Category: Entertainment & Events
“Baskerville: A Sherlock Holmes Mystery” closes out the 2023/24 season for Kanata Theatre
Sherlock Holmes is on the case! Check out Kanata Theatre’s final production of their 2023/2024 season, which is sure to leave you laughing. Enter our draw for two free tickets – details in the article.
The men in blue of Goulbourn Male Chorus will be singing the ‘Blues’ at spring concert
The Chorus will be singing a number of classic jazz and blues songs at their May 12th spring concert, as well as some that are less well known.
Mark your calendars – many exciting May programs offered at the Stittsville Library
This month’s featured artist on the Art Space Wall is local photographer John Edkins. The annual plant swap is being held on May 18 and 19 – swap some of your plants for those at the Library…
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
The Councillor is providing information on the problems and reports of unleashed dogs and aggressive behaviour towards other dogs or people and the action he is addressing to strengthen the rules.
Share the joy of outer space in May with Lucy Hambly
This month will provide a good balance of natural events and manmade missions. From lunar sample missions to the Flower Moon, here are some of May’s most anticipated astronomical phenomena and rocket launches.
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
Councillor Gower fills residents in on a number of upcoming events – some requiring registration, Ottawa Council initiatives and his notes on the new zoning application amendments for 6310 Hazeldean Road.
Exploring the charms of Stittsville
Stittsville offers a delightful blend of small-town charm and modern amenities. From quaint shops to scenic parks, this vibrant community captivates visitors…
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
Another week has quickly passed and Councillor Gower is sharing his weekly update with news and programs that are important for residents. One exciting program is the newly created ‘Stittsville Community Micro-Grant’…
West Ottawa Ladies Chorus celebrates spring and sunshine with ‘Bouquet of Songs’ concert
In their twelfth year, the West Ottawa Ladies Chorus (WOLC), directed by Allison Houston and accompanied by pianist Peter Brown, is presenting their spring concerts on April 26 and 27, 2024, with musical guest Stefania Wheelhouse.
Open House for new Stittsville Youth Centre
This past Wednesday we visited Frederick Banting Alternative High School for the Kiwanis-run Stittsville Youth Centre open house.
What’s happening at the Stittsville Library? Some mid-month updates
If you have not filed your taxes yet, there are still three timeslots available with Revenue Canada Agency personnel to assist you. The Art Space Wall is filled with the beautiful photographs from Sylvie Sabourin…
Easy lifting at ReStores now possible with Ontario Trillium Foundation funding
(At the Iber Road ReStore, staff and volunteers, Habitat Greater Ottawa office staff and Habitat partner families, gather around one of the Work Assisted Vehicle Lifts purchased with the Ontario…
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
We’re planning the third edition of the very successful Welcome to Stittsville Multicultural Festival. This year’s event will be held on June 15 from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at Village Square Park…
The ‘ladies club’ of Wildpine Residence have filled the purses for the ladies at Chrysalis House
Last week, we took the opportunity to visit Wildpine Residence to find out more about a special project the Ladies Club were organizing and some of the Easter preparations the residents were working on.
What’s going on at the Stittsville library? More programs being offered and additional tax clinics
The Library is so important for residents in every community across the region. No-one knows this more so than the Stittsville Library staff. To add to the excitement of the arrival of Spring…