It’s a new year and time to start decluttering your home. Here are 4 videos from Vanilla Staging to help you get started on your decluttering. These great videos have tips, tricks, staging and more from our very own, Tracy Martineau.
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Deals with Dani – 127 Harmattan Ave, Stittsville
This well maintained 3 storey townhome is Located in the desirable area of Fairwinds. Located on a quiet street this home offers an open concept kitchen and eating space. Huge second floor family room, great for entertaining. Third level has two large bedrooms with cheater ensuite bath. A large bonus space on the main floor perfect for office, gym or a recreation room. Enjoy summer nights on the oversized deck above the two car garage.
The Magic of Christmas
Magic of Lights: Nov. 17, 2017 – Jan. 6, 2018
Head just west of Ottawa’s downtown core to Wesley Clover Parks for Magic of Lights, a drive-through holiday light display. Nearly one million LED lights are spread over two kilometres, including a 200-foot light tunnel and large LED displays of your favourite winter characters like snowmen, elves and more. Select proceeds from each carload admission benefit the Ottawa Senator’s Foundation.
20th Annual Trees of Hope for CHEO: Nov. 27, 2017 – Jan. 8, 2018
Head to the historic Fairmont Château Laurier hotel to see several beautifully decorated Christmas trees throughout the holiday season during Trees of Hope! Opt to enjoy Afternoon Tea or a meal at the hotel followed by a stroll through the lovely trees located throughout their storied halls. This is a holiday season tradition for many.
The Museum of History’s Christmas Market: Nov. 30 – Dec. 3, 2017
This four-day Christmas market brings over 80 exhibitors to the Canadian Museum of History‘s Grand Hall. Choose from gourmet foods, artisanal spirits, handcrafted jewellery and many other unique handmade gifts. Free admission.
Alight at Night: Dec. 1, 2017 – Jan. 6, 2018 (select dates)
Just a 45-minute drive south of Ottawa’s downtown core in Morrisburg, Ont., you’ll find 1860’s Upper Canada Village adorned with nearly one million twinkling lights, holiday music, carollers and festive snacks. Stroll through the heritage village, take a horse-drawn wagon ride, or ride the life-size, family-friendly Toy Train that winds its way around the village. For a more private experience, reserve a ride in a romantic Pommier Carriage for two – a perfect occasion to propose to that special someone or to celebrate an anniversary!
Christmas Markets
Christmas in the Market: Dec. 2 – Dec. 17
The ByWard Market neighbourhood is always a festive place to be, especially during their Christmas celebrations. For the first 3 weekends in December, you’ll find Christmas choirs caroling and complimentary wagon rides around the historic area.
Ottawa Farmers’ Market – Christmas Market: Dec. 2 – 23, 2017
At this Christmas Market, you’ll find over 120 producers from the Ottawa area and beyond presenting their food, arts and craft products. The event takes place Saturdays and Sundays between Dec. 2 and 23 at the Aberdeen Pavilion at Lansdowne, except Dec. 16-17 at the EY Centre. Free admission.
Market at the Barn – Christmas Market: Dec. 1 – 2, 2017
FRIDAY December 1 4 to 7pm
SATURDAY December 2nd 4 to 9pm
Come and experience Christmas at Market at the Barn. A quaint market hosting local products and artisans.
Family Activities
Skating on Parliament Hill: Dec. 7 – 31, 2017
Something new for the bucket list: skating on the first ever skating rink in front of Parliament Hill! Canadian Heritage, the Ottawa International Hockey Festival and the Ottawa Senators have partnered to offer free skating as well as a variety of special winter events, including Canada 150 Skating Day on Dec. 10!
Christmas Entertainment
The Nutcracker at the NAC: Dec. 6 – 10, 2017
The Royal Winnipeg Ballet adds delightful twists like Mounties, hockey and reindeer to this popular show. For more family fun, show up one hour before the showtime for dress-up, arts and crafts, dancing, and more!
A Christmas Carol at the NAC: Dec. 5 – 24, 2017
This beloved holiday classic by Charles Dickens is a popular production by the National Arts Centre’s English Theatre. The one and only Andy Jones as Ebenezer Scrooge brings the story to life! Also make sure to take time to explore the NAC’s beautifully renovated spaces.
More events are listed on the Ottawa Tourism Website
Welcome October, what a beautiful fall this has been! As our neighbourhoods welcome fall, the trees show their beautiful colours and leaves begin to fall, it’s a gentle reminder that cooler temperatures are soon to come. Fall is one of my favourite seasons, the cooler temperatures giving us free reign to cozy up indoors. You can easily and simply create your own indoor oasis in a few simple steps. Throw pillows and bedroom pillow cases were invented to be changed up!
Swap out bright summer colours for your favourite cozy colours, textures, and fabrics. Changing out candles, napkins, and centrepieces can move your room from season to season. Don’t feel you have to get rid of your whites or brights if you love them, however try just mixing them up a little. Red and crimson candles are always a win. Living rooms and bedrooms can come a long way by changing up light summer throw blankets and replacing them with a heavier weight. Try a faux fur throw, a super soft fleece or the classic Canadian Hudsons Bay wool blanket. Don’t be shy to use and mix texture. This fall is all about charcoal, reds, and navy, embrace your style and choose the ones that speak to you, or you can stick to the classics. You can never go wrong in the fall with the traditional harvest oranges and reds!
If you’re looking for some activities to include the smaller aged crowd think about ways to bring the outdoors in. Collect a pile of branches, pine cones or acorns, and of course pumpkins and gourds. A little can of paint, and voila you have perfect fall decor you can mix throughout your home. A bushel of gold or black branches in an old pair of rubber boots, glittery acorns and pine cones in a beautiful family bowl. There are no rules when it comes to your home but one!
You should love it! I hope you have an amazing fall.
Enjoy Country living in a welcoming community! This 4 bedroom 3 bath home has room for any family. The second floor has 4 good size bedrooms. The main floor has room for everyone with a large bright family room at the front of the home, a huge kitchen with a ton of cupboard and counter space that leads into a massive addition with a dining area with tons of natural light and space better then a basement for a family room recreation area. The private backyard is perfect when entertaining guests and the basement is part finished with laundry and a full bathroom. Call today for more information about this really great home!!
As the children head back to school and the air takes on that fresh fall breeze it’s time to get excited about all that Ottawa has to offer! Fall is an amazing time to connect and spend time with your family after the hustle of summer. With Ottawa’s mix of big city culture and easy access to rural Ontario, Ottawa promises to be one of the BEST places to be this fall!
Topping the list of our favourite fall activities is visiting the historic ByWard Market. Fall is such a fantastic time in the market, with something for every member of the family. Wander the vendors, be a tourist in your own city, pop into a museum or visit the latest display ‘Loop’ where your family will bring music and fairytales to life. Don’t forget to grab a cup of hot cocoa and beavertail along your way.
Fall brings with it the excitement of halloween and pumpkins around the corner. It’s definitely time to plan a visit to your favourite pumpkin patch. Don’t have one? Don’t worry, there are many to choose from. It’s that time of year to time to bundle up in cozy fall sweaters plans the day out to take a hayride, sip ciders and shop delicious local produce. Of course, don’t forget to pick your favourite pumpkin or pumpkins! Don’t worry if you pick too many, you can incorporate them into a beautiful fall display, indoors or out. For the more adventurous test your scare factor at Saunders Farm with a haunted hayride or visit the Barn of terror….if you dare…. if thats, not your style check the farms websites for details events, you’ll find most places reserve the scare factor for the older crowd and during later hours because most importantly we want everyone to have a fabulous time!
For the adults in the crowd as the sun sets if a little more excitement is what you crave take in the Haunted Walk of Ottawa, a ghoulish figure guides you through a 90-minute walking tour of the most haunted sites of the city. If a scare isn’t what you need stop by during date night and see the ‘Northern Lights’ at Parliament Hill.
Most importantly have a great fall, and don’t forget your cameras!
Wanted – a good family looking for great neighbors and an amazing home! If your needs include a 4 (large)+1 bedroom home with 4 bathrooms then this centre floor plan home could be the one! Second floor has amazing laundry room makes laundry sort of enjoyable. The main floor has a family room off the large eat in kitchen plus a dining room and a front room that could be used as an office or sitting room. The basement rocks! A good size bedroom, full bath, workout area and recreation rooms. Creative storage throughout. Backyard has a playstructure room to run and entertain while bbq and entertaining guests. Parks, recreation and reputable schools. Open house Sunday 2-4pm
As we gear up for Cinema Under The Stars, we thought we would bring you some top ten tips for an outdoor movie night.
1. BYO Seat
A movie in the park is a fun experience for young and old. Bring a comfy lawn chair, beanbag or blanket to watch the movie.
2. Bike, walk or carpool
There is parking across the street in a parking lot, however, if you can walk, ride or stroll it to the park, it will make it a less frustrating finding a parking space.
3. Bring your friends
Bring your friends, family, and children. It is a fun night to share with the entire family.
4. Don’t forget the essentials
You never know what you might need. Bring some bug spray a snack, hand sanitizer and a camera to capture your memories.
5. Bring some fun
An outdoor movie start time is dependent on when the sun goes down. Bring a frisbee, some cards or something to do while you wait for the movie to start.
6. Have some change on hand
There will be a concession stand with popcorn and drinks. These will be available by donation with proceeds going to the Stittsville Food Bank. It’s a good reason to buy some popcorn and help out your local community.
7. Washrooms are very important!
If you have ever had a child that needs to go “right now”, you know how important it is to know where the closest washroom is. Stittsville Signs will be opening their washrooms for attendees of this event. Stittsville Signs is located next to the park. Please be aware that other local businesses have their washrooms for their patrons, so if you use them, please make a purchase.
8. Layer up and bring a blanket
The evening can get cold. Bring a blanket or some extra sweaters in case it gets chilly.
9. Get there early
Get there early so you can find the perfect seat to watch the movie.
10. Turn off your phone
Just like for any movie, a cell phone can be distracting. If you have your cell phone, please put them on silent, so everyone can enjoy the show.
Beautiful 3 Storey Heritage Row Home. Light Filled, High Ceilings. Large Dining area for Entertaining. Bright Kitchen with access to Back Deck. Perfect Family Room with wood burning fireplace on Mezzanine floor. 2nd Floor – Study/Bedroom and Master Bedroom with Ensuite Bathroom and wood floors, 3rd Floor – 2 more Bedrooms with 4pc Bathroom, Skylights, an excellent studio space, with access to Large Sun Deck. Underground Garage. Move in Condition. UPDATES – ROOF is 2013, DECK NEW 2016, APPLIANCES NEW 2016, and so many other wonderful upgrades!
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