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The volunteers continue their work grooming the gardens at Lee Boltwood Park

Lesley McKaySeptember 13, 2022September 23, 2022

Last week from September 7-10, Brian Beattie, a member of the SGHS, retired and a photographer, spent a few hours each day at Lee Boltwood Park capturing the volunteers at work and the beauty of the flowers that are diligently being attended to.

Prestigious awards pour in for Dunrobin Distilleries – plans shared for Stittsville location

Lesley McKayJuly 29, 2022July 30, 2022

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…

3rd Annual Stittsville Front Porch Concerts raises $7,532 for Western Ottawa Community Resource Centre

Lillian KnoopsJuly 20, 2022July 20, 2022

This year, the Stittsville Front Porch Concerts has raised $7,532 for the WOCRC. There is still time to donate and get the fundraiser to its $10,000 goal. Donations continue to be accepted until the end of the month.

PHOTOS: Wasn’t that a party! 2022’s Canada Day in Stittsville an overwhelming success

Lesley McKayJuly 5, 2022July 6, 2022

The Stittsville Village Association (SVA) prides itself on hosting a family-friendly, community-driven Canada Day celebration.

Stittsville’s Canada Day 2022 promises to be one huge family party

Lesley McKayJune 30, 2022June 30, 2022

Live, local entertainment, a teeming Family Fun Zone, and spectacular fireworks will be the three main pillars behind 2022’s Canada Day in Stittsville.

Park officially named for dedicated Stittsville resident Lee Boltwood

Lesley McKayJune 28, 2022June 30, 2022

In 1965, Lee and Paul Boltwood were married. One year later in 1966, Lee and Paul left their beloved home province of British Columbia to set off in a new direction and their new venture in life.

Stittsville Special Olympians return to the ice for training camp

Cathy SkinnerJune 23, 2022June 24, 2022

(On June 4, 2022, the Special Olympics World Winter Games figure skating team participated in fitness testing at the PanAm Centre in Markham, Ontario for their first team training camp…

Nominees honoured at Stittsville Volunteer Awards ceremony (Photos)

Lesley McKayJune 19, 2022June 23, 2022

The 2022 Stittsville Volunteer Awards recognized our community volunteers who contribute to a social environment that nurtures the well-being of all.

The 2022 Blossom Fest continued its ‘festive’ fun thanks to perseverance, volunteers and performers

Lesley McKayJune 14, 2022June 15, 2022

Mandy’s perseverance, the fantastic volunteers and entertainers coming together on May 22nd made the day the success that it was. It was a perfect outlet for the kids and families to take their minds off of a stressful situation…

The Derecho that stormed into Stittsville bringing a community together

Lesley McKayJune 13, 2022June 13, 2022

Where were you on May 21st as alerts rang loudly on cellphones and radio? A storm was on its way – a storm that was immeasurable in the havoc it would cause to our hometown of Stittsville.

Photos – A perfect day in the park for the Doug Sutherland Arts in the Park legacy event

Lesley McKayJune 5, 2022June 6, 2022

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…

A wonderful 100th for centenarian Ernie Allen who ‘keeps running’

Lesley McKayJanuary 17, 2022January 18, 2022

Ernie Allen turned 100 on Friday, January 14, 2022 with the arrangements to celebrate beginning back in early October. At that time, Wildpine Residence Assistant Manager, Lucy Di Santo…

A look inside trendy Ritual on Main – opening November 17

Lesley McKayNovember 14, 2021November 14, 2021

hiChi Houron (Chi as she is known) is the heart behind the unique coffee house – Ritual on Main – opening its doors on November 17th on Stittsville Main.

PHOTOS: Witches, goblins and a carnival haunted Stittsville streets on Halloween – Pumpkin Parade return – another success

Lesley McKayNovember 3, 2021November 2, 2021

With a return to the Halloween haunting evening after a year off due to COVID, many more trick and treaters could be found going door-to-door in Stittsville on Halloween night. Young and old were thrilled to see the spookily creative…

Talent showcased at the first annual art appreciation show for Wildpine residents

Lesley McKayAugust 11, 2021August 13, 2021

During the afternoon of August 6, the main dining room at Wildpine was transformed to a beautiful art gallery.

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18 Apr 26
Stittsville
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Lies, Rumours, and Other Tales: Why Let the Truth Get in the Way of A Good Tale?
18 Apr 26
Richmond
21 Apr
Notes on a Japanese Garden - SGHS Monthly Meeting
21 Apr 26
Stittsville
22 Apr
Friends of Stittsville Wetlands - All About Turtles
22 Apr 26
Stittsville
23 Apr
2026 Stittsville Volunteer Awards
23 Apr 26
Stittsville
24 Apr
West Ottawa Ladies Chorus - Spring Concert
24 Apr 26
Nepean
25 Apr
Healthy Aging Expo - Wellings of Stittsville
25 Apr 26
Stittsville
25 Apr
West Ottawa Ladies Chorus - Spring Concert
25 Apr 26
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27 Apr
Stittsville Rotary Club’s International Film Series
27 Apr 26
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Stittsville Rotary Club’s International Film Series
27 Apr 26
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30 Apr
After 5 Exchange - Stittsville Business Association
30 Apr 26
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08 May
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8 May 26
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Calling all Vendors - St. Thomas Anglican Church
9 May 26
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11 May
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11 May 26
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