‘Dance From Home’ Concert for Kids March 22nd at 3pm
Stittsville local Kevin Johnstone and his duo partner Rory are the Dad Jokes Duo, two entertainer dads who were tired of The Wiggles and wanted to hear music and comedy…
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MARS chocolate bars handed out at U-Rock’s annual awards night
It was a guaranteed night of entertainment for everyone who attended the annual U-Rock Music School’s awards night. The awards were handed out on June 22nd at The Brass Monkey. To…
Piano students win top honours
(Christian and Catharina Lamb. Photo: Betty Harris) Under the tutelage of Betty Harris, a Stittsville piano teacher, Christian Lamb and his sister Catharina Lamb have come home from the Renfrew…
U-Rock Music School thanks community and so much more
Twenty-three years ago, Stittsville residents Cathy Hallessey and Brian Brodersen had an idea – to start a local music school and formed U-Rock Music School. They are a talented musical couple…
West Ottawa Ladies Chorus join ranks with Ottawa Police Chorus for spring concert
On Saturday April 27th at 7:00 pm, the West Ottawa Ladies Chorus will take you on a musical journey with stops in Australia, the British Isles, Canada and the United States…
Stittsville’s Grace Lachance releases new EP ‘When Lightning Strikes’
Stittsville has been and is home to many incredible musicians. One who shines is Grace Lachance. Grace has recently released an EP – When Lightning Strikes – produced with New York City…
Summer jobs, mural art and music – share your talents Stittsville
It’s never too early to start looking for that summer job. From February 28 – March 1, 2019 students can apply for a summer job with the City of Ottawa.…
We sing and have fun! – Audition for the West Ottawa Ladies Chorus
“Our goal is to gift our community with music.” The West Ottawa Ladies Chorus has certainly lived up to their goal. Their performances include a collection of songs from a broad…
West Ottawa Ladies Chorus prepares for new musical season
Photo: Vivian, Maxine and Kathy enjoy a chat before rehearsal begins. (Via Barb Bottriell) It was all systems go when the West Ottawa Ladies Chorus took part in their first…
A. Lorne Cassidy performs this year’s musical in memory of Kate Cooney
(With photos from Teshia Llewellyn.) Whimsy and charm emanate from Roald Dahl’s famous book, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. This year, the magic of Willy Wonka will be brought to…
West Ottawa Ladies Chorus sings the anthem at City Hall on January 31
In its few short years in existence, the West Ottawa ladies Chorus has grown from 12 members to over 40, has secured a faithful following and is now regarded as…
PHOTOS: Music for Young Children hosts annual Rhythm Festival
(articles & photos via Music for Young Children) Last Saturday, November 25, The Bridge Church was filled with music and children’s laughter as Music for Young Children® presented their annual…
Jim Bryson announces December show at Quitters
(PHOTO: Jim Bryson at his studio in Stittsville, February 2016. Photo by Barry Gray.) Jim Bryson will bring his “Where the Bungalows Roam” 10th Anniversary mini-tour to Quitters Coffee on…
Goulbourn Jubilee Singers offer free try-out sessions in September
(Photo by Kelly Terkuc) (article via the Goulbourn Jubilee Singers) Do you like to sing? Would you like to become a better singer? Would you like to learn to read…
Dancer celebrates Indian arts with Ahorha Fest
Stittsville’s own Anjali Patil is at it again. The talented Indian Kathak dancer (pictured at top) has organized the 12th annual Ahorha Fest, a celebration of the arts of India…