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Things to see and do all summer long ALCATEL-LUCENT SUNDAY BIKEDAYS
Bicycles rule every Sunday between Victoria Day and Labour Day on the Sir John A. Macdonald Parkway. Thanks to the NCC, and sponsor AlcatelLucent, nine kilometres of the westbound Parkway (from the Canadian War Museum to Carling Avenue) are closed to auto traffic from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. It’s a great opportunity to hit the road on your two-wheeler and enjoy some vigorous exercise amidst some great views of the Ottawa River. Looking for a change of scenery? You can also enjoy car-free Sundays along Colonel By Drive, between the Laurier and Hog’s Back Bridges. For those looking to go even further afield (and tackle some challenging hills), Gatineau Park offers 27 kilometres of cycling space along the Gatineau, Champlain and Fortune Lake Parkways, which are closed to cars between 6 a.m. and 1 p.m. Volunteers are always needed for Sunday Bikedays. Positions include traffic intersection monitors to install and remove barricades and traffic cones, directing motorists to alternate routes and ensuring cyclists are safe at closed intersections. Also needed are bike patrollers, who provide first aid where needed and perform minor bike repairs. For more information on volunteering, contact the NCC’s volunteer centre at 613-239-5373 or volunteer_benevoles@ncc-ccn.ca.
FIND THE RIGHTBIKE
Don’t have a bike of your own? RightBike’s got you covered; right in your own neighbourhood. The Kitchissippi-based bike-sharing service will set you up at one of several conveniently located hubs, including RightBike HQ at 1A McCormick St.
For more information, visit https://rightbike.org/ or call 613-722-4440.
MAPLELAWN GARDEN
Step back into the 19th century with a visit to this national historic site located just outside Westboro Village. The Maplelawn site was initially owned by William Thompson, who established it in 1831. It was subsequently owned by three other politically and socially prominent families: the Thomsons, Coles and Rochesters. Maplelawn’s very well-preserved walled garden was a rare thing even in the 19th century and is even more so today. There is no charge to visit the garden, which offers approximately an acre of pleasing sights and aromas. Access to the space is free. Maplelawn is located at 529 Richmond Rd. at Broadview Avenue.
Amazing things to do in July
EVERY TUESDAY IN JULY
Dovercourt Recreation Centre (411 Dovercourt Ave.) The Dovercourt Recreation Centre’s running club offers coached interval training for runners
11. HEATHER CROWE PARK, 1902 Scott St. 12. HINTONBURG PARK, 101 Duhamel St. 13. IONA PARK, 223 Iona St. 14. LAROCHE PARK, 52 Bayview Rd. 15. LION’S PARK, 294 Elmgrove Ave. 16. MAHONEY PARK, 160 Lanark Ave. 17. MCCORMICK PARK, 294 Carruthers Ave. 18. MCKELLAR PARK, 539 Wavell Ave. 19. PARKDALE PARK, 366 Parkdale Ave.
3. CARRUTHERS STIRLING PARK, 195 Carruthers Ave.
4. CHAMPLAIN PARK, 140 Carleton Ave. 5. CLARE GARDENS PARK, 269 Clare St. 6. EV TREMBLAY PARK, 108 Beech St. 7. EVERGREEN PARK, 906 Denison Cres. 8. FAIRMONT PARK, 265 Fairmont Ave.
Bluesfest School of Music and Art Young musicians can learn the art of Djing at the Bluesfest School of Music and Art’s Beats and Bass DJ camp. Classes are Monday to Friday from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. See http://bsoma.ca/summercamps/ for more information.
WEDNESDAY, JULY 8
THURSDAY, JULY 9
Whispers Pub (249 Richmond Rd.) Whispers Pub hosts open mic nights beginning at 7:30 p.m. For more information visit whisperspubottawa.ca or call 613-722-9603.
10. HAMPTON PARK, 645 Parkview Rd.
579 Byron Ave.
JULY 6-10
EVERY MONDAY IN JULY
9. FISHER PARK, 250 Holland Ave.
2. BYRON TRAMWAY PARK,
Cube Gallery (1285 Wellington West) Cube Gallery hosts a vernissage for Denis Larouche’s E = MC Cubed - Quantum Landscapes. Larouche’s work is a meeting of art and science reflecting his experiences living in West Africa and many travels. For more information, visit www.cubegallery.ca.
Lululemon Westboro (340 Richmond Rd.) Lululemon Westboro hosts complimentary Sunday Morning Yoga classes. Doors open at 9:20 a.m. and class starts at 9:30.
EVERY SUNDAY IN JULY
The Kitchissippi area is home to more than two dozen parks. Here’s a handy guide to help you find the one nearest you.
128 Bayview Rd.
SUNDAY JULY 5
The Ottawa Public Library’s Rosemount Branch The Ottawa Public Library’s Rosemount branch is hosting a Summer Family Storytime, beginning at 10:15 a.m. in the Meeting Room. Additional sessions are scheduled every Wednesday through August 19.
PLAY! in Kitchissippi’s parks
1. BAYVIEW FRIENDSHIP PARK,
of all levels. Runners meet at Dovercourt (411 Dovercourt Ave.) at 6 p.m. See www.dovercourt. org/flyers-and-schedules/ for more information.
20. REID PARK, 40 Reid Ave. 21. REMIC BEACH COMPLEX, 155 Island Park Dr.
22. RIVERSIDE TERRACE PARK, 225 Clearview Ave.
23. ROY DUNCAN PARK, 295 Churchill Ave. 24. STIRLING-CARRUTHERS PARK, 195 Carruthers Ave.
25. TILLBURY PARK, 725 Sherbourne Rd. 26. TOM BROWN ARENA, 141 Bayview Rd. 27. WESTBORO KIWANIS PARK, 411 Dovercourt Ave.
The Ottawa Public Library’s Rosemount Branch Show off your Lego building skills at Block Party: Building Boom, taking place at the Ottawa Public Library’s Rosemount branch. The fun starts at 2 p.m. in the Meeting Room. Additional sessions are scheduled for Thursday, July 23, Tuesday, August 11 and Tuesday, August 25.
SUNDAY, JULY 12
Get ready, get set: the Hintonburg Centennial 5K returns for its ninth year. There’s also the Newswest Kids 1K. Free registration for runners under age 13. No rain date. For registration information, see http://www.hintonburg5k.ca/.
SUNDAY, JULY 12
The Hintonburg Public House (1020 Wellington West) The Hintonburg Public House presents Paint the Town, an art class with acclaimed realist painter Crystal Beshara, from 3-5 p.m. See www. hintonburgpublichouse.ca for more information.
TUESDAY, JULY 14
The Ottawa Public Library’s Rosemount Branch Parents and caregivers are invited to enjoy stories, rhymes and songs with their babies (aged 0-18 months) at the Rosemount branch of the Ottawa Public Library, which is hosting Summer Babytime beginning at 10:15 a.m. in the Meeting Room. An additional session is scheduled for Tuesday, August 11, also at 10:15.
TUESDAY, JULY 14
Glabar Park Common (845 Hare Ave.) A Company of Fools, Ottawa’s original professional Shakespeare Company, will be performing A Comedy of Errors in the Glabar Park Common (845 Hare Ave.). Performances begin at 7 p.m. Suggested donation: $15.
TUESDAY, JULY 21
The Ottawa Public Library’s Rosemount Branch Parents and caregivers are invited to enjoy stories, rhymes and songs with their toddlers (aged 19-35 months) at the Rosemount branch of the Ottawa Public Library, beginning at 10:15 a.m. in the Meeting Room. An additional session is scheduled for Tuesday, August 18, also at 10:15.
JULY 24-26
The Highland Park Lawn Bowling Club hosts a weekend of International Croque. Friday, 1-5 p.m., Saturday 9-5 p.m., Sunday 9-1 p.m. For information, visit www. highlandparklawnbowling.ca.
TUESDAY, JULY 28
Clare Gardens Park (269 Clare St.). A Company of Fools, Ottawa’s original professional Shakespeare Company, will be performing A Comedy of Errors in Clare Gardens Park (269 Clare St.). Performances begin at 7 p.m. Suggested donation: $15.
Amazing things to do in August EVERY SUNDAY IN AUGUST
Lululemon Westboro (340 Richmond Rd.) Lululemon Westboro hosts complimentary Sunday Morning Yoga classes. Doors open at 9:20 a.m. and class starts at 9:30.
EVERY MONDAY IN AUGUST
Whispers Pub (249 Richmond Rd.) Whispers Pub hosts open mic nights beginning at 7:30 p.m. For more information visit whisperspubottawa.ca or call 613-722-9603.
SUNDAY AUGUST 2
Cube Gallery (1285 Wellington West) Cube Gallery presents the Hidden Gems vernissage. This group landscape show features Jay Anderson, John Jarrett, Paul Schibli, Strachan Johnston, Pina Manoni-Rennick, and Karl Schutt. Visit www.cubegallery.ca for more information.
SUNDAY AUGUST 2
The Hintonburg Public House (1020 Wellington West) The Hintonburg Public House presents the HPH 2015 Trivia Challenge, beginning at 9 p.m. Test your knowledge and support a local event or charity. See www.hintonburgpublichouse.ca for more information.
TUESDAY, AUGUST 10 – SATURDAY, AUGUST 22:
Founded in 2012, Arboretum offers an eclectic batch of musical artists both local and national as well as showcases for local restaurants and artists working in a variety of media. For information: http://www.arboretumfestival.com/.
AUGUST 24-28
Bluesfest School of Music and Art Aspiring young musicians can learn the business from industry professionals at the Bluesfest School of Music and Art’s Rock U summer camp. Classes are Monday to Friday from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. See http://bsoma.ca/summer-camps/ for more information.
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 26
The Ottawa Public Library’s Rosemount Branch Children of all ages are invited to the wrap-up of the 2015 TD Summer Reading Club at the Rosemount branch of the Ottawa Public Library, taking place at 10:15 a.m.in the Meeting Room.
EVERY TUESDAY IN AUGUST
Dovercourt Recreation Centre (411 Dovercourt Ave.) The Dovercourt Recreation Centre’s running club offers coached interval training for runners of all levels. Runners meet at Dovercourt (411 Dovercourt Ave.) at 6 p.m. See www.dovercourt. org/flyers-and-schedules/ for more information.
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Cool off and play at local beaches Kitchissippi residents are fortunate to be in close proximity to Britannia and Westboro beaches; twice the opportunity to cool off and enjoy a wide variety of activities.
WESTBORO BEACH
745 Sir John A. Macdonald Parkway Features: • Washrooms • Free parking • Canteen and patio with tables • Swimming lane
BRITANNIA BEACH
2085 Carling Ave. Features: • Washrooms • Free parking • Canteen • Outdoor showers • Picnic tables and barbecue pits • Play structures and fields • Swimming lane
BEACH CAMPS
Local youth interested in more than just relaxing on the beach this summer have some interesting options to consider. Westboro Beach: Junior Waterfront Lifeguard Club (July 13-24, July 27-August 7). Aspiring lifeguards aged 10-14 can receive Bronze Star, Bronze Medallion, Bronze Cross, Standard First Aid, CPR ‘C’ and AED certifications. Sessions run Monday-Friday from 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Britannia Beach: Outdoor Adventure and Street Art Camp (July 6 - July 10, July 13-July 17, July 20July 24, July 27-July 31, August 4-August 7). A very artistic way to get active this summer, this camp combines street art and “showmanship sports” such as ultimate frisbee and slack lining. Sessions run Monday-Friday from 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Outdoor sports in Kitchissippi The Kitchissippi area offers plenty of options for outdoor sport activities. Here’s where to find the one nearest you:
Tennis
BRITANNIA PARK
120 Greenview Ave. • Thirteen courts and lights.
FAIRMONT PARK
265 Fairmont Ave. • Two courts and lights for nighttime play
FISHER PARK
250 Holland Ave. • Six courts and lights.
LINCOLN HEIGHTS PARK 265 Britannia Rd. • Two courts, no lights.
MCKELLAR PARK
539 Wavell Ave. • Two courts, no lights.
WESTBORO KIWANIS PARK
HAMPTON PARK
Basketball
IONA PARK
411 Dovercourt Ave. • One court, no lights
BELLEVUE MANOR GYM COMPLEX 1520 Caldwell Ave. • Two full-sized courts.
BRITANNIA PARK
2805 Carling Ave. • One full-sized court.
CHAUDIERE PARK
68 Elm St. • One full-sized court.
DALHOUSIE COMMUNITY CENTRE 755 Somerset St. W • One half-sized court.
645 Parkview Rd. • One full-sized court. 223 Iona St. • One half-sized court.
LAROCHE PARK
52 Bayview Rd. • One full-sized court.
Canada Day at the Museum THIS JULY 1, COME CELEBRATE CANADA IN STYLE! TRAVEL BACK IN TIME TO THE 30 YEARS LEADING UP TO CANADA’S BIRTH, GET A GLIMPSE OF HOW OUR MOST ICONIC EMBLEM, THE MAPLE LEAF FLAG, WAS CREATED, RUN TO THE HEART OF OUR COUNTRY WITH A CANADIAN LEGEND, AND SO MUCH MORE.
PLOUFFE PARK
930 Somerset St. W • Three full-sized courts.
RAVEN PARK
1500 Larose Ave. • One full-sized court.
SPECIAL ACTIVITIES Family Fun with Folk Music 1, 3:30 and 6 p.m. Grand Hall Family Fun with Crafts 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Canadian Children’s Museum Kaleidoscope Gallery
Have a safe and happy Canada Day. Joyeuse fête du Canada.
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The Ottawa Farmers’ Market is back for another season at the Byron Linear Park, along the Byron Avenue walking path between Golden, Richmond and Byron Avenues. It’s a perfect place to take a break from a walk or bike ride and peruse delicious and baked goods, meat, produce and sweet treats. The market operates Saturdays from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. through October 24.
PARKDALE MARKET
Originally established in the 1920s, the Parkdale Market (Wellington Street West at Parkdale) operates from May to November and during the winter holiday season. Vendors offer fresh produce and plants seven days a week.
HINTONBURG SUPPER CLUB
They don’t call themselves ‘Hintonburgers’ for nothing. It’s a neighbourhood that takes its food very seriously and the Hintonburg Community Association invites residents to support local restaurants via the Hintonburg Supper Club. This monthly get-together not only supports local eateries but also brings neighbours together in an enjoyable, informal setting. For more information, visit http://www.hintonburg.com/supperclub. html, or call 613-798-7987.
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1. EV TREMBLAY PARK
108 Beech St. Open July 3 – August 28 July: Tues.– Fri. 11 a.m. – 6 p.m. Sat. – Sun. 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. August: Tues.– Fri. 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. Sat. – Sun. 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.
2. PARKDALE PARK
366 Parkdale Ave. Open June 24 – August 19 July: Mon. – Wed. 11:30 a.m. – 6:30 p.m. Fri. – Sun. 11:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. August: Mon. – Wed. 11:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. Fri. – Sun. 11:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
3. CHAMPLAIN PARK
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140 Carleton Ave. Open June 30 – August 25 July: Mon. 11 a.m. – 6 p.m. Tues. noon – 7 p.m. Thurs. noon – 7 p.m., Fri. 11 a.m. – 6 p.m. Sat.–Sun. 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. August: Mon. 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. Tues. Noon – 6 p.m. Thurs. noon– 6 p.m. Fri.–Sun. 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.
4. HAMPTON PARK
645 Parkview Ave. Open July 3 – August 28 July: Mon.– Fri. 11:30 a.m. – 6 p.m. Sun. 11:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. August: Mon.– Fri. 11:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. Sun. 11:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.
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5. IONA
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223 Iona Ave. Open July 3 – August 28 July: Tues. – Fri. 11:15 a.m. – 6 p.m. Sat. 11:15 a.m. – 5 p.m. August: Tues. – Fri. 11:15 a.m. – 5 p.m. Sat. 11:15 a.m. – 5 p.m.
9. WOODROFFE PARK
6. LIONS PARK
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294 Elmgrove Ave. Open: June 30 – August 25 July: Mon. – Fri. 11:30 a.m. – 6 p.m. August: Mon. – Fri. 11:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.
7. WESTBORO PARK
411 Dovercourt Ave. Open June 27 – September 4 July: Tues. – Fri. 11 a.m. – 6 p.m. Sat.–Sun.1 p.m. – 5 p.m. August: Tues. – Fri. 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. Sat.–Sun. 1 p.m. – 5 p.m.
8. MCKELLAR PARK
539 Wavell Ave. Open June 29 – August 14 July: Mon. 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Tues. 1:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Wed. 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Thurs. 1:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Friday 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. August: Mon. Mon. 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Tues. 1:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Wed. 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Thurs. 1:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Friday 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
180 Lockhart Ave. Open June 24 – August 19 July: Mon.–Fri. 11 a.m. – 6 p.m. Sat. 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. August: Mon.–Sat. 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. 40 Reid Ave. Open July 3, 2015 - August 28, 2015 July: Mon:12:30 – 6 pm Tues: Closed Wed – Sat: 12:30 – 6 pm Sun: 12:30 – 5 pm August: Mon:12:30 – 5 pm Tues: Closed Wed – Sun: 12:30 – 5 pm
Splash pads
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11. HINTONBURG PARK 1064 Wellington St. West
12. LAROCHE PARK 52 Bayview Rd.
13. ROY DUNCAN PARK 295 Churchill Ave.
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