Saturday
Urban Art Show
In the springtime, art shows
were everywhere and getting a little boring. How many
re-purposed forks can you really look at before the concept starts to
feel tired? (Three).
However, as summer got warmer and the air became heavier it seemed that what this city really needed was a good art sale again. My kingdom for a pushy artisan!
We're finally in luck with the Urban Art Show. It features mostly local artists (I think there will actually be over 60 artists) and this year they're introducing a Graphic Design/Art category.
If you're not out to buy it'll no doubt be a great place to get inspired.
However, as summer got warmer and the air became heavier it seemed that what this city really needed was a good art sale again. My kingdom for a pushy artisan!
We're finally in luck with the Urban Art Show. It features mostly local artists (I think there will actually be over 60 artists) and this year they're introducing a Graphic Design/Art category.
If you're not out to buy it'll no doubt be a great place to get inspired.
Minto Park, Elgin Street and Gilmour
Street. 9 a.m. Free admission. Contact
Sunday
Open Blues Jam
This event is the longest
running Open Blues Jam in Ottawa. The Rainbow Bistro has been
bringing eclectic music to their stage for the last 27 years. I
haven't been in but apparently their venue is amazing; a fireplace,
stone and wood accents for that chalet feel, skylights, and a second
story view of the stage.
So chase your blues away (HA HA HA HA HA) with a chill evening listening to great music.
So chase your blues away (HA HA HA HA HA) with a chill evening listening to great music.
The Rainbow Bistro, 76 Murray Street.
Free for jammers, $3.00 for listeners. Every Sunday!
613-241-5123
www.therainbow.ca
www.therainbow.ca
All Weekend
International Busker's
Festival
Or as I like to call it :
Proud Beggars Unite.
Nah, the festival is
actually renowned for the huge spectrum of talented people performing
throughout the weekend. It's probably hard for people like Sophie the
Fire Weaver, Reuben Dot Dot, and Boobily the Clown to find a
traditional venue to perform their special acts.
Of course, as with any street-worker, this shizz ain't free; don't forget your spare change to encourage the performers you like most!
Of course, as with any street-worker, this shizz ain't free; don't forget your spare change to encourage the performers you like most!
Sparks Street Mall, Sparks Street. 11
a.m. until August 6th. And though admission is free bring
change! 613-230-0984
Rideau Canal Festival
It's the 180th
anniversary of the Rideau Canal!... and also of all those deaths.
It's going to be a full
weekend of outdoor leisure, art, history, and fireworks! There's
something called Pirate Adventures. NOBODY TELL ME WHAT THAT IS... I
want to be shown.
UPDATE: The fireworks have been cancelled due to it never raining anymore. There is, however, going to be a parade of boats with pretty lights attached so stick around for that.
UPDATE: The fireworks have been cancelled due to it never raining anymore. There is, however, going to be a parade of boats with pretty lights attached so stick around for that.
Bytown Museum/Ottawa Locks, 1 Canal
Lane or Dow's Lake Pavillion, 1001 Queen Elizabeth Drive. $10.00 for
a weekend pass (some activities are free, so...). Until August 6th.
613-688-5942
http://www.rideaucanalfestival.ca
http://www.rideaucanalfestival.ca
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