Here’s a quick snapshot of what’s happening around town over the next 48 hours.
TODAY: Family Play Troop through EarlyON continues this Thursday, August 13, from 9:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at the South Side Community Centre, offering young children and caregivers another morning of free play, learning and social connection.
TODAY: The Petawawa Public Library’s Teen Game Night takes place Thursday evening, giving local teens a chance to play games, hang out with friends and take part in the library’s summer programming.
TODAY: Pembroke’s free Waterfront LIVE! concert series continues this Thursday, August 13, at 7:00 p.m. at the Riverwalk Amphitheatre, featuring Rick Soul performing adult contemporary music. Bring a lawn chair or blanket and enjoy another free evening of live entertainment along the Ottawa River.
TOMORROW: The Ottawa Valley Buskerfest kicks off this Friday, August 14, with performances from 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. at Pembroke Waterfront Park. Expect street performers, musicians, circus-style entertainment, fire performances and a drone show, with free admission for the public.
TOMORROW: The Fly Fishing Clinic runs this Friday, August 14, from 9:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at Centennial Park in Petawawa as part of the Water & Dirt Festival. Participants can learn casting techniques, equipment selection, fly selection, rigging and fishing tactics, with equipment provided. Registration is required and the cost is $45.
TOMORROW: Music in the Market takes place Friday at the Petawawa Container Market, 16 Civic Centre Road, giving visitors a chance to browse products, handmade goods and creative services from local youth entrepreneurs. Admission is free.
TOMORROW: The Kids Adventure Dash returns to Hugli’s Blueberry Ranch this Friday, August 14, with registration beginning at 4:30 p.m. for children ages five to eight and 5:30 p.m. for ages nine to 12. The roughly two-kilometre obstacle-filled fun run begins at 6:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m., respectively.
TOMORROW: The Petawawa Container Market is also open this Friday from 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., offering an opportunity to shop from local small businesses and vendors while enjoying the community market atmosphere.
TOMORROW: Hexajinn performs Friday night at Legends Live Music Venue in Pembroke, with the show scheduled for 9:00 p.m. for those looking for a live rock/metal option later in the evening.
That’s your community roundup — more local events coming up tomorrow!
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