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Old Ottawa East Community Newsletter
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Old Ottawa East Holiday Food Drive
From Dec 1, 2025 to Jan 2, 2026, CAG will be collecting donations for the Ottawa Food Bank! Join us in giving back to our community this holiday season and supporting those in need of this essential service.
Donations can be either financial or food, and your donation will enter you into CAG's prize raffle for a chance to win 1 of 3 awesome prizes! Click on the "Learn More" button to find details on how to donate starting Monday Dec 1.
Did You Know? Last year, our wonderful OOE community raised $2,141.00 and around 100 lbs of food. Join CAG in making an even bigger impact this year.
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Homeschool Meet Ups
The Old Ottawa East Homeschool Meet Ups provide an opportunity for community members who are homeschooling their children, to get together to socialize, engage in activities, and play with children in the warmth and shelter of the Brantwood Park Fieldhouse.
Day/Time: Tuesdays, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Fall 2025 Session: Nov 4 - Dec 16, 2025
Location: Brantwood Park Fieldhouse
Pricing: $25.00/session, $5.00 drop-in
Inquiries about Meet Ups can be sent to homeschoolmeetups@ottawaeastcag.ca
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There are limited spots available for CAG's adventure-filled PA Day Camp this Friday Nov 28 for OCDSB students! The theme will be: Winter is Coming!
Children will enjoy a fun-filled day of themed games, crafts and activities at Brantwood Park Fieldhouse.
Times: 8:30am - 4:00pm
Pricing: $55.00/day
Extended Care: 4:00pm - 5:30pm
A limited number of Extended-Care spots will be available depending on the date of the PA Day Camp. Children may be with our regular After-School program where required.
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Join us and have a ball during the holiday break at Brantwood Park Fieldhouse from Dec 29, 2025 to Jan 2, 2026 (not including Thursday Jan 1, 2026).
We are celebrating 4 days of wintery fun-filled indoor and outdoor adventures, exciting activities and festive arts and crafts!
Dates: Dec 29, Dec 30, Dec 31, 2025 and Jan 2, 2026 (not including Jan 1, 2026)
Times: 8:45am - 5:30pm
Location: Brantwood Park Fieldhouse
Pricing: $65.00/day
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Micro Movement Dance
Registration for Micro Movement Dance's Winter/Spring 2026 session is now open! Classes will sell out, so don't delay and register today. Learn more about the classes here.
Classes will run at Old Town Hall (61 Main Street) on Sundays from Jan 11 - June 7, 2026. Please note, there are no classes on March 15, April 5 and May 10.
Did You Know? Micro Movement offers sibling and multi-class discounts.
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On Friday Nov 28, the 2025 CPKC Holiday Train will make four magical stop south of Ottawa in Finch, Merrickville, Smiths Falls and Perth, Ontario.
The train aims to raise food, money and awareness for local food banks and food pantry organizations. Professional musicians play free concerts from the train's brightly decorated stage, and the performers at these four stops will be Jade Eagleson and Teigen Gayse. CPKC donates to the local food bank at each stop and encourages all attendees to make a monetary or heart-healthy food donation.
Details available at: www.cpkcr.com/en/community/HolidayTrain
| | Latvian Church Craft & Bake Sale | | |
Stop by the Latvian Church's Christmas Craft and Bake Sale on Saturday Nov 29 from 10:00am - 2:30pm! Visit 83 Main Street for baked goods, Christmas cards and decorations, jewelry, wood carvings and more. Admission is free and hot lunch, coffee and homemade desserts will also be available.
Find details on their Facebook page here.
| | | Abbotsford Seniors Centre Holiday Craft Fair | | |
Browse wonderful holiday crafts and yummy homemade baked goods at the Abbotsford Holiday Craft Fair. The Fair will take place from 10:00am to 2:00pm on Saturday Nov 29 at 950 Bank Street. Admission is free and proceeds go to support Abbotsford Senior Centre.
Find details at: glebecentre.ca/upcoming-events
| | Climate & Your Cash Event | | |
Join the Glebe Community Association for this practical morning workshop on Sunday Nov 30 from 9:00am - 11:00am at the Glebe Community Centre (Scotton Hall) at 175 Third Avenue. Participants will leave the event with tips on how to green your banking and investments, and will have a chance to chat with leaders from the Ottawa Renewable Energy Cooperative and Housing Forever Bonds project.
Tickets are $10.00, available for purchase at: glebeca.ca/climate-your-cash
| | Capital Ward Holiday Party | | |
Enjoy free pizza, popcorn, refreshments, a family movie and the chance to meet Santa at the Capital Ward Holiday Party on Saturday Dec 6 from 4:30pm - 6:30pm at the Glebe Community Centre (175 Third Avenue). RSVP here.
| | Mayor's 23rd Annual Christmas Celebration | | Winter Lights Across Canada | | From December 8, 2025 to January 9, 2026, enjoy the dazzling winter lights across Ottawa and Gatineau. Click here for the pathway of lights map and admire historical sites and monuments along the way! | | 613Flea Holiday Night Market | | |
The 613Flea Holiday Night Market returns on Friday Nov 28 for the 2025 holiday season! From 5:00pm - 10:00pm on Fridays Nov 28, Dec 5, 12, and 19 browse the ever-changing marketplace that features eclectic goods, antiques, vintage clothing and great foods. Found inside the Aberdeen Pavilion.
Plus, 613Christmas Market is taking place on Saturday Nov 29 (10:00am - 5:00pm) and Sunday Nov 30 (10:00am - 4:00pm) at Carleton University Fieldhouse (Bronson Ave at Sunnyside Ave).
Details available at: www.613flea.ca
| | Ottawa Public Library: Sunnyside Branch Events | | The Ottawa StoryTellers are hosting a free beginner workshop for anyone interested in exploring the art of storytelling. Whether you're looking to perform, share your story or develop a new skill, come ready to learn on Saturday Dec 6 at 12 noon. The workshop will run for 3 hours. Register here. | | | | |
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