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te0:::At glebe 1995 Septemberreport 15, Tony the elephant comes to the Glebe BY FAITH SCHNEIDER seeming "terribly fat" Tony looked An elephant goes like this and that just right for his age of 24 years. He's ten-ibly big and he's terribly fat He eats 450 pounds of grain and He has no fingers, he has no toes, hay a day, consumed in two meals, But goodness gracious what a nose! plus a snack. He ages like a human and will live as long, his trainer That children's rhyme didn't half told us. Tony was loaned for 10 say it as the Glebe was graced for days on contract from the Bow- the duration of the Central Canada manville Zoo near for an Exhibition with Tony, all 12,000 exhibit on transportation over the pounds of him, making his trek ages. along the canal from the Ex to the I visited this amazing "elephant welcoming waters of Dow's Lake. show" three times, the last on the When I first heard that Tony would Sunday the Ex ended. By the final be performing his ablutions every morning the crowd had increased morning at Dow's Lake my curiosity considerably, but still there was a was aroused. On the second morn- quality about witnessing this par- ing a small group of adults and ticular elephant in the setting of children watched this amazing water and trees which was magical. creature serenely loping along the People smiled at each other, there curved bike path, tusks, ears, pil- was a sense of something sacred lar legs and all. We were trans- happening here as we watched Tony fixed as Tony moved down the boat bathe, watched his trainer gently ramp into the deeper water. There call to him, gently climb on his Tony rises to the occasion, a post-dip shower by trainer Michael was laughter and a sense of joy back and lead him ashore and then Hackenburger. (Photo: Faith Schneider) watching this creature lunge and scrub him and shower him down. tip and spray and on occasion We even clapped on occasion. Life rhythms, and it was about a deep of witnessing this graceful creature trumpet his bliss. in the fast lane was not what this sense of wonder and respect. I sus- will "walk more gently on the I was impressed that far from was about, it was about life's pect all of us who had the privilege earth." "Adelaide St. len h isn't everything" Preview Glebe Centre's plan for new addition on October 3rd The Glebe Centre Inc is holding a needs of these individuals and Community Consultation Oppor- their caregivers. As well, it will tunity for community residents and recognize and serve the needs of members of the general public in- seniors whose language of comfort terested in learning about the is neither French nor English. planned development of a 70 bed For more information on this multicultural long-term-care fa- Community Consultation Oppor- cility adjacent to Abbotsford Se- tunity, please call 238-2727 ext. niors' Centre and the Glebe Centre 323. Residence. The Community Consultation Op- portunity will be held on Tuesday INS IDE October 3, from 5 pm to 7 pm in the Letters 5 Multi-Purpose Room on the main floor of Abbotsford Senior Centre, GNAG 6 954 Bank Street. GCA 8 Preliminary drawings and Photo: Lee Blue Adelaide St. residents enjoyed their first annual street Skate 10 party August 12th. sketches of the two story addition will be on display and the Project Capital Column 14 representatives BY LEE BLUE A big thanks to all residents and Manager, key staff and members of the Board of the Glebe Questions 17 Residents of Adelaide Street en- especially Mario Pontiroli for or- joyed an evening of fine food, funky ganizing the flrst annual Adelaide Glebe Centre will be available to Business News... 18,19 music and provide additional details and to fantastic company Au- Street Party. Mario sends his Arts 25 gust 12th. Neighbours brought ta- thanks to Dan Hotte and Loeb Glebe answer questions. bles, barbecues and pot luck food for their generous discount on gro- With this project, the Glebe Cen- Books 28 onto the decorated street which was ceries and supplies for the party. tre, continues a century old tradi- closed for the event. Activities Also thanks to Dave O'Malley for tion of providing high quality care included a water balloon toss, face creating street t-shirts with the and services to older persons in Quote of the month painting and chalk art displays. logo "Adelaide Street - Length isn't -Carleton. The 70 bed addi- The evening was topped off by live Everything." Watch for these col- tion includes a 33 bed special care You may be disappointed if you music performed by Debi Lambolen, lectors items on a Glebe Street near unit for persons with Alzheimer fail, but you are doomed if you Dan Dunlop, Jack Courville and Ken you. disease and related dementias don't try. Lauzon. which will address the urgent Beverly Sills NEWS Prof. Hilary Horan receives OCUFA teaching award the nominating students cite Hi- THE GLEBE lary's very high approval ratings on student evaluations across a wide range of courses. The criteria con- sidered for the award are many, BOOKSHOP including course instruction, con- sultation and advising, course de- sign, curriculum development and development of innovative teaching New Books materials. Hilary's students have consistently evaluated his perfor- General lnterest Books mance as superior in all these ar- eas. They often mention his en- Special Orders thusiasm for teaching, his innova- tive approach, creative use of re- sources and his ability to inspire Telephone: (613) 233-0021 779 Bank St. students to grow both intellectually Professor Hilary Horan and personally. His accessibility Fax: (613) 233-9959 Ottawa K1 S 3V5 BY JAN FRASER and dedication to his students were Hilary Horan, a longtime resident cause for Hilary to be regarded as a of the Glebe and an assistant pro- "mentor" to many. Twice he has fessor of Communications at the been voted "top teacher" by stu- University of Ottawa was recently dents in the Department of Com- r`L. selected to receive a teaching award munication. fl).111k from the Ontario Confederation of "I was honoured to receive that University Faculty Associations sort of recognition from my stu- (OCUFA). The OCUFA awards hon- dents," he said, "but to receive the our faculty members who have made OCUFA award as well is just won- significant contributions in the ar- derful." T. Zarkechvari NI.S. eas of instruction, teaching and As one former colleague writes, course development. Recipients "In addition to teaching and re- LANSDOWI\ E were honoured at a ceremony in _searching Professor loran plays Toronto on June 16. the absolutely crucial role in the ANIMAL HOSPITAL In its presentation of the award University of being an approach- CORNER OF BANK AÏ SUNNYSIDE OCUFA stated that "The fact that able, available and empathic guide. 281 SUNNYSIDE AVENUE Professor Horan was nominated by In the years 1 have known Professor PARKING AND EASY ACCESS his undergraduate students is more Horan I have observed countless 730-2460 than telling. He is the kind of students visit him in his office to Also available: House calls & Prescription Pet Food Mon.. Fri. 9 a.m. - 7 p.m teacher who changes the lives of discuss their worries and problems Sat 9 a.m. .4 p.m Sun. 10 a.m. - 3 p.m those around him - students, col- - students who look to him as a leagues and staff." counselor and friend." OCUFA spokesperson Glen Brown It is clear that this is a teacher says the organization received who cares about his students and is "reams" of letters from Dr. Horan's willing to work tirelessly to en- current and former students in courage academic and personal ex- support of his nomination for the cellence. As OCUFA states "a truly PAEDIATRIC award. Submissions included by exceptional teacher." Transportation survey for SPORTS CARE National Capital Region A sports medicine clinic for Regional transportation agencies collecting trip information for each are working together on a survey household member (i.e. origin, today's active youth designed to obtain local travel data destination, time of departure, rea- that will help plan future trans- son for travel, mode of transporta- Talh to someone ivho understands the needs portation facilities and services for tion), interviewers will also collect of competitive athletes, and specializes in the pedestrians, cyclists, transit users related demographic data (i.e. age, injuries commonly associated with youth and motorists. gender, number of vehicles) that and children in sport. play a role in defining a house- The 1995 Origin Destination Sur- LORRAINE HENDRY, physiotherapist vey will examine travel choices, hold's transportation needs. ADI Limited, a local transporta- DR. PEGGY BAXTER, orthopaedic surgeon patterns and habits of residents. DR. KATHY KEELY, paediatrician Similar surveys were most recently tion consulting firm, has been hired to develop and implement the CATHERINE O'HALLORAN, undertaken in 1977 and 1986. The sport nutritionist/dietitian updated information gathered will survey and gather results on behalf be used to guide the development of of transportation agencies on both Overuse problems transportation policies and pro- sides of the Ottawa River. Used for Knee pain & joint problems grams in the National Capital Re- statistical purposes only, all in- Underlying medical conditions: gion. formation will be kept strictly asthma, diabetes, eating disorders, menstrual problems Over the next four months, tele- confidential. Only the combined phone interviewers will complete results from an area will be exam- 562-5970 to 21,000 surveys of randomly se- ined determine travel patterns University of Ottawa 100 Marie Curie, Suite 200, lected households. In addition to associated with specific develop- Sports Medicine Centre Ottawa, Ontario KIN 6N5 September 15 1995 Glebe Report-2 ment patterns in the region. NEWS Scouts Canada 36th Ottawa Group registration BY DOUG SELLEY Cubs meet on Thursday evenings Registration for the 1995-96 sea- (7:00 to 8:30 p.m.) in Fraser Hall at son for the 36th Ottawa Beavers, the Church, 650 Lyon Street South. Cubs and Scouts was held on The Scouts meet in the gymnasium September 7th and 8th at Glebe-St. at Corpus Christi School, 157 James United Church. Fourth Avenue, Wednesdays (7:00 If you missed the registration to 9:00 p.m.) there is still an opportunity to en- roll. For further information call We are all looking forward to an- Doug Selley at 234-9274. other active and fun-filled year! The Beavers meet on Tuesday For further information please evenings (6:30 to 7:45 p.m.) and the call Doug Selley at 234-9274.

Photo: Rochelle Handelman Michael & Danny Handelman at tourney. Chess in the park for CHEO A BY ROCHELLE HANDELMAN After the competitors had each att Danny Handelman, a Grade 4 stu- played five games, starting at 11:00 eri dent at Turnbull School, and a.m. and finishing at 6:00 p.m., Mr. Michael Handelman, a Grade 7 stu- Hergott gave a simultaneous exhi- ge)De Planr"P dent also at Turnbull School, par- bition, pitting his skills against Nursery School ticipated in the First Annual Chess those of 21 other players at the in the on same time. Michael was to Park Fundraiser July 22. anxious Great program, happy children It was held at Minto Park on Elgin play the number 2 player in Street. The event raised more than Canada. The simultaneous started $500 for the Children's Hospital of at 6:30 p.m. and did not end until Licensed for 78 months to 5 year olds Eastern Ontario. 9:30 p.m. (2,3 and 4 half-days per week depending on child'sage) Thirty-four players participated Of 21 players who started out, including chess mas- Michael was international one of three left after For information, contact: ter Deen Hergott (ranked number 2 three hours of play. Eventually in Canada). Organizer Simon Michael did lose but it is to Anne Scotten at 231-2778 Perkins did a tremendous job in or- Michael's credit that he was able to or ganizing the event. His wife, Caro- keep up with Mr. Hergott for so Lisa Sletcher at 723-8067 line, though not a chess player, did long. contribute to the event by volun- CHESS WORKSHOPS teering to be the CHEO mascot and We will again wear their bear costume in 30+ de- offer chess gree heat. workshops for children starting in THE OTTAWASCHOOL OF Both Danny and Michael accumu- October at the Main Branch of the lated enough points in the children Ottawa Public Library and at the 12 Glebe Community Centre. If any Tv a under to speec category win some in association with The National Arts Centre En ish Theatre software generously donated by parents or children are interested COREL. In the Open section (over in finding out about opportunities 2000 point CFC rating), Mr. Hergott for learning and playing chess, Join 0.S.S.D..and be a part of the most please contact tied for first place with chessmas- Rochelle Handelman comprehensive theatre and speech art training ter Adam Littke, another Glebe at 234-4032 (home) or 951-2484 resident. (office). for children, youths and adults in the region.

FOR FALL REGISTRATION Glebe Singers welcome you & INFORMATION CALL: (613) 789-6999 BY NORA HAMMELL songs from musicals and maybe If y-ou like singing, you are wel- gospel songs. come to join the Glebe Singers. Choir members share the ex- That's all there is to it, really. No penses of the rehearsal space, bor- audition. No test. Just singing. rowing or buying sheet music, and You don't even have to live in the the accompanist. There are at least Glebe. two community concerts per year. An enthusiastic but committed Our Glebe Singers community choir group meets Wednesday nights from has been going for about four years. 7:45 to 10:00 pm in St. Giles Pres- I was pleased to find a group byterian Church at Bank and First which I could get into without any Avenue. You are welcome to come ordeals, but which takes its choir for an evening and see how you like sessions quite seriously, while ScissF it. Reading music isn't essential having fun. For me, the great plea- but is helpful. We work from sure of being in the choir is the written music and sing mostly learning and making of music Try Hair Studio works in four part harmony - so- it. You'll like it. You can call me prano, alto tenor, bass. The music (Nora Hammell 730-4992) or the 236-6408 851 Bank St (at Flfth Ave.) for each term includes a variety of choir director, Janice Gray (230- styles such as classical works, 6210), or just come on Wednesday. traditional folk songs, sometimes September 15 1995 Glebe Report-3 Views expressed in the Glebe Report are those of our contributors. EDITORIAL NOTES We reserve the right to edit all submissions. Fall routines beckon Here it is, September again, and so soon! It just seems like yesterday that we were saying good-bye to school and other routines and looking P.O. BOX 4794, STATION E forward to those endless summer days and the changes they always bring. OTTAWA, ONTARIO, K1S 5119 ESTABLISHED 1973 We welcome you all back to your and the many community activi- TELEPHONE 236-4955 ties and opportunities it offers you. Registration for Fall courses at the Glebe Community Centre is nearing completion. If you The Glebe Report is a monthly newspaper. We receive no government haven't registered yet, check it out. You may be lucky and flnd grants or subsidies. Advertising from Glebe and other merchants pays there is one last space in that class you wanted to take. our bills and printing costs. 6000 copies are delivered free to Glebe Many thanks and farewell to Pam Fletcher, the morning adult homes and copies are available at many Glebe shops. fitness teacher. All of her students wish her well. We'll miss you Pam! EDITOR: Inez Berg 233-6063 The Glebe Community Association welcomes your involvement ADVERTISING MANAGER: Meredith Olson 236-5967 They need block reps for their membership campaign September 30 BUSINESS MANAGER: Sheila Pocock-Brascoupé 233-3047 to October 10. See article on page 11 and the GCA column on page 8. CIRCULATION MANAGER: Christian Hurlow 238-3572 CO'VER STORY EDITORIAL ASSISTANT: Susan Jermyn As I photographed the Brown's Inlet ponds recently, little did I know that my efforts would converge with those of Glebe resident STAFF THIS ISSUE: Barbara Brocklebank, Sally Cleary, Anne Donaldson, and artist Jaya Krishnan who will hold an exhibit of 30 paintings Christian Hurlow, Sue Jermyn, Mary Kovacs Meredith Olson, Judy featuring Brown's Inlet in its park October lst. See page 25 story. Peacocke, Helen Samson I was documenting the difference in the two ponds. The west pond, COVER PHOTO: Inez Berg, Brown's Inlet, East Pond, September, 1995 under City of Ottawa auspices is clear while the east pond, maintained LEGAL ADVISERS: Russell Zinn, Peggy Malpass by the National Capital Commission, is well carpeted with yellow pond lilies. In his April 1995 Glebe Questions column Clyde Sanger DISTRIBUTION STAFF: Cheryl Casey, Courtright Family, Marjorie described the ongoing dialogue between nearby residents and the NCC, George, Geoffrey Gordon, Gary Greenwood, Carolyn Harrison, Brian and and the NCC's efforts to rid the pond of this fast spreading plant. As Marjorie Lynch, Deborah McNeill, Nadia Moravec and Peter Williams. our cover photo shows, the addition of another 2000 square metres of geotextile fabric earlier this year have not daunted our lilies. They in ADVERTISING RATES ARE FOR CAMERA-READY COPY. turn, have not daunted local fishermen, and have attracted artists over The Glebe Report is printed in Renfrew, Ontario by Runge Newspapers the summer as well. The plot (and the lily's growth) thickens. To be Inc. continued... In the meantime, come and enjoy Brown's Inlet October 1st The next Glebe Report will be out October 6. and one local artist's interpretation of its beauty. Monday, September 25 is our deadline AN ELEPHANT TALE for copy and advertising. While I missed seeing Tony the elephant this summer, (see page 1 story) many of you did not. He was clearly a hit with local residents. .0115.V.,11,11101,11/01/01,1111.W.P.1111,71,101,W1,1,1W,M1PAPAPII01,71,1 Thanks to Glynis Doorbar who also submitted a story and photo about Tony, and to several callers who reported his presence at Dow's Lake. 411EINESIMIlit'40,1700410.,16,11,4110111,....7...... 40.7.1017741.74.1174174,4041,416,11AM.67417 We appreciate your news, photos, letters and comments.

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With thanks TOMMY HILFIGER The Tommy Hilfiger Fall Collection has now arrived at Bucldands. Just one of the many great lines available at Ottawa's reason to visit the Glebe. BUCKLANDS FINE C I. OTIIIN 722 Bank Street (Bank at First) 238-2020 Free Parking

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September 15 1995 Globe Report-5 GLEBE NEIGHBOURHOOD ACTIVITIES GROUP 690 Lyon StPeet GNAG NEWS Ort46,,, Ontario 1.15 3Z9 Tel 564-1056 GNAG fall offerings BY CLARA HIRSCH dren enjoy a delicious and nutri- By the time this reaches your tious snack from The Pantry. Pre- homes you will be in the throes of registration is required at the Who are we? organizing frenzy. September is in Glebe Community Centre, 564- We are a church where many ways the true 1058. new year. The THE PANTRY Everyone is Welcome start of school, registration for The Pantry re-opened on We include all ages, cultures and courses, and work load reaches full September 6th. It is open Monday backgrounds, newcomers capacity as everyone returns from through Friday from 12:00 Noon to and summer holidays. To meet the 3:00 p.m. longtime residents. challenge of new beginnings GNAG REGISTRATION We believe that life has an is offering fall programming to suit Registration for fall programmes important spiritual dimension and every age group and interest. began Monday September llth 8:00 we are seeking a faith to live by. AFTER FOUR SPACES a.m. - 8:00 p.m. and is ongoing. AVAILABLE Flea Market registration is on There are spaces available in the Wednesday September 20th 7:00 - After Four programme. Every af- 8:30 p.m. We worship Sundays at 9:30 am. (Hall) and 11:00 am. (Sanctuary) ternoon, experienced, trained staff YOUTH CAFÉ offer a wide variety of active games, The Youth Café is open every Fri- crafts, Glebe-St. James United Church special theme days, drama, day evening from 7:00 - 12:00 p.m. and sports. Upon arrival, the chil- All teens are welcome. 650 Lyon St. at First Ave. 236-0617 a contemporary church worshipping an eternal God

ForYour Information: Church Programs . . . Worship - a message, Sunday School thought-provoking good music and time to reflect Ages 3-13 Children come to about ourselves and our world. Worship at 11:00 and then go to Home their classes Christian Ethics Series iiIt How do we as Christians live an hardware Teddy Bears' Picnic ethical life in the 90's? Today, we Dinosaur Sleepover live in a pluralistic society. How Services We Offer.. for children Grades 1-6; June 15 do we decide what is right from a Christian perspective? Confirmation Classes Glass CuttingPaint Mixing for people ages 14 and up who Each Sunday in November at II am. our worship will focus on Window & Screen Repairs would like to explore their faith ethical issues, such as: Delivery ServiceAKey Cutting Service Youth Group euthanasia Sharpening ServiceCarpet Cleaner Rental ages 13-18 who meet regularly wars & peace and do Spreaders, Rollers, & Wheelbarrow Rental special events social responsibility. Hand Truck & RentalSpecialty Glass Mirror Worship Drama Group Join us for these vital topics! B.B.Q. Parts Special Order Chrysalids (Young Adults) Gift & Wedding Registry gif) ages 19-35 who meet regularly :1\ - for friendship and discussion STORE HOURS 234 - 6353 MON-WED 8:30 AM TO 6 PM Roots & Wings THURS & FRI 8:30 AM TO 9 PM an evening group for women, SAT 8:30 AM TO 6 PM about women SUN 11 AM TO 5 PM United Church Women (UCW) Music at Glebe-St James BANK STREET AT SECOND AVE daytime and evening units Enjoy a rich musical life with singing opportunities in four Marriage Enrichment choirs, congregational hymn a weekend retreat to strengthen sings, and musical: Volunteers needed at your marriage relationship The WeIVLa source SENIOR CHOIR Newcomers Class SUNSHINE CHOIR (grades K-2) The Well/La Source offers a Day for people interested in finding Program for women. Volunteers are JUNIOR CHOIR (grades 3-6) out more about their faith, the needed to help prepare the VOLUNTEER INTERMEDIATE CHOIR (gr 7+) program's noon time Christian faith and our Church meal. CENTRE New members always welcome. A commitment of one day a week OF OTTAwA-CARLEToN Brian Cameron 236-0617 from 9:30 AM to 1:00 PM is Learn new skills, Sparks, Brownies, Guides required. The Well/La Beavers, Cubs, Source is gain valuable Scouts Ifynm 'Festival- Oct. 1 located in St. John's Anglican experience and Church on the corner of Elgin and make an impact. Somerset Street. For information Call today. The please call the Volunteer Co- Volunteer Centre, wekome home to your church ordinator, Mary at 594-8861. 789-4876 September 15 1995 Glebe Report-6 NEWS Vandalism at Glebe Memorial Park GLEBE NORTH NEIGHBOURHOOD WATCH is a message The following special drinking parties that have taken NOTICE OF MEETING from a member of the Glebe North place in the park. Neighbourhood Watch which Consumption of alcohol in City of FOR ALL BLOCK CAPTAINS appeared in their September Ottawa parks is prohibited. Efforts newsletter. to stop gatherings before they get Monday September 25 Throughout the year Glebe underway would significantly re- a t Memorial Park is the location of duce the vandalism. As members of Glebe Community Centre, 2nd floor many pleasant times for the chil- the Glebe North Neighbourhood 7:00 .m. dren and adults in our neighbour- Watch we should be phoning the hood. The play structures, water Ottawa Carleton Regional Police play area and playing field, as well Service and reporting these parties as the skating rink in the winter when we see them starting. The Community Police Centre months, are a valuable asset to our police have a good record of re- community. sponding promptly to such calls welcomes volunteers Unfortunately not everyone fre- and the parties are broken up with- In the spring of 1995 the District Prevention Officer - Cst. Mike quenting the park uses it with care. out incident. 1 Community Police Centre re-lo- McMurchy. Some of us living in close proximity Should you have any observations, cated to 277 Bank Street, at the They would like to be able to op- to the park have observed various concerns or suggestions regarding corner of Bank and Somerset erate the centre for longer hours types of rowdy behaviour and van- the use and care of Glebe Memorial streets. and if more civilian volunteers and dalism such as: Park please let them be known. The staff become available the hours The burning of a bed mat- next meeting of the Glebe North Currently the Centre's hours of will be subject to change. tress beneath the wooden play Neighbourhood Watch is September operation are from 9:00 AM to 5:00 The Centre has engravers avail- structure. 25 at 7 pm at the Glebe Community PM, Monday through Friday. The able for public use to mark valu- Shingles being torn off and Centre. office is staffed by police and ables. They must be reserved ahead thrown from the roof of the skating civilian volunteers. and, when borrowed they must be hut. The Police staff are: District returned within 48 hours. Graffiti written on the Sergeant - Sgt. Bill Shepherd, Volunteers at the centre can pro- skating hut and play structures. Ed. Note: Centre Officer - Cst. Jiidy Sadaka, vide home and business security Consumption of alcohol by All Glebe residents who live near Centre Field Officer - Cst. Gerry evaluations on request. Evaluations adults and minors. parks in the Glebe should take note Kinnear, Sparks St. Officer - Cst. take about half an hour and must be Most of the vandalism occurs of the above advice. The Ottawa- Gilbert Bastine, Bank St. North scheduled. during the summer months and the Carleton Police Services number is Officer - Cst. Lew Hogan, Bank St. For information on the Centre, or most serious damage seems to occur 236-0311. North Officer - Cst. Gary to volunteer, please drop in or tele- during Friday and Saturday night Schuiteboer, and District 1 Crime phone 236-0311, Ext. 804, & 805 (31cbc apothecarg 778 Bank Street (Between Second & Third) Store Hours: Mon - Wed 9am to 6pm / Thurs & Fri 9am to 9pm / Sat 9am to 6pm / Open every Sunday Noon tin Spm / Tel: 234-8587 Fax: (613) 236-0393

KNOWLEDGE IS Location: 780 Bank Street, second floor above An alternative solution to a the Glebe Apothecary. Access is limited to Winter Cold THE BEST those who can clirnb one flight of stairs. RSVP: 234-8587 - Daytime. After hours leave ECHINAFORCE MEDICINE a message on our answering service. Janeson Helps relieve cold A.Voget Registration will be limited to the first 25 peo- Natural') Sources symptoms! is more essential to the proper use ple for the first seminar. All those who attend Echinalorce... a most complete & Etifirtafons- Mothingof medication than your lcnowledge. The will receive a gift from the Glebe Apothecary. ATTENTION - JAMIESON betza pharmacists at Glebe Apothecary want you to effective Echinacea f4ertoe Don't keep your medication concerns VITAMIN FANS better understand that your medications are Extract "Bottled Up". Plan to attend our seminar. only effective when you leam how to use Exclusive at Glebe Our Glebe Apothecary Apothecary Join the NEW everyday low price gets them, what they are for, their potential interac- ANOTHER SERVICE TO THE even better with this coupon tions with food or other drugs (prescription or COMMUNITY FROM THE GLEBE "J" CLUB for Healthy non-prescription) and more. When you, under- APOTHECARY DEDICATED TO MEETING Rewards SAVE $1.00 stand these things you are then empowered to PATIENT'S NEEDS. Club members receive a Jamieson Reward With this coupon pay only 100 mL your 50mL. $10.99 take medications under the most optimal of their choice after purchasing any 10 100 mL $18.99 1111,111»mlikt. conditions to maximize the benefits of those Jamieson Products. For more information Coupon expires Oct. 31/95 =NM medications and under the safest conditions. Attention Glebe and a membership appli- Glebe Apothecary will be holding a work- & Ottawa South cation visit the Glebe shop/seminar on THE SAFE AND RESPON- Apothecary soon. Save SERVICES & PRODUCTS WE OFFER Sfl3LE USE OF MEDICATION. We invite Senior Citizens on all Jamieson prod- AT THE GLEBE APOTHECARY ucts. See your recent you to come and learn why KNOWLEDGE IS Your invited to a Glebe Apothecary Birkenstock Sandals Brito Water VAL-PAK mailing THE BEST MEDICINE. It will include a brief Filters Low Cost - Reverse Osmosis Information Seminar & Workshop. for valuable coupons video presentation followed by a question and Pure Water Photo Finishing KNOWLEDGE IS THE BEST MEDICINE on Jamieson branded answer session followed by refreshments. Vitamins Minerals Dietary Wednesday September 27/95 products. Supplements Toms of Maine Mill We hope this will be the first of many seminars Time: 7:30 Jamieson Vitamins... Creek Homeopathy Herbs for so we would like to limit attendance to seniors Location: 780 Bank Street - 2nd Floor your Inner g'elf Free Prescription Pickup & Delivery Natural Health Care Free Blood Pressure Testing this time. above the Glebe Apothecary. since 1922. Confidential Consultation/Counselling Date: Wednesday, September 27/95 Access limited to those who cari climb Egnel Ameda Breast Pump Rental Time 7:30pm one flight of stairs Sun Core Products and plenty more.

September 15 1995 Glebe Report-7 GCA Renew your membership in Community Assoc'n ensures that we as a community like to be part of the GCA Environ- POLICE SERVICE BOARD have a strong voice with the various ment Committee or if you have ideas GRANTS levels of government and of environmental projects or ini- There is an opportunity to apply bureaucracies that we are faced tiatives that could be undertaken for a grant to support a project that within the nation's capital. To join for other parts of our community fosters safety and security of peo- in as a block rep. or for more please call John Zvonar at 232- ple and property; or safeguards By information about membership 9155. fundamental rights; or increases G.C.A. please read GCA Vice president BEAUTIFUL KILLER understanding of the needs of vic- President Valerie Swinton's article in this On September 1, an experiment to tims of crime etc. The project Diane control Purple Loosestrife in the application must outline the ben- McIntyre issue of the Glebe Report. Members are welcome to attend any GCA Dow's lake area began with the re- efits to the O-C Regional Police and This summer our community bid meeting and are urged to attend the lease of 300 mated pairs of a tiny the community. If you have an in- fond farewell to a number of won- Annual General Meeting. European beetle by bio-control sci- spiration for a project that could derful community minded people ENVIRONMENT entists from the University of increase the sense of security or who moved or transferred to new Our planet faces constant chal- Guelph. We will track their find- safety in our community or for any communities, other cities or over- lenges to its ecosystems. The GCA's ings and keep you posted on the re- group in our community and want seas - we'll miss them dearly. We Environment Committee looks for sults. Loosestrife is pretty but it GCA involvement please contact me greet new neighbours who moved ways to preserve the health and unfortunately is an invasive mono- at 234-6418. into the Glebe this summer and all natural beauty of our community. culture, with no natural enemies in of the students returning to uni- The Committee is looking for new North America, that has taken over TRAFFIC versities this fall. My hope is that members to address issues ranging many swamps and ponds. George Riding a bicycle from the Glebe to each of you will feel welcomed by from preservation of green space, Falconer's article in this issue either Carleton University or this Glebe community and that you air and water quality, recycling, to provides further information on the Brewer Park via Bronson Avenue is hazardous. Riding will join the GCA in actively caring bicycle and pedestrian paths. experiment. already very for our neighbourhood. If you're The Canadian Wildlife Federation from the Glebe to Glashan Junior CENTRAL PARK PLANTING OCT. 14 wondering how you can be involved has asked that all new growths of High School or to downtown busi- read on - One very successful GCA project Loosestrife be reported to them by nesses is also treacherous. The MEMBERSHIP has involved neighbours and fax at 721-2902 or by mail to 2740 GCA is watching anxiously for any The Annual GCA membership friends of Central Park in spring Queensview Drive, Ottawa K2B 1A2. proposals by the Region that might drive will start September 30 and and fall planting and maintenance For more information contact Ducks suggest expansion of the Airport we hope will wrap up October 10. efforts to restore the park. Please Unlimited, the Canadian Wildlife Parkway or Bronson Avenue that, Please welcome your neighbourhood join us on Saturday October 14th service or Agriculture Canada. would have negative implications block rep when he or she calls on for the next work party date in These organizations encourage for cyclist and pedestrian safety. you to join. Membership is still Central Park (more details in the people to pull out and burn any John Kane, GCA Vice president and only $3.00 per household and next Glebe Report). If you would Purple Loosestrife growing on their Traffic Rep is interested in having property. input on issues that concern you COMMUNITY SAFETY with respect to traffic, parking, bi- Your watchfulness and quick call cycles and pedestrians. 50F51IKIDZ-111VERNO to alert police of break-ins or sus- picious loiterers could protect yo-ur PLEASE JOIN US neighbours from the trauma of home GCA meetings are held on the Top Quality, Service break-in, invasion of privacy, loss fourth Tuesday of each month at of personal goods, and the subse- 7:30 pm in the Upper Meeting Room & Selection quent financial impacts of higher at the Glebe Community Centre. insurance deductibles and premi- Please feel free to call me (234- ums. 6418) prior to these meetings with TOTS TO Please be watchful neighbours any items that you would like the TEENS and help protect our neighbour- GCA to address. All are welcome. hood. Many Brand Names Including: Esprit Mexx Hiverna Robinson Avoid all body Manhatten contact. In-Store Specials The average mini-van weighs over 3,500 lbs., while Adult Outerwear & Sportswear the average pedestrian tips the scales at around 150 lbs. before breakfast. So if the two collide, which one do 150 Robertson Road you think would suffer more damage? (Bells Corners White Rose Plaza) Drive Slower. Drive Smarter. *40 828-0985 10/ Ottawa-Carleton September 15 1995 Globe Report-8 NEWS Purple Loosestrife the beautiful killer BY GEORGE FALCONER Canada staff, voluntary experimen- tion at Dows Lake attended by Glebe Known to botanists as Lythrum tal cutting of seedpods was tried to Community Association and Dows salica ria, the alien weed Purple see if the spread could be retarded. Lake Residents Association repre- Loosestrife, originally brought It was soon apparent that more ef- sentatives, Cam Robertson and my- from Europe, has no native natural ficient methods would be needed. self, along with representatives enemies in Canada and as a result On September 1st 1995 a new from the Canadian Wildlife Service, has aggressively invaded much of battle in the war against the weed Parks Canada, NCC and Agriculture the wetland areas of eastern North at Dows Lake commenced. The se- Canada. Within seconds of their America and is now spreading into cret weapon - bio-control! Three release the little brown beetles, Galerucella larva (top) & adult Galerucella, the West. It forms dense stands of hundred mated pairs of a European measuring about 5 millimeters (bottom) about 7X spectacular purple flowers in beetle, called Galerucella pusilla, long, started munching on the natural size marshes and along the shores of which lives almost entirely on leaves. During winter they will the beetles. The shores of Dows Lake and the lakes and rivers. Nothing stands in Purple Loosestrife leaves, were re- take refuge in the ground, becoming its way and eventually it com- Rideau Canal, extending from the leased at Dows Lake. Canadian and active in mid May. Each of the 300 Fletcher pletely obliterates the native American scientists have studied Wildlife Gardens at female beetles is capable of laying Hartwell Locks, the plants and wildlife filling up once Purple Loosestrife in its native Eu- Experimental 500 eggs. The larvae hatch in a Farm Arboretum to Dows Little diverse wetlands with a continuous ropean habitats, where it is con- week and also feed on the leaves Swamp near Queen monoculture. Because it is so trolled by a range of natural Elizabeth Drive, taking about six weeks to develop are a precious striking when in full bloom, some predator insects so that it does not environmental asset as mature beetles. As a single adjacent to our people are not aware of or overlook cause havoc with the ecology. These community which Loosestrife can produce 2.5 million will always need the menace it represents to native beetles have been reared in labora- vigilant protection seeds, it is hoped that the beetles from both species and it has even been inten- tories and released in selected human and natural dis- will thrive and multiply. turbances. Let's hope that both tionally introduced into a few Glebe Loosestrife areas to evaluate their The possible impact of the beetle gardens! About 190,000 hectares effectiveness in controlling the Galerucella and we humans do our on native species related to the jobs well. of ecologically valuable wetlands problem. Some of the results at 60 Loosestrife is a cause of concern to are lost to the weed each year with test sites so far in Canada and oth- some. Researchers have carefully an estimated economic impact of ers in the United States are very studied this and other possible $45 million. In 1991 GCA members promising. While it will be prob- disadvantages, concluding that living near Dows Lake became con- ably impossible to eradicate the Galerucella can fully develop only cerned about the Loosestrife men- weed, there is reasonable hope that by feeding on the Purple ace along the shores and inlets of the enormous damage it does can be Loosestrife as its host plant and the Lake, including Dows Little reduced. that the two related native plants Swamp, a favourite spot for nature James Corrigan, a bio-control sci- are much more threatened by study. With the full approval and entist from the University of habitat displacement by purple active participation of Parks Guelph, was in charge of the opera- loosestrife than they might be by The PHASE °Difference All Phase 2 Clothing is Phase 2 buyers select Before being dis- purchased outside the each item individually played in the store area. "You'll never for the store; only Phase 2 merchandise purchase an item your quality brand name is professionally neighbour previously and designer label cleaned for your owned." clothing is presented assurance. for your choice.

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Septerrber 15 1995 Glebe Report-9 SKATE'S BEAT Introducing "Change for the Better" now the individual may become Don't give spare change. more aggressive when asking for If you are accosted by an ag- spare change. When someone who gressive panhandler, call police at has lived in an area for over forty 236-0311. Make sure you provide a years becomes intimidated to the detailed description of the per- point where they cross the street son(s). specifically to avoid a potential ASK SKATE confrontation with an intoxicated My purpose has always been to panhandler, the issue must be ad- become more involved with the con- dressed. cerns of the Community I patrol. I feel the answer is not so much The Glebe Report has been an ex- the police laying charges under the "NO PANHANDLING" cellent medium tq give advice on By Sr.Cst. Gary Schuiteboer begging by-law. Often, after going the different subjects that involve Occasionally I am asked to re- to court, the convicted person, who the police and the Community. If place officers with the Community must pay a small fine, can be found "PAS DE MENDIANT" you have a concern you think could Police Centre at 277 Bank Street outside the court house begging for be of interest to others, stop me on when they are on holidays or have money in order to pay the fine. Smile, say sorry and walk on. the street or write to Skate's Beat, other commitments. One recent day Public education is the way to go to Suggest contacting one of the c/o the Ottawa Carleton Police, there, after writing up a police re- solve this social problem. social agencies listed on the back of Community Services, 474 Elgin St., port I looked out the window and Constable Carl Suri is a major this pamphlet. Ottawa, K2P 2J6. to the observed what has become a very contributor to a problem solving Say you have contributed So until next time...see you on the common sight on our city streets. initiative called "Change For the "Change For The Better" program. beat! Directly across the street a small Better." The program consists of FOR THE GLEBE AREA FOR A elderly woman was approached by plastic SELECTED CRIME STATISTICS collection boxes located at FOUR WEEK PERIOD ENDING AUGUST 16TH 1995 an individual who I know to be a local retail shops. These collection most persistent panhandler. In re- boxes allow individuals who want to Area Area Area Area to his sponse outstretched hand and help people who live on the street One Two Three Four request for spare change, the lady an opportunity to contribute their Break Enter Commercial 2 1 2 0 reached into her hand bag and spare change. They will know that five bill. She brought out a dollar their contribution will not go to Break Enter Residential 4 2 1 1 placed the fiver in his large hand, purchase alcohol or drugs but to then reached up and gave him a hug support professionals "who are on Theft over $1000 0 0 0 before she continued on her way. I the streets helping panhandlers 21 16 27 2 could do nothing but watch in dis- link up with food, shelter, clothing, Theft under $1000 may. addiction counselling and deter- Theft of Motor Vehicle 3 2 1 0 Begging or "panhandling" for mining what is needed." With each money is against municipal by- plastic contribution box there are Robbery 0 0 0 0 laws, but before an officer can lay a pamphlets that explain the program In A Place" "Begging Public charge to the contributor, and cards list- Setting a Fire 0 0 0 0 he/she must either have a com- ing the free services that provide plainant who is willing to go to assistance that can be given to pan- Indecent Act 0 0 1 0 court to give evidence that an indi- handlers. vidual was begging the OW I N.!, WAY for money or You might have noticed the "No officer must actually hear the re- Panhandling" sign that I created to quest for money from the panhan- supplement Cst. Suri's "Change For dler. A begging charge falls into The Better" program. You will find the summary conviction offence these signs in the category. windows or at the cash registers of the various Beyond explaining that panhan- stores in the Glebe. The sign was dling for money is against the law, RIDEAU created to educate the public that CANAL there is another reason why I was such a practice is not acceptable. upset that this kind hearted woman If you want to help, then help in a gave her money away. Each year more direct manner. Give to an or- one or more of my regular street ganization that provides assistance people dies because of alcohol or EU PU J to street people. Although the CANA, drug induced accidents or diseases. older woman who gave that five Over 76% of all money collected dollar bill meant well, she only through panhandling goes to helped the man to buy yet another support a drug or alcohol addiction. bottle of booze, not seek help. Although this That woman really same five dollars could have pur- believed that she was helping the chased a blanket at one of the VPrackoor panhandler, she was actually shelters or some food to be dis- supporting his very unhealthy tributed at local food banks or to lifestyle. I know from personal purchase and distribute the -at cm experience boots that his lifestyle for the cold winter soon to be with included excessive consumption of us. For 2 to 6 yearoas alcohol in its many forms. Along There are some suggestions on the A creative prognus to foster thz (ove cf music with the traditional cheap wine "Change For the Better" pamphlet to and deverap the inate abirsty of aff cfdarrn.. purchased from the liquor store, he follow when responding to panhan- has also included mouthwash, rub- dlers. When a panhandler con- bing alcohol and a high salt content fronts you, if you feel uncomfort- fie; A[taVuta cooking wine in his many drinks of able, don't argue, simply walk on. 739-7531 choice. Once a bottle is consumed If you feel confident, try one of the panhandling will continue. only these: September 15 1995 Glebe Report-10 N EWS GCA membership campaign 95 (1410 FOR YOUR ONE STOP SHOPPING IN THE GLEBE

BY VAL SWINTON membership strengthens the INNIS S PHARMACY Association's credibility when Neighbours will be knocking on (AT SECOND AVENUE) your door between September 30 making representations on behalf of 769 BANK ST. and October 10 asking you to renew the Glebe. TEL.: 235-1377 FAX.: 235-1460 your membership to the Glebe The Membership Campaign Community Association. We Committee is always in need of REMEMBER to pick up your free copy of encourage you to give them a warm volunteer "Block Representatives" "Family Health Care Counselor", our new/etter. Filled with In Store Specials. welcome and to press upon them the who canvass one side of the block great health care advice and September's $3 membership fee. on or near the one where they live. The Association is run by a board If you can spare 2-3 hours between Sensodyne Tooth Paste of volunteers who work on behalf of September 30 and October 10, we JAMIESON 100 ml $4.29 all Glebe residents. The GCA would be delighted to hear from Super Vita-Vim addresses such issues as city you! Kodak Photo zoning and If your Block Representative $10.99 90 tabs budget priorities, Special development, traffic and parking, misses you when he or she calls, Vitamin E 2nd and community safety. During the you can join or renew your Sept 13-17 400 IU Bonus 120's $7.99 prints free past year the GCA also sponçored membership at the main desk of the set pf candidates meetings during Glebe Community Centre. Vitamin C municipal, provincial and federal Note that membership in the 500 mg Bonus 120's BACK To SCHOOL IS election campaigns. The Great Glebe Community Association is not $3.99 HARD ENOUGHI Glebe Garage Sale is a widely a membership in the Glebe GET AND A+ WITH SKIN CARE recognized event organized by your Community Centre or the Glebe Glebe Community Association. Neighbourhood Activities Group. Advil Clearasil Face Wash 200 ml The GCA reports back to the The Centre is a public city- Caplets or tablets 24's or Clearasil Creme 30 gms facility open to everyone $2.79 each community via a monthly column in operated 0. $4.99 the Glebe Report. Board meetings in the community. GNAG is a and group who organizes are open to Glebe residents volunteer These prices are in effect until September 30th, 1995 take place the fourth Tuesday of primarily recreational activities SINCE THE TURN OF THE CENTURY -MIS HAS BEEN each month (except July, August out of the Centre. A PHARN1AC and December) at 7:30 pm at the Our GCA Membership 95 co- OPEN: WE ACCEPT: Glebe Community Centre. ordinators are: Martine Bresson MON-THURS 8:30-6:00 PM VISA 8:30-7:00 PM MASTERCARD Membership in the GCA gives (230-9489), Kathryn Bradford FRIDAY DEBIT CARDS SATURDAY 9:00-6:00 PM & MAJOR DRUG PLANS each of us a stronger voice on (238-4159), Valerie Swinton (230- CLOSED SUNDAY TO ALLOW STAFF FAMILY TIME community issues. A large 6442).

Dr. Richard Seccombe and Associates are pleased to announce the opening of Glebe Pet Hospital 591 Bank Street, Ottawa (just south of Queensway) 233-8326 For appointments or enquries Monday-Friday until 7 p.m. Saturday 10 a.m. -2 p.m. Formerly operating as Glebe Pet Service, we have been in the Glebe Area since 1986. Now as a full service veterinary facility we have expanded to serve our clients/patients better .

Sept enter 15 1995 Glebe Report-11 NEWS Join Ardbrae Dancers LOEB 754 !ank Street Students,Wekome Back! We look forward to serving you

BY DON PRICE enjoyable, thanks to the friendly, If you Want to do something this encouraging atmosphere, and to the fall that will reduce your stress etiquette which requires a change level, let you forget about work for of partner after each dance. two and a half hours, and provide Mondays, after instruction we LARGE DELUXE, you with great exercise, try Scot- team up with the intermediates to 14" REGULAR CRUST tish Country Dancing with the Ard- dance, so we can see what it should brae Dancers. look like. Besides weekly lessons Scottish country dancing is for there are monthly social dances for anyone who wants to have fun. It all levels. A Beginners' Ball is lets you know that you are never held in the Spring. At the Ardbrae 5.99 perfect...but who wants to be. You Ball in January, I gather the kilts don't need to have any previous are flying. Give the Ardbrae dancing experience. Ardbrae Dancers a reel this fall. teachers excel at leading novices A free TRIAL CLASS will be held Open 7 Days a Week into this new world with a new lan- Monday, September 18, 7:30-10:30 guage. They casually throw out pm at Glashan Public School, 28 Friday: 8:00 a.m. 10:00 words like 'cast off or 'turn your Arlington Avenue. Please wear flat Monday to to p.m. first corner.' You will be confused soft-soled shoes. and frustrated at times but feel REGULAR CLASSES for all levels Saturday: 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. good at the end of each night. By start Monday Sept. 25, 7:30 - 10:00 Christmas you'll have developed pm at Glashan P.S. Sunday: 9:00 am. to 8:00 p.m. confidence. MONTHLY SOCIALS are held on Ardbrae welcomes single people Saturdays. For information call as well as couples. Tony Lambert, at 737-6335 or Ellen Meeting new people is easy and Katic at 232-4685. Maximize Your CARLETON UNIVERSITY Severance Income STUDENTS ARE

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Sept ember 15 1995 Glebe Report-12 NEWS THE NEW ONTARIO GOVERN- training. As most readers know, MENT OBE trustee report Richard lives in the Glebe and his The education community is wife, is an 013E teacher at Hopewell and Marjorie George and awaiting announcements Penny, from the First Avenue. JoAnn Mallory at Lady Evelyn. new Ontario Conservative Govern- 1995-1996 SCHOOL YEAR CO-OPERATIVE VENTURES ment. School boards can and must save Many readers will be interested The School Board Reduction Task in the following key dates in the dollars through sharing of services. Force, established in February As of this September, the OBE and OBE school year: 1995, will have submitted propos- FALL TERM the Ottawa Roman Catholic Separate als by the time this article is pub- By Fri. Dec. 22 School Board have begun to inte- Last day of term. lished new OBE WINTER TERM on school board bound- grate busing. Initially, this in- Trustee IL Mon. Jan. 8 First day of term aries for the province. It is almost volves twelve schools in the north- Lynn Thurs. June 27 Last day of term certain a number of amalgamations east sector, seven from the OBE and Graham HOLIDAY BREAK will be recommended. five from the ORCSSB. This will OTTAWA BOARD OF EDUCATION Mon. Dec. 25/95 - Fri. Jan. 5/96 School councils should provide mean fewer buses on neighbourhood ZONE 9 SCHOOLS MARCH BREAK an opportunity for increased com- streets! As well, the six school As a new I school year begins, Mon. Mar. 11/96 to Fri. Mar 15/96 munity participation in education. boards in Ottawa-Carleton have re- wish all our students I Are success. am inclusive. schools to proceed with setting cently entered into an agreement to fortunate to be SCHOOL HOLIDAYS able to work with a them up? Are there guidelines? use the same courier company. most capable group of principals Thanksgiving Day Oct. 9/95 The NDP government said grad- HOPEWELL RENOVATION and school advisory chairs in the Good Friday Apr. 5/96 uation requirements would be re- Funds have been approved for the Glebe, Old Ottawa South and Ottawa Easter Monday Apr. 8/96 vised so that students entering architect to draw up detailed de- East. The principals are Graham Victoria Day May 20/96 Grade 9 in September 1996 could sign plans for the Hopewell reno- Thompson at Glebe Collegiate, John PROFESSIONAL ACTIVITY complete high school after DAYS four vation. Subject to budget approval, Loucks at First Avenue, Pat Hendry years. Is the Harris According to practice, the school government construction should take place in at Mutchmor, Margaret Dempsey at going to adopt this plan? the No year consists of 194 days, 185 of 1996-1997 school year. Hopewell and Susanne Lutch at John Snobelen, the new Minister decision has been taken as to where them instructional days and 9 pro- Lady Evelyn. A decade ago, I had of Education, has stated that his the will be for fessional activity days. In the ele- students relocated the privilege of getting to know government will review the neces- that year. mentary schools, the P.A. days are John Loucks when he was principal sity of Junior Kindergarten. FOR INFORMATION as follows: Sept. 29/95, Oct. 27/95, of Hopewell. I am looking forward to dis- I encourage all residents of the The school parent advisory chairs Nov. 23 & 24/95, Feb. 23/96, Mar. cussing education issues with Dal- Glebe and Dow's Lake to contact me for 1995-1996 are Sheila Selley 29/96 and June 26 & 27/96. In the ton McGuinty and Richard Patten, if I can be of assistance. Lynn Gra- and Shanti Inman at Glebe Colle- secondary schools, the 2 system- Members of the Ontario Legislature ham, Trustee, OBE Zone 9,c/o 330 giate, Maha Zayed at First Avenue, wide P.A. days are Feb. 23/96. The for Ottawa South and Ottawa Centre, Gilmour Street, Ottawa, Ont., K2P other 7 Deborah Hanscom and Eleanor are decided at the individ- respectively. Richard is the Lib- 0P9, Tel. 730-3366, Fax. 730-3589, Crowder at Mutchmor, Jeff Hume at ual school level. eral Party critic for education and Freenet: [email protected]

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September 15 1995 Glebe Report-13 CAPITAL COLUMN Come to budget 196 September meeting hour time limit on Bank Street CATCH BASIN GRATES of town and not able to return in parking meters from Chamberlain If you travel down a street that time for the memorial service, I was to Holmwood. I am hoping the has undergone sewer work, you may heartened to know that so many of changes will be in place by early notice the new catch basin grates, his friends and former constituents October. which are shaped like a fish. Catch were in attendance. My thanks to CARLETON U. By ORIENTATION basins pick up storm water and Inez Berg for her thoughtful Carleton University students are editorial on Cou ncillor melted snow from the roadway, and Howard and his back for another school year, and I send it untreated, to a nearby wa- accomplishments. Jim Watson am pleased to announce that this terway. ROAD RECONSTRUCTION year's Orientation and Panda Game A few years ago, the Girl Guides By the time you read this, road went very smoothly. Thank BUDGET '96 you to of Canada undertook a project to construction on Third Avenue may the members of the Uni- have The City of Ottawa has released Carleton paint fish near catch basins, to begun. The project was de- versity Community the draft 1996 Budget Guideline, a Relations make people aware that anything layed because City staff had to get Committee who worked throughout approval for the sewer preliminary budget document. In they pour down a catch basin goes reconstruc- the summer to ensure that the suc- tion from the provincial preparation for City Council's bud- directly into our rivers, often Ministry of cess of this year's Orientation the Environment. get deliberations in December, I killing our fish. Week. Because cooler weather is ap- will hold a public meeting on Based on this idea, the City has 1995 CENTRAL CANADA designed a new catch proaching, reconstruction of Fourth Thursday, September 28, at 7:30 pm EXHIBITION basin grate which shows a fish on the grate, to Avenue has been delayed until at the Glebe Community Centre, 690 With few exceptions, the Ex '95 remind us Spring 1996. Third Avenue will be Lyon Street South. The meeting is was a tremendous success. The that everything we pour down catch reconstructed between O'Connor open to all residents in our ward, Central Canada Exhibition Asso- basins, such as paint, soapy water and Street and the Queen Elizabeth and City staff will be in attendance ciation is working hard to turn the dog droppings, to answer your questions. Please ends up directly polluting our wa- Driveway this year, and if weather fair back into a family event, and permits, between O'Connor and come out and let me know your slowly but surely we are succeed- terways. Please do not use catch basins as a Bank Street. views about the City budget. If you ing. We resolved many of the dumping ground. We must CAPITAL WARD SURVEY would like a copy of the 1996 Bud- problems that plagued last year's work together to ensure that our water stays clean. RESULTS get Information package, please call Ex. The number of noise com- Please read on for my annual 244-5464. FAREWELL TO HOWARD SMITH plaints about concerts was drasti- survey results. I thank the 105 DEVELOPMENT CHARGES Sadly, former cally reduced, and all concerts Capital Ward people who took City time to fill out the Council recently approved ended before 11 pm. Councillor Howard Smith passed survey. my recommendation to eliminate all away earlier this summer. Howard The newly renovated Aberdeen CAN I HELP? developmental charges. Develop- was a City and Pavilion was again the focal point at Regional Councillor Jim Watson, 111 Sussex Drive, ment charges are a form of pre-paid the Ex. The theme was "Great Ad- from 1980 to 1985. Howard worked Ottawa, Ontario, K1N 5A1 Tel: 244- tax often property that add several ventures in Travel," incorporating tirelessly for his constituents, and 5367 Fax: 244-5651 E-mail: thousand dollars to the cost of new displays, exhibits, crafts and food, he will be missed. Though I was out [email protected] homes and buildings. as well as elephant rides. I am de- The elimination of development lighted by the positive reaction the charges in Centretown in October TINA FEDESKI Aberdeen Pavilion continues to re- 1994 resulted in an increase in is now giving ceive, and I am certain that it will construction, and I am certain that continue to be a success. FLUTE LESSONS abolishing these charges through- If you have concerns about the Ex out the City will help kick start the beginner to advanced on economy through construction and and its impact your neighbour- hood, please contact my office so redevelopment. It will also help Recitals that we can try to resolve these is- lower the price of homes, and will Weddings sues for next Ex. allow more residents the year's Special Occa.tions DO-IT-YOURSELF TREE and Teaching opportunity to purchase their first PLANTING St home. In the end, this becomes a The City still has many trees re- 17 Stewart Call 569-0618 win-win situation for the City. maining for the Do-It-Yourself Tree, PARKING METERS Planting Program. For $10 you can Recently, I met with the Glebe buy a tree to plant on your prop- Business Group to discuss increas- erty. Four types are available: ing the time limit on parking Sugar Maple, Norway Maple, Mar- Sean D. Caulfeild meters in the Glebe. As a result shall's Seedless Ash and Flowering the on Barrister and Solicitor. time limit parking meters on Crabapple. To order, send a cheque a number of Glebe streets will be for $10 payable to the Do-It-Your- increased from one hour to two self Tree Planting Program, and hours. This will benefit merchants Your and patrons of restaurants and mail it, along with your name, ad- code num- businesses, as well as patients dress, postal and phone Neighbourhood visiting doctors. ber to the Do-It-Yourself Tree Meters will be changed at the Planting Program, 5th Floor, Sussex Lawyer following locations: the north side Pavilion, 111 Sussex Drive, Ottawa, of Second Avenue between O'Connor Ontario, K1N 5A1. For informa- General Practice of Law and Bank, and between Bank and tion, call the City's 24 hour cus- Tel: 237-6773 Fax: 237-8026 Lyon; the south side of Fourth Av- tomer service line at 244-5444. BUS TRIPS enue between Bank and O'Connor, SENIORS' The City of Ottawa's Senior Adult the south side of Pretoria Avenue Division has organized a number of between O'Connor and Bank; and the bus trips for the Fall. Activities Sean B.A.(-lom),LLB. north side of Strathcona Avenue D.Caulfeild include apple picking, fall colour 200 First Avenue, Suite 301, between Bank and O'Connor. tours, Thanksgiving lunches and City staff have also asked the Re- Ottawa, ON K1S 2G6 trips to casinos. For information gional Transportation Department about trips offered, please call to consider implementing a two- ext. September15 1995 Glebe Report-14 244-5300 1-4112. N EWS Councillor's Glebe survey results One of the main problems residents face is parking, particularly when there is an event taking place at Lansdowne Park. During 3 these events, some residents charge visitors to park on their front lawns. Do you support the City enforcing a ban on front yard parking? Yes: 66% No: 28% Undecided: 6% Many residents consider cars parked on front lawns to be an eye- 885 Bank Street 230-4474 sore and are concerned about these cars encroaching on other resi- dents' properties. As one resident explained: "I don't want to live Is Celebrating the middle of a parking lot." Our Tenth in * *Anniversary This past winter, the City undertook a pilot project to determine the * winter road maintenance standards required to make cycling a safe Presenting The and effective method of transportation during the winter. Do you support increased winter road maintenance to make cycling a safe "JIVE WIRES the and effective method of transportation during winter? September 22 &23 Yes: 43% No: 52% Undecided: 5% Those opposed to increased winter road maintenance were con- cerned about the cost of increased maintenance for the small num- ber of winter cyclists, and the fact that cycling is dangerous in the You are invited to a free Entrée with winter. the purchase of a second of equal or greater value. Recently, the Great Canadian Theatre Company approached the City, asking for approximately $500,000 in capital funds, plus an addi- (You and a friend upon presentation of this ad) tional $55,000 in operating funds on top of the $85,000 they al- Valid until Nov. 30/95 ready receive from the City, in order to relocate from their Glad- stone Avenue location to the Elgin Street theatre. Would you sup- We have live Music every port GCTC's request? Sat. & Sun. Night Yes: 34% No: 60% Undecided: 6% Some comments included: the GCTC should work on community sup- port and donations and the corporate sector; I am sympathetic to the arts but their demands are unrealistic. As one resident explained: No Cover ChargeGam'es & Darts "Unfortunately, they, like all other businesses must look to their own devices for funding."

The provincial government has expanded its photo radar program, and it is expected that we will have photo radar in the near future. The City is in the process of undertaking a feasibility study on the Do you support photo radar on regional roads (i.e. Carling Avenue, Glebe Community Centre. Some people are suggesting renovating the Bronson Avenue, Main Street)? existing community centre. Others are suggesting starting from Yes: 50% No: 45% Undecided: 5% scratch and building a new community centre with better facilities Those in favour consider traffic speed to be a major problem in our such as a pool and large gym space. What do you think? community. (Note: since the survey came out, photo radar has been cancelled by Renovate existing community centre: 53% the new provincial government) Construct a new community centre: 14% Neither: 11% The City has undertaken a strategy in an attempt to manage our Undecided: 24% centre is a ever-increasing debt. By following the approved strategy, we are As one resident explained: "The existing community scheduled to be deficit-free by the year 2004 and debt-free by the lovely historic building." Retaining the dome is the prime objective year 2014. In order to do this, a number of projects are deferred. of most Glebe residents. Do you think this process should be sped up? Yes: 43% No: 36% Undecided: 21% Presently, although people place "no junk mail" stickers on their to comply. Would you Most residents were supportive of improving the City's financial mailboxes, there is no legal requirement situation, but were concerned about which projects would be de- support a city by-law to allow residents to place "no junk mail" ferred. stickers on their mailboxes and have this regulation enforced?

Yes: 62% No: 34% Undecided: 4% a of junk PRIVATE TUTOR IN THE GLEBE The main concerns raised were the need for definition mail and that this ban would be difficult to enforce. I a full of elementary offer range tutorial services for 8. Pesticide use damages our environment and river system, as well as students spanning all areas of the Common Curriculum. our health. Would you support an initiative to ban the use of pes- I further in working with who have specialize children ticides and herbicides on private property? special needs such as: Yes: 62% No: 30% Undecided: 8% also be an education pro- Intellectual Disabilities, Speech and Language Disorders, Behavioural Many residents believe that there should Exceptionalities, Learning Disabilities, Handicaps, and Giftedness. gram to increase awareness of the effects of pesticide use.

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Author of 'InterNet Resources for K-6 Educators in Canada" September 15 1995 Glebe Report-15 NEWS stream can be increased or main- in '96 too. Some of us may say good Regional councillor report tained. riddance. Before we pass judgment Locally we spend $17 million on too quickly, do we have initiatives CHILD DAY-CARE SPACES permissive services such as funds that will replace and contribute to Six hundred subsidized spaces for community groups and supple- the long-standing vitality of Capi- are vulnerable. Regional reserves mentary benefits for social service tal Ward? are available to support them recipients. Have we gone beyond Your views on any of the above through 1995 but 1996 funding our mandate in some of these areas? comments would be helpful. Please will not be available from the same Can we draw from the non-essential write to me at 111 Lisgar Street, By local source and certainly not from areas in order to help those who are Ottawa, K2P 2L7 or fax me at 560- Regional. the Province until child-care is most in need? Regional Councillor 1268. Also, mark your calendars Councillor reviewed in its entirety. Gord Hunter has stated it is time... for Thursday September 28, 7:30pm Brian McGarry SOCIAL SERVICES "to come to terms with ways to say at the Glebe Community Centre. Many recipients will see A SHARP TURN TO THE RIGHT their no.... (and) let's leave the original City Councillor Jim Watson and I, New challenges and changed di- benefits decreased by 21.6%. dollar in the taxpayers pockets and as your Regional representative, There will be, rections will be the order of the at least in theory, let them make their own choices will have respective staff present to day at Regional Government as our the right to earn back lost amounts about which charities, businesses, give a preview of our budgets. recently elected Government of by allowing individuals to gain arts groups, social causes (etc.) Ontario outlines and institutes it's employment while receiving welfare they will support." campaign promises. The full payments. Reduction of funding The Ottawa-Carleton Economic impact will not be known until from the Province to all social ser- Development Corporation (funded vice agencies will be 2.5% as October when the Provincial of with $2 million Regional tax October 1,1995 5% Government provides additional and in 1996-97. dollars) is under review. OCEDCO DIMINISHING GRANTS detail. has been the best vehicle we have Diminishing grants from the Guitar Lessons In the interim the following is for economic development. Province will also have an effect on anticipated: Nonetheless, it is my view it could Experienced teacher. our operating budget of OC TRANSPO self-destruct or be destroyed by a All styles. $800,000,000. Add to this factor OC Transpo's share of the cut to few Councillors and critics who Reasonable rates. our tax base in the Region is not provincial transit subsidies will be have little understanding of the First lesson FREE H! growing; in fact it is decreasing in $2,298,700. The solution may in- millions of dollars of volunteer some sectors as private citizens and Call Scott volve fare increase and reschedul- hours donated to OCEDCO over the businesses vacate their premises. ing. Tax increases are unaccept- years. This will be a future debate. 230-6641 And yet, we have many groups able to a majority of Ottawa-Car- Capital Ward, we must be stating that we cannot diminish our In also leton residents who have made it cognizant of looming economic services in the Region. Unfortu- clear that expanded subsidies to change. nately, those who protest The Ottawa Senators will services which are not breaking and at be times want services expanded, have leaving our ward in January even can no longer be funded from 1996, the Rough-Riders could leave our propertv tax-base. little to offer as to how the income

Getting wd'ottawa Participez au involved processus budgétaire

The City of Ottawa has released the draft 1996 Budget La Ville d'Ottawa a diffusé la ligne directrice préliminaire du a Guideline, preliminary budget document designed to help budget de 1996 qui est destinée A aider les résidants A residents understand how the City develops and approves its d et g comprendre comment la Ville et approuve son budget. élabore budget. La ligne directrice décrit le processus budgétaire en détail ainsi The Guideline outlines the budget process in detail, and que les défis financiers que doit relever Ottawa en 1996. On y identifies the financial challenges Ottawa faces in 1996. It also propose aussi plusieurs options pour assurer la bonne santé proposes several options to ensure the City remains on a sound financière de la Ville. financial footing.

Des réunions communautaires sont prévues partout A Ottawa en Community meetings to discuss the 1996 Budget are being held septembre pour discuter du budget de 1996. ,k ces réunions, les across Ottawa during September. At these meetings, residents résidants seront priés d'aider A la priorisation des services will be asked to help prioritize the services the City provides. municipaux. Votre contribution est importante. Your input is important. Réunion budgétaire du conseiller Watson (0T9) Councillor Watson's Budget Meeting (0T9) Le jeudi 28 septembre 1995 Thursday, September 28, 1995 19 h 30 7:30 pm Centre communautaire Glebe Glebe Community Centre Une trousse d'information sur le budget de 1996 peut être obtenue aux centres communautaires et aux casernes de An information package on the 1996 Budget is available at all pompiers de la Ville d'Ottawa ou A n'importe quel comptoir de City of Ottawa community centres, fire stations, or at any of our services A l'hôtel de ville. Elle comprend la ligne directrice service desks at City Hall. The package includes the draft budgétaire, la liste des services municipaux et une brochure avec Budget Guideline, a list of city services and a brochure with a vos reply card for your comments and suggestions. carte-réponse pour commentaires et suggestions. Votre avis compte pour que le budget de 1996 de la Ville We need your input to ensure that the 1996 City of Ottawa Budget reflects your priorities as ratepayers. d'Ottawa reflète véritablement vos priorités en tant que contribuables.

1T For a 1996 Budget Information package: 244-5464 Trousse d'information sur le budget de 1996 244-5464 Mayor's office 244-5380 Cabinet du maire 244-5380 Councillor Jim Watson 244-5367 Conseiller Jim Watson 244-5367 It's part of our plan to serve you better Toujours dans le but de mieux vous servir Septerrber 15 1995 G lebe Report-16 NEWS Glebe Questions The profitable cycle firm, Cycle Stop, whose people have clearly found these rules hard to follow. They installed some 500 1st Year Anniversary racks of a different type, a version of the so-called Executive rack. (Are lots of executives riding bi- OPEN HOUSE cycles now? I know the Spanish By ambassador rides to work from Saturday, September 23,1995 Rockcliffe.) The rack has parallel Clyde bits of metal with a hump, over 10:00am to 5:00 pm. Sanger which you are supposed to lift your front wheel. It took me a year to One of the pleasures of this figure out the right way, or rather splendid summer has been cycling, my son Richard pointed out how to and the City of Ottawa has taken a do it. lot of trouble to indulge this plea- sure for us, providing maps and The problem is that, to turn a also arranging hundreds of parking tidy profit, Cycle Stop has added a panel racks. But there is some frustra- for advertising and the tion even here. Jessica Ketchum of wheels of many bikes can't be squeezed between the Fourth Avenue asks: "Why are hump bit and the panel. Others many cycle racks bolted down in find their thicker wheels won't fit between MomeniuM places where you can't use them?" the two bits of metal. Most cyclists She's right of course. Glebites A lock their bikes to the outside of THEL TICS don't have to go far to find one of how much Fun a Healthy Lifest,yle can be ! the rack-frame. Discover them crammed up against the wall, Gavin McPhail, education for example beside Feleena's at coordi- One Day Special Offer Bank and Second, or at Bank and nator for Citizens for Safe Cycling, Third. says these racks are "a poor design. You do not want to miss it .1 They were not in As usual, there is a bit of a story put for the benefit Purchase the first Membership at our Regular Rate, to the answer. First stop on my of cyclists, but for advertising rev- and get the second Membership at H.ALF price. enue." He trail was Daphne Hope, who used to also thinks they were chosen over the ring-and-post de- have the straightforward title at Us an Eventful Day ! sign because they are join For City Hall of "Bicycle Coordinator" "smaller street furniture for pedestrians' am but now has been promoted to "Al- Master Aerobics Class 10:30-11:45 benefit." A Glebite himself, (this ternative Transportation Planner." summer he gave a cycling course to Block Party at Bank and 5th Ave. 2:00-3:30 pm. She has also, she says, to look after his - Step Demo the concerns of and policeman friend Skate, sweat- pedestrians in- ing - Line Dancing line skaters, which can certainly in his bulletproof vest), Gavin adds that the sidewalks in become a collision of interests. the Tour Facility 10:00-4:00 pm. Glebe are "too narrow" for If you visit City Hall, she will proper Weight Room Orientation placing of racks. tell you, there are four different Refreshments types of racks near the front door. Daphne Hope says she knows the "Different levels of security," she problems, and Cycle Stop is sup- posed to have replaced them with explains. There's the ring rack, FREE "BACK" CLINIC NEW FALL PROGRAM the ring rack design. I intended to which is a single post with a hoop; a by Dr. David Bayfield, D.C. give the last words to John Jenkins, multiple-hoop version (the ring and Doctor of Chiropractic * Seniors Weight Training identified as the appropriate Tai Chi post rack); and the wavy type found spokesman at Cycle Stop. On the Tuesday, September 26 Self Defense on Sparks Street Mall (the ribbon pm. Bach Recovery Program phone he insisted I fax him 6:00 -8:00 rack). There's also a smart little my written questions. I grumbled that red number that clamps both Everyon Welcome ! For details and registration it didn't suit an informal of wheels which an ordinary padlock style Call to reserve your space. Call Now ! can secure. ("the interviewing, but sent him five. In "kW Cadillac version," our next , she calls it). conversation he answered the first Daphne, who herself question (about numbers cycles 25 of racks) and then abruptly kilometers ("klicks" to her) to and said, "I'm busy now." It took five days to from work every day, has produced reach him again, and this time he a handsome brochure giving guide- threw me the witty brush-off: "Why lines for anyone installing bicycle don't we talk in the middle of win- parking racks. Sensible rules like ter? I'd have plenty of time then." choosing racks that can't be un- No doubt screwed or vandalized, and have enough space between supports to fit any thickness of wheel. The 50 YEARS OF racks should not "impede the PROGRESS movement of pedestrians"; at the 858 Bank St. at 5th Ave. "Lower Lever' same time, there should be "suffi- 56 Sparks Street cient clearance between the bicycle usc d Ottawa (Ontario) K1P 5B1 In the Heart of the Glebe rack and buildings, furniture, Canada (613) 234-6827 fences etc., to accommodate the 2 3 7-4 7 4 7 length of a bicycle (approx. 1.75 Building tomorrow...today metres)." Please make your pledge to USC by So what's gone wrong? Well, the calling: 1-800-5656 USC and city gave a contract to a Vanier 234-9335 for Ottawa calls. September 15 1995 Glebe Report-17 BUSINESS NEWS Eclectic bookshop opens in the Glebe

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he Ne ehrktnitv Photos by John Olson .11 The Phase 2 difference PHASE 2 CLOTHING Paul Morningstar, Project Man- 702 Bank Street (at Glebe Ave.) ager at Phase 2, carried out the Mon, Tues, Wed. 9:30am-6pm careful refurbishing of their cho- 'XX . \,`,\ `X. ' ''' Thurs. Fri. 9:30 am - 9:00 pm sen site, using local labour and \'s\Nks X`X,k,. \ . Sat 9:30 am - 6 pm businesses so the store would Sun. 10 noon - 5 pm maintain the esthetic character of the Glebe. Phase 2 also provides Phase 2 clothing Inc., open since employment for this area. July 2nd, is a unique family-run All Phase 2 clothing is purchased The own- outside the area. The store THE GLEBE BOOKSHOP veyor of new books. recycled clothing store. buyers 779 Bank Street Marc's eclectic tastes are re- ers David and Karen Ingimundson select each article individually so 233-0021 flected in the wide range of reading and their daughter Carla expanded you can find both brand names and Mon. Tues. Wed. 10am-6pm material to be found in his shop. their successful business concept designer labels here. Before dis- play, Thurs. Fri. 10am-9pm Indeed, what you're looking for from Kingston to the Glebe in Ot- each piece is professionally Sat.10 am-6pm may not even be in the shop. Marc tawa. They felt our neighbourhood, cleaned. Sun. 12noon-5pm has a large data base of information with its distinct mix of shops and The friendly and knowledgeable Another bookstore in the Glebe? and excellent resources for cus- restaurants, fits in with their staff at Phase 2 would like to wel- come their to come No, this isn't a case of coals to New- tomer specialty orders. The store stores' philosophy of mutual ben- neighbours in and see "The 2 castle ... and this isn't just another offers special discounts for efit. Phase difference." bookstore. libraries and book clubs. The GLEBE BOOKSHOP, owned by With twenty years of experience Marc Haiart, fills a void in the in the book industry, Marc is well broad spectrum of booksellers in equipped to help guide you on your LEGAL SERVICES - our area that of a general pur- literary voyages. General practice including Real Estate Parking Wills and Estates Flexible Appointments Power of Attorneys 1/2 Hour Free Consultation NOW OPEN Litigation House Purchase $500-$600.00* Family Law House Sale $400.00* Corporate Commercial Wills $60-$75.00 *plus disbursements Call Frank E. MacMillan HONEY, MACMILLAN, GILHOOLY & BALDWIN HEAD IN A 146 Richmond Road, Ottawa, On, K1Z 6W2

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September 15 1995 Glebe Report-18 BUSINESS NEWS Game Power in the Glebe Precision Styling Fifth Avenue Court

is pleased to announce that Sue is back and yes, it's a BOY!

Sue welcomes her customers back as well as new clients. Photo: Glebe Photo, Shahab Bakhtyar 99 Fifth Ave. Court (Bank & Fifth) Owner Tim Connors and his GAME POWER Second Level Free Parking 835 Bank St. (Fifth Ave. Court) business partner Peter J. Ives, Mon.-Sat. 10am-lOpm invite their customers to Sun. 10am-8pm experience the world of virtual Game Power - Glebe is a virtual reality, entering the realms of reality, interactive software centre educational and gaming software that specializes in renting and before they commit to buy. selling CD ROMs. The shop focuses Tim Connors has had extensive The organizers of TROTT, generous donations of food on interactive games, as well as previous business management (Therapeutic Riding Asso- and barbecue. It helped educational and reference titles. experience. Peter Ives is a former ciation of Ottawa-Carleton) 'make the day' for our riders The new store also rents and sells Legislative Assistant. Both look 12th Annual Ride-a-Thon, and volunteers. the latest in "plug and play" game forward to being active members of would like to thank Dan Hotte Christian & Bud, systems, including Sega Saturn and the Glebe business community and and Loeb Glebe for their Fundraising Co-chairs Genesis, Super Nintendo and many would like to welcome you to their others. shop!

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September 15 1995 Glebe Report-19 PARTICIPATING IN PARTICIPATION AUX CITY BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS ET COMMITTEES COMITÉS DE LA VILLE -;-The City of Ottawa is looking for La Ville d'Ottawa sollicite residents who are interested in serving on the la candidature de citoyens intéressés à siéger aux following Boards and Committees: Commissions et Comités suivants de la Ville : ADVISORY COMMITTEE ON FRENCH LANGUAGE SERVICES COMITÉ CONSULTATIF SUR LES SERVICES EN FRANÇAIS Provides advice on French language services. Fonction offrir des conseils sur les services en français Meets at City Hall, 3rd Thursday of month, 5:30 p.m. Réunions : hôtel de ville, 3' jeudi du mois. 17 h 30 COMITÉ CONSULTATIF SUR LES MINORITÉS ADVISORY COMMITTEE ON VISIBLE MINORITIES VISIBLES Fonction oeuvrer a l'élimination de la discrimination raciale Works towards the elimination of racial discrimination. Réunions . hôtel de ville, 2" lundi du mois, 18 h, réunions additionnelles des Meets at City Hall, 2nd Monday of month, 6:00 p.m., additional sous-comités subcommittee meetings. COMITÉ CONSULTATIF SUR LES HANDICAPS DISABILITY ISSUES ADVISORY COMMITTEE Fonction recommander l'élaboration de politiques Recommends policy development on issues sur des enjeux liés aux handicaps related to persons with disabilities. Réunions hôtel de ville, 3' jeudi du mois. midi Meets at City Hall, 3rd Thursday of month, noon. COMITÉ CONSULTATIF SUR L'ENVIRONNEMENT ENVIRONMENTAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE Fonction : offrir des conseils sur des programmes et des mesures de Advises on protection and enhancement of natural environment. protection et de mise en valeur de l'environnement naturel Meets at City Hall, 2nd Tuesday of month, 5:00 p.m. Réunions hôtel de ville. 2' mardi du mois. 17 h COMITÉ CONSULTATIF LOCAL SUR LA CONSERVATION ADVISORY COMMITTEE LOCAL ARCHITECTURAL CONSERVATION DE L'ARCHITECTURE all aspects of the City's Heritage Program. Advises on Fonction offrir des conseils sur tous les aspects du Programme sur 1st & of 6:00 p.m. Meets at City Hall, 3rd Tuesday month, la protection du patrimoine de la Ville Réunions hôtel de ville. 1- et 3' mardis du mois. 18h OC TRANSPO CITIZENS' ADVISORY COMMITTEE Advises'on matters relating to public transit with particular attention to policies and services of COMITÉ CONSULTATIF DE CITOYENS OC TRANSPO OC Transpo. Fonction offrir des conseils sur des questions liées au transport en commun en portant une attention Meets at City Hall, 1st Thursday of month, 6:00 p.m. particulière aux politiques et services d'OC Transpo

Réunions : hôtel de ville. 1- jeudi du mois, 18 h OTTAWA HYDRO ELECTRIC COMMISSION Controls and manages all works for the distribution and supply of electric power. COMMISSION HYDRO-ÉLECTRIQUE D'OTTAWA Meets at Ottawa Hydro Office, 4th Tuesday of month, 9:00 am. Fonction : surveiller et gérer tous les travaux relatifs a l'approvisionnement en électricité Réunions Bureau d'Hydro-Ottawa, 4' mardi du mois. 9 h PINEVIEW MUNICIPAL GOLF COURSE - BOARD OF MANAGEMENT TERRAIN DE GOLF MUNICIPAL PINEVIEW - CONSEIL D'ADMINISTRATION Sets the policy and monitors the operation as a Board. Fonction établir la politique et contrôler les activités a titre de conseil d'administration Municipal Golf Course, Friday, 12:00 noon. Meets at Pineview Reunions Terrain de golf municipal PineView. vendredi, midi

PROPERTY STANDARDS COMMITTEE/COURT OF REVISION COMITÉ DES NORMES DE PROPRIÉTÉ/TRIBUNAL DE RÉVISION Arbitrates disputes arising from Property Standards Inspection orders; hears appeals on Local Fonction arbitrer les conflits émanant des ordres d'inspection en matière de normes de propriété Improvement and Pedestrian Promenade levies. entendre les appels concernant les taxes prélevées pour les améliorations locales et les allées Meets at City Hall, during the daytime as required. piétonnieres Réunions hôtel de ville. pendant la journée au besoin RIVERSIDE HOSPITAL BOARD OF TRUSTEES Manages and controls the Riverside Hospital. CONSEIL D'ADMINISTRATION DE L'HÔPITAL RIVERSIDE Meets at Riverside Hospital, 4th Thursday of month, 7:00 p.m., additional committee meetings. Fonction gérer et diriger l'hôpital Riverside Réunions hôpital Riverside, 4' jeudi du mois. 19 h. reunions additionnelles du comité TAXI ADVISORY COMMITTEE Advises on all aspects of the taxi industry. COMITÉ CONSULTATIF SUR LES TAXIS : à l'industrie du taxi Meets at City Hall, 1st Monday of month, 5:30 p.m. Fonction fournir des conseils sur tous les aspects relatifs Réunions . hôtel de ville. 1- lundi du mois. 17 h 30

To apply, please send a letter of application and a copy of Pour présenter toute candidature, prière de faire parvenir votre demande et votre curriculum your resumé, including your home address, to: vitae, avec l'adresse du domicile, è

Manager For information: Administratrice Pour renseignements Committee and Council Services Chantal Samson Services aux comtes et au Conseil Chantal Samson Department of Corporate Services Tel: 244-5300 -1- 3622 Services intégrés 244-5300 -1- 3622 111 Sussex Drive 111 promenade Sussex Ottawa, Ontario Ottawa (Ontario) K1N 5A1 K1N 5A1 21' ÉCHÉANCE LE VENDREDI 13 OCTOBRE 1995 DEADLINE: FRIDAY, OCTOBER 13, 1995 Les demandes peuvent également être télécopiées au numéro suivant (244-5471) mais les Facsimilies (244-5471) will be accepted; however, please forward original by mail. originaux doivent être envoyés à l'adresse précitée.

Please note that applicants may apply to several committees but may only be appointed to Veuillez noter que les candidats peuvent présenter leur demande à plusieurs comités mais qu'ils ne one. First and second term applicants being considered for appointment will be required to peuvent siéger qu'a un seul comité Les postulants de premier ou deuxième mandat dont la attend an interview. The principles of equtty and accommodation are considered in filling all candidature est prise en considération devront se présenter à une entrevue Les mémes principes d'équité sont pris en considération pour combler les charges vacantes La Ville a également une positions. The City has a Participation Expenses Pcilicy which covers babysitting, taxis, and Politique de dépenses de participation pour couvrir les frais de garde d'entants, de taxis et les in ADVISORY only. expenses which arise from participation committees dépenses engagées pour la participation d'un(e) citoyen(ne) a un comité CONSULTATIF seulement:

The City's Multiculturalism Policy states: "The City of Ottawa is committed to a multicultural, La Politique sur le multiculturalisme de la Ville stipule ce qui suit La Ville d'Ottawa se veut une multiracial society. I( firmly believes that its diverse publics have a significant role to play in société multiculturelle et multiraciale La diversité du public joue un rôle important dans les prises de influencing Municipal decisions, and in participating in Municipal Government as well as in the décision La participation de ce public au gouvernement municipal est souhaitable ainsi que sa life of the entire community." contribution a la vie communautaire. »

City of Ottawa Non-profit Housing Corporation. .0, Lrv,,, Société de logement à but non lucratif de la Ville d'Ottawa INVITATION AUX PERSONNES INTÉRESSÉES À CALL FOR COMMUNITY BOARD MEMBERS DEVENIR MEMBRES DU CONSEIL D'ADMINISTRATION The Chair of the Board invites applications from interested citizens living in '1> Le président du Conseil d'administration invite les citoyens et citoyennes intéressés the City of Ottawa to fill three vacancies on City Living's Board of Directors. "e . 4fion J d'Ottawa à présenter leur candidature à trois charges vacantes au Conseil Members of this voluntary Board bring with them diverse backgrounds, skills d'administration d'Habitation urbaine à titre bénévole. Ces personnes feront profiter le and experience as well as a knowledge of and commitment to non-profit housing Conseil d'administration de leurs antécédents divers, de leurs aptitudes et expérience and to tenants. Members are also committed to active involvement in the Board and ainsi que de leurs connaissances et de leur engagement vis-à-vis du logement à but non Board-related activities, serving an average ten hours a month. lucratif et des locataires. Les membres sont également engagés activement dans toutes les activités du Conseil, soit un total d'environ dix heures par mois. This is a challenging opportunity to participate in the governance of Ottawa's largest de logement à but non-profit housing corporation. All interested persons are invited to attend an Saisissez l'occasion de participer à la gestion de la plus grande société non lucratif d'Ottawa. Toutes les personnes intéressées sont invitées à un séminaire information seminar 'So you want to run for the Board... maybe' to be held on 28 d'information Alors, vous voulez gérer la Société... peut-être» qui aura lieu le 28 September at 7:00 p.m. in the Fuller Room, Ottawa City Hall. Application forms can septembre à 19 h à la salle Fuller, hôtel de ville d'Ottawa. Les formulaires de candidature be obtained at this meeting or by contacting the Executive Assistant to the Board. peuvent être obtenus a la réunion ou en communiquant avec l'adjointe de direction du Completed forms must be submitted to the Executive Assistant by 6 October 1995. Conseil. Ils doivent être soumis à l'adjointe de direction du Conseil dûment remplis d'ici au For an application package or other information please contact: 6 octobre 1995. prière de Ms. Anne VanDam, Pour obtenir une trousse de demande Ou tout autre renseignement, Executive Assistant to the Board communiquer avec Mme Anne VanDam 3rd floor, 11 Holland Avenue Adjointe de direction du Conseil Ottawa, Ontario KIY 4T1 11, avenue Holland, 3e étage Phone: 798-8857 Ottawa (Ontario) KIY 4T1 Téléphone : 798-8857

September 15 1995 Glebe Report-20 HEALTH Thanks to makers & deliverers of Meals on Wheels It's take-out food, but it's nu- says. "They prepare a different tritious. And it's delivered right menu every day and they do their CISIII r1111111 to your door. Who brings it, and best to please everyone, even those where does it come from? If you people who have special needs, such 860 Bank St. guessed Meals on Wheels (in Ot- as diabetics." Arnold Gamble, (South side of Fifth Ave.) tawa/Vanier, the King's Daughters President of Dinner Wagon's Volun- 231-6331 Dinner Wagon) you know who's in- teer Board of Directors, adds, volved. But where do they get all "We've been working with the SILVERCREEK those meals? neighbourhood institutions as meal $3500 In every neighbourhood, institu- suppliers since the Meals on tions such as hospitals, nursing Wheels program began in Ottawa 27 BOUNDARY homes and homes for the aged pre- years ago. We will continue to rely $ 5=00 pare meals for Dinner Wagon as on their help as our program voly N Mens part of their community outreach grows." program. Their involvement with The food service staff at the Glebe Meals on Wheels provides them Centre have been committed to the with an opportunity to help people Meals on Wheels program for a long stay in their own homes and, in time. This commitment has in- some cases, prevents or postpones creased as the Meals on Wheels institutionalization. Since the program has grown. They work suppliers are in the clients' own hard to make sure that each meal is neighbourhood, the volunteers can Stay influenza free appealing and nutritious. Their conditions requiring the long-term pick up the meals and deliver them work BY LORETTE MADORE is appreciated by the people prescription of acetylsalicylic acid in the same area. who need it most. To help yourself stay influenza free for the 1995-96 winter season (ASA, aspirin). Janet Snyder, Dinner Wagon's Di- For information on Meals on follow these recommendations from - People over 65 years of age. rector, has nothing but praise for Wheels or to become a volunteer, local health department. To protect yourself this winter, the suppliers. "I don't know what please contact The King's Daughters your Make an appointment before follow these suggestions. we would do without them," she Dinner Wagon at 233-2424. November with your family physi- Eat a variety of foods Health notices cian to receive your influenza vac- especially fruits and vegetables SEXUALITY AWARENESS PRO- cine. rich in Vitamin C. GRAM Thurs. Sept. 28, Nov. 30 The Ministry of Health provides Drink 6 - 8 glasses of water Steff-Ki 6:30 - 9:30pm. offered by Planned free influenza vaccine to: a day. Retirement Lodge Parenthood Ottawa, 409 - 1390 All residents and patient-care Get 10 - 15 minutes of fresh Prince of Wales Dr. $35 for stu- staff of nursing homes. air every day making sure to dress dents & limited income, $80 for Anyone with chronic heart, lung for the weather. professionals. Info: 226-3234. or kidney disease. Keep your lungs smoke free. PREGNANCY CLASSES offered Anyone with asthma, diabetes, Get plenty of rest. free at Riverside Hospital Am- severe chronic anemia, cancer, im- Have an enjoyable winter. phitheatre on the first Saturday of mune disorders (including HIV in- For more information call the the month, 10 am to noon. Pre-reg- fection), other long term diseases Ottawa-Carleton Health Department istration for these classes is not or who has had an organ transplant. influenza information line from required. Children and adolescents (6 September 18 to November 2, 1995 CHALLENGING THE CHANGE, months to 18 years) with medical at 724-4228. "Just hke home all about menopause and midlife, a Enjoy modem conveniences in a seven-week series for women on Centretown Community Heatth Centre traditional and cozy century home, Tues. evenings Oct. 3 to Nov. 14, 7- located in the heart of Ottawa's Glebe 9pm, fee. $50. Offered by Planned offers series on daily living skills The Centretown Community Health community. Experience a comfort- Parenthood Ottawa, Suite 409, 1390 Centre's Taldng Charge of Your Health series able lifestyle that meets your needs. Prince of Wales. To register, call for October focuses on Skills for Daily Living. Join us each Tuesday 226-3234. from 1:00-2:30 pm at 340 MacLaren Street. There is no charge. Free child- care is provided. Topics are as follows. Call 563-4336 for information. To join our extended family, call SOLUTION TO SEXUAL VIO- Oct. 3 How To Make A Complaint Leslie King from the Better Business Annie O'Connor, R.N., Administrator LENCE lecture Wednesday October Bureau will give tips on how to make an effective complaint about anyone, (613) 234-0590 11, 7:30 pm. Auditorium A, Health from a business person to a community service worker. 174 Glebe Ave., Ottawa, Ont. K I S 2C7 Sciences Centre, 451 Smyth Rd., Oct 10 Setting Goals for Ourselves Michal Grey will give tips for making EaManaged by Dignicare Inc. r, Free. Info: Dr. Pivic 737-8040. it easier to set realistic achievable goals. Member of Ontario Residential Care Association Sponsored by Department of Psy- chiatry. Oct. 17 Self Esteem Join Sabina Wasserlauf to discuss the factors that make us feel good or bad about ourselves and what we can do to increase our self-esteem. Oct. 24 Making Decisions Anne Carter will reveal the hidden factors that affect how we make decisions and give us a step-by-step process for hard LINDSAY A. IVIAcLEoD -to-make-decisions. Oct. 31 What's Happening to Welfare? Information about the cutbacks, & community resources that might help, and what actions are happening in BARRISTER SOLICITOR our community to fight the cuts and find alternative solutions. Bring in- NOTARY PUBLIC formation you can share with the group. Suite 4, 137 Second Avenue Are you ready to travel healthy? Ottawa, Ontario K1S 2H4 Thinking about travelling to high The next free monthly program risk areas of the world (not US Tel: (613) 237-4880 Fax: (613) 237-7537 the takes place Wednesday, October 4, or Europe)? Attend a "Travelling at 7:00 PM in the Bickell Room at Healthy" program and learn about the Ottawa Civic Hospital. For in- strategies on disease prevention, jet formation call 233-3092. lag, food & water preparations etc. September 15 1995 Glebe Report-21 FEATURE ACROSS 24. Advanced positions for those gaine contract Cryptic Crossword 1. Hero of the diplomatic enthusiasts (?) (11) by David Rose posting rota (11) Mere lad struggling and 1 2 3 4 5 6 DOWN rather green (7) Official position of 7 8 Certain waves in the the first mate (5) ether a diode holds (5) A blue tale is unfolded 9 10 A thousand lost in salvaging workers from (4) Device tagged for a wreck (4) delivery (6) Setbacks for sycophantic 11 12 Usually has the shape pleasers (8) of a bell (8) 13 14. Conclusion from some Sad is Mr. Eliot when strange news in the they inflict pain (7) 14 15 16 Annual Report (6) Goods come to the same 16. Blows the final entry 17 rich end, oddly enough to a degree (?) (6) When the cod come back (11) 18 19 20 Open the gate to conflict ood times roll in on over purple invader -- 21 the home front (8) but there's a bug (11) Lasting effect of auto- 13.Restrained but sure 22 23 mobile injury (?) (4) immersion in some The original system of sweet wine (8) central heating (?) (5) 15.A trial package upsets She begins jazzy phrase 24 real MPs (7) in high office (7) 17.Is cut into suet mixture to make a light wrapping (6) 20.0ffspring of 4. that maniac LANSDOWNE PARK'S Hildegarde (5) 21.Meet surreptitiously to share poetically (4) UPCOMING EVENTS . Solution on Words page. SEPTEMBER OCTOBER THE OTTAWA

1 Rough Riders / Birmingham (7:30 pm) 2 Senators / Hartford (7:30 pm) 5 67's / Belleville (7:30 pm) 6 67's / Windsor (7:30 pm) 8 67's / Belleville (7:30 pm) 7 Senators / Buffalo (8:00 pm) 9 Rough Riders / B.C. Lions (4:30 pm) 8 67's / Kingston (2:00 pm) 12 67's / Kingston (7:30 pm) 11-15 1995 Agrifest 14-17 Fall Home Show 19 Senators / (7:30 pm) 18 Senators / Toronto (7:30 pm) 20 67's / Peterborough (7:30 pm) CURLING CLUB 20 Senators / (7:30 pm) 21 Rough Riders / Hamilton (1:30 pm) More than a place to curl: 22 67's / Detroit (7:30 pm) 25 British Regimental Bands A full service Club 23 Senators / Washington (7:30 pm) 26 Senators / Los Angeles (7:30 pm) within walking 28 Elvis Stojko '95 27 67's / Owen Sound (7:30 pm) and distance! 29 67's / Belleville (7:30 pm) 28 Senators / Florida (1:30 pm) Leagues for all ages & abilities. 30 Rough Riders / San Antonio (1:30 pm) Lounge and dining facilities 30 Senators / Colorado (7:30 pm) Club Professional & Pro Shop Inexpensive winter recreation plus NOVEMBER DECENIBER active social program. OPEN HOUSE Sept. 18-20, 7-9 p.m.

3 67's / North Bay (7:30 pm) 1 67's / Belleville (7:30 pm) 440 O'Connor St. at Catherine 4 Senators / Hartford (8:00 pm) 2 Senators / New York Rangers (8:00 pm) 235-3662 or 234-4119 8 Senators / Pittsburgh (7:30 pm) 7-17 Ottawa Christmas Craft Show Danny Lamoureux, Manager 10 67's / North Bay (7:30 pm) 8 67's / Peterborough (7:30 pm) 11 Senators / Anaheim (1:30 pm) 9 Senators / Colorado (8:00 pm) 17 67's / Belleville (7:30 pm) 15 67's Kitchener (7:30 pm) Hulse, Playfilir el' McGarry 17-19 Ottawa Kennel Club 23 Senators / Buffalo (8:00 pm) 19 67's / Sault St. Marie (2:00 pm) 29 67's / Kingston (7:30 pm) 22 Senators / Winnipeg (7:30 pm) 30 Senators / (7:30 pm) Funeral Homes 24 67's! Oshawa (7:30 pm) 31 Senators / Tampa Bay (7:00 pm) Hit 233-1143 25 67's / Kingston (2:00 pm) Funeral 25 Senators / Boston (8:00 pm) 25-26 The Women's Show Pre-Arrangement 30 Senators / New York Islanders (7:30 pm) This important matter may be discussed at any of our 4 locations or within the FOR FURTHER INFORMATION privacy of your home. For information without obligation please call 233-1143. PLEASE CALL: 564-PARK Serving The National Capital Region LANSDOWNE McGarry Family: majority owners Founded 1925 Septerrber 15 1995 Globe Report-22 FEATURE Glebe family meets Australian python BY JUDY BERNSTEIN Sydney public service but a cuppa Six years ago, myvhusband, my- tea would be nice. He became Paul self and our two sons went to Syd- at this point and proceeded to re- ney, Australia, on sabbatical. A gale all of us with his snake catch- passionate traveller, I had thor- ing exploits around Sydney for the oughly researched this trip. I knew next two hours. all about the 100 species of deadly After Paul left, Bob was dis- snakes, the equally poisonous spi- patched to find the hardware store ders and other terrors to be en- and purchase some wood and nails countered in this wild place, Aus- to block the many gaps around win- tralia. This was also about the time dows and doors in the old cottage. that Crocodile Dundee films were There was no way that we could being shown, so I was ready! sleep here with the possibility of a We house-hunted as soon as we python slithering in during the arrived but found only three fur- night. I never even thought about nished houses immediately avail- the fireplace . . . We also quickly able for rent and affordable. My met just about all our neighbours as worst fears were confirmed when Judy & Jonah Bernstein with a good sized python six years ago. the emergency vehicle did attract the real estate agent instructed us, attention. They were incredulous while looking at the suburban this house, not in this urban neigh- pletely disappeared from the sky- at the idea of a python in their house with the pool, not to walk on bourhood. The shadow was not even light. They thoroughly checked the peaceful, urban neighbourhood. moving, and snakes roof and inside the attic crawl the grass in sandals at night be- slither, don't Was I reassured? cause of snakes and to remove the they? I decided, logically to leave space. The roof had many broken Next morning we gathered under funnel web spiders (very poi- the kitchen, finish my coffee, and tiles into which a reptile could dis- the skylight. There it was, as long sonous) from the pool before jump- think about other things, and check appear, they told me and the attic and ominous looking as ever. Even ing in. It seems they had the de- again in ten minutes or so. space revealed traces of feathers our neighbour next door agreed that lightful ability to create a bubble Ten minutes later, the shadow had and the possibility that a reptile this certainly looked like a snake. of air around themselves and float changed position. The head had might be living there, but no trace We called Paul and true to his word happily in the pool, quite alive, moved to the side and less of the of anything now. Anyway, they told he appeared ten minutes later. while waiting for naive Canadians body was showing. I watched for an me, even if they found the snake, After viewing our shadow he mut- to dive in. endless five minutes but could not they could not touch it or remove it, tered something about it being The next house was in an older detect a trace of a wriggle or as snakes were a protected species bigger than he thought and went in neighbourhood much like the Glebe. slither. Not yet knowing a soul in Australia. They could only back out to his snakemobile (car Only five minutes from downtown the city, I felt quite isolated and protect me! actually, only I'm really getting Sydney by ferry, it was full of old not very relaxed. I removed myself At this point my husband Bob into this now) and returned with a houses and its main street looked from beneath the no longer charm- came home to find a huge emergency bigger, sturdier sack and different vehicle at the and functioned just like Bank ing skylight and focused on un- front door and a "implements." I was instructed to Street. Houses were close together, packing. When I returned about rather distressed wife. At my plea remain under the skylight and gardens were sensible Glebe sizes fifteen minutes later the shadow requesting who, in Sydney, could watch. Paul shouted shortly that it and there were few pools. Feeling had again repositioned itself. That remove snakes, they provided me had gone. "No," I called up was I instantly at home, we signed and it! had to do something. I with the number of the snake (through the skylight, I was not moved in. called the Sydney police. catcher at the Taronga Zoo. An hour venturing outdoors until this rep- The very first Monday, everyone After I had blurted out my first later, Mr. Paul Levy entered the tile was captured), "I still see it!" few went off to their school and work words the officer at the other scene, with snake emblazoned shirt, I heard Paul's footsteps heading except me. With the luxury of a end, attempting to disguise his thick canvas sack and snake catch- back towards the skylight and then ing gear. year of "leave without pay," I glee- mirth asked me, "Whereya from (I'm absolutely not beyond, over the hip roof. Then fully poured a second cup of coffee Laydee?" After I confirmed his making any of this up!) He checked there were explosions of laughter. intending to enjoy it on the lovely suspicions with my response, he the premises. No trace of snake to When he was able to speak, Paul back deck, overlooking the con- proceeded to tell me that I really be found but yes, the police were asked me to tell him if the snake tainer ship loading docks. This was had no cause for worry (na worries, correct. It probably was a python. was shaking. It was. What a cow- an old shipping neighbourhood and mate!) because if the snake was on They climb roofs, it seems. "Abso- boy, I thought, or whatever the we lived in a 200 year old wood the roof it wasn't poisonous as it lutely non-poisonous", he reas- Aussie equivalent was! He then cottage that had belonged to gen- would likely be a python and be- sured me, "but can be quite large. came down off the roof, empty sack erations of "wharfie" families that sides it would eat any mice resid- If it is living in the roof (as op- in hand, gasping through his worked loading ships in the Bal- ing in the roof. He then went on to posed to visiting) it probably will laughter that this would be his best main dockyards. Like the Glebe, say, that it would be highly un- re-emerge daily at about the same story ever. the neighbourhood had become likely that a kookaburra would have time to sun itself." The only other You see, there was a drainpipe trendy and was filled with writers, dropped a poisonous snake on my option is to start removing the ce- with a triangular cover on it over on actors and musicians, who had ren- roof. (It seems that's how they kill ramic roof tiles but as I was not the the other side of the roof. As the ovated the old houses. Our kitchen their prey) He asked again about owner he was reluctant to do this. sun moved overhead the drainpipe had Mexican tiles, wood counters, the size of the snake and assured (Rightly so! my landlord confirmed, cast a python-like shadow directly and a skylight inviting in the Aus- me that the poisonous ones tended a year later when he heard the over.... right, you got it! The tralian sunshine. I glanced up, to be small. VVhen I tried to tell story.) Mr. Levy suggested we ob- changing angle of the sun continued basking in the warm light, mug in him that I'd really prefer to keep serve the area the next day, at the to change the position of the shadow hand and noticed a shadow across the mice if he'd come and get the same time, and call him immedi- and the rest is now Balmain his- the center of the skylight about the snake, he told me that this did not ately should we see anything and he tory. thickness and shape of a garden fall within his job description and would be there within ten minutes. Noting the disappointment on our hose and ending in a rounded trian- suggested I call the Emergency At this point the kids were home kids' faces, Paul invited us all over gular shape It said "snake" to me. Squad and kindly gave me the num- from their first day at school and to his house where we could visit My whole body felt "snake" to me. ber. They arrived about an hour became wide-eyed at what was hap- his snake and lizard collection. Then my mind kicked in, assuring later judging me not to be in immi- pening "at home"! When asked Continued on page 26 me logically that this couldn't be nent danger by Sydney standards. about his fee, Mr. Levy informed me happening, not on my first day in By this time the shadow had corn- that there was none. This was a September 15 1995 Glebe Report-23

ARTS ready to go onto the canvas." He is now looking forward to sharing the Brown's Inlet through my window result with his neighbours and the After his first major solo exhibi- larger community. don last year entitled Portraits of All the works were executed in the Living Maya, Glebe artist Jaya acrylic on paper or canvas with Krishnan did not have to travel colours and textures reminiscent of again to foreign lands to find inspi- Impressionist inspired Plein-Air ration; in fact he has found it right paintings. Colour harmony along at home in the Glebe. with diffused and diminished His second major solo exhibition lighting effects convey a feeling of entitled Brown 's Inlet Through My the passage of time such as the Window will be an outdoor art transition between day and night. show to be held Sunday October 1st Jaya Krishnan and his wife from 11 am - 4:30 pm in Brown's Martha Bowers have lived on Newton Inlet Park between Holmwood and Street for the past 13 years. They Broadway Avenues at Craig Street. have two sons Nathan and Devon. Jaya says, "Paradise is not in a Jaya has been a full-time home far away land, it is right here in my care-giver for the past six years own backyard. Brown's Inlet with and manages to paint out of his own its intimate, natural beauty (the studio whenever he finds a spare interaction of sky, water and moment. These have been his landscape) was a perfect subject to "challenging years." His art is inspire a creative quest. The eclectic, ranging from still life to sights, sounds and colours of birds, surrealism. frogs, turtles, and insects or the This unique exhibition is open to occasional frenzy of splashes all Glebe residents and the general caused by carp jumping out of the public. Refreshments will be water against a blazing magical served. In case of rain another date sunset, all evoke feelings of Brown's Inlet were based on quick in his studio, re-creating Brown's will be scheduled. tranquility and contentment." sketches done last summer and fall. Inlet from the window of his imagi- There will be an official opening The 30 landscapes depicting Jaya then gave his imagination free nation and memory. "The work just address by Capital Ward Councillor various views and aspects of rein during the long winter months flowed," he said. "It was all there, Jim Watson at 1:30 pm. Red Green to perform in fundraiser for School of Dance & School of Art "Ya gotta be where the rubber perishable donation for the Ottawa I meets the road." Food Bank. Refreshments, (edible Art forAdults You won't want to be missing the and potable) may be purchased at First Annual General Meeting of the the event. &Teens Possum Lodge - Northeast Chapter There will be musical segments on Saturday, September 23 at the featuring Ottawa's Sneezy Waters Ottawa Congress Centre. and Fat Man Waving, during which Red Green, Canada's ultimate time Red Green will autograph duct handyman/pocket philosopher, and tape. Official Possum Lodge memo- the rising star of the hit TV series, rabilia will also be sold during the ki the New Red Green Show, will be the evening. keynote speaker. Aided as usual Advance tickets ($21.50 each) are by his nephew Harold, Red will available through Ticket Master Individualized Program present his thoughts on culture, 755-1111. The event is a joint chain saws and duct tape. fundraiser for the Ottawa School of Drawing/Painting The Lodge Secretary and MC from Art and The School of Dance. For After School Workshops Skit Row Comedy Club will call the recorded information call 241- meeting to order at 8:00 P.M. Doors 4391. open at 7:00 P.M., and all lodge The New Red Green Show can be Painted Word Studio members attending (that means seen on Global, CHCH, several PBS (in the Glebe) 234-1987 you) are asked to bring their own affiliates, and, the Showcase Chan- lawn chairs, and also a small non- nel. Want a jump-start into writing? Richard Taylor, author of the Monday evenings from September short story collection Tender Only 25 to November 20, from 7:30 to To One and the novel Cartoon 9:30 pm at the Glebe Community WATERCOLOUR WORKSHOP BY SANDRA HAWKINS Woods, will be offering eight cre- Centre at 690 Lyon Street S. The ative writing workshops for anyone cost is $175. For details and FOR BEGINNERS AND OTHERS who needs feedback and encourage- registration, call 786-1202. ment from a group. They take place OCT. 13, 7:30 PM TO OCT. 15, 4 PM (THE WEEKEND AFTER THANKSGIVING)

99 Fifth Avenue Court REGISTRATION BY OCT. 6TH Ottawa K1S 5K4 $95 INSTRUCTION AND REFRESHMENTS A SOURCE OF (613) 820-0783 ASA ART 238-5908 Sept. 12-23 Franz Hegmann LOCATION: THE PERTH MANOR, PERTH ONTARIO Images of Nature photographs (ACCOMMODATIONS AVAILABLE THROUGH THE MANOR AT Sept. 26-Oct. 7 Majka Broulik Second Art Show (613) 264-0050) Pastels, ink, sculpture, photographs Reception Tuesday September 26, 5-8:30 pm. September 15 1995 Globe Report-25 SCHOOL NEWS Welcome to Corpus Christi BY LUCILLE B. PUMMER, of children in the school are en- PRINCIPAL couraged to participate in this as- We are off to a great start in '95. sociation. Items discussed were: Our school population, as of the end the ways in which the PTA would be of the first week of September, is able to support the school programs 248 and continues to grow. We look and the extra curricular activities. forward to receiving the children An issue to be discussed at further who are still moving into the com- meetings is the Ministry of Educa- munity. The students have devel- tion and Training's establishment oped a wonderful welcoming spirit of Parent/school councils. as they reach out to others and ex- One of our Board's goals this year perience the wealth of talents is to systematically introduce in- brought by each new student. This formation technology to the stu- same acceptance and warmth are dents from kindergarten to high Tie vilifAcIe eit Tke etreAvm flAVt extended to our new families and school. Our school will soon be staff members. using SchoolNet through which we D 1,0,141 io TtteTe-nr rt-ox Ruvl. The students are actively engaged will be them to introducing "Across fvtcloed i14,1,9 114 Ike A0'1014141 4$ in the bilingual program (50% the Country Projects" and other English and 50% French) or the services provided by networks for KAme modified program or the program elementary school students. 4-eet for gifted learners. They are set- As we begin the year, we are re- gc-,v FoAki Code ting up their clubs and activities cruiting volunteers. Parent volun- Please make cheques payable to: for the year, such as the Enviro teers can contribute a great deal to The Terry Fox Run Regional Office Club, the Junior and Senior Choir, the school. Please consider sharing 1410 Palmerston Drive the Safety Patrol Group, the intra- your time and talents with us. If Gloucester, ON, K1 J 8P1 Tel: 748-6338 mural sports teams, the Peer Me- you have a specific interest, please diation Team, and piano, recorder call. and violin lessons. Practice for Both staff and students extend a cross country running and soccer sincere welcome to the community. ['IMAM will soon be underway. Please come and visit us at Corpus Polfflp Our Parent Teacher Association Christi School, 157 Fourth Avenue, DESIGNS met on September 12. All parents (232-9743). FEATURE continued Glebe family meets python Paul and his family showed us great municate through E-mail. On this BLOCK hospitality. He plied us with all last visit, we were all so relaxed OUT INTRUDERS the traditional Jewish recipes he that we actually held Paul's could remember from his mother! pythons, under his careful eye of "Security with Elegance" His home and yard were piled with course. I might add that Custom prefabricated glass block panels for there were windows and cages with various snakes and at no further snake incidents for the front door sidelights. least 30 blue tongued lizards lived rest of Panels for do-it-yourself installation our visit in Australia unless are available. in the back garden. To their great we deliberately went to seek them delight, our kids were allowed to out at a snake show or zoo. Nor did Call 523-7379 for a free estimate by certified professionals. carry the gentle creatures around we encounter any deadly spiders! on their shoulders. Paul also We did develop a wonderful friend- showed us a few pythons, about the ship with the Levys and left him PITTSBURGH CORNING size of the one we all thought was and Balmain with a "good story." Visa and Mastercharge accepted. living on our roof. We all got over our snake phobia, We have remained in touch with well almost . . . Paul and his family and now corn- amal UNIVERSITY mania PAINTERS yoao Lebanese food RECIPIENT OF THE MINISTERS AWARD Posture, body We are open Monday to Saturday FOR OUTSTANDING ACHIEVEMENT awareness for Lunch and Dinner Interior/Exterior Closed Sundays Quality Workmanship Breathing and Fully Insured 683 Bank Street (at Clemow) Two Year Guarantee relaxation 234-5223 Proudly Serving the Glebe for DU Years All Ages, All Levels FOR YOUR FREE ESTIMATE CALL: JAMES CLEARY Free Parking NANCY MOLITZ, Come and try a fast, healthy, 722-3375 Instructor and delicious snack at KAMAL'S WAGON, Bank & 3rd Glebe / Ottawa South Open 7 days a week (For large orders call ahead) 730-6359 239-4200 567-1951 September 15 1995 Glebe Report-26 SCHOOL NEWS GLEBE COLLEGIATE PARENT ADVISORY Glebe C.I. up & running POLICY COMMITTEE MEETING BY AMANDA FORAN by peer helpers, to familiarize the With enrollment up and school new students with the school. Soon WE WILL SET OUR COURSE FOR THE NEW SCH001 YEAR AND spirit soaring to new heights, Glebe it was time for free ice cream, fan- THE EVOLUTION OF A SCHOOL COUNCIL Collegiate sprang to life on tastic tunes and fabulous prizes as DO COME LISTEN ASK QUESTIONS AND SHARE IDEAS Wednesday, September 6th: Grade 9 the grade 9s made their way out to Day. the front campus. An appearance Thurs. Sept 21, 1995 at 7:30 p.m. After the long summer break a by the infamous Glebe Gryphon Staff Room, Second Floor, Glebe Collegiate welcoming assembly greeted the added some great comic relief and grade 9s as their first day of school all those present got a taste of what at Glebe commenced. Our it means to get involved at Glebe. principal, Mr. Thompson, gave a The day was organized by the warm address to the new students Students Council who were assisted who were then introduced to the in force by this year's Glebe lead- Students Council. The Students ership camp delegates. Council invited all the grade 9s to Thirty delegates will be whisked The Best in Interactive Entertainment go to Frank Clair Stadium and watch away to MacSkimming Outdoor Edu- the Ottawa Rough Riders take on the cation Centre from September 13- 835 Bank St. Tim Connors B.C. Lions for a Saturday afternoon 15 where they will take part in Fifth Avenue Court Peter Ives game. All were given tickets to the Glebe C.I.'s second leader- annual Phone: (613) 237-8988 game so a great Glebe cheering sec- ship camp. The camp is organized Fax: (613) 237-9006 tion was created. by and designed for students who HTTP: //WWW.CYBERUS.CA/GAMEPOWER/ Arbour

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t.* 2 Three new Grade 9 students enjoy treats at Glebe Collegiate's Ice Cream Day September 6th. Hemp pencil casesFunky Pens and Students were encouraged to get are very involved in activities at Pencils from RECYCLED MaterialAnd involved in the many clubs and ac- Glebe and who will very likely be More. 800 Bank St. in the Glebe tivities available to them within the taking a leadership role in the halls of Glebe. An upcoming ac- years to come. With ideas flying a tivities fair and assembly will mile a minutE SPORTS &SPINAL showcase the wide range of organi- between the Council and the stu- zations that exist at the school. dent body, Glebe C.I. is up and INJURY CLINIC The welcoming assembly was fol- running towards an exciting and PHYSICIANS AND PHYSIOTHERAPISTS WORKING TOGETHER lowed by an orientation session, led eventful year! SPORTS MEDICINE The Clinic focuses on the treatment of sports, back and other muscle and slceletal 11111- No referral necessary injuries. 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Septerrber 15 1995 Glebe Report-27 BOOKS Robert Service Canada's vagabond of verse children, he spent his early years ucated in England and Scotland be- bad, because the balladeer im- with grandparents and a "gaggle of fore emigrating to Canada at age 22. mortalized the wilderness of By aunts " in Kilwinning (which he His adult life was divided between British Columbia and the rugged- Sharon refers to as "the Long Grey Town" British Columbia, Whitehorse, Daw- ness of the Yukon. Within one year, Abron in his autobiography, son, Los Angeles, the South Seas Songs of a Sourdough (1907) went Ploughman into its fifteenth printing and is Drache of the Moon, 1945). In and Europe. In 1913, he settled in the 36 pages he devotes to this France and apart from a wartime still being reprinted today. But period, he dissembles, as if he were interlude in Hollywood and Van- Robert Service did not rest on his the only child, while his brother, a couver, (1940-45), he alternated laurels. Ballads of Cheechako VAGABOND OF VERSE year younger, was already on the between winters in Nice and Monte (1909) and Rhymes of a Rolling ROBERT SERVICE: scene. Then, he deliberately Carlo and summers at Lancieux in Stone (1912) were published, fol- A BIOGRAPHY fictionalizes the proper names of Brittany where he died lowed by Ballads of a Bohemian By James Mackay family members and friends. James Mackay claims Service (1921) and Rhymes of a Roughneck General Publishing, 416 pages, That dissembling continues as the could have been a master travel (1950). $39.95 (cloth) family moves to Glasgow, which he writer, because of his combination In 1913 Service married Germaine calls "the city," while the boys' of distancing and acute eye for Bourgeoin in Paris. She was 24; he Every man's dreamer, yet a true school he attends becomes "my sharp detail. Mackay is Service's was 39. Germaine was convent bred son of a strict Scottish and English school." "I was not my type," he third official biographer, and as and a devout Catholic. In 1946 he upbringing, Robert Service made a declares simply; and this key note one reads this delicious recreation reflected on his long marriage. "I tremendous effort to enjoy the un- enabled current biographer, James of a versifier's life, one can under- still have the same wife and I do not which he paralleled freedom, Mackay to interpret rather bril- stand why Carl Klinck (1976) and remember a single black eye. Of earned miraculously from his first liantly a life driven by wanderlust Wallace Lockhart (1991) might have course, every marriage is a com- slim volume of verse, Songs of a and restlessness. had different impressions of promise and to make it successful, Sourdough (1907). The work While Service chose to reveal as Canada's most famous bard. A life the female must be a champion included the two famous little as possible about his per- is hard enough to comprehend when compromiser. She must learn to get The Shooting of Dan monologues, sonal life, Mackay feels certain he the person is straight, but Service her own way by letting the man McGrew and The Cremation of Sam was extremely fond of his Aunt ilever was, and he left a trail as have his. There's an art in han- Mcgee. Agnes. Shattered by her death at devious as his poems As dling the brute and lucky is the In material terms, Service became permitted. age 38 he wrote: "She was the he put it himself he "had a wench who has it." the most successful poet of the pedes- loveliest of the family ... once she trian lifestyle supported by an au- Robert Service did not believe in twentieth century, a millionaire for brought out some delicately written tomobile income." It is rather sad divorce or feminism. In fact the his life. Born in latter half of poems and read them to me. She to see Mackay record that over the Mackay reveals that he was at heart Preston, England on January 16, said they were her own, and I years, "Service came to loathe his a fascinating prig, incapable of 1874, he died in France on Septem- thought them very beautiful." most famous creations Dan McGrew grasping firsthand life's real mis- ber 11, 1958. The eldest of ten Robert Service was raised and ed- and Sam Mcgee, intensely embar- ery, poverty, licentiousness or II MINIM Ell=11 I B I I Il I MIMIMI I II rassed by the persona which they cruelty. Service was an idealist, a conveyed." utopian of sorts, which allowed him But the discipline of the man as to write such riveting verse about ordinary folk whom he could ob- . . well as the dissembling is the Yes we have PAPER. amazing discovery in Mackay's serve as if they were under a mi- riveting biography. With Service's croscope, but from whom he always yard waste,leaf &lawn employment as a clerk at The fled. Canadian Bank of Commerce, he was Service published 800 poems by as required by the City stationed throughout British the time he was 80. It was his BAGS Columbia as well as Whitehorse and stated ambition to write at least - Dawson. Mackay writes that this 1,000 and live to 100. He did write ordinary bank clerk became the 1,000 poems but died at age 85. Canadian Kipling. Despite the As biographer James Mackay so . colonial implication, Mackay ac- poignantly reveals, Robert Service knowledges that Service was "the was and still is our famous and bard of the Yukon." He never says, great Canadian Vagabond of Verse. "Canada's Robert Service" too

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MON-WED 8:30 AM TO 6 PIVI THURS & FRI 8:30 AM TO 9 PM SAT 8:30 AM TO 6 PM SUN 11 AM TO 5 PM Sept (Tiber 15 1995 Glebe Report-28 CHURCH NEWS THE GLEBE CHURCHES WELCOME YOU Welcoming students CHURCH OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT (Roman Catholic) Fourth Avenue at Percy Street 232-4891 the Rev. Dr. Leslie Laszlo, Administrator to Glebe Rev. Patrick Connolly in Residence BY CHAPLAIN NEIL HUNTER sible, to integrate students into Rev. Dr. Leslie Laszlo, 233-8603 for Hungarian Community At Carleton University September their new home in a new city with Masses: Saturday: 9:00 AM 4:30 PM means the usual but sometimes new all the demands and responsibili- Sunday: 9:00 AM 11:00 AM 12:30 PM activity of registration, orientation ties which this invariably entails. (Hungarian) (Loop system for the hearing impaired) activities, buying books, finding We help students living in the accommodation and attending lec- Glebe find and attend the church of tures. On campus this turns the their choice. FIFTH AVENUE FREE METHODIST CHURCH quiet of August into the perpetual It is a busy time. With enroll- Fifth Avenue at Monk Street 233-1870 excitement and commotion of ment of around 16,000 full-time Minister: Rev. J.W. David McMaster, M.A., M. Div. September. students and approximately 1,700 Sunday Services Sunday School 9:30 AM The students have arrived. They of them living in residences on Worship Service 11:00 AM Evening Fellowship 6:30 PM have moved into the Glebe - some campus, accommodation is very im- FOURTH AVENUE BAP'TIST CHURCH new, some returning - and have portant. Therefore, many students Avenue at brought their own unique energy look to and locate in the Glebe. Fourth Bank Street 236-1804 Minister: E.J. Cox into this dynamic community. Within walking distance of Car- Sunday Services: Morning Worship 11:00 AM If you have not already done so, leton, the quiet neighbourhoods are please welcome the students back also very close to convenient shop- this fall. They live in the Glebe, ping, excellent restaurants and GLEBE-ST. JAMES UNITED CHURCH 650 Lyon Street 236-0617 frequent the stores and restau- lively entertainment. Pastors: Ann McKeown and Jack Nield rants, attend the churches, and add For residents of the Glebe, espe- New Ventures in Celebration 9:30 AM (Family Service) their own high energy dimension to cially those who attend Glebe Worship 11:00 AM plus the community. churches, this is always an excel- Christian Program (ages 3-13) As one of the Chaplains at Car- lent opportunity to invite students Development leton, my interest is in the well- to be part of your community and to ST. MATTHEW'S ANGLICAN CHURCH being of students. On campus the involve them in various activities Glebe Avenue near Bank Street 234-4024 Chaplains provide a variety of ser- in your parish or congregation. Rector: The Rev. Canon Lydon McKeown vices, counselling, pastoral sup- They will value your interest and Priest Associate: The Rev. Dr. John Gibaut port, worship (both Catholic and your friendship, especially when Holy Communion: 8:00 AM plus noon (2nd & 4th Sundays) Protestant) and a number of pro- assignments pile up, exams ap- Choral Eucharist & Church School: 10:00 AM grammes emphasizing a spiritual proach, and the pressure is on to Choral Evensong: 7:00 PM (first & third Sundays) dimension in a religious context. produce and excel. Weekday Eucharist: Thursday 10:00 AM Many students, expressing con- 1995-96 promises to be an ex- Counselling by appointment 234-4024 cerns ranging from homesickness to citing and demanding year. Wel- (Handicapped accessible from parking lot. Loop System) faith issues to finding new friends come and welcome back Carleton through the Christian and other students! THE RELIGIOUS SOCIETY OF FRIENDS (QUAKERS) religious clubs and societies on 91 A Fourth Avenue 232-9923 campus, come to the Chaplains' of- Neil Hunter is Ecumenical Chap- Cleric: Betty Hurst fices. We also help, wherever pos- lain at Carleton University. Sunday Service: 10:30 AM

Seniors bus trip Sept. 26 OTTAWA CHINESE BIBLE CHURCH Gracefield Presbyterian Centre is Gatineau River, explore the camp, Bank Street at Fourth Avenue (Fourth Avenue Baptist) a beautiful 240 acre site on Lac enjoy games and a sing-a-long if it Pastor: Rev. Yu-Hsiung Chen 232-5211 Castor near Gracefield, Quebec, 100 rains. There are handicap access Sunday Services: Worship 9:15 AM Sunday School: 11:00 km. north of the Glebe. paths joining the main buildings There will be a Seniors Bus Trip and the beach or more rugged trails OTTAWA CHINESE UNITED CHURCH to the centre on Tuesday September through the forest to a look-out. 600 Bank Street 594-4571 26. The cost of $25 includes lunch. You can take out a canoe or just sit Minister: Rev. Wing Mak The bus will leave St. Timothy's and chat in a screened porch over Sunday Services: Sunday School 9:30 AM Church, 2400 Alta Vista Drive at looking the lake. Bilingual Service 11:00 AM 8:30 a.m. (parking available) and then from St. Giles Church, Bank Invite your friends and relatives. OTTAWA DEAF FELLOWSHIP Total Communication Street at First Avenue at 8:45 a.m. Younger people are also welcome. Fifth Avenue at Monk Street Return is approximately 5:30 p.m. Contact Jean Currie 233-0538 or Minister: Pastor Dick Foster Enjoy the fall colours along the 235-2551. Sunday Services: Worship 11:00 AM Sunday School 9:45 AM

Anniversary Hymn Festival Oct. 1 ST. GILES PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH Bank Street at First Avenue 235-2551 On Sunday, October 1, at 7:30 pm In 1925, Glebe Presbyterian Church Minister: Rev. Duncan Kennedy there will be a Hymn Festival at entered into the United Church of Youth Coordinator: Colleen Smith Glebe-St. James United Church Canada, and then in 1971 it amal- Sunday Service: Worship11:00 AM Church School 11:15 AM (First Avenue and Lyon Street) to gamated with St. James United mark the 100th Anniversary of the (formerly Methodist) Church to CATHEDRAL CHURCH OF THE ANNUNCIATION AND ST. NICHOLAS founding of the Glebe Sunday create Glebe-St. James. (ORTHODOX CHURCH IN AMERICA)55 Clarey Avenue 236-5596 School. The Senior Choir of Glebe On October 1, the hymn festival Clergy: Father Andrew Morbey 523-1928 St.-James will be joined by the will provide plenty of opportunity Deacon Symeon Rodger 725-9215 Choir of St. Andrew's Presbyterian for everyone to sing. There will be Vespers: Wed. & Sat. 6:30 PM Matins: Sunday 9:00 AM Church for this special occasion. some special anthems sung by the Liturgy: Sunday 10:00 AM (Services mostly in English) The Glebe Sunday School, founded combined choirs, and plans are un- in 1895 by St. Andrew's Presbyte- derway to have a brass quartet en- EMMANUEL BAPTIST CHURCH (Hispanic Ministry) rian Church as a mission project, rich the worship. The public is Bank St. at Fourth (Fourth Avenue Baptist) was the nucleus around which the warmly invited to attend this musi- Pastor Rev. Pedro Morataya 741-0628 Glebe Presbyterian Church congre- cal celebration of Glebe heritage. Sunday Service: 3:00 PM Wed. Prayer Meeting 7:30 PM gation formed within a few years. September 15 1995 Glebe Report-29 If you have news call the Editor at 233-6063 or write to the Glebe Report WORDS P.O. Box 4794, Station E, Ottawa K1S 5H9 South Branch Library news BY TIM MARK Here are the "top ten" titles in demand at present in the Ottawa Public John Olson Library system: any item that we own or that is shown as on order may be reserved at no charge. Please remember that since these are bestsellers communications there vvill be a waiting list. John Grisham The Rainmaker Mary Higgins Clark Let Me Call You Sweetheart Internet Public Affairs James Redfield The Celestine Prophecy Communications Strategies Stevie Cameron On the Take Patricia Cornwell From Potters Field Speech Writing Timothy Findley The Piano Man's Daughter John Gray Men are from Mars; Women For valuable free tips, read: are from Venus The Medium and The Message: Ruth Rendell Simisola Communicating on the Net Ann Tyler Ladder of Years Danielle Steel Lightning (http://infoweb.magi.com/--o/sonj/medium.html)

You may also like to watch for these popular on order titles. 143 Fourth Avenue, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada K1S 2L3 Michael Crichton Lost World e-mail: [email protected] phone: (613) 236-5967 fax: (613) 236-9878 Barbara Taylor Bradford Love in Another Town World Wide Web home page: http:Mnfoweb.magi.corniolsony Sidney Sheldon Morning Noon and Night 1 John Mortimer Murderers and Other Friends Martha Grimes Rainbows End Tom Clancy Reality Check Mary Higgins Clark Silent Night GENERAL PRACTICE OF LAW Danielle Steel Five Days in Paris AND MEDIATION SERVICES CHILDREN'S PROGRAMMES (FALL SERIES: Please clip and save) All programmes are free of charge. Please note that pre-registration is Pegg Malpass, B.A., LL.B. required in some cases: please call us at 598-4017. Barrister, Solicitor, Notary Public SATURDAY SPECIALS Sept. 16 2 pm Peace by Peace Celebrate International Day of Peace 440 Laurier West, Suite 330 phone: 235-8274 with stories and a craft. Ages 5-8. Pre-registration 45 min. Ottawa KIR 7X6 fax: 230-7356 Sept. 23 2 pm Mad about Madeline: stories and a craft in honour of Madeline. Ages 4-8. Pre-registration (45 mins.) II.. Sept. 27 4:15 pm Mostly Magic: stories and tricks for after-school ATTENTION LITERACY TUTORS AND STUDENTS! fun. Ages 8-13 (45 mins.) Good news for literacy tutors, ESL teachers and their students. South Oct. 7 2 pm Terrific Turkeys Celebrate harvest festival with Branch now houses a selection of materials from the Alpha Ontario stories and a craft. Ages 4-8. Pre-registration (45 mins.) collection: this is to assist in teaching literacy and numeracy skills. The Oct. 21 2 pm Apple Pigs Mmmm.... Make a piglet of yourself with materials have been incorporated into our general literacy collection. If a delicious craft. Ages 4-7 (30 mins.) you need information or help in locating any item, please inquire at the Oct. 25 4:15 pm Mysterious Mysteries Put clues together and Information Desk. uncover the secrets. Ages 8-13 (45 mins.) BOOKMOBILE LAUNCH Readers may be interested to know Oct. 28 2 prn Pumpkins! Pumpkins! A pre-Hallowe'en surprise. that the official 'launch' of the new Bookmobile was held on Dress up or come as you are. Ages 3-6 Pre-registration (45 September 9 as part of the Hunt Club festival. mins.) The new unit was received on August 4 and was put into action for its first day on Babes in the Library: music, rhymes and books for babies from birth August 14. It replaces the 1976 trailer and the 1987 tractor that we been to 18 months. Mondays at 9:30 am from Sept. 11 through Oct. 2. Pre- had operating. registration. The cost of the unit was $228,000 and it holds more than 3,500 books and other materials. Bébés-A-la-biblio: musique, comptines et livres pour les bébés de la The staff are pleased and public reaction has been very positive. naissance à 18 mois, mardi à 9h40 du 12 septembre au 3 octobre. Inscription. The Bookmobile service is based at South Branch, where you will see the new vehicle when Storytime for 3 to 5 year olds. Mondays at 10:30 am. Wednesdays at parked it is not at one of the stops around the city that 10:30 am and 2:15 pm. we serve. Better still: come to a Bookmobile stop and make our Time for Twos: stories and films for two-year olds. Wednesdays at 9:30 acquaintance! A POLITE WORD.... am from Sept. 13 through Oct. 11. Pre-registration. We seem to be experiencing an increase in the number Saturday stories & films. Ages 4-7. Saturdays at 10:30 am. of parents and caregivers who give young children full rein whilst in the adult Bank Street Book Club: drop in after school for activities with a section of the library. Allowing young children to be noisy and bookish angle. Ages 12-14. Please call for details. disruptive is not fair to other patrons. We ask for everyone's cooperation. If you are a patron who is bothered by such conduct, please Solution to Cryptic Crossword speak to a staff member if the situation persists. SOV3H3001219, 3 1 1 n 3 3 3 JJ1i13HScz 21V1 0 TRANSEDITING INC. I H 11 S n d I IL

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1 S, I Ns 0 04 V ls o az d, September 15 1995 Glebe Report-30 This space acts as a free community bulletin board for Glebe residents. Drop off your GRAPEVINE message at the Glebe Community Centre inclu- ding name, address and phone no. 'For Sale' items more than $1,000 not accepted GRAPEVINE FOUND LESSONS NOTICES NOTICES * CAMERA WITH CASE - early Aug. P1ANO/KEYBOARD lessons w. exp. * CHESS WORKSHOPS FOR CHIL- * ROSEBERY AVE. STREET SALE, Sat. - Renfrew Ave., Ph. 237-5457. teacher w. reputation for making DREN Tues (Main Branch, Ottawa Sept. 16, 9:00 am - 3:00 pm 8 FOR SALE lessons enjoyable. Learn the music Public Library) & Wed. (Glebe houses & a church. West off Bank, EMERSON 19" COLOUR TV - works you like to play: pop, rock, jazz, Comm C.), 6:30 - 8:00 pm starting one block south of Queensway. well, great picture $75; Cosco classical (Conservatory exam prep). week of October 2. Chess basics * ONTARIO YOUTH CHOIR concert Fri Sept. booster seat, perfect cond. $10; Also preschool group lessons for 4- required. Contact Rochelle Han- 29, 8pm Knox Church, El- gin St. BMX tricycle, great shape, 5 yrs. Ref. avail. Call Christine dleman at 234-4032 (home) or 951- $10/$8. adjustable seat, $20. 230-3787. 234-2040. 2484 (office). NEW MEMBERS NIGHT of the 2 BAR STOOLS - $25; 2 wood base " KINDERMUSIK Preschool classes, * RENEWAL RUN-A-THON to sup- Capital Chordettes, a ladies barbershop table lamps $40, 231-4403. 18 months through 5 yrs. Also port Serenity Renewal for Families, chorus will be held Sept. LIVING ROOM SOFA & loveseat piano & theory lessons. Registered Sun. Sept. 24, 12 km run & a 5 km 12, 7 pm at Brookfield H.S. from Danté exc. cond., negotiable; ORMTA teacher, 236-2585. Family Fun Run/Walk event open to cafeteria. Info: 837-3311 or 822- 0841. single tuxedo style lounge chair, PIANO/THEORY LESSONS: exp. all & a BBQ hosted by Dave Smith off white, exc. cond. $525; Phillips piano/theory teacher now accepting For info call 523-5143. UNEMPLOYED EXECUTIVES & microwave $250; crib & change students. Teaching * INFORMATION SESSION on Foster PROFESSIONALS looking for work: studio located Operation table $125; playpen, 42" sq. $45. at Glebe-St. James United Church, Care & Adoption. Ch. Aid Soc. seeks Rainbow, a non-profit self-help group, meets Info: 234-2774. First Ave & Lyon St. Call Brian foster families for children of all at St. DOUBLE SIZED FUTON frame ages & adoptive families for Richard's Church Parish Hall, Cameron, B. Mus. at 236-0617 or corner (pine) $75. 232-0858. 225-0585. children over 5 years, for sibling of Rossland & Merivale, COMPUTER, Apple IIGS, colour PROFESSIONAL MUSICIAN/music groups & for children w. special Nepean. Wed. 1:30 - 3:00 pm. Info: monitor, printer & programmes educator (B.Mus.), 20 yrs exp. has emotional and/or physical needs. Canon Calder 2247178. $350; computer table 48"x30" $55; openings for intermediate/advanced Info session Sept. 21, 7-9pm at SUPPORT FOR ALZHEIMER 2 good quality steno chairs $50 & piano or guitar students. jazz & 1602 Telesat Court, Gloucester; FAMILIES - second Tues. of each $30; Chubb Alarm System complete classical, theory/harmony & Ottawa-Carleton residents. only month at Woodroffe United Church & good working order, $1833 new; composition. Central Glebe studio. Info: 742-1620. 207 Woodroffe Avenue, 7:30- asking $500. 230-6442. Jazz improv workshop for voice & * OTTAWA TWINS PARENTS Assoc. 9:30pm. Next date Oct. 10. Further OLD-FASHIONED TAG SALE: all other instruments. 237-4349. Sale featuring children's clothing, info: Alzheimer Soc., 722-1424. WANTED tables, chairs, bookcases, desk, CHILDCARE AVAILABLE equipment & toys, 1lam-1 pm Sept SAXOPHONE TO BORROW OR sofa, linen, knick-knacks, craft * CREATIVE CHILDCARE, loving 30 at the Woodroffe Ave. P.S. No RENT 'till Christmas or to buy a for supplies, baskets galore, etc. All exp. mother offers childcare in strollers allowed. Info: 739-8543. beginning student. Ph: 234-6418. day Sept.23. Info: 234-1011. warm, stimulating home. Music, * WIDOWED SUPPORT GROUP of GARAGE IN GLEBE for storage of KNITTING MACHINES: Brother 910 stories, creative play. Well Ottawa-Carleton meeting Wed. Sept. small summer car & a few boxes. w. ribber, Superba double-bed w. equipped, large fenced yard. 20, 7:30 pm, YM/YWCA, Rm. 137 on Call Bruce at 237-9228. motor drive, accessories & all Wholesome food. Infants to school- Volunteering. instruc.material $500; various age. Full or part-time. Exc. colour-changers $100 ea; antq. references & receipts. Second Ave. spinning wheel (walking type) $75. & Lyon St. Info/registration ph. Call 233-6990 before Sept. 26th. Jennifer 234-0646. PIANO UPRIGHT, Martin-Orme EMPLOYMENT converted from player-piano in I MARY'S CLEANING I beautifully finished * PART-TIME CAREGIVER needed cabinet with Mon.-Fri. claw-foot stool. Last tuned Dec. 94, Thirty hours a week $950.00, 233-4775. divided between 2 households. Call HONEST V SAUNA ROOM & EQUIPMENT 231-7100 or 235-0212. RELIABLE V cedar walls (6'9"), ceiling, floor, 2 REASONABLE RATES V step benches & door w. Saunamatic PIAMO LESSONS electric heater & thermostat $750. o.b.o. 235-7575. IN THE GLEBE CALL 595-5083 FILING CABINET-5 drawer, horiz., exc. cond. Best offer or trade for 3- Classical & Popular Styles 4 drawer model. Call Jim 567-9592. Beginner to Intermediate * ASSORTMENT OF PARTS for 1973 All Ages Welcome THE SEPARATION & DIVORCE MGB. Call Bruce, 237-9228. EXPERIENCE WORKSHOP CAS'I' IRON WOODBURNING STOVE Sally Robinson, B.Mus., A.R.C.T. The "Separation & Divorce Experience Workshop' will cover many topics exc. cond. $100, futon couch turns including Your Legal Rights, Children and Custody, and the Emotional and into bed $50. 235-8115. 232-2282 Social Impact of Separation. DATES: EVERY THURSDAY, FROM OCTOBER 5 TO NOVEMBER 9, 1995 TIME: FROM 7:30 P.M. TO 9:30 P.M. LOCATION: The Ottawa Court House, Jury Assembly Room MUSIC 161 Elgin Street, 3rd Floor, Ottawa COST: $75.00 (GST INCLUDED) for For information or registration, contact MichelleAssaff at (613)233-7386 YOUNG CHILDREN By Frances Balodis /A EC.. A.R.C.T.. R.M.T Qent-Awire. CLEANING PARTY SERVICE HOUSEHOLD ORGANIZERS HOME REPAIRS A Challenging and Rewarding Music Program Classical Ballet HOUSEHOLD ORGANIZING designed for Families with Cecchetti Syllabus Time to tackle the Children Ages 3 and up Creative Movement Children's Classes house - Let us help you with the basement, I, Keyboard P Singing Adults/Students Modern/Jazz/Fitness the kitchen cupboards, the windows, .1, Rhythmic Training P Sightreading Training Programmes perhaps a coat of paint on the wall! Ensemble Work , fr.: Parent Participation Directors ea Call the MYC Teachers in Joyce Shietze (c.s.e.) 10% Discount (for cleaning only) Old Ottawa South Merrilee HodginsA.R.A.D. Suzanne Lowther-McVeigh 730 7761 Celia Franca c.c.o.om Laurel 789-2246 Fran Mowbray 730 5577 203 Catherine St Maria Tombler 730 4510 Ottawa, Ontario (613) 238-7838 K2P ICI Septernber 15 1995 Glebe Report-31 41*. Glebe Neighbourhood Activities Group 690 Lyon Street, South City of Ottawa, Ontario K1S 3Z9 Ville d' Ottawa Tel: 564-1058 FX"P.-

EARLY BIRD FITNESS POTTERY STUDIO MEMBERSHIPS Wake up early and start your morning right ! Come join Deanna Woods every Tuesday and Thursday for an energetic fitness class. Low impact Studio memberships are available for individuals to have indenpant is stessed and participants are encouraged to exercise at their own level. work time. The studio is open for members whenever the community Tuesdays and Thursdays centre is open and no classes are scheduled. for information, please 6:45 a.m. - 7:45 a.m. call Pat Strickland (564-1058) September 19 to December 21 (Excluding Nov. 23 and Dec. 7) Fees: $48.00 (includes G.S.T.) Seasonal (3 months ): $107.00 (includes G.S.T ) *Oct. - Dec.; Jan. - Mar.; Apr. - June; and July -Sept.*

inceetiettraaloutt Wednesday, September 20 Open Fridays 7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. (Except when there is a youth dance - Cost: $21.40 per table or $42.80 (corner table) 2nd Friday of the month) Flea Market date: Saturday, October 14 7:00 p.m. - 12:00 a.m. 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Entrance through playground on Lyon St. For further information, please call 564-1058. For further information, please call 564-1058 (NOTE: First Youth Dance Friday, October 13)