Weekend Roundup: Quoi faire?
With sun in the forecast, this weekend looks to be a great one to spend outside. Whether you’re enjoying CityFolk or running the Army Run, now is the time to (finally!) enjoy some summer weather!
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Weekend Roundup: Quoi Faire?
It’s that time again, folks: the Weekend Roundup has arrived. Coming off a short week, we’ve a short list of this weekend’s goings ons for you.
Champions baseball is going to the dogs
This Monday August 7, RCGT Park is literally going to the dogs. The Ottawa Champions are hosting Paws in the Park to welcome baseball fans and their furry best friends to enjoy a holiday day game in the sunshine.
TacoFest is back with a flavourful bang
TacoFest is back for another day of epic taco adventures (hellllo dessert tacos!) at the Shaw Centre this Saturday.
Weekend Roundup: Quoi Faire?
It may be one of the rainiest summers we’ve had in a while, but don’t let that stop you from getting out and enjoying all the activities this weekend! Summer favourites like the light show at Parliament Hill are back, it’s the final weekend of Bluesfest, and Canada Scene has shows aplenty! Enjoy!
Canadian astronomers from across the country are gathering for the annual General Assembly of the Royal Astronomical Society of Canada
The Ottawa Centre of the Royal Astronomical Society of Canada (RASC) is hosting the 2017 General Assembly (GA) from June 30 to July 3. Canadian astronomers from across the country are presenting cutting edge information to their colleagues.
Weekend Roundup: Quoi faire?
This weekend marks Canada’s 150th anniversary since Confederation and there are plenty of events taking place to celebrate the occasion, but if you are looking for something more low key, there are still many a thing to choose from. Here’s a few ideas to get you started.
Canada Day celebrations return to Petrie Island after a two year break
For those looking for a break from the Canada Day madness downtown, why not enjoy a relaxing weekend at Petrie Island as celebrations return after a two year break?
Canada Day in the capital
Alright Ottawa, time to get ready for Canada Day! This year is going to be bigger and better than ever before as we celebrate 150 years since confederation. With so much going on, we decided to share some of our picks for your best bets this long weekend! So don your red and white and go celebrate!
Impact Hub Ottawa opens its new doors to the future of work and social change
Impact Hub Ottawa has moved to a new location at 123 Slater Street and to celebrate, they welcomed the public, notably city and business figures, and “Hubbers.” The room was filled with energy and ideas, welcoming everyone to one of Ottawa’s centers of social and entrepreneurial innovation and collaboration.
613U workshop series is kicking off with The Citizen Journalist by Carleton University prof. Paul Adams—06.27.17 at Impact Hub Ottawa
Carleton University professor Paul Adams will guide aspiring reporters during a free evening workshop on June 27 at Impact Hub Ottawa (123 Slater St).
Small actions, big change during #100in1day
100in1day is a civic engagement festival that involves activating citizens’ ideas and dreams for the city, one initiative at a time, one neighbourhood at a time.
5 free ways to get your run on this summer and beyond
Grab your crosstrainers and join up with one of these five run clubs.
Foodie Friday: Brewery Market is coming to more parks and neighbourhoods
Last year, I had the happy occasion to write about the great work done by The Brewery Market under the heading: The Brewery Market makes drinking in the park socially acceptable. Typically, I spend a disproportionate amount of time on the article’s title, but in this case, it’s accurate. These annual events are truly one […]
Leave the car at home and explore Ottawa with Jane’s Walk
This weekend, keep your eyes out for knowledgeable volunteer tour guides all over the city, participating in the annual civic engagement event, Jane’s Walk. In a capital crisscrossed with tours catering to out-of-towners, this weekend is an opportunity to improve your urban literacy with a focus on local history, planning, design and culture in the hands of our own passionate citizens.
