Old Ottawa East Community Newsletter

Oct 13, 2026

In This Issue:

PA Day Camp: Oct 26

(CECCE / CEPEO)

Fall CAG D&D: Quest Group

Starts Monday Nov 2

Fall Homeschool Meet Ups

Starts Tuesday Nov 3

Events Around

Old Ottawa East

Introduction to Mindfulness


Introduction to Mindfulness started last week, and you are still welcome to join the class! Tonight's class (Oct 13) has been cancelled, and we will pick back up next Tues Oct 20!


Guided by knowledgeable instructor Andie Wiseman, this course focuses on living more mindfully in the present moment, with simple but powerful techniques that participants can apply in daily life.


Interested in the class but want to try it out first? Register to drop-in!

Day/Time: Tuesdays, 7:30pm - 8:30pm

Dates: Oct 6 - Nov 17, 2026 (6 weeks, no class on Tues Oct 13)

Location: Brantwood Park Fieldhouse (39 Onslow Crescent)

Session Pricing: $120.00 (+GST) / session (prorated for late registration)

Drop-in Pricing: $20.00 (+GST) / class

PA Day Camp: Monday Oct 26

(CECCE & CEPEO Students)


Our next PA Day Camp is coming up on Monday Oct 26 for CECCE & CEPEO Students! Join us for an un-boo-lievably fun Halloween Palooza camp, with themed crafts, games and activities!


Time: 8:30am - 4:00pm

Location: Brantwood Park Fieldhouse (39 Onslow Crescent)

PA Day Camp Pricing: $58.50/day

Extended Care: 4:00pm - 5:30pm for $13.25/day

Plus, be sure to secure your spot(s) early for our November PA Day Camps for OCDSB and CECCE/CEPEO students!

CAG D&D: Quest Group


Day/Time: Mondays, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Dates: Nov 2 - Dec 14, 2026 (7 Weeks)

Location: Brantwood Park Fieldhouse (39 Onslow Crescent)

Pricing: $126.00/session


If you love the storytelling, creativity and teamwork in Dungeons and Dragons, you'll love diving into Quest! Children ages 7 to 11 years old are invited to step into a world of fantasy and adventure with the CAG D&D: Quest group.


Players will create characters, take on exciting challenges, explore new worlds, and shape their own unique stories. Bring your sense of adventure, and get ready for an unforgettable quest!

Homeschool Meet Ups


Day/Time: Tuesdays, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Dates: Nov 3 - Dec 15, 2026 (7 Weeks)

Location: Brantwood Park Fieldhouse (39 Onslow Crescent)

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


Homeschool Meet Ups at the Brantwood Park Fieldhouse provide an opportunity for community members, who are homeschooling their children, to get together to socialize, engage in activities, and play with the children in the warmth and shelter of the Brantwood Park Fieldhouse.

 

Tuesday Toddler Playgroup


Day/Time: Tuesdays, 9:30am - 12:00pm

Location: Brantwood Park Fieldhouse (39 Onslow Crescent)

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


As the weather gets cooler, come warm up inside the Fieldhouse with fun crafts, sensory play, and music! Our Fall session runs weekly, up to and including Dec 15.


Toddlers ages 0 to 4 years old and their parents/caregivers are welcome to enjoy weekly activities facilitated by the CAG team. Free coffee/tea is available!

Mothercraft Sensory Playtime in October


Mothercraft Sensory Playtime engages your toddler in developmental activities that focus on touch, sign and hearing. Children ages 0 to 6 years old are welcome to enjoy weekly activities facilitated by the Mothercraft Ottawa team. This playgroup is free to attend, no registration required.


Next Playgroup Date: Monday Oct 19

Time: 10:00am - 11:30am

Location: Brantwood Park Fieldhouse (39 Onslow Crescent)

Events Around Old Ottawa East

OOECA October Meeting

The Old Ottawa East Community Association's October 2026 meeting is tonight, Tuesday Oct 13 at 7:00pm in person at Old Town Hall (61 Main Street).


Everyone is welcome to attend, and you do not need to be a member of the OOECA to participate. Meeting materials will be shared the day of, and the meeting will take place on the ground floor of Old Town Hall, which is fully accessible.


Details at: https://ottawaeast.ca/events/october-board-meeting

Hazardous Waste Drop-Off Event

The next Household Hazardous Waste event is Saturday October 17 at 4061 Strandherd Drive, from 8:00am to 4:00pm. Access to this site is via Philsar Street, there is no access point off Strandherd.


Please note, electronic waste will not be accepted. Find more information about the drop-off process and what types of waste will be accepted at: ottawa.ca/en/garbage-and-recycling/hazardous-waste-electronic-waste-and-special-items/household-hazardous-waste

Main Street Farmers' Market

 

The Main Street Farmers' Market will be at the Grand Allée Park from 9:00am to 2:00pm on Saturdays, up to and including Saturday October 31!


Be sure to enjoy the delicious seasonal produce, meats, dairy, baked goods and more this month!


Details at: ottawafarmersmarket.ca/main-market

Signatures Handmade Market

Signatures Handmade Market returns this fall from Thursday Oct 22 to Sunday Oct 25! Browse an extensive range of handmade goods from over 70+ Canadian vendors at the Horticulture Building at Lansdowne Park.


Enjoy 50% off tickets during their Early Bird sale, while tickets last! Plus, enjoy free OC Transpo to and from the event, from 3 hours before the Market until 3 hours after.


View more details, purchase tickets and plan your trip at: signaturesottawa.ca

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!

Mysterious Book Society: A Middle Grade Book Club

Come share the enjoyment of reading books with other kids ages 10-13! Each meeting, participants will have a book battle to choose the book we will be reading that month. There will also be activities, games and crafts.


The next session is Thursday, Oct 15 at 6:30pm. Register at: https://booking.biblioottawalibrary.ca/en/event/mysterious-book-society-middle-grade-book-club-1

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