Water
“You never miss the water till the well goes dry.” This old saying still holds true today. We just take water for granted. When our
“You never miss the water till the well goes dry.” This old saying still holds true today. We just take water for granted. When our
How often have you been shopping with someone when a clerk asks you, “Can I help you?” How often has your answer been “I’m just
Since the world got serious about COVID-19 about mid March, 2020 and many restrictions on movement of people were either suggested or demanded, people have
This article may be “old news” to farmers; BUT even with many recent thunderstorms and rain, I have noticed that there are still some lawns
When the COVID-19 virus went worldwide in March, we didn’t know how long the lockdown would last and panic buying caused us to . .
An old saying, “When someone throws you a lemon, make lemonade,” still holds true. I had planned all week to relax on Sunday, sitting in
During the last week of July 2020, I heard some farmer say “This 2020 drought is worse than 2012.” I didn’t make a remark but,
Last week, I learned a new meaning of R and D (research and duplicate). Last weekend, we did as many old farmers do. We went
On July 17, 2020 I awakened at four in the morning to the sound of rain falling on the tin roof outside our window. After
Every now and again, after we have been plodding along for an extended period of time, doing our best to keep everything kind of normal
“You never miss the water till the well goes dry.” This old saying still holds true today. We just take water for granted. When our pioneer ancestors chose a piece of land to farm on, the first thing that they
How often have you been shopping with someone when a clerk asks you, “Can I help you?” How often has your answer been “I’m just wasting time while ????? shops?” Actually, you were checking to see what was available in
Since the world got serious about COVID-19 about mid March, 2020 and many restrictions on movement of people were either suggested or demanded, people have had a lot more time to reflect on what is really important in life. My
This article may be “old news” to farmers; BUT even with many recent thunderstorms and rain, I have noticed that there are still some lawns and graveyards with big, brown dead spots and shortly after the “dead spots” appear, you
When the COVID-19 virus went worldwide in March, we didn’t know how long the lockdown would last and panic buying caused us to . . .
An old saying, “When someone throws you a lemon, make lemonade,” still holds true. I had planned all week to relax on Sunday, sitting in the park, where in this time when COVID-19 is still a threat and social distancing
During the last week of July 2020, I heard some farmer say “This 2020 drought is worse than 2012.” I didn’t make a remark but, in the fall of 2012, I cut hundreds of . . .
Last week, I learned a new meaning of R and D (research and duplicate). Last weekend, we did as many old farmers do. We went for a little drive to . . .
On July 17, 2020 I awakened at four in the morning to the sound of rain falling on the tin roof outside our window. After a very dry summer when hay crops were only yielding thirty to fifty per cent
Every now and again, after we have been plodding along for an extended period of time, doing our best to keep everything kind of normal during an extended time when a lot is unknown, we must take a few minutes,
Every Friday – Hooley in the Hall. Live music 7 – 9:30 p.m. Anglican Church Hall, 530 Main, Shawville. Free. Dance if you’d like
We’re thrilled to invite you to join our team as we celebrate SADC Pontiac’s 40 years of local economic development with you in your community. This special presence is part of our exciting year-long tour across all 19 municipalities in our territory.
Come and discover the variety of services we offer, chat about business strategies and opportunities, and connect with our fantastic team. Whether you’re a local business owner, an aspiring entrepreneur, or just curious about what we do, this day is open to all!
Let’s celebrate together and look forward to many more years of growth and community success. Feel free to bring your friends and family, we look forward to seeing you there!

Nous sommes ravis de vous inviter à vous joindre à notre équipe pour célébrer les 40 ans de développement économique local de la SADC Pontiac, directement dans votre communauté. Cet présence spéciale fait partie de notre tournée à travers toutes les 19 municipalités de notre territoire.
Venez découvrir les services que nous offrons, discuter des stratégies et opportunités d’affaires, et rencontrer notre équipe fantastique. Que vous soyez un propriétaire d’entreprise local, un entrepreneur en herbe, ou simplement curieux de savoir ce que nous faisons, cet événement est ouvert à tous !
Célébrons ensemble et envisageons de nombreuses autres années de croissance et de succès communautaire. N’hésitez pas à venir accompagné(e) de vos amis et de votre famille — au plaisir de vous y voir!
Every Friday – Hooley in the Hall. Live music 7 – 9:30 p.m. Anglican Church Hall, 530 Main, Shawville. Free. Dance if you’d like

Get your tickets!
Remembrance Day Spaghetti and meat ball Dinner & Dance – music by Danny Sylvester
Join us as we come together to honour those who have served and continue to serve for our freedom.
Friday, November 8th, 2025
TCRA, Ladysmith
Dinner & Dance: 6 PM – 12 AM (Doors open at 5 PM)
Music by Danny Sylvester
Cash bar
Tickets $20 – sold in advance
$10 after 7:30 for the dance
Enjoy a delicious spaghetti and meat ball dinner served with Caeser salad and garlic bread, followed by music, and dancing as we gather in remembrance and gratitude.
A portion of the proceeds will be donated to our local Legion.
We would love to display photos of your loved ones who have served — please send them in or bring them with you to the event.
Hosted by the Ladysmith Recreation Committee.
Let’s share a meal, some memories, and our appreciation together.
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Dîner et danse des spaghettis et des boulettes de viande du jour du Souvenir
Rejoignez-nous alors que nous nous réunissons pour honorer ceux qui ont servi et continuent de servir pour notre liberté.
Samedi le 8 Novembre
TCRA, Ladysmith
Dîner et danse : 18 h – 12 h (les portes ouvrent à 17 h)
Musique de Danny Sylvester
Barre de caisse
Billets 20 $ – vendus à l’avance
Billets 10 $ après 7h30 pour la danse
Profitez d’un délicieux dîner de spaghettis et de boulettes de viande servi avec du pain à l’ail, de la musique et de la danse alors que nous nous rassemblons en souvenir et en gratitude.
Une partie des recettes sera reversée à notre Légion locale.
Nous aimerions afficher des photos de vos proches qui ont servi – veuillez les envoyer ou les apporter avec vous à l’événement.
Hébergé par l’association Recreative Ladysmith
Partageons un repas, quelques souvenirs et notre appréciation ensemble.
The Pontiac Historical Society will hold its Annual General Meeting at the Pontiac Archives, 358 Main Street, Shawville, Quebec, on Wednesday, 12 November 2025, at 7:00 p.m. All are welcome. Phone 819-647-3538 for information.
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