Yard Work Flash Mob! November 13
You know those flash mobs - where a bunch of folks show up in a public place and do something outrageous - like singing, dancing, or guerilla theatre - to…
Miss Vicky's Offhand Remarks
Hollow, shallow words
I have watched this video a couple of times now, with Conservative members of parliament participating in the It Gets Better Campaign. And the more I watch it, the more…
Support your community association!
Tomorrow evening - Tuesday, September 27 - is the Hintonburg Community Association Annual General Meeting. It's a chance to hear about what's happening in the neighbourhood, give your community association…
KFC Update, doggy cafes and more
Miss Vicky was chided today by a member of the Faithful Legion for the light blogging of late. It is indeed time to get more political - city budget approaches,…
Cleaning up the ‘hood
The annual Fall Cleanup takes place tomorrow - Saturday, September 24. We're starting a little earlier this year. You can register any time between 8:30 to 10:30am in the Community…
Next City Cafe at Alpha Soul
Spacing Ottawa has organized a really interesting line-up of speakers for tomorrow's Next City Cafe at Alpha Soul. The topic is "Everyday Cycling" and features Colin Simpson from the city,…
Taste of WelliWest
I just took a look at the plans for this weekend's Taste of Wellington West. Whoa, has this event ever grown! I suppose it reflects changes in the mainstreet, but…
Weekend Fun
Fall in the 'hood means plenty of weekend activity. Miss Vicky will try to keep up but is experiencing hardware difficulties, and as much as she enjoys the Webgeek's Playbook,…
Urban Craft Fair – Saturday!
Miss Vicky is pretty pumped about this weekend's inaugural Urban Craft Market. It's on Saturday at the GCTC from 10 to 2. This isn't your one time deal. This will…
Thank you Jack
Dear Jack What devastating news yesterday. I am heartbroken - as are many. The last time I saw you was the CLC convention in May, shortly after the Orange Wave…
Comings and goings and foodie news
Lots of changes in the 'hood! I've been meaning to write an update for a while but it seems that a staycation with two kids under five does not make…
Last Movie night!
Tonight the last Hintonburg Movie night of the season! Head over to the Community Centure for Toy Story 2 at 7 and Ferris Bueller's Day off at 9. Second show…
Samba night at McCormick Park!
Hintonburg's great summer tradition returns to McCormic Park this Wednesday, August 10. Samba Ottawa will be offering up some fabulous percussive action, there will be snacks and lots of fun!…
Hintonburg 5K – Call for Volunteers
The Hintonburg 5K is this weekend (as well as the 1k Kids' race). You can still register if you are interested in running (or walking!) by visiting this link or…
Update from Hintonburg Hub Partners
Wondering what's up with the Hub? Here's the latest from the Hub Partners. On June 27, the Hintonburg Hub partners met to plan next steps in securing needed community space…
Family fun in the ‘hood
I love summers in the neighbourhood... so many wonderful ways to hang with your family and friends, enjoy the weather and our community. Here are a few upcoming events. Mark…
36 Stories on Parkdale? Really, Tega?
So much development news.... hard to package it all into one blog post. But here goes... On May 25, Council passed the Wellington West Community Design Plan. This plan was…
Hintonburg Hub – sign the petition
Last week's open meeting on the Hintonburg Hub was a real success. Despite the struggle to get the funding the Hub needs to secure the Bethany House land, it was…
Weekend fun…. and a wake for KFC
Lots happening this weekend - I just love summers in the 'hood. The Hintonburg Garage Sale is on Saturday - we'll be selling books and more here at the Finishing…
Comings and Goings: Doubling Down and Burnt Butter
Well, it's finally come to pass. KFC has closed its doors. Would-be customers today found locked doors and a sign referring them to the nearest franchise. Rumour was the site…