Archive | June, 2009

School Is Out For Summer!

26. June 2009

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I confess things have been pretty busy for me of late. This past Monday, I finally finished this semester’s Textiles course in the Residential Decor Program at Algonquin College, and none too soon.  Now, I am looking forward to a summer full of free evenings and self-directed learning.  Add to my extracurricular classes the daily grind [...]

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Ottawa Photo Fanatics – Find Your Way to Flickr!

23. June 2009

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Being the regular reader I am of new Ottawa blog Apartment 613, I have noted their consistent use of Flickr photos in their posts.  They have even started their own Apartment 613 Flickr group to encourage contributions.  Smart. According to Wikipedia, “Flickr is an image and video hosting website, web services suite, and online community platform. [...]

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Solstice Supper

22. June 2009

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Yesterday was the first day of summer, and it was Father’s Day.  To celebrate, this girlaboutOtown rolled up her sleeves and did some cooking for the family.  I have always been one for keeping things simple, and last night’s feast was no different.  Credit goes to Ina Garten, of Barefoot Contessa fame.  This former White [...]

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SPAO "Likeness" and Festival Karsh

17. June 2009

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This girlaboutOtown has checked one more “must do” off my Ottawa related New Year’s resolution list for 2009.  As indicated,  it has been my intention for some time to  make it to an opening night vernissage at a local gallery.   So finally, this past Friday, I went out to the Red Wall Gallery at the [...]

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Local Book Sale Intel

9. June 2009

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It is almost impossible take issue with books.  Almost, that is.  Fiction or non-fiction, contemporary or classic, provocative or just plain pulp – books feed our minds, inspire great insights and nurture our creativity.  They also pile up.  While stories are good for the soul, books do take space, and one can often end up [...]

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The New Art Festival

8. June 2009

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The New Art Festival took place this past weekend at Central Park in the Glebe.  Formerly known as “Art in the Park”, this year’s festival offered Ottawa art lovers a new and different take on one of this city’s favourite outdoor events.  Image from The New Art Festival Remaining true to its non-profit, non-commercial, community based [...]

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