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Jevon Rudder Live at Heart and Crown

Thu, Nov 22 - 09:00 PM

Sit down for a night of acoustic country tunes with a rock and soul influence courtesy of Jevon...

Heart & Crown Preston
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Pop Art Pomengranate with Paint The Town Ottawa

Sat, Nov 24 - 03:00 PM

Crystal will lead you through step by step instructions, and give you essential techniques and...

Marc Kitchen
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Idle Hands 10 Year Anniversary

Sun, Nov 25 - 10:00 AM

Original art, prints, jewellery, clothing , furniture, pottery, home decor, apothecary, toys,...

St. Anthony`s Banquet Hall
Beauty & Fashion
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Julie Corrigan live at heart and crown

Thu, Nov 29 - 09:00 PM

Born and raised in the Ottawa Valley, Julie Corrigan is a warm & soulful country...

Heart & Crown
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Roadhouse band live

Nov 23 - Nov 24

ROADHOUSE has been playing in and around the Ottawa Valley since 1997. Influenced by several...

Heart & Crown Preston
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The New Originals band live

Nov 30 - Dec 01

The New Originals band features music from multiple eras, older and new. This band is comprised...

Heart and Crown Preston
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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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Antonella Ceglia Antonella Ceglia “La Roma Restaurant originally opened in 1962 on the corner of Somerset and Bronson Avenue. Our family took over in... Read their story
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Natalie Esau Natalie Esau “I’ve known since I was about 13 years old that I wanted to be an esthetician. In high school I did a co-op placement... Read their story