Author: Lillian Knoops
Professional Writing among 37 programs at Algonquin College in danger of suspension
Help to advocate for the arts by signing the petition to save the Professional Writing program at Algonquin College.
Local author’s latest book sets Amberwood Garden as its backdrop
Stittsville author Barbara Robson takes readers on a journey through the history of Amberwood Garden in her new children’s book, A Magic Garden, with illustrations by Sophia Bateman…
Stittsville Business Association gears up for holiday season with Stittsville Spree
Whether you’re buying gifts for loved ones, treating yourself, or stocking up for the holidays, each purchase supports Stittsville’s local businesses during the holiday season.
United Way East Ontario kicks off first annual Novemburger
For the month of November 16 restaurants across Ottawa and the Ottawa Valley, including The Barley Mow, Law & Orders and Crust & Crate are participating…
Support the Stittsville Food Bank with a 2025 JacintaPICS wildlife photo calendar
For the fourth year, local photographer Jacinta Cillis-Asquith is selling her wildlife photo calendars with profits going to the Stittsville Food Bank.
Cura Aesthetics brings beauty treatments right to your doorstep
Meaghan McMahon-Ravensbergen was inspired to start Cura Aesthetics while visiting friends in Boston. After hearing them discuss…
Stittsville Central celebrates ten years of keeping our community informed, interested, and engaged
While rain poured down outside, the lounge at Wildpine Residence was filled with joy as the community celebrated the tenth anniversary of Stittsville Central.
West Side Pride returns to Stittsville for its second year
Come out and join the second annual West Side Pride event! The event celebrates and promotes the amazing 2SLGBTQIA+ community in the western part of Ottawa and the surrounding areas into the Ottawa Valley.
Dive back into John W. Egan’s “Roman Sky” series in “Justinian’s Shore”
Published at the end of June, “Justinian’s Shore” is John W. Egan’s fifth novel in the “Roman Sky” series. This latest story starts a year after the Romans and Caledonii (Picts) have reluctantly joined forces to stop the Scoti (Irish) invasion of Caledonia and Roman Britannia.
Local author offers glimpse into life with a disabled son in “Ben’s Story”
Benjamin Norton passed away in 2015 at the age of 29. This story focuses on how Ben and his family dealt with Ben’s mental and physical challenges and, sometimes more telling, how our society dealt with Ben.
“Baskerville: A Sherlock Holmes Mystery” closes out the 2023/24 season for Kanata Theatre
Sherlock Holmes is on the case! Check out Kanata Theatre’s final production of their 2023/2024 season, which is sure to leave you laughing. Enter our draw for two free tickets – details in the article.
Kanata Theatre staging comedic coming-of-age story Brighton Beach Memoirs
Set in the Brighton Beach section of Brooklyn, New York in September 1937 during The Great Depression, this coming-of-age comedy focuses on Eugene Morris Jerome, a Polish-Jewish American teenager who experiences puberty, sexual awakening, and a search for identity as he tries to deal with his family.
John W. Egan’s “Roman Sky” series continues with fourth book
Justinian’s Wall, Stittsville author John W. Egan’s recently published novel, continues the Roman Sky series. The alternative history series is set in a 6th century Roman Empire that has had airships for two centuries.
Stittsville quilter selected to judge at the 2024 North Country biennial quilt show
The North Country Quilting Guild has announced that Canadian Quilters Association certified judge Bonnie Rankin has been named to judge the Guild’s 2024 biennial quilt show to be held May 31-June 2 in Clayton, New York. Rankin has judged quilts and quilting challenges throughout Canada.
Stittsville author publishes children’s book featuring stories of Panda the dog
Stittsville resident Lynne McKenzie has written a book (with her dog Panda) called It’s Me, Panda! The book features stories about Panda’s adventures at home and in the neighbourhood.