Here is a quick snapshot of what’s happening around town the next 48 hours.
TODAY: Poutine Feast opens it’s 2026 season in Renfrew with four days of gravy-covered, gourmet goodness all weekend long at the Visitor Information Centre off of O’Brien Road! 11:00 am to 8:00 pm April 23-25, and 11:00 am to 6:00 pm April 26. Live entertainment, games, music, plus plenty of classic and unique takes on Canada’s favourite comfort food all weekend long! Local vendors also on site.
TODAY: The St. Francis Xavier CWL is holding their Annual Rummage Sale on Saturday April 25th from 8:00am to 12:00 noon, in the Parish Hall at 331 Plaunt St. S., Renfrew, ON. All are welcome – free admission!
TODAY: Join the Calabogie Lions Club for their Yard Sale Day, rain or shine at the Calabogie United Church, 1044 Madawaska St. Check out a huge collection of goods up for grabs from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm on Saturday, April 25
TODAY: The Renfrew Chapter of the Canadian Federation of University Women is hosting the 65th and final edition of their giant two-day book sale inside the MacNeil Gymnasium at Renfrew Collegiate Institute on April 24th and 25th. Thousands of new worlds and faascinating tales to explore, all at a bargain! Proceeds support scholarships for area high school students.
TODAY: Barclay Dick & Son Farm Supply in Douglas is hosting a free small animal workshop from noon to 2:00 pm this Saturday. Learn the basics of poultry, rabbits, sheep, and goats from experienced local guest speakers who will share real-world tips and hands-on knowledge.
TODAY: Come join the effort to get Camp Legewade along Hurds Lake ready for the season! A work day cleaning up around the camp is set for this Saturday. Planned activities include: Brushing Roads & Trails (Chainsaw Certification Required), General Clean-Up, Cutting & Stacking Firewood, Building Tent Platforms, and Miscellaneous Tasks. Contact: CampLegewade@hotmail.com or call Sara Luker at 613-433-4956
TOMORROW: The Arnprior-McNab-Braeside Men’s Shed hosts a Spring Craft Sale this Sunday from 10:00 to 2:00 at that Murray Yantha Community Centre. Planter Boxes,Bird Housesand Feeders Butterfly and Bat Houses,Toys and Wood Carvings Wood Lathe Turning Demonstrations Raffles ,Give-aways, and so much more.
TOMORROW: The Arnprior-McNab-Braeside Men’s Shed is also the host of this month’s Busker’s Cafe event! Drop by their River Road hangout from 2:00 to 4:00 on Sunday. Folk music style event with five talented live performers. Benefit for the Men’s Shed. Admission is free. Donations accepted.
TOMORROW: Dragonfly Golf Links welcomes you to a Spring Bouquet Workshop starting at noon on Sunday, April 26th! Discover a world of vibrant colours and fragrant blooms with the Flower Factory. Fee:$65, which gets you a signature cocktail, flowers, and a vessel to hold them. Register online.
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Local Sports:
Renfrew Minor Baseball has released it’s Week 1 Schedule, with all age groups starting their season between May 6th and May 9th: T-ball– Wednesday 5:30 to 6:30, Rookie– Tuesday 5 to 6:30, Minor– Tuesday and Thursday 6:30-8, Major– Monday and Wednesday 6:30-8 , Jr/Sr– Tuesday and Thursday 6:30-8
Renfrew Minor Soccer will host a Meet the Coaches night at the myFM Centre from 6:00 – 7:30 pm on Monday, May 4th. There will also be a Referees meeting at the arena at 5:30 pm on Wednesday, May 13th.
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