Category: Art
The 2nd chapter of the Hum microgallery – ‘Let’s gather’ – celebrates the joy of food
The table found in the microgallery piece has been meticulously crafted with reference to food items from various eateries around Stittsville.
John Wang unveils his remarkable birdhouses at the Stittsville library
A visit to the Stittsville Public Library should be marked on your calendar before the end of June. There is an incredible exhibit of handcrafted birdhouses, created over a period of 19 years by handyman/ carpenter John Wang…
The Clarke’s homestead and the local cheese factory connection
Stittsville Central is pleased to again showcase the watercolour sketches and haiku of local artist Perpetua Quigley. Perpetua is currently continuing her love of history through the capture of our local historical sites…
Photos – A perfect day in the park for the Doug Sutherland Arts in the Park legacy event
The weather was perfect on June 5, 2022, the attendance was large and many returning vendors and new ones enjoyed the return of the Stittsville Village Association’s Doug Sutherland Arts in the Park…
Doug Sutherland Arts in the Park returns to Village Square Park for 2022
The annual Arts in the Park, presented by the Stittsville Village Association (SVA), is once again returning to Village Square Park on Sunday, June 5, 2022…
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
Councillor Gower brings to our attention this week, a new community initiative – The Diversity Project…
Stittsville native Mercedes Papalia launches crowdfunding campaign for debut album
Born and raised in Stittsville, Ontario, with an artistic career spanning well over two decades, singer-songwriter and actor, Mercedes Papalia, has taken on the role of co-director and producer for her highly anticipated visual album, “Sorella”, the multifaceted artist’s debut album.
Ottawa’s first microgallery pops up in Stittsville
The impromptu launch and unveiling of the #Hum_Microgallery took place the evening of April 22 in Stittsville with an informal reception…
Knights of Columbus FUNdraisers starting up to support local charities
The FUNdraisers organized by the Stittsville Knights of Columbus are beginning the season with their first market on Saturday, April 16 in the Holy Spirit Parish parking lot.
Stittsville Rotary international film series returns for 2022
The Rotary Club of Ottawa-Stittsville has been bringing you nationally and internationally renowned films as one of over 100 organizations across Canada who are part of the Toronto International Film circuit
Local artist Dale Dunning donates sculpture to Birdhouse Bonanza auction
Well-known local artist Dale Dunning donates sculpture to be auctioned at Birdhouse Bonanza in honor of his friend of 50 years, Michael Macpherson.
Youth empowered to “Paint It Up!” and contribute to the beautification of Ottawa
Looking for a way to help deter vandalism while empowering our City’s youth through community arts? Look no further than the Paint it Up! mural program. Applications for this year’s program are now open.
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
This week Councillor Gower thanks the people of Stittsville for the donations provided to the Ukraine effort and St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church. He also shares a note that Reverend Doug…
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
Nice to see Councillor Gower getting out, finally, for his cross-crountry ski, but he was also working – writing this week’s updates in his column for us.
Artwork of the artists at Wildpine Residence on display at Stittsville Library
In August, 2021, four artists of Wildpine Residence held their first art show – Chuck Wood, Ernie Allen, Annie Swinemar and Anne Hearn. They are now sharing their abundance of talent with the public.