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Ottawa hosts the Junos: Getting the teens involved
Event aims to introduce youth to nominees
By Adam Feibel, The Ottawa Citizen
All Ages Juno Affair
When: 6:30 p.m., Friday, March 23
Where: Mansion Nightclub, 400A Dalhousie St.
Admission: $20 at the door
Mansion Nightclub will host a special all-ages party March 23 aimed at getting 14- to 19-year-olds excited about the Junos.
The All Ages Juno Affair will include music by Juno-nominated artists, a Juno promo reel, dance battles and a red carpet with celebrity-style photography. The goal of the event is to supplement the Juno celebrations, with an event that is as universal and accessible as possible, especially to a younger audience. The Junos officially kick off at the National Arts Centre March 28 and end April 1 with the awards show at Scotiabank Place
Read more: Getting the kids involved, Event aims to introduce youth to nominees
1st Annual Spring Celebration
Ottawa Chamber Music Society requests the pleasure of your company at its First Annual Spring Celebration for the benefit of the 19th Ottawa International Chamber Music Festival Wednesday, the twenty-first of March at seven o’clock
Tickets: $35
- Cocktail reception at seven o’clock
- Greetings and live music performance at seven-thirty
- Fundraising silent auction throughout the evening
The Gordon Harrison Gallery
495 Sussex Drive, Ottawa, Ontario
Business attire
Music provided by Carissa Klopoushak
Due to the intimate size of our venue, tickets are limited for this exclusive event. RSVP by March 16, 2012 to:
Tricia Johnson
613.234.8008 x225
tjohnson@chamberfest.com | Chamberfest Spring Celebration
The National Women’s Show
The ultimate girl’s day out! Shop ‘til you drop at over 250 exhibits and find everything from food and wine sampling, fashion shows, celebrity guests, free makeovers, health, wellness & beauty secrets, cooking demos, home renovation advice and travel ideas!
Make a day of it! Bring your friends, sister, daughter or mom and be entertained doing everything you love. Enjoy great deals and show specials, shop for well-known brands or find a unique piece of clothing or jewellery at one of the many boutique exhibits. Experiment with a new look, ask the experts for advice about hairstyles, make-up and fitness and see fashion shows for the latest style trends for night, day, work or play! Experience all the fun.
When: April 14-14, 2012
Where: Ottawa Convention Centre
Read more: The National Women’s Show
Game plan for huge Kanata music fest goes to city: Residents fear traffic, safety issues
By Tony Lofaro, Ottawa Citizen
Capital Hoedown organizers have submitted a draft plan to the City of Ottawa detailing how they will move the tens of thousands of pedestrians and motorists expected to descend on a Kanata park for the three-day music festival in August.
The plan includes details on transit options for the site, traffic management surrounding the park area, a schedule of festival events and the stage setup at Walter Baker Park, where country superstars such as Taylor Swift, Brad Paisley and Reba McEntire are scheduled to perform.
It’s the first time the festival will be held there and nearby residents and soccer groups have expressed concern about traffic and damage to parkland. The 2011 Hoedown, held at LeBreton Flats, attracted 47,000 fans.
Read more: Game plan for huge Kanata music fest goes to city
More than 80 acts added to Juno Fest: Event provides intimate venues for fans to see musicians
Tony Lofaro, Ottawa Citizen
More than 80 acts including Kardinal Offishall, Anvil, Azari + III, DSisive and The Rural Alberta Advantage have been added to Juno Fest, one of the big events to be held during Juno Week festivities in Ottawa, the Canadian Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences (CARAS) announced Tuesday.
Juno Fest takes place March 30 and 31 at 16 area clubs, churches and halls and will let music fans see Canadian artists perform in an intimate setting.
Other artists scheduled to perform at Juno Fest include Blue Rodeo frontman Jim Cuddy, Jason McCoy, Hollerado, David Gogo, Monkey Junk, Jimmy Rankin, Kardinal Offishall, Mighty Popo, Austra, Silver Creek, Swollen Members, Tara Holloway, Suzie Vinnick, The Fiftymen, Good Lovelies, Wayne Petti (Cuff the Duke) and KENmode. The participating venues are Babylon, Bronson Centre, Cafe Dekcuf, Irene’s Pub, Elmdale House Tavern, Ritual Nightclub, The Rainbow Bistro, Club SAW, First Baptist Church, Dom Polski SPK, Mavericks, Mercury Lounge, Raw Sugar Café, The Great Canadian Cabin, The Lounge and The Velvet Room. Wristbands are $30 each for all club shows and individual tickets – ranging from $12 to $20 – will be available at the door of each venue. Performances start at 8 p.m.
Full story: More than 80 acts added to Juno Fest
Women’s day event celebrates females in non-traditional roles
By Jessica Cunha, YourOttawaRegion.com
Dreams come true.
That was the message delivered by Erin Shannon, a seven-year veteran of the Ottawa Fire Department, at the International Women’s Week event hosted by Kanata South Coun. Allan Hubley on March 7.
“I worked hard to gain the respect of my colleagues, not because I was a girl but because I was a rookie,” said Shannon. “I am proud to protect our nation’s capital.”
Read more: Women’s day event celebrates females in non-traditional roles
Diane Deans hosts International Women’s Day Event, connects girls, inspires future
By Eddie Rwema, Ottawa South EMC
EMC News – It has become an ingrained tradition for Ottawa women to gather to celebrate past achievements and future opportunities.
For 16 years, Gloucester-Southgate Coun. Diane Deans has hosted the International Women’s Day annual breakfast.
“International Women’s Day is a wonderful opportunity to celebrate the accomplishments women have made both globally and locally,” said Deans.
Read more: Diane Deans hosts International Women’s Day Event, connects girls, inspires future
LAW & DISORDER – A Legal Comedy Debate!
In Support of the Ottawa Arts Court Foundation
Featuring John Wing Jr., Pierre Brault and Mark Ertel
Thursday, March 29, 2012 from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Arts Court, 2 Daly Avenue, Ottawa, ON K1N 6E2
Ticket Price: $150 (the charitable portion $100 tax receipt)
Includes: 1 beverage of choice, substantial hors d’oeuvres and entertainment.
Call 613-569-4821 ext. 234 to purchase tickets
Plus fantastic packages up for bidding!
Read more: LAW & DISORDER – A Legal Comedy Debate!
Pretty in Pink: Fine Wine, Fine Desserts, Fine Art
Who doesn’t love fine wine, delicious desserts, and great artwork? Take a night out with friends and come by the C3 Centre for a wonderfully informative presentation on wine pairing. Share your love of wine with Volunteer Ottawa’s family and friends.
This year, there are two wine tasting presentation times to choose from (both presentations will pair the same wines/desserts):
We are excited to celebrate great local wine, food and art with the Ottawa community.
Location: 1155 Lola St, Ste 201, C3 Centre, Ottawa, ON K1K 4C1
Date: Thursday, April 26, 2012
Time: First Tasting - 6:00-7:15pm and Second Tasting – 7:30-8:45pm
Cost: $25.00
Read more: Pretty in Pink: Fine Wine, Fine Desserts, Fine Art
Win Bronze Passes for TD Ottawa International Jazz Festival
The TD Ottawa International Jazz Festival is giving away two Bronze passes to a creative soul ($350 value). The 2012 Festival features some of the finest musical talent from around the world, and this is your chance to see as much of it as possible. Simply submit a haiku poem inspired by jazz, the Festival or anything loosely related, to evan@ottawajazzfestival.com to enter the draw. Here’s mine:
Summer is coming,
Better get your tickets now,
For Jazz Fest 2012,
Winner will be announced via facebook and twitter March 25.
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