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OSCA's Virtual Winter Craft Show
Since we can't hold our annual Craft Show here at the Firehall this year, we're hosting it online! You can safely browse our artists below, and find unique and festive gifts for the whole family. Stay festive, safe, and local this holiday season. Make your purchase directly from the artist by clicking on their website/Facebook page/instagram link below.Wednesday, 02 December 2020 12:42 -
Winter 2021 Session Learning in Retirement
Registration for the next session of Learning in Retirement begins Tuesday, December 8, 2020 at 10 a.m. Topics and lecturers have been chosen to provide entertainment, context, education – and a good dose of welcome distraction. Monday, 30 November 2020 11:48Tags: learn carleton university -
E-Scooter Survey
The City of Ottawa is seeking public feedback on the Electric Kick Scooter Pilot, following its first season. Saturday, 28 November 2020 09:37 -
#RingTheBell and Save Our Firehall!
On Tuesday, November 24th, an email was sent out to residents of Old Ottawa South, marking the official launch of the fundraising campaign to Save Our Firehall. We are very excited about how many people have already responded to our plea to Ring the Bell and Save Our Firehall and we hope we can keep the momentum going! Thursday, 26 November 2020 08:19Tags: osca fundraiser -
It's HERE! The Countdown to Christmas Calendar is finally here!
Make this December extra special with a gift to celebrate the season of giving. Each day your child will be greeted with a new surprise. Some activities will make the perfect gift and others will encourage family time. Thursday, 26 November 2020 07:01
Featured Events
Floral Wreath or Urn-insert Workshop
The Ottawa South Garden Club presents Amber Teide of Riverwood Gardens returning with a Zoom presentation on the history of Christmas and seasonal decorating, followed by an interactive virtual workshop on making a floral wreath or urn insert for the season. Fresh material for the workshop will be available on the previous day at the Firehall. Please register with the Firehall by December 3rd confirming your choice of wreath or urn insert. Fee is $30.
Community Events
Seniors Fitness Classes with OPL
Join the Ottawa Public Library's online seniors fitness classes and exercise from the comfort of your home! Every Friday morning at 10am from September 11th through December 18th. Register on the OPL website here.
Worried about Winter Walking - Join the Snow Mole Patrol
Join the Pedestrian Safety and Walkability Sub-Committee of the Council on Aging to celebrate the launch of the Snow Mole Report 2020 – Winter Walking in Ottawa; hear recommendations for improving winter walkability, dealing with snow and ice, and tips on safe winter walking; learn how volunteer Snow Moles reported on winter walking conditions in their neighbourhoods and how to be involved in the 2021 Snow Mole Campaign; and listen to a presentation from the City of Ottawa staff about their plans for safe winter walking. Register in advance.
Holiday Food Drive
The 17th Southminster Ottawa Scouts are collecting monetary and non-perishable food donations for the Ottawa Food Bank again this year. Drop by the patio of Patty's Pub from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, December 5, 2020 to make your donation! Monetary donations are also gratefully accepted on the 17th Southminster Ottawa Scout Group campaign page thru December 13, 2020.
Frosty's Christmas Cookie & Hot Chocolate Sale
Facemasks required. Enter at the Cameron Avenue door.
