What's Happening in the Region This Week
Posted Mar 12, 2010 By EMC News
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Tweet ThisRegional events and happenings over the coming weeks - free to non-profit organizations - Fax: 613-599-9389. E-mail skelford@theemc.ca
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ARNPRIOR
March 13. Fourth annual Stew Supper and Card Party organized by Arnprior Chapter of the Order of the Eastern Star at the Masonic Hall, 31 James St. at 5:30 p.m. Open to the public, tickets are available from Shirley Frier 613-726-0969, Betty Jones 613-256-3388 or any member or at the door.
March 17. Glasgow United Church is hosting an Irish Stew Supper on Wednesday March 17 from 4 - 6:30 p.m. Everyone welcome. For information call 613 623-2360. Arnprior
March 17. St. Patrick's Day Luncheon. Join us in the Dining Room at Galilee Centre and enjoy cream of broccoli soup, garden salad, tea biscuits, Irish stew, colcannon (potato, cabbage), and for dessert: carrot cake with cream cheese icing. Call Debbie Fougere at 613-623-4242x21 for seating times and reservations. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. (optional) for those interested.
March 19. "Irish Movie Night" featuring "The Waking of Ned Devine" on Friday, March 19 at 7 p.m. Tickets are available March 1 and include a complimentary Irish Stew at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church Hall, Braeside. Funds going toward the Bell Tower Fundraising Project.
March 20. On the third Saturday of the month, January-May at 4:30 p.m. a Eucharistic Liturgy will be celebrated in a contemplative atmosphere in the De Mazenod Chapel at Galilee Centre. Any offering would be appreciated. For more information, please call Fr. Jack Lau, OMI, at 613-623-4242 x28 or email jlau@galileecentre.com.
March 27. Join us from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. for a Web Cast at Galilee Centre as Fr. Richard explores the themes of Franciscan Mysticism and how we care for Creation. For more information, please call Fr. Jack Lau, OMI, at 613-623-4242 x28 or email jlau@galileecentre.com.
March 27. "1000 Conversations" Galilee Centre will be hosting a gathering to engage community members in a dialogue about the history of Aboriginal Residential Schools, their resulting impacts and the need for healing and reconciliation. This gathering, from 10:00am to 4:30pm, is made possible by Galilee Centre in collaboration with Kateri Native Ministry of Ottawa, as part of the 1000 Conversations campaign. Please contact Galilee Centre at 613-623-4242 x21 for more information about this event, or visit http://1000conversations.ca for information regarding the 1000 Conversations Campaign.
March 27. The EAC (Environmental Action Council) of Arnprior and Galilee Centre invite you to our second annual Marshmallow Roast. In honour of Earth Hour, please turn out your lights and join us at Galilee from 8:30 to 9:30 p.m. for free Marshmallows and Hot Chocolate. Bring Your Own Skewer (or find a stick on the ground when you get here). Call 613-623-4242 x21 for details. For more information about Earth Hour and climate change, please visit: http://www.earthhour.org.
March 27 and 28. The Arnprior & District Quilters Guild is hosting their third Quilt Show on March 27 and 28. Traditional and contemporary quilts, wearable art, vendors, raffle, tea room and door prizes. Held at the Nick Smith Centre, 77 James St. Arnprior. Free parking. Wheelchair access. Saturday from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m. and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information, see our website: www.arnpriordistrictquiltersguild.com.
March 30. Join us in the Dining Room at Galilee Centre for a "March Out Winter" Dinner and enjoy Caesar salad, rolls, stuffed chicken breast with herb roasted vegetables, duchess potatoes, cherry cobbler with ice cream. Call Debbie Fougere at 613-623-4242x21 for seating times and reservations.
April 9. Time and Talent Auction and Spaghetti Supper sponsored by Grace - St. Andrew's United will be held on Friday, April 9 at the CEC, 257 John St. North, Arnprior. Viewing will start at 5 p.m. followed by dinner at 5:30 and the Auction at 7 p.m. Silent Auction 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. Auctioneer will be John O'Neill. Everyone Welcome!!
CARP
March 11, 18, 25. The Huntley Friendship Club is hosting a series of six-hand euchre in the Carp Memorial Hall (3739 Carp Rd.) each Thursday in March at 1 p.m. Prizes and refreshments. Everyone welcome.
March 12 - 14. The Carp Ridge Learning Centre, Families in Nature Program is planning to go Star Gazing on Friday, March 12, Saturday March 13 or Sunday, March 14 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at the Carp Ridge Ecowellness Centre, 2386 Thomas Dolan Parkway, Carp. Please register at forestpreschool@ecowellness.com so we can keep you informed which night is clear enough for us to experience the glorious night sky.
March 13. St. Patrick's Day Celebration at St. Paul's United Church Social Hall 3760 Carp Rd., Carp on Saturday March 13 from 2 - 4:00 p.m. Music by Barry Martin, Country Connections.
March 13. Carp Ridge EcoWellness Centre Monthly Open House and Free Talk Saturday, March 13, 1-3 p.m. with Katherine Willow, ND. Tour our Healing House and see how our hosts provide holistic residential health care. 2386 Thomas Dolan Parkway (at Carp Rd.) 613-839-1198. www.ecowellness.com.
March 15. Clown Workshop. Have you always wanted to be a clown? Actors from Ottawa's A Company of Fools theatre group will help you get started. Red noses provided! Ages 6-8. Monday, March 15, 10:30 a.m. (1 hr.) at the Carp Public Library. Register online at www.BiblioOttawaLibrary.ca.
March 16. Cut and Paste. Discover the art of collage. Ages 6-12. Tuesday, March 16, 1:30 p.m. (1 hr.) at the Carp Public Library. Register online at www.BiblioOttawaLibrary.ca.
March 17. Create-a-Currency. Join us to learn how money is designed and printed at the Bank of Canada, and get a chance to design and print your own currency. Ages 6-12. Wednesday, March 17, 10:30 a.m. (60 min.) at the Carp Public Library. Register online at www.BiblioOttawaLibrary.ca.
March 18. Music Box Memories. Drop in for musical stories and fun for the whole family. No registration required. All ages. Thursday, March 18, 10:15 a.m. (30 min.) at the Carp Public Library. Register online at www.BiblioOttawaLibrary.ca.
March 19. Once Upon a Puppet. Experience the magic of puppetry. Ages 3-7. Registration. Friday, March 19, 1:30 p.m. (30 min.) at the Carp Public Library. Register online at www.BiblioOttawaLibrary.ca.
March 20 and April 17. Carp Agricultural Society present four-hand, eight games euchre tournaments on the third Saturday of each month, starting at 1 p.m. The registration deadline is 12:30 p.m. the day of the tournament at the Carp Agricultural Society (3790 Carp Rd., Carp Fairgrounds). For more information call 613-839-2172 or email info@carpfair.ca.
April 10. Monthly Open House at Carp Ridge Natural Health Clinic (2386 Thomas Dolan Parkway) Carp. 613-839-1198. Saturday, April 10 between 1 and 3 p.m. - Cleansing with Katherine Willow ND.
Friends of the Carp Library. We are looking for volunteers to help in the book corner, books for children and teens, and non fiction for all ages. Drop by the library at 3911 Carp Rd. We have books and videos for all ages priced $2 and under. We have rare and collectible titles for sale.
CONSTANCE BAY
MARCH BREAK FUN. For kids six to 11 years old from 1 to 4 p.m. Monday, Wednesday, Thursday at the Constance Bay Community Centre. Pre-Registration needed for planning purposes. For more information and to register, e-mail bates1244@hotmail.com or call Dianne at 613-513-7286.
Monday (March 15). Movies - on the big screen, includes popcorn and make-your-own snacks like fruit and candy kabobs. When you register, vote for your movie choice (Aliens in the Attic, UP, Open Season 2). Wednesday (March 17). St. Patrick's Day - Games, games, games some you know, some new like pool noodle, marble launch, chopstick pass, and walking on air. Come dressed "AS GREEN AS YOU CAN". Awesome prizes for best costumes. Also a "Green Scavenger Hunt". Thursday (March 18). Wii on the big screen "Rock Band" and "Mario Cart" six people at a time!! Great prizes, like an EB games gift card. We will also have lots of crafts to do.
March 17. Celebrate St. Patrick's Day at the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 616 in Constance Bay. Beginning at 4 p.m., Irish stew, Irish tunes, live entertainment in the members lounge at 7 p.m. featuring "Billy Wilson." Bingo as usual in the hall beginning at 7:15 p.m. Everyone welcome!
March 20. Royal Canadian Legion Branch 616 West Carleton, annual Ladies Open Dart Tournament. All ladies 19 years of age and over welcome. Register at 11:30 a.m., play at noon. For more info, call Harriet at 613-832-1789.
March 20. Annual Ladies Open Dart Tournament, Royal Canadian Legion Branch 616 in Constance Bay. Register at 11:30 a.m., play at noon. For more info call Harriet at 613-832-1789.
Royal Canadian Legion Branch 616. Every Monday - men's darts, 7 p.m. Every Tuesday - ladies darts, 7 p.m. Every Wednesday - Bingo, 7:15 p.m., kitchen open 5:15 p.m. Every Thursday - carpet bowling, 1 p.m. mixed darts, 7 p.m. youth darts 7 p.m. Every Friday - TGIF dinner, 5:30 p.m., occasional entertainment. Friday nights during summer - horseshoes 7 p.m. All dart leagues run from September to April.
Sandhill Seniors monthly meeting is the first Wednesday of the month at the West Carleton Branch of the Royal Canadian Legion, 377 Allbirch Road, Constance Bay. Carpet Bowling every Thursday at 1 p.m. at the Legion in Constance Bay. Call Frances Gentile at 832-1588 for more info on these events.
DUNROBIN
March 16. "The Rise & Fall of the Monk Rural Telephone" Guest Speaker - "George Kennedy" at Torbolton Township Historical Society Annual General Meeting on Tuesday, March 16, 2010 - 7:30 pm. St. Paul's Anglican Church Hall, Dunrobin 1118 Thomas A. Dolan Parkway. Everyone Welcome
March 22, April 19. West Carleton Country Knitters - Knitting and crocheting for local charities. Every other Monday at 1 p.m. in the Dunrobin/Carp area. New members are welcome, no experience required. Donations of good made at home or yarn in good condition are welcomed. Phone Marg at 613-831-2542 or Paula at 613-832-2611 for more information. Visit www.sites.google.com/site/wccknitters.
DWYER HILL
March 21. The annual St. Patrick's Supper at St. Clare Parish (4011 Dwyer Hill Rd.) will be held from 4 to 6:30 p.m. on Sunday, March 21. The meal is homemade and there will be a quilt raffle. For information and directions, contact Shirley O'Connor at 613-838-2704.
FITZROY
March 13. The Parish of St. Michael's, Fitzroy Harbour, will be holding its annual St. Patrick's Dance at the Fitzroy Harbour Community Centre on Saturday, March 13, from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. Entertainment provided by The Ryan Bros. with special guest, Dennis Harrington. Refreshments and door prizes. For tickets and info contact 613-622-0000 or 613-623-2338. Admittance by age of majority card only.
March 16. An Irish Stew Dinner will be held at St. George's Anglican Church in Fitzroy Harbour from 4:30 to 7 p.m. Come and enjoy good company and good food: beef stew, Irish soda bread, salads and a variety of desserts. Admission is a free will offering.
The Fitzroy Harbour Seniors Club meets the second Tuesday of every month from Sept. to June at 12:30 p.m.. Come out and join us for a meeting and potluck. We also have carpet bowling on Mondays and Fridays, and shuffleboard on Wednesdays at 1 p.m. All of these activities take place at the Fitzroy Community Centre, 100 Clifford Campbell Dr. For more info call 613-623-4170.
KANATA
March 13. Euchre, sponsored by the Kanata-Hazeldean Lions Club at the Lion Dick Brulé Community Centre (170 Castlefrank Rd.) Starts at 7:30 p.m. Cash prizes, light lunch, bar services. All welcome. For more information, call 613-836-2657.
March 19. Celebrate Spring in a country way with the Ladies' Auxiliary's March evening of dinner and dance at the Royal Canadian Legion Branch #638 - Kanata, 70 Hines Rd., off of Solandt Rd., off of March Rd. Reception 6 p.m. Dinner 6:30 p.m. Enjoy an "At Home Country Meal" - Ham, Scalloped Potatoes, Dessert, Tea & Coffee. Dance to live country music entertainment. Spot Dance prizes and Door prizes! Reserve by getting your name on the sign-up sheet (in the lounge) either by dropping in at the branch or call 613-591-5570. Everyone is welcome to wear their country hat or Stetson!
March 22. Kanata North Ward Council, from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m., Program Room, Kanata Senior's Centre.
March 22 to April 26. Speechcraft Workshop by Toastmasters: Learn the key concepts of public speaking in five sessions. On Mondays from 5:15 to 6:15 p.m. March 22 to April 26 at Mitel, 350 Legget Dr., Kanata. For more information, email: info@hitechtoastmasters.org or visit website: http://hitechtoastmasters.org.
March 22. Kanata North ward council meeting, from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m., in the Program Room of the Kanata Seniors Centre, Mlacak Centre.
March 26. Deadline for applying for Community Environmental Initiatives Grant.
March 27. Beaverbrook Girl Guide Tea & Craft Sale, Sat. March 27, 1-4pm. Kanata United Church, 33 Leacock Dr. Sparks, Brownies, Guides, Pathfinders, & Rangers all participating - Face painting, games, crafts, baked goods & Tea room for your enjoyment.
Until March 28. The Kanata Civic Art Gallery presents its new show themed "Welcome" until March 28. Gallery hours: Wednesday to Friday 1 to 8 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. and Sunday 1 to 5 p.m. Admission is free. At the Mlacak Centre (2500 Campeau Dr.) 613-580-2424, ext. 33341 or www.kanatagallery.ca.
March 31. Deadline for applying for Community Environmental Initiatives Grant.
Friday nights until the end of March. English Country dancing. Mlacak Centre, 7:30 to 10 p.m. Beginner classes offered until the end of March. No partner required, wear comfortable clothes and shoes. For more information, call Mary at 613-839-1637.
April 24. "Together We Can Make a Difference" is this year's theme for the Ladies' Auxiliary's 15th annual fundraiser gala of the Royal Canadian Legion Branch #638 - Kanata. Everyone is invited to support the Ladies' Auxiliary to raise funds to replace the legion's roof. Registration and auction viewing at 4 p.m., cocktails at 5 p.m., elegant buffet and auction at 5:30 p.m. Entertainment by Dominic D'Arcy at 8:30 p.m. Dress is semi-formal, business attire. To reserve seats call Betty Ann at 613-836-2530.
The Kanata Seniors Council is in need of a computer instructor to volunteer on Thursday afternoons from 1 to 3 p.m. The Council is also looking for volunteers to make sandwiches on Thursday and Friday mornings from 8:30 a.m. to noon. For more information on these volunteer positions please contact the Kanata Seniors Council at 613-254-7164 or council@kanataseniors.ca.
Kanata Sailing Club, on the shore of Lac Deschenes ( Ottawa River). Use the KSC clubhouse and dinghy class sailboats, learn to sail, races every Tuesday or go for a swim. Our club invites you to get back to nature by enjoying the exhilarating sport of sailing in a friendly, casual atmosphere right on the water. Training starts May 10. See www.kanatasailingclub.com for more information.
The Kanata Chess Club meets every Wednesday at 7 p.m. at St. Martin de Porres School, 20 McKitrick Dr., Hazeldean. Players of all ages and playing abilities are welcome. Contact Jenny Belousov at 613-831-5041.
When a child dies: The Compassionate Friends is a self-help group of bereaved parents offering support and understanding. Meetings third Tuesday of each month, 7-9 p.m. Trinity Presbyterian Church, 110 McCurdy Dr. Kanata for more into 613-692-4521.
MENTOR NEWCOMERS. Are you interested in mentoring an internationally educated professional newcomer to Canada seeking employment in their field? Volunteer as Career Mentor with the Ottawa Community Immigrant Services Organization and make a difference in your community and in a new Canadian's life. Contact OCISO by March 1 to attend the next mentor orientation. Call 613-725-5671 x 297 or e-mail gyessengali@ociso.org.
PAKENHAM
March 26. The Pakenham Curling Club (172 Jessie St.) is having euchre on March 26 at 7:30 p.m. Everyone is welcome, there will be light lunch and prizes. Admission at the door. For information contact Brenda at 613-256-4418.
March 27 and 28. Eighth annual Maple Run Studio Tour from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. each day. Indulge in sweet maple products and meet local craftspeople and fine artists in the historic village of Pakenham and surrounding area. Full details at www.maplerun.on.ca or phone 613-624-5932.
RICHMOND
March 13. St. Paul's United Church, Richmond will be hosting their second annual St. Patrick's Celebration with an Irish Stew Dinner followed by a live/silent auction to be held on Sat., March 13 at 6 p.m.
March 13. Richmond Legion St Patrick's Day dinner 6 dance. Beef stew and entertainment by the Rivermen. Call Mavis Lewis at 613-838-2749 for tickets.
Until March 23. Lenten Study at St. John's Anglican Church, Richmond. Tuesday Evenings 7 to 9 p.m., Feb. 23 to March 23. "Divine, Son of God, God, God from God, Lord, Liberator Redeemer & Saviour of the World." Learn how St. Paul (Apostle to the Gentiles) challenged the Roman Empire by applying these Imperial Roman terms for Caesar to Jesus! Study facilitator Ray Wells. If you're interested in attending please phone 613-838-9643 (free-will offering).
March 23. Open House at Richmond Cooperative Nursery School on Tuesday, March 23 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. As spring approaches, another exciting school year is just around the corner! Our programs offer songs, stories, arts and crafts, imaginative play, social skills development, and kindergarten readiness in a caring and fun-filled environment. Call us at 613-838-2575 or visit our website at www.rcns.ca for more information. Registration for our summer and fall programs begins on March 22. Share in the joy of learning!
Until March 29. Richmond Agricultural Society 4-Hand Euchre Series, Richmond Curling Club (upstairs hall), to be held every Monday from Jan. 4 to March 29 at 7:30 p.m. Prizes and refreshments. For more information call 613 838-3420.
April 17. Spring Fling Vendor and Craft Fair on April 17 from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. at St. John's Church Hall (67 Fowler St.). Vendors and crafts persons of all kinds (over 20 tables), all in time for Mother's Day! If you wish to book a table, there are still a few tables left. Contact Bonnie at 613-838-4459 or bburton202@rogers.com.
Join the Richmond Walking Group every Tuesday and Thursday 11 a.m. to noon upstairs at the Richmond Memorial Community Centre. For more information call Janice at 613-580-6744 ext. 15251. All ages are welcome!
STITTSVILLE
March 16. The next meeting of the Stittsville Goulbourn Horticultural Society will be Tuesday March 16 at 7:30 p.m. at the Community Center, 2 Pretty St. Stittsville. Our featured speaker will be Peter Jago. His presentation will be The Gesneriad Family of Plants. Everyone is welcome.
Until May 1. The Ottawa West Arts Association (www.owaa.ca) is pleased to present "Spring to Mind". Spring has arrived in all its colours at the owaa gallery! Goulbourn Recreation Complex 1500 Shea Road, Stittsville. Monday to Friday 6:30 am - 10 pm Saturday and Sunday 7 am - 9 pm.
The Friendship Club Happenings: At the Stittsville District Community Centre (arena). Bridge - Friday at 1 p.m.Contact Lorraine at 613-599-3297. Carpet bowling Wednesday 1 p.m. contact Beryl 613-836-5112. At the Pretty Street Community Centre. Exercise - Monday 1 p.m. contact Helen at 613-836-6766. Bridge - Friday 1 p.m. contact Lilliane at 613-831-2150. Euchre- - Friday 7 p.m. contact Heather at 613-838-2743. The Club is looking for a line dance instructor if you have experience and would be interested please contact Rosemary at 613-836-6354 for details.
Join the indoor Stittsville Walking Group every Monday 1:30-2:30 p.m. upstairs at the Stittsville Community Centre. For more information call Janice at 613-580-6744 ext. 15251. All ages are welcome!
The Goulbourn Lawn Bowling Club is looking for new members for 2010. Bowling is on Monday, Wednesday and Friday mornings from 9 to 11:30 a.m. with refreshments and fellowship and coffee available after. Lawn bowling is good exercise at a very reasonable price. For further info contact George Burns-Nichol at 613 831-0939 or email gjbn@rogers.com.
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