Free movie event
Thursday Mar.30 at 7 pm in the O’Brien Theatre, Renfrew. Free admission plus popcorn and a drink. This free screening of the Oscar-nominated film Women Talking is sponsored by The Women’s Sexual Assault Centre, Survivor Advocacy & Support Initiative, and End Violence Against Women. A panel discussion will take place after the movie. Not a fund-raising event; this is an opportunity for everyone to attend and join the conversation. Information by email: evarenfrewcounty@gmail.com or telephone 613.735.5551
2023 RCDSB Indigenous Speaker Series
Thursday Mar.30 from 7 pm to 8:30 pm Three Nolans – There’s still time to sign up for this FREE virtual presentation by hockey family Three Nolans: Ted Nolan, Brandon Nolan, and Jordan Nolan. This father-sons trio have all had robust hockey careers with many achievements at all levels including NHL. Click HERE to sign up.
Immune Support Workshop
Sunday Apr.1 from 2 pm to 4 pm at Bluebird Collective in Barry’s Bay. This follow-up workshop on oxmel making (vinegar + honey + herbs/spices) focuses on immune system support during the second coming of cold and flu season*. Working with the concept of food as medicine, participants will create the age-old Fire Cider to support sluggish digestion and move damp cold of winter out. Take home your own small batch of Fire Cider at the end. Sliding scale tickets from PWYC to $55. Information from Rachel Worth-Cappell email: rworthcappell@gmail.com
*This workshop is an introduction to herbal medicine, but is not intended to be medical advice and is not a replacement for the advice of your healthcare professional.
Classically Speaking
Saturday Apr.15 at 7 pm Pembroke Symphony Orchestra under the direction of conductor Mehdi Javanfar presents its final concert of the season at Festival Hall, Pembroke. Music includes Mozart, Schubert, and features soloist Frederic Lacroix in Beethoven’s Piano Concerto No.4. Tickets $25 adults, $15 students, children under 12 free. Call the Box Office at 613.735.2182
Opeongo Seniors REMINDER
Craft Time on Monday Mar.27 is cancelled because of the members’ coach trip to Belleville. Craft Time will resume on Apr.3.
Valley Earth Day Arts (VEDA)
Invitation: People of all ages in the Ottawa Valley who are concerned about our environment are invited to create banners, posters and other means of expressing hopes and fears about CLIMATE MATTERS. Following on last year’s successful schools’ and children’s event, the Kitchissippi-Ottawa Valley Chapter (KOV) of the national Council of Canadians invites a broader public to engage in Earth Day activities Saturday April 22, so there is time to join in.
This project offers a multitude of opportunities for exploration and reflection. Adults, youth and children can present their conclusions or feelings through the Earth Day 2023 theme. Artwork can become a voice for change in local events during Earth Day Week (April 16-21) and will be front and centre at the main parade planned for Saturday April 22.
Please let the organizers know by Friday March 31, 2023 if you are interested in participating so they can find ways to support you in this project. For more information and suggestions on how to make banners, posters and other creative expressions, please visit: https://earthdayartexhibit.wordpress.com For more information please email ValleyEarthDayArts@gmail.com or phone Ken 705.478.6060 or Diane at 613.625.2200.
