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Posted Sunday, August 31, 2003 by admin
Lynx clinch wild card
The Lynx win put them into the playoffs for the first time since 1995!
The Lynx will start playoffs start Wednesday at 7:05 p.m. against the Pawtucket Red Sox at Lynx Stadium

The Lynx are back in action tonight when they take on Scranton for the first of a two-game series. Game time is 6:05 p.m. Sunday & 1:05 on Labour Day!

PLAYOFF TICKETS ARE ON SALE NOW!
CALL 755-1166 or visit ticketmaster.ca!

Posted Saturday, August 30, 2003 by admin
Rogers Television marks International Adult Learners' Week
Rogers Television marks International Adult Learners' Week (IALW) 2003 on Thursday, September 4 at 3:30 p.m. with a live broadcast of the launch of International Adult Learners' Week from the Library and Archives of Canada.

IALW celebrates the hope, opportunity and empowerment that come with learning throughout life. The one-hour nationally televised event, hosted by the Canadian Commission for UNESCO, will be headlined by Kim Phuc Phan Thi, the woman whose childhood image captured the world and defined the Vietnam War. Ms. Phuc, a Canadian citizen and UNESCO Goodwill Ambassador for Peace, will chronicle her own learning journey and the many challenges faced along the way.

The one hour program will include a performance by Get in the Car a women's drumming group based in Kingston and will also profile According to Us, a group of diverse women who use photography as a tool for social change.

International Adult Learners Week is observed by almost 30 countries around the world. It is being celebrated for the second year in Canada from September 7 to 13. This year's event will also mark the start of the United Nations Literacy Decade (2003 - 2012) in Canada.

The launch of IALW 2003 will broadcast live on Rogers Television 22 and Télévision Rogers. All proceedings will be simultaneously translated.

Rogers Television provides timely and relevant programs about local matters. Every year, our stations produce over 19,000 hours of informative local programming, reinforcing Rogers Cable's commitment to the communities we serve. Rogers Television is a service available exclusively to cable customers as part of the basic service of Rogers Cable Inc., Canada's largest cable company, delivering high quality entertainment, information and communication services to 2.3 million customers in Ontario, New Brunswick and Newfoundland. Rogers Television 22 serves the Ottawa community.

Posted Saturday, August 30, 2003 by admin
Labour Day schedule changes
The City of Ottawa would like to remind its residents of the
following schedule changes for Labour Day, Monday, September 1, 2003.

* Ottawa City Hall and all six satellite Client Service Centres will
be closed. Business will resume as usual on Tuesday, September 2.

* The City's Provincial Offences Court, located at 1595 Telesat Court,
will also be closed.

* There will be no collection of garbage, recycling, and leaf and yard
waste. This collection will be delayed by one day for the remainder of the
week (from Tuesday, September 2, until Saturday, September 6).

* OC Transpo service, including the O-Train, will operate on a Sunday
schedule. Call 560-1000 plus your four-digit stop number for automated
schedule information, phone 741-4390, or visit octranspo.com
.

Although municipal offices are closed on Monday, September 1, client service
representatives are available to help citizens with general information on
City services, 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Call 580-2400 (TTY
580-2401) or visit the City's Web site at ottawa.ca .

Posted Saturday, August 30, 2003 by admin
MUDMEN cd release shindig at Zaphod Beeblebrox
ZAPHOD BEEBLEBROX & CARLSBERG RED DRAUGHT BEER
PRESENT...

CD Release Shindig

From Toronto
Sextant/ EMI Recording Artists
MUDMEN

+ guests t.b.a.
(Suggestions welcome. Email zaphods_ottawa@hotmail.com)

Wednesday, September 17 (Doors 8pm)

ZAPHOD BEEBLEBROX, 27 York Street, Ottawa, Canada.
Age 19+/ General Admission
Tickets: $8 only at the door

Let’s get this right out of the way. The Mudmen are a rock band with bagpipes. That’s right a rock band with bagpipes. And drums. And guitars. And a bass. And a singer. This is not novelty, it’s reality.

On their self-titled 2001 debut the Mudmen made quite an impression on the Canadian music scene. Winning over rockers, punks, metalheads and Celtic warriors from coast to coast by touring relentlessly on the strength of their hit single and video “Saturday”. Other tracks from the album such as “Drink & Fight”, “5 O’clock” and “In My Head” soon solidified the band’s reputation both on air and on stage.

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MUDMEN's web site - http://www.mudmen.ca

Information:
MUDMEN - Cam Carpenter (416) 603-7500 cell (416) 919-0250 prickpr@hotmail.com
SEXTANT RECORDS - Jenna Cloughley (905) 470-5177 jcloughley@sextantrecords.com
ZAPHOD BEEBLEBROX - Eugene Haslam (613) 237-5301zaphods_ottawa@hotmail.com http://www.zaphodbeeblebrox.com

Posted Saturday, August 30, 2003 by admin
ERIN McKEOWN's deliciously indefinable sound at Zaphod Beeblebrox
ZAPHOD BEEBLEBROX, STEAM WHISTLE & JAGERMEISTER
PRESENT...

From Fredericksburg, Virginia
Nettwerk Recording Artist
Produced by Dave Chalfant (The Nields)
ERIN McKEOWN

+ RED WOOD CENTRAL

Thursday, October 9 (Doors 8pm)

ZAPHOD BEEBLEBROX, 27 York Street, Ottawa, Canada.
Age 19+/ General Admission
Tickets: $10 only at the door

As long as music fans continue to yearn for the acerbic wit of Randy Newman, the innovative stylings of Bjork and Liz Phair, and the intricate arrangements of Elvis Costello, Erin's latest and third full-length record, "Grand" will prove necessity in any music lover's collection.

Erin originally hails from Fredricksburg, Virginia. She started playing piano at the late age of three and has since adapted smartly to a slew of other instruments including bass, drums, and most of all, guitar. So, writing songs seemed the natural progression.
Playing her songs in front of people soon became an obsession with Erin, as well as her strongest suit. She has built a substantial fan base in the true troubadour fashion of touring and has sold nearly 30,000 copies of her full-length debut, Distillation, both in stores and from the stage. She snagged top honors in the Providence Phoenix's music poll for "Best Folk Artist" of 2000, not to mention a Boston Music Award nomination for outstanding new singer/songwriter.
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ERIN McKEOWN's web site - http://www.erinmckeown.com
RED WOOD CENTRAL's web site - http://www.redwoodcentral.com

Information:
ERIN McKEOWN - Monica Seide/ Nettwerk America (310) 855.0643 ext.206 monica@nettwerk.com
RED WOOD CENTRAL - Allan.Wood@ec.gc.ca
ZAPHOD BEEBLEBROX - Eugene Haslam (613) 237-5301 zaphods_ottawa@hotmail.com http://www.zaphodbeeblebrox.com

Posted Saturday, August 30, 2003 by admin
Meetings at Ottawa City Hall next week
The following Council and standing committee meetings are scheduled
during the week of September 1, 2003, at Ottawa City Hall, 110 Laurier
Avenue West. Agenda items that may be of special interest to citizens and
the media have been highlighted.

City Council - Wednesday, September 3, 1:30 p.m., Andrew S. Haydon Hall

Health, Recreation and Social Services Committee - Thursday, September 4,
9:30 a.m., Champlain Room
* Action Ottawa Program Guidelines and Requests for Proposals - Update
on Consultation
* Federal Funding for Homelessness 2003-2006
* East District Arts and Cultural Centre: Site Selection

The agenda for committee meeting and related reports will be posted on the
City's Web site at ottawa.ca and will be available at the meeting.

Posted Saturday, August 30, 2003 by admin
HOTEL books room at Zaphod Beeblebrox
ZAPHOD BEEBLEBROX & LABATT 50
PRESENT...

From Toronto
Produced by Jordon Zadorozny (Sam Roberts) and Greg O'Shea (Starling)
HOTEL

+ guests t.b.a.
(Suggestions welcome. Email zaphods_ottawa@hotmail.com)

Saturday, September 20 (Doors 8pm)

ZAPHOD BEEBLEBROX, 27 York Street, Ottawa, Canada.
Age 19+/ General Admission
Tickets: $6 only at the door

"Hotel seem like the perfect next big thing." - NOW Magazine

"...their intensity can reach incredible highs that defy what most bands are capable of doing." - The Gate

Toronto's Hotel make their triumphant return to Ottawa since packing Zaphods and selling out of CDs in June. They're about to release their first single, Pink Crack, to radio and are in pre-production on a video for the song as well. This fall will see the band touring throughout Ontario.

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HOTEL's web site - http://www.freetinysoap.com

Information:
HOTEL - Linda Woods/ Siren Promotions (416) 532-3440 linda@sirenpromotions.com
ZAPHOD BEEBLEBROX - Eugene Haslam (613) 237-5301 zaphods_ottawa@hotmail.com http://www.zaphodbeeblebrox.com

Posted Saturday, August 30, 2003 by admin
Todd Mattila-Hartman unveils crime prevention policy
Todd Mattila-Hartman, candidate for the seat of River Ward Councillor in the fall municipal election, unveiled today his policy to reduce crime in River Ward.

This policy will address two levels of crime prevention. The first measure is a pre-emptive approach seeing the development and expansion of community-based programs creating activities for youth to participate in, and facilities where they can meet with friends in a safe and supervised environment. The creation of similar centres in other areas of the city has created a drop in crime upwards of 65%. The second measure will use the more traditional approach of directing additional resources to front line policing, placing additional officers on the street to directly address problems.

“Ottawa grows larger as each day passes” said Todd, “and while this brings prosperity and great opportunity to the city, unfortunately it has also seen increases in crime. Youth centres have proven to reduce smaller crimes such as mischief and vandalism, making it possible for the police to focus on the more serious problems in the community.”

If elected, Todd will make improved safety of our homes, streets, and communities a priority.

For more information on Todd’s crime policy or campaign contact him by phone at (613) 799 6771, or by email at Todd@VoteTodd.ca.

Todd Mattila-Hartman registered to run for the position of River Ward City Councillor on March 12, 2003. The 27 year old small business owner has lived in Ottawa his entire life and has always had a strong interest in municipal politics and urban planning. During the campaign he will be discussing issues that affect our communities such as parks and recreation, urban development, transit and transportation, and safety. He will also be discussing ways to streamline city government to help us through these difficult financial times. Information about Todd is available online at www.VoteTodd.ca.

Posted Saturday, August 30, 2003 by admin
OPP advises:"Summer is over - be patient - be prepared this Labour Day weekend!"
The Ontario Provincial Police reminds
motorists that the Labour Day weekend is typically one of the busiest long
weekends of the year. With students heading back to school, there are many
special events planned across the province, and cottagers will be making end
of season trips.
Tragically, the last long weekend of summer often claims the record for
the most lives lost. Last year, eight people died in motor vehicle collisions
on Ontario's highways.
The OPP urges drivers to take extra time when behind the wheel and be
sure that seatbelt and child restraints are used by everyone in the vehicle.
Seatbelts and child restraints prevent serious injuries and death! It will be
a busy weekend on the roads, so expect delays and be prepared. That means
focusing your attention on driving, expecting changes in weather and putting
safety first. When you have reached your destination, keep safety in mind
while on the water by wearing your PFD's.
Throughout the weekend, thanks to the OPP's partnership with McDonald's
Ontario, the OPP will be distributing Buy One Get One Big Mac(R) coupons to
selected drivers stopped through the OPP's RIDE program. Traffic Sergeant
Chris Whaley states "We all must do our part to make our highways & waterways
safe this Labour Day long weekend.
The OPP wants all travelers to get to and from their destinations safely.
I hope everyone enjoys the last holiday weekend of the summer and starts the
school year safe and sound. By working together, we can all make Ontario's
roads & waterways safer."

Posted Saturday, August 30, 2003 by admin
The Ottawa Senators announced today the 22 players invited to attend the club's fifth rookie camp
The Ottawa Senators announced today the 22 players invited to attend the club's fifth rookie camp and tournament from Wednesday, September 3 to Wednesday, September 10.

The Senators' hopefuls will go through medical testing on Wednesday, September 3, followed by a 4:30 p.m. practice at the Corel Centre. They will return to the ice on Thursday for two practice sessions and one other on Friday before focusing on the tournament, which also features rookie squads from Montreal and Carolina.

The Senators and Canadiens have taken part in the rookie tournament for the past four years, while the Hurricanes are coming on for the first time. Ottawa won the first two tournaments in 1999 and 2000, Montreal won in 2001, and the Florida Panthers took last year's title. The tournament schedule is as follows:

Sat., Sept. 6 Ottawa vs Montreal 7 p.m.
Sun., Sept. 7 Ottawa vs Carolina 7 p.m.
Mon., Sept. 8 Montreal vs Carolina 7 p.m.
Tue., Sept. 9 Semi-final 7 p.m.
Wed., Sept. 10 Championship 12 noon
*All games played at the Corel Centre. Tickets are at $5 each and are available through CapitalTickets.ca starting Friday, August 29 at 10 a.m.

The rookie camp and tournament have become an integral part of the Senators' player development program, with 11 or more of the rookies being invited to the main camp in each of the last three years. The Senators' Jason Spezza, Anton Volchenkov, Martin Havlat and Mike Fisher have highlighted past rookie camps and distinguished themselves with invitations to the main camp.

The players will be put through their paces by Senators' assistant coaches Don Jackson, Randy Lee and Perry Pearn, and Binghamton Senators coaching staff, John Paddock and Mike Busniuk.

The following are notes on the players invited to the Senators rookie camp (the complete roster is attached):

Drafted: Six players were drafted by the Senators: Will Colbert, Jan Platil, Christoph Schubert, Scott Dobben, Brooks Laich and Josef Vavra. Will Colbert (seventh round pick, 228th overall) is the only Ottawa pick from the 2003 draft. Also, six players were drafted by other NHL teams: Adam Munro (2001, 1st round pick, Chicago), Billy Thompson (2001, 5th round pick, Florida), Eric Himelfarb (2001, 6th round pick, Montreal), Brian McGrattan (1999, 4th round pick, Los Angeles), Shaun Sutter (1998, 4th round pick, Calgary) and Greg Watson (2001, 2nd round pick, Florida).

Experienced campers: Eight players participated in the Senators' development camp this past July, and six participated in last year's rookie camp/tournament.

Local flavour: Will Colbert is from Arnprior, Ont. and played the 2002-03 season with the Ottawa 67's. Three players (Nathan Tennant, Jourdan Lagacé and Steve Simoes) played the 2002-03 season for the University of Ottawa. Sean Langdon is from Nepean, Ont. and Dave Reid is from Brockville, Ont.

Here and there: Seventeen (17) of the 22 players are Canadian, along with two from the United States and one from Germany, and two from the Czech Republic. Nine of the 17 Canadians are from Ontario along with three from Alberta, two from Saskatchewan and one each from Nova Scotia, Quebec and British Columbia.

Young and old: Will Colbert is the youngest player in camp at 18, and Andy Hedlund is the oldest at 25 years old. Three players are celebrating birthdays in September: Billy Thompson turns 21 on the 24th, Mike Gough turns 21 on the 9th and Brian McGrattan turns 22 on September 2.

International experience: Brooks Laich represented Canada at the 2003 World Junior Hockey Championships, winning a silver medal. Christoph Schubert played for Germany at the 2000 World Junior Championship and qualifying tournament, 2002 World Junior Championship (B group), World Senior Championship and Salt Lake City Olympics. Josef Vavra represented the Czech Republic in under-16 tournaments.

Posted Saturday, August 30, 2003 by admin
Jennifer Dickson lecture series
November 2003
JENNIFER DICKSON LECTURE SERIES: THE SOPHISTICATED TRAVELLER
This November, Dr. Jennifer Dickson will present her long-awaited biannual lecture series in partnership with the Ottawa Art Gallery. This series of evening lectures for the traveller and the intellectually inquisitive will examine less well-known destinations and go behind the scenes in favourite venues. The emphasis will be on culture and history, and will include original photography by Dr. Dickson taken during recent travels in Bermuda, Northern Cyprus, Istanbul and Northumberland.
Advance tickets are $75 (+ GST) for OAG members, and $95 (+ GST) for non-members. For information and ticket purchases for the Jennifer Dickson Lecture Series, please contact (613) 233-8699 x 221 or info@ottawaartgallery.ca.

Monday November 3 2003 at 7 pm
LECTURE 1: GARDENS OF NORTHERN ENGLAND
The defensive nature of the architecture of North Yorkshire and Northumberland bears witness to the border wars between England and Scotland. Perched above the River Swale, Richmond Castle in North Yorkshire acquired a contemporary garden by Neil Swanson in 2000. The juxtaposition of ancient and modern is a characteristic of the northern renaissance. Within sight of the wind towers of Whitley Bay is Seaton Delaval Hall, a late masterpiece by Sir John Vanbrugh. Twice gutted by fire, and left roofless for fifty years, it was partially restored in 1950 by the Lord Hastings. The 20th century formal gardens, designed by James Russell, form an exquisite setting for this grandiose ruin. Cragside House has a precipitous rock and heather garden overlooking the Debdon valley. As part of the economic revitalisation of the north, the young Duchess of Northumberland commissioned Jacques and Peter Wirtz to create a great cascade and water basin on the scale of Versailles – the design to be uncompromisingly modern and using electronic technology. The great water garden at Alnwick opened to the public in 2002 and symbolizes the energy of the revitalised north. Finally, the mystical associations of the tidal flats at Holy Island attract pilgrims following in the steps of Saint Aidan, who founded Lindisfarne Priory in 635 AD.

Monday November 10 2003 at 7 pm
LECTURE 2: TURQUOISE WATERS AND CORAL REEFS
One of the last British colonies, settled in the early 17th century, Bermuda by virtue of its isolated mid-Atlantic position exists in a time warp. Privileged, prosperous and racially integrated, this curving archipelago of seven linked islands is proud of its British heritage. The Naval Dockyard has been restored as a maritime museum, showing off its distinctive classical stone architecture. Vernacular architecture is also suited to the climate; stepped roofs of coral blocks capture rainwater on an island with no lakes or rivers. Gracious colonial houses, like Verdmont, with its elegantly furnished interior and verdant garden, give us an accurate idea of a sophisticated British-colonial culture. But it is the gardens of Bermuda which are its greatest treasure; from the magnificence of the Bermuda Botanical Gardens to the small English gardens of Saint George’s, the first colonial capital. Bougainvillea, hibiscus, oleander and morning glory bloom in colourful profusion. In private gardens orchid, bird-of-paradise and frangipani perfume the air.

Monday November 17 2003 at 7 pm
LECTURE 3: BITTER LEMONS
From prehistoric to modern times, the small Mediterranean island of Cyprus has been batted like a shuttlecock from invader to conqueror (Hellenistic, Roman, Byzantine, Venetian, Ottoman, British, Greek and Turkish). Divided in two in 1974, the north became predominantly Turkish and the south became Greek. Unrecognized by the international community, the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus remains mercifully under-exploited both archaeologically and culturally. At Vrysi there are traces of a Neolithic settlement. The Pigádhes Sanctuary is a Bronze Age shrine. The Phoenician palace of Vouni burnt to the ground in 380 BC. Wild flowers bloom among the ruins of ancient Salamis, a major trade centre from the 11th century BC until the harbour silted up during Byzantine times. The remote Kárpas peninsula presents a pre-industrial landscape where shepherds graze their flocks near early Christian churches. Above Kryenia are the ruins of the crusader abbey of Béllapais, a village made famous by the presence of writer Lawrence Durrell who lived here from 1953 to 1956. Finally, the city of Famagusta, with its Venetian walls and cathedral-mosque symbolises the cultural complexity of this mythological island.

Monday November 24 2003 at 7 pm
LECTURE 4: LATE OTTOMAN OPULENCE
In the 19th century, Istanbul was transformed architecturally by two reformist sultans, the brothers Abdül Mecit I (1839-1861) and Abdül Aziz (1861-1876). Under the autocratic sultan Abdül Hamit II (1876-1909), the Ottoman Empire became economically dependent on Kaiser Wilhelm II and German expansionist policies. Yet a string of palaces and summer pavilions set in exquisite gardens were built in Istanbul during the late 19th century. A dynasty of imperial architects, the Balyan family, designed and executed the Beylerbeyi Palace, the Küçüksu Palace, and the Pavilion of the Linden Tree in addition to the well known Dolmabahce Palace. At the beginning of the 20th century a brilliant Italian architect Raimondo D’Aronco gave Istanbul a selection of exquisite Art Nouveau buildings—from the Seyh Zafir Complex to the Imperial Porcelain Factory. The German architects Otto Ritter and Helmuth Cuno designed the exterior and the interior of the Haydarpasa Railway Station, which includes stained glass, Art Nouveau furniture and a rose garden. The last hereditary khedive of Egypt commissioned a palace for his mother from Delfo Seminati, another Italian. Set in formal gardens (now a public park) guests ascend in a bronze art nouveau elevator to a tower with a sweeping view up and down the Bosphorus.

JENNIFER DICKSON: BIOGRAPHY
For more than twenty years, Jennifer Dickson has been a passionate nationalist and an outspoken defender of the rights of Canadian Artists. The only Canadian member in the history of the Royal Academy of Arts in London, England, she was named to the Order of Canada in 1995. In 1988, she was awarded an honorary doctorate by the University of Alberta, Edmonton, for her contribution to Canadian culture.
Jennifer Dickson is a nationally recognized artist. Her photographic exhibition, The Last Silence, curated by the Canadian Museum of Contemporary Photography, toured 15 venues in Canada and Italy for 6 years. Since then, her insatiable curiosity has led her to Turkey, initially in pursuit of the Roman emperor Hadrian and his lover Antinous, subsequently to Seljuk, Ottoman and Armenian cultural sites.
As a teacher, Jennifer Dickson has served on the faculties of the Saidye Bronfman Centre, Montreal, Concordia University, Queen's University, the University of Ottawa, and the University of Alberta, Edmonton. As a participant in the Canada Council's Visiting Artist program, she has conducted lectures and workshops on numerous occasions in Newfoundland, Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Quebec, northern Ontario, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Alberta and British Columbia. Her images have been used on the covers of fourteen books by Canadian authors.

Posted Saturday, August 30, 2003 by admin
Second Ottawa resident diagnosed with possible West Nile virus
A second Ottawa resident has been diagnosed with a possible case of
West Nile virus. The elderly man is suspected of having contracted the virus
locally since he has only travelled in the Ottawa-Gatineau area recently.

The man is being treated for meningitis-like symptoms at a local hospital
and is resting comfortably. Preliminary tests indicate possible West Nile
virus. Tests to confirm WNv are being run, but conclusive results are not
expected for several weeks.

The latest case is the second local resident to be diagnosed as possibly
having the virus. The first person is also an elderly male and he remains in
hospital where he has been treated for the past three weeks. The two men
live in different parts of the City.

"We have moved more adult mosquito traps into the area where this gentleman
lived," said Associate Medical Officer of Health Patricia Huston, "and we
will be testing to see if they are carrying the West Nile virus."

The City of Ottawa has mounted an aggressive campaign against the WNv this
year. Larvicide has been applied in the sewer system twice this summer and
also in selected ditches and open bodies of water. This helps to control the
number of mosquitoes that are most likely to carry the virus. The local
mosquito population and the number of crow deaths are being monitored
regularly. So far, nine local crows have tested positive for the West Nile
virus while only one positive mosquito pool has been detected out of the 538
local pools tested.

There have been seven confirmed human cases of West Nile virus in Canada so
far this year and another 42 probable cases according to Health Canada. This
includes one confirmed case in southern Ontario and five confirmed cases in
Saskatchewan.

Dr. Huston encourages everyone to take precautions against being bitten by
mosquitoes since the WNv is transmitted through mosquito bites. People
should apply an insect repellent containing DEET to exposed skin and on
their clothes when outside. Long sleeves and light-coloured clothes are
advisable especially when mosquitoes are most active like at sunrise, in the
early evening and at night. Screens on doors and windows should be checked
to make sure there aren't any holes through which mosquitoes could slip.

Posted Thursday, August 28, 2003 by admin
Ottawa Blues This Week -- 27 August 2003
This is a completely informal update of blues or blues-related events in Ottawa. The mailing list has been compiled from various sources and includes folks who are interested in blues. Please contact me at lizbluesottawa@aol.com to add or delete email addresses from the list and to pass along any comments.
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CONGRATULATIONS
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The Maja Awards were established in Toronto in 1985 to promote Canadian talent and encourage creativity and originality in Canadian Gospel Music. Ottawa's Gospel Diva, Kathy Grant Mahon, has earned nominations for Female Artist of the Year, Best Urban Gospel Album of the Year as well as Canadian National Gospel Song of the Year. The Maja Awards will be presented in Toronto on October 25.
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SPECIAL EVENTS THIS WEEKEND
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The Twisters
Rainbow, 76 Murray Street
Thursday, August 28
and
Tucson's, 2440 Bank Street
Saturday, August 30

Attention! Storm Warning! Juno Award nominees, co-winners of the Indie
Award for Best Blues Album 2003, The Twisters from Vancouver are blowin'
through Ottawa on their way back to ‘sweet home Vancouver'.

The Twisters are one of the hardest hitting acts on the blues scene today. Paying dues to the blues tradition, The Twisters swing hard with three inspiring vocalists, tightly woven harp & guitar lines, and a relentless driving rhythm section forging a groove that refuses to be denied. Each of the members has brought his musical talents and influences to the table, resulting in a potpourri of "Blues Cuisine" guaranteed to satisfy the most discerning blues palette. From deep in the Mississippi Delta to early Chicago shuffles, from infectious Texas grinders to West Coast jump and funky swamp-soaked Louisiana rhythms, The Twisters serve up the goods. Top it all off with strong original compositions and a live show renowned for rockin' the house and there's only one thing left ... do yourself a favour and see what the storm's all about.
(http://www.twisters.ca)
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LOCAL HIGHLIGHTS THIS WEEKEND
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Fine Fat Daddy
Rainbow, 76 Murray Street
Friday, August 29

This local band has acquired a quite a following of dedicated blues fans. Over the summer, Fine Fat Daddy appeared at the Mt. Tremblant blues festival, guitarist/vocalist Roxanne Potvin has been working on her soon-to-be-released CD, and rumour has it that Frank has been practicing his baritone sax!
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REGULAR EVENTS THIS MONTH
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Mondays: Maria Hawkins @ the Rainbow
Tuesdays: Ken & Don @ the Rainbow ... early show 5-7 pm
Tuesdays: L'il Al @ the Cumberland Arms patio
Wednesdays: Early show with Dr. Dave @ the Rainbow 5-7 pm
Thursdays: Dinner & acoustic blues @ Tucson's
Thursdays: Blues Jam with Johnny Russell & Mike Ktenas @ Irene's
Saturday afternoons: Blues jam @ the Rainbow
Sunday afternoons: Blues jam @ the Rainbow
Sunday afternoons: Guy del Villano & guests @ Royal Oak, Bank St.
Sunday evenings: Acoustic blues with dinner @ Tucson's, 6-9 pm
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LOCALS THIS WEEKEND
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Friday, August 29
Fine Fat Daddy @ the Rainbow

Friday, August 29
The Priorities @ Tucson's

Friday, August 29
Blue Soul @ the Bayou

Saturday, August 30
The Smacks @ Duke Of Somerset Pub (downstairs) – no cover

Saturday, August 30
Tony D Band @ the Rainbow

Posted Wednesday, August 27, 2003 by admin
Soft Canyon & The Unicorns bring jubliant rock psychedelia to Zaphod Beeblebrox
ZAPHOD BEEBLEBROX & LABATT 50
PRESENT...

Jubilant Rock Psychedelia

From Montreal
Alien8 Recording Artists
Former members of TRICKY WOO, LOCAL RABBITS, THE BEAUTIFUL LOSERS
Charting at #4 on the National Campus/ College Radio Charts
SOFT CANYON

+ THE UNICORNS

Saturday, September 6 (Doors 8pm)

ZAPHOD BEEBLEBROX, 27 York Street, Ottawa, Canada.
Age 19+/ General Admission
Tickets: $8 only at the door

"Members of scorching psychedelic rockers Tricky Woo now deliver a more mature sound, one that ranges from
Southern boogie to jaunty pop-psych." - NXNE.

"The band takes cues from across the music spectrum, but unlike many of the rock bands to achieve success
recently they shape their sound into something fresh and personal. Soft Canyon borrows heavily from the
Laurel Canyon sound that spawned the likes of producer, arranger and musician Jack Nietzsche as well as
absurdist popster Van Dyke Parks, not to mention the great influence it had on Arthur Lee's Love and
former Canadian Neil Young. This is most evident on the anthem-style track 'Hope's Great Divide,' a track that
is extremely catchy and chock-full of studio trickery that will have the listener thinking it must be one of those
lost gems from the 70s. Soft Canyon layers the sound of two or three guitars and keyboards with incredible depth
in the vocal department and a drum sound that recalls the studio wizardry of Phil Spector. The band also blends
heavy influences of Pink Floyd's Atom Heart Mother era with early Grateful Dead and Allman Brothers, but without
falling into the trap of ripping off or rehashing the same old sounds. In this respect they are comparable to Royal Trux
or Acid Mothers Temple in the sense that they are paying homage to their influences but still changing the face of rock
at the same time." - FORCEDEXPOSURE.com

"Soft Canyon's sound, which they qualify under the "goodtimes" heading, owes a debt to the top-shelf jangle-pop of
Badfinger, the early (meaning reasonable) days of prog rock and the gentle, mildly-baked roots-rock Gram Parsons'
once called "cosmic American music."" - MONTREAL MIRROR.

Not merely a rock and roll band, Soft Canyon are a spiritual force whose selfless approach towards musical nirvana is uncompromised. Delivering the good times, while tugging at your heart strings with a confidence and joy rarely found in today's cookie-cutter music. It is hardly surprising that this newly born band is already generating an appreciative fan base.

Formed by Andrew Dickson shortly after he retired his seminal rock and roll explosion Tricky Woo, Soft Canyon boast a treasure trove of Montreal's finest rock musicians. With their first release presently charting at #4 on the National Campus Charts, and a jubilant live show, Soft Canyon are here to bring you the music of salvation.

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SOFT CANYON's web site - http://www.softcanyon.org
THE UNICORNS' web site - http://www.cs.mcgill.ca/~abatko/unicorns/

Information:
SOFT CANYON - softcanyon@hotmail.com
ALIEN8 - alien8@alien8recordings.com
ZAPHOD BEEBLEBROX - Eugene Haslam (613) 237-5301 zaphods_ottawa@hotmail.com http://www.zaphodbeeblebrox.com

Posted Wednesday, August 27, 2003 by admin
Ottawa residents are invited to take a stroll through Kaladar Park this weekend.
Ottawa residents are invited to take a stroll through Kaladar Park
this weekend, where they can enjoy some of the improvements brought to the
park over the summer. Starting at 2 p.m., a number of special events are
scheduled to take place, including a bocce demonstration and the Mayor's
Annual Bocce Cup tournament.

Residents are also invited to join Councillor Clive Doucet for the unveiling
of a new play structure, new picnic tables, park and players' benches, as
well as paved lanes around the bocce courts to better allow wheelchair
athletes to participate in the sport.

Date: Sunday, August 31, 2003
Time: 2 p.m.
Location: Kaladar Park
(Brookfield Road at Huntley, south of Heron
Road)

Posted Wednesday, August 27, 2003 by admin
Community Soccer This Saturday 6PM
All skill levels welcome to....

COMMUNITY SOCCER

# # # # Q U I C K L Y # # # #

Saturday the 30th of August at 6PM
Confederation Park
Bring: **LOTS of water**, shinpads if you have them, comfy clothes,
friends, fruit

# # # # I N T R O # # # #

We'll make teams and decide on rules when people show up. Nothing too
serious.

If it rains, show up anyways. Rain is energizing.

Bring anyone who wants to come along and play... obviously this isn't
limited to "active" people.

Remember it'll come in handy to be able to run more than three minutes
before falling on your face when the revolution comes. :)

# # # # F A Q # # # #

Q - "Do people actually come out to that?"

A - "Yes."

Posted Wednesday, August 27, 2003 by admin
Demolition Doll Rods pow your wow at Zaphod Beeblebrox
ZAPHOD BEEBLEBROX, STEAM WHISTLE & JAGERMEISTER
PRESENT...

From Detroit
In The Red/ Matador Recording Artists
The Legendary...
DEMOLITION DOLL RODS

+ Guests t.b.a.
(Suggestions welcome. Email zaphods_ottawa@hotmail.com)

Thursday, September 25 (Doors 8pm)

ZAPHOD BEEBLEBROX, 27 York Street, Ottawa, Canada.
Age 19+/ General Admission
Tickets: $10 only at the door

The Demolition Doll Rods are children of God who were sent to this
planet to inspire the creative forces that lie at the heart and soul of
each and every living creature.

Through the forces of the powers that be, Danny, Christine and Margaret
Doll Rod venture far and wide. Through (or by) the grace of God they
will Rock, they will Roll, they will out of control every heart and soul
that be.

As they get around they will strip you down, pow your wow, challenge you
to live right here and right now. Each and every nation shall experience
this sensation.

If you can, you will and they do. There is no means of Transportation
that will get you like the Demolition Doll Rods. They will drive you
out of your mind and into your soul.

They are here to let you know who you are is what you be and to each us
all is everything.

God Bless and Rock On!

"The trio perform near-naked, save for the occasional pasty, hubcap, dog biscuit, Fudgesicle, or whatever else they
can get to stick to their genitals. But don't mistake their exhibitionism for mere shock-rock novelty; the band's
rockabilly-flavored garage-punk sound lends weight to their super sexed white-trash antics". - SPIN.

"Somewhere in between the Cramps, the Donnas, Jon Spencer and Royal Trux, this wonderfully bold Detroit trio
dishes out a somewhat sparse but totally convincing brand of sexy soulful rock n' roll, often while naked. Although
pretty trashy in sight and sound, the Demolition Doll Rods ultimately won me over with rough-hewn sing-along
choruses about their take on love, sex, rock stardom, and just about everything else. And when Margaret calls out
"I just wanna get married for the weekend!" on my favorite track, I can't help but give my blessings" - Skyway.

The Doll Rods are a one-band movement, a high-colonic lifestyle, an R'n'B T&A circus garnering legions of new fans wherever they go. They do happen to make a few people pretty fucking uncomfortable just by being so damn comfortable with themselves, but if that's the case, just relax and let them wildly diddle your not-so secret spot. If you wanna shakeyour ass, well, just come on...

The Doll Rods are:
Cristine (drums) - sex bomb metrnome who lives in a sound world all her own.
Margaret (vocals, guitar) singer/songwriter/ringleader. She literally bends over backwards for your pleasure.
Danny (guitar, vocals) - school of hard licks graduate (formerly in the Gories). What little clothes he wears indicates he's in drag. And baby, if you can't hang with that, you can just go home.

Secret origins:
Sisters Margaret and Cristine were caught dirty dancing to soul sisters Martha Whitney and Sugar Pie DeSanto and shipped off to catholic school. It was there that they met soulmate Danny, busy sinning to the Ramones and the Runaways. And one velvet morning, run away is what they did, in order to realize their dreams of rocking in an "all-girl" kind of way.

Perma-tour:
The Doll Rods enjoy a legendary reputation amongst this nation's Teamsters, who collect and trade stories and videotapes of the band's nearly nude truckstop yoga sessions. Sure, these love-making problem children have toiled in the basement like all the rest, but make no mistake, they're a well-lubed touring machine who've come into their sound through tens of thousands of miles of good old fashioned road work. They've whipped audiences into a frenzied state on their tours with Iggy Pop, Blues Explosion, Boss Hog, Guitar Wolf and Quintron.

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DEMOLITION DOLL RODS' web site - http://www.demolitiondollrods.com

Information:
DEMOLITION DOLL RODS - demolitiondollrods@yahoo.com
ZAPHOD BEEBLEBROX - Eugene Haslam (613) 237-5301 zaphods_ottawa@hotmail.com http://www.zaphodbeeblebrox.com

Posted Wednesday, August 27, 2003 by admin
Councillors Herb Kreling and Phil McNeely will host a Fun Day at
Councillors Herb Kreling and Phil McNeely will host a Fun Day at
Petrie Island Park this Saturday. The festivities will include a beach
volleyball tournament, as well as music from a local dj.

Date: * New Date * Saturday,
August 30, 2003
Time: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
1:30 p.m.: Sand turning
ceremony
Location: Petrie Island Park
North on Trim Road at
Highway 174

Representatives from the Government of Canada, the Province of Ontario, City
Council, Friends of Petrie Island and local community associations will be
on hand to participate in the sand turning ceremony and to answer questions.

Posted Wednesday, August 27, 2003 by admin
The Ottawa Senators and the Corel Centre announced today the introduction of CapitalTickets.ca
The Ottawa Senators and the Corel Centre announced today the introduction of CapitalTickets.ca as the exclusive provider of tickets for all Senators games and Corel Centre events.

"CapitalTickets.ca is a logical business progression for the Senators and Corel Centre as we continue to look for ways to make our fans' experience at our events a memorable one," said Mr. Melnyk. "Ticket sales is one of, if not the most important revenue source for NHL teams. CapitalTickets.ca gives us the ability to better service our fans and be more responsive to their needs."

CapitalTickets.ca will allow the Senators and Corel Centre to have direct and exclusive involvement in ticket sales and strategic branding, while providing new revenue sources to both organizations. The Senators are the first NHL club to take ticketing "in-house".

For hockey fans and entertainment event patrons, this new partnership provides enhanced services by allowing them to purchase, receive, transfer and manage their tickets directly from the CapitalTickets.ca website. In addition to the comprehensive Internet services, fans will be able to purchase tickets for the first time through a toll-free number, 1-877-788-FANS (3267).

All fans visiting CapitalTickets.ca until Sept. 30 can enter for a chance to win a "VIP All Access Pass". Through this promotion, one lucky fan will win a prize package that includes two (2) tickets to all events at the Corel Centre for the next year, including season tickets for the Ottawa Senators.

CapitalTickets.ca has partnered with Paciolan (www.paciolan.com), a ticketing solutions provider that allows venues to sell their own tickets.

Posted Wednesday, August 27, 2003 by admin
Here are five unique and exciting international jazz events that you should mark in your calendar and plan to attend:
Here are five unique and exciting international jazz events that you should mark in your calendar and plan to attend:

1] On Monday October 6, AVAILABLE JELLY will be at the NAC Fourth Stage. Led by Michael Moore on alto sax and clarinet, the band is made up of Wolter Wierbos, trombone, Eric Boeren, trumpet, Tobias Delius, tenor sax, Ernst Glerum, bass and Michael Vatcher on drums. Four of the six appeared here with the ICP Orchestra in April. Expect the unexpected.

2] On Saturday October 18, U. S. pianist MARILYN CRISPELL, described by the All Music Guide as “One of the finest modern jazz pianists” will be JOHN GEGGIE’S guest in his series at the NAC Fourth Stage.

3] On Monday October 27, veteran Dutch clarinetist and saxophonist AB BAARS will bring his trio to the Mercury Lounge in Ottawa as part of their extensive fall tour of North America. The trio, featuring bassist Wilbert de Joode and drummer Martin van Duynhoven, is one of the leading bands on the vital improvised music scene in Holland.

4] On Monday November 10, the group AROS will appear at the NAC Fourth Stage. This international group is made up of Canadians Rob Armus, saxophone and John Korsrud, trumpet, Dutch violinist Oene van Geel, Austrian Marion von Tilzer, piano, Dutch bassist Ernst Glerum and Scottish Alan Gunga Purves, percussion. Since settling in Amsterdam in 1992, Armus has collaborated with many musicians including Han Bennink, Tristan Honsinger and Walter Wierbos.

5] On Monday December 15, the trio of pianist MICHIEL BRAAM, bassist Wilbert de Joode and drummer Michael Vatcher will perform at the NAC Fourth Stage. The All Music Guide says of Braam “In Holland he is a major figure who leads an outstanding band; and he is an original jazz pianist, too. He infuses his group writing with an Ellingtonian aura that absorbs a large slice of 20th century popular music, from Sousa marches to swing to the most modern free and avant-garde elements”. Michael Vatcher has also appeared in Ottawa with Available Jelly [October 6] and Wilbert de Joode is a member of the Ab Baars Trio [October 27].

Posted Wednesday, August 27, 2003 by admin
The Ottawa 67’s Ice Girls are searching for talented young women to join this year’s team.
The Ottawa 67’s Ice Girls are searching for talented young women to join this year’s team.

The Ice Girls will hold auditions on Monday, September 8, 2003 at the Ottawa Civic Centre (1015 Bank Street). Registration begins at 6:00pm. Each participant will be required to learn and perform a choreographed dance routine. To book an audition, please call Laura McEwen at 795-4688.

Candidates must be 18 years or older by September 30, 2003. They will be judged on a variety of criteria, including athletic ability, dance technique, showmanship and personality.

Additional information about the auditions is available on the Ottawa 67’s Web site at http://www.ottawa67s.com

The Ottawa 67’s Ice Girls are the only professional dance team for hockey in Canada. In addition to performing at all Ottawa 67’s home games, the squad also participates in community events and is very active with local charities.

The Ice Girls are sponsored by the Ottawa Athletic Club, MAC Cosmetics, and Rinaldo Hair Designers & Spa.

For futher information, please contact Laura McEwen at 795-4668 or Glen Gower at 232-6767 x229.

Posted Tuesday, August 26, 2003 by shaun
The following standing committee meetings are scheduled during the
La version française suit...

For immediate release:
August 26, 2003

Committee meetings at Ottawa City Hall this week

Ottawa - The following standing committee meetings are scheduled during the
week of August 25, 2003 at Ottawa City Hall, 110 Laurier Avenue West. Agenda
items that may be of special interest to citizens and the media have been
highlighted.

Corporate Services and Economic Development Committee - Tuesday, August 26,
1:30 p.m., Champlain Room
* Public-Private Partnership (P3) Projects - Domed / Indoor Playing
Facilities; Garry J. Armstrong Long-Term Care Centre; Emergency Medical
Services Headquarters
*
* Transportation and Transit Committee - Wednesday, August 27, 9:30
a.m., Champlain Room
*
* Planning and Development Committee - Thursday, August 28, 9:30 a.m.,
Champlain Room
* Official Plan Amendment - former Region of Ottawa-Carleton, former
City of Nepean and Ottawa Official Plan for lands on the east side of
Jockvale Road
* Submission - Eastern Ontario Smart Growth Panel Discussion Paper
"Shape The Future"

The agenda for committee meetings and related reports will be posted on the
City's Web site at ottawa.ca and will be available at the respective
meetings.

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For more information:
Communications & Marketing
(613) 580-2450

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Pour diffusion immédiate :
Le 26 août 2003

Réunions de comités à l'hôtel de ville d'Ottawa cette semaine

Ottawa - Les réunions de comités suivantes sont prévues pendant la semaine
du 25 août 2003 à l'hôtel de ville d'Ottawa au 110, avenue Laurier Ouest.
Les points à l'ordre du jour pouvant intéresser particulièrement les
citoyens et les médias ont été mis en évidence.

Comité des services organisationnels et du développement économique - Le
mardi 26 août, 13 h 30, salle Champlain
* Projets de partenariats publics-privés (3 P) : structure de jeux
intérieure en forme de dôme; Centre de soins de longue durée Garry J.
Armstrong; siège social des Services médicaux d'urgence
*
* Comité des transports et des services de transport en commun - Le
mercredi 27 août
* 9 h 30, salle Champlain
*
* Comité de l'urbanisme et de l'aménagement - Le jeudi 28 août, 9 h
30, salle Champlain
* Modification du plan directeur de l'ancienne Région
d'Ottawa-Carleton, de l'ancienne Ville de Nepean et du Plan officiel
d'Ottawa concernant les terrains situés du côté est du chemin Jockvale
* Commentaires sur le document de discussion « Façonner l'avenir » du
Comité des initiatives de croissance intelligente de l'Est de l'Ontario

L'ordre du jour des réunions de comités et les rapports connexes seront
affichés dans le site Web de la Ville au ottawa.ca et seront disponibles aux
réunions.

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Renseignements :
Communications & Marketing
(613) 580-2450

Posted Tuesday, August 26, 2003 by admin
The Ottawa Humane Society is proud to present the 15th Annual Eukanuba Wiggle Waggle Walkathon to be held on Sunday, September 7th
The Ottawa Humane Society is proud to present the 15th Annual Eukanuba Wiggle Waggle Walkathon to be held on Sunday, September 7th in the arboretum of the Central Experimental Farm at Dow’s Lake. The Walkathon is the largest event of its kind in Eastern Ontario and is the Ottawa Humane Society’s leading fundraiser.

This year’s Wiggle Waggle Walkathon is sure to entertain the entire family with activities including a dog agility demonstration, pet contests, a caricature artist, a roaming magician, face painting, and plenty of food and refreshments.

Included in a day of fun-filled events and prizes galore are the following activities:

· Pet Pavilion: housing a Wellness area showcasing alternative and holistic pet-care options
· In Memoriam: a unique opportunity for those who have lost a beloved pet to walk in his or her memory
· 2 km and 5 km Routes: different routes allow walkers to choose their own level of challenge

For more information or registration forms, please visit www.ottawa.humane.ca or call 613.725.3166 x 248.

Posted Tuesday, August 26, 2003 by admin
Eugene Melnyk, owner of the Ottawa Senators and Corel Centre, is proud to announce today that the Eagles have accepted an invitation to perform a private concert
> OTTAWA - Eugene Melnyk, owner of the Ottawa Senators and Corel Centre, is
> proud to announce today that the Eagles have accepted an invitation to
> perform a private concert for Ottawa Senators ticket package holders,
> sponsors and suite holders on Wednesday, Oct. 8, at 7:30 p.m. at the Corel
> Centre.
>
> "I've mentioned today how important our fans and the community are to the
> success of the Ottawa Senators," said Mr. Melnyk. "Well, I wanted to find
> a way to say thank you to those fans that continue to support our Senators
> by attending games at the Corel Centre. I also want to find a way to
> encourage more fans to come out to the Corel Centre and support the best
> team in the NHL.
>
> "So I am incredibly excited to share with you that I have arranged to have
> the Eagles play a free concert exclusively for all dedicated Senators
> ticket package holders, sponsors and suite holders on Oct. 8 - the night
> before our 2003-04 opening game against the Montreal Canadiens," added Mr.
> Melnyk. "We are thrilled that they have agreed to make themselves
> available to do this special concert."
>
> The Eagles, Glenn Frey, Don Henley, Joe Walsh and Timothy B. Schmit, will
> be performing songs from their 30 year career including the top selling
> album of all time, Their Greatest Hits 1971-1975, as well as their new
> single "Hole In The World."
>
> The Eagles have sold more than 120 million albums worldwide, earning four
> #1 U.S. singles and four Grammy Awards. Their Greatest Hits 1971-1975,
> Hotel California, and Their Greatest Hits Volume 2 have sold 28, 16, and
> 11 million albums, respectively. The Eagles were inducted into the Rock &
> Roll Hall of Fame in 1998.

Posted Tuesday, August 26, 2003 by admin
To launch their twelfth season in the NHL, the Ottawa Senators are introducing for the first time "FANFEST"
> OTTAWA - To launch their twelfth season in the NHL, the Ottawa Senators
> are introducing for the first time "FANFEST" - a two-day family and fun
> focused event coinciding with the opening of training camp on Saturday,
> Sept. 13 and the first on-ice practice sessions Sunday, Sept. 14.
>
> "A big part of our future - much like our past - is shaped by the
> incredible support from our community. We want to launch the upcoming
> season by thanking all Ottawa Senators fans and to celebrate the start of
> what will be an historic season of hockey," said Eugene Melnyk, Ottawa
> Senators and Corel Centre owner. "With that in mind, I am pleased to
> announce that we have organized an entire FANFEST weekend right here at
> the Corel Centre on Sept. 13 and 14. The event will be free, and we want
> this to become the largest hockey fan festival in the country."
>
> The clock will start on FANFEST at 9 a.m. on Saturday, Sept. 13 with the
> first annual "Walk, Roll and Run for Roger". This fundraiser is in support
> of Roger's House, a pediatric palliative care facility dedicated to memory
> of the great Roger Neilson. Senators forward Mike Fisher, honourary chair
> of Roger's House, and other players will help start the events and provide
> encouragement to runners and fans.
>
> Admission and parking to FANFEST will be free to all fans and will include
> attractions such as the Presidents' Trophy, GM Sens Street Tour, the
> Heroes of Hockey exhibit from the Hockey Hall of Fame, appearances by
> Senators players, as well as by Jayna Hefford and Lori Dupuis from
> Canada's national women's team. The other planned activities will include
> inflatable world, a rock climbing wall, a petting zoo, balloon rides and
> more.
>
> Saturday, Sept. 13:
> 9 a.m. -11 a.m. - Walk, Roll & Run for Roger
> 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. - Presidents' Trophy displayed
> - Heroes of Hockey exhibit, Hockey Hall of Fame
> - Autograph signing: members of Canada's national women's hockey
> team
> - GM Sens Street Tour
> - Inflatables world for kids
> - Tethered balloon rides
> - Clowns, petting zoo
> - Rock climbing wall
> 12 noon - 2 p.m. - Senators players signing autographs
>
>
> Sunday, Sept, 14:
> 8 a.m. -10 a.m. - Free pancake breakfast on the Plaza at Gate 1
> (Corel Centre)
> 9 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. - Senators Training Camp (Corel Centre)
> - Open practices (free to public)
> 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. - Presidents' Trophy displayed
> - Heroes of Hockey exhibit, Hockey Hall of Fame
> - Autograph signing: members of Canada's national women's hockey
> team
> - GM Sens Street Tour
> - Inflatables world for kids
> - Clowns, petting zoo
> - Rock climbing wall
> 12 noon - 2 p.m. - Senators players signing autographs
>

Posted Tuesday, August 26, 2003 by admin
Melnyk finalizes purchase of Ottawa Senators and Corel Centre
> Capital Sports & Entertainment Inc. and Capital Sports Properties
> Inc., both owned by Eugene Melnyk, announced today it has completed the
> purchase of the Ottawa Senators Hockey Club and Corel Centre.
>
> In a special media event and reception held today at the Corel Centre,
> Eugene Melnyk was introduced formally as the sole owner and chairman of
> the Ottawa Senators and the Corel Centre.
>
> The event was attended by over 250 of Ottawa's media, government
> officials, business and community leaders. Senators and Corel Centre
> employees, including players and coaching staff, as well as Gary Bettman,
> Commissioner of the NHL, were also in attendance to welcome Mr. Melnyk to
> the community.
>
> "With last season's historic and exciting playoff run to Game 7 of the
> Eastern Conference Finals, we know we have the right formula to win a
> Stanley Cup. But I also know there is always room to improve upon a
> winning formula," said Mr. Melnyk. "I personally intend to contribute in a
> real and meaningful way towards making this franchise even better and to
> further showcase the Corel Centre as a state-of-the-art, world class
> entertainment venue."
>
> "This is a splendid moment for the Senators franchise and its fans," said
> Gary Bettman, commissioner of the NHL. "The Senators are an outstanding
> team, the Corel Centre is an outstanding facility, and today's
> announcement officially ensures an era of long-term stability for both. We
> welcome Eugene Melnyk to the NHL."
>
> "Congratulations Ottawa," said Mr. Melnyk. "As we now move into the Ottawa
> Senators twelfth year in the NHL, I must tip my hat off to the over
> 7,000,000 fans who attended games during the past 11 seasons, as well as
> to Rod Bryden and the business and community leaders for keeping the dream
> alive.
>
> As part of today's event, Mr. Melnyk also announced several new
> initiatives and events including FanFest and a special free concert by The
> Eagles exclusively for Senators ticket package holders. (Separate news
> releases to follow on each of these announcements.)
>
> Eugene Melnyk, 44, is chairman and chief executive officer of Biovail
> Corporation. Biovail is a Canadian pharmaceutical company engaged in
> developing innovative medicines utilizing advanced drug delivery
> technologies. Biovail employs over 1,800 people world-wide and operates
> its global headquarters in Mississauga, Ontario.

Biographical information on Eugene Melnyk

Eugene Melnyk
Owner, governor and chairman
Born May 27, 1959 (Toronto, Ontario)

Eugene Melnyk assumed the role of sole owner, governor and chairman of the
Ottawa Senators Hockey Club on August 25, 2003.

Melnyk is chairman and chief executive officer of Biovail Corporation, a
company he founded in 1989. Biovail is an international, full-service
pharmaceutical company that focuses on researching and developing some of
the most advanced drug delivery technologies in the world. It currently
markets more than 20 products in North America and several products in 55
other countries, both directly and through strategic marketing partnerships.
Biovail maintains an active drug development pipeline and its proprietary
technology platforms are currently being applied to more than 30 promising
drug therapies.

As chairman and chief executive officer, Melnyk has led Biovail through
exceptional revenue growth from $19 million (US) in 1995 to $788 million
(US) in 2002. Biovail employs more than 1,850 people world-wide and is
publicly traded on both the New York and Toronto stock exchanges.

Prior to forming Biovail, Melnyk created a medical publishing company called
Trimel Corporation that he founded in 1982 and later sold to Thomson
Corporation in 1989.

Apart from his strong desire to succeed in business, Melnyk is also a
passionate sports fan. He is the sole owner of the Ontario Hockey League's
Toronto St. Michael's Majors where he has brought long-term financial
stability to the organization by helping make it one of the top teams in the
OHL.

In 2001, Melnyk purchased Mockingbird Farm, a prestigious horse-racing
stable in Ocala, Florida. After renaming it Winding Oaks Farm, Melnyk
committed to reconverting the farm back to its original glory and preserving
it as an exclusive training centre for thoroughbred horses. It remains as
one of the top thoroughbred racing stables in North America. The stable is
home to more than 370 thoroughbred horses and has included such notable
legends as Archers Bay (winner of the 1998 Queen's Plate) and other Graded
Stakes winners such as Graeme Hall, Tweedside, Harmony Lodge and Strong
Hope.

Posted Tuesday, August 26, 2003 by admin
THE SNITCHES tell all at Zaphod Beeblebrox
ZAPHOD BEEBLEBROX, STEAM WHISTLE & JAGERMEISTER
PRESENT...

From Montreal
Universal Music Recording Artists
THE SNITCHES

+ guest t.b.a.
(suggestions welcome--email: zaphods_ottawaAThotmailDOTcom))

Thursday, September 11 (Doors 8pm)

ZAPHOD BEEBLEBROX, 27 York Street, Ottawa, Canada.
Age 19+/ General Admission
Tickets: $8 only at the door

"More clang. More Clash (but like Strummer getting goosed). More Elvis Costello,
with the odd flicker of
the likes of Tom Waits." - NOW Toronto.

"The Snitches lean towards the power side of things, often reminding me of
decade-old acts like Hypnolovewheel,
Material Issue, and The Flamin' Groovies. This is a good thing. With a penchant
for a sticky, catchy shoutalong
chorus the band whizzes by at a breakneck rate, often sounding like another band
but coming up with a surprise.
But whatever other band they may sound like, The Snitches definitely have am
energetic and clever character of their own"
- INK 19.com.

Notorious for their deliriously frenetic live shows, the Snitches emerged from
Montreal's after hours speakeasy scene to quickly become one of the city's most
celebrated and critically-acclaimed acts. From sharing the stage with the likes
of The Mighty Mighty Bosstones, Queens of the Stone Age and The Mekons, to
headlining in their own right, the Snitches have unleashed
their brand of explosive pandemonium in sold-out venues across Canada. Eight
years on, they continue with the buoyant and invigorating Star Witness.

Their debut CD, A Day at the A, hit the Top10 charts on numerous radio stations
across Canada as well as being voted amongst the ten best albums of the year by
Montreal's Gazette, Hour, Mirror and Voir. The attention also saw the Snitches
garner three trophies at Montreal's 1996 Independent Music Awards: Best Album,
Best Pop Artist and Best Cover Art.

They followed with Sleepwalker, which saw the band expand their musical and
emotional terrain to include a darker and more intimate atmosphere alongside
their always-heady anthems of carousal. The Snitches also provided songs for
Robert Frappier's 1996 film, "Cosmos", which garnered a Special Jury Prize at
the Cannes Film Festival.

Along with the successes, were upheavals. With personnel changes came a
revitalised line-up that has cemented the band and their purpose: to create
highly flammable rock. They have stayed true to their musical ideals and are
poised to reap the rewards of going from cult heroes to being recognized by a
broader spectrum, given today's appetites for no-nonsense, raw and intelligent
tunes. The Snitches know that, when you're right, it gets noticed.

Star Witness reflects the band's sharply-honed stylistic focus. Combining bright
sensibilities, catchy hooks and muscular drive, this new set of songs is a mix
of raucous, lyrical pop in a style that the Snitches define as their own.

***************

THE SNITCHES' web site - http://www.thesnitches.com

Information:
THE SNITCHES - Kim Gilmour/ Universal Music (613) 820-4965
kim.gilmour@umusic.com
ZAPHOD BEEBLEBROX - Eugene Haslam (613) 237-5301 zaphods_ottawaAThotmailDOTcom
http://www.zaphodbeeblebrox.com

Posted Tuesday, August 26, 2003 by admin
GROOVELILY attract petal pushers to Zaphod Beeblebrox
EUGENE HASLAM PRESENTS...

In celebration of Steve Beckta & Maureen Cunningham's marriage

From New York
(Performed at the 2002 Ottawa Folk Festival)
GROOVELILY

Sunday, September 7 (Doors 8pm)

ZAPHOD BEEBLEBROX, 27 York Street, Ottawa, Canada.
Age 19+/ General Admission
Tickets: $10 only at the door

"New York's GrooveLily cut loose in a set of urban bluegrass, spiritually
uplifting ballads and various poperatic
arias that showed off singer and violinist ValerieVigoda's angelic voice." -
Denis Armstrong, The Ottawa Sun.

"Look, up on the stage. It's a jazz band. It's a power pop trio. It's a
performance art ensemble. No, it's
GrooveLily, which is all those things and a whole lot more." - Michael Miller,
The State (Columbia, SC).

"While Vigoda's soprano and songcraft occasionally suggest the influence of
Laura Nyro, Joni Mitchell and
other folk-pop sirens, her band has developed a distinctly vibrant sound." -
Mike Joyce, The Washington Post.

GrooveLily plays smart pop, with a contagiously effervescent sound that combines
a sharp wit with intelligent original songwriting. Unabashedly combining
elements of rock, jazz, folk and popular music, their vocal harmonies weave
through a lush musical
landscape textured with keyboards, drums and the blazing electric violin of lead
singer Valerie Vigoda.

Valerie Vigoda, electric violinist and singer, is the founding member of
GrooveLily. Originally from McLean, VA, she has toured the world with Cyndi
Lauper, Cher, Tina Turner and Joe Jackson, and is thrilled to be back with
GrooveLily as they take the country by storm. Valerie is a classically-trained
musician, former army lieutenant, and an honors graduate of Princeton
University. She founded GrooveLily (originally "The Valerie Vigoda Band") in
1994, with a critically acclaimed CD called "Inhabit My Heart." Dirty Linen
Magazine wrote: "to call Valerie Vigoda talented barely seems to do her justice.
She has a great voice, is an intelligent lyricist...and an ace violinist.
Methinks we'll hear more of her."

Brendan Milburn plays keyboards, sings and writes all GrooveLily's material
along with Valerie. His two-fisted, rhythmic piano playing is reminiscent of
early Billy Joel, or more recently, Ben Folds Five. Before joining GrooveLily,
he graduated from Pomona College and NYU's MFA program in Musical Theatre
Writing, and played with both Ben Harper and Clarence Clemons. He often yearns
for his native San Francisco.

Gene Lewin plays the drums, and hails from Princeton, NJ. His eclectic, joyful
work on the drum kit has been favorably compared to that of Carter Beauford (of
the Dave Matthews Band). After graduating from Princeton University, Gene earned
a Master's degree from the Manhattan School of Music. He has appeared on CDs
with George Coleman, John Patitucci, and many others.

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GROOVELILY's web site - http://www.groovelily.com

Information:
GROOVELILY - Genevieve Shuler, (860) 954-2032 days, (860) 869-2986
eves/weekends, press@groovelily.com
ZAPHOD BEEBLEBROX - Eugene Haslam (613) 237-5301 zaphods_ottawaAThotmailDOTcom
http://www.zaphodbeeblebrox.com

Posted Monday, August 25, 2003 by admin
Come step back in time at Bytown Days !
Bytown Days is a celebration of the history of Ottawa, or Bytown, as it was once called. This bilingual event pays tribute to the people and events that created our city, from Lt. Col. John By, builder of the Rideau Canal, to the lumberjacks and lumber barons of the pulp and paper industry, to the common folk who shopped and socialized, just as we do today, in the ByWard Market.

Bytown Days

Join us on the weekend of September 13 and 14 between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. on Parent Ave. for the following fun-filled family activities: delightful costumed characters, interactive demonstrations of 19th century trades and crafts and children's activities.

FLEADH 2003

Bytown Days kicks off with the Irish Festival from Friday, September 5 to Sunday, September 7 - a celebration of Irish culture including music, literature and theatre in various locations throughout the Irish Village!

Activities around the Market!

Gala Beer Dinner with Brewmaster Bill White at the Empire Grill: Sept. 4

Historical Art Experiences at the National Gallery of Canada: Sept. 6, 7, 13 and 14

Lowertown Walking Tour by Heritage Ottawa: Sept. 7

Market Memories Walking Tour by the Haunted Walk of Ottawa: Sept. 8

Old Fashioned Whiskey Sampling at the Whiskey Bar: Sept. 11

Victorian Dinner and Walking Tour at the Courtyard Restaurant: Sept. 12

French Folklore night at Le Pub en Ville: Sept. 12

Seminar on the History of Women’s Sexuality at Venus Envy: Sept. 13

Dreamcatcher Workshop at Morningstar Arts and Crafts: Sept. 13

For more Bytown Days activities check out our Web site at www.byward-market.com

INFORMATION:

Meg McCallum

events@byward-market.com

562-3325

Posted Monday, August 25, 2003 by admin
MATT MAYS + OX + SAW DOGS -- Critics' Choice Triple Bill at Zaphod Beeblebrox
ZAPHOD BEEBLEBROX, XFM & SLEEMAN
PRESENT...

"SHOWCASE MONDAYS"

AN AWESOME CRITICS' CHOICE TRIPLE BILL

From Halifax
Winner of the 2003 Galaxie Rising Star Award at NXNE
MATT MAYS & EL TORPEDO

+ From Vancouver
#2 on the National Campus Radio Charts
OX

+ From Ottawa
Formerly of JIMMY GEORGE & RUSTBUCKET
SAW DOGS

+ DJ SHANE spinning alternatives after the bands

Monday, September 22/ 2003 (8pm)

ZAPHOD BEEBLEBROX, 27 York Street, Ottawa, Canada.
Age 19+/ General Admission
TICKETS: Free.

Every Monday, ZAPHOD BEEBLEBROX, XFM & SLEEMAN present the best of the new & Indie bands. Join the ranks of such luminaries as THE BURDOCKS, HOT HOT HEAT, THE DIRTMITTS, THE CHROME YELLOW CO., CORB LUND BAND, LEDERHOSEN LUCIL, superGARAGE, CLEM SNIDE, PARADISE, TEMPTRESS, SUPLECS, STABILO BOSS, CRUSH, HELL CITY LOVE, DEAD RED , CITIZEN BAND RADIO, CONTRIVED, THE KRAMDENS, GEARBOX, THE SHOOTING RUBYS, JOHN FORD, TRIP THE OFF, THE MERCURYMEN, FE FE DOBSON, ANDREW VINCENT, CHRISTINE FELLOWS, ONE 976, LES MARMOTTES APLATIES, PRIYA THOMAS, ROCKFOUR, THE POSTAGE STAMPS, HOTEL, ChuBBie, THE STARES, HOT CARL, STAIRWELL K, THE PATIENTS, THE STARS HERE, HOTEL and BEDOUIN SOUNDCLASH that have played free “Showcase Mondays” for appreciative Ottawa audiences -- HEARD BEFORE THE HERD!

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Winner of Galaxie’s Rising Star Award at NXNE 2003, twenty-three-year-old singer-songwriter, guitarist and avid surfer Matt Mays steps into the limelight with the independent release of his debut solo album, aptly self-titled.

Released in November 2002, the album features 10 all-original tracks and includes guest musician Bob Egan of Wilco/Blue Rodeo fame. A recent cover feature in Halifax’s The Coast (January 2003) describes it as a “sweet affair”, “clearly crafted” with “catchy choruses...reminiscent of a younger, edgier Blue Rodeo, mixed with the laid back messiness of Tonight’s the Night-era Neil Young.” The Halifax Daily News writes “…it’s one of the best debut albums to come out of the East in years.”

As a former member of The Guthries, Matt toured Canada, coast to coast, and Great Britain. His songwriting ability grabbed the attention of Country Music Television (CMT), whose production team traveled to Nova Scotia in summer 2002 to film a half hour music spotlight on The Guthries, and to make a video for Matt’s song Season to Leave, later put into rotation on CMT. This song was also chosen by the British music magazine UNCUT, to be included on its compilation CD, Songs of the New West - The Best of Americana 2000, featuring music by Emmylou Harris and Gram Parsons.

Since the quiet release of his solo album, he pieced together the four-piece El Torpedo. This crowd-pleasing, charismatic alt country-rock band features Jarrett Murphy on guitar; Brad Conrad on organ and pedal steel; Tim Baker on drums, and Andy Patil on bass. “Matt Mays and El Torpedo combine solid playing with dense narratives and Matt’s sad/bad boy singing style. He conjures up a young Tom Petty”, writes Exclaim.

Delighting both long-time and new-found fans, Matt Mays and El Torpedo have been performing over recent months with such artists as Sam Roberts, Billy Bragg, The Skydiggers, Nathan Wiley, Kathleen Edwards and The Rheostatics.

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Ox's Dust Bowl Revival has reached # 2 on the Canadian National College Chart and has cracked the top 100 on The U.S. National Chart (CMJ) reaching # 62 this week. After recently completing yet another cross Canada tour, OX (the artist formerly known as mark browning) will be playing a few select shows around Ontario before heading back over the Atlantic again for a 10
week U.K. and European tour.

Here's what the press are saying so far ...

" ... a collection of sunshine'n'sorrow-soaked songs to swell the heart and
chafe the soul." TIME OUT, LONDON (U.K.)

" ...a seminal, genre-defining masterpiece." THE GEORGIA STRAIGHT (Vancouver)

" Dust Bowl Revival is hauntingly ambient, upbeat and beyond. ... a
marvelous piece of work." CHART ATTACK (National)

"Touchingly personal and daringly dark ...soulful sacrifice the old
fashioned way." UPTOWN MAGAZINE (Winnipeg)

"OX: the sound of the open road blasted by grit, sifting into the cracks of
the underground. ... Dust Bowl Revival is Neil Young kissed." FFWD (Calgary)

"...an unlikely alliance between pastoral Brit psychedelia and West Coast
country rock. ...wide-open spaces and thunder roads," EYE MAGAZINE (Toronto)

"OX: Dust Bowl Revival is natural and unpolished - something trashy and
organic... Like riding shotgun on a liquor store heist." PRAIRIE DOG
(Regina/Saskatoon)

"Great harmonies, inspired lyrics, ... all contribute to 'Dust Bowl
Revival's' distinction as a top-notch effort." EXCLAIM (National)

"Dust Bowl Revival is honey-warm countrified pop gussied with odd time
signatures, echoey sound effects, haunting acoustics... " VANCOUVER SUN

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Joe MacDonald (ex-RUSTBUCKET) and Jeff Kerr (ex-JIMMY GEORGE/THE WHIRLEYGIGS) share the bulk of the singing and songwriting duties for SAWDOGS, Joe on acoustic guitar and Jeff playing electric rhythm guitar. Layered guitars, harmonizing Everly Brothers/ Blue Shadows-vocals and drums blend to establish the musical setting for tales of living, loving and dying. SAWDOGS play melody-driven songs whose prettiness often disguises the darker lyrical imagery. While only together for a
short time, SAWDOGS have already played in support of such well-established Canadian artists as ASHLEY MACISAAC,
TERRI CLARK, THE CASH BROTHERS and THE SADIES.

**************

MATT MAYS' web site - http://www.mattmays.com
OX's web site - http://www.oxmusic.ws

SAW DOGS' web site - http://www.tunevault.com/sawdogs

Information:
MATT MAYS - Wendy Phillips (902) 452-6806 wendy@atlanticmusicgroup.com
OX - Ken Beattie (604) 312-6548 killbeat@shaw.ca
SAW DOGS - Jeff Kerr (613) 567-1983 sawdogs@hotmail.com
ZAPHOD BEEBLEBROX - Eugene Haslam (613) 237-5301 zaphods_ottawaAThotmailDOTcom http://www.zaphodbeeblebrox.com

Posted Monday, August 25, 2003 by admin
ART SHOW! - digital paintins by Ashe
Hello all...

I'm kicking off a new series of digital/paintings Wednesday, September3rd at the Lookout Bar 41 York Street 8pm.

Hope you can make it!

Hugs,,,

ASHe

--------------------------------------------------------------------------------

ASHe Levesque, Director
Bode Spa International
Sandy Hill, Ottawa, Ontario
Work: (613)565-2633
www.BodeSpa.com

Posted Monday, August 25, 2003 by admin
Ottawa Blues and Jazz Guides 25 August 2003
This week's live blues & jazz listings are now
up-to-date on the Ottawa Blues, Jazz & Swing Guide.
To find out what's on, just click these links:

Ottawa Blues Guide

http://www.ncf.ca/ottawa-blues-jazz/weeksblz.html

Ottawa Jazz Guide

http://www.ncf.ca/ottawa-blues-jazz/wksjaz.html

What's news in jazz & blues? Here's the link to use:

http://www.ncf.ca/ottawa-blues-jazz/watznewz.html

This week's featured artists are:

Blue Lightning at Rainbow Bistro

The Pollcats Duo at Vineyard's

Click for more on what they're doing this week:

http://www.ncf.ca/ottawa-blues-jazz/weboweek.html

If you'd like to know more about or book a blues, jazz
or swing band or artist, check out this link:

http://www.ncf.ca/ottawa-blues-jazz/proflist.html

You can help spread the word on the local blues and
jazz happenings in the Ottawa area. Why not pass on this
e-mail to anyone you know who'd be interested in
keeping up on what's going on in the Ottawa live music
scene and suggest that they subscribe to this weekly
reminder service?

If you know of any events or other information I've either
missed or gotten wrong in these guides send me the details, please.
And, if you don't wish to keep getting these notices,
e-mail jim.roy1@sympatico.ca and let me know.

Jim Roy's Ottawa Blues, Jazz & Swing Guide
Phone: (613) 829-3725 www.ncf.ca/ottawa-blues-jazz

Posted Monday, August 25, 2003 by admin
Ottawa 67's training camp opens Thursday
The Ottawa 67’s, 2003 OHL Championship finalists, will open their training camp on Thursday, August 28, 2003 at the Civic Centre at Lansdowne Park at 9:00 a.m.

Returning this season are veterans Pierre Mitsou, Jeremy Akeson, Mark Mancari, Matthew Albiani, and last season’s CHL leading scorer, Corey Locke. Second year players include Lukas Mensator, Bryan Bickell, Peter Tsimikalis, Julian Talbot, Kyle Wharton and Ottawa Senators Draft Pick Will Colbert.

Invited players from this year’s OHL Draft include Elgin Reid, Tyson Aitcheson, Jason Bailey, Shea Guthrie and Pat Ouellette as well as Robbie Lawrance and Brodie Beard who were called up in the middle of last season.

A full training camp roster will be released next week.

Admission to the Ottawa 67’s training camp sessions is free. Parking for spectators will be unavailable on Friday, August 29th because of to the Renegades game at Lansdowne Park. All pre-season tickets are $10.00 per person, with assigned seating.

The Ottawa 67’s will have little time to rest between the opening of camp and the first pre-season game, as the 67’s will travel to Kingston on September 2nd at 7:00 p.m. to play the Frontenacs. That is followed by a home and home series against the Belleville Bulls beginning in Ottawa on Friday, September 5th at 7:30 p.m. and concluding Saturday, September 6th in Belleville. The 67’splay their final home pre-season game against the Kingston Frontenacs on Friday, September 12th at 7:30 p.m.

Training Camp Schedule:

Thursday, August 28, 2003
9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. & 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Friday, August 29, 2003
9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. & 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Saturday, August 30, 2003
9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. & 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Sunday, August 31, 2003
9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.

***These times are subject to change***

Details: http://www.ottawa67s.com

Posted Monday, August 25, 2003 by admin
Hylands Curling Club Open House
This winter, experience the best curling ice in the Valley! Help us throw 40-pound rocks at houses! Openings in all Leagues. Hylands Curling Club invites all local curlers to our open house at the club, September 17 from 7 to 9 p.m.
We are located on the old air force base near the airport. From Hunt Club, go south on Royal Route (Bowesville) and follow the signs.

For directions see our website at www.hylands.ovca.com, or call 521-0009.

Posted Saturday, August 23, 2003 by admin
Ottawa Renegades to Host Open Practice during SUPER EX 2003
The Ottawa Renegades are opening their Sunday afternoon practice to SUPER EX visitors. Visitors will be welcomed into the stadium to meet and get autographs from the players.

DETAILS:

SUPER EX Visitors will be welcomed into the Frank Clair Stadium via the East end of the field to watch from the North sidelines.
Renegades practice from 3:45 – 4:30 pm – all players and Joe Paopao in attendance.
4:30 – 5:00 pm – autograph and meet & greet session with the players.

Come and meet the Ottawa Renegades prior to their match vs. the Montreal Alouettes on Friday, August 29th here at Lansdowne Park.

Posted Saturday, August 23, 2003 by admin
16 OTTAWA-GATINEAU ARTISTS GIVE MUCH MUSIC A COMPLETE MAKE-OVER
Date: August 29th, 2003 at 11PM
Location: SAW Centre for Contemporary Art and Media, 67 Nicholas St., Ottawa, ON.
Price: $5 and free for unwaged

Artists: Tiffany Beaudin, Mike Hikey, Erin Brophy, Éric Plouffe, Fairuz Duad, Andrée Prefontaine, Chantal Dahan, Bear Thomas, Dan Gainsford, Dino Koutras, Christos Ikonomopoulos, Pixie Cram, Carol Breton, Pao Quang Yeh, Carl Stewart, Patrice James and Code régional.

DJs: DJ Linus and DMC performance by PHO

Armed with a healthy disregard for copyright law, Remix has emerged as an organized artistic response to a principally unresponsive medium. Influenced also by the new tradition of sample- based cultural products, this project explores the idea of finding a voice while using the words of others.

Last year, Remix 2002 reworked CBC¹s The National. This year, the cultural icon in our sights is Much Music. We have commissioned 16 video artists from Ottawa and Gatineau to communicate their unique perspectives on the landscapes of our Nation¹s Music Station. Each artist has been given the same hour of music television to use as source material for the creation of a brand new video work. All the projects will be screened together as part of the Art Star Video Art Biennial, where the crowd will pick their favourite, and the Œphatest¹ will be honoured.

Part hip-hop style throw-down, part art party and part media critique, Remix captures the need for us to feedback into the media stream in a more creative way than simply changing the channel. Each of the artists involved expresses his or her experience of television and media culture. However, there is an underlying desire to slow things down, to take more time, but also to repeat and focus in on subtleties that we can miss in the single pass. When the works are played back-to-back, the diversity of expression is truly revealed.

Come join SAW Video for Remix 2003. We are sure you will never look at music videos the same way again.

Remix 2003 is the Official Party for Galerie SAW Gallery¹s Art Star Video Art Biennial.

This event has been made possible with the gracious support of SAW Video, Galerie SAW Gallery, the Available Light Screening Collective, the Independent Film Co-operative of Ottawa, Centre de production DAÏMÕN, Organised Sound and Artengine.

Curators: Anne Clarke and Ryan Stec / Link: http://artengine.ca/remix

Posted Saturday, August 23, 2003 by admin
State of Emergency Lifted
The City of Ottawa, along with the province of Ontario will lift
the state of emergency related to the August 14 power outage at 8 p.m. this
evening.

As the City prepares to lift the state of emergency, Ottawa Mayor Bob
Chiarelli praised residents, businesses, the federal government, city staff
and power officials for their efforts during the eight-day power crisis.

"The response of the people of Ottawa to this crisis has been extraordinary.
We led the province in cutting back our power use. I thank everyone for
saving power. I thank them for checking on their neighbours. And I thank
them for being patient while we restore City services," said Mayor Bob
Chiarelli.

"As things get back to normal, we ask that you remain patient while city
staff work diligently to provide the services you have come to expect. We
would also ask each of you to join us in realizing the importance of
continuing to use our energy wisely in everything we do, to ensure that
supply can meet demand in the future," added the Mayor.

By Saturday, August 23, all City of Ottawa facilities will be open and
operating on regular business hours, with the exception of arenas. Sixteen
arenas will be open on Monday (list attached) and the remaining arenas will
be brought into service as quickly as possible. Groups who have booked
arenas will be contacted by City staff. Residents or groups requiring
further information can call 580-2400.

Posted Saturday, August 23, 2003 by admin
GM SENS Street Tour Happening All Weekend at SUPER EX 2003
The GM SENS Street Tour is bringing your Senators hockey stars to SUPER EX all weekend at Lansdowne Park. Children of all ages will have the opportunity to get player autographs and test their hockey prowess through various skill testing events and games, including: hardest shot, shooting accuracy, and a mini-rink. Information about the upcoming season will also be available.

Saturday, August 23rd

12:30 – 1:30 Chris Philips and Wade Brookbank (Binghamton Senators) will be signing autographs

3:30 – 4:30 Meet members of the Ottawa Senators Alumni

6:00 – 7:00 Meet Senators mascot Spartacat

Sunday, August 24th

1:00 – 2:30 Anton Volchenkov and Brian Pothier will be signing autographs

3:30 – 4:30 Meet members of the Ottawa Senators Alumni

6:00 – 7:00 Meet Senators mascot Spartacat

Spartacat will also be on site during the player appearances and the Alumni appearances.

Posted Saturday, August 23, 2003 by admin
25 August March against Security Certificates with families and friends of the detained
**END discriminatory and anti-democratic Security Certificates!**
**JOIN with families and friends of Canadian Secret Trial Detainees!**

WHEN: Monday, August 25, 11:00 am
WHERE: Gather at Human Rights Monument, Elgin Street at Lisgar, Ottawa
WHAT: A walk and delegation to the Prime Minister's Office seeking freedom
for Canada's secret trial detainees

WHO: Friends and Families of Mahmoud Jaballah, Mohammad Mahjoub, Hassan
Almrei, Mohamed Harkat and Adil Charkaoui

WHY: The Families want the Prime Minister to investigate the issue of secret
trial detainees and, as part of his legacy, abolish the secret trial
security certificate and grant freedom to the five.

This historic gathering will bring together families and friends of all five
muslim
men collectively held 94 months in Canadian jails without charge or bail on
secret "evidence".

Shortly after 11:15 am on Monday, August 25, friends and family of five
Muslim men who have been collectively held 94 months in Canadian prisons
without charge or bail, on secret "evidence" neither they nor their lawyers
are allowed to see, will gather at the Canadian Human Rights Monument (Elgin
and Lisgar) and then proceed to the office of the Prime Minister via a walk
past Immigration and the Supreme Court. A request for the meeting was sent
in late July.

Currently held on a CSIS (Canadian Security Intelligence Service) "security
certificate" are Mohammad Mahjoub (since June, 2000), Mahmoud Jaballah (held
since Aug.
14, 2001), Hassan Almrei (Oct. 2001), Mohamed Harkat (Dec. 2002) and Adil
Charkaoui (May 2003). Most of their prison time has been in solitary
confinement.

"The security certificate is a medieval, Star Chamber-like process that
serves as execution by deportation," says group spokesperson Matthew
Behrens. "The Canadian government wants to deport these men back to
countries where they face torture and execution, all without telling them
why. This is done on the word of the scandal-plagued CSIS, whose history of
dishonesty and incompetence is well-known."

The event marks the first time that the wives and children of the imprisoned
men have met as a group. Individually, they, along with friends in the
community, have tried lobbying MPs, writing letters to Immigration Minister
Denis Coderre and Solicitor General Wayne Easter, holding vigils at CSIS,
organizing long-distance public education walks, and more in an attempt to
win freedom for their loved ones.

"If there is a 'case' against these men, all the families have asked is that
the 'evidence', if any does exist, be brought forward in open court so that
it can be answered and dealt with," says Behrens. "To force these folks to
go through the Kafka-esque process of being told there is a problem, but
that the nature of that problem cannot be discussed, is wholly unfair, and
illegal under the Charter of Rights and Freedoms and Universal Declaration
of Human Rights. Needless to say, it is a serious blow against the Canadian
notion of democracy.

"It's well past time to release these men to their families and communities,
and for CSIS to stop terrorizing the Muslim community and people of Arabic
and Middle Eastern heritage."

After the meeting with the PMO, the campaign is organizing a national day of
action to stop secret trials on Friday, October 31. Among the planned
activities will be a trick-or-treat action at CSIS headquarters, seeking the
sealed "evidence", if such exists, against the five men.

FOR MORE INFORMATION:
Campaign to Stop Secret Trials in Canada
c/o Homes not Bombs PO Box 73260, 509 St. Clair Ave. West
Toronto, ON M6C 1C0, (416) 651-5800, tasc@web.ca, cell: (416) 301-4514

"THERE IS A LAND where the government can arrest non-citizens, throw them in
jail for an indefinite period of time, and then remove them from the
country, all in virtual secrecy. This is a land where, for certain people,
civil liberties and rights of due process don't exist. No, this is not China
or Cuba. This is Canada -- a country I believed understood the transcendent
importance of safeguarding civil liberties. But against those whom Ottawa
secretly determines are a threat to national security, the government can
act, and is now acting in alarming ways. Has Canada gone mad? Shades of
Guantanamo Bay -- where the U.S. has imprisoned hundreds of suspected
terrorists without trial -- colour the government and the judiciary."
Leading Criminal Lawyer Edward Greenspan, Maclean's, July 28, 2003

Posted Saturday, August 23, 2003 by admin
MICRO MAUREEN, former members of GLUELEG, at Zaphod Beeblebrox
ZAPHOD BEEBLEBROX, XFM & SLEEMAN
PRESENT...

"SHOWCASE MONDAYS"

From Toronto
Former members of GLUELEG
MICRO MAUREEN

+ POSTERSLOGAN

+ DJ SHANE spinning alternatives after the bands

Monday, August 25/ 2003 (8pm)

ZAPHOD BEEBLEBROX, 27 York Street, Ottawa, Canada.
Age 19+/ General Admission
TICKETS: Free.

Every Monday, ZAPHOD BEEBLEBROX, XFM & SLEEMAN present the best of the new & Indie bands. Join the ranks of such luminaries as THE BURDOCKS, HOT HOT HEAT, THE DIRTMITTS, THE CHROME YELLOW CO., CORB LUND BAND, LEDERHOSEN LUCIL, superGARAGE, CLEM SNIDE, PARADISE, TEMPTRESS, SUPLECS, STABILO BOSS, CRUSH, HELL CITY LOVE, DEAD RED , CITIZEN BAND RADIO, CONTRIVED, THE KRAMDENS, GEARBOX, THE SHOOTING RUBYS, JOHN FORD, TRIP THE OFF, THE MERCURYMEN, FE FE DOBSON, ANDREW VINCENT, CHRISTINE FELLOWS, ONE 976, LES MARMOTTES APLATIES, PRIYA THOMAS, ROCKFOUR, THE POSTAGE STAMPS, HOTEL, ChuBBie, THE STARES, HOT CARL and STAIRWELL K that have played free “Showcase Mondays” for appreciative Ottawa audiences -- HEARD BEFORE THE HERD!

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Push, that’s what the members of micro maureen have been doing for years. They push themselves, they push their music, they push their peers and they push their ideal of what a good song should be.

Ruben Huizenga and Christian Simpson have been working together for almost ten years and Chowder pushed his way in (by turning-up) about seven years ago. Time, tours and albums and Glueleg slipped into oblivion, new obligations and projects crept in and filled the latest years. Yet always in touch and occasionally passing on the road, the friends waxed nostalgically and talked of getting back together and starting something new and interesting.

As other obligations wound down and time made itself a little more available Ruben, Christian and Chowder decided that good friends are better then ‘strange’ strangers and began the process of creating a new group. With the new band came a new line-up and the decision was made that the fourth member should be a guitar player. Barry Stock filled the position nicely; excellent technical skill, touring experience and great pro gear. micro maureen was born, songs where written and demos recorded.

Through their management they found their way into an allegiance with Core/DKD and Aquarius Records. A new branch of an existing company with a forward thinking business plan and a proven history micro maureen felt there was a common ideology between the two parties and the excitement was mutual. With a record company and with the Shogun Systaz at the production helm the CD was begun.

micro maureen did all the writing, recording and finally the mixing of the CD at “Shogun Labs” and “Homework” studios (studios conveniently owned by both Byron Wong and Ruben, a partnership that had sprouted from a very strange remix). With two studios at their disposal micro maureen had a creative outlet that was unhindered by the regular restraints of time and budget.

Once the recording was completed the band managed to slip in a couple of small shows including one for their agents, record company and other interested and curious industry insiders. The gig was a huge success and a performance quality that has always been associated with the members of micro maureen was executed. It was a tight, professional, magical, musical bludgeoning. People where heard afterwards saying that no one was talking during the set, all eyes and ears where on the stage.
Ruben, Christian, Chowder, and Barry are micro maureen. They are digging in their heels; they are getting ready to start to push. Push live music, push what you hear, push you from your seat and into the aisle, push you to change the station and look for their songs or press start again and again and to push you to rethink what music is to you.

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MICRO MAUREEN's web site - http://www.micromaureen.com

Information:
MICRO MAUREEN - Joanne Setterington joanne@indoorrecess.com
ZAPHOD BEEBLEBROX - Eugene Haslam (613) 237-5301 zaphods_ottawaAThotmailDOTcom http://www.zaphodbeeblebrox.com

Posted Saturday, August 23, 2003 by admin
Sportsfields will have lights tonight as City gradually resumes services
Sportsfields will have lights tonight as City gradually resumes services

Beginning today, Friday, August 22, all City of Ottawa sportsfields, ball
diamonds and tennis courts will have lighting for evening bookings and
programs.

It is business as usual at all community centres for programs, program
registration and room bookings. All arenas remain closed until further
notice.

Nine indoor pools will re-open and resume regular programming and operating
hours on Saturday, August 23.

* Pinecrest, St-Laurent, Jack Purcell, Nepean Sportsplex,
Walter Baker Sports Centre, Kanata Wave Pool, Canterbury, Champagne and
Gloucester Splash Wave Pool.

Libraries: North Gloucester Library will be open today, August 22 from 12
noon - 6 p.m. and the Nepean Centrepointe Library will also be open today,
August 22 from 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.

All other libraries will re-open and resume their regular summer operating
hours on Saturday, August 23.

For any information and inquires, please call 580-2400 or visit ottawa.ca

Posted Saturday, August 23, 2003 by admin
Second Show Added -- YO LA TENGO
NOTE: OCT. 4 SHOW IS SOLD-OUT.
NEW ALL-AGES/ LICENSED MATINEE SHOW IS ADDED AT 3PM,
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 5/ 2003.
TICKETS GO ON SALE THIS MONDAY, AUGUST 25
@ TICKETMASTER & ZAPHOD'S.

Related Artists: THE VELVET UNDERGROUND, SONIC YOUTH, CAMPER VAN BEETHOVEN, SEBADOH, SPIRITUALIZED, PAVEMENT, R.E.M., GUIDED BY VOICES, FLAMING GROOVIES, THE KINKS.

ZAPHOD BEEBLEBROX PRESENTS...

"One of rock’s last true visionary bands." - USA Today

Dream Pop, Indie Rock, Noise Pop, Alternative Pop/Rock
From Hoboken, New Jersey
Matador/ Beggars Group Recording Artists
YO LA TENGO

+ THE AISLERS SET

Saturday, October 4 (Doors 8pm) Licensed show--SOLD OUT!!!
Sunday, October 5 (Doors 3pm) All Ages/Licensed

ZAPHOD BEEBLEBROX, 27 York Street, Ottawa, Canada.

Tickets go on sale this Monday, August 25.
Tickets: $20 in advance
from Ticketmaster and Zaphod's

"So frequently compared to the Velvet Underground that they even portrayed the
legendary group in the 1996 film I Shot Andy Warhol, the Hoboken, New Jersey-based
unit explored the extremes of feedback-driven noise-rock and sweetly melodic pop, shading
their work with equal parts scholarly composure and fannish enthusiasm; prolific and mercurial,
Yo La Tengo ultimately transcended its myriad influences to ensconce itself as a beloved
institution of the indie community." - All Music Guide

Jazz critic Whitney Balliett once described jazz as "the sound of surprise." While Yo La Tengo don't play jazz, the description applies. For 13 years they have been a remarkably consistent, almost comforting presence on the American pop scene, yet we love their genius because they are not afraid to surprise us. New York magazine calls them "the most dearly treasured New York rock band of the decade," but Georgia Hubley and Ira Kaplan have always lived across the river in Hoboken. Their recording site of preference in recent years is Nashville, but they're not a country band. Their songs are smashed into sharp relief with seemingly disparate elements, but always emerge a beautiful, somehow coherent mess.

Yo La Tengo is not a jazz combo, but they think like jazz musicians. They constantly redefine their own boundaries, stretch their songs into new shapes, and often restructure their old songs into new forms. As rabid fans of music, Yo La Tengo choose from a wildly diverse selection of covers (Richard Thompson, Wire, John Cale, The Dead C, The Normal, Flamin' Groovies, and the Kinks comprise a small sampling) and make the songs their own, much like Ornette Coleman and Don Cherry deconstructing "Embraceable You." Like most great artists, they never regurgitate derivatively, synthesizing influences into music that only sounds like Yo La Tengo.

Yo La Tengo don't play jazz on their new album, but they play like jazz players. The now-telepathic interplay of Georgia Hubley, Ira Kaplan, and James McNew means the trio now approach their music as one entity; they are solid and powerful, comfortable enough to allow room for improvisation. Georgia's drumming is a gentle web, but tensile enough to support sheets of organ throb and guitar noise. James anchors integral melodies in ways bassists rarely do. Ira's wild throttling of his guitar is by now legendary, but his restraint in playing the perfect few quiet notes keeps the band walking their delicate tightrope while pushing the music forward. Listening to ATNTIIO, you get the impression these songs will continue to grow and expand, even as they've just been committed to tape.

While their colossal sonic achievements are well-documented, Yo La Tengo's new album is more In A Silent Way than Interstellar Space: a quietly intense melange of pulsing beats, acoustic guitar strum, ringing vibraphone and organ washes. Add electric guitar buzzing underneath dreamy, nearly whispered vocals, and ATNTIIO is more mood swing than song cycle.

Yo La Tengo have stripped away layers of electric guitar chaos from their sound. Is it so we can hear their voices? So they can hear each other? Whatever the reason, Georgia and Ira's most audible and distinctive vocal performances to date are genuinely intimate and affecting. The quieter settings allow other subtle details to emerge: guest Susie Ibarra's percussion on the first single, "Saturday," high close harmonies swelling in from nowhere, Hubley's delicate brushwork, the gorgeous shimmer of vibes and mellotron.

Pop culture references usually abound on Yo La Tengo track listings, and continue here. "Last Days of Disco" is a modal pop song, Ira reminiscing about a distant first meeting, his vocals and guitar cruising lightly over Georgia and James's polyrhythmic underpinning. "The Crying of Lot G," title suggestive of notoriously byzantine author Thomas Pynchon, is ironically the most lyrically naked and literal song on the album. It's also the most direct paean to the internal ebb and flow of love they've ever written, with Kaplan speak-singing "You say all we do is fight, and I think, 'Gee, I don't know if that's true...'" over an ambient 50's-style weeper. A cover of disco hitmaker George McRae's "You Can Have it All" follows and features Hubley sleepily declaring her heart over Kaplan's AM-radio "ba-ba-da"s ping-ponging in the background and funky soul string accents (courtesy engineer David Henry and his cello). The band's approach to disco cheese is loving and unironic and raises the song above its station in pop's hierarchy; it could be a Yo La Tengo song, whereas the next song, "Tears Are In Your Eyes" sounds achingly classic enough to be a cover of a lost country ballad.

Such are the gifts of Yo La Tengo. They are a pop band, but don't just write pop songs; they write what can only be described as Yo La Tengo songs. By not rocking out, Ira, Georgia and James have made a record which shows how tight-knit a musical unit the trio have become. They are like a three-cornered atom harnessing its energy to the point where blinding explosions are no longer necessary to emanate power.

Jazz critic Nat Hentoff once described jazz as "a continual autobiography, or rather a continuum of intersecting autobiographies, one's own and those of the musicians with whom one plays."

Yo La Tengo don't play jazz, but And Then Nothing Turned Itself Inside-Out is the sound of surprise, and it is the latest chapter in their fascinating autobiography.

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Win a YO LA TENGO Surfboard
http://www.matadorrecords.com/contests/ylt_contest/index.html

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YO LA TENGO's web site - http://www.yolatengo.com
THE AISLERS SET's web site - http://www.aislersset.com

Information:
YO LA TENGO - Beggars Group Canada (416) 362-1377 canada@beggars.com
THE AISLERS SET - Julie Butterfield (206) 568-7359 JButter24@aol.com
ZAPHOD BEEBLEBROX - Eugene Haslam (613) 237-5301 zaphods_ottawaAThotmailDOTcom http://www.zaphodbeeblebrox.com

Posted Saturday, August 23, 2003 by admin
Client Service Centres are experiencing temporary and sporadic system problems
As a result of the Walchia worm, the City of Ottawa Client Service
Centres are experiencing temporary and sporadic system problems. These are
impacting the ability to provide some services. The problem is expected to
be rectified later today but until it is resolved, some delays are
anticipated. The public's patience is appreciated.

Posted Friday, August 22, 2003 by admin
Matthew Good, Youth Talent and Zamora The Torture King headline the fun on Friday
Matthew Good performs tonight at Lansdowne Park as part of the SUPER EX 2003 FREE Concert Series. The Superstars of tomorrow will also be featured with the Youth Talent semi-finals, and Zamora the Torture King hits the stage doing things to his body that will send chills up his and your spine. The day will be filled with activities in All Shapes and Sizes!

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Conserve Energy at home, take OC Transpo and bring the family for a day of energy efficient fun at SUPER EX. The SUPER EX midway relies on 100% generated power.

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Here’s what’s happening Friday August 22nd!

1. Matthew Good

Matthew Good is back and -- while he's supposedly mellowed -- he is just as talkative as ever. He's also recorded and released his most ambitious musical project to date; a sprawling, 15-song epic entitled Avalanche, released under his name only, which features, among other things, the strings of the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra. Matthew Good is on the Civic Centre Stage at 7:30 PM with the gates opening at 7:00 PM.

2. Youth Talent Contest

Presented by the Ottawa Sun and Professional Sound and Light. The Youth Talent Contest really sees the cream rising to the top in this adjudicated contest. Young contestants compete in three categories: vocal, dance and novelty. There are preliminary sessions which all lead to the semi-final showdowns. The finals crown third, second and first place with each receiving prize money. The winner moves on to the national championship, held this year in Regina, Saskatchewan. The semi-finals take place at 5:30 PM Friday August 22nd and Saturday August 23rd and the finals take place on Sunday August 24th at 5:30 PM. All Youth Talent rounds will be staged in the Salons of the Civic Centre at Lansdowne Park.

3. Zamora The Torture King

At SUPER EX for 3 days only, the Torture King is an act unlike any you have seen. He swallows swords, eats fire, and lies on a bed of nails after walking through broken glass. Easy you say? Well maybe but try replicating his finale - involving bicycle spokes through the bicep. Zamora, the Torture King has been featured on Ripley's Believe It Or Not, Guinness World Records, Maury Povich, 48 Hours, the Learning Channel and the Discovery Network.

The Torture King appears 3 times a day, August 22 to 24 ONLY on the Pizza Pizza stage at 5:30, 8:30 and 10:00 PM. Not for the squeamish!

Not recommended for a younger audience.

Here’s what’s happening Saturday August 23rd

1. Youth Talent Contest – semi-finals Saturday

2. Tommy Fortin – Daredevil motorcycle

2. Zamora the Torture King – Saturday at 5:30, 8:30 and 10 PM

3. SENS Street Tour – all weekend

4. Shaun Desman

5. Caribbean Music Explosion

Super EX STATS
The Central Canada Exhibition is the largest annual event in the National Capital region

On Sept. 25, 1888, Governor General Lord Stanley and Sir John A. MacDonald, Canada's first prime minister,opened the first Central Canada Exhibition.

Posted Friday, August 22, 2003 by admin
Community Soccer (this saturday, new time!, new location!)
All skill levels welcome to....

COMMUNITY SOCCER

# # # # Q U I C K L Y # # # #

Saturday the 23 of August at 6:00
Confederation Park
Bring: **LOTS of water**, shinpads if you have them, comfy clothes,
friends, fruit

# # # # I N T R O # # # #

In an effort to shape up the activist community of the
Ottawa-Carleton-Outaouais area, Anti-capitalist Community Action's (ACA)
recreation and athletics commitee has scheduled a pickup soccer game for
7pm next saturday (August 16 2003) at Parliament Hill.

We'll make teams and decide on rules when people show up. Nothing too
serious.

If it rains, show up anyways. Rain is energizing.

Bring anyone who wants to come along and play... obviously this isn't
limited to "active" people.

Remember it'll come in handy to be able to run more than three minutes
before falling on your face when the revolution comes. :)

# # # # F A Q # # # #

Q - "Do people actually come out to that?"

A - "Yes."

Posted Friday, August 22, 2003 by admin
GM SENS STREET TOUR MAKES A STOP AT THE SUPER EX
The Ottawa Senators GM Sens Street Tour, the interactive travelling caravan for hockey fans of all ages, is making another stop in the Capital this coming weekend. The Street Tour will take part in the Super Ex's Sens weekend at Lansdowne Park on Saturday (Aug. 23) and Sunday (Aug. 24), featuring visits from Senators players Chris Phillips, Anton Volchenkov, Brian Pothier and Wade Brookbank.

In conjunction with General Motors, the GM Sens Street Tour comes with a mini-outdoor rink with boards, interactive games, merchandise and Spartacat, the Club's official mascot. It will be located next to the Pizza Pizza midway stage at the south-east corner of the Park. The player and Spartacat greeting sessions are as follows:

Saturday, August 23
12:30 - 1:30 Chris Phillips and Wade Brookbank (Binghamton Senators)
3:30 - 4:30 Meet members of the Ottawa Senators alumni and Spartacat
6:00 - 7:00 Meet Senators mascot Spartacat

Sunday, August 24
1:00 - 2:30 Anton Volchenkov and Brian Pothier
3:30 - 4:30 Meet members of the Ottawa Senators alumni
6:00 - 7:00 Meet Senators mascot Spartacat

Event organizers interested in having the GM Sens Street Tour visit their event can contact the Ottawa Senators Hockey Club at (613) 599-0161. A complete description and application form for the GM Sens Street Tour is also available through the Senators website at www.ottawasenators.com under the Community/Events section.

Posted Friday, August 22, 2003 by admin
PUBLIC HEALTH : How To Keep Cool
During even the hottest days of summer, there
are a number of ways to stay healthy and comfortable without the help of air
conditioning. Here are some tips on how to keep cool :

Drink plenty of fluids.
Liquids help to keep the body cool by allowing it to sweat. Liquids are
also necessary to help maintain bodily functions. Drink plenty of water and
fruit juices. Avoid caffeinated beverages such as colas, coffee and tea, as
well as alcoholic beverages, all of which contribute to fluid loss.

Wear loose clothing.
Opt for loose-fitting, light-weight, light-coloured clothes made of
natural fibres like cotton rather than tight-fitting, dark clothes made from
synthetic fabrics.

Stay indoors.
If you have to go out, wear a hat, light clothing and sunscreen. Try to
stay in shaded areas.

Avoid strenuous activity between 10:00 am and 4:00 pm.
Do not garden or exercise when the temperature is at its hottest.

Use a fan.
To help conserve energy, keep cool with the help of a fan rather than air
conditioning. Remember to turn the fan off when you leave the room.
If you fall into one of the following categories, please remember your
health comes first :

- Seniors, infants and children
- People suffering from such chronic illnesses as heart disease
- People who use certain medicines such as diuretics and antihistamines

It is important that you do NOT put your health at risk by turning off
your air conditioner.

Close blinds and draw curtains.
Block the sun's heat to keep the indoors cooler.

Sponge or spray cool water on the face, neck and arms.
The water on the skin helps dissipate heat.

One of the possible consequences of prolonged exposure to hot weather is
heat stroke (also called sun stroke) which can be a life-threatening
condition, one that requires immediate treatment. It happens when the body is
unable to regulate its temperature. Temperature rises rapidly, the sweating
mechanism fails and the body is unable to cool down.
The symptoms of heat stroke are as follows :

- extremely high core temperature - up to 41 degrees C (106 degrees F)
- hot, red, dry skin
- rapid pulse
- rapid, shallow breathing
- headache
- confusion, untypical behaviour
- possible loss of consciousness

For further information on how to stay cool, or for other health advice,
call Telehealth Ontario at 1-866-797-0000.

Posted Friday, August 22, 2003 by admin
Water at Petrie Island is at acceptable levels
The City's Associate Medical Officer of Health, Dr. Geoffrey
Dunkley, has confirmed that the water quality levels at Petrie Island are at
acceptable levels.

Please note that Petrie Island is an unsupervised park. The City will
continue to monitor the water quality and inform residents of any changes.

Posted Thursday, August 21, 2003 by admin
Spirits will soar with Gospel Music Fest, Magic for Kids and "Theory of a Deadman" Thursday August 21st at SUPER EX
Theory of a Deadman performs tonight at Lansdowne Park as part of the SUPER EX 2003 FREE Concert Series. The day will be filled with all types of fun with Great Gospel sounds, the magic of Eric Leclerc in the CARTIER PLACE SUITE HOTEL KID’S WORLD and activities in All Shapes and Sizes!

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Conserve Energy at home, take OC Transpo and bring the family for a day of energy efficient fun at SUPER EX. The SUPER EX midway relies on 100% generated power.

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Here’s what’s happening Thursday August 21st!

1. Theory of a Deadman

The Canadian quartet's self-titled debut CD will serve as the flagship release for 604 Records, the new imprint co-founded by Nickelback frontman Chad Kroeger. In addition, Tyler Connolly and Theory of a Deadman were introduced to the rock world in very high-profile fashion: he contributed guitar work to Kroeger's mega-hit "Hero," the most prominent track from the platinum Spider-Man soundtrack, while Theory of a Deadman's "Invisible Man" served as the b-side to the "Hero" single and is also has placement on the Spider-Man soundtrack. Opening for the band WILL BE Toronto grunge rock, pop band “Holy, Holy Days”.

They play the Civic Centre stage at 7:30 PM with the doors opening at 7.

2. Gospel Music Fest

Here’s a feast for the soul, with some of the best Gospel music around. Produced by Banner Productions, one of the area’s premier Christian Music producers. Bands, choral groups, soloists, trios, and dancers combine to bring any music lover an appreciation of the many influences on Gospel music. Bands featured will be “Judah Ministries”, apacalips, 7th factor, Dizzy and Refuge Geezus, Just Issac and Dennis Girard. It’s on the Pizza Pizza stage August 21st starting at 4p.m.

3. The Magic of Eric Leclerc

The kids do the magic in this show. Maybe because he is a young performer himself, Eric has a special feel for this age group. Filled with exciting magic performed right in front of their eyes and hilarious themes, Eric makes this show unique. It's fun for the entire family and Eric does the show in both languages.
Eric performs 3 times daily.

Here’s what’s happening Friday August 22nd

1. Youth Talent Contest – semi-finals Friday and Saturday

2. Zamora the Torture King – Friday and Saturday at 5:30, 8:30 and 10 PM

3. Matthew Good

Super EX STATS
· The Nintendo Craz-e Crew

This Ottawa based extreme stunt team uses BMX bikes, skateboards and inline skates. They have performed all over Canada, the United States - even China and Saudi Arabia! The Craz-e Crew performs three times a day on weekdays and four times a day on weekends.

· Fast Eddy the Yo Yo Champ

From Mississauga, Fast Eddy McDonald currently holds three world records in the Guinness Book of World Records for yo-yo playing. He has a booth on the Main Mall and will be featured everyday on the Giant Tiger stage and Kid’s World stage.

Posted Thursday, August 21, 2003 by admin
Rising water consumption and heat add to electricity problem
The power situation in Ottawa and Ontario remains similar to the
situation on Tuesday. As temperatures continue to rise, energy and water
conservation remain critical.

"Hydro Ottawa customers are continuing to conserve, and we need these
efforts to continue," said Ron Stewart from Hydro Ottawa. "As of 1 p.m.
today, Hydro Ottawa customers were using seven per cent more electricity
than they were at the same time yesterday. Although this was expected
because of the higher temperatures, we remind people to remain vigilant in
their energy consumption."

The possibility of rolling blackouts is still very real, especially given
the weather forecast for tomorrow and the fact that the province is still
short of generation. A lot will depend on the success of conservation
measures and whether or not the province can import power from others. The
weather forecast in those areas will, of course, impact their ability to
sell their electricity to Ontario.

"Again, Ottawa's residents have done a tremendous job in reducing their
water and energy consumption," said Mayor Bob Chiarelli. "The heat alert,
which will remain in effect tomorrow, poses a new challenge. The general
public should avoid vigorous exercise, seek air-conditioned facilities where
appropriate, and drink plenty of fluids, while still keeping their power and
water consumption to a conservative low."

"Conservative water consumption continues to be critical," said Rosemarie
Leclair, the City's General Manager of Transportation, Utilities and Public
Works. "We recognize that the heat is putting an additional strain on our
residents, and we encourage them to stay cool in any way possible. However,
despite the high temperature, it is still imperative that they use their
water conservatively."

In response to the provincial directive, the City of Ottawa has reduced
municipal services to only those that are essential. The City of Ottawa will
continue to offer the same services on Thursday as were offered Wednesday.
To complement the basic client services available at Ben Franklin Place
since Tuesday, the Ottawa Public Library branch at that facility will also
be open as of tomorrow. Late charges incurred since the beginning of the
power crisis will be suspended.

Residents can call 580-2400 or visit ottawa.ca for information on City
services. The public can also call 1-800-268-1154 for information on
provincial services or call 1-800-O-Canada for information on federal
services.

Posted Thursday, August 21, 2003 by admin
Brazil 'Fest News Release
Bravo Bravo and Bravo’s Club 292
Present Brazilian Festival

Bravo Bravo’s Brazilian Festival will commence on Thursday, August 28, 2003 and run for 11 days, concluding on Sunday, September 7—Brazil’s Independence Day.

Bravo Bravo’s Bio

Bravo Bravo Bar & Ristorante, established in March of 1996, is an innovative Italian Mediterranean restaurant with a Tuscan décor. Since opening, Bravo Bravo has maintained a strong community presence by supporting several local charities such as: the Ottawa Heart and Stroke Foundation, The Canadian Cancer Society, the YMCA, Bruce House and Snowy Owl Foundation, Bon Appetite, the Canadian Red Cross Society, Toy Mountain and many more.
In March 2003, Bravo Bravo underwent extensive renovations to launch an exciting new nightclub, Bravo’s Club 292, the newest nightclub to grace Elgin Street. With an unparalleled ambiance, guests can enjoy dinner and cocktails followed by dancing in the Club, which features Ottawa’s top DJs. The dynamics of the entire facility have been elevated to introduce Ottawa to a unique restaurant and nightclub experience!

Festival Overview

Thursday, August 28 to Saturday, September 6 – A special Brazilian Menu (attached below) will be launched, featuring traditional Brazilian cuisine and cocktails. Bravo’s Club 292 will be hosting DJs spinning Brazilian music with salsa dancers from Dancestudios. On Bravo Bravo’s terrace, you will see Samba Bands, a Brazilian Drum Circle featuring Derek Debeer’s Rhythm Safari, and Capoeira. Capoeira is a 400-year-old Afro-Brazilian art form that was developed as a method of expression and self-defense by African slaves in Brazil. Today, it is Brazil's second largest sport after soccer and is fast becoming a globally recognized art and sport form. Its distinctive blend of martial arts, dance, ritual, and music attracts people from all walks of life. A Brazilian flavour will be added to Bravo Bravo’s already exciting breakfast menu on both weekends along with an afternoon of face painting. Over the course of the week, common tables will be available to promote Brazil’s unique dinning experience.

Sunday, September 7, Brazilian Independence Day – Bravo Bravo & Bravo’s Club 292, along with Friends without Borders (FWB), invite all to celebrate Brazil’s Independence Day. The celebrations kick off at 2 p.m. on Bravo Bravo’s patio in ‘Carnival style’, along with DJs, Rio de Janeiro theatrics, and a few surprises for all guests to enjoy. Funds will be raised in support of the charitable initiatives that FWB supports. Friends without Borders is a new generation public organization dedicated to social entrepreneurship in the service of communities in need throughout the world (for more detailed information, please see www.fwbgroup.com).

Celebrate, at the same time, Canada’s attempt to break the Guinness Book of World Records for the world’s largest drumming ensemble and the mounting of the first and largest “drum-a-thon” in support of children affected by the forgotten wars. This event is called Earthbeat 2003 and will be held at Confederation Park at 1 p.m. on the closing day of Urbanfest 2003. Derek Debeer (chief master drummer and former drummer for Johnny Clegg and Savuka) will lead a drum ensemble numbering as many as 3,000 people through a piece of percussion music composed especially for this challenge, to be followed by a huge drum circle. For more information on the drumming extravaganza and partners of the cause, visit www.earthbeatcanada.com.

“We are delighted to be partnering with Bravo Bravo Restaurant on the Brazilian Festival and the drumming event, and that Club 292 will be the headquarters for the drummers and friends of Earthbeat for the duration of the festival. The owners and management have vision and the desire to be connected with the community,” said Mark Entwistle, Chair of the Friends without Borders Group.

Posted Thursday, August 21, 2003 by admin
ART STAR VIDEO ART BIENNIAL
9 INTERNATIONAL ARTISTS PARTICIPATE IN THE

FIRST EDITION OF SAW GALLERY'S ART STAR

VIDEO ART BIENNIAL

INTRODUCTION (Schedule and ticket information at the bottom)

The experience of Art Star may be too much for the initiated public of art galleries, as it is punctuated incessantly with subtitles, sign language interpretation, simultaneous translations, translated texts, multilingual interviews, and even some presentations showing two versions of the same tape. In spite of this, we are convinced that, as networks for the exchange of video are becoming more and more sophisticated, so should the contextualizing devices we use to disseminate it. Soon, we will be able to present a videotape by simply ordering it from the Internet, paying the artists¹ fees by credit card and, minutes later, projecting it onto a large screen anywhere we wish to. The curation of video will dreadfully provide the instant gratification of shopping.

So we imagined that there were other interpretative models that we could access or invent to enrich an audience¹s experience of the video arts. We attempted to find ways to engage as many communities as we could by inviting an eclectic crew of curators who each hold divergent ideas of what could be a dynamic screening for audiences based in the Ottawa-Gatineau region.

Art Star, a name impeccably appropriated by late Canadian video artist Colin Campbell, is a term that we normally associate with artists who have received international recognition for their works. Campbell frequently used it as a personae name in his taped performances, and he was one of a few artists who could carry the name of Art Star with all its connotations - fame, success, affirmation of identity, etc. and give any great movie star a run for his or her money. He somewhat proved that acting for film doesn¹t at all compare to the emotional punch you can put across on tape.

For the Art Star Video Art Biennial, nine curators focus on the practices of nine Canadian and international video artists and collectives whose works are seldom shown in survey or retrospective screenings in North America. We invited the guest curators to each choose the works of one artist or collective, to write a text in any format or genre they wish to take on, and, finally to get most of them to interview their selected artist live in front of the audience after each screening. In attendance will be AA Bronson (General Idea), Marie-Hélène Cousineau (Arnait Video Productions), Chantal duPont, Dominique Fontaine, Richard Fung, Chris Gehman, Paul Landon, Jean-Pierre Latour, laura jeanne lefave, Sheila Pokiak and Zineb Sedira.

Art Star is in principle an outlet to celebrate non-conformist, non-commercial expressions on identity and identity politics. To this day, these kinds of images are not often disseminated to the masses through television or cinemas in North America, and it may be fair to say that they probably never will. Although the art world has its own tradition of exploiting any artist deemed successful enough to be marketable, there are still a few spaces, like artist-run centres, left for accessing video art in a plurality of contexts. But these ideal situations for the better understanding of this medium can only happen when we no longer think that simply plopping a tape in a Beta deck, pressing play and adjusting audio levels, gives an audience what they want or need from a simple video presentation.

Stefan St-Laurent + Tam-Ca Vo-Van

ART STAR SCHEDULE

Thursday, August 28

7PM Richard Fung (Toronto)
In attendance will be the artist and the curator Chris Gehman
Co-presented with the Images Festival. Includes a book launch with two publications on
Fung's work.
9PM Arnait Video Productions (Igloolik)
In attendance will be the artist Marie-Hélène Cousineau and the curator Sheila Pokiak.
Co-presented with Tungasuvvingatinuit Inuit. Includes a performance by Sun's Drum.

Friday, August 29

7PM Chantal duPont (Montréal)
French version. In attendance will be the artist and the curator Jean-Pierre Latour.
Co-presented with AXENÉO7.
8PM Chantal duPont (Montréal)
English version. In attendance will be the artist and the curator Jean-Pierre Latour.
Co-presented with AXENÉO7
9PM Zineb Sedira (Londres)
In attendance will be the artist and the curator Dominique Fontaine.
Co-presented with the Embassy of France.
11PM Remix 2003: Official Art Star party
Tiffany Beaudin, Carol Breton, Erin Brophey, Pixie Cram, Chantal Dahan, Firuz Daud, Dan Gainsford, Mike Hickey, Christos Ikonomopoulos, Patrice James, Dino Koutras, Éric Plouffe, Andrée Préfontaine, Pao Quang Yeh, Carl Stewart and Bear Thomas.
Co-presented with Artengine, Available Light, Code régional, Daïmõn, IFCO (Independent Filmmakers' Cooperative of Ottawa), Organised Sound, rsworks and SAW Video.

Saturday, August 30

2PM Workshop: Les moyens alternatifs pour diffuser son travail vidéographique à l'échelle internationale (in French)
4PM Workshop: The Alternative Means to Get Your Videos Shown Internationally (in English)

7PM Paul Landon (Montréal)
In attendance will be the artist and the curator laura jeanne lefave.
9PM General Idea (Toronto / New York)
In attendance will be the artist AA Bronson and the curator Jason St-Laurent.
Co-presented with SAW Video.

Sunday, August 31

7PM Valérie Mréjen (Paris)
In attendance will be the curator Tam-Ca Vo-Van
9PM Isaac Julien (Londres)
In attendance will be the curator Stefan St-Laurent.

Monday, September 1

7PM Tawfik Abu Wael (Tel-Aviv)

TICKETS AND PRICES

Single ticket: 5 $
Ticket book with 9 tickets: 35 $ (30 $ for SAW members)

The Art Star Box Office (situated at 67, Nicholas Street) will be open 30 minutes prior to each event.

Free tickets for unwaged are available at the door.

For more information, please contact Stefan St-Laurent or Tam-Ca Vo-Van at (613) 236-6181.

Posted Thursday, August 21, 2003 by admin
TODD WHITE CELEBRITY CLASSIC ALL SET TO TEE OFF
The Ottawa Senators Foundation today announced the details surrounding the 2nd Annual Todd White Celebrity Classic for Crohn's and Colitis, sponsored by Henderson Security and Solutions and Tommy & Lefebvre. This year's event will take place on Monday, August 25 at the Kanata Golf and Country Club, and will feature several Ottawa Senators and NHL players teaming up with members of the community.

The tournament, which raised a record $40,000 for Crohn's and Colitis last year, had sold out by March this year and has golfers keen to hit the links again.

White, the tournament's namesake, has been particularly affected by inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) as his wife, Sarah, has had to battle ulcerative colitis for the past six years.

"So many others have been affected by this condition other than my family," says White. "I'm more than happy to be a part of this tournament and to raise awareness, but I'm also very proud to be a part of a team that does so much for the community."

This year's event will feature 36 foursomes with 10 of those paired with a celebrity playing at the Kanata Golf & Country Club. White, an Ottawa native, will be joined by fellow teammates Patrick Lalime, Chris Neil, Jason Spezza, Chris Phillips, and Brian Pothier, while NHL'ers Adrian Aucoin, Chad Kilger, Mike Eastwood and Randy Robitaille will also hit the links (please note - player availability subject to change). The shotgun start is set for 12:30 p.m.

ABOUT CROHN'S AND COLITIS FOUNDATION OF CANADA
The Crohn's and Colitis Foundation of Canada is a not-for-profit voluntary medical research organization. Its mission is to find a cure for Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis, two forms of IBD. Canada is believed to have one of the highest rates of IBD in the world with more than 100,000 Canadian men, women, and children suffering from the disease.

For further information, please contact
Steve Keogh, (613) 599-0326

Posted Thursday, August 21, 2003 by admin
Ottawa Blues This Week returns -- 20 August 2003
Perhaps you've noticed that Ottawa Blues This Week has been absent from your email box for the last month or so. Take my advice -- *never* move to a new house ... 'nuff said! Finally ... we're back!
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This is a completely informal update of blues or blues-related events in Ottawa. The mailing list has been compiled from various sources and includes folks who are interested in blues. Please contact me at lizbluesottawa@aol.com to add or delete email addresses from the list and to pass along any comments.
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CONGRATULATIONS
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To Stony Plain Recording Company's founder and president, Holger Petersen, recently appointed to the Order of Canada. The Order of Canada honours Canadians in all fields, and is the highest honour bestowed by the country for lifetime achievement. Only 4,000 Canadians have been appointed to the Order since it was established in 1967. Holger will be presented with the Order at a formal ceremony at Rideau Hall at a future date.
(Thanks to Richard Flohil for this info)
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FESTIVALS THIS WEEKEND
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Limestone City Blues Festival
Confederation Park, Kingston, ON
Thursday to Sunday, August 21-24

Featuring:
Omar & The Howlers, Sugar Ray & The Bluetones with ‘Monster' Mike Welch, Saffire & The Uppity Blues Women with special guests Rick Fines & Suzie Vinnick, Jack de Keyzer, The Twisters, Rita Chiarelli, Chris Chown, Little Bobby & the Jumpstarts, Georgette Fry & the B-Side Blues Band and many more.

And, from OTTAWA:
Friday, August 22 @ 4 pm - Shakin' Eddy & the Jukes
Friday, August 22 @ 6 pm – JW-Jones Blues Band
JW-Jones Band also appearing Thursday & Friday, Aug 21-22 @ Merchant MacLiam, Princess St.

Full Schedule: http://www.kingstonblues.com/schedule.html
Artist's bios: http://www.kingstonblues.com/performer_bios.html
(Thanks to ZEBnews for this info)
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10th Annual Ottawa Folk Festival
Britannia Park, Ottawa
Thursday to Sunday, August 21-24

For complete info and schedule, http://www.ottawafolk.org
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LOCAL HIGHLIGHTS THIS WEEKEND
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Mumbo Jumbo Voodoo Combo 12th Birthday Party
Tucson's, 2440 Bank Street
Friday & Saturday, August 22-23

From Steve Lund:
"A GREAT BIG G'DAY to various friends & party peoples ....
This to announce that Mumbo Jumbo Voodoo Combo is having a Birthday party at Tucson's Roadhouse. We are now twelve years old {in band years that's 84!!!} The two 75 min. shows start early – 9:15 pm & 11pm. Phone 738-7596 for the ‘Dinner & Blues' package.

We would like to invite everyone who doesn't like the EX or folk music to come down and shimmy to one of the oldest Ottawa bands in captivity. Door prizes of our CDs & T-shirts will be on hand. Your choice if you already have one of the others. Oh yeah ... BIG MARDI GRAS BEAD TOSS.

We would also like to announce that two songs off our second album have been used in the movie "My Student Loan" by Mike Johnson, to be seen on CBC this fall. More info on that later, cause that's all I know about it now.
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Toasted Westerns
Travelodge Beachcomber Room
Carling & Kirkwood
Friday, August 22 @ 11:30 pm

The Toasted Westerns ... The Full Platter!!!
Appearing at the Travelodge, Carling and Kirkwood, in the Beachcomber Room, on Friday, around 11:30 pm.

Come on down for a beer after you see Emmylou Harris on the Ottawa Folk Festival's main stage.
(Thanks to Michael Ball)
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REGULAR EVENTS THIS MONTH
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Mondays: Maria Hawkins @ the Rainbow
Tuesdays: Ken & Don @ the Rainbow ... early show 5-7 pm
Tuesdays: L'il Al @ the Cumberland Arms patio
Wednesdays: Early show with Dr. Dave @ the Rainbow 5-7 pm
Wednesdays: Shakedown Blues @ the Bayou
Thursdays: Dinner & acoustic blues @ Tucson's
Thursdays: Blues Jam with Johnny Russell & Mike Ktenas @ Irene's
Saturday afternoons: Blues jam @ the Rainbow
Sunday afternoons: Blues jam @ the Rainbow
Sunday afternoons: Guy del Villano & guests @ Royal Oak, Bank St.
Sunday evenings: Acoustic blues with dinner @ Tucson's, 6-9 pm
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LOCALS THIS WEEK
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Thursday, August 21
‘Southside Steve' and the Swindlers @ the Rainbow

Friday, August 22
The Crowd @ the Rainbow

Friday & Saturday, August 22-23
Mumbo Jumbo Voodoo Combo @ Tucson's

Saturday, August 23
Blue Pearl's Naughty Bitz @ the Bayou

Saturday, August 23
The Priorities @ the Rainbow

Posted Wednesday, August 20, 2003 by admin
THE NCC OUTLINES ACTION PLAN TO ENHANCE SAFETY ON ITS RECREATIONAL PATHWAY NETWORK
The National Capital Commission (NCC) held a press conference today to announce the various measures it will be taking to enhance security on its recreational pathway network.

NCC Vice-President of Communications, Marketing and External Relations Guy Laflamme outlined the six initiatives the NCC will implement to encourage a safer environment for all users of its recreational pathways on both sides of the Ottawa River. Some of the measures are now in effect while others will be implemented over the coming weeks.

1) Intensification of NCC patrol on the recreational pathways. Since last week, patrol of the recreational pathways has been temporarily increased by 50%. This work is carried out by a staff of 26 peace officers, conservation officers and patrollers.

2) Posting of Ottawa Police Service’s public safety tips at the entrance of each recreational pathway. This measure is a reminder of some do’s and don’ts when using the recreational pathways to ensure maximum safety.

3) Loan of cellular phones to recreational pathway users, free of charge. This 2-month pilot project, in partnership with Rogers AT&T Wireless, will allow users to have access to a cellular phone for emergency purposes. The phones will be programmed to call directly to 9-1-1, in case of injuries or need of assistance on the recreational pathways. Cellular phones will be available this week at the following locations:

The Capital Infocentre, located at 90 Wellington Street, Ottawa (8:30 am to 9 pm)

The Canada and the World Pavilion, located at 50 Sussex Drive, Ottawa (10 am to 6 pm)
(temporarily closed due to energy consumption restrictions)

The Centre de plein air du lac Leamy, located at 100 chemin du lac Leamy, Gatineau (Monday to Wednesday 9 am to 5 pm, Thursday to Sunday, 9 am to 9 pm)

4) Support for expanded volunteer patrol. The NCC also announced that it would support the establishment of a volunteer patrol in Ottawa’s eastern urban sector as it did in the past with the Pathway Patrol, in the west end, and Vélos-Services, in Gatineau.

5) Forum on safety with interest groups. The NCC will hold a forum on safety with interest groups in the coming weeks in order to gather their input on other measures that could be undertaken to further enhance the safety on the recreational pathways. 6) Review of safety measures with authorities. Following this forum, the NCC plans to meet with the Ottawa Police Service, as well as other security forces and authorities in order to evaluate the proposed safety measures.

The National Capital Commission, along with the support of municipal partners, manages more than 170 kilometres of recreational pathways in Canada’s Capital Region that are used by more than 500,000 outdoor enthusiasts each year. For more information, please contact the National Capital Commission at (613) 239-5555 or 1 800 704-8227.

Posted Tuesday, August 19, 2003 by admin
BIF NAKED, Beef Heifers, and Beats of Funky Jazz on Wednesday August 20th at SUPER EX 2003
BIF NAKED performs Wednesday night at Lansdowne Park as part of the SUPER EX 2003 FREE Concert Series. SUPER EX is filled with energizing activities in All Shapes and Sizes!

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Conserve Energy at home, take OC Transpo and bring the family for a day of energy efficient fun at SUPER EX. The SUPER EX midway relies on 100% generated power.

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Here’s what’s happening today!

BIF NAKED
It was easy to dismiss Canadian singer Bif Naked as a big-mouthed beanpole after her 1999 album I Bificus, but Purge shows the dark-haired stick figure rejoicing in audacious songs that are as enjoyable as they are impossible to ignore. Alluding to some rough times and an ensuing rebirth, Bif proclaims her triumph in the AC/DC inspired "I Love Myself Today" and Eighties-tinged pogo rocker, "Choking on the Truth." She adopts various guises throughout Purge, aping Stevie Nicks in the emotional ballad "Stolen Sidewalk," Tori Amos in "October Song," and Joan Jett in the aforementioned "I Love Myself Today." While her performance sometimes borders on the cartoonish, Bif is nobody's fool, no A&R man's pet project. Her will is strong and overwhelming, even in dark, thoughtful tracks like the acoustic "Hold On" and new-metal pop anthem "Religion." In this era of manufactured stars, Bif Naked is a renegade, bold and beautiful to the core.

KEN MICALLEF
(September 3, 2002) Rolling Stone Magazine

BIF NAKED performs at 7:30 PM in the Civic Centre. Doors open at 7:00 PM.

2. Beef Heifer Day

SUPPORT ONTARIO BEEF. Grab a burger at one of our great food concessions and head to the Aberdeen Pavilion. 24 young cattle breeders will be exhibiting various breeds. The showmanship show will be a 1 PM, confirmation at 3 and the championship at 7 PM.

3. Jazz Funk Day

Check out the cool sounds of Jazz funk on the Pizza Pizza Midway stage at

1:00 PM. There will also be a Sears Fashion Show at 2:30 PM, music from the Expressions at 5:30 PM, Wandering Sign of Life and My Tiny Sofa on the stage in the evening.

Here’s what’s happening tomorrow, Thursday August 21st

1. Theory of a Deadman

2. Gospel Music Fest

SUPER EX STATS
· In July of 1829, the first fair ever in the Ottawa Valley was held at Wellington and Kent Streets. The fair took place on a field under two rows of tents and boasted vendors, whisky, fiddlers and pipers. It was well attended by raftsmen, farmers and labourers. The main event of the fair was a horse race down Wellington Street, on which many people had placed bets.

· Conklin Shows is a Canadian company from Brantford, Ontario, and is also the main midway operator for many other big-name Canadian fairs, such as the Canadian National Exhibition in Toronto and the Calgary Stampede.

· The Ottawa Super "Ex"cellent Cookbook is available for $8.00 at the main office or by Mail $10.00. The cookbook was published by the Homecraft Committee and is comprised of recipes from exhibitors, members, Ottawa celebrities and staff of SUPER EX. For details call (613) 237-7222.

Posted Tuesday, August 19, 2003 by admin
Water Consumption Rises Adding to Electricity Problem
The power situation in Ottawa and Ontario remains similar to the
situation on Monday. The City of Ottawa will continue to offer the same
services on Wednesday as were offered Tuesday.

"The power supply situation remains critical in the province of Ontario.
Province-wide, people are using more electricity today than they did
yesterday and conservation is essential to preventing blackouts in Ottawa
and across Ontario," said Ron Stewart from Hydro Ottawa.

"In Ottawa, residents and businesses have made great efforts to cut their
consumption. I thank you for these efforts, and ask that you sustain them.
Turn down your air conditioning. Turn off the lights. Use only essential
appliances," said Mayor Bob Chiarelli.

"Wednesday is going to be hot and humid. Take advantage of wading pools,
outdoor pools and beaches to beat the heat," he added.

"Water consumption is also rising in Ottawa, putting extra demands on
energy-hungry filtration and pumping stations. Please help us save
electricity by conserving water," said Rosemarie Leclair, General Manager of
Transportation, Utilities and Public Works. "Reducing lawn watering is the
most important thing the public can do to help."

In response to the provincial directive, the City of Ottawa has reduced
municipal services to only those that are essential. Approximately 80% of
the City's 12,500 employees are working to provide the services most
important to residents. 185 City buildings are closed and 90 are operating
at greatly reduced energy levels. In addition, the city is using generators
for many operations. These measures have reduced City energy consumption by
about half the typical need.

Most children's summer camps are operating today.

Residents can call 580-2400 or visit Ottawa.ca for information on city
services. The public can also call 1-800-268-1154 for information on
provincial services or call 1-800-O-Canada for information on federal
services.

THIS IS A MESSAGE TO ALL CITY OF OTTAWA EMPLOYEES:
For Wednesday, August 20, if your supervisor has not yet contacted you,
please call your voice mail at work early Tuesday evening for direction.

Posted Tuesday, August 19, 2003 by admin
Ongoing City of Ottawa power status
Please find below an update to the current power situation. The
following information was provided to the media in their 3:30 p.m. briefing in the Festival Plaza Control Centre. This update is also posted on the City's Web site.

Thank you.

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UPDATE (Tuesday, August 19, 2003): Ongoing City of Ottawa power status

City of Ottawa 24-hour Call Centre: (613) 580-2400
Province of Ontario Information Line 1-800-268-1154
Government of Canada Information Line 1-800-622-6232 (1-800-OCANADA)

Current situation
* The state of emergency in Ottawa is upheld, as it is provincially.
* Water consumption is also rising in Ottawa, putting extra demands on
energy-hungry filtration and pumping stations. Please help us save
electricity by conserving water.
* The conservation of power is still critical. Residents, businesses
and governments are asked to continue reducing their hydro consumption by 50 per cent.
* The province's hydro-generating plants are not yet at full capacity.

* The City of Ottawa is slowly phasing in services that require little
or no power consumption.
*
* Hydro Ottawa
* The power outage in Orléans earlier today was in no way related to
the province-wide power outage, and was caused by a downed overhead line.
* Despite electricity having been restored on the weekend, the
situation is not yet resolved and the conservation of power is still very
critical, most particularly during the electricity 'rush hour' which is
typically from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
* Because the system is not yet completely stable, everyone must
continue to conserve energy in order to avoid rotating blackouts or power
rationing.
* While good progress is being made toward the Province's goal of
significantly reducing demand, more can be done.
* Residents and businesses are urged to continue making every effort
to conserve energy.

City Services
Please note that the City will be providing only the following essential
services:
* Fire
* Police
* Emergency Medical Services
* Health inspection and protection
* Building inspection services
* By-law services
* Garbage collection
* OC Transpo services
* Beaches
* Wading pools
* City-operated childcare centres
* Registration for recreation programs by phone or via the web
* One emergency dental clinic at 2525 St-Laurent Blvd.
* Employment and financial assistance offices
* Sexually transmitted diseases clinic on Clarence Street
* Provincial Offences Court
* Emergency housing shelters that normally operate
* Ben Franklin Place Client Service Centre
(only CSC open)
o Development applications
o Dog licenses
o Property tax payment
o Water bill and parking ticket
inquiries and payment
o Birth and death registrations
o Marriage licenses
o Commissioner of Oath
o OC Transpo bus tickets and passes
o Facility bookings
o Building permit applications
o Zoning information
o Planning applications
o Business and taxi licenses
* All outdoor pools will be open today from 1
to 8 p.m. except Rideau Osgoode and General Burns. All swims are open
swims.
o Beaverbrook, 2 Beaverbrook Rd.
o Katimavik, 64 Chimo Dr.
o Glen Cairn, 186 Morrena Rd.
o Corkstown, 61 Corkstown Rd.
o Crestview, 56 Fieldrow Drive
o Bearbrook, 2679 Old Innes Rd.
o Genest, 43 Ste-Cécile St.
o Entrance, 2 Eaton Road
* Large majority of City-operated day camps (to
confirm call 580-2400 after 6 p.m. or check the City's Web site at
ottawa.ca)

The following City services will NOT be available:
* All recreation programs and facilities, except for those
listed above
* Libraries - All late charges will be suspended. Please do
not return library books before Wednesday, August 22.
* Community centres
* All City-operated museums and art galleries
* Client Service Centres (except Ben Franklin Place Client
Service Centre)
* Spay/neuter clinic
* Sports field lightings will be off in most cases
* Well-baby drop ins
* Indoor pool or arena-based camps will NOT be operating.

The list of open and closed services applies for Tuesday. The City will be
assessing the situation on a day-to-day basis and will make adjustments
accordingly.

*Please note that all standing committee and advisory committee meetings
scheduled for this week have been cancelled.

THIS IS A MESSAGE TO ALL CITY OF OTTAWA EMPLOYEES:
For Wednesday, August 20, if your supervisor has not yet contacted you,
please call your voice mail at work early Tuesday evening for direction.

How you can help conserve energy

Commercial and Industrial Buildings
* Where possible, turn off air conditioners. If cooling is essential,
set thermostats to 26 degrees Celsius.
* Eliminate cooling systems in off-hours.
* Where possible, open windows and doorways to draw in naturally cool
air.
* Reduce lighting levels in offices by at least 50 per cent, except
where required for emergency response or safety.
* Reduce the numbers of elevators and escalators that are in service.
* Where practical, reduce the availability of hot water in the
building.
*
* Home
* Where possible, turn off air conditioners. If cooling is essential,
set thermostats to 26 degrees Celsius and turn off when you leave home.
* Use only essential appliances.
* Where possible, use microwave ovens for cooking.
* Where practical, dry clothes by hanging them outside.
* Minimize the use of hot water.
* Take showers instead of baths.
* Avoid using furnace fans.
* Open refrigerators and freezers infrequently.
* Turn off the radio, TV, VCR and computer when not in use
* Do not water your lawn or wash your car until the power is fully
restored.
* Check on elderly or ill neighbours to make sure they are all right.
* Only call 9-1-1 for real emergencies.
*
* Power failure food safety
* Residents should remember the "Two hours, too late" rule, i.e., any
food that has been thawed or has been at room temperature for more than two
hours should be thrown out.
* If in doubt, throw it out.
*
* Fire
* Because of the potential risk of local blackouts, residents are
advised to be cautious about their use of elevators.
* Turn off as many appliances as possible.
* Beware of using old and worn extension cords.
* Generators should be left to cool before refueling.
* In the event of further blackouts, turn off your stove.
*
* Emergency Numbers
* Province of Ontario: 1 800 268-1154
* Tele-Health: 1 866 797-0000
* Agricultural matters: 1 519 846-0941 (between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m.)
* City of Ottawa 24-hour Call Centre: (613) 580-2400

Posted Monday, August 18, 2003 by admin
Ottawa Pub Dart League registration
Up-coming team registration meeting for the Ottawa Pub Dart
League (OPDL).

Monday, August 25, 2003, 7:30 PM
at Lunergan's Eatery & Bar
1661 Montreal Road

- We welcome new teams and sponsors to our smoke-free venues.
- If you have a team but no sponsor or venue to play out of, contact us. We can help.
- If you own a pub, bar or restaurant, have dart boards and would like to have teams playing on Monday nights, contact us for information on how to get involved with the largest dart league in Eastern Ontario and put people in your venue on a slow night.

Details at:
http://www.ottadart.ca/OPDLMain.html

Posted Monday, August 18, 2003 by admin
City begins to larvicide ditches to prevent West Nile virus
The City of Ottawa will begin to larvicide standing water in
selected ditches to reduce the number of mosquitoes that could transmit the
West Nile virus. The decision was made based on a series of tests that
indicate some ditches contain Aedes vexans larvae, the kind of mosquito that
when mature, can spread the virus.

"This is the next logical step in the plan to prevent the West Nile virus,"
said Councillor Alex Munter. "It is important to limit the number of the
mosquitoes that could potentially spread the virus to people. Residents
should continue to help control the number of mosquitoes by cleaning up
around their own yards and limiting the places where mosquitoes can breed."

Beginning on August 21, trained workers will apply a naturally based
larvicide called Bti to selected ditches and standing water. Bti is a
bacterium that occurs naturally in soils and is toxic only to mosquitoes and
black flies. The Pest Management Regulatory Agent has approved Bti and it
has been used safely around the world since 1982. Licensed technicians from
GDG Environnement Ltée will perform the work on behalf of the City.

This action is part of the City's aggressive four-part program against the
mosquito-borne illness. The City is taking measures to control the
population of the kinds of mosquitoes that can spread the virus from birds
to people. It is also reducing the number of sites where mosquitoes can
breed, monitoring the local bird and mosquito populations for signs of the
virus and educating people about prevention and protection.

The City has been assessing ditches and other bodies of standing water for
many weeks and the larvae counts had been low until recently. Tests results
plus knowledge of the Aedes vexans mosquitoes life cycle resulted in the
City's decision to treat selected ditches where and when conditions warrant.

Thousands of adult mosquitoes have been trapped in Ottawa and tested for
West Nile. To date one group of mosquitoes has tested positive. Residents
are urged to protect themselves against mosquito bites by wearing long
sleeves and using insect repellants containing DEET. Other preventative
steps include installing or repairing screens in the home and avoiding areas
frequented by mosquitoes.

For more information about the larvicide program, including which areas will
be targeted on which days, call 580-2400, or check the City's Web site at
ottawa.ca.

Posted Sunday, August 17, 2003 by admin
Public Service Announcement from the Government of Ontario
As part of the ongoing efforts to conserve
electricity, the provincial government will provide only limited services this
week. Although the Government of Ontario will work hard to provide key
services to the public, it won't be business as usual.
The provincial strategy for delivering services and conserving power will
be carefully monitored and re-evaluated on a 24-hour basis. For up-to-date
information, please call our Infoline at 1-800-268-1154.
Here is a partial listing of provincial services that will be
unavailable/available:

SERVICES UNAVAILABLE

Health Care Services are generally available, except:

- No new or replacement health cards. Health cards that have expired
will remain valid.
- You may be asked to fill out a health number release form by your
doctor or hospital that they will use when filing with OHIP.

Driver and Vehicle Licensing

- No driver examinations or new driver licences.

Services to Businesses and Consumers

- Ontario Business Connects and Access Ontario closed.
- Land registry offices will only be open in the morning.

Workplace and Employment Services

- There will be no Employment Standards services offered.
- For Occupational Health and Safety the Ministry of Labour will
respond to the following situations: work refusals, critical
inquiries and fatalities. Please contact your local Ministry of
Labour office for assistance.

Social Services

- No disability adjudication services or new employment supports for
Ontario Disability Support Program clients.
- No new applications for Ontario Disability Support Program or Ontario
Works.
- Family Responsibility Offices will be closed.

Government Publications and General Information

- Government Information Centres and government book stores closed.
- Publications Ontario telephone and online ordering closed.
- Archives of Ontario reading rooms and reference services closed.
- No publication of Jobmart or GOJobs online postings.

SERVICES AVAILABLE:

Courts

- Provincial courts are open to provide essential services. If you are
required to appear in court, you will be expected to keep this
appointment.

Inspections

- Meat inspections will continue to be conducted throughout Ontario.
- Ministry of the Environment's Emergency Response capacity - including
the Spills Action Centre - will remain fully operational. In case of
a spill or other emergency, please call 1-800-268-6060.
- Inspections of water and sewage treatment facilities will be carried
out as required.

Driver and Vehicle Licensing

- Renewal or replacement drivers' licences and vehicle permits are
available through private issuers and government kiosks.

Ontario Travel Information

- Ontario Travel and Information Centres will be open.

Ontario Parks

- Ontario Parks are open but may be operating with reduced services.

BSE (Mad Cow) Recovery Program

- Ministry of Agriculture and Food staff will be available to provide
assistance to Ontario producers.

Other Services

- The Centre for Forensic Sciences and Office of the Provincial Coroner
will be open.
- The Art Gallery of Ontario, the Royal Ontario Museum, the McMichael
Gallery, the Ontario Science Centre and Science North will offer
summer camps only.
- The Royal Botanical Gardens will also offer summer camp and outside
gardens will be available.
- Birth certificates will be available at the Thunder Bay counter and
through mail-in application.

The Government appreciates the co-operation and assistance provided by
Ontarians and businesses all across Ontario. The tremendous efforts by all
Ontarians to conserve electricity is helping make it possible to avoid the
necessity of rotating blackouts.

Posted Sunday, August 17, 2003 by admin
CANCELLED: Meetings at Ottawa City Hall next week
Please be advised that this week's standing committee and advisory committee
meetings have been cancelled.

Veuillez prendre note que toutes réunions de comité et de comité consultatif
prévues pour cette semaine ont été annulées.

Posted Sunday, August 17, 2003 by admin
Power outage public telephone numbers
The following are important telephone numbers
the public may find useful during the current provincial power emergency.

General Inquiry Line on the Power Outage:

Ontarians who have general questions about the current power outage
should call 1-800-268-1154. This service is currently available 24 hours a
day, seven days a week.

Telehealth Ontario - Health Information by Registered Nurses:

Ontarians who need health advice or general health information from a
registered nurse should call Telehealth Ontario at 1-866-797-0000. This
service is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

Technical Support for Farmers and Food Processors:

Ministry of Agriculture & Food staff can be reached by calling (519) 846-
0941 between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday,
August 16 and 17, 2003 to provide advice and technical assistance to farmers
and food processors.

WHAT YOU CAN DO TO HELP:

Please:

- Turn off the lights in any room you're not using.
- Shut off all non-essential appliances except the fridge.
- Postpone doing the laundry; hang clothes to dry.
- Turn off the radio, TV, VCR and computer when not in use.
- Spend time outside and open the windows - keep the air
conditioner off.

Please:

- Don't call 9-1-1 unless it is a true emergency.
- Call the Power Outage Info Line at 1-800-268-1154 for the most
recent updates
- Call Telehealth at 1-866-797-0000 to speak to a registered nurse.
- Check on elderly or ill neighbours to make sure they're alright.

Please:

- Don't water your lawn until the power is filly restored.
- Don't wash your car until then, either.
- Take showers, not baths; they use less water
- Don't drive unless you have to.

Please:

- Use flashlights, not candles.
- If the traffic lights are out, treat the intersection as a 4-way stop.
- Keep your fridge and freezer shut unless absolutely necessary. A full
freezer can keep food frozen for 24-36 hours if the door stays shut.
- Don't use charcoal, gas barbecues or home generators indoors. They give
off deadly carbon monoxide.

Posted Sunday, August 17, 2003 by admin
Fact Sheet - Food Safety during power outage
The province of Ontario is still experiencing
power outages in various areas. While the government works to restore full
power to the province, here are a few guidelines about food safety.

Freezer

- Without power, a fill upright or chest freezer will keep everything
frozen for about two days
- A half-fUll freezer will keep food frozen for about one day
- Keep your fridge and freezer door closed as much as possible
- Ice will keep your freezer colder
- If the power outage continues, and you are at all in doubt about the
safety of your food, throw it out.

Fridge

- Without power, your refrigerator should keep food cool for 4-6 hours
- Put ice in your refrigerator if you have it
- If you have thawed food, and it still contains ice crystals or feels
cold, it can be re-frozen
- Discard any thawed food that has been at room temperature for two hours
or more
- Immediately discard any food with a strange odour or colour

If in any doubt, throw it out, especially foods such as meat, fish,
chicken, eggs, dairy.

Heat

- Call or visit elderly or ill friends and neighbours who may be
suffering from the heat
- People without power who are house bound may be particularly
vulnerable
- People at greatest risk include the elderly, infants and young
children, the chronically ill, the disabled and those taking
medications (e.g., for mental illness)
- Drink lots of water and natural fruit juices
- Eat small, light and easily digested meals that don't require heating
- Wear loose-fitting/light weight clothing
- Stay out of the blazing sun or heat
- Avoid strenuous physical activity
- If you have power, turn off all unnecessary lights and appliances
- Never leave children unattended in a car
- Signs of heat illness include rapid breathing, headache, weakness or
fainting, confUsion, and more tiredness than usual

The most severe health effect of heat is heat stroke, when the body
temperature is greater than 40-6 degrees Celsius, with no sweating, and
altered consciousness or coma. Anyone who has difficulty breathing or feels
confused or disoriented, should seek medical attention immediately.

Pets

- Keep pets indoors or in a cool area
- Ensure pets have constant access to fresh watet
- Never leave your pet unattended in your vehicle during hot weather
- Contact your vet if you feel your pet needs veterinary attention

Water

- Emergency Services is working to ensure the safety of the water quality
- Conserve water - do not water your lawn or wash your car, avoid doing
laundry.

Infant formula preparation tips if power remains out

- Wash bottles well with hot water and soap. Rinse well
- Use ready to feed formula
- If not available, use powdered formula
- Prepare only one bottle at a time using boiled, distilled, or bottled
water, or fresh cold tap water that has run for two minutes
- Storage of formula - follow the same guidelines as for food listed
above.

For more information:
INFO Line: 1-800-268-1154
TeleHealth: 1-866-797-0000
www.gov.on.ca

Posted Sunday, August 17, 2003 by admin
Ontario information phone line
Premier Ernie Eves and the Government of Ontario
ask Ontarians who have general questions about the current power outage to
call 1-800-268-1154.

Posted Sunday, August 17, 2003 by admin
911 for emergency purposes only
Premier Ernie Eves and the Government of Ontario
remind all Ontarians to call 911 for emergency purposes only. Do not call 911
to report power outages.

Posted Sunday, August 17, 2003 by admin
Ontarians Need to Conserve Energy to Avoid Further Blackouts
Bob Runciman, the Minister of Public Safety
and Security, today called on all Ontarians to do their part to help the
province in the current emergency by conserving power even after it's restored
in their area.
"The system is fragile. If we all continue to use electricity the way we
would normally, the system is at risk of failing and causing more blackouts,"
Runciman said. "If your power has been restored, whether you continue to have
electricity depends to a large part on you."
"Power conservation remains critical. Even though power may be back on in
your area, it's absolutely vital that everyone do their part to save energy
and help the province through this emergency."
Ontario is generating only part of the power it needs under normal
circumstances. Until full power is restored, the system remains fragile and
unnecessary loads could lead to further blackouts.
The province has asked businesses to close for the day. Individuals can
also make an important contribution by reducing their power demands by leaving
their air conditioners off, not turning on televisions or doing the laundry.

Posted Sunday, August 17, 2003 by admin
Artguise Vernisssage : Friday Aug 22, 2003. 7:30 -10:30pm
"monster - awe - city"
new works
by
stefan thompson
august 22 - september 17, 2003
vernissage : friday august 22
7:30 - 10:30pm
Artguise
590 Bank St.
Ottawa

Artguise is pleased to present "monster-awe-city", an eclectic exhibit of original acrylic painting by local artist Stefan Thompson. Stefan's pieces present an exuberant melange of graffiti illustrative and animation styles. His colours are punchy and exhilarating. His subjects are pure fun. These depiction's of 'monsters' are reminiscent of children's storybook creatures that more often elicited snickers and grins rather than shrieks and shudders. The artist delivers an array of vibrant beasties bold in colour, stylized in form and rich in wit. Yet another Artguise show that invites you to view fresh works from an emerging talent. Please join us opening night for an opportunity to meet the artist and drink in the new works.

All interested Media and other parties please contact Brandon or Jason
via email or at 613-238-3803

Posted Friday, August 15, 2003 by admin
Ward 3 candidate releases “Waste Management Imperatives”
Ward 3 candidate John Palmer has released what he refers to as “Waste Management Imperatives”, in which he addresses major issues with respect to the City of Ottawa’s solid waste plan.

The four-page document was released today as part of Palmer’s environmental action plan that he hopes to implement when elected to city council in November.

“It comes down to the reality that our current landfill sites will either last ten years, or forty years. Given the fact that a new dump costs one hundred million dollars, forty years seems to be a better plan,” says Palmer.

Though some have speculated that Palmer’s campaign against incumbent Jan Harder was motivated by recent comments by the controversial councillor, the waste plan shows that Ward 3 will not be a single-issue race. Palmer’s plan may make waves throughout the city as he challenges all residents to not allow their “current councillor to give up forward thinking on landfill” when council votes on the renewal of the solid waste collection contract later this month.

Palmer adds that “this is not a technical document. It’s a common-sense plan to make sure we are not burdened with Toronto-like garbage problems. Nobody in this city wants to see huge trucks of garbage driving across the 417.”

Highlights of the document include:
- increased diversion from landfill;
- expanding “Compost Plus” organics collection to areas such as Bell-South Nepean;
- increased used of OMG-Style recycling bins, especially at City-owned buildings, parks, and Transitway Stations

This document is available to the public at http://www.palmerforottawa.com

John Palmer is a candidate for City Council in Ward 3, Bell-South Nepean.

Posted Friday, August 15, 2003 by admin
2003-2004 Architectural Conservation Awards: submit your application now
The City of Ottawa is now accepting applications for the 2003-2004
Ottawa Architectural Conservation Awards competition.

The awards will be presented in three categories: restoration (returning a
heritage resource to its original form, material and integrity); adaptive
use (modification of a heritage resource to contemporary functional
standards while retaining its heritage character); and infill (addition to a
heritage building or all-new construction within a historic context).

Projects completed between September 3, 2001, and September 3, 2003, will be
eligible. Application forms, guidelines and a listing of last year's award
winners are available on the City's Web site at ottawa.ca/heritage or from:

The Heritage Section
Department of Development Services
City of Ottawa
2 Constellation Crescent
Ottawa, Ontario
K2G 5J9

Tel.: 580-2424, ext. 28457 or 13855
Fax: 580-2576

The deadline for submitting applications is September 3, 2003. Awards will
be presented during Heritage Week, which runs from February 16 to 20, 2004.

Posted Friday, August 15, 2003 by admin
Join the fun at Petrie Island Park
Councillors Herb Kreling and Phil McNeely will host a Fun Day at
Petrie Island Park this Saturday. The festivities will include beach
volleyball and mini soccer tournaments, as well as music from a local dj.

Date: Saturday, August 16, 2003
Time: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Sand turning ceremony at
1:30 p.m.
Location: Petrie Island Park
North on Trim Road at
Highway 174

Representatives from the Government of Canada, the Province of Ontario, City
Council, Friends of Petrie Island and local community associations will be
on hand to participate in the sand turning ceremony and to answer questions.

Posted Friday, August 15, 2003 by admin
LIVE COVERAGE OF GREEKFEST 2003
Rogers Television 22 will broadcast live the Ottawa GreekFest 2003 from the Hellenic Community Centre on Saturday, August 16 at 8:00 p.m. and will repeat on Wednesday, August 20 at 8:30 p.m. and on Thursday, August 28 at 7:00 p.m.

Hosted by Leanne Cater, the 90-minute live broadcast will feature Greek arts, music, food and interviews with organizers and volunteers.

One of the biggest highlights at the festival is the live music. Experience the high-energy display of the Zorba Show which features a mix of music, dance and theatrics whose roots date back to the early 20th century.

Learn about the delectable Greek food that makes everyone's mouths water. Find out what makes Greek salad, souvlaki, spanakopita, moussaka and some of the sinfully delicious desserts so irresistible.

"For many years now, the Hellenic Community of Ottawa and Rogers Television have been working together to promote Hellenic Culture in the National Capital Region," said Antonio Pantieras, Chairperson of GreekFest 2003. "Recently, this partnership has reached a new level of cooperation given the growth in popularity of our annual GreekFest held every August. The partnership has been instrumental to the success of GreekFest and we look forward to providing an even more successful event for years to come."

"We are very excited to provide live broadcast of GreekFest 2003," said Ray Skaff, Station Manager of Rogers Television 22. "The broadcast will depict the wonderful energy and fun atmosphere of this vibrant annual event," added Mr. Skaff.

For special discounts at GreekFest 2003 and other festivals and events in Ottawa, pick up a Rogers Television Festival Passport at any Rogers Video location in Ottawa.

Rogers Television provides timely and relevant programs about local matters. Every year, our stations produce over 19,000 hours of informative local programming, reinforcing Rogers Cable's commitment to the communities we serve. Rogers Television is a service available exclusively to cable customers as part of the basic service of Rogers Cable Inc., Canada's largest cable company, delivering high quality entertainment, information and communication services to 2.3 million customers in Ontario, New Brunswick and Newfoundland. Rogers Television 22 serves the Ottawa community. For more information, visit www.rogerstelevision.com

Posted Friday, August 15, 2003 by admin
Hylands Curling Club
" Tired of poor ice? Can't find a parking spot? Enjoy good curling,
a friendly atmosphere, free parking, and arguably the best curling ice in the Valley. Openings are available for mens, ladies, mixed, seniors, little rocks, and juniors for the coming curling season. Its just over 6 weeks away!

Register early and don't be disappointed! For details or to submit an
application form, visit the Rates tab in our website at
http://www.hylands.ovca.com leave a message at 521-0009, or email us at hylands@ovca.com

Posted Friday, August 15, 2003 by admin
PSA: Avoid construction delays and parking hassles - take the bus to SuperEx
Residents and visitors planning to enjoy SuperEx this year can skip
the twin headaches of dealing with scarce parking in the Glebe and
construction delays on Bank Street, between Sunnyside and Riverdale, by
taking transit from a Park & Ride lot or all the way to and from home.

SuperEx runs from Thursday, August 14, to Sunday, August 24, at Lansdowne
Park.

OC Transpo routes 1 and 7 always provide frequent service along Bank Street.
During the Ex, these routes will have extra buses assigned to them after 5
p.m. on weekday evenings, and from noon through the evening on weekends. The
extra buses will be concentrated between the Rideau Centre and Billings
Bridge Transitway station to help relieve traffic congestion around
Lansdowne Park.

To get to the fair grounds, catch route 95 or 97 at any Transitway station
and transfer on Bank at Slater to route 1 or 7.

From the south end of the city, fair-goers can take route 1 on Bank Street,
or transfer to route 1 at Billings Bridge, Greenboro or South Keys stations.
Routes 5 and 6 also travel close to Lansdowne, on Riverdale and Glebe
Avenues respectively.

Fair-goers can also Park & Ride at Eagleson, Fallowfield, Baseline, Place
d'Orléans and Greenboro stations. All lots offer frequent Transitway service
on routes 95 or 97 to downtown. Parking is free at all times at Eagleson,
Place d'Orléans, Fallowfield and Greenboro, and after 11 a.m. on weekdays
and all day on weekends at Baseline.

Bus fare is $2.50 or two 85-cent tickets for adults. Children 6 to 11 pay
half-fare, and children 5 and under ride free. The $6 DayPass, available on
board buses, becomes a family pass on the two SuperEx Sundays, offering
unlimited same-day travel for a family of up to two adults, and four
children age 11 and under.

OC Transpo offers trip-planning assistance by phone at 741-4390 or on the
web at octranspo.com.

Posted Friday, August 15, 2003 by admin
Sat Aug 23 1330: Wild herb walk
WILD HERB WALK
Date: Saturday August 23rd

Come join herbalist Judy Henry for a beautiful summer afternoon walk on
her 24-acre organic herb farm. Explore the herb gardens, forest &
fields.

Meet many new plants, learn their medicinal and culinary uses, enjoy a
cup of organic herb tea, and visit Judy's Herbal Emporium. Time:
1:30-4:30pm Location: Woodlawn area (half-hour northwest of Ottawa)

Cost: $15 member / $20 non-member (payment required in advance)
To Register:
1) send cheque payable to Seventh Generation Community Projects, 4596
Carp Rd., Carp, ON, K0A 1L0;
2) OR hold spot with visa/mastercard then pay by cash or cheque at event
Cancellation Policy: no refund 2 weeks prior to event; full refund if
event cancels

More Info: Seventh Generation (613) 839-3997,
http://www.seventhgeneration.ca

Upcoming Events:
Sept. 20 -- Annual Meeting & Open House
Oct. 4 -- Diverse Garden Workshop
Oct. 16 -- Simple Living Workshop
Oct. 30 -- Intro to Permaculture
Nov. 1 -- Intro to Green Energy & Tour
Nov. 6 -- Sustainable Homes Primer
Nov. 15 -- Intro to Building with Straw Bales & Tour
Nov. 15 -- Advanced Straw Bale Tour
Nov. 16 -- Ecological Building & Renovations
Nov. 27 -- Intro to Solar Hot Water

--
Isobel McGregor
49 Evergreen Drive
Nepean ON K2H 6C5
Tel/Fax (613) 820-0598

All things are connected. Whatever befalls the Earth befalls the sons and
daughters of the Earth. We do not weave the web of life, we are merely
strands in it. Whatever we do to the web we do to ourselves. Chief
Seattle, 1854 (Adapted).

Posted Wednesday, August 13, 2003 by admin
Vigils for Ardeth Wood
MOVING THROUGH SORROW TO STRENGTH
A VIGIL FOR ARDETH WOOD WILL BE HELD
FRIDAY, AUGUST 15, at 5:00 p.m.
Rockliffe Parkway, just west of Green's Creek

This will be an opportunity for all of us to express our support and
caring to the family and friends of Ardeth Wood, as well as to connect,
share our grief, our fear and our anger and by so doing to begin the
process of healing.

Free parking will be available at the Aviation Museum on Rockliffe
Parkway. An OC Transpo shuttle bus is being provided to and from the
vigil site, beginning at 4:30 p.m.

(Phone Pam at 745-8557 for more information.)

Posted Wednesday, August 13, 2003 by admin
Ottawa 67's Scott Sheppard traded to London Knights
The Ottawa 67’s announced today that 30-goal scorer Scott Sheppard has been traded to the London Knights for a 3rd Round pick in the 2005 Ontario Hockey League Priority Selection.

Sheppard is coming off of a career year with Ottawa where he posted 31 goals and 47 assists to rank third in team scoring.

A three-year OHL veteran, Sheppard is entering his fourth and final season in the OHL as an overage player, which made him one of six overage players that were vying for only three spots on the Ottawa roster.

“We had too many overage players and not enough spots,” explained Ottawa 67’s Head Coach and General Manager, Brian Kilrea. “We have already committed two overage spots to Pierre Mitsou and Matthew Albiani, and if Matt Foy does not come back, then we still had Sheppard, Adam Smyth and Rod Bauman for only one position.”

“Scott asked us in confidence that if he was not going to be one of our three overagers that we try to move him close to his home in Selkirk, and London was a perfect fit. He played well for us and we wish him nothing but success.”

http://ottawa67s.com

Posted Tuesday, August 12, 2003 by admin
Central Canada Exhibition Association Launches Ambitious Campaign to Fund Move to new Albion Road Site
The 115 year old Central Canada Exhibition Association will hold a media conference on Wednesday August 13th at 5:45 pm in the Assembly Hall at Lansdowne Park to announce the launch and details of a new campaign to help fund the move to its new 200 acre site on Albion Road, located 500 metres from the Rideau Carleton Raceway and Slots.

"We are excited about SuperEx's future in its new location on Albion Road. To make sure that the future is as bright as possible, we are launching an ambitious fundraising campaign to build a new world-class year-round Exhibition. We will be introducing our Committee of Volunteers, who will assist us in this endeavour, and we will be outlining our plan to raise the funds we need to implement the move, now planned for 2005", said Cheryl McBain, General Manager of the Central Canada Exhibition Association. " The SuperEx has been a part of our great city for many generations and it is the job of every one of us to make sure it is part of the fabric of our community for at least another 115 years."

Posted Tuesday, August 12, 2003 by admin
DUTCH REED PLAYER AB BAARS WILL BE FALL JAZZ HIGHLIGHT
On Monday, October 27, veteran Dutch clarinetist and saxophonist Ab Baars will bring his trio to the Mercury Lounge in Ottawa as part of their extensive fall tour of North America. The trio, featuring bassist Wilbert de Joode and drummer Martin van Duynhoven, is one of the leading bands on the vital improvised music scene in Holland.

“I relate my trio to modern chamber music in a way,” Baars has said. “I try to write material that is easy for the musicians to understand, but has a lot of things in it they can develop.”

Baars, 47, is best known in Ottawa for his role in the Instant Composers Pool Orchestra, which delighted a large audience here last spring. Influenced by Eric Dolphy and John Carter, Baars has recorded several albums, including this year’s set of duets, Veer And Haul. The trio’s latest recording is the 2001 release, Songs, on the Geest Gronden label.

The Ottawa performance of the Ab Baars Trio is a co-presentation of the Mercury Lounge, Music Now, in collaboration with the Royal Netherlands Embassy.

The Mercury Lounge is located upstairs at 56 ByWard Market.

For review CDs, photographs, or to arrange an interview, contact:

Ron Sweetman
Music Now
730-2083
ronsweetman@canada.com

Posted Tuesday, August 12, 2003 by admin
Opening ceremonies for Lifeguard Championships
The opening ceremonies for the 2003 Ontario Provincial Lifeguard
Championships and Ontario Provincial Junior Lifeguard Games will be held on
Thursday. Aaron Burry, the City's Director of Community Services, will open
the games and Brian Miess, VP Competition for the Lifesaving Society, will
introduce the teams and read out the Competitor's Oath. Juanita Bueschleb,
Head Referee, will also be on hand to give the teams a pep talk.

Date: Thursday, August 14, 2003
Time: 11:30 a.m.
Location: Nepean Sportsplex

The Lifeguard Championships will be held from August 13 to 15, 2003, and
will be followed by the Junior Lifeguard Games on August 16. Both events
take place at the Nepean Sportsplex, where an estimated 350 participants
from across the province are expected to compete.

Posted Tuesday, August 12, 2003 by admin
Art vs. War - art exhibition and silent auction benefit
ART vs WAR

National Group Show and Silent Auction

Gallery 101, 236 Nepean Street, Ottawa

Silent Auction: Thursday, August 14, 2003, 7-10 pm
Pre-viewing: August 9-13, weekend 1-5 pm, weekdays 4-9 pm

Art vs. War takes on art's most significant and troubling of functions,
to remind people of the atrocities of war and to share visions of a
peaceful world. Featuring more than 70 artists from coast to coast (see
list below), Art vs War covers a range of issues associated with the
some 30 wars taking place around the world today. The silent auction
fundraiser goes toward supporting the efforts of War Child Canada,
assisting war-affected children and youth globally.

Note: This is not a Gallery 101 event. Thanks to 101 for their
generous
donation of space.

Posted Tuesday, August 12, 2003 by admin
Kiwanis Club of Orleans Launches Program to Put School Supplies into the Hands of Needy Kids
For the second year The Kiwanis Club of Orleans is launching a city-wide program to collect school supplies at area Staples/Business Depot stores for those in need. In our first year we raised thousands of dollars worth of items from 36 locations across Canada. This year the Ottawa-based program will expand to include over a hundred Staples Business Depot locations from British Columbia to the Maritimes. The first yellow school bus collection bin will be put in place at the Orleans location on Tuesday, August 19, 2003 at 10:30 a.m. Refreshments will be served as we celebrate this exciting new opportunity for Ottawa residents to help outfit kids with the tools they need to excel in school. There will be a photo opportunity as the first donated school supplies are “dropped” in the yellow bus collection bin. Interview opportunities include a representative from the Cumberland Resource Centre, the local agency distributing the supplies from the Orleans location.
Date: Tuesday August 19, 2003.
Time: 10:30 a.m.
Location: Staples/Business Depot 2085 Tenth Line Road at Innes Road

Posted Tuesday, August 12, 2003 by admin
15th Anniversary Commemoration of 8888 UPRISING IN BURMA
15th Anniversary Commemoration of 8888 UPRISING IN BURMA

Please join us to commemorate the 15th anniversary of the August 8, 1988
uprising by the people of Burma to bring an end to military rule and to
demand restoration of democracy and human rights in Burma. This nation-wide
uprising was brutally gunned down by the military regime killing thousands
of people.

The importance of this day's event reminds us of the aspirations and
convictions of the majority of the people of Burma and provides us with an
opportunity to reaffirm and restate our commitment to the aims of the 8888
movement.

Where - Minto Park on Elgin, Ottawa
When - 12 noon to 2.00 p.m.
Tentative program
12:00- 12:15 introduction, welcome
12:15-12:30 speaker, Bill Gilsdorf Amnesty International
12:30 - 12:45 speaker Paul Puritt, Canadian Labour Congress
12:45- 1:15 music and story telling
1:30- 1:40 speaker Angam, Canadian Friends of Burma
1:40- 2:00 Closing/ music

Food, water and juice will be served.

Posted Tuesday, August 12, 2003 by admin
Aug 26 7pm: "Under Occupation: Palestine, Iraq and Canada"
"Under Occupation: Palestine, Iraq and Canada"

Tuesday, 26 August, 7:00 to 10:00 pm
Ottawa Public Library (Laurier and Metcalfe)

This interactive discussion will feature presentations from speakers
recently returned from working with peace teams in Baghdad, Grassy
Narrows and the West Bank and raw video footage from the three occupied
regions, followed by a discussion moderated by Bill Skidmore.

Panelists:

Zehira Houfani (TBC). Houfani, a Montreal writer and member of the Iraq
Solidarity Project, has just arrived back from Iraq and will report on
life under the occupation for Iraqis. Houfani was in Iraq with the Iraq
Peace Team during the invasion.

Leila Moanmar. A Palestinian born in the Canadian state, Moanmar recently
participated in an International Solidarity Movement - Montreal
delegation to Grassy Narrows, Ontario, an indigenous community resisting
logging and continued destruction of their lands.

Colin Stuart, "Matrix of control." Stuart will relate his recent
experiences in the West Bank with the Christian Peacemaker Teams to his
own background as a member of a settler family in Canada.

Admission is free. Refreshments will be served.

For more information:

Nonviolent Peaceforce Canada
613-564-0999
info@npcanada.org
http://www.npcanada.org

Posted Tuesday, August 12, 2003 by admin
Turn restrictions aim to make Merivale rail crossing safer
To improve safety around a rail line that crosses Merivale Road,
the City of Ottawa will prohibit left turns onto MacFarlane Road for traffic
travelling south on Merivale during peak periods.
The change comes into effect August 13.

"Recent traffic studies at this crossing concern us," said Michael Flainek,
director of the City's Traffic and Parking Operations branch. "We feel we
need to take immediate action at this intersection to maintain safe roads in
the community."

On July 24, Traffic and Parking Operations staff met with residents in the
community to explain the plan. It includes the following steps:

* Left turns onto MacFarlane Road will be prohibited for traffic
traveling south on Merivale Road 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. to
5:30 p.m Monday to Friday.
* Portable notice boards to advise southbound drivers of the change
will be erected north of the intersection on Merivale Road.
* Traffic on streets leading into the nearby communities of Pineglen
and Country Place will be monitored and possibly altered if staff determines
that its flow presents concerns to these communities.
* Pending approval by City Council, construction to permanently divert
MacFarlane Road to the south and away from the rail tracks will be completed
this fall. City staff is currently designing the new road alignment and once
it is implemented, the turn restrictions will be lifted.
* The origins of commuter traffic passing through the intersection
will be studied to determine if there are steps that could be taken in other
communities to control or divert traffic to more suitable routes.

"We understand the inconvenience that these changes might cause for some
drivers," noted Jan Harder, City Councillor for Ward 3 - Bell-South Nepean.
"The City's priority, however, must be to assure the safest possible driving
conditions and to prevent accidents."

Posted Tuesday, August 12, 2003 by admin
2nd Open House - Ray Friel Centre expansion
As part of the Public-Private Partnership (P3) initiative, the City
of Ottawa and Serco Facilities Management Inc. (Serco) are currently
exploring a proposal to expand the existing Ray Friel Centre in Orléans.

After evaluating incoming proposals, Serco was selected as the preferred
partner in the provision of ice surfaces in the east end of the city, and
was invited into negotiations with the City. Both parties are committed to a
public, transparent process.

An Open House has been scheduled for:
Tuesday, August 12, 2003
5 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Orléans Client Service Centre
255 Centrum Blvd.

Please join the City and Serco representatives to discuss the following
project components:
* Project description, including two additional NHL-sized ice
pads, 6,000 square feet of additional complementary space and expanded
parking facilities;
* Traffic issues and improvements associated with the proposed
expansion;
* Partnership agreement between the City and Serco;
* Financial structure of the project.

Agenda:
5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Review display board presentations (main foyer)
7 p.m. to 8 p.m. Presentation of the project components by City and
Serco representatives
8 p.m. to 9 p.m. Opportunities for questions to City and
Serco representatives

Public participation makes a difference. Residents are invited to join the
City of Ottawa and Serco Facilities Management Inc. on August 12, 2003, to
discuss the proposed Ray Friel Centre expansion.

Posted Tuesday, August 12, 2003 by admin
SuperEx 2003 Opens August 14th
The Central Canada Exhibition Association will open the SuperEX 2003 gates on August 14th at 4pm at Lansdowne Park. The day will be filled with activities in All Shapes and Sizes!

THE FOLLOWING EVENTS ALL TAKE PLACE ON

THURSDAY, AUGUST 14TH.

1. Second annual Glebe Centre barbeque

We expect 100 seniors to attend the event which is being catered by Dave Smith. The festivities will include a BBQ lunch and a sneak preview performance by the Pop Shop, a local group of young performers who will be appearing at this year’s SuperEX.

Time: 11:30 am to 1:00 pm

Location: Glebe Centre, 950 Bank Street

2. Gate Opening

The first 50 guests will enter through the main gates lead by a Chinese Dragon. Helium balloons will be released and Mascots will be on hand to welcome guests.

Time: 4pm

Location: Front Gate, Lansdowne Park

3. Official Opening of SuperEx 2003

Join the Honourable Colin Kenny, Senator; Steven Harper, Leader of the Canadian Alliance and Leader of the Official Opposition; the Honourable Brian Coburn, Minister of Tourism and Recreation; Scott Reid, MP for Lanark County; and Ed Findlay, Vice President of the Central Canada Exhibition Association.

Time: 6pm

Location: Roger’s Television Boulevard, Central Stairs Civic Centre

4. Recognition for Front Line Health Care Workers

Ontario’s front line health care workers have been through a lot this year. SuperEX is providing all front line health care workers with complimentary admission on opening day.

Posted Monday, August 11, 2003 by admin
Body recovered in Green's Creek
At approximately 14:00 hrs a member of the OPP K-
9 unit recovered the body of a female. At this time
efforts are underway to confirm identification.

The Ottawa Police Service is seeking the public’s
assistance in identifying a suspect in the disappearance of
Ardeth Wood. The Ottawa Police received numerous tips in
regards to a ‘’person of interest’’ since public assistance
was requested last Thursday.

Today, the Police are asking for assistance in identifying
a white male who is a suspect in the disappearance of Miss
Wood. We believe her disappearance may involve foul play.

Included with this release is a composite sketch of this
suspect. He is a white male in his early twenties,
approximately 5’11’’. He has sandy colored hair, muscular
lean build and is well tanned. At the time he was seen, he
was wearing black shorts and a gray t-shirt, some reported
him without a shirt. (NOTE: The suspect may have changed
his appearance since last Wednesday). Witnesses have
reported seeing a male fitting this description in the
general area where the bicycle was found. Information
received indicates that the suspect may have been trying to
engage in conversations with females.

We are hopeful that someone in the community will recognize
the composite drawing and description and be able to
provide the name of this individual.
The Ottawa Police wish to remind the public to exercise
vigilance when walking or cycling along the bicycle paths.
If you see something that appears to be unusual, do not
hesitate to report it to the Police.

Safety tips for the Public:

Whether you are walking, driving or cycling, always
determine the safest route of travel. Avoid dark or
isolated places - take the longer route if it is safest.
Inform others when and where you are going and check with
them when you reach your destination.

Carry a cellular telephone.

If you suspect you are being followed, head immediately to
the nearest well-lit or populated area, if people are
within hearing distance, turn to the person and say in a
loud voice “stop following me!”

Try to remember points of identification about the suspect,
for example, complexion, body build, height, weight, age or
clothing.

If an attacker is only after your purse or other valuables,
don’t resist. Throw your purse or belongings away from
yourself to put distance between you and the attacker.

Contact police immediately or as soon as possible.

CONTACT: S/Sgt. Monique Ackland
Media Relations
Cell: 1-613-795-4481
Pager: 1-613-566-5211

Posted Monday, August 11, 2003 by admin
Ottawa Blues and Jazz Guides 11 August 2003
This week's live blues & jazz listings are now
up-to-date on the Ottawa Blues, Jazz & Swing Guide.
To find out what's on, just click these links:

Ottawa Blues Guide

http://www.ncf.ca/ottawa-blues-jazz/weeksblz.html

Ottawa Jazz Guide

http://www.ncf.ca/ottawa-blues-jazz/wksjaz.html

What's news in jazz & blues? Here's the link to use:

http://www.ncf.ca/ottawa-blues-jazz/watznewz.html

This week's featured artists are:

L'il Al's Combo at Tucson's

Gerry Shatford & John Geggie at Social

Click for more on what they're doing this week:

http://www.ncf.ca/ottawa-blues-jazz/weboweek.html

Ottawa Blues Society local scene artists this month:

http://www.ncf.ca/ottawa-blues-jazz/obspg.html

If you'd like to know more about or book a blues, jazz
or swing band or artist, check out this link:

http://www.ncf.ca/ottawa-blues-jazz/proflist.html

You can help spread the word on the local blues and
jazz happenings in the Ottawa area. Why not pass on this
e-mail to anyone you know who'd be interested in
keeping up on what's going on in the Ottawa live music
scene and suggest that they subscribe to this weekly
reminder service?

If you know of any events or other information I've either
missed or gotten wrong in these guides send me the details, please.
And, if you don't wish to keep getting these notices,
e-mail jim.roy1@sympatico.ca and let me know.

Jim Roy's Ottawa Blues, Jazz & Swing Guide
Phone: (613) 829-3725 www.ncf.ca/ottawa-blues-jazz
Other ways to get there:
http://clik.to/ottawablues or http://clik.to/ottawajazz
Support credits: www.ncf (National Capital Freenet)
www.devant.com (Rob Mainwaring)

Get your weekly Ottawa blues & jazz event reminders, e-mail
jim.roy1@sympatico.ca

Posted Sunday, August 10, 2003 by admin
Aug 29 10am: Academic Integrity in the Internet Age
Friday, August 29 10 to 11:30 a.m.
University Centre Alumni Auditorium 85 University
(A reception will follow the presentation)

11th Annual Kesarwani Conference
Promoting Academic Integrity in the Internet Age

http://www.uottawa.ca/services/tlss/cut/activities/conferences/kesarwani/kesarwani.htm

Professor Don McCabe will discuss the results of his ongoing series of
student and faculty surveys of academic dishonesty in which he has
surveyed over 50,000 students at more than 100 college and university
campuses in the U.S. and Canada. In particular, he will focus on the
results of a recently completed Internet survey of over 25,000
undergraduate students, 3,000 graduate students, 4,000 faculty and 1,000
teaching assistants at 11 Canadian and 19 U.S. colleges and universities.
He will highlight the growing problem of Internet plagiarism and the
increasing incidence of the use of calculators, cell phones and
electronic technologies by students to cheat on tests and examinations.

Utilizing data from his decade long work, he will discuss strategies
being used on a growing number of campuses in the U.S. to change student,
and faculty, attitudes concerning academic dishonesty. He will place a
particular emphasis on the concept of modified honor codes, a strategy
gaining increasing popularity among major U.S. universities.

Posted Sunday, August 10, 2003 by admin
Ottawa resident tests positive for West Nile Virus
Dr. Colin D'Cunha, Commissioner of Public Health
and Chief Medical Officer of Health for Ontario, along with Dr. Geoff Dunkley,
Associate Medical Officer of Health for the City of Ottawa, today reported
that an individual from the city has tested positive for West Nile Virus.
The individual, who is elderly and being treated in hospital, tested
positive with IgM ELISA test. A public health investigation is underway to
determine where the patient's infection was most likely acquired.
"Although the first case reported in Ontario in late July was acquired
during travel outside the province, this new case underscores more than ever
our need to remain vigilant in using personal protective measures against this
virus," said D'Cunha.
"Be vigilant in taking measures to avoid mosquito bites. This includes
reducing breeding sites around your home such as all standing water, and
wearing protective clothing when active outdoors in mosquito prone areas,"
said D'Cunha. "As well, apply an insect repellent with up to 30% concentration
of DEET for adults and 10 per cent for children following manufacturer's
directions carefully."
To date in 2003, the City of Ottawa has recorded no positive mosquito
pools, while nine birds have tested positive for West Nile virus. The City of
Ottawa has undertaken larvaciding of all catch basins throughout the city.
"The City of Ottawa Public Health Unit continues to proactively monitor
for West Nile virus activity throughout the city, said Dr. Dunkley. "The
second larvaciding application to the city's catch basins is currently
underway."
"My thoughts are with this individual and this person's family. Again, I
would urge Ontarians to follow all the measures for personal protection
outlined by public health officials and in our public education campaign,"
said Minister of Health and Long-Term Care Tony Clement.
Ontario has an aggressive seven point plan introduced this spring to help
fight West Nile virus. This includes an investment of $100 million over five
years, with $33 million this year alone.
WNv is spread to humans by the bite of an infected mosquito. Mosquitoes
become infected by biting an infected bird. The virus is not spread by person-
to-person contact.

This news release is available on our website at: www.health.gov.on.ca

Posted Friday, August 8, 2003 by admin
ACTIVISM: NOWAR-PAIX meeting, August 11, 2003
All are invited to the next regular meeting of NOWAR-PAIX
7:00 pm, Monday, August 11, 2003
123 Simard Hall, Ottawa University

Agenda items to include:

1. Upcoming panel discussion "Under Occupation: Palestine, Iraq and Canada"

2. Civil liberties working group: Mohamed Harkat case, campaign
against "security certificates", etc.; coordinating with No One Is
Illegal (Montreal), Homes not Bombs (Toronto) Direct Action Casework
Ottawa, International Civil Liberties Monitoring Group, Civil
Liberties Association

3. Other suggestions, announcements, etc.

Posted Friday, August 8, 2003 by admin
ACTIVISM: Global Democracy Ottawa meeting - August 14, 2003
You are cordially invited to participate in a public meeting of
Global Democracy Ottawa (a.k.a. GDO)

7:00 pm, Thursday, August 14, 2003

St. Paul University
223 Main St., Ottawa
Room 101
(Wheel Chair Accessible)

Bus Route #5 & #16
Parking available

Agenda items:

- Planning for education and action around the upcoming WTO meeting -
Cancun, Mexico, September 10-14

- Planning for education and action around the Organisation of
American States' (OAS) ministerial meetings on the Free Trade Area of
the Americas (FTAA) - Miami, Florida, November 20-21, 2003

- other exciting, depressing, inspiring, engaging and enraging issues
and ideas as people bring them forward

All are welcome!

Posted Friday, August 8, 2003 by admin
BUSINESS: SEMINAR - FUTURE OF IT JOBS
Friday, August 22nd
sponsored by: "A BETTER CHANCE FOR SUCCESS", a
non-profit-organisation in Ottawa.

The IT market is "down", the IT salaries (if you are lucky and get one) are significantly lower than 5 years ago, and the expected IT qualifications are higher and higher. Where are the IT jobs, the so-called "hidden job market"? What is the future for IT Professionals? The IT industry will recover, but how and when?
Are you ready?

The IT jobs posted on Internet are
often outdated, most of the time the jobs are even not
posted at all. Networking and intensive preparation for
your job search are your keys for success.

This valuable seminar gives you answers to all your questions
for just $69 including handouts (tax deductable).
Infos: daplus@sympatico.ca

Doris Aubin

Posted Thursday, August 7, 2003 by admin
MUSIC: LOVENBODYPARTS w/ DJ JFK & Zaphod's
On Friday August 22, 2003 at Zaphods, 27 York St. Ottawa, Canada, LOVENBODYPARTS will unleash their volatile grooves in an attempt to send their fans into a dancing frenzy once again. This will be fortified when LNBP's resident DJ JKF opens the night with some hard jungle/breaks.

LOVENBODYPARTS has been turning heads in the industry with their unique style and innovative vision. Since the bands conception 6 years ago, LOVENBODYPARTS has been shaking up the city and establishing a solid buzz in the local club and rave scene, Their latest album FLEX which was released a year ago can be purchased at the show, HMV, or via their web site ( www.lovenbodyparts.com ), The EP length CD also features local DJs Brad Copeland, and Andrew Matsubara (DJ K). The Ottawa Sun describes LOVENBODYPARTS sound as "a hybrid of rock and techno that has matured into a style similar to the Chemical Brothers or Prodigy,” while Onaversal Magazine says that Lovenbodyparts’ FLEX CD will "lock itself into your stereo until it melts!” Appreciative audiences have supported the band by dancing their asses off and becoming one with the groove. New and familiar faces are treated to an ever-evolving live experience
that often features guest musicians, spectacular visuals, dancers and light shows.

For almost a decade, Jorah Kai has been synonymous with big vibe shows and underground music events all across Canada and some major stops in the U.S.A.He has played every style of electronic music professionally and battled against some of the biggest names in the industry both at home and from coastal Vancouver to the ghettos of Brooklyn, NYC.When he plays with LOVENBODYPARTS his goal is to set the mood for their futuristic flavour with big beat breaks and hard hitting drum & bass. He will be accompanied by some of the cities best underground MCs who will pump you up for a rock-n-rave revolution. Show up early, and get ready to dance!

Show up early, and get ready to dance!

VIEW FLYER AT http://xvi.com/fl/big/flyer(3).jpg

Time-slots are as follows:

08:00-09:30 DJ JFK w/ Guest MC's- [ BROKEN BRIDGE ]

09:30-11:00 LOVENBODYPARTS - [ LNBP Media / FÜNF ]

11:00-02:00 ELECTRIC BALLROOM with DJs Gaz & Brahma Breaker

DOORS @ 8PM COVER $7

Related links:

www.lovenbodyparts.com
www.jorahkai.com
www.zaphodbeeblebrox.com

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For more info:

Radji Millette
LNBP Media
lnbpmedia@lovenbodyparts.com

LOVENBODYPARTS is sponsored by FÜNF

Posted Thursday, August 7, 2003 by admin
EVENTS: Israeli Youth Band shares its love for music with Ottawa
On Monday, August 11, the Kfar Saba Youth Band (Kah-far Sah-ba), a
well-traveled group that has recently arrived from Israel, will share its
musical talent with residents at Windsor Park and Wading Pool (18 Windsor
Ave., at the intersection of Windsor and Riverdale).

A circus-themed special event will kick off the day's activities at 11 a.m.,
followed by the band's performance at noon. Swimming, a barbeque, a
waterslide, Lazer Quest and many other games will make for a great day at
the park.

The Kfar Saba Youth Band is touring North America, sharing its love of music
with crowds of all ages. The band's diverse repertoire includes modern, pop,
classical, big band jazz and festive Israeli music.

The event is organized by the City's Seasonal Recreation Team, in
partnership with the Israeli Embassy.

Residents can call the Parks info line at (613) 580-2590 for more
information.

Posted Thursday, August 7, 2003 by admin
HEALTH: Minister attends official opening ceremony at new long-term care centre in Kanata
Associate Health and Long-Term Care Minister
Dan Newman and MPP for Lanark-Carleton Norm Sterling will attend an official
opening ceremony at Garden Terrace long-term care centre in Kanata.

Date: Thursday, August 7, 2003

Time: 10:00 a.m.

Location: Garden Terrace Long-Term Care Centre
100 Aird Place
Kanata, ON

Directions: From 401
Travel on the 401 toward Ottawa. Take the Highway 416 exit
toward Kemptville/Ottawa and merge onto Provincial route 416
N. Take the Highway 417 W exit and merge to the left toward
Kanata/Pembroke. Merge onto Highway 417 W and take March
Road exit toward Eagleson Road. Keep left at the fork in
the ramp and then turn left onto March Road and follow to
Katimavik Road. Turn right onto Katimavik Road and turn
right onto Aird Place.

www.health.gov.on.ca

Posted Thursday, August 7, 2003 by admin
SPORTS: SENATORS ANNOUNCE MYRE WILL BE FULL-TIME GOALTENDING COACH IN 2003-04
The Ottawa Senators Hockey Club today announced Phil Myre will be a full-time goaltending coach for the club during the 2003-04 season. Myre had previously been a professional scout and part-time goaltending coach for the Senators.

Myre, 54, will be responsible for developing goaltenders at the NHL level for the Senators. He will work more closely with Patrick Lalime and Martin Prusek as well as those in Binghamton (AHL) and junior leagues along with scouting future goaltenders.

"We are very pleased to have Phil Myre coming back to the team on a more in-depth basis. He will be able to spend more time with Patrick Lalime and our other goaltenders," said Senators general manager John Muckler. "We feel that Patrick and our other goaltenders will benefit from more consistent support from Phil and more day-to-day teaching of the fundamentals of goalkeeping."

The Ste-Anne-de-Bellevue, Québec, native made his NHL debut with the Montréal Canadiens during the 1969-70 season, where he won a Stanley Cup in 1971. A veteran of 14 NHL seasons, Myre appeared in 439 NHL games with Montréal, Atlanta, St. Louis, Philadelphia, Colorado and Buffalo. He won a Calder Cup as a player and assistant coach in Rochester (AHL) in 1983. He has also worked with Los Angeles, Detroit and Chicago in a variety of coaching and scouting positions.

Posted Thursday, August 7, 2003 by admin
SPORTS: SENATORS TELEVISION SCHEDULE FEATURES 62 GAMES
The Ottawa Senators Hockey Club announced today their television broadcast schedule for the 2003-04 season, which features 62 televised games, increased coverage on CBC's Hockey Night in Canada, two pay-per-view games, and a return to the New RO TV and Rogers Sportsnet as the Club's local and regional broadcasters, respectively.

"Never before have our fans had the chance to see so many of our games," said Senators vice-president of broadcasting, Jim Steel. "In addition to the coverage we'll receive on Sportsnet, the New RO, RDS and TSN, we'll have more CBC games than ever before, and two great games exclusively on pay-per-view to round out our most extensive broadcast schedule to date."

Sportsnet will broadcast 22 games in the Ottawa area (channel 27 on Rogers) and the East Region (Quebec and the Atlantic Provinces) in 2003-04. Sportsnet starts their coverage on Thursday, October 23 as the Senators play host to Jaromir Jagr and the Washington Capitals. Other key match-ups on Sportsnet sees Ottawa face Alexei Yashin and the New York Islanders on November 3; Dany Heatley and Ilya Kovalchuk's Atlanta Thrashers on November 11; the New York Rangers led by Glen Sather on November 23; Mario Lemieux and the Pittsburgh Penguins on December 26; and the Senators' provincial and divisional rival Toronto Maple Leafs on February 5.

The Senators are also back, for a fourth consecutive season, on the New RO with a 20-game package for the 2003-04 season. The New RO schedule opens in Ottawa against the Edmonton Oilers on November 6, and also features other key Canadian match-ups, including Vancouver (November 27), Calgary (March 11) and Montreal (March 25). The Stanley Cup champions New Jersey Devils will be featured on the New RO on February 3 while Ottawa's game against the new-look Colorado Avalanche will air on March 18. In addition, Sportsnet will simulcast 19 of the 20 New RO games in their East region, enabling those outside the New RO's viewing area to catch their broadcasts.

The Senators 62-game television schedule is rounded out with 14 games on both CBC's Hockey Night in Canada and RDS, another four are part of The Sports Network's (TSN) national schedule while two road games (January 8 at Toronto and March 14 at Edmonton) will be available in a pay-per-view format. Thirty-one (31) games will come from the Corel Centre and 31 from away games.

2003-04 Ottawa Senators Television Schedule
(all times Eastern)

Date Opponent Time Broadcaster
Thur, Oct 9 Montreal 7 p.m. CBC
Sat, Oct 11 Detroit 7 p.m. CBC
Thur, Oct 23 Washington 7:30 p.m. SNET
Sat, Oct 25 at Montreal 7 p.m. CBC
Thur, Oct 30 Florida 7:30 p.m. SNET
Mon, Nov 3 at NY Islanders 7 p.m. SNET
Thur, Nov 6 Edmonton 7:30 p.m. NEW RO, RDS
Sat, Nov 8 New Jersey 7 p.m. CBC
Tue, Nov 11 at Atlanta 7:30 p.m. SNET
Sat, Nov 15 Montreal 7 p.m. CBC
Mon, Nov 17 Buffalo 7:30 p.m. SNET
Thur, Nov 20 Carolina 7:30 p.m. NEW RO
Sun, Nov 23 at NY Rangers 5 p.m. SNET
Tue, Nov 25 at Atlanta 7:30 p.m. SNET
Thur, Nov 27 Vancouver 7:30 p.m. NEW RO, RDS
Sat, Nov 29 Toronto 7 p.m. CBC
Mon, Dec 1 Philadelphia 7:30 p.m. SNET, RDS
Wed, Dec 3 at Florida 7:30 p.m. TSN, RDS
Thur, Dec 4 at Tampa Bay 7 p.m. NEW RO
Sat, Dec 6 New Jersey 7 p.m. CBC
Mon, Dec 8 at Boston 7 p.m. SNET
Thur, Dec 11 Tampa Bay 7:30 p.m. NEW RO, RDS
Sat, Dec 13 Boston 7 p.m. CBC
Thur, Dec 18 Chicago 7:30 p.m. SNET
Tue, Dec 23 at Buffalo 7 p.m. NEW RO
Fri, Dec 26 Pittsburgh 7:30 p.m. SNET, RDS
Sun, Dec 28 Atlanta 2 p.m. TSN
Tue, Dec 30 at Boston 7 p.m. NEW RO
Thur, Jan 1 NY Islanders 7:30 p.m. SNET
Tue, Jan 6 Tampa Bay 7:30 p.m. SNET
Thur, Jan 8 at Toronto 7:30 p.m. PPV
Fri, Jan 9 at Buffalo 8 p.m. NEW RO
Thur, Jan 15 NY Islanders 7:30 p.m. NEW RO, RDS
Tue, Jan 20 at Carolina 7 p.m. NEW RO
Thur, Jan 22 Pittsburgh 7:30 p.m. NEW RO, RDS
Wed, Jan 28 at Dallas 8:30 p.m. TSN, RDS
Thur, Jan 29 at Phoenix 9 p.m. SNET
Sat, Jan 31 at Toronto 7 p.m. CBC
Tue, Feb 3 at New Jersey 7:30 p.m. NEW RO
Thur, Feb 5 Toronto 7:30 p.m. SNET
Tue, Feb 10 St. Louis 7:30 p.m. SNET
Thur, Feb 12 Boston 7:30 p.m. NEW RO
Sat, Feb 14 Montreal 7 p.m. CBC
Tue, Feb 17 at Washington 7 p.m. SNET
Thur, Feb 19 Atlanta 7:30 p.m. NEW RO
Sat, Feb 21 Calgary 2 p.m. CBC
Sun, Feb 22 at Pittsburgh 3 p.m. NEW RO
Tue, Feb 24 at Montreal 7 p.m. TSN
Thur, Feb 26 Philadelphia 7:30 p.m. NEW RO
Fri, Mar 5 at Philadelphia 7 p.m. SNET
Mon, Mar 8 at Washington 7 p.m. SNET, RDS
Thur, Mar 11 at Calgary 9 p.m. NEW RO
Sat, Mar 13 at Vancouver 10 p.m. CBC
Sun, Mar 14 at Edmonton 8 p.m. PPV
Tue, Mar 16 at Minnesota 8 p.m. SNET
Thur, Mar 18 Colorado 7:30 p.m. NEW RO, RDS
Tue, Mar 23 at Boston 7 p.m. SNET, RDS
Thur, Mar 25 at Montreal 7:30 p.m. NEW RO
Sat, Mar 27 at Toronto 7 p.m. CBC
Mon, Mar 29 at Tampa Bay 7 p.m. SNET, RDS
Fri, Apr 2 at Philadelphia 7 p.m. NEW RO, RDS
Sat, Apr 3 Toronto 7 p.m. CBC
(Note - CBC and TSN's schedules are subject to change)

Posted Thursday, August 7, 2003 by admin
MUSIC: SYNDICATED slag corporate culture at Zaphod Beeblebrox.
ZAPHOD BEEBLEBROX, XFM & SLEEMAN
PRESENT...

"SHOWCASE MONDAYS"

From Toronto
Rated NNNN (4 STARS) by NOW Magazine
SYNDICATED

+ guest t.b.a.
(suggestions welcome--email zaphods_ottawa@hotmail.com)

+ DJ SHANE spinning alternatives after the bands

Monday, September 15/ 2003 (8pm)

ZAPHOD BEEBLEBROX, 27 York Street, Ottawa, Canada.
Age 19+/ General Admission
TICKETS: Free.

Every Monday, ZAPHOD BEEBLEBROX, XFM & SLEEMAN present the best of the new & Indie bands. Join the ranks of such luminaries as THE BURDOCKS, HOT HOT HEAT, THE DIRTMITTS, THE CHROME YELLOW CO., CORB LUND BAND, LEDERHOSEN LUCIL, superGARAGE, CLEM SNIDE, PARADISE, TEMPTRESS, SUPLECS, STABILO BOSS, CRUSH, HELL CITY LOVE, DEAD RED , CITIZEN BAND RADIO, CONTRIVED, THE KRAMDENS, GEARBOX, THE SHOOTING RUBYS, JOHN FORD, TRIP THE OFF, THE MERCURYMEN, FE FE DOBSON, ANDREW VINCENT, CHRISTINE FELLOWS, ONE 976, LES MARMOTTES APLATIES, PRIYA THOMAS, ROCKFOUR, THE POSTAGE STAMPS, HOTEL, ChuBBie, THE STARES and HOT CARL that have played free “Showcase Mondays” for appreciative Ottawa audiences -- HEARD BEFORE THE HERD!

***************

“I love this disc. It's like someone pulled the chainsaw out of Bret Easton Ellis's ass and replaced it with
a sense of humour. Syndicated are a Toronto trio of "corporate misfits" mouthing off about things like office
politics and the pretenses of corporate culture on tunes like 905 ("She don't like my kind cuz I'm 416 and
she's 905"), Adult Contemporaries and Cougaristas. Syndicated cleverly jam many of the best and worst
elements of power pop, Britpop, new wave, neo-glam and post-punk on This Ain't New York. You can almost
feel the posturing and smell the attitude. They're smart and they rock."
- ELIZABETH BROMSTEIN , NOW Toronto.
http://www.nowtoronto.com/issues/2003-07-31/music_discs5.php

A band name like SYNDICATED would seem to suggest a kind of maturity (like TV shows that have been around for a while then go into "syndication") or a sense of business and corporate savvy, well organized with a specific cause.

This is SYNDICATED. Three small town boys turned corporate misfits. With the view from their their office towers (all members have worked in marketing/advertising positions for major Canadian companies) they've taken their adult angst and channelled it
into a post-punk explosion.

Contrary to most rock outfits who rail against corporations and spout politics, SYNDICATED's particular brand of irreverence is directed more at office politics, the pretences of corporate culture, suburban girls and exploding post-yuppie mythologies of success, life and love in the big city.

From the office cubicles to the breast augmentations and Botox injections that line the overrated Toronto nightlife, comes "This Ain't New York", the debut album from SYNDICATED. Reading like excerpts from SYNDICATED's lead vocalist's personal diary, these are the first and second-hand accounts of the many adventures, observations and professional experiences by SYNDICATED and crew.

Musically, they augment the lyrical bile with a gritty Britpop-meets-rawk attack. Whether it is the commentary on city-crashing suburban girls who still live at home in "905" (the area code for suburbia in the Greater Toronto Area), a matrimonial proposal to a 'Rub and Tug' hostess in "Massage Parlour Bride" or the three minute rant about the phenomenon known as the 'Cougar' in "Cougaristas", SYNDICATED take the classic Sex/Drug/Rock and Roll paradigm to a whole new corporate level.

When the members of SYNDICATED moved to Toronto several years ago, they didn't expect to have their big town dreams systematically dismantled or be witness to a world of drugs, prostitutes, layoffs and market decline.

In the face of it all, SYNDICATED intend to rock out, have fun and rally other corporate slags who have been passed by or misjudged because of their net-worth.

*************

Listen to SYNDICATED - http://members.rogers.com/syndicated/music.htm
SYNDICATED's web site - http://www.syndicatedmusic.com

Information:
SYNDICATED - David Domitrovic (416) 910-2396 syndicated@rogers.com
ZAPHOD BEEBLEBROX - Eugene Haslam (613) 237-5301 zaphods_ottawa@hotmail.com http://www.zaphodbeeblebrox.com

Posted Thursday, August 7, 2003 by admin
EVENTS: Collective Kitchens: Intro to Facilitation
Get Cooking with Your Community!

An Introduction to Facilitating Collective Kitchens!

Topics covered include:
- Different models of Collective Kitchens
- How to start a kitchen
- Orientation/Planning and Cooking Sessions
- Tips for Facilitation
- Cross-cultural conflict resolution
- Special Events
- Evalation

August 13th: 4-7
August 14th: 4-8
August 15th: 4-8

This 3-day course is free but pre-registration is necessary. You will also be expected to contribute between $1.50-$3.00 to purchase groceries for our one collective cooking session.

Place: Sandy Hill Community Health Centre
221 Nelson ( across from Loblaws)
in the Community Kitchen - Room 107

All are welcome!

Bus tickets and childcare are available.

To register or for more informatino, contact Patricia t (613) 244-2815 or pharewood@sandyhillchc.on.ca

Posted Thursday, August 7, 2003 by admin
NATURE: City to host more gardening seminars
During August and September, the City is hosting another series of
free workshops that will address common Ottawa gardening problems and
educate residents about pesticide-free garden maintenance. Residents are
encouraged to reserve a seat for the seminars as soon as possible.

Pesticide-free lawn care and white grub management
Early fall is a good time to apply nematodes: learn about maintaining your
lawn and how to manage white grubs this season.
Monday, August 11, 2003
Orléans Client Service Centre
255 Centrum Blvd., Room 306
7 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Wednesday, August 13, 2003
Nepean Sportsplex
1701 Woodroffe Avenue
Hall C&D
7 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Xeriscaping
Learn about drought-resistant plants that help conserve water in your yard
and create lovely landscapes.
Wednesday, August 20, 2003
Kanata Client Service Centre, 580 Terry Fox Drive
4th floor meeting room
7 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Alternative groundcovers
This seminar will discuss different ground covering plants that can be used
as an alternative to grass in your yard, with a focus on drought-tolerant
plants.
Monday, August 25, 2003
Goulbourn Municipal office, Council Chambers
2135 Huntley Road
7 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Landscaping Alternatives - escaping the lawn!
This discussion about alternative landscapes will give you some different
ideas for your garden. Try some drought tolerant plants!
Wednesday, August 27, 2003
Ben Franklin Place
101 Centrepointe Drive
Room 1A
7 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Thursday, September 11, 2003
Churchill Seniors Recreation Centre
345 Richmond Road
Town Hall
7 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Pesticide-free lawn care and natural insect control
Learn about organic lawn care practices as well as how to deal with insect
pests in the lawn and garden: ants, chinch bugs, earwigs etc.
Wednesday, September 3, 2003
Walter Baker Sports Centre
100 Malvern Drive
Room 202
7 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Organic pest management for ornamental plants (shrubs, perennials and
annuals).
Take care of your ornamental plants without using pesticides. Learn how to
care for them and manage pest problems.
Wednesday, September 10, 2003
Metcalfe Client Service Centre
Council Chambers
8243 Victoria Street
7 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Composting
Compost is a great organic matter to add to your garden. This seminar will
help make your home composting easy!
Monday, September 15, 2003
City Hall, Honeywell Room
110 Laurier Avenue West
7:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

Fall lawn and garden care - getting ready for winter
Learn about garden maintenance for the fall: prepare for the winter and
thereby reduce disease, insect and winter damage.
Wednesday, September 17, 2003
Ben Franklin Place
101 Centrepointe Drive
Room 1A
7 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Seminars in French:
Pesticide-free lawn care and alternative landscaping ideas
Maintain your garden without using pesticides and discuss some landscaping
ideas that can change the look of your yard.
Tuesday, August 19, 2003
Jim Durrell Recreation Centre, 1265 Walkley Road
Ellwood Hall
7 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Fall lawn and garden care - getting ready for winter
Learn about garden maintenance for the fall: prepare for the winter and
thereby reduce disease, insect and winter damage.
Monday, September 8, 2003
Orléans Client Service Centre
255 Centrum Blvd. Room 306
7 p.m. to 9 p.m.

To register, residents can contact Bridgette Brown at (613) 580-2424, ext.
28510.

Posted Thursday, August 7, 2003 by admin
EVENTS: Workshop on solidarity with South African grassroots groups
Date: Friday August 8th
Time: 7PM
Location: Room 201, Jack Purcell Community Centre, 320 Elgin Street

Anti-capitalist Community Action (ACA) is hosting a speaker from the South
Africa Solidarity Network who will provide information about the current
grassroots struggle in South Africa and ways that anti-authoritarian,
social justice groups in the global north can act in solidarity with
activists in South Africa.

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Background
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The South Africa Solidarity Network supports anti-authoritarian groups in
South Africa who are challenging the neoliberal agenda of the ANC.
Privatization of basic services, evictions and an increase in state and
police repression have led to new groups being formed, and new strategies
being used, to fight back; The Network aims to facilitate the flow of
knowledge, support (and money) between anti-authoritarian, non-hierarchical
groups in North America with parallel groups in South Africa. We're in the
beginning stages of building the Network, most of the work so far has been
giving video showings and talks outlining the current situation in South
Africa and the groups involved in grassroots struggles there.

Posted Thursday, August 7, 2003 by admin
MUSIC: ROUND2--first time at Zaphod Beeblebrox

ZAPHOD BEEBLEBROX, XFM & SLEEMAN
PRESENT...

"SHOWCASE MONDAYS"

From Toronto/ CD Release "So Far Outside"
Round2

+ guests

+ DJ SHANE spinning alternatives after the bands

Monday, September 1/ 2003 (8pm)

ZAPHOD BEEBLEBROX, 27 York Street, Ottawa, Canada.
Age 19+/ General Admission
TICKETS: Free.

Every Monday, ZAPHOD BEEBLEBROX, XFM & SLEEMAN present the best of the new & Indie bands. Join the ranks of such luminaries as THE BURDOCKS, HOT HOT HEAT, THE DIRTMITTS, THE CHROME YELLOW CO., CORB LUND BAND, LEDERHOSEN LUCIL, superGARAGE, CLEM SNIDE, PARADISE, TEMPTRESS, SUPLECS, STABILO BOSS, CRUSH, HELL CITY LOVE, DEAD RED , CITIZEN BAND RADIO, CONTRIVED, THE KRAMDENS, GEARBOX, THE SHOOTING RUBYS, JOHN FORD, TRIP THE OFF, THE MERCURYMEN, FE FE DOBSON, ANDREW VINCENT, CHRISTINE FELLOWS, ONE 976, LES MARMOTTES APLATIES, PRIYA THOMAS, ROCKFOUR, THE POSTAGE STAMPS, HOTEL, ChuBBie, THE STARES and HOT CARL that have played free “Showcase Mondays” for appreciative Ottawa audiences -- HEARD BEFORE THE HERD!

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With captivating vocals, awesome musicianship and great songs, Round2 ‘s music has created a huge buzz among fans and music industry professionals alike. The buzz exploded with a series of Showcases at The Reverb (Toronto) in June, which had music industry professionals rushing out in droves to see and hear what the hell everyone was talking about.

In July the band was awarded a VideoFact grant for "She". Round2 is destined for a long and successful career writing great songs of hope, warmth, optimism and love.

Round2's songs deliver warm melodies accompanied by two mesmerizing lead vocalists; throw in a brilliant wall of sound to back them up and you have Round2. Taking time to develop, Round2 has evolved into one of the finest guitar based and pop-aware Brit influenced bands to come out of the Greater Toronto Area in recent years. Often compared to Brit bands such as Radiohead and the Verve, Round2 stands strongly on its own two feet by delivering their own brand of sensitive vocals and guitar-shaped musical landscapes.

In the winter months of 2002 Round2 entered The Studio at Pucks Farm with engineer Walter Sobczak (Raggadeath,
Barenaked Ladies) to lay down some of the finer compositions they have written throughout the years. The result is an inspiring, self produced, full-length effort entitled “So Far Outside”. The album is filled with well-crafted, insanely infectious songs. More recently, Round2 captured first place in the annual 97.7 HTZ FM Rock Search in St Catherine’s. Beating out 400 bands, the boys claimed top honors walking away with over 20 thousand dollars in cash and prizes and gained significant rotation of their single “She” on 97.7 HTZ FM. A true testament to strong songwriting skills and one very awesome live show, this win has only solidified what many fans have known for a very long time. Now is your chance to check out this very fine up and coming band.

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Round2's web site - http://www.round2music.com

Information:
Round2 - Andrea Caldwell/ Music Vibes Prods. (416) 536-9317 music_vibes@rogers.com
ZAPHOD BEEBLEBROX - Eugene Haslam (613) 237-5301 zaphods_ottawa@hotmail.com http://www.zaphodbeeblebrox.com

Posted Tuesday, August 5, 2003 by admin
POLITICS: J.-F. Claude announces candidacy
Citing the need for new generation of leadership and a renewed vision for the East End as Ottawa faces a $126-million shortfall in 2004, J.-F. (Jean-François) Claude, the founding Chairman of
the Equality East Citizens' Coalition,
registered today as a candidate for the Innes Ward city
council seat in the November 10 municipal election.

Claude, 31, is best known for successfully leading the
community coalition that helped secure a $9.1-million City
commitment in 2005 for an arts and cultural facility in
Ottawa's east end. Claude is also active with the
City.

Claude believes
that to make the tough trade-offs between reducing
public expenditures and maintaining city services and
facilities, residents and community groups will have to work
more closely together to ensure the East End. "I
believe I have demonstrated my ability to rally people and
groups in our community when it counts. That is going to
be essential if we are to have the necessary clout to
defend East End projects and priorities."

Source: J.-F. (Jean-François) Claude, 837-3485

http://www.jfclaude.ca/

Posted Tuesday, August 5, 2003 by admin
MUSIC: THE DAY AFTER arrives at Zaphod Beeblebrox
ZAPHOD BEEBLEBROX, THE OTTAWA SUN & HERITAGE BREWERIES
PRESENT...

The new sound clash of Rocked-out Urban-Hip Hop-Reggae

From Toronto
Featuring Rapper MICHIE MEE & Guitarist DARREN QUINN (ex-MONSTER VOODOO MACHINE/ RAGGADEATH)
THE DAY AFTER

+ guests t.b.a
(suggestions requested..email zaphods_ottawa@hotmail.com)

Saturday, September 13 (Doors 8pm)

ZAPHOD BEEBLEBROX, 27 York Street, Ottawa, Canada.
Age 19+/ General Admission
Tickets: $8 only at the door

The Day After: urban.rock.sound.clash!

Featuring; vocals by Michie Mee, Darren Quinn on guitar, Ryan Ferrando on drums and DJ Shamann.

Emerging to the forefront of the urban music scene, the inevitable fusion of Contemporary rock, Hip Hop and Reggae is here. The first emergence was Raggadeath almost 8 years back, unhappy with the state or direction of a stagnant industry, “The Day After” has regrouped to redefine and chart a new course.

Parents of this project are Michie and Darren who reunited on the street by chance, before realizing they were looking for each other. The decision was made to pick up where Raggadeath left off yet take it to a new level.

Michie Mee made her name as one of the T-Dots’ pioneer and best Rappers. Her solo career has led her to collaborate Ladies First with other icons like MC Lyte and Queen Latifah. She has starred in the TV series Drop The Beat and Smart Ask, and has done several commercials. She appeared in the film In Too Deep with LL Cool J and Omar Epps, and My Baby’s Mama with Eddie Griffin. Her involvement in Phemphat and its annual Honey Jam in August are always eagerly awaited and well received.

Darren Quinn, former Monster Voodoo Machine and Raggadeath guitarist plays the pivotal role of coordinating and recruiting the personnel that are; The Day After aka. The D.A. Armed with his songwriting, producing and touring experience, Darren is the glue that binds this band together.

Drummer Ryan Ferrando keeps the grooves rock solid. Known for various session work and local bands, Ryan Ferrando has helped formed a rhythm section tandem essential to propel a group of The D.A.’s caliber.

Shamann a long serving DJ from Michie’s live set, plays a most important part by creating and recreating sounds that otherwise would be hard if not impossible to achieve. A veteran of the Reggae/Dancehall scene, he can be scene spinning with his “Red Flame Sound crew” at many of Toronto’s jams.

Overall their sound is unconventional but very commercial, and they should be credited for a stroke of genius, bringing in a seasoned streetwise female Rapper as a permanent member. While on the other hand Michie should be congratulated for such a daring move as not all her peers from the urban community have been so supportive. All early results seem to point toward a resounding welcome from a hungry niche market of their own making.

As the video for “Break The Rules” hit MuchMusic in hot rotation (Canada and U.S.) and airing heavy on MTV Canada and MuchLoud, the group continues to create new tracks for an increasing demand.

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THE DAY AFTER's web site - http://www.thedayafter.ca

Information:
THE DAY AFTER - Paula Danylevich/ Hype (905) 275-9613 GR8PR@aol.com
ZAPHOD BEEBLEBROX - Eugene Haslam (613) 237-5301 zaphods_ottawa@hotmail.com http://www.zaphodbeeblebrox.com

Posted Tuesday, August 5, 2003 by admin
HEALTH: Coalition for a Healthy Ottawa
The next meeting of CHO will be held on:
Thursday, August 7, 2003
6:30 to 8:30 PM
Maki House at 19 Leeming Drive

To get to Leeming Drive, go west on Carling Avenue, past Andrew Haydon Park,
past Dick Bell Park. Shortly after on the left hand side is Crystal Beach
Drive. Turn left and the first left will be Leeming Drive. Hope to see you
there on the 7th.

Posted Tuesday, August 5, 2003 by admin
NATURE: Gardening seminars... part two!
> During August and September the City is hosting another round of seminars,
> aimed at educating residents about gardening without using chemical
> pesticides. There are many interesting topics - so tell your neighbours
> or bring a friend! The seminars are free - to register call Bridgette
> Brown at 580-2424 ext. 28510 or e-mail at Bridgette.Brown@ottawa.ca.
>
> Pesticide-free lawn care and white grub management
> Early fall is a good time to apply nematodes: learn about maintaining your
> lawn and how to manage white grubs this season!
> Monday, August 11, 2003
> Orléans Client Service Centre
> 255 Centrum Blvd., Room 306
> 7-9 p.m.
>
> Pesticide-free lawn care and white grub management
> Early fall is a good time to apply nematodes: learn about maintaining your
> lawn and how to manage white grubs this season!
> Wednesday, August 13, 2003
> Nepean Sportsplex
> 1701 Woodroffe Avenue
> Hall C&D
> 7-9 p.m.
>
> Xeriscaping
> Learn about drought-resistant plants that help conserve water in your yard
> and create lovely landscapes.
> Wednesday, August 20, 2003
> Kanata Client Service Centre, 580 Terry Fox Drive
> 4th floor meeting room
> 7-9 p.m.
>
> Alternative groundcovers
> This seminar will discuss different ground covering plants that can be
> used as an alternative to grass in your yard, with a focus on
> drought-tolerant plants.
> Monday, August 25, 2003
> Goulbourn Municipal office, Council Chambers
> 2135 Huntley Road
> 7-9 p.m.
>
> Landscaping Alternatives - escaping the lawn!
> This discussion about alternative landscapes will give you some different
> ideas for your garden. Try some drought tolerant plants!
> Wednesday, August 27, 2003
> Ben Franklin Place
> 101 Centrepointe Drive
> Room 1A
> 7-9 p.m.
>
> Landscaping Alternatives - escaping the lawn!
> This discussion about alternative landscapes will give you some different
> ideas for your garden. Try some drought tolerant plants!
> Thursday, September 11, 2003
> Churchill Seniors Recreation Centre
> 345 Richmond Road
> Town Hall
> 7-9 p.m.
>
> Pesticide-free lawn care and natural insect control
> Learn about organic lawn care practices as well as how to deal with insect
> pests in the lawn and garden: ants, chinch bugs, earwigs etc.
> Wednesday, September 3, 2003
> Walter Baker Sports Centre
> 100 Malvern Drive
> Room 202
> 7-9 p.m.
>
> Organic pest management for ornamental plants (shrubs, perennials and
> annuals).
> Take care of your ornamental plants without using pesticides. Learn how
> to care for them and manage pest problems.
> Wednesday, September 10, 2003
> Metcalfe Client Service Centre
> Council Chambers
> 8243 Victoria Street
> 7-9 p.m.
>
> Composting
> Compost is a great organic matter to add to your garden. This seminar will
> help make your home composting easy!
> Monday, September 15, 2003
> City Hall, Honeywell Room
> 110 Laurier Avenue West
> 7:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
>
> Fall lawn and garden care - getting ready for winter
> Learn about garden maintenance for the fall: prepare for the winter and
> thereby reduce disease, insect and winter damage.
> Wednesday, September 17, 2003
> Ben Franklin Place
> 101 Centrepointe Drive
> Room 1A
> 7-9 p.m.
>
> Séminaires en français :
> Entretien des pelouses sans pesticides et idées nouvelles d'aménagement
> paysager
> Entretenez votre jardin sans utiliser de pesticides et discutez d'idées
> nouvelles qui pourraient changer l'allure de votre cour.
> Le mardi 19 août 2003
> Centre récréatif Jim Durrell, 1265, chemin Walkley
> Salle Ellwood
> De 19 h à 21 h
>
> Entretien de la pelouse et du jardin en automne - se préparer pour l'hiver
> Apprenez comment entretenir votre jardin en automne : préparez-le pour
> l'hiver et réduisez ainsi les risques de maladies, d'apparition d'insectes
> et de dommages hivernaux.
> Le lundi 8 septembre 2003
> Centre du service à la clientèle d'Orléans
> 255, boulevard Centrum, salle 306
> De 19 h à 21 h
>
> _________________________
> Bridgette Brown
> City of Ottawa
> Community Coordinator
> Pesticide Reduction Strategy
> (613) 580-2424 ext. 28510
> 2 Constellation Crescent, 4th Floor
> Nepean, ON
> K2G 5J9
>
>

Posted Tuesday, August 5, 2003 by admin
MUSIC: PUDDY--heavy grooves at Zaphod Beeblebrox
ZAPHOD BEEBLEBROX, THE OTTAWA SUN & HERITAGE BREWERIES
PRESENT...

From Timmins
Sony Music Canada Recording Artists
PUDDY

+ UNDERDRIVE

+ Twelve34

Sunday, August 31 (Doors 8pm)

ZAPHOD BEEBLEBROX, 27 York Street, Ottawa, Canada.
Age 19+/ General Admission
Tickets: $6 only at the door

Described as "rhythm-heavy riff mongers with a penchant for '70's flare in 90's kids" , PUDDY continue to build their reputation as a live act that must be seen to be believed.

After receiving ChartAttack.com's third highest rating of all NXNE 2002 performers, PUDDY spent time recording with producer Tawgs Salter (Kazzer) and engineer Lenny DeRose (Philosopher Kings, Motley Crue). The album combines a no-nonsense approach with infectious, high-gain, bottom-heavy guitar grooves. PUDDY have managed to create a sound that is as unique as it is powerful.

PUDDY have played numerous high-profile shows including Edgefest, Urban Avalanche, NXNE 2001, 2002 & 2003, CMW 2001 and ROCKSTAR 2K CBGB's Showcase. As well, they have supported acts such as Nickelback, Danko Jones, J.Mascis, Grimskunk and Theory of a Deadman.

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PUDDY's web site - http://www.puddy.org

Information:
PUDDYY - puddy@sympatico.ca
ZAPHOD BEEBLEBROX - Eugene Haslam (613) 237-5301 zaphods_ottawa@hotmail.com http://www.zaphodbeeblebrox.com

Posted Tuesday, August 5, 2003 by admin
KIDS: Country Fun Nature Camp - Aug 11-15 & 18-22 for kids 5-13
COUNTRY FUN NATURE (day) CAMP for kids 5 to 13 - last two weeks of
summer fun starting Aug. 11 and Aug 18, in the sun, pool, organic
gardens and natural beauty of Tucker House Retreat Centre in Rockland
ON. Only a few spaces left. Bus pick up in Nepean, Ottawa and Orleans.
Christian and ecological context.

Info: 225-4878 or http://www.tuckerhouse.ca.

Posted Tuesday, August 5, 2003 by admin
EVENTS: Sun.Aug.10 - Ottawa Storytellers Anniversary Celebration
Traditional Storytelling by five Ottawa Tellers:
Ottawa Storytellers Celebrate their 20th Anniversary
in a Concert at Riverglen Farm
SUNDAY, AUGUST 10, 2003 - 2 - 5 pm

Vignettes from the early days of the Ottawa Storytellers, and some great
stories from Tellers who have helped to shape the organization.

A marriage of traditions:
-an old barn
-the oral tradition.
-a Sunday afternoon outing on a farm....
Riverglen Farm, on the Ottawa River, is an NCC property - a 114-year old
historic farm, a working biodynamic, organic farm.

Tour of the farm and animals 2pm to 3pm
Stories 3pm - 5pm
Entrance fee: $10 for adults $5 for children $25 for a family

Come and find out how to plant and harvest.
See rare breeds of cattle, sheep and chickens. (Scottish Highlander bull,
Shetland Sheep, Chanticleer chickens)
Light refreshments can be purchased on the site.

directions: The farm is along the Ottawa River just west of Crystal Bay on
NCC property.
- west on the Queensway to Moodie Drive,
- north on Moodie to Carling Avenue,
- west on Carling 1.7 km to Davidson's Side Road.
- 1 km north on Davidson's Side Road.
* * Bring a lawn chair * *

Riverglen Biodynamic Farm
230 Davidson's Side Road
Tel: (613) 596-0551 For more information call (613)
722 2606

Posted Tuesday, August 5, 2003 by admin
ARTS: Record Entries for Ottawa Animation Festival
The number of entries for this year's Ottawa International Student Animation Festival, (SAFO '03) - being held October 16 to 19, 2003 at the National Archives of Canada - has exploded since the Ottawa Animation Festival's last call for student entries in 2001.

"We have a record 1200 entries representing 50 countries, compared to 800 entries when SAFO was last held two years ago," says festival founder and artistic director Chris Robinson. "It's very exciting to see the student festival grow to attract 1200 new animators from around the world."

First held in 1997 and running in alternate years to the Ottawa International Animation Festival, SAFO was created to provide a venue for university, college, and emerging animators to showcase their work. "Students and first-time filmmakers have the opportunity to screen their work in a more supportive environment than in open competition festivals," says Robinson, "where they are overshadowed by bigger budget entries."

Narrowing the entries down to 70 student and first-time films to compete in six award categories challenged Robinson and SAFO selection committee members. "There were so many fantastic entries," says Robinson, "that we've selected another 72 films to be shown out of competition in our Panorama screenings." (See attached Official Competition and Panorama lists.)

Selected entrants will compete for prizes in seven award categories, including

National Film Board of Canada Award for Best Graduate Film,
First prize: Post-Secondary/Undergraduate Film,
First prize: High School/Secondary Student Film,
First prize: First Film,
First prize: Children's Film,
Grand Prize for Best Film, and
Grand Prize for Best School Showreel.

SAFO 01 sold out, and passes for the 2003 event are selling quickly. Festival passes may be purchased for $110 by visiting the Ottawa International Animation Festival Website at www.awn.com/ottawa/safo03 or by calling (613) 232-8769.

Posted Monday, August 4, 2003 by admin
ARTS: Highlights abound last week at the Festival!
With one week left to go of the 10th Ottawa International Chamber Music Festival there are still more than 50 astounding concerts available to music lovers. During a regular season any one of these concerts would be considered a major highlight but with this many to choose from the only difficulty becomes which concert out of five at 8:00 p.m. to attend!

Here are just a few gems to watch out for:

On Saturday, August 2, 8:00 p.m. at St. Matthew’s Anglican Church (130 Glebe Ave at Bank), acclaimed early music violinist Monica Huggett will team up in a concert with the London Handel Players. Denis Armstrong of the Ottawa Sun described their concert on Wednesday, July 30th as, “…it may not have been on the same humongous scale as The Rolling Stones’ gig. But in the case of the London Handel Players, it was a case of less being much more.”

Travel to far off lands in A Tour of the World showcasing the world’s chamber music. Concerts will feature the music of England, France, Japan, Norway, Argentina, Sweden and the United States. Celebrated Canadian pianist, Marc-André Hamelin, will perform the music of Mozart, Schumann, Albéniz and a piece written by Hamelin himself in a concert on Sunday, August 3, 8:00 p.m. at Tabaret Hall (550 Cumberland St. at Wilbrod).

Making her first Festival appearance this summer is one of the world’s most renowned early music sopranos Emma Kirkby. She will join forces with Festival favourite countertenor Daniel Taylor on August 6, 8:00 p.m in a Pass-plus concert. Taylor will also perform in a Bach Cantatas concert on August 9, 8:00 p.m. with soprano Joanne Lunn, tenor Benjamin Butterfield, baritone Paul Whelan and the Theatre of Early Music. An ensemble founded by Taylor in 2001 with some of the finest musicians from all over the world who share a particular passion for early music. Both concerts will take place at Christ Church Cathedral (420 Sparks at Bronson).

Internationally renowned and admired, the Juilliard String Quartet returns to the Festival this summer on August 8, 8:00 p.m. at St. Matthew’s Anglican Church. For over 50 years Juilliard has been recognized as a leader in its field. The repertoire will include the works of Haydn, Bartók and Beethoven.

This is just a glimpse of things yet to come.

For more information please check out our web site at www.chamberfest.com

Posted Monday, August 4, 2003 by admin
ARTS: Friday August 8 @ NOON: Artist's talk with Frank Shebageget @ the Ottawa Art Gallery
THE OTTAWA ART GALLERY
3: ELIZA GRIFFITHS, FRANK SHEBAGEGET, ALEXANDRE CASTONGUAY
20 June - 31 August 2003
Curator: Renee Baert

TALK WITH FRANK SHEBAGEGET
Friday August 8 @ NOON

The Ottawa Art Gallery is pleased to present an artist talk with Frank Shebageget. Among the icons of Canada's aviation history is the Beaver float-plane, first produced by DeHavilland in 1947 and still in use today. In an installation of some 1600 suspended models of the aircraft (equivalent to the company's production), Frank Shebageget explores this transport's vital importance within Native history and to the economies and social configurations of remote communities.

The Ottawa Art Gallery
Arts Court
2 Daly Avenue, Ottawa, ON K1N 6E2
(613) 233-8699 fax 569-7660
info@ottawaartgallery.ca
http://www.ottawaartgallery.ca/exhibits/2003/3/frank_shebageget-en.php

Posted Monday, August 4, 2003 by admin
POLITICS: Meeting at Ottawa City Hall next week
The following standing committee meeting is scheduled during the
week of August 4, 2003, at Ottawa City Hall, 110 Laurier Avenue West. An
agenda item that may be of special interest to citizens and the media has
been highlighted.

Joint Meeting of the Corporate Services and Economic Development Committee
and
Audit Committee - Thursday, August 7, 9:30 a.m., Champlain Room
* Report of Mr. Denis Desautels on the City's Audit Function

The agenda for committee meeting and related reports will be posted on the
City's Web site at ottawa.ca and will be available at the meeting.

Posted Monday, August 4, 2003 by admin
ARTS: A.C.T. AUDITIONS, COURSES, etc.
For a complete list of audition notices, please visit the A.C.T. website at www.ACTottawa.com

For those of you that are anxious to see what's coming up - the A.C.T. website has
finally been updated! Go to www.ACTottawa.com to see the latest audition notices,
course, instructor and special events info.

This very important A.C.T. message includes:

1. NEW WEEKEND WORKSHOP - For the 2nd time, A.C.T. is offering "Getting Started in Film & Television"
2. FALL SESSION - Register today for A.C.T.'s fall programs - Check out www.ACTottawa.com for new courses & instructors
3. AUDITIONS - Film entitled "Polar Bear"
4. AUDITIONS - Youth Talent Contest
5. AUDITIONS - Live Public Show for Documentary "Zoomshow"
6. PRIVATE AUDITION COACHING - Have an audition coming up? A.C.T. can help
7. AUDITIONS - Shaw Festival, General
8. AUDITIONS - Mary's Wedding Touring, Montreal
9. AUDITIONS - An Acadian Odyssey

Posted Friday, August 1, 2003 by admin
SPORTS: OTTAWA SENATORS ANNOUNCE DETAILS TO HONOUR ROGER NEILSON
The Ottawa Senators announced today the club will dedicate the 2003-04 season to honour beloved hockey coach, friend and mentor Roger Neilson, and will wear a commemorative patch on their home and away jerseys. Roger passed away Saturday, June 21 after a long-term battle with two forms of cancer.

"We have been warmed by the outpouring of support and love for Roger and it's important for us, as an organization and community, to recognize his contribution to our lives," said Roy Mlakar, Ottawa Senators and Corel Centre president and chief executive officer. "It is fitting that we dedicate to Roger our 2003-04 season, a game that he has helped shape for over 35 years and assist in making our team one of the NHL's elite."

The Senators will also present a video of Roger's career before the game on opening night - Thursday, Oct. 9 against the Montreal Canadiens.

In the coming months, the club and the Senators Foundation will announce additional events and activities in benefit of "Roger's House".

As well, donations for "Roger's House" can be made to the Ottawa Senators Foundation - "Roger's House" Trust (1000 Palladium Drive, Ottawa, Ontario, K2V 1A5).

Posted Friday, August 1, 2003 by admin
SPORTS: SENS LOOK TO CONTINUE BUILDING "ROGER'S HOUSE"
The Ottawa Senators and Senators Foundation announced today that donations received for "Roger's House", in memory of Roger Neilson's passing this past June 21 to two forms of cancer, is currently at $20,000. As well, Senators' forward Mike Fisher has been named honorary chair of "Roger's House" for 2003-04, and he will assist in launching the first 'Ottawa Citizen Walk, Roll and Run for Roger' fundraising event for "Roger's House" on Saturday, Sept.13.

The Senators Foundation established a trust on June 24 and began accepting donations for "Roger's House" - which will look to provide pediatric palliative care, with the objective of enhancing the comfort and quality of life for children and their families.

"Roger was deeply honoured with the concept of Roger's House and the direct impact it will have for families in our community, but he also understood we would turn to his friends, neighbours, colleagues and corporate community to keep this dream alive," said Roy Mlakar, Ottawa Senators and Corel Centre president and chief executive officer.

"So, Mike Fisher, an incredible young man who has been touched by Roger, has been chosen to carry the torch as the honourary chair for Roger's House," added Mr. Mlakar.

"I'm looking forward to doing everything I can for Roger and for what we all know he stood for," said the 23-year native of Peterborough, Ont. and four-year Senators' veteran. "As the we start our training camp with fitness testing and medicals (on Saturday, Sept. 13), it certainly seems appropriate to continue building Roger's House brick by brick with the launch of the first 'Ottawa Citizen Walk, Roll and Run for Roger'."

The 'Ottawa Citizen Walk, Roll and Run for Roger will feature a 2KM family walk, run and roll, and a 5/10 KM run. Pledge forms with further details are available on the Internet at the Senators' web site (www.ottawasenators.com). All participants will receive an 'Ottawa Citizen Walk, Roll and Run for Roger' t-shirt and opportunity to receive great prizes for pledges raised.

In the coming months, the club and the Senators Foundation will announce additional events and activities in benefit of "Roger's House". As well, donations for "Roger's House" can be made to the Ottawa Senators Foundation - "Roger's House" Trust (1000 Palladium Drive, Ottawa, Ontario, K2V 1A5).

Posted Friday, August 1, 2003 by admin
ARTS: Dance culture of India at Hampton Park
On Thursday, August 7, Anjali - a performer whose colourful
costumes, gestures, movements and musical rhythm are open windows onto a new
world - brings her Classical East Indian dance to Hampton Park (corner of
Sebring and Parkview - off Kirkwood).

The free performance will take place between 12:30 p.m. and 1 p.m. From 11
a.m. until performance time, the City's Arts Animation Team will be on hand
to offer multidisciplinary arts activities to all those wishing to learn
more about the arts.

A BBQ lunch is planned from noon until 1 p.m., along with face painting,
games and other special activities. The park's wading pool, one of 59 in the
city, will also be open.

The event is organized by the City's Community Arts Program and Parks
Seasonal Program, both of which share the goal of showcasing some of
Ottawa's most talented performing and visual artists. As a part of the
lunchtime performing arts series, similar events have already occurred in
city parks throughout the month of July, and will continue to take place in
August.

This event is part of the great summer fun in parks across Ottawa. Did you
know that there are over 800 City of Ottawa Parks? Parks for playing, for
picnics, and for sports - parks by the water, in the woods, and on your
street. Visit ottawa.ca/parks for further information.

Residents can call the Parks info line at (613) 580-2590 for more
information.

Posted Friday, August 1, 2003 by admin
INFO: Closed for the Civic Holiday
The City of Ottawa would like to remind its residents of the
following schedule changes on the Civic Holiday, Monday, August 4, 2003.

* Ottawa City Hall Client Service Centre and all six satellite
Client Service Centres will be closed on the Civic Holiday. Business will
resume as usual on Tuesday, August 5.

* The City's Provincial Offences Court, located at 1595
Telesat Court, will also be closed.

* There will be no collection of garbage, recycling, and leaf
and yard waste. Collection will be delayed by one day for the remainder of
the week from Tuesday, August 5, until Saturday, August 9.

* The O-Train and the City's OC Transpo buses will operate on
a Sunday schedule, with extra service added to routes 8 and 95 for citizens
working in Gatineau. Call 560-1000 plus your four-digit stop number for
automated schedule information, phone 741-4390, or visit octranspo.com

Although municipal offices are closed for the holiday, the City's client
service representatives are always available to help citizens with general
information on City services, 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Call
580-2400 (TTY 580-2401) or visit the City's Web site at ottawa.ca.

Posted Friday, August 1, 2003 by admin
WORLD: Workshop on solidarity with South African grassroots groups
Date: Friday August 8th
Time: 7PM
Location: Jack Purcell Community Centre, 320 Elgin Street

Anti-capitalist Community Action (ACA) is hosting a speaker from the South
Africa Solidarity Network who will provide information about the current
grassroots struggle in South Africa and ways that anti-authoritarian,
social justice groups in the global north can act in solidarity with
activists in South Africa.

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Background
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The South Africa Solidarity Network supports anti-authoritarian groups in
South Africa who are challenging the neoliberal agenda of the ANC.
Privatization of basic services, evictions and an increase in state and
police repression have led to new groups being formed, and new strategies
being used, to fight back; The Network aims to facilitate the flow of
knowledge, support (and money) between anti-authoritarian, non-hierarchical
groups in North America with parallel groups in South Africa. We're in the
beginning stages of building the Network, most of the work so far has been
giving video showings and talks outlining the current situation in South
Africa and the groups involved in grassroots struggles there.

Posted Friday, August 1, 2003 by admin
WORLD: 26 Aug UNDER OCCUPATION: Palestine, Iraq and Canada
"UNDER OCCUPATION: Palestine, Iraq and Canada"

Tuesday, 26 August, 7:00 to 10:00 pm
Ottawa Public Library (Laurier and Metcalfe)

This interactive discussion will feature presentations from speakers
recently returned from working with peace teams in Baghdad, Grassy Narrows
and the West Bank and raw video
footage from the three occupied regions. Followed by a discussion moderated
by Bill Skidmore.

Panelists:

Zehira Houfani (TBC). Houfani, a Montreal writer and member of the Iraq
Solidarity Project, has just arrived back from Iraq and will report on life
under the occupation for Iraqis. Houfani was in Iraq with the Iraq Peace
Team during the invasion.

Leila Moanmar. A Palestinian born in the Canadian state, Moanmar recently
participated in an International Solidarity Movement - Montreal delegation
to Grassy Narrows, Ontario, an indigenous community resisting logging and
continued destruction of their lands.

Colin Stuart, "Matrix of control." Stuart will relate his recent experiences
in the West Bank with the Christian Peacemaker Teams to his own background
as a member of a settler family in Canada.

Admission is free. Refreshments will be served.

For more information:

Nonviolent Peaceforce Canada
613-564-0999
info@npcanada.org
www.npcanada.org.

Posted Friday, August 1, 2003 by admin
ARTS: Art in Strathcona Park
Art in Strathcona Park

SAT. AUG. 9th

10am – 5pm
RAINDATE SUNDAY 1Oth

ENJOY the work of many of the area’s most talented artists and artisans as you stroll under the willows, with black swans drifting by. This 3rd annual exhibition & sale is fast becoming one of the area’s most popular outdoor events. Over 70 exhibitors are drawn from many fine professional associations.

We also showcase the talents of people with schizophrenia. There will be a silent auction, performers, refreshments, food etc. Strahcona park is on Range Rd between Laurier and Somerset Streets.

FREE ADMISSION
Call (613) 761-9218 or visit www.ncf.ca/schizophrenia
Sponsored by the Ottawa Chapter, Schizophrenia Society of Ontario

Supported by Mad About the Arts

Supported by Mad About the ArtsSponsored by the Ottawa Chapter, Schizophrenia Society of Ontario

Posted Friday, August 1, 2003 by admin
ARTS: ZAPHOD BEEBLEBROX -- August Concert Listings
ZAPHOD BEEBLEBROX
27 York Street, Ottawa, Canada.
CONCERT & EVENTS LISTINGS

WIN TICKETS TO ZAPHOD'S SHOWS FROM OTTAWASTART.COM: http://www.ottawastart.com

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ZAPHOD BEEBLEBROX , 27 York Street, Ottawa, Canada. K1N 5S7
OPEN FROM 4PM MONDAY to SATURDAY.
FINE BEERS, COCKTAILS & FOOD.
Bands onstage at 9pm, unless otherwise indicated.
Licenced bar. Age 19+ unless otherwise indicated. Valid photo i.d. required.
(613)562-1010 http://www.zaphodbeeblebrox.com
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The Legendary ELECTRIC BALLROOM
Every Day from 9pm, or after the bands.
No cover charge Monday to Thursday
Fri. & Sat. $3 from 11pm to close.

Mondays - CLUB ZAPHOD - Indie.rock/College.rock/Alt.rock/Modern.rock/Requests - DJ SHANE
Tuesdays - INDUSTRIAL STRENGTH - Industrial and Dark Techno - DJ LESLIE
Wednesdays - RADIO ZAPHOD - Explosive Indie/Brit-Pop/Electronica/Mod/Rock & Soul/Requests - DJ GAZ
Thursdays - THE ELECTRIC BALLROOM - Everybody's favourite Alternative/ Brit-Pop/ Big Beat/ Electrionica/ Rock/ Soul/ Requests
- DJ BRAHMA BREAKER
Fridays - THE ELECTRIC BALLROOM - Everybody's favourite Alternative/ Brit-Pop/ Big Beat/ Electrionica/ Rock/ Soul/ Requests
- DJ GAZ
Saturdays - THE ELECTRIC BALLROOM - Everybody's favourite Alternative/ Brit-Pop/ Big Beat/ Electrionica/ Rock/ Soul/ Requests -
DJ BRAHMA BREAKER
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LIVE BANDS - DOORS 8PM - OPENING BAND AT 9PM - HEADLINE AT 10PM - OR AS STATED

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Fri. Aug. 1 -Zaphod Beeblebrox & Heritage Brewery present ($6)
FERRISWHEELER (http://www.ferriswheeler.com)
+ THE VAGUE
+ The Electric Ballroom with DJ GAZ
Sat. Aug. 2 -Zaphod Beeblebrox & Labatt 50 present ($6)
From Portland, Oregon.
THE PRIDS (http://www.theprids.com)
+ WAX MANNEQUIN (http://www.waxmannequin.com)
+ The Electric Ballroom with DJ BRAHMA BREAKER
Sun. Aug. 3 -Zaphod Beeblebrox & Heritage Breweries present ($6)
EUGENE'S BIRTHDAY PARTY!
From Hamilton/ CD Release
MAYOR McCA (http://www.mayormcca.com)
+ CITIZENBANDRADIO
+ DJ GAZ
Mon. Aug. 4 -Zaphod Beeblebrox, XFM & Sleeman present "Showcase Mondays" (Free)
SAW DOGS
+ guests
+ Club Zaphod with DJ SHANE
Tue. Aug. 5 -INDUSTRIAL STRENGTH with DJ Leslie (Free)
Wed. Aug. 6 -Zaphod Beeblebrox, The Ottawa Sun & Heritage Breweries present ($8)
From Toronto/ Beast Master Recording Artists
SCRATCHING POST (http://www.scratchingpost.com)
+ Q-PUBLIK (http://www.q-publik.com)
+ Radio Zaphod with DJ GAZ
Thu. Aug. 7 -Zaphod Beeblebrox, Steam Whistle & Jagermeister present ($6)
From Toronto
CLARKNOVA (http://www.clarknovaonline.com)
+ CHANNEL ONE (http://www.channeloneband.com)
+ The Electric Ballroom with DJ BRAHMA BREAKER
Fri. Aug. 8 -Zaphod Beeblebrox, The Ottawa Sun & Heritage Breweries present ($8)
From Montreal/ Stomp Recording Artists
THE KINGPINS (http://www.thekingpins.com)
+ TRIP THE OFF (http://www.triptheoff.com)
+ PHAT BASTARD (http://www.phatbastard.org)
+ Radio Zaphod with DJ GAZ
Sat. Aug. 9 -Zaphod Beeblebrox & Labatt 50 present ($5)
NO OTHER WAY (http://www.nootherway.com)
+ HARTSFIELD
+ QUICK FICKS
+ The Electric Ballroom with DJ BRAHMA BREAKER
Sun. Aug. 10 -Zaphod Beeblebrox & Heritage Breweries present (FREE)
CD Pre-Release Listening Party & Live performace footage/ TVT Recording Artists
DASHBOARD CONFESSIONAL (http://www.dashboardconfessional.com)
Win limited edition vinyl and other swag
Mon. Aug. 11 -Zaphod Beeblebrox, XFM & Sleeman present "Showcase Mondays" (Free)
From Hamilton/ Indiestructable Recording Artists
THE CHROME YELLOW CO. (http://www.thechromeyellow.com)
+ PROBLEMATIC
+ Club Zaphod with DJ SHANE
Tue. Aug. 12 -INDUSTRIAL STRENGTH with DJ Leslie (Free)
Wed. Aug. 13 -Zaphod Beeblebrox, The Ottawa Sun & Heritage Breweries present ($6)
KRISTIN McCAIG (http://www.kristinmccaig.com)
+ TANYA JANCA (http://members.rogers.com/tanya_janca/shows.html)
+ Radio Zaphod with DJ GAZ
Thu. Aug. 14 -Zaphod Beeblebrox, Solo, Steam Whistle & Jagermeister present...The Solo Music Series ($10)
From Toronto
THE SALADS (http://www.thesalads.com)
From London/ Teenage USA Recording Artists
+ THE WEEKEND (http://www.rocktheweekend.com)
+ The Electric Ballroom with DJ BRAHMA BREAKER
Fri. Aug. 15 -Zaphod Beeblebrox, The Ottawa Sun & Heritage Breweries present ($8)
From Toronto/ Mint Recording Artists
ATOMIC 7 (http://shadowy.brainiac.com/a7-main.htm)
+ guests
+ Radio Zaphod with DJ GAZ
Sat. Aug.16 -Zaphod Beeblebrox & Labatt 50 present ($6)
FRICTION
+ SIMPLE
+ The Electric Ballroom with DJ BRAHMA BREAKER
Sun. Aug. 17 -Zaphod Beeblebrox & Heritage Breweries present ($8)
From Australia/ Wind River Recording Artist
"The Slide Guitar King Of The World"
JEFF LANG (http://www.jefflang.com.au)
+ CRAIG CARDIFF (http://www.craigcardiff.com)
Mon. Aug. 18 -Zaphod Beeblebrox, XFM & Sleeman present "Showcase Mondays" (Free)
JULIE LAROCQUE (http://www.julielarocque.com)
+ VERONICA CHARNLEY (http://www.tunevault.com/artist/show.asp?ID=322)
+ Club Zaphod with DJ SHANE
Tue. Aug. 19 -INDUSTRIAL STRENGTH with DJ Leslie (Free)
Wed. Aug. 20 -Zaphod Beeblebrox, The Ottawa Sun, Jagermeister & Heritage Breweries present ($6)
From New York/ The King of Sex Rock/ Indiestructable Recording Artists
LORD BISHOP'S ROCKADELIC KINGS (http://www.lordbishop.com)
+ SUSAN SAID (http://www.susansaid.com)
+ Radio Zaphod with DJ GAZ
Thu. Aug. 21 -Zaphod Beeblebrox, Steam Whistle & Jagermeister present ($10)
From Halifax
MADHAT (http://www.madhat.net)
+ FAN BELT SEVEN (http://www.fanbeltseven.com)
+ The Electric Ballroom with DJ BRAHMA BREAKER
Fri. Aug. 22 -Zaphod Beeblebrox & Heritage Brewery present ($7)
LOVENBODYPARTS (http://www.lovenbodyparts.com)
+ DJ JORAH KAI
+ The Electric Ballroom with DJ GAZ
Sat. Aug. 23 -Zaphod Beeblebrox & Labatt 50 present ($6)
54 STANCE (http://www.54stance.com)
+ Q-PUBLIK (http://www.q-publik.com)
+ The Electric Ballroom with DJ BRAHMA BREAKER
Sun. Aug. 24 -Zaphod Beeblebrox & Heritage Breweries present ($8)
From Toronto/ On The Bear's Top 20 Countdown
SEE SPOT RUN (http://www.seespotrun.com)
+ TIER 3 (http://www.tier3.ca)
Mon. Aug. 25 -Zaphod Beeblebrox, XFM & Sleeman present "Showcase Mondays" (Free)
From Toronto/ DKD Recording Artists/ CD Release
MICRO MAUREEN (ex-GLUELEG) (http://www.micromaureen.com)
+ POSTERSLOGAN
+ Club Zaphod with DJ SHANE
Tue. Aug. 26 -INDUSTRIAL STRENGTH with DJ Leslie (Free)
Wed. Aug. 27 -Zaphod Beeblebrox, The Ottawa Sun, Jagermeister & Heritage Breweries present ($6)
RING ZERO (http://www.ringzeromusic.com)
+ FAREWELL TO FREEWAY (http://www.farewelltofreeway.com)
+ Radio Zaphod with DJ GAZ
Thu. Aug. 28 -Zaphod Beeblebrox, Steam Whistle & Jagermeister present ($6)
From Toronto
THE POSTAGE STAMPS (http://www.thepostagestamps.com)
+ guests
+ The Electric Ballroom with DJ BRAHMA BREAKER
Sat. Aug. 30 -Zaphod Beeblebrox & Heritage Brewery present ($6)
FREUDHAMMER (http://www.freudhammer.com)
+ CHUBBIE (http://www.chubbiemusic.com)
+ The Electric Ballroom with DJ GAZ
Sun. Aug. 31 -Zaphod Beeblebrox & Heritage Breweries present ($6)
From Timmins
PUDDY (http://www.puddy.org)
+ UNDERDRIVE
+ Twelve34
Mon. Sep. 1 -Zaphod Beeblebrox, XFM & Sleeman present "Showcase Mondays" (Free)
From Toronto
ROUND 2 (http://www.round2music.com)
+ guests
+ Club Zaphod with DJ SHANE
Tue. Sep. 2 -INDUSTRIAL STRENGTH with DJ Leslie (Free)
Wed. Sep. 3 -Zaphod Beeblebrox, The Ottawa Sun, Jagermeister & Heritage Breweries present ($8)
From Nashville/ Super Duper Recording Artists
BONEPONY (http://www.bonepony.com)
+ guests
+ Radio Zaphod with DJ GAZ
Sun. Sep. 7 -STEVE BECKTA & MAUREEN CUNNINGHAM'S AFTER-WEDDING PARTY
From Virginia, USA. ($10)
GROOVELILY (http://www.groovelily.com)
Fri. Oct. 3 -Zaphod Beeblebrox & Heritage Brewery present ($12)
From THE RHEOSTATICS/ Six Shooter Recording Artist
MARTIN TIELLI (http://www.sixshooterrecords.com/martintielli.htm)
From Winnipeg, Manitoba/ Six Shooter Recording Artist
+ CHRISTINE FELLOWS (http://www.christinefellows.com)
+ The Electric Ballroom with DJ GAZ
Sat. Oct 4 -Zaphod Beeblebrox presents ($20 advance from Zaphod's & Ticketmaster)
"One of rocks last true visionary bands." - USA TODAY
From Hoboken, New Jersey/ Matador-Beggars Group Recording Artists
YO LA TENGO (http://www.yolatengo.com)
+ THE AISLERS SET (http://www.aislersset.com)
+ The Electric Ballroom with DJ BRAHMA BREAKER
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CHECK OUT OUR WEB SITE: http://www.zaphodbeeblebrox.com
ZAPHOD BEEBLEBROX , 27 York Street, Ottawa, CANADA. K1N 5S7

Posted Friday, August 1, 2003 by admin
HEALTH: City begins second round of larviciding to prevent West Nile virus
The City will begin the scheduled second round of larviciding to
reduce the number of mosquitoes that could transmit the West Nile virus.
Larvicide will be reapplied to the City storm sewer system beginning Friday,
August 1.

The latest action is part of the City's aggressive four-part program against
the mosquito-borne illness. The City is taking measures to control the
population of the kinds of mosquitoes that can spread the virus from birds
to people. It is also reducing the number of sites where mosquitoes can
breed, monitoring the local bird and mosquito populations for signs of the
virus and educating people about prevention and protection.

"We want to limit the number of the mosquitoes which could potentially
spread the virus to people," said Councillor Alex Munter. "We urge residents
to help control the number of mosquitoes by cleaning up around their own
yards and limiting the places where mosquitoes can breed."

It will take around two weeks for workers to drop small pellets of a
larvicide called Methoprene through roadside sewer grates across the City.
The Pest Management Regulatory Agent has approved Methoprene and it has been
used safely in this country since 1977. Licensed technicians from GDG
Environnement Ltée will perform the work on behalf of the City.

The City is coordinating efforts with other public stakeholders in the area
including the National Capital Commission, Agriculture Canada, the Ministry
of Health and the Ministry of the Environment. The City has been assessing
ditches and other bodies of stagnant water; so far the larvae counts are
low. If conditions change however, the City is prepared to respond with a
naturally based larvicide called Bti.

Thousands of adult mosquitoes have been trapped in Ottawa and tested for
West Nile but so far none have been found to be carrying the virus.
Nonetheless, residents are urged to protect themselves against mosquito
bites by wearing long sleeves and using insect repellants containing DEET.
Other preventative steps include installing or repairing screens in the home
and avoiding areas frequented by mosquitoes.

For more information about the larvicide program, including which areas will
be targeted on which days, call 580-2400, or check the City's Web site at
ottawa.ca.

Posted Friday, August 1, 2003 by admin
SPORTS: Basketball World Aug 11 - 15
NBA Scouts Scott and Paul Wissel are coming to the Ottawa area August 11-15
to hold a development basketball camp for competitive boys from 12-16 years
of age at the CEGEP de l'Outaouais. This world-class instructional camp has
been organized in association with the University of Ottawa Gee Gees, CEGEP
de l'Outaouais and the Goulbourn Basketball Association. The camp is
designed to bring the highest levels of development opportunities to young
basketball players in the Ottawa area.

Scott Wissel was an Assistant at the University of Connecticut for 4 years
before moving to the NBA as an Assistant with the Detroit Pistons. He has
also worked with the Los Angeles Lakers and Milwaukee Bucks. Scott is
currently an Advance Pro Scout for the Sacramento Kings. He is a regular
featured coach at the famous Five Star camps in the United States. He is
world recognized for developing individual players and teaching shooting
technique.

Paul Wissel, Scott's younger brother, was a star college player and later
played minor league professional basketball. He travels around the world
holding shooting clinics for NBA players and prospects, WNBA players and
prospects and is also an outstanding coach of young developing players. He
is currently an Advance Pro Scout for the Toronto Raptors and has previously
been a Pro Scout for the Denver Nuggets and the Atlanta Hawks. Paul is the
Director of Camps and Clinics for Basketball World, an instructional
organization based in Connecticut. He organized the basketball scenes and
played the coach in the movie 'Finding Forrester'.

Both Paul and Scott will be instructing all day every day at this camp.
There is a limited enrolment of 64 players to ensure that each player will
get individual instruction from Scott and Paul. They will be assisted by
prominent local coaches including Dave DeAveiro of the University of Ottawa
Gee Gees, Bobby Brown, of the CEGEP de l'Outaouais and members of the Gee
Gee basketball team. This camp is a 'don't miss' for the passionate
basketball player. For registration information call 257-1839 evenings
between 5:00 and 8:00 pm or e-mail at blouin.family@sympatico.ca

Posted Friday, August 1, 2003 by admin
ARTS: 2 Weekends en août I in August - Marcio Melo
Marcio Melo
at his studio in the Gatineau Hills et journée porte ouverte à son atelier dans les collines de Gatineau

August 9/10 & 16/17 les 9/10 et 16/17 août

2003
Noon - Sunset Midi - Crépuscule

Special Events

August 10, 5 pm
Country Corn Feast Pot Luck Dinner
and
August 16 at Nightfall
Bonfire Assemblage
Événements spéciaux

le 10 août, 17 h
Le Festin de maïs de la campagne
et
Le 16 août, au crépuscule
L’Assemblage du feu de joie

Everyone is Welcome
Bring a picnic
Bring your camera
Bring your friends
Absolutely Free Tout le monde est bienvenu
Apportez un pique-nique
Apportez votre caméra
Amenez vos amis
Entrée gratuite

At the Country Corn Feast,
August 9 & 10,
the corn harvest will be in full swing. Canadians devour corn on the cob and Brazilians have their corn dishes. Drop in anytime for some corn delights, or bring your favourite corn dish to the Pot Luck Corn Feast,
Sunday, August 10 at 5 pm.
It happens once each year - Enjoy it to its fullest! Au Festin de maïs de la campagne,
les 9 et 10 août,
la récolte de maïs sera en plein élan. Les Canadiens dévorent le blé d’Inde et les Brésiliens savourent quelques uns de leurs plats coutumiers. Venez faire un tour afin de déguster ces délices. Encore mieux, partagez votre plat préféré au
festin communautaire de maïs qui aura lieu
le dimanche 10 août à 17 heures. L’évènement a lieu qu’une fois par année - soyez-y !
At the Bonfire Assemblage,
on August 16 at nightfall, we will set alight a bonfire that will be constructed over the preceding weeks - the Bonfire Assemblage. It will be just that, a collection of items installed to produce a fire to remember - not because of it’s size but for its meaning and beauty. Add your contribution. It doesn’t have to be a sacrifice to the Goddess of Light and Fire to ensure that you live a long and happy life - but it can be - use your imagination! L’Assemblage du feu de joie
Le 16 août, au crépuscule, nous allumerons un feu de joie. L’Assemblage du feu de joie aura lieu au cours des semaines précédentes. Le terme est juste car il sera érigé à partir d’une collection d’objets assemblés afin de produire un feu mémorable - non en raison de sa grandeur, mais en raison de sa beauté. Ajoutez-y votre contribution. Il n’est pas nécessaire que ce soit un sacrifice à la Déesse de la Lumière et du Feu afin de s’assurer de jouir d’une longue et joyeuse vie - mais, ça peut l’être - servez-vous de votre imagination !

Marcio Melo Studio 8 le Twelfth Line RR3 Quyon Québec

(819) 647-3416 art@marciomelo.com