Art & Entertainment

GALETTA – It’s been one of the best years for outdoor skating in recent memory and the Galetta Community Association (GCA) wants to keep it going with a Family Skate Party on Family Day Sunday (Feb. 16).

CONSTANCE BAY – Last year rubber boots were better suited for Mike and Peter’s 17th Annual Fishing Derby, but this year it is expected winter boots will be back in vogue.

FITZROY HARBOUR – Dinner, breakfast, hockey, softball, trivia and fun highlight the Fitzroy Harbour Winter Carnival Thursday, Feb. 6 to Saturday, Feb. 8.

DUNROBIN – Men’s Sheds are popping up all over the Ottawa Valley, with groups in Almonte, Arnprior and Carleton Place.

BUCHAM’S BAY – Will any young buddy be able to knock off the two-time champion Kerr kids at this year’s Constance Bay Kids Fishing Derby?

My first column in 2024 was a review of 2023, and my second column in 2024 (and now it’s leaked in to the New Year) will be another year in review.

OTTAWA – Ottawa is turning in to Hollywood north-east generating $52 million in economic benefit for the city in 2024, and you can get in the fun.

HUNTLEY – Long-time West Carleton Art Society (WCAS) member and painter Brenda Beattie will be offering in-person art classes starting in the New Year.

WEST CARLETON – This Christmas, why not pamper someone with a present that delivers on style and delights the senses.  

WEST CARLETON – Worried about receiving your gifts in time for Christmas Day? With the postal strike dragging in to its third week, shopping local is a great way to avoid delivery snags.