Here’s a quick snapshot of what’s happening around town over the next 48 hours.
TODAY: THURSDAY, OCTOBER 22
– In-person municipal election voting assistance — 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Petawawa Town Hall has a tablet available for residents who need help accessing the online voting system. Online and telephone voting remains open until 8 p.m. Monday, October 26.
– Recreational Curling — 9 to 11 a.m. Petawawa Civic Centre hosts its adult recreational curling program. Seasonal registration costs $185, with an $8.50 drop-in option. Check with the Town about availability for drop-ins.
– Play & Learn — 9 to 11:30 a.m. The Petawawa Military Family Resource Centre’s EarlyON program takes place at the South Side Community Centre. Parents and caregivers with children ages zero to six can enjoy play-based activities and connect with other families. The program is open to military and civilian families.
– Ontario Seniors Dental Care Clinic — 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. The Renfrew County and District Health Unit is offering dental hygiene services for eligible seniors at its Pembroke office. Appointments are required; call the dental team at 613-735-8661 to check eligibility or book.
– Let’s Grow with Immunization — 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. RCDHU is offering an appointment-only immunization clinic at its Pembroke office. Call the health unit’s immunization line at 613-732-9436 for booking information.
– Lunch & Learn: Strengthen & Stretch for Independent Living — noon to 1:30 p.m. Petawawa is hosting a free session for adults 50 and over. Led by Jo from In Fine Fettle, the program covers practical exercises for balance, strength and stability, with tips to help prevent falls and maintain independence. Registration is required.
– English Conversation Group — 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. Pembroke Public Library hosts a language-learning session for people who want to practise English in a community setting. Contact the library for participation details.
– Infant Massage — 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. The PMFRC’s program at Petawawa’s South Side Community Centre is scheduled for caregivers and their infants. Check with the EarlyON team about registration and eligibility before attending.
– Mini Makers — 4 to 5 p.m. Petawawa Public Library is running this hands-on program for children ages six to 12. Activities may include crafts, art, STEM projects and other creative pursuits.
– Fall Recreational Pickleball — 6 to 8 p.m. Petawawa’s adult recreational program emphasizes friendly games and rotating partners in a social setting. The seasonal program costs $80 plus HST; check with the Town about current registration availability.
– Teen Dungeons & Dragons — 6 to 7:30 p.m. Petawawa Public Library is hosting a fantasy role-playing session for teens ages 13 to 17. Beginners and experienced players are welcome to bring friends, work on characters and enjoy some snacks. Registration is required.
– Mini Librarian — 6 to 7 p.m. Pembroke Public Library lists this program for Thursday evening. The calendar does not provide a fuller description, so contact the library for details about the intended participants and registration.
– Halloween Canvas Creations — 6:30 to 8 p.m. Petawawa is offering an acrylic-painting class for children ages eight to 14, led by local artist Rachel Reavie. It’s designed to guide participants through creating their own artwork, including those new to painting. The cost is $25 and registration is required.
TOMORROW: FRIDAY, OCTOBER 23
– In-person municipal election voting assistance — 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Petawawa Town Hall will again have a tablet available for residents who need help voting online. The online and telephone voting period closes at 8 p.m. Monday, October 26.
– Routine Immunization Clinic — 8:40 a.m. to 3:10 p.m. RCDHU is offering a routine immunization clinic at its Pembroke office. Appointments are required; call the immunization information line at 613-732-9436.
– Play & Learn — 9 to 11:30 a.m. The PMFRC’s EarlyON program returns to the South Side Community Centre in Petawawa. Families with children ages zero to six can take part in play-based activities, with indoor and outdoor play spaces available. The program is open to military and civilian families.
– Do-Re-Me & Baby Music — 9:30 to 10 a.m. and 10:15 to 10:45 a.m. Petawawa Public Library is hosting two gentle music sessions for infants and their caregivers. The sensory-rich environment lets babies explore sounds, sensations and objects.
– Hugs, Snuggles and Rhymes — 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Pembroke Public Library is hosting this program for young children and their caregivers, with early-literacy and rhyme-based activities.
– Free Skate — noon to 1 p.m. The Town of Petawawa’s calendar lists a free family and seniors’ skate at the Civic Centre. Helmets are mandatory. The event appears on the specific Friday calendar, although the broader recurring-program description gives a Wednesday date range; confirm with the Town if you need to be certain the Friday session is proceeding.
– Tech Time — 2 to 4 p.m. Pembroke Public Library is offering its technology-help program, an opportunity to get assistance with devices or technology questions.
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