the Helferty Family in the O\'Brien Park at the Swinging Bridge. Sunday July 24th, 2:00 pm.
Featuring a variety of music including, country, folk, irish and modern with a bit of fiddling and step dancing as well.
Bring your family and your lawn chairs and relax and... | |
| 255. | Haunted House in Eganville |
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| Events and Festivals >> Holiday Celebrations |  Come visit the "Haunted House" at Legion Field in Eganville, ON on October 26, 27, 28 & 29th, from 6:30 - 9:30 pm.
Admission is $3.00 per person with proceeds supporting the Bonnechere Valley Youth Activity Centre.
Call 613.628.2184 for more information.
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| 257. | Live Dinner Entertainment at Sands on Golden Lake featuring Yuk Yuk's |
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| Events and Festivals >> Concerts and Performing Arts | | Live Dinner Entertainment at Sands on Golden Lake featuring Canada's Yuk Yuk's on Tour Stand up Comedy. Come enjoy dinner and laughs.
Tickets are $50
Dinner 4PM - 7PM
Show 7PM - 8:30PM
Call to purchase your tickets today
613-625-2525 | |
| 258. | LEGEND IN BLACK (Johnny Cash Tribute Show) |
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| Events and Festivals >> Concerts and Performing Arts | | LEGEND IN BLACK - Johnny Cash Tribute Show is presented in support of the Renfrew Kinsmen & Kinettes at the RCAF Wing, 164 Argyle Street South in Renfrew at 8:00 p.m. Doors open at 7:30 p.m. No reserved seating. Tickets are $25.00 each. To purchase tickets or additional information, please... | |
| 259. | Vivaldi and the Italian Baroque |
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| Events and Festivals >> Concerts and Performing Arts | | The Ottawa Valley Music Festival Presents: Vivaldi & the Italian Baroque! Time: 3 pm. | |
| 260. | Eganville Santa Claus Parade |
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| Events and Festivals >> Holiday Celebrations |  Eganville Santa Claus Parade is on Sunday, December 11, 2011 at 1 p.m. The theme for this year\'s parade is "Musical Christmas". The parade will commence at Eganville District Public School (just past of the Eganville Arena on Jane Street). It will follow Bonnechere... | |
| 261. | Summer Concerts in the O'Brien Park |
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| Events and Festivals >> Concerts and Performing Arts | | Come and bring your family to the first of a series of four Free concerts in the beautiful scenic O'Brien Park, at the McDougall Mill Museum and enjoy the sites and sounds of the Renfrew Highland Pipes and Drums and their guests, The Pam Reid Dancers.
Bring your lawn chairs, check out... | |
| 262. | Party in the Park |
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| Events and Festivals >> Art Shows and Exhibitions | | Calling all artists, crafters and musicians
Party in the Park - Arts & Crafts Fair
Sunday, August 14th, 2011
Noon to 5:00 pm, Rain or Shine
Round Lake Recreation PArk
545 Albert St.
AREA ARTISANS (quilters, crocheting, sewing, painting, jewellery,etc.)
Live music, fair food,... | |
| 263. | Rick Mercer Confirmed to Attend the Giant Pumpkin Events at Hugli's Blueberry Ranch |
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| Media and Communications >> Press Releases (OVTA Members) | |
Pembroke: Hugli’s Blueberry Ranch is excited to announce that well-known Canadian comedian Rick Mercer will be attending their Giant Pumpkin Weigh-Off on Saturday, September 26th and participating in the Giant Pumpkin Boat Races on Sunday, October 27th while his crew will be... | |
| 264. | Holiday Decorating Food Bank Fundraiser |
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| Events and Festivals >> Holiday Celebrations | | Oct 30, 2011 12:30 & 2:30
Sue Warden will join us for a personal appearance and demonstration of the ever popular "Sinamay" and decorating for the holiday season. 12:30pm come see Sue decorate a Christmas tree and at 2:30pm Sue will decorate garland. You won't want to miss... | |
| 265. | Kiwanis Music Festival |
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| Events and Festivals >> Festivals | | Please come and enjoy the Kiwanis Music Festival! Time: 8:30 am. | |
| 266. | Deep River Santa Claus Parade |
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| Events and Festivals >> Holiday Celebrations |  Come out and support your community and their floats in the 2011 Santa Clause Parade in Deep River!
Parade begins at 5:30 pm. | |
| 267. | Easter Luncheon |
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| Events and Festivals >> Holiday Celebrations | | Renfrew & Area Seniors' Home Support is hosting an Easter Luncheon on Monday April 11 at the RCAF Wing, 164 Argyle St. S., Renfrew starting at 12:00 noon. Charlie Ricard is preparing one of his famous roast beef dinners and Barry Martin and Country Favourite will be providing the music. ... | |
| 269. | Kiwanis Club of Pembroke Presents Bowser and Blue |
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| Events and Festivals >> Concerts and Performing Arts | | Kiwanis Club of Pembroke Presents Bowser and Blue
Canada's Favourite Musical Comedy Duo
Festival Hall, Pembroke
Saturday June 4 at 8:00 PM
Tickets $37.59 at the Box Office or
613-735-2182
All Proceeds to Kiwanis
"Young Children - Priority One"
Programs in Our Community
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| 271. | Music In The Park |
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| Events and Festivals >> Concerts and Performing Arts | | Aug 26th - The Shiners
Stephanie Pinkerton - Guitar, vocals
Robin Pinkerton - Banjo, mandolin, guitar, percussion and vocals
Joesph Platt - accordian
Justin Pinkerton - Guitar and vocals
The Shiners will perform a cross-over of contemporary music matched with old Renfrew County stories... | |
| 272. | Roast Beef Dinner |
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| Events and Festivals >> Community and Parish Dinners | | Roast Beef Dinner
For more information Contact Myrna 613 732-2220 or Patricia 613 732-4594 Tickets are also available at Pembroke Tile Carpet & Drapery and will be available at the door. Proceeds go in support of the Pembroke Chapter Education Fund Bursary. This will be our fourth Bursary for... | |
| 273. | Music In The Park |
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| Events and Festivals >> Concerts and Performing Arts | | Aug 5th - Hiway 41
Garry Ferguson - guitar, vocals, harmonica, bodhran and banjo
Harold Kaufmann - violin
Elinor Duncan - piano keyboard
Joe Grant - vocals, guitar, banjo, harmonica
Hiway 41 will perfom a variety of music including folk, gospel, waltzes and piano solos.
Please... | |
| 274. | Sneak a Peek Fundraising Gala |
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| Events and Festivals >> Art Shows and Exhibitions | | Join us at the Champlain Trail Museum on Friday, April 15 at 7:00 p.m. for "Sneak a Peek", the third annual wine and cheese fundraising gala to preview new 2011 exhibits at the Museum. This event will also feature art by Mark Kulas, carvings by Neil Melancon and a preview of Renfrew... | |
| 275. | Village Portraits by Dennis Corrigan and Ralph A Corrigan |
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| Events and Festivals >> Art Shows and Exhibitions |  Village Portraits by Dennis Corrigan and Ralph Corrigan is a combined collection of photographs which represent a slice of life in the village of Barry's Bay and outlying communities, during the 1970s and 1980s. The candid portraiture depicts area residents in their work places or relaxing at... | |
| 276. | 18th Annual Ottawa RV Show |
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| Events and Festivals >> Art Shows and Exhibitions | | The 18th Annual Ottawa RV Show will be held at Landsdowne Park March 4 - March 6, 2011.
Friday, March 4: 10am - 9 pm
Saturday, March 5: 10 am - 7 pm
Sunday, March 6: 10 am - 6 pm
Admission $12/adult. Teens and children free!
3 Great Halls of RV... | |
| 277. | Douglas Santa Claus Parade |
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| Events and Festivals >> Holiday Celebrations |  The Ottawa Valley parade schedule wraps up with the Douglas Santa Claus Parade, Sunday Dec 18th.
The Douglas Parade is hosted by the Lion's Club and begins at 1 pm. | |
| 278. | Deep River Arts and Crafts Sale |
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| Events and Festivals >> Art Shows and Exhibitions | | Attention Shoppser & Artisans!
The 2011 Deep River Arts & Crafts Fair will be held Nov. 5 & 6, 11 am to 4 pm.
Featuring local artists, home-based businesses, and community groups.
Admission is $2, children 12 and under are free.
Refreshments will be available at the Cafe... | |
| 279. | The Neil Oldman Experience (Stage hypnotist) |
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| Events and Festivals >> Concerts and Performing Arts |  Defence Construction Canada presents "The Neil Oldman Experience" (stage hypnotist)
WHERE: Royal Canadian Legion Branch 517 - Petawawa
WHEN: Friday, November 25, 2011
TIME: 8PM
Doors open at 8pm with silent auction and bar. Show starts at 9pm
Advance... | |
| 280. | Come to the Water-Pembroke Community Choir |
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| Events and Festivals >> Concerts and Performing Arts |  The Pembroke Community Choir presents "Come to the Water", a collection of Folk, Gospel and Maritime Songs.
Sunday, April 10th; 2:30 pm.
Festival Hall, Pembroke, Ont.
Tickets:(advance)$10-$5(students) at Festival Hall box office. | |
| 281. | Music In The Park |
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| Events and Festivals >> Concerts and Performing Arts | | Aug 19th - Gopher Baroque
Dawn Callan - vocals, bodhran, penny whistle, harmonica, mandolin, banjolin, washboard
Su Callan - vocals, flute, penny whistle, guitar, bodhran, percussion, concertina
Joe Grant - vocals, guitar, fiddle, harmonica
This acoustic folk trio features Canadian,... | |
| 283. | Night of the Arts |
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| Events and Festivals >> Art Shows and Exhibitions | | "Night of the Arts" in Eganville will celebrate local artists and artisans July 28, 7:30 - 9:30 p.m. at Eganville Curling Club. Music, painting, pottery, jewelry, portrait artist and a live auction which includes wooden stools transformed into works of art by local artists plus other... | |
| 284. | Simply Seeing Watercolour |
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| Events and Festivals >> Workshops and Courses | | Instructor: K Y Hanewich
Date: Thursdays, June 9 - 30, 7-9pm
Cost: $90 + $15 (materials) + $13.65 (HST) = $118.65
Description:
For 2 hours a week, Kim will help you see and understand
watercolour painting. The series will begin with 7 exercises:
wash and glaze... | |
| 285. | Calligraphy "Beautiful Writing" |
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| Events and Festivals >> Workshops and Courses | | Instructor: Bernard McCaffrey
Date: Thursdays July 28th - Aug 1l, 7-9pm
Cost: $70 + $10 (materials) + $10.40 (HST) = $90.40
Description:
During this class participants will be introduced to a variety of calligraphy styles... | |
| 286. | Class Axe Guitars Calabogie Blues and Ribfest |
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| Events and Festivals >> Concerts and Performing Arts | | Details and band lineup will be announced as they become available on the newly launched website, calabogieblues.com.
A portion of proceeds from the event will go to local and national charities including the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, and Blues in... | |
| 287. | Stories for Mother's Day at Serendipity on the River |
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| Events and Festivals >> Holiday Celebrations | | Post your stories (and photos too!). What is the best or worst Mother's Day gift you have ever given or received? We'll pick the best story and the winner will get a $25 gift certificate.
Visit our Facebook page to post your stories: www.facebook.com/event.php
If you prefer to remain... | |
| 288. | High School Musical |
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| Events and Festivals >> Concerts and Performing Arts | | Presentation of High School Musical by School of Performing Arts. | |
| 289. | Best Western Renfrew presents a 50's and 60's Rock and Roll Dance |
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| Events and Festivals >> Dances |  Best Western Renfrew presents a 50's & 60's Rock & Roll Dance, August 12, 2011. 7 pm - Midnight.
Free Appetizers
Best Dressed Contest
Best Dancers Contest
Lots of Prizes!
Tickets are $20 each and are available at Korner Hutch, Dahl's, Stone Meadows and Best Western... | |
| 290. | Summer Concerts in the O'Brien Park |
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| Events and Festivals >> Concerts and Performing Arts | |
Come and bring your family to the last of a series of four Free concerts in the beautiful scenic O'Brien Park, at the McDougall Mill Museum and enjoy the sites and sounds of Jim Miller and his kneepal Willy.
Bring your lawn chairs, check out the McDougall Mill Museum or stroll... | |
| 291. | Pembroke Farmers' Market |
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| Events and Festivals >> Farmers Markets |  Homegrown and Handmade Local Products!
Corner of Lake Street and Victoria Street
Pembroke, Ontario
Wednesday and Saturday
8:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Mid-May to mid-October | |
| 292. | Everything You Want to Know About Google |
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| Events and Festivals >> Workshops and Courses | | Enterprise Renfrew County will offer the "Everything You Want To Know About Google" workshop taking place at the Best Western Renfrew Inn & Conference Centre in Renfrew from 9:00 am - 3:00 pm. During this one day workshop you will be shown all that Google is capable of doing for you... | |
| 293. | Toastmasters - Communication and Leadership |
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| Events and Festivals >> Workshops and Courses | | Toastmasters is an educational program to help develop leadership and communication skills. There are books provided to help you work through the basics of speaking such as How to Organize Your Speech, How To Say It, Body Language, Researching Your Topic, Persuade With Power and more. There is... | |
| 294. | The Ottawa Valley Presents: Vivaldi and the Italian Baroque |
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| Events and Festivals >> Concerts and Performing Arts | 
The Ottawa Valley Music Festival Concert Series presents "Vivaldi and the Italian Baroque" on Sunday, September 25th at Grace St. Andrews United Church in Arnprior.
Concert highlights include Vivaldi's "Gloria in D Major", a bassoon concerto featuring... | |
| 300. | Art In The Attic |
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| Events and Festivals >> Art Shows and Exhibitions |  Once again, the spring tradition of Art In The attic will take place in historic Almonte Old Town Hall, 14 Bridge St, Almonte. Featuring works in all media from the members of the Almonte & Area Artists Assoc as well as an exhibition by the senior art students from Almonte District High School.... | |
| 302. | Whitewater Ontario Selected for Provincial Tourism Award |
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| Media and Communications >> Press Releases (OVTA Members) | | For Immediate Release
September 18, 2009
Whitewater Ontario Selected for Provincial Tourism Award
Whitewater Ontario has been selected by the Tourism Industry Association of Ontario as one of the top three finalists for the 2009 Industry Excellence Awards for Tourism Innovator of... | |
| 303. | Birthday Party at Serendipity on the River |
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| Events and Festivals >> Holiday Celebrations | | Saturday, July 30th is our SEVENTH birthday! We're having a party! Drop by the store for a 7% discount and a free loot bag with each purchase! Birthday Cake will be served at 1:00 pm. | |
| 304. | Calvin United Church Open Fine Art Show and Sale |
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| Events and Festivals >> Art Shows and Exhibitions | | Calvin United Church will host its 2nd annual Open Fine Art Show & Sale on Saturday May 26, 2012 from 11am to 4:30pm. FREE admission. Come and view a large variety of beautiful paintings by local artists. The paintings are done in oil, acrylics, water and other mediums. Light refreshments... | |
| 305. | Easter Egg Hunt |
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| Events and Festivals >> Community Days and Events |  Saturday April 23, 2011
11am to 3 pm
Chutes Coulonge will host special activities for children ages 3-12.
Children dress up as your favorite princess or superhero
There will be games and activities, cup cake decorating, pony rides from Ranch RS and the egg... | |
| 306. | River Valley Art Guild - Art Show and Sale |
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| Events and Festivals >> Art Shows and Exhibitions |  The River valley Art guild is a group of people who enjoy creating visual art.
The idea for a Guild arose in 2005 among a few artists and friends who came up with the idea of forming a local group to consider matters of mutual interest and benefit. Artists usually work alone, but can gain from... | |
| 307. | Seedy Sunday in the Ottawa Valley |
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| Events and Festivals >> Community Days and Events | | The 4th Annual Seedy Sunday in the Ottawa Valley will be held on Sunday, March 6, 2011 from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm in the Cafeteria Auditorium at Fellowes High School (420 Bell St.) in Pembroke. Admission is free. All new and experienced gardeners, local food lovers and the curious will want to... | |
| 308. | TREE-MENDOUS LOVE...FROM THE MANAGER TO THE CROSS |
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| Events and Festivals >> Holiday Celebrations | | St. John's Lutheran Church, 357 Miller St. Pembroke, Ontario is pleased to present "TREE-MENDOUS LOVE...FROM THE MANGER TO THE CROSS',
a Christmas journey, on Sunday December 18, 2011. St. John's Bell Choir will provide seasonal inspirational music beginning at 6:30 p.m. The... | |
| 309. | The Ottawa Valley Celebrates Tourism Week in Canada |
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| Media and Communications >> Press Releases (OVTA Staff) | | Media Release For Immediate Release
May 29, 2009
The Ottawa Valley celebrates Tourism Week in Canada!
(Pembroke, ON) – June 1st to 7th, 2009 is Tourism Week in Canada, which is a great opportunity for all Canadians to celebrate the important contributions that... | |
| 310. | Printmaking Workshop - Nature and Symbolism |
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| Events and Festivals >> Workshops and Courses | | Instructor: Robert Hinchley
Date: Saturday Aug 13, 10 - 4pm Cost: $70 + $20 (materials) + $11.70 (HST) = $101.70
Description:
In this workshop participants will explore techniques in Linocut, Stencil printmaking, and
monoprinting. Nature and symbolism will be the... | |
| 311. | Ontario's Highlands Tourism Conference 2011 |
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| Events and Festivals >> Workshops and Courses |  For pre-registration, please visit http://guestli.st/68313!
Schedule:
9:30 – 10 am
Registration
10 – 10:15 am
Welcome
10:15 – 11:30 am
OHTO... | |
| 312. | Beachburg Yule Artisan Fair |
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| Events and Festivals >> Art Shows and Exhibitions |  Join us for the Beachburg Yule Artisan Fair that will be hosted on Sunday, December 4th, 2011, in Beachburg Ontario. This is a gathering of some of the finest artists in the Whitewater Region, bringing you wonderful handmade Arts and Crafts that will be a great gift this Yuletide Season! Unique one... | |
| 313. | Rustic Trellis Workshop |
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| Events and Festivals >> Workshops and Courses | | Instructor: Linda Hempell Date: Saturday June 4th 1-4pm
Cost: $40 + $12 (mat) + $6.76 (HST) = $58.76
Description:
In this workshop each student will build an arched trellis using alder saplings. The trellises are approximately 2 feet wide and 7 feet tall. By... | |
| 314. | Traditional Robbie Burns Celebration |
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| Events and Festivals >> Holiday Celebrations |  Eganville Legion is the place to be Saturday January 28 when the annual Robbie Burns celebration takes place.
In its' 16 year, the annual celebration conitnues to attract a loyal audience who proudly dress in their favourite Scottish tartan while enjoying the formalities of the... | |
| 315. | Transform an Enclyclopedia into an Altered Book |
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| Events and Festivals >> Workshops and Courses | | Instructor: Donna Desmond Date: Saturday July 23, 10am - 1pm
Cost: $40 + $5 + $5.85 (HST) = $$50.85
Description:
In this workshop, each participant will learn how to transform an antique encylopedia from 1898 into a work of altered... | |
| 316. | Watershed |
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| Events and Festivals >> Art Shows and Exhibitions | | June 17 - July 17
Opening: June 17, 7-9pm
This juried, multi artist exhibition will feature works inspired by the Madawaska and Bonnechere River watersheds. The intention of this exhibition is to reflect on the role that humans play in stewardship and respect for water. This... | |
| 317. | Ottawa Valley Motorcycle FAM Tour |
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| Media and Communications >> Press Releases (OVTA Staff) | | (Pembroke, ON) – The Ottawa Valley Tourist Association (OVTA) is excited to announce a very special motorcycle familiarization (FAM) tour, taking place May 31 – June 4th, 2011. The upcoming media FAM tour will result in invaluable editorial coverage featuring motorcycle riding in the... | |
| 318. | North American Canoe Adventures |
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| Events and Festivals >> Workshops and Courses | | The 4th of 5 Nature in Your Neighbourhood Library Presentations is taking place on Thursday.
North American Canoe Adventures, with canoeist and author Max Finkelstein Thurs. Nov 17, 2011, 7pm - Killaloe Lions Hall, in partnership with the Killaloe Public Library- Admission is free.
Biologist,... | |
| 319. | Ontarios Higlands searches for bloggers to help promote area |
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| Media and Communications >> Press Releases (OVTA Staff) |  Pembroke, ON (July 28, 2011) – Do you actively enjoy some of the many attractions that the Ontario’s Highlands region has to offer? Are you a local resident, small business owner or frequent visitor to the region that enjoys telling your latest exploits to others? Do you long for a... | |
| 320. | Classic Theatre Festival |
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| Events and Festivals >> Concerts and Performing Arts |  Classic Theatre Festival: Ottawa Valley's Professional Summer Theatre
This summer we are pleased to be at the Mason Theatre (13 Victoria St.) in beautiful Perth.
Bell, Book and Candle: July 8 to July 31, 2011
Wed. to Sat. at 8pm
Wed., Sat. & Sun. matinees at 2pm
Previews: July 8, 8pm;... | |
| 321. | SAB Stock |
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| Events and Festivals >> Concerts and Performing Arts |  3rd ANNUAL SAB STOCK, EVERBODY WELCOME!
SAB STOCK 2011
July 8th, 9th and 10th!
Over 20 bands
...-Rough tent & Trailer camping!
- Food vendor & ice available
- Save on advanced ticket now until June 17th!
- This year, come hop on star 96’s Jed The Mechanical Bull!
-THIS YEARS... | |
| 322. | SAB Stock |
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| Events and Festivals >> Concerts and Performing Arts | | 3rd ANNUAL SAB STOCK, EVERBODY WELCOME!
SAB STOCK 2011
July 8th, 9th and 10th!
Over 20 bands
...-Rough tent & Trailer camping!
- Food vendor & ice available
- Save on advanced ticket now until June 17th!
- This year, come hop on star 96’s Jed The Mechanical Bull!
-THIS YEARS... | |
| 323. | 2011 Motorcycle FAM Tour Brings A New Tourism Perspective To the Ottawa Valley |
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| Media and Communications >> Press Releases (OVTA Staff) |  Greater Madawaska, ON: Wednesday, June 1st kicked of the 2011 motorcycle familiarization (FAM) tour at Calabogie Peaks Resort. This starts their four day journey throughout the Ottawa Valley. Along their route they will stop at various Ottawa Valley tourism destinations while enjoying the beautiful... | |
| 324. | Rustic Chair Workshop |
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| Events and Festivals >> Workshops and Courses |  Rustic Child Chair with Woven Seat
Instructor: Cheryl Evans Date: Friday June 18th 9-6pm Cost: $80 + $25 (mat) = $105
Description: Cheryl Evans will lead participants through this project using the Veritas power tenon cutter. ... | |
| 325. | New Tourism Organization Helps Local Business Reach Francophone Market |
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| Media and Communications >> Press Releases (OVTA Staff) | | (Pembroke, ON) - The Ontario's Highlands Tourism Organization (OHTO) has partnered with Direction Ontario, the leader in Francophone tourism marketing, to increase regional visibility with the French-language tourist market. The OHTO has leveraged this relationship to bring a significant... | |
| 326. | Hell or Highwater - Celebrating the Petawawa River |
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| Events and Festivals >> Festivals |  On Saturday, May 7, 2011 the first boat of many will launch into the waters of the Petawawa River, right here in Petawawa, marking the official start of third annual Hell or High Water weekend in Petawawa. The event celebrates the wild rivers of the Ottawa Valley, while supporting the tourism and... | |
| 327. | Comedy Theatre-"Take My Husband..Please" |
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| Events and Festivals >> Concerts and Performing Arts | | 2011 marks "NO STRINGS ATTACHED" 3rd. annual theatre production for charity. This year we proudly present "Take My Husband...Please!" an adult comedy by John D. Smitherman on Thursday Nov.10th., Friday Nov.11th., Saturday Nov. 12th. at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday Nov. 13th. at 1:30... | |
| 328. | Ontario’s Highlands’ mobile app now available for free download |
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| Media and Communications >> Press Releases (OVTA Staff) | | Pembroke, ON (July 22, 2011) – The Ontario’s Highlands Tourism Organization (OHTO) is pleased to announce that their regional tourism-themed mobile application (app) is now available for Apple mobile devices, including the popular iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch. The mobile app is intended... | |
| 331. | OVTA Launches New Tourism Website |
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| Media and Communications >> Press Releases (OVTA Staff) | | (Pembroke, ON) – The Ottawa Valley Tourist Association (OVTA) is pleased to announce the launch of its new website www.OttawaValley.travel. The new site, which is an amalgamation of all three OVTA websites – www.ValleyExplore.com, www.RootsandRivers.ca and www.OttawaValley.org - is... | |
| 332. | Lindsay Barr and the Bullies |
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| Events and Festivals >> Dances |  Lindsay Barr's original blend of Blues, Rock, Soul and at times just a hint of Country, is very high energy and very danceable. This combination has lead her to be a local favorite. She is a powerful singer and puts her heart and soul into every note. Lindsay was also a top 20 finalist on... | |
| 333. | Rick Mercer Attends Giant Pumpkin Events at Huglis Blueberry Ranch |
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| Media and Communications >> Press Releases (OVTA Members) |  Rick Mercer Attends Giant Pumpkin Events at Hugli’s Blueberry Ranch &
A New World Record Was Set for Giant Gourd
Pembroke: Well-known Canadian comedian Rick Mercer attended the Giant Pumpkin Weigh-Off on Saturday, September 26th and participated in the Giant Pumpkin... | |
| 334. | Ontario Parks Association Trails Specialist Workshop |
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| Events and Festivals >> Workshops and Courses |  The demand for sustainable trail systems in municipalities has never been greater. With a thrust towards increasing the activity levels amongst residents through affordable recreational opportunities combined with enevironmnetal stewardship pressures to increase opportunities for non-motorized... | |
| 335. | OVTA Wins Prestigious Award for New Website |
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| Media and Communications >> Press Releases (OVTA Staff) |  (Pembroke, Ontario) - The Ottawa Valley Tourist Association (OVTA) is the proud winner of the Ontario Economic Development Award in the "Technology" category for their new database-driven dynamic website - www.OttawaValley.travel.
The Ontario Economic Development Awards,... | |
| 336. | Mozart's "Coronation Mass" and the Classical Tradition |
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| Events and Festivals >> Concerts and Performing Arts | 
On Sunday, June 5th, the beautiful St. Pius Church in Osceola will be the very special setting for a concert that will feature Mozart's Coronation Mass and some rediscovered masterpieces by the Salzburg genius . Presented by the Ottawa Valley Music Festival, the concert will feature... | |
| 337. | Storyland Turns The Page On Another Summer |
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| Media and Communications >> Press Releases (OVTA Members) | | RENFREW, ON – 27 August 2010 – After another novel summer at Storyland, Labour Day marks the end of the family theme park’s regular summer season. Storyland will be open daily until Monday September 6th.
Work has been going on throughout the summer to prepare the... | |
| 338. | LEGEND IN BLACK - Tribute to Johnny Cash |
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| Events and Festivals >> Concerts and Performing Arts |  The Pembroke Petawawa Lions Club is involved in many activities to help those in need and improve the quality of life in the community. Our Motto is: We Serve. The Lions Club is a service club assisting with fundraising for local organizations and financial aid to people in need. They promote... | |
| 339. | 2010 Rural Ramble Marketing Campaign Announced |
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| Media and Communications >> Press Releases (OVTA Staff) |  Pembroke, ON) - The marketing campaign for the 2010 Rural Ramble was finalized at the Ottawa Valley Tourist Association’s (OVTA) April marketing committee meeting, and it will be big!
The marketing campaign for the 2010 Rural Ramble will include the insertion of 20,000 full-colour Rural... | |
| 340. | Annual Bridges To Better Business Event - New Economy..New Opportunities |
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| Events and Festivals >> Workshops and Courses | | Enterprise Renfrew County (ERC) and the Renfrew and Area Chamber of Commerce have partnered together to host the Annual 2011 Bridges to Better Business Event "New Economy...New Opportunities!" being held Friday October 21, 2011 from 9:00 am 4:00 pm at The Renfrew Armouries in Renfrew,... | |
| 341. | Summer Arrival Brings Back Storyland |
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| Media and Communications >> Press Releases (OVTA Members) | | Summer Arrival Brings Back Storyland
Park Opens Daily For Summer Beginning June 23rd
RENFREW, ON – 23 June 2010 – With the return of summer another season of fun arrives in Renfrew County as Storyland Park opens for daily operations on Wednesday, June... | |
| 342. | See Giant Pumpkins at Hugli Blueberry Ranch |
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| Media and Communications >> Press Releases (OVTA Members) | | See some of the largest pumpkins and vegetables grown in the world! Competitors and spectators are invited to Hugli’s Blueberry Ranch on Saturday, September 24th for the GPC Sanctioned Giant Pumpkin Weigh-Off for Eastern Ontario and Quebec. The event kicks off at noon.
The weigh-off... | |
| 343. | OVTA Announces Board of Directors for 2010 2011 |
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| Media and Communications >> Press Releases (OVTA Staff) |  (Pembroke, ON) – The Ottawa Valley Tourist Association (OVTA) is pleased to announce its Board of Directors for 2010 – 2011.
The Board of Directors, which is comprised of membership representatives from various sectors of the local tourism industry, was elected at the Annual General... | |
| 344. | Delicious Deals at your favourite restaurants throughout the County |
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| Media and Communications >> Press Releases (OVTA Staff) | | Pembroke, ON – The County of Renfrew’s Economic Development Division, in partnership with the City of Pembroke, Ottawa Valley Tourist Association and sponsored by Renfrew County Community Futures Corporation, is excited to announce the launch for the first ever VALLEYLICIOUS dining... | |
| 345. | Delicious Deals at your favourite restaurants throughout the County |
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| Media and Communications >> Press Releases (OVTA Staff) | | Pembroke, ON – The County of Renfrew’s Economic Development Division, in partnership with the City of Pembroke and Ottawa Valley Tourist Association, is excited to announce the official application process for the first ever VALLEYLICIOUS dining event has begun.
Based on experiences in... | |
| 346. | Application Deadline for the 2010 Rural Ramble Has Been Extended |
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| Media and Communications >> Press Releases (OVTA Staff) |  (Pembroke, ON) – The 2010 Rural Ramble will be a festival to remember, with four theme weekends set up to showcase the unique aspects of rural living in the Ottawa Valley. The themed weekends are: Adventure & Exploration (Sept. 18-19), Agriculture & Food (Sept. 25-26), Arts &... | |
| 347. | Congratulations are in order: OVTA announces winners of Rural Ramble contests |
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| Media and Communications >> Press Releases (OVTA Staff) |  (Pembroke, ON) – The Ottawa Valley Tourist Association (OVTA) is excited to announce the winner of the 2011 Rural Ramble Passport Draw and the winners of the first ever Rural Rambler’s Choice Awards.
This year’s Rural Ramble saw the introduction of two new features – the... | |
| 348. | Tourism in the Valley on 'A' Morning Show |
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| Media and Communications >> Tourism Week |  Check out Mr. Black as he participates in new tourism adventures on the 'A' Morning Show for Tourism Week. From Monday, June 1st to Saturday, June 6th watch as he rides the rapids on RiverRun's new Heritage River Tour, races a brand new Mustang GT at Calabogie Motorsports, gets dirty... | |
| 350. | OVTA Announces Winners of "Remember When" Photo Contest |
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| Media and Communications >> Press Releases (OVTA Staff) |  (Pembroke, ON) – The Ottawa Valley Tourist Association (OVTA) is pleased to announce the winners of the “Remember When” photo contest, which ran for the month of August. The contest invited visitors and residents to submit pictures of their most memorable vacations in the Ottawa... | |
| 351. | Internationally Praised Pianist Conducts Masterclass in Eganville: all welcome! |
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| Events and Festivals >> Workshops and Courses | | The Ottawa Valley Music Festival presents internationally acclaimed Canadian pianist Kathrerine Chi performing a piano recital on Sunday, April 3rd at Grace Lutheran Church.
As part of this exciting musical moment in Eganville, thanks to the generosity of the Eganville Rotary... | |
| 352. | Snowmobiling |
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| Things to Do >> Winter Activities |  Winter in the Ottawa Valley means lots of snow and crisp temperatures – perfect snowmobiling weather for sledding enthusiasts! By mid-December, when a blanket of snow covers the land, a quarter-century of trail building opens the landscape and makes the wilderness even more accessible.
The... | |
| 353. | OVTA holds Press Conference to launch 5 day Motorcycle FAM tour |
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| Media and Communications >> Press Releases (OVTA Staff) | 
The Ottawa Valley Tourist Association (OVTA) invites you to attend a Press Conference
to launch a special 5 day Motorcycle FAM Tour of the Ottawa Valley!
What: A special press conference to launch a 5 day motorcycle FAM tour of the Ottawa Valley. This... | |
| 354. | Calabogie Blues - Blues and Ribfest at Calabogie Peaks Resort |
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| Events and Festivals >> Concerts and Performing Arts | | The first annual Class Axe Guitars Calabogie Blues & Ribfest to be held August 12-14, at Calabogie Peaks Resort
OTTAWA, Ont. (June 20, 2011) – Blues artists and ribbers from across Canada and the US will gather August 12, 13 & 14 at Calabogie Peaks Resort to celebrate the first... | |
| 355. | "Ride the Valley" - 2011 Ottawa Valley Motorcycle FAM tour |
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| Media and Communications >> Events and Conferences |  The Ottawa Valley Tourist Association (OVTA) is excited to announce a very special motorcycle familiarization (FAM) tour, taking place May 31 – June 4th, 2011. The upcoming media FAM tour will result in invaluable editorial coverage featuring motorcycle riding in the Ottawa... | |
| 356. | OVTA Welcomes Approved Destination Status from China |
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| Media and Communications >> Press Releases (OVTA Staff) | |
OVTA Welcomes Approved Destination Status from China
(Pembroke, ON) – The Ottawa Valley Tourist Association (OVTA) welcomes the Government of China’s recent decision to grant Canada Approved Destination Status, a designation which will make it easier for Chinese... | |
| 357. | 2011 Rural Ramble - Agriculture and Food Weekend |
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| Events and Festivals >> Festivals | 
A healthy appetite for knowledge and good food is a must have for the Rural Ramble’s Agriculture & Food weekend, scheduled for September 17th and 18th.
The Rural Ramble is a celebration of rural living at its best. Every year thousands of visitors flock to the region to bask... | |
| 358. | 2011 Rural Ramble - History and Heritage Weekend |
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| Events and Festivals >> Festivals |  The Rural Ramble's History & Heritage Weekend (Sept 24-25) is a great opportunity to reflect on Ottawa Valley's rich history and diverse heritage.
The Rural Ramble is a celebration of rural living at its best. Every year thousands of visitors flock to the region to bask in the glow of... | |
| 359. | 2011 Rural Ramble - Arts and Culture Weekend |
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| Events and Festivals >> Festivals |  The final weekend of the Rural Ramble provides the perfect opportunity to celebrate Ottawa Valley’s vibrant arts community.
The Rural Ramble is a celebration of rural living at its best. Every year thousands of visitors flock to the region to bask in the glow of the brilliant fall... | |
| 360. | Celebrate the harvest with the Rural Rambles Agriculture and Food Weekend |
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| Media and Communications >> Press Releases (OVTA Staff) |  (Pembroke, ON) – Celebrate the harvest with a farm adventure and delicious local cuisine with the Rural Ramble’s Agriculture & Food weekend, September 25th and 26th.
A healthy appetite for knowledge and good food is a must for this theme weekend! Some of the things a Rambler can... | |
| 361. | Let's Get Ready to Ramble: 2011 Rural Ramble Applications Now Being Accepted |
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| Media and Communications >> Press Releases (OVTA Staff) | 
(Pembroke, ON) – Applications are now being accepted for the 2011 Rural Ramble. The 2011 Rural Ramble will be a festival to remember, with four theme weekends set up to showcase the unique aspects of rural living in the Ottawa Valley. The themed weekends are: Adventure &... | |
| 363. | OVTA Announces 2011-2012 Board of Directors |
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| Media and Communications >> Press Releases (OVTA Staff) |  (Pembroke, ON) – The Ottawa Valley Tourist Association (OVTA) is pleased to announce its Board of Directors for 2011 – 2012.
The Board of Directors, which is comprised of membership representatives from various sectors of the local tourism industry, was elected at the Annual General... | |
| 364. | Champlain Trail Museum and Pioneer Village |
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| Things to Do >> Attractions and Museums |  The Champlain Trail Museum and Pioneer Village is the oldest Museum in Renfrew County and has one of the largest collection of Ottawa Valley artifacts. It is a local attraction not to be missed!
Located at 1032 Pembroke St. East at the corner of Angus Campbell Drive, the Museum sits on... | |
| 365. | 2011 Rural Ramble - Adventure and Exploration Weekend |
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| Events and Festivals >> Festivals |  September 10th & 11th kick off the Rural Ramble with the Adventure & Exploration weekend!
The Rural Ramble is a celebration of rural living at its best. Every year thousands of visitors flock to the region to bask in the glow of the brilliant fall colours and experience the... | |
| 366. | OVTA Launches Remember When Photo Contest |
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| Media and Communications >> Press Releases (OVTA Staff) | | (Pembroke, ON) – The Ottawa Valley Tourist Association (OVTA) recently launched an on-line photo contest and is inviting local residents and visitors to enter for their chance to win great Ottawa Valley prizes valued at over $1500.
The “Remember When” photo contest, which runs... | |
| 367. | Ottawa Valley Travel Specials for the Canadian Forces |
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| Media and Communications >> Press Releases (OVTA Staff) | | Media Release for immediate release
June 19, 2009
Ottawa Valley Travel Specials for the Canadian Forces
(Pembroke, ON) – Members of the Ottawa Valley Tourist Association (OVTA) are showing their support to the brave men and women of the Canadian Forces by offering a variety... | |
| 368. | It's Tourism Week... Celebrate by Exploring the Ottawa Valley! |
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| Media and Communications >> Press Releases (OVTA Staff) |  Media Release For Immediate Release
May 29, 2009
(Pembroke, ON) - The Ottawa Valley Tourist Association (OVTA) is celebrating Tourism Week (June 1-7, 2009) and residents and visitors are invited to explore and experience all that the Ottawa Valley has to offer. The Ottawa Valley –... | |
| 369. | The 2011 Rural Ramble is in full swing: Two theme weekends to go! |
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| Media and Communications >> Press Releases (OVTA Staff) |  (Pembroke) - The 2011 Rural Ramble in the Ottawa Valley is in full swing. There are two theme weekends left in the month long festival and still plenty of opportunities to participate in this beloved Valley tradition.
Organized by the Ottawa Valley Tourist Association (OVTA), the Rural Ramble is a... | |
| 370. | The new Rural Ramble Set to Showcase the Ottawa Valley |
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| Media and Communications >> Press Releases (OVTA Staff) |  The new Rural Ramble Set to Showcase the Ottawa Valley
(Pembroke) - The new Rural Ramble in the Ottawa Valley is getting ready to celebrate rural living. Showcasing three weekends of exploration, agriculture, arts and history, this year’s event begins September 18th and runs until October... | |
| 371. | The BIGGEST TOURISM Networking Event in Renfrew County |
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| Media and Communications >> Press Releases (OVTA Staff) | | (Pembroke, ON) – Excitement is building for the 2011 Ottawa Valley Tourism Conference. The Conference, an annual event hosted by the Ottawa Valley Tourist Association (OVTA), is being held April 28 at Twin Rivers Golf Course located on the Canadian Forces Base in Petawawa. This year’s... | |
| 372. | Celebrate Ottawa Valley Arts and Culture and History and Heritage |
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| Media and Communications >> Press Releases (OVTA Staff) |  (Pembroke, ON) – October 2nd & 3rd is the final weekend of the Rural Ramble with sites showcasing Ottawa Valley Arts & Culture and sites highlighting Ottawa Valley History & Heritage.
This weekend provides the perfect opportunity to celebrate the Ottawa Valley’s... | |
| 373. | Ross Museum |
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| Things to Do >> Attractions and Museums | | Ross Museum is the focus of the Whitewater Historical Society. The society was established in 1985 to promote and preserve local history and safeguard the museum collections until it had received the donation of the Ross House, a replica of an early 1800's home. The museum opened to the public in... | |
| 374. | The 2011 Rural Ramble Set to Showcase the Ottawa Valley |
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| Media and Communications >> Press Releases (OVTA Staff) |  (Pembroke) - The 2011 Rural Ramble in the Ottawa Valley is getting ready to celebrate rural living. Showcasing four weekends of exploration, agriculture, history and arts, this year’s event begins September 10th and runs every weekend until October 2nd.
Organized by the Ottawa Valley Tourist... | |
| 375. | Madawaska Valley Artisan Festival |
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| Events and Festivals >> Art Shows and Exhibitions | 
2009 marked the 25th anniversary of the Madawaska Valley Artisan Festival.
It was originally aninitiativeof the Madawaska Valley Arts Council in 1984. The Festival was a two-day event held at the ski hill south of Barry's Bay. It was truly a festival as there was... | |
| 376. | Membership in the Ontarios Highlands Tourism Organization |
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| Media and Communications >> Press Releases (OVTA Staff) | 
Membership in the Ontario’s Highlands Tourism Organization (OHTO)
The Ontario’s Highlands Tourism Organization (OHTO) is one of 13 Regional Tourism Organizations (RTOs) created by the Ontario government to increase tourism to the... | |
| 377. | 2011 Annual Tourism Conference and AGM |
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| Events and Festivals >> Workshops and Courses |  Mark your Calendars! The Ottawa Valley Tourist Association (OVTA) will be hosting it's Annual Tourism Conference and Annual General Meeting Thursday April 28 at Twin Rivers Golf Course in Petawawa. Just in time to get everyone excited for the busy summer tourism season!
What
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| 378. | The Historic Opeongo Line (Valley Explore) |
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| Valley Explore >> Drive >> Driving Tour Guide |  This route traces the historic Ottawa and Opeongo Road which was established by the Canadian government in the 1850s to lure European settlers into the hinterland.
Itinerary
Approximate Distance: 201km (124mi)
Depart Castleford
Castleford to... | |
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