Upcoming Events

Try your hand at secret snow codes, and use your mystery-solving skills in our self-guided Winter Scavenger Hunt. A guided tour is recommended to every visitor beforehand, as they will search the bunker for the missing artifact, and learn to code and decode messages during the Scavenger Hunt. A snow cone snack will follow. Free with admission.

Guided tours are offered every hour on the hour starting at 11am, and the last being offered at 2pm.

Website:www.diefenbunker.ca

When:February 18, 2012 - February 20, 2012

Doors open at 6pm.  Quiz starts at 7pm sharp.

Website:aaoeast.blogspot.com

When:February 3, 2012

Curated by Carleton University professor Joanna Dean and graduate student Will Knight, this exhibit explores the contested place of trees in Ottawa's urban history. Six Moments in the History of an Urban Forest explores early street-tree planting, woodlands as places of refuge and risk, shifting fashions in city trees, and the role of arborists in negotiating the conflicts between trees and the built environment.

Website:www.bytownmuseum.ca

When:January 24, 2012 - May 13, 2012

The Muséoparc Vanier Museopark, in collaboration with the Réseau de développement économique et d’employabilité de l’Ontario (RDÉE Ontario) and the Office of Francophone Affairs, presents the temporary exhibit Vers les affaires in its exhibit room until May 31, 2012.
 

Website:www.museoparc.ca

When:October 31, 2011 - May 31, 2012

by artist Nancy Cole.
 
Nancy Cole is a textile artist based in Summerside, Prince Edward Island. Her contemporary practice is based on traditional quilting skills, which she uses to produce concept-based textile art with a strong narrative component.  As she puts it, "Through my own language of abstraction, I tell stories.  Stories about foreign adoption, synchronicity, Canadian cultural identity, etc...." 
 

Website:mvtm.ca

When:February 7, 2012 - April 14, 2012

Carleton University Graduate student and Guest Curator of Six Moments in the History of an Urban Forest, Will Knight will give a talk in the exhibition. Join us to learn more about the early street tree planting, the 1920s campaign to "control" urban trees, the commemorative Centennial crab apple tree, the role of arborists in negotiating the conflicts between trees and the built environment, and the closing of Lovers Walk behind Parliament Hill.

Presented in English

Website:www.bytownmuseum.ca

When:February 12, 2012

The Currency Museum does credit to the credit card. À LA CARTE is a new exhibition that explores the evolution of credit as currency.

Website:www.currencymuseum.ca

When:January 6, 2012 - April 8, 2012

(a play about trafficked girls)
By Catherine Cunningham-Huston.
Directed by Natalie Fraser-Purdy.
Natalie Stern Studio Theatre, 294 Picton Ave. (Westboro)
8 pm

Website:www.blackhistoryottawa.org

When:February 4, 2012 - February 6, 2012

(a play about trafficked girls)
By Catherine Cunningham-Huston.
Directed by Natalie Fraser-Purdy.
Natalie Stern Studio Theatre, 294 Picton Ave. (Westboro)
8 pm

Website:www.blackhistoryottawa.org

When:February 11, 2012 - February 13, 2012

Presented by African Heritage Centre, Dsfiena and African Festival. Join us to share some of the rich heritage from Africa and Latin America, which is now part of Ottawa cultural mosaic.

Black History Month 2012
Please Note: All events are in English unless otherwise stated.
The theme for 2012 is "Our Canadian Story: Making Community Engagement A Priority"

Website:www.africanheritagecentre.jimdo.com

When:February 5, 2012

Come and join the Ottawa Police Service as they raise their Black History Month banner in celebration of Black History Month. Music and refreshments provided.

Black History Month 2012
Please Note: All events are in English unless otherwise stated.
The theme for 2012 is "Our Canadian Story: Making Community Engagement A Priority"

Website:www.blackhistoryottawa.org

When:February 6, 2012

Presented by the Common Law Section, Faculty of Law, University of Ottawa.

Website:www.blackhistoryottawa.org

When:February 9, 2012

Join BSU for an entertaining and insightful night of spoken word, poetry, singing, and rap in honour of Black History Month! If you would like to showcase your talent at this event please email bsu.uottawa@live.ca before Monday, Jan 30th.

Black History Month 2012
Please Note: All events are in English unless otherwise stated.
The theme for 2012 is "Our Canadian Story: Making Community Engagement A Priority"

Website:www.blackhistoryottawa.org

When:February 11, 2012

Join the Historical Society of Ottawa members at the Routhier Community Centre, 172 Guigues St., Ottawa (near Cumberland) to hear Dr. Alvin Cameron speak on the architectural work of Moses Edey.

Website:http://hsottawa.ncf.ca

When:February 24, 2012

Prepare to dress-up and pose for a picture as we explore costumes and cameras in the collection.

Website:http://www.nepeanmuseum.ca/content/family-zone

When:February 26, 2012

10 questions we need to ask in order to write effective operation manuals for our collections.
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Website:www.choocopo.ca

When:February 14, 2012

Listen to readers from the black community share children's stories written by black authors from the diaspora. Books from the library will be on display and a local bookseller, Sankofa Bookstore, will have books for sale on site. All are welcome to attend this family event.

A partnership between the Ottawa Public Library and Black History Ottawa.

Website:www.blackhistoryottawa.org

When:February 12, 2012

An inspirational night to highlight the talent of our youth and children, in stories of inclusion, dance, poetry, drama and songs.

Information:
Carol Campbell: 613-294-6750 | carolrdaley@yahoo.ca
Joel Charles: 613-729-3172 ext 2 | Joelcharles@hotmail.com

Black History Month 2012
Please Note: All events are in English unless otherwise stated.
The theme for 2012 is "Our Canadian Story: Making Community Engagement A Priority"

Website:www.ottawaocg.org

When:February 12, 2012 - February 13, 2012

Presented by the Network of Black Business & Professional Women, this event will reflect on and pay tribute to the women who have laid the foundation for and helped to create the successful Black Business Women in our community.

Information:
Susanne Griffiths: 613-797-1405 | susannegriffith@ca.inter.net
Stacey Walker: 613-979-1184 | hineswalkerenterprises@gmail.com

Website:www.blackhistoryottawa.org

When:February 15, 2012

In celebration of Black History Month 2012, our organization will be hosting the Ujimaa Job Fair to assist local minority youth in finding summer employment and work experience.

Black History Month 2012
Please Note: All events are in English unless otherwise stated.
The theme for 2012 is "Our Canadian Story: Making Community Engagement A Priority"

Website:www.jakukonbit.com

When:February 18, 2012

Black History Month 2012
Please Note: All events are in English unless otherwise stated.
The theme for 2012 is "Our Canadian Story: Making Community Engagement A Priority"

Website:www.3dreads.com

When:February 24, 2012 - February 25, 2012

A musical celebration of the black experience through spirituals and gospel music, featuring choirs, soloists and instrumentalists.

Black History Month 2012
Please Note: All events are in English unless otherwise stated.
The theme for 2012 is "Our Canadian Story: Making Community Engagement A Priority"

Website:www.blackhistoryottawa.org

When:February 26, 2012

Presented by the Global Community Alliance, this event will highlight the diversity that fosters unity within the Ottawa community, raise awareness of some of the issues in the community and recognize the efforts of individuals, associations, businesses and organizations that make a significant difference within our Global Community.  In addition, the Gala Night will feature a keynote speaker, prominent members of the community and enlightening entertainment for the evening.  Proceeds from this event will be donated to Black History Ottawa.

Website:www.blackhistoryottawa.org

When:February 25, 2012 - February 26, 2012

Presented by Action et Développement Jeunesse, this annual event illustrates a positive and dynamic representation of Ethnocultural Communities in Canada. This event will feature artists like Groupe des Arts Bassan, Bertin Nzangue, Les Cobras du Mandingue, El Hadj ; A spectacular cultural/exotic Fashion Show and food. There will also be a kid?s village and cultural exhibition. This event is partly funded by the Ontario Trillium Foundation and the Government of Canada.

In French & English

Website:www.blackhistoryottawa.org

When:March 1, 2012 - March 3, 2012

Compare houses, toys, food, school, games and learn about growing up in Nepean during the 1950s.

Website:http://www.nepeanmuseum.ca/content/kids-crossing

When:February 17, 2012

Designer/developer Ian Johns and author Sarah Jennings recount their adventures in bringing new life to five historic Sussex Drive buildings through a private, subsidy-free development agreement with the National Capital Commission. This first leasehold project of its kind in Canada’s capital has taken buildings dating from Bytown’s earliest days and the more recent Jeanne d’Arc Institute, between Clarence and York Streets, to form a commercial/residential development that provides a lively and thriving full city block on Ottawa’s “Mile of History”.

Website:www.heritageottawa.org

When:February 17, 2012

By displaying his collection of world dolls and post cards, Arnel Pattemore will provide a truly unique exhibit and discussion on world exploration and the danger of traditional culture's disappearing. "The world is getting smaller all the time," he added. "We really do live in a world that's changing rapidly and a world that is becoming very common." Through his travels to 120 countries over the years Pattemore has been exposed to many traditional cultures, but has also seen the impact Westernization has had on these traditions.

Website:www.smithsfalls.ca

When:January 9, 2012 - April 20, 2012

Artist and Sculptor Janet Hannan has lived over half of her life in Northwestern Ontario. This exhibit of 18 figures is her "Gifts of the North." Each figure teaches, interprets, and describes a fact of the best of living and loving a life lived in Northwestern Ontario. Each figure is made with love and precision, beading, stitching, a mix of medias and inspiration of colours and materials that interpret a passion for life in the north and a love for the heritage in the north. Come and experience Hannan’s Gifts of the North at Heritage House Museum,

Website:www.smithsfalls.ca

When:March 1, 2012 - April 27, 2012

Exploring a darker side of ancient Roman, Greek and Etruscan civilisation, Pay the Ferryman casts a critical yet curious eye at the manner in which ancient peoples viewed and handled death in their daily lives.

Website:http://www.cla-srs.uottawa.ca/eng/musee_greco.html

When:November 4, 2011 - March 8, 2012

Go under cover in the Diefenbunker for an evening of covert affairs. Celebrate Valentine's Day with your loved one as we bring romance back to the classic "dinner and a movie".

Experience "Bunker Love" as we present to you an oral history segment of people who worked and fell in love in the bunker. Enjoy a warm gourmet meal catered by the Cheshire Cat Pub and some delectable chocolates from The Swan at Carp.

Let the bunker romance linger in the air as the lights dim and a Cold War love story amuses the heart.

Website:www.diefenbunker.ca

When:February 14, 2012 - February 15, 2012

When Adrian Harewood, co-host of CBC News Ottawa on CBC Television, met Edna Patterson-Petty many years ago, they spent the day talking about art, community and how one can enrich the other. Harewood and Patterson-Petty will resume their conversation, while artists, poets and musicians round off the evening of celebration. Sponsored by U.S. Embassy Public Affairs Section.

Website:www.blackhistoryottawa.org

When:February 2, 2012

Please join us for our monthly Adult Workshop! This month we will explore various styles and techniques used for making hats for all seasons, and participants will then be invited to create their own hat to bring home. The cost for this workshop is $25 per person.
Please call 613-821-4062 to register.

When:February 25, 2012

FILM: As part of its "React to the African Film" series, The South African High Commission presents: "Courting Justice", created by Ruth B. Cowan and produced by Luna Films. This film illustrates how the new constitution in post-apartheid South Africa partially lived up to its goals of promoting justice and human rights. Essential to keeping these promises, indeed mandated by the constitution, is a diverse judiciary -- one that includes women. By 2008, 18 percent of the superior court judges were women. This film is their story.

Website:www.courtingjustice.com

When:February 1, 2012

Organized by the African, Caribbean and Black HIV/AIDS Prevention Group. Join us for a frank, informative and fun evening as we explore the social impacts of HIV/AIDS and other sexually transmitted infections. Information table will have a variety of resources and fact sheets on healthy sexuality, and other information. Refreshments provided.  

A partnership with Ottawa Public Health, AIDS Committee of Ottawa and Somerset West Community Health Centre.

Website:www.blackhistoryottawa.org

When:February 2, 2012 - February 3, 2012

The contemporary art-quilts of East St. Louis, Illinois artist Edna J. Patterson-Petty are improvisational and 'jazzy' in their aesthetic quality. They function as conveyors of memories and histories of place ? slavery, race and racism, community and self-emancipation. The quilts in this exhibition not only speak about adversity, they are testaments of the inventiveness of African-American culture as expressed in the syncopated jazz beat. More info on exhibition at http://ottawaartgallery.ca/exhibits/2011/edna-patterson/index-en.php

Website:www.blackhistoryottawa.org

When:February 1, 2012 - February 19, 2012

Join us at the Osgoode Township Historical Society & Museum for our Fourth Annual Amateur Crokinole Tournament in celebration of Heritage Day, as we remember and promote community fellowship and social activities of days gone by. The cost is $10 per participant, and a chili lunch is included. Registration will be limited to 10 teams, on a first come, first serve basis.
Please call 613-821-4062 to register.

When:February 18, 2012

There is no other way to celebrate Valentine’s Day. We will have plenty of supplies on hand to make something special for the special someone.

Website:http://www.nepeanmuseum.ca/content/fairfields-1

When:February 14, 2012

Let’s make Valentine Love-Bugs! Children ages 6 to 12 are invited to our Valentine Craft Day. Using various craft materials, children will create their very own Love-Bug Valentine’s Day ornament! Parents are welcome to stay, and children under 6 years may participate if accompanied by an adult. The cost for this fun activity is $5 per child.
Please call 613-821-4062 to register.

When:February 4, 2012

Children are invited to the Osgoode Museum for our new PD day programming which runs from 8:30am until 5:30pm! For just $25 per child, children ages 6 to 12 can enjoy an exciting theme-day at the museum with us! This month’s theme: Myths & Legends!!! Learn the stories behind several myths & legends including the Loch Ness Monster, Big Foot, as well as other mysterious creatures, and explore this exciting theme through crafts, games & activities! Children must bring their own lunch. Snacks will be provided.
Please call 613-821-4062 to register.

When:February 17, 2012

Friends of the Farm would greatly appreciate your used books for our Used Book Sale on June 16 & 17.  No magazines, encyclopaedias, or text books.

Website:www.friendsofthefarm.ca

When:February 4, 2012

Every Saturday from 1pm until 3pm the Osgoode Township Museum hosts an ongoing Bronze Casting Workshop led by one of our museum members: local artist Gary Briggs. This community project is free of charge and is open to anyone who would like to participate in creating a bronze plaque or figure which will become part of the permanent museum collection documenting the people and places of the Osgoode Township. For a small fee, participants will have the option of having their work cast in bronze a second time if they would like to bring home a personal example of their work.

Website:http://www.magma.ca/~oths/

When:January 7, 2012 - June 30, 2012

The exhibition documents the conservation work recently undertaken by a number of Ottawa’s local museums and showcases the conservation process of several artefacts. The exhibit includes before and after images of the artefacts conserved and information about the science of conservation.

Website:http://www.nepeanmuseum.ca/

When:January 1, 2012 - March 31, 2012

Help us celebrate Ottawa's local heritage!  Heritage Day is a great  opportunity to celebrate our local heritage with the community.

The theme for Heritage Day 2012 is "the Heritage of Power Generation."

Website:www.choocopo.ca

When:February 21, 2012

Families learn the elements of what makes a shelter a good bunker from nuclear attack, as they build their own out of snow. Bunkers will be featured on Facebook, where people can vote for their favourite!

Website:www.diefenbunker.ca

When:February 4, 2012

Try your hand at secret snow codes, and use your mystery-solving skills in our self-guided Winter Scavenger Hunt. A guided tour is recommended to every visitor beforehand, as they will search the bunker for the missing artifact, and learn to code and decode messages during the Scavenger Hunt. A snow cone snack will follow. Free with admission.

Guided tours are offered every hour on the hour starting at 11am, and the last being offered at 2pm.

Website:www.diefenbunker.ca

When:February 11, 2012 - February 12, 2012

Try your hand at secret snow codes, and use your mystery-solving skills in our self-guided Winter Scavenger Hunt. A guided tour is recommended to every visitor beforehand, as they will search the bunker for the missing artifact, and learn to code and decode messages during the Scavenger Hunt. A snow cone snack will follow. Free with admission.

Guided tours are offered every hour on the hour starting at 11am, and the last being offered at 2pm.

Website:www.diefenbunker.ca

When:February 4, 2012 - February 5, 2012