Our Events

Hand Drumming for the Soul

Mashkiwizii Manido Foundation 84 Isabella St. Unit #10, Pembroke, ON, Canada

First Nations Drums have sounded on the land for thousands of years... Join Trevor Pearce, Drum Keeper and co-facilitator Joanne Haskin, Executive Director, Mashkiwizii Manido Foundation, to experience hand drumming. "I have been honoured to be part of a Big Drum (Powwow Drum) for over a decade. Being a Drum Keeper has changed my life. […]

FREE

How to Hire Immigrants: LMIA and Work Permits

Are you struggling to find staff? Do you want to diversify your workforce, or are you interested in making international connections? Then check out our free, practical training series focused on the needs of local employers! Our first session will provide a detailed explanation from Recruit Without Borders on work permits and completing a Labour […]

FREE

Deep River Public Library – Language Learning Lab

Deep River Public Library 55 Rd Ridge, Deep River, Ontario, Canada

The Language Learning Lab is a simple idea. Participants meet at the Library, socialize, and learn some new language skills. No registration is necessary. Come ready to learn!

FREE

Co-nnect Yoga

Robert Simpson Park (or Nick Smith Centre Arena if it's raining)

Co-nnect yoga in the park began through a series of events celebrating diversity, inclusivity and community connection through wellness events and local collaborations and the tradition continues. Bring your friends, family, co-workers and more every Wednesday June 7th - August 30th 6PM - 7PM, and be guided by some amazing teachers at Robert Simpson Park […]

ARTifacts Workshop

Upper Ottawa Valley Heritage Centre ON, Canada

Pop Up Art presents the ARTifacts workshop. This event will be taking place Thursday, June 8 from 6-8:30 p.m. at the Upper Ottawa Valley Heritage Centre in Pembroke. This is a great way to get to know historical objects in a new way through artful journaling. Artist Tanya Lyons will be guiding you to explore […]

Free

Deep River Library – Bedtime Bilingual Storytimes (Spanish)

Deep River Public Library 55 Rd Ridge, Deep River, Ontario, Canada

Join the Deep River Library for Bedtime Bilingual Storytimes! Delight in enchanting tales and soothing Spanish lullabies as we create a cozy atmosphere for young ones ready to drift off to dreamland. This engaging program fosters language development and cultural appreciation through bilingual storytelling. Don't miss this wonderful opportunity to nurture a love for reading […]

FREE

5th Annual Spirit of the Drum Traditional and Educational Powwow

Turtle and Duck Island 40 Abbot Street North, Town of Smiths Falls, Ontario, Canada

The 5th Annual Spirit of the Drum Traditional and Educational Powwow will take place on June 10th & 11th at Duck and Turtle Islands in Smiths Falls. This year's event will be represented by 10 different First Nations groups including Dancers and Drum groups from New Brunswick, Kitigan Zibi Quebec, Akwesasne, Pikwakanagan, Tyendanaga. Indigenous Cultural […]

Free

2nd Annual Renfrew Pride Picnic

Low Square 127 Raglan St South, Renfrew, ON, Canada

Mark your calendars for the 2nd Annual Renfrew Pride Picnic, a delightful family-friendly event for the whole community! Celebrate diversity, inclusivity, and love in a welcoming and joyous atmosphere. Pack your picnic blanket, gather your loved ones, and come together with friends, neighbours, and allies to share in this celebration of LGBTQ+ pride. Enjoy an […]

FREE

Card-making Workshop – Quilt Patterns

Pembroke Public Library 237 Victoria Street, Pembroke, ON, Canada

Join me, Heather Rudzinski, on June 10th from 2:00 - 3:30 pm, as we create a windmill quilt design greeting card. In this workshop, you will assemble the pieces of the quilt, much like putting together a puzzle. We will be layering the quilt onto a beautifully embossed background, and then embellishing the card with […]

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