“Peeking In” – Gallery Opening Event at Salon Des Bananes November 15 (6pm – 9pm) VIP Vernissage Event & Exhibition (tickets required) November 16 & 17 (11am – 5pm) Exhibition Days (reservations recommended) www.salondesbananes.com 2207 Carling Ave “Peeking In” is a special exhibit event that will allow a select group of people to come into…
This week marked another milestone in the Carling Youth Mural project. A beautiful plaque now sits proudly between the two sections of the mural, and tells the story of this wonderful youth engagement project. The project was carried out over two summers, 2021 and 2023. It brought together local young people to decorate the large…
With the festive season just around the corner, we’re excited to spread some joy and warmth through the magic of art! We’re inviting your little ones (age 12 and younger) to unleash their creativity and be a part of our holiday celebration by submitting a special drawing for our upcoming Holiday newsletter that will be…
Westboro Farmer’s Market The Westboro Farmer’s Market runs until October 28 on Saturdays from 9am to 3pm in the Byron Linear Park. Driving to the Westboro Market? Drive down Richmond Road or Byron Avenue, and stop where they intersect with Golden Avenue. Parking is available for free in the surrounding streets. For information on taking…
I am excited to announce that two new murals will be coming to Bay Ward this summer/fall. Both projects are the recipients of a Paint It Up grant, a Crime Prevention Ottawa funding program which encourages the involvement of youth in public art projects. Phase 2 of the mural at 2880 Carling Avenue will see…
Thank you to five-year-old Bay Ward resident Mia Douglas for sending us her amazing artwork of the Grinch.
I hope these wonderful creations by Bay Ward youth make you smile. Happy Holidays!
I’m sure you’ve noticed the new amazing mural along Carling Ave. On Wednesday, October13th, we got together to celebrate the Paint It Up Carling Ave Mural. Artist Kalkidan Assefa (aka @Drippin_Soul) worked youth from the Britannia Woods and Michele Heights Communities to look at what their community meant to them and how best to reflect…
I received 21 winter fun drawings that I’m so happy to share with you. I’m sure they will bring a smile to your face as they have for me. Enjoy!
I’ve already received several beautiful pictures from residents’ children and grandchildren. I’m looking forward to receiving many more to share with everyone and add a smile to your day. Please send your children’s drawings to BayWard@Ottawa.ca to be published in the December 18th Holiday edition of the Bay Ward Bulletin.