Every spring, Ottawa's finest buildings open their doors to the peering eyes of the public. For two days only on the first weekend in June you can unabashedly let your curiosity get the best of you.

 

Get to know our City better and visit some of our finest buildings including the East Block, Parliament Hill, the Experimental Farm, Radio Station CKCU, the Diefenbunker, the former Union Station, the Vernon Museum ... You can view the entire list of open buildings at www.ottawa.ca/doorsopen  or call 311.

 

The City is proud to join forces with Waste Management to host a one-day mobile Household Hazardous Waste Collection Depot. The depot will be held from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at Waste Services Inc. This depot provides a convenient way for you to help keep the environment free of hazardous household waste.

Date:               Sunday, June 7th

Location:          Waste Services Inc.
                       3354 Navan Road, south of Innes Road

For a complete listing of acceptable household hazardous waste, visit www.ottawa.ca/hhw.
 

From May 31st to June 6th, Canadians will be celebrating Environment Week with this year’s theme being “Living Green”. The City of Ottawa is moving forward with a number of activities that help residents improve the environment at home, at work and in the community.

 

Take it Back! – To safely dispose of products used in your home you can often Take it Back!, including non-rechargeable batteries that can now be returned at many City facilities. For product return information and a list of over 500 partner retailers visit www.ottawa.ca/takeitback. Did you know you could return paint products and batteries to various Ottawa hardware retailers? Visit www.dowhatyoucan.ca for a location near you.

 
Clean Air Day! - OC Transpo will once again offer a special fare deal on Clean Air Day to encourage residents in the National Capital to try transit. On Wednesday, June 3rd, transit riders who pay a fare can bring along a friend for free. This special one-day offer encourages residents to leave their car at home and try transit as a more environmentally friendly way to get to work or school. By choosing smart alternatives like public transit, residents can help protect the environment by reducing the number of vehicles on the road, which helps reduce pollution and traffic congestion.

 
HIDDEN TREASURES: “GIVE AWAY” WEEKEND

 
The City of Ottawa is sponsoring a “Give Away” program this weekend. On Saturday June 6th and Sunday June 7th, residents are asked to put unwanted items at the end of their driveways. Just mark them “FREE” and let treasure hunters tour neighbourhoods to find those hidden gem.

 

 
On Wednesday, June 17th at the Greely Community Centre, Kay Johnston and I are hosting the Annual Osgoode Ward Seniors' Dinner. Join us at 6:00 p.m. for a fine dinner and lots of fun.
For details, please call Kay Johnston at (613) 821-2666 or our office at (613) 580-2490.

 

 
Angels in Action will be tempting your taste buds on Sunday, June 28th as they host their first Strawberry Social at Ottawa City Hall’s Jean Piggott Hall.  In celebration of Angels in Action Day, as proclaimed by the City of Ottawa, guests will be treated to heavenly desserts and a “strawberry dessert challenge” featuring culinary students from Algonquin College and local chefs.

 

The cost is adults $10 (children under 10 - $5) with proceeds going to Ovarian Cancer Research and Patient Care.  Sittings are available at noon, 1:30 p.m. and 3:00 p.m.

For tickets, information or to volunteer, please call (613) 826-0906 or (613) 596-5077 or visit www.angelsinaction.ca.

 

Osgoode Village Community Garage Sale 

 

June 6th is the date for the Osgoode Village Community Garage Sale.  Maps will be available at various locations -  Julee’s Homecraft, Pats Pit Stop and Foodland -  all on Main Street, as well as other locations around the village.                                                                                                                                   

If you haven’t obtained your garage sale kit to get on the map, pick one up at one of the 3 locations mentioned.

 

 
Holy Trinity Anglican Church in Metcalfe is hosting a Victorian Tea on Saturday, June 6th from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. Hats are optional.
For information, please contact Marjorie Stanley at (613) 233-1556.

 

 
In celebration of the 100th Anniversary of Women's Institutes in Carleton District, there will be “A Retrospective Millinery Fashion Show” at the Alfred Taylor Recreation Centre, 2300 Community Way, North Gower. This event takes place on Sunday, June 7th from 1:00 until 4:00 p.m. and includes displays of hats, history of Women's Institutes, Tweedsmuir history books, and a play entitled “Home and Country”,  presented by the Rural Roots Theatre. Enjoy tea, desserts, draws and prizes. Come, Celebrate and Wear a Hat!
For tickets at $10.00 per person, please contact Ruth Kennedy at (613) 832-1044 or Myra Kelly at (613) 821-2959.

 

 
Vernon's 11th Annual Village Garage Sale is scheduled for Saturday, June 13th beginning at 8:00 a.m. until noon - rain or shine.  There will be sales throughout the village, with 40-50 homes participating again this year. Bake tables, BBQ lunch, drink stands, kids stuff, antiques and more - something for everyone!
For more information, please contact Kim at (613) 821-3033.

 

The 8th Annual Gigantic GreelyGarage Sale will be held on Saturdya, June 13th from 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. at the Greely Community Centre.   Donations of household items can be dropped off at the CommunityCentre on Friday, June 12th between 8:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.  All proceeds will be directed to CHEO.

For information, please call Anita Snelgrove at (613) 614-8257 or visit http://giganticgreelygaragesale.wordpress.com.

 

Metcalfe Co-operative Nursery School  

                                                                               
Summer Camp registration is ongoing - Sign up for 1 week or more. Weekly camps run from July 6th to August 7th.  For more information, call (613) 821-3196.
Our fall registration for the 2009 / 2010 school year has begun. To register, please contact the school at (613)-821-3196.  

   

 
Knights of Columbus Council 8092 will be holding their 7th Annual Open Charity Golf Tournament on the 7th of June at Falcon Ridge Golf Course, off Albion Road. Join us for a fun golf tournament - great golf, shared golf cart and steak dinner - just $100 per person with a $30 tax receipt or just come for dinner!  

For more information: burnbent@hotmail.com.

 

CFS Leitrim MS Golfathon

On  June 8th, Canadian Forces Station Leitrim will host its 8th  Annual Multiple Sclerosis Charity Golf Tournament (Charity # 107746174RR0004).  The event will be held at the "Manderley on the Green" Golf Course, rain or shine.
We solicit your support for the 2009 MS Golf Tournament.  Your contribution will be greatly appreciated.  We hope you will extend your support to us by sponsoring a hole and / or prize donations.

 
If interested, submit all donations to:
Sharron Dewan-Aiken
CFNOC DND
Training Coordinator
Phone:613-945-6455 ex 7703
Fax: 613-945-7733
SHARRON.DEWAN-AIKEN@forces.gc.ca

 

Golf Registration
The entry fee is $80.00 / player (for all non Leitrim Mess Members), but if you would like to have a team participate we could use the Leitrim Mess Members entry fee of $75.00 / member (usually teams of 4).   The day will include a buffet breakfast at the course, all golf fees, cart, and a dinner which will be served at CFS Leitrim Mess.  Please submit individual name and / or foursomes and payment to;
Sgt Tom Rodden-Aubut
Phone: (613)-945-3128
Email: Rodden-Aubut.TM@forces.gc.ca

 

 
The Canadian Army Veterans are hosting a 3-day “Bikes in the Bay” Rally in Campbell’s Bay, Quebec starting on Friday, June 12th at 7:00 p.m. with a parade and a whole host of activities on Saturday and Sunday.
For more information or to register, please call (819) 648-5811, email: veteranssecours@hotmail.com or visit: www.bikesinthebay.com.

 

ITR is currently in the process of choosing a director and producer for their upcoming fall production.   We will entertain any recommendations for scripts that are in the comedy or face genre by persons interested in directing.  Production dates are November 6th - 14th, 2009.

Please contact us at 613-860-1291, or by email justjannie@rogers.com if you are interest in becoming part of a fun group.

 

 
Date:      Wednesday, July 15th        
Time:      2:00 p.m. - Shotgun Start
Location: Metcalfe Golf & Country Club 

 

Presented by Flagstick Golf Magazine, this tournament is in aid of the Osgoode Township Care Centre. Over $37,900 has been raised to date. Please join us to SUPPORT YOUR COMMUNITY. The cost is $80.00 per person, $65.00 without cart.

 

The Day Includes:
-18 Holes of Golf
- Registration Gift for Every Golfer
- Door Prizes (1 for every 2 Golfers)
- Roast Beef Dinner in Hickories Restaurant
- Silent Auction
- Hole In One, Putting, Trivia, Hit the Green and other Contests

 

Register by calling (613) 821-3673 or emailing info@metcalfegolf.com.

 

                                                                     
Nepean Rideau Osgoode Community Resource Centre is starting a new program. Please tell your colleagues and friends about the Healthy Relationships Men's Group. Topics for discussion include: healthy adult relationships, assertiveness, healthy communication, anger solutions, stress management, self care. The meetings will be held on Mondays from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m., May 25th to June 29th at the Nepean Rideau Osgoode Community Resource Centre, 541-1642 Merivale Road. For more information or to register, contact Sheila Norquay at (613) 596-5626 ext. 228.

 

Metcalfe and District Ringette Registration: Now Being Accepted 

 

You may register in one of two ways: by mail or in person.

 
Mail:         Registration forms and general information about registration can be found on the MDRA website under Resources www.mdra.ca. Registrations and payment can be mailed to:
MDRA                                                                                                                                                

P.O. Box 429                                                                                                        

Metcalfe, ON  K0A 2P0

 
In Person: Saturday, June 27th at the Metcalfe Community Centre, Hall, 9:00 a.m. - 12 noon.

The registration deadline is June 30th. After that date, registrations will be placed on a waiting list. Hurry and register soon, spaces are limited!
For more information on the MDRA, please go to www.mdra.ca or call Registrar, Pat Johnston at (613) 821-1157 or registrar@mdra.ca.

 

News from O-YA
(Osgoode Youth Association)

 

Hours of operation, programming, volunteer opportunities, community events and much more can all be found at www.o-ya.ca. Come on by!

 

 
The Osgoode Youth Association is a charitable, non-profit organization  which has always relied on the generosity of a small group of financial supporters. However, in this tough economic climate, we are finding it especially difficult to secure sustainable funding. As such, the O-YA Centre is reaching out to you, our local community, for support.

In a campaign called “Community Cares”, O-YA is asking community members to make monthly financial contributions to O-YA (where you choose the amount), enabling us to continue providing our young people with an outstanding place to grow, learn and play. O-YA is a precedent setting youth centre, and it is part of your community. Can we count on you to be one of our supporters?

For your monthly contribution (by pre-authorized bank debit, Visa or MasterCard), you will receive an annual tax receipt, and the satisfaction that comes with being a part of a caring community. To sign up to support “Community Cares”, or for more details, please contact O-YA at (613) 826-0726 or o-yacentre@rogers.com.

Three days a week (Tuesday 5:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m., Thursday 5:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. & Saturday 2:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.) the O-YA Centre is opening its doors for Junior Youth ONLY (ages 10 - 15) with special programming and events targeted especially to this age group. Scheduled events will include: creating a book from scratch for publishing, crafts, sports and exercise activities, guest speakers, self esteem workshops, dinner and a movie days and more!

 

Ready to Learn Program
The Ready to Learn Program started again on Monday, May 25th and will continue on Mondays and Thursdays for 5 weeks.

 

First Words Screening Clinic
First Words Screening Clinic will be held on Saturday, June 20th from 9:00 to 11:30 a.m. at the Live & Learn Resource Centre, 8243 Victoria Street. First come, first served.

 

Summer Fun Day
Come join us for our year end celebration on Friday, June 26th from 9:00 to 11:30 a.m. in the courtyard at 8243 Victoria Street. 

 

NEW Upcoming Playgroups: Fridays
June 5th  - PAT - Parents as Teachers program (children 0 – 3)

June 12th  - Infant Massage

June 19th  - Toddler Playgroup

June 26th  - Summer Fun (outside in front courtyard)
 
Reminder to those who need space for a meeting, playgroup or get together - the Resource Centre is available on Tuesday and Wednesday afternoons.

 

Let's continue to report and make those calls.

    613. 236.1222  ext. 7300         Call Centre to report vandalism, theft from vehicles

    9-1-1                                     Crime in progress/life threatening

    613.230.6211                         Dispatcher all other emergencies

    613.236.1222   ext. 3700        Leitrium Information Desk

    613.236.1222   ext.  3787       Cst. Jennifer Finniss  /  finnissj@ottawa.police.ca