Author: Lesley McKay
Stittsville Kiwanis Club and community supporters hosting free movie night at Village Square Park
On the evening of August 12, the Stittsville Kiwanis and their community supporters, will fill Village Square Park with heart and humour as they host the movie Sing 2.
John W. Egan releases his sixth novel, Spring of 1813
Avid readers of novels are familiar with the works of Stittsville author, John W. Egan. John has now published the second book in his historical fiction series Beyond 1812. His new novel is entitled Spring of 1813.
Stittsville chosen as home for newest indoor entertainment venue – MaxxGames
On Saturday, August 6th, a new entertainment venue opens in Stittsville at the Ottawa MegaDome. MaxxGames is coming to Stittsville! LaserMaxx Ottawa’s founder and CEO, Philip Aldis, has partnered with Matt Rakowski and Nick Catizzone to bring laser tag and more to the west end of the city.
Prestigious awards pour in for Dunrobin Distilleries – plans shared for Stittsville location
Adrian Spitzer and Mark Watson, the owners and inspiration behind Dunrobin Distilleries, have been lifelong friends growing up in the neighbourhood of Old Ottawa South. They have both been entrepreneurs…
Stittsville on Patrol puts out a casting call for Season 3
Looking for Love, Officially! Bell Fibe TV1’s single-camera, single-character comedy, Stittsville on Patrol has been renewed for Season 3 and puts itself out there by seeking a partner for Simon Bache. Ideally, someone who loves justice, hates Shawns.
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
Councillor Gower provides additional information on the sporadic power outages in south-end Stittsville that have been taking place since June. Please note, Councillor Gower’s next update will return the week of August 7th.
The Outerbridges – Canada’s Grand Masters of Illusion return to the Station Theatre Stage
If you love magic and illusions, you do not want to miss out on seeing the world-class magic show OUTERBRIDGE – Clockwork Mysteries. The show returns to The Station Theatre in Smiths Falls.
What’s new and happening this week at the Stittsville Library?
With summer vacations started along with the hot days, the Stittsville Library is the perfect place to discover, have fun and cool down.
Stittsville Legion and Stittsville Friendship Club unite to present 18 bursaries to local students
The Stittsville Legion handed out 16 bursaries for a total of $16,000 and The Friendship Club issued two $1,000 bursaries to local students on the evening of July 12, 2022.
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
Keeping you informed, some updates from Councillor Gower for this week includes his response to the question asked of him by many residents – Where do you stand on fare-free transit?
Rising temperatures pose a danger to pets
The Ottawa Humane Society is warning residents that after a relatively mild June and early July, high temperatures are forecasted for Ottawa this week and pose a great danger to pets left alone in cars.
Police warning – beware of extortion and cartel internet scams
The Ottawa Police receives hundreds of public complaints about internet fraud each year and would like to remind Ottawa residents to be vigilant.
The first Stittsville Free Little Art Gallery has opened for viewing and sharing
A resident of Stittsville since 2004, Cecilia Troy, an artist, has curated a new library in the community – the Stittsville Free Little Art Gallery.
The Stittsville Lions contribute to future education of local students; first cheque presentation to the Carleton Place & District Memorial Hospital
The Stittsville Lions Club have continued their commitment to presenting bursaries to those graduating from high school and going on to attend university or college.
Instant replay: Unretirement and the new retirement
According to The Four Pillars of the New Retirement, a study conducted by Edward Jones and Age Wave, thirty-three percent of recent retirees struggle to find a sense of purpose in retirement with new-found free time.