What’s Happening This Week

Posted Oct 25, 2012
By EMC News


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Oct. 26

Relationships Matter - Psychology for Everyday Living will hold a seminar on how to transform attitude, stress levels and personal habits. Join psychotherapist Debra-Lynn Menard for/'50 Shades of Change': Steps Towards Personal Growth and Fulfillment/on Oct. 26 from 7 to 9 p.m. at Saint Paul University Auditorium, 223 Main St. Tickets $20. Visit/www.relationshipsmatter.ca/or call 613-425-4257.

Oct. 27

Attention boomers and seniors - there's more to downsizing than a change of address. Join Ottawa's first ever gathering of service providers specializing in helping you transition to a new lifestyle. Information, resources, exhibits, mini presentations, and door prizes will be on hand. Admission is $6, and children under 12 are free. Partial proceeds will go to The Well-La Source. The event will be held from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Kitchissippi United Church, 630 Island Park Drive. Parking is free.

Nov. 3

Scotland Tonight - An Evening of Celtic Excellence featuring the Sons of Scotland Pipe Band and many guests including the Katharine Robinson School of Dance and the Ar n-Oran Gaelic Choir join the Sons for this wonderful show. The show also welcomes back comedian Johnny 'Bagpipes' Johnston from British Columbia. Tickets are available at the door for $20. The doors open at 6:30 p.m. and the show starts at 7 p.m. at the Bronson Centre at 211 Bronson Ave. Free refreshments are available during intermission. Ticket holders have the chance to win the door prize, an overnight stay for two at the Lord Elgin Hotel. More information is available on the Sons of Scotland Pipe Band website, at www.sospb.com.

Nov. 3-4

You are invited to the Sixth Annual Art Studio Tour and Fundraiser in support of the Ottawa Riverkeeper, to be held on Saturday and Sunday, Nov. 3-4., 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at 195 Woodroffe Ave, Ottawa. A portion of the proceeds from on-site sales and a silent auction will be donated to the Ottawa Riverkeeper,/ an/organization dedicated to protecting, promoting and improving the ecological health of the Ottawa River. Visit www.ottawariverkeeper.ca for more details.

Nov. 16 - Dec. 24

The Salvation Army is seeking volunteer bell ringers for its iconic red Christmas Kettle campaign which begins on Nov. 16 and runs until Dec. 24. Individuals, families and groups including corporations, churches, service clubs and organizations are welcome to take part this Christmas season. Volunteering at a Christmas Kettle can mean as little as two hours and makes a lasting difference in your community. For more information or to sign up as a volunteer please go to www.OttawaKettles.ca/or call Julie at 613-241-1573 ext. 233.

Nov. 17

Visit the popular Holly and Lace Bazaar at First Unitarian Congregation of Ottawa, located at 30 Cleary Ave. The event will feature a silent auction including valuable art, clothes, collectables, a flea market and home-made lunch. Great deals on gently-used clothes, books, and timeless treasures. For more information, visit www.firstunitarianottawa.com.

St. Stephen's Presbyterian Church will be holding/its annual/food bazaar/on Saturday/Nov. 17, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. The event will feature deli and frozen foods, candy, baked goods, gift baskets, a coffee shop and a German food table. St. Stephen's is located at 579 Parkdale Ave, at the corner of Sherwood Drive.

Nov. 18

For Our Heart, a Heart and Stroke Foundation fundraiser, will be held on Sunday November 18 from 3 to 5:30 p.m. at the Dominion Chalmers United Church 355 Cooper St. The afternoon will showcase Ottawa talents with performances including Julie Nesrallah, Dr. Fraser Rubens, Julian Armour and Singers, Suzart Productions, Polaris, Orpheus Choral Group and Canterbury High School. For more information, please contact Micheline Turnau at the Heart and Stroke Foundation by calling 613-265-9335 or emailing mturnau@hsf.on.ca.

Nov. 22

The Salvation Army Hope In The City Breakfast will take place on Nov. 22 from 7:30 to 9:30 a.m. at the Ottawa Convention Centre. Hope In The City is an annual breakfast event that brings together members of the community and celebrates the incredible impact that our volunteers and staff make in our community every day, working with people in need. The Hope In The City Breakfast marks the start of The Salvation Army's Christmas fundraising campaign which raises funds to support critical programs and services in our community. This year's keynote speaker is social commentator and editorialist Rex Murphy. Tickets are $65, table of 10 is $500. To order tickets, call 613-233-8428 ext. 221 or email nadia_ferrante@can.salvationarmy.org.

Nov. 30

The Christmas Hamper Project of Ottawa is appealing to the community for donations of toilet paper, diapers, powdered milk and soup./Because some holiday wish lists are more basic than others, the Christmas Hamper Project of Ottawa is now signing up donors. Adopt a hamper for someone who will be alone during the holidays, or for a family. Contribute as an individual, a family, a department or workplace. For more information see/www.christmashamperproject.com. Adoption deadline is Nov. 30, 2012./

Mondays

Looking to learn conversational Spanish? Improve your Spanish speaking skills with Los Amigos Toastmasters. We meet at Tunney's Pasture Mondays from 4:55 to 6:30 p.m. For more information, contact Carole at 613-761-6537 or visit our website at www.amigos-tm.ca.

Tuesdays

Our painters' circle is a friendly, encouraging group with a wide range of painting experience. Sharing ideas, showing off work, seeking suggestions, it has proven to be a really pleasant experience for painters. All media except oils are welcome. No tuition, so experience is necessary. Tuesday mornings from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Call 613-695-0505 or email clderwent@gmail.com for information.

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.

Wednesdays

Buns in the Oven, a free program for pregnant moms led by a nurse and a parent educator at South Nepean Community Health Centre, 4100 Strandherd Dr., suite 201, runs on Wednesdays from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. in May. For more information or to register, please call Susan 613-288-2825, ext. 2134.

Drop-in playgroup for moms with children four-years-old and under runs each Wednesday morning from 9:30 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 to 8 p.m. at the East Gate Alliance Church, 550 Codd's Rd. Activities include Bible stories and games. Children ages four- to 11- years-old are invited to join. More information is available at www.eastgatealliance.ca or by calling 613-744-0682.

Fridays

Five-pin bowling league is encouraging senior citizens over the age of 50 to participate in an activity that provides regular moderate exercise. Members range from 50 to 90. Registration is free. Friday afternoon between 1 and 3 p.m. at Walkley Bowling Centre, 2092 Walkley Rd. To register, please call Roy or Jean Hoban at 613-731-6526.

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