Here’s a quick snapshot of what’s happening around town over the next 48 hours.
TOMORROW: TUESDAY, OCTOBER 27
– Recreational Curling — 9 to 11 a.m. Petawawa Civic Centre is hosting its adult recreational curling program. The seasonal fee is $185, with an $8.50 drop-in option paid in person at the Town’s Recreation, Culture and Tourism office. Check with the Town about drop-in availability.
– Tuesday Drop-In / EarlyON — 9 to 11:30 a.m. The Petawawa Military Family Resource Centre’s EarlyON program runs at the Recreation Complex. Families and caregivers with children ages zero to six can enjoy play-based activities and connect with other families.
– Story Time and Craft — 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Pembroke Public Library is hosting its regular Tuesday story-time program, combining stories with a craft activity for children.
– Halloween Bag Decorating — 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Petawawa Public Library is offering a drop-in activity for all ages. Participants can decorate their own trick-or-treat bags with spooky, silly and colourful designs ahead of Halloween.
– Ontario Seniors Dental Care Clinic and Dentist Clinic — 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The Renfrew County and District Health Unit is offering dental hygiene and dentist services at its Pembroke office for eligible clients. Appointments are required; call 613-735-8661 to check eligibility or book an appointment.
– Routine Immunization Clinic — 12:50 to 3 p.m. RCDHU is holding an appointment-only immunization clinic at Petawawa Civic Centre. Call the health unit’s immunization information line at 613-732-9436 to arrange an appointment.
– Anime Club — 4 to 5 p.m. Petawawa Public Library is hosting its teen Anime Club for ages 10 to 17. Activities include anime, games, crafts and discussion about favourite shows. The program is listed as a drop-in activity; check with the library for any current participation requirements.
– Junior Explorers Club — 5 to 5:45 p.m. The PMFRC’s youth sports program at Petawawa’s Recreation Complex is scheduled for its final advertised session of the fall series. Designed for children ages four to six, the program includes nature quests, scavenger hunts, crafts and outdoor exploration. The listed fall-session fee is $85 for PSP-plan participants and $130 for non-PSP-plan participants; contact CFMWS about registration or availability.
– Junior Hoopers — 5:50 to 6:50 p.m. CFMWS lists this basketball program for children ages seven to 10 at Petawawa’s Recreation Complex. Activities focus on basic basketball skills, coordination, teamwork and friendly games. The fall series runs through November 3, with listed fees of $95 for PSP-plan participants and $140 for non-PSP-plan participants. Registration is required, so check whether late entry is possible.
– The C.A.T. Project: Supporting Teens with Anxiety or Emotional Challenges — 5:30 to 7 p.m. The PMFRC’s four-week program for teens ages 13 to 17 from military and veteran families reaches its final scheduled session at the South Side Community Centre. The free program focuses on understanding anxiety, developing coping strategies and connecting with peers. The registration deadline was October 5, so this session is intended for already-registered participants.
– Video Game Club — 6 to 7 p.m. Pembroke Public Library has its Tuesday evening Video Game Club on the calendar. It offers a chance for participants to play games and spend time with other gamers. Contact the library for details about participation.
Hockey in Pembroke
– Pembroke Minor Hockey U15 Rep — 7 p.m. Pembroke’s U15 Rep team is scheduled to face Valley Storm at the Pembroke and Area Community Centre. The association also lists U11 Rep and U13 House Team B1 games Tuesday, but those are scheduled away from Pembroke.
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 28
– Play & Learn — 9 to 11:30 a.m. The PMFRC’s EarlyON program returns to the South Side Community Centre in Petawawa. Families and caregivers with children ages zero to six can take part in play-based learning and connect with other families.
– Morning Skate for Adults and Seniors — 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. The Pembroke Memorial Centre has a skating session for adults and seniors. Bring your own skates; the City recommends CSA-approved helmets.
– Parents & Tots Skate — 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Parents and young children can enjoy a skating session together at the Pembroke Memorial Centre. Participants need to bring their own skates.
– Free Skate — noon to 1 p.m. Petawawa Civic Centre is offering its free family and seniors’ skate. Helmets are mandatory.
– Mod Podge Pumpkin — 1:30 to 3 p.m. Petawawa is offering a free pumpkin-decorating activity for adults ages 50 and over. Participants can use decorative napkins and Mod Podge to create a fall decoration to take home. Registration is required, and the Town’s registration page lists a waitlist, so check for cancellations or openings before attending.
– Monster Mash Pizza Bash — 5:30 to 7 p.m. Petawawa’s Halloween pizza party is designed for children ages six to 12. The $20 event combines pizza, spooky games and Halloween-themed fun. Registration is required; contact the Town to confirm whether spaces remain available.
– Teen Library Club: Halloween Fun — 6 to 7 p.m. Pembroke Public Library is hosting a Halloween-themed Teen Library Club session. It’s a seasonal activity for teens; contact the library for details about participating.
– Spooky Story Time — 6:30 to 7 p.m. Pembroke Public Library has a Halloween-season story-time session on its Wednesday calendar. Contact the library for details about the stories, intended ages and any participation requirements.
Hockey in Petawawa
Two home games are scheduled for Wednesday evening at the Petawawa Civic Centre:
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Petawawa Minor Hockey U13 Team C2 — 6 p.m. The team is scheduled to face the Deep River Knights C1.
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Petawawa Minor Hockey U13 Team B1 — 7 p.m. The team is scheduled to host the Renfrew Timberwolves B1.
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