September 27, 2018: Community Calendar Plus.
DRAFT UPDATED October 3rd. See bottom for late additions.
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Newswest Volunteers. ++++
Newswest is seeking volunteers to help with its monthly digital on-line content. Experience with Facebook or WordPress ideal, but eager learners welcome. Email editor@newswest.org or come to a board meeting. (Next meeting is Tuesday September 27, 2018 at 7p.m. in the Carleton Tavern. ).
November 13: Newswest AGM. ++++
Newswest is holding its Annual General Meeting on Tuesday November 13, 2018 at 7p.m. in the Hintonburg Community Centre. ). Besides electing the Newswest Board members, important motions will be presented to a vote concerning the year ahead.
September 27 – Carlingwood Film Club.
Carlingwood Film Club begins September 27! Watch and discuss a good film in a relaxed, book-club-style chat about film and cinematography! Last Thursday of the month (September to November, then March to May) at 6:30 p.m. at the Carlingwood branch of the Ottawa Public Library. For more information go to https://biblioottawalibrary.ca .
September 28 – Kitchissippi United Fall Rummage Sale.
The Kitchissippi United Church Fall Rummage Sale is taking place Friday September 28 from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m; Saturday September 29 from 9 a.m. to noon at 630 Island Park Dr. Clothes, books, toys, collectibles, kitchenware, small appliances, linens, boutique specials and more! For info 613-722-7254 or https://www.kitchissippiuc.com .
September 28 – Friday Night of Worship and Ministry.
Join us at St Mary’s Church (100 Young St.) from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. for the Night of Worship and Ministry. The speaker will be Father Yves Marchildon of the Companions of the Cross. The theme will be “Restore My Church.” The Worship Team will be Warren Scherr. A reception will follow in the lower hall.
September 28 – Arts Night.
The Kitchissippi community is invited to Arts Night at First Unitarian Church (30 Cleary Ave.) on September 28 at 7:30 p.m. This month’s artists include Emily-Jane Hills Orford, Literary Artist; Gilda Pontbriand, Painter/Photographer; Richard Hanna, Harpist, Singer, Actor. Admission is $5. For more information please call 613-725-1066 .
September 29 – Francis of Assisi Blessing. ++++
To show our concern for all creatures, and in anticipation of the feast of St. Francis of Assisi, you are invited to bring any animal(s) in your care to the front lawn of Queen of the Most Holy Rosary Church ( 1153 Wellington St West at Parkdale ) at 3 p.m. on Saturday, September 29th to receive a special blessing.
September 29 – Book launch.
Join local Illustrator, Alice Carter, to celebrate her picture book, Angus All Aglow, a gentle story of acceptance and friendship (written by Heather Smith, Orca Book Publishers). Come meet the illustrator, enjoy a kid’s craft, book reading and signing.This is a free event. Books available for purchase. Saturday, September 29 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. at Dovercourt Recreation Centre (411 Dovercourt Ave.) For more info see http://alicecarter.com .
September 29 – Power of One concert and fundraiser.
Please join us at this fundraising concert for Arise and Shine Uganda (www.facebook.com/arise.shine.uganda/). The concert will be performed by the Big Soul Project Choir and promises to be an entertaining and uplifting evening. All money raised will be used to build new pit latrines (washrooms) for the 650 students attending the school in Kibuye village. The event is being held at the Woodroffe United Church (207 Woodroffe Ave.) Tickets are $20 for adults and $5 for kids 12 and under. Tickets available on the choir’s website at: https://www.bigsoulproject.com .
September 30 – Meet the Artist. ++++
At the Cube Gallery. On Sunday, September 30th from 2 p.m. Russell Yuristy will discuss his current show and his future practice. Cube Gallery welcomes the return of internationally acclaimed print maker, painter and teacher of art, Russell Yuristy for the most comprehensive show of his work to date. This Saskatchewan-born artist is renowned for his representational art based on his keen observations of nature. At 82 years old, Yuristy is considered a doyen of the contemporary art scene. He continues to enthrall with his love for and sensitive depiction of nature, fish, animals and birds. Visit http://cubegallery.ca/exhibitions/2018_09_04_verdant or https://www.facebook.com/events/218599898836649/ for more info. Exhibition held over to October 14th.
October 2 – Alpha Dinner at St. Mary’s.
Come and Explore Life, faith and meaning at our Alpha Dinner and Film Experience-Tuesdays starting October 2. Checkin 6:28pm. Register via http://www.stmarysottawa.ca; alpha@stmarysottawa.ca or leave a message anytime at 613-728-9811 x 701. St Mary’s Hall, 100 Young St. Access via parking lot. Alpha is free, the experience priceless.
October 3 – Rosemount Library Revitalization Open House.
The OPL is hosting a Rosemount Revitalization Open House on October 3 between 6 p.m. and 8 p.m. The public can meet with the architectural team (+VG) to learn more about the project scope and potential options for the building layout and design. The Open House is a drop-in format. More info: https://biblioottawalibrary.ca/en/rosemount-revitalization .
October 10 – Kitchissippi United Church open house.
Come and help us celebrate 10 years of Kitchissippi United Church in the community! Join us for an Open House on Wednesday, October 10 at 630 Island Park Dr. between 4 p.m. and 6 p.m. As part of this evening, we have also invited community partners and friends to share what they have been doing. Come and see who we are and what we do. Snacks and refreshments in the Main Hall. For more information go to http://kitchissippiuc.com or contact the office at 613-722-7254 or email Kirsten Gracequist at kgracequist@kitchissippiuc.com . Plenty of free parking.
October 14 – McKellar Park Community Association Annual General Meeting.
The McKellar Park Community Association is holding its Annual General Meeting on Sunday, October 14, 2018 at 7:15 p.m. at the McKellar Park Field House, 539 Wavell Ave. Come and find out what is happening in your neighbourhood. For more information visit our website at http://McKellarpark.ca .
October 16 – Westboro Community Association AGM.
Please join us on Tuesday, October 16 at the Churchill Seniors Center (345 Richmond Rd.). Come out, meet your neighbours, and discuss the issues important to our community! Membership is required to vote but you can attend without joining. Membership is $10 for one year or ($20 for family membership.) Doors and community kiosks open at 6:30 p.m. followed by reports from the Board at 7 p.m. and the election of new directors. Special guests, presentations TBA (details to follow). Refreshments will be served. Your Community Association needs you! Infill development in Westboro continues to grow. Residents turn to us for help in responding to development issues in their neighbourhoods. The demand can be more than our small board of directors can handle. We need new members to bring their talents to our community. Interested in becoming a board member or community resource person? Email us at helloWestboro@yahoo.ca, or contact karenljohnson@sympatico.ca or normmorrison@rogers.com .
October 16 – Friends of the Farm Master Gardener Lecture. ++++
Normally from 7 to 9p.m. Topic “Bulbs for Year Round Enjoyment” with Mary Reid. FCEF members $12, non-members $15, For more info check http://friendsofthefarm.ca/master-gardener-lectures-2018/ .
October 18 – Kids and Stamps. ++++
The Ottawa Philatelic Society, Ottawa’s oldest stamp club, meets every Thursday evening at the Hintonburg Community Centre. Following on a series of events for kids at 10 library branches this summer, we’re holding a Kids Night on Oct 18, encouraging kids to come along with their parents to see what stamp collecting is all about. See this issue’s Newswest web-extra article for more info.
October 19 – United Way Breakfast.
On Friday October 19 from 7:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m., Nepean High School (574 Broadview Ave.) will be holding their 29th Annual United Way Breakfast. The United Way Breakfast is a charity event that brings the Ottawa community together year after year to enjoy a delicious buffet-style breakfast with food generously donated from local stores and restaurants. We will be joined by our mayor, Jim Watson, our councillor, Jeff Leiper, and many more local celebrities. All proceeds will go to the Dave Smith Drug and Alcohol Rehabilitation Centre for Youth. We hope to see you there! Tickets are $10 and will be sold at the door.
October 20 – Woodroffe United Fall Church bazaar.
Items available include china, books, clothing, bake table, silent auction, toys, jewellery, used furniture, and much more. 207 Woodroffe Ave. from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Refreshments and lunch available. For more information, please contact Woodroffe United Church at 613-722-9250 .
October 20 – Friends of the Farm Used Book Drop Off. ++++
From 10a.m. to 3p.m. Save your books and re-gift them for a great cause. Please note we do not accept magazines, textbooks, or encyclopedia. Drive up to Bldg 72 CEF Arboretum, east exit off Prince of Wales roundabout. 613-230-3276 http://friendsofthefarm.ca/fcef-annual-events/ .
November 3 – Yuletide Bazaar.
The Parkdale United Church Yuletide Bazaar is taking place Saturday November 3 from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. (429 Parkdale Ave.) Lots of Christmas gift ideas, café, home baking, jams and jellies, soups, old linens, kitchen and bath, attic treasures, fashion boutique, silent auction, books, antiques and collectibles and much more! For information call 613-728-8656 or go to http://parkdaleunitedchurch.ca .
November 4 – Big Sing Ottawa.
Experience the joy of singing together in harmony with Evemarie Brunelle, the founder of Allez Chante! in Montreal, as she brings her dynamic workshop to Ottawa for the first time. Happening 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. at the Westboro Masonic Hall (430 Churchill Ave. N.). No experience necessary. All ages and voices welcome. Information & tickets ($20): rasputins.org.
November 6 – Friends of the Farm Master Gardener Lecture. ++++
Normally from 7 to 9p.m. Topic “History of English Country House Gardens” with Heather Clemenson. FCEF members $12, non-members $15, For more info check http://friendsofthefarm.ca/master-gardener-lectures-2018/ .
November 17 – First Unitarian Fall Fair.
Biggest church bazaar in town and it’s right here in Kitchissippi! Great deals on gently used clothing, books, jewellery, electronics and other treasures. Fabulous silent auction; two food venues; knitted items; baking, and jams. From 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. All at First Unitarian (30 Cleary Ave.)! For information, email FallFair2018@firstunitarianottawa.ca or call 613-725-1066 .
Ottawa Family Cinema. ++++
Is closed until September Please visit http://www.familycinema.ca for more info.
Tentative Ottawa Family Cinema schedule for September:
Friday, September 28th, 2018 – Ant-Man and the Wasp (3D)
Saturday, September 29th, 2018 Teen Titans Go! To the Movies.
See Ottawa Family Cinema website for updates, changes and other dates.
Ottawa Newcomers Club. ++++
Our club is a non-profit, social organization for women who have recently moved to this area; (and those who have experienced a significant life change), and would like to meet new people of similar interests by joining our many group activities. More information about us and what we do can be found on our website at: http://ottawanewcomersclub.ca or by contacting newcomersclubottawa@gmail.com .
Making Music Meaningful in Nepean. ++++
A lively program that introduces babies, toddlers and preschoolers to the joy of making music. Music classes are offered in Nepean (Argue Drive), call 613-402-6082, or visit http://www.makingmusicmeaningful.com or see https://www.facebook.com/MakingMusicMeaningful .
Westboro Supper Club is looking for members.
Food has a way of bringing people together. Some of our best memories are shaped around meals shared with family, friends, and neighbours. The Westboro Supper Club was created with the goal of creating new memories and sharing a meal together at one of the many wonderful restaurants our city has to offer! If you would like to join us in this experience of all things edible, please send us an e-mail at westborosupperclub@icloud.com so you’ll be the first to know about our exciting Westboro Supper Club events. We look forward to hearing from you!
Volunteers Needed!
OWCS has openings for volunteers to help on our Shopping Buses. Shopping Bus volunteers work with the OWCS Driver to assist client in the store and to carry groceries into their homes. For more information please email info@owcs.ca or call 613-728-6016 .
Westboro Legion’s Bingo and Leagues.
Bingo every Wednesday night at the Westboro Legion. Doors open at 4:30 p.m. for Ric’s@480 food service. Games begin at 6:30 p.m. Everyone is welcome. Join us with your friends, or come and meet new friends. Funds raised are donated back to community organizations. We also have bid euchre, darts, pool and sandbag leagues on a weekly basis starting in the Fall. For more information visit http://www.rcl480.com or call 613-725-2778 .
Westboro Legion’s Saturday and Sunday Pool.
Free pool from noon to closing upstairs at the Westboro Legion on Saturdays and Sundays. Everyone is welcome. For more information visit http://www.rcl480.com or call 613-725-2778 .
Toastmasters.
Learn confidence and hone your leadership skills. Above and Beyond Toastmasters will help you get there. We meet every Monday at 7 p.m. except holidays at the Civic campus of The Ottawa Hospital in the Bickell Room on the main floor (across from Tim Hortons). Everyone is welcome. For more information, please see http://abottawa.toastmastersclubs.org or contact toastmasters.iwona.bm@gmail.com .
Churchill Seniors Centre.
Coming this fall! Drop-in programs at Churchill Senior Recreation Center:
Folk Song Circle is now meeting on the fourth Thursday of the month at 7 p.m.
Join our knitting, crochet or quilting circles on Fridays between 12:30 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. Open Lounge, Tuesday and Thursday, 1-3 p.m., meet others and play chess, Scrabble or cribbage. Play Pickleball Tuesdays at 8:30 a.m. or Fridays at 11:15 a.m. Social Painting Club is Thursdays from 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m., open room with lots of light and like-minded artists. Weight & Cardio Agility on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. and there’s open use of the fitness center. Fees are nominal. For more information call 613-798-8872 or email Anita.Findlay@ottawa.ca .
Drop-in Ukulele.
at the Churchill Seniors Centre. Come play ukulele on Wednesdays at 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m and/or Friday at 9:15 a.m. Bring your own ukulele. This is a beginner drop-in but all players welcome! Cost: $2.00 .
The OWCS Grocery Bus. ++++
A Call for Volunteers to help with this service is currently in effect (see Notice above).
For Seniors in Hintonburg, Carlington and Westboro who need assistance with grocery shopping. For only $6 Ottawa West Community Support (OWCS) provides door to door transportation and help with bagging and carrying of purchases. Each Tuesday and Wednesday, the bus departs OWCS at 9a.m., picks up seniors from their homes and takes them shopping at local supermarkets. For more information about the Grocery Bus and other OWCS programs, please contact the office at 613-728-6016 ( and read their article in Newswest On-line ).
Spirit of Rasputin’s Open Stage. ++++
Each Monday night at 7:00 pm we hold our Open Stage at the Whispers pub in Westboro. And on Tuesdays at 7:00 pm it’s the Folk-along Jam at the Vimy Brewing Company [Ed: BTW the Vimy Brewing Company happen to help support Newswest, so our thanks to them too.].
Also: Spirit of Rasputin’s members Jay Kassirer and Rita Finnigan are happy to announce a series of Sunday afternoon (1 p.m.) musical events at the Britannia Coffeehouse (with its adjacent ice cream shop The Beachconers) at 273 Britannia Rd. They’ll take place at 1:00 pm and there’s no cover charge. http://www.cullbridge.com/music.html .
Musicians and singers: An opportunity to help. ++++
Hospice Care Ottawa offers palliative and end-of-life programs and services with no charge to clients or their families. Their Day Hospice service provides a day out in a warm and friendly environment at three sites in the city. Volunteer musicians or singers who could entertain hospice clients would be very welcome. If this interests you, or if you know someone who might be interested, you can contact volunteer.services@hospicecareottawa.ca .
Ottawa Tool Library – Shop Night. ++++
Every first Wednesday of the month from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. come book our benches to grind away at your projects with tools from our library. Book on line at http://www.ottawatoollibrary.com and then come to your bench for the might in Makerspace North, 250 City Centre Avenue, Bay 216 (upper level). Just $5 for members and free for members 55 or older, with lots of parking.
Ottawa Tool Library – Community and Demo night. ++++
Connect and chat with other makers around Ottawa at our tool library. Learn and observe with live demonstrations starting at 6 p.m. on topics such as Bikes, Gardening, Carpentry, Painting, Canning, Wiring etc. We are a volunteer-run nonprofit providing endless opportunities to create, garden and cook. Located in Makerspace north, 250 City Centre Avenue in Bay 216 (upper level), we are open Mondays 6 to 9 p.m., Wednesdays 5 to 9 p.m. and Saturdays 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Find us on Twitter and Facebook, @yowtoollibrary.
Bytown Swing. ++++
Come dance Lindy Hop and West Coast Swing with us on Saturday nights in Ottawa. Grab a pair of indoor shoes and get ready to hit the dance floor. Non-profit, holds a dance every Saturday at Studio X, 122-250 City Center Avenue ( 3 minute walk from the Bayview Transitway stop ). Parking available. Beginner lessons start at 8:15 p.m., DJ’d social dancing starts at 9:00 p.m. Cost is just $7 cash at the door and $5 for students and seniors.
Starting in 2017 there will be no more bi-weekly dances: we’re moving to one-off Lindy Hop events like bar nights, pop-up dances, and special live band events. The Westie Underground will be hosting bi-weekly WCS dances under a new name. Stay tuned for future announcements on dates and details! See http://bytownswing.com or https://www.facebook.com/bytownswing/ .
Friends of the Farm’s new book ‘Blooms’ ++++
Is about the Ornamental Gardens at Ottawa’s Central Experimental Farm A wonderful gift for anyone who loves gardens and flowers, as well as a treat for those interested in Canadian history. Friends of the Farm has several books now available for purchase highlighting Ottawa’s Farm, Ornamental Gardens, and Arboretum at the Central Experimental Farm. By local authors, they are for anyone who loves gardens and flowers, as well as a treat for those interested in Canadian horticultural history. Available at http://friendsofthefarm.ca/ and local bookstores.
Friends of the Farm’s “Join Us”. ++++
Join the Friends of the Farm to influence decision-makers to preserve the integrity of this cherished National Historic Site and its exceptional setting in the heart of Ottawa.
The future of the Farm as we know it is more important than ever. While the core research areas remain, the Farm lands, Dominion Arboretum, Ornamental Gardens and historical buildings still need constant care and protection. If lost, this jewel can never be replaced.
Become a member today and support the Friends’ mission to bring the Arboretum and Ornamental Gardens to their full potential. Membership benefits include free admission to the Canada Agriculture and Food Museum, a quarterly newsletter, discounted events, and more. http://friendsofthefarm.ca/
Your Community Associations.
For up-to-date news on your neighbourhood, stay in touch with your community association. Information about events, traffic changes, development, neighbourhood clubs, volunteer opportunities and board meetings is available from the following Community Association websites.
Champlain Park Community Association
champlainpark.org
Civic Hospital Neighbourhood Association
Chnaottawa.ca
Friends of Churchill Seniors Centre
friendsofchurchill.com
Hintonburg Community Association
hintonburg.com
Hampton-Iona Community Group
hamptoniona.wordpress.com
Island Park Community Association
islandpark.wordpress.com
McKellar Park Community Association
mckellarparkcommunity.wordpress.com
Mechanicsville Community Association
facebook.com/MechanicsvilleCA
Wellington Village Community Association
wvca.ca
Westboro Beach Community Association
westborobeach.ca
Westboro Community Association
lovewestboro.wordpress.com
October 6-8 – Thanksgiving at the Canada Agriculture and Food Museum.
9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., This Thanksgiving weekend, the Canada Agriculture and Food Museum will celebrate fall harvest in the heart of the city with demonstrations and activities for the whole family. Come see some of our farm machinery on display and watch a baler in action! Discover fun facts about corn and apples, sample fall recipes, explore several pumpkin varieties and get creative with a fall themed craft. A full schedule of activities is available on the website. Canada Agriculture and Food Museum 901 Prince of Wales Drive. Ingenium – Canada’s Museums of Science and Innovation ingeniumcanada.org, Twiter: @AgMuseum | Instagram: @AgFoodMuseum | Facebook: @AgMuseum
October 18-21 – Enriched Bread Artists (EBA)’s 26th Annual Open Studio.
With 22 active artists occupying our two floors, critical research and current artistic exploration develops in each artist’s studio The EBA remains the city’s largest and longest-running visual arts co-operative located in a former bread factory. Opening Night is Thursday, October 18, 2018 (6:00 – 9:00 p.m.). The exhibition continues: Friday, October 19, 2018 (6:00 – 9:00 p.m.), Saturdays, October 20 and 27, 2018 (11:00 am – 5:00 p.m.), Sundays, October 21 and 28, 2018 (11:00 am – 5:00 p.m.). Admission is Free. 951 Gladstone Avenue (1st and 2nd floors). Access to the inside of our building is limited to stairs. There are no ramps, lifts, or elevators. See http://www.enrichedbreadartists.com or Instagram: enriched_bread, or Twitter: @enrichedbread for more info. We are also on facebook.
October 27-28 – Enriched Bread Artists (EBA)’s 26th Annual Open Studio.
With 22 active artists occupying our two floors, critical research and current artistic exploration develops in each artist’s studio The EBA remains the city’s largest and longest-running visual arts co-operative located in a former bread factory. The exhibition continues: Saturday, October 27, 2018 (11:00 am – 5:00 p.m.), Sunday, October 28, 2018 (11:00 am – 5:00 p.m.). Admission is Free. 951 Gladstone Avenue (1st and 2nd floors). Access to the inside of our building is limited to stairs. There are no ramps, lifts, or elevators. See http://www.enrichedbreadartists.com or Instagram: enriched_bread, or Twitter: @enrichedbread for more info. We are also on facebook.
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