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Friday, July 10
Love him or hate him, Kanye West is on stage at 9:30 p.m. at Bluesfest at LeBreton Flats. Other performers tonight include Vancouver rockers Marianas Trench (8 p.m.), wild-card musician Hawksley Workman (9 p.m.) and local get-up-and-dance band The Souljazz Orchestra (8:30 p.m.). Tickets: from $65. www.ottawabluesfest.ca
Irish singer-songwriter Gráinne Duffy performs at LIVE on Elgin .
Gravelly-voiced, red-haired Irish singer-songwriter Gráinne Duffy will tear up the stage with her blues-rock songs, 9 p.m., LIVE on Elgin. Tickets: $14 in advance, $18 at the door. www.liveonelgin.com
Artisans from around the world will create art from a stone block in just a few days.
Over 40 artisans from around the world will create works of art at the Canadian Stone Carvers Festival using traditional methods to reflect the theme: faces, flora and fauna of the Capital region, from 1 p.m. and then at 8 a.m. all weekend at the Canadian Museum of History. Finished products will be auctioned on Sunday at 2 p.m. with proceeds to Habitat for Humanity. canadianstonecarvingfestival.com
Sadly, British metal band Judas Priest’s tour in the U.S., Spain and Hungary has no booking in the capital. Never fear, for Canada’s (self-styled) original Judas Priest Tribute Band Painkiller, who have been covering the band for over 25 years, plays House of Targ, 10 p.m., Tickets: $5 before 9 p.m. houseoftarg.com
Quinn Coyle takes a ride with his dad Colin Coyle on a Stand-Up Paddleboard.
Learn to Stand-Up Paddleboard through the City of Ottawa introductory lessons at 6:15 p.m. at Petrie Island, with numerous classes for all levels at different locations throughout the summer. All gear included; participants must be 18 years of age or older. Cost: $45. Register at ottawa.ca.
Photos: What to do this week
Wondering what to do this week? We have ideas.
Iggy Azalea is at Bluesfest tonight.
Aussie rapper Iggy Azalea headlines Bluesfest tonight (9:30 p.m.) with EDM artist Porter Robinson (9:45 p.m.), after performances from rapper Nas (8 p.m.), art-rockers Pony Girl (7:30 p.m.) and beautiful songs from Alvvays (8:30 p.m.), and more all day, LeBreton Flats. www.ottawabluesfest.ca
Lemon and Tea Tree Scrub from Scrub Inspired, who will be at the Ottawa Markers Market this weekend.
Ottawa Makers Market July edition — not your nana’s craft fair, showcases local entrepreneurs, artists, musicians and more, from noon to 5 p.m., 715 Cooper St. Admission: Pay-what-you-can, with portion to benefit Harmony House Women’s Shelter. www.facebook.com/ottawamakersmarket
Canadian turntablist and producer Skratch Bastid is bringing his BBQ, some music-making friends — including DJ Green Lantern (Eminem, Nas — who is at Bluesfest tonight), Thugli and Bear Witness from A Tribe Called Red) and a horde of food vendors to TD Place for an all-ages block party, 4 to 11 p.m. We’re assured the hip-hop will be family-friendly; some vendors are licensed. Tickets: $15, but $35 includes a special-edition BBQ apron. spectrasonic.com
A group of Lake Park cottagers enjoying a picnic in 1913.
Or picnic like its 1915 at the Carleton Place and Beckwith Heritage Museum, costumes encouraged, including period live music, displays, games and even residents who will share their stories of that period, noon to 3 p.m., 267 Edmund St. Admission: $5/family at the gate. www.cpbheritagemuseum.com
American Imam Siraj Wahhaj will speak at a fundraising evening iftar, an evening event during Ramadan, to raise funds for the Islamic Relief Canada’s efforts to provide shelter, food and care to those affected by violence in Syria and Burma, 6:30 to 9:30 p.m., Ottawa Muslim Association, 251 Northwestern Ave. Tickets: Donations are welcome. facebook.com
Spins & Needles celebrates its 10th anniversary of creative gatherings where adults can happily make crafts, with an evening of interactive art stalls, graphic art show, DJ sounds and visuals, a popup shop and more, 9 p.m., Saw Gallery, 67 Nicholas St. Tickets: $11 in advance. (And, of course, being innovative they have come up with a DIY craft for those who are out of town or not able to make the event.) www.spinsandneedles.com
Beatrix Whiteside, 7 months, plays with a volleyball at the HOPE Volleyball Summerfest at Mooney’s Bay Beach last summer.
Still not enough stuff to do today? HOPE Volleyball SummerFest one-day tournament to benefit local charities is already full of registered teams, but you can still watch the sporting action, enjoy the beach and water and see headliners Sam Roberts (5:30 p.m.), July Talk (4 p.m.), and School of Rock, Lemon Cash, Cast in Cadence and The Lionyls from 11 a.m. Tickets: $15 in advance, $20 at the gate. hopehelps.com
The Artistes de la Rivières are holding studio exhibits every weekend during the summer in the picturesque village of Portage du Fort, Quebec, located along the Ottawa River about an hour from Ottawa. artistesdelariviere.blogspot.ca
Marc Howard, in full soldier’s gear, walks through the hundreds of tents at Crysler’s Farm military camp in 2013.
It’s time for Canada to fight to save its country again at the 202nd anniversary re-enactment of the Crysler Farm 1812 battle at the Crysler’s Farm monument next to Upper Canada Village, with American and British military camps doing demonstrations and drills all day, period merchants and artisans all weekend from 9:30 a.m. and more, including a chance for children to join in the muster at 1:30 p.m. (Get there early!). Admission: $5 for each battle event, includes $5 off admission to Upper Canada Village. www.cryslersfarm.com / www.uppercanadavillage.com
Sunday, July 12
Bring your bike and an adventurous family for a gentle, nature tour along the canal, including a scavenger hunt, lunch, insect identification with a museum educator and entrance to the Canadian Museum of Nature, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Cost: $200/family of four. Bikes can be rented at a VeloGo spot at the museum. nature.ca
Or learn about the diversity of aquatic plants of Petrie Island and how they provide habitats for fish and other animals with geography professor Jesse Vermaire, 1 p.m., rain or shine at the Nature Centre. Cost: $10, $20/family. Wear closed-toe shows and bring sunscreen. www.petrieisland.org
This four-legged friend, Indy, got some lovin’ from Victoria Nicholson, two, at the Ottawa Humane Society’s Summer Harvest in 2014.
The Summer Harvest Garden Party in honour of the late chef Kurt Waldele and in support of the Ottawa Humane Society is a foodie and pet lovers’s delight, with an animal “show” and beverages and food from local chefs, 1 to 4 p.m., Jean Pigott Pl. Tickets: $125. ottawahumane.ca
Wear a fantastic topper to the Mad Hatter’s Tea Party, with tea cups and free activities provided by the Ottawa-South Community Association, 3 to 5 p.m., Windsor Park. Do bring a picnic blanket. www.oldottawasouth.ca
King Edward Avenue, Lowertown, Ottawa, circa 1930
Learn about Lowertown East’s multicultural past and important historical buildings on a walking tour with specialist Nancy Miller Chenier, meet at 2 p.m., rain or shine, at the École Secondaire de la Salle, 501 Old. St Patrick St. Cost: $10. heritageottawa.org
Sample sweet-chocolate inspired food made from local ingredients by Chef Ian Carswell Wicharuk of the National Gallery of Canada at the Ottawa Farmers Market, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Lansdowne Park. (The menu includes lavender, summer wind tea, and strawberries. Yum.) ottawafarmersmarket.ca
The 5th annual Art in the Barn event has two buildings full of works by more than 50 local artists in the Rideau Lakes Artists Association, also featuring local food vendors and a shaded picnic area, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Lombardy Agricultural Society Fairgrounds, Hwy 15, south of Smiths Falls. Free parking and admission. A portion of all sales will go to the Perth/Smith Falls hospitals. www.rideaulakesartists.com
Monday, July 13
In advance of the release of author Harper Lee’s much-anticipated book Go Set a Watchman tomorrow, a free screening of the 1962 movie of her first book, To Kill a Mockingbird, will be shown at SilverCity Gloucester Cinemas by Indigo Books, 7 p.m. Tickets are free but limited, so register at indigo.ca
The Experimental Farm is seeking volunteers to help with the gardens, particularly the lilacs, Arboretum, Shelterbelt, peonies and roses. No experience is needed. Contact Friends of the Farm at 613-230-3276. www.friendsofthefarm.ca/activities.htm
Tuesday, July 14
The Music & Beyond Festival pays homage to the two world wars in three events today, beginning at 1 p.m. with a performance of music and poetry written by those who perished in the wars, followed by a discussion on Culture and Intolerance: Remembering the Holocaust with speaker Eva Olsson at 4 p.m. Then, Kleztory will play music created during and inspired by the tragedy of The Holocaust at 7:30 p.m., all at the Dominion-Chalmers United Church. Tickets: $10-$50. musicandbeyond.ca
Kinocular Vision wants you to feel better about your own first efforts, and is screening the early works of stars before they were stars, from commercials, music videos to pitches, including early efforts by Quentin Tarantino and P.T. Anderson, 7 p.m., Avant-Garde Bar. Admission: Free, all welcome. kinocular.the-back-row.com
The Abba Show tribute concert at the Shenkman Arts Centre is sold out — including a second show added Wednesday — so enjoy this video to encourage finding some Summer Night City in Ottawa.
Instead of disco, enjoy the music of the theremin, played by Thorwald Jørgensen as author Sean Michaels reads from his Giller Prize-winning novel, Us Conductors, inspired by the life of theremin inventor Lev Termen, 7:30 p.m., Southminster United Church. Tickets: $10-$50. Passes available at www.musicandbeyond.ca
In a twist to Reddit’s AMAs, the Ask Women Anything series brings experts in their fields to discuss their work and answer questions, live and in person; this time, meet the “Feminist Twins” Jenna and Kayla Spagnoli, 6 p.m., Artissimo Coffee ‘N Tea, 179 George St. Admission: Free. facebook.com
Gaymer night goes Rock Band, so get the riffs out of the basement and bring your band to a real stage at Swizzles Bar and Grill, 6 p.m. (Other games will also be available to play.) facebook.com
Wednesday, July 15
The 5/15 Farm Run is in honour of the time the cows are let out at the Experimental Farm.
Join the cows in the evening 5/15 Farm Run — named after the time they are let out each evening (5:15 p.m.) and the length of the two routes, 5K and 15K — in support of the Friends of the Experimental Farm. Start at 6:30 p.m. on Morningside Lane, south of the NCC Scenic Driveway. Registration: $25, $10/youth. runottawa.ca
Be exposed to some innovative music made with found objects, accompanied with multimedia installations as Instant Places & David Broscoe perform an all ages show, 7:30 p.m., Black Squirrel Books, 1073 Bank St. Tickets: $8 or pay-what-you-can.
Thursday, July 16
It is a day for art.
First, artist Julie Berthelot’s homage to the urban forest continues in her new solo exhibit, Stillness, opening with an event from 6 to 10 p.m., Orange Art Gallery, 290 City Centre Ave. orangeartgallery.ca
A Good Death by Alex Chowaniec at Wall Space Gallery until Aug. 2.
Then a fundraising vernissage of the group show Paper: works on and of paper, featuring artists Alex Chowaniec, Michelle Valberg, David Lidbetter, Jane Woisak and more, to benefit the OAG, is on from 7 to 9 p.m., Wall Space Gallery, 358 Richmond Rd. Tickets: $25, includes refreshments from Piggy Market, Pure Kitchen, Vineland Estates Winery and more. eventbrite.ca
Who will win the National Art Battle?
Then the National Art Battle championship live cutthroat competition is on, with 16 artists from coast-to-coast who have won the audience-picked contests in their own regions come to see if they can win championship glory — at your whim, 7 p.m., The Westin, 11 Colonel By Dr. Tickets: $40. artbattle.ca
Friday, July 17
Stinky tofu is an acquired tasted but very popular and will be on offer from Toronto’s Hong Kong Stinky Tofu at the Ottawa Asian Festival Night Market on July 17 to 19 at Lansdowne Park.
Pretend Lansdowne Park is Bangkok at the open-air Ottawa Asian Festival Summer Night Market, with over 45 themed food vendors, many coming from Toronto including the infamous Hong Kong Stinky Tofu — just follow the line, we’re told — and a festival-only introduction to Philippine BBQ from Ottawa’s Meryenda food truck. We’re also told the Happy Twist potato, taro fried-starch-on a stick is a must-try. The first festival in the park is open 8 p.m. to midnight on Friday, noon to midnight on Saturday and 2 to 9 p.m. on Sunday, with non-stop entertainment, including band Maybe Refuge, singers Kanna Qiu, Denis Ng, Khloe Cu and Gary Cheng and a kids’ zone. Admission is free, with food ranging from $3 to $10. (There is a Redblacks game on Friday, so be prepared for parking woes and take the bike instead.) www.ottawaasianfest.com
If the Ottawa Redblacks win against the Edmonton Eskimos — and there is a good chance they will, sports enthusiasts tell us — it will be the first time they will have won three games in a season, three games in a row and be their first undefeated streak, 7:30 p.m., TD Place. capitaltickets.ca
All are invited to celebrate the end of Ramadan at the Eid Al-Fitr celebration, combined with the Muslim Summer Festival, with the food, clothing, art and more from over 25 countries to explore, from Malaysia to Somalia, and activities for the whole family, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., EY Centre, 48999 Uplands Dr. www.macottawaweid.com
Cirque Fantastic has created special acrobatics for the Music Beyond Festival closing gala.
The Music and Beyond Festival closes with a gala featuring acrobatics and juggling from Cirque Fantastic and performances from Jasper Wood, Catherine Ferreira, Julian Armour, John Geggie and Alliage Quintet, 7:30 p.m., Dominion-Chalmers United Church. musicandbeyond.ca
Celtic punk band Dropkick Murphys
Canadian icons The Tragically Hip headline the Bluesfest show tonight, also with folk-country poetry-music from Bahamas, electronic-pop party from Lowell, and Celtic punk band the Dropkick Murphys — making for an eclectic and fun night. ottawabluesfest.ca
Or, escape the city and enjoy Summer Metal Meltdown with A Darker Day, VYC, Vyper, Ithron, 9 p.m., St. John Pub, 129 John St., Arnprior. Tickets: $10. facebook.com
Saturday, July 18
Pinhey’s Point Historic Site has hands-on events all Saturday giving children the chance to try heritage trades and crafts.
Kids can try different heritage trades or crafts, from leatherwork to soap-making, at DIY History every Saturday from 1 to 3 p.m. until September at Pinhey’s Point Historic Site, 270 Pinhey’s Point Rd. Cost is $6/child. Register at museums@ottawa.ca ottawa.ca
Explore the works of artist Alex Colville with curator Andrew Hunter as he gives a one hour talk in the exhibit space at 2 p.m., followed by a discussion by guest curator Julie Nash on the relationship between the artist and on of his earliest patrons, Lincoln Kirstein, 4 p.m., both included with admission to the exhibit, National Gallery of Canada. gallery.ca
It’s Eel Day in Ottawa as the Riverkeeper celebratesand introduces this “lovely”animal that is vital to our watershed and was once the dominant fish, but is now dwindling in numbers, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Rideau Locks. www.ottawariverkeeper.ca
Frozen the movie is being screened in French outdoors at the Museum of History.
Bring your favourite blanket and stuffed animal to watch a free, outdoor screening of La Reine des Neiges (Frozen), in French only, with other family fun including inflatable games, snacks and more, 6 p.m., River Park behind the Canadian Museum of History. www.tourismeoutaouais.com
Canadian musical comedy duo Bowser & Blue perform their pointed, uncensored and satirical songs in two shows, 7 and 9:30 p.m., Yuk Yuk’s. Thin-skinned politicians may want to think twice before attending. Tickets: $28.25. www.yukyuks.com
Submit event information to kendemann@ottawacitizen.com, by 8 a.m. Monday, two weeks before the event. Photos are welcome.
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Love him or hate him, Kanye West is on stage at 9:30 p.m. at Bluesfest at LeBreton Flats. Other performers tonight include Vancouver rockers Marianas Trench (8 p.m.), wild-card musician Hawksley Workman (9 p.m.) and local get-up-and-dance band The Souljazz Orchestra (8:30 p.m.). Tickets: from $65. www.ottawabluesfest.ca
Irish singer-songwriter Gráinne Duffy performs at LIVE on Elgin .
Gravelly-voiced, red-haired Irish singer-songwriter Gráinne Duffy will tear up the stage with her blues-rock songs, 9 p.m., LIVE on Elgin. Tickets: $14 in advance, $18 at the door. www.liveonelgin.com
Artisans from around the world will create art from a stone block in just a few days.
Over 40 artisans from around the world will create works of art at the Canadian Stone Carvers Festival using traditional methods to reflect the theme: faces, flora and fauna of the Capital region, from 1 p.m. and then at 8 a.m. all weekend at the Canadian Museum of History. Finished products will be auctioned on Sunday at 2 p.m. with proceeds to Habitat for Humanity. canadianstonecarvingfestival.com
Sadly, British metal band Judas Priest’s tour in the U.S., Spain and Hungary has no booking in the capital. Never fear, for Canada’s (self-styled) original Judas Priest Tribute Band Painkiller, who have been covering the band for over 25 years, plays House of Targ, 10 p.m., Tickets: $5 before 9 p.m. houseoftarg.com
Quinn Coyle takes a ride with his dad Colin Coyle on a Stand-Up Paddleboard.
Learn to Stand-Up Paddleboard through the City of Ottawa introductory lessons at 6:15 p.m. at Petrie Island, with numerous classes for all levels at different locations throughout the summer. All gear included; participants must be 18 years of age or older. Cost: $45. Register at ottawa.ca.
Photos: What to do this week
Wondering what to do this week? We have ideas.
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Gregory Peck as Atticus Finch holding his son Jem in the movie To Kill A Mockingbird, which is being shown in a free screening ahead of the release of Harper Lee's new book.
Barbecued Lamb Skewers are just one of the Asian street foods to be for sale at a Night Market to be held at Lansdowne July 17 to 19.
Go on a family nature bike ride with a museum guide on Sunday. Laurel McIvor / Canadian Museum of Nature
Lowell plays her challenging but danceable music at Bluesfest. Norman Wong / handout
Re-enact the Battle of Crysler's Farm this weekend. JULIE OLIVER / OTTAWA CITIZEN
Fiesta Ice pops is among the artisans at the Ottawa Makers Market this weekend.
An 1865-1874 bird's-eye picture shows Rideau Falls, Lowertown, Parliament in background. Learn more about the history of the area in a walking tour this Sunday. City of Ottawa Archives / CA 15190
Summer Sky by Julie Berthelot in her urban forest series is at Cube Gallery in a solo exhibit until August 2.
The Art Battle national championships is in Ottawa July 16.
The 5/15 Farm Run is in honour of the time the cows are let out at the Experimental Farm. Reader Photo / Martin McCormack
Sean Michaels, author of Us Conductors, demonstrates how to play the thereminy, April 7, 2014. Darren Calabrese / Darren Calabrese/National Post
MONA Woodworking will be at the Ottawa Markers Market this weekend.
Get your own Skratch Bastid BBQ party apron with a special event.
Go Set a Watchman is the sequel to To Kill a Mockingbird.
This four-legged friend, Indy, got some lovin' from Victoria Nicholson, two, at the Ottawa Humane Society's Summer Harvest in 2014. Caroline Phillips / Ottawa Citizen
Local artists participate in a local heat of the Art Battle in 2014. James Park / Ottawa Citizen
The Tragically Hip headline Bluesfest on July 17. Gordon Hawkins / handout
The potato, taro and sweet potato tornados are a must-try, says Asian Fest organizer Simon Huang. courtesy / Ottawa Asian Festival
Sam Roberts Band plays Hope Summerfest.
Author Harper Lee's long-awaited sequel to To Kill a Mockingbird will be released on Tuesday. Rob Carr / AP
Alife Jurvanen is Bahamas at Bluesfest this week. Reynard Li / handout
Frozen the movie is being screened in French outdoors at the Museum of History. Uncredited / CP
Celebrate the eel with the Ottawa Riverkeeper.
Enjoy fried squid from Toronto's K-Zone at the Ottawa Asian Festival Summer Night Market on July 17 to 19 at Lansdowne Park.
Lemon and Tea Tree Scrub from Scrub Inspired, who will be at the Ottawa Markers Market this weekend.
Enjoy SanTang from Toronto vendor 'Three Spice Stew' at the Ottawa Asian Festival Summer Night Market on July 17 to 19 at Lansdowne Park.
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Iggy Azalea is at Bluesfest tonight.
Aussie rapper Iggy Azalea headlines Bluesfest tonight (9:30 p.m.) with EDM artist Porter Robinson (9:45 p.m.), after performances from rapper Nas (8 p.m.), art-rockers Pony Girl (7:30 p.m.) and beautiful songs from Alvvays (8:30 p.m.), and more all day, LeBreton Flats. www.ottawabluesfest.ca
Lemon and Tea Tree Scrub from Scrub Inspired, who will be at the Ottawa Markers Market this weekend.
Ottawa Makers Market July edition — not your nana’s craft fair, showcases local entrepreneurs, artists, musicians and more, from noon to 5 p.m., 715 Cooper St. Admission: Pay-what-you-can, with portion to benefit Harmony House Women’s Shelter. www.facebook.com/ottawamakersmarket
Canadian turntablist and producer Skratch Bastid is bringing his BBQ, some music-making friends — including DJ Green Lantern (Eminem, Nas — who is at Bluesfest tonight), Thugli and Bear Witness from A Tribe Called Red) and a horde of food vendors to TD Place for an all-ages block party, 4 to 11 p.m. We’re assured the hip-hop will be family-friendly; some vendors are licensed. Tickets: $15, but $35 includes a special-edition BBQ apron. spectrasonic.com
A group of Lake Park cottagers enjoying a picnic in 1913.
Or picnic like its 1915 at the Carleton Place and Beckwith Heritage Museum, costumes encouraged, including period live music, displays, games and even residents who will share their stories of that period, noon to 3 p.m., 267 Edmund St. Admission: $5/family at the gate. www.cpbheritagemuseum.com
American Imam Siraj Wahhaj will speak at a fundraising evening iftar, an evening event during Ramadan, to raise funds for the Islamic Relief Canada’s efforts to provide shelter, food and care to those affected by violence in Syria and Burma, 6:30 to 9:30 p.m., Ottawa Muslim Association, 251 Northwestern Ave. Tickets: Donations are welcome. facebook.com
Spins & Needles celebrates its 10th anniversary of creative gatherings where adults can happily make crafts, with an evening of interactive art stalls, graphic art show, DJ sounds and visuals, a popup shop and more, 9 p.m., Saw Gallery, 67 Nicholas St. Tickets: $11 in advance. (And, of course, being innovative they have come up with a DIY craft for those who are out of town or not able to make the event.) www.spinsandneedles.com
Beatrix Whiteside, 7 months, plays with a volleyball at the HOPE Volleyball Summerfest at Mooney’s Bay Beach last summer.
Still not enough stuff to do today? HOPE Volleyball SummerFest one-day tournament to benefit local charities is already full of registered teams, but you can still watch the sporting action, enjoy the beach and water and see headliners Sam Roberts (5:30 p.m.), July Talk (4 p.m.), and School of Rock, Lemon Cash, Cast in Cadence and The Lionyls from 11 a.m. Tickets: $15 in advance, $20 at the gate. hopehelps.com
The Artistes de la Rivières are holding studio exhibits every weekend during the summer in the picturesque village of Portage du Fort, Quebec, located along the Ottawa River about an hour from Ottawa. artistesdelariviere.blogspot.ca
Marc Howard, in full soldier’s gear, walks through the hundreds of tents at Crysler’s Farm military camp in 2013.
It’s time for Canada to fight to save its country again at the 202nd anniversary re-enactment of the Crysler Farm 1812 battle at the Crysler’s Farm monument next to Upper Canada Village, with American and British military camps doing demonstrations and drills all day, period merchants and artisans all weekend from 9:30 a.m. and more, including a chance for children to join in the muster at 1:30 p.m. (Get there early!). Admission: $5 for each battle event, includes $5 off admission to Upper Canada Village. www.cryslersfarm.com / www.uppercanadavillage.com
Sunday, July 12
Bring your bike and an adventurous family for a gentle, nature tour along the canal, including a scavenger hunt, lunch, insect identification with a museum educator and entrance to the Canadian Museum of Nature, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Cost: $200/family of four. Bikes can be rented at a VeloGo spot at the museum. nature.ca
Or learn about the diversity of aquatic plants of Petrie Island and how they provide habitats for fish and other animals with geography professor Jesse Vermaire, 1 p.m., rain or shine at the Nature Centre. Cost: $10, $20/family. Wear closed-toe shows and bring sunscreen. www.petrieisland.org
This four-legged friend, Indy, got some lovin’ from Victoria Nicholson, two, at the Ottawa Humane Society’s Summer Harvest in 2014.
The Summer Harvest Garden Party in honour of the late chef Kurt Waldele and in support of the Ottawa Humane Society is a foodie and pet lovers’s delight, with an animal “show” and beverages and food from local chefs, 1 to 4 p.m., Jean Pigott Pl. Tickets: $125. ottawahumane.ca
Wear a fantastic topper to the Mad Hatter’s Tea Party, with tea cups and free activities provided by the Ottawa-South Community Association, 3 to 5 p.m., Windsor Park. Do bring a picnic blanket. www.oldottawasouth.ca
King Edward Avenue, Lowertown, Ottawa, circa 1930
Learn about Lowertown East’s multicultural past and important historical buildings on a walking tour with specialist Nancy Miller Chenier, meet at 2 p.m., rain or shine, at the École Secondaire de la Salle, 501 Old. St Patrick St. Cost: $10. heritageottawa.org
Sample sweet-chocolate inspired food made from local ingredients by Chef Ian Carswell Wicharuk of the National Gallery of Canada at the Ottawa Farmers Market, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Lansdowne Park. (The menu includes lavender, summer wind tea, and strawberries. Yum.) ottawafarmersmarket.ca
The 5th annual Art in the Barn event has two buildings full of works by more than 50 local artists in the Rideau Lakes Artists Association, also featuring local food vendors and a shaded picnic area, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Lombardy Agricultural Society Fairgrounds, Hwy 15, south of Smiths Falls. Free parking and admission. A portion of all sales will go to the Perth/Smith Falls hospitals. www.rideaulakesartists.com
Monday, July 13
In advance of the release of author Harper Lee’s much-anticipated book Go Set a Watchman tomorrow, a free screening of the 1962 movie of her first book, To Kill a Mockingbird, will be shown at SilverCity Gloucester Cinemas by Indigo Books, 7 p.m. Tickets are free but limited, so register at indigo.ca
The Experimental Farm is seeking volunteers to help with the gardens, particularly the lilacs, Arboretum, Shelterbelt, peonies and roses. No experience is needed. Contact Friends of the Farm at 613-230-3276. www.friendsofthefarm.ca/activities.htm
Tuesday, July 14
The Music & Beyond Festival pays homage to the two world wars in three events today, beginning at 1 p.m. with a performance of music and poetry written by those who perished in the wars, followed by a discussion on Culture and Intolerance: Remembering the Holocaust with speaker Eva Olsson at 4 p.m. Then, Kleztory will play music created during and inspired by the tragedy of The Holocaust at 7:30 p.m., all at the Dominion-Chalmers United Church. Tickets: $10-$50. musicandbeyond.ca
Kinocular Vision wants you to feel better about your own first efforts, and is screening the early works of stars before they were stars, from commercials, music videos to pitches, including early efforts by Quentin Tarantino and P.T. Anderson, 7 p.m., Avant-Garde Bar. Admission: Free, all welcome. kinocular.the-back-row.com
The Abba Show tribute concert at the Shenkman Arts Centre is sold out — including a second show added Wednesday — so enjoy this video to encourage finding some Summer Night City in Ottawa.
Instead of disco, enjoy the music of the theremin, played by Thorwald Jørgensen as author Sean Michaels reads from his Giller Prize-winning novel, Us Conductors, inspired by the life of theremin inventor Lev Termen, 7:30 p.m., Southminster United Church. Tickets: $10-$50. Passes available at www.musicandbeyond.ca
In a twist to Reddit’s AMAs, the Ask Women Anything series brings experts in their fields to discuss their work and answer questions, live and in person; this time, meet the “Feminist Twins” Jenna and Kayla Spagnoli, 6 p.m., Artissimo Coffee ‘N Tea, 179 George St. Admission: Free. facebook.com
Gaymer night goes Rock Band, so get the riffs out of the basement and bring your band to a real stage at Swizzles Bar and Grill, 6 p.m. (Other games will also be available to play.) facebook.com
Wednesday, July 15
The 5/15 Farm Run is in honour of the time the cows are let out at the Experimental Farm.
Join the cows in the evening 5/15 Farm Run — named after the time they are let out each evening (5:15 p.m.) and the length of the two routes, 5K and 15K — in support of the Friends of the Experimental Farm. Start at 6:30 p.m. on Morningside Lane, south of the NCC Scenic Driveway. Registration: $25, $10/youth. runottawa.ca
Be exposed to some innovative music made with found objects, accompanied with multimedia installations as Instant Places & David Broscoe perform an all ages show, 7:30 p.m., Black Squirrel Books, 1073 Bank St. Tickets: $8 or pay-what-you-can.
Thursday, July 16
It is a day for art.
First, artist Julie Berthelot’s homage to the urban forest continues in her new solo exhibit, Stillness, opening with an event from 6 to 10 p.m., Orange Art Gallery, 290 City Centre Ave. orangeartgallery.ca
A Good Death by Alex Chowaniec at Wall Space Gallery until Aug. 2.
Then a fundraising vernissage of the group show Paper: works on and of paper, featuring artists Alex Chowaniec, Michelle Valberg, David Lidbetter, Jane Woisak and more, to benefit the OAG, is on from 7 to 9 p.m., Wall Space Gallery, 358 Richmond Rd. Tickets: $25, includes refreshments from Piggy Market, Pure Kitchen, Vineland Estates Winery and more. eventbrite.ca
Who will win the National Art Battle?
Then the National Art Battle championship live cutthroat competition is on, with 16 artists from coast-to-coast who have won the audience-picked contests in their own regions come to see if they can win championship glory — at your whim, 7 p.m., The Westin, 11 Colonel By Dr. Tickets: $40. artbattle.ca
Friday, July 17
Stinky tofu is an acquired tasted but very popular and will be on offer from Toronto’s Hong Kong Stinky Tofu at the Ottawa Asian Festival Night Market on July 17 to 19 at Lansdowne Park.
Pretend Lansdowne Park is Bangkok at the open-air Ottawa Asian Festival Summer Night Market, with over 45 themed food vendors, many coming from Toronto including the infamous Hong Kong Stinky Tofu — just follow the line, we’re told — and a festival-only introduction to Philippine BBQ from Ottawa’s Meryenda food truck. We’re also told the Happy Twist potato, taro fried-starch-on a stick is a must-try. The first festival in the park is open 8 p.m. to midnight on Friday, noon to midnight on Saturday and 2 to 9 p.m. on Sunday, with non-stop entertainment, including band Maybe Refuge, singers Kanna Qiu, Denis Ng, Khloe Cu and Gary Cheng and a kids’ zone. Admission is free, with food ranging from $3 to $10. (There is a Redblacks game on Friday, so be prepared for parking woes and take the bike instead.) www.ottawaasianfest.com
If the Ottawa Redblacks win against the Edmonton Eskimos — and there is a good chance they will, sports enthusiasts tell us — it will be the first time they will have won three games in a season, three games in a row and be their first undefeated streak, 7:30 p.m., TD Place. capitaltickets.ca
All are invited to celebrate the end of Ramadan at the Eid Al-Fitr celebration, combined with the Muslim Summer Festival, with the food, clothing, art and more from over 25 countries to explore, from Malaysia to Somalia, and activities for the whole family, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., EY Centre, 48999 Uplands Dr. www.macottawaweid.com
Cirque Fantastic has created special acrobatics for the Music Beyond Festival closing gala.
The Music and Beyond Festival closes with a gala featuring acrobatics and juggling from Cirque Fantastic and performances from Jasper Wood, Catherine Ferreira, Julian Armour, John Geggie and Alliage Quintet, 7:30 p.m., Dominion-Chalmers United Church. musicandbeyond.ca
Celtic punk band Dropkick Murphys
Canadian icons The Tragically Hip headline the Bluesfest show tonight, also with folk-country poetry-music from Bahamas, electronic-pop party from Lowell, and Celtic punk band the Dropkick Murphys — making for an eclectic and fun night. ottawabluesfest.ca
Or, escape the city and enjoy Summer Metal Meltdown with A Darker Day, VYC, Vyper, Ithron, 9 p.m., St. John Pub, 129 John St., Arnprior. Tickets: $10. facebook.com
Saturday, July 18
Pinhey’s Point Historic Site has hands-on events all Saturday giving children the chance to try heritage trades and crafts.
Kids can try different heritage trades or crafts, from leatherwork to soap-making, at DIY History every Saturday from 1 to 3 p.m. until September at Pinhey’s Point Historic Site, 270 Pinhey’s Point Rd. Cost is $6/child. Register at museums@ottawa.ca ottawa.ca
Explore the works of artist Alex Colville with curator Andrew Hunter as he gives a one hour talk in the exhibit space at 2 p.m., followed by a discussion by guest curator Julie Nash on the relationship between the artist and on of his earliest patrons, Lincoln Kirstein, 4 p.m., both included with admission to the exhibit, National Gallery of Canada. gallery.ca
It’s Eel Day in Ottawa as the Riverkeeper celebratesand introduces this “lovely”animal that is vital to our watershed and was once the dominant fish, but is now dwindling in numbers, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Rideau Locks. www.ottawariverkeeper.ca
Frozen the movie is being screened in French outdoors at the Museum of History.
Bring your favourite blanket and stuffed animal to watch a free, outdoor screening of La Reine des Neiges (Frozen), in French only, with other family fun including inflatable games, snacks and more, 6 p.m., River Park behind the Canadian Museum of History. www.tourismeoutaouais.com
Canadian musical comedy duo Bowser & Blue perform their pointed, uncensored and satirical songs in two shows, 7 and 9:30 p.m., Yuk Yuk’s. Thin-skinned politicians may want to think twice before attending. Tickets: $28.25. www.yukyuks.com
Submit event information to kendemann@ottawacitizen.com, by 8 a.m. Monday, two weeks before the event. Photos are welcome.
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