Honouring Rocky: A Memorial Plaque Unveiling at the Little Free Library

We warmly invite residents to join us on Saturday, June 28 at 12:30 p.m. at the Little Free Library on Ryan Drive as we gather to remember and honour Rocky, a cherished member of our community.

Rocky was a familiar and welcome presence in our neighbourhood. Every day, he would visit the Little Free Library—not just to look at the books, but to talk with neighbours, share a laugh, and offer a milk bone to every passing pup. His small acts of kindness and friendly conversations made a big impact, helping to foster the sense of connection we all value.

To celebrate his legacy, the community association will unveil a memorial plaque at the Library—a place that held special meaning for Rocky and for many of us who had the pleasure of knowing him.

We hope you’ll join as we pay tribute to a neighbour who helped make our community a little warmer every day.

All are welcome.

City of Ottawa Recreation: Outdoor swim and splash

 

Looking to beat the heat this summer? Pack your bags, slather on your sunscreen and get outside for a day of fun in the sun with outdoor swim and splash!

Beaches   Starting this Saturday, June 21 until Sunday, August 24 Mooney’s Bay, Britannia, Westboro and Petrie Island are open for supervised swimming from noon to 7 pm.   Before you hit the water, here are our top safety tips:  Only swim at supervised beaches when lifeguards are present  Review water and weather conditions before swimming. Learn more at ottawapublichealth.ca/beaches  Read and follow all signage  Familiarize yourself with our new flagging system  Green flag: Lifeguards are supervising the designated swimming area  Red flag: Lifeguards are not supervising the designated swimming area  Red/yellow flag: Designated swimming area between the flags  Always keep children within arm’s reach   Make sure children and weaker swimmers are wearing properly fitted life jackets or personal floatation devices  Always swim with a buddy

Outdoor pools  Outdoor pools are opening this month with their pre-season schedules:  Open now:   Bearbrook Pool   Beaverbrook Pool – Kanata  Crestview Pool   Entrance Pool   General Burns Pool   Genest Pool   Glen Cairn Pool   Opening June 21:   Corkstown Pool   Katimavik Pool

Splash pads  Enjoy a day of free fun at one of our splash pads! Our city is home to over two hundred locations, each with fun features to help you stay cool.

Wading pools   Throughout June, the following wading pools are open from noon to 5 pm on weekends.  Alexander  Alvin Heights  Britannia  Dutchies  Marlene Catteral  McNabb  Pushman  Rideauview  St Paul’s  Sylvia Holden (Landsdowne)  Review the map to find a location near you and check opening dates and summer season schedules.

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