Local events and happenings over the coming weeks — free to non-profit organizations Fax: 613-224-3330, E-mail: Ottawasouth@metroland.com
Jan. 5 to Feb. 9 The field house CAG Café at Brantwood Park field house, 39 Onslow Cres. will be open Saturdays from 1 to 3 p.m. for refreshments if the rink is open and the temp is warmer than -20 C with wind chill. What’s for sale each week will vary but anticipate a selection that includes, soups/chili and hot dogs as well as hot chocolate and cold drinks.
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11 Colonel By Dr. A social gathering will get underway at 11:30 a.m. with an à la carte lunch at noon. We welcome new and existing members to begin a New Year with us. For further information or reservations please contact Barb Vogan at 613-837-2520 or cvogan@sympatico.ca. For general information on the ONC call 613-860-0548 or visit www.ottawanewcomersclub.ca
Canadian Parents Of Murdered Children (CPOMC) will host its next monthly facilitated peer support meeting from 2 to 4 p.m. in room A1 of Kanata Baptist Church, 465 Hazeldean Rd. For details, visit cpomc.ca or call 613-492-1978.
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A free public meeting on Wednesday, Jan. 16 at Memorial Hall of McKay United Church on the topic of Minto’s development plans for the MacKay-Beechwood fire site will begin at 7 p.m. The event is hosted by the New Edinburgh Community Alliance (NECA). This will not be the official public consultation on the project as hosted by the city, but rather an information session hosted by NECA, where Minto representatives will be invited to give an overview of the plans in their current state, and members of the public will
The Christian Women’s Central Club will hold its New Year’s Silver Dessert Buffet at St. Paul’s Church, 971 Woodroffe Ave. starting at 1 p.m. The event will feature special music and a talk by talented vocalist Daphne Dykhuizen. She will speak about “A life wrapped up.” Admission is $6 and first timers pay $2. RSVP: 613228-8004. All women are welcome. Ottawa Newcomers Club is hosting its monthly luncheon at The Shore Club Restaurant, Westin Hotel,
Vanier Beautification invites you to join its efforts to beautify our community for its monthly meeting on Jan. 15 at 6:30 p.m. at Centre Francophone, 270 Marier Ave.
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have the opportunity to discuss aspects of the project and to offer comments.
Heritage Ottawa presents a free public lecture on the topic of Rediscovering Lowertown. This events takes place on Wednesday, March 20, at 7 p.m. at the Ottawa Public Library Auditorium 120 Metcalfe St. at the corner of Laurier Avenue West. The lecture will be in English. Questions are welcome in either official language. Info: info@heritageottawa.org or 613-230-8841, www. heritageottawa.org.
Heritage Ottawa presents a free public lecture on the topic of: adding contemporary layers to historic districts. This event will take place on Wednesday, Jan. 16 at 7 p.m. at the Ottawa Public Library Auditorium, 120 Metcalfe St. at the corner of Laurier Avenue West. This lecture will be in English. Details are available by email at info@ heritageottawa.org, calling 613-230-8841 or by going online at www.heritage ottawa.org
Ongoing Volunteers are needed to maintain the ice surface at the two community rinks in Findlay Creek this winter. There will be a rink at Butterfly Park, similar to years past, and a permanent boarded rink at the new Diamond Jubilee Park. If there are no volunteers to help out, there are unfortunately no rinks for the community to use. For more information, email greenspace@ findlaycreek.ca.
Jan. 20 The Community Activities Group in Old Ottawa East will hold its Winter Party in the Park at Brantwood Park at 39 Onslow Cres. on Jan. 20 from 1 to 4 p.m. There will be a sleigh ride, skating, hockey, snowshoeing, food, and fun. The event is free. Jan. 27 Family Literacy Day at the Ottawa Public Library, Centrepointe branch at 101 Centrepointe on Sunday, January 27 from 2-3 p.m. Children’s entertainer, Tante Caroline, will share songs and stories in French and English for all the family to enjoy. This event is free and no registration is required.
Ottawa Newcomers’ Club invites women new to Ottawa to join activities and meet some new friends. Activities include: bridge, Scrabble, walks, luncheons and dinners, book club, Ottawa sights/events, travel cafe and craft and chat. Please check out our website at: www.ottawanewcomersclub.ca. For more info call 613-860-0548 or email ottawanewcomers@ hotmail.ca.
Feb. 6 Heritage Ottawa presents its eighth-annual Bob and Mary Anne Phillips Memorial Lecture. The guest speaker is Charlotte Gray (Does Heritage Pull History Out Of Shape?) and the free event takes place on Wednesday, Feb. 6, at 7 p.m. at the Ottawa Public Library Auditorium, 120 Metcalfe St. at the corner of Laurier Avenue West. The lecture will be in English. Info: info@heritageottawa. org or 613-230-8841. www. heritageottawa.org.
The Ottawa Good Food Box is a non-profit program to buy fresh fruits and vegetables once a month. The cost for a small box is $10, medium box $15, and $20 for a large box. Boxes also contain a newsletter with nutritional information, recipes and cooking tips. For details and to order please call the distribution site Kanata Community Christian Reformed Church,
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Mondays: Looking to learn conversational Spanish? Improve your Spanish speaking skills with Los Amigos Toastmasters. The group meets at Tunney’s Pasture Mondays from 4:55 to 6:30 p.m. For more information, contact Carole at 613-7616537 or visit www.amigostm.ca. The Ottawa Pub Dart League plays from October to April at various venues in the city. If you are interested in joining or venue sponsorship, please visit www.theopdl.ca. Discover the unique thrill of singing four-part harmony with a group of fun-loving women who enjoy making music together. Regular rehearsals on Monday nights from 7 to 9:30 p.m. at Orléans United Church, 1111 Orléans Blvd. For information call Muriel Gidley at 613-590-0260 or visit www. bytownbeat.com.
Tuesdays The Hogs Back 50+ Club meets every Tuesday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the front room of the Boys and Girls Club, 1463 Prince of Wales Dr. at Meadowlands and Hogs Back. Bring a bag lunch or come for cards, crafts, friendly chatter and camaraderie. Drop in and check it out. For more information call Shirley at 613-225-8089. The TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) group meets every Tuesday at the Barrhaven United Church at 3013 Jockvale Rd. Check out our website at www. tops.org. Established in 1948 to champion weightloss support and success. Call Susan at 613-838-5357 or email at macjam20@hotmail.com. We look forward to meeting you. Shout Sister Choir is looking for new members. Practices for Ottawa Centre are Tuesday evenings from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at St. Barnabas Church, 394 Kent St., Ottawa West are on Thursday evenings from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Woodroffe United Church, 207 Woodroffe Ave. More information is available online at www.shoutsisterchoir.ca
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Wednesdays 632 Phoenix Royal Air Cadet Squadron meets every Wednesday evening 6:15
to 9:30 p.m. at St. Joseph school, 6664 Carriere St. Open to youth age 12 to 18. No registration fee to join, however fundraising is required. Visit www.632aircadets.com for more information. Drop-in playgroup for moms with children four years-old and under runs each Wednesday morning from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at East Gate Alliance Church, 550 Codds’ Rd. Come for a casual time of play and circle time. More information is available at www.eastgatealliance.ca. Faith Friends Kids’ Club begins on Wednesday, Sept. 19. This Kids’ Club runs each Wednesday night from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the East Gate Alliance Church, 550 Codd’s Rd. Activities include Bible stories and games. Children ages four to11 years-old are invited to join. More information is available at www.eastgatealliance.ca or by calling 613-744-0682.
Thursdays The Nepean-Kanata Rotary Club meets every Thursday at 6 p.m. at the Holiday Inn & Suites in Kanata, 101 Kanata Ave. For details, visit nepeankanatarotary.com. The Toastmasters Club meets every Thursday at 6:45 p.m. at 4026 Richmond Rd., Bells Corners Legion. For details, visit toastmasters.ca.
Fridays Five-pin bowling league encourages senior citizens over the age of 50 to participate in an activity that provides regular moderate exercise. There is no registration fee. The league is a fun, non-competitive league; experience is not required. Bowling takes place between 1 and 3 p.m. at Walkley Bowling Centre, 2092 Walkley Rd. Participants are placed on mixed four-person teams. To register, please call Roy or Jean Hoban at 613-7316526. Ottawa English Country Dance Club meets from 7:30 to10 p.m. at the Mlacak Centre, 2500 Campeau Dr. The cost is $10 per evening which counts toward the yearly membership of $60. The first evening is free. For details, visit ottawaenglishdance.org or call Brenda at 613-8390055.