Here’s a quick snapshot of what’s happening around town over the next 48 hours.
TODAY: The Canadian Fiddle and Stepdance Championship continues its 48th annual competition in Pembroke this Friday, September 4, with playdowns at 1:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. at Festival Hall @ L’Équinoxe. This year’s competition has national championship status, bringing fiddlers and stepdancers from across the country to compete in a tradition deeply rooted in the Ottawa Valley. Admission is $10 for the afternoon and $15 for the evening.
TODAY: Fiddle Park continues at Riverside Park during Fiddle Week, with campers, musicians and visitors gathering for informal music, dancing and socializing throughout the week surrounding the championship.
TODAY: Hugs, Snuggles and Rhymes takes place at the Pembroke Public Library from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Young children and caregivers can enjoy stories, songs and activities designed around early literacy.
TODAY: Tech Time runs at the Pembroke Public Library from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., giving residents a chance to get help with everyday technology, devices and digital questions.
TODAY: Friday Nights at the Petawawa Container Market returns from 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., with local vendors and small businesses offering food, products and other goods. The Town of Petawawa officially lists the event for September 4.
TODAY: Waterfront LIVE! continues at Pembroke’s Riverwalk Amphitheatre at 7:00 p.m., featuring Charla performing acoustic pop. The free concert is part of Pembroke’s summer series celebrating local arts and culture.
TODAY: Algonquin College Pembroke’s Kickstart Days continue from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Students can drop in for help with admissions, fees, student cards, IT, library services and other supports ahead of the new academic year.
TOMORROW: The Canadian Fiddle and Stepdance Championship continues Saturday, September 5, with junior and youth playdowns beginning at 10:00 a.m. at Festival Hall @ L’Équinoxe. The championship finals begin at 6:30 p.m., featuring the top competitors in open fiddle, open stepdance, twin fiddle, group dance and youth categories, as well as performances by the judges and category winners. Admission is $10 for the morning and $25 for the finals, or $40 for a weekend pass.
TOMORROW: Fiddle Park remains active throughout Saturday as part of Fiddle Week, with camping, informal music, dancing and social gatherings continuing around the championship weekend.
TOMORROW: The Pembroke Public Library’s Upper Ottawa Valley Speakers’ Series takes place Saturday from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. The library’s September calendar lists the program as its only scheduled Saturday event.
TOMORROW: Saturday at the Petawawa Container Market takes place from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the market, giving shoppers another opportunity to browse local vendors and support area small businesses.
TOMORROW: Waterfront LIVE! continues at Pembroke’s Riverwalk Amphitheatre at 7:00 p.m., featuring Gabe Connelly performing solo alternative rock. The concert is free as part of the City’s summer series.
That’s your community roundup — more local events coming up tomorrow!
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