Archive | May, 2009

Seasonal Style Essentials for Ottawa Living

26. May 2009

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A little while back, I was asked to ponder the question of Ottawa style…   Often maligned, O-Town is not well known for its sartorial prowess.  There seems to be no shortage of those who lament Ottawa’s lack of fashion finesse, who bemoan our limited shopping options, and who willingly concede to a culture that celebrates [...]

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Ooo…Movie Fun!

22. May 2009

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Occasionally, a little brain candy can be fun.  For those of you who can trace backward through your memory and recall the ever presence of Star Trek on TV or in the theatres  -the latest Star Trek movie from producer J.J. Abrams, founder of Bad Robot Productions and one of Fast Company Magazine’s 100 Most [...]

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The Great Glebe Garage Sale Conundrum

19. May 2009

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The Great Glebe Garage Sale is upon us again.  This coming Saturday, May 23rd, one of this girlaboutOtown’s all-time favourite springtime events will take place.  For those who thrive on the thrill of the (bargain) hunt, and who love to wander wondrously through one of Ottawa’s most established neighbourhoods, there is nothing better that this, [...]

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National Capital Race Weekend – The Benefits of Running

12. May 2009

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Ottawa’s annual National  Capital Marathon is fast approaching, and in Ottawa terms, it’s a big deal.  Race Weekend draws thousands of participants and many more spectators and volunteers.  In addition to the marathon, there are 10k, 5k and 2k run/walks, and these events truly rally the city’s community spirit.  The race also benefits good causes [...]

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A Good Day

11. May 2009

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This girlaboutOtown is a mom, and yesterday was Mother’s Day.  I know there are some who might malign this annual event as a massive marketing conspiracy or  “pooh-pooh” it as a ploy to increase greeting card sales, but I beg to differ.  When kids and families to slow down long enough to notice their Moms, [...]

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World Fair Trade Day – Shop for Good

8. May 2009

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We can’t always help ourselves.  When confronted with beautiful things, we want them, and the urge to gather them up and take them home with us sometimes just takes over.  As much as we humans are producers – of ideas, innovation and of things – we are also consumers.    So, after you’ve covered off the the [...]

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