Category: Entertainment & Events
An evening of appreciation at the Stittsville Volunteer Awards – nominees and recipients
(The Stittsville Volunteer Awards, hosted by Councillor Glen Gower and held on May 27, 2025, paid homage to the many dedicated volunteers who contribute to our community of Stittsville. Photos:…
VE Day celebrations and past stories shared from the President of the Stittsville Legion
May 8, 2025 marked the 80th anniversary of VE Day, or Victory in Europe Day, when Nazi Germany surrendered to the Allied forces, effectively ending World War II in Europe. This…
Dreams sparkle at Jack’s Gala: Reaching for the Stars
Eight year-old Jack Laidlaw holds on to his dream of becoming an astronaut. On May 24th, Jack came a little closer by meeting former Canadian astronaut, Dr. Robert Thirsk…
Weather for Goulbourn Lawn Bowling open house didn’t deter those wanting to try the sport
With 72 members, the Goulbourn Lawn Bowling Club (GLBC) held their Open House on a rainy May 24 inviting the community to come out and give lawn bowling a try…
Everything was coming up green at the SGHS plant sale
Residents look forward to the SGHS annual plant sale and this year as in previous years, many residents walked away with various plants that will soon be growing in a new garden.
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
A new development is being proposed for 2775 and 2785 Palladium Drive, with a virtual public meeting being held on June 10th. The City wants to hear from residents on the new draft of the Zoning Bylaw…
King Charles III and Queen Camilla visit Ottawa for historic Speech from the Throne – detailed itinerary
The last time a sovereign delivered the Speech from the Throne was the late Queen Elizabeth II in 1977, as part of her Silver Jubilee tour. Prior to that, Queen…
Upcoming events and news from the Stittsville Library Branch
Every month there are in-person and virtual programs and events offered for teens, adults, young or new mothers and seniors – drop in and discover more.
Youth Ottawa launches Trivia 4 Tomorrow initiative
Youth Ottawa is launching an exciting new program called Trivia 4 Tomorrow, a digital trivia platform that merges entertainment with meaningful impact.
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
Hoping everyone enjoyed the brisk long weekend. This week Councillor Gower is asking residents to join him for Let’s Bike Month for the month of June. The Enviro-Centre is also…
New City special event by-laws approved by joint committees for Emergency Preparedness and Protective Services and for Public Works and Infrastructure
At a special meeting May 16, 2025, the joint committees for Emergency Preparedness and Protective Services and for Public Works and Infrastructure approved two new special event by-laws. These by-laws, along…
It was the sweet side of giving at Sacred Heart High School
For teachers and students, this is the school’s most anticipated fundraiser of the year. It not only spotlights the delightful creativity of the bakers…
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
This week, Councillor Gower shares updates and pertinent information for our community such as his excitement for the launch of the city-wide program – Ottawa Alert.
Sacred Heart High School celebrates 25 years with alumni
(There was a wall of framed photos for each year of former students and graduates who had attended Sacred Heart High School over the past 25 years. Attendees enjoyed reminiscing…
Stittsville Main Street comes alive for Jane’s Walk 2025
(Councillor Glen Gower speaks with the participants at the May 3, 2025 Jane’s Walk that took place in Stittsville. Photos: Stittsville Central) On Saturday, May 3rd, 2025, another successful Jane’s…