Another weekend, another weather rollercoaster for us here in the 613, friends. So whether it snows, slushes, freezes or shines, there are lots of activities both indoors and outdoors to keep you occupied for the last weekend of the month. The opening of the Rideau Canal still tends to be day-to-day, so stay up to the minute with canal openings and closures on the NCC website.
All Weekend
Orion Theatre presents Jesus Christ Superstar from Feb. 23 to March 3 at St. Paul’s United Church in Perth. Tickets are $35 for adults and $20 for kids under 12. The classic musical features talented performers and musicians from around the Ottawa Valley, with evening shows at 7pm and a matinee on Sunday at 4pm.
Do you like whisky? Do you have a reliable designated driver? Then might I suggest a little roadie out to Hammond Golf Course for Whisky Wonderland 2024. Full-day tickets are still available, beginning at $115. The event promises over 30 vendors, tastings, whisky masterclasses, a cigar lounge, live music, gourmet food, and special live events to grow your knowledge and appreciation of whisky. Get tickets online, and enjoy!
This weekend is your final chance to catch The Waltz at the Great Canadian Theatre Company. Written by Marie Beath Badian and directed by Nina Lee Aquino, The Waltz encompasses a single moment in time when two teenagers fall in love. Set in 1993, the show brings the audience back to what it’s like to fall in love for the very first time. The age-old question here lies underneath the play’s script—is love at first sight a true phenomenon, or an over-exaggerated cliché created by hopeless romantics? Read our review of the show here.
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Thursday
The Alta Vista branch of the Ottawa Public Library is hosting a free Sub-Zero Stitch Up every other Thursday this winter at 7pm, including tonight. It’s open to adults of all levels of interest and ability. Bring your knitting, crochet, hand-stitching, colouring, drawing or other non-messy project to work on with like-minded crafty folks. Don’t have a project? No problem! They’ll have some crafting options and supplies on hand. Having fun isn’t hard when you’ve got a library card, after all!
Take in a bit of history at Beechwood Cemetery National Historic Site for Ottawa the Great—A Historical Love Letter to Our City. Starting at 7pm, the event looks to celebrate the history and heritage of our city while sharing interesting tales and moments. Local historians Christine Landry Matamoros and David C. Martin will share interesting stories about Ottawa’s past, with live music throughout the evening. It is free to attend, and there will be light refreshments!
Friday
Discover beautiful Pinhey’s Point Historic Site on a guided evening snowshoe tour of the museum grounds. Learn about the Pinhey family and winters in March Township as well as the natural and built history of this 88-acre park located alongside the Ottawa River. Snowshoes are provided for the tour, which lasts about an hour, taking off at 7pm. The tour is for all fitness levels, and promises a relaxed pace. If you’ve never been to Pinhey’s Point before, this is a lovely way to take in the landscape and incredible views. Register online in advance, for $15.32 per person.
At Arts Court, check out Troupes, Groups and Garters, featuring burlesque and aerial arts! There are several award-winning performers on the bill, with the headlining duo, Kozmic Joy, performing their Burlesque Hall of Fame Small Group-winning act about queer love where one of them performs on roller skates. They also have two members of Boylesque TO’s troupe joining the cast along with a lineup of beloved local talent.
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Friday night at Queen St. Fare, Brazilian singer, composer, multi-instrumentalist, and activist Bia Ferreira plays a special Black History Month show. She combines funky beats, reggae, and soulful ballad grooves while lyrically pushing her listeners toward the discomfort that generates “movemente,” or action. She’ll be joined by guest musician Rommel and MC Sarah Onyango. Doors 8pm, show 8:30pm, tickets $15 advance $20 at the door.
Saturday
613flea returns to Aberdeen Pavilion at Lansdowne Park on Saturday from 10am until 4pm. Featuring 150 local makers and vendors, the marketplace is free to attend. This edition includes fresh sticky buns and sunshine lemony squares from Yummy Cookies, hip vintage décor from top Montreal vendor Sofia Design, and Eldorado Trading Company with a fantastic collection of hard-to-find vintage Tragically Hip T-shirts.
The Ottawa 67s are home this weekend, both Friday night and Saturday afternoon. Take in an afternoon game on Saturday as the 67s take on the league-leading London Knights at 3pm. Tickets are still available, and this promises to be an action-packed game, as the boys in red and black continue to fight for a playoff berth.
Canadian rock band The Trews are back and will be playing their platinum-selling debut album House of Ill Fame in its entirety in one night at Meridian Theatre at Centrepointe. There’ll also be a few other hits and fan favourites from their catalogue of music to complete a fun-filled show. There are still some tickets available, beginning at $41.50 online. The show starts at 8pm.
Sunday
It’s hard to believe that gardening season is right around the corner, but this weekend you can start to get ready for it with a free seminar at Robert Plante Greenhouses. Join them at 11am or 1pm on Sunday for Gardening Like a Pro, to learn from an expert about all the different areas of gardening. Learn the basics of growing from seeds, creating the right soil for your garden, which tools and equipment you need, and how to care for your plants as they grow. The seminar is an hour long, with an opportunity to ask questions afterwards. Register online to save your spot.
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