QTSRCA Community Garage Sale

The community garage sale is a great opportunity to do some good, meet your neighbours, and maybe even find a new treasured item for yourself!

When: Saturday, June 28, 8:00 am to noon

Where: Front yards and driveways throughout the neighbourhood

QTSRCA Summer Social

Join us in celebrating the summer season with a celebration at the Kilreen Park Splash Pad. Free snacks and light refreshments will be provided. Special Guests: Ottawa Fire Services (see a real fire truck up close!)

When: Saturday, June 28, 1:00 – 3:30 p.m.

Where: Kilreen Park Splash Pad (1240 Southwood Drive)

QTSR Community Association Meeting: 17 June 2025

The QTSR Community Association will be meeting to plan this year’s 2025 Garage Sale and Summer Social. All community members are welcome to join us!

When: Tuesday, June 17, 7:00-8:00 pm

Where: Sonny’s Bar and Grill (1119 Baxter Road)

QTSR Community Association Meeting: 20 May 2025

The QTSR Community Association will be meeting next week. All are welcome to join us!

When: Tuesday, May 20, 2025, 19:00-20:00

Where: Sonny's Bar and Grill (1119 Baxter Road) 

The agenda is available at the following link:
2025-05-20 - QTSRCA Meeting Agenda 

City of Ottawa DiscoverRec: Summertime cool to back to school – registration, events and more

 

Programs online now From summertime cool to back at school—we’ve got it all! Plan ahead by browsing and adding summer activities, Before and After School Programs and PA Day programs to your wish list at register.ottawa.ca.  Never miss a registration date—add the next round to your calendar now: Tuesday, May 13 at 9 pm - Online registration for summer swimming activities Thursday, May 15 at 9 pm - Online registration for all summer activities, Before and After School Programs, and PA Days

Summer camp payment and cancellation reminders It’s almost summer camp season! To allow more children on our waitlist to join their camp of choice, payments and withdrawals are required 30 days before the camp starts.

Young at Art Exhibition Experience the art of tomorrow, today with Young at Art! This professionally assessed exhibition, which is on display from now until Monday, May 19 at Trinity Art Gallery, features the work of talented visual artists aged 12 to 19.

Mooney’s Bay Beach pavilion We want to hear your thoughts on the new design concepts for the Mooney’s Bay Beach pavilion. Complete the online survey by Saturday, May 17 and get involved at the in-person open house on Thursday, May 8 from 6:30 to 8:30 pm at the Jim Durrell Recreation Centre.

City Wide Sports: women’s beach volleyball Serve it up in the sun this season! Grab your friends and hit the sand with a City Wide Sports women’s beach volleyball league. Spots are also available for softball, pickleball and mixed volleyball leagues.

What’s happening City Hall Art Gallery Sunday, June 1 – Don’t Worry, I’ll Only Show You the Good Parts artist tour Lansdowne Park Monday, May 12 – Full Moon Yoga Ottawa City Hall Tuesday, May 13 – Chamberfest: City Series - Steinway Young Artists Tuesday, May 20 – Chamberfest: City Series - Classical Guitar Showcase Tuesday, May 27 – Chamberfest: City Series - The Central Band of the Canadian Forces Shenkman Arts Centre Thursday, June 12 – World Music: Bruno Capinan

City of Ottawa DiscoverRec : Spring has sprung: upcoming activities and registration dates

 

Summer registration dates Spring may have just started, but we’re already thinking about the seasons to come! Prepare for the next round of registration by marking your calendar with these important dates:  Tuesday, May 6 - Summer activities, 2025/2026 Before and After School Programs, and PA Days are visible online  Tuesday, May 13 at 9 pm - Registration for summer swimming activities  Thursday, May 15 at 9 pm - Registration for all summer activities, Before and After School Programs, and PA Days

Free virtual programs for older adults  Over 50? Enjoy a variety of virtual programs designed to help older adults stay active, engaged and connected—all from the comfort of your own home! With everything from gentle fitness classes, wellness workshops, social groups and creative activities, there’s something for everyone. Explore the full list of programs and register now!

City Wide Sports The warmer months are here, and it’s time to slide into action with City Wide Sports leagues! Whether you're joining a team or starting your own, sign up today for your choice of beach volleyball, softball or pickleball.

Commemorative naming proposals We’re currently seeking feedback on six separate commemorative naming proposals! If you would like to submit comments regarding one or more of the proposals, please complete the survey on Engage Ottawa before Tuesday, May 6.

Hop Into Spring   Spring is here, and the Cumberland Heritage Village Museum is hosting a day of fun, family-friendly activities on Saturday, April 19 from 10 am to 4 pm to celebrate the season’s arrival. Meet baby animals, get your face painted and more. Who knows? You may even spot the Easter Bunny and collect a small treat or two! Advanced registration is required.

Easter at the Billings Estate Get into the spring of things at the Billings Estate National Historic Site! Join us at the museum on Saturday, April 19 and Sunday, April 20 from 10 am to 4 pm for exciting activities for the whole family, including an Easter craft, egg and spoon race and animal friends from the Zoo Crew. Advance registration is required.

Beyond the Brim  Toss in your hat! Submissions for Beyond the Brim: Tales Told Through the Hats We Wore are open until Sunday, June 1. This exhibition, which will be housed at Trinity Gallery and Billings Estate National Historic Site, will showcase hats, helmets and head coverings alongside stories about the individuals who wore them and their impact on our city.

What’s happening City Hall Art Gallery  Thursday, April 17 – Mother/Artist Collective — Don’t Worry, I’ll Only Show You the Good Parts opening  Corridor 45|75  Now until July 6 — First day to view Coalescence – Selections from the City of Ottawa Art Collection  Karsh-Masson Gallery  Thursday, April 17 – Sébastien Gaudette — Langue éphémère (Ephemeral Language) opening  Meridian Theatres @ Centrepointe  Thursday, April 17 – Matinée Café: The Harmonious Pigs Reed Trio  Tuesday, April 22 – Just For Laughs Road Show 2025  Friday, April 25 and Saturday, April 26 – Propeller Dance: So it turns, we bloom  Shenkman Arts Centre  Wednesday, April 16 – Matinée Café: Harmonious Pigs Reed Trio  Saturday, April 26 – Global Bollywood  Thursday, June 12 – World Music: Bruno Capinan

City of Ottawa Special advisory: winter weather parking ban to be lifted at 7 am

 

The winter weather parking ban will end at 7 am tomorrow, Monday, February 17.

Hot water and furnace vents

 

The Ottawa Fire Service has responded to numerous calls today for carbon monoxide inside homes due to snow covering hot water and furnace vents outside.

Please be vigilant and take the time to go outside to check and test your carbon monoxide alarms.

 

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