February 11, 2011 Vol. 39* cvn No. 2

Serving the Glebe community since 1973 Issue no. 423 FREE PHOTO: SOO HUM Brilliant days to come Having repeatedly read complaints about the month of February being dark But remember that appearances can be deceiving. Should you venture out and dreary, I feel it is incumbent upon a February-phile to advocate on its be- onto the Rideau Canal for a walk on the packed snow flanking the skateway, half. Contrary to such laments, the second month of the year need not be seen or lace up your skates for a gliding adventure, you will notice that the surface as 28 days worthy only of hibernation. During its short reign, there is energy of the ice can be less than smooth. Although canal ice is monitored for safety, to be drawn from the stretching of daylight’s arms, encouraging us to stay and its quality maintained by a night crew of the National Capital Commission and play outside longer. A crunchy walk in the snow after a winter storm has that sweeps and floods the ice to create the best conditions possible, heavy subsided reveals a panorama of curvilinear snow sculptures, all delighting the usage, weather, and particularly snow do take their toll. In some areas, fissures eye. A tour of the neighbourhood’s side streets yields surprise mini-concerts in and grooves hidden from view can catch an edge and cause you to stumble over-wintering bushes as tiny flocks of birds sing a stanza or two in syncopated and tumble. As a result, even the most confident and resilient among us will rhythm and then fly off to their next gig. It’s the promise of warmth and light be happy to know that some 50 fit, young adults skating in teams of two and that inspires us to move, and movement is life. So, some brilliant, sunny day trained in first aid, CPR and use of a defibrillator serve as a vigilant skate pa- in February, take yourself for a walking tour, a ski, a skate, or for the intrepid, trol. It’s just one small example of the way we can organize in our society to a cycle around the Glebe and the canal, to appreciate the masterpieces that support and take care of each other. JHC nature creates.

Mark your calendars WHAT’S INSIDE February Black History month Abbotsford ...... 8 GNAG ...... 13 February 4-21 Winterlude www.canadascapital.gc.ca Art ...... 23 Glebe History . . . . . 12 February 15 City’s public consultation meeting on infill housing in Capital Ward, 7:15 p.m. St. Matthew’s Church (see page 5) Books . . . . .34-35 Grapevine ...... 38-39 February 18-25 Kindness Week Business ...... 16-17 Letters ...... 5 February 21 Family Day February 22 Heritage Day Councillor’s Report 10 Music ...... 24 February 26 Pre-budget consultation, 1-3 p.m. Old Ottawa South Community Centre (see page 26) Editorial . . . . . 4 Religion . . . . . 37 February 22 GCA meeting, 7:30 p.m., GCC Film ...... 25 Schools ...... 27-30 March 1, 3 GNAG online registration begins, www.gnag.ca Tues., March 1, 9 p.m. – Dance and Preschool Thurs., March 3, 9 p.m. – all other programs GCA ...... 14 Sports ...... 31 (see page 13) MARCH 11 ISSUE March 14-18 March Break EDITORIAL DEADLINE: FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 18 ADVERTISING DEADLINE: WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 23 2 Glebe Report February 11, 2011 TASTE IN THE GLEBE HEALTH Glebe Report February 11, 2011 3 Sleeping Beauty’s secret Family-to-family NAMI for health program makes the difference BY ALFONSO ABIZAID BY MADELEINE G. BERTRAND Perhaps Walt Disney had it right. In the movie Sleeping Beauty, beautiful When I look back 15 years ago to that moment that struck like a lightning Princess Aurora is cursed and falls asleep for decades until a prince comes bolt, leaving me feeling as if my life had been shattered, I could not help but along and, with a kiss, breaks the curse, awakening her and her kingdom. Most ask myself: how could I not have known? But there was no forewarning of the of us are familiar with this animated movie remake of the Charles Perrault terrible news I was about to receive. The phone call came not in the dead of classic fairytale; fewer notice that the sleeping curse has maintained Aurora night, but in the middle of the afternoon of an otherwise normal day. “Your son and her kingdom in a youthful state despite the passage of time. Could there is severely ill and in the hospital. Your son has schizophrenia.” be any truth behind this? Can sleep help us stay healthier and therefore prevent As soon as those words were uttered, I was involuntarily thrust into the com- aging? munity of families with a mentally ill relative. I had no real knowledge or Recent laboratory studies seem to suggest so. For decades, we have watched understanding of mental illness. I felt lost, overwhelmed and bewildered as if I the rates of obesity grow worldwide to a point where being overweight and had suddenly been dropped into a foreign land with no clue as to the language obese is more common than being malnourished, a first in the history of hu- and no compass for directions. I had completely lost my bearings and for a manity. We no longer die from wounds or bacterial infections, nor during while, for quite a while, wondered how I could go on. childbirth, at the rates we used to 100 years ago. Instead we are now faced I later learned that family reactions are pretty much universal when a close with death that follows chronic diseases that include cardiovascular disorders, family member is diagnosed with a mental illness: we feel fear, shame and cancer and diabetes – all of which occur at a much greater frequency in people PREMIER TUTORED TASTING sadness. We worry and we blame ourselves. We feel tremendous stress and who are overweight. The causes for obesity include genetic predispositions to we don’t have the coping mechanisms to deal with this new reality. Often Amanda Grochowich, sommelier J. Phillip Nicholson, Catherine Robinson, Stephanie gain weight (which may have been useful in earlier times to survive in the face Stewart and Tim Lamonthe we react initially as if the diagnosis is a death sentence. It takes us time to of famine), changes in our way of life such as becoming more sedentary and realize that while our world has dramatically changed, what has happened to Paul O’Donnell, Mary Tsai-Davies, Tahera Mufti (chair, Taste in increasing the intake of foods and drinks that are high in calories. In addition, the Glebe) and Clare Rogers our family member is not the end of the world. It is, certainly, a life-changing scientists are beginning to find that lack of sleep could also be a culprit. experience for both the person who has the illness and for the family. Sleep is arguably one of the most mysterious biological processes in the I admit that it was and still can be hard to cope with my son’s illness. What sense that we know we need it because when we are sleep deprived, we have really held me back in the first few years of his diagnosis was the tremendous a massive urge to get sleep; yet, we still don’t understand well why we need sense of guilt and hopelessness that I felt. I felt that I might have contributed to get enough sleep. Research in a number of neuroscience labs, however, is to my son’s illness in some way. I carried that guilt daily and then hope surged beginning to shed light on this evasive topic. For example, Dr. Eve Van Cauter, when I heard about a new course for families who had a relative with a mental a researcher at the University of Chicago, has published a number of research illness. It was in the spring of 1998, and the first NAMI Family-to-Family Edu- papers showing that sleeping six hours or less per night could lead to hormonal cation Program was being offered in Ottawa. That spring, I took the course. It and metabolic malfunctions that could lead to becoming overweight and dia- transformed my life, and in the process made me a stronger person and better betic. Sleeping four hours or less is associated with high blood pressure. Dr. able to cope with my son’s illness so that I could help him. Our lives changed Van Cauter’s work also has shown that a particular phase in the sleep cycle for the better. – slow wave sleep – may be critical for keeping our metabolism in check. If The NAMI (National Alliance for Mental Illness) family-to-family course subjects confined to a sleep laboratory have their short wave sleep suppressed, was designed and created by an experienced family member who is also a STARBUCKS they show such rapid alterations in the blood glucose and insulin concentra- mental health professional. It is facilitated by trained family members who Alyson MacKay and Sally Ogbuagu tions that a clinician would diagnose them as being at risk of type II diabetes. have a loved one with a mental illness. They know and understand what the Moreover, blood concentrations of ghrelin – a hormone that is secreted by the families are going through. stomach and which increases appetite and the deposition of fat – also become The course balances education and skills training with self-care, emotion- elevated. In short, sleep ensures that our metabolism works optimally; lack of al support and empowerment. Participants taking this course learn about the Photos: GioVanni it may not only make us buckle belts a few notches wider, but also may lead to major mental illnesses, like schizophrenia, major depression, bipolar illness, an early end of our days. ROAST’N BREW panic disorder and obsessive compulsive disorder. They learn coping skills and Adriäna DeLoera, Jihad Harb (owner) and Serena Pasion The link between sleep and diabetes is one that is poignant for a number of how to handle crises and relapses, invaluable listening and communications obvious reasons. To me, the one that stands out relates to recent statistics show- techniques and problem solving skills. Basic information about medications ing that children and teenagers sleep less now than youngsters of the same ages KETTLEMAN’S BAGELS and their side effects are covered as well as self-care techniques. One class Craig Buckley (co-owner) and Maureen 30 years ago. These reports coincide with other statistics showing that obes- is spent on empathy to help us understand the actual experience of people Buckley ity rates in youngsters within the same age groups have doubled during that suffering from a mental illness. The whole experience is one that leads you on same period of time. The last nail in the coffin comes from a paper by Janice a self-discovery journey to acceptance, understanding, empathy and compas- Bell and Frederick Zimmerman published just last fall that clearly shows that sion. After the course, participants tell us that they have a better and compas- children four years and younger getting less than 10 hours of sleep are twice sionate understanding of mental illness and their relative, better coping skills as likely to be obese than those that get their full 10 hours. This leaves me and they feel better prepared to deal with current and future challenges. Many wondering if I should be more insistent on my children getting enough sleep. leave the course more at peace, knowing they have made new friends who In fact, it is possible that Maleficent, the wicked fairy who put the curse on understand. Princess Aurora, may have done her and the kingdom a favour! In any case, As I re-read these words, I realize that I haven’t captured the value of you should know that eight hours (10 hours in children) a day keeps the fat the impact of such a course on family members who are dealing with a away. Should you want more information on this topic or, on sleep in general, mentally ill relative. It’s not just about the feast of facts being offered in be sure you contact the Canadian Sleep Society. On that note, I leave you so I the course, although that is tremendous, but it’s also about the connection can have my nap ... to the other participants in the class, the feeling that we’ve been teetering Dr. Alfonso Abizaid is an associate professor in the Department of Neurosci- on a precipice for so long and we’re now finally finding solid ground. The ence at Carleton University. His research focuses on the brain mechanisms sense of isolation is reduced and the burden is lifted. We laugh and find joy that control food intake and body weight. in life again. IL NEGOZIO NICASTRO OLGA’S The course is offered at no cost and is taught by trained family members who Dave Nicastro (owner), Micky Amato Ezio Costanza (owner) with Mayor Jim THE PANTRY are volunteers. Courses in Ottawa are generally offered starting in April and and Matthew Fait Watson David Pritchard, Carolyn Best (owner) and Joan Fulthorp Jubb September each year and are held one evening a week for 10 weeks. Partici- pants who wish to take the course must pre-register by calling 613-737-7791. If you would like more information, please visit our web site at www.namion- tario.org.ca. Madeleine G. Bertrand is the director of the NAMI Family-to-Family Educa- tion Program in Ontario.

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The work stems from ESTABLISHED 1973 cause of another flood here at the Centretown CPC. concerns expressed by citizens and community groups about the impacts of www.glebereport.ca, e-mail: [email protected], Due to concerns for the health of our staff, the decision was made to shut new infill housing on their neighbourhoods. The Glebe Report is a monthly community newspaper with a circulation of 7,000 copies. We receive no government grants or subsidies. down this office indefinitely until we can find a new downtown location. I wish The study has focused on inner city wards (12, 13, 14, 15 and 17) and Advertising from merchants in the Glebe and elsewhere pays our bills and printing costs. Copies are delivered free to Glebe homes, and are available to extend my apologies for the inconvenience as meetings had to be cancelled the councillors in these wards have been informed about the project. at many Glebe shops, Brewer Pool, and Glebe and Ottawa South Community Centres. The Glebe Report is printed by Winchester Print. or rescheduled. I will continue my work within the community and am avail- Initial findings suggest that there are opportunities to improve the local im- able to you at 613-236-1222, ext. 5287 or by email at: hoangk@ottawapolice. Please submit articles to [email protected]. Call 613-236-4955. pact of small-scale infill. Read more about the findings at ottawa.ca/infill. ca. The city will be hosting a series of public consultation meetings to present EDITOR Julie Houle Cezer [email protected] STAFF THIS ISSUE: Leslie Fulton, Danny Handelman, Teena We are working very hard to find a new location and reopen our doors to you the findings and explore possible solutions to address patterns of infill hous- LAYOUT EDITOR Gwendolyn Best [email protected] Hendelman, Carol MacLeod, Liz McKeen, Borgny Pearson, as soon as possible, and I look forward to seeing you again at our new CPC. ing that appear to have a negative impact on neighbourhoods. The public GRAPEVINE EDITOR Micheline Boyle [email protected] Dorothy Phillips, Elizabeth Rampton, Jeanette Rive, Rita West, Khoa N. Hoang, community officer consultation dates are: COPY EDITOR McE Galbreath Wendy Siebrasse Somerset Community Police Centre Tuesday, February 15 (7:15-9:15 p.m.) ADVERTISING MANAGER Judy Field, 613-231-4938 [email protected] LEGAL ADVISER: Pierre Crichton 393 Somerset Street West. BUSINESS MANAGER Sheila Pocock, 613-233-3047 St. Matthew’s Church, 217 First Avenue AREA CAPTAINS: Donna Edwards, Judy Field, Gary Tel: 613-236-1222, ext.5287 CIRCULATION MANAGER Zita Taylor, 613-235-1214 [email protected] Fax: 613-236-1917 Thursday, February 17 (7-9 p.m.) Greenwood, Ginny Grimshaw, Martin Harris, Gill Hunter, Chris- Connaught Public School (Gym), 1149 Gladstone Avenue COVER: Winter at Brown’s Inlet by Kathrin von Dehn tian Hurlow, Anik Lauziere, Ian McKercher, Sandra Webster, www.somersetcpc.ca FRONT PAGE PHOTOGRAPH: By Soo Hum Zelda Yule Thursday, February 24 (7-9 p.m.) Festival Control (City Hall) For Glebe Report advertising deadlines and rates, call the advertising manager. Advertising rates are for electronic material supplied in PDF format with fonts embedded in the file. Recent rash of break-ins *Please note that the content of each of the meetings will be exactly the same. Deadlines for submissions: February 18 for articles and February 26 for advertising. The next issue of the Glebe Report: Friday, March 11, 2011. For more information, contact Selma Hassan, planner, Planning and Growth in the Glebe Management Department, City of Ottawa, 613-580-2424, ext. 25192. Views expressed in the articles and letters submitted to the Glebe Report are those of our contributors. Editor, Glebe Report We reserve the right to edit all submissions. Please note that, except for July, the paper is published monthly in a hard-copy version. The Ottawa Police Service has identified a spike in break and enters (B&Es) lately, along with higher rates of thefts from vehicles. Our officers have made GLEBE REPORT 2011 DEADLINES An electronic version is subsequently uploaded with text, photos, drawings and advertisements to www.glebereport.ca. these investigations a priority and have several possible suspects but have not EDITORIAL ADvERTIsIng made any arrests. I would ask our residents to adopt a practice of locking their car doors when parking downtown and ensure the house is locked when not MOnTH DEADLInE DEADLInE PAPER OUT Glebe Report January December 15 December 29 January 14 Supporting families and at home. submission guidelines I recommend they take the added precaution of closing their blinds and leav- February January 21 January 26 February 11 ing the radio on when away. These incidents seem to be occurring at all hours, March February 18 February 23 March 11 building connections The Glebe Report aims to draw on the wide range of interests and view- but several homes were broken into during the day when residents are at work. April March 25 March 30 April 15 points of people residing or working in the Glebe and to bring pertinent in- For more information, please visit: somersetcpc.com Programs and services that support families figure right at the top of May April 20 April 27 May 13 the list of factors that make a community feel like “home”. Granted, formation on current and emerging issues to their attention. We seek articles Khoa N. Hoang, community officer that explain background, create context and convey up-to-date information Somerset Community Police Centre June May 18 May 25 June 10 schools, a village ambience in a downtown location, affordable housing, on common concerns, in addition to content focusing on initiatives, projects, NO JULY PAPER safety concerns, and relative proximity to greenspace, recreation, shop- programs, events, services and businesses in the community. We also invite August July 29 August 3 August 19 ping and place of employment, all carry a lot of weight in determining profiles, opinion pieces, books reviews, creative writing and essays, photo- September August 26 August 31 September 16 where to live. However, for families with children – newborns to young graphy and art work for consideration. All age groups are welcome to submit Warnings adults – what may tip the balance is having ready access in the com- material. October September 23 September 28 October 14 November October 21 October 26 November 11 munity to ongoing activities and services that provide creative, well- ARTICLES AND LETTERS about possible scams structured and age-appropriate recreational and educational programs • Material must be received in the office by 5 p.m. on editorial deadline December November 18 November 23 December 9 for all members. A great benefit of utilizing these programs and services date. Send photo captions or credits in the body of the e-mail. Editor, Glebe Report Our Community Police Centre has received complaints regarding telemar- is that as you are finding your way to being more connected with your • Word Count: articles of 550-600 words; letters of 150-350 words. CURREnT ADvERTIsIng RATEs neighbours and taking care of self and others, you are generating a large keters and door-to-door individuals selling CPR courses. The Ottawa Police • For articles, send one line of relevant biographical information on the Service has looked into this business and although no charges were laid, it is Attention all Glebe Report reservoir of well-being including some phenomenal memories to carry author. Advertising rates are based on electronic material supplied in PDF forward. In this issue, you will notice that many of the articles shine a recommended that residents contact their local St. John Ambulance or Red format with fonts embedded in the file. Layout services are extra at a • Include your contact information: name of author, telephone number, Cross office if interested in CPR courses. volunteer carriers light on activities that support the family. These are the services, pro- minimum of $28.25 (HST included). Scans for photos are additional at home address, e-mail address, website. Khoa N. Hoang What$13.56 are each the (HST funniest, included). the saddest, the scariest, the worst or the best grams and volunteer efforts that make the Glebe a vibrant place to live. • Electronic copy: Word (.doc) or Rich Text Format (.rtf) sent as an at- Community Police Officer experiences you have ever had while delivering the Glebe Report in your As well, you may find some new ideas and insights on strengthening tachment to [email protected]. neighbourhood?Payment by cheque What isor thecash best is requiredpart of delivering with material the paper?for all first-time What is the relationships within the family, both on a day-to-day basis and when the worstadvertisers part of the for job?the first If you four were insertions a character or with in each a science-fiction insertion for novel set • Hard copy: handwritten or typed, sent or dropped off to 175 Third inevitable conflicts and crises arise. Avenue, Ottawa, ON K1S 2K2. in 2025infrequent or 2050, advertisers. what do youNote: think we dowould not acceptbe the wildestpayment way by tocredit deliver card. the paper to all the homes and apartment buildings in your area? Hopefully, engagement over time within your neighbourhood will We reserve the right to edit for length, clarity and accuracy. We welcome Editor, Glebe Report Yep,We arethe requiredGlebe Report to charge is looking the Harmonized for your poems Sales Taxor stories, (HST). non-fictionThe total generate a willingness to get involved in wider issues that are important submissions but we do not guarantee publication. On Thursday, January 27, a young man came to our door and stated he was from a particular security company and quickly flashed a plastic name badge. andprice fiction, (including about HST) delivering is listed the below. newspaper The Glebe in your Report neighbourhood. HST number You to the whole community. Certainly, the next stage of navigating a pro- PHOTOS is R124180472. ductive path through the Lansdowne Park saga falls into the category of He wanted to know if our home security system was monitored or not. I called can draw or paint it or you can sit down at your family computer and Photos are to be included with your article submission, as an attachment, the company in question and they stated that the person should have stated write us 250-500 words. Don’t forget to tell us a little bit about yourself, matters of such significance. No matter what your opinion may be on Half Page Horizontal (9¾" wide x 7¼" high) $395.50 with the following characteristics: which affiliate he was working for. They were unable to tell me if they had any including what your interests and hobbies are when you are not doing your the development proposal and the process to-date, do make a point over • Send colour, high resolution (200-300 dpi) photos as jpg attachments representatives in the area. I then called Ottawa Police to notify them of the roundsHalf Pagefor the Vertical Glebe Report. (4¾" wide x 15" high) $395.50 the next few months of getting more informed, voicing your opinion (do not crop) or bring CD, DVD, or originals for scanning to the of- incident. WeQuarter would Page love to hear from you,(4¾ "and wide with x 7your¼" high) permission, $175.15 we would and getting involved as never before. Time is of the essence. fice. If possible, include both vertical and horizontal compositions. Just a warning to others in the Glebe to be aware of a possible scam to deter- like1/8 to Pageshare Horizontal these stories by printing (4¾" wideone per x 3month½" high) in the Glebe $ 90.40 Report. To conclude on an editorial note, I wish to point out to readers that we Include captions and photo credits in the body of the e-mail. mine the security of your house for possible robbery. Send1/8 your Page creative Vertical writing to [email protected] (2¼" wide x 7¼" high) in a word.doc $ 90.40 format. are making some changes in column frequency. Hence, school trustees • Unless taken at a public event, obtain express permission from the Stephen Layton If Business you happen Card to haveHoriz. any photos (4¾ " of wide yourself x 2¼ delivering" high) the $ paper, 59.89 we Rob Campbell and Kathy Ablett as well as MP Paul Dewar and MPP subject to publish photos in the Glebe Report (print and online version wouldBusiness love to Card receive Vertical a 150-300 (2dpi¼ "image wide asx 3well.½" high) $ 59.89 Yasir Naqvi will have columns every second month rather than every at website glebereport.ca.). month. • If minors are identified, written permission from parents must be sent Julie Houle Cezer to the editor before the publication date. 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Louis Helbig BEST The Glebe Report is published by the Glebe Report Association (GRA). Anouk Hoedeman Isaac McGuire, Ellen & John McLeod, Katie Millington, Julie Monaghan, Rebecca Morris, Diane Munier, Sana Nesrallah, Tracy Parish, Tracy, Frank & Spencer It is the mandate of the Board to seek a wide and vibrant GRA member- Paveck, Alexandra Pipe, the Pritchard family, the Quinn family, Beatrice Raffoul, Mary & Steve Reid, Carley Richmond-Ward, Hannah & Thomas Rogers, ship from within the Glebe community. Membership is open to those 18 L Emile & Sebastien Roy-Foster, Myma & Alex Okuda-Rayfuse, Carter & Clara Saunders, Ellen Schowalter, Anita Sengupta, Casimir & Tristan Seywerd, Routes available: the Short family, Kathy Simons, Judith Slater, Sobriety House – Bill Dalton, Kristen Soo, Victoria, Rebecca, Nicholas & Patrick Spiteri, the Stephenson family, years of age or older living or working in the Glebe. There are no dues and A Ella Street D Mrs. Stevenson, Alex & Claire Stoney, Joanne Sulek, JC Sulzenko, Alexandra Sunderland, Karen Swinburne, Eric & Steven Swinkels, Ruth Swyers, Emmet & Niamh there is usually just one meeting a year. Interested parties should contact Kippewa Avenue Y Taylor, John & Maggie Thomson, Daphne Towers, the Trudeau family, Caroline Vanneste, the Veevers family, Sophie Veronneau, Ward Walker, Katja & Tanja Webster, [email protected] for further information. 520 Queen Elizabeth Drive Sandra Webster, the Weider family, Elena Wells, Howard & Elizabeth Wong, Gillian & Jake Wright, Sue Ann Wright, Nora Wylie, the Young-Smith family, Zelda Yule. Ian McKerche Strathcona Avenue (Metcalfe to O’Connor) H on canalside patrol CALL Zita Taylor at 613-235-1214, e-mail: [email protected], if you are willing to deliver a route for us. 6 Glebe Report February 11, 2011 FAMILY GARDENS Glebe Report February 11, 2011 7 Family destination: your kitchen Seedy Saturday now open! BY JOCELYNE LeROY November Monday in the middle of herbs. “Voila. I made the salad dress- lergic to nuts. The varied, beautiful sports the Ottawa tomato! Now, there’s a novel concept. You nowhere. It made me think about our ing.” Trendy arugula may remind the colours of fruits, vegetables, nuts, know we mean the old-fashioned bakery, our values and how much I kids of your front lawn. That’s fine. seeds and sprouts make art out of kind of “everyone in the kitchen” for liked the concept of happiness being Older children can make an entire food. You can enjoy the added pleas- longer than a microwave minute. We homemade. meal once or twice a week. They will ure of slowing down (all that chew- mean preparing food together and OK, how do we start to create in feel proud and so will you. And the ing) and appreciating the bounty we staying there for a while, eating a the kitchen and have fun? Enlist family can relax over dinner, as they have at our fingertips here in Canada. wholesome, delicious meal cooked the help of everyone for both little should. You will feel energized. at home. In fact, dark, cold and damp and big tasks involved in making a I see so many stressed-out custom- Get out grandma’s dusty old cook- Naji’s days in February offer the best time meal. Children can set and clear the ers grabbing food on the run. They’re book. Find “cookies” in the index. to spend in your own kitchen cre- table. They can assist in washing, buying our dinner pies like never be- Close your eyes and take turns point- Lebanese Restaurant & Take-Out ating really enjoyable mealtimes chopping and deciding how many fore, homemade by me and my wee ing blindly at the list (as often as you together – enjoying the warmth and potatoes to put in the pot. Teach elf helpers. decide to bake cookies). Open your aromas of home cooking and baking. them how. Let them try out their If you want to prove that happiness eyes. Look up the appointed recipe. No wolfing on the run. new skills and make some choices. is homemade, get going! It’s not as Kids like this game – it takes the The inspiration for this idea came If something gets either overcooked time-consuming as you might think. hemming and hawing out of deci- We’re proud to bring tastes that to me from an experience this past or underchopped, they’ll learn fast. An enjoyable way to achieve this is sion-making. Cookies are all pretty fall. While en route to the family Put someone in charge of veggies, to try “binge cooking.” Get out the easy to make and bring a heart- the Glebe has been missing! cottage recently, my family and I even if they begin by opening a bag really big pot, make large quantities warming aroma to your home. It’s stopped at a country restaurant for of pre-washed salad greens. Chop and freeze portions for later, quick near-instant gratification and cookies keep well. Baking something from PHOTO: AHMED, FARIS USC CANADA lunch where I spotted a folksy home- something (from scratch) to add to meals. You can actually do a week’s Free seed exchange at Ottawa Seedy Saturday Please stop by to meet Naji and his family and made sign that read “Happiness is the mix – sliced carrot, a handful worth of meals in one binge. There scratch, with others, can be kind of BY KATE GREEN New Brunswick. The fall tomatoes enjoy truly authentic Lebanese gourmet cuisine. Homemade” which got me think- of dried cranberries, sliced apple or could be a hearty soup, a big pot full grounding – also hilarious, bonding looked good, but how would they ing about the family-run restaurant’s fresh tomato. Nobody listen to the of roasted, herbed chicken (from and satisfying. You can substitute Ottawa is already home to hock- taste? “Everyone loved them! They homemade country cooking and its tired old “I don’t like it” or “we’re that great sale at the store) or braise sugar and flour if necessary. ey, politics and the world’s biggest Serving appetizers, salads, platters, all wanted to have seeds for the Ot- freshness. Nothing fancy, the food too busy.” There’s no time for picky (any kind) cheaper cuts of meat with If the children are helping with skating rink – but now the city is sandwiches, main courses and desserts - tawa for the 2011 season,” she said. was homemade by people who care complaints. “Which one of these pieces of carrot, potato and garlic in meal preparation and baking in your getting recognized for something a “It’s great that ordinary Ottawa gar- all homemade, using local ingredients where possible. enough to give their best to create would you like to add? Pick one.” the pan for added flavour. Less use of home and liking it, they will also be little tastier – the Ottawa Tomato! deners, and gardeners across the re- an authentic experience of hands-on Appoint someone to whisk up the cookware. Easy. happy with leftovers in their lunches Ottawa organic farmer and Cordon gion, can keep growing tasty food meals. As a result, there were a lot salad dressing – a little oil, lemon My favourite is the crockpot which (because they made it, it’s not sus- Bleu trained chef, Greta Kryger, Wine and beer available to complement your meal. well into the fall!” of people eating lunch on a rainy juice and a carefree large pinch of will make a complete dinner for you pect). So make extra. And you can discovered the Ottawa variety a few all in the same pot while you’re at sneak healthy ingredients into cook- years back when doing research at Now, for the first time since the work and the children are at school. ies, muffins and dessert breads. the Central Experimental Farm in the 1960s, Ottawans have a chance to oPeN daiLy, try out the Ottawa Tomato for them- Health Snack (“Glebe-bites”) You put the ingredients in the pot in I leave you with two recipes for heart of the city. It turns out that in 11:00 am to 10:00 Pm the morning, with your own hands, healthful treats for school lunches or the 1960s, using conventional meth- selves. Greta Kryger will be sell- ing the seeds of this unique variety, 2 cups (500 ml) chopped dates in your own home. Once again, snacks for your car, backpack or old- ods, scientists bred a variety of to- along with nearly 400 other tomato 4 tbsp (48 ml) flax homemade happiness is in your fashioned cookie jar, which every- mato that would be ideal for growing diNe iN - take out varieties, and hundreds of other heir- 1 cup (250 ml) finely chopped nuts kitchen. Really, folks, let’s all give one should have in their kitchen for in Ottawa’s challenging climate and loom vegetable seeds at Seedy Sat- 1 cup (250 ml) oats (quick-cooking or old-fashioned, or gluten-free) the kitchen grind another look, a new those dull days, weak moments and soil conditions. The Ottawa Tomato urday, March 5 from 10 a.m. to 3 ½ cup (125 ml) sesame seeds perspective. rewards for good behaviour (or not). faded into history – until the local p.m. at the Ron Kolbus Lakeside 753 Bank St (between First & Second) 613.695.7733 1 cup (250 ml) honey Here’s a radical idea: one day a Jocelyne LeRoy, the owner and in- food movement brought it back to Centre in Britannia Park which is ½ cup (125 ml) coconut week, everybody at your house eats spired baker at Trillium Bakery, is life. located off Grandeur Avenue and is ½ cup (125 ml) peanut or almond butter only raw food – not just lettuce full of creative ideas for the kitchen As Kryger noted, “Gardens burst- leaves. It does help if you’re not al- and your palate. ing with produce are exciting, accessible by car or by OC Transpo Bus #18. With greased hands, squish together all ingredients. whether a window box or a huge At the event, many other profes- Shape into balls. backyard plot. Local gardening and sional, certified and highly skilled Roll in coconut or crushed cookie crumbs. Chill. Granola Bars farming is more fun when you’re (makes approximately 30 bars) growing varieties meant to grow in local seed vendors with tips on gar- that climate. Now the region has a dening will be on hand to answer 2 cups (500 ml) desiccated coconut food that anyone can grow – a de- questions and provide helpful hints 1 ½ cups (375 ml) rolled, old-fashioned oats licious tomato that can yield food on growing, gardening, eating and 1 ½ cups (375 ml) raisins for homes, markets, stores, and res- canning all kinds of local fruits and 2 cups (500 ml) sunflower seeds taurants around the region.” Last veggies. You will find hundreds of ¼ cup (75 ml) sesame seeds year she decided to put the toma- locally cultivated seeds perfectly ¾ cup (175 ml) peanuts, soy nuts, or other nuts toes to the test. Using traditional suited for the Eastern Ontario/ West ½ cup (125 ml) dried fruit (apples, cranberries, apricots) methods of staggered harvesting, Quebec environment. ½ tsp (2 ml) salt Kryger tested the Ottawa’s endur- Contact Greta Kryger of Greta’s 1 cup (250 ml) liquid honey ance, and flavour, by picking the Organic Gardens at greta@seeds- 1 tsp (5 ml) vanilla extract ripe, red beauties at different times organic.com, 613-521-8648, or Kate ½ cup (125 ml) peanut or almond butter during the year. Even she was sur- Green from USC Canada at kgreen@ prised at how delicious the Ottawa usc-canada.org, 613-234-6827, for Need Renovations? ½ cup (125 ml) chocolate chips (optional) more information. Photos of the Ot- ¼ cup (75 ml) chopped flax (optional) turned out to be. There was already a chill in the air when she harvested tawa Tomato are available on Greta’s website www.seeds-organic.com. With greased hands, mix all ingredients together. the last of the tomatoes from the Pat firmly onto rimmed cookie sheet lined with greased parchment paper. shelter of an unheated greenhouse Kate Green is the program man- Bake at 275ºF until golden brown (50-60 minutes). on October 25, 2010 before a trip to ager for USC Canada. Remove from oven. Cut into bars or squares. Optional: A drizzle of melted chocolate over the top will, when cooled, cancel out any suspicions of “too healthy” in the minds of less adventurous snackers.

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PHOTO: JANE STALLABRASS – they thought they were shoes – perhaps you might be willing with a strong desire to prove I was ity of caring is frightening, because think about making a small change? University of Carleton Glee Club celebrating the there for a bazaar cele- to consider you could be cherished. needed as a mother by cleaning up they can’t imagine living like that. Sometimes there is subconscious volunteers fear that making any change will bratory tea. PHOTO: ALAIN LEURY WWW.ALAINLEURY.COM But then there’s reality, which might after my kids – definitely not con- And would being cherished mean break what you have, or that mak- They did get their tea, coffee and treats but they hadn’t banked on the en- Clarissa of Baby Sensory in conversation with baby Nicolas and Mom Cindy. be the relationship you’re actually in, gruent with how I think. Although, that you had to learn to give that kind thusiastic and talented group of students from Carleton University Glee Club. or your past experiences with rela- like anyone, I have a desire to feel of caring in return? Perhaps that’s ing will make what you have worse. Sarah had contacted Abbotsford in December as a neighbour and student of On January 30, the Pre-to-Three Health and Wellness Forum took some tionships, neither of which are par- loved, I prefer that didn’t trans- just too vulnerable. Better to settle That’s the thing about subconscious the university with a desire to share her talent and love for singing. She read- baby steps. Organized by GNAG, it proved to be exactly the type of event that ticularly cherishing. late into a desire to be needed as a for something more ordinary. fear – it’s rooted deeply in the basic ily took on the task of forming the entertainment part of our celebration and offers support, information and choices to families expecting a baby or liv- You can change that. The key is to cleaner-upper. When I cleared up When you work with your sub- fear of change. spread her enthusiasm to the rest of the Carleton Glee Club. ing the transformation of family life that comes with newborns and toddlers. change the subliminal signals that this programming with some tools, conscious, you can decide how far Let yourself breathe slowly while This group of young students are to be commended for their initiative, and Through presentations, demonstrations and one-on-one exchanges, seasoned you put out telling other people how the boys suddenly and miraculously you want to take it. You can start thinking about making a small talent. We were delighted with their energy, choreography and singing. What professionals in health, education, holistic healing and fitness disciplines cre- to treat you. Unfortunately, your sub- discovered the closet, and started by clearing up the back door clutter change, and let yourself feel your better way to say thank you to our nearly 100 bazaar volunteers than to enter- ated an atmosphere of quiet connection and caring concern for self and others liminal signals aren’t telling people using it, without my having to say without having to say anything. You reaction to those thoughts. Sit with tain them with these energetic and talented students. They helped us groove to in the airy space of Scotton Hall. Issues of attachment, social and emotional you want to be cherished. They’re a word about the clutter. Since life can progress to having people around your reaction until it passes. Keep Jackson Brown, made us teary with the Beatle’s “Let it Be” and wowed us with support, and appropriate physical and social activity for the parents and chil- probably not telling people what you has proved that nagging is ineffect- you give you more affection and ap- breathing. If your reaction is very Rent’s big hit “Seasons of Love”. dren were subjects of interest. Attention to pregnancy and birthing services actually want at all. That’s annoying, ive, I consider using Osloda tools preciation. Then, if you like, you can strong, imagine that you can breathe Abbotsford @ The Glebe Centre is a not-for- profit community centre serv- (doulas, midwifery, pregnancy massage, fitness, naturopathic and chiropractic but can be fixed. to change my subliminal signals a up the ante all the way to ‘cherished.’ in and out through your heart. That ing adults 55 plus in the greater Ottawa area. Being not-for-profit means we treatments) was balanced by consideration of post-natal concerns such as in- Why would your subliminal sig- vastly superior way of changing the If you want it, you can change the will help tap into your courage, and are pro-fundraising, and being a community centre, we rely on our commun- fant massage, healing movement and socializing for mothers, well-baby sup- nals be different than what you details and circumstances of life, subliminal signals in which your help you overcome your reaction ity of members and friends to help us and help they do. On November 27 last port and early childhood learning. Big enough to respond to a variety of needs want? The reasons lie deep in the both large and small. subconscious tells people how to to the idea of change. After all, you year, 100 volunteers assembled inside Abbotsford to put the final touches on and viewpoints, the Forum was also small enough to encourage meaningful subconscious brain, influenced But are you brave enough to ac- treat you, and you can change those can’t do anything until you decide to our 35th Annual Christmas Bazaar. These wonderful friends of Abbotsford had exchanges about a highly personal, life-changing and welcome reality. Parents by tribal memory, conditioning, tually change your subliminal sig- signals so that you’re telling people make a change, and give up settling. been working very hard to the lead up and were ready to sell books, jewelry, and grandparents, make sure you set time aside to attend next year. and genetic imprinting. Here’s nals to tell people to cherish you? to treat you the way you’d actually Cherished may seem a long way baked goods, flea-market wares, antiques, crafts and merchant donated goods. an example: I consider myself a That’s a big one. Could you actual- like to be treated. There’s no rush, away, but it gets closer with every The day was cold, the snow squalled for a bit but the line-up outside remained pretty modern woman in my at- ly be comfortable with having the and it’s yours to decide. step you take. steady, and once again we were able to surpass the previous year’s substantial titudes about female roles. How- people in your life treat you like you What if you had the courage to Patricia Wall provides many tools raising of funds. ever, when I went digging in my are special, and you matter to them, have the people in your life treat and resources for understanding With the sale behind us, the New Year brought the need to celebrate our suc- subconscious brain to determine and they think about you all the time, you like someone special? What if your subconscious and restoring you cess and highlight our overwhelming results and heartily thank this community why my sons insisted on cluttering and they enjoy being somewhere you could change yourself to feel to a position of choice in your life. To of volunteers that make Abbotsford the place to be. the doorway with their footwear, just because you’re there. For many like you deserved to be treated like read more about her experience and I found a subconscious element people, just the idea of that qual- someone special? 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PHOTO: SOO HUM to the financial deal, leases and partnership arrangements. It has also brought councillor! There are many people to Authority is also a good fit — clean powerful solutions for forward a motion seeking to exclude expert evidence submitted by FOL. This meet, procedures to learn, meetings drinking water, natural shorelines The Graceful Grandads, Ian McMaster, Peter Thomas, Joseph Cull, Clive would mean that the judge would never see reports by Canada’s leading in- your fitness needs to attend and reports to read. Now and sustainable land use are im- Doucet, Ken Shipley and Will Murray, perform at Lansdowne Follies vestigative accounting firm Rosen and Associates and the country’s leading that I’m more or less up to speed, I portant to the Rideau River water- BY ELAINE MARLIN tax expert, Harry Kitchen, both of which conclude that there is no valid basis want to tell you what’s keeping me shed, which includes Capital Ward. A wonderfully wild troupe of professional artists and novice entertainers for the city’s assertion that the deal will be revenue-neutral. The Rosen report busy at Ottawa City Hall. But first, The inter-municipal Rideau Valley New fitness class starting March 1, 2011 thrilled the capacity crowd assembled on Saturday, February 5 at the Mayfair concludes that that the City of Ottawa ‘grossly misrepresented’ the financial I want to share my idea for Capital Conservation Authority works with Theatre. The Lansdowne Follies was organized as a fundraiser to support the impacts of the scheme and that there might be a deficit of $111 to $208 million. in the Glebe Ward walks as a way of tapping into local municipalities, government legal challenge to the City of Ottawa’s proposed development at Lansdowne Both the city and OSEG appear to be playing Goliath to the FOL’s David local knowledge. agencies, special interest groups Park. It was also about raising spirits and legs. by bringing their greater resources to bear. The delays and complications have 457 Cambridge St. S. You, the residents of the Glebe, and the public to protect natural re- It’s hard to say who was more hilarious – the chorus line of Graceful Gran- increased legal costs for the citizens’ group. There has also been a fair amount have excellent insight into how we sources. (near Powell & Bronson) dads (not the Grateful Dead) or the Tonettes (all members of the Big Soul Pro- of litigation chill. The city refused to confirm in advance that its no-cost policy can strengthen the urban core. I’ve I am especially pleased to be on ject) with their Lansdowne-specific version of “Stop In The Name of Love”. for public interest litigation would apply in this case. OSEG did not accept devised “Capital Ward Walks” as the Lansdowne Park Design Review Ample Street Parking The Grandads, outfitted in tutus and football gear, were ushered in and out by a FOL’s consent that it could intervene in the case if it agreed to a no-cost situa- an alternative to sitting down with Panel providing input on improv- high-kicking chorus line of beautiful young ladies with dance routines choreo- tion, but took the matter to court (and lost). people to hear what you have to say. ing the redevelopment plans for the graphed by Kailena Van de Nes. There were also two clever political skits. The However, now the costs issues have been resolved and all legal activity will Every Tuesday and Thursday I want to explore our community site. We are paying particular atten- first, “Barry and the Knights of the Round Table, “starring local luminaries, be focussed on the FOL application before the Ontario Superior Court. A num- with you on foot, so you can show tion to the urban park, public areas 7:00 -7:45 am or 8:30 – 9:15 am featured many 15 to 9 votes. The second, a funny but scary newscast set 30 ber of key rulings on evidence were expected just as the Glebe Report went to me what works and what doesn’t, within the mixed-use part of the site, years hence, was co-produced by Leo Doyle and Bob LeDrew, Bob playing press. Check www.letsgetitright.ca for the latest updates on developments as 4 weeks (twice a week): $120 + HST and share with me first-hand your traffic circulation and calming, park- newscaster Bob Loblaw. well as to see copies of the Kitchen and Rosen evidence. vision for a more liveable city. I in- ing, building design (locations and Lansdowne troubadours and Follies co-producers Steve Richer and Jeff tend to lead monthly walks in differ- heights) and the integration of Lans- Froggett pumped up the crowd for renowned musicians Ian Tamblyn and Economist Michael Tiger is a member of the Friends of Lansdowne. To register or for more information please visit: ent areas, each with a theme or ob- downe with the surrounding neigh- Lynn Miles. Ian penned two new songs for the occasion—“Land Down at www.strengthrevolution.net jective. Some will be in French, and bourhood. As a member of the De- Lansdowne Larry” and also “Village,” a lament about the loss of main streets. For further information and summary about the Lansdowne case, see we’ll video key stops when possible sign Review Panel, I hope to be able Lynn’s song “Something Beautiful,” from her new CD Fall For Beauty real- Randal Marlin’s editorial: “Propaganda, Ethics and Media – Political and or call 613 – 301 - 3064 and post short summaries online for to influence the final design in ways ly clicked with the audience. Local author and Giller-winner Elizabeth Hay, Commercial Erosion of Journalism Ethics,” 2010, Global Media Journal, those who can’t participate directly. that benefit the Glebe community whose novel Garbo Laughs is set in a cinema like the Mayfair, read excerpts Canadian Edition ISSN: 1918-5901 (English), ISSN: 1918-591X (Fran- Watch my new website, www.cap- and the city as a whole. from the novel, reminding us of the importance of retaining neighbourhood çais) Volume 3, Issue 2, pp. 1-12 at http://www.gmj.uottawa.ca/1002/v3i2_ italward.ca, for details about upcom- Because of these varied respon- character. Late-breaking news indicates that Ian Tamblyn will record and do- marlin_e.html. ing Capital Ward walks, and please sibilities, and because the residents nate the “Village” song to the Friends of Lansdowne website. let me know if you have ideas for of the Glebe are so engaged in their Steven Shrybman, lead lawyer for the court challenge by Friends of Lans- themes we can explore. community, I’m happy to have four downe, was very clear and informative in updating the audience on develop- Sell For Just 3.75% or Less But back to Ottawa City Hall. I am dedicated staff members supporting ments in the suit. He and his local legal team continue collecting evidence and thrilled to have been appointed to the my work. They are here to answer preparing the file for presentation before the court. Transportation Committee, the En- your calls and e-mails, to advise me As for fundraising, just over $100,000 has been raised, over 80 per cent of vironment Committee, the Ottawa and to help me represent your con- that from small donations and over $20,000 at the two recent sold-out events, Board of Health, Crime Prevention cerns at city council. Havana Night at the Old Firehall and The Lansdowne Follies. Both gatherings Ottawa, the Rideau Valley Conserva- Pierre Sadik, who has many years represent examples of communities and diverse networks working together. tion Authority, and the Lansdowne of experience in working with elect- For the Follies, special thanks should go to the owners of the Mayfair Theatre Park Design Review Panel. ed officials at all levels of govern- for providing the space and to the wonderful entertainers. * As a member of the Transporta- ment, has joined my office as senior As the legal challenge is a rather long and complicated endeavour, you are tion Committee, I welcome the op- policy advisor. Councillor’s Assist- invited to obtain more information and to donate to the legal fund: portunity to make recommendations *Independently Owned and Operated ant Catherine Henry is a great carry- • Online: visit www.letsgetitright.ca. to council on encouraging walking, over from Councillor Clive Doucet’s • Mail cheques to: Friends of Lansdowne, c/o Ted Lupinski CA, cycling and public transit use, and 137 Second Avenue, Suite 2, Ottawa, ON K1S 2H4 office. She has an excellent know- DESIGN • DESIGN BUILD 613-230-8888 on minimizing neighbourhood traffic ledge of local issues, so I am grate- • In person: Go to Friends of Lansdowne account 3248 5207023 at any RENOVATIONS • REPAIRS and air pollution in the context of the ful she will continue working for TD Canada Trust branch in Canada City of Ottawa’s Official Plan and CELEBRATING OVER 15 YEARS the residents of this ward. Among Send an e-mail to [email protected] to inform the treasurer of the Transportation Master Plan. OF QUALITY AND SERVICE other responsibilities, she is my of- your donation, allowing FOL to track donations. On the Environment Committee, I fice’s point of contact with the Glebe BEST 613-832-1717 lend my expertise to issues of energy Elaine Marlin, a past editor of the Glebe Report, has long been avtively and Dow’s Lake communities. You conservation and generation, water involved in community affairs in the Glebe. BBBBBB Honor Honor Roll Roll 2006 since & 2006 2007 Barry Humphrey can reach her at 613-580-2424, ext. Sales Representative supply, waste water and solid waste treatment and disposal, and environ- 25287, or Catherine.Henry@Ottawa. 613-296-6060 Direct mental protection, along with the ca. Anne Lemay also has previous administration and maintenance of experience as a councillor’s assist- open spaces, trees and the urban for- ant, and is indispensable in keeping VIEW MY WEBSITE est. our office running smoothly. 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Check out this month’s insert in the Glebe Report for the CATTLE CASTLE ed Taste in the Glebe as a fundraiser for Capital Ward Alderman best program guide of the season or pick one up at the Glebe Community Centre. the renovation of the Glebe Community Online registration for dance and preschool programs begins Tuesday, March Howard Smith reported Centre. A great success, the event has that a consultant’s proposal 1. All other program registration (including summer camps and spring soc- Mary evolved into a culinary extravaganza. cer) begins Thursday, March 3. Go to www.gnag.ca and click on REGISTRA- to restore the 83-year-old Tsai- As one of the hottest tickets in the city’s Lansdowne Park Cattle TION, then follow the prompts. Online registration begins at 9:00 p.m. and is Davies food and wine show line-up, it certainly ongoing 24 hours a day, seven days a week. We accept Visa and MasterCard. Castle (Aberdeen Pavilion) brings people together. at a cost of $3.3 million In-person and telephone registration begin the day following online registra- Ian From ‘doors open,’ more than 350 tion, during regular office hours. McKercher was unlikely to receive ap- guests experienced the gastronomic creations, raising approximately $17,000 proval. City council ordered for our Community Fund. Over the years, Taste in the Glebe has helped fund MARCH BREAK CAMP IS NOW ACCEPTING REGISTRATION! the $20,000 study last year the following projects: hardwood flooring in both Scotton Hall and the dance We are currently accepting registration for our very popular March Break when it announced plans to designate the Victorian site as a herit- studio and upgraded flooring on the lower level, upgrades in the teaching Camps, March 14-18. Enjoy your spring break at the Glebe Community Cen- age structure under the Ontario Heritage Act. According to Smith, kitchen and the office, dance studio mirror, sound baffles in the main hall, tre and experience one of our specialties. restoring the building would not be viable unless it was renovated three refrigerated water fountains, the Third Avenue entrance and landscaping for some commercial use or made self-financing. Restoring the pa- improvements as well as those in the Mutchmor yard and winterizing of the MARCH BREAK CAMP vilion’s broken windows alone would cost $200,000. St. James Tennis Clubhouse. Don Ray, vice-president of the Glebe Community Association, On behalf of the community, we thank you for your kindness and support, Traditional March Break Camp 5-8 yrs & 9-12 yrs said that the GCA has been trying to get the entire Lansdowne Park and most importantly, for your belief in our community. area redeveloped for the last 12 years. Ray said that Glebites don’t ART PROJECT FUNDRAISER Kinder Break Camp 3-6 yrs get enough use out of Lansdowne because “all the land is really be- On behalf of GNAG, I want to thank Sharon Johnson and Patricia Golding ing kept sterile – fenced and paved – for the 10 days of the Ottawa Dance Camp 6-8 yrs & 9-12 yrs for hosting the third annual Everybody’s Art Show Silent Auction at Irene’s Exhibition.” Pub on January 27, in support of a new community art project at the Glebe Ray thinks chances are very slim that the annual event will be Pottery Camp 6-8 yrs & 9-12 yrs Community Centre. Local artists made the event a huge success, both in fund- moved to another location in the near future because it would cost as much This retrospective is filed monthly by Ian McKercher of the Glebe Historical raising and in attendance. With over 15 donated works of art on auction, the as $1.5 million to relocate it. He would not only like to see the area “more Society (GHS). The GHS welcomes the donation or loan (for copying) of any Galloping Gourmet 6-8 yrs & 9-12 yrs evening raised over $2,000 towards a public art commission to be integrated actively used by the community” but he would also like the fence taken down item that documents the past in the Glebe (photographs, maps, surveys, news into the two-story atrium/stairwell of the Glebe Community Centre. GNAG Art Camp 6-8 yrs & 9-12 yrs and more trees and grass planted. articles, posters, programs, memorabilia, etc.). You can contact Ian at 613- will be sending out a call for artists/ designers/ teams to submit proposals for 235-4863 or [email protected]. for those attending this community art project. We thank you again for your kindness and com- March Break Lunch Club ADVERTISING IN THE GLEBE REPORT Dance and Pottery Camp Allison Dingle wrote a letter to the editor published in the January 1981 munity spirit that brought friends and neighbhours together in a fun and ener- edition complaining about excessive advertising in the paper. getic atmosphere in support of such a good cause. Contributing artists were: March 21-25 Camp 3-5 yrs & 6-11 yrs Glebe Report Editor Beverly Rix responded in an editorial. “Last year, Glebe Historical Society Archives Donna Edmonson, Alex Golota, Sharon Johnson, Igor Shkvorets, Val Roy, the Glebe Report ran at a loss of $1,300. The Glebe Report’s only source David Houlton, Barb Parkes, Jonathan Craven, John Sekerka, Kate McCart- New this year is the bonus March Break Camp, March 21-25, great for of income is advertising. Without this revenue, the Glebe Report cannot go No recent acquisitions. ney, Daniel Martelock, John Richardson, Susan Geraldine Taylor, Christopher preschoolers and children who attend Montessori School or who are home to press.” She went on to point out that many small Glebe businesses can- Do you have anything you’re willing to share? Griffin, Nicole Allen and Mary Pal. schooled. not afford to advertise in the city papers and deserve a public voice for their NEW! For more details, visit our website at www.gnag.ca or contact us at 613-233- services. GNAG is pleased to announce the first annual Strut Your Stuff Community 8713. Art Show and Sale for our emerging artists of all ages. There will be a ver- GLAMOUR IN THE GLEBE, MAY 6 & 7, 2011 nissage on opening night, Thursday, March 24 from 6-7:30 p.m. During the This spring, GNAG is pleased to present its fifth annual Jewellery Show following two weeks, artists working in any medium will have a chance to celebrating all women – mothers, sisters, daughters, aunts, grandmothers and exhibit and sell a single work of art at the Glebe Community Centre. Prizes friends. There will be 28 jewellers exhibiting and selling their beautiful, wear- will be awarded in four age categories: elementary school, middle school, high able works of art during this two-day show. This is a perfect opportunity to get school and adult. If the artwork gets sold, 50 per cent of the proceeds will go a one-of-a-kind Mother’s Day gift. to the artist; the other 50 percent will go towards the Glebe Community Cen- Friday evening, May 6, will be a special opening event. Your $5.00 ticket tre Community Art installation fundraising initiative. Interested? Please send includes refreshments, a jewellery fashion show, and an opportunity to meet e Dental Oce at Lyon and Glebe your artwork to the Glebe Community Centre between March 17 and March the jewellers. This event will be licensed. Mark your calendar and make it a 21. Submission forms and information are available online at www.gnag.ca. girls’ night out. On Saturday May 7, admission is FREE. FIRST PRE-TO-THREE HEALTH AND WELLNESS FORUM Would you like to become a vendor? We are currently accepting applica- www.lyonglebedental.ca On Sunday, January 30 GNAG brought together some of the best practition- tions. You can find out more about our Jewellery Show by going to our website ers, fitness and wellness professionals, early-years educators and businesses at www.gnag.ca and look under special events, Glamour in the Glebe to down- to share their knowledge and expertise with young families. The free event loading your application. 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CIBC Wood Gundy is a division of CIBC World Markets Inc., a subsidiary of “Yo Copyright © April 2010 CIBC and a Member of the Canadian Investor Protection Fund and Investment Dr. John Oueis Dentistry Professional Corporation Industry Regulatory Organization of Canada. 14 Glebe Report February 11, 2011 GCA LANSDOWNE PARK Glebe Report February 11, 2011 15 A gift of thanks to GCA We need to get the zoning Visualizing the Lansdowne Development logo designer right at Lansdowne Park At our January meeting, the GCA board authorized the expenditure of up to $20,000 of your money to retain a lawyer, urban planner, and possibly a transportation expert for the Ontario Municipal Board appeal regarding the rezoning of Lansdowne Park. This is in addition to the $5,000 authorized last fall. Caroline Does this news (a) delight you, (b) Vanneste horrify you, or (c) confuse you? Let me explain. Regardless of whether you love or loathe the current plan to redevelop Lansdowne Park, the new zoning approved View from the Queen Elizabeth Driveway looking west into Lansdowne Park by city council just before last fall’s election neither ensures that the develop- ment will go ahead as planned, nor ensures that something better is possible. BY JUNE CREELMAN the maximum permitted height for Prior to the change, Lansdowne Park was zoned L2, a “major leisure facil- Over the last few years, we have each building. These computer mod- ity” zone. This zone applies to sites that accommodate major urban city-wide heard a lot about the Lansdowne els are then superimposed on Google sports, recreation and cultural facilities. Permitted uses include an amusement Partnership Plan. But, surprisingly, Earth. Photographs of existing build- park, community-focused uses such as a community centre, day care, fair- we have hardly seen anything. The ings are included so that it is easier ground, library, museum, place of assembly, sports arena and theatre. An ex- City of Ottawa and its partners, the to understand the proposed develop- ception to the zone specific to Lansdowne Park also allowed for a household Ottawa Sports and Entertainment ment in context. Everything is accur- waste depot and a farmers’ market. Group (OSEG), have yet to present ate and to-scale. Due to the large variety of uses now planned for the park, one would natur- a 3-D model of the site to the pub- It should be noted that the actual

PHOTO: JOAN BARD MILLER ally assume that several different zones apply to different areas of the park. But lic or to show clear visualizations of zoning envelope (now being ap- GCA President Caroline Vanneste presents graphic artist Mary-Lou Coulter this assumption would be incorrect. An entirely new zone – the L2C “Lans- the proposed development. A recent pealed to the Ontario Municipal with a painted wooden plaque by Alice Hinther inspired by Coulter’s original downe Subzone” – has been created for the entire site. In addition to the per- presentation to the Urban Design Board) permits even more intensive drawing of the Glebe logo. mitted uses under L2, the new L2C subzone also allows retail, personal service Panel lacked detailed visuals, even development than shown here. How- In the late fall, the Glebe Community Association commissioned Alice uses, restaurants, offices, a hotel and residential uses. In other words, it allows though they are a mandatory part of ever these visuals show a plausible Hinther of FUNKtional Art to create a replica of Mary-Lou Coulter’s win- just about everything on just about every centimetre of the site. This is a highly design submissions. To fill the void, scenario of what Lansdowne Park ning drawing as a way to thank Ms. Coulter for the timeless design that has unusual – and possibly unprecedented – way to rezone such a large area for Old Ottawa South resident and archi- could look like, based on a combina- become the official GCA logo. As the story goes and as Ms. Coulter explained multiple uses. tect Allan Teramura, decided to pro- tion of site plan and zoning informa- to GCA members gathered at the January 25 meeting, her semi-circular draw- Do you like the urban park? According to the new zoning, it doesn’t exist. duce some Lansdowne visuals him- tion. COMPUTER VISUALIZATIONS ALLANBY TERAMURA OF MACEWEN WATSON TERAMURA ARCHITECTS View looking east up Holmwood from Kettleman’s Bagels ing, which reflected Glebe landmarks, houses and trees, had simply been the A wide range of commercial activities, including a night club, an animal self. He did this in a matter of hours Both the zoning and the stage 1 winning entry in a 1985 contest organized by Glebe businesses. Recently, ef- hospital, a bank, or a parking garage could be placed on the “Great Lawn”. using Google Sketchup, a free soft- site plan have already been approved As next steps, the city still has to the project agreements. The city forts were undertaken by lawyer Frank Oakes to register the logo after Ms. Perhaps there’s some reassurance that they can’t be very tall; the height limit ware tool that anyone can download. by the City of Ottawa. However, the complete the stage 2 site plan, es- is hoping to have all approvals in Coulter graciously agreed to convey her legal ownership and waive her rights for buildings on the lawn is six metres (two storeys). Given what Teramura has been able zoning has been appealed, heritage tablish the governance structure, place by May or June 2011 to al- to the logo in favour of the Glebe Community Association. As the association Would you like to see the extension of Bank Street’s traditional main street to accomplish, one has to wonder approvals have yet to be granted, conclude an arrangement with low construction to be completed continues to utilize the logo as part of its public face, local residents will have atmosphere of shops continue along the Lansdowne strip? According to the what possible impediment prevented and there are some important site the Farmers’ Market, integrate by Spring 2013. a graphic reminder of this artist’s talent and generosity. new zoning, that won’t happen. The properties facing Bank Street could in- the City or OSEG from showing the contamination issues to resolve. In clude residences, a hotel, a municipal services facility and other non-traditional public what the development would addition, the legality of the process the project with the Glebe’s Bank June Creelman is chair of the GCA uses. In addition, the zoning permits buildings up to a maximum height of 16 look like. through which the Lansdowne Part- Street reconstruction and finalize Lansdowne Committee. floors along Bank Street, which is in conflict with the definition of traditional Teramura’s computer-generated nership Plan was developed has been main streets in the city’s own Official Plan. visuals combine the building foot- challenged by the Friends of Lans- Does any of this make sense to you? Well, it doesn’t make sense to the GCA prints approved in the site plan with downe legal challenge. either. It also doesn’t make sense to the Ottawa South Community Association, the Glebe Business Improvement Area, Irene’s Pub, the Glebe Centre (the long term care facility across the street from Lansdowne Park) and eight residents of the Glebe. They have all filed appeals with the OMB. We are working with these groups and individuals to share resources wherever possible. So, back to your $25,000. This is a huge amount of money, and the GCA board did not take the decision lightly. We have never spent this much money on any one issue in our neighbourhood. But we have been saving for a long time “just in case”. We have more money in reserve. And this is the largest piece of property in our neighbourhood. Regardless of whether the current redevelopment plan goes ahead, the new zoning will be here to stay. It has the potential to dramatically alter our neighbourhood for generations to come. So we need to get the zoning right and spending some of our “rainy day fund” is what it’s going to take to do that. Warm up at The Flour Shoppe The GCA is planning a public meeting on the entire redevelopment plans for Seasonal features & specialty coffees now available! the site, including the plans to reconstruct Bank Street in front of Lansdowne. This is a meeting the city should organize, but hasn’t. Watch our website for more news on this. Until then, share your thoughts with us by sending an email to [email protected]. Or come to our next board meeting on Tuesday, February View from Bank Street looking east to Aberdeen Pavilion 22 at 7:30 p.m. at the Glebe Community Centre. 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across the city for almost 34 years. As Karen explains, “When we were two terrific neighbourhoods. We The story of Mrs. Tiggy Winkle’s preparing our business plan, our re- can’t thank our customers enough for is one of the great “local business” search confirmed what we already their loyalty and support during the stories of the Glebe. Owner Maida knew – that parents in the Glebe and last five years.” Anisman lived in the neighbourhood Old Ottawa South value reading and Finally, any discussion of what for many years, and when expecting books. This was shown through book makes a neighbourhood’s business her first child, decided to bring her purchase statistics and library use. community great for families with unique concept for a toy store to life. These two neighbourhoods have a young children must extend be- Maida had always been interested in great range of products and services yond its retail shops. The number John collecting old toys, and wanted to for children and families, and we felt of family-focused services in the Medcof replicate “that look and feel of an old a children’s bookstore would fit right Glebe has also grown in recent years. fashioned toy store.” She wanted it in.” Among these, one that has certainly to be fun and creative, and with little “We also knew that both neigh- put down strong roots in the com- The Glebe has always been a great or no market research, Mrs. Tiggy bourhoods love the idea of being able munity since it opened in November shopping neighbourhood for parents Winkle’s was born (and then her first to walk to the stores and services that 2008 is Acorn Early Learning Centre, and their children, with accessible son, shortly afterwards). Since that they need and feel quite strongly located at 600 Bank Street. Acorn is walking strips, lots of fun, family- time, the store has grown and moved about supporting independent busi- a year-round early childhood educa- friendly stores and numerous restau- into its current location at 809 Bank nesses. We feel very lucky to have tion and care centre for children aged rants and cafes when the little ones Street, added a “Lost Marbles” sec- such loyal customers. The fact that 18 months to 10 years. The centre’s need a break. With the noticeable tion upstairs, opened four additional we all live in this area didn’t hurt, approach to learning is based on best PHOTO: JOHN MEDCOF either.” practices inspired by the Reggio phil- increase in the number of strollers locations in Ottawa and launched PHOTO: JOHN MEDCOF Mrs. Tiggy Winkle’s in the streets in the past few years, a web site for online shopping that One of the things customers have osophy for early childhood educa- 809 Bank Street Acorn Early Learning Centre the neighbourhood has welcomed ships to all corners of Canada. come to appreciate about Kim, Karin tion and their curriculum includes a 613-234-3836 600 Bank Street a number of new businesses with a Mrs. Tiggy Winkle’s general man- and Kelly and their staff over the children’s choir program with a local mrstiggywinkles.ca 613-216-7668 focus on families with young chil- ager Eira MacDonell explains that years is that they know their books. choir teacher, a music and movement acornelc.com dren. These shops and services have the store’s longevity is closely linked Together with their children, they- program and an art program with an neighbourhood with retail success.” the Ottawa Sting Hockey Associa- have read quite a bit of what’s in the artist on staff. joined a business community that to its roots in the community. “As a an important event, to help them to Equally important in making Mrs. tion and is also a strong supporter of store and are prepared to find the Despite the centre’s recent arrival struction site down the street in the includes some well-established des- privately owned company, we are understand it’s importance, to give Tiggy Winkle’s unique are the prod- the Children’s Hospital of Eastern best books to meet families’ needs. in the neighbourhood, the team at preschool room with the introduc- tinations for children. As a result, the able to change with the times, and re- them constructive ways of helping ucts: educational games and puzzles, Ontario (CHEO) and Toy Mountain. Their aim is to provide great book Acorn know the Glebe well after tion of pulleys, and finally, the story family shopping and services scene spond to the needs of our neighbour- and building an understanding, and arts and crafts, baby toys and prod- They are a sponsor for the Family recommendations and products to working in the community for many of Ella, the turtle who was found in the Glebe is more vibrant than hood. We are always ready to listen then to celebrate their achievements.” ucts that are both traditional and Game Summit February 18-20 at the kids, teens and families in Ottawa. years prior to opening. “The Glebe is by the Acorn children at Patterson’s ever before. This month, the Busi- to our customers’ input, and over the The real energy of the centre, ac- trendy. Upscale suppliers ensure that Nepean Sportsplex and all six of their They carry a variety of books aimed a village within a city,” explains the Creek last spring. She is the subject ness Buzz features conversations years, many of the improvements to cording to Joanne, comes from the the quality and safety of all products stores will be offering 20 per cent off at ages 0-16, plus parenting titles, centre’s Executive Director Joanne of a book they wrote and illustrated with the owners of both new and our company have been a direct re- children themselves: “Acorn truly is a priority, with exceptional play all board games on Saturday, Febru- and have recently added a couple of Saunders, “and the families who live which is now being sold as a fund- long-standing Glebe stores that of- sult of customer feedback. Another recognizes each individual child, value. They are affiliated with the ary 18, with in-store gaming contests shelves of great adult fiction. here take their responsibility to take raiser for the turtle shelter looking fer services for families with young neat aspect of our neighbourhood is their gifts and strengths. Our program Toy Testing Council of Ontario, en- and activities. “Our hope is that our store is a care of their village very seriously. after Ella this winter. children to find out how they fit into that over the years, our ‘new parent’ builds on those individual qualities suring all products have been tested If Mrs. Tiggy Winkle’s is one of bright and cheerful place, where we That is what makes the Glebe unique “We are also very excited about the neighbourhood business environ- customers have become ‘grandpar- and their interests which makes the by the most important group of cli- the longest-standing family-focused have the opportunity and privilege to in its culture and one must understand the community support for the three ment and the community as a whole. ent’ customers. And many of our centre ‘their place’. It is their work ents they have – the children. There stores in the Glebe, one of the more chat with and get to know our cus- it to be part of it.” This same sense fundraisers that we did in December No discussion of family shopping young part-time employees from the and achievements which are import- are also the little extras they offer to recent establishments is Kaleido- tomers,” says Karin. “When your of community responsibility guides in which we raised $915 for the Ot- in the Glebe would be complete 1980s are still our customers, bring- ant to the life of the centre. We also set themselves apart: a Thomas the scope Kids’ Books, which was customers are kids and their parents, Acorn’s approach to their work. “We tawa Mission Christmas meals pro- without a chat with the folks at Mrs. ing in their own young families to recognize that children need to have Tank Engine club, free gift-wrapping finally able to move into a perma- it’s such fun to watch the kids grow- believe that the partnership between gram, 375 pounds of food for the Tiggy Winkle’s. It first opened in the shop. Almost all of our employees fun, and build the program to incor- for birthday parties, special in-store nent store at 1018 Bank Street last ing and changing. When our store the centre’s educators, the families Food Bank and many clothing dona- neighbourhood in March of 1977 live in the Glebe, and it has always porate their learning around hands- activities on Saturdays from January July after many years in tempor- first opened some of our customers and the community is one of our tions for The Well,” Joanne explains. and has been a destination store for been like that. Our employees’ on- on activities through their play.” to October and ongoing contests to ary locations. Co-owners Kim Fer- were eight-year-olds coming in with most important aspects and we take “We are always looking for ways local residents and families from going contributions to our store mesh Happy family day! win cool Playmobil sets. guson, Karin Fuller and Kelly Har- their parents to buy the latest Cap- feedback very seriously,” says Jo- to empower children to be part of As a local business, they also place rison can now celebrate their fifth tain Underpants or find out where anne. “When setting up the centre, great emphasis on giving back to anniversary in business in the space Jack and Annie were going next in we established partnerships with par- their community. “We are very sup- where they had planned to be all The Magic Treehouse. Now, those ents who provided us with guidance portive of all requests for donations along. Their location in the Ecocité kids are 13 and stopping in on their as to what was important to their to any event that benefits children,” Building across from Lansdowne own to talk about the books they’re families, as well as with others in the Eira explains, “from our ongoing Park makes the store easily access- reading and pick up some weekend community. Through that process, support of local schools and book ible for customers from both sides of reading – it’s fabulous!” one of the most important partner- donations to raffle and silent auction the Bank Street Bridge, which was To celebrate their five-year anni- ships we established is with The Red items.” Mrs. Tiggy Winkle’s has also among the reasons they chose this versary, Kaleidoscope is holding a Apron which now caters our mostly sponsored local sports teams, such as neighbourhood to open their store. sale from February 12-18 (Saturday organic meals at the centre.” to Friday). Customers will receive Acorn’s learning curriculum is $5 off for every $25 spent. All of the also very connected to the commun- February Special details are available in the store and ity, its culture and its events and on their web site (www.kaleidosco- happenings. Current projects at the pekidsbooks.ca). centre range from building a mini- When asked if there is anything ature three-dimensional model of else she would like to add to the dis- the canal (including the children’s cussion, Karin says “We love our lo- homes, playgrounds, etc.) in the kin- cation and are thrilled to be between dergarten room, to imitating the con-

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Since its founding in 1992, it has served some 1,850 people from countries such as Afghanistan, China, Iraq, Libya, Iran, Thailand, Russia, Somalia, Chile, Vietnam and Colombia. These early efforts pave the way for successful integration into Canadian society and undoubtedly save the govern- ment a substantial amount of money further down the line in terms of other forms of social assistance. On December 24, 2010, ELTOC received some un- welcome news. An e-mail from Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC) informed the or- ganization of a 20 per cent cut in 2011-12 with more to follow next year, explained Glebe resident Jenna William Isabella Soren Ann Thompson, vice-president of Claire Anderson Winslow Maguire Grace Iwasiow Christensen ELTOC and volunteer tutor. “This JANUARY 11, 2010 JANUARY 28, 2010 has a dramatic impact on our pro- JANUARY 11, 2010 JANUARY 12, 2010 gram and the number of women PARENTS: PARENTS: PARENTS: PARENTS: JANINE & JASON ANDERSON we can serve as we already have a CHERILL BAYNHAM & MICHAEL MAGUIRE KATE SWAN & RAFAL IWASIOW HEATHER GEORGE & PETER CHRISTENSEN waiting list” she added. Many tutors are from the Glebe including Valerie Bryce who tutored students for four years. She noted, “I learned about it through word-of-mouth, when I retired. I admired these women and wanted to help them, so I joined ELTOC. They make a Vice-president of ELTOC Ann Thompson match: they do the assessment and find tutors.” Tutors receive an orientation, books, resource materials and support from a group of five counsellors and teachers but don’t need to have formal teaching qualifications. ELTOC also runs workshops for tutors in the evening. Valerie’s first student was a 22-year-old woman from Kuwait with a young baby and two step-children. The student’s husband, though supportive, was busy with work. However, “life was not easy; she was appalled by winter [and Reve McInnes James Gregor Heather apprehensive about our] youth.” The goal was to make her independent. They Dylan Wetherilt Greer William Speirs Moira Caitlin Adderley worked hard together – two hours-a-week. Valerie spent more than two addi- JANUARY 28, 2010 FAMILY DAY MOVIE AT THE MAYFAIR THEATRE MARCH 10, 2010 MARCH 31, 2010 MAY 6, 2010 tional hours gathering and preparing teaching material on various subjects as PARENTS: FREE ADMISSION WITH A DONATION TO THE well as exercises relating to reading and writing and general conversation. This TINA & MATT MCINNES PARENTS: PARENTS: PARENTS: HOSPICE ATSDSC MAY COURT particular student had some formal education from her country, but lacked CAROLINE WETHERILT & COLIN GREER MARY-CATHERINE & ANDREW SPEIRS WENDI CIBULA & DAVID ADDERLEY certain life skills. As a result, topics focused on buying food, talking to a doc- tor or dentist, using a library, accessing banking and social services as well as learning job-specific vocabulary and information for the citizenship test. After eight months of hard work, Valerie said, “She did a lot of growing, put her Back to the Future child in a child-care situation and then progressed to a group-class.” Face-to- face contact is crucial. The tutor is often the newcomer’s only connection with Sunnyside Library baby time Canadian families. February 21st, 2011 Another student was a Somalian woman in her late 40s who was divorced, BABYTIME (0-18 MONTHS) BABYTIME BILINGUAL/BILINGUE BÉBÉS 123 READ WITH ME BAG Doors open at 12:30 p.m. À LA BIBLIO (0-18 MONTHS/ MOIS) with two special-needs children – one a 12-year-old with autism and another Drop-in for babies and parents with stories, The Incredible Directory for parents, Show starts at 1:00 p.m. four-year-old with Down Syndrome. Her case was more challenging. She cer- rhymes, songs and games. Stories, rhymes and songs for babies with parent free board book, information for the tainly was capable as she had run a shop in her home country, but in Canada, Thursdays a.m. (30 min.) Contes, rimes et chansons pour les bébés et parent Every Child Ready to Read approach she could not make herself understood. Her family situation required that she Tuesdays/ mardis p.m./ après-midi (30 min.) be able to read and comprehend medical material as well as to communicate with doctors. ELTOC currently has over 91 volunteers and 150 students, including 50 on Sunnyside Library 1049 Bank Street 613-730-1082 www.BiblioOttawaLibrary.ca the waiting list. The paid support group is already working at over-capacity to meet the needs of students and to match them with volunteers. A drop of 25 per cent over two years from a budget of $350,000 would mean cutting staff and services to the most vulnerable. Are there any other ESL groups that could provide such a service in Ottawa? Several non-profit organizations provide similar free services – church-sponsored English Conversation Group (ECG) at 88 Main Street, every Wednesday, 7:00-8:30 p.m.; the Ottawa Public Li- brary on Monday evenings; Ottawa Catholic Immigration Services Organiza- tion (OCISO) among others, but none provides tutoring at home for those who One free small Mayfair Theatre cannot attend group classes. popcorn and one 1074 Bank Street ELTOC President Kenneth Dunn has written to Jason Kenney, federal Min- free small drink! ister of Immigration and Citizenship, as has Susan Bowers, another Glebe vol- Corner of Bank and Sunnyside unteer. Letters have gone out to Justin Trudeau, Immigration critic for the Lib- eral Opposition and to Olivia Chow of NDP, as well to Eric Hoskins, Ontario Minister of Citizenship and Immigration, John Baird, representing the west end of Ottawa and Jim Watson, our Mayor. MPP Yasir Naqvi has indicated support for alternative funding from the government of Ontario. If the struggle to restore funding is not successful, Afghan women such as Ann Thompson’s current students will be left behind and probably remain marginalized in Can- adian society. Ashwin Shingadia is a Glebe resident with a keen interest in community (613) 233-4488 | www.tracyarnett.com activities. This is not intended to solicit properties already listed for sale 20 Glebe Repor February 11, 2011 Glebe Report February 11, 2011 21

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The term is derived from Old Eng- in concert with Julie Nesrallah Directed by Helene Klodawsky Directed by Rachid Bouchareb lish, which was borrowed from Old French (musique) via Latin from Greek Produced by Ina Fichman, Instinct Films (UK 2009) (mousikē – which translates to “art of the Muses”). The origins of the very BY JANINE (Montreal) and Ravida Din,The National Film Like The Visitor of two or three years ago, Lon- word ‘music’ suggest sounds which make you contemplate, dream, and reflect DRINNAN Board of Canada don River is very much a film of our time. Whilst – if listened to consciously and fastidiously without distraction. The Girls’ Choir of Ottawa isn’t a big film town, but it does have a unique qual- the former dealt with the heightened security Anyone who has ever enjoyed music is aware of its various therapeutic ten- Christ Church Cath- ity about it if the right production comes along. Family Motel atmosphere in post-9/11 America, the latter con- dencies. Perhaps not consciously noted, here are a few ways to challenge and edral Ottawa is one of was just such a film. A feature-length, alternative-drama, it fronts us with the human aftermath of the July modify the role of music in your life as forms of personal therapy: the few all girl cath- takes advantage of the desolate city landscape in Vanier – 2005 bombings in central London that left over 50 Music enhances your current emotional state. This is a pretty straight- edral choirs in North and the struggles the people there experience on a day-to-day people dead. forward concept: when you’re cheerful, you listen to upbeat music; when America ­– perhaps basis. Family Motel introduces Ottawa residents SamSam French-Algerian director Rachid Bouchareb you’re sad, you tend to prefer slower or perhaps melancholy music. When the only such choir in Ahmed and her real teenage daughters Asha and Sagal Jibril, along with a cast of who, in his previous outing, brought us the historical World War II drama you’re getting ready for a big game, you listen to music that will increase Canada. Its members first-time performers. Les Indigènes / Days of Glory, has worked on a smaller, more human-scale adrenaline. The key is to know which artists and/or songs complement your come from across Ot- The story focuses on a Somalian family split apart because of civil war back in this picture. London River introduces the viewer to two individuals who moods. Consciously using musical accompaniment aligned with your mental tawa including the home. A mother and her two daughters flee to Canada, leaving the rest of their could scarcely offer more of a contrast as they each find themselves search- state acts as a natural mood enhancement. Glebe and join the family behind in order to find a better life. The mother takes on two jobs which ing for their children in the wake of the bus/subway bombings. Elizabeth Music alters your current emotional state. Imagine a bad day. Suddenly, choir through a two- allows her to send money home when she can to support her husband and other Sommers (British actress Brenda Blethyn in perhaps her best turn since you are surprised by hearing your favourite song on the radio. This should way selective process. children. This puts a financial strain on her. As there isn’t enough money left over Secrets and Lies) is a white Christian woman who lives alone on a rustic evoke pleasure, if only temporarily, or perhaps even flip your mood entire- New choristers start to pay the rent, they are evicted. They end up in a dingy motel that houses those farm on the Island of Guernsey. Ali Ousmane is a French-speaking African ly. Alternatively, music with a high number of beats per minute (e.g. metal, by attending regular who are on the edge of survival – where prostitutes, pimps and drug dealers eke Muslim who has lived in France for the past 15 years and works in the trance) has been shown to increase anxiety and distress in those not predis- Thursday rehearsals out borderline lives. forestry service where he “protects trees”, as he puts it. He is played by posed to such styles of music. A factor why portable music players are so and Sunday services; Family Motel reflects what happens to many immigrant families who are placed the late Burkinan actor, Sotigui Kouyaté, a tall man whose long dreadlocks popular is due to the fact that people can envelop themselves in music that suits the choir is presented in motel rooms until they can afford low-cost housing. The film crew spent 12 and dignified countenance lend gravitas to the proceedings. them individually, anywhere. with new music each days filming at the Concord Motel in Vanier. The film did not use professional ac- We first glimpse Elizabeth working the land on her Guernsey farm; Ali Be aware of your auditory environment. There are times when therapy is Thursday for Sunday tors. Rather, the people played themselves which gave freshness to the production. Ousmane, looking as though he is on a pilgrimage, is seen suitcase and less about action and more driven by the setting you choose. If you were trying morning services. For The actors didn’t read lines from a script. They improvised. Social workers were walking stick in hand walking in a forest in France. These two have more to lose weight, would you surround yourself with chips, candy and soda? Of those who are ready cast in various family-services roles. They were familiar with the professional vo- in common than they think: Ali has not seen his son since he was six. Eliza- course not! The same concept applies to hearing sounds around you. Being in for the quick pace of cabulary, so it was decided that real social workers would be best in this situation. beth, we gather, has little idea what her daughter has been up to for the past an environment where harsh, abrasive, potentially offensive sounds are pum- new music often sung Family Motel also includes Ottawa artists, John P. Kelly, Irish theatre director few years. When news of the UK bombings breaks, neither son nor daughter meling you will affect your mental state. By being aware of the sounds around in three-part harmony of SevenThirty Productions who plays a homeowner, Peter Adamakos, who owns – both live in Finsbury Park – can be raised on the phone. Ali and Elizabeth you, and those which disarm you, you can determine where you feel more or a cappella in vari- Disada Productions Ltd, a live-action/animation production company in Ottawa begin their journeys to London. ous languages (Latin, and plays a building superintendent, Poet/photographer Barbara Gray, who plays comfortable and naturally avoid those places where you do not. POSTER DESIGN: ROBERT DRINNAN, PHOTO OF GIRLS’ CHOIR: BARBARA BROWN The director takes his time, building his narrative slowly. Our protagon- French, German, etc.), a motel resident, and Derek MacKinnon, who starred in the 1980 horror feature Actively listen to music. When is the last time you stopped and actually ists are like two solitudes following separate but, parallel, paths to the same this is the place they eventually call the Canadian Forces string ensemble film Terror Train with Jamie Lee Curtis and David Copperfield, and plays the listened to a song in its entirety? Listen to the harmonies, instrumentations and destination. A photo showing son and daughter together turns up and our their second home. The choir requires and in July, travelled to Washington transvestite at the motel. lyrics. Take the time to stop whatever you are doing, to sit down and fully hear two solitudes meet, or rather, collide. Elizabeth, who is experiencing major dedication and a huge time commit- D.C. where they sang two evensong Available at the Ottawa Public Library. and appreciate music. Make note of the way the music makes you feel. culture shock in Finsbury Park – “This place is crawling with Muslims” ment, but the return is immeasurable. services at the National Cathedral, Take chances. More often than not, we reach for what is familiar. However, she complains on the phone to her brother – is now seriously alarmed. Her The girls receive some of the best and presented a series of concerts at My Family and Other Animals daughter and his son together? What is going on here? In her panic, she familiarity breeds boredom and can cause musical listening ‘ruts’. Don’t be choral education in the city. the Canadian Embassy, in Maryland afraid to step outside of your musical realm to try new music. Who knows, you Based on the book by Gerald Durrell manages to get Ousmane arrested, until an understanding constable is able Last year’s annual gala concert and Virginia. The choir also partici- Directed by Sheree Folkson, Masterpiece Theatre to sort them out and get them back on the right track. Brenda Blethyn is may surprise yourself and find something exciting! pated in installation ceremonies for and silent auction featuring Antonio The drama is Gerald Durrell’s classic account of growing up on the Greek is- formidable in these scenes as we watch her struggling with her middle-class Megan Marshall is the manager of Compact Music on Bank Street and the new Governor General in Octo- Vivaldi’s Gloria and special guest land of Corfu in the 1930s. Twelve-year-old Gerald is fascinated by animals. He prejudices in an effort to reach out to Ousmane, which she must do if they regularly reviews local music events and artists. ber, and performed for the Governor soloist Shannon Mercer was a re- collects them and studies them. They overrun the family home where they crawl, are to locate their children. General and the Prime Minister in sounding success. This year’s Songs creep and occupy every corner of the house. Director Bouchareb is delivering messages in this film, messages about the Senate Foyer on December 9. of Fervour promises to be equally The acting is superb in this tale of adventures and challenges in a series of coun- tolerance, understanding and our shared humanity, but this viewer did not Also in December, the choir was one memorable with an eclectic selection try villas, away from the rest of society on the brink of war. The characters are mind as the themes are artfully conveyed. In the end, the film works because of three local choirs to sing at the of works by Baldassare Galuppi, Eric diverse and entertaining. Eldest son, Larry, is a writer who is soon to be the famous the issues arising from the narrative are resolved in a plausible, authentic Whitacre and Timothy Piper, and annual Delegation to the European Laurence Durrell; the next son, Leslie, is obsessed with guns, while the daughter, fashion without recourse to a contrived ending. featured guest soloist Julie Nesral- Union’s Christmas Concert at Notre Margo, is at an age where all she thinks about is flirting with men. In English/French with English subtitles: 87 minutes. lah. The event takes place Saturday, Dame Basilica, an event attended by Good film for the entire family. Available at the Ottawa Public Library. Available at Glebe Video. March 5 at Christ Church Cathedral 1,300 people. Ottawa. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. for Ottawa’s own Julie Nesrallah, the silent auction (cash or cheques an extremely versatile singer and only accepted) and the concert be- actress, is at ease in a variety of PREVENTIVE HEALTH CARE gins at 7:30 p.m. The silent auction musical styles. Her high standards FOR YOUR PET Scott Bradley of musical excellence are recog- continues during intermission, and ♥ for Ottawa Centre a cash wine/soft drinks bar will be nized throughout North America Vaccinations available. and abroad. 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ON–4499356/4499372 | BC–33127/34799/34798 | QC–7002238 | Canadian owned. 26 Glebe Report February 11, 2011 MPP’S REPORT SCHOOLS Glebe Report February 11, 2011 27 A winter update Interim accommodation solutions for the Glebe schools Yasir Naqvi, MPP Ottawa Centre Winter has certainly arrived in Ot- Readers probably know generally At this point from my perspective, neither basic short-term option for First invites you to a Pre-Budget Consultation tawa. With cold temperatures and snow about the major current space crunch Avenue can be said to be congruent with a long range alignment because it is comes Winterlude and skating along the at First Avenue Public School. To re- hard to speculate on the long range future at this time. We will have to wait to canal, which means hot chocolate and cap briefly, First Avenue and other area assess the total relative disruptive effect of the two options until later stages in An open discussion about the 2011 Ontario Budget Beaver Tails – my favourite part! schools will need several months of dis- the process when the impact of implementation can be analyzed. For example, As you enjoy all our city has to offer I want your feedback. cussion to find the best long term solu- the temporary move of Junior Kindergarten children could pose concerns for during the winter, I want to give you a tion, taking several factors into account. walking, caregiver and classroom arrangements which would have to be miti- Where should the Government of Ontario be investing your money? quick update on some important provin- That process will start either by March gated by application of appropriate transport resources, room fit-ups and care- How can we work together MPP cial initiatives. Trustee Rob or April of this year. What is before us ful transition planning. Mutchmor is the designated Glebe neighbourhood Best to build our community and grow our economy? Yasir Start hub centre for young children and also will need fit-ups in time for all- HYDRO REBATE Campbell now is the question of what sort of short- Your Input is Important! Join our discussion at the Naqvi Last fall, our government introduced term relief to provide First Avenue for day learning. In another scenario, the Grade 6 move would generate a smaller the Ontario Clean Energy Benefit OCDSB this coming September, to buy the time Grade 6 EFI presence in an otherwise 7/8 English and LFI (late French im- Old Ottawa South Community Centre (OCEB), which provides a 10 per cent to have a much needed, more in-depth mersion) school. This could be mitigated with careful coordination and class- 260 Sunnyside Avenue discount to help consumers manage rising electricity prices for the next five discussion. room resourcing. Adding Elgin Street Public School (also crowded) Grade 6s Saturday, February 26, 1-3 p.m. years. The OCEB will help more than four million residential consumers and INTERIM SOLUTIONS to build a more robust cohort as a temporary solution really does start to move more than 400,000 small businesses, farms and other consumers with 10 per away from a temporary solution to a permanent one, without fair discussion of RSVP to 613-722-6414 or [email protected] Ideally, the interim solution selected will be the one least disruptive to put cent off their total electricity bill (including tax). This will help families; it will in place that can also endure for a year or so. It should be the one most natur- other long-term options. help hard-working small business owners; and it will make a difference for ally aligned with long-term directions, if those are in line with the community While some would like to see Hopewell MFI (middle French immersion) Ontario’s farms. consensus, and the one most easily unwound if actually not compatible with move to Mutchmor as one part of a general long-term solution, others do The OCEB was effective as of January 1, 2011. Hydro Ottawa has confirmed the long-term solution eventually arrived at. It is a lot to ask of an interim solu- not see this as the best solution. It does not look as if relieving Hopewell of that they have updated their software and invoicing systems, and will begin ap- tion. When the long-term solution is arrived at, perhaps a year from now, it is pressure is actually imperative for next year, as is the case for First Avenue. plying the rebate immediately. You should be seeing the 10 per cent discount possible that several changes may be made across several schools, some done Hopewell will need to lose some program, grades or catchment as part of its on your next hydro bill. Should you have any questions about your bill or the simultaneously and some to be phased in. It should bring closure to Capital general solution, soon though. Consistent with the idea of disrupting as few FIRST AVENUE PUBLIC SCHOOL rebate, please do not hesitate to contact my office. Ward accommodations questions for some years to come and so some more students as possible, and unless a strong argument is made in favour of starting ANNUAL BOOK SALE 2011 BED BUGS general disruption might be seen as justified. to relieve Hopewell pressures now, we should limit ourselves to addressing On January 10, our government announced that we will invest in local public The two main choices for interim solutions for First Avenue are: moving JK the problem at First Avenue for next September, pending the larger discussion. health unit programs and support local initiatives that are aimed at preventing students away temporarily and then moving them back, or moving out Grade I’m not sure myself yet which short-term solution for First Avenue is best. THURSDAY APRIL 7 4 pm – 9 pm and managing infestations of bed bugs. We are investing $5 million to help the 6 students to Glashan (Hopewell does not have the interim space and Glashan As noted above, there is yet lots of room for dialogue over the next month or 36 public health units across Ontario deliver bed bug-related programs that does), and presumably keeping that cohort there to complete intermediate so before settling on an interim solution. FRIDAY APRIL 8 10 am – 9 pm emphasize coordination with other local services, education and awareness school. Staff recommended the first option in their December report which Rob Campbell SATURDAY APRIL 9 10 am – 5 pm and/or provide supports to vulnerable populations. they presented January 10 to about 180 members of the public at Glebe Col- 613-323-7803 In addition, www.bedbugsinfo.ca has been launched. This website features legiate. [email protected] SUNDAY APRIL 10 10 am - 3 pm tools to give people a one-stop-shop to get accurate information and simple, The consultation process allowed for public input to be received for formal www.ocdsb.ca easy-to-use tips to combat infestations. The province is also distributing a staff synthesis up until January 24. On the basis of this input, and further in- guide, An Integrated Pest Management Program for Managing Bed Bugs, ternal discussion among staff, a final staff report and recommendation on an to stakeholders on how to identify bed bug infestations, perform inspections interim solution should be issued during the week of Feb 7. Members of the properly, prepare living areas for treatment and carry out pest treatments. public now have the opportunity to review the report in order to be able to We know that bed bugs can devastate a community, and that is why we are speak to trustees at a special community delegations evening scheduled for moving forward to provide resources to tackle these infestations once and Monday, February 17. The following week, trustees are to meet to decide on for all. the best interim solution. It is important that this decision be made by the end KINDNESS WEEK of February, maybe mid-March at the latest, in order for 2011-12 staff plan- On September 17, 2009, the Legislative Assembly passed a unanimous mo- ning decisions to be made. Though the formal input period to staff is now over, tion to recognize the third week of February as Kindness Week in Ontario. formal delegations and other input to trustees can continue unabated up until Kindness Week is an opportunity for people to celebrate simple acts of kind- the end of February. So, we have some time yet. ness and good will toward their fellow citizens. It was the idea of our own FEEDBACK AND SUGGESTED SOLUTIONS Rabbi Reuven Bulka of Congregation Machzikei Hadas. Running successfully I have received a fair amount of mail on this subject. Much of it has been for the past three years, Kindness Week involves thousands of citizens and helpful with respect to long-term ideas and solutions. It seems clear to me, at volunteers who engage in acts of kindness across the city. Examples include the time of writing, that there is not sufficient consensus on a long-term vision. simple tasks such as opening doors or buying your co-worker a coffee, all the For some, moving Grade 6 from First Avenue to Glashan permanently makes way to volunteering or raising money for charity. The important goal is to get sense, and they argue this solution should guide the short-term also. How- people thinking about how they can be better to one another. ever, others suggest solutions such as additional local EFI (English- French I encourage you to join us and make Kindness Week 2011 a tremendous suc- immersion programming) space given the demand, and keeping Grade 6 Glebe cess. Kindness Week will run from February 18 to 25 and is a great opportun- EFI students more local. Community views may evolve however over the next ity to get engaged in the community. Round up your co-workers, family and month. friends and spend the day volunteering at a local charity, helping a neighbour What probably cannot happen is to host all program options (English, Gifted in need or rolling up your sleeves to donate blood. You can join any number of English, Early Immersion, Middle Immersion) all grades JK-8 along with the Kindness Week events listed at www.kindottawa.ca or you can plan your own. new all-day learning for JK/SK students entirely within the Glebe. That is, FAMILY DAY unless we somehow find a way to expand Mutchmor (no ability to expand I will be hosting my annual Family Day Skating Party on February 21 from further at First Avenue) or look at alternative solutions. Some more discussion 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. at the Fisher Park Rink, on the corner of Harmer Street North is needed. Alternative elementary education for the Glebe is hosted at Lady and Java Street (behind Fisher Park School). Bring your family and friends and Evelyn Alternative School in Old Ottawa East for instance. join us for a skate, hot chocolate and cookies. As always, please do not hesitate to contact me if I can be of any help to you. Hope to see you on the 21st.

Yasir Naqvi 613-722-6414 Photo: Glebe Report [email protected] Do you have books to donate?

We are collecting children’s and adults’ gently used Family Day Skating Party books (fiction and non-fiction), CDs, DVDs. Yasir Naqvi, MPP would like to invite We cannot accept encyclopedias, magazines, textbooks, you and your family to join him computer manuals, Harlequin romances, Readers’ Digest. for a skate and a hot chocolate at the Fisher Park outdoor rink on Family Day. Our collection week is MARCH 28 – 31 at First Avenue School Monday, February 21 73 First Avenue at O’Connor St. 1-3 p.m. Daytimes, and evenings from 7-8pm Fisher Park Outdoor Rink Corner of Harmer Street North and Java Street Coldwell Banker Rhodes & Company... Our Community Collection Day is SAT., MARCH 26 (behind Fisher park School) To arrange for a pick-up from your home, moving.....forward! please call Catherine Waters at 613.204.4791 Strap on your skates, grap your family and enjoy the afternoon with us! For more information, call us at 613-722-6414. See you at the rink! or email us at [email protected] www.cbrhodes.com 613.236.9551 28 Glebe Report February 11, 2011 SCHOOLS SCHOOLS Glebe Report February 11, 2011 29 Getting to know What’s happening Des nouvelles de First Sweet Love... our GCNS teachers at Mutchmor Avenue – that’s news BY SEEMA AKHTAR BY ISABELLE FLANNIGAN The Glebe Co-operative Nursery School (GCNS)is lucky to have three won- Because First Avenue Public School is a French immersion centre, we derful teachers: Vicky Hadd, Joan Robidoux and Cindy Lebreton, who do a thought we would extend the French language out to our readership and in- fabulous job teaching our children every day. They engage them, stimulate clude some French in our Glebe Report article. them, entertain them, and they are a tremendous source of support for us par- Cette année, les élèves de First Avenue participeront encore une fois dans ents too! Over the next few months, we’ll highlight each of our teachers so that un danse-o-thon. Le vendredi 11 février, nous mettrons de la musique et nos you can get to know them better. souliers de danse. Chaque classe aura un tour pour aller se dégourdir les jam- bes et s’amuser avec d’autres enfants du même niveau. Les enfants ont déjà This month, get to know commencé à collecter des fonds pour plusieurs initiatives dans l’école. Une Cindy Lebreton: 151B Second Ave. (just steps from Bank St.) partie des fonds sera aussi réservée pour quelques charités. Des élèves de 4e My favourite colour: green. 613-233-7277 et de 5e année profiteront aussi de cette occasion pour organiser une vente My favourite food: cheese, de gâteaux. Les enfants pourront s’acheter une collation en sortant du danse- chocolate. o-thon. Nous remercions les gens de la communauté qui contribuent à notre My favourite book: To Kill a Your from scratch, small-batch, neighbourhood bakeshop danse-o-thon d’année en année. Mockingbird. C-O-N-G-R-A-T-U-L-A-T-I-O-N-S to our many students in Grades 4, 5 and My favourite movie: What’s 6 who participated in this year’s English Spelling Bee at First Avenue. Well www.secondavenuesweets.ca Eating Gilbert Grape and The done, Lucy in Grade 6 and Meg in Grade 5 who placed second and third re- Little Mermaid. spectively, and especially to our champion Ben in Grade 6. We wish Ben luck What do I do when I have an as he completes a written bee in an attempt to qualify for the regional finals hour of free time: Craft! for Canspell 2011. My favourite memory from Nos classes de 1re à 6e année ont commencé à profiter du Canal Rideau pour my childhood: I have so many... aller patiner pendant leurs périodes d’éducation physique. Nos amis de mater- PHOTO: SEEMA AKHTAR One in particular I can think of Fall & Winter 70% off! nelle iront aussi patiner bientôt. Nous sommes tellement chanceux d’avoir la Cindy Lebreton is that my father had heart dis- It’s our end of season plus longue patinoire au monde derrière notre école. ease when I was a little girl and BIG The Journalism Club is back for its fourth year, this year taking place on sale. Lots of great had to pull over the car regularly to take some meds for his heart. Once on our Wednesday nights to avoid a conflict with Thursday night’s ski club. Each items to choose from. way visiting family out East he had pulled the car over and I thought he had year, the club publishes our school newspaper, The Echo. In the club, students to take his meds. He was looking through his bag for something and ended up Fall & winter fashions PHOTO: LARRY STONEBRIDGE learn how newspapers are organized, gather information and conduct inter- pulling out his camera. I looked over to the side of the road and saw a farmer’s all 70% off. Grade 5 student group with their developing entry for the Mutchmor Robotics views, write newspaper articles and practise the writing process, learn about field covered entirely with white daisies: it looked like snow, it was so beauti- Tournament. the various roles of writer, editor, proofreader, photographer and publisher, New cruise and spring ful. I’ll never forget the way it looked. recognize and use proofreading symbols, create and use a style guide and meet arriving weekly. My favourite thing about working with young children: They make me BY LARRY STONEBRIDGE and talk to real life journalists. laugh, their innocence and the look in their eyes when they learn something On Monday, January 10, a community consultation meeting regarding in- It’s fun to shop at... new. terim student accommodations for the Glebe and Old Ottawa South for Sep- Isabelle Flannigan is vice-principal of First Avenue Public School. The funniest thing I’ve ever been told by a kid: There are so many things tember 2011, was held in the Glebe Collegiate Auditorium. Many options were over the years the children have said that have made me giggle. This year so presented by the school board to address overcrowding at First Avenue Public far, one three-year-old child got into the paint at the easel, started using her School and Hopewell Public School. Many of the proposed options will affect hands, got it all over her clothes, her hair, the floor and everywhere. After Mutchmor Public School for this coming September. Community members in www.theclothessecret.com asking her to go wash her hands, she said, “Well, you weren’t watching, so I attendance were given the opportunity to express their concerns and provide NEW PATIENTS WELCOME Mon. - Wed.: 10 - 5:30 • Thurs. & Fri.: 10 - 7 • Sat.: 10 - 5 • Sun.: 12 - 4 wanted to be mischievous.” suggestions to the board representatives. If you were unable to attend, and 613-730-9039 1136 Bank Street (1 1/2 blocks south of Sunnyside) Ottawa ON K1S 3X6 The wisest thing I’ve ever been told by a kid: Once day I said to the class would like more information concerning this issue, the full study is available I was going to run to the washroom and be right back. One child responded, at www.ocdsb.ca/sch/as/Pages/CentretownGlebeOldOttawaSouth.aspx “You shouldn’t run, you might flip over.” You can also provide your comments electronically at CentretownGle- Dr Pierre Isabelle Julie Teskey Dog or cat? Cat, I have two. [email protected]. The board is expected to make its final decision The final word: I am so blessed to have this job, to be working with Vicky regarding student accommodations by late February. Dr Mathieu Tremblay Call to start planning your move. and Joan, to be in the community centre where there are so many great people, MUTCHMOR EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES Tel 613.236.9560 Tel 613.563.1155 [email protected] to be working in such a great neighbourhood where there are amazing families Mutchmor School is lucky to have so many teachers who volunteer to enrich as well as amazing children. Thank you all for making GCNS such a great the children’s school experience with extracurricular activities. Here is what GLEBE DENTAL CENTRE place to work. the school has planned for your children this year. FIFTH AVENUE COURT-EVENING APPOINTMENTS Julie Teskey UPCOMING GCNS EVENTS DRAMA CLUB The Great Glebe Grape Draw will take place on February 27, 2011. (Staff: Angela Ward, Chloe Lambert, Irini Gagnon and Kim Hodges) OPEN MONDAY-FRIDAY Please contact [email protected] to get your tickets (three for $10 The Mutchmor Drama Club is currently rehearsing for their annual perform- sales representative or one for $4). You could win amazing prizes: wine, of course, and many great Charmer ance of yet another original play written by Chloe Lambert and starring stu- Co-Op -New York style products and gift certificates from local restaurants and shops. dents from Grades 5 and 6. This year the play is entitled Elias and the Terrible, For appointments call 613-234-6405 The GCNS is having an open house on Tuesday, March, 8-9:30 a.m. Drop Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Bowie Boys. Tentative dates are: dress rehearsal, * 3 bedrm plus den by, meet the teachers, and get a tour of the classroom. Thursday, May 19 and evening performance, Friday, May 20. More informa- * superb location Despite the snow and cold weather, children who are 2 ½ and older still go tion will follow. E outside to play every day, and they love it! The school has space available for ENVIROCUBS G * fireplace your 2 ½ to 4 ½ year old in the Monday to Thursday afternoon program from (Staff: Rhonda Birenbaum) A 1-3:30 p.m. Please contact us at 613- 233-9708 or [email protected], or * only 6 units in building. The Environment Club for students in Grades 1 and 2 has begun. The group visit www.glebepreschool.com to register. COMPUTER HELP IN YOUR HOME held their first meeting on January 10. This year’s annual challenge is to com-

KER $490,000 Seema Akhtar is the communications chair for GCNS and mother of three plete “ten acts of green” by Earth Day. This year the group is focusing on re- O children. use, the often-overlooked “R” in reduce, re-use, recycle. Anyone in Grade 1 or WE COME TO YOU TO fIx Victorian Town Grade 2 can join. EnviroCubs meet Mondays at 2:30 p.m. in Room 26. COMPUTER PRObLEMs. . BR * beautifully renovated ROBOTICS CLUB (Staff: Kim Hodges with parent volunteer Ian Dudley) Compu-Home is a highly TD * 2 full baths regarded family business located Matt McQuillan The Mutchmor Robotics Club meets twice a week to build and program their unique robots. On Saturday, January 22, Mutchmor hosted a robotics Y L * stunning kitchen Master Electrician right near you. Service is honest, T tournament at the Glebe Community Centre with 22 teams from local schools L reliable, affordable and prompt. 613-731-5954

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RE 28 years of experience in resalessi drepreesentativential homes and condos 613-850-8274 Larry Stonebridge is a Grades 3-4 teacher at Mutchmor Public School. Malcolm and John Harding 30 Glebe Report February 11, 2011 SCHOOLS SPORTS Glebe Report February 11, 2011 31 Glashan and newcomers go Ice guardians make way for winter fun kids are taking more of the running (who supervised the Mutchmor rink hand in hand of it now. It’s nice to have them come for 20 years before Boomgaardt took in. It’s the young guys who really over in 2007) to take care of the very make this organization run.” much needed outdoor rinks in the Luc Lavictoire, the division man- downtown core,” Lavictoire said in ager with the Arenas and Outdoor an email response. Rinks program of Ottawa, said the Andrew Cranford, a former Glebe city is greatly appreciative of the resident who headed onto the ice at dedicated volunteers who balance Mutchmor on a cold Sunday evening work and family life while also this past winter, said he returns to his heading out to the community rink home rink whenever he can. “I find it to help out. He said the Glebe Me- really cleaner and a bit sharper ice,” morial and Mutchmor rinks are two Cranford said, comparing it to other of 120 supervised in the city, with city rinks. “The crowd is friendly and Brown’s Inlet being a non-funded you can make up a team with who- ice. “We couldn’t have better rink ever’s there.” operators than George Boomgardt, Jamie Harkins is the sports repor- Dudley Coyle or Lorenzo Cacciatto ter for the Glebe Report. PHOTO: SEAN OUSSOREN Some of Glashan’s newest students learning English BY TAYLOR, HARRIET, charades and pointing. When you PHOTO: SOO HUM KAMAL AND JOSH meet the students, their spoken Eng- The Rink Rats at Glendale have new members to keep their rink going for Imagine coming to a new country lish is the first language skill to be years to come. acquired, but it’s really the writing and knowing very little about that BY JAMIE HARKINS other neighbours,” Boomgaardt said. place. Imagine leaving behind all and reading that are the hardest. On your nightly winter walks in “A lot of the older neighbours know that you know, including extended This program helps the students the Glebe, are you hearing screams each other, but when you move here family, friends and familiar places. succeed in both the long and the of “goal” punctuated by the bang- in September and you’re going to Imagine being able to speak very short term. In the short term, they ing of sticks and slicing of blades on Carleton, these guys are meeting up little of the language in this new will be able to join English classes ice? From one end of the Glebe to here and there, and there are prob- place. This is the reality for some and to talk more easily to the rest of the other on a cold night this scen- ably a lot of connections made that of Glashan School’s students who the students. This helps them not to ario should come as no surprise. way.” have come to Canada from countries feel like outsiders. The long term ef- Young skaters of the area and their Dudley Coyle, who volunteers his around the world including Somalia, fect is that it will be easier for them parents are just enjoying the three time along with his fellow 22-mem- Vietnam, China, Cambodia, Thai- to go to college or university and get outdoor hockey rinks that are open ber strong group of “Rink Rats” to land, Pakistan, Afghanistan, Russia, great jobs. In high school, students every evening and weekend in the run the Glendale rink, said his ice is Kazakhstan and Spain, to name just must take English every year and for children whose first language community thanks to the volunteers a perfect place for dads and young- a few. sters to learn the game of hockey and that donate their time and energy to PHOTO: SOO HUM Glashan tries to help these students is not English, it’s more difficult. If keep the playing surfaces puck ready. the finer points of team-play. He said and their families adapt to the new they don’t succeed in English, they Sunny Saturday morning brings out skaters of all abilities. “I’ve always felt it’s a good thing to having a rink without boards tends surroundings, settle in, and prepare won’t be able to go on to college or keep the community going,” said to keep away the “big guys with the themselves for life in Canada. One university. Some of these students George Boomgaardt, who volunteers slapshots,” creating a more friendly way that we do this is through the will go back to their home coun- his time to keep the Mutchmor rink and open environment for the little school board’s multicultural liaison try, but most of them will stay here. on Fourth Avenue open. “It’s a long guys. “They go at night and they officer or MLO program. It provides Knowing English will give them tradition,” he said. “When you’re look forward to it,” said Coyle. “It’s support, translation, and access to re- better job opportunities and they talking to people, everybody says I a place for the young kids to play sources for our newest students and will be able to understand English remember as a kid when I was skat- a shinny game and enjoy it. Every-  their families. There are a total of 16 much better.  ing on a rink, whether it was here or body plays, so there is no restrictive MLOs in our board and the one that Outside of class, Glashan does NOTICE OF OPEN HOUSE #2 where they grew up or wherever. It rink and everybody helps shoveling.  works at Glashan is Ms. Huong Thai, other things to make students new Carling Avenue, O-Train to Bronson Avenue brings back a lot of special people.” It’s a nice community-based thing.” who is often called when a family to the country feel welcome. For  only speaks Vietnamese. MLOs example, they host many different The City of Ottawa has identified the need for infrastructure rehabilitation for  go from school to school, which sports tournaments not just for the Carling Avenue, between the O-Train crossing and Bronson Avenue.  means they are “school-based but students to have fun but also, for the Specifically, the work required includes: not school-bound” as Ms. Thai says. parents to come watch the students • Reconstruction of the asphalt pavement; MLOs are also called on for events and to mingle with other parents. • Construction of new curbs and sidewalks; such as open houses or information It’s a great way for parents to get in- • Rehabilitation or replacement of sewers and watermain;  nights, to provide support for fam- volved with their children’s lives. In • Street lighting upgrade;  ilies who may need it. They also try addition, Glashan holds a multicul- • Replacement of traffic control signals; and to be accessible in the community; tural potluck dinner in May where  • Landscaping. they are easy to find and are called people from every country bring This project is being planned under Schedule A+ of the Municipal Class Environ- upon when needed. a “native dish” to share with other mental Assessment guidelines. Issues of concern and proposed design alter- Another fantastic resource that Glashan families. Everyone there  natives for Carling Avenue have been reviewed based on the public’s comments, Glashan has its English as a second has a chance to try food from every during meetings with community representatives, and meetings with City staff.  language (or ESL) program. We country and celebrate the diversity of An Open House to present the preliminary design for the project is planned interviewed the main ESL teacher our school. as follows:  Mrs. Kathy Turnbull, who has had 21 Being new to a country is not easy  years of experience, to ask her ques- and we at Glashan try hard to make You’re invited: tions about how she works with the sure that everyone feels as welcome OPEN HOUSE  students and how they learn. Even as possible in their new home, Can- Wednesday, March 2, 2011 from 5 to 7:30 p.m. though there are five different levels ada. Dow’s Lake Pavillion (Vista Room) of language fluency in her class right Taylor, Harriet, Kamal, and Josh 1001 Queen Elizabeth Drive, are students at Glashan Public Ottawa, Ontario

now, the students are all beginners. PHOTO: SOO HUM To start out she uses a lot of pictures, School. Guys both big and small play within the boards at Mutchmor rink At the open house you will be able to review the proposed plans and related objectives, provide comments and bring forth any issues that have not yet been  identified. Representatives from the City, the consulting team and the Ward

 The Mutchmor rink is the lone Coyle said he has been volunteer- Councillors will be available to discuss the project and answer your questions.   ice rink with boards in the Glebe  ing with the Rink Rats for the past 25 Your input is an important part of the consultation process.  and is located mid-way between the years and that it is the City of Ottawa   snowboard surfaces of the Glebe For more information and/or to submit comments, please contact:   outdoor rinks program which has  Memorial on Glendale at one end helped the most in keeping the ice Luke Foley, P. Eng.  and Brown’s Inlet off the Ottawa  open and hospitable. He added that Project Engineer  Canal, on the other. All three cater new members of the Rats are com- Design and Construction Municipal West  to the hockey-crazed youth of the ing out to help each winter and this Infrastructure Services Department area and of course, their Ottawa has assured that the rink will keep 100 Constellation Crescent, Ottawa, ON K2G 6J8 Senators worshipping parents. “It running for years to come. “I think E-mail: [email protected]

really gets people out and it’s very the rink will be around a lot longer Phone: (613) 580-2424, Ext. 29741 Ad # 05-7074-10764 locally focused, especially with the than I’ll be around,” he said. “What Fax: (613) 580-2587 younger guys, the college guys and   happens is the younger guys with the Comments on this open house should be submitted by Friday, March 11, 2011. 32 Glebe Report February 11, 2011 VOLUNTEERING VOLUNTEERING Glebe Report February 11, 2011 33 From the Glebe to Africa Dreaming big You can help in April, BY CAROLINE BROWN Continuing the African theme, the to support others Back in the late fall, the Glebe-St. Baobab Youth Performers danced Canadian Cancer Society James United Church erupted with and drummed after the grandmother’s BY CHRISTINA DANIELEWSKI energy after an unlikely gang of cul- lunch. The appearance of 22 energet- prits took over the building: grand- ic youth led by Kathy Armstrong was After a long, cold winter, the first signs of spring are always a welcome mothers. You may not have heard an effective addition to the grand- sight. There are familiar reminders: a crisp, fresh feeling in the air, the first of the Stephen Lewis Foundation’s mothers’ campaign. ‘Baobab’ refers blossoms in the flower garden or finally being able to trade your toque for an Grandmothers to Grandmothers to a resilient African tree and the umbrella. For many residents of the Glebe, one of the most important signs of Campaign, but the Ottawa grand- Baobab Community offers classes spring is the arrival of a Canadian Cancer Society volunteer canvasser at the mothers who were there that day for all ages in West African drum- door. East of Bank, this initiative is spearheaded by a group of dedicated team made sure you left in the know. ming, singing and dancing. Through captains – Jackie Byrne, Allison Dingle, Pennie Eagen, Susan Firestone and In the Glebe, Grammas to Ambu- group performances and educational Ginny Haysom – and raises about $15,000 each year. yas including Sheila Jenkins, Carol workshops, the participants learn In recent years, students from Glebe Collegiate have come together and MacLeod, Glynis Doorbar, Anne about themselves and their place in blitzed Glebe streets west of Bank with a goal to see how much they could help Joyce, Laura Tanner, Sulini Saru- the world. Such lessons are invalu- raise in a single evening. Thanks to the students’ determination and the gen- gaser and Barb Coyle, meet monthly able in a universe where globaliza- erosity of Glebe residents, almost $20,000 was raised in 2010. Unfortunately, at Corpus Christi School. Together tion is reducing the divisions among this year, Glebe residents west of Bank St. will not be greeted by students at with Capital Grannies and Ammas countries. For information, visit their doors. for Grammas, they make up just www.baobabtree.org. The Ottawa unit of the Canadian Cancer Society needs your help in the fight three of 26 grandmother groups in If the grammas energized the against cancer. By donating three hours of your time, you can serve as a volun-

the Ottawa-Gatineau region. That PHOTO: GRANT JEFFERY church, the Baobab Youth Perform- teer canvasser in your neighbourhood. The extent of the commitment is up to Sunday they came equipped with The Baobob Youth Performers use many props to enhance their dances. ers, aged 11-17, caused the earth you – you can canvass for a single evening, on a street of your choice, when- information boards, good food and to shake as they leapt and lunged, ever your schedule might allow. By giving a few hours of your time as a vol- good stories to help spread the word food, clothes and books for their encourages education within com- unteer canvasser, you are helping to ensure that the Canadian Cancer Society

bouncing percussion rhythms from DESIGNER: JANA HANZEL grandchildren on very small or non- of their venture. munities, teaching about prevention floor to ceiling. Wearing vibrant or- is able to continue its important work. It’s also a great opportunity to reconnect existent pensions. Launched in 2006 on the eve of and treatment in order to eliminate anges and yellows, their movements BY PHIL REEVE money for the Shepherds of Good with friends and neighbours after the long, cold winter. Since the campaign began, over 240 International Women’s Day, the social discrimination. Associations Hope. In Grade 6 she helped with a On average, 3,340 Canadians will be diagnosed with cancer every week. groups of grandmothers have formed popped against the church setting We all have the power to do some- Grandmothers to Grandmothers of people living with HIV and AIDS jewellery business to raise money for This staggering statistic means that chances are overwhelming that you, or across Canada. Collectively they and their voices filled the room. thing – anyone and everyone. When I Campaign strives to increase solidar- (PLWHAs) are also being set up in G.R.O., an African charity. someone you know, have been directly affected by cancer. The Canadian Can- have raised more than $10 million Uplifted by the rhythmic beats and see or hear of someone doing good, ity, raise awareness and build support sight of the same goal. Now, she has been working very cer Society is leading the way in the fight against cancer. The society funds re- for African grandmothers and those captivating chanting, everyone went it inspires me to keep at my work. Or, in Canada for African grandmothers. In May 2010, a group of Canadian hard for months to organize the search into all types of cancer, provides support for people living with cancer, in their care. With these funds, the home with the burning reassurance sometimes, it’s stories on the news. Capital Grannies member Jennifer grandmothers, Baniczky among show, and is determined to make it their families and friends and serves as a source of comprehensive and credible Steven Lewis Foundation (SLF) sup- that there is hope for the future. Pro- Terrible things are happening. We Baniczky stood up during the church them, went to Swaziland and met a success for the charities. Kate al- information on the disease, treatment and risk reduction. Visit www.fightback. ports over 140 grassroots initiatives ceeds from this performance will as- can stop them. Kate Reeve service and explained that when chil- with 500 African grandmothers. ways dreams big, and says that or- ca to learn more. in 15 countries across sub-Saharan sist the group for their July 2011 trip Quietly determined to make a dif- dren in Africa are orphaned after In spite being complete strangers, ganizing such a high profile event at For further information on how you can get involved, please contact Chris- African, assisting grandmothers to Ghana, when in addition to learn- ference, twelve year-old Kate Reeve AIDS takes their parents, it is often Baniczky recalls how she had never 12 years old has “absolutely nothing tina Danielewski at the Canadian Cancer Society Ottawa Unit, 613-723-1744, with necessities such as food, hous- ing about Ghanian drumming and sets the bar high. With characteris- left to the grandmothers to care for received so many hugs from so many to do with anything”. She admits, ext. 3620 or by email at [email protected]. ing grants, grief counselling and the culture, the Baobab Youth Perform- tic optimism, she has organized an their grandchildren. UNICEF has people. The emotional support ex- however, that some have been taken school fees for their grandchildren. ers are hoping to form a sustainable inspiring fashion show to benefit estimated that as many as 15.7 mil- tended from grandmother to grand- aback by her age. “I would be too,” Because there is an immense stig- model for a youth group in the vil- Roger’s House and Canuck Place, lion children will have lost one or mother must have been dazzling. It she laughs, shrugging her shoulders. ma attached to HIV/AIDs, it requires lage of Dagbamete. two Canadian children’s hospices both parents to AIDS by 2010. The is an unfortunate fact that women Kate is hoping that the community a lot of courage for a family to speak To find out more about these won- that provide counselling and medical Everybody’s Art at Irene’s Pub resulting burden on grandmothers and girls are particularly vulnerable gets behind her efforts and comes out out about its status. The SLF actively derful people and to support their care to help children and their fam- is huge as they struggle to provide to ostracism as they fall far down the for an afternoon of fashion, fun and campaign, visit the grandmothers at ilies who are facing an end-of-life BY SHARON DAWN JOHNSON social and economic ladder. Banicz- friends, all for a great cause. www.grandmotherscampaign.org. diagnosis. Professional Canadian de- Given strong community presence and support, the silent auction for Every- ky, however, reassured us that the Af- Tickets are $20 each and can be Note that locally, the hard working signers Rachel Sin, Amber Watkins, body’s Art 3 on Wednesday, January 26 at Irene’s Pub & Restaurant raised rican grandmothers are ‘amazingly purchased at the door or in advance Glebe-based Grammas to Ambu- Jana Hanzel, and Shweta Wahi will $2,200. This will be matched (or bettered) by GNAG, the pub’s partner in strong women’. by calling 613-730-5074. The real fundraising got under way yas is producing a CD of children’s be showcasing their most recent ex- this fundraising effort to sponsor a community art-making project initiated by FOR ALL after the church service. Judy Cornell, songs/poetry generously donated by citing designs at the show on Sunday, Phil Reeve is a local resident who GNAG. A call for submissions will be issued shortly. After the juried project treasurer of Grammas to Ambuyas, 17 well-known Canadian artists like February 20, 2011 at the Glebe Com- fully supports daughter Kate in all decision, local community members will be able to help create a special art YOUR estimated that over 100 people came Charlotte Diamond, Raffi, Splash’N munity Centre, 1:00-2:30 p.m. her fundraising efforts. project. All funds will pay for the designated artist’s time, creatively directed ACCOUNTING to the event where the grannies dished Boots, The Funky Mamas and Glebe Modelling services for the show input, and art materials for participants. Once completed, the original piece of out all sorts of food. There were fan- poet JC Sulzenko. Called Dancing are being donated by Angie’s Models art will be displayed in the Glebe Community Centre. NEEDS tastic cakes and savoury dishes, all Kites the CD will be on sale very and Talent, an internationally known Everybody’s Art, the brainchild of Patricia Golding, recognizes that many handily accompanied by their Afri- soon: www.indiepool.com/GTA1111 modelling agency. Several freelance ordinary folk, as well as professional artists, have creative abilities that find ex- with proceeds going to the Stephen Accepting new clients! can recipes and followed by a cup of makeup artists have agreed to con- pression in a range of media. This year, requests for art donations brought forth Ottawa’s Rooibos tea. Advanced planning paid Lewis Foundation. Check the next tribute their time for the show. Hair amazing items such as Alex Golota’s clarinet lamp and the Bird in Flight 3, Weekends and evenings at issue of the Glebe Report for news of Junkie Hair Salon will be styling the a tiny bicycle cunningly constructed from just one length of wire created by your location or mine. off as Susan Palmai, worship leader Only for Glebe-St. James and member of the official launch at the Aviation and models’ hair in preparation for the Peter from McCrank’s Cycles. Thanks to the generosity of so many people in General Accounting services Ammas for Grammas, announced that Space Museum on Sunday, March show. All proceeds from ticket sales the community, varied artworks, paintings and drawings, textiles, a vintage including Payroll, HST, and the final tally for SLF was $3,636.24, 20, 2-4 p.m. and the silent auction will be donated puzzle, and stained glass once again raised a substantial sum to be donated to automation of accounting Children’s an increase of over $1,000 from the Caroline Brown, a Glebe-based to the charities. Silent auction items this worthy local art-making project. Our hearty gratitude goes to all our com- records. previous year and proving that these arts reporter, has a knack for finding are being donated by local business- munity donors and buyers who enjoyed the party atmosphere and the silent Extensive experience with the Bookstore! indefatigable women are a force to be and telling intriguing stories in our es and companies. auction bidding process. manufacturing and service reckoned with. community. Yes, the co-ordinator of this fund- Sharon Dawn Johnson is a longtime resident and contributor to community industries and entrepreneurs. raising event may be just 12 years life in the Glebe. Cost effectively. old and a local girl at that, but she Great already has years of experience. Ac- CALL FOR MORE INFO. Community support from KDS cording to a family member, Kate Selection Reeve has always been fundraising, BY RUTH TOLLER in one way or another. From Grade 3

The King’s Daughters and Sons (KDS) is an interdenominational Christian to Grade 5 she baked cookies to raise DESIGNER: JANA HANZEL service organization that provides educational, religious and philanthropic as- GleSebrvinegthPe Gelebte arHeasinoces1976...pital Great sistance to people locally, nationally and internationally. Locally, it has been B.Comm., CMA involved in the King’s Daughter Dinner Wagon/Ottawa Meals on Wheels and Accounting Services Advice providing affordable housing for seniors. At last month’s Annual General Meeting, members were happy to learn that KDS is continuing to contribute to worthy causes in the community: a 259335 Ba-8nk S32tree6t mc $100,000 scholarship to St. Paul University for a PhD student in counselling (just south ofthe Queensway) m+ 1018 Bank St. and spirituality, a $32,5000 grant to Children At Risk, a computer room for C m− Weekdays 8-7, Saturday 9-2:30 ± mr (across from Cornerstone, a Booth Street home for women, and a donation of $3,000, com- puters and ongoing maintenance by Nerds On Site. In addition, $10,000 for re- 7 ÷ Housecalls available 8 × Lansdowne lief in Haiti and three laptops and ongoing repair assistance for the Childrens’ Hospital of Eastern Ontario and $9000 for the Meals on Wheels program were Freeparking 4 9 ) 5 − Park also awarded. Students & seniors welcome. 1 6 The organization is pleased to serve the community and members encourage 2 + 613.232.7406 you to contact them at 613-233-2424 for assistance or to volunteer. We care for dogs,cats, ferrets, rabbits,reptiles,birds & other pets T: 613-302-73133 0 www.kaleidoscopekidsbooks.ca Ruth Toller is a member of the Chautauqua Circle of the King’s Daughters Dr. Hussein Fattah E: [email protected] DANJO CREATIONS (613)526-4424 . and Sons. =

BevOattes_Ad2.indd 1 12/29/10 6:07 PM 34 Glebe Report February 11, 2011 BOOKS BOOKS Glebe Report February 11, 2011 35 Best picks for family reading Reconnect with Sunnyside WHAT YOUR NEIGHBOURS ARE READING BY JULIE HOULE CEZER I Am Invited to a Party! by Mo Willems. Have you met Mo Willems’ beloved Elephant and Piggie If you have been too busy to pay a visit to the Sunnyside Branch of the Ot- Here is a list of some titles read and discussed in various local book clubs: characters? Elephant and Piggie are best friends. In tawa Public Library since its re-opening in late August of 2010, this would be TITLE (for adults) AUTHOR Willems’ witty, minimalist drawings the two have a a excellent time to stop by and talk to the friendly staff, take in the welcom- 1 series of adventures. In I Am Invited to a Party! Piggie ing, well-lit and airy reading areas, the study carrels and computer alcove, as The Ladies of Covington Joan Medilicott well as try out the streamlined operations that make check-out and drop-off A Tale of Two Cities2 Charles Dickens seeks Elephant’s advice preparing to attend a fancy- 3 costume-pool party. These books are as much fun for a breeze. Of course, you can expect a wide array of fiction and non-fiction Cool Water Dianne Warren reading materials. What you may not know is that, in addition, they maintain L’étranger4 Albert Camus an adult to read as for a child to listen to. We love this 5 series and think that your family will too. The New CDs and audio files for the public. As well, the library can lend the Kill-a- The Book Thief Markus Zusack Watt Meter that measures electricity consumption of your home appliances, Making rounds with Oscar6 David Dosa York Times Book Review has written “in the world of 7 children’s books, the biggest new talent to emerge thus a pedometer to help you track how far you walk, and free passes–for which 29 Adena Halpern there may be a wait– to various museums in the city and for cross-country The Man Who Lied to His Laptop8 Clifford Nass far in the ‘00s is the writer-illustrator Mo Willems.” 9 skiing. With new multi-purpose rooms available, staff are enthusiastic about Moon Tiger Penelope Lively expanding programming and accommodating any of your projects that may Infidel10 Ayaan Hirsi Ali One Hockey Night by David Ward and Brian Deines. 11 One Hockey Night covers more ground than its title sug- require rental of their space. Of course, the library caters to all age groups The Help Kathryn Stockett from babies to seniors, and staff are more than happy to address your reading, The Time Machine12 H.G. Wells gests. A family with young children has recently moved to a small town on the East Coast, and the children are research and literary interests. The Friendship of Women: The Sunnyside Library has active children’s programming that is housed The Hidden Tradition of the Bible13 Joan Chittister struggling to adjust during the holidays. Through hock- ey the family is welcomed into their new community and downstairs, a wondrous land of children’s books spilling over with illustrations TITLE (for children & teens) AUTHOR friendships are formed. Beautifully illustrated (includ- and brilliant hues and shapes. The children’s area is open and colourful, filled Eye of the Crow14 Shane Peacock ing a full compliment of Canadian NHL jerseys), One with nooks and crannies for reading, as well as computer islands for online Crocodile Tears15 Anthony Horowitz Hockey Night is destined to be a future Canadian classic. activities. Library staff there are anxious to find out what your interests are and Catwings16 Ursula LeGuin what book-related projects you might want to pursue. They seem very motiv- Three Cups of Tea17 Sarah Thomson L. Compost Stew by Mark McKenna Siddals and Ashley Wolff. From egg- ated to strengthen their connections with area schools and recreation programs Seasons18 Sarah MacLean shells to wiggly worms, this delightful recipe in bouncy in order to better know how to serve local youth and residents. They encour- verse features items –some familiar and some not so – age you to try out some of the existing programs as well as talk to them about 1 Abbotsford Book Club that are fit for the home compost bin and will nourish future possibilities. 2 Broadway Book Club 3 Can’ Litterers Mother Earth. Vibrant collage illustrations use recycled CURRENT CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS 4 Cercle de lecture de l’Amicale francophone d’Ottawa and found materials to further a timely message. And to Toddlertime 5 Dow’s Lake Book Club keep young environmental chefs fully informed about For toddlers and a parent or caregiver with stories, rhymes, songs and games. 6 OnLine Audio Book Club: www.DearReader.com composting do’s and don’ts, there’s a note in the back Ages 18-35 months. Registration required: 7 OnLine Fiction Book Club: www.DearReader.com about what’s not fit for the bin. A beautiful and access- 8 OnLine Nonfiction Book Club: www.DearReader.com • Toddlertime A: Tuesdays 10:10 am (30 min.) February 1, 8, 15, 22. 9 OPL Sunnyside Branch Sunny Reads ible introduction to composting for children. • Toddlertime B: Tuesdays, 10:45 a.m. (30 min.) February 1, 8, 15, 22. 10 Seriously No-Name Book Club The Book Club • Toddlertime C: Thursdays 10:10 a.m. (30 min.) February 3, 10, 17, 24 11 The Book Club The Good Garden: How One Family Went from Hunger to Having Enough Toddlertime Biblingual/bilingue Tout-petits à la biblio 12 Anonymous1 by Katie Smith Milway and Sylvie Daigneault. Elev- For toddlers and a parent or caregiver with stories, rhymes, songs and games. 13 Anonymous 2 en-year-old María Luz and her family live on a small 14 Kaleidoscope Book Club for Adults Who Like Kids Books Ages 18-35 months. Registration. / Contes, rimes et chansons pour les bam- 15 OnLine Teen Book Club: www.DearReader.com farm. This year their crop is poor, and they may not bins et un parent ou gardien. Pour les 18-35 mois. Inscription.Wednesdays, 16 OPL Sunnyside Branch Mother-Daughter Book Club 7-9 have enough to eat or to sell for other essentials, such as 2:15 p.m. (30 min.) February 2, 9, 16, 23 / Les mercredis, 14:15 h (30 min.), 17 OPL Sunnyside Branch Mother-Daughter Book Club 10-12 health care, school uniforms and books. When María’s 2,9,16,23 février. 18 OPL Sunnyside Branch Mother-Daughter Book Club 13-15 father must leave home to find work, she is left in charge of their garden. Then a new teacher comes to María’s Drop In Storytime If your book club would like to share its reading list, Stories, rhymes and songs for preschoolers and a parent or caregiver. Ages 3-6. please e-mail Micheline Boyle at [email protected] school and introduces her to sustainable farming practi- ces that yield good crops. Based on the real story of farm Wednesdays 10:15 a.m. February 2, 9, 16, 23. transformation underway in Honduras and many other CHILDREN’S BOOK CLUBS countries, this book offers children ways they can be part guysread of the movement to grow “good gardens” and foster food security. Boys and a significant adult share the love of books. Ages 8-12. Registration. Wednesdays 7 p.m. (60 min.) February 16, March 23, April 20, May 18. DON’T FORGET, FEBRUARY IS BLACK HISTORY MONTH! Books and Beyond Viola Desmond Won’t Be Budged! by Jody Nyasha Warner and Richard Enjoy an exciting new program of stories without boundaries. Each week we Rudnicki. Viola Desmond is a largely unheralded hero will bring a new story alive with crafts, creative games and exploring outside. of the civil rights movement in Canada. In 1946, she Ages 10-13. Registration. Saturdays, 11 a.m. (60 min.) February 5, 12, 19. bought a movie ticket at the Roseland Theatre in Nova Maman et filles Scotia. After settling into a main floor seat, an usher Mamans et filles, venez discuter ensemble des livres emballants. 8-11. came by and told her to move because her ticket was only good for the balcony. She offered to pay the dif- Inscription. Les mardis, 19 h (60 min.) 22 février, 22 mars, 19 avril, 24 mai. ference in price but was refused: “You people have to Mother-Daughter Book Club for ages 7-9 sit in the upstairs section.” Desmond was jailed and Girls and the special women in their lives share books. Registration. fined. However, her actions galvanized those fighting Mondays, 7 p.m. (60 min.) February 7, March 7, April 11, May 2. for equality in Canada’s black community. In April Mother-Daughter Book Club for ages 10-12 2010, the Lieutenant Governor of Nova Scotia granted Girls and the special women in their lives share books. Registration. Desmond a posthumous pardon, and the government Mondays, 7 p.m. (60 min.) February 14, March 21, April 18, May 9. of Nova Scotia apologized formally. Desmond’s story should be widely known in Canada; Viola Desmond Won’t Be Budged! makes it accessible to a younger SPECIAL PROGRAMS FOR CHILDREN audience. My family and other animals A romp through J.C. Sulzenko’s new poems. Ages 5-10. Registration. Sit-In: How Four Friends Stood Up By Sitting Down by Andrea Davis Friday, February 11, 10:15 a.m. (60 min.). Pinkney and Brian Pinkney. This picture book is a Helping People Walk in Faith, Hope and Love celebration of the 50th anniversary of the momentous Woolworth’s lunch counter sit-in, when four college students staged a peaceful protest that became a de- www.fourthavebaptist.ca Minister: rev. clarke Dixon fining moment in the struggle for racial equality and [email protected] corner of Fourth & Bank the growing civil rights movement. Andrea Davis Pinkney uses poetic, powerful prose to tell the story of these four young men, who followed Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s words of peaceful protest and dared to sit at the “whites only” Woolworth’s lunch counter. Brian Pinkney embraces a new artistic style, creating expressive paintings filled with emotion that mirror 109A Fourth Avenue, Ottawa, ON K1S 2L3 613-236-1804 the hope, strength, and determination that fueled the dreams of not only these four young men, but also countless others. Worship Service Octopus Books has a wide selection of children’s books covering a range of Sunday Mornings at 10:45 a.m. topics, including social awareness (adoption, sexual orientation and multicul- Sunday School for ages 3-15 during the service. turalism), history and real-life heroes, indigenous culture and environmental awareness, alongside classics and many more. This article is provided by Nursery for 0-2 year olds. Octopus Books, which is found at 116 Third Avenue, just west of Bank Street, and can be reached at 613-233-2589 and www.octopusbooks.org. PLeaSe joiN uS everyoNe WeLcoMe 36 Glebe Report February 11, 2011 TOYS RELIGION Glebe Report February 11, 2011 37 VERSeFest: new poetry For traditional toys … and Healing ministry festival, March 8- 13 something new GLEBE CHURCHES at St. Matthew’s in the Glebe Ottawa is home to a thriving poetry scene. Attendance at poetry events at- BY McE GALBREATH CHURCH OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT (Roman Catholic) BY THE HEALING TEAM for someone he or she cares about. tracts between 600 to 1,000 poetry enthusiasts per month from numerous cul- The hallmark of Mrs. Tiggy Winkle’s toy store is its collection of the trad- Fourth Avenue at Percy Street, 613-232-4891 AT ST. MATTHEW’S Details are helpful but not necessary. tural communities. Audiences range from school age and university students itional children’s toys and games – the tried and true that many of us remember www.blessedsacrament.ca In the name of God and trusting What’s important is that the person to retirees. It is VERSe Ottawa’s objective, through the annual VERSeFest, to from our childhoods. As a good retailer, they are also constantly watching out Pastor: Father Joe Le Clair in His might alone, receive Christ’s has come forward seeking help and recognize the diversity, thought and energy of poetry. This spring’s VERSe- for new toys and creative play ideas – and carry these as well. Masses: Tuesdays, 6:30 p.m. healing touch to make you whole. fellow pray-ers are there to respond Fest showcases the craft and talent of both local and national poets, such as BABIES Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, 9:30 a.m. May Christ bring wholeness of body, in faith. One of the members of the World Slam Champion Ian Keteku and Governor General Award Winner Ri- healing team will begin the prayer, For the very young, Tiggy’s has the traditional Saturdays, 4:30 p.m. mind and spirit, deliver you from chard Greene. Though already a national event, the festival will eventually be every evil, and give you His peace. while the other listens attentively. with a twist and the new. Manhattan Toy has a prod- Sundays, 8:15 a.m., 9:30 a.m., 11 a.m., 8 p.m. international in scope, with poets from across the globe bringing their voices uct called Skwish, a geometric form of wood posts, Amen. If the second member has a prayer (elevator available, loop system for people to Canada’s Capital. balls and elastics, perfect for teething, pulling and Daily life takes its toll on us, and, to add, the roles are then reversed. Organized to satisfy the ever-increasing audience for poetry in Ottawa and just holding. This kind of geometrical shape has with impaired hearing also available) at some point, we all need healing. The pray-ee may also add prayers. across the country, VERSeFest is being staged by a collective of 14 Ottawa fascinated babies for generations. On the new side, This could be for anything from Although it may sometimes appear poetry groups (VERSe Ottawa), that represent the wide spectrum of written Labels Loveys have produced a whole line of baby ECCLESIAX physical ailments and illness to per- that “nothing” (i.e., healing) has hap- and spoken word – page and stage – in a series of readings, performances toys that focus on the part the babies love the most 2 Monk Street, 613-565-4343 sonal problems with family, friends pened, something always does. (including a slam competition and a bilingual showcase), workshops and dis- – the label. The Alligator Teether blanket is a per- www.ecclesiax.com or an employer. The healing team at “I like people to be cautious,” says cussions. the Rev. Canon Pat Johnston, the Manhattan Toy’s Skwish sonal favourite, with texture, sounds and colour – Sundays: 11:07 a.m.,* Art & worship service St. Matthew’s, the Anglican Church For more information regarding VERSeOttawa and VERSeFest, please con- in the Glebe, offers Christian healing. rector of St. Matthew’s. “Expect to plus tags, all for infant fun. View community art gallery by appointment. tact Jessica Ruano by phone at 613-286-9373 or by e-mail at ruano.jessica@ According to the Anglican Fellow- be healed but receive whatever God gmail.com. TWO TO FOUR YEARS *NOTE: Sunday service time of 11:07 a.m. is the right time! Further along the play journey, in the two to four ship of Prayer Canada, this process gives. Maybe if it doesn’t immedi- year-old range, Mrs. Tiggy Winkle’s continues to pro- involves the well-being of the whole ately appear to be healing, in time FOURTH AVENUE BAPTIST CHURCH vide options for traditional fun and an appreciation of person: body, mind and spirit. Often you will understand it as healing.” Paul Dewar, MP/Député Ottawa Centre new directions. Loto by Djeco is a “board” game, a Fourth Avenue at Bank Street, 613-236-1804 spiritual and emotional healing is It is also important to remember that it’s not the healing team that provides Working for you! twist on the familiar concentration type of game. Loto www.fourthavenuebaptist.ca needed before physical healing can has four game cards that focus on the four seasons and Minister: Rev. Clarke Dixon take place. In praying for healing, we the healing. They act as channels for Au travail pour vous! God’s peace by praying with the per- provides little players the opportunity to match up the Services: Sundays, 11 a.m. are praying for wholeness. This Christian healing ministry is son who requests it. Confidentiality I am pleased to: pictures for their card. Greening has certainly hit the Junior church and nursery available toy industry and Tiggy’s shelves. For more active play, not new. It has been around since is also very important to the heal- • provide assistance with federal agencies (parent/tot room available at the back of the church) Jesus told his disciples to minister to ing team. Nothing said by the pray- • arrange letters of greetings for special occasions the Baja Scout and Rally Racer are Sprig Toys plas- Sprig’s Rally Racer tic vehicles made with sprig wood and recycled plas- others. Jesus said. “As you go, pro- ee will be communicated outside of • answer questions about federal legislation GERMAN MARTIN LUTHER CHURCH claim the good news: the kingdom of the team without permission. “Those • listen to your feedback tic; they are battery free, eco-friendly and made in Canada. 499 Preston Street at Carling Avenue, 613-233-1671 heaven has come near. Cure the sick, who do avail themselves of the heal-

SNOWDAY FUN raise the dead, cleanse the lepers, ing ministry, find that their lives are Je suis heureux de: Leave the Duplo and Lego inside and come out to Pastor: Christoph Ernst cast out demons.” (Matthew: 10:7-8). better for it,” says Canon Pat. • vous aider à traiter avec les organismes fédéraux play in the snow! Mrs. Tiggy Winkle’s carries a Snow- Service: Sundays, 10 a.m., with Sunday school St. Matthew’s offers healing through To request healing prayers, after • vous écrire des lettres de félicitations pour des man Kit, to colour and decorate your snow people. (first Sunday of month, 11:15 a.m., English service) prayer as part of its regular worship communion is taken during the 10 occasions spéciales Snow people might need a place to live – and for that services. During the 10 a.m. Sunday a.m. Sunday service, come to the • répondre à vos questions sur les lois fédérales Tiggy’s carries snow block makers, to make a sound GLEBE-ST. JAMES UNITED CHURCH service, participants are invited to go chapel area. Healing team mem- • vous écouter and sturdy snow fort (or sand castle). And for fun, the 650 Lyon Street at First Avenue, 613-236-0617 into the separate chapel area of the bers will pray there with you or on snow ballers make the best snowballs for pitching 304-1306 rue Wellington St. www.glebestjames.ca church to pray with a healing team. A your behalf. These prayers are said Snow Block Maker across to the other fort. 613.946.8682 / [email protected] Minister: Rev. Christine Johnson team of two parishioners welcomes in confidence. For more information www.pauldewar.ca BUILDING TOYS Music Director: Robert Palmai the petitioner – the pray-ee – and asks about the healing ministry, please Building toys is an area that continues to develop, from Worship: Sundays, 10:30 a.m., what that person would like to pray contact Canon Pat Johnston at 613- the Tinker Toys of my childhood (still available in the 21st for. Prayers can be for the pray-ee or 234-4024. century) to the more complex plastics for kids of all ages. Sunday school, 10:30 a.m. Mrs. Tiggy Winkle’s carries Straws and Connectors by (wheelchair access, FM system for people with impaired hearing) Roylco. Made in North America, this selection of coloured plastic tubes and asterics or connectors can be used to con- OTTAWA CHINESE UNITED CHURCH struct space ships, towers and buildings as tall as you are 600 Bank Street, 613-594-4571 (let’s pretend three feet tall). Like many of its predecessors www.ottawa-ocuc.org in the building genre, it lets you stretch your imagination Minister: Rev. James Chang (cell: 613-618-9166) and your project – up, up and up! New in this area are Jaw- Sundays: Worship, 11 a.m. bones. These pieces of plastic are in new shapes and have real building names, providing a new kind of building chal- (Mandarin with English translation) Roylco’s Straws lenge. You can build one of the models provided on the box Sunday school: 11:15 a.m. (for all ages) and Connectors or something of your own design. THE SPA EXPERIENCE THE RELIGIOUS SOCIETY OF FRIENDS (Quaker) A new trend in children’s toys and creative play is 91A Fourth Avenue, 613-232-9923 the “spa” environment. Mums, show your children http://ottawa.quaker.ca how to take good care of themselves and they can Clerk: Bob Clarke, [email protected] build these skills into their lives early. The genre Worship: Sundays, 10:30 a.m., silent Quaker worship We Sharpen begins with Tiggy’s nail polish, safe for those very small fingernails that are still being sucked part- ST. GILES PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH time and includes manicure and pedicure fun, nail Reflect, Focus, Delight – Make church a part of your life. art and fun hair styles. The focus is very much on ad_gleber_jan28 copy.pdf 1 1/28/2011 10:17:09 AM Kiss Naturals’ soap mak- Skates! play, even with the Kiss Naturals line, where chil- Bank Street at First Avenue, 613-235-2551 ing kit dren are making perfume, soap, bath bombs and lip www.stgilesottawa.org

balm. Minister: Rev. Ruth Houtby Take The Lid Off Inc presents BACK IN THE KITCHEN Worship: Sundays, 10:30 a..m. From the spa, we come back to the kitchen for a little Church school and nursery care available Osloda Relationship Challenge Renovate or Relocate domestic play. Not the usual cleaning and sweeping (Wheelchair access at First Avenue door.) Weekend Workshop Ottawa Mar 19th - 20th – much more creative than that! Melissa and Doug, Melissa & Doug Bake & C The limbic system controls emotions and behaviors. known for their broad and long line of wooden toys, ST. MATTHEW’S, THE ANGLICAN CHURCH IN THE GLEBE have produced at least two winners in my mind. For Decorate Cupcake Set M Learn to work with it: Create the life you want. 130 Glebe Avenue near Bank Street, 613-234-4024 a deli experience right in your own playroom, check Work with your limbic system to create the relationships you want. Y out the sandwich bar, offering (wooden) turkey and ham, two cheeses, let- (office/weekday access 217 First Avenue) tuce, pickle and tomato “on white”, or a burger with fixings. And for dessert, www.stmatthewsottawa.on.ca CM * Fill your life with positive interactions the cupcake “factory” provides wooden cakes, icing choices, cupcake (paper) Rector: The Rev. Canon Pat Johnston MY * Change unwanted subliminal messaging STORE HOURS: wrappers, and the best part – washable markers for decorating your cupcakes Open doors: Please come in and visit, Mon.-Fri., 11:30-1:30 p.m. CY * Don’t settle for living together: discover real intimacy with unique designs. Weekly service: Wednesdays, 7:15 a.m., Eucharist & fellowship MON - WED 8:30 am to 6 pm CMY * Unchain your relationships from the past Whether your philosophy is to stick with the time-tested development toys or Thursdays, 10 a.m., Eucharist & coffee THURS & FRI 8:30 am to 9 pm K * Believe more is possible: Make it better try something new, Mrs. Tiggy Winkle’s and their knowledgeable staff will be Thursdays, 10 a.m., drop-in nannies/stay-at-home SAT 8:30 am to 6 pm able to help you make just the right choice for your next bout of creative play. parents group Mrs. Tiggy Winkle’s has five locations in Ottawa, including 809 Bank Street in Check out the websites for details about this & other workshops SUN 10 am to 5 pm Sundays: Eucharist, 8 a.m., Choral Eucharist, 10 a.m. the Glebe. Also you can check them out at www.mrstiggywinkles.ca. Choral Evensong, 4 p.m., Feb. 6, 20, Mar. 6, 20 relationshipchallenge.com 234-6353 Bank St. at Second Ave. McE Galbreath is a long-time Glebe resident who has enjoyed shopping at 888-831-8956 osloda.com 613-831-8956 Mrs. Tiggy Winkle’s for her children, now 22 and 18.

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COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS MUSIC FOR SALE GUITAR INSTRUCTION GUITAR REPAIR HOME RENOS AND TuToring BY THE BOOK, a used bookstore awareness and programs to assist GLEBE-ST. JAMES CONCERT IKEA DRESSER (4 drawers) & • Rock, blues, jazz finger-style Now open in the Glebe! and cafe operated by the Friends of those living with kidney disease. REPAIR - interior/exterior Experienced teacher to work SERIES. Sun., Feb. 20 Concerts-in- wardrobe (2 doors with mirrors) acoustic and more. • Trained technician. the Ottawa Public Library Associa- We are recruiting 16,000 volun- painting; all types of flooring; with students in any subject the-Glebe presents an afternoon of like-new condition, (each cost $300 • All ages and levels welcome. • guitar and bass set-ups. tion (FOPLA), is holding its monthly teer canvassers across the province. sonatas for Baroque violin and harp- new) $100 each obo. Wardrobe is not drywall repair and installa- • Studio located on Fourth Ave. • Structural repairs. area: mathematics (K-12), half-price book sale on Sat., March You can help us, right in your sichord by Kevin James and Karen assembled. Leave a message 613- tion; plumbing repairs and 5, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., at 363 own neighbourhood. Please visit • Professional teacher with • Modifications. all other subjects (language Holmes. Sun., March 6, there will be 236-4153 (ask for Ceci) or email much more. Lorry Greenberg Dr. Great buys on www.marchdrive.ca or call 1-800- a concert by Trio Tourmaline entitled over 20 years experience. arts, science, study skills, [email protected] . For more info, visit Please call Jamie Nininger hundreds of books (most under $2). 387-4474, ext. 3667. Help us make a Sacred and Profane: Renaissance Contact Jerome Jeffrey www.glebeguitar.ca etc.) up to grade 8. difference, one door at a time. and Baroque. Sopranos Joyce Lund- Tel: 613 680 7903 @ 613-852-8511. PINE HARVEST TABLE, $125; or contact Jerome Jeffrey Please call 613-234-6828. CANADIAN FEDERATION berg and Sylvia Larrass and bass and 4-drawer lateral filing cabinet, www.glebeguitar.ca Tel: 613 680 7903 OF UNIVERSITY WOMEN OLD OTTAWA SOUTH GARDEN keyboard-player Scott Richardson $100; Singer sewing machine in [email protected] [email protected] (CFUW)-OTTAWA & OTTAWA CLUB. The Square Foot Garden will perform selections by Purcell, stand, $90. Call 613-233-3378. COUNCIL OF WOMEN (OCW) master gardener Fleurette Huneault Monteverdi and others. The concerts th are hosting their 7 annual Interna- will discuss how to plan small, inten- take place at 2:30 p.m. at Glebe-St. RAIN BARREL SALE by the Mas- tional Women’s Day Event Thurs., sively-planted, organic food gardens, James United Church, 650 Lyon St. ter Gardeners of Ottawa Carleton. March 10, 5:45-9 p.m. at Library & with the benefit of reducing work, Admission is $15, $10 for students (See www.rainbarrel.ca) $55 each Foot Care CliniC housecleaner “Plumbing Archives Canada, 395 Wellington St. weeds and use of water. Meetings and seniors. (Admission by dona- for advance orders. $60 in April, if The theme is IWD 2011: Celebrating take place at the Firehall, 260 Sun- tion is always welcome.) Info at the any still available. Orders now taken Offered monthly at Blessed Mature Europian lady willing Problems” 100 Years of Progress. Guest Speak- nyside Ave., Tues., March 8, 7-9 p.m. church: 613-236-0617 or visit www. for April 17 pickup at Building 72, Sacrament by a specially to clean your home. Repairs or Installations ers, Dr. Caroline Andrew, director, For information, call the Firehall at glebestjames.ca. Central Experimental Farm. Pay on- trained nurse for a nominal Quickly & Inexpensively 613-247-4946. Excellent references. Centre on Governance, Ottawa Uni- line at http://rainbarrel.ca/ottawacar- fee. For an appointment, versity and Dr. Pamela Walker, joint THE OTTAWA JAZZ FESTIVAL leton/. Pay by cheque. For info, call call Mary-Jane Rocque at Bonded. 613-224-8063 chair in Women’s Studies, Carleton presents Cuba’s sensational Omara 613-236-0034. You may also reserve & Ottawa Universities. Featured art- Portuondo on Thurs, Feb. 17 at 8 and pay cash at pickup. 613-747-2259. Call Irene: 613.249.8445. Evenings ist, Amanda Cottreau, local singer/ p.m., at Dominion-Chalmers United songwriter. (Amanda donates $1 of Church, 355 Cooper St. Reserved each CD sold to Cornerstone Wom- tickets are $40. General admission is WANTED en’s Shelter). Women’s History dis- $32 and student prices (11-25 years, plays, refreshments, cash bar and with valid student ID) are $22 (HST BABYSITTERS. Friendly Fourth Finishing TuToring Ave. family with two kids (2 and 3½ door prizes. $25 prepaid. Informa- included). Tickets are on sale at the CarpentrY TuTor handyman Math, computers and more. tion & online registration at www. Ottawa Jazz Festival office, 294 Al- yrs.) looking for occasional evening and weekend babysitters. Please call Will do plumbing, electrical, Individual or small groups. cfuw-ottawa.org. BEST bert St., Suite 602, 613-241-2633 or Plaster High School Math through our website at ottawajazz 613-321-0551 or email astephanie@ carpentry, drywall, painting, All ages, certified for gr 7-12. FIRST AVENUE SCHOOL SEEDY SATURDAY. Come and festival.com; Compact Music (2 lo- hotmail.com. Previous experience rePairs and Physics ceramic work. Bathroom, B.Math. (UWaterloo), and references will be requested. BOOK SALE. Downsizing your learn about organic gardening in Ot- cations); CD Warehouse (all 3 loca- kitchen, and basement reno- B.Education (QueensU). book collection? Consider donat- tawa and Eastern Ontario. Seed ex- tions) and Ottawa Festivals, 47 Wil- 613-224-8063 Zach 613-796-9230 vations. Warranted, insured, greg 613-656-5498 ing to the First Avenue School Book change, gardening tips, canning and liam St. in the Byward Market [email protected] Sale. Drop off books at First Avenue more. Join the organic gardening Let’s keep the Glebe looking good! References bonded. Peter: 613.797.9905. Money-back guarantee School March 28-31 (and evenings community, Sat., March 5, 10 a.m. to March 29-31, 7-8 p.m.). We offer a 3 p.m. Ron Kolbus Lakeside Commu- LOST special community home pick-up nity Centre, Britannia Park (off Gran- CLARINET. Lost first week of morning on Sat., March 26. Contact deur Ave.) For information, email BEST January, between Hopewell Public Household Organizers book sale rep Catherine Waters at Greta at [email protected] or School and Centretown. If found HOUSE TO BUY. Couple renting Rent Wife HOUSE FOR SALE [email protected] with Kate at [email protected]. please call 613-407-2633. and enjoying living in the Glebe wish A BY OWNER your name and address and we will to purchase a home in the area. If you “Every working woman needs a wife!” VERSe Ottawa presents VERSeFest are thinking of selling this winter/ Brown’s Inlet area pick up from your front porch. First Regular & Occasional cleaning March 8-13, Tues. to Fri., 7-11 p.m.; AVAILABLE spring please call Rhonda & Leo at Avenue School Book Sale: Thurs., Pre & Post move cleaning and packing in the Glebe Apr. 7, 4-9 p.m.; Fri., Apr. 8, 10 a.m. Sat. and Sun. 1:30-11 p.m., Arts 613-252-0580. NANCY’S DAYCARE. I have been Pre & Post renovation cleaning to 9 p.m.; Sat., Apr. 9, 10 a.m. to 5 Court, 2 Daly Ave., at Nicholas. Po- $565,500. running my own home day care in Blitz & Spring cleaning p.m.; Sun. Apr. 10, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. etry readings, performances, work- HOUSE TO RENT. Professional 3 storey, semi-detached shops, and discussions. Email: verse Old Ottawa South for more than 15 family of 4 is looking for a furnished Organizing cupboards, basements... years speaking only French to the 4 bedrooms, 2 baths FRIENDS OF THE FARM invite [email protected]. Website: versefest.ca. home to rent in the Glebe, from Sept. Perhaps a waitress ??? children so they are immersed 5 days you for a one-day bus tour on March 2011 to June 2012. Our children, 5 Laurel 749-2249 Showing DateS: a week in the French language. All rent-a-wife-ottawa.com 8 to a heritage sugar shack in Rigaud, and 7 yrs., will be attending French sorts of fun and educational activi- Saturday & Sunday, Qué. Tour includes transportation ART Immersion at First Ave. School. We ties in a loving and caring setting and February 19 & 20, 2011 and heritage lunch. FCEF members are moving to Ottawa for a year, to be outings to the library and area public $110, others $122. Information: 613- ART LENDING OF OTTAWA. close to Grandpa and family. Please advertise your business in this space. BY APPOINTMENT ONLY parks. Nutritious snacks provided in 230-3270 and www.friendsofthe- Feb. 15-16. Rent or buy original email [email protected], For information or to place your ad, the morning and afternoon as well (613) 236-7583 farm.ca. fine art by local artists at reasonable if you can help. call Judy Field at 613.231.4938. [email protected] prices. First Unitarian Church Hall, as wholesome lunches. Opening for one child Feb. 1. Please call Nancy THE KIDNEY FOUNDATION 30 Cleary Ave. Feb. 16, 7-9 p.m. ONE SMALL BACHELOR/ STU- at 613-730-2400. OF CANADA goes door to door and Feb. 17, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Free DIO APARTMENT, clean and with every March, raising funds for re- admission. Info: 613-224-8028 or access to transit. Contact Jordan at search, education, organ donation www.artlendingofottawa.com. 613-618-5480 or 613-233-3378. CATHERINE ST. WE SELL ·Offices MINI BOXES ·Decks Where to find us STORAGE AND ·Basements SECURE CLIMATE CONTROLLED SELF STORAGE In addition to free home delivery, you can find copies of the Glebe Report at Acorn Early Learning Centre, Adishesha Yoga, Arbour, The Arrow & the Loon, Berry’s Pet PACKING SUPPLIES ·Additions Food, Bloomfields Flowers, Brewer Arena, Brewer Pool, Bridgehead, Brittons, Civic Shawarma & Pies, Corpus Christi School, Ernesto’s Barber Shop, First Avenue School, The Flag Shop, Forno Antico, Francesco’s Coffee Company, Glashan Public School, Glebe Community Centre, Glebe Fashion Cleaners, Glebe PharmaSave Apothecary,­ MONTHLY RATES *** ·Fencing Glebe Smoke Shop, Glebe Tailoring, Glebe Trotters, Glebe Video, Home Natural, Hillary Cleaners, Irene’s Pub, Isabella Pizza, Jericho Café, Kardish Foods, Kettleman’s MAX. 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