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I have a fantastic list of things for you to experience in Ottawa, Eastern Ontario, and the Outaouais this week-everything from a home show and costume sale in Ottawa to a food truck festival in Renfrew, the opening weekend of a musical in Gananoque, a fall fair in Metcalfe, a clothing sale in Gatineau, a paranormal investigation in Dunvegan and an autumn colors walk at Leamy Lake. Keep reading for all the details.
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Run or walk for charity in Ottawa or Kingston
Photo by Miguel A. Amutio on Unsplash.
A new event called the Race to End Homelessness invites participants to walk or run 1km, 5km or 10km on Saturday, October 4. This event aims to raise funds for the Alliance to End Homelessness Ottawa, which includes over 75 organizations working towards eliminating homelessness in our city. All routes begin at the RA Centre on Riverside Drive.
This weekend also features one of the capital’s largest walk/run events-the Race for the Kids-to support CHEO. To take part in the 2km, 5km or 10km walk/run at Wesley Clover Parks in Nepean on Sunday, October 5, you need to register online ahead of time.
On Sunday, October 5, join the Best Buddies Friendship Walk-a 1km stroll in Kingston that supports individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The event starts and ends at Lake Ontario Park.
Enjoy amazing concerts everywhere
The Ontario Festival of Small Halls is returning with an exciting lineup of concerts set to take place at cozy venues across Eastern Ontario starting Friday, October 3rd and continuing throughout fall. Honestly, there are just too many concerts and locations to mention here (but you’ll find them all listed in my extensive concert guide). To give you an idea of what’s happening this first weekend: catch AHI performing in Almonte or Morrisburg; The Pairs will be playing in Maberly or Chaffey’s Lock; Chantal Kreviazuk will be performing live in Russell (her show at Almonte is already sold out); and The Rowdymen can be seen in Carleton Place.
If that’s not enough variety for you check my concert list where you can discover shows featuring Garnet Rogers, Brian Adams tribute acts as well as performances dedicated to AC/DC and Anne Murray among others this week.
Indulge at food trucks in Renfrew
Photo of the Renfrew Craft Beer and Food Truck Festival courtesy of the Town of Renfrew.
Are you into food truck treats? Craft brews? Live acoustic music? You’re lucky because the Renfrew Craft Beer and Food Truck Festival offers all these delights as it takes over Low Square in Renfrew on Saturday, October 4.
Cheers at Oktoberfest events around Ottawa
Two locations from Ottawa’s Tavern Group are throwing Oktoberfest parties this weekend: Tavern on the Island will celebrate on Saturday, October 4 while Tavern on the Hill hosts theirs on Sunday, October 5. Both venues will feature beer steins filled with German fare along with live polka music.
In Kingston meanwhile Riverhead Brewing Company is hosting an all-day Oktoberfest bash this Saturday from noon until ten PM featuring their newly launched Oktoberfest Lager alongside other beers plus German-style games & food with live tunes.
Discover home inspiration at EY Centre
The Ottawa Fall Home Show runs from October 2nd through October 5th at EY Centre offering four days packed full of home-related discussions & workshops! Speakers include Anita Murray from local housing site All Things Home; TV host Bryan Baeumler; organization expert Kathy Mc Ewan; handyman Chris Palmer-all ready helping visitors compare products ranging from contractors down through HVAC companies up until landscaping firms & decor retailers!
Catch a play near you!
Photo by Denise Jans on Unsplash.
This week offers theatrical performances suitable for any taste! For comedy lovers there’s Jonas and Barry In The Home showing up at Ottawa Little Theatre while musical aficionados can enjoy opening night festivities around “9 To Five” presented by Thousand Islands Playhouse located within Gananoque or check out “High Times” wrapping season finale over Rankin Culture And Recreation Centre situated Pembroke itself! For darker drama enthusiasts head towards MERA Schoolhouse over Mc Donald’s Corners presenting “My Own Private Shakespeare” only available once during its run! Check my theatre post accordingly regarding more info surrounding those along with additional productions available!
Explore giant vehicles at Touch-A-Truck event
If your child loves big machines then make sure they don’t miss out touching oversized vehicles during free Touch-A-Truck Event occurring inside Robert Plante Greenhouses over Navan scheduled specifically Saturday Oct fourth! Children young-and-old alike may explore around twenty various types including tractors plows graders etc., even honking horns if desired! An onsite coffee truck shall provide snacks/drinks while shoppers could snag pumpkins wreaths seasonal decor items here too!
Snag a unique costume this weekend
You won’t want to miss Orpheus Musical Theatre’s costume sale happening Saturday afternoon between ten AM – One PM located just off Fairmont Avenue #17 within Hintonburg district! Whether creating your own performance piece preparing early Halloween attire dressing up casual workplaces etc., this opportunity doesn’t come often so swing by quickly!
Engage During National Day Of Truth And Reconciliation
Tuesday September thirtieth marks National Day For Truth And Reconciliation whereby communities nation-wide unite reflecting upon tragic impacts stemming residential schools system honoring both survivors’ stories alongside children who never returned home ! Within Eastern Ontario one notable commemoration involves three-day long Reconciliation Through Art event taking place amidst Almonte commencing twenty-eighth proceeding till thirtieth September open earlier than most considering its significance ! Details regarding several upcoming occasions linked educational resources found via dedicated post surrounding National Day Of Truth And Reconciliation.
Find great deals on clothes around Gatineau
La Grande Fripe claims title “largest second-hand market clothing accessories marketplace Outaouais.” Occurring Habitude Design (425 boul St Joseph) across third-fourth day month arriving forth !
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