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Righteous Vibe Duo Live

Thu, Apr 25

LIVE MUSIC EVERY THURS, FRI & SAT

Thurs 9:00PM & Fri/ Sat 10:00PM, No Cover

Heart and Crown
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GRANNY PROJECT – HOT DOCS AT THE CANADIAN WAR MUSEUM

Thu, Apr 25 - 07:00 PM

The Canadian War Museum is proud to partner with Hot Docs — North America’s largest documentary...

Canadian War Museum
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Exhibition No. 14 Opening

Fri, Apr 26 - 04:00 PM

The School of the Photographic Arts: Ottawa proudly presents Exhibition No. 14, our end-of-year...

School of Photographic Arts Ottawa
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Trees and Shrubs- the Backbones of your Gardens

Tue, Apr 30 - 07:00 PM

This illustrated talk, presented by Master Gardener Diane McClymont Peace, will include little...

Experimental Farm
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Tree Identification 101

Sun, May 05 - 10:00 AM

The tour leader Ken Farr and and co-leader Zoe Panchen will focus on how to identify the trees...

Experimental Farm
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Ottawa Dinner & Comedy Show

Sat, May 11 - 06:00 PM

GIUSEPPE THE MC comedy show about his Mother!

Sala San Marco
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INTRODUCING 101 THINGS TO DO ON PRESTON We are excited to present 101 Things to do on Preston Street. Your guide to some of the most entertaining, engaging and inspiring activities to enjoy in and around the nation's capital. As one of Ottawa's most vibrant urban neighbourhoods, Preston Street and its surrounding area offer a multitude of adventurous options. We'll be sending out new ideas each week including live entertainment, food, drink, family activities, shopping, history, recreations and so much more.
#88 THE ICE DRAGONS ARE COMING An exciting new addition to the 2018 Winterlude lineup is North America’s first ever ice dragon boat festival. Preston Street makes the ideal home base for watching all the exciting action on nearby Dow’s Lake. For more information visit http://www.icedragonboat.ca/ and be sure to include a Winterlude break for lunch, coffee, hot chocolate or dinner at one of Little Italy’s many delightful cafes and restaurants!
#13 PLAY HOCKEY IN LITTLE ITALY Strap on your skates, grab your helmet and some friends then enjoy the wonderful Canadian tradition of playing shinny or skating laps on an outdoor rink. Carefully tended by dedicated volunteers, seasonal rinks ideal for skaters of all ages are located at both Plouffe Park on Preston Street and Ev Tremblay Park on Beech Street; they’re just two of Ottawa’s more than 250 outdoor rinks. Open daily, weather permitting. Warm up afterwards with hot chocolate at one of Preston’s many...
#76 CHRISTMAS IN THE CAPITAL There’s something magical about heading out to do your Christmas shopping right after the first snowfall of the season. On Preston Street, we love the holidays and you’ll find our merchants ready, willing and able to help with everyone on your gift list. From unique, not-found-anywhere-else items to seasonal specials and beautiful old-world Christmas decor, we make Christmas shopping fun and successful. Make a day of it by planning to have lunch or dinner in Little Italy as a reward for...
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Fabio Leggeri and Fernando Belli Fabio Leggeri and Fernando Belli "We're cousins and we've been in business together for 30 years. I spent a lot of time on Preston when I was growing up;... Read their story
Caitlin Gagnon and Geneviève Duguay Caitlin Gagnon and Geneviève Duguay “We’ve both been in the beauty industry for a long time. After working together in some high end salons, we decided... Read their story
Nick Shallal Nick Shallal “I purchased La Favorita in 1988. It was only take-out and delivery. I introduced a real wood burning stove and unique... Read their story