Events and FestivalsAll EventsThe Ottawa Valley is a four-season destination for intrepid explorers and outdoor enthusiasts alike. Outfitters, trippers and guides are always ready to lead our guests into the uncharted wilderness, abundant snowfalls and the roaring whitewater of the Ottawa River, making this a hotspot for outdoor adventure. |
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  Saturday, May 19th 2012| Pontiac Artists' Stone School Gallery |
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| 28 Mill Street, Portage-du-Fort |  | 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! | |
| Hog Wild Pork Fest |
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| Renfrew Fair Grounds, Renfrew |  | Welcome to Renfrew's 1st Annual Hog Wild Pork Fest, May 19 - 20, 2012. | |
| Bay Day |
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| Main Street Barry's Bay, Downtown, Barry's Bay | | Join us as we close down the main street in Barry's Bay for one of the area's largest street Festivals. | |
| “Spring Chicken” Mountain Bike and Trail Run |
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| Beachburg County Recreation Trails, Corner of Fletcher Road and Government Road , Beachburg |  | The 3rd Beachburg “Spring Chicken” Mtn Bike Enduro (50km) and Trail Run (5km or 10km), held at the Beachburg County Recreation Trails, on the corner of Fletcher Road and Government Road. Sunday, May 19th, 2012. Hosted by the Beachburg Off Road Cycling Association!
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| Palmer River Fest |
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| Unique and accessible paddling Festival. This event is for all paddlers- Canoe and Kayak, new paddlers, experienced boaters and everyone in between. | |
| Cobden Farmers Market |
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| Cobden Farmers Market, Cobden Fairgrounds (Astrolabe Rd), Cobden | | Fresh produce, homemade goods and much more.. | |
| Pembroke Farmers Market |
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| Pembroke Farmers Market, Corner of Lake St and Victoria St., Pembroke | | Homegrown and Homemade Local Products | |
Monday, May 21st 2012| Toastmasters - Communication and Leadership |
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| 3119 Stone Road, Douglas | Renfrew Toastmasters first meeting of the new year, Monday, January 9th at St. Joseph's High School from 7 - 9. Anyone over the age of 18 is welcome to come and see what Toastmasters is all about. You can start any time. There is a curriculum, but everyone moves through it at their own pace. Call 613-649-2950 for more information.
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Tuesday, May 22nd 2012| Tuesday Night Blues Jam |
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| Wilno Tavern Restaurant, 17589 Highway 60, Wilno | | Tuesday Night Blues Jam at the Wilno Tavern. | |
Wednesday, May 23rd 2012| Pembroke Farmers Market |
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| Pembroke Farmers Market, Corner of Lake St and Victoria St., Pembroke | | Homegrown and Homemade Local Products | |
Friday, May 25th 2012| Relay for Life 2012 Barry's Bay |
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| Madawaska Valley District High School, 314 John Street, RR# 1, Barry's Bay | | Join the Canadian Cancer Society Rely for Life and run for a great cause. | |
Saturday, May 26th 2012| Pontiac Artists' Stone School Gallery |
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| 28 Mill Street, Portage-du-Fort | | 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! | |
| Deep River Farmers' Market |
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| Deep River Town Hall parking lot, 100 Deep River Road, Deep River |  | Join us at the Deep River Town Hall parking lot from 10 am to 3 pm on market days. Connect with local farmers, producers and crafters.
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| Calvin United Church Open Fine Art Show and Sale |
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| Calvin United Church, 276 Church St.,, Pembroke | | Calvin United Church will host its 2nd annual full day display and sale of Fine Art paintings of area artists. FREE admission. Open from 11am to 4:30pm. Contact Heather G. Pearson at 613-735-1831 or hgpearson@bell.net for more information or to exhibit | |
| Bike Rodeo for everyone!!! |
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| Pembroke Memorial Centre (PMC), Lake Street, Pembroke |  | Pembroke Police Service and Boys & Girls Club of Pembroke are hosting a FREE BIKE RODEO for kids ages 6-18. 9 am to noon Kids will drive through an obstacle course and have their bicycle and helmet inspected by Yantha Cycle and the Renfrew County District Health Unit.
Each child that goes through the course will get their name put into a draw for a chance to win 1 of 2 bikes sponsored by Frances Lemke, Co-Operators Insurance and Canadian Tire.
Don’t forget….BRING YOUR BIKE AND HELMET!!!!
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| Antique Appraisal Day |
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| The Opeongo Seniors' Centre, 9 Stafford St, Barry's Bay |  | Think you might have a treasure? Find out at the antiques appraisal day. | |
| Renfrew Special Olympics Fundraising Golf Tournament |
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| 955 Opeongo Road, Renfrew |  | The Renfrew "Special Olympics Classic" Fundraising Golf Tournament will be held on Saturday, May 26th at the Dragonfly Golf Links in Renfrew.
4 person scramble. 12:30pm shotgun start.
Cost is $100/non-member and $80/member which... | |
| Cobden Farmers Market |
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| Cobden Farmers Market, Cobden Fairgrounds (Astrolabe Rd), Cobden | | Fresh produce, homemade goods and much more.. | |
| Pembroke Farmers Market |
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| Pembroke Farmers Market, Corner of Lake St and Victoria St., Pembroke | | Homegrown and Homemade Local Products | |
| 10th Annual Renfrew County Natural History Day |
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| Eagles Nest, Eganville Community Centre, 178 Jane Street, Eganville | | An event to celebrate nature and explore Renfrew County's natural history through displays, talks by expert guest speakers, a fun children's program, and guided local field trips. | |
Sunday, May 27th 2012| Pontiac Artists' Stone School Gallery |
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| 28 Mill Street, Portage-du-Fort | | 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! | |
Monday, May 28th 2012| Toastmasters - Communication and Leadership |
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| 3119 Stone Road, Douglas | Renfrew Toastmasters first meeting of the new year, Monday, January 9th at St. Joseph's High School from 7 - 9. Anyone over the age of 18 is welcome to come and see what Toastmasters is all about. You can start any time. There is a curriculum, but everyone moves through it at their own pace. Call 613-649-2950 for more information.
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Tuesday, May 29th 2012| Tuesday Night Blues Jam |
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| Wilno Tavern Restaurant, 17589 Highway 60, Wilno | | Tuesday Night Blues Jam at the Wilno Tavern. | |
| Women's Initiatives |
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| 69 Pembroke Street West, Pembroke | | The Women's Initiative Network is hosting a dinner and discussion panel featuring local businesswomen at Friends restaurant at 6pm. All are welcome - please RSVP via email. Further details are on our website. | |
Wednesday, May 30th 2012| Pembroke Farmers Market |
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| Pembroke Farmers Market, Corner of Lake St and Victoria St., Pembroke | | Homegrown and Homemade Local Products | |
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