April 17, 2009 Vol. 39 No. 4

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Left to Right: Maddie Wright, Hannah Wiens, Marieke Bergman and Cara Schacter Three teens, $20,000 dollars and two schools Last summer, three friends were discussing how to mark their 16th birth- their school in Sri Lanka. They also got in touch with a New York-based com- days. Glebites Cara Schacter, Hannah Wiens and Maddie Wright spend most pany (owned by Cara’s great aunt) called Love Quotes, which supports chil- of their time together and it only seemed natural that their sweet sixteen be dren’s charities, and pitched the idea to the CEO. She is a strong believer in equally joint. Inspired by Cara’s older sister, Alyse, who had raised money for the Hebrew concept of “Tikkun Alam,” which means repair of the world, so to the Make A Wish Foundation for her 16th birthday party, they decided to cele- encourage the girls she told them that Love Quotes would match their efforts brate 16 years of good fortune by raising money for Free the Children (FTC). dollar for dollar up to $10,000. FTC is a remarkable Canadian charity that has built 500 schools now serving School had started and so had the baking. The girls first event was a bake 50,000 children. The girls knew that it would take $8,500 to build a school, but sale, held at the Glebe Community Centre in November. It took three kitchens, they were undaunted. two months of baking, three freezers and three days of selling, but after the By fall, the girls had contacted Marc Kielburger, chief executive director dishes were finally washed up, the girls had raised their first $1,500. They were of FTC and told him they were going to raise the $8,500 required to build a delighted with the results and undertook their next fundraising project with school in the third world. After much discussion, the girls decided to build much enthusiasm. continued on page 3

Mark your calendars WHAT’S INSIDE April 16-19 Originals Spring Craft Sale, www.originalsshow.ca Abbotsford . . . . 2 GCA ...... 9 April 18 Rummage sale, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. St. Giles Church (Bank & First) Art ...... 24 GNAG ...... 8 April 23-25 First Avenue School Book Sale (see page 32) April 28 GCA board meeting, 7:30 p.m., GCC Books . . . . .36-39 Good Old Days . . 10 May 1-18 Canadian Festival, www.tulipfestival.ca May 2 Spring rummage sale, 9 a.m.-noon Business . . . .14-16 Grapevine . . . 42-43 Fourth Ave. Baptist Church (Bank & Fourth) May 8-9 Glamour in the Glebe, jewelry show, GCC Councillor’s Report 11 Letters ...... 5 (see page 8) May 9 GCNS Mother’s Day plant and bake sale 9 a.m.-1 p.m., GCC Editorial . . . . . 4 Religion . . . .40-41 May 10 Farmers’ Market opening day, Lansdowne Park, www.ottawafarmersmarket.ca Entertainment . 27-28 Schools . . . . 30-33 May 17 Victoria Day (see page18) May 28 GNAG’s Lobster Kitchen Party (see page 8) NEXT DEADLINE: FOR THE MAY 15 ISSUE FRIDAY, MAY 1, 2009 2 Glebe Report April 17, 2009 NEWS 4th annual GST auction Opportunities to make a great success a difference at Abbotsford BY FRANKIE LECLAIR The fourth annual GST auction was a hit yet again with bidders competing in a friendly battle for a theatre package and a home cooked dinner party with proceeds going to Abbotsford House. ‘A’ Morning’s Kurt Stoodley hosted the event, which featured goods, servi- ces and talent from the community, April 2 at the Glebe Community Centre. While nibbling on tasty finger-foods and sipping on wine, guests were invit- ed to peruse the items and place their bids under a time constraint. Landscape paintings, and a photographed elephant were among the art works, and jewelry pieces of unique styles were popular for the ladies. Also up for grabs were gift certificates from local businesses and baskets full of products. Part way through the silent auction, bidders had the opportunity to take part in a live auction in which Stoodley presented two package deals. The first in- cluded tickets for a cruise on Paul’s Boat Lines, dinner for two and tickets to an NAC performance. The second was a home-cooked dinner party for eight. Bidders generously battled over the items which both sold for more than $500 each. The night went off without a hitch thanks to Abbotsford facilitator, Pat Goyeche, and the program sponsor, Lord Lansdowne Retirement Residence.

Annemarie Groot, (left) who passed away recently, volunteered for the Day Away program as well as in many other ways. She is seen here with aerobics instructor, Dame Edna. By John McNeish Would you be interested in meeting new friends and offering your compan- ionship? Do you enjoy quiet conversation or a good laugh or sharing hobbies with someone else? Would you want to offer relief to stressed-out spouses and air l family members who struggle 24/7 to support and care for loved-ones? If so, then Michelle Simard and Alex Rawek, program facilitators of the Day Away program at Abbotsford House in the Glebe want your help as the program ex- pands from four to five days a week. The Abbotsford Day Away program currently runs four days a week from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. It offers participants with early symptoms of Alzheimer’s Photo: Frankie Lec Abbotsford House’s program facilitator, Pat Goyeche, along with Kurt and related disorders, the chance to get out of the house for a day and to par- Stoodley present a theatre package to be auctioned off at the GST auction. ticipate in activities and conversation with other people. During the winter, participants enjoy games, crafts and music together. At noon, we share a hot meal and conversation around the table. We take regular trips to galleries and museums and local musicians regularly drop in to play for us. As the summer approaches, we especially look forward to morning walks along the Canal and SWAP - Working Holidays picnics together. Volunteers complement two staff members as they supervise and participate in activities and engage in one-on-one or group conversation. Live - Work - Play Our reputation has spread so far beyond our community that artists of the stat- ure of Sneezy Waters have agreed to play for our clients. The Abbotsford Day Away program is a tremendous success and new fund- ing has now been received to increase coverage from four days to five, begin- ning in early April. But, to cover the additional days, Abbotsford House needs new volunteers – both those who can commit to one day per week or those who can substitute when regular volunteers have vacation breaks. As Michelle says, “This program is essential to the local community. It enables ailing indi- Free information session. viduals to continue to live at home and to enjoy life while it gives their spouse and family a day’s worth of respite from the constant responsibility of care giving. Volunteers are the backbone of the program. Without them we could Find out why SWAP is Canada's largest not receive as many participants or ensure the quality of personal attention that we offer. And given the important function of our volunteers, we offer a full work exchange program for young orientation to ensure that newcomers are comfortable in their role.” Michelle adds that “Volunteers get as much as they give. Our participants Canadians. come from all walks of life and have lively personalities. They have hobbies that they wish to maintain and, apart from politics and religion, actively engage Free information session hosted by former SWAP participants. in interesting conversation. Our clients have lived an immigrant’s life on the Tuesday, April 28th @ 6:30pm Prairies, experienced the dangers of work in a steel mill and had their portraits taken by Karsh. We have a man who does needlepoint, several people who Travel CUTS, 740 Bank St. (in the Glebe) enjoy photography, ladies who paint and sharks who shoot a mean game of pool. Aside from quiet moments one-on-one, we have a lot of fun together. ” RSVP to save your seat! If you want to have fun and contribute to an important effort, please contact 613-565-3555 or [email protected] Michelle Simard or Alex Rawek at 613-230-5730.

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www.pickcustomdriving.ca Six Passengers in Safety and Comfort [email protected] Luxury Toyota Sienna 613.232.4900 Licensed Limousine NEWS Glebe Report April 17, 2009 3 Three teens, $20,000 dollars Great Glebe Garage Sale and two schools For The Ottawa Food Bank and for fun! Continued from page 1 December and January were spent talking to sponsors. After a generous offer from Flat Rock Winery, the girls had event number two. Dozens of donation requests later, the girls had invited 100 people to their “Wine Tasting Fundrais- ing Event.” It was going to be an elegant, adult evening. Having never been to a wine tasting, the three fifteen years olds had no idea what to expect – but they were confident as donations kept flying in, both metaphorically and literally: Mike White, a Calgary-based wine vendor flew in to run the tasting. And Phyl- lis Wiener, their corporate sponsor, flew in from the Big Apple. As it turned out, it was, as one attendee remarked, “a neighbourhood soirée in the true Ot- tawa tradition: the names on the bid forms and the faces in the crowd included a member of Parliament, a Senator (the legislative kind, not a hockey player), and the long-ago founder of a local rock music station.” The food, all donated by local caterers, was superb. Some of the featured foods were served courtesy of Thyme and Again, Pelican Fishery and Grill, Il Negozio Nicastro and Gourmet to Go. Essence Catering went all out donating $2,000 worth of hot and cold appetizers and displaying them on individual serving platters like an art installation. The event was complete with a 50 piece silent auction, a true testament to the girls perseverance and this city’s generous vendors. The auction included original art by Christopher Griffin, photographs by Lux et Veritas, jewelry by PIKA , Keens from Glebe Trotters and restaurant certificates from some of The Swampwater Jazzband will be playing again this year at 372 Third Avenue the city’s finest dinning establishments – locals like the New Nupur, Infusion from 9 ‘til noon. Bistro, the Urban Pear, Taj Mahal and La Strada generously donated gift cer- tificates along with Luxe Bistro, The Wellington Gastro Pub and Junipers, to On Saturday, May 23 the Great Glebe Garage Sale (GGGS) will once again name a few. turn our neighbourhood into a festive marketplace. First launched by the Glebe Another highlight was the talk by Marieke Bergman, Free The Children’s Community Association in 1986, the 2009 event will mark the sale’s 24th year! international youth coordinator. She told the story of Craig Kielburger, who The benefits are many: recycling our no-longer-needed possessions, finding co-founded the organization in 1995, at the age of 12, after running across a some great bargains, meeting our neighbours, and pocketing a little money – at news story on child labour. He was looking for the comic section in his local the same time as supporting an important cause in our community. paper when he read that Iqbal Masih, a 12-year-old from Pakistan, had been Since its inception, the GCA has encouraged a voluntary contribution of 10 shot to death for leading protests against child slavery in the carpet trade, from per cent from residential and commercial vendors, resulting in a much-needed which he had escaped at age 10. annual boost to the Food Bank’s budget. Each month 43,000 people access The Their evening gathering raised over $9,000! The three teen philanthropists Food Bank – this is up 7 per cent over last year. are heading into the home stretch of this project with over $20,000 raised. They Last year, residents and businesses of the Glebe collectively donated about will be hosting their joint Sweet-Sixteen party in May for 400 of their closest $8,000 to the Food Bank. Beyond holding sales, some people put their artistic friends and following in Alyse’s footsteps, instead of presents, each guest will talents to work in support of the cause: The Swampwater Jazzband has been be asked to contribute money and extend a hand to repair the world. playing Dixieland jazz and collecting donations for the Food Bank for many “Despite all the differences between us and children in Sri Lanka, going to years. school is something we relate to,” – Hannah, Maddie and Cara. The easiest way to make a donation is to visit the Ottawa Food Bank website at www.theottawafoodbank.ca. Charitable tax receipts are issued for donations of $10.00 or more. The Ottawa Food Bank will also have volunteers in the neighbourhood on the day of the sale with several locations to drop off your donations. Be sure to visit the GCA website (http://www.glebeca.ca/events/garage_sale. html) for garage sale tips and updates on where to rent tables, parking and where to drop off your donations on the day of the sale. If you have questions, or if you would like to help promote the Great Glebe Garage Sale, or work with the Ottawa Food Bank volunteers on the day of the sale, please contact Janet Sutherland at [email protected]. Good luck with your preparations for this great Glebe tradition!

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One car even plowed through and made a left hand turn, from TELEPHONE: 613-236-4955 Lyon Street on to Fourth Avenue, almost knocking out a mother and her two e-mail: [email protected] small children. Since then, I have watched closely and become more aware of www.glebereport.ca the situation and have noticed many more dangerous traffic violators. In case some of you are not aware, these four way intersections are home to The Glebe Report is a monthly community newspaper. We receive two of our schools and the Glebe Community Centre, where there are many no government grants or subsidies. Advertising from Glebe and other people, young and not so young, attending classes and activities throughout merchants pays our bills and printing costs. This month, 7,000 copies the day. There are stop signs at every corner and slow school zone signs on the will be delivered free to Glebe homes, and copies are available at many surrounding streets. We are, for the most part, a “walking community.” We all Glebe shops, Sunnyside Library, Brewer Pool, and Glebe and Ottawa need to drive slowly and carefully, and look out for pedestrians so that every- South Community Centres. For Glebe Report deadlines and advertis- one can feel safe, wherever they are walking. ing rates, call the advertising manager, but please submit articles to th The streets will soon be filled with people for the 24 annual Great Glebe [email protected]. Garage Sale, which is just a little more than a month away. Many of you are rummaging through your basements and attics, setting things aside to sell, but some of you may be planning something out of the ordinary, like a front yard EDITOR Suzanne Landis, 613-236-4955 concert, a fundraiser, a vintage clothing sale or even a fix-it shop. Whatever it ADVERTISING MANAGER Judy Field, 613-231-4938 may be, we’d love to hear what you have planned... Send us your address, and BUSINESS MANAGER Sheila Pocock, 613-233-3047 some details about why people should stop by your house this year, to glebe. CIRCULATION MANAGER Zita Taylor, 613-235-1214 [email protected]. We’ll include some of your submissions in the May issue EDITORIAL ASSISTANT Gwendolyn Best of the Glebe Report. COPY EDITOR McE Galbreath STAFF THIS ISSUE: Susan Bell, Micheline Boyle, Teena Hendelman, Julie Houle Cezer, Frankie Leclair, Carol MacLeod, Rita West, Wendy Siebrasse LEGAL ADVISER: Pierre Crichton COVER: Burst of Spring by Janine Smith Views expressed in the Glebe Report are those of our contributors. We SUB-DELIVERERS: Marie & Amanda Briscoe, Donna Edwards, reserve the right to edit all submissions. Articles selected for publication will Judy Field, Elizabeth Gordon, Gary Greenwood, Gill Hunter, Christian be published in both a hard copy monthly version and an electronic version Hurlow, Sandra Webster, Zelda Yule to be included on the Glebe Report’s website - www.glebereport.ca. Advertising rates are for electronic material supplied in PDF format with fonts embedded in the file. The Glebe Report is printed by Winchester Print. Where to find us In addition to free home delivery, you can find copies of the Glebe Our next deadline is May 1 Report at Acorn Early Learning Centre, Brewer Arena, Brewer Pool, for both advertising and article submissions. Corpus Christi School, First Avenue School, Glashan Public School, The next Glebe Report will be out on Friday, May 15, 2009. Glebe Community Centre, Kumon Centre, Lady Evelyn School, Mutch- mor School, the OCDSB, Ottawa South Community Centre, Sunnyside Library, and the following local shops: Arbour, The Arrow & the Loon, Welcome to: Thanks and farewell to: Berry’s Pet Food, Bloomfields Flowers, Booster Juice, Bridgehead, Brit- Magner family Diegel family ton’s, Civic Shawarma & Pies, Ernesto’s Barber Shop, The Flag Shop, Faught family Forno Antico, Francesco’s Coffee Company, GamePower, Glebe Fashion Alex and Claire Stoney Cleaners, Glebe PharmaSave Apo­thecary, Glebe Side Kids, Glebe Smoke Macdonald family Shop, Glebe Tailoring, Glebe Trotters, Glebe Video, Home Natural, Hil- lary Cleaners, Irene’s Pub, Isabella Pizza, Jericho Café, Kardish Foods, Routes available: Kettleman’s Bagel Co., Mayfair Theatre, McKeen’s Loeb Glebe, Mister Broadway Avenue, Bronson to Torrington Muffler, Morala’s, 107 Fourth Avenue Wine Bar, Ottawa Antique Market, Second Avenue, Bank to O’Connor, south side The Palisades, The Pantry, Personal Concepts, Prana Chiropractic, Pink Ella Street Nail Salon & Spa, RBC/Royal Bank, Reflections, The Royal Oak, 7-11, St. Matthew’s Anglican Church, Scotiabank, Second Cup, Shoppers Drug Volunteer sub-deliverer Mart, Silver Scissors, Starbucks, Third Avenue Spa, Timothy’s, UPS Can- ada (Fifth Avenue Court), Von’s, Watson’s Pharmacy and Wellness Cen- position available: tre, West Coast Vi­deo, The Wild Oat and Yarn Forward & Sew-On. • One hour per month • May suit high school student • car required OUR VOLUNTEER CARRIERS Nina & Jasmine Acharya, Jennie Aliman, Charlie & Sydney Allen, Avril Aubry, Lucy and Thomas Baird, Adrian Becklume, Inez Berg, Mary Lou Bienefeld, Daisy and Nettie Bonsall, Robert & Heidi Boraks, Monica Bousada, the Bowie family, Emilie Bradley, John Francis Brandon, Amanda & Marie Briscoe, the Brown family, Valerie Bryce, Mary Chaikowsky, Jack & Will Coffey, the Coodin family, Emily & Brendan Copeland-Dinan, Elizabeth Cowan, Scott Cowan, Eleanor Crowder, Sophie Crump, Richard DesRochers, Oscar and Jane Dennis, Tina Dennis, Marilyn Deschamps, the Diekmeyer-Bastianon family, Pat Dillon, Sarah Dingle, the Dingle family, Clive Doucet, Nicholas Doucet, Callum Duggan, Trent Duggan, Dieter Dyck, Education for Commun- ity Living (GCI), Donna Edwards, Mitchell & Jackson Elborn, Beth Farley, the Faught family, the Ferguson family, Matthew & Esmerelda Fernandes, Judy Field, Hannah & Joseph Fraser, Emma, Keltie, Lauchlan & Duncan Gale, Gabrielle Giguère, Sarah Good, Elizabeth Gordon, Stuart & Andrew Gordon, Gary Greenwood, Nazanine Griffith, Roxanne Griffith, Daniel Gurman, the Hamer-Wilson family, Ellis & Callan Hayman, Matthew Hovey, Gill Hunter, Christian Hurlow, Jack and Lily Inskip-Shesnicky, Joan Irwin, the Johnston family, Patrick & Joseph Kelly, Carly & Reilly Kimber, Liam Kirkpatrick, Mary & Imre Kovacs, Bonnie Kruspe, the Kuffner family, the Lambert family, Jorge Louit, Joanne Lucas, Sam and Dawson Lyon, the Macdonald family, Maria MacIntosh, Emily and Oliver Maddox, the Magner family, Pat Marshall, Madeline & Tara Martin, Gordon McCaffrey, Fiona & Timothy McCarthy- Kennedy, Ellen & John McLeod, Katie Millington, Julie Monaghan, Diane Munier, Sana Nesrallah, Tracy, Frank & Spencer Paveck, the Pritchard family, the Quinn family, Beatrice Raffoul, Mary & Steve Reid, Carley Richmond-Ward, Hannah and Thomas Rogers, Emile & Sebastien Roy-Foster, Emily & Owen Saar, Okuda Sachiko, Carter and Clara Saunders, Ellen Schowalter, Zachary, Anik, Richard & Liam Seaker, the Short family, Kathy Simons, Judith Slater, Sobriety House—Bill Dalton, Kristen Soo, Victoria, Rebecca, Nicholas and Patrick Spiteri, the Spoerel family, Michael & Mariah Stassen, Isaac Stethem, the Stephenson family, Mrs. Stevenson, Alex & Claire Stoney, Joanne Sulek, JC Sulzenko, Karen Swinburne, Emmet & Niamh Taylor, Eleanor Thomas, John & Maggie Thomson, the Trudeau family, Caroline Vanneste, the Veevers family, Sophie Veronneau, Sara & Michael-James Viinalass-Smith, Ward Walker, Katja & Tanja Webster, Sandra Webster, the Weider family, Paul Wernick, Chantal West, Gillian & Jake Wright, the Young-Smith family, Zelda Yule. CALL Zita Taylor at 235-1214, e-mail: [email protected], if you are willing to deliver a route for us. LETTERS Glebe Report April 17, 2009 5 Is public perception stronger than the law? Editor, Glebe Report Is it possible that people are so shocked at the new parking allowance on Bronson Avenue that they refuse to acknowledge the validity of the street signs? Not only has there been a harmony of honking from passing cars, but BEST the complaints to the city and police have motivated not one, not two, but three police visits to my home. One such visit was at 2:30 a.m., when officers We remember indicated that, although I was not parked illegally, they would appreciate it if Annemarie Groot I would remove my van from the road. It makes a pretty strong case for what Our good friend Annemarie Groot, poster girl for Abbotsford House, died the public perceives Bronson Avenue to be when even the cops are asking you peacefully on March 27, 2009. She will be fondly remembered by everyone in to ignore the bylaw. Topping off the week of backlash was the two dozen eggs the Abbotsford community. She became our “poster girl” by the sheer divers- I woke up to, cracked over every inch of my vehicle one morning. ity of her participation in Abbotsford. She was a committed volunteer, man- The once natural flow of Bronson has changed; now the Bronson commuters ning the reception desk, playing snooker and working with clients in our Day must change with it. For a long time the section of Bronson Ave anchored by Away program. She was also president of the Members Council and convener the Queensway to the north and the canal to the south has been a lawless stretch of the Flea Market for our annual Christmas bazaar for three years. If this of road that seemed only to be an extension of the four lane highway it is to the doesn’t sound “involved” enough, picture Annemarie playing poker, mahjong south. While other areas of Ottawa enjoy the flexibility of on street parking in or whooping it up on the dance floor. Annemarie was everywhere – sharing a their residential zoning, we have been left without for a long time. The instal- laugh, helping a friend, enjoying the company of friends and “doing.” lation of city parking signs accompanied by large and colourful “NEW” signs Like so many of our volunteers, Annemarie brought out the best in staff, now highlight the change. clients and members alike. It was impossible to say no to Annemarie and she Being a law abiding citizen, I employed this newly acquired right to park on rarely said no to any of us. To many of us she will remain a mentor for how to Bronson within the allotted hours. Not only did this allow me to avoid rotating live one’s life and face one’s own death…. with stubborn grace! We all miss vehicles for exiting our driveway with my roommates, but it also brought about her presence and perhaps always will. She has left a void, but she has also left a side effect even more pleasing – traffic speed inhibition. Along with the pub- us all with so much more than we had before she entered the Abbotsford com- lic perception that this section of Bronson is a highway comes the disregard munity. for the well-displayed speed limit signs. This coupled, with the fact that the Submitted by Annemarie’s friends at Abbotsford House police are never seen monitoring or ticketing in this area, creates a very noisy urban throughway that is home to many detached homes within 10 meters of the road. Needless to say some parked cars on the road help manage traffic speed and as a result reduce traffic noise. This is especially true at night when speeding is at its worst. The other side of the coin says that Bronson does in fact need to be made Rolling through the Glebe in to Ottawa’s north/south highway and the zoning should be reworked. After all, it is the Airport Expressway at one end and leads to our major east/west It seems that STOP signs in our neighbourhood don’t really mean stop any- highway, the Queensway, at the other. It makes sense that at least between more. When did they become ‘pause’ signs? When did we get into such a rush those major nodes of transport it should be designated with higher speeds and that we no longer have time to actually stop at intersections ... we roll through fewer barriers (intersections) allowing for more volume of cars. In this case, instead? the city should commit to the completion of this by expanding this last section I know you are busy, but please, the next time you approach an intersection of Bronson through the Glebe and just do it properly before the traffic conges- with a STOP sign ... consider actually stopping. No, do better than that, actually tion becomes overwhelming. This would likely involve expropriating at least stop! Please, let’s all take the extra time ... for ourselves, other drivers and the one side of Bronson’s homes between the Queensway and the canal and would pedestrians (children) of the neighbourhood ... and stop at the next STOP sign allow for the expansion of car lanes, bike lanes, sidewalk widths, perhaps even we see ... and the one after that, and the one after that and the one after that. a boulevard for beautification. First time visitors to Ottawa who arrive at the Jane Klingaman airport are almost certainly travelling downtown via that stretch of road. Do we not want to make a great first impression of our city? Whichever side of the coin you support, we need to recognize the law of the day. If the parking is here to stay on Bronson in the Glebe then let’s just accept it and deal with it. All the honking, complaining, calling to the police, even vandalism, is not going to help. But if you like to see the traffic reduced to the speed limit by parked cars getting in the way, then don’t be afraid of putting your car out there. If we don’t use the parking spaces, then perhaps they will be taken away. Ryan Ward

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Photo: Karin Mahoney Sunday May 10th to November 22nd Hours 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. every Sunday (Rain or Shine) Food Court open for our customer’s convenience and enjoyment Horse and wagon rides every Sunday. (Weather permitting) Thursday June 18th to October 8th Hours 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. every Thursday (Rain or Shine) Saturday November 7th, 14th, 21st UM H Hours 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. (Open Rain or Shine) OO Food Court open for our customer’s convenience and enjoyment Horse and wagon rides every Saturday. (Weather permitting) Photo: S On the morning of March 26 a wild turkey (seen here) was spotted at the cor- FREE PaRkiNg ner of and Third Avenue. The camera-shy bird caught this camera- Present your parking ticket to the info tent at the Market man by surprise. Just a few days later a beaver was roaming and you will receive the equivalent amount in “Market Bucks”. before a couple of Nova Scotian MPs lead it to the Ottawa River. Ottawa might The Ottawa Farmers’ Market is a Producer ONLY Market! be giving new meaning to the term “urban jungle.” LaNSdOwNE PaRk, 1015 BaNk ST. 613-239-4955 6 Glebe Report April 17, 2009 NEWS

Graffiti in the Glebe Tips for parents BY VIRGINIA CARVER What is a graffiti tagger? Graffiti continues to be a problem in the Glebe and both private citizens and A graffiti tagger is someone who adopts a nickname or signature and places the business community are victims of this type of vandalism. Boxes belonging that signature on objects or property in the form of graffiti. This nickname to Canada Post and other cable and utility companies, street signs, residences, or signature is referred to as a “tag.” The goal of a tagger is to earn respect garages, fences and business properties are all targets for graffiti vandals. Some and recognition within the graffiti movement by placing as many signatures graffiti damage, such as to heritage buildings or commercial storefronts can be in as many high profile locations as possible. Some taggers will go to great very costly to remove or repair. What can we all do to reduce or hopefully elim- lengths, including putting themselves at risk or in danger, to place their tag inate graffiti from our neighbourhood? Some initiatives are already underway in the most challenging locations. and others are being planned. Some Initiatives How do I know if my child/youth might be a tagger? The Glebe Business Improvement Area (BIA) has hired a graffiti removal There are some general indicators that your child/youth may be involved in service, Goodbye Graffiti, to keep its members’ commercial properties free graffiti including: of graffiti at street level. Some of you will have noticed the big difference this • Adopting a new signature or nickname used by his/her friends. has made to the businesses along Bank Street and other streets within the BIA. • Carrying a sketchbook (often referred to as a “black book”) Goodbye Graffiti monitors and removes graffiti damage from the BIA area on a containing graffiti tags or cartoon-like art. weekly basis. It also documents and maintains records of the graffiti, which the • Graffiti tags appear on notebooks, furniture, walls or other objects BIA is sharing with the police. including skateboards and under the brim of a baseball cap. Last summer, seventeen Glebe residents volunteered their time to clean graf- fiti off Canada Post boxes. We hope that these volunteers and more will sign up • Frequenting graffiti websites, discussion boards and reading again this summer. The City of Ottawa provides supplies for volunteer graffiti graffiti magazines. cleaners. If you notice or are bothered by graffiti on a Canada Post box near • In possession of graffiti paraphernalia, including spray paint cans you, why not do something about it and “adopt-a-box.” For further informa- and tips, markers, shoe polish containers, etching tools (etching tion, or to Adopt-a-Box, please e-mail us at [email protected] and tell us which acid, sand paper, wood-working tools, stencils, rocks, nails, glass box you will adopt (location, type of box), and we can arrange to get you the cutters, screw drivers) and “Hello my name is” stickers which are clean-up materials. commonly used for sticker tagging. Most graffiti vandalism is unfortunately done by young people. The City of • Marker or paint stains on hands or clothing. Ottawa provides tips for concerned parents. Parents should be aware that graf- fiti vandalism is a crime under the Criminal Code of Canada. Parents should • In possession of large supplies of clear, medical gloves. also be aware that under the Ontario Parental Responsibility Act, they are finan- • Frequently staying out late at night. (Taggers usually work cially responsible for property damage, loss or destruction intentionally caused between the hours of midnight and 6 a.m.). by a child under eighteen years of age. Under the City of Ottawa’s Graffiti Management bylaw, graffiti vandals can face fines of $610. If the case ends up • Becoming secretive or protective about certain items including in court, the fines may be even higher. areas in their room, bags or clothing. (Many taggers will keep a The Glebe Community Association, in collaboration with the Glebe Business specific set of clothing, often a dark coloured hooded sweatshirt, Improvement Area, is holding a meeting on April 30 at 7 p.m. at the Glebe Com- for tagging activities.) munity Centre. We hope that representatives from the police, local schools, the • Spending time with other children/youth displaying the above City of Ottawa and other stakeholders will participate in this meeting to help us characteristics. develop a sustainable plan to prevent or at least significantly reduce graffiti in What can I do to prevent my child/youth from becoming a our community. If you are concerned about graffiti and have ideas to prevent or tagger? reduce it that you would like to share, please come to the meeting. The best way to prevent your child/youth from becoming a tagger is to Finally: be aware of the warning signs and encourage open communication. Talk • If you see graffiti in progress, call 911, as it is a crime in progress. to them about the negative impacts of graffiti and be aware of who their friends are and where they are hanging out. Encourage your child/youth to • Hate related graffiti should be reported directly to the Ottawa Police participate in other positive creative outlets. There are other ways for them Service Hate Crime Section at 613-236-1222, ext. 7300. to make their mark! If you see graffiti on public property, call 311 or send an emailto 311@ Encourage involvement in positive activities such as sports or school ottawa.ca. The City collects the information, tracks these reports and arranges events. Help your child/youth express creative energy in a positive way for its removal. including art classes or design projects. Get your child/youth and his or her friends involved in a community clean up initiative such as the Spring Cleaning the Capital or Fall Cleaning the Capital. Not only are they positively contributing to the community, high school students can use the hours spent cleaning towards their mandatory volunteer hours!

Glebe Spring Clean up of Bank Street April 25, 2009 at 9:30 a.m. Meet outside Fifth Avenue Court (Fifth and Bank) Volunteers needed, cleaning supplies provided.

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TREE program delivers right to the front door The City of Ottawa’s Trees, Reforestation and Need Renovations? Environmental Enhancement (TREE) program is making it easier for residents to receive a tree to plant on their own property. Ottawa residents can now opt to have the tree delivered, at no charge, right to their front door. Registration for the TREE program is year- round and trees will be available on a first- come, first-served basis, while quantities last. Once registration for the June 2009 tree distri- bution is full, registrations will be accepted for fall 2009. Residents who have registered for the June 2009 delivery will receive a letter in May from

S T the city, confirming pickup location or delivery E B dates. One potted tree per household is available by Custom Designed Additions and registering online at ottawa.ca/TREE or by calling 3-1-1. A selection of spe- cies will be provided, depending on availability. Each tree measures approxi- Major Renovations that respect the mately 1.5 to 2 metres in height. The TREE program is a four-year initiative that aims to enhance Ottawa’s Craftsmanship and Architectural urban and rural forests through the planting of 100,000 trees. It empowers residents, businesses, community groups and schools to plant trees to increase style of your older home. and maintain the city’s forest cover and combat climate change. Get it, plant it, grow it. For more information on the TREE program, visit 594-8888 ottawa.ca/TREE or call 3-1-1 (TTY: 613-580-2401). www.gordonmcgovern.com 8 Glebe Report April 17, 2009 GNAG Plays, bands, glamour and lobster at GNAG GNAG “Rises to the Top” GNAG’s theatre education program caters to a multi-generational cast that includes children, teens and adults. This past winter, GNAG offered a new kind of theatre course – Rise To The Top. Rather than putting on a full music- al production, we chose a selection Mary of songs, scenes and musical theatre Tsai- numbers from a variety of scripts Davies and Broadway shows. The selec- tions ranged from classics such as W. S. Gilbert and Sir Arthur Sulli- van’s HMS Pinafore, Alan Knee and Jason Howland’s Little Women, William Shakespeare’s King Lear, to more modern plays like Invisible Kids and New Canadian Kid, both by Dennis Foon and Two Weeks Twice a Year, by Colin Thomas. We finished the evening with the upbeat doo-whop girls performing Photo: John Sarr Little Shop of Horrors by Alan Menken and Howard Ashman, followed by a The band “Emergency Entrance” featuring Alex Boyd (bass), SD Neve pot luck celebration dinner. (drums), Owen Sarr (vocal and keyboard), Brennan Neve (guitar) This program was aimed at members of the community with an interest in “Be In The Band” Rocks GCC! acting, singing and dancing. The idea was to improve their skills by giving On Friday, April 3, GNAG, in partnership with CISCO’s them an opportunity to perform. and the Ottawa Folkore Centre, featured six bands made up of young teen- How do we do this? We maintain scrupulously high production standards by agers. The event was the result of three-months of mentor-led rehearsals in the hiring professional director Eleanor Crowder, music director Rachel Eugster popular “Be In The Band” program. Drawing a crowd of over 200 audience and accompanist Lauren McGee. As choreographer (me, Mary Tsai Davies), it members, the evening was a blow-out success! was a joy to help tell the stories through dance. The end result was a showcase In January, twenty-five teenagers, ranging from 11-17 years, answered a that was eagerly anticipated by an audience of family members, friends, and general call to “Be In The Band,” a program designed for youth to learn how neighbours. to play as an ensemble and then perform before a live audience. We are so proud of the result and more importantly, the hard work and dedi- Most band members barely knew each other at the beginning, but they were cation of all involved over months of incredible effort. Stay tuned for our next immediately sorted into six bands after the first night of rehearsal. The pro- theatre production. It’s a surprise you won’t want to miss. gram was lead by well-known Ottawa musicians Amanda Rheaume (vocals and guitar); Todd Snelgrove (guitar); Kurt Walther (bass) and Justin Black (guitar). 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Although the stadium propon- ents have been pressing for speedy resolve decisions, almost a year has slipped by in which hard decisions about differences of Lansdowne have not been advanced. Parking on Bronson opinion with your After much public consultation, the GCA and the Dow’s Lake Residents’ kids, neighbours, Association (DLRA) approved the Bob Glebe Traffic Plan in 2002. The City co-workers, boss... Brocklebank of Ottawa staff prepared a report with recommendations based on this plan. For the past few months, public In 2004, many of the recommenda- discussion about Lansdowne Park tions of the staff report were passed Offered as a has been submerged in talk about by city council. community service two stadium proposals. All the while Among the recommendations in I have had a line from a song in mind. the Glebe Traffic Plan was off-peak by Traverse Group, It goes “Lord, won’t you buy me a parking on Bronson Avenue. Staff Mercedes-Benz, my friends all have recommended allowing parking 303 First Avenue Porsches; I must make amends.” We overnight and this was passed by have been told that a city of Ottawa’s council. This was recommended as (in the Glebe) stature needs a football or soccer sta- a time-tested means of slowing traf- dium to keep up with other cities. fic and improving pedestrian safety. On April 6, a city council com- It also recognized the residential na- At the mittee had the cold water of reality ture of Bronson Avenue in the Glebe poured over some of the stadium and Dow’s Lake areas. It was seen Glebe Community dreams. City staff made a first at- as a means of encouraging business Centre tempt to judge the cost to the taxpay- development along Bronson Avenue. er of possible stadium projects. Maintaining weekday stopping and on Tuesday, There were really no surprises in parking restrictions recognized the the calculations that were presented. arterial traffic use of Bronson. April 28 from As I wrote in this space back in The Glebe Traffic Committee, the March, both private groups behind GCA and the DLRA have regular- 7:00 – 8:30 pm the proposals are said to be well fi- ly supported this recommendation nanced, but neither is interested in through Councillor Clive Doucet’s investing in sports facilities. office. In March, city traffic engineers Free Admission So now everyone, even most coun- complied with this request by allowing cillors, realize that taxpayers are evening, overnight, and weekend being asked to put up at least $100 parking on Bronson. On weekdays, million to make either project pos- stopping restrictions are maintained sible. Some hope that the federal or during peak periods (7-9 a.m., 3:30- provincial governments will help, 5:30 p.m.) and parking is not allowed but it seems probable that senior gov- during the day (9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.). ernment funding for a stadium will Traffic on Bronson remains a pre- only reduce the funding available for occupation in our neighbourhood. other municipal requirements, such Allowing off peak parking is seen as as public transit, social housing, or part of the solution. environmental improvement. Change of season All this means that the glossy Spring is a time of joy. It’s when stadium proposals have suffered a you remember the day that your setback, but the public debate con- mother let you go out with no scarf tinues. Anyone can appear before and wearing your new running shoes the next council committee meeting instead of winter boots. For the Glebe to be held on April 20 and express Community Association, we start views on the appropriate next step looking toward our May member- for the city to take. You might wish to ship campaign and the Great Glebe read the staff report on the city web- Garage Sale. site (www.ottawa.ca). Look at the But spring is also the time that joint committee meeting of April 6 some of our valued volunteers ask to afternoon. Another relevant report is be relieved. Some take on new dut- found at item 8 of the Planning Com- ies in the association; some go on to mittee meeting of February 24. pursue other interests. All this is to The GCA Lansdowne Committee say that we are eagerly looking for will be studying the report and will additional volunteers to step forward no doubt be drafting recommenda- and join the GCA Board. Our Annual tions for an association position for General Meeting will be held in early the April 20 meeting. June – let us know at [email protected] My personal view is that all the if you would be interested in dedicat- talk of professional sports teams and ing some time to your community. flashy stadium proposals has distract- The next GCA meeting will be ed us from deciding what exactly Ot- held at the Glebe Community Centre tawa wants to do with Lansdowne on Tuesday, April 28 at 7 p.m.

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(613) 627-5439 highnotestudiogallery.com 10 Glebe Report April 17, 2009 GOOD OLD DAYS Thirty Years Ago in the Glebe Report Vol. 7 No. 4, April 1979 her new restaurant. She can now ac- commodate twice as many lunchers, and up to fifty kids during the after-four pro- gram. The city had been approached for a license to allow food service outdoors on the portico just north of the restaurant. City Council had formally ap- Ian proved plans to renovate the interior McKercher of the clubhouse of the St. James Ten- nis Club. The improvements were to include new shower rooms, change The recently completed renova- facilities and a general meeting room. tions to the Glebe Community Centre Because the clubhouse is property of were highlighted in the April 14th, heritage value, the renovations were 1979 edition of the Glebe Report. not to affect the exterior of the build- A gala party for Glebe residents in- ing. This year the club was hoping to cluding an art show and a teen disco add a temporary fifth court to be used were among the events organized by exclusively for lessons. The club GNAG to celebrate the re-opening was negotiating with Corpus Christi of the Centre which had been closed school to have temporary posts and a since November, 1978. net installed in their schoolyard. According to GNAG chairman, In her Capital Ward Column, Rick Sheffer, $250,000 had been Alderman MacKinnon lauded the spent enhancing facilities. Improve- Glebe Community Association for ments included a bigger, modernized work done since 1974 in appeals to Pantry restaurant, enlarged com- City Council and the OMB focused munity program rooms, a darkroom, on extending R4 zoning across the a ceramic craft room, new wiring, entire Glebe. This zoning now pro- Glebe Historical Society Archives washrooms, and fresh paint through- hibited the construction of any more out. Pantry manager Ilsa Kyssa had highrise buildings. There was a gen- RECENT ACQUISITIONS spent the last month refinishing fur- eral consensus that highrises were in- Charlie Baker has donated 21 pictures taken about 1915 in the neigh- niture, and moving her plants, pic- compatible with the residential char- bourhood of the early Baker house built by his grandfather on his 1.3-acre tures, lamps and cuckoo clock into acter of the Glebe. estate on Ralph Street between Holmwood and Brown’s Inlet. The photos This retrospective is filed monthly by Ian McKercher of the Glebe Historical included several of a winter ice slide that sent toboggans scooting out onto Society (GHS). The GHS welcomes the donation or loan (for copying) of any Brown’s Inlet. item that documents the past in the Glebe (photographs, maps, surveys, news (With thanks!) articles, posters, programs, memorabilia, etc.). You can contact Ian at 613- 235-4863 or [email protected].

GLEBE COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION L’ASSOCIATION COMMUNAUTAIRE DU GLEBE 24th Year Annual General Meeting

Tuesday, June 9 Nominations for 7:30 pm Board of Directors Glebe Community Centre

The Glebe Community Association will elect its Board of Directors at the Annual Sponsored by the Glebe Community Association General Meeting on June 9, 2009. All members of the Association, including to support incumbents, are eligible to serve. The Ottawa Food Bank Saturday, May 23rd If you would like to participate in the direction of your neighbourhood association, or if you wish to forward a nomination, the Nominating Committee would welcome 9 am to 3 pm your call. The closing date for nominations is June 1. Please call or contact: ***** Rain or Shine ***** To help support the Ottawa Food Bob Brocklebank Caroline Vanneste June Creelman Bank, the Glebe Community 613-236-9128 613-236-9370 613-232-7826 Association asks that you donate 10% of your sales to the Ottawa Food Bank, 1317B Michael Street, Ottawa K1B 3M9. E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.glebeca.ca [email protected] COUNCILLOR’S REPORT Glebe Report April 17, 2009 11 De-amalgamation talks start be “government by the people for the people” and if people’s experience is that this is not happening – there is a very serious problem. School trustees Jennifer McKen- zie and Pam FitzGerald made a very compelling case for how destructive the school amalgamation has been Councillor for our public school system. In the Clive last 10 years, $150 million has been Doucet spent on a narrow band of commun- ities just outside the but $0 on new schools inside the greenbelt We are born old and young and $0 in the rural areas of this new at the same time. city. Yet pre-school age growth is We are born with great loves greatest inside the greenbelt – this and great pains doesn’t make much sense. (Their that we grow into like an acorn presentations are available on my website at www.clivedoucet.com). grows into an oak tree; What seemed very clear to me was like God grows into the universe. – “you can’t govern a township like a city and you can’t govern a city like A bit of good news to start a township.” But this is the dilemma All the bus routes on Bank Street we’re saddled with in the new city. will be converted to use the new Rural councillors can’t understand why diesel-electric hybrid buses next year. developers shouldn’t build 27 storey These buses will be quieter, pollute high rises in an urban neighbourhood, less, be easier to board and will offer when it is zoned for 12 storeys, or 9 more space on the inside. storeys or 4, or why city dwellers need City Governance to be able to protect century trees from Public Forum casual felling, or why we needed the I hosted the first meeting on the north/south light rail line? possibility of de-amalgamation at Yet these are all immensely im- city hall on Monday, March 30. Pan- portant quality of life issues for city ellists included Pam FitzGerald and residents and without these laws and Jennifer McKenzie, trustees from projects, our city gets greyer, dirtier the Ottawa Carleton District School and less healthy. Board, Dr. Jim McKenzie, director It is not reasonable for urban resi- of the Carleton Landowners Associa- dents to be paying $1,000 more per tion and Adam Found, a Ph.D. candi- household every year but seeing no date in economics at the University money invested in the schools, com- of Toronto, with a specialization in munity centres, and parks. This isn’t public and municipal finance and fair. The only way we’re going to fix expertise in de-amalgamation. It was it is by fixing the composition of our well attended with council chambers council, so that it can reflect natural packed with participants from all communities of interest from the over the city, from the rural, suburban local up. Right now we don’t have and city centre communities. What that and we need it so both rural and came across from every perspective urban parts of our city can prosper. was – the new amalgamated city isn’t Adam Found gave us an overview working. of various models or approaches that Rural residents felt disconnected would give more local control. He by distance and point of view from also shared sobering insights about Laurier Avenue. If I could summar- the provincial government’s reluc- ize their feelings with one sentence it tance surrounding de-amalgamation is – we want to run our affairs. Their in general. solution was to “re-amalgamate” into Assuming we can agree about the some form of the old rural Carleton nature of the problems, our challenge County. They didn’t feel respected or is to have the discussions that lead listened to by the new city. us to settle on the best approach to When I pointed out that being make governance more local, more photographed with hunting rifles is relevant and accountable. Will it be not the best way to be taken serious- some form of “re-amalgamation” ly, their reply was that outrageous or local councils with more control behaviour seemed to be the only way over their jurisdictions or some hy- they could attract any attention; one brid structure? We must pursue the of the participants said that this was dialogue to the point where we can the first time a city councillor had tell Queen’s Park exactly what Ot- ever invited them as group to city tawa wants. hall to listen to their concerns and Coffee with Clive discuss possible solutions. Coffee with Clive takes place at the I found myself having a great deal Wild Oat on Bank Street in the Glebe of sympathy with them because, at on the third Thursday of the month the end of the day, democracy must from 9-10 a.m.

The only good car is a shared car La seule bonne auto c'est celle qu'on partage 50 stations 613-798-1900 12 Glebe Report April 17, 2009 CITY Phoney sales pitches Glebe heritage designations prompt city warning BY JOHN McLEOD (Moses Edey, 1898) was designated Sally Coutts, city heritage planner in the face of a concerted threat of The City of Ottawa has received City employees do not personally and Glebe resident, discussed herit- demolition, as was Queale Terrace complaints from residents who have contact residents to sell products or age at the Glebe Historical Society on the Driveway at First (architect been contacted to purchase water fil- services. The city schedules in ad- on Tuesday, March 3, at the home of unknown, 1906). The Horticulture tration or treatment systems by sales- vance any visits that may require Chairman Ian McKercher. Sally is Building (Francis Sullivan, 1914, people making false claims about access to homes or businesses and/ well known in heritage circles, and colleague of Frank Lloyd Wright) the quality of city drinking water. or provides advanced notification of has a B.A. in Canadian History from in Lansdowne Park is a designated There have also been reported cases projects that may impact local resi- U of T, and an Masters degree in heritage building and must be re- of phone calls and visits by people dents. All employees requiring ac- Canadian Studies from Carleton. She tained when and if Lansdowne Park misrepresenting themselves as City cess will have city-issued identifica- has previously worked for Alberta is redeveloped. The Glebe Commun- of Ottawa employees. tion cards in cases where residents Culture and Parks Canada, and has ity Centre (C.J. Burritt, 1914-24) and The city reminds residents that Ot- need to be contacted. Residents are been a heritage planner at the City St. James Tennis Club were designat- tawa’s drinking water is completely asked to check identifications, and, of Ottawa since the 1990s. During ed prior to the extensive renovations, safe and of the highest quality, which if concerns remain, contact the city the recent construction boom, herit- which respected their heritage value is ensured through rigorous and on- before allowing access, and report age planners were busy dealing with but brought them up to contempor- going testing. The drinking water any suspicious, unsolicited calls or applications for changes to heritage ary standards for accessibility. The delivered to city residents exceeds all visits. buildings, more than recommending Mayfair Theatre, south of the Glebe, federal and provincial health-based Visit the city’s website for more the designation of individual heritage was also recently designated inside water quality guidelines and stan- information on the Chief Drinking buildings and conservation districts. and out, when it was changing hands dards. As recently as June 2008, the Water Inspector’s Annual Report. Because of the economic downturn, earlier this year Chief Drinking Water Inspector for The city has an extensive drinking there are fewer development applica- What comes next? The Central Ontario again recognized Ottawa’s water quality analysis program, tions now. Park East heritage conservation dis- drinking water as being among the and posts all of these results at At the meeting, Sally described trict study will be reactivated when best in the province. www.ottawa.ca. the background of some of the 11 the new heritage planner starts at heritage designations in the Glebe. the end of April. Other prospects for The Ottawa Ladies College/Carle- designation might be Glebe Collegi- ton College/OBE Building (Allan ate, St. Matthew’s Anglican Church, Keefer, 1912-14) now condos (Barry Glebe-St. James United Church, Hobin, 2000) was designated under and the Ambassador Apartments on the Ontario Heritage Act before it Bank. was sold. The two public schools, The meeting ended with a review Mutchmor (Edgar Horwood, 1895) of other new archival acquisitions and First Avenue (Edgar Horwood, to be kept in the McKercher house, Albert Ewart, 1898) were desig- including information on families nated when they were under threat and houses, and 1911 Ottawa Jour- of closure. The Aberdeen Pavilion nals. “Your Pass to Explore” three museums with OC Transpo The Canada Science and Technol- Transit pass or transfer holders may ogy Museum Corporation and OC also purchase a one-year Canada Sci- Transpo announce the launch of ence and Technology Museum Cor- “Your Pass to Explore,” which gives poration membership and receive a transit riders the opportunity to get a free two-month membership exten- free museum admission. sion. That way, they can receive un- 613-236-0765 Until May 31, 2009, visitors to the limited admission for 14 months to tangles Canada Agriculture Museum, Can- all three world-class museums. “We hair salon ada Aviation Museum and Canada are pleased to partner with the City Science and Technology Museum and OC Transpo to make our three who present a valid OC Transpo museums more accessible to transit transit pass or transfer can receive a users, whether residents of the Na- free museum admission with the pur- tional Capital Region or visitors from chase of one paid admission of equal out of town,” said Denise Amyot, or greater value. “Ottawa’s national president and CEO of the Canada museums open up a whole universe Science and Technology Museum of knowledge, understanding and Corporation. fun,” said Mayor Larry O’Brien. 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Continuing Lansdowne Park’s 2009 Annual Shopping Guide civic legacy Now Available in Store! BY CATHERINE LINDQUIST ers market and tourism or cultural Lansdowne Park is located within facilities on the east portion of the and is of great importance to the new site. Glebe Business Improvement Area The proposed development includes (BIA) – as it is to the greater Glebe large retail and box stores, which community and Canada’s Capital would not be suited to this premium Region. Inarguably Ottawa’s premier heritage site or the Glebe business urban redevelopment site, it is situ- district. The scale and type of uses ated between the historic and pictur- do not create the sense of excitement esque World Heritage or stature that should be accorded to site and popular this prime site. Glebe business The Glebe BIA has expressed Lansdowne Park district along concern that an open and has the potential Bank Street, competitive process should to be to Canada’s Capital, as Tivoli Ottawa’s long- be reinstated est traditional Gardens are to main street. Denmark’s capital. Lansdowne Park has long-time ori- Subsequently, the city received gins as a civic site. Building on its another unsolicited proposal relat- roots as an agricultural show-ground, ing to the development of a sports the Aberdeen Pavilion was opened by and entertainment facility on city- Governor General Lord Aberdeen for owned land in Kanata. The city then the 10th annual Central Canada Ex- linked consideration of these two hibition in 1898. Serving as an arena stadium proposals, though clearly, in winter, it housed the 1904 Stanley the Lansdowne Park site and pro- Cup final won by the Ottawa Sen- posal encompasses far more than ators legendary “Silver Seven.” Mil- a stadium. Soon after, a high level itary troops assembled there before city-wide needs analysis for sports leaving to serve overseas. Erected as and entertainment facilities address- a 1967 centennial project, the Civic ing over 20 sites was released. Then, Centre and Frank Clair Stadium have an evaluation process and criteria to accommodated exhibition, sports address the two unsolicited propos- and entertainment activities, includ- als was approved. Throughout this ing Ottawa’s OHL and CFL teams, changing and confusing process, the the FIFA U-20 tournament and Roll- Glebe BIA has expressed concern ing Stones concert. that an open and competitive process Conveyed by the former City of should be reinstated to determine the Ottawa to the Region of Ottawa- best redevelopment of Lansdowne Bank Street at Second Avenue 613-234-6353 Carleton as a ‘civic’ site, Lansdowne Park. Park continues to fulfill that legacy. City staff released their evaluation The Aberdeen Pavilion provides assessment of the proposals on April heritage exposition space; the Civic 6. The report can be found online at Centre serves as our top trade and ottawa.ca. consumer show venue and long-time As reflected in recent media cover- sport and entertainment arena; and age and council discussions, the Frank Clair Stadium as our largest investment required of the city to outdoor sport and entertainment sta- maintain or replace Frank Clair Sta- dium. dium and other Lansdowne Park The Glebe BIA Board of Manage- facilities is significant, in excess ment appreciates all that Lansdowne of $125 million. It is doubtful that Park has contributed to Ottawa’s significant supporting funds would heritage, contributes today and could be forthcoming from senior govern- contribute in the future. It is clear ments or that the city would consider however, that the site has been neg- pursuing such funding for a stadium, lected, become dilapidated and is in instead of such confirmed priorities need of urgent repair and upgrades. as transit, river clean-up and social The proposed redevelopment of housing. Accordingly, the city may Lansdowne Park and launch of the examine its need for a stadium and Design Lansdowne Process and pub- then reinstate a design process for lic consultations by the City of Ot- Lansdowne Park. In that case, the tawa in 2007 was therefore welcome staff report has outlined draft detailed Stabilize. Seal. Strengthen. news. design criteria. The BIA views some PROUD DISTRIBUTOR OF The process was suspended in of these as positive, such as criteria 2008, however, to assess the con- that indicate the existing amount of ASK dition of deteriorating stands and exposition space on the site should other infrastructure, and examine an be matched and that big box or large Foundation repair MR.FOUNDATION unsolicited proposal for the private format retail will not be considered Foundation underpinning The day we had an enormous rainfall, our redevelopment of the west portion for the site (contrary to the unsolicit- Foundation replacement basement was wet. Then we noticed a fine of the site. The developers would re- Q ed proposal). System Platon ceive a long-term lease of the land The Glebe BIA urges you to read crack in the basement wall. We called a contractor Weeping tile systems for a nominal fee, demolish certain this report and request that the city to look at it and he suggested a method I have never Waterproofing buildings (including 20-47 per cent reinstate a design process for Lans- heard before, which is to drill some holes on each Basement & garage floors of the trade show space) and con- downe Park. You can e-mail your side of the crack towards the crack, then through Sump pits struct over 232,000 sq. ft. of retail comments to Councillor Clive Dou- these holes fill in some kind of gel to seal the crack. space (equivalent to half of Bill- Window well installation cet at [email protected] and & excavation Do you think this method will work? ings Bridge Mall or four box stores) through him to the mayor and coun- Structural repairs/ and some parking. Potentially, they cil. Engineering services This is called injection work. Here at would also construct housing and Attend the special joint meeting A Mr.Foundation we do not recommend using FREE ESTIMATES another 150,000-200,000 sq. ft. of of council’s Corporate Services and the injection method; we are continuously repairing office and hotel space. And, they Economic Development, and Plan- 10 YEAR WARRANTY this method of repair (performed by other contrac- would purchase and operate a con- ning and Environment committees TRANSFERABLE GUARANTEE ditional CFL franchise. The city that will hear public delegations on tors). The proper way is to excavate down to the would be expected to redevelop April 20 before council considera- footing. Please visit our web-site Mr. Foundation.com Frank Clair Stadium and the Civic 613-746-7300 for step by step procedures. tion on April 22. Let’s let the city Unit 99 5460 Canotek Road Centre, construct parking facilities know we want to design Lansdowne www.mrfoundation.com and develop any green space, farm- Park together! 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being downtown), they also have an music and the rebirth of vinyl are just formats. After seeing growth in vinyl online store, www.compactmusic. a couple of examples of major trans- sales at the downtown location, Ian com, and are the on-site music retail- formations in the music sales since added rare, new and used sections ers for the Ottawa Jazz Festival and the Glebe store opened in 1996. to the Glebe store and business has Ottawa Bluesfest. “It is a really ex- For Ian, these changes represent taken off from there. It is all a part citing time for us and the staff,” Ian opportunities. “Business is as good of offering that “true music store ex- says of the festivals. “We are grateful as ever,” he says. “We view things perience.” for the opportunity to be there and I like audio streaming as a tool for us Compact Music feel we do a good job.” because people will hear music on- 785 ½ Bank Street John Compact Music also helps pro- line and then want to buy it. We don’t 613-233-8922 Medcof mote these and other local festivals populate the store with just pop cul- www.compactmusic.ca and concerts by acting as a ticket ture music, but also titles off of sites sales location and featuring in-store like YouTube and MySpace. Business appearances by artists whenever pos- changes weekly, that’s what makes it Bicycles and mischief Music and only music sible. exciting.” Bach played loud, snappy one- (and lots of it) A big part of what has allowed The re-emergence of vinyl has liners, and the occasional request for Looking for an album by that great Compact Music to achieve broad been another pleasant surprise. Fit- some bicycle part or other swirl and new band you heard on a music- success in the retail music business tingly for a creative business where bounce around among the organized streaming site last night? Trying to is that they are plugged into what is the new is constantly borrowing chaos of frames, wheels and wrench- track down a hard-to-find classical going on in the wider music indus- from the old and vice-versa, a num- es that dominate the cozy nook that is CD? Rediscovered your turntable try and maintain a flexibility that al- ber of new vinyl releases come with McCrank’s Cycles. Three things are and wanting to add some new vinyl lows their business to evolve to meet a download card that will allow the obvious to visitors to the Bank Street to your collection? Desperately seek- changing demands. The rise of online purchaser to enjoy the album in both shop: these guys know an awful lot ing a classic album from your favour- about bicycles, they are busy, and ite artists’ back catalogue? Looking they have a whole lot fun doing what for tickets to an upcoming concert in they do. Ottawa? Check out Compact Music Peter is the owner, Brian is the on Bank Street in the heart of the boss, and some fellow in an old photo Glebe. on the wall is the mysterious spirit- As their name suggests, Compact ual guardian who inspires the good- Music sells only one product: music. natured madness of McCrank’s. They carry all genres, in three for- Customers may or may not need to mats (CD, music DVD and vinyl), understand how it all fits together. new and used. The store is a full ser- “Peter” is Peter Conway, who has vice music shopping experience, run worked at the shop since 1995 and is by people who are passionate about now celebrating his tenth year as the their tunes. owner of this neighbourhood institu- “We are music people,” explains Ian tion of bicycle sales and service. On the sales side, McCrank’s sells Can-

Boyd, who co-owns Compact Music f with his brother James. “It isn’t just a adian Kona bicycles and “dabbles” commodity to us, we just love music in accessories. They try to keep their to begin with.” The brothers’ en- product mix as Canadian as possible.

: John Medco Since the shop opened in 1993, how-

thusiasm has helped them carve out a s strong presence in the Ottawa music ever, it is the service side of the busi- ness that has made its reputation. scene. In addition to running two Photo successful retail outlets (the second A full service music shopping experience Peter explains that McCrank’s oper-

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convenient web directory where you Membership on askaround.ca is free can find detailed recommendations, and customers get a certain number of testimonials and tips from neigh- “cogs” (credits) when they sign up to bours for Ottawa’s best contractors allow them to browse reviews. Addi- and service providers. tional cogs can be earned by posting The site is the creation of Wendy recommendations or by purchasing Stone, a long-time Glebe resident them ($23 will buy a supply of cogs who realized how important it is to for about three months). Wendy ex- find the right person for your job plains that while occasionally people and how hard it can be to get an ob- feel the need to share a bad experi- jective opinion of a business’ servi- ence, most of the reviews are positive ces on the Internet. This is what sets as the aim of the site is primarily to askaround.ca apart from most on- share recommendations for finding line directories; while many others the best businesses in Ottawa. allow businesses to pay to be listed The arrival of springtime has a lot and write up their own profiles, ask- of folks thinking about home renova- around.ca only features recommen- tions and yard cleanups, so what bet- dations by customers: the people ter time to check out the site! who live around us and have the www.askaround.ca Members of the McCrank’s team: “Suzy” (l) and “The Barracuda” (r) same maintenance, renovation and [email protected] repair problems we all do. Best of 613-688-8061 ates on a couple of important mottos: Customers can drop by or call to all, the site is friendly (as a neigh- “We are not happy until you are not book an appointment for a tune-up bour should be), easy to use, loaded happy;” and “If a job is worth doing, or service. McCrank’s is located on with information and completely it is worth doing twice.” He then adds Bank Street between Regent Place anonymous. a third, which is “We charge more and Clarey Avenue (look for the Included among the details of a than anyone else because we take sandwich board with the pithy quo- business’ profile are an overall rating, longer because we don’t know what tations and platitudes). The shop is customer comments and information we’re doing!” These are followed by open from Monday to Saturday, with about the quality of work performed, By: Alan Haehnel a mischievous smile. Humour is an Sundays reserved for “rest for the timeliness and availability of the ser- important part of the McCrank’s ex- wicked.” vices and pricing. A comedy about why students perience. McCrank’s Cycle Askaround.ca is celebrating its first should never be in a play!!! These guys do in fact know what 889 Bank Street anniversary this month and is grow- they’re doing. Whatever needs to be 613-563-2200 ing steadily, now featuring over 250 done, they’ll do it. If they can’t fix www.mccranks.com businesses in close to 100 categor- Glashan it, it can’t be fixed. They are always ies. While the concept grew out of Intermediate busy, and always happy to see a new the home improvement, maintenance School face. Peter also brags, with a twinkle Ask around! and repair field, members’ enthusi- in his eye, that McCrank’s offers “the We all know one of the best ways asm to add new categories has seen 28 Arlington Avenue highest caliber of abuse” to visitors to find a good contractor or service the list expand to include everything provider is to get a recommendation and staff, that the shop’s website is a from vehicle servicing, to massage Wednesday, April 22 from a friend or neighbour, so how therapists and dog groomers. Wendy “pack of lies” (albeit a mightily en- 7 p.m. tertaining one) and that the location about a tool that will help us find that checks every recommendation to enjoys the closest proximity to a pub trusted reference without running make sure it is legitimate, while pla- around from door to door? This is the cing a high value on members’ pri- Adults: $6 of any bike shop in town (Irene’s Pub Youth (12 and under): $4 is across the hall). premise behind www.askaround.ca, a vacy.

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A time to try new approaches FOURTH AVENUE BAPTIST CHURCH By Frankie Leclair “We’re fortunate in that we’re a Corner of Fourth & Bank 613-236-1804 “Crisis is opportunity.” It’s as destination store and we have loyal Minister: Rev. Clarke Dixon [email protected] simple as that, and it’s the view that customers,” says Russell. “So far Maggie Huang has on the economy our numbers are solid so there’s no and the future of her family-run drama.” In order to conquer the eco- store, East Wind. Like many busi- nomic battle, Russell simply says ness owners in the Glebe, Huang is they have to “keep things going.” By Worship Service an optimistic type who refuses to let focusing on what people need and the lagging economy get in the way introducing exceptional promos, they Sunday Mornings at 11 a.m. of running a successful shop. can work on keeping up with the cur- rent clientele and hopefully gain new Junior church during service. “It is definitely a little bit quiet but it’s not bad,” she says. While lavish shoppers. This month, Russell says Parent/tot room available during the service. spending has taken a backseat to ne- there will be some hefty deals with a cessity, customers might find fewer sale on bras from around the world. new items on the shelves at East And let’s face it, when there’s a bra Wind because the owners are focus- sale, not even an economic downturn ing their energy on promoting green, can keep some of us ladies away. PLEASE JOIN US. EVERYONE WELCOME. organic and fair trade products. Also, Active wear aside, it would seem offering consultations on the art of the Glebe has a soft spot for myster- Feng Shui might help calm some ies. The unique Prime Crime Books uneasy nerves during these question- is proving that a good read is still a able times. sought-after luxury. “Things are go- The trick is to carry what the clien- ing very well, in fact business has been improving,” says Linda Wiken, 420 rue Cooper Street, Ottawa, tele needs. Like East Wind, that’s Ontario, K2P 2N6 just what Anna Green focuses on at manager at Prime Crime Books. The Slick and Sassy Fashions. Economy trick is no mystery: offer a unique woes or none, she doesn’t have any product and the business can thrive. WE ARE LOOKING FOR BOARD MEMBERS! problems keeping her multi-purpose Easier said than done if you’re look- business afloat. “I have a clientele ing to go into the coffee business, but CCHC serves the communities of , the Glebe and that’s been here a while,” she says. “I Pietro Comino has that figured out. . We want our Board to represent our communities and don’t see the economic effect if there “We’re a niche product, we’re local so are looking for people of different culture, language, gender, is one.” and we’re an artisan product,” says ability, sexual identity and age. If you are interested in becoming Down the street at Crosstown Traf- Comino of his fast growing shop, involved as a volunteer on our Board, phone Alison De Linden at fic, owner Mike Foster says he sees a Francesco’s Coffee, which took 233-4443 ext. 2106 for more information. bit of a slowdown but it’s been hap- up residence in the Glebe just over pening over the last couple of years. two years ago. “Unlike other places New directors will be elected at CCHC’s AGM on June 25, 2009. The challenge is partially due to the in the area, we roast our own beans To be on the ballot, nomination applications offbeat purpose of the store –­ sell- so the difference in quality is un- must be received by June 12, 2009 at 4:45 p.m. ing books, bongs, comics and other matched,” says Comino. Despite the Nominations will also be accepted from the floor at the AGM. paraphernalia of an eclectic sort. And great supply of coffee shops in the although Foster might not be com- area, Comino has found that a qual- Every One Matters. pletely optimistic for this year, he ity cup of coffee is enough to gain a continues to go with the Crosstown following. Sure, they might be taking flow to serve his unique clientele. business away from larger commer- Unfortunately for some businesses, cial coffee shops, but these days con- the biggest challenge is gaining that sumers have stronger values and look solid clientele, like The Panier whose further than the cup for a good brew. premature closure could have been Comino says any business that fo- blamed on more than just a recession. cuses on local goods and artisans can The infamous OC Transpo bus strike flourish like Francesco’s. It’s thrifty, proved to be a great threat to busi- it’s unique and it’s personal. nesses in the Glebe back in January. Optimism, loyalty, purpose, thrift “The biggest surprise was realizing and originality are the threads run- how much the bus strike affected us,” ning through successful Glebe busi- says Shawn Watson, general manager nesses, making them invincible to of Davidson’s Glebe Jewellers. Now the economic storm. It’s a story with that the bus strike has passed, Wat- no drama for now. And with a loyal peace son says business is steadily improv- community it will remain that way. All throughout history it has taken extraordinary ing but the economy has affected As for Huang and her family at East people doing extraordinary things to make an them. Clients are hesitant. “People Wind, they see this as an exciting are spending a little bit less and tak- time. “We are bringing in new items, extraordinary Peace. From John Lennon to Bruce ing more time to think about those majorly focusing on gemstones and Saunders, and from Nelson Mandela to Stephen big ticket items,” says Watson. But healing stones because this is a more Lewis, the activists in our world give us hope for instead of jumping on the “big sale stressful time ... and these stones can bandwagon,” Davidson’s is focusing provide natural healing,” she says truth & respect. I am unlucky enough to have lived on customer loyalty. optimistically. Huang tells her clients through a country at war, lucky enough to have Over at Brio Bodywear, company when there is a negative, it always president Gilbert Russell says they comes with a positive input. “Now is witnessed the beauty of reconciliation, and thankful have some sales to look forward to, the opportunity to turn things around enough to have experienced a lasting truce. That but the economy is not the reason. and try new opportunities.” Peace has given me the opportunity to serve our burgers, create real joy, engage communities & be thankful for this life. 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Each Office is Independently [email protected] Owned and Operated NEWS Glebe Report April 17, 2009 17 Garlic + mustard = a deadly combination ahrahan H tine s hri C Photo: Garlic mustard second-year flower, seedpods by Barbara Riley Even if you have not heard of garlic mustard plants (Alliaria petiolata), you have probably seen them growing in your neighbourhood, abundantly along the Rideau River, possibly in your own garden. Environment Canada identifies Ottawa as a prime location for this aggressive, invasive species. Garlic mustard monopolizes light, moisture, nutrients, soil and space, even releasing chemicals that destroy nutrients for trees. As a result, tree seedlings are reduced, native spring wildflowers displaced, and wildlife lose foliage, pol- len, nectar, fruits, seeds and roots that are essential food sources. In its first year, garlic mustard produces a rosette of green leaves close to the ground, easily mistaken for violets and other spring plants. Second-year plants reach 90 cm (2-3½ ft) and bloom late April through early May, show- ing white flowers with four petals, then long, upright seed pods. A single plant may produce thousands of seeds, which can live in the soil up to five years, so removing garlic mustard needs a long-term commitment. Hand pulling works best for small infestations: • make sure to pull the entire root system, more easily done in damp soil, as new plants can grow from root fragments left in the ground. • put the pulled plants in bags, as flowers may mature and form seeds even if the plant is lying on the ground or in a compost pile. Put bags in the garbage. (Ideally, bag the stem, seeds, flowers and compost the leaves and roots.) • check for the next five years in case any seeds already in the ground produce more plants. For large areas where hand-pulling isn’t practical, cut off flower stems at ground level to prevent seed formation. If seed pods are formed, cut and bag stalks to prevent continued buildup of seed stores. For more information, the Fletcher Wildlife Garden website has photos of garlic mustard and look-alike native plants at www.ofnc.ca/fletcher/research/ index_e.php#garlic.

Donate your old shoes Sole Responsibility is once again collecting gently used running shoes to send to the Republic of Cameroon for use by refugees and displaced people from that region. The shoes will be distributed by the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR). Last year’s campaign was a huge suc- cess, with over 4200 pairs of shoes being collected and distributed to refugees in Rwanda. For each pair of shoes donated, the organization is asking for a donation of two dollars to offset shipping costs. Dr. John Oueis & Associates Shoes will be collected from May 4 to June 10 at the following locations: TheDr. JohnDental Oueis Office & Associates at Lyon & Glebe The Dental Office andat Lyon & Glebe Bridgehead Coffeehouses: all locations Dr. John Oueisand Carling Carling Dental Dental Bushtukah: 203 Richmond Road The DentalWelcomingWelcoming OfficeNew New Patients Patients Mountain Equipment Co-op: 366 Richmond Road at both both convenient convenient locations locations Shoes will also be collected during Ottawa Race Weekend at the Pfizer at YourLyon neighbourhood & Glebe dental offices Health & Fitness Expo (located at Lansdowne Park in the Aberdeen Pavilion), Your neighbourhood dental offices from Thursday, May 21 to Saturday, May 23. The Dental Office and Carling Dental at Lyon & Glebe For more information, visit our web site at www.SoleResponsibility.org. The Dental645 LyonOffice Street South Carling Dental 1144 Carling Avenue Carling Dental at Lyon &613-233-2000 Glebe 613-722-7272 645 Lyon Street South 1144 Carling Avenue 613-233-2000Welcoming New Patients at both convenient locations 613-722-7272 "Doing what we love. Your neighbourhood dental offices Loving what we do."

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98 Cameron Avenue: “Fresh Coastal Style” – Broad eaves, wide windows, o Photo: the C is a national non-partisan, non-profit and a dignified appearance, this is a classic “four-square” house, a style that A young Queen Victoria organization whose mission is “to was popular well into the 1930s. This substantial home, built sometime in the promote the understanding of and BY JENNIFER COOK 1920s, is an excellent example of how the old should meet the new. loyalty to the Canadian Crown.” It The Monarchist League, Ottawa was founded in 1970 and there are 8 Seneca Street: “Eclectic Tudor” – It’s hard not to miss this house if you Branch, will be honouring Queen stroll or bike around the neighbourhood. The half-timbering, steeply pitched twenty branches throughout Canada. Victoria’s birthday with the Riverside There is also a Young Monarchist roof and heavy chimney are all indicative of the Tudor style that was immense- Park Community and Recreation As- group for those under thirty, and two ly popular in the 1920s and 30s. sociation, which has been hosting the university branches at the University 102 Bellwood: “Euro-Asian Flair” – Open the door to this recently built, gala for over 30 years at the Pauline of Waterloo and Wilfrid Laurier Uni- modern style townhouse and you open the door on the world. The owners’ Vanier Park on Harkness Drive (just versity. The Ottawa Branch is one of years of travelling to many parts of the world have resulted in an extraordinary off Walkley Road). The gala will be the oldest branches, whose members collection of furnishings and décor. held on Sunday, May 17 (rain date gather three times a year for special May 18) and events begin at 5:30 events, such as the Queen’s Birthday Tickets are $25.00 each and can be purchased in person at the Firehall or on p.m. There will be local dancers Dinner in May. The branch is seek- the OSCA website. The tickets will be available via the OSCA program regis- and singers performing, Little Ray’s ing new members, so should you be tration system. If you purchase your tickets online, they will be mailed to you. Reptiles, face painting and children’s interested please contact the chair- Experience your neighbouring community and help us support the Firehall. games and a barbeque. At dusk, the man, Allan Jones at allanejones@ For more information, call 613-247-4872 or visit www.homesbetweentheb- Otterson Blasters will complete the rogers.com, phone 613-316-7095 or ridges.ca. E-mail: [email protected]. day with an awesome fireworks dis- write to P.O. Box 4664, Station “E”, play. Bring your family for a great Ottawa, Ontario, K1S 5H8. celebration. Further information can be The Monarchist League will have found at The Monarchist League a booth where members will pro- of Canada website http://www. vide free information, such as the monarchist.ca or phone 1-800-IM- Canadian Heritage book A Crown LOYAL/1-800-465-6925, or at of Maples/La Couronne canadienne, the official website of The British and answer questions about Her Monarchy http://www.royal.gov.uk, Majesty Elizabeth II, Queen of Can- which includes videos, history and ada, great-great-granddaughter of news. Queen Victoria. We look forward to seeing you Queen Victoria was born on May and celebrating with you on Victoria 24, 1819 at Kensington Palace, Day, May 17 at the family gala at the London. She was the only child of Pauline Vanier Park. Victoria Maria Louisa and Edward, Jennifer Cook is a former Glebe Duke of Kent, fourth son of George resident. Her young adults’ novel, III. She became Queen of the United Canada with Governor General Lis- Kingdom and Ireland and Empress gar – 1868 and Lady Adelaide, Prince of India on the death of her Uncle Arthur and Charlotte describes his William IV on June 20, 1837, when life in Canada as a young man and she was eighteen years old. She and will be available for a donation at her husband, Prince Albert, had four the Monarchists’ Booth. Visit http:// sons and five daughters. She reigned jennifercook.ca.

Rental Management for the Foreign Service Community Our services include: • market analysis • preparation of documents • reporting • maintenance • regular inspections • simplified & competitive fees We’ve been there...we care! Mary Ellen Boomgaardt 5 Beechwood Avenue Representative P.O. Box 74074 Tel: 1-613-746-2367 Ottawa, Ontario K1M 2H9 Fax:1-613-746-3050 E-mail: [email protected] NEWS Glebe Report April 17, 2009 19 How to change the world with a suitcase By Liz Wylie There are several good reasons in their baggage allowance. was the lucky recipient of an enthusi- How would you like to do some- why Not Just Tourists uses travel- Both Cuban and Canadian laws al- astic hug and handshake from a local thing selfish and benevolent at the lers instead of shipping or mailing low individuals to bring in/take down doctor who thanked me on behalf of same time? I have a somewhat self- donations. Large-scale organizations up to 10 kilograms of humanitarian the Cuban people upon receiving the indulgent desire to travel that be- such as Doctors without Borders or aid per individual. My family and suitcases. comes particularly strong during a Health Partners International Canada I brought three NJT suitcases. The Not Just Tourists is always looking long Ottawa winter. This past winter, (HPIC) ship medicines and medical contents included things like blood for help from the community. There I had already purchased my carbon supplies via large cargo containers pressure medication, analgesics, ster- is always a need for over-the-counter offsets for my flight down to Cuba and receive corporate donations of ile surgical supplies, colostomy and medicines, vitamins, medical sup- to mitigate some of the negative supplies from the pharmaceutical in- urinary drainage bags, syringes and plies and monetary donations. If you consequences of my passion. But I dustry. Mary Metcalfe states, “We fill eye glasses. NJT recommends you have unused small to medium-sized was stuck on how I could inject a bit a different niche entirely, and actual- repack the contents of your bags so suitcases clogging up your basement, of meaning into my trip, other than ly reach more remote communities you are familiar with what is inside NJT can put them to good use. Plan just the self-centered desire for a bit in several countries that these larger and so when customs officials ask if to take a suitcase yourself on your of sun, sand and surf. My past trip organizations do not reach directly.” you packed it yourself you can hon- next trip to a country in need. It’s a to Cuba, I took part in the common Both Doctor’s without Borders and estly say yes. Many travellers are not great way of feeling connected to the practice of bringing down clothes, HPIC refer people with individual even stopped when going through country you are traveling to and to soap and shampoo, but I wanted to medical donations to NJT. Metcalfe customs. When I went through Cu- make the world a little bit of a better do more. I was able to find my an- says, “We do get a lot of donations ban customs, I was stopped and de- place. swer in the local Ottawa group, Not from people who have recently lost a layed for about 15 minutes. (The 60 For more information, go to the Not Just Tourists. loved one and have leftover supplies. odd pair of eyeglasses showed up Just Tourists website at http://www. Not Just Tourists is a non-profit Donating to NJT helps to give them on the airport x-ray.) The customs njt-pqt.org/. You can email them at volunteer organization that packs more closure. We also get quite a bit officials that I dealt with were very [email protected] or call them donated medicines and medical sup- from area nursing homes, long-term polite and friendly, and were main- toll free at1-866-426-3695. plies into donated suitcases for trav- care facilities and hospices. Other ly curious about what I was doing. ellers to bring to hospitals and clin- sources include medical samples After a 15-minute delay, we were on Liz Wylie lives, works and plays in ics in countries in need around the from doctors and some over-stock our way to enjoy our holiday. Later, I the Glebe. world. The group started in the mid from pharmacies.” Locally NJT re- 1990s in St. Catherines, Ontario by ceives regular donations from The Dr. Ken Taylor and his wife Denise. Hospice at May Court and is de- After a bicycle trip across Cuba, they veloping a relationship with The saw first-hand the serious lack of Glebe Apothecary. Live Beautifully medicines and medical supplies. Not NJT could not be more efficient with and cost-effective. Volunteers collect Jody Maclaren Just Tourists – Ottawa was founded Sales Representative by Mary Metcalfe in 2005, when and pack the supplies. They are reli- she realized the need for a local ant on donations of medical supplies group. Similar groups have popped and medicines that may have been on up in Edmonton, Kingston, Calgary, the way to the landfill, therefore also Vancouver and Montreal. In 2008, providing a valuable service to the NJT-Ottawa sent out 120 suitcases environment. The travellers who vol- weighing 863.6 kg to nine different unteer to bring the suitcases are al- 1090 Ambleside Dr., Ottawa ON K2B 8G7 countries, 96 of which were sent to ready going to their destination any- Direct: 613.298.2310 Office: 613.596.4133 Cuba. way, and probably have some room Each Office Is Independently Owned And Operated [email protected] 20 Glebe Report April 17, 2009 NEWS Help Glebe grannies turn the Colonel By seniors proactive tide on HIV/Aids in Africa in environmental issues BY Peter Kocoris council meetings. As a result, the She is young and urban and her residents, Colonel By management beverage of choice is a mochaccino and Revera (the parent corporation) brewed with fair trade coffee only. have formed an effective partnership She is wearing the latest fashions to create a “green” retirement resi- made with hemp fabric; an iPod stuck dence. Many of the suggestions from in her ear with the latest downloads the residents have been adopted on a is part of her everyday accessories. corporate level nationwide. She rides her bike to work and in- The residents have adopted re- sists that her trendy footwear is not cycling stations throughout the resi- manufactured using child labor. Her dence. They insist on planting trees mantra is reduce, recycle, re-use. She and plants native to our area in the

e fancies herself a green and forward garden and use a rain barrel system w thinking environmentalist. to keep them adequately watered. She is elderly and urbane, and her The residents have also become the aine Lo sponsors of a local animal rescue

El beverage of choice is a cup of hot tea with a touch of milk to yoke the sanctuary, the Big Sky Ranch, which tannins. She is wearing clothes that is supplemented through the use of Photo: are conservative yet comfortable; a kitchen byproducts to feed the ani- Grammas to Ambuyas model their colourful chitenges at Stoneface Dolly’s on hearing aid stuck in her ear is a ne- mals. Preston. cessity. These days she needs a walk- An the corporate level, Revera has By Barbara Coyle er to help her get around and wears stepped up its environmental respon- sibility by using eco-friendly chem- Africa has become a continent of orphans – as many as 13 million children sensible shoes with non-slip soles. Her mantra too is, reduce, recycle. icals, low flow toilets throughout have been orphaned by AIDS. Grandmothers bury their own adult children their residences, high-efficiency ap- and step into the breach, caring for the orphaned children left behind. They and re-use. She was a green environ- mentalist decades before it became pliances and insisting on electronic have no time to grieve their losses, little to no financial resources, deteriorating memos instead of paper when pos- health and support is limited in bridging the generation gap and helping their part of everyday parlance. A recent Harris poll indicates that sible. A new initiative that is being grandchildren work though the trauma of losing their parents. Despite such adopted is the purchasing of eco- hardships, these courageous women have become the heart of the response to people over the age of 62 are more likely to adopt eco-friendly practices friendly seafood, to reduce the pil- AIDS in Africa. lage of our fragile fisheries. The Stephen Lewis Foundation launched the Grandmothers to Grand- than younger people. This is certain- ly the case at the Colonel By Retire- Thanks to the persistence and eco- mothers Campaign in March 2006 to raise awareness, build solidarity and mo- awareness of our residents, Revera bilize funds for Africa’s grandmothers and the orphans in their care. In three ment Residence where the residents have been proactive in adopting has become the industry leader in short years, it has evolved into a national movement of some 200 grandmother creating earth-friendly retirement groups – over 5,000 women – who support grandmothers through the Founda- eco-friendly practices as part of their daily routine. The residents are keen- residences. Revera is doing its part to tion. Many of these “grandmothers” are your neighbours here in the Glebe. leave a greener planet for the sons, Despite the fact that some are not grandmothers themselves, they identify with ly aware of environmental issues and are always eager to present new daughters, grandchildren, and great the cause of women supporting women, with the powerful leadership of Ste- grandchildren of their residents. phen Lewis and with the notion that every life is important and every person ideas to management at the residence can make a difference. Grammas to Ambuyas is a granny group that began about 18 months ago. With so many members being long-time Glebe residents, we hold our monthly meetings at Corpus Christi School. Please attend our second annual spring fundraising reception at our favourite restaurant, Stoneface Dolly’s on Preston Street. Share an informal evening of hearty appetizers and delicious African wines, coffee, tea and desserts in the ambiance of soulful African music. Enjoy a glass of wine and courageous conversation with others who share your pas- sion for turning the tide of HIV/AIDS in Africa. Tickets are $40 in advance and $50 at-the-door. To reserve or purchase tick- ets, please contact: Carol MacLeod 613 234-9572; [email protected] Sheila Jenkins 613 235-3107; [email protected] Barb Coyle 613 233-2500; [email protected]

All proceeds will go to the Stephen Lewis Foundation (www.stephenlewis- tine Forget foundation.org) to support grassroots projects in sub-Saharan Africa. Come s hri out and taste the goodies that Honorary Granny Group member Bob Russell C will be creating that night.

TURNING THE TIDE Photo: Monday, May 25, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Colonel By Retirement Residence is implementing new practices for an Stoneface Dolly’s on Preston (416 Preston St. at Beech) environmentally sound livelihood.

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1335 Carling Avenue, Suite 602, Ottawa, Ontario K1Z 8N8 Tel: 613 729 8098 NEWS Glebe Report April 17, 2009 21 Our health Old Ottawa South River Run begins in our community Sunday, June 14, 9:00 a.m. By Catherine Caule With 10K, 5K and 2.5K distances to choose from, providing both competi- tive and participatory runners a tour of Old Ottawa South, there’s something When we visit our doctors, comply with our treatments, take our medica- for everyone! tions, and achieve goals to eat better and be more active, we’re taking import- The Old Ottawa South River Run is a fundraiser to help the Ottawa South ant steps to improve our health. But, they’re not enough. If your community is Community Association (OSCA) purchase new equipment for their programs unhealthy, it will affect your health. at the Firehall when it re-opens following renovations. This road race is within It begins in our everyday lives in our communities. Health equates to whole- the Old Ottawa South neighbourhood, starting in Brewer Park and covering ness and is a state of physical, mental and social well-being. Social factors, an interesting five kilometre route using residential streets and the pathway such as working conditions, food security, housing and income level, and en- along the Rideau River through Windsor Park and then looping back to Brewer vironmental factors influence our health. A living environment that is safe, Park. stimulating, satisfying and enjoyable promotes good health. For further information or to volunteer, watch the Old Ottawa South website We can build and maintain a healthy community by applying eight principles: for updates http://www.oldottawasouth.com or contact Larry Ostler at larry- Recreational opportunities: Healthy communities have sidewalks, park [email protected] or by phone 613-327-9080. space, bike lanes, recreation facilities and programs that help people be active. Facilities, space and greenspace support recreation and amateur sports across a broad spectrum of interests so we can participate in fitness activities. Fair trade gifts Environmental and ecological soundness: A healthy community places a premium on environmental protection and responsible conservation. Environ- coming to the Glebe mental and ecological considerations include air quality, noise levels, asphalt By Jane Gragtmans You will find stunning silver and proliferation, public transit, pesticide use, effects on flora and fauna, etc. The semi-precious stone jewelry, Yak health problems linked to environmental factors include learning difficulties, In these tough economic times, Milk soaps and other exotic body sleep disturbances, hypertension, heart disease, mental health problems, asth- wouldn’t it be great if our gift pur- products. There are pashmina shawls, ma and other breathing problems, anxiety, and physical discomfort. chases could have more social im- handmade lokta paper journals and pact? Didi Bahini, or “sisters” in Accessibility and inclusiveness: A healthy community provides public fa- wrapping paper, tablecloths, totes, the language of Nepal, is a new yoga and cosmetic bags, musical cilities and venues that are accessible to all. Land and facilities are available for Canadian fair trade online artisan public purposes and enjoyment throughout the year. Mixed-use facilities sup- instruments, spiritual artifacts from boutique based in nearby Chelsea, Nepal and more. Didi Bahini invites port diverse social and cultural interests. Activities and events are affordable. Quebec. They offer many beauti- Leisure activities improve our quality of life and, therefore, our wellness. other fair trade groups to share the ful high end products to tantalize event with them. Ottawa Friends of Safety: People feel safe in a healthy community. Visitors, employees, busi- your fashion fancy or help you find Tibet will be selling stunning Tibetan ness owners and neighborhood residents are confident that properties, facili- that unique special gift for Mom on carpets and other Tibetan wares, the ties, buildings, land, streets and sidewalks are safe, clean and non-threatening. Mother’s Day. These products are proceeds of which go to building an Fire, emergency and police services are visible, responsive and effective. The sold exclusively through Didi Ba- old age home for Tibetans in North- municipality adequately maintains streets and sidewalks in the winter to pro- hini in Canada. Didi Bahini will be ern India. La Tierra Coop will sell tect pedestrians and motorists. Being vigilant about safety, we can reduce in- holding their biannual fair trade sale fair trade coffee, tea and chocolate. juries, disabilities and mortality. at St. Matthew’s Church at 217 First “Marketing is always the most Food security: In a healthy community, people have physical and economic Avenue (just west of Bank Street) challenging aspect for artisans, espe- access to sufficient, safe and nutritious food to lead a healthy and productive on May 2, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. cially when their likely markets are so life. A healthy community encourages local food production. In addition, food Check out their online boutique at far away,” says Gragtmans. In order vendors offer healthy food options. Good nutrition reduces the risk of many www.didibahini.ca and purchase to have a larger impact on sustaining chronic illnesses including heart disease, some types of cancer, diabetes and any time. and creating new jobs in Nepal, Didi osteoporosis. “Customers feel great buying our Bahini is now focusing more intently products, knowing that they receive on developing the wholesale side to Healthy businesses: A diverse and vital economy supports a healthy com- a beautiful high quality handmade munity by providing employment opportunities and services. Employers of- their business, making unique fair item, that they are supporting fair trade products available for retail fer a living wage and benefits. Healthy businesses contribute to community trade practices, and that they enable wellness by caring about their employees and their families, the community shops and socially conscious con- us to support disadvantaged women sumers across North America. and the environment. They respond to local concerns and engage in issues and children in Nepal,” says owner and activities in the communities where they operate. Healthy businesses of- For more information please con- Jane Gragtmans. Didi Bahini gives tact, Jane Gragtmans by telephone at fer safe products and services and implement environmentally sound business five percent of its profits to select practices. 819-827-3066 or by e-mail at jane- community organizations in Nepal. [email protected]. Housing: In a healthy community, everyone has adequate access to shelter. Without affordable housing, people spend more of their income on shelter and less in the community for leisure activities and nutritious food. Commercial and residential development blends in with the look and feel of the neighborhood. We’re happier and have a better quality of life when we like where we live. Public engagement and participation: In a healthy community, members of all sectors share their knowledge and perspectives – always with an eye on the broader health consequences. We’ll achieve a better outcome if we partici- pate in decisions that affect our health. Politicians make the health of the com- munity their primary responsibility. Citizens ensure that local, provincial and federal politicians are aware of the health consequences of their decisions. The healthcare system restores, but does not create, health. We create health in our everyday lives when we make health-promoting decisions and have con- trol over our life circumstances. We also create health when we ensure that our society creates conditions that allow all of us to attain and maintain good health. Our individual and collective decisions should leave a “health foot- print.” By following the “footprints,” we can find our way to better health. Catherine Caule is a Glebe resident and lymphoma survivor. She is chair of Centretown Community Health Centre’s Board of Directors and is a member of the Board’s Advocacy and Communications Action Team (ACAT).

Yasir Naqvi, mpp Ottawa Centre Here to help you Community Office: 411 Roosevelt Avenue, Suite 204 Ottawa, ON K2A 3X9 Tel: 613-722-6414 Email: [email protected] 22 Glebe Report April 17, 2009 Australia’s Glebe, m m ani ani H H rina rina b b Photo: Sa Photo: Sa The main strip, Glebe Point Road By Frankie Leclair Glebe (not “the” Glebe) was es- stage actor Nicholas Martin Gledhill been transformed into youth homes Take a walk through Glebe and tablished in the 1820s as a wealthy and musician turned designer Reg and family support centres. the experience will be nothing short neighbourhood. “It is one of the old- Mombassa.“In a way, we are a tale of A walk through some of the residen- of unique. It’s a friendly neighbour- est suburbs in Australia,” says cham- two cities in terms of socioeconomic tial areas is a step back into history. hood where students and profession- ber of commerce President Paul An- demographics,” says Angell. Most homes were built in the later als collide in a bustling atmosphere. gell. He says the history is working Centered between the calm waters 1800s and each is unique in structure Where Victorian houses characterize class, although it might depend on of Blackwattle Bay to the north, the ranging from Victorian, to Georgian the streets, perhaps as yuppy-ridden, what calibre of work one might deem University of Sydney to the south, with some Italian inspiration in the but where the artistic and natural flair as “working class,” for Glebe’s his- and parks to the east and west, Glebe detailed architecture. These days, of the community abound along the tory is that of Victorian homes and is its own little village inside the city. an average house sells for $785,000 streets, attracting all types of people. Sydney’s elite. Doctors, lawyers and The tightly knit community is cen- AUD (about CA$689,000) according It’s an urban haven where the tran- politicians bounded the streets in tred at the main artery, Glebe Point to www.glebesydney.com, the area’s quility of lapping water meets the their expensive couture. People like Road, which runs north-south from own go-to website. Scattered among colourful flair of an eclectic main Sir Edmond Barton, Australia’s first Paramatta Road to the waters of the these old homes are churches with street. This land of churches is an art- prime minister, among other polit- bay, and holds all of life’s needs in its gothic appeal. Glebe, as Glebites are ist’s dream locale with cafes, book- icians, writers and athletes lived in open-concept shops. aware, is a land of churches and this stores and markets, and a partier’s the old community. Crowded store-front windows line land down under dates back to 1790, delight with the city’s original venue “Current history finds a very so- one side of Glebe Point Road, while when 400 acres of land were grant- of crab racing… Wait a second… cial liberal community that straddles fenced-in homes line the opposite side. ed to the Church of England. Since Just so we’re clear, this is the areas of public housing and water- From new age health practitioners, to then, at least six churches have been Glebe’s antipodal counterpart we’re front properties,” says Angell. Today, organic food shops, pubs, bookstores established. talking about: Australia’s Glebe, many historic homes have been con- and clothing of bohemian style, the Standing tall, at the centre-most New South Wales. verted into flats and businesses, and vibe is more hippy than preppy, de- spot at the corner of St. John’s Road Various greenery, fig trees among with a short walk down the street, it spite the less-than-modest real estate. and Glebe Point Road is St. John’s them, line the streets of this inner- is evident that residents vary from Walking a few blocks north, the Bishopthorpe Anglican Church. Built city hub known as Sydney’s bohem- the businessman waiting for the bus trees become more dense and homes in 1870, the Victorian sandstone ian village. Located just south-west alongside a dreadlocked tree hugger, increase. Among the homes, and structure is a step back from modern of Sydney’s central business district, to a book savvy student and a curious tucked away behind leafy trees, is day architecture. Fenced in and hid- traveller; the blend of people is of the Glebe Point YHA, once the ar- den behind ancient trees, the church an eclectic variety, and the elite are ea’s backpackers’ hostel. Kama, an is an ominous representation of the still among them. Australian jour- employee of the hostel, is a resident beginnings in Glebe. Standing kitty- nalist and radio presenter Deborah of Glebe and an ambassador to new- corner from the church is the Glebe Cameron calls Glebe home, as does comers in the community. She says post office. Airy and bright, the Vic- the proximity to the city makes Glebe torian stucco two-storey building was a perfect area in which to reside. “It’s built in 1890. These are only two of a very popular area of Sydney to live many classic architectural marvels in in, with some of the highest buying Glebe, along with the old Town Hall, and renting rates in Sydney,” she the police station and various rustic m m says. “Even though it doesn’t have gated homes. ani ani beach views.” The rows of shops and cafes along H H “There are the richer families who Glebe Point Road have held on to rina rina b b live in million dollar homes, there’s their classic appeal, however their en- a lot of student accommodation be- trances have been transformed to suit cause of the university ... and a lot of their open-concept businesses. As Photo: Sa Photo: Sa single professionals looking to live well as converting the bottom front close to the city,” says Kama. 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These large portraits, around one haviours might be more rowdy than that the manager modestly says is Glebe has two university campuses, metre in height and width, will be other areas of Glebe. It may not be as “part of the furniture” in Glebe after three vocational colleges, two high hung outdoors around the suburb, to cozy as Irene’s here in our Glebe, but many years in the village. schools and two primary schools, in- entice visitors and residents to walk the crowd is just as diverse. Next to Different Drummer sits the cluding Glebe Primary School which around the area. Glebe is a community much like well established Gleebooks which also serves as the community centre. Although Glebe seems to be a vil- our own here in Ottawa. Should you has been one of Australia’s favourite Everything from playgroups to rock lage for the non-commercial types, find yourself in Australia some day, bookstores since 1975. So popular climbing, and parenting classes are it’s still a typical city suburb with its take a walk through this antipodal was the shop that a second location available at the centre. The heavily share of supermarkets and the Broad- neighbourhood and compare it to containing newer items and space involved school is also a weekend way Shopping Centre. However, even home. The similarities are countless, for book signings, live readings and favourite for the community as it is if the commercial choices are cheap- despite the unique trees, the smell of other literary events was opened the location of one of the city’s most er, there is a reason why the boutiques salt water, the accents, the outland- down the road. popular and established markets. and cafes have thrived in Glebe. As ish heat and those little possums in “Glebe has gone through decades The Glebe Markets take place Kama says, “restaurants serving fresh, the park. What you will find is a di- of neglect as we are on the border of every weekend. Saturdays and Sun- alternative and foreign food are very verse, family-oriented and historical two councils,” says Angell. But just a days artisans of all kinds sell their popular with Sydneysiders.” community that invites people to see few years ago, Glebe switched coun- handmade goods at the colourful But when it comes to the local what they have to offer but holds on cils to the City of Sydney, which is outdoor event, which is set up on the watering holes, commercial-types to that small town appeal. more capable of funding community local school ground. Similar to the seem to be the big winners in Syd- Frankie Leclair was an intern at the restoration and revitalization pro- farmers market at Lansdowne Park, ney. Places like Friend in Hand Ho- Glebe Report this month through Al- jects. anything from fruit and vegetables, tel, a big corner bar open almost gonquin College’s Journalism-Print “We’ve also just launched our new to clothing, handcrafted jewelry and round-the-clock features unique program. She is set to graduate this brand and marketing campaign to homemade soap can be purchased. events on a nightly basis, including summer and hopes to find a job in the promote the cultural experience of And after supporting local artists, the aforementioned crab racing. Live writing field. She can be reached at Glebe.” Angell, like most residents of shoppers can sit in the grass for some music, comedy nights, trivia nights, [email protected]. Glebe, describes the vibe as “a café live music. pool competitions and poetry read- culture with excellent restaurants,” One of the year’s biggest events is ings are all featured at this bar where and their main focus is to attract all the Glebe Street Fair, which Angell the atmosphere is slightly manic and types of people seeking a bohemian, says attracts 100,000 people to their where visitors can witness the true artistic location. The eccentric shops, long boulevard. Put on every year by talent of the Australian culture. Beer and flavours from around the world the chamber of commerce just be- do just that. fore Christmas (that’s when summer Much has changed since Glebe’s begins), this unique fair has a few beginnings many years ago. Cur- quirky attractions. Apart from a row rently, the population rests around of stalls the length of roughly five 13,000 with almost 30 per cent born city blocks and a few live bands, fes- outside Australia. Glebe is a young tival goers had a chance to test their community with the largest age debate skills on the Arguers Stage at m

group ranging between 25 and 34 ete the last Glebe Street Fair, and writers ani H years. It is a well qualified and book could reveal their talents at the Poets’ Dw rina smart community with 33 per cent of Corner. vin l b e the population holding a bachelor’s “We’re also just launching an out- K degree or greater and 39 per cent of door gallery which periodically will occupations falling under the “pro- Photo: Sa exhibit amazing artists,” says An- Photo:

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u It is an exquisite choral piece that includes an orchestra, are soprano follows a lengthy introduction by a Martha Coulthart, counter-tenor Ma- string ensemble. Other movements ee Prod l thieu Sabourin, tenor Michael Ruddy mix the male and female choruses and baritone David Tilley. Coul- in ecstatic and sometimes majes- thart, Ruddy and Tilley, who come tic music. The haunting refrain of

Photo: Par from Britain, all sing in Ottawa’s ac- “Beatus vir qui timet Dominum” uni- claimed Seventeen Voyces chamber fies the whole work. By Meghan Proudfoot end, performing in the international- choir. Sabourin and Coulthard also Come join us for an evening with Ottawa’s professional chamber ly renowned Motette concert series. “The choir is thrilled to be returning sing in the St. Matthew’s choirs. The the choirs on Saturday, May 9 at choir, the Ottawa Bach Choir (OBC), concert is directed by St. Matthew’s 7:30 pm at St. Matthew’s Anglican will perform the final concert of its to Europe to perform at these world renowned venues of such musical music director Stephen Candow, who Church, 130 Glebe Ave. Tickets are subscription series on April 25 at $20 for adults and $15 for students; and historical significance. We are is well-known in Ottawa for his suc- 8:00 p.m. at St. Matthew’s Anglican they are available from the church looking forward to singing magnifi- cess in developing children’s choral Church, 130 Glebe Ave. The choir, office at 217 First Avenue ( 613-234- cent music from the very sources in skills. which has Glebe residents as singers 4024), and from Compact Music, 190 which so much of it was inspired and His church choirs are best known and members of the board of direc- for their annual presentations of Bank Street & 7851/2 Bank Street, composed,” explains founder and art- tors, has been critically acclaimed on Handel’s Messiah and other ora- and CD Warehouse. both the national and international istic director, Dr. Lisette Canton. “In scenes. This June, the choir will re- the inspiring setting of St. Matthew’s turn to Europe to perform for the Church, Ottawa audiences will have third time, singing three concerts a rare opportunity to preview some of at the prestigious Thomaskirche in this exciting and varied repertoire by Leipzig (Bach’s place of employ- composers from Germany, England, ment for 27 years), two concerts at France, Italy and North America.” St. Paul’s Cathedral, and one concert The concert in April features music at the Foundling Museum in London, from the Renaissance, Baroque, Ro- ART EXHIBITION & SALE followed by three concerts in Paris at mantic and Contemporary periods THE CHURCH OF ST JOHN THE EVANGELIST the spectacular Notre-Dame Cath- and will be accompanied by titular Elgin & Somerset Streets edral, Church of the Madeleine and organist from Ottawa’s Notre Dame SAT APRIL 25 - SUN MAY 10, 2009 at the American Church. Basilica, Jennifer Loveless. Daily: Noon – 6 pm, Thu & Fri to 8 pm The choir performed to critical ac- Tickets for the April concert are Tel: 613-232-4500 www.stjohnsottawa.ca claim in 2007 and 2005 in Leipzig, available at Compact Music (190 Bayreuth, Vienna, Salzburg, Stutt- and 785-A Bank), Leading Note gart and Prague. In 2005, the OBC (370 Elgin) and all locations of CD was the first Canadian choir to be Warehouse. For Embassy Event tick- invited to take over the duties of the ets and any other information, please Matt McQuillan Master Electrician thousand-year old Thomanerchor at call 613-270-1015 or visit the OBC the Thomaskirche for an entire week- website at www.ottawabachchoir.ca. McQuillan Electric Electrical Contractor License No. 7005472 Recipient of the Ministers Award for Outstanding Achievement Specializing in: • Knob & Tube Re-wire Proudly serving the neighbourhood since 1984 • Service Upgrades Professional Painting Service • Additions and Renovations • Interior / Exterior • Quality Workmanship • New Construction • Fully Insured • Satisfying Insurance Companies • Two Year Guarantee We take pride in our work & make sure your home is safe ESA Registered, Insured & Qualified For your FREE estimate call: James Cleary 722-3375 613-850-8274

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viola, and harp, it is the Debussy t a Gatineau based chamber ensem- composition that sets the standard u ble that was recently recorded by in minds of audiences with its fam- Espace-Musique Radio-Canada for iliarity and intense beauty. The Ital- national broadcast. ian composer Nino Rota is famous orry Bergho This concert closes the first season for his many film scores, and this C for the series and we would like to chamber composition has the feel thank everyone who has attended the of a lively movie. Antonio Pasculli’s Photo: concerts so far this season. If you “Duo Concertante” takes the oboe as John Haysom, Bert Waslander and Howard Tweddle are in their fifth season at have not yet attended the series, this a solo instrument to its limits. Oboist the Arrow and Loon final concert is an opportunity to see Frederick Hodgson, the leader of the To mark the completion of five The trio has also played in the Ot- the most ambitious of the programs ensemble, performs the piece with years of playing every Sunday even- tawa International Jazz Festival for performed to date with several en- harpist Caroline Léonardelli. Infor- ing at the Arrow and the Loon Pub the past six years as well as at recep- semble variations featured. The pro- mation on the Ensemble Prisme can at Bank St. and Fifth Avenue, the tions and parties, and at charitable gram features repertoire rarely per- be found at: www.ensembleprisme. Glebop Jazz Trio is hosting a “Sing events like “Dancing in the Street” formed in Ottawa including Claude ca. into Spring” series. Six singers will and the Rotary Club’s annual Golf Debussy’s Trio for flute, viola and The March concert that was to fea- appear with the trio from April 19 Day and Auction. Glebop is look- harp, Nino Rota’s Quintet for flute, ture mezzo soprano Julie Nesrallah until the end of May. The trio con- ing forward to playing again in the oboe, viola, cello and harp, and An- had to be postponed until the fall. We sists of Glebe residents John Haysom Jazz Festival in June. They’ll be ap- tonino Pasculli’s “Duo Concertante apologize for the short notice and on trumpet, Bert Waslander on piano pearing twice – once as the Glebop for Oboe and Harp.” The concert will will announce the new date with the and Howard Tweddle on upright bass Jazz Quartet (with drums added) and also feature two well known opera fall schedule. (Tweedle lives in Carp but doesn’t once as part of the “Fun with Fats” pieces arranged for flute and harp, Tickets are available in advance at mind the weekly trek to the Glebe). review of the music of jazz legend Georges Bizet’s “Pearl Fishers Duet” the Compact Music (Bank & Third “People seem to find jazz singers and composer Fats Waller which was and the “Flower Duet” from Lakmé. location) and at the door. General more engaging than the purely instru- a big hit at last year’s festival. The Claude Debussy composition admission $20, students and seniors’ mental approach” says Waslander. As in previous years, the trio will is the first major work for the en- tickets are $15. “All six are excellent singers who also host an anniversary jam ses- semble of flute, viola, and harp and Join us at St. Giles for a beautiful have appeared with us at different sion in early September to which all has become known as the Debussy spring evening of classical music! times and we always had good audi- musicians who have performed with ence response.” the trio are invited. “Five years is a Now retired, Glebe residents pretty long time for a jazz gig,” says Waslander and Haysom are able to Haysom. “I guess we’ve been able pursue their musical hobby with to get out enough of an audience increased intensity. “It’s pretty dif- for Sunday dinner at the Arrow and NEW PATIENTS WELCOME ficult to play that many engage- the Loon to keep owner Elie Khalil ments, look for others and maintain happy. Even so, we think more Glebe your competency on your instrument Dr Pierre Isabelle residents would enjoy dropping into while holding down a full-time job,” the local pub for a Sunday evening and his staff are pleased to welcome says trumpeter Haysom. Since retir- drink or snack. The music is there for ing from his engineering position at those who want to listen while others the National Research Council five chat. Waslander adds that people Dr Mathieu Tremblay to the years ago, he has been able to put a lot more energy into music. More re- should not be frightened off by the cently retired from his job as an eco- jazz label. “I’m sure if they give it GLEBE DENTAL CENTRE nomics consultant, pianist Waslander a try, they’ll find our music is pretty accessible. We have regular audience FIFTH AVENUE COURT - FREE PARKING also finds it easier to put in the time necessary to maintain and improve members who don’t consider them- his piano technique and increase selves jazz aficionados.” his knowledge and understanding of You can learn more about Glebop For appointments call 613-234-6405 jazz. “It’s like any other endeavour,” and their upcoming performances he says. “The more you do it, the by contacting Odile Waslander, the more you get out of it.” group’s manager, at 613-234-6966.

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Bank @ FiFth ENTERTAINMENT Glebe Report April 17, 2009 27 Ted and Lois at the movies BY TED LANDIS BY LOIS SIEGEL Passchendaele (2008) Young @ Heart Directed by Paul Gross Directed by Stephen Walker Rating: 14A Rating: PG It’s a war film, it’s a love story, it’s a Canadian “You’re Never too Old to Rock” – that’s the motto film. Paul Gross has created his best work yet, as of the folks, all in their 70s and 80s who charm their writer, director and actor in this epic story of love audiences with renditions of the Bee Gees, James and loss. I liked the movie a lot, it reminded me of Brown and the Pointer Sisters. They sing “Stayin’ “Un long dimanche de fiançailles” (“A Very Long Alive,” “I Feel Good,” and a real challenger “Yes, Engagement”) (2004) and even “The English Pa- We Can Can.” tient” (1996). Passchendaele tells the story of a These old rockers, who average 81 years, are part World War I soldier named Michael Dunne, played of the “Young at Heart Chorus” in Northampton, by Gross, who returns from the trenches with a case Massachusetts. And you can tell they’re having a grand ole time. of shell shock to the relatively quiet life in Calgary. Caroline Dhavernas, The film’s opening soloist is 92-year-old Eileen Hall, a British lady who asks from the excellent and short-lived “Wonderfalls” TV series, plays the army “Should I Stay or Should I Go” (The Clash). She’s terrific. The 24-member nurse who cares for and eventually falls for him. There are plenty of sub- chorus of senior citizens plays to packed audiences of all ages who love the plots and even a twist that pleasantly surprised me. group’s music. Their performances are exhilarating and touching. These old But writing, directing and starring in a film is not easy and for this film, folks persevere, always choosing to perform despite severe health problems: the weak link is in the writing. The characters lack depth and there are one man’s lugs around an oxygen tank. No matter. The show must go on. Music many times where you find yourself asking who is doing what and why are is their source of survival. they doing it? Still for a production this big, Gross must be commended for I watched this British made for TV movie “Young@Heart” and can’t wait to producing a very watchable film. All in all, the love story was well done join a rock group when I turn 80. and the battlefield scenes were gut wrenchingly realistic, but Gross’ coup Trouble the Water de grâce was an existential climactic scene that will guarantee this film to Directed by Carl Deal & Tia Lessin become a true Canadian classic. Rating: Unrated “Trouble the Water” interweaves home movie footage, shot by Kimberly Riv- Blade Runner: The Final Cut (1982/2007) ers Roberts and her husband Scott, with professional documentary footage shot Directed by Ridley Scott by the filmmakers. You will be taken behind-the-scenes to experience what it Rating: 14A was really like in the poverty stricken 9th Ward where those who had no way to I can’t say enough about this film other than if by some chance you leave tried to survive 165 m.p.h. winds, rain, thunderous sounds and destruction haven’t yet seen it or haven’t seen it in the last 25 years, here is your of Hurricaine Katrina, without assistance from outsiders. The police weren’t chance to see it in a relatively recent DVD release with a new “final cut.” going to come out until the weather improved. People were left to fend for them- This classic (some say cult classic) was first released in 1982 and repre- selves. All they could do was try to help each other. Their government let them sents the high water mark of the modern science fiction film which began down. This is America. fourteen years earlier with “2001: A Space Odyssey.” Both of these films The tenacity of those who were left behind is uplifting. They refused to give featured Douglas Trumbull’s brilliant special effects. Practically every up. Their good spirits are inspiring. The incompetence of authorities at every science fiction film released since owes a debt of gratitude to Ridley Scott, level is blatant – 100,000 people couldn’t get out. Philip K. Dick and Vangelis for creating the visual and aural imagery that Stay for the credits. They are part of the film story. Sundance Film Festival, originated with Blade Runner. Grand Jury Prize, 2008. While the film’s dystopian perspective of future society has become The Last Mogul: The Life and Times of Lew Wasserman commonplace in science fiction films today, in 1982 it was ground- Directed by Barry Avrich breaking. Philip K. Dick is a master at tempering scientific achievements Rating: PG13 with the all too human side-effects. Although it took 25 years for Ridley From rags to riches is a common theme, but in this case, the amazing story is Scott to get a chance to “do it right,” the “Final Cut” (the seventh version of a man who rises to fame taking over Hollywood and then controlling polit- released) finally allowed him to repair the compromises that were forced icians in Washington, D.C. It’s a tale of show business at its fiercest. on him over the years by the production company. The cinematography Wasserman’s 50-year career started on the east side of Cleveland, Ohio, the is stunning even on a TV screen and the soundtrack can still bring tears son of Russian immigrants who came through Ellis Island. He learned his trade to my eyes. There’s a great chance that you may see this film in its full on the tough streets of Cleveland, working his way to La La Land. Hollywood glory soon at the Mayfair. was never the same. Wasserman was a powerful talent agent at Music Corpora- tion of America (MCA) and Head of Universal Studios before becoming an influential fundraiser in the Democratic Party. All films are available from the Ottawa Public Library.

The 7th Annual Hike for Hospice in support of The Hospice at May Court is scheduled for Sunday, May 3, 2009 at 114 Cameron Avenue. As the Platinum sponsor of the Hike, Tracy Arnett Realty Ltd. will be joining this national fundraising and awareness event which includes a 5km walk, a great backyard picnic, t-shirts, Little Ray’s Reptiles, entertainment for all and lots of prizes to be won!

This event is a wonderful way to stay in touch with The Hospice, say hello to friends, raise pledges and walk in memory or in honour of someone special.

In 2008, Hike participants and sponsors raised over $63,000 for The Hospice at May Court. If you are interested in joining us at this event or would like to sponsor our team please contact Tracy Arnett Realty Ltd. at 613 -233-4488 or The Hospice at May Court at www.hospicemaycourt.com or by telephone at 613-260-2906.

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(613) 233-4488 | www.tracyarnett.com 28 Glebe Report April 17, 2009 ENTERTAINMENT 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 firends and neighbours. Enjoy! Two-headed Boy by Neutral Milk Hotel. This song is one of my favourites because I really like the way he sings. Danger High Voltage by Electric Six. A great dance song! Specialist by Interpol. I like the lyrics in this one and it has some nice instru- mental too – eclectic! Submitted by Milu, Canterbury High School

Viva La Vida by Coldplay. I really like the words to this song. I’m in Love with My Car by Queen. I really like this one because it makes me think about having my Ferrari someday!. Good Riddance: Time of Your Life by Green Day. I really like what this song is about. Listen to the lyrics. Submitted by Trent (Immaculata High School) and Callum (Corpus Christi School)

In the spring, I tend to pick up the beat a little more, and since I love to dance, I listen to music that gets me moving. Lately my songs of choice have been a little more mainstream, but a lot more upbeat. Jazon Mraz’s I’m Yours is a pop-reg- gae tune that everyone is listening to and I’m not ashamed to say that I often have it on repeat – I’m a big fan of his live version on YouTube. BEST Lykke Li hasn’t become mainstream in Canada yet but she’s a favourite in Sweden with her indie-rock song Dance Dance Dance. It’s not your typical Europop dance hit but, coincidentally, it does make me want to dance. Great Glebe Garage Sale MGMT’s Oracular Spectacular is one of my favourite albums at the moment and Kids is one if their songs being played in clubs around the city. I don’t May 23, 2009 know too many people who can sit still when this one plays. Submitted by Frankie, Algonquin College Save 10% of your proceeds for the Ottawa Food Bank. If you would like to provide us with favorite picks from your iPod, please send an e-mail to the Editor at [email protected].

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Fri. April 24 12:30 Clare Rogers from GNAG Calling all Pets!! Fri. April 24 1:30 & 2:15 Kaleidoscope Kids’ Books In the May issue of the Glebe Report, we will be Sat. April 25 11:00 & 12:00 Sue Townley from the showing off the Glebe’s critters. Send us your best col- Ottawa Public Library our digital pet photos, your pet’s name and address (Sunnyside branch) (address will not appear) for a chance to appear in the centre pages of the May issue. All pets are welcome! Deadline for photos: April 25. [email protected] 73 First Avenue (at O’Connor Street) 30 Glebe Report April 17, 2009 SCHOOLS Accommodation concerns Funding for safe, equitable in locals schools and inclusive schools I reluctantly agree that this ap- Superintendent Tom D’Amico out- proach makes sense as I am anxious lined part of the Ministry of Educa- to provide these schools with relief tion’s Safe Schools Strategy. The soon. I am concerned that there is a ministry provided funding to be used risk that we could be caught yet again to purchase resources, training, plan- by unexpected pressures at both First ning and/or coordinating activities to Avenue and Hopewell, and forced Trustee support equity and inclusive education into yet another stopgap situation. Trustee and prevent gender-based bullying, Rob I want to be reassured on this score Kathy homophobia and sexual harassment. Campbell before agreeing to wait for structural Ablett This equity and inclusive education relief until September 2011. OCDSB OCSB strategy will recognize diversity and School Start Time Changes promote inclusive education, as well Student transportation for the as identify and eliminate discrimina- First Avenue Public School and OCDSB and also for the Ottawa tory biases and barriers related to student learning. Hopewell Avenue Public School Catholic School Board (OCSB) has A staff committee looked at options for raising awareness and developed five have been bursting with students. The been handled, starting this past Sep- projects on topics like: board recently decided to move First tember by the Ottawa Student Trans- • focus on healthy relationships (aimed at grade 3 and 4 teachers); Avenue’s two grade 5 and 6 classes portation Authority (OSTA). This to Hilson Avenue Public School and body has been mandated by the prov- • focus on sexual harassment and principal investigations (aimed at social Hopewell’s two grade 7 and 8 gifted ince to reduce costs for both boards workers and psychologists); classes to Fisher Park Public School. by jointly planning routes. Until • homosexuality and educational pastoral practice (aimed at social work- Students currently in the grade 7 now, OCDSB and OCSB students ers, principals and guidance counselors); and gifted class will finish off their ele- have largely been bussed separately. • focus on Internet safety and cyber bullying/homophobia (aimed at grade mentary years at Hopewell. These There are some real savings to be 6–10 students). changes were made as a stopgap to captured however by systematically deal with next year. planning the transport of students for Also a school set of materials related to reflective discipline has been pur- This still leaves these two schools both boards together. chased for each school. very crowded and more will have to As this paper went to press, staff Intervention and Re-Entry Programs be done in time. In a report which proposed moving First Avenue’s start Superintendent D’Amico and key staff reviewed the goals and outcomes came forward as this paper went to time 5 minutes earlier to 9 a.m. and from the Intervention and Re-Entry Program mandated since February 2008. press, at the Business Services Com- Mutchmor’s start time 5 minutes later Goals of the program include: mittee recent meeting, staff proposed to 9:15. Changes also will be sought looking at these two schools’ crowd- to some other local area schools, in- • motivating the student to understand the consequences of his/her behav- ing issues along with the programs cluding Corpus Christi, Elgin Street ior which caused the suspension or expulsion; and catchments of neighbouring Public School and Connaught Pub- • ensuring academic support; schools for the 2010-2011 school lic School. These school start time • addressing the negative behaviours that led to suspension/expulsion; year, i.e. delaying a comprehensive changes, along with those for 13 area review past next year. other schools in Ottawa from both • providing therapeutic services; Staff are proposing this as there boards, will help rationalize bussing • assisting in a smooth transition back to school. are many unknowns, which would over all. In several cases this rational- make a full accommodations review Positive supports are wide ranging and involve independent learning courses, ization will mean that students from credit recovery opportunities, co-op programs and using technology to com- problematic. Chief amongst these both boards will be on the same bus concerns is the possible outcome plete work and assessments. Non-academic supports include assessment, group as well. First Avenue, Mutchmor and and individual counseling. Students receive help in transitioning back to school of the alternative program review, Corpus Christi will all share a route. which staff propose to undertake and referral to school or community services. More on this in the May issue. New directions for the re-entry program are: next school year. The result of this The current changes, if approved, review could mean the status quo for are projected to save about $1.1 mil- • to provide increased follow-up once the student has returned to school; alternative programs, such as that at lion each year to be split between the • to ensure collaboration at a school level to facilitate return to school; Lady Evelyn Alternative School, or boards. A second phase of changes in it could mean the expansion or col- the area will be looked at • to transition the student with the support of an educational assistant; lapse of the OCDSB alternative pro- next year. • to involve the safe school team to work with the student on preventative gram offerings. However this goes, measures. staff are especially reluctant to ad- If you have a suggestion or a con- dress area accommodation concerns cern, or would like to be added to my Members of the safe schools team include: Mary Ellen Agnel, vice principal, until the Lady Evelyn situation has e-newsletter list, please contact me Safe Schools; Karen Wilson, teacher; Anne Stankovic, teacher; Dr. Francine been clarified. A review would look via [email protected] or at 613- Chappus, psychologist, and Justine Ogle, social worker. at all area schools together in a full 323-7803. Meeting and document Ottawa Student Transportation Authority NOTE TO PARENTS and comprehensive manner. info available at www.ocdsb.ca. Proposed efficiencies are currently posted to the Board’s website. Please view at http://www.ottawacatholicschools.ca. Standard & Poor’s Rating Report David Leach, superintendent of Finance and Administration, informed the board that Standard & Poor’s bond rating annual review shows the Ottawa TED R. LUPINSKI Catholic School Board with a rating of AA-, the highest level a school board Chartered Accountant • comptable agréé in Ontario can achieve. A quote from the review states, “the Board’s solid track record in managing its capital spending and financial prudence, especially as capital funding policy changes, also underpins the ratings.” 137 Second Avenue, Suite 2 Tel: 613-233-7771 This rating remains unchanged from that of previous rating opinions. Ottawa K1S 2H4 Fax: 613-233-3442 Catholic Education Foundation’s Fourth Annual Gala, Cabaret and Auction Email: [email protected] The fourth annual gala, cabaret and auction will take place at the Hellenic Banquet Centre on Prince of Wales Drive on Thursday, May 14 at 6 p.m. All proceeds go to CEFO’s Helping to Alleviate Poverty in Our Schools program. More information can be found on the board’s website under the Catholic Edu- cation Foundation of Ottawa button. Education Week Education Week will soon be upon us, May 4-8 inclusive. Please watch for your school newsletters for details of events. “For All Your Home Improvement Needs” If, at any time, I can be of assistance to you, please do not hesitate to call me at 613-526-9512. • Kitchens • Doors & Windows LARRY VILLENEUVE Do you know of a special event coming up in our community? • Additions Mobile: (613) 724-7250 Complete Design Services Fax: (613) 256-7971 E-mail the editor at [email protected] SCHOOLS Glebe Report April 17, 2009 31 Mother’s Day Spring has sprung plant and bake sale at GCNS at Good Morning The little children at the Glebe Co-op Nursery School by Lisa Furrie (GCNS) are very excited that spring is finally here, so they Good Morning Creative can be outside and enjoy some fresh air and good fun in Arts and Preschool has some our playground with the play structure and the endless exciting events planned to sand toys! Members are also gearing up for the annual Mother’s help herald the arrival of Day plant and bake sale which will be held on Saturday, longer days and warmer May 9, at the Glebe Community Centre. A fine selection temperatures. of plants (including a variety of baskets) and a delicious In mid-April, Good Mor- selection of baked goods will be available for sale at rea- ning children will put the sonable prices. Proceeds from this sale will go towards “sproing” into spring when programming for the children at the nursery school. the school takes part in the eron

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We look forward to many warm days ahead! a C Registration for afternoon preschool/JK Dystrophy Campaign. Just

Program imagine groups of bunny- aren The GCNS is currently accepting registrations for Sep- ear-wearing children hop- K BEST tember 2009 for the afternoon preschool and JK programs. ping around and you get an The school has a few spots currently available. idea of how much fun this A happy hopper at last year’s HOPathon Photo: The afternoon program runs Monday to Thursday, 1-3:30 p.m. and is geared event always is. And while for ages 2 1/2 to 4 1/2 years. With a class size of 18 children, this program is they’re having fun, the chil- suitable for those preparing to start school and also for Kindergarten children dren also learn a valuable lesson about the importance of giving back to their needing additional education and care. community. The funds raised by this annual campaign help support services, For further information or to register, please visit our website at www. education, and research programs essential to many families who have been glebepreschool.com or contact us at 613-233-9708 or [email protected]. affected by muscular dystrophy. For another excuse to get up and get moving, on Sunday, May 3 Good Mor- ning will be hosting a fundraiser at the Glebe Community Centre featuring Kathy Ablett receives award-winning blues performer, Maria Hawkins. “Blues 4 Kids” is a high- energy, interactive concert that is bursting with a positive energy that brings 2009 Trustee Award of Merit music alive for students, while at the same time addressing issues of racial tol- The Ottawa Catholic School Board is pleased to announce that Zone 9 Trust- erance as well as the importance of hard work, commitment and self-reliance. ee Kathy Ablett has been selected as the recipient of the 2009 Trustee Award Tickets will be available at the door for $10 each. of Merit, presented by the Ontario Catholic School Trustees’ Association (OC- Good Morning parents, board members and teachers will also have an op- STA). portunity to come together this spring. On April 25, Good Morning is holding Nominations for the award are submitted by Catholic school boards from a strategic planning session; the goal of the session is to take stock of where across the province. The award is given annually to one trustee who has made a the school is now and to brainstorm about where it might want to go into the significant contribution to the Catholic education community, has strong Cath- future. olic leadership qualities, and gives witness to the faith commitment. For information about Good Morning Creative Arts and Preschool, visit our Trustee Ablett will be presented with the award at the 2009 annual general website at www.gmcaps.com or give us a call at 613-276-7974. meeting and conference dinner on Friday, May 8 in Toronto.

St. James Tennis Club Registration Mail cheque to St. James Tennis Club, P.O. Box 4701, Station E, Ottawa, ON, K1S 5H8 or drop-off at club house on opening day (May 2). Family ST. JAMES membership: 2 adults and junior(s) living at same address. Couples: 2 adults living at same address. Juniors: 17 years old and under. Name ______† Junior † Adult TENNIS CLUB Name ______WHERE EVERYONE IS WELCOME † Junior † Adult Name ______Third Avenue at Lyon - Open 9 am to 11 pm - May 2 – Sept. 27 † Junior † Adult Phone 613-237-5469 - Web www.stjamestennis.ca Name ______† Junior † Adult Clubhouse Renovation We have plans to renovate our clubhouse to make our club even better! Please consider Name ______adding a contribution to our very reasonable membership. Funds will go to the renovation † Junior † Adult and also our annual Mary Thompson Award at Glebe HS (Math prize). Please Contribute! Name ______† † Free Programs for all Ages and Abilities! Junior Adult St. James offers a wide range of free programs to our members, especially our younger Address ______ones acquiring a passion for the game for the first time. Our numerous club tournaments, Postal Code ______Phone # ______social events and round robins are always free. Email ______Tennis Lessons Adult $90 ______Sign-up for lessons begins on opening day. Our coaches are friendly Junior (Under 18) $50 ______and offer instructions for all skill levels and ages. Couples $160 ______Social Events Families $190 ______Round Robins - Family Day - Photo Contest Sub Total ______Wimbledon Strawberries and Cream Event Early-Bird Special Discount 10% if mailed before April 25 ______and Favourite Pro Night 10% OFF Fees Clubhouse Renovation Contribution ______if membership paid by April 25 Mary Thompson Award Contribution ______No Refunds TOTAL $ ______32 Glebe Report April 17, 2009 SCHOOLS Hopewell girls win gold Mutchmor art auction BY NICOLE MORIN April 17, 6:30-9 p.m. Congratulations to the Hopewell School Intermediate Girls Basketball team who came home from the OCDSB South East Regional tournament on March 12 with gold medals around their necks. The team was assertive in their victory by winning all games in the tourna- ment. The competition became a lot tighter when the girls advanced to the board-wide semi-final game against Goulbourn School. If the team is success- ful in this game, they will advance to the Board Finals on April 1. World Vision Just before the March break, Mrs. Merkley’s grade 5 class held a bake sale to raise money for World Vision. The students baked and baked and raised $400! We were able to purchase 10 fruit trees, school lunches for 50 children for a month, supplies for a classroom, immunizations for an entire community and we helped to stock a medical clinic with much needed supplies. It is humbling that a little act can improve and save so many lives. A big thank you to every- ridge one who baked and came to eat our goodies. b Photo: Larry Stone Michael crossing Mutchmor students at Fifth Avenue BY Jean Neidy of this ambitious objective, our chil- Mutchmor’s dren’s artwork will be available for Crossing Guard purchase by donation. While the work of these young art- Each school day you’ll find Mi- ists will no doubt be front and centre, chael, our school’s dedicated cross- the evening will also include a silent ing guard, ready to do his duty. He is auction and a slideshow featuring the crossing guard at Fifth and Ralph, “Arts Blitz” in action. Please con- keeping all of us safe from harm. You sider contributing to the silent auc- can’t miss him and his brightly col- tion by contacting Marie-Christine oured jacket. Whether it’s subzero Feraud at either [email protected] or weather or on the hottest day, he’ll 613-236-1507. be there ready to meet and greet our Finally, to help draw our celebra- students, parents and those of us who tions to a close, we are most privil- walk this way either to work or out Team members: (bottom left) Katie, Zoe, Samantha, Eliza, Nia eged to be hosting a performance for a stroll. Well done Michael, the by the well-known Brookfield High (top left) Lucie Olivier-Cyr (coach), Bev Harding (coach), Megan, Rowan, community owes you a debt of grati- Frida, Ali, Lizzie, Alexa, Paul Armstrong (coach), Huda and Emily School “World Voices Choir.” The tude. choir has been a guest on CBC Student comments: Radio’s Ontario Today and CBC Grade 1 “Michael does his job real Morning as part of Share Central and good.” and “The cars listen to our have released two CD’s in the past crossing guard.” few years - “UBUNTU: Human- Grade 3 “I feel safe with our cross- ity Towards Others” in February of ing guard.” 2007, and “We Have A Dream” in Mrs. Tiggy Winkle’s Celebrating and Fostering 2009. Proceeds from the sale of these the arts at Mutchmor CDs support ongoing projects within Art auction and closing celebration the school, with a dedicated portion 20% Off will be held on April 17, 6:30-9 p.m. being split between the Nelson Man- Over the last month, Mutchmor dela Children’s Fund and the Micro- absolutely students have been creating their credit loan organization, “Kiva.” CDs pOsitively masterpieces with the help of teachers will be available for purchase on the everything and parent volunteers. These works evening of the art auction. of art will be showcased on the even- Stay tuned for further details about in stOck ing of April 17 at our art auction and this exciting evening and please re- the final evening of our celebration member to mark April 17 on your April 27-May 3 of the arts. While the special evening calendar. The event will take place will draw our art-related activities to from 6:30 to 9 p.m. at the Glebe Join us at any Mrs. Tiggy Winkle’s for our a close, we’re hoping it will also help Community Centre. Any questions, inspire an “arts spirit” at Mutchmor please email Marisa Casagrande at for many years to come. In support [email protected]. EVERYTHING in store will be 20-50% OFF! First Avenue book sale

809 Bank St. * 315 Richmond Rd April 23-25 Rideau Centre * Place D’Orleans Mall * Bayshore Mall First Avenue is a busy place heading into spring and the third term with spe- cial events and activities. If you come and visit our office, you’ll notice some of the minor changes and renovations we’ve been making to make our office more functional. IT’S bACK! This year’s book sale will take place Thursday, April 23 to Saturday, April 25. This is the school’s biggest fundraiser of the year, benefiting every class and every student. Volunteers are needed for sorting, shelving, pricing, and working on sale days. Volunteer night, on Wednesday, April 22, 7-9 p.m., gives all volunteers first shot at the best books! The school is looking for old wooden desks from a time gone by!!!! We would like to add a few of these types of desks in the space outside the main office. If you have one that you would like to give away or if you can point us in the right direction, it will be greatly appreciated! MAY 1 - 3 We have been granted some funds from the Ministry of Education to pur- chase new books for our library and to hire temporary occasional staff to help GAMES GALORE & PRIZES-O-PLENTY! our librarian. Finally, there will be an Earth Day assembly on April 30 at 10:15 a.m. The VISIT WWW.TIGGYWINKLES.CA FOR DETAILS choir and some classes will be performing. SCHOOLS Glebe Report April 17, 2009 33 Glashan play, a must see Immaculata reads BY LAURA CHADWICK books read and meetings concluded, Literacy remains a priority for staff students select their favorites novels and students at Immaculata High and votes from all 200 participating School. Students enhance their lit- schools have been e-mailed to the eracy skills across their curriculum OLA. and enjoy “Your Own Reading Time,” The winning literarcy selections where 15 minutes of class time twice will be announced in May at the For- a week is set aside for students and est of Reading Awards in Toronto. staff to read non-school related ma- MAC White Pine Book Club mem- terial. Students bring in novels, maga- bers will travel by train to Toronto zines, non-fiction or access many of and attend the ceremonies. For addi- the free publications at the school in- tional information on all nominated books this year, please go to: www.

oren cluding daily newspapers. Opportun- ities like afterschool literacy prep- accessola.com/forest2009. Ouss aration courses as well as literacy In other library news, as has been afternoon camps offer students who reported in the news, school librar- need extra practice the opportunity to ies across the province were granted additional “special funds” to enhance

Photo: Sean work with teachers in small groups. Another field trip saw Glashan grade 7s hit the slopes at Ski Vorlage. Classroom contests also challenge library collections. These funds need- staff to display key words from the ed to be spent by the end of March. By Kate and Judy ball. There are 12 teams involved in provincial literacy test in a creative Specific items purchased were: audio Glashan Pubic School, a home for the basketball spotlight this month. manner that connects these words to books, high interest level books for excitement, drama and fun. There is So far, the grade 8 Alligators came information explored in each course. boys, materials to support curricu- never a dull moment if you are within in second place and earned a silver This year many lum units on First Nations, and books its comforting walls, only a lifetime’s medal in the A division. The rest of Immaculata students have been in- dealing with environmental issues. worth of action. the boys’ teams played exceptionally volved in our school’s various extra- In addition, our school received addi- In February during black history well and improved their games. Even curricular, lunch-hour reading clubs: tional funding from our superintend- month, Glashan School showed its though they didn’t take home a med- Blue Spruce (ECL class), Red Maple ent, Simone Oliver. These funds were devotion for non-discrimination al, they still went into the game with (grades 7 and 8) and White Pine put towards increasing our French against families and communities a determined spirit to do their abso- (grades 9 to 12). Students have read, collection of novels and audio-visual in a play called “A Proud Canadian lute best and they did! Congratula- discussed and now, on April 22, will materials for our bilingual program Family,” written and directed by tions to all of the Glashan basketball vote for their favourite books. Stu- classes. Our staff and students will Rick Desclouds. The cast performed teams and good luck to the girls in dents from around the province have greatly benefit from such a rich and a true, beautiful, yet melancholy per- their upcoming tournament! participated in these Ontario Library wide array of resources for our Grey formance about black Loyalists fight- There are many field trips that the Association’s book clubs. With the Sisters Commemorative Library. ing for their freedom in rural Nova students at Glashan have already ex- Scotia; it was truly a beautiful piece. perienced or are still yet to come. In other drama news, Sean Ous- For example, in the month of May, th soren, another Glashan teacher, is the grade 7 students are going on a Canterbury High School 40 mixing it up by directing a play that is fabulous, three-day field trip to Que- everything but normal. Taking place bec City where they will be biking on anniversary homecoming on Wednesday, April 22 at 7 p.m. at the Plains of Abraham, touring the By Natasha Bourk brate the growth and successes of Glashan School, this play features Citadelle and the Artillery museum, I remember walking down the the school over the past 40 years! humour, drama and complete insan- exploring the Beauport shore and the halls singing and dancing without Whether you are a current or former ity. If that’s not enough, the title of Montmorency Falls, touring Lower getting a single strange look. I re- student, parent, staff member, or a the play, written by Alan Haehnel is and Upper Town, bowling, and go- member staying at the school until supportive member of our commun- “30 Reasons Not to be in a Play”. ing to circus school, while at night midnight, practicing for the upcom- ity, we encourage you to join us from With over 60 students involved as they will be enjoying a comfy hotel. ing performance. I remember the May 29-31, to celebrate Canterbury cast and crew in over 29 scenes, this Thanks to all of the staff at Glashan smell of paint in the hallways after High School’s 40th birthday, and the play is sure to have you rolling on that are making this trip possible a visual arts student painted a new 25th Anniversary of “Arts Canter- the ground laughing. It’s an experi- and we will see you in Quebec City. mural. I remember music students bury.” With more than 2,000 expected ence you will have to witness and Stay tuned for more details about this giving concerts in the front lobby. to attend, this is your opportunity will never forget. fabulous trip next month. This probably doesn’t sound like to become reacquainted with old Glashan school sports enthusiasts Kate and Judy are grade 7 your typical high school experience, friends and staff, to meet new people are now mainly focused on basket- students. does it? Does it surprise you then that with similar interests, and to soak in when I remember my high school, I the atmosphere one more time. remember loving it?! The homecoming is being organ- If you hold similar memories, it ized by volunteers – graduates, re- may be that you are also a Canter- tired staff, parents, and current staff bury alumnus. Over the years, Can- and students. Early registration is terbury has been home to the Arts paramount to ensure that all events (drama, dance, visual, music, and can go ahead as scheduled. With a literary) program, French language weekend of non-stop performances, program, Ottawa 67’s education a 67’s alumni hockey game, special program, and more. The school wel- guests, and a carnival, this gathering comes students from each and every is a must for everyone who is a friend Ottawa community, producing a full of Canterbury! cast of alumni that have gone on to For more information and to down- domestic and international fame and load the registration form, please vis- acclaim. it www.canterburyalumni.ca. The Canterbury 40th anniversary homecoming is about bringing our Natasha Bourk is a 2008 graduate whole “family” together to cele- at Canterbury High School.

1235 Bank Street 613-733-3070 779 Bank Street 613-237-1483 34 Glebe Report April 17, 2009 NEWS Join friends and neighbours for ultimate frisbee

New titles! •Gift Certifi cates •Gift Registry The Ottawa-Carleton Ultimate Capital Region. In summer, OCUA Association (OCUA) has been pro- teams play on city fields throughout •Great viding the sport of ultimate Frisbee the city, as well as at OCUA’s two to the National Capital Region for dedicated ultimate only parks: Ul- 23 years. Ultimate is a fast-paced, timate Parks Incorporated, a 19 field Gift ideas non-contact team sport played with facility in Manotick, and a 4 field a frisbee, which incorporates the facility adjacent to the Canadian best features of soccer, football, and Aviation Museum. OCUA provides basketball into a straightforward summer play for all levels and caters 1115 Bank St. and physically demanding game. to all communities offering leagues (between But unique to ultimate, the sport for co-ed, women, youth, young pro- has no referee - which therefore re- fessionals, family and Sunday social West Coast Video & quires a high degree of participant players. Innovative custom engagement rings and wedding sportsmanship. Ultimate appeals OCUA has partnered with the The Folklore Centre). bands -- that reflect your style. to new players because it requires Glebe Neighbourhood Activities little in the way of equipment and Group (GNAG) for summer and fall is easy to learn. It also appeals to 2009 to offer family ultimate Sunday (613) 232.7406 competitive athletes who can play afternoons in Glendale Park. Join www.kaleidoscopekidsbooks.ca the sport at an elite level, compet- your friends and neighbours for Sun- ing at national and international day fun – come as a family or as an tournaments in the hopes of gaining individual: adult and youth (about a berth at the world championships. 8-13 years) play together and coach- Ultimate is played in 42 countries ing is provided for new players. around the world. One of the lar- Want to learn to play or improve gest leagues in the world with 4500 your game? OCUA is offering clin- members, OCUA is on the cutting ics throughout the month of April at edge of one of the world’s fastest locations in the east and west end of growing sports. Ottawa. To find out more about ul- OCUA offers ultimate leagues and timate in your neighborhood this clinics in the summer, fall and winter summer and the clinics that we offer, to residents throughout the National please visit www.ocua.ca. Gracefield Camp’s “Spring bloomer” An invitation for fun and fundraising! BY Leslie Smith Dow during the Great Glebe Garage Sale Off-beat activities don’t usually on May 23. deter St. Giles Presbyterian Church Mrs. Currie has pledged to par- administrator Jean Currie, but the ticipate in some of the less off-beat Glebe stalwart draws the line at a 1.7 Spring Bloomer activities, which kilometre canoe portage race around include a hip-hop workshop, sing- Ottawa streets May 2. ing with Ottawa soprano Shawne The wacky event is part of Grace- Elizabeth, a magic demonstration by field Camp and Conference Cen- Magic Ricky, and a Wii Guitar Hero tre’s first annual ‘Spring Bloomer’ competition. fundraiser to help send children to Gracefield Camp, a registered char- summer camp who would not other- ity located in western Quebec, relies wise be able to go. The event takes heavily on donations from several place from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at St. fundraising events. Its summer day Paul’s Presbyterian Church, located and residential camping programs are on Woodroffe Avenue at the Queen- popular with area youth, who learn sway. wilderness survival skills and leader- St. Giles’ congregation has always ship, and can earn canoe certification shown great support for Gracefield’s levels. Open year round, the 280-acre activities, especially raising money camp also hosts March break camps, for the Campership fund, which sub- as well as family and group retreats/ sidizes children’s camp visits, says camps. Members of Glebe-St. James Mrs. Currie. The non-profit camp is United Church make a regular week- owned by The Presbyterian Church end retreat every fall at Gracefield, to in Canada. Last year, St. Giles raised catch up on their quilting! $1,400 for Gracefield’s Campership For more information, call 1-888- fund through a spring plant and book 493 CAMP (1-888-493-2267) or sale, says Mrs. Currie. This year, St. e-mail gracefieldinthecity@gmail. Giles will feature a Gracefield table com. NEWS Glebe Report April 17, 2009 35 Another year on the greens Brazil, Sweden and the Glebe? By Heather Jarrett with an opponent. Unlike curling’s What can these three places on dif- As ‘snowbirds’ return to the city, fixed target, lawn bowls are aimed at ferent continents of our planet have in lawn bowlers are gearing up for a ‘jack’ that can be placed at varying common? The answer: one young lady another year. The season starts offi- distances in each end of play. And named Rachel Oueis. cially on the first Sunday in May, and the jack is a movable target during an Rachel is a competitive soccer play- members are polishing their bowls end, when a strategically aimed bowl er with the Ottawa Fury Soccer Club. in anticipation. Often referred to as can send it to a different location on From July 12 to July 18, 2009, the Ot- “curling on grass,” lawn bowling is the rink. tawa Fury U15 Girls Soccer Team will attracting new fans every season. Perhaps the most intriguing feature be representing Ottawa at the Gothia Tucked away on Cameron Avenue, of the sport is that the bowls them- Cup Soccer Tournament to be held in not far from the Glebe, the Ottawa selves, which are deceptively round Gothenburg, Sweden. The Gothia Cup Tennis and Lawn Bowling Club in appearance, are asymmetrical, re- is the largest youth soccer tournament (OTLBC) offers the perfect environ- sulting in a curling trajectory when in the world hosting over 1,500 teams ment for newcomers to try this social bowled. Mastering the curl takes from 64 different countries. The Fury and competitive sport. many hours of practice, and adds U15 will be the first ever girls team to the challenge and strategy of the Lawn bowling, a medal sport at the from Ottawa to participate in this pres- game. Commonwealth Games, can be traced tigious tournament. The OTLBC lawn bowling season back over 3,000 years to Egypt. To- But for Rachel Oueis, this is an extra will begin in early May, as soon as day, it is played in countries around special time. In 1958, Brazil won the the snow disappears and the greens Rachel Ouies wears # 8, a family the world, wherever communities first World Soccer Cup in Sweden and are in playable condition. The OTL- tradition. can squeeze in a few square metres her grandfather, the legendary mid- BC will host two open houses, to fielder DIDI Folha Seca, was instru- of grass. Ontario has over 150 lawn introduce prospective members to bowling clubs, with several in the Ot- mental in making this happen. He earned the title of the best soccer player in the game and the social aspects of the world at the tournament. DIDI, Pele and their teammates went on to win tawa area. The closest one for Glebe the sport, one on Saturday, May 2, the World Cup again in Chile in 1962. Since then Brazil has been the only residents is the OTLBC, where a 2-4 p.m., and the second on Tuesday, country in the world to win the World Soccer Cup five times. Rachel will be competitive-level green, with 8 rinks, May 5, 7 p.m. playing in Sweden 51 years after her grandfather’s stellar performance. is made available for bowlers seven In addition, there will be day-long Rachel and her family make their home in the Glebe. The Fury girls are act- days and evenings a week. In addi- coaching days for new and old mem- ively fundraising for this event. Let’s give them our cheers and support! tion to club league and open play bers. 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Events at Sunnyside Library WHAT YOUR NEIGHBOURS ARE READING For children Here is a list of some titles read and discussed recently in various local book clubs Babytime For babies and their parent or caregiver, with stories, rhymes, songs TITLE (for adults) AUTHOR 1 and games. Ages 0-18 months. Weekly. Registration required. Can You Hear the Night Bird Call? Anita Rau Badami 2 Tues., 2:15 p.m. (30 mins.), April 7-28 Any graphic novel Various authors Toddlertime Fault Lines3 Nancy Huston For toddlers and a parent or caregiver, with stories, rhymes, songs La Ferme africaine4 Karen Blixen and games. Ages 18-35 months. Weekly. Registration required. Fortunate Son5 Walter Mosley Tues. or Thurs., 10:15 a.m. (30 mins.), April 7-30 Egret Cove6 Margaret Nava Storytime Thin Is the New Happy7 Valerie Frankel Stories and rhymes for young children. Registration required. Sweetest Dream8 Doris Lessing Ages 3-6 years. Weekly. Various titles9 Fyodor Dostoevsky Wed., 10:15 a.m. (30 mins.), April 8-29 The Book of Negroes10 Lawrence Hill Mother-Daughter Book Club Bel Canto11 Ann Patchett A place for girls and women to share books. Monthly. Dreams from My Father Barack Obama Ages 8-9 years. Mon., 7 p.m. (1 hr.), April 6, 20 TITLE (for children & teens) AUTHOR For teens The Lime Green Secret12 Georgia Graham girlzone A Penguin Story Antoinette Portis For fun with a variety of themes, come join our monthly lunchtime Perfect Man Troy Wilson book chat group for girls ages 12-14 years. Home schoolers welcome. This Is All: The Pillow Book of Fri., April 24, 12:00 p.m. (45 mins.) Cordelia Kenn13 Aidan Chambers War of the Witches14 Maite Carranza For adults The Alchemist’s Portrait15 Simon Rose 15 minute computer tutorials Lightning Thief16 Rick Riordan Having computer problems? Register for 15 minute computer tutorial. Wed., 10:00 a.m. (1.5 hours), April 1-29 1 Abbotsford Book Club 2 caring for children the natural way Broadway Book Club 3 Can’ Litterers Julek Meissner, naturopathic doctor, discusses natural and holistic 4 Cercle de lecture de l’Amicale francophone approaches to health care for your child. 5 OnLine Audio Book Club: www.DearReader.com Wed., April 22, 7 p.m. (1 hour) 6 OnLine Fiction Book Club: www.DearReader.com 7 OnLine Nonfiction Book Club: www.DearReader.com Sunnyside Book Chats 8 OPLSunnyside Adult Book Chat Drop by and join in stimulating discussions. 9 Seriously No-Name Book Club Fri., April 24, 12:15 p.m. (1 hour) 10 The Book Club 11 Water for Elephants by Sara Gruen Anonymous 12 Glebe Children’s Book Podcast: www.JustOneMoreBook.com The canal mug poetry series 13 Kaleidoscope Book club for Adults Who Like Kids Books Back again is a series of four Thursday evenings of local poets reading 14 OnLine Teen Book Club: www.DearReader.com 15 OPL Sunnyside Branch Mother-Daughter Book Club 8-9 from their work. Thursdays, 7:00-8:30 p.m. 16 OPL Sunnyside Branch Mother-Daughter Book Club 10-12 April 23: Nadine McInnis and Glenn Kletke If your book club would like to share its reading list, For a complete list of Library events, please call Micheline Boyle at 613-233-9971 or visit www.BiblioOttawaLibrary.ca. e-mail [email protected].

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GLEBE CHURCHES

CHURCH OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT (Roman Catholic) Fourth Avenue at Percy Street, 613-232-4891 www.blessedsacrament.ca Pastor: Father Joe Le Clair Masses: Tuesdays, 6:30 p.m. Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, 9:30 a.m. B.C. Music Legends Saturdays, 4:30 p.m. The feel good event of the year... One night only! Sundays, 8:15 a.m., 9:30 a.m., 11 a.m., 8 p.m. (elevator available, loop system for people VVAALLDDYY with impaired hearing also available) with Barney Bentall Ferron ECCLESIAX Leon Bibb Roy Forbes 2 Monk Street, 613-565-4343 Shari Ulrich Will Millar www.ecclesiax.com MAY 1 2009 Sundays: 11:07 a.m.,* Art & worship service 8 p.m. View community art gallery by appointment. Centrepointe Theatre *NOTE: Sunday service time of 11:07 a.m. is the right time! Tickets $34.50 Centrepointe Theatre Box Office centrepointetheatre.ca FOURTH AVENUE BAPTIST CHURCH Fourth Avenue at Bank Street, 613-236-1804 www.fourthavenuebaptist.ca bcscene.ca Minister: Rev. Clarke Dixon Services: Sundays, 11 a.m. Junior church and nursery available (parent/tot room available at the back of the church)

GERMAN MARTIN LUTHER CHURCH 499 Preston Street at Carling Avenue, 613-233-1671 Pastor: Christoph Ernst Service: Sundays, 10 a.m., with Sunday school (first Sunday of month, 11:15 a.m., English service)

GLEBE-ST. JAMES UNITED CHURCH 650 Lyon Street at First Avenue, 613-236-0617 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 Open doors! Please come in and visit, Mon.-Fri., 11:30-1:30 p.m. Weekly service: Wednesdays, 7:15 a.m., Eucharist & fellowship Thursdays, 10 a.m., Eucharist & coffee Thursdays, 10 a.m., drop-in nannies/stay-at-home parents group Sundays: Eucharist, 8 a.m., Choral Eucharist, 10 a.m. Choral Evensong, 4 p.m., RELIGION Glebe Report April 17, 2009 41 Meeting the Friends DESIGN CONSULTATION air l RENOVATION ADCOR

Photo: Francine Lec CONSTRUCTION BY Virginia Reinecker Quakerism originated from a re- Situated a short walk east down ligious movement in 17th century Large + Small Renovations Fourth Ave. from Bank St., is the England started by George Fox. Fox meeting house of the Religious Soci- felt that, on religious principle, he Kitchens and Washrooms ety of Friends (Quakers). The build- could not participate in war of any ing itself has a long history: in 1892 sort. He also advocated for the rad- Decks and Porches Zion Congregational Church built ical equality of all persons based on the first church building in the Glebe, his belief that all had “that of God” in All Work Guaranteed them. Concerns with peace-making a wooden structure at 91 Fourth Ave, Fully Licensed Tradesman later clad in brick. It was purchased and with social justice have remained central for Quakers. Environmental by the Church of the Nazarene in Workers Comp + Full insurance 1942, and then by the Religious Soci- issues have also become an import- ety of Friends in 1969. In the 1980s, ant focus for many contemporary Design + Architechtural Services Friends. A “Peace and Social Con- the Friends sold the older portion of cerns” Committee meets monthly to the building to a developer, who con- 20 years in Business help coordinate local Quaker efforts verted it into three townhouses for around such themes. An “Adult Re- private residences. The Friends kept Superior Workmanship ligious Education Committee” facili- the newer east wing of the structure, tates an annual retreat and occasional now 91A Fourth Ave., and from it References Provided adult educational events. created the present Friends’ meet- Through the week, Friends also ing house. A wide variety of things rent space at cost to a number of happen there during any given week. other community groups whose Contact Shane Adsett @ 613.265.4454 Quakers believe that we offer a spirit- values and agendas harmonize with uality for our time that is simple, rad- Friends’ principles. Rentals and Free Estimates ical and contemporary. events are scheduled through the For Friends, the heart of life togeth- Resident Friend, the meeting’s only er as a spiritual community centers paid (part-time) employee who occu- around Meeting for Worship, held pies an apartment on the second floor Sundays at 10:30 a.m. Following of the meeting house and also helps the oldest tradition of Friends, Ot- with routine cleaning and minor re- tawa Quakers meet in silent medita- pairs. A “Premises Committee” over- tion and worship. Visitors are always sees the use and maintenance of the welcome. Friends believe that there building. is Light or “that of God” in every- The ultimate responsibility for one. Any person who feels moved the building and activities, however, to do so may rise and speak out of lies with Ottawa Monthly Meeting, the silence. The meeting does not use which derives its name from the fact ritual, liturgy or professional clergy, that it meets each month to transact believing that all persons are called business. All members and attendees to be ministers to each other. Occa- of the meeting are considered a part sionally silence continues through an of the meeting and are welcome to entire meeting. More often, however, participate. several people do speak. Meeting is Meetings for business, regarded by ended, usually around 11:30 a.m., Quakers as “Meetings for Worship when a designated Friend shakes for Business,” begin with a period of hands with a person seated close by. silent worship and are conducted in a It is followed by time for coffee, tea fashion unique to Quakers. Neither a and conversation. On the first Sunday majority vote, nor simple consensus of each month, a pot-luck lunch also is the goal. For each decision to be follows Meeting for Worship. made, the goal is to achieve the unity Children participate in Meeting of all present in finding what is be- for Worship and share the silence or lieved to be the guidance of the Light spoken ministry with the adults for within each person. the first 15 minutes of worship. After If you would like more informa- that they leave the main meeting tion about Quarkerism, visit the web- room for First Day (Sunday) school, site at www.ottawa.quaker.ca or the which focuses on age-appropriate Canadian Yearly meeting website at topics and activities. www.quaker.ca.

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DIVERTIMENTO ORCHESTRA VOLUNTEER WITH THE FRIENDS COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS CONCERTS 25th year anniversary, OF THE FARM, for the garden- conducted by Gordon Slater. Saturday, ing season at the Ornemental Gardens ART LENDING OF OTTAWA. Rent RARE AND UNUSUAL PLANT April 25 at St. Thomas D’Aquin. 1244 and Arboretum of the Central Experi- or buy original art at reasonable prices. SALE, a perfect Mother’s Day outing. Kilborn Avenue. Adults $15, seniors and mental Farm. Green and black thumbs April 21, 7 to 9 p.m. and April 22, 10 a.m. May 10, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the parking students $10, children under 13 $3, chil- welcome. Please call 613-230-3276 or to 9 p.m. First Unitarian Church Hall, 30 lot of Neatby Building, Central Experi- dren under 6 free. For more information e-mail [email protected]. www. Cleary Ave. Free admission. For more mental Farm. $5 or donations to the Food visit www.divertimento.ca. friendsofthefarm.ca. information please call 613-594-8513 or Bank. www.friendsofthefarm.ca. visit www.artlendingottawa.com. JENNY WHITELY with Easy Pickins. VOLUNTEERS AT THE CANADIAN RUMMAGE SALE at St. Giles Church, In support of CHEO Foundation ELF . Many varied and CHASING THE BIG TIME, Crime Bank Street at First Ave. Lots of bargains, Fund. May 7 at 7 p.m., Hillcrest High interesting positions available for the Writers of Canada’s Arthur Ellis Short- muffins and coffee. Saturday, April 18, School Auditorium. Tickets $20, stu- festival running May 1-18. Please visit list Event. Thursday, April 23 at 7 p.m. 10 a.m to 2 p.m. For more information dents $10. For information please call www.tulipfestival.ca, or call 613-567- Ottawa Public Library, main branch audi- please call 613-235-2551. R. Voss at 613-738-6990 ext. 241. 5757 ext 231. torium, 120 Metcalfe. For more informa- tion call Sue Pike at 613-730-0715. SPRING CRAFT AND BAKE SALE, MESSIAH presented by the Elbmesne AVAILABLE with Friends of the Central Experiment- Ensemble Orchestra. Sunday, April 26 at EXERCISE AND MEDITATION al Farm. April 25-26, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., 3 p.m., St. Thomas the Apostle, 235 Alta helping hand. Personalized help CLASSES at McNabb Community Building 72, Arboretum, Central Experi- Vista Drive. Tickets $18, advance $15 at for seniors and busy professionals. Run- Centre, 180 Percy Street, Tuesdays 9:15 mental Farm. Free admission and park- Leading Note. ning errands for those who can’t due to to 10:45 a.m., Wednesdays 6 to 7:30 p.m. ing. More information at www.friend- physical or time constraints. Groceries, $10 drop-in fee, memberships available. softhefarm.ca. meal preparation or gifts. Call Annie at First class free. For information please MOZART’S GRAND MASS IN C 613-237-0704. call Julia at 613-728-8571. MINOR presented by Matthew Larkin SPRING RUMMAGE SALE Fourth and the Ottawa Choral Society. Sunday, Ave. Baptist Church, Saturday, May 2 May 3 at 7:30 p.m. St. Joseph’s Church, LIVE-IN NANNY. Experienced, well- EXPOSURE: ENVIRONMENT from 9 a.m. to noon. Baking, clothing, Sandy Hill. Tickets $40, students $10. educated and good natured 26-year-old LINKS TO BREAST CANCER. Film household items, toys, books, china, Tickets available at Compact Music, Nepalese woman wishes to re-locate to screening at Glebe-St. James United jewelry, etc. Leading Note and CD Warehouse, www. Canada under the Live-in Care program. Church, Monday, April 27 at 7:30 p.m. ottawachoralsociety.com. Will provide minimum two years of ser- 650 Lyon Street. $5 or donations. For vice. Can start early summer 2009, or further information call Olga at 613- THE PROSTATE CANCER ASSO- later, as required. For inquiries call Don, 235-7819. CIATION OTTAWA holds meetings MUSICA VIVA SINGERS SPRING 613-567-0796. for newly diagnosed men and their loved CONCERT presents Fair Winds and a ones the third Thursday of each month at Following Sea at Christ Church Cath- GARDENING IN SMALL PLACES, the parish hall of St. Stephen’s Anglican childcare, home daycare in the edral, 420 Sparks Street, Monday, May Glebe. Professional caregiver available Saturday April 18 from 2 to 3 p.m. church, 930 Watson Street. For details 4 at 7:30 p.m. Adults $15, students $12. Ottawa City Hall, 110 Laurier St. W. Re- call 613-828-0762 or www.ncf.ca/pca. full or part time, April to July. Please call For more information please call Linda Sue at 613-235-3469 or 613-882-3469. freshments will be served. For more in- Wiken at 613-422-4454. formation please call 613-237-1056. WALK A BLOCK FOR LUPUS, join the team to walk on from THE NATIONAL CAPITAL CON- FOR SALE HISTORICAL WALK of the Central 10:30 a.m. to noon Saturday, May 9. For CERT BAND spring concert at Domin- Child’s Chariot bike carri- Experimental Farm. Learn about the more information contact walkablock@ ion Chalmers Church, May 3 at 2 p.m. er, for two kids and luggage. 10 years architecture, design and history with lupusontario.ca or register at www. O’Connor at Cooper Street. Tickets $10. old, in good condition. Hooks onto any Bob McClelland May 12, from 7 to 9 lupuscanada.org. For more information please visit www. bike, $125. Call Todd or Christie 613- p.m. FCEF members $12, non-members nccb.ca, or call 613-256-9783. 236-2405. $15. www.friendsofthefarm.ca.

MUSIC THE YOUNG ARTIST SERIES pre- Indoor rattan / hardwood LILAC AUCTION as part of the Inter- sents Bonnie Cooper and John Alac in an couch / rocker / armchair. national Lilac Association Convention, evening of Baroque arias with German, Needs repholstery, $400. Brocade par- hosted by Friends of the Farm, May 30 at A COMMON WEALTH OF SONG. French, English and Spanish songs. 650 lour chair, $50. Call Mary McEwen 2:30 p.m. Building 72, Arboretum, Cen- Coro Vivo Ottawa performs From Great Lyon Street. Admission $10, students Crook 613-233-0222 or e-mail crookz@ tral Experimental Farm. Free admission. Britain to Cape Breton, to benefit CHEO. $5, Friday, April 24 at 8 p.m. For more rogers.com. Plant list available. www.friendsofthe- May 1 and 2 at 8 p.m., St. Thomas the information: 613-236-0617 ext 30 or farm.ca. Apostle Church, 2345 Alta Vista Dr. www.glebestjames.ca. Tickets $20, students $10, available at Table, 30” x 48.5”, dark brown wood CD Warehouse, Leading Note, The Scot- grain, laminated with chrome legs. $100, LILAC TOUR, in the Ornamental tish and Irish Store or at the door. Call WANTED negotiable. Call 613-236-8759. Gardens with Friends of the Farm. Tours 613-841-3902 or visit www.corovivoot- on May 23 at 2 and 3 p.m. beginning tawa.ca DRIVER. The Glebe Centre Inc. is seek- at the Macoun Garden. Free parking ing a driver for a 14 passenger wheel- Washer and Dryer, both large at the Canadian Agriculture Museum. chair accessible van. Must have Class F capacity. Excellent condition, 14 years- Admission is free, donations gratefully BOWS FOR BUTTERFLIES BENE- license. Contact Janice Bridgewater at old, ideal for cottage or basement apart- accepted. www.friendsofthefarm.ca. FIT CONCERT for youth treatment 613-230-5730. ment. $125 for the pair. 613-233-2461. programs at the Royal Ottawa. Perform- ances by Stellae Boreales Violin En- MY KIDS FUNKY CLOSET KIDS semble and CBC radio’s Julie Nesrallah, ACCOMMODATION in the Glebe, Old FREE CONSIGNMENT SALE at the Glebe on May 8. Adults $50, students $25, ad- Ottawa South or Centretown for writer/ Community Centre. Sunday, April 19. vanced sales only. Refreshments begin researcher (now semi-retired). I’m quiet, Female cat, looking for new home. For more information please contact at 6 p.m. For tickets please call 613- clean, reliable, a non-smoker and an avid 14 month-old, playful, affectionate, Marlene at 905-580-1331 or by e-mail at 826-0825 or visit www.stellaeboreales. gardener. Good with housepets and glad medium haired tabby. All shots and [email protected]. ca/mentalhealth. For pre-concert dinner to lend a hand with light building main- spayed. Call 613-234-7698. reservations please call 613-271-1800. tenance (painting, washing windows, OTTAWA NEWCOMERS CLUB, yardwork). A large one-bedroom apart- ment (or one-bedroom with den) would Fireplace insert, 26.25” wide, invites you to the next monthly social Concerts-in-the-Glebe, pre- be ideal. Excellent references. May 1 or 18” deep, 22.5” high. In working order. event. Luncheon or dinner and speaker sents the piano duo of Catherine Donkin sooner. 613-234-9284. Call 613-237-7773. on the first Wednesday of each month. and Amélie Langlois. Sunday May 3 at Please call 613-860-0548 for details. 4 p.m., Glebe-St. James United Church, 650 Lyon Street. Admission $15, stu- Great Glebe Garage Sale – May 23, 2009 PLANT AND BAKE SALE at St. dents $7, donations welcome. For more Stephen’s Presbyterian Church, 579 information please call 613-236-0617 or Save 10% of your proceeds for the Ottawa Food Bank. Parkdale Avenue. May 9, 9 to 11 a.m. visit www.glebestjames.ca. Glebe Report April 17, 2009 43

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