Forge a connection through art on Thursday, October 3 from 4-6pm at the Urock Cafe with Hibah, a local artist creating live, personalized paintings for $10. The paintings (and the process of creating them) are heavily tethered to Hibah's spiritual practices. Hibah sees art as a way to connect and communicate beyond words, beyond the ego, and beyond the bounds of custom or culture. Hibah will be live-curating miniature paintings for willing patrons as a way to bring through a personal message from their spirit guides. These messages will be delivered in the form of a painted symbol in addition […]

Dear Valued Customers, We are thrilled to announce the opening of our Mongolian Cashmere Store at 1263 Wellington Street, K1Y 3A6, in Ottawa! To celebrate, we warmly invite you to our Grand Opening Ceremony on October 6th, 2024, at 2:00 PM.  Join us for delightful finger foods at the entrance and enjoy exclusive discounts on our luxurious cashmere collections. We look forward to celebrating with you and welcoming you back to our store!

Join Aurelius for a parmigiano cheese outdoor tasting from 12:oopm - 2:00pm!

Join poets Aaron Kreuter, Manahil Bandukwala, and Jeff Blackman for an evening of poetry and discussion to celebrate the launch of Aaron's new book, Rubble Children. In seven and a half interlinked stories, Aaron Kreuter’s Rubble Children tackles Jewish belonging, settler colonialism, Zionism and anti-Zionism, love requited and unrequited, and cannabis culture, all drenched in suburban wonder and dread. Sometimes realist, sometimes not, the book revolves around Kol B'Seder, a fictional Reform synagogue in the Toronto suburb of Thornhill. Aaron Kreuter is the author of four books, including the 2022 Governor General's Literary Award shortlisted poetry collection Shifting Baseline Syndrome. He […]

Join us for a spooky, candlelit evening to celebrate the launch of Mark Leslie's new book, One Hand Screaming. For centuries, philosophers have pondered the Zen Buddhist koan: "What is the sound of one hand clapping?" What, then, is the sound of one hand screaming? Silent screams bounce around Mark Leslie's head like an impending storm, brewing into a force that will escape in a wild dance of chaos and be lost forever if he doesn't stop to write them down. Within these pages you will find: a bookstore that keeps more than dusty old tomes on its shelves; a […]

Join Aurelius for a Parmigaino cheese outdoor tasting from 12:00pm - 2:00pm!

Thanksgiving Pop-Up: Little Farm Cart and Aurelius We’re thrilled to announce a special Thanksgiving Pop-Up event in collaboration with Aurelius Fine Oils and Balsamic Vinegars on Saturday, October 12th ! Join us as we celebrate the season with a cart full of freshly harvested fall vegetables and an array of delicious oils and vinegars to complement your Thanksgiving feast. Let’s celebrate the harvest with fall favourites, pumpkins and a very special treat! When you pre-Order Your Pumpkin online you will receive a Free Mini Balsamic ($8.98 Value)! Get ahead of the fall rush by pre-ordering a pumpkin straight from Little […]

Make a beautiful pumpkin lantern  - a perfect fall activity over thanksgiving weekend for all ages! Adults, teens, and children ages 5+ (children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult) Experience level: Beginner (but even the advanced hand-builder will find this workshop fun!) In this 2-hour hand-building workshop (off the wheel), you will be taught the art of making a spooky pumpkin, skull or something Spooky. Book Here! 

HCA Speaker Event: Supports for Persons with Disabilities in Hintonburg on Tuesday, October 15, 6:45pm - 9:00pm Location:Hintonburg Community Centre (Wellington Room), 1064 Wellington St. W, Ottawa, ON K1Y 2Y3 This event is being presented by the Hintonburg Community Association's Inclusive Communities Committee. It is a free event open to all, but specifically targeted at members of the Hintonburg community and surrounding areas. The evening will feature two local speakers with expertise in disability rights law and social care: you can find out more information through the pre-registration link here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc2fRviwP7daHnCaTw8UfwTBs3ai4IbVrD8kNIdpyjkOUs1kg/viewform Topics will include how human rights law can be used […]

All Donation Proceeds & Door Entry by Donation going to: @hopecornerstone Entry by donation or tickets available by donation. Join us and 10 local vendors selling second-hand formal wear and accessories for your next holiday party or prom. All proceeds from ticket sales, entry donations and sales in the @hopecornerstone both will go to women in our community. This special event features a fashion show and a formal wear styling panel with a local fashion stylist @rebeccarowe.ca sharing tips and tricks for styling your outfit for a big event. This is a great time to clear out your closets of […]

Join Urban Art Collective for their Furry Friends Market! All Things Pets from 12pm - 5pm at 1088 Sommerset St. W

Join author Vanessa Kelly to celebrate the launch of her new mystery, Murder in Highbury, the first in a captivating new series where Jane Austen’s Emma Knightley entertains a different role in Highbury—going from clever matchmaker to Regency England’s shrewdest sleuth. Less than one year into her marriage to respected magistrate George Knightley, Emma has grown unusually content in her newfound partnership and refreshed sense of independence. The height of summer sees the former Miss Woodhouse gracefully balancing the meticulous management of her elegant family estate and a flurry of social engagements, with few worries apart from her beloved father’s […]

Join authors Nina Berkhout and Anita Lahey to celebrate the launch of Nina's new book, This Bright Dust, and discuss Anita's book, Fire Monster. This Bright Dust: In 1939, as the Great Depression winds down and war in Europe looms, the small Prairie community of Grayley is all but abandoned. Abel Dodds paces his family’s plot, searching for gold his late father buried in an undisclosed location. When his neighbour Jake Wishart drops by to tell Abel he’s leaving town and to ask if Abel can keep an eye on his sister, Una, and her son and grandfather, Abel reluctantly agrees. […]

Welcome to Meet Cute - Queer Trans and Non-Binary Speed Social (for friending or dating)! Join us for a fun and exciting in-person event where you can meet new people in a COVID-safe space. Whether you're looking for friendship or romance, this event is the perfect opportunity to connect with others in the 2sLGBTQia+ community. The event will be held at 78 Hinton Ave N, so mark your calendars and get ready for a night of laughter, conversation, and maybe even a little bit of flirting. Don't forget to bring your mask! We can't wait to see you there! This […]

Meet author Kate Cole and pick up a signed copy of her book, Under Construction at The Spaniel's Tale.  

Living Dead Ghoul is a collaborative zine event where participants are invited to create pieces (drawing, collage, etc.) inspired by spooky prompts! After the event is over, contributors will later receive a completed copy of the zine (titled "Living Dead Ghoul") which will be sent out via mail/email!!!! Note: This is a masked event! The suggested amount for PWYC is $10. Get Tickets Here!

Personalized Spirit Guide Message & Miniature Sigil Painting $10 for One Halloween Special: Two Painted Sigil for $15 (bring a friend)!

Join us for the Ottawa launch of author Madison McSweeney's new horror novel, Most Likely to Summon Nyhiloteph. Lucy never got the chance to be nominated “Most Likely to…” anything. When a head-on collision cuts her life short, Lucy is left to haunt her bereaved friends as they finish high school. Without her, the group is lost- Jackson, Lucy’s best friend, most of all. Swept up in a seance, Lucy materializes in The Grimoire, the local occult emporium owned by acid-tongued psychic Artemis. This opens her eyes to new possibilities: with some help from her friends and a ritual from […]

Don't miss Parkdale United Church's Christmas Bazaar on Saturday, November 2, from 9am - 12pm 429 Parkdale (at Gladstone Ave.) Free parking in 2 lots: Off Gladstone & off Parkdale Great Products & Great Prices! - Baking & Soups - Jewelry - Antiques & Collectibles - Books, Plants - Attic Treasures, Linens - Online Auction & Yuletide Cafe *Please bring your own cloth or reusable shopping bags

Where does vintage meet drag?? @vintage.pop.up.613 and @nextdoorottawa Let's get together to raise funds for @kindspaceca and have fun with sustainable fashion and a drag catwalk! SATURDAY November 2nd 2024 11am-5pm @nextdoorottawa 955a Gladstone Ave ⭐⭐ All ages⭐⭐ 👠Drag catwalk @ 1 pm featuring: @jaxonstellanfenris @mxoliveoil @jaxsparks69 @vexscandal @josephine.jay.drag 🤑tipping your local drag royals is encouraged! Curated vintage market vendors: @livneys @outer_thrift @justwendy @konkhmer_vintage @crunchies888 @harpervintagedecor @feline.thrifty.shop @deadladythingsvintage @usedabusedvintageshop @shift.to.thrift.ottawa @Outfitz.co Mel Squared2 @goodbadgirlvintage @lady.arkenstone.vintage Don't forget to bring your cash tips & entry donations! @kindspaceca is a community centre in Ottawa – unceded Algonquin territory – that offers resources, […]

On November 2, the Parkdale Orchestra will feature their very own principal flute Lani Sommers performing Mozart's concerto for Flute and Harp, together with her ex-student Raquel Nisi (on harp). We will also be premiering two new works, both by Ottawa composers; "The Two Owls" composed by award winning screen composer Lora Bidner, and "The Conquest" by Brianna Dai. The evening will close with Schumann's Symphony number 1. Conductor: John Kraus Tickets in advance: $20 Adults/$15 Students + Eventbrite fee Tickets at the door: $25/$20 18 and under free Entry will be through the Parkdale Avenue doors directly into the sanctuary