This weekend promises a host of exciting events for Valley residents.
Halloween Hunt
Reminder for all monsters, ghouls and treasure hunters – annual Halloween Hunt takes place in downtown Barry’s Bay tomorrow between 10am and 3pm. Scavenger sheets are available at the Madawaska Valley Public Library OR at Northern Credit Union. Completed sheets can be exchanged for goodie bags at either location. During the Hunt, remember to stop by the Train Station for some Hocus Pocus, not to mention a free hotdog lunch between 11am and 1n (while supplies last).
There is a choice of evening events to round off your Saturday activities:
Born and Raised 2
A fun evening of music and comedy returns to the Royal Canadian Legion Barry’s Bay Branch 406 on Saturday, Oct.26 from 7pm. Performers include The Salt Cellars, Tim Baklinski, Brendan Cybulski, Lisa Hildebrandt, Andrea Murray, Two for the Road, and Geoff Webber. Raffle, door prizes, Andrea’s famous donuts, appetizers, cash bar. All proceeds to St.Francis Valley Healthcare Foundation. Tickets $60 (email transfer to bornandraisedinthevalley@gmail.com )
Broom Dance
A shadow puppet show by Birdbone Theatre will be performed on Saturday, Oct.25th at 427 Tramore Road, Deacon starting at 6:30pm. For ages 6 to 96, accompanied by an adult. Tickets are on Eventbrite $15 to $35 or buy in advance at nathalie@orphanwisdom.com
CHCR Canadian Homegrown Community Radio
CHCR’s Annual General Meeting takes place on Sunday, Oct.26th between 2pm and 4pm at the Killaloe Lions Hall, 18 Lake Street, Killaloe. This is your opportunity to help plan and ensure the future of this important community voice.
Here are a couple of important reminders for local business owners to deal with this month:
Tariff Impact Survey No.3
Take a moment to share the impact of Tariffs on YOUR business by completing Tariff Impact Survey No.3 by Oct.31. LINK: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/Tariffsurvey3
Rooted in Resilience
Register by Oct.31st to benefit from Early Bird Pricing for the Renfrew County Economic Development SUMMIT in November. The Rooted in Resilience Summit is taking place on Nov.25 from 9:30am – 2:30pm at Best Western Pembroke Inn & Conference Centre. Hear from local business leaders, meet youth innovators, and join keynote speaker Mike Trauner, Medal of Valour recipient and Invictus Games champion, as he shares lessons on overcoming challenges. The Summit will address several key topics including succession planning and workforce development. Register at: https://forms.countyofrenfrew.on.ca/Invest/Economic-Development/2025-Ec-Dev-Forum