Glebe Report
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Glebe C.C. planning in progress stay tuned Bravo and thanks to everyone who and will appear as the Working made the Save our Community Group's recommendation to Council. Centre Rally a huge success! On In addition to thanking everyone June 20, over 1,000 local residents who took part in the rally, the rallied at Lansdowne Park to give GCCRWC thanks Doreen Drolet who overwhelming support for retaining conceived it and organized the the Glebe and Ottawa South Com- sidewalk chalking campaign, Janet munity Centres at their current Harris for photography, Glebe Photo sites. At the end of the meeting, for processing, Wallack's for Suzanne McGlashan, the Commis- donating the paint, Ian Van Lock for sioner of Community Services, organizing the banner and poster withdrew the Brewer Park proposal painting, and thanks all residents as the recommended option, though and businesses who gave support it will still appear as one of the with the petition. options in the Report to Council CRITICAL TIME LINES this fall. This was good news to Aug. 31 Reviews, changes & both communities who had voiced additions to Draft Report completed consistent and reasoned opposition Sept. 6 Draft Report com- to the planned complex since intro- pleted duction in early May. Sept. 16 Final Report com- Does this mean the fight for the pleted Glebe Community Centre is over and Oct. 9 Final Report to we can relax for the summer? No, Community Services & Operations not until plans developed over the Committee (CSOC) summer receive City Council ap- Oct. 16 Final Report to City Council for approval Photo: Janet Harris proval on October 16th. Community volunteers of all ages took part in painting the huge 'Save Our Since the Public Meeting, the WHAT YOU CAN DO Community Centre' banner with artist Ian Van Lock (L. front). It now hangs Glebe Community Centre Renovation In September, please show your above the Glebe C.C.'s main entrance. Working Committee has been meet- support for the recommended op- ing with City Staff to develop archi- tion by phoning or faxing all City Tree planting in support of tectural programming, and manage- Councillors and CSOC members. ment and operations plans for a At the October 9 (CSOC) and Oc- community-based option. With the tober 16 (Council) meetings, public Guatemalan human rights BY CAROL BRUNT local and advice and expertise of local pro- attendance will be crucial. Please artist elder, Simon Bras- On July 4th an tree- fessionals, we have been working on note these dates and plan to attend. historic coupé, at the west end of the park planting event in with a proposal which vastly increases In the meantime, we welcome your occurred Ottawa's assistance from the Glebe Central Park. It was a symbolic Community programming and rental space input and involvement. For infor- Association. To Jose, event for Jose Recinos, a resident of the tree symbolizes while respecting the heritage as- mation or to help, please leave a his hope for Ottawa and a Guatemalan exile, who peace and an to pects of the building. This creative message at the Glebe end human rights Community accompanied by fellow Guatemalan abuses around business plan will cost the City Centre (564-1058) or the the world and the GNAG Oscar Gonzales is walking across stTength of solidarity significantly less, both in renova- Office (233-8713), and a among Cana- Committee Canada to raise awareness of human dian people. tion and future operating costs, member will return your The white pine is sym- call. rights abuses in Guatemala. bolic as the tree than their Option 2 ($3.8 million), Continued on page 3. of peace for The white pine was planted dur- Canada's aboriginal people. ing an aboriginal ceremony led by Continued on page 18. Back in business on and off Bank Street INSIDE BY ALLEN MAYER pounding parking problems in our experiences this year confirm oth- Letters 5 Come on down for business as business area? Why were commu- erwise. GCA 6 usual in the Glebe. Merchants and nications between the project co- On Fourth Avenue, just east of customers are thrilled to see the ordinators and the residents and Bank, regular parking signs are be- Environment 9 end of street construction which businesses so minimal? (We were ing re-installed. This is an invita- has had Arts 11,22 devastating effects on many rarely informed about the status of tion for all to come down and visit. businesses. Business owners held the jobs and often arrived to find Landscaping of the properties, the Feature 21 on for their survival but are now huge holes and inaccessibility finishing touch, appears to be al- ,GCC Courses.... insert optimistic. New merchandise is without notice.) Why weren't the most complete. arriving and store shelves will be hydro lines buried? What hap- The area now looks great. New I NEXT DEADLINE SEPT. 3, 1996 I full of bright, unique items for pened to the angled/increased sidewalks, road surfaces, landscap- which the Glebe is known. parking plans? Quote the month ing and new services beneath it all. of Many questions remain unan- Despite numerous requests by this is the garden: colours come and Restored parking. The ironic swered. Why was Fourth Avenue business go, owners (who pay both "Business as Usual" signs reconstruction started before have dis- frail azures fluttering from Third property and business taxes), it appeared. It's a perfect night's Avenue was completed? were time to Why often seemed that the businesses visit Glebe businesses see outer wing Bronson and what Avenue and Bank Street were overlooked and given no spe- you've been missing. strong silent greens serenely resurfaced simultaneously, incon- cial consideration. If the city says lingering, veniencing drivers on both main it encourages and supports small Allen Mayer is the owner of the absolute lights like baths of golden routes at once and further com- business generally, our frustrating Tea Party at 103 Fourth Avenue. snow. e.e.cummings NEWS Fall Welcome at Abbotsford Senior Centre BY JANICE BRIDGEWATER Our Centre is small and offers a you might have about our courses. ing a particular interest you might Once again summer is flying by warm, welcoming environment - Courses offer opportunities to get have. This fall we will be featuring and before long the cool, crisp days which is very easy to fit into. New fit, create and learn in a friendly, an Art Appreciation series and of fall will be upon us. Fall is a members quickly find they are relaxed environment. For those Gallery Tours for those with a de- time when many of us choose to get known by name and involved in any interested in improving their fit- sire to learn more about art. Or involved in new ventures that will number of interesting projects. ness level and reducing stress, you might choose to join one of the keep us busy and interested For the convenience of our mem- consider Weight Training, Line clubs members have organized to through the long winter. If you are bers we offer meals and access to Dancing, Yoga, Reiki or Aerobics. share an interest they have - such a senior 55 or over looking for such other services such as hairdress- All of these courses are geared to as Play Reading, Stamp Collecting a venture, you may wish to consider ing, foot care and blood pressure seniors. or Book Discussion. the program at Abbotsford Senior checks. Our meals are nutritious, If you have a yen to indulge your If you have an interest that hasn't Centre. interesting and reasonably priced. creative side why not consider Art, been mentioned, there is always a Abbotsford Senior Centre is a For many the prospect of a full Tole Painting, Stained Glass or chance others share it and Abbots- meal enjoyed in the company small centre which offers a wealth course Pottery. There are also a number of ford provides the ideal atmosphere of choices for active seniors. The of others is very attractive. friendly craft groups who take on a to develop it. Centre is located across from Lans- Currently we are gearing up to variety of interesting projects. The Fall Welcome provides an ex- downe Park adjacent to the Glebe launch our fall program of activi- This fall we are pleased to offer a cellent opportunity to find out what Centre. Although we are currently ties, which offers a little something course in portrait photography with makes our Centre ticic. Don't miss caught up in the "construction to satisfy every taste. Monday renowned photographer Tsin Van. it!! Call 230-5730 for further de- jungle," once you flnd your way September 16 we are holding a fall There are countless opportunities tails or to receive a Fall Program into the Centre you won't be disap- Welcome. Staff and instructors will to learn or to compare notes regard- Guide. pointed. be on hand to answer any questions Register for Sparks, Brownies, GLEBE CENTRE VOLUNTEERS Do you have 2 to 3 hours available weekdays or Saturday Guides & Pathfinders mornings to help with one of the many activities offered to BY SUSAN JERMYN Guides are for nine, ten and 11- residents of the Glebe Centre, a long term facility for el- Wednesday September 11 is the year-old girls. The 52nd Guide unit ders? Or would you enjoy spending quality time with one or date for Girl Guide registration in that used to meet at St. Matthew's more residents who would welcome a friendly visitor days the Glebe. Come to Glebe-St. James Church is moving to the Fifth Av- or evenings? Learn more about these and other volunteer Church, 650 Lyon St.