What’s up community calendar for the Upper Ottawa Valley

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If you would like your community event to appear in our listings calendar, please send details at least one week in advance via email to: [email protected]. Publicized events must be open to the public.

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SATURDAY, MAY 20

GIANT PLANT SALE: Giant Plant Sale sponsored by the Pembroke Horticultural Society takes place at the Pembroke and Area Community Centre (Pem-Ice2) at the corner of Boundary Road and Bennett Street, on Saturday, May 20 from 9 a.m. until the plants are sold out. Perennials for sun and shade, tomato and pepper plants, ground covers, tubers and more.

ANNUAL PLANT SALE: The Eganville and Area Horticultural Society offers perennials, shrubs and seedlings, proven for this region. 9-11 a.m., beside the Curling Rink at Eganville’s Legion Field.

PLANT AND BAKE SALE: The Crossroads Community Club is  hosting its annual plant and bake sale on Saturday, May 20 located at 2232 Snake River Line, Cobden from 8 a.m. – 12 p.m.

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Sunday, May 21

OPEN HOUSE AT THE NUCLEAR MUSEUM: Open house at the Nuclear Museum (Society for the Preservation of Canada’s Nuclear Heritage), 51 Poplar St, Deep River, 1 to 4 p.m. Come see our varied collection of artifacts from Canada’s nuclear history. Admission free (donations welcome).  [email protected] and www.nuclearheritage.com

CIVITAN BINGO: The Greater Petawawa Civitan Club hosts a weekly bingo in the Petawawa Civic Centre Hall. Bingo details can be found on the Civitan Club’s website. Doors open 5:30 p.m., flash games at 6:30 p.m., regular games at 7 p.m. Please contact the club directly for all inquiries.

Tuesday, May 23

ZUMBA: Tuesday mornings Zumba Gold with Monika Pletz takes place at Killaloe Lions Hall from 10 – 11 a.m.

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ALGONQUIN COLLEGE — SPEAKER SERIES: Identifying Unmarked Graves and Burial Sites at Canada’s former Indian Residential Schools — a virtual presentation beginning at 7 p.m. Kimberly Murray has been appointed as Independent Special Interlocutor for Missing Children and Unmarked Graves and Burial Sites associated with Indian Residential Schools. The Special Interlocutor works closely and collaboratively with Indigenous leaders, communities, survivors, families and experts to identify measures and to recommend a new federal legal framework to ensure the respectful and culturally appropriate treatment and protection of unmarked graves and burial sites of children at former residential schools. During this speaker series we will learn more from Murray about her work through an interview and question and answer session with the audience. Learn more and register here

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Wednesday, May 24

SENIORS SING-A-LONG: Killaloe Seniors Friendship Club members sing-a-long at the Club. 12 Lake St. Wednesday 1 till 2:30 p.m. New members welcome.

TEENS CHILL SPACE: Killaloe District Public Library presents A Chill Space for ages 12 to 17 Wednesdays from 4 to 6 p.m. Games. Snacks. Computers.

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS: A.A. Wednesday nights 6:30 p.m. Killaloe Seniors Friendship Club, 12 Lake St. Everyone welcome.

ALGONQUIN COLLEGE – SPEAKER SERIES: The Royals! What’s next for the Royal Family? A 7 p.m. virtual presentation. The accession of King Charles III has prompted discussion and debate regarding the future of the monarchy in the United Kingdom and the Commonwealth realms. A smaller, more streamlined royal family will undertake public duties while experiencing scrutiny of their personal lives. All eyes will be on King Charles III and Queen Camilla as well as William and Catherine, the Prince and Princess of Wales as they shape the monarchy in the 21st century. Join Royal historian Carolyn Harris to learn more about the past, current and future state of the monarchy. Harris has been a leading Royal family commentator for several national news outlets for the past few years. For more information or to register visit

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SCOTTISH COUNTRY DANCING IN PEMBROKE: Wednesday evenings Scottish Country Dancing in Pembroke. Come join us for a fun evening of Scottish dancing Wednesday evenings from 7-9 p.m. at Wesley United Church. Wear comfortable clothes and shoes. Classes are $8 each with your first one being free! Try something new and meet new people. For any questions contact Jody Kulas at [email protected].

DARTS: Darts every Wednesday night at 7 p.m. in the Killaloe Lions Hall. $2 admission. Cash bar.

Thursday, May 25

ADULT FITNESS: Mondays 10 to 11 a.m. Imagine feeling great – take part in our adult fitness classes in the Killaloe Lions Hall.

COOKING WITH FRIENDS: On Thursday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., the Cooking with Friends Group meets at the North Community Centre in Killaloe.

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COMMUNITY CRAFT CIRCLE: Thursday evening’s Community Craft Circle from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at the Community Resource Center at 15 Lake St. in Killaloe.

Friday, May 26

GIGANTIC GARAGE SALE: St. John’s Lutheran Church, at 605 Black Bay Rd. in Petawawa is holding a gigantic garage sale on May 26 from 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and May 27 from 7:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Furniture, chesterfields, kitchen items, home decor, men’s, ladies’ and children’s clothing, plants, books, bargains galore! Silent auction on specific items! A percentage of the proceeds will be donated to the Robbie Dean Centre and youth and children’s programs at St. John’s.

QUILT SHOW AND SALE: The 1000 Islands Quilters’ Guild is having a Show and Sale on May 26-27 from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. at the Lou Jeffries Recreation Centre, 600 King St., East Gananoque. www.thousandislandsquiltersguild.com

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Saturday, May 27

RUMMAGE AND PLANT SALE: St. Luke’s Anglican Church at 307 Julien St. in Pembroke is holding a rummage and plant sale on Saturday, May 27 from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. Come early! Find lots of bargains here!

COMMUNITY YARD SALE: Looking for pre-loved items you can’t buy anywhere else? Come see what treasures you can find at our yard sale in support of Walk For Her! Saturday, May 27 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 1348 Pembroke St. West at Lavallee Health Centre. 100% of proceeds to the 2023 Walk For Her.

PLANT SALE: Petawawa and Area Grannies are holding their first plant sale on Saturday, May 27 from 9 a.m. to noon in front of Looking Glass Toys (in the parking lot behind Starbucks) at 3025 Petawawa Blvd. Pay by donation. All proceeds to Stephen Lewis Foundation for the Grandmothers to Grandmothers Campaign.

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RDCC CHARITY PAINT NIGHT: Join the Robbie Dean Counselling Centre again for a fantastic night of painting at the Petawawa Legion. Two local veteran artists, Jay Baker and Isabelle Beaulieu will walk you through painting your next masterpiece. Fingers foods are generously provided by Mary Brown’s Chicken – Petawawa. There are only 40 spots available. Register at www.rdccevents.com

STONE FENCE THEATRE: Stone Fence Theatre presents Tom Thomson and The Colours of Canada, Saturday, May 27 at Mackenzie Community School in Deep River, 7 p.m. Stone Fence Theatre presents its original musical in ragtime about the mysterious death of Canada’s most famous artist and his presumed fiancée, inspired by the writings of Roy MacGregor. In partnership with Deep River and District Hospital. Tickets: $40 online

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Sunday, May 28

SPEAKER’S CORNER: Eganville Rotary Club Speaker’s Corner is happy to welcome Social Worker Angie Lepine from Renfrew Victoria Hospital who will speak on the topic ‘Is Depression a Normal Part of Growing Older?  Hope and Healing for Older Adults.’ At The Echo Centre, 30 Bell Street, beginning at 1 p.m.

LIVE MUSIC: An Afternoon of Music with Timi Turmel, Erin Leahy and Louis Schryer at the Micksburg Community Hall. 2 p.m. – 4 p.m. Tickets – $25 (advanced tickets only). Call 613-732-9432 or 613-735-1637. Proceeds to operation and maintenance of hall.

SPRING GOSPEL MUSIC CONCERT: Sunday May 28 at 6:30 p.m. (Doors open at 6 p.m.) at Mount Zion United Church, 34 Barry Street, Pembroke (turn left at the corner of B-Line Rd. and Petawawa Blvd.)  The best of good old-tyme gospel and contemporary Christian music!  Featuring Curtis and Esther Prins; House Band: Christian Heritage Rangers Incorporated. Good will offering with net proceeds to Teen Challenge and the work of Christ at Mount Zion United Church Pembroke.

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Monday, May 29

ADULT FITNESS: Mondays 10 to 11 a.m. Imagine feeling great – take part in our adult fitness classes in the Killaloe Lions Hall.

STRIDE AND STROLL: Stride and Stroll all-season pole walking group. Mondays, 12-1 p.m. Meet in Station Park in Killaloe.

SCOTTISH COUNTRY DANCING IN PET: Monday evenings Scottish Country Dancing in Petawawa. This is an evening class for adults of all ages. There is social dancing where you meet people from all walks of life, laugh a little and get some exercise. There is a $5 fee plus a can for the food bank (if you can). We go from 7-9 p.m. at the Silver Threads Community Centre on Victoria St. in Petawawa. Wear comfortable clothes and shoes! For any questions contact Vicky Zeltins at [email protected].

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Tuesday, May 30

HORSESHOE LEAGUE REGISTRATION:  Registration for adult horseshoes at Riverside Park in Pembroke will be held Tuesday, May 30 and Wednesday, May 31 from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Cost is $19.50 for the season.

HIGH TEA: First Presbyterian Church in Pembroke is pleased to invite you to a High Tea. It will be held on Tuesday, May 30 from 2 to 4 p.m. in the Church Hall at 257 Pembroke Street West. Tickets are $15 and can be purchased at Astrid’s Floral Boutique, 10 Pembroke Street West at the bridge, 613 732-1111.  Come enjoy delicious sandwiches, heavenly desserts and sparkly conversation with friends and newcomers! Hope to meet you there.

MENTAL HEALTH FAMILY SUPPORT: Are you caring for a loved one who is struggling with their mental health? Community Mental Health Family Support invites you to our monthly Caregiver Coffee Group. Each month guest speakers share insight and tools to help navigate the caregiver journey. For more information contact Nancy at 613-732-8770 ext. 8004.

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Wednesday, May 31

REGISTRATION DEADLINE FOR SLO-PITCH FOR A CAUSE: Register now to reserve your team for Robbie Dean’s annual charity Slo-Pitch for a Cause baseball tournament set to take place on June 3^rd. Raffles, prizes and more.  There is only room for 12 teams (with 10 to 12 people per team). $300 per team due on game day. Deadline to sign up is May 31st.  Register at www.rdccevents.com

Thursday, June 1

INDIGENOUS PROTOCOLS, SMUDGING AND CEREMONY: June 1, 4-5:30 p.m. at Mashkiwizii Manido Foundation. During this Culture Connect session, attendees will explore the answers to the questions related to Indigenous protocols, smudging and ceremonies. This free event is open to all. Register here, liplanarkrenfrew.ca/event

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MOVIE NIGHT IN THE PARK – SOMEONE LIKE ME: June 1, 8:30-11 p.m. at Pembroke Amphitheatre. Kick off PRIDE month with Pembroke Pride and Culture Connect with a movie night in the park featuring Someone Like Me. This free event is open to all. Register here, liplanarkrenfrew.ca/event

Friday, June 2

MEDICINE WHEEL GARDEN DEDICATION: On June 2, 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. at Algonquin College Pembroke Campus. As National Indigenous History Month commences for June, Pembroke Campus, in partnership with Algonquin College Applied Research and The Circle of Turtle Lodge, located on the traditional unceded, unsurrendered territory of the Anishinaabe Algonquin People is excited to invite you to join us as we celebrate the opening of our Medicine Wheel Garden and share in a dedication of this sacred space. This free event is open to all. Register here, liplanarkrenfrew.ca/event

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REGIONALE GALLERIE: Chapeau Regionale Gallerie located at 106 St. Jacques Street, Chapeau, Que., is opening from June 2 to September 16, Tuesday to Saturday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

INDIGENOUS HISTORY MONTH: Chapeau Regionale Gallerie is celebrating National Indigenous History Month from June 2 to June 30, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Saturday, June 3

RENFREW QUILT SHOW:  On Saturday, June 3 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday, June 4 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. – Renfrew Quilt Show at Ma-Te-Way Park Dr., Renfrew. Admission $10. Tea rooms, demos, merchant mall and raffles. Info at 613-433-9022.

SPRING TEA AND BAKE SALE: Petawawa Presbyterian Church is holding a spring tea and bake sale at the church (24 Ethel St., Petawawa) on Saturday, June 3 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Come and enjoy!

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STUDENT ART DISPLAY: Doctor Wilbert Keon School in Chapeau is presenting a display of student art at Chapeau Regionale Gallerie on Saturday, June 3 from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

TRIVIA NIGHT AT LEGENDS: Kick off the summer in style with a Saturday night of general trivia at Legends (downstairs at Finnigan’s at 955 Pembroke St. E.) on June 3 at 6 p.m.! Play with teams of up to 6 people at $10 per person. Enjoy the great food from Finnigan’s plus the late-night fun of Legends together in one action-packed Saturday night. Take advantage of 10% off all apps and buy one, get one 50% off pizzas throughout the night. To register, email your team name to [email protected]. Space is limited, register today!

Sunday, June 4

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PETAWAWA PSP FAMILY DAY: Discover your Beat with a Patchwork Quilt. June 4, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. at 10 South Side Community Centre (PMFRC and PSP). Join us for Garrison Petawawa’s Family Day, a special event celebrating community, creativity, and the joy of discovery! This year, Culture Connect invites you to be a part of a unique project – contributing to a community patchwork quilt with the inspiring theme of “Discover Your Beat.” This free event is open to all. Learn more, liplanarkrenfrew.ca/event

GOLDEN LAKE SMELT FRY: The Golden Lake Smelt Fry in support of the Walleye Rehabilitation Program is set to take place on June 4 at The Cottage Cup/Boathouse Patio and Yard at 3 Kokomis Rd., Golden Lake. Meals served between 12:30 and 4 p.m. Rainbow smelt, fresh cut fries, tarter, coleslaw and drink. Tickets available at The Cottage Cup. Limited tickets available, $15 each, children $8. Door prizes. Store and grill not open for regular business during the event. Parking at Community Centre and behind the fire hall.

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PORK BBQ: Trinity United Church in Forester’s Falls will be hosting a pork BBQ on Sunday June 4th from 4 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Adults are $15 and children under 12 years $6. Dinner includes pork on a bun, homemade beans, coleslaw, beverage and dessert. Take out is available. You are also welcome to join us at our service at 2:30 p.m. with our minister Rev. Kevin Moratz as we celebrate our 128th anniversary. We are located on the Main Street in Foresters Falls, 1982 Foresters Falls Road.

Wednesday, June 7

COBDEN SENIORS POT-LUCK LUNCHEON: Cobden Seniors Pot-Luck Luncheon, meeting and card games the first Wednesday of each month at noon with the exception of July and August. Held in the basement of the Whitewater Municipal Building, Main Street, Cobden. Access through the parking lot behind the building. Ages 50+.

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Saturday, June 10

COMMUNITY YARD AND BAKE SALE AND BBQ: Chapeau Regionale Gallerie is holding a community yard and bake sale on Saturday, June 10 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and serving a barbecue lunch at “The Convent,” 100 Notre Dame Street from noon to 2 p.m.

CAMP LAU-REN OPEN HOUSE: Saturday, June 10 Camp Lau-Ren Open House 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. Come to Camp Lau-Ren’s Annual Open House. Tour a camper’s cabin, walk the beautiful beach on the Ottawa River, make a craft and climb the famous Camp Lau-Ren Rock. Enjoy a free BBQ hot dog, drink and treat. Camp Lau-Ren is located at 210 Lau-Ren Road, Laurentian Hills ON, 10 km West of Deep River. More info at www.camplau-ren.com.

MEET THE ARTIST: Chapeau Regionale Gallerie features an art show by Joan Gagnon Doran, June 6 to June 10, with meet the artist taking place on Saturday, June 10 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

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Wednesday, June 14

EGANVILLE GENEALOGY CLUB: This group meets the second Wednesday of every month from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. at the Echo Centre, 30 Bell St., Eganville.  Occasional speakers and videos, lots of discussion and tips shared. Free and everyone is welcome. Questions? Call Judy 613-628-9898.

Tuesday, June 20

LOG CABIN QUILTERS: Pembroke Log Cabin Quilters meet once a month at 1163 Victoria Street, Petawawa in the basement. Every third Tuesday. Come on in and join us. Whether you are an experienced quilter or a beginner, all are welcome. 6-7 p.m. is social time and meeting begins at 7 p.m.

PLEO AND PARTNERS MOBILE SUPPORT GROUP: For parents/caregivers of youth up to age 25 who are living with mental health/addiction challenges. 3^rd Tuesday of every month from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. Next session June 20 in Cobden in the Anglican church parish hall at 29 Crawford St.  with partner ConnectWell. Questions? Call 1-855-775-7005 or email [email protected].

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Wednesday, June 21

PAINTING: On the third Wednesday of the month from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. painting with Pat Foran at the Community Centre in Killaloe at 12 North St.

Friday, June 23

INDIGENOUS ACTIVITIES: To celebrate National Indigenous Peoples Day held on June 21, Chapeau Regionale Gallerie is hosting activities by Thunderbird Sisters Collective on Friday, June 23 from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.

Friday, July 15

BLOOD DONOR CLINIC: 1 to 6 p.m. in the upstairs hall at the Petawawa Civic Centre. As hospitals resume procedures during COVID-19, now more than ever, every blood donation appointment needs to be filled. Contact Canadian Blood Services directly for more info, or check the events on their Facebook page for specific details about upcoming events. Blood Donor Clinics will also take place in the upstairs hall at the Civic Centre on the following dates: Friday, Sept. 9 – 1 p.m. – 6 p.m.; Friday, Nov. 4 – 1 p.m. – 6 p.m. Take the ELIGIBILITY QUIZ and make your appointment online at blood.ca or download the GiveBlood app.

Wednesday, July 19

SWING FOR A CAUSE CHARITY GOLF TOURNAMENT: Robbie Dean Counselling Centre will be holding the Swing for a Cause Golf Tournament on July 19. This exciting event will be held at the Pembroke Golf Course and be filled with great food, friendly competition, a silent auction, and many prizes. Register your four-person team for a chance to win at www.rdccevents.com