Councillor’s Column, April 2015: Getting greenspace right
By David Chernushenko With all the attention paid to road maintenance, waste management and other municipal priorities, it’s easy to overlook the importance of urban trees, parks and greenspace. And…
Rainbow Kidschool now on Facebook
By Nancy Marshall What’s new at Rainbow Kidschool you might ask? Well, we have several news items to share. In keeping with the times, Rainbow Kidschool has started up its…
Every Leaf Counts campaign thinks of summer foliage
By Ilia Fabri There are leaves popping up everywhere in the Old Ottawas. You may think this strange on such cold days of winter, but look closely. You will find…
Valentine Skate and Chili Cook-Off warms hearts
By Marnie Drover Snow-kissed rosy cheeks and roasted-marshmallow smiles were everywhere at the Annual Valentine Skate on Feb. 13. Brantwood Park provided an inviting backdrop with a lush blanket of…
Paddling the Rideau River this coming summer
By Carol Workun At the Main Event in June 2013, the Community Activities Group of Old Ottawa East launched a survey to ask the community what they wanted to see…
Get ready and get involved at CAG spring-summer events
By Carol Workun Spring-Summer sees Old Ottawa East residents heading outside to our great community parks. CAG has a lot of fun events lined up to make the season even…
Our Neighbours: Jamie Hurst
By Bonnie Weppler Jamie Hurst took the long way to Old Ottawa East. Raised on acreage outside Calgary, surrounded by sheep and rabbits and a pony, Jamie left for a…
Help Hopewell School win an outdoor classroom
By Katie Breen Hopewell Avenue Public School has been selected as one of 10 Canadian finalists in the annual MAJESTA Trees of Knowledge Competition for the chance to win a…
Letter exchange
A few weeks ago, the Mainstreeter received a copy of a letter from Hazel Street resident Connie Copps. She was concerned about potential changes expected with development of the Oblates…
Sunnyside Branch library: 2015 April-May programs
Children’s Programs Babytime For babies and their parents or caregiver with stories, rhymes, songs and games. 0-18 months. Drop In. Tuesdays, 2:15 p.m. (30 min.) Session 2: March 31 –…
