August 14, 2009 Vol. 39 No. 7

Serving the Glebe community since 1973 FREE illman H Photo: Jack (Left to right): Maya, Erik and Kieran Kulakowsky, and Sarah Hyde, organizers of “Glebe’s Got Flavour,” coming to Central Park on August 29. Glebe’s Got Flavour’s premier year, August 29 When Sarah Hyde and Erik and Maya Kulakowsky heard that the Ottawa about their idea of holding another event to take its place this summer. As it Regional Cancer Foundation’s awareness event “Dancing in the Streets” was turned out, she had already done some research of her own, and was consid- cancelled this year, they knew they had to do something. Music is something ering taking on the event as well, but needed some additional support. that is near and dear to their hearts and especially important since Maya is a There they were: six weeks before the end of the summer and there was a lot vocal instructor in the Glebe, and her students have performed at “Dancing in of work to do. the Streets” for two of the last three years. As it turns out, the current economic Luckily, they made some friends early on and managed to obtain sponsorship situation had a significant impact on the corporate sponsorship received by the from the Glebe Business Improvement Area (BIA) and Scotiabank at Bank and charity this year, and they just did not have the necessary funds to throw the Fourth Avenue. “The Glebe (BIA) really forced us to get a sound action plan in event. place right away. They asked us all the right questions and it was obvious that Erik and Maya knew that Sarah from Slaysh on Bank Street had been build- they had taken the time to fully analyze our proposal,” said Erik. ing a skateboard ramp with her husband for the event – so they approached her continued on page 3

Mark your calendars WHAT’S INSIDE August 20-30 SuperEX at Lansdowne Park www.ottawasuperex.com Abbotsford . . . . 2 GNAG ...... 8 August 29 Glebe’s Got Flavour, 12:30-10 p.m. Central Park, www.glebesgotflavour.ca Art ...... 22-23 Good Old Days . . 10 August 31 School begins for Ottawa Catholic School Board Books . . . . .33-35 Grapevine . . . 38-39 September 1 School begins for Ottawa-Carleton School Board Business . . . .14-16 Letters ...... 5-6 September 1 The Pantry reopens September 1-3 GNAG online registration begins, www.gnag.ca Sept. 1 – Dance, Sept. 2 – Preschool Councillor’s Report 11 Music . . . . .24-25 Sept. 3 – all other programs (see page 8) September 7 Labour Day Editorial . . . . . 4 Religion . . . .36-37 September 13 Wiggle Waggle Walkathon 8:30 a.m., Central Experimental Farm, Entertainment . 26-27 Schools . . . . 28-29 www.ottawahumane.ca/events/walkathon.cfm September 20 Glebe House Tour, 1-4 p.m. Tickets available at GCC, $25 (see page 8) GCA ...... 9 Sports ...... 32 September 22 GCA meeting, 7:30 p.m., GCC NEXT DEADLINE: FOR THE SEPTEMBER 11 ISSUE September 23 GNAG Annual General Meeting, 7 p.m., GCC FRIDAY, AUGUST 28, 2009 2 Glebe Report August 14, 2009 NEWS A Northern adventure What do we do Aventure arctique at Abbotsford anyhow? Fourteen year old Glebe resi- By Pat Goyeche dent Lili Johanis-Bell was selected We have fun! We loiter with friends over coffee after an invigorating Muscle for the International Polar Year Toning class; we enjoy a tasty lunch on Tuesdays and Thursdays; we read plays Expedition – Arctic 2009, an edu- aloud, turn our hand to Bridge and laugh uproariously whenever the occasion cational expedition organized by calls for it! Abbotsford House seems to encourage such behaviour, and adds Students on Ice. She is a De La Salle new and exciting things to keep us coming back regularly. high school student. Congratulations Abbotsford House has had its doors open to adults 55 + for almost 35 years. Lili! Abbotsford is for you…if, you are a person who wants to participate in inter- esting, meaningful activities in an environment where you feel connected to Lili Johanis-Bell, résidente du your community and welcomed within it. You can come here to see “The Saun- Glebe âgée de14 ans, a été sélection- ders Portrait” of Shakespeare and hear the story of the pursuit to authenticate née pour l’expédition Arctique 2009 the portrait, courtesy of its owner Lloyd Sullivan, visit Alaska through the eyes – Année internationale polaire, une of a volunteer who has seen and felt it in its full splendour, or discuss politics expédition éducative organisée par and social rights with Ed Broadbent. Students on Ice. Elle étudie à l’École Join in now. Don’t hesitate to ask for a program guide. Look around the cen- secondaire De La Salle. Félicitations tre. Try a course or drop in on a game of Bridge. Just come and see what you Lili ! Lili Johanis-Bell have been missing! Abbotsford is the old stone house across from Lansdowne Good luck! Park. 950 Bank Street, 230- 5730. Our motto is “Loiter with us!” Bon voyage! Abbotsford would like to formally thank all of the wonderful volunteers and businesses who keep our not-for-profit vital and growing. Individual pledges and business pledges all played a major role in topping $15,500 in fundraising this past June at the twelfth annual Rockathon. Thank you: McKeen Metro 1069 Bank Street 102-255 Albert Street Glebe, CapCorp Financial, Medico-Dental Pharmacy, Booster Juice Glebe, So- Ottawa, ON K1S 3W9 Ottawa, ON K1P 6A9 dexho, TD Waterhouse, Medigas, Family Physiotherapy Centre, KPMG, Nova T 613-730-3000 T 613-594-3300 Networks, Revera, DTW Snow and Lawn Care and The Abbotsford Members Council for your generous financial support. Keep on rocking… F 613-730-0470 F 613-594-8802 Pat Goyeche is the programs facilitator for Abbotsford House. [email protected] [email protected] www.allegraottawa.com

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Be sure to drop by and take Sell Your Home With Us For advantage of the fantastic savings! 1% * to a Maximum of 3.75% 790 Bank Street (at 3rd) in the Glebe Buyers: Ask about our Cash Back Program 234-4136 www.davidsonsjewellers.com ‡ Savings based on a hypothetical 5% commission including GST. Not intended to solicit Sellers currently under contract with another Broker. * Our Fee For Service Program with our Seller Assist program and based on the average priced home on your local Real Estate Board. NEWS Glebe Report August 14, 2009 3 Glebe’s Got Flavour Dancing in the Streets Continued from page 1 They also received a surprise sponsorship from Lorrie Loewen, in memory of cancelled for 2009 her husband Dr. Ken Loewen, who passed away earlier this year. She has been BY Peter Linkletter a longtime customer of Slaysh, and saw this as a fun event that Dr. Loewen Due to circumstances beyond our control, the 2009 edition of Dancing in the would have loved to be a part of. According to Lorrie, Dr. Ken would have Streets has been cancelled. said, “Sounds like an amazing and vibrant event – just what this community The August street festival, which closes down Bank Street to traffic between needs.” Dr. Ken had been an active member of the community. He supported First and Fifth avenues, costs more than $50,000 to stage. and volunteered at many events such as Art in the Park, Art in the Hall, Fifth While the organizing committee has worked tirelessly to secure some key Avenue Art Festival and Taste in the Glebe. sponsorships and in-kind support, there would have been a shortfall in financial “In Winnipeg when something is awesome, all the teenagers that have their resources this year. finger on the pulse say that the particular person, place or thing is ‘GOAT!’ (for In an effort to save the event, the organizing committee has looked at a num- Greatest of all Time). Hope your event is GOAT!” said Loewen. ber of cost-saving measures to try and continue with the 2009 Dancing in the They also reached out to local music guru, Ian Boyd of Compact Music, and Streets, but even scaling back the number of stages and performers would not asked for his assistance for the music programming. He has been instrumental be enough to cover all the costs associated with producing an event of this in connecting them with local musicians and businesses. size. The event, called “Glebe’s Got Flavour,” will take place on August 29, in We have been fortunate as a team to rally together to stage three amazing Central Park in the Glebe, from 12:30 to 10 p.m. The event will be showcasing Dancing in the Streets events, and in doing so, have helped to promote cancer local musicians, dancers, fashions and flavours. They are extremely pleased survivorship in our region. to announce that the headlining act is one of the greatest musicians to come We have realized Max Keeping’s dream of ‘dancing down Bank Street’ to from the Ottawa area, and a resident of the Glebe, Sneezy Waters. In addi- punctuate his successful cancer journey. tion, there will be a tent with food tastings from local restaurants, a skate- On behalf of the organizing committee I would like to thank the Bank Street board competition and activities for children. Participating businesses include: business community and local residents for their continued support of Dancing Metro Music, Mrs. Tiggy Winkle’s, Starbucks, Pom Pom, Joe Mamma, Slaysh, in the Streets. Capital Home Hardware, Upfront Magazine, Bidmyreno.com, Garland Green Roofing, Maya’s School of Music and the School of Dance. Peter Linkletter is the Dancing in the Streets chair. “Glebe’s Got Flavour” will provide an opportunity to promote our vibrant neighbourhood and leave an exciting and lasting impression on those who at- tend. Holding a successful event will generate future business for the Glebe. In addition, the event will raise awareness for the Ottawa Chapter of Autism Ontario and specifically for their upcoming fundraiser, the Cycle for Autism. “This is going to be an amazing party for all who attend, but we really need Glebe businesses and residents to get involved in order to make this the best Do you have Type 2 Diabetes? event ever,” said Sarah Hyde. Businesses are invited to get involved by setting At least 18 years old? up a booth or a tent (for a fee) to showcase something unique and interesting. Not taking any medications to treat your diabetes? Residents and attendees can get involved by volunteering. Blood sugars a bit high? “We will need a good number of people on the day of the event to be stage hands, help with sound equipment, set-up in the morning and take-down at If so, you may be eligible to participate in a 9-month research study to determine night,” stated organizer Maya Kulakowsky. if an investigational, once-weekly study medication is better than three approved For more information about how your business can get involved or to vol- oral diabetes medications for adults with type 2 diabetes. unteer your time, call 613-565-9909 or 613-667-5830 or email Maya, Eric or If interested, please call 613-738-8400 ext 81961. Sarah at their respective addresses below: This research study has been approved by the Ottawa Hospital Research Ethics Board. Maya at [email protected] Erik at [email protected] Sarah at [email protected] Check out our website www.glebesgotflavour.ca which will be updated as our schedule of events has been set. Tweet us: glebesgotflava Or peep our Facebook page (search “Glebe’s Got Flavour”) Glebe’s Got Flavour Fire up the... Central Park Saturday, August 29 12:30-10 p.m. The Grill! GLEBE’S GOT FLAVOUR For the month of August McKeen Metro Glebe will Schedule of events be featuring Denis Gourmet Sausages for your grilling pleasure. Denis Gourmet sausages are MUSIC locally made without preservatives. 1-6:30 p.m.: Local music, dancing and fashion showcase Some of the artists will include: Margaret Tobolowska on cello, The Jack Fiends, The Riot Police, Tuesday, Gabrielle Giguere, The MoB, Students from Maya‘s School of Music and many more 6:15 to 7:15 p.m.: Amanda Rheaume 7:30-8:30 p.m.: Sneezy Waters 8:30-10 p.m.: TBA FOOD 1-5 p.m.: Food tastings 3-4 p.m.: Waiter/waitress competition CONTESTS 2-3 p.m.: Skateboard competition #1 (Ollie contest) 3-4 p.m.: Joe Mamma’s bike trick showcase 4-6 p.m.: Skateboard competition #2 (Ramp contest) CHILDREN’S ACTIVITIES 754 Bank Street Tel: (613) 232-9466 1-5:30 p.m.: Various activities including face painting, hula hoops, Store Hours: bean bag toss, and BIG bubbles. Mrs. Tiggy Winkle’s will also have Monday to Friday 8:00am - 10:00pm small prize giveaways and discount coupons. Saturday 8:00am - 9:00pm Sunday 9:00am - 8:00pm Check the website www.glebesgotflavour.ca Shop on line at: for updates on more events and entertainment in the coming weeks. www.metroglebe.com 4 Glebe Report August 14, 2009 EDITORIAL PAGE Camping... in the rain Wow, time sure flies when you’re having fun. It’s mid August already and there will be an early start to the school year. That’s right folks. Kids go 175 THIRD AVENUE back to school the week before Labour Day. OTTAWA, ONTARIO, K1S 2K2 I have enjoyed the cooler weather, a change from our usual humid Ot- AND tawa summers, but the rain, well, I could have done without the constant P. O. BOX 4794, STATION E, OTTAWA, ONTARIO, K1S 5H9 rain. It didn’t stop our family from taking a few camping trips though, one ESTABLISHED 1973 in Plaisance, Quebec and the other in the Adirondack Mountains, just south TELEPHONE: 613-236-4955 of the border at Meacham Lake, New York. e-mail: [email protected] Plaisance is a small town on the Ottawa River, west of Montebello. There, www.glebereport.ca you will find Parc national de Plaisance. The park is home to over 240 bird species and an extraordinary wetland habitat featuring a floating boardwalk The Glebe Report is a monthly community newspaper. We receive no government grants or subsidies. Advertising from Glebe and other where you may spot a great blue heron, ospreys, kingfishers, beaver lodges merchants pays our bills and printing costs. This month, 7,000 copies as well as a variety of frogs, beautiful water lilies and other wildlife. Less will be delivered free to Glebe homes, and copies are available at many than an hour’s drive from the Glebe, one can pack a picnic lunch, throw Glebe shops, Sunnyside Library, Brewer Pool, and Glebe and Ottawa the canoe on the roof rack and go on an adventure for the day. RV and tent South Community Centres. For Glebe Report deadlines and advertis- campsites, Huttopia tents and Yurts are also available and best of all, there ing rates, call the advertising manager, but please submit articles to is a “community centre” where we brought games and crafts to do with the [email protected]. kids.... while it rained and rained and rained. We arrived at Meacham Lake Campground, the only development on a EDITOR Suzanne Landis, 613-236-4955 1,203-acre lake, one sunny Friday afternoon. After a two-and-a-half hour ADVERTISING MANAGER Judy Field, 613-231-4938 drive, we set up and waited for two other families to arrive. Nestled among huge pines, in a quiet corner of the park, sat three incredible campsites. We BUSINESS MANAGER Sheila Pocock, 613-233-3047 closed our eyes to the sound of loons in the late evening and woke up to the CIRCULATION MANAGER Zita Taylor, 613-235-1214 knock of woodpeckers in the morning. Complete with nature hikes, a kids EDITORIAL ASSISTANT Gwendolyn Best playground, a sandy bathing beach, and picturesque picnic spots among COPY EDITOR McE Galbreath other activities, this family campground is a must see. But most import- STAFF THIS ISSUE: Susan Bell, Micheline Boyle, Julie Houle Cezer, antly, we were able to spend some quality time with good friends... in the Teena Hendelman, Carol MacLeod, Josie Pazdzior, Borgny Pearson, sun.... And the moment we left the park to come home... it started to rain. Dorothy Phillips, Jeanette Rive, Rita West This time, we got lucky! LEGAL ADVISER: Pierre Crichton COVER: Farmers’ Market wagon rides through the Glebe by Soo Hum SUB-DELIVERERS: Marie & Amanda Briscoe, Donna Edwards, Judy Field, Elizabeth Gordon, Gary Greenwood, Gill Hunter, Christian Hurlow, Sandra Webster, Zelda Yule Views expressed in the Glebe Report are those of our contributors. We Advertising rates are for electronic material supplied reserve the right to edit all submissions. Articles selected for publication will in PDF format with fonts embedded in the file. be published in both a hard copy monthly version and an electronic version The Glebe Report is printed by Winchester Print. to be included on the Glebe Report’s website - www.glebereport.ca. Our next deadline is Aug. 28 for both advertising and article submissions. The next Glebe Report will be out on Friday, Sept. 11, 2009. Where to find us In addition to free home delivery, you can find copies of the Glebe Report at Acorn Early Learning Centre, Brewer Arena, Brewer Pool, Corpus Christi School, First Avenue School, Glashan Public School, Glebe Community Centre, Kumon Centre, Lady Evelyn School, Mutch- mor School, the OCDSB, Ottawa South Community Centre, Sunnyside Come join our team of volunteers, 160 strong... Library, and the following local shops: Arbour, The Arrow & the Loon, We have the position of sub-deliverer available. 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CALL Zita Taylor at 613-235-1214, e-mail: [email protected], if you are willing to deliver a route for us. LETTERS Glebe Report August 14, 2009 5 Set traps to catch plant thieves For Lansdowne Park updates, see pages 20-21 Dear Empty Pots: You wrote that someone has been stealing plants right from under your nose, and I wanted to share with you my experience with plant thieves. Panhandling situation I lived on Chestnut Street for five years, and in the last year in my house a plant thief was busily stealing “unique” and “hard-to-find” plants from around getting worse the neighbourhood. Editor, Glebe Report Some of the home owners whose gardens had been vandalized got together I am responding to the letter from Janet Harris from the June 2009 issue and set up a midnight watch. Lo and behold, the thief was caught within a concerning panhandlers. While I agree with her that not all street people are week of the newly formed neighbourhood SWAT team. aggressive and ask for handouts, these are the exceptions and not the rule. The thief: the person delivering the early morning paper to the neighbour- Some of the panhandlers that I have come in contact with on Bank Street in hood. He was aware of newly planted greenery in everyone’s garden, and the Glebe are extremely aggressive and on many occasions quite rude when a worked in conjunction with a local landscaper, who would then use the “exot- handout is not given. You just have to spend some time on the block between ic” plants in clients’ gardens elsewhere!! Starbucks and the grocery store to see them in action. These two individuals would come back to the neighbour- In fact my husband was hit by one of them simply because he (my hus- hood in the very early hours of the morning (between band) dared to be walking on the same side of the street. I believe that some- midnight and 2 a.m.) and dig up specific plants...pretty thing should be done to help these people and encourage them to come off the sneaky, eh? streets. This situation has been ongoing for many years and just seems to be Some suggestions: getting worse. • Maybe you and your neighbours may want M. Summers to consider a midnight watch for a few weeks; • Place devices in your garden around newly bedded plants which will make loud noises when disturbed. It will frighten the thief and alert you; • You could strategically place loaded mouse traps in your potted plants and listen for the screeches. Hope some of these ideas will stimulate more BEST to catch the thief. Colleen McGowan

More green theft Editor, Glebe Report I have also been hit where it hurts by a plant thief. I was very disappointed this summer to find that someone had stolen plants from the Andre Kyssa Me- morial garden which is located on Second Avenue next to the steps going up to The Pantry. As you may know, these plants have been lovingly nurtured by Carolyn Best and myself. Ilse Kyssa

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The Ottawa Farmers’ Market is a Producer ONLY Market! www.secondavenuesweets.ca LaNSdOwNE PaRk, 1015 BaNk ST. 613-239-4955 6 Glebe Report August 14, 2009 LETTERS Minto in Manotick... Minto in Pride for one of our own the Glebe Editor, Glebe Report Editor, Glebe Report Many readers and a series of editors will remember that Russell Zinn acted In early July, the City of Ottawa received permission from the Ontario Su- for the Glebe Report as legal adviser for many years. He has now distinguished perior Court to appeal an Ontario Municipal Board decision to allow the Min- himself as the federal court judge who has opened the way – past a hesitant or to Company to build 1,400 new residences in the Manotick area, doubling the recalcitrant government in Ottawa – for a Canadian citizen Abousfian Abdel- population there. Minto’s application for this project was turned down by Ot- razik to come home after six wretched years. Abousfian Abdelrazik was incar- tawa City Council in 2008 on a 19-5 vote. Minto then went ahead to the OMB cerated, without ever being charged, in a Sudanese prison and the Canadian and asked them to overturn the city’s decision. City councillors said the Minto Embassy in Khartoum. project would cause major traffic problems in Manotick, alter the village’s We should take pride in one of ours speaking out in such a forthright and character, and threaten environmentally sensitive areas. (See Jake Rupert, colourful ruling (I especially liked the phrase about “goblins and fairies”) “Manotick expansion fight going to court,”Ottawa Citizen, July 9, 2009, C3). which shamed the government into responsive action. Thank you, Mr. Justice Minto vice-president Jack Stirling called the city’s case “false and bogus.” Zinn. (Jake Rupert, “Minto ready for court fight over Manotick, executive says,” Clyde Sanger Ottawa Citizen, July 10, 2009, C5) Minto is also one of four partners currently negotiating with the City of Ottawa to take over Lansdowne Park. My question is, why would we want New building Minto in Lansdowne Park as part of Lansdowne Live when they have shown such disregard for council and community wishes in the Manotick case? (The does not fit Glebe character West Manotick Community Association says the Minto proposal would “cre- ate insoluble stresses on the infrastructure of Manotick”. See http:/www.our Editor, Glebe Report manotick.ca) If Minto won’t accept council and community wishes with re- I am writing this letter to express my disgust with the newest eyesore in the gard to Manotick, why should anyone think they will do so if they are given Glebe, 1018 Bank Street also known as Eco Cité. I watched as this building free rein at Lansdowne Park? Minto Group CEO Roger Greenberg said in the was constructed and noted the geothermal heating system that was to heat the Citizen June 2, 2009 that he was sure the Lansdowne Live proposal would building. I could only expect the same care to be applied to the looks of this “mesh well with the Glebe.” Looking at what Minto wants to do in Manotick, I structure. wonder if “mash” might not be a more accurate word than “mesh” to describe This building has turned out to be nothing but a box covered with what ap- the likely effect of Minto and its Lansdowne Live partners on the Glebe. pears to be corrugated iron, a material used in third world countries to build John Smart shanty towns. This structure does not fit into the character of the Glebe nor any decent city. What is wrong with our city planners? Who would allow such carelessness? Yes, carelessness. I think somebody at city hall hates the Glebe. I know what can be done to buildings to dress them up and make them look pleasing and Accent on Beauty aesthetic. If Ottawa wants to compete with the best places to live then this is Esthetics • Electrolysis • Day Spa • Since 1991 not the way to do it. Pathetic! That sums up this mess. Do You Need a Little “Me” Time? Peter Oehring Come in and enjoy a relaxing, facial, manicure or pedicure! 25 - 99 Fifth Avenue • 613-238-3236 NEW E-mail: [email protected] Free Customer Parking • Elevator to 2nd Floor Tue & Wed: 9-6 pm, Thu & Fri: 9-8 pm, Sat: 9-5 pm

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GCA Glebe Report August 14, 2009 9 Decision on burying wires could delay Bank Street erneSt jOhnSOn reconstruction for 2010 Street reconstruction will be post- AntiqueS poned until this issue is addressed. If you feel strongly about wire bur- ial, be sure to contact the committee chair, Peter Hume, at peter.hume@ ottawa.ca. If the reconstruction goes ahead, the GCA Traffic Committee will be working closely with the city and the Glebe Business Improve- Caroline ment Area (BIA) to ensure that resi- dents’ and businesses’ concerns are Vanneste addressed. On September 2, the much awaited I am honoured and, frankly, some- and often delayed Lansdowne Park what shocked to be writing my redevelopment proposal from the first Glebe Report article as your Ottawa Sports and Entertainment president of the Glebe Community Group (OSEG) is due to be released. Association. Just a few months ago, City staff has been negotiating with I was happily conducting my vice- OSEG since April, but the nature of presidential duties, with no plans the negotiations has not been made to become president. But our Past public. The GCA’s Lansdowne Park President, Bob Brocklebank, had Committee has been working tire- served (quite impressively) for three lessly over the summer to educate years, and was ready to pass on the the public about the problems asso- gavel. Luckily, Bob is still active on ciated with this sole-source negotia- several different GCA files, and is an tion. Most recently, GCA represent- invaluable advisor to me and other atives met with senior officials at members of the Board. the National Capital Commission to First, a little bit about me. I moved express our concerns. Check www. to Ottawa in 1992 for a position with glebeca.ca and our sister organiza- www.ernestjohnsonantiques.com the federal government. My husband tion, www.friendsoflansdownepark. and I purchased a house in the Glebe ca, for more information on our ac- Showroom located at the in 1995 – when housing was much tivities. more affordable! We’ve lived here These are the largest issues we are Ottawa Antique Market ever since, and hope to end our days facing as autumn approaches, but 1179-A Bank Street here too. I’ve been actively involved your community association is act- in the GCA since the “Save Sunnyside ively involved in everything from 613-741-8565 Library” campaign in the spring of assessing the need for a duck cross- 2004. That positive experience – not ing sign near Brown’s Inlet to finding only did we save Sunnyside, but it’s entertainment for the recent Rideau now scheduled for renovation using Canal Festival. Our board consists of $1.275 million in federal infrastruc- 30 dedicated volunteers and several ture funding – got me hooked and I committees. 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12 Glebe Report August 14, 2009 CITY Supporting growth in our community to promote economic growth and en- sure the smooth flow of people and goods, we cannot forget to continue to invest in people themselves. I am so thrilled that we are investing ST E B $158.5 million, along with the fed- eral government, to repair and build new infrastructure on university and New online service provides MPP college campuses across Ottawa. Yasir Through the Knowledge Infrastruc- simpler birth registrations Naqvi ture Program, four post-secondary institutions in Ottawa will receive for Ottawa parents significant funding to expand their Parents of newborn children born “The Newborn Registration Service Recently, the buzz word around facilities, creating new spaces for within the city of Ottawa can now not only simplifies the birth registra- town has been “stimulus” – eco- exciting research and new academic register the birth of their child dir- tion process, it also allows parents the nomic stimulus by way of invest- programs. Carleton University is re- ectly with the Office of the Regis- convenience to use the online service ments in infrastructure. We all know ceiving $52.5 million to support the trar General (ORG) through a new at any time of day”, said then-Acting the theory: by spending money on Waterfront Project that will build two provincial online registration ser- Mayor Michel Bellemare. Parents upgrading and adding infrastructure, new buildings to house the Faculty of vice. This fully electronic service are required to submit a Statement governments are spurring the econ- Public Affairs as well as lecture the- means that the City of Ottawa will of Live Birth within 30 days of the omy by creating jobs and demand for atres and a conference centre. no longer be responsible for col- birth of their child. For parents who materials. But what exactly does this These investments are important prefer to complete the Statement of lecting live birth registrations for mean for our community? for our community. They are creat- babies born on or after June 22, Live Birth on paper, forms will still In Ottawa, the federal and provin- ing jobs and generating demand for 2009. be accepted by the ORG. To register cial governments have invested over materials. They are strengthening our The Newborn Registration Ser- the birth of a child, visit www.servi- $457 million in infrastructure pro- vice allows parents to complete and ceontario.ca/newborn. physical spaces, allowing us to build jects in our community. And we are submit online the Statement of Live With the introduction of the new stronger, more reliable and efficient investing in more than just roads and Birth as well as the option to apply service, the City of Ottawa will no systems to move people and goods. for the child’s birth certificate and longer be involved in the process- sewers. Most importantly, these investments social insurance number at the same ing of birth registrations for any One component is the Infrastruc- are building up our people. We are time. Authorized medical profession- births that occur within its municipal ture Stimulus Fund; an investment of funding the expansion of our institu- als are also able to submit a Notice of boundaries on or after June 22, 2009. over $250 million in traditional mu- tions of higher learning so that more Live Birth directly to the ORG rather Children born after this time must be nicipal infrastructure projects such students can gain the knowledge they than through the municipality. This registered directly with the Office of as roads, bridges, sewers and water need to compete in tomorrow’s high- service is part of a provincial roll- the Registrar General. However, chil- systems. However, this fund also tech economy. And we are supporting out, which was piloted in May 2007. dren born prior to this date will have includes investments in important the revitalization of our recreation Today, both the City of Ottawa and their registration completed through cultural projects such as $250,000 spaces to encourage a healthy, active the Township of North Wellington the City of Ottawa. to support the building of the China- community. launched this online service for resi- For more information on birth regis- town Gateway, and over $3 million These are exciting changes in our dents. tration in Ottawa, visit ottawa.ca. to renovate five libraries throughout community. I know that construc- the city – including the Sunnyside tion can sometimes create delays Branch on Bank Street. and frustration when you are com- Under the $24 million Recreation- muting or simply trying to go to al Infrastructure Canada program your favourite restaurant for dinner. in Ontario, we are encouraging an Please be patient – these delays are active lifestyle by improving recrea- unavoidable and will be temporary. tion facilities across our city. These I encourage you to continue to visit investments include: $6 million to your favourite stores and restaurants expand the YMCA/YWCA; $1.8 during construction – they need your million to upgrade the Rideau Canoe patronage now more than ever! Club; and $370,000 for improve- Please don’t hesitate to contact ments to the Rideau Curling Club. 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CITY Glebe Report August 14, 2009 13 Help keep Ottawa clean and One-day depot for household green – put litter in its place hazardous waste The City of Ottawa is calling on all residents and visitors to pitch Saturday, August 15 in and stop the LitterBug from lit- The City of Ottawa is hosting a one-day household hazardous waste col- tering in our parks, neighbourhoods and scenic locations. lection depot from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, August 15 at Drain-All Ltd., The city has more than 2,900 2705 Stevenage Drive, between Hawthorne Road and Russell Road, south of waste receptacles across the city Walkley Road. This depot provides a convenient way for you to help keep the for residents to use when they are environment free of hazardous household waste. out enjoying the summer weather. Residents are reminded that only household waste will be accepted (max- No one wants to live in or spend a imum 100 litres) at the depot. No commercial waste accepted. For a complete vacation in a litter-filled city. Please listing of acceptable household hazardous waste, visit the city’s website at keep our parks and tourist attrac- ottawa.ca/hhw. tions clean for everyone to enjoy Avoid line-ups for the following products: by doing your part and putting your Waste oil can be brought back to a “Take it Back!” partner retailer; check litter where it belongs – in a waste the city’s website at ottawa.ca under Recycling and Garbage for a list of 100 or recycling container. The simple retailers that take back oil. action of putting your litter where With the summer season in full swing, residents are reminded that pesticides, it belongs benefits everyone. herbicides and old, rusty BBQ propane tanks can be brought to the HHW If you wish to report litter, con- depots for safe disposal tact the city by calling 3-1-1 (TTY: Did you know you could return paint products and batteries to various 613-580-2401). Let us know what Ottawa hardware retailers? 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lar for showers, weddings, Mother’s is a natural product made with no products, which are created without Day and Christmas. There are gift artificial fragrances or dyes, making dyes and harsh chemicals, include baskets in the store that are pre-made it a great choice for baby clothes or foaming hand soaps, bar soap, body but baskets can also be customized anyone with sensitive skin. In addi- scrubs, body lotions, shaving but- for any event or celebration. Many tion there are various natural floor and ter, face cream, men’s shaving balm businesses in the Glebe subscribe to upholstery cleaners for sale and even and men’s shaving soap, to name a an environmentally friendly policy a hypoallergenic glass cleaner which few. There are also SoapStones baby when it comes to products that are is natural and scent free and does products available at the store. These sold and The Orange Tulip is no not contain any ammonia, alcohol or products include baby milk bath, Rob exception. Customers of the store vinegar; it is made from 100 per cent baby wash, baby powder, baby bum Khare leave with their purchases packaged plant-based ingredients. Other very cream and baby soap. Also available in biodegradable boutique bags and unique eco-friendly products which are a variety of Shoo-Foo bamboo their gift baskets are wrapped in bio- they offer are plantable gift cards and products including baby blankets, The Orange Tulip degradable cellophane. wedding invitations. fitted crib sheets, bath robes, bath If you have taken a walk down The store also offers a wide array In keeping with the natural theme, mitts, towels and dish clothes. Fourth Avenue just west of Bank of eco-friendly cleaning products. The Orange Tulip is a local distribu- If you would like to learn more Street recently you may have no- These cleaning products include tor of the SoapStones line of prod- about The Orange Tulip and the ticed a new boutique called The hypoallergenic laundry wash which ucts from Huntsville, Ontario. The products and services they offer, Orange Tulip. The store is a mother simply visit their website at www. and daughter partnership which car- theorangetulip.ca . The website pro- ries a wide selection of natural bed, vides updates on recent happenings bath and kitchen products, includ- at the store, gives hours of operation, ing an original line of baby products. and is a resource for additional infor- The owners, Sarah Dupuis and San- mation on the products that they of- dra Levesque, had always wanted to fer. Drop by The Orange Tulip today open a store so they opened the eco- to see what one of the newest addi- friendly Orange Tulip in the Glebe tions to the Glebe has to offer. on June 6. They love the Glebe area The Orange Tulip and have received a lot of positive 109 Fourth Avenue feedback since the store opened. Ottawa, Ontario One of the more popular items in 613-232-5555 the store has been the Branche silk www.theorangetulip.ca pillow cases. These premium quality silk pillow cases are said to prevent facial wrinkles, extend the life of Joe Mamma your hairstyle and restore the elasti- Re-session Tour city and shine of your hair, all while The Re-Session Tour made a you sleep. Another popular item is stop at Joe Mamma Bike shop in the bamboo sheets, which come in s the Glebe. A few Pro BMX Riders stopped by Joe Mamma’s in June to two different styles, damask stripe andi and solid colour. The sheets come in L promote a riding demonstration they a wide range of different sizes and were putting on at Centrepointe. The colours. MacNeil team is now well into their The Orange Tulip also offers its eastern Canada journey. Some of customers gift baskets for any occa- the riders involved were Jay Miron, Photo: Suzanne sion. The gift baskets are very popu- The Orange Tulip Alistair Whitton, Chris Martindale, Jaumell Campbell, Harrison Boyce,

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Chris Silva and Chijoke Okafoa. The riders were at the Joe Mamma bike store on June 9 to hang out, sign autographs, pose for pictures and do a few tricks for the fans who dropped by to say hello. The demonstration on Saturday, June 13 at Centrepointe was well attended and went off with- out a hitch. To keep up to date on future events on their way to the Ot- tawa area, you can simply visit www. joemamma.ca for a listing of any up and coming promotion shows and demonstrations. Glebe Kumon Math & Reading Learning Centre The Glebe Kumon Math & Read- Kumon Centre staff at your service ing Learning Centre is located at 2 Monk Street, which is at the inter- The Kumon Method begins by de- is based on individualization. The ing Learning Centre has a great web- section of Monk Street and Fifth Av- veloping basic learning skills in math students are given material and chal- site at www.glebekumoncentre.com enue. The centre has been open since and (English) reading through daily lenges based on their current abilities where you can learn more about the October 2006 and the director’s name practice on worksheets. The ultimate to build confidence and succeed. The Centre and the services they pro- is Trevor M. de Freitas. The Centre is goal is to empower each student with same rules apply whether a student vide. The website also has a Centre committed to becoming recognized self-learning skills through advanced, is using the Kumon learning program page which provides updated details as the leading supplemental educa- long-term study. Toru Kumon, the to catch up or simply to get ahead. regarding the Learning Centre and tional resource in the community. founder, saw this system of guid- The Kumon math program con- has a link to their copy of their Ku- Their plan to do this involves helping ing students in math and (English) sists of 23 levels. It begins with mon Connections Newsletter which young people reach full academic reading as a means through which basic number recognition, counting gives updates on events taking place and personal potential through self one could also teach study skills, in- and writing, and progresses through at the Centre. The Glebe Kumon motivated learning in a supportive dependence and responsibility. addition, subtraction, multiplication, Math & Reading Learning Centre and enriching environment. The Kumon Method of learning division, and fractions. Following is now accepting students in grades this the concept of negative numbers one through twelve for their vari- are introduced which then can lead ous programs. Please call them at into algebraic expressions and linear 613-23KUMON (613-235-8666) or equations, factoring, polynomials e-mail the instructor at instructor@ and quadratic functions and equa- glebekumoncentre.com to arrange a tions. free placement test. The Centre cur- The Kumon reading program con- rently operates Mondays and Thurs- sists of 22 levels. The program is days, 3:30-6:30 p.m. The Glebe Ku- made up of a series of subject matter mon Centre will also be announcing blocks, with each block addressing a the addition of a Junior Kumon pro- particular aspect of reading instruc- gram geared towards children aged tion. There are five blocks in total three to five years, with an emphasis consisting of: word building, sen- on fun and learning. The program tence building, paragraph building, should be rolling out in September. summary, and critique and literacy You can check the website for de- tails. analysis. The main objective of the Glebe Kumon Math & reading program is to develop the Reading Learning Centre students’ reading comprehension to 2 Monk Street, the fullest. 613-235-8666 The Glebe Kumon Math & Read- www.glebekumoncentre.com continued on page 16

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s Kevin McCrann. The working group argued that the OAEM industry is important to Lans- andi L downe Park, the City of Ottawa and the region, and advocated the enhance- ment of consumer show space at Lansdowne under any kind of re-development plan. The current usable space, some 100,000 sq ft, is not sufficient for the needs and growth of the industry, which would like to have at least double the

Photo: Suzanne amount of space to bring it up to the standard of other cities stronger in this area. The redeveloped Congress Centre will not help the industry much, as it is serve the customers. The Imperial unsuitable. The industry needs “bare” open facilities, suitable for truck trans- Imperial Barber Shop portation and where it can interact with the local community. The Congress There is a new barber shop in the Barber Shop website offers every- Glebe. Imperial Barber shop has thing from an online store to buy hair Centre, on the other hand, is suitable for conventions with overseas partici- opened its third Ottawa location at and shaving products (brand names pants and for professional organizations. Under the Lansdowne Live proposal, 837 Bank Street. The new location such as Crew, Kent, Pinaud, Club- the industry would have even less space than at present. has been open since mid-July. The Man, and Merkur) to appointment The working group’s presentation, “The Exposition Industry at Lansdowne owners, Gilles Lamenoise and Nan- bookings which customers can use Park – An Overview,” June 23, was sent to all Ottawa councillors. The 19-page cee Hunter, had been scouting the to book an appointment at any one of report looks at the current space, the number and types of events, economic Glebe for a while to find a potential their three locations. If you are look- impact, facilities in other cities, the Ottawa Convention Centre and suggests location for their third shop. Nancee ing for anything from shaving sets to recommendations. says that the Glebe location has “ex- gels, conditioners and creams, you Lansdowne Park is “the economic backbone” of the industry as it provides ceeded their expectations so far.” The will find it at the online store orat established space for the industry. In turn, the industry is very important to shop had to be completely renovated any of the three locations. Lansdowne Park, renting its facilities and providing steady revenue every year for about two months before opening The Imperial Barber Shop is ready (45-50 per cent of total revenues). For over 100 years, the site has served as the the doors. They have four barbers to serve the Glebe. So if you have regional focal point for citizens of Ottawa. Each year it hosts many separate noticed that your hair is a little long, on staff presently to serve custom- events such as consumer and trade shows, entertainment, social, cultural and your beard needs trimming, or maybe ers, with room for growth, so as the sports events (see website for Lansdowne Park). you just want to look like David Has- customer base grows more barbers There is a close bond between these events and residents of Ottawa who can be added. selhoff, then one of the talented bar- buy gifts for Christmas at the Craft Show, obtain quotes for home repairs at The Imperial Barber Shop caters bers at the Imperial Barber Shop is the Home Show, buy fresh produce at the Farmers’ Market or enjoy a family to men and boys of all ages looking there to help you out. Appointments for distinctively male haircuts and can be booked over the telephone outing at the Super X. Some 1.3 million people attended events at Lansdowne shaves. The shop has a very casual by calling 613-232-0222 or you can Park in 2006. Of these, 145,467 or 10.8 per cent were from out of town; atmosphere with a spacious waiting book appointments online at www. 2,074 companies exhibited. The Central Canada Exhibition accounted for 39 area and old school barber shop set Imperialbarbershop.com/Apt, or just per cent of annual attendance at Lansdowne followed by commercial sports up. Along with the many comfort- drop by the shop, as walk-ins are (22 per cent), commercial stage (15.4 per cent), consumer and trade shows able barber shop chairs available to always welcome. The store hours are (12 per cent), and miscellaneous events (11.6 per cent). The study estimates serve customers, the store also of- Tuesday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. that events at Lansdowne Park contributed $36.3 million in direct economic fers a wide range of men’s hair and and Saturdays, 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. activity, creating 529 full-year jobs in 2006. The direct, indirect and induced shaving accessories. In contrast to Imperial Barber Shop impact on Ontario’s economy from the Park was estimated to total around the Imperial Barber Shop old school 837 Bank Street $66.3 million. looks, they have completely em- 613-232-0222 braced new universal technology to www.Imperialbarbershop.com The study recommends: • the enhancement of space by 50,000 square feet of contiguous exhibit space. • that the city commission a study to determine the overall economic im- pact of consumer and trade show sector and other major events (com- munity, fairs, exhibitions, charity) on the Ottawa economy. The study’s scenarios would include the impact of reduction or elimination of con- sumer and trade show space, as well as an increase of 50,000 sq ft at Lansdowne and 150,000 sq ft elsewhere in Ottawa (Bayview, Albion, Kanata). This would be for a multi-purpose consumer/trade show as well as multi-use sports (CFL/CHL). • that a conference of all stakeholders be held. • the city retain at least 2,000 public parking spots under any develop- ment agreement. In recommendations directly related to OSEG propos- al, it asks the city to make public the show space to be made available under OSEG as well as pre-existing supplier and event contracts to be respected. • that OSEG provide an annual report on operational status at Lansdowne and establish a process for dispute settlement between OSEG and Lans- downe Park users. • that the city under any redevelopment agreement should “ensure the maintenance and upgrade of the Aberdeen Pavilion, Coliseum Build- “For All Your Home Improvement Needs” ing, and Civic Centre/Salons/Exhibition Hall exhibit space facili- ties.” • Kitchens In conclusion, the report states that the industry does not oppose the redevel- • Doors & Windows LARRY VILLENEUVE opment of Lansdowne Park, but, “it is imperative that the City of Ottawa move • Additions Mobile: (613) 724-7250 cautiously – and in an entirely open and transparent manner – regarding the Complete Design Services Fax: (613) 256-7971 potential redevelopment of Lansdowne Park.” NEWS Glebe Report August 14, 2009 17 Green bins EnviroFair rolling into your neighbourhood on track for a great day! BY Linda McCormick Mike Lascelles, past-chair of the Have you spotted the and narrow Environmental Advisory Committee green bins dotting neighbourhoods and a resident of Ottawa South, is a across the city? These bins belong strong advocate of waste diversion. to Green Bin Champions, partici- He feels the Green Bin program is pants in the City of Ottawa’s organ- a major advancement in Ottawa’s ics collection pilot program. Joining approach to household waste. “Pro- the ranks of Toronto and Halifax, the viding an under the counter kitchen City of Ottawa is going to be imple- catcher, along with the green bin menting an organics collection pro- will make it incredibly easy to col- gram, and is kicking it off with this lect and dispose of organic materi- pilot phase. als.” The kitchen catcher was de- The Green Bin program will collect signed and manufactured by Ottawa organic waste (fruit and vegetables Mold Craft, a local company. It can scraps, paper towels, meat, dairy, be hung on a kitchen cabinet door, cooking oils/grease, coffee grounds, easily removed to be emptied and pizza boxes, etc.) and turn it into rinsed before being returned to its compost. For 13 weeks, starting mid- under the counter position. One of September, 4,000 households a day the greatest advantages of the kitch- will receive their bins, with delivery en catcher is that it is “smell-proof.” to 220,000 households included in City staff investigated different By Carol MacLeod of which will be local. Information the first phase of the program. Col- models and even carried out a smell Reserve Saturday, November 7 for will be available on related city pro- lection will begin in the new year on test by loading prototypes with or- the “Greening Your Home” edition grams, some of which are new. An your regular collection day. ganic garbage and allowing them of the EnviroFair. This, the Glebe early afternoon panel discussion and In anticipation of the project, a pi- to sit in staff offices for 14 days. Community Association’s second question period will feature Yasir lot phase began June 1. Members of The selected kitchen container won EnviroFair, takes place at St. Giles Naqvi, MPP, Ottawa-Centre speak- the of the city’s Environmental Ad- hands-down! Church (corner of Bank and First). ing on Ontario’s Green Energy Act, visory Committee are playing a key Patrick Quealey, chair of the En- The EnviroFair appreciates receiving a City of Ottawa bylaw officer will role in helping to ensure its success vironmental Advisory Committee, some funds from City of Ottawa’s discuss the implications for installing by becoming green bin champions, is happy to participate in the pilot Community Environmental Grants new technologies, an Envirocentre- along with some city staff and city study, saying, “It is my hope that this Program, allowing it to run for the approved auditor will discuss energy councillors. Pilot participants re- program will help the city achieve its second year. audits and a local resident will relate ceived their bins the week of June waste reduction targets, and divert Councilor Clive Doucet will open his experience installing sustainable 8 and will use them throughout the the amount of trash going to landfill. the EnviroFair at 9 a.m. David technologies. summer and fall, reporting challen- This is important as our existing land- Chernushenko, always thought- Local artists are invited to submit ges and ease of usage to city staff. fill is near capacity and new landfills provoking, is confirmed as a key- works of art featuring natural, re- About 45 per cent of household can add to the financial burden of the note speaker. The rest of the mor- cycled and/or sustainable materials. garbage is organic material – vege- municipality.” ning will be taken up with four 45 Watch for details of this unique ele- table peelings, meat and dairy prod- Watch for your bin to arrive on minute seminars, one each on solar ment of the EnviroFair in the Sep- ucts, used paper products, kitty litter your doorstep starting in September hot water, geothermal installation, tember issue of the Glebe Report. – that can be processed into nutrient and check out the information inside photovoltaic installation and de- Glebe vendors, schools and local rich compost for use on farms and for details on how the program will mand water heating. The seminars suppliers are being approached to parklands. The purpose of the Green work starting in January 2010. will run concurrently in two time display their wares. Tables, at a cost Bin program is to divert these or- Environmental Advisory Commit- slots. Solar hot water and photovol- of $30, are allocated on a first come, ganic materials from the landfills and tee promotes the protection, main- taic seminars will be repeated in the first served basis. Payment must be turn them into compost, thereby ex- tenance and enhancement of the en- afternoon. There will also be after- received by September 30. tending the life of the landfills. vironment in the city of Ottawa, to noon seminars on the Green Energy For information, please contact The bins were developed especial- safeguard and improve the quality Act and wind power. planning committee members Carol ly for Ottawa so that they would per- of life of those who live and work in You will be able to purchase lunch MacLeod at carolmacleod@sympa form in typical winter weather. They the city. The committee meetings are goodies from a local caterer to tico.ca or tel. 613-234-9572 or Sean are composed of re-cycled plastic, open to the public; agendas and min- munch on while you circulate among Twomey at [email protected] or tel. feature a racoon-proof lid and have utes are available on the city website. the estimated 35 exhibitors, many 613-567-3168. large wheels so they will roll easily Members of the committee are all down bumpy snow covered drive- volunteers who reside in the city and ways. The bins are also tapered to serve for a fixed term. Openings on ensure the contents will still empty the Environmental Advisory Com- easily when the contents freeze. mittee are filled each year. Please Berend Velderman, a member of the check the City of Ottawa website for Environmental Advisory Committee information on how to apply for this reports in his experience with the bin and other similar advisory commit- that “as a family we are now divert- tees. ing about 50 per cent of what is still Linda McCormick is a member of considered waste under the existing the City of Ottawa’s Environmental program.” Advisory Committee.

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In naturally with oil of oregano downtown community for seniors. fact, the Ottawa Police Service has a They requested to meet with me to unit completely dedicated to raising go over what services the Ottawa Po- awareness of elder abuse issues. lice Service offers to seniors and to But I digress… The largest selection of pure address their safety and security con- So what’s the solution to all of this? How do we overcome this trend cerns. This meeting generated lots of essential oils in the city — of seniors isolating themselves from healthy discussion and it became evi- the rest of society and hiding away dent that seniors feel most vulnerable only at Planet Botanix in a retirement community? I did not when they are disconnected from the have to look far for answers. In my rest of society. two and a half years as a community Homeopathic detox kits in stock As society moves forward at an police officer, I have found most of accelerated pace, seniors entering or my volunteers, who are seniors, to be settling into their retirement years the most reliable. They are also the often feel pushed aside by a soci- Store HourS: most knowledgeable, the most inter- ety that is consumed with consum- ested in security and safety issues, Monday to Wednesday – 10 am to 6 pm ing and fixated on getting ahead. the most well-rounded as individuals, Thursday & Friday – 10 am to 9 pm For many seniors, the prospect of and more importantly, they have the Saturday – 10 am to 6 pm actually being able to enjoy their time. retirement is threatened by the fact Sunday – 11 am to 5 pm They understand, first hand, the that they feel that the world around importance of civic engagement and them is no longer such a friendly are prepared to do what it takes to place in which to live. They are con- make a positive contribution in their stantly bombarded by sensational communities. 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EXPERIENCE THE DENYS DIFFERENCE 20 Glebe Report August 14, 2009 500 Friends rally for Lansdowne Park BY TEENA HENDELMAN of “This Land is My Land.” 60-day time slot, but the city manager Under a hot midday sun on Sunday, By circling the entire 40-acre site, requested and received an extension June 14, over 500 people gathered people were able to discover the in- to August 26. Current information in front of the Aberdeen Pavilion at credible potential of Lansdowne Park has it that a report on the negotiations a rally organized by the Friends of and to show support for a public pro- will come forward to city council Lansdowne Park to urge the muni- cess to determine its future. “Walking on September 2. If the report states cipal government to: STOP a flawed around the site provides an apprecia- that city staff and OSEG reached an process. THINK about the implica- tion of its large space and sparks the agreement, then the city will embark tions of the “Lansdowne Live” prop- imagination as to what could be done on a period of public consultation osition. GET IT RIGHT by making so close to the canal,” said rally or- about the new proposal. Lansdowne Park great now and for ganizer Michael Tiger. “Lansdowne Friends of Lansdowne Park want to future generations. should be much more than a shop- see an informed public who will be People held up placards they had ping or cinema destination.” given adequate time to come forward painted on site while they listened to Allowing the public to participate with their concerns and opinions. impassioned addresses by sustaina- in imagining the future of Lans- A six-week to two-month period of bility advocate David Chernushenko, downe Park was also the message of time will be necessary for adequate teenager Sophie Crump, Olympian rally speaker David Chernushenko. consultation. Abby Hoffman and Ottawa Citizen “We need an open process that allows While waiting for the report and columnist Gay Cook. Rally MC multiple ideas to come forward,” said the consultation to begin, and once Alan Cutler outlined the route for the Chernushenko. “The future of public the report is tabled, Ottawans should walkers and runners to follow around land needs to be decided through a prepare themselves with facts and Lansdowne Park. To kick off the public process.” alternative visions. walk, folksinger Chris White led the The rally focussed people’s atten- Check the FOLP website at www. Rally participant holds a placard tion on the closed-door negotiations large group in singing an adaptation friendsoflansdownepark.ca to receive made on site. going on over the summer between news and information. city staff and the Ottawa Sports and Entertainment Group (OSEG). Ori- Teena Hendelman is one of the ginally the negotiations were given a Friends of Lansdowne Park.

June Creelman, chair of the Friends of Lansdowne Park, and area politicians lead the walk around the park. Rally walkers think of a future for Lansdowne Park without acres of asphalt and lines of parked cars. Photos: Victor Turco

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Placards call for public use of public land. 22 Glebe Report August 14, 2009 ART Countdown to the Glebe Fine Art display and sale BY LINDA LODER Almonte and Toronto and her work the Ottawa Art Association. David’s work can best be described as “ro- The Glebe Fine Art display and sale is in private collections in England, France, Holland and across Canada. mantic expressionism” in nature and will be held in the Glebe Community colour. The objective is to create a Centre on September 5-6, from 10 Wilma says “Painting is a joyful ex- perience for me. Each painting is an still life of plants and flowers togeth- a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The 30 artists are er with figure studies that are a pres- busy with painting, advertising and expression of my personality and my view of the world.” ence, not a background. Inspiration preparing for their upcoming show. is taken from Michelangelo’s quote, The theme this year is “The Glebe” “All good paintings start with the fig- and each artist is preparing a paint- ure.” These living things create a joy ing on that theme. Wilma Pinkus, a and excitement all their own. local Glebe artist, is going to judge the completed paintings during the weekend. Wilma has been an art teacher and associate professor at Queen’s Uni- versity for 30 years, working with art teachers qualifying for their art specialist degree. She has also been a winner of numerous awards for her Work by Anne Remmer Thompson Work by Olaf Krassnitzky work and is a Fellow of the Ottawa Watercolour Society since 1982. She Another Glebe artist who will be graphite, pastel, watercolour, acryl- has had an extensive exhibition his- presenting her work at the show is ics, oil, inks and markers on paper, tory in Kingston, Montreal, Ottawa, Anne Remmer Thompson. In her canvas, board and ceramics. Many of painting, she has developed a unique, his portraits and paintings are found bold style of watercolour for which in private collections in Austria, Ger- she is widely known. Anne exhibits many and Canada. He is a member with Art Lending of Ottawa and local of Arteast and the new Shenkman galleries. Her paintings can be seen Centre in Orleans. He has displayed in the permanent collection of the in Galleriart on York Street and the Rosy Somerville, “Ebulliance” Corporation of the City of Ottawa, Centrum Gallery of the Orleans the City of Gatineau, the Family Client Service Centre. Rosy Somerville was born in Eng- Care Workers of Ontario, and in hun- Following graduation from the Ot- land where she studied fine arts and dreds of public and private collec- tawa School of Art diploma program English and worked in graphic de- tions throughout Canada, the United as a mature student, David Houlton sign for many years before immi- States and Europe. has been the recipient of numer- grating to Canada in 1996. “Painting Olaf Krassnitzky states that he uses ous prizes – a study grant from Bell in any medium is for me a medita- “visual art as an aesthetic means of Canada, Best in Show awards from tion. I love the challenge, the unique communicating about human eco- Loomis and Toles, Wallack’s and movements of the medium and the logical issues such as conflicts be- Artguise as well as awards from total focus it demands.” She works tween our development and how we en plein air and in the studio. Rosy relate to the technological, social and teaches watercolours at the Ottawa natural environments.” He likes to School of Art Orleans Campus, and use a wide range of media such as at the Glebe Community Centre. Wilma Pinkus Rosy is a member of the Ottawa Watercolour Society and the Ottawa Art Association. This year, some Canterbury Art students will also be featured in the DESIGN Glebe Fine Arts display and sale. As in previous years, there will be CONSULTATION excellent refreshments available on site courtesy of Mato and Katarina Covic who have catered for us for the past four years. Admission is free and there is on street or free parking at Corpus Christi School next to the community centre. There will also be RENOVATION an ATM machine available on site for David Houlton, “Well Balanced” your convenience.

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 and yes, about art. For information, NOW OPEN! call 613-580-2787. Where is her art rooted? Valerie, who was raised in the Glebe, recalls that even as a small child, she felt compelled to draw and work with Quality care for children her hands. Eventually, she entered Canterbury High School’s visual arts ages 14 months to 6 years. program, affording her the oppor- tunity to develop excellent technical Full-day, morning and afternoon skills in drawing and painting and to experiment in photography, ceramics half day programs available. and sculpture.

“Ceilidh,” Monoprint, 2009 by Julie Houle Cezer Visual artist, Valerie Syposz, is inviting you to a marathon ‘Whine and Cheese’ party to feast on some 25 metaphorical images executed as linocuts and lithographs. While based on the figure with subjects drawn from familiar milieus, these prints are reminiscent of surrealism with a humorous twist more than of any form of photo realism. Some of them tend to jump right off the fine papers on which they are printed and 600 Bank Street, Ottawa, ON shake you in your “conventions.” Tel: 613-216-7668 Email: [email protected]

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This training stood her in good stead when she later chose to go to Concordia University. There, in addition to obtaining a B.F.A, she re-discovered a passion for litho- graphy and intaglio. Since 2008, “Part of the Truth,” Linocut, 2008 she has continued at Atelier Circu- laire in Montreal, a co-operative If you associate prints with pastor- studio of 100 printmakers, to refine al landscape, abstraction, folk art, or her printmaking techniques, explore formal portraiture, you may have to new subject matter and deepen her don your “mind expanding” cap, as creative process. Now determined you will find that these art works tug, to bring her technical knowledge sometimes yank, at the edges of the and love of printmaking back to the cover that holds your comfort zone in Ottawa community, Valerie will be place. Even a little intrigued? Then, offering two courses as of Septem- make a short trip to the Shenkman ber 25 at the Nepean Creative Arts Arts Centre (255 Centrum Boule- Centre:“Introduction to Linocut” and vard, near Place d’Orleans) in Or- “Printmaking and Mixed Media.” leans between today and August 25 For more information, call 613- and view Valerie Syposz’s solo show 596-5783 or visit www.ottawa.ca / in Trinity Gallery, Salon B. But, be 2009-2010 Recreation Guide, p. 87.

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eScApe Women’s ClassiC Casual Clothing 703 Bank Street (Glebe Ave.) 613-567-3989 fall items arriving weekly 24 Glebe Report August 14, 2009 MUSIC Notice of audition for the Fall Classics Ottawa Symphony Orchestra with Julie Nesrallah, The Ottawa Symphony Orchestra Caroline Léonardelli and wishes to announce that it will be hearing string auditions on Thursday, September 10, Four Seasons Harp Quartet in Freiman Recital Hall, University of Ottawa Auditions will begin at 5 p.m. Those interested in auditioning should contact Eric Rupp, orchestra man- ager. To reserve an audition time, call 613-233-7205 or e-mail:errupp@gmail. com. Information regarding audition repertoire can be obtained by contacting Angus Armstrong, librarian at [email protected] or 613-741-5693.

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Caroline Léonardelli (on left) and Julie Nesrallah Glebe Classics launches its 2009- takes the dance from its earliest incar- Make music with us! 10 season with two exceptional nation from the bordello through ver- concerts at St. Giles Church (Bank sions for the café and then the night- The Bytown Voices Choir welcomes new members, especially tenors. We & First). The season kicks off with club. Originally composed for flute are a group of people who love getting together to sing and to let the joy of mezzo soprano Julie Nesrallah and and guitar, this arrangement adds a music lift us above the cares of the world. We present two concerts each year, harpist Caroline Léonardelli per- whole new dimension to the pieces. in December and May, with a variety of music from classical to Broadway forming a new program! The con- Advance tickets are available tunes to folksongs. Join us at our first rehearsal on Tuesday, September 8 at cert will feature special guest violin- after Labour Day at Compact Music 7:30 p.m. at St. Basil’s Church on Maitland Ave., just north of the Queensway, ist, Donnie Deacon. The event will in the Glebe. General admission $20, and try us out! take place on Saturday September, students and seniors are $15. For more information, visit our website, www.bytownvoices.com or contact 26 at 8 p.m. Julie and Caroline have The second concert of the sea- Valerie Bryce (613)234-1030. put together a program of French son features the Four Season Harp songs by Reynold Hahn and Cécile Quartet. The Harp Quartet is a very Chaminade from the Belle Epoque beautiful but rarely seen ensemble. Period. These pre-World War I early This will be the ensemble’s first ap- 1900s songs will transport you back pearance in Ottawa since its debut to a time when salon music was at its performance in 2004. The concert zenith! will be on Friday, December 18 at 8 Violinist Donnie Deacon will p.m. To celebrate the Christmas sea- join Julie and Caroline in a per- son the quartet will be performing an formance of Siete Canciones Popu- arrangement of the Nutcracker Suite! lares Españolas (“Seven Spanish The second centerpiece of the con- Folksongs”) by Manual De Falla. cert will be Vivaldi’s Four Seasons. The songs were originally written The quartet is comprised of some of for voice and guitar. However, the Canada’s top harpists and includes Basque Spanish harpist Carlos Sal- Jennifer Swartz (Montreal Sym- zedo was so taken by the songs he phony), Lori Gemmell (Kitchener- arranged them for harp. The seven Waterloo Symphony), Caroline songs were dedicated to Madame Léonardelli (Ottawa & Gatineau Ida Godebska. In addition to being symphonies), and Caroline Lizotte a muse for Manuel De Falla, Ida (Montreal Symphony). Godebska influenced Maurice Ravel Advance tickets for the Harp Quar- who composed Ma Mere L’Oye for tet will be available at Compact her two children to encourage them Music. Very limited reserved seating to practise. To top the show off, Julie for the Harp Quartet will be available with also perform Carmen with for purchase at the Julie Nesrallah Caroline and Donnie! concert only. This special offer of Between songs, Caroline and reserved seating is available for $20 Donnie will perform the Histoire du (all tickets). Tango, by master tango composer Ás- For more information, please visit tor Piazzolla. The Histoire du Tango www.carolineleonardelli.com. MUSIC Glebe Report August 14, 2009 25 What’s on your iPod? In addition to our regular music fare, the following selections of music have been recommended for your listening pleasure by your friends and neighbors. Enjoy! Amos The Transparent by This Town Ottawa’s own hidden gem, This Town is fronted by the gifted Jon Chandler. They play folk songs with huge arrangements that can please anyone’s ear. One of the most talented underground Canadian bands currently going. Miles in Denial by The Junction Hailing from Brampton Ontario, The Junction are another one of Canada’s most promising musical acts. Their style ranges from jazz/fusion to straight ahead rock’n roll, including some very experimental sections keeping the lis- tener on their toes. Nerves Normal, Breath Normal by Wintersleep As a drummer, drums are typically the first thing I hear when listening to a song. Wintersleep’s drummer, Loel Campbell, has to be the most creative rock drummer around today. Originating in Halifax, Wintersleep combine haunting vocals with spacey guitars and pounding drums to give a truly unique experi- ence, as is exemplified in Nerves Normal, Breath Normal. Flite by The Cinematic Orchestra Combining jazz, contemporary, experimental, and just about any other genre known to man, The Cinematic Orchestra find a way to keep the listener en- gaged through sections of improvisation followed by structured chaos. Some of the most emotionally filled jazz I’ve ever heard coming straight to you from the band without the aid of vocals. Supporting Caste by Propagandhi Angsty, political, raw, emotional, powerful are only a fraction of what Propa- gandhi stand for. They’ve been going at it for over 20 years, and have abso- lutely outdone themselves with their newest release. They’ve been through the thick and thin of the music industry, and like a fine wine, only seem to grow stronger with time. Submitted by Jamie, drummer extraordinare!

Kings Crossing by Elliot Smith A heartbreakingly beautiful view of the man Elliot sees himself to be, Kings Crossing is a self portrait, a poem, a cry for help, a mirror of a song that forces one to look inside and ask: how much do I relate? The Shankill Butchers by The Decemberists Based on the horrifying kidnappings and murders that happened in the 1970’s in northern Ireland, the Decemberists warn you in a soothing, lullaby tone of the dangers that occur in the world, reminding us all that bad things do still happen to good people. Blake Says by Amanda Palmer In the typical lyrical style of Amanda Palmer, she paints a picture of a boy who puzzles and fascinates the listener with his quirks and follies. In the end, the person she describes Blake to be may not want to be anyone you would want to fall in love with, but you don’t really have a choice. Fairytale by Sara Bareilles Using classic fairy tales for context, Sara describes her frustration with lowering her expectations and winding up with everyone but the man she can truly claim to love. The best part of this song is the rhythm and the powerful lyrics that allow for a perfect addition to your dancing-around-the-house-like- a-fool playlist. Bleed Like Me by Garbage The modern anthem for empathy, Need Renovations? Bleed Like Me is a look into a world BEST that most people don’t even dare to im- agine and would rather pretend didn’t exist. For the people who relate to any of the fictional characters described in this song, this is a victory song, a popularized rendition of all the things you felt and were too afraid to say. Submitted by Zen, summertime Glebe resident

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These romances blossomed subtly, sup- mour to the production. ported by the immense talent of the actors and brilliance “Prairie Giant” is a history lesson revealing the stead- of the scripts. In Twilight, the effort made to bring main fastness of the Premier of Saskatchewan who oversaw characters, Bella (played by Kristen Stewart) and Ed- the legislation of Canada’s first universal healthcare pro- ward (played by Robert Pattinson), into the ranks of a gram. Douglas and his Canadian Commonwealth Fed- classic romantic couple, falls short due to a lack of good eration introduced other important social programs: The acting and captivating dialogue. Bill of Rights, government insurance, the eight-hour work day and government The movie was based on a hit novel, which was detailed enough to de- funding for the arts. scribe the complex emotional turbulence of someone who has fallen in love The film tells the story of a small-town pastor in the 1930s who fights poverty with someone who wants to suck their blood. In the movie adaptation, how- and injustice. When he enters politics, he becomes the first socialist elected leader ever, the story has been abbreviated so much that its almost hard to believe in North American. they even know each other’s last names, let alone know enough about each “Prairie Giant” features some of Canada’s best actors and has excellent produc- other to fall in love. The plot never begins to thicken, but instead glides tion values. Included are extra features: the making of the production and a tour along on an ocean of predictability, sprinkled with a few cute damsel-in- of the set, both interesting additions. distress scenes so that Mr. Pattinson has a chance to flex his muscles and It is available through the Ottawa Public Library. make the teen girls sigh. Without the implication of romance and the best Audition: Everything an Actor Needs to Know to Get the Part selling novel to back it up, Twilight lacks cinematic merit. by Michael Shurtleff Sunshine Cleaning Series of four DVDs Directed by Christine Jeffs 1. Relationship: Where is the Love in the Scene? 2. HumoUr: HumoUr is not jokes; humour arises from pain and enables us to Rating 14A carry on in spite of it. In order to keep her life on track and send her son to school, Rose Lorkow- 3. Communication and Competition: Getting beyond self-expression to true ski (played by Amy Adams) starts a business cleaning up crime scenes in a communication: a continuous cycle of messages and responses. questionably legal self-made company she optimistically names “Sunshine 4. Place: Creating a sense of place, even on a bare stage. Cleaning.” She enlists the help of her sister Norah (played by Emily Blunt) Michael Shurtleff is famous for the well known book “Audition” about getting to clean up after murders, accidents and suicides. This brings up painful the part. The DVD series is based on his book and is interesting not only for the memories for Rose and Norah of their own mother’s tragic death. The deter- actor, but also for anyone who loves good humour. Shurtleff is a delight to en- mination of Rose to keep her business and family together makes this film counter. He’s entertaining and knowledgeable.He worked as a casting director for a heartbreaking look inside the struggle of a woman whose life never meas- Broadway shows: Chicago, Gypsy, Oliver, and Becket and for films: The Gradu- ured up to what she expected, but always managed to be what she needed. ate (brilliant casting of Dustin Hoffman as the lead), Jesus Christ Superstar and The Sound of Music. Besides Hoffman, he launched the careers of Barbra Strei- C.R.A.Z.Y. sand, Robert Redford, Lily Tomlin and Bette Midler. Directed by Jean-Marc Vallée Shurtleff was rumoured to see at least a dozen plays and films every week. His Rating 13+ motto: “Everyday learn.” With the theme of growing up in Quebec in the 1970s, this movie follows It is available through the Ottawa Public Library. the tumultuous relationships of Zac Beaulieu (played by Marc-André Gron- din) as he struggles to become the person he believes his father wants him Under the Sea to be. At a very young age, Zac knows he is different and holds a particular Directed by Howard Hall disdain for Christmas, which also happens to be his birthday, because he Imax Theatre, Canadian Museum of Civilization always receives gifts that remind him of his father’s expectations. For years, If you like watching sea creatures, then you’ll find “Under the Sea” a fasci- he fights an internal battle, lashing out against his brother and anyone who nating 3D adventure. On a giant screen, experience sharks that look like carpets reflects the secret that he most fears. When his brother Raymond (played by – until they suddenly capture their prey, frog fish that look like yellow sponges, Pierre-Luc Brillant) begins to succumb to his drug addiction, Zac and his venomous sea snakes, six-foot garden eels, rare Australian sea lions, jellyfish family are brought together, and only in the tragedy of loss can become the with stinging tentacles, giant sea turtles, sea dragons, the world’s largest sting- family that Zac always wanted. rays, and a great white shark that is 17 feet long. “Under the Sea” focuses on the coastal regions of Southern Australia, New Zen Landis, age 17, daughter of our regular reviewer, Ted Landis, is visit- Guinea and the Indo-Pacific. Narrated by Jim Carrey, the film also considers the ing from California where she recently graduated high school. environmental effects of sea water that warms and bleaches coral reefs

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(613) 233-4488 | www.tracyarnett.com 28 Glebe Report August 14, 2009 SCHOOLS Governance changes Saturday, Aug 29th in Ontario school boards and Accountability Office) student Join TOOTLES for achievement or graduation rates are not up to snuff. It’s unclear to me that there exists a board closed to ad- GLEBE’S GOT FLAVOUR vice or not caring to improve, so why such a heavy hand might be needed is beyond me. under the TIGGY TENT! Trustee First and foremost, approximately Rob 40 per cent of student achievement Campbell has been shown to vary with socio- OCDSB economics, or factors located outside of the school setting. We have very different boards across Ontario and The government is modernizing have defined board mandates and its relationship with school boards in limited funding. Also, EQAO is a face painting Ontario. It was just a matter of time narrow criterion on which to base a before this happened. The move has notion of success – what about cit- been prompted by the current gov- izenship, physical and mental health, ernment’s involvement with some arts and music and so forth? boards in a high profile way over the To its credit, the government rec- bubbles past few years. ognizes the conundrum it has created Most notoriously, trustees on the for itself with respect to EQAO. In a Toronto Catholic School Board were consultation paper released this June, fun! fun! fun! providing themselves with lavish ex- they note their concern with getting pense accounts, personal assistants the right balance between making and also were not dealing well with sure both the boards are not micro- ENTER FOR YOUR CHANCE TO WIN their deficit situation. In addition, managed and that we also somehow A $50 GIFT CERTIFICATE FROM there has been a lot of high profile MRS. TIGGY WINKLE’S & LOST MARBLES! recognize the whole student. Person- in-fighting at Toronto Public School ally I recommend focusing on the Board regularly reported in the To- ultimate rollup graduation rate and NAME: ronto Star and elsewhere. It is un- also on gaps in EQAO achievement fortunate but true that Toronto really between socioeconomic strata. TEL: is the centre of the universe for On- Finally, the government is propos- tario education and what happens at ing to set some best practice stan- those two boards really can affect the dards for school boards. Again, I have DRAW DATE SUNDAY AUGUST 30TH, 2009 rest of the 70 boards in the province. no problem with the basic idea, but WINNER WILL BE NOTIFIED. Consultation papers have been GOOD LUCK! I could have issues with the details. produced and dialogue is ongoing One floated proposal would allow a between education stakeholders and majority to discipline a minority of the government as we await a draft trustees or might move decision mak- regulation in the early fall. The gov- ing to an executive committee and so ernment could have gone several forth. Boards inevitably have fac- ways but has decided, in my view, to tions and, unless we wanted to also propose a relative reform-lite. They introduce a de facto party system on are proposing that school boards pro- school boards, this is not a good way vide more detailed and more consist- to go in my view. GREAT ent reporting to the public and to the Ministry. I have zero problem with Governance matters usually make MEMBERSHIPS! this as long as: the extra costs of people’s eyes glaze over; however compliance are recognized, expected this time around at least, it’s worth- multi-year plans aren’t subject to an- while for citizens to say tuned and nually changing government funding get involved when this all gets debat- and policy, and as long as the govern- ed in the legislature and in the media ment invites the public to hold it to in the fall. account for the same measures prov- If you have a suggestion or a con- incially. cern, or would like to be added to my More intrusively, the government e-newsletter list, then please contact itself plans to reserve the right to take me via [email protected] or at over boards, or to formally intervene 613-323-7803. Meeting and docu- if their EQAO (Education Quality ment info available at www.ocdsb.ca

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Before you know it, the dreamy eyes One of Mrs. Bergamin’s funda- of children on holidays begin to fill with a nervous energy that marks mental beliefs is that all children can the end of summer. Believe it or not, back to school is just around the cor- learn and that they must be given the ner. And the intoxicating mix of fear and excitement for children anticipating opportunity to achieve their full po- the new school year means some preparation for parents. tential. As the mother of three chil- For school first-timers, the transition can be difficult especially if children dren (16 year old Zachary, and 13 have not previously experienced a structured environment. Kelly Paolozzi, year old twins, Nicholas and Justin) director of Success By 6 Ottawa, says any kind of structure, whether it is she understands that all children are childcare, nursery school or a play group, helps prepare children for a class- unique and must be treated as such. room with rules and an adult supervisor who is not a parent. “Because the She is eager to be a part of a school school day is structured,” she says, “children need to be familiar with routine as diverse as GCI where academics, and consistency in their day.” Glebe Collegiate’s new athletics and arts are all celebrated. Paolozzi suggests parents need to teach children what to expect when they vice-principal, Mrs. Rupi Bergamin At GCI this environment allows stu- dents with differing strengths to excel get to school. Talking about the role of the teacher, how to relate to other chil- By Pat Kulka dren, and who to go to if they have a problem are important lessons for young in their areas of interest. children. She also suggests that even simple activities – putting on their own Glebe Collegiate Institute (GCI) Mrs. Bergamin was born in London, is very pleased to announce the ap- coat and shoes, hanging up their clothes, packing their bag for the park or a England and raised in Calgary. She pointment of Mrs. Rupi Bergamin picnic – will help them build independence and self-confidence. “Take the completed her B.A. in history from as vice-principal beginning in Sep- time to explain and practise the various skills your children need that will help the University of Calgary, where she tember. She will be replacing Peter met her husband. She completed her them in school,” Paolozzi says. “The sense of empowerment you instil in them Campbell who is moving to South B.Ed. and M.Ed. from the University will go a long way.” Carleton Secondary School in Rich- of Ottawa. Mrs. Bergamin credits her A sense of empowerment is also good for parents, says former educator mond. entire family for her success as they Catherine Marostica, especially when it comes to helping a child in trouble. Mrs. Bergamin has a great diversity have been instrumental in supporting “If a parent has a concern about their child, the teacher should be the first point of experience, in both secondary and her through the years. of contact,” she says. Marostica encourages parents to be proactive in getting elementary schools. She is coming to Glebe Collegiate looks forward to to know teachers and other school staff by going to school events and parent- us after two years as vice-principal of Mrs. Bergamin’s arrival. We believe teacher nights. “As a parent, you have to be connected to your child’s school,” J.H. Putman Public School. Previous her talents, skills and experience will Marostica says. “It is not only your child going through school – you have to to her administrative position, she compliment the philosophies and go with them and be prepared to do what you can to help them get through taught math and special education at goals of the school. successfully. You have to be an active participant.” Frank Harris, recently retired department head for Student Services at Sacred Heart High School in Stittsville, Ontario, agrees and has a few tips for parents with teenagers in high school: Talk with your teenagers about their goals for the year. Do they want to do better in math? What are they worried about? What are they looking forward to? This will help get them excited and prepared to go back to school. Talk about general strategies to accomplish their goals. Ask whether you need to set aside an hour a day for homework and what time of day they prefer. Focusing on what works best for them shows them how important this is for you. Talk about parts of school that are not academic – sports teams, band etc. – and where these fit into their schedule. Make sure you check school websites so you can find out when they can sign up for activities. Talk about where school fits in terms of a career. Help them determine who they might talk to – a relative or guidance counsellor – about a career path that interests them. Get organized! Make sure teenagers have everything they need for school – binders, pens, computers etc. This starts the school year in a positive mode and will form the core of their commitment to being successful in school. All three educators agree that open lines of communication and taking time to understand your children’s needs are the most important ways parents can help with challenging transitions. “Start from the end and work backwards,” Harris says. “Think about what you want your children to be when they are done high school – independent learners who can fend for themselves at the next challenge – and work with them towards that goal.” If both children and parents do their homework, everyone will succeed. Anjana Dooling wrote this article for Crime Prevention Ottawa (CPO). For more information on CPO, see www.crimepreventionottawa.ca.

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BY Rachelle Meloche to you and your loved ones. They By Heather Garrod Being told by your doctor that your can link you to other people living Saturday, September 12, the front lawn of St. Paul’s University on Ottawa’s blood sugars are high and that you with diabetes so you can share your Main Street will be buzzing with area holistic practitioners at Health and Well- might have type 2 diabetes is a hard questions and concerns. Most im- ness Ottawa’s Fall Show. With over 100 exhibitors of health care products and thing to hear. You have lots of ques- portantly, you can receive services at services, this show will have something for everyone. Under the tents, atten- tions and wonder what it means for locations convenient to you, whether dees will also find great food, entertainment and kids’ activities…all celebrat- your long-term health. close to home or close to work, dur- ing our health and wellness. Your doctor could be telling you ing the day or evening, and in many Which leads to the question…what does health and wellness mean to you? two things: you have pre-diabetes different languages. Today more and more Ottawa residents are seeking alternative methods of and you’re at risk for developing type Here’s some feedback from some- healing in order to take charge of their health: 2 diabetes; or you already have type one who attended a pre-diabetes class Naturopathic doctors are gaining in popularity because they view health in a 2 diabetes. He then tells you that you recently: holistic manner, encompassing body, mind and spirit. need to make some lifestyle chan- “Just came back from doctor’s vis- Homeopathic practitioners are in demand because they use the subtle energy ges. “What does that all mean?” you it. Results were remarkable (thanks of ingredients in order to safely effect great change. might well ask. At this point you may to your program). All cholesterol Natural cleansers for the home and natural body care are on the rise because feel confused, overwhelmed, angry readings are now within ideal target the consumer is informed; potentially lethal chemicals in products around the and scared. ranges...I told the doctor how FAN- home are being scrutinized and alternatives are available. Seeking more help can be as fright- TASTIC your program is. Doctor As a certified Aromatherapist, I have seen the difference embracing a healthy ening as getting that first diagnosis. said: “I wish all my patients could do lifestyle entails. Aromatherapists use concentrated plant essences called es- “Who do I talk to?” “What do I say?” what you have done.” Meanwhile, I sential oils to promote health and wellness. Because the plants have natural “Will I be expected to change my am still cutting down on meat-fats... antibacterial properties to safeguard them in nature, using essential oils can whole lifestyle?” switched to skim milk... (still) in- also improve our own health. Adding the oils to cleaning products, for ex- The complications of untreated creasing my physical activity. ” by ample, boosts their cleaning potential. diabetes can indeed negatively af- Keith Murfin, with special permis- To help promote a healthy sleep, I include essential oils in my children’s fect your health. But there are many sion. bedtime routine. I create natural alternatives to products such as insect repel- small things you can begin to do to Call the Community Diabetes lents because I believe we can take charge of our own health without the use make sure you remain as healthy as Education Program of Ottawa at of damaging chemical products. In fact, I only make a trip to the drugstore for possible. First, there are nurses and 613-233-6655 if you are interested in bandaids. dietitians specially trained in dia- registering for a pre-diabetes or dia- But is that all health and wellness entails? 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Ken Stasiak and Grandmaster Tae Eun Lee

BY MASTER DAVID portunity for athletes to compete in a SILVERMAN fair and equitable manner. The future On June 10, the only Canadian competitions will include sparring Para-Taekwondo athlete, Ken Sta- and poomsae for athletes who do not siak, 50 years old, and a third de- participate in standard competitions. gree Black Belt from Grandmaster This includes athletes who have vi- Tae Eun Lee’s Taekwondo School sion impairments, hearing impair- in Ottawa, brought home the Bronze ments, cognitive disabilities (e.g. medal for Canada. The event, held cerebral palsy), physical disabilities in Baku, Azerbaijan was a historic and amputations. one, as it was the first ever World Bronze medal winner Ken Sta- Para-Taekwondo Championships, an siak (who lost full use/control of his event that has been in the planning arm due to cancer) once doubted he for over four years, and a prerequi- would be able to learn the sport but site for inclusion in future Paralym- was encouraged to try it. “When my g ia Bonder pic Games. This event saw com- son started Taekwondo, I was in- petitors from 21 countries across 5 trigued by the sport, but wondered continents. if I would be able to do it. Grand-

Photo: Geor Para-Taekwondo was conceived master Tae E. Lee introduced me to From left to right: (back row) Dom Herrick, David Potter (coaches), Ariana and developed by Ottawa’s Grand- a few students with special needs Bonder, Gillian Reid-Schachter, Madison Barr, Tessa Gauvin, Kylie Dum- master Tae Eun Lee who has de- and he convinced me to give it a try. ville; (front row) Haley Murray, Alix Corey, Emily Hammond, Page Hewitt, veloped a framework and program Years later as an instructor, I enjoy Megan Ried-Schachter. Missing: Tessa Spooner, Libby Edwards and Heather tailored to people with special needs helping others reach their goals. Dunlap. and disabilities. Grandmaster Tae Grandmaster Tae E. Lee’s philoso- Eun Lee was a driving force in having phy of “Yes, I can” and “You never Taekwondo included in the Olympic fail until you stop trying” is an in- Games. He is currently chairman of spiration and a vital component of the WTF Para-Taekwondo Commit- the program taught at the Ottawa tee, leading the efforts to hopefully school and satellite schools oper- have Taekwondo recognized one ated under Grandmaster Tae Eun day as an official event at the Para- Lee’s program. He stresses not only PORTS PINAL NJURY LINIC lympic Games. He is also an auditor the physical aspects of Taekwondo, S &S I C to the World Taekwondo Federation but also the spiritual, philosophical, (WTF), a technical delegate to many and social aspects often missing SPORTS MEDICINE PHYSICIANS AND PHYSIOTHERAPISTS WORKING TOGETHER games, and is the first martial artist from other fitness and martial arts A private clinic specializing in the to be inducted in the Ottawa Sports programs,” says Stasiak. care of: Hall of Fame. Stasiak continues, “This [Baku] Para-Taekwondo is for athletes was an exciting experience and a tre- ✧ sudden or recurring back pain who have a disability, who still want mendous honour to represent Canada ✧ sudden or recurring neck pain to compete at an international level at the First Para-Taekwondo cham- in Taekwondo Sparring or Poomsae pionships. I would really like to thank ✧ tendinitis, sprains, or strains (patterns). The World Taekwondo Grandmaster Tae E. Lee for his great Federation (WTF) is the only offi- help and personal guidance. I would MD’s OHIP covered cial governing body for Taekwondo also like to thank Grandmaster Lee international. It is recognized by the for his great efforts organizing this Bernie Lalonde, M.D. PHYSIOTHERAPY extended health International Olympic Committee. event along with the assistance of The WTF has realized the need to Master David Silverman and Marcel Eleanor Cox, B.P.T. coverage create a committee to provide guid- Lacasse. Thank you also to Master ance for Para-Taekwondo, to see it Dean Gournakis with help in training 1335 Carling Avenue, Suite 602, Ottawa, Ontario K1Z 8N8 Tel: 613 729 8098 excel as a sport and to provide the op- for the competition.” BOOKS Glebe Report August 14, 2009 33 What if? A pie-in-the-sky-proposal the story of a devout Sitka Hasid- ic sect, the Verbovers, led by the would-be-messiah Menachem Men- del Shpilman, called the “Boy Tzad- dik.” Shpilman’s unexpected murder provides Detective Meyer Landsman with so much more than a new case to solve. Sharon The reader is instantly mesmer- Abron ized by Chabon’s somewhat zany Drache and conniving sleuth-protagonist. “Landsman has been a ‘noz’ for eighteen years, a detective for thir- The Yiddish Policemen’s teen, spent the last seven working Union in homocide, a top man, a prince by Michael Chabon of policemen.” When faced with Harper Collins Publishers, finding the murderer of the Boy 416 pages Tzdaddik, the would-be-messiah, Landsman must interrogate the vic- $17.25 (paper) tim’s parents. Suffice it to say they 2001 Pulitzer Prize winner for his are not forthcoming. “He has never novel, The Amazing Adventures of been a nobody before, a crazy little Kavalier & Klay, Michael Chabon Jew with a question and a gun. He has once again succeeded in crea- doesn’t know how one proceeds ting a parallel world with an alterna- under the circumstances, except tive historical context, dazzling this with the certainty, pressed to the reviewer with his wide array of nar- heart like a keepsake of love, that in rative skills. the end nothing really matters.” Chabon’s masterful novel begins Detective Landsman proves as cle- with a fictional whammy: an Amer- ver and intuitive as any great fiction- ican government land grant in Alaska al detective I have ever encountered. as a temporary emergency solution to I would compare Meyer Landsman the Jewish refugee crisis during the to Agatha Christie’s Hercule Poirot Holocaust. This has allowed the Jews because of Chabon’s intense ethnic to settle in Sitka, Alaska and to thrive characterization. ‘Noz,’ Yiddish for for sixty years. Patrick Cohen sums it “nose” is Sitka slang for cop. Lands- up beautifully in her afterword essay, man’s gun is ironically called a ‘sho- “The Frozen Chosen:” “Mr. Chabon lem,’ a bilingual pun for shalom takes a historical footnote, a pie- meaning peace, while his brand of in-the-sky proposal to open up the cell phone manufactured in Sitka is a Alaskan Territory in 1940 to Euro- ‘shoyfer’ (ram’s horn).” His sprawl- pean Jews marked for extermina- ing investigation eventually leads tion and asks: What if? What if this him to the ‘shoymer,’ a member of proposal, which in real life was sup- the American government task force ported by the secretary of the inter- overseeing the reversion of the Dis- ior, Harold Ickes, but killed in Con- trict of Sitka to Alaskan sovereignty. gress, had actually passed? What And the case continues much like an if the small settlement of Sitka had ongoing chess game throughout the grown into a teeming Jewish home- novel, providing clues for Detec- land, a land not of milk and honey, tive Landsman who becomes utterly but of salmon and lumber?” charming with his parade of idiosyn- Expanding on Harold Ickes’ pro- cracies. posal, Michael Chabon takes a daring This page-turning saga is both ori- fictional leap. Despite the fact that ginal and breathtaking, engaging the three million Jews have made Sitka, reader to rethink the current, seem- Alaska their newest home away from ingly intractable Middle East conflict home, “Sovereignty over the whole over a viable two-state solution, i.e. Federal District of Sitka, a crooked Israel and Palestine co-existing in parenthesis of rocky shoreline run- harmony side by side. Unique and beautiful hand-tied ning along the western edges of Yiddishisms peculiar to the Dis- bouquets and floral arrangements. Baranof and Chichigof islands, will trict of Sitka appear in a glossary Distinctive weddings and events. revert to the state of Alaska.” At the at the end of the novel, along with 101 Fourth Avenue same time, an unsolved murder of a a wondrous personal afterword by 613-230-6434 would-be-messiah who would have the author called “Guidebook to the www.bloomfieldsflowers.com delivered Sitka’s three million Jews Land of Ghosts” in which Michael back to their eternal home in Pales- Chabon explains how and why he tine is wondrously solved by Meyer initially conceived the idea for The Landsman, a devoted detective for Yiddish Policemen’s Union. the Sitka Policemen’s Union. Chabon is a master at his craft, Chabon voraciously explores the calling to mind literary predecessors recurring theme of exile and return such as Isaac Bashevis Singer and of the Jewish people to their cher- Isaac Babel. But perhaps his strong- ished homeland. Deftly wrapping the est affinity lies with Jorge Luis Borg- reader in his fictional grip, he tells es. A truly astonishing summer read!

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Buyers: Ask about our Cash Back Program Cette étude de recherche a été approuvée par le Conseil d’éthique en recherches de L’Hôpital d’Ottawa. ‡ Savings based on a hypothetical 5% commission including GST. Not intended to solicit Sellers currently under contract with another Broker. * Our Fee For Service Program with our Seller Assist program and based on the average priced home on your local Real Estate Board. BOOKS Glebe Report August 14, 2009 35 Sunnyside Up! Events at Sunnyside Library Library receives $1,275,000 for reno BY JENNY HAYSOM survived, thrived, and even received For Children funding for a modest renovation dur- On June 5, the Ottawa Public Babytime ing the last budget cycle ($500,000 Library (OPL) announced its suc- For babies and their parent or caregiver, with stories, rhymes, songs to be shared with the Cumberland cessful request for funding from the and games. Ages 0-18 months. Weekly. Registration required. Branch). federal Infrastructure Stimulus Pro- Tues., 2:15 p.m. (30 mins.), Sept. 22, 29, Oct. 6, 13, 20, 27. gram under the Cultural Infrastruc- The money allocated by council ture category. This grant will finance and the Library Board was signifi- Toddlertime five capital projects in community cant but not sufficient to do all the For toddlers and a parent or caregiver, with stories, rhymes, songs branches in the Ottawa area, inclu- work described in a recent building and games. Ages 18-35 months. Weekly. Registration required. Tues. or Thurs., 10:15 a.m. (30 mins.), ding a significant renovation of the assessment. As a result of this short- Sept. 22, 24, 29, Oct. 1, 6, 8, 13, 15, 20, 22, 27, 29. Sunnyside Library. fall, the Friends of Sunnyside had The $1,275,000 allocated for Sun- been planning another fundraiser Storytime nyside will be used to prolong the for the fall. To date, they have raised Stories and rhymes for young children. Registration required. life and improve the function of the $15,000 from a used book sale and Ages 3-6 years. Weekly. building, which opened in 1951 and proceeds from the smiley-faced Sun- Wed., 10:15 a.m. (30 mins.), Sept. 23, 30, Oct. 7, 14, 21. nyside book-bags that were available was last renovated in 1985. Since the at the circulation desk (they are now Mother-Daughter reading group removal of visiting services and the sold out). A place for girls and women to share books. bookmobile (relocated a few years As a result of the federal Infrastruc- Monthly. Ages 8-10 years. ago to the new Greenboro Branch), ture grant, another fundraiser will Mon., 7:00 p.m. (1 hour), Sept. 14, Oct. 5. much of the basement has been va- not be necessary, but a party to cele- cant or underutilized. The redeve- Mother-Daughter book club brate our good fortune is definitely in A place for girls of a slightly older age and women to share books. lopment of this space will allow for order. Stay tuned! In the weeks and a new multipurpose room for both Monthly. Ages 10-12 years. months ahead, consultants will now Mon., 7:00 p.m. (1 hour), Sept. 21, Oct. 26. children and adults, a revitalization be able to plan a more significant re- of the existing children’s department, development of the branch, one that guysread a retrofit of all washrooms, plus oper- will ensure its structural integrity and A reading group for boys 9-12 years and their significant adult. ational improvements to aid the flow place in the future of the OPL sys- Ages 9-12 years. Monthly. of materials. tem. Wed., 7:00 p.m. (1 hour), Sept. 23, Oct. 21. The funding came as a complete The Ottawa Public Library has also surprise to residents, including the just unveiled a possible location for Special Events Friends of the Sunnyside Library, a new main branch in the downtown who banded together following the core (a block bordered by Albert, trick or treat threatened closure of the branch dur- Lyon, Slater and Bay Street). While ing the 2004 city budget debates. This Scary stories and a craft. Ages 4-6 years. Registration required. plans for a central building have been Saturday, Oct. 31, 2:15 p.m. committee was formed after a group a prominent part of the OPL’s vision of residents organized a community for the past few years, the organiza- Fly away rally that brought together more than tion has simultaneously shown its Migration stories and a craft. Ages 4-6 years. Registration required. a thousand protesting library-users at support for the smaller, satellite li- Saturday, Nov. 21, 2:15 p.m. the Sunnyside Branch. They went on braries that deliver services directly. to take a leading role in a city-wide Thanks to the strong leadership of For Adults uprising that led to council backing City Librarian Barbara Clubb, and down on its plans to close any of Library Board Chair Jan Harder, Ot- 30-minute Computer Tutorial its neighbourhood branches. Since tawa’s libraries are at the top of the Get help with the Library catalogue, accessing the web or addressing that time, the Sunnyside Library has agenda. e-mail issues during a one-on-one tutorial. Registration required. Wednesdays, 10:00 a.m. (30 min.), Sept. 9, 16, 23, 30, Oct. 7, 14, 21, 28. protecting your computer Thursday, Sept. 17, 7:00 p.m. (1 hour), Registration required. is free software really free? Thursday, Oct. 15, 7:00 p.m. (1 hour), Registration required. Sunny reads Drop in to share the enjoyment of good books and stimulating conversation in a relaxed atmosphere. Monthly. Fridays, 2:00 p.m., Sept. 25, Oct. 30. 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Je suis heureux de: • vous aider à traiter avec les organismes fédéraux • vous écrire des lettres de félicitations pour des occasions spéciales 613-234-6353 • répondre à vos questions sur les lois fédérales • vous écouter Bank St. at Second Ave. 304-1306 rue Wellington St. 613.946.8682 / [email protected] www.pauldewar.ca 36 Glebe Report August 14, 2009 RELIGION Kicking faith Into high gear By Rev. Clarke Dixon with some new program or practice GLEBE CHURCHES With September approaching, and great intentions, but we may find many of us get back into routine and ourselves producing more noise than CHURCH OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT (Roman Catholic) motion. With regards to our spiritual- “kick into gear” as they say. As a Fourth Avenue at Percy Street, 613-232-4891 ity, we can ask ourselves, “Have we family, we will be getting our three moved?” Have we moved? Are we www.blessedsacrament.ca boys ready for school and even now more compassionate than we were a Pastor: Father Joe Le Clair I’m thinking up the responses to the year ago? Have we moved? Are we Masses: Tuesdays, 6:30 p.m. inevitable questions; “why?!” Our quicker to forgive than a year ago? Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, 9:30 a.m. church family also is getting ready Have we moved? Are we quicker to Saturdays, 4:30 p.m. to “kick into gear,” with fall events listen and learn from others than we already being planned and with all Sundays, 8:15 a.m., 9:30 a.m., 11 a.m., 8 p.m. were a year ago? Have we moved? (elevator available, loop system for people of us looking forward to getting back Are we more willing to sacrifice with impaired hearing also available) into the rhythms of life. for the things that are truly import- I’m not sure where the expression ant than we were a year ago? Have “kicking into gear” comes from, but we moved? Do we have a more de- ECCLESIAX it certainly makes sense to me as a veloped sense of what is truly import- 2 Monk Street, 613-565-4343 motorcyclist, since we use our feet to ant, or rather who is truly important www.ecclesiax.com change gears. The wet weather thus in our lives than we did a year ago? Sundays: 11:07 a.m.,* Art & worship service far has done little to dampen my en- Have we moved? Has the power of thusiasm for motorcycling, but this View community art gallery by appointment. faith made it to the road? *NOTE: Sunday service time of 11:07 a.m. is the right time! summer my bike has done something If our answer tends to be ‘no,’ then that has concerned me just a wee bit. perhaps we failed to kick our faith Getting into the next gear usually into gear last year. My prayer is that FOURTH AVENUE BAPTIST CHURCH brings the next rush of acceleration we can all, myself included, kick our Fourth Avenue at Bank Street, 613-236-1804 (assuming it is not rush hour – an faith into high gear this year. www.fourthavenuebaptist.ca oxymoron if ever there was one), and This year our church family is cele- Minister: Rev. Clarke Dixon the next wave of sweet triple cylin- brating “Kick into Gear Sunday” on Services: Sundays, 11 a.m. der sound (some of you won’t under- September 13 at 11 a.m. as we look Junior church and nursery available stand that!). Two or three times, forward to our Sunday School begin- (parent/tot room available at the back of the church) however, in kicking up into high ning a new session, the choir singing gear, my bike has delivered a lot of again, Bible studies and discussion sound with no acceleration. You see groups discussing and learning again GERMAN MARTIN LUTHER CHURCH instead of “kicking into gear,” it has – all that kind of stuff. You would 499 Preston Street at Carling Avenue, 613-233-1671 “kicked out of gear” with the engine be most welcome to attend. We en- Pastor: Christoph Ernst picking up speed with the twist of the courage you to kick your faith into Service: Sundays, 10 a.m., with Sunday school grip, but no acceleration, no power to high gear this year, with the help of (first Sunday of month, 11:15 a.m., English service) the wheels. our church family or one of the fine This puts me in mind of what can church families in the Glebe. God GLEBE-ST. JAMES UNITED CHURCH sometimes happen with our spiritual bless! 650 Lyon Street at First Avenue, 613-236-0617 lives. We may think that with our Rev. Clarke Dixon is the minister spirituality we are “kicking into gear” at Fourth Avenue Baptist Church. www.glebestjames.ca Minister: Rev. Christine Johnson Music Director: Robert Palmai Worship: Sundays, 10:30 a.m., Sunday school, 10:30 a.m. (wheelchair access, FM system for people with impaired hearing)

OTTAWA CHINESE UNITED CHURCH 600 Bank Street, 613-594-4571 www.ottawa-ocuc.org Minister: Rev. Wilson Chan (cell: 613-889-0838) Fridays: Prayer meeting at church, 8 p.m. Sundays: Worship, 11 a.m. (English with Mandarin translation) Sunday school: 9:30 a.m. (for all ages)

THE RELIGIOUS SOCIETY OF FRIENDS (Quaker) 91A Fourth Avenue, 613-232-9923 http://ottawa.quaker.ca Clerk: Bob Clarke, [email protected] Worship: Sundays, 10:30 a.m., silent Quaker worship

ST. GILES PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH Reflect, Focus, Delight – Make church a part of your life. Bank Street at First Avenue, 613-235-2551 www.stgilesottawa.org Minister: Rev. Ruth Houtby Worship: Sundays, 10:30 a..m. Church school and nursery care available (Wheelchair access at First Ave. door.)

ST. MATTHEW’S, THE ANGLICAN CHURCH IN THE GLEBE 130 Glebe Avenue near Bank Street, 613-234-4024 (office/weekday access 217 First Avenue) www.stmatthewsottawa.on.ca Rector: The Rev. Canon Pat Johnston Weekly service: Wednesdays, 7:15 a.m., Eucharist & breakfast Thursdays, 10 a.m., Eucharist & coffee hour Sundays: 8 a.m., Eucharist 10 a.m., Eucharist & refreshment Next Choral Evensong, September 20th at 4 p.m. RELIGION Glebe Report August 14, 2009 37 Glebe-St. James holds adult art classes Two adult classes have been added This fall, a new theatre course to the Arts Under One Roof (AUOR) called “Shakespeare and Zombies” roster for this fall. A ministry pro- will also be available. It is for chil- gram sponsored by Glebe-St. James dren aged 9-12 years. Want to know United Church, the AUOR provides why that playwright from Stratford artistic nourishment for all ages. truly was a genius? Welcome to the Tuesday evenings, Lisa Thomas world of Shakespeare and his many and the Rev. Dr. Christine Johnson characters. This course looks at the Going south this winter? Come see the expertsGo- will be co-leading a course called comedic world of the Bard in a light- “Exploring the Spirit Throughing the south hearted this winter? and creative Come manner see thewhile experts at Arts.” By exploring a number of the same time teaching the students artistic techniques, the spiritual di- about the beauty of Shakespeare’s mension of life will be examined. language. The program incorporates Inspirational texts and images from all the essential elements of theatre a wide variety of religions and trad- such as movement, voice, impro- itions will be part of the process. It visation and working with scripts. will take place on alternate Tuesday The teacher for this course is Les- evenings (Sept. 22, Oct. 6, Oct. 20, ley Buxton. She has taught theatre Nov. 10, Nov. 24 and Dec. 8) at a and creative writing for over twelve cost of $120. The class will meet in years working with various schools our fully equipped art studio and all and theatre companies in the Ottawa materials are included in the price. area. It takes place on Thursdays from A visual arts class exploring a 4-5:30 p.m. for twelve weeks starting variety of techniques will be of- on Sept. 22. The cost is $180. fered on Thursday afternoons. This Other classes in the AUOR roster course has been designed for those include multi media art (five classes For all your for different age ranges), the visual adults who find it easier to take a arts portfolio preparation class (for course during the day, and who have students wanting to apply to a high always wanted to expand and ac- school art program) and the pre- knowledge their creative side. Lisa school program called Mad House travel needs. Thomas will provide instruction in (two classes – one afternoon, one drawing, painting and sculpture. morning). Later in the fall, two The cost is $200 for the 10-week Christmas craft workshops have also course. All supplies are provided. been planned. One new class for children in grades Most of the classes are taught by one to four explores the diversity of the Glebe-St. James artist-in-resi- nature using all natural materials. It dence, Lisa Thomas. She has been 740 Bank St. is designed to provide insights into a visual artist in the Ottawa area for 613.565.3555 the mysteries of nature and help over twenty years. Lisa is known www.travelcuts.com develop a reverence for “where all for her open and explorative style of things have come from.” Some of teaching, working with small groups the creations will include fish print of students to help them stay in touch t-shirts, mystery drawings, collages, with their creative spirit. Also new mosaics, sculpture, mask making to teaching this year is Patty Cooper and papier-maché birds. With this who will be helping out with the Mad Your cottage in the city new class, AUOR welcomes a new House as the music teacher. Hold- 18 courts (12 lit) teacher, Irene van de Lagemaat. She ing Royal Conservatory of Music has been teaching children for the (ARCT) diplomas, she has taught pool, green last 15 years using the “head, heart music and piano to children for over clubhouse + café and hands” approach. This approach twenty years. Patty also serves as the awakens the senses, inspires creative treasurer of the AUOR program and and emotional expression and instills helps to administer registration and confidence. This class takes place planning. on Monday afternoons from 4-5:30 For a brochure or to register, please p.m., beginning on Sept. 14 for 12 call 613-236-0617, ext 22 or e-mail weeks. The cost is $180. [email protected]. ENJOY summer and fall near home — RETIRED? JOIN US AT the OTLBC!

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MUSIC ART Community WebLinks BYTOWN VOICES CHOIR wel- FLORA. Exhibition of paintings by comes new members, especially ten- Glebe artist Ellen Schowalter and City of Ottawa www.city.ottawa.on.ca ors. We present two concerts each artists Lorene McLean and Betty year, in December and May, with Russell at picturesque Stone School Glebe Community Association (GCA) www.glebeca.ca a variety of music from classical to Gallery, 28, Mill Street, Portage du Glebe History http://ottawahistory.ncf.ca Broadway tunes to folksongs. Join Fort. Aug. 15-17. For info, www.art us at our first rehearsal on Tues., pontiac.com or call 819-647-2291. Glebe Report www.glebereport.ca Sept. 8 at 7:30 p.m. at St. Basil’s Church on Maitland Ave., just north Glebe Neighbourhood Activities Group www.gnag.ca ALICE AT IRENE’S, Works by of the Queensway. Info: www.by- Maureen O’Neill, Sept. 6-Oct. 4 Ottawa Public Library www.biblioottawalibrary.ca townvoices.com or Valerie Bryce at Irene’s Pub, 885 Bank St., 613-230- 613-234-1030. The Glebe Centre www.glebecentre.ca 4474. Corpus Christi Catholic School www.occdsb.on.ca/cch CAPITAL CHORDETTES BAR- BERSHOP CHORUS.Join a dy- FOR SALE First Avenue Public School www.firstaveps.ocdsb.ca namic group of women singers and BLACK TV STAND with glass Glashan Intermediate School www.glashanps.ocdsb.ca experience the thrill of a cappella doors, 2 shelves and casters, 27.5” harmony! Capital Chordettes wants wide, 18.5” deep, 17.5 high. $20. Glebe Collegiate Institute www.glebeci.ca women who love to sing, perform, Call 613-594-0139. Glebe Montessori School www.glebemontessori.com learn and have fun! If you can sing in a lower voice range come out to our GETZEN BRASS TROMBONE Hopewell Avenue Public School www.hopewellaveps.ocdsb.ca guest nights Sept. 8 and 15, 6:30 p.m. with carrying case. 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Glebe Residents are invited to GNAG’s Annual General Meeting Glebe House Tour Wednesday September 24, 2009 7:00 P.M. Glebe Community Centre The Glebe Neighbourhood Activities Group (GNAG) is a community-driven, not- for-profit, volunteer organization working in the heart of the Glebe to deliver social, cultural and recreational activities in cooperation with other groups in the community. Our mission is to enhance and enrich life in our community by creating opportunities through dynamic, innovative and affordable activities and services. If you would like to be active within the Glebe Neighbourhood Activities Group, there are several different avenues you can pursue, give us a call and we can help you find a role that suits you. Sunday, September 20, 2009 1:00 - 4:00 p.m. The ROYAL BALL tickets $25.00 join us for an afternoon of dancing, games, crafts, prizes and more. GNAG in the ‘Hood $5 per person (under 2 years free) under 6 years must be supervised GCC is jam packed with great activities, programs and events SUNDAY for all ages. SEPTEMBER 27TH, 2009 Register Sept 1, 2 and 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. 3rd while spaces last! See program guide limited tickets for this event for details. Tickets on sale september 1, 2009 www.gnag.ca