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Weekend Roundup: Quoi faire?

This Sunday marks the first day of fall, but this weather has us hanging onto those summer vibes. We’ve got a real mix of events this weekend, ranging from art and food festivals to road races to Oktoberfest celebrations!

Weekend Roundup: Quoi faire?

After what was, for most, a short week, we have arrived at yet another beautiful summer weekend in this great city. With so much going on, you’ll want to read through and plan ahead to make the most of your precious weekend time. As we all know, it is never quite long enough.

Weekend Roundup: Quoi faire?

Welcome to the first long weekend of the summer! As the Tulip Festival rages on, and the weather continues to keep us guessing, the city is slowing down for the long weekend, with fewer special events than normal, so we can all enjoy the holiday and take it easy. If you are staying in town, […]

Weekend Roundup: Quoi faire?

It’s hard to believe that this weekend marks the beginning of March! With warm temperatures and plenty to do, it’s time to celebrate its arrival and get out on the town.

Capital History: George Stirling’s (OG) Dominion Brewery

Scottish-born George Stirling (1819–1880) owned Ottawa’s (first) Dominion Brewery and was a pillar of local society. And that’s just about all I know about the man–very few personal details could be found. Regarding his brewery, it had three major things going for it: location, location, location!

Review: Pairing Beer and Cheese at Dominion City

Tables set with candles and white cloth napkins signalled something special was going on at Dominion City’s tap room when I walked in last Thursday for their Pairing Beer and Cheese event, part of the brewery’s ongoing Beer School series.

Weekend Roundup: Quoi faire?

It’s *technically* the second weekend of Winterlude, but after a rollercoaster week of weather, the Rideau Canal still hasn’t opened and ice carvings are starting to melt (despite the best efforts of NCC staff!). That said, there are still some great Winterlude-esque activities to enjoy this weekend, plus a number of other great Ottawa events.

Weekend Roundup: Quoi faire?

Soccer or holiday markets — that’s the offering this weekend in Ottawa, folks! Ok maybe there are a few other things on the go… read on for all the details and let us know what you’re getting up to in the comments!