Here’s a quick snapshot of what’s happening around town over the next 48 hours.
TODAY: Exploring Entrepreneurship: From Idea Overload to Business Clarity takes place Tuesday, August 18, at 10:00 a.m. through the Town of Petawawa and Enterprise Renfrew County. The session is designed for aspiring entrepreneurs who have plenty of ideas but need help deciding which direction to pursue and how to turn those ideas into practical next steps.
TODAY: Music Healing Veterans runs this Tuesday from 10:00 a.m. to noon at the Petawawa Wellness Lounge. Veterans can play music together, learn new skills and build friendships in a relaxed, supportive setting.
TODAY: Story Time and Crafts takes place at the Pembroke Public Library this Tuesday from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., combining stories and a hands-on craft activity for young children.
TODAY: A Community Dental Screening is being held at the Pembroke Public Library this Tuesday from 10:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. The program gives local residents access to dental screening and information about available oral-health supports.
TODAY: Art in the Park takes place Tuesday evening from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. as part of the Pembroke Public Library’s summer programming.
TODAY: Movie Night in the Park returns to Pembroke’s waterfront Tuesday, August 18, at 9:00 p.m., with a free outdoor screening of GOAT. Bring a lawn chair or blanket and settle in for a movie under the stars at the Riverwalk Amphitheatre.
TOMORROW: Youth Paddle gets underway in Petawawa Wednesday, August 19, from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. The Town’s recreation program gives young participants a chance to get out on the water and build paddling skills in a supervised setting.
TOMORROW: What Will It Be? Wednesday runs throughout the day at the Pembroke Public Library, with the library listing the program from 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. It’s part of the library’s summer programming for children and families.
TOMORROW: The Pembroke Farmers’ Market returns Wednesday from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. in downtown Pembroke, with local vendors offering produce, baked goods, prepared foods, preserves, flowers and handcrafted products. The market runs weekly on Wednesdays through Thanksgiving weekend.
TOMORROW: Yoga in the Park is scheduled for 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Wednesday at Pembroke Waterfront Park. The free outdoor class is open to participants of all skill levels.
TOMORROW: Waterfront LIVE! continues at Pembroke’s Riverwalk Amphitheatre Wednesday, August 19, at 7:00 p.m., featuring Christian Whelan performing modern percussive music. Bring a chair or blanket and enjoy a free evening of live entertainment along the Ottawa River.
TOMORROW: The Petawawa Veteran Boogie is scheduled for Wednesday, August 19, through Airborne Petawawa, with 15 Canadian Armed Forces members and veterans selected to receive complimentary tandem skydives over the Ottawa Valley. Weather days are August 20 and 21. This is a nomination-based event rather than a general public drop-in.
That’s your community roundup — more local events coming up tomorrow!
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