Old Ottawa East Community Newsletter

Oct 1, 2025

In This Issue:

CAG Tuesday Toddler Playgroup

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Yoga for Healthy Aging

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Introduction to Mindfulness

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Events Around Old Ottawa East

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CAG 2025-26 After-School Program

CAG's After-School Programming provides fun, safe, activity-based programming with just the right amount of structure. Outside play and indoor stations are used to provide a balance of free-play time and planned activities that provide options and engagement for the children. Our amazing After-School staff make this happen!

This program is offered to school-aged children from Kindergarten to Grade 6, during regular school days from Monday to Friday, 3:30pm - 5:30pm. Our After-School Program at Brantwood Fieldhouse is currently full. Interested in joining the program at Old Town Hall? Email admin@OttawaEastCAG.ca.

Toddler Playgroups

CAG's Tuesday Toddler Playgroup kicked off its fall session yesterday with fabulous playtime at Brantwood Fieldhouse!

Dates: Sept 30 - Dec 16

Day/Time: Tuesdays, 9:30am - 12 noon

Location: Brantwood Park Fieldhouse (39 Onslow Crescent)

Pricing: $25.00/session or $5.00/drop-in

CAG staff facilitate the weekly activities for this playgroup, including crafts, sensory play, music and more! This casual playgroup is priced for flexibility and allows you to come and go as you please.

Grandir Ensemble

Dates: Sept 18, 2025 - June 16, 2026

Day: Thursdays

Time: 9:30am - 11:30am

Location: Brantwood Park Fieldhouse (39 Onslow Crescent)

Pricing: No cost, no registration

ON y va, programme de Grandir Ensemble, offre gratuitement des lieux où les enfants de 0 à 6 ans, accompagnés de leurs parents et/ou des personnes qui s’occupent d’eux, sont libres de venir jouer, s’amuser et apprendre d’autres personnes, et ce, en français.

Visit Grandir Ensemble's website at: grandirensemble.ca

Mothercraft Ottawa

Dates: Sept 15, 2025 - June 15, 2026

Day: Typically the third Monday of each month

Time: 10:00am - 11:30am

Location: Brantwood Park Fieldhouse (39 Onslow Crescent)

Pricing: No cost, no registration

Mothercraft Sensory Playtime engages your toddler in developmental activities that focus on touch, sight and hearing. Spaces are limited and coffee/tea are provided by CAG. The next Sensory Playtime is: Monday Oct 20, 2025.

Visit Mothercraft Ottawa's website at: mothercraft.com/venues/ontario-early-years-centre

CAG Fall Adult Fitness/Wellness 2025

Yoga for Healthy Aging

This class is geared toward older adults who would like to benefit from the gifts of yoga. The physical benefits from gentle movements and postures are recognized, but yoga offers other benefits as well: through breathing and meditative techniques that can soothe the mind and in turn, offer a broader sense of well-being.

The class will offer modifications to meet the needs of students, providing a strong, challenging but equally relaxed and meditative yoga practice.

Dates: Sept 13 - Dec 13, 2025 (13 weeks*)

Day/Time: Saturdays, 9:30am - 10:30am

Location: Brantwood Park Fieldhouse (39 Onslow Crescent)

Pricing: $156.00 (+ GST), prorated for late registration

*Please note there will be no class on Saturday October 11

Introduction to Mindfulness

This six-week course is designed to introduce you to the principles and practice of mindfulness. This course is appropriate for those who are new to mindfulness or for those who are familiar with mindfulness and are seeking to deepen their practice.

Dates: Oct 2 - Nov 6 (6 weeks)

Day/Time: Thursdays, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Location: Brantwood Park Fieldhouse (39 Onslow Crescent)

Pricing: $120.00 (+ GST)

Events Around Old Ottawa East

Old Ottawa East Community Association (OOECA) October Meeting

The OOECA October 2025 Meeting will take place on Tuesday October 14th, from 7:00pm - 9:00pm. Participants can attend in person at Old Town Hall (61 Main Street) and/or online via Zoom. Everyone is welcome to attend!

Find more details at: ottawaeast.ca/events/2025-10-14

The OOECA's fall membership drive is live right now! Visit their membership webpage to learn about easy ways to become a member and how your household's $5 yearly membership fee supports community activities and advocacy.

The Mainstreeter's September 2025 Newsletter

In case you missed it, The Mainstreeter's September 2025 Newsletter is available and shares an enticing preview of their October 2025 print issue!

Also, read about local community updates, upcoming events, and the lucky winners of the latest prize as part of The Mainstreeter's 40th anniversary Giveaway Contest.

Read more and subscribe to receive future newsletters at: mainstreeter.ca

The Walk for the Centre 2025

This Sunday October 5th, join the Walk for the Centre from 1:30pm - 4:00pm along the beautiful Rideau Canal.

This annual fundraising walk highlights the need for food security for so many in Ottawa's Centretown. 100% of net proceeds go to the Centretown Community Food Centre.

Registration and musical entertainment will open the event at 1:30pm, followed by opening ceremonies at 2:00pm. The walk will begin and end at the Canadian Martyrs Church on Main Street (100 Main Street).

Learn more on how to join a team or donate at: www.centretownchurches.org/walkathon

Ottawa Public Library: Sunnyside Branch Events

Take a look at the Ottawa Public Library: Sunnyside Branch events calendar to see their upcoming kid, adult, and family-friendly programming!

Youth Chess Club

Join the Youth Chess Club next Saturday October 11th at 2:30pm! Drop in to play with teen volunteers who can help improve your game every second Saturday of the month. Reserved for players age 7 to 17.

For more information, click here.

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Send the information to newsletter@OttawaEastCAG.ca and we will gladly include it!

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