Discover the many choices that went into Karsh’s photography, from pose to final print. Groups of ten or more adults can reserve these photography-focused tours of the new exhibition, Karsh: Image Maker. Group rate admission: $4.50/person Reservations required — minimum one week in advance Booking Information: Portrait Gallery of Canada Tel.: (613) 944-1741 portraits@lac-bac.gc.ca

A showcase of emerging artists, not to be missed! On display from June 25 to July 26, 2009. Vernissage June 25, 2009 from 5-8 p.m. OSA Gallery, 35 George St. Free admission/everyone welcome!

Hundreds of world class jazz musicians from around the world come to Ottawa for this ten day festival.

Charity Yoga in the Park- Drop-ins welcome! Every Thursday from 5pm-6pm. Behind the Adult Highschool on 300 Rochester St in Ottawa. All money raised going to Big Brothers/Big Sisters Ottawa.

Ready for a galactic voyage? Take off on a mission to discover the secrets of meteorites, from June 27 to September 7 at the Canadian Museum of Nature. Follow the asteroid belt between Mars and Jupiter. Dive into awe-inspiring meteor showers. Get a close-up view of lunar and Martian meteorites, the rarest in the world. Fun for the whole family. The Canadian Museum of Nature is located at 240 McLeod Street (corner of Metcalfe) in Ottawa. "Riding with Meteorites" is a a co-production of the Musée minéralogique et minier de Thetford Mines, the Musée de la nature et des sciences and the Musée du Fjord de La Baie.

Indiana Jones had to get his start somewhere! Children will learn basic archaeological skills during this four-week series at the Billings Estate National Historic Site. W1: Discover artefacts in a mock dig. W2: Learn how to identify objects and understand their stories. W3: Determine the age of artefacts. W4: Discover the route artefacts take from in the ground to on display. Every Thurs. & Sun. in July, starting July 2. $6/child, registration required. For more info, call 613-247-4830 or visit Ottawa.ca/museums. 2100 Cabot St, Ottawa .

Charity Yoga in the Park- Drop ins welcome! *Running every Wednesday from 7-8pm from now until August 12th by the black train in front of the Science and Technolgy Museum, 1867 St.Laurent Blvd. *Running every Thursday from 5-6pm from now until August 13th behind the Adult highchool on 300 Rochester St. Suggested 2$ donation. all money being raised will be given to Big Brothers/Big Sisters of Ottawa. No experience necessary. Everyone welcome.

30th Edition of the 4H Showcase, running July 3-5, 2009. It is a 4H dairy youth event comprised of some educational components, a dairy show competition and evening entertainment. Please contact EBI for more info, 613-258-5944 or marketing@ebi.ca

Help the Billings Estate National Historic Site grow a new garden and learn about the life of plants and the importance of farming. Every Fri. in July, starting July 3. $6/child, registration required. For more info, call 613-247-4830 or visit Ottawa.ca/museums.

Dressed To Klown The Coolest Kiss there is, Come and check em out at Grace O'Malleys July 3rd 2009, 1151 Ogilvie Road, Ottawa, On. Phone# 613-842-0220 Doors open at 8:00pm. Presented by, Marquee Productions 613-422-4547

A Company of Fools proudly present this summer's Torchlight Shakespeare production - Much Ado About Nothing! Much Ado is Shakespeare's timeless comedy chock full of romance and treachery, plot twists and turns, wit and nitwits. The Fools turn Ottawa city parks in to the gardens of Messina as we follow the tale of two couples - one pair has each other's heart, the other are at each other's throats. Join us in parks throughout the City of Ottawa July 3-Aug 10 to see who wins the race to the altar! Tickets are "pass-the-hat-and-and-pay-what-you-can" ($10 suggested). Bring your own bug spray, lawn chair and blanket. Visit www.fools.ca for full schedule and more information or call 613.421.2720.

Much Ado About Nothing is Shakespeare's timeless comedy chocked full of romance and treachery, plot twists and turns, wit and nitwits. Ottawa city parks turn into the gardens of Messina as the story follows two couples-one pair has each others heart, the other are at each other's throats. Find out who will win this race to the altar this July and August "Pass-the-Hat-and-Pay- What-You-Can" ($10 Suggested) Beginning July 3 and running most evenings to August 10, 2009 See website for locations and alternate start times www.fools.ca

Join the celebration of science and technology in Canada at the Canada Science and Technology Museum. Visit the Helen Sawyer Hogg Observatory, enjoy science experiments and hands-on activities as you walk in the footsteps of great Canadians. Hear traditional legends in our inflatable planetarium and listen to beautiful Canadian folk music. 613-991-3044

Much Ado About Nothing is Shakespeare's timeless comedy chock full of romance and treachery, plot twists and turns, wit and nitwits. Ottawa city parks turn in to the gardens of Messina as the story follows two couples - one pair has each other's heart, the other are at each other's throats. Find out who will win their race to the altar this July & August! Tickets are "Pass-the-hat-and-pay-what-you-can" ($10 suggested); bring your own bug spray, lawn chair and blanket.

Help Build a Church Concert An exciting concert in an enchanted setting. Featuring “The Allison Lupton Band” & Special Guests, “Gracenote” July 12th, 2009, 2:00 pm. Don’t miss this opportunity to enjoy a vibrant afternoon of music to be held at Saunders Farm and also enjoy all this this amazing entertainment spot has to offer . Your Tickets price of $20.00 each or $50.00 a family ($25. and $60. after July 1st) includes: * an most entertaining concert featuring 2 exciting groups * admission to Saunders Farm (normal admission, $12.99 each or $48.00, family of four) * the satisfaction of knowing you’re helping to build a church

Become a junior naturalist and explore the great outdoors this summer at Pinhey’s Point Historic Site. Every Saturday in July discover the wonders of nature through interactive and hands-on workshops. Learn all about plants and herbs including those that are edible, medicinal, and ones to watch out for! Learn about the geohistory of the site including rocks and fossils. Learn about birds and discover all the wildlife found in your own backyard. A guided walk of Pinhey’s Point will uncover the many different species found throughout the beautiful park and shoreline. Registration is required for all programs. Cost is $6 per person; $10 for two, $15 per family (max 2 adults). For more information and registration call 613-832-4347 or visit Ottawa.ca/museums.

The annual CVMG Vintage Motorcycle Rally at St. Albert Cheese Factory Grounds St. Albert Ontario just off 417 Limoges exit. Saturday July 4 at 9:30 am. Various Awards for all brands of Motorcycles and Scooters 16 years and older. Admission is $5.00 which includes donation to Camp Quality " Lifting the Spirits of Children with Cancer" Please come out and help send a child to camp this summer. Vendors welcome. For more information see www.cvmgottawa.com or admin@cvmgottawa.com

What? Stag & Doe Party When? Saturday July 4 from 8PM to 1AM Where? At the Curling Club in Carleton Place (http://cpcc.ovca.com/) How much? Tickets are $5 each and can be purchased at the door. Why? For fun and you get to help support a young couple! Come out and meet some other fun people, dance to groovy music, play games and drink inexpensive booze! More information at the link below.

The Main Farmers Market will be hosting a free Strawberry Social on Saturday July 4th,2009. Come and sample locally grown strawberries with cake and whip cream at the peak of strawberry season! There will be a hat making craft and a best hat contest for the kids. Donation can be made in support of the Children’s garden, a community run garden that provides educational activities for children. The Main Farmers’ Market runs every Saturday from May 9 until October 31, 2009 on the grounds of Saint Paul University, Ottawa

Hamnett Kirkes Pinhey was a pioneer with a vision! Join us for Discovery Days on July 5, 12 and 19 from 1 to 3 pm at Pinhey’s Point. Participants will see how pioneers grew their own food in order to be self-sufficient in the Pioneers and Food Workshop. They will also see and use some old-fashioned hand-held tools in the Power Technology Workshop. In the 3 R’s Workshop, participants will explore how basic everyday waste was reused, recycled and ultimately reduced. Games, crafts and hands-on activities will help participants understand how the needs of pioneers were not so different from our needs in 2009. Cost is $6 per person; $10 for two, $15 per family (max 2 adults). For more information call 613-832-4347 or visit Ottawa.ca/museums.

The New Era of Communication View original 1920s and 1930s era films at the Cumberland Heritage Village Museum and witness the great technological changes in the field of communication that occurred during the early 20th century. See period equipment in operation and get hands-on with history exploring the children’s discovery area. Sunday, July 5, from 10am to 5pm. Admission: $7/adult, $5/student, $18/family. For more information, call 613-833-3059 or visit Ottawa.ca/museums.

NLP Practitioner Training July 6 - 12, 2009, Ottawa, Canada Use NLP to make a difference in your life or to assist others to make a difference in their lives. NLP is a great resource for individuals, managers, coaches, parents and those in the helping professions – anyone looking for personal improvement or assisting others with personal change. For more information, see www.renewal.ca or contact Roger at info@renewal.ca

Mini-City Mini-Models Create a miniature model of a fantastic city! 6 to 10 July 2009 Children 8 to 13 years old will dream up and explore an imaginary city through the creation of its many components. Participants will engage in a variety of art activities, from inventing a hidden world under the city through paintings and drawings, to constructing buildings and structures out of cardboard and paper, to sculpting the landscape out of paper maché. Visiting artists will lead children in specialized workshops focused on the creation of their mini-city mini-models.

Tues July 7 at the Elmdale Tavern, Ottawa, 8:30 pm. Roots, blues, jazz, classics, originals. No cover, licensed. Check out a video here (piano): http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r4_21S7eQIY ... or for something funny and different -- the newest music video, BAD ACTOR BLUES, is here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yqaKndTYjz8. Enjoy the show! For more music and info, please visit http://www.makingnecro.com/guy.html Cheers!

This award winning, ten-day multi-staged music extravaganza is the largest Blues Festival in Canada and the second largest in North America. Thousands of national and international performers are featured in and around LeBreton Flats.

Revera Retirement is delighted to be working with Pfizer Canada for our Health & Wellness lunch & Learn Series, to bring local seniors exceptional guest speakers on various topics through the summer. Join us for a complimentary informational presentation on 10 Tips to Maintain a Healthy Brain on July 8th from 11-1pm at Sterling Place Retirement Residence 2716 Carling Ave RSVP by calling 613-829-6572 Presentation followed by complimentary a "Heart Smart" luncheon.

Your unforgettable evening boat tour includes a 2½ hour sunset cruise on the Ottawa River accompanied by a delicious buffet style dinner catered by restaurant Le Panache. $73.75 (all taxes included) Please book with myself. Véronique Jérôme 613-241-8811 x2

The 4th Annual Christmas in July in support of the Christmas Exchange will take place July 8th, 6:00 to 9:00 am at the Fallowfield Transit Station. It will be a breakfast BBQ consisting of peameal bacon and turkey bacon on a bun, granola bars, juice and coffee served by volunteers, local politicians and VIPs. Confirmed VIPs include Councillor Steve Desroches, Councillor Jan Harder, and Police Chief Vern White. Santa will be there, too. The breakfast is free but donations will be collected in support of the Christmas Exchange to provide food hampers and food vouchers to those in need during the holiday season. All are welcome, so be sure to join us for a morning of Christmas fun and merriment. Thank you to our sponsors Enbridge Gas Distribution Inc., Mattamy Homes, EMC Nepean/Barrhaven, ‘A’ Ottawa, Ross’ Your Independent Grocer, Starbucks, and OC Transpo. For more info, contact the Christmas Exchange at 613-226-6434 or visit www.christmas-exchange.com.

Your unforgettable evening boat tour includes a 2½ hour sunset cruise on the Ottawa River accompanied by a delicious buffet style dinner catered by restaurant Le Panache. $73.75 (all taxes included) Please book with myself. Véronique Jérôme 613-241-8811 x2

Join our beer connoisseur, Geoffrey Skegg’s Friday July 10 from 7:00 to 9:30 pm at Pinhey’s Point. Raise you glasses and relax at this hands-on evening of local microbrewery beer tasting. Learn about the history of 19th century home based brewing while also learning about the art of “tasting”. Cost is $30 per 19 + person. Reservations required. For more information call 613-247-4830 or visit ottawa.ca/museums.

Welcome to the St. Lawrence Shakespeare Festival!
 As we enter our seventh year of producing Shakespeare on the banks of the St. Lawrence river, we are excited to announce our 2009 season.
 If you’ve never been to Prescott before to experience our unique riverside amphitheatre, we hope you’ll take the opportunity this summer to take advantage what is fast becoming the premier outdoor theatre experience along the Seaway.
2009 will bring The Taming of the Shrew and Measure for Measure to life on stage from July 11th to August 15th, 2009.
 Performances are Tuesday through Saturday at 7pm, with Saturday matinees at 2pm and Sunday Series matinees at 2pm.

Come out for a day of beach volleyball in the sunshine at Monney's Bay Beach, Saturday July 11th, 2009.

@ Jack Purcell on Elgin @6:30pm. Everyone is welcome, whether you're vegan, vegetarian, or non-vegetarian, but please ensure that the dish you bring is free of animal products- that includes any animal flesh, eggs, dairy/cheese, honey, gelatin, carmine, etc. Admission is $1 for NCVA members, and $3 for non-members to cover facility rental.

Saturday 11 July to Friday 24 July 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. • Brilliant Buttons Forget hiding! Stand out by designing and creating your own original camouflage button. As part of its presentation of Camouflage the Canadian War Museum is presenting a wide range of fun, creative and informative activities and events that will explore and go beyond the themes and content seen in the exhibition.

FREE SEMINAR REVEALS 7 WAYS TO GAIN CONTROL OF YOUR LIFE IN ANY ECONOMIC CLIMATE! During this FREE one-day seminar, professional and Certified Success Coaches illuminate the path so you can immediately begin to create and attract the life that you and your family truly desire. To register or for more information, go to www.keystotheuniverse.com Saturday, July 11th, 2009 Time: 10:00am - 4:30pm Location: Travelodge Hotel & Convention Center Street: 1376 Carling Ave. City: Ottawa, ON

Live Las Vegas style entertainment. Fun money casino tables. Glitz, Glamour, Fun onboard the Empress of Ottawa. Tom Jomes* Impersonator Lou Nelson. For bookings, please call Véronique Jérôme at 613-241-8811 x2. There’s you, then there’s the Vegas you! Capital Cruises will bring the excitement, fun, glitz and glamour that only our Vegas Night River Cruise can add to your evening out. Featuring live Las Vegas style entertainment and music by our in-house disc jockey, Capital Cruises transforms the Empress of Ottawa into a floating Las Vegas lounge. So pull up a seat to the bar or at one of our “fun money” casino tables and take in the live entertainment. Speaking of live entertainment . . . it wouldn’t be Las Vegas if Tom Jones* wasn’t aboard to entertain you! Yes he’ll be here singing his greatest hits and making you ladies swoon with his sexy moves! Once again, Capital Cruises leads the way in, on the water entertainment, aboard the Empress of Ottawa!

AnimalFest 2009 is in support of Big Sky Ranch, Animal Sanctuary. All proceeds go to support the unwanted and abused animals who have found their way to Big Sky Ranch. The Fest includes many bands, raffles, pony rides, buggy rides, silent auction table, and much more. Located beside the Canadian Tire Store, Kemptville we open at 11:00 and go until 6:00. For more information check the flier on our website.

Celebrate the work of firefighters, paramedics, and police officers of the City of Ottawa! Join us for a day of fun in commemoration of those who risk their lives for our safety and security. Hands-on participation and demonstration. Volunteers are needed for this event. If interested please contact Danièle Hamonic at 613-580-2424 extension 19042. Sunday, July 12, from 10am to 5pm. Admission: $7/adult, $5/student, $18/family.

Walk, Run, Hike, or Bike with Team Diabetes!!! Join us July 14th at the Canadian Diabetes Association Office from 6:30-8pm for a Team Diabetes Information Session and learn more about our exciting upcoming events including: Honolulu, Disney, Iceland, Rio and so much more! Team Diabetes- Canadians helping Canadians with diabetes Whatever the distance, whatever the destination, Team Diabetes participants not only increase public awareness of the disease, they inspire their communities to get active and involved. They create lifestyle changes that reduce the risk of obesity and type 2 diabetes, while raising funds in support of the research, education, advocacy, and programming that the Canadian Diabetes Association delivers in communities across Canada. Team Diabetes participants are local heroes working to prevent diabetes at home and abroad Questions? Call Nicholas at 613-688-5929 Nicholas.Watters@diabetes.ca

Revera Retirement is please to invite local seniors to our 1st annual seniors picnic. Join us on July 14th from 11-3pm at the Ron Kolbus lakeside Gardens (Britannia Beach). This complimentary day of fun will inlcude a BBQ lunch, entertainment with Dominic D'Arcy and Alex & Kira. Lots of activities, games and prizes. Complimentary tickets will be available starting June 8th at any one of Revera's 13 Residences in Ottawa including Stittsville Villa, Kanata Place, Robertson House, Sterling Place and Central Park Lodge etc... Space is limited for this event and tickets are required to gain entry. Contact Christine at 613-864-6026 for more information. Hope to see you there!

Come and learn about our quality small group expedition cruises to the Antarctic Peninsula and our Arctic adventures. We will also showcase our great range of itineraries in Patagonia - an area of South America often combined with a cruise to Antarctica.

Revera Retirement is delighted to be working with Pfizer Canada for our Health & Wellness lunch & Learn Series, to bring local seniors exceptional guest speakers on various topics through the summer. Join us for a complimentary informational presentation on The Benefits of Walking & Physical Activity on July 15th from 11-1pm at The Edinburgh Retirement Residence 10 Vaughan RSVP by calling 613-747-2233 Presentation followed by complimentary a "Heart Smart" luncheon.

On Friday July 17, join the Canada Science and Technology Museum in the evening for a free star party and get an up-close look at the wonders of the night sky (weather permitting). 8 p.m. to 10 p.m. 613-991-3044

The City Chase is a unique urban adventure that requires participants to exhibit teamwork, resourcefulness, determination and the ability to make decisions on the fly as they search for ChasePoints scattered in unknown locations throughout the city. ChasePoints are designed to test teams with a variety of physical, mental, and otherwise adventurous challenges. Visit the link below to register your team of two.

Family Fun Day 1K,10K and Indoor Activities. Location Ben Franklin Dome Saturday Sept. 19,2009 9am-1pm Kids will receive a passport in which they will gain stamps from participating in days events, to gain prizes! Rays Reptiles, Spring Action, Junkyard Symphony, Wellness Experts, Fitness Stations, Silent Auction and Grand Prize Raffle of 2 West Jet Tickets! 10K- You can begin anytime or join in the 10 week countdown beginning Saturday July 18, 09 prior to The Blast Off Event Day. Kids will do 9 fitness blocks of 1/2 hour of their choice weekly tracked on their fitness log. Each 1/2 hour = 1K. The more total kilometers achieved by all participants the more money raised for Chilren At Risk. Join us for this fun filled day. www.blastoffkids.ca for fitness log , registration & info Cost of 1K or 10K= $20 includes T-shirt and admission to indoor events. Cost of Indoor Events only=$10. All proceeds to Children At Risk Brought to you by www.optihealth.ca

Become a junior naturalist and explore the great outdoors this summer at Pinhey’s Point Historic Site. Every Saturday in July discover the wonders of nature through interactive and hands-on workshops. Learn all about plants and herbs including those that are edible, medicinal, and ones to watch out for! Learn about the geohistory of the site including rocks and fossils. Learn about birds and discover all the wildlife found in your own backyard. A guided walk of Pinhey’s Point will uncover the many different species found throughout the beautiful park and shoreline. Registration is required for all programs. Cost is $6 per person; $10 for two, $15 per family (max 2 adults). For more information and registration call 613-832-4347 or visit Ottawa.ca/museums.

Big Brothers Big Sisters Ottawa, Best Buy and Boston Pizza Nepean invite you to a Bowling with Best Buy Party! When: Saturday July 18 from 1pm to 5pm Where: Merivale Bowling Centre (1916 Merivale Road Ottawa) FREE bowling! FREE pizza from Boston Pizza Nepean! Face painting! A chance to meet Lionel and Taggy (Boston Pizza and Best Buy mascots! Please register with Sameera by email, sameerab@bbbso.ca, or call 613.247.4776 ext. 300.

Participate in the International Year of Astronomy. Enjoy hands-on activities throughout the Museum, explore the night sky in our inflatable planetarium, safely observe the Sun (weather permitting) and visit the Helen Sawyer Hogg Observatory. 613-991-3044

PUSH Music Industry Arts is a youth-centric music organization mandated to provide music learning and performance opportunities for adolescents in the Ottawa area and beyond. We're releasing our second CD and celebrating it with an all-ages open mic session! Date: Saturday, July 18, 2009 Place: Rochester Pub (502 Rochester St., Ottawa) Time: 8pm - 11:30pm Cover: $5

Country Music Jamboree July 19th,2pm to 8pm. Live music. $10 for non-members. information call Bernice 613-224-9888 or Rita 613-826-2566

Jamboree, Sunday July 19th at 2pm - 8pm. $10. non-members. Music by Kings Creek, Elise and Co. Osgoode Musicians. Info. call Bernice 613-224-9888 or Rita 613-826-2566

Celebrate the music of the 1930s outdoors at the Billings Estate National Historic Site. Bands and dancers will take to the stage while other activities will keep the family busy on our scenic grounds! Sun. July 19, 3-9pm. Cost $20. For more info, call 613-247-4830 or visit Ottawa.ca/museums. 2100 Cabot St, Ottawa .

Cumberland Heritage Village Museum’s 2nd Annual Car Show Calling all vintage vehicle enthusiasts! Spend the day with some of the finest pieces of machinery the car industry has ever created at the Cumberland Heritage Village Museum. See the vintage vehicles of the museum, explore our children’s discovery area or enjoy a picnic on the scenic grounds. Sunday, July 19 from 10 am to 5 pm. Admission: $7/adult, $5/student, $18/family. For more information, call 613-833-3059 or visit Ottawa.ca/museums.

Orchestras in the Park is a series of free outdoor concerts presented by the National Arts Centre Orchestra and the National Capital Commission. Join us for the third edition, July 23 to 26, 2009, and enjoy a musical sunset in the park.

Inspired by the magic, mysticism, mystery and captivating allure of travelling carnivals from the 1930’s, Carnivàle Lune Bleue is an all-senses escape to another time and place. Stepping beyond the brightly-lit front gate of Carnivàle Lune Bleue is to become immediately immersed and entirely engrossed in a colourful, gritty, authentic, surreal and frequently bizarre all-evening entertainment extravaganza. Shimmering lights illuminate a movie-like setting and lead the way through a magical night time journey that promenades through a vintage midway with vintage rides, tempting skill-testing games, remarkable reptiles, a museum of monstrosities, curiousities and myths and, so much more.

The Ottawa Turkish Festival will be open to general public free of charge from 2:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. on Friday July 24, 2009 and from 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. on Saturday July 25, 2009 and on Sunday July 26, 2009 (3 days) at Confederation Park in Ottawa. Free live performances will take place. The Festival will display Turkish art, folk dance, music and gourmet food, where visitors will get an opportunity to celebrate, learn, and savour Turkish hospitality, culture, heritage and cuisine. Visitors will be able to browse and buy Turkish products, souvenirs and handcrafts, participate in activities for children, view many authentic demonstrations and performances, sample Turkish cuisine, and do much, much more at the Festival.

The Ottawa International Chamber Music Festival is the largest chamber music festival in the world and one of Canada's most important cultural events. Music lovers travel from every continent to attend concerts in beautiful heritage churches. The festival features the very best musicians from across Canada and around the world.

This event is open to everyone who is open-minded & friendly to vegans. ;0) It's also great for those who are lactose intolerant - lots of dairy-free ice cream! Diner Food buffet - board/card games - Sundae Bar towards the end of the evening @ Shafali's Kitchen downtown on Nelson. Please see the website for all details.

OTTAWA INTERNATIONAL CHAMBER MUSIC FESTIVAL (July 25 – August 08) The Ottawa Chamber Music Society presents the 16th Ottawa International Chamber Music Festival featuring chamber music of the highest possible artistic standard. Chamberfest 09 offers over 90 indoor and outdoor concerts performed by over 250 internationally renowned artists. Venues include some of the city's most beautiful churches and heritage sites that will impress new fans and aficionados alike. This year’s headliners include James Ehnes, Jon Kimura Parker, Donna Brown, Gryphon Trio, the St. Lawrence String Quartet, and Anton Kuerti. Visit www.chamberfest.com or call 613-234-6306 for pass and ticket prices and information.

Saturday 25 July to Friday 7 August 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. • A Passion for Fashion! Camouflage has moved from the battlefield to the runway. Show off your inner designer by creating paper doll fashions. As part of its presentation of Camouflage the Canadian War Museum is presenting a wide range of fun, creative and informative activities and events that will explore and go beyond the themes and content seen in the exhibition.

Roast hotdogs and marshmallows as you gather around a crackling campfire and listen to stories on the beautiful shore of the Ottawa River. Thematic stories will include summer vacation and more. Saturday, July 25 from 6 to 7:30 pm at Pinhey’s Point Historic Site. Cost is $6 per person; $10 for two or $15 per family (max 2 adults). Children under 5 get in for free. For more information call 613-832-4347 or visit ottawa.ca/museums.

All Aboard! Calling all vintage vehicle enthusiasts! Spend the day with some of the finest pieces of machinery the car industry has ever created at the Cumberland Heritage Village Museum. See the vintage vehicles of the museum, explore our children’s discovery area or enjoy a picnic on the scenic grounds. Sunday, July 19 from 10 am to 5 pm. Admission: $7/adult, $5/student, $18/family.

Join us at the Billings Estate National Historic Site for a week learning about pioneer life and conducting an archaeological dig! Two days will also be spent exploring outdoors at Pinhey’s Point Historic Site and at the Cumberland Heritage Village Museum circus camp. Transportation is provided by the museum. Mon. July 27 – Fri. July 31, 9am-4pm. $120/child, ages 6 & up, registration required. For more info, call 613-247-4830 or visit Ottawa.ca/museums. 2100 Cabot St, Ottawa .

Crystal will be appearing at Chapters South Keys on July 28th at 10:30am, as part of their weekly storytime program. Families can come to hear a reading of When I Visit the Farm, followed by a drawing activity for children with Crystal Beshara. South Keys Shopping Centre 2210 Bank Street Ottawa, Ontario K1V 1J5 Canada (613)521-9199

Ottawa premiere of the 55-minute documentary that profiles the journey that Imani Vocational Training Centre in Tanzania is making towards complete sustainability and self-reliance. Filmmaker Greg John will be at the screening for a Q & A following the screening. For more information visit www.operationimani.com Where: Mayfair Theatre When: July 30th, 7:15pm

Join us in Ottawa, Canada's capital city, for the first-ever Rideau Canal Festival — a fun-filled 4-day celebration of this important landmark waterway and UNESCO World Heritage Site. Heritage, boating and cycling experiences will be central to this active outdoor event. And the Festival is committed to being the first 'zerofootprint' festival ever staged in Canada — with special initiatives designed to help reduce and offset greenhouse gas emissions produced during the four days to zero.

Learn about the strange medical practices of the 19th century during this evening performance. Witness the pains patients were put through to treat toothaches, headaches, amputations and more. Decide whether these treatments worked or made things worse! Fri. July 31, 8-10pm. $10/person (includes tour of “Drink This, Take That” exhibition). For more info, call 613-247-4830 or visit Ottawa.ca/museums. 2100 Cabot St, Ottawa .

The 14th annual fireworks competition at Lac-Leamy in Gatineau. Shows on Aug 1st (Spain), Aug 5th (Germany), Aug 8th (Italy), Aug 12th (Portugal), and the Grand Finale on August 15th.

Step right up! Experience the wonders of a 1920s and 1930s circus with Dr. Kaboom. It is a great opportunity to see clowning skills, acrobatics, balancing and creative arts. Sunday, August 2 from 10 am to 5 pm. Regular admission (special fee for the circus show admission). For more information, call 613-833-3059 or visit Ottawa.ca/museums.

Join the Council of Heritage Organizations in Ottawa to celebrate Ottawa’s founding father, Colonel By, with a fun-filled day of heritage activities on Monday, August 3rd, 2009 from 11:00AM-4:00PM at the Bytown Museum. Activities include: cookery demonstrations, lace making, musketry demonstrations, flax and linen weaving, rug braiding, Scottish dancing, Aboriginal drumming and music by Northern Voices, blacksmithing, professional face painting, tabletop exhibits from local heritage groups and museums, Celtic Cross Commemoration Ceremony, costumed characters, and free admission to the Bytown Museum!For more information, visit www.choocopo.ca or call 613-562-0405.

The Lumière Festival is a chance to celebrate the magic and beauty of light! The Lumière Festival is a well planned and safe lantern festival, based on similar festivals throughout the world and designed so that the region can be creative and come together for a night of calm and enjoyment. Whether you are on your own or with your family, a teen or a senior, this Festival will AMAZE you, mostly because of the imaginative lanterns you, your friends and neighbours have created from some tissue paper and bamboo. Children are delighted to be part of the magic, fairy wings bumping behind them as they proudly carry their very own jam jar lantern.

Saturday 8 August to Friday 21 Augustb10 a.m. – 4 p.m. • Cover your Tracks Soldiers have used footprint decoys to throw enemies off their trail. Put your crafty skills to the test and make your own fake footprint. As part of its presentation of Camouflage the Canadian War Museum is presenting a wide range of fun, creative and informative activities and events that will explore and go beyond the themes and content seen in the exhibition.

The tournament’s proud tradition of raising funds to help youth in Ottawa continues in 2009. As one of CAYFO’s premiere events, it promises to be a great day of networking and golf! Child & Youth Friendly Ottawa (CAYFO) is an Ottawa based charity dedicated to the promotion and advancement of children and youth in our community. All proceeds from the Mayor’s Annual Charity Golf Classic go towards our programs. Our website www.cayfo.ca has details on them all. For more information, call 613-244-3803 or email golf@cayfo.ca.

World Expeditions invites you to discover the South American countries of Ecuador (including the Galapagos Islands), Peru and the legendary Inca Trail, Bolivia, and more. There are many options available for travellers on a World Expeditions trip to South America - from easy journeys of discovery to challenging extended treks in the High Andes.

Roger Ellerton will be signing copies of his book "Live Your Dreams Let Reality Catch Up: NLP and Common Sense for Coaches, Managers and You" and speaking on the topic: Taking Charge of Your Life. How important is communication to your success in life, career or relationships? Attend and learn tips/insights that you can use immediately. Date: August 12, 2009, 7:00pm to 9:00pm at the NLP Training Centre, 8B Sweetnam Drive, Stittsville, Ontario. To reserve a seat at this event, please contact us at info@renewal.ca or visit www.renewal.ca. There is no charge for this event.

Live a day the Greek way, August 13th to 23rd. Featuring fine Greek cuisine, desserts & coffee, traditional Greek dnaces, a guest Greek dance troupe, live music, the Zorba show, special theme days & nights, Greek cooking demonstrations & more!

Come enjoy the culture of the Caribbean at Caribe-Expo. Check the website for details as the event draws closer.

Launch into summer and explore the science of rocketry at far-out hands-on activities at the Canada Science and Technology Museum. See how technology has changed over the years, experiment with amazing rocket technologies, try your hand at launching a rocket, and discover how rocketry contributes to your life. 613-991-3044

Revera Retirement is delighted to be working with Pfizer Canada for our Health & Wellness lunch & Learn Series, to bring local seniors exceptional guest speakers on various topics through the summer. Join us for a complimentary informational presentation on 10 Tips to Maintain a Healthy Heart on August 19th from 11-1pm at Coloenl By Retirement Residence 43 Aylmer Ave RSVP by calling 613-730-2002 Presentation followed by complimentary a "Heart Smart" luncheon.

SuperEx is Ottawa's big fair, centrally located in Lansdowne Park. As Ottawa's largest annual community event, SuperEX works closely with many communities to present a varied mix of programming, exhibits and entertainment designed to reflect not only the Ottawa of today but the region's past as well.

The Ottawa Folk Festival is held in the middle of August in beautiful Britannia Park in Ottawa's west end. The Festival has been recognized as one of the "Top 50 Ontario Festivals" by Festival & Events Ontario. Our 2009 festival will be held from Friday August 21st to Sunday August 23rd. The Ottawa Folk Festival features a beautiful Main Stage, 7 simultaneous daytime stages, vendors offering handmade crafts, instruments and top quality fair trade products, a food court with mouth-watering ethnic and festive foods, and jaw-dropping sunsets. And some great music!

The Ottawa Reggae Festival is a three-day music festival in downtown Ottawa at Lebreton Flats Park. The festival showcases live performances from some of Canada's best musical artists and from international artists.

Bring your family, friends and neighbours as we dance with thousands to salute those who have lived- and are still living- through the cancer journey! The festival will take place on Bank Street from First Avenue to Fifth Avenue from 12:00p.m. to 9:00p.m. The streets will be closed down to enjoy live music, dance performances, interactive dance sessions, organic food tasting and lots of activities for the kids! During the event, the Ottawa Regional Cancer Foundation is calling on all dancers by presenting the very first Dancer for Cancer - Amateur Dance Competition! There will be categories for all types of dancing, and you can enter as a solo, duet or group member with a maximum of 6 participants per team, with an entry fee of $25 per group.The competition will begin at 12pm on the main stage located at Bank St. and First Ave. See if you have what it takes to be the Dancer for Cancer Champion! Register early as the deadline is noon on June 22, 2009, and only 30 entrants will compete! (This is an amateur event therefore no professionals allowed to compete.) Come take part in an event that will have the entire city up off their feet! For more information about the Dance Competition, contact: msabaye@yahoo.ca For more information about the event, contact: tbeechey@ottawacancer.ca

NIGHT OF CHAMPIONS Sunday, August 23, 2009 Rideau Carleton Raceway 6:00pm ---------------------------------------------------- On August 23, 2009 the National Capital Region Harness Horse Association in association with Rideau Carleton Raceway proudly presents its second annual “Night of Champions”. The night features 10 memorial races honouring some of the Ottawa Valley’s racing pioneers. In addition, there will be four non-betting amateur races. The main event on the card is the Coville Cup Drivers Challenge, named in honour of the tracks reigning hero and winningest driver of all time, Darrell Coville. Nine drivers from Ontario, Quebec and the United States will compete in a one day five race driving tournament. Most driver tournaments feature the most experienced and most notorious drivers. However, the Coville Cup introduces less experienced drivers many of whom only recently obtained their drivers licenses. The aim of the tournament is to showcase young drivers to Rideau Carleton’s racing fans and give new drivers the chance to compete against drivers of similar experience and ability on the big stage. To conclude the evening, a number of legends in the sport of harness racing will be profiled. All proceeds from the evening will support the Shepherds of Good Hope. The Night of Champions will be an exciting evening for the whole family. All races will take place at Rideau Carleton Raceway beginning at 6:00pm. For further information on this event please contact the NCRHHA office at 613-822-6819.

Saturday 22 August to Monday 7 September 10 a.m. – 4 p.m • Animals Do It Best Camouflage is a natural adaptation for many animals. Get creative with your own animal art project. As part of its presentation of Camouflage the Canadian War Museum is presenting a wide range of fun, creative and informative activities and events that will explore and go beyond the themes and content seen in the exhibition.

When: Sunday, August 23rd 2009 Where: Falcon Ridge Golf Club – Ottawa, Ontario Why: Day of golfing fun, great prizes to be won... and it's for a good cause! Cost: $400 per foursome (includes 18 holes, 2 golf carts and full buffet afterwards) To register, please email ottawa.scc@gmail.com or call Mathieu at 819-923-6267.

Scotiabank Place, Ottawa August 26-30, 2009 Showtimes: W - F 7pm | Sa 11am, 3 & 7pm | Su Noon & 4pm * Walking With Dinosaurs is an educational, fun family event! Based on the hit BBC television, series, it brings to life several dinosaurs and educates while it entertains.

Host: Big Brothers Big Sisters Ottawa Type: Causes - Fundraiser Time: 7:30pm - 11:00pm Location: Lago (Vista Room) Street: Dows Lake Pavilion City/Town: Ottawa, ON Phone: 6132474476316 Email: cindys@bbbso.ca A BIG reason to put on your game face, dress up for a prestige event and give hope to children/youth in Ottawa. Tickets are $50 if purchased in advance and buy you $500 in BIG money (play money) for gaming. Be prepared for a fun night with great entertainment and incredible door prizes. At the end of the evening, you can use your winnings to bid on exciting live auction items. Dave Smith is our celebrity auctioneer. A limited amount of tickets will be available at the door for $60.00 which entitles you to $500 in BIG money. Must be 19+ to attend this event. Contact Stacey Charles, staceyc@bbbso.ca or 613.247.4776 ext 311 to purchase tickets. Contact Cindy Smith for more information about the event, sponsorship or to donate to our live auction.

Looking to experience fitness in a fun, new way? Come out and join us for over 2 hours of great music, hot moves, prizes, and heart-pumping fun - it's "exercise in disguise"! Dancers and non-dancers alike - be ready to sweat, listen to fabulous music and leave with a smile. Tickets are $20 before August 28th or $25 at the door (space permitting). Doors open and Zumbawear Clothing goes on-sale at 8:30 a.m. then it's partytime at 9 a.m. Contact Andrea at 613.863.6225 or info@trinitytraining.ca for more information or tickets. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to the Heart & Stroke Foundation.

First annual charity polo match for Pet Rescue. Visit our website for full details.

The Fallingbrook Badminton Club offers it’s members a relaxed, friendly environment for all levels of play. Whether you are a beginner, or a seasoned player you will find challenging games which are certain to keep you in shape. The club is a not-for-profit organization which is financed by the contributions of our members. The operation of the club is run exclusively through volunteer efforts. Membership - $150

Playing host in Pakenenham, the Plein Air Painters of Lanark County have invited artists from the Ottawa Valley and surrounding area to converge on Pakenham all day Saturday to paint outdoors throughout the village. The public will be able to join in the fun by watching individual artists work and move from painter to painter through out the day. Saturday evening, there will be an exhibit of the day's work at RiverRidge Studio, Pakenham. An artists' reception will be held from 6pm - 9pm, where the public will be invited to come view/purchase the paintings and meet the artists. For more info: http://www.sharonfox.ca/paintout.html

Discover the latest works of local artists and artisans: learn a bit of local history: pick up some accents for your garden and treat yourself to some homemade baking. Do all this at the Discovery Tour in North Gower/Kars on Sept 12 and 13 from 10 to 5. This year's tour has 21 participants at 11 stops, all within an 8-km radius of North Gower, just 30 minutes southwest of downtown Ottawa. Admission is free. Door prizes. Brochure/Map at www.northgower.ca click on 'businesses' (anngruchy@yahoo.ca or 613-489-3748

Agri-tour invites you and your family to visit some of the unique farms of Eastern Ontario (The Lower Ottawa Valley). Rain or shine Agri-Tour will take place on September 12-13 and 19-20. Farmers welcome you to open house visits on two successive weekends from 10:00 a.m. to 4 :30 p.m. Agri-tour est un circuit de fermes uniques à visiter, en famille, dans l'Est ontarien (Vallée du Bas de l'Outaouais). Lieu le 12-13 et 19-20 septembre 2009. Les entreprises agricoles vous invitent afin que vous puissiez découvrir, goûter et vous familiariser avec leurs produits. Les visiteurs sont bienvenus entre 10 h et 16 h 30, le samedi et le dimanche.

Revera Retirement is delighted to be working with Pfizer Canada for our Health & Wellness Coffee & Cake Series, to bring local seniors exceptional guest speakers on various topics through the summer. Join us for a complimentary informational presentation on How Naturopathic Medicine Can Improve Quality of Life for Older Adults on September 16th from 2-3pm at Queenswood Villa Retirement Residence 370 Kennedy Lane RSVP calling 613-830-2633.

A Country Fair - Where Town and Country Meet. September 17 through 20 at the Richmond Fairground.

Ottawa Turkish Music Ensemble and Montreal Turkish Music choirs will present a clasical Turkish Music concert conducted by one of Turkey ’s well known musicians, Ismail Hakki Fencioglu. Address: St. Paul Trinity United Centre 427 Bloor St. West, Toronto Date: September 19, 2009 @ 8:30pm For ticket information please contact bilge46@gmail.com Have a joyful time with the rich band and the chorus.

Come on out to the 146th annual Carp agricultural fair for the midway, live entertainment, and more. Great family entertainment.

Join us for a special music concert featuring local artists donating their time to aid in raising money for colon & prostate cancer. There will be a silent auction and many other activities. Sep 24, 2009 4:00 pm (Thursday Tucson's - The Best in Food & Music 2440 Bank Street Ottawa, ON K1V 0T7 Only $10!!!! In support of the Queensway Carleton Hospital Foundation. More information at: www.musicforlifeconcerts.org

The Metcalfe Fair is an annual agricultural fair held in Metcalfe Ontario, a town located about 15 miles south of Ottawa, Ontario, the Capital City of Canada. This fair has been held in the fall of each year since 1856.

Join us in the Penthouse at the Crowne Plaza at 7pm for a cocktail reception to experience a taste of the Big Apple with incredible art work, smooth sounds of jazz, and unique New York style foods! Tickets are $100 each or two for $150 (includes $50 tax receipt). Visit www.bbbso.ca to order tickets or inquire about sponsorship opportunities. Joignez-vous a nous dans le chic 'penthouse' du Crowne Plaza afin de croquer dans la Grosse Pomme l'instant d'une soiree. Un cocktail tout Newyorkais meuble d'oeuvres d'art en vogue, anime par des airs de jazz et service avec amuse-gueule au style de Manhattan! Les billets se vendent à 100$ chacun ou deux pour 150$ (incluant un reçu de 50$ aux fins de l'impôt). Pour commander des billets ou demander un parrainage, visitez le www.bbbso.ca ou composez le 613.247.4776, poste 311

Join Big Brothers Big Sisters Ottawa (BBBSO) in the Penthouse at the Crowne Plaza for a cocktail reception to experience a taste of the Big Apple with incredible art work, smooth sounds of jazz and unique New York style foods. This year's event will feature incredible artists selling original art work and include a silent auction. Joignez-vous aux Grands Frères Grandes Soeurs d'Ottawa (GFGS) le vendredi 2 octobre, 2009 dans le chic « penthouse » du Crowne Plaza afin de croquer dans la Grosse Pomme l’instant d’une soirée. Un cocktail tout Newyorkais meublé d’œuvres d’art en vogue, animé par des airs de jazz et servie avec amuse-gueule au style de Manhattan.

Fabulous cocktail, unique live and silent auctions, indulging packages, spectacular art and much more! A dazzling cabaret themed evening hosted at the Great Canadian Theatre Company, to raise awareness and research funding for all women's cancers. For more information contact: tbeechey@ottawacancer.ca

The Ottawa International Animation Festival (OIAF) is the largest of its kind in North America, attracting film buffs, art lovers, filmmakers, and cartoon fans from around the world to the nation's capital.

Jeff & Sheri Easter Saturday October 17, 2009 7 PM Metropolitan Bible Church 2176 Prince of Wales Drive Ottawa, Ontario From the Bill Gaither Homecoming Tours For more info: www.gospelsingscanada.com

An interactive celebration of the word in all its forms including fiction, poetry, non-fiction, song writing, screen writing and play writing. Leading authors and thinkers from across the country and around the world, participate in interactive events for all ages and tastes in both official languages.

NLP Practitioner Training October 19 - 25, 2009, Ottawa, Canada Use NLP to make a difference in your life or to assist others to make a difference in their lives. NLP is a great resource for individuals, managers, coaches, parents and those in the helping professions – anyone looking for personal improvement or assisting others with personal change. For more information, see www.renewal.ca or contact Roger at info@renewal.ca

Revera Retirement is delighted to be working with Pfizer Canada for our Health & Wellness Coffee & Cake Series, to bring local seniors exceptional guest speakers on various topics through the summer. Join us for a complimentary informational presentation on How Naturopathic Medicine Can Improve Quality of Life for Older Adults on October 21st from 2-3pm at Central Park Lodge Retirement Residence 2370 Carling Ave RSVP calling 613-820-7333.

The Ontario Institute of the Purchasing Management Association of Canada (OIPMAC) will be holding its 12th Annual Conference at the Hampton Inn Ottawa & Conference Centre in Ottawa, Ontario from October 23 to 24, 2009. This year’s conference will address the increasing impact supply chain practitioners have on influencing corporate success and maintaining a competitive advantage in today’s global market. More than ever, supply chain is seen as playing a critical role in all organizations. Our theme, Supply Chain…Capital Decisions, examines the impact supply chain managers have on influencing an organization’s performance. Concepts and ideas will be introduced to assist in making informed and educated decisions to facilitate growth and ensure corporate sustainability. The OIPMAC conference is an ideal platform for examining new business trends and leading practices in supply chain management. Our conference attracts close to 300 supply chain professionals who are mid- to senior-level management representatives. Our participants come from a wide range of public and private industries and business sectors.

Lebanorama is a three-day festival that showcases the wealth of Lebanese performing arts and artists in Canada. The festival's mandate is to highlight performers of traditional and contemporary Lebanese music, dance and theatre and celebrate the excellence of Lebanese artists whose work in mainstream art forms has generated national and international attention.