Past Events

When: Aug. 27, 2016 Where: North Lanark Agricultural Society Fairgrounds, Almonte, Ont. What: Celebrate the Scottish heritage of the Ottawa Valley at the annual North Lanark Highland Games, one of the Ottawa Valley’s premier summer events. The Games feature 20…

When: Saturday, August 27, 2016 from 10am-4pm What: Sales, Samples, Free Mini-Nutritional Consultations, and much more!

Welcome To The North Lanark Highland Games Saturday August 27, 2016 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. N.L.A.S. Fairgrounds, Almonte, Ontario Announcements July 26th, 2016 Heavy Event athletes for the 33rd highland games have now been posted. This year will feature…

September 10, 2016  5-7 p.m. All our creative staff is looking forward to welcome you and tell you more about our Academy. You will also see stage performances in music, dance, play theatrical games with us, enjoy exhibition of paintings…

Auditions! And Open House at OYP Theatre School where we do theatre just like the PROs! September 11, 2016: 1-3pm OYP Theatre School, Shenkman Arts Centre, 245 Centrum Blvd, Orleans, 613-580-2764, www.oypts.ca Classes begin September 19, 2016 and run for…

When: Sept. 15 to 18, 2016 Where: The Great Lawn at Lansdowne Park What: CityFolk is a four-day celebration of music, dance, and community featuring an eclectic mix of musical performances on multiple stages, including the BSOMA KidZone, which offers…

September 17, 2016 5-7pm Carlingwood Retirement Residence. 200 Lockhart Avenue, Ottawa All our creative staff is looking forward to welcome you and tell you more about our Academy. You will also see stage performances in music and dance; you can…

Saturday, September 24th – 10am to 1pm Monday, September 26th – 6pm to 7pm *** Registration fee discount for first 10 families *** Offer your child a deserving start! 2910 Woodroffe (Barrhaven) 3500 Fallowfield (Barrhaven) 4100 Strandherd (Barrhaven) 1455 Woodroffe…

Fall Porch Workshop Be the envy of the neighbourhood—create a handmade personalized doormat and other decorative items that will beautify your home entrance this fall season. Choose from a variety of styles. Supplies provided. Maximum 4 participants per family. All ages welcome. Instructor: Stephanie Browness Sat. noon-4 pm Sep 24 $119 Bar code: 1064476

When: Sept. 30 to Oct. 2, 2016 Where: Ottawa City Hall, 110 Laurier Ave. W. What: If you — or your youngsters — are crazy for mac-and-cheese, don’t miss this fun family event, with 15 vendors serving up gourmet, traditional…

Clay Wheel Ever wonder what it's like to throw on the potter's wheel?  Come alone or grab a friend and spend a fun afternoon learning how to center clay and make a couple of pots! Supplies provided. Instructor: Liz Hoffman Fri. 1-4 pm Sept. 30 $38.50 Bar code: 1062270

When: Oct. 1 to 9, 2016 Where: Carleton University, Nesbitt Biology Building What: The Ottawa Butterfly Show runs daily in the greenhouses of Carleton University’s biology department. Some butterflies love to land on colourful clothing, or just put your hand…

When: Oct. 1 to 16, 2016 Where: Gatineau Park, Que. What: Take in the breathtaking fall colours during three weekends of special family activities taking place at four different locations. The kids can enjoy a taste of farm-fresh products, see…

Inktense Workshop Combine the intensity of ink with the translucence of a wash and traditional coloured pencil for an inktense work of art. Create beautiful paintings with vibrant colour as participants learn to work with the pencils in dry format or with a wet brush. Supplies provided. Instructor: Jan Salmon Sat. 10 am-3 pm Oct. 1 $103.50 Bar code: 1064475  

The Wiggles Wiggle Town Tour! Presented by: Rubin Fogel Productions & Dennis Ruffo Productions Centrepointe Theatre October 05 at 3:00 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. On Sale Friday June 10 at 10 AM Coming off a smash hit Australian tour of…

When: Oct. 5, 3 p.m. & 6:30 p.m. Where: Centrepointe Theatres, 101 Centrepointe Dr. What: Popular children’s entertainment group The Wiggles return to North America this fall to delight families with their incomparable brand of preschool entertainment. Joined on stage…

LOCAL STUDENT ROLES TO PERFORM in “SWAN LAKE” Canada’s Ballet Jörgen to Showcase Young Dancers in Full Production, October 28, Centrepointe Theatre, Ottawa Canada’s Ballet Jörgen is looking for 12-15 student dancers to participate with the Company in their performance of Swan…

Suddenly Mommy Presented by: Centrepointe Theatre Thursday,  October 20, 2016 at 8:00 p.m. Second City alumna Anne Marie Scheffler has a gift for finding the humour in everyday situations. Her journey from showbiz to motherhood is full of hilarious anecdotes every…

Canvas and Cocktails Explore your artistic side with this night out! Learn the very basics of acrylic painting, completing a 16" x 20" canvas while exploring and savouring wines from around the world. Supplies and two glasses of wine included. Professional art instructor and wine sommelier guide you and answer questions. Instructor: Jadzia Romaniec Fri. 6:30-9:30 pm Oct 21 $73.25 Bar code: 1039854

Toopy and Binoo: Fun and Games Presented by: Sunwing.ca | Koba Entertainment Centrepointe Theatre October 22 at 1:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m. The zaniness continues as best friends, Toopy and Binoo, return to the live stage with their hit theatrical…

Ottawa Parent & Child Fall Expo When: Oct. 22 to 23, 2016 Where: Nepean Sportsplex What: Gather the kids and head to the family-friendly Nepean Sportsplex (Entrance 3) for a weekend of family fun and information at the fall Ottawa…

Presented by: Shenkman Arts Centre Presents, MIFO Presents and Le Droit Saturday, October 22, 2016 at 3 pm Following the resounding success of Les billes (Marbles) and Les souliers d’Angélie (Angélie’s Shoes), Tara Luz Danse returns with its new work,…

Ottawa, Ontario, August 2, 2016: Canada’s Ballet Jörgen returns to Ottawa’s Centrepointe Theatre and Shenkman Arts Centre this fall with Bengt Jörgen’s celebrated production of Swan Lake and the uniquely Canadian holiday classic The Nutcracker: A Canadian Tradition. Swan Lake…

Book today and save with our fabulous early bird pricing! Music on a Mission – Family Services Ottawa’s Music Trivia Fundraiser promises to sell-out again quickly! Join us at St. Anthony’s Banquet Hall on Friday, October 28th. This spectacular music…

Clay Handbuilding Always wanted to try working with clay but can’t seem to find the time? Clay workshops offer a different project and technique to choose each week! Supplies provided. Instructor: Colette Beardall Fri. 1-4 pm Oct 28 $38.50 Bar code: 1064478

Christmas Craft Show November 3 to 6, 2016 Nepean Sportsplex 1701 Woodroffe Avenue Find unique one-of-a-kind items at the Christmas Craft Show, featuring over 140 talented artisans, artists and designers and their creations including clothing, jewelry and Christmas decorations. Information: sportsplexchristmascraftshow@ottawa.ca Show Hours Thursday:…

Featuring the NVAC Fall Instructor and students exhibition Friday, November 4 at 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM in EDT   Show Map Nepean Visual Arts Centre 1701 Woodroffe Ave, Nepean, Ontario

When: Nov. 5, 2016 Where: Nepean Centrepointe Library, 101 Centrepointe Dr. What: From traditional tales to fabulous fantasies, this will be a day of storytelling magic for children aged 4-12 and their parents, featuring the very best storytellers from the…

Make Art Here*  Tour & Explore: Open House *oil  + acrylic painting, watercolours,  pottery, life drawing, coloured pencils, mixed media, encaustic and everything  under the sun for adults + kids. When + Where? November 5, 2016 10 am to 3 pm Nepean Visual Arts Centre 1701 Woodroffe Ave. Nepean Sportsplex - Entrance 3 613.580.2424 ext. 46652 While you're here: Take in a pottery demo with potter, Doug Moir or a painting demo with artist, Kerry Stothers or Suzanne Warren Powell Admire the talent from the fall instructor + student exhibition Poke your head into a kids' studio Look around and tour the facility Enjoy some light refreshments Sign up for a class

Advent Calendar Count down to the holidays in style. Custom create a handmade advent calendar the family can fill and reuse year after year. A beautiful addition to any holiday decor! A variety of styles are available to choose from. Supplies provided. Instructor: Steph Browness Sat. noon-4 pm Nov 5 $119 Bar code: 1064474

When: Nov. 8 and 9, 2016 Where: Canadian Museum of Nature, 240 McLeod St., Ottawa What: Nature Scene – a symposium. Discover why getting out into nature matters for you and your family and how you can take action. The…

KinderNACO: WINDerful Musical Zoo Presented by: Shenkman Arts Centre Presents Saturday, November 12, 2016 at 4 pm Featuring ensembles of the NAC Orchestra (KinderNACO). Animals of every stripe come to life in this musical zoo, set to a beautiful soundtrack…

Intro to Abstract Painting  Be introduced to the world of abstract art. Explore the principles and elements of design starting by creating a variety of small sheets of collage paper using tissue, paint and stamps. Finish by creating a 10” x 10” piece you can frame at home. Supplies provided. Instructor: Sue Ukkola Sat. 10 am-4 pm Nov. 12 $122 Bar code: 1063320