The voice of the community for more than 60 years • May 2017 • Vol. 68, No. 5 Street mural painting at the “five corners” intersection By John Forsey Mark your calendars! On Sunday June 4, 2017, starting at 10 a.m., families are in- vited to participate in the painting of the street mural at the “five corners” intersec- tion (Ava/Eastbourne/Braemar). The Man- or Park Community Association has been working with Rideau-Rockcliffe Councillor Tobi Nussbaum on this initiative aimed at slowing traffic and beautifying the neigh- bourhood. The street mural is to be implemented in accordance with the City of Ottawa’s Street Mural program. In the event of inclement 57 Ride team pumped and ready-to-go during the June 2016 ride. Ryan McCrickard; Mark Smith (back row); John Gomes; weather or other unforeseen events, it may be Jonathan Hoffman, Norm Milley and Tim Burston. Photo: Courtesy of John Gomes necessary to postpone the event, likely to June 11. Any postponement will be announced on the MPCA Facebook page and on Councillor 57 Ride team to ride for Roger Neilson House Nussbaum’s website. (inspired by the lives of Phoebe Rose progressive, life-limiting illnesses. as well as fund the first-ever, summer Come and meet our contest winners, and Jonah) Travelling the back roads and accom- day camp at the house. Manor Park residents and twin sisters Shan- panied by the ‘Blister Bus’ driven by “This ride is all about being part non and Cailie McClement. The sisters have By Sharleen Tattersfield Tim Burston and Ryan McCrickard, of a team that’s dedicated to giving created a beautiful and original design that, the ride will end at the RNH finish back to the community by raising once painted on the street, will have a lasting Four local cyclists will soon gear up line on Smyth Rd. in Ottawa. funds for Roger Neilson House,” for the fourth annual 57 Ride. Travel- Ties to Roger Neilson House are says John Gomes, a founding 57 Ride impact on our neighbourhood. ling 450 km from Toronto to Ottawa, close with the riders and their sup- partner along with his riding partner, Children will be invited to participate in the June 22 to 25 event marks the sec- port team inspired by the lives of two Norm Milley. “I now have my own the painting. The principle is similar to a giant ond year 57 Ride has raised funds and young children, with links to Manor young family and appreciate just how paint-by-number kit. This is an opportunity awareness in support of Roger Neil- Park, who recently passed away. healthy my girls are. It’s rewarding to not to be missed if you want your children to son House (RNH) — a unique Ottawa Jonathan Hoffman and Mark Smith give back and help raise awareness.” enjoy a unique experience. facility providing paediatric palliative will ride in memory of their children, Throughout the year, John, who Although the intersection will be closed care for children and their families. Phoebe Rose and Jonah, respective- also volunteers with the Chronicle to vehicles on this occasion, please ensure The riders — Jonathan Hoffman, ly ... both families having received delivery team, organizes community that children under 12 are accompanied by John Gomes, Norm Milley and Mark timely, supportive care and services events to raise money and awareness an adult. We hope you take the opportunity Smith — have set as their goal to raise from RHN. Funds raised this June for 57 Ride ... now linked to the Ot- to meet some neighbours, help beautify our $17,500 and, in the process, to build will help establish a music therapy tawa Senators Foundation. neighbourhood and have some fun. awareness of this special place that program; support bereavement coun- “I’m very grateful to John for ap- helps children and families facing selling; provide playroom materials >>CONTINUED ON PAGE 5 INSIDE Manor Park Plant Sale Columns Etiquette Matters 20 Saturday, May 20, 2017 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Business Buzz 12 Meet Your Neighbour 41 Corner of Braemar Street and Hemlock Road (near the front of Manor Park Public School) Canine Chronicles 34 MPCC Programs 21 • Annual Flowers • Hanging Baskets Community Bulletin Board 44 Chronicle Essay 8 • Herbs & Veggies! Dogs in the ’Hood 35 Sports 32-33 Proceeds support the Manor Park Public School Home and School Association for student activities. Cash/Cheque only. Page 2 • Manor Park Chronicle May 2017 May 2017 Manor Park Chronicle • Page 3 Sugar Festival: celebrating spring at Richelieu Park By Sharleen Tattersfi eld The 2017 Sugar Festival week- end, held April 1 and 2, was a great success. Festival go- ers enjoyed hearty lumber- jack breakfasts and a Sunday brunch; taffy on snow at the Sugar Shack; listening to folk and Cajun-style music; meet- ing close-up with sled dogs and petting-zoo animals; partaking in the delights of horse-drawn carriage rides and the thrills of the lumberjack contest, the bouncy castle infl atable and the Taking in the sights and delights, were antics of the many, animated two Manor Park families: Renee, son The line-ups were long for ‘Taffy on Snow’ at the Sugar Shack served up by students from the UOttawa’s Centre for Global street performers. Spirits were Rowan (left) and husband Matt (far and Community Engagement. 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