To the Vineberg family it was simply "The Store". Founded in 1909 by Joseph Larocque, Robert Vineberg's grandfather purchased the iconic department store in 1927. Later Robert's father and uncle managed the business. Robert Vineberg grew up imagining that he and his brother would one day take over running "The Store" — but that was not to […]
One Hundred Years of Overbrook Memories We are pleased to invite guests, in collaboration with the Overbrook Community Association, to mark the centennial of the incorporation of Overbrook as a Police Village in 1922. Please join us as we share memories of this historic community nestled between Eastview and Hurdman's Bridge on the banks of […]
Discover your inner balance with Spring Yoga with Leah B! Yoga will be happening inside of Watson's Mill on Wednesdays from 9:30am to 10:30am throughout May: Session 1: May 4th Session 2: May 11th Session 3: May 18th Session 4: May 25th Drop-in sessions are $25 OR all 4 classes for the month of May […]
Discover your inner balance with Spring Yoga with Leah B! Yoga will be happening inside of Watson's Mill on Wednesdays from 9:30am to 10:30am throughout May: Session 1: May 4th Session 2: May 11th Session 3: May 18th Session 4: May 25th Drop-in sessions are $25 OR all 4 classes for the month of May […]
Starting on Thursday, May 12, The Bank of Canada Museum is opening their doors every Thursday to Monday from 10:00 to 17:00 (ET).
Meet the Dutch war Brides. Presented by Canadian Heritage, and created by Artist Bev Tosh, this contactless, strolling display offers a glimpse into the lives of these women, who gave up everything for love! Experience this unique display in Commissioners Park at Dow’s Lake daily from May 13 – 23, 2022.
Ghosts of the Glebe is an extension of a project in 2019, A Neighbourhood Sacrifice. It was started by Glebe resident David O’Malley, who partnered with the Canadian Tulip Festival to bring it to life. A Neighbourhood Sacrifice allowed us to meet the faces that fought in the Liberation of the Netherlands. Young men who […]
The presentation will discuss one’s genealogy objectives and the benefits of building a family tree online, or on a personal computer (PC). Web sites and PC genealogy programs will be reviewed, both for standalone or synchronized use. Autosomal DNA testing is very useful to extend your family tree or confirm branches where limited source information […]
An old diary that begins in 1862, is passed down through three generations and sparks a scavenger hunt. Who wrote the diary and why was it a cherished family heirloom? How do you read the handwriting? Without living family members or any context, how do you tackle such a project? This talk will show how […]
Discover your inner balance with Spring Yoga with Leah B! Yoga will be happening inside of Watson's Mill on Wednesdays from 9:30am to 10:30am throughout May: Session 1: May 4th Session 2: May 11th Session 3: May 18th Session 4: May 25th Drop-in sessions are $25 OR all 4 classes for the month of May […]
An amazing weekend of celebration of the Platinum Jubilee of Her Majesty The Queen with pipes, drums, dance and song - a grand corgi walk, massive highland dance presentations, and National Tartan Day celebrations are only part of this fantastic free street party for everyone! Come along for your chance to complete a card of […]
Celebrate the Platinum Jubilee May 21st Seatings at 11:30 a.m., 12:30 p.m., 1:30 p.m. This Victoria Day long weekend, join the North Lanark Historical Society at the North Lanark Regional Museum in Appleton as they celebrate Queen Elizabeth's Platinum Jubilee with a Queen's Royal Tea! They'll be serving up hot tea, finger sandwiches, sweet treats, […]
Discover your inner balance with Spring Yoga with Leah B! Yoga will be happening inside of Watson's Mill on Wednesdays from 9:30am to 10:30am throughout May: Session 1: May 4th Session 2: May 11th Session 3: May 18th Session 4: May 25th Drop-in sessions are $25 OR all 4 classes for the month of May […]
This summer's special exhibition at the Bytown Museum explores the vast collection of unique and eclectic works of art held within the museum's vault. Join Grant Vogl for a sneak preview of the intriguing stories. Hosted by the Historical Society of Ottawa.
The Kitigan Zibi Traditional Pow Wow has been an ongoing time of celebration, healing and spiritual growth. Kitigan Zibi Anishinabeg welcomes you to the unceded lands of the Algonquin Anishinabeg. The Kitigan Zibi Traditional Pow Wow brings together many First Nation people from across Turtle Island. It is the one place that you will truly […]
Twenty years ago, the Doors Open concept became a reality when the very first Ottawa event welcomed nearly 80 building participants and 35,000 visitors. Since then, the event continues to expand and evolve with the everchanging times, and this year is no different. Buildings will have the option to participate virtually, in-person, or a hybrid […]