Here’s a quick snapshot of what’s happening around town over the next 48 hours.
TODAY: The Ontario Seniors Dental Care Dentist Clinic takes place at the Renfrew County and District Health Unit in Pembroke from 8:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Wednesday. Eligible seniors can access dental examinations and treatment through the program. Appointments are required; call the dental team at 613-735-8661 to check eligibility or book.
TODAY: Play & Learn takes place at the South Side Community Centre in Petawawa from 9:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Wednesday. The PMFRC’s EarlyON program welcomes families and caregivers with children ages zero to six for play-based learning and indoor and outdoor activities. The program is open to military and civilian families.
TODAY: Morning Skate – Adults and Seniors takes place at the Pembroke Memorial Centre from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Wednesday. The City’s public skating program offers adults and older residents an opportunity to get some exercise and enjoy time on the ice. Participants must bring their own skates; CSA-approved helmets are recommended.
TODAY: Health Promotion Outreach takes place at The Grind in Pembroke from 9:00 a.m. to noon Wednesday. The Renfrew County and District Health Unit lists this as a community outreach session, and no appointment is required. The calendar does not provide further details about the specific services available during this visit.
TODAY: Parents & Tots Skate takes place at the Pembroke Memorial Centre from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Wednesday. It’s an opportunity for parents and caregivers to introduce young children to skating in a family-focused session. Participants must bring their own skates, and strollers are permitted on the ice during Parents & Tots skates.
TODAY: A free online webinar titled Do’s and Don’ts When Crossing the U.S. Border takes place from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Wednesday. Hosted through the Government of Ontario, the session is aimed at Ontario small and medium-sized businesses looking for information about crossing-border requirements and avoiding common mistakes when doing business in the United States. Registration is available through the provincial event listing.
TODAY: Day Care Visits are listed at the Pembroke Public Library from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Wednesday. The library includes the visit on its children’s programming calendar, but it appears to be a scheduled visit for daycare groups rather than a public drop-in.
TODAY: Free Skate takes place at the Petawawa Civic Centre from noon to 1:00 p.m. Wednesday. The free family and seniors’ skating session gives residents an opportunity to get on the ice without an admission charge. Helmets are mandatory.
TODAY: The Spice Club continues at the Pembroke Public Library through November 23. The library lists it as an ongoing food-related program, although it does not provide a separate daily session time or a detailed description of the activities. Contact the library for information about participating.
TODAY: Cookbook Club: Crockpot/Slow Cooker Recipes takes place at the Pembroke Public Library from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Wednesday. The program focuses on slow-cooker and crockpot recipes and gives participants an opportunity to connect with other people interested in cooking. Contact the library for details about participation and whether attendees should bring a recipe or other materials.
TODAY: Unwind + Connect: Pembroke Business Social is listed on the City’s business events calendar for Wednesday. The event is intended for the local business community, but the accessible listing does not provide a confirmed start time or venue. Local business owners and professionals should check with the City of Pembroke for the event details before making plans.
TODAY: The ART of Feeling – A Women Only Gathering takes place at Cultivation Therapy Services in Pembroke from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Wednesday. The gathering is designed around self-connection and includes a sharing circle, breathwork, movement and embodiment activities. It is a women-only event, and advance registration is required.
TODAY: Prayer Time takes place at Calvary Baptist Pembroke at 7:00 p.m. Wednesday. The weekly gathering invites people to come together for prayer, share concerns and offer praise. The church lists the session as open to everyone.
TODAY: GriefShare – 13 Week Support Group takes place at Calvary Baptist Pembroke from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Wednesday. The program offers support and encouragement to people dealing with the death of a spouse, child, family member or friend. Sessions include video presentations about grief and recovery, followed by group discussions. People can join during the 13-week series; contact the church at 613-735-5293 for information.
TODAY: Freezer Fill-Up Bingo takes place at Delta Bingo & Gaming in Pembroke from 7:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Wednesday, with doors opening at 5:30 p.m. The ticketed event offers players a chance to win meat packages, with 17 bundles advertised and individual prizes valued between $150 and $500. Tickets are listed at $50, including a bingo package and dabber, plus applicable fees. Participants must be at least 18 to enter; government-issued identification is required, and alcohol service is restricted to those 19 and older.
TODAY: Pembroke Minor Hockey’s U18 House Team 1 is scheduled to play the Deep River Knights B2 at the Pembroke and Area Community Centre at 9:00 p.m. Wednesday. It’s an opportunity to catch some late-evening local hockey.
TODAY: Petawawa Minor Hockey has two U18 home games scheduled at the Petawawa Civic Centre Wednesday evening. U18 House Team B1 faces U18 House Team B3 at 7:00 p.m., followed by the U18 Patriots against the Renfrew Timberwolves at 8:00 p.m.
TOMORROW: The Ontario Seniors Dental Care Clinic takes place at the Renfrew County and District Health Unit’s Pembroke office from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Thursday. Eligible seniors can access dental care through the program, including examinations and treatment. Appointments are required; call 613-735-8661 to check eligibility or arrange a visit.
TOMORROW: Let’s Grow with Immunization takes place at the Renfrew County and District Health Unit in Pembroke from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Thursday. This appointment-only clinic provides immunization services. Contact the Health Unit’s immunization information line at 613-732-9436 to arrange an appointment.
TOMORROW: Recreational Curling takes place at the Petawawa Civic Centre from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Thursday. The adult program welcomes beginners and experienced curlers, with players rotating onto different teams each week. Seasonal registration costs $185, or adults can pay $8.50 for a drop-in session. Check with the Town about drop-in availability.
TOMORROW: Play & Learn takes place at the South Side Community Centre in Petawawa from 9:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Thursday. The PMFRC’s EarlyON program welcomes families and caregivers with children ages zero to six for indoor and outdoor play-based activities. Military and civilian families are welcome.
TOMORROW: Tot Time takes place at the South Side Community Centre in Petawawa from 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Thursday. This EarlyON program is designed for babies and toddlers from birth to 24 months and their caregivers, offering an opportunity to play, explore and connect with other families.
TOMORROW: Celebrate Life! Dinner takes place at 280 Lourdesview Drive in Pembroke on Thursday evening. The event, organized by Renfrew County Right to Life, begins with a meet-and-greet at 5:00 p.m., followed by a buffet dinner at 6:00 p.m. Guest speakers Angelina Steenstra and Julia Szumowski of Silent No More Awareness are scheduled to share their personal abortion experiences. Tickets were advertised at $40 for adults and $30 for students. The published reservation deadline was October 30, so contact the organizer to check whether late reservations are still possible.
TOMORROW: Senior High takes place at Calvary Baptist Pembroke from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Thursday. The weekly program is designed for students in Grades 9 to 12. This week’s activity includes a murder-mystery clue game, a glowing snack and a message from the church. Participants are encouraged to wear white or bright neon colours.
TOMORROW: Teen Dungeons & Dragons takes place at the Petawawa Public Library from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Thursday. The fantasy role-playing program is for teens ages 13 to 17, and welcomes both beginners and experienced players. Participants can develop characters, work together through an ongoing adventure and enjoy snacks. Registration is required.
TOMORROW: Fall Recreational Pickleball takes place at the Petawawa Civic Centre from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Thursday. The adult program features social games with rotating partners and welcomes all skill levels. The seasonal program costs $80 plus HST; check with the Town about registration availability.
TOMORROW: Intro to Lagree begins at Pltfrm Lagree in Pembroke at 7:00 p.m. Thursday. This beginner-friendly workshop introduces participants to the Lagree method, including foundational alignment, movement and exercises using the Megaformer machine. The Thursday sessions run for four weeks, from November 5 to November 26. The listed series price is $120 plus HST, with registration required.
TOMORROW: The Ottawa Valley Festival of Remembrance takes place at Festival Hall in Pembroke beginning at 7:00 p.m. Thursday. The annual fundraising concert supports local veteran charities and non-profit organizations. This year’s selected beneficiary is Music Healing Veterans Canada – Upper Ottawa Valley. Check Festival Hall’s ticketing information for admission details and availability.
TOMORROW: Pembroke Minor Hockey has four home games scheduled at the Pembroke and Area Community Centre Thursday evening. Two U9 Tier 4 teams are scheduled to play at 6:00 p.m., with Team 1 facing Renfrew Tier 4-2 and Team 2 taking on Muskrat Tier 4-1. The U13 Rep team faces the Muskrat Voyageurs at 7:00 p.m., followed by the U18 Rep team against the Petawawa Patriots at 8:30 p.m.
TOMORROW: The Spice Club continues at the Pembroke Public Library through November 23. The library lists it as an ongoing food-related program, although there is no separate Thursday session time or detailed description. Contact the library for participation information.
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