THE FT OOP OF '93

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VOL. 20 NO. 9

Testing the Water - City Crews Finally Arrive P. Hecht K. uordon This'll Be Tough to Do

THE FT OOP OF '93 By Peter Hecht

April of 1993 will be remembered, in the minds of many Ottawa South residents, as the year of the Flood. Many current residents have not lived long in the area to have experienced real flooding. For it seems that 1993, although worse than many recent years, was not the worst in living history.

The residents who live on Rideau River Drive, which runs along the Rideau River between Belmont and Fentiman at their end, have been there for 46 years. They placed the measuring/rod on the large willow on the river bank and have been watching it each year with the help of a floodlight for night-time inundations.

Water flows over the road and into the low parts of Windsor Park at 3T1" on the rod. When water reaches 4'3", it begins to creep up Belmont. The highest they can remember is 5T1". The water line is then halfway up their front stairs and reaches up to the intersection of Bristol and Belmont. They think that happened in 1978 or '79.

If flooding looks like it is going to become a problem, they put plywood over their basement windows with caulking and sit it out. But water doesn't get into their basement. This year, though all they needed was knee boots.

As can be seen from the accompanying photos, water levels were quite exciting. Windsor Park was half diy and half flooded. The

dry part was due to the dike. The low-lying homes at Bank St. have the dike to thank for their dry feet. Just shows though how careful we should be. Imagine if you had to pay for a dike to save your home.

The residents of Rideau River Lane were not as lucky. A deal between an alderman and a builder 25 years ago, and the refusal of the owners when the dike was built, now results in flooding of ground floors for some families. What would you want - the view of the river or the river in you family room?

City workers and trucks provided lots of entertainment when they did finally arrive. At Windsor, some young boys on bikes led the parade of City trucks as they almost

disappeared into a hole. There were a few wet socks. At Rideau River Lane, the scurry of City workers helped add a light touch to an otherwise not funny situation. __

We hope that lots of high level thought is going into this situation, especially in these financially tough times. Something needs to be done, but what. Perhaps the money being spent on the redundant bridge widening on Bronson could go to help rectify some of this situation. In any case, we fervently hope than what little is left of the "natural" environment of Ottawa South is not going to be further destroyed.

Special thanks to Randy Gordon who provided photos.

MAY 1993 ♦ OSCAR ♦ PAGE 2

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O'Lett, Brian Eames, Kim Barclay, Marvel. Sampson, Cybil Grace, Wendy Robbins, Charles

Halliburton, Ron Barton

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Imrie

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Landheer, The Woyiwada Family, Anna and Don Calvert, The Webber Family

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Liston Family, The von Baeyer Family, Jeff Dubrule, Marie Dubrule, Julie de Bellefeuilie, The Stidwill Family

ZONE G: Coordinator, Ryan Evans, The Tubman Family, The Dalziel Family, John & Lee Zamparo, The Rayner Family, The Chandler Family

Bank Street-Ottawa South: Tom Lawson, The Cook Family

Bank Street-Glebe: Rufina Basu

Carleton University: Mary Glick

THE OSCAR CHALLENGE HAVE YOU GOT WHAT IT TAKES?

OSCAR is a community paper put out by residents for and about residents and the community. Without you, there would be no point. It doesn't happen at the touch of a button, even though we try to use technology to help us. OSCAR always needs your help in providing articles to put in. News items, stories, articles, poems, travel, advice, book reviews and restaurant reviews are just some of the many things you could help us with. We also need people to help with keyboarding and art work. It only takes a few hours a month to help with our success. An article takes less than two hundred words. Don't you think you can do that? If you want to get onto TEAM OSCAR, call one of the TEAM. If you would like to discuss writing a story or article, even if only once, we'll make it easy and you'll get the credit. We can be reached by phone or in our TEAM OSCAR box at The Old Firehall. We'll be in touch.

TO OUR READERS

A Big, Big Thank You to all Readers and Residents who have responded to the OSCAR Challenge. You've joined TEAM OSCAR. Just to remind you though, OSCAR is, and remains a community paper. TEAM OSCAR needs more help. It is not easy to put together a community paper. For one, or even two, people it takes an enormous amount of work just to put OSCAR together and get it out to you. Our biggest, continuing need is for articles, stories and pictures about Ottawa South interests to balance.

It is safe to say that community-wide participation in community affairs is a high priority for Ottawa South. OSCAR is there to fulfill a definite need for the news and views of you, the residents, to be presented to your neighbors. It takes little time to write out a few words about what is happening to you or your group. TEAM OSCAR will be glad to help out with enhancing and editing your ideas if you need help. Ottawa South remains a vibrant but shy community. Where are our poets, story tellers, fiction writers, artists and volunteers of a hundred causes? It takes less than 200 words to make an article (yes, including the, a and and).

Thanks to all of you who have expressed your excitement and interest in the "New" OSCAR. Letters to the Editor are always welcome. As your Editor, it has been a continuing challenge to put a second issue of OSCAR together. Again, I would like to thank all those who contributed articles and suggestions. Keep up the good work! For those who didn't have the time, or who didn't manage to get your contributions in to us this time, remember there will always be the next OSCAR. But remember that one person can't do it alone. Keep cool and enjoy!

Peter Hecht

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OTTAWA SOUTH COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION

OSCA BOARD RAMBLIN’S

By Community Scribe

Well, its that time again to reveal the OSCA Board unfoldings. The meeting came to order at about 7:50. Minutes adopted and agenda accepted. The president mentioned volunteer appreciation night at the new City Taj Mahal and Tree Planting and Plant Exchange Day at Brewer Park on May 15 at 10 am.

Upcoming issues will be the City lot sale at the end of Grove, use of buildings at Sunnyside and Bronson and front yard parking for at 227 Sunnyside.

Next was councillor, Jim Watson's report, including front yard parking; 227 Sunnyside to go before Planning Committee the next week. The neighbors had agreed to it, but OSWATCH and City Planners were against it 'cause it could lead to many more requests to legally convert front yards and trees to parking, greatly changing the area.

Then he talked on the flood. Although the housing which was flooded shouldn't have been built, deals with an alderperson 25 years ago notwithstanding, 5 families were flooded out.

So, the new deal is, the City will drop off sand and bags at flood points when flood time comes, instead of at high and dry Windsor Park. Residents will have to stuff their own bags though.

Dike extension will be revisited, but we were reminded that the dike wasn't built at Rideau River Lane during the diking program years ago because the residents didn't want to lose their view of the River!

Next was The Perley. A meeting is coming up to which all are invited. All OS residents are reminded the Perley needs as much money as it can get from the sale of the site or they can't move. Parks and open places don't make money. No money, no move.

Jim talked about the Ex and Community Day, Ex Community Committee and Aberdeen restoration; Brewer Park recycling station, Grove lots sale and Court house site. More details in his message elsewhere.

Jim also mentioned the City may be placing bike racks on Bank St. If they try hard, maybe we'll get to walk on the road, as there'll be no sidewalk left. Also he mentioned about the OS Traffic Plan.

Now that was a good topic. Seems a plan done by residents a few years ago was never approved by OSCA 'cause they didn't like it.

Now they want a new one, with "help" in the form of a grant to get "professional" help. This was news to Jim since he thought that OSCA just hadn't yet got around to approving the other one.

So, the "Glebe" traffic plan is being sent to Jim so he can work at getting an "Ottawa South" plan. If

you are interested, make a move to get your two cents worth in.

Jim suggested the provincial court building, which is still used as a youth detention centre (bet you didn't know that!) could become a joint project like co-op or mature student housing / daycare / etc.

Talk about raisin' the red flag. No further comment needed. Other suggestions came out in the heat.

A new student rep was named: Christine Hazelston. She'll start in May and attend the next meeting. Warm thank yous to Kim Newton for her work over the past year.

Peter McDougall, Freenet Access, talked about getting a Freenet terminal into the Firehall so non-computer users could use it. Further study needed to find space.

Tony McCormack updated on the OSCAR study. It's still under consideration. Hope to report next time. Financially, the operation is sound. The City's Handbook for Community Newspapers will serve as the basis. Need constructive comment, no rehash of old issues.

OPC mentioned a Teen Trailer was being offered by the City to go in Brewer Park for the summer. City to supply a supervisor, teens to do plan activities. This is a pilot.

The Pottery Studio is being revamped to make it more functional. A request was made to

buy stair steppers for the exercise classes to revive flagging attendance.

Someone has to take over management of the Brewer rinks. Doing both Brewer and Windsor are too much for one. Unless someone comes forward by June, OSCA will let the Pacers take it over. Both rinks make OSCA a needed $1000.

Financial problems next. OSCA expenses are rising faster than revenues. Registration is down, more courses are on the edge of profitability. Suggestions were discussed as was fundraising.

Seems like blame is being laid on the weather, etc. Then talk centred around some pretty high- flyin’ ideas like "community-based" businesses.

Your scribe wonders where are all the business planners this community is supposed to have? Can't quite get my head around how this is goin' to make OSCA money. Is OSCA into makin' money or runnin' programs?

ECOS reported on Tree Planting May 15 at Brewer; the Dunbar Bridge and settling pond threats. Jim Watson was asked if someone from RMOC can brief OSCA with maps, reports, schedules and the like.

OSWATCH involved with the Central Ex and promenade route around the Park.

The meeting ended somewhere between 10:30 and 11pm.

OSCA a Ottawa South Community Association FIREHALL NEWS

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COST: $27.00 (Cheque or exact change please.)

SUMMER CONCERTS - in Brewer Park Tuesday nights in June - watch for posters AND our 2ND ANNUAL BBQ

CLUBS - at the Firehall - Free! Free! Free! Walking Club - Wednesdays until June 16 - 9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.

Bridge Club - Thursdays until June 17 - 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

AFTER FOUR REGISTRATION - at the Firehall Thursday June 17 - 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

P.D. DAYS June 4 - Go-carting!! - Registration begins May 15. 9:00 a.m. June 29 and 30 - lots of excitement!! - Registration begins June 21. 9:00 a.m.

For more information, caii 564-i064


MPP'S A FUTURE FOR MESSAGE THE RIDEAU CANAL By Dalton McGuinty, Ottawa South

Legislative Assembly of Ontario

As consumers, it is always in our interest to shop wisely. But sometimes, even smart shoppers end up with products that are defective or manufacturers who will not honour warranties. When this happens, it is good to know there is help available.

The Ministry of Consumer and Commercial Relations is a provincial ministry handling a variety of complaints. Concerns regarding contracts, merchandise that does not perform as advertised, the selling practices of real estate agents, car dealers and travel agents all fall under the jurisdiction of this Ministry's Business Practices Division which also regulates collection agencies, cemeteries and consumer reporting agencies.

The Upholstered and Stuffed Articles Branch tests articles such as sleeping bags and children's stuffed toys to ensure that only clean, new fill is used by manufacturers. The Ottawa office of the Ministry of Consumer and Commercial Relations offers a variety of pamphlets on consumer protection and education. The Ottawa area office may be contacted at 787-4048.

Consumer and Corporate Affairs Canada is the nation's "watchdog" over the safety of many consumer products, especially those geared to children. Their product-safety unit tests cribs, strollers and children's car seats as well as household chemicals and textile flammability. Complaints regarding packaging, labelling, composition, quality and quantity standards of food, textiles, jewellery, precious metals and prepackaged non-food products fall within their jurisdiction. For further information please call 997-2938.

The Better Business Bureau of Ottawa & Hull is another avenue of assistance for consumers who are experiencing difficulties in dealing with local businesses. They may be reached at 237-4856.

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OSCAR was saddened to learn that one of Ottawa South's most stalwart community members, Ann Gilmour, passed away suddenly on April 30. Her many friends and admirers will miss her tireless efforts, unending support, constant cheer and the sound of her laughter. Best wishes to her family.

By Mac Harb, MP Ottawa Centre

The Rideau Canal has a rich and colourful story to tell - one that began over 160 years ago. Today we have a unique opportunity to protect it's living heritage and ensure the long-term health of the corridor through which it flows.

Canada's National Park Service, through consultations with provincial and municipal governments, private interest groups and individuals, has devised a management plan aimed at protecting the diversity of the Canal.

This draft plan includes many important elements, including a vision for the Rideau Canal, guiding principles for the management of all aspects of the Rideau Canal corridor, identifying the Canal's diversity and a series of actions to achieve this vision.

Approximately one million people live in close proximity to the Rideau Canal, the majority of whom are residents of the Ottawa-Carleton region. As citizens of Ottawa, we

have a vested interest in protecting this national treasure. The Rideau Canal is a unique heritage resource with opportunities for education and recreation which are not found elsewhere.

Through cooperative efforts with the City of Ottawa, the National Capital Commission and other government agencies, people in the Ottawa area can continue to enjoy its recreational and scenic value.

In order for the Canal to reach its full potential, however, local input is necessary. Public participation is essential to the future management of the Rideau Corridor. Public involvement is the key to success.

Developing a management strategy is an ongoing process. If you would like to add your voice to the list of people who have participated in this consultation process, please contact my office. The Rideau Canal is a very Important part or our heritage. Getting involved will help to ensure its continuing well being.

Mac Harb, MP / Député Ottawa Centre

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* introduction to drawing * watercolour/pen & ink * sculpture * paper crafts

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MYSTERY TOURS * TO MEET THE ARTISTS IN THE COMMUNITY: * theatres * orchestras * dance companies * art galleries ... PLUS MANY MORE!!

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JULY 5 - 16

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AUGUST 3 - 13

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COUNCILLOR'S COLUMN by Jim Watson, City Councillor, Capital Ward

Survey Results Below are the results from

combining the Glebe and Ottawa South. 1. Would you be prepared to accept a water bill surcharge specifically to clean up the Rideau River? Yes- 72% No-22% n/a-6% 2. Have you experienced traffic and parking difficulties on your street as a result of Senator's games? Yes- 54% No-45% n/a-1% 3. Are you satisfied with the level and quality of snow clearing and removal this year? Yes-63% No -37% n/a-0% 4. Do you support a "user pay" philosophy in the City of Ottawa? Yes -67% No-26% n/a-7% 5. Would you support increasing the number of parking meters on commercial streets - Bank Street)? Yes-47% No-41 % n/a-12% 6. Do you support the provincial government's initiative to allow single-family homes to have one self-contained apartment? Yes-79% No-21 % n/a-0% 7. Can you think of specific examples of wasteful or inefficient city or region practices that need correcting? Yes-63% No-9% n/a-28%

I received a number of very good ideas to following up. Aberdeen Pavilion

Long awaited restoration of the Aberdeen is finally to begin. Last

week, the City awarded a $3.1 million contract, nearly $1.4 million under budget. Work will begin in late May or early June. Flooding

Rideau River flooding this spring caused some extremely difficult situations for residents along the banks of the river. Hard hit were Warrington, Rideau River Lane and Rideau River Drive at Belmont and Fentiman.

I have been working with the Commissioner of Engineering and Works to develop a better response. In future, sand and bags will be delivered to flood prone streets. Sale of City Land

The City will be selling a number of surplus parcels including three lots at the end of Glen & Grove Avenues in 1995.

Before the sale, there will be a public meeting for public input, probably this fall. Residents will also have a say in rezoning from P (Public) to R (Residential), the same as the other abutting properties. Teen Trailer

The Department of Recreation and Culture is working with the OSCA Programming Committee to provide a city trailer for teen use this summer. The City will provide an employee and the teens would help with ideas. More news next month.

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Tax Instalment Plan Property taxes will be able to be

spread out over 11 months next year or paid early for a small discount. The method of payment will be optional. Automatic withdrawals will also be possible. Further information with next year's tax bill. Spring leaf collection

Yard organic waste pick-up will take pace on alternate weeks, May 17, May 31 and June 14. These special pick ups are the only time that yard waste will be collected. Frank Clair Stadium

City Council approved naming the Lansdowne stadium "Frank Clair Stadium." Frank Clair was the well- remembered head coach and general manager of the Rough Riders for 23 years.

Recycling at Brewer Park City staff hope to reduce

garbage collection in Brewer Park by more than 30% through a new recycling program. Park. Light rail transit CP Rail is considering a proposal put forth by Ottawa South business person, Darryl Richards, to use an existing railway bridge over the Ottawa River for light rail commuter traffic. This would replace the idea of another bridge estimated at $300 million for Quebec-Ontario commuter cars. More information in coming months. Central Canadian Exhibition Association

I have formed a community relations committee for the CCEA with reps from Glebe and Ottawa South along with senior Ex management. This will allow both the Ex and the community to share concerns about the 11 day fair.

At the first meeting last month, new General Manager, Bemie Colterman outlined the 1993 plans. Efforts will clean up and green the site to attract families back to the Exhibition.

Concerns to be addressed include noise, traffic and parking problems.

The Ex will hold a Glebe\Ottawa South Community Day on Monday, August 23. Special discounts will be advertised in OSCAR prior to the Ex (August 19-29).

Mr. Colterman will give a full presentation at the Glebe Community Association AGM. Everyone is invited. Perley Hospital

There will be a public meeting on June 7, 8pm at the Perley, 43 Aylmer, to discuss current status of the move and of future plans for the Hospital site. John Lupton, Executive Director will prove the update and answer questions.

Can I help? Jim Watson 111 Sussex Drive, Ottawa, Ontario, KIN 5A1 Phone: 564-1308 Fax: 564-8412

The Ottawa South Co-operative

Playgroup

Registration & Meeting for September 1993

(children 18 months to 3 years) June 8 at 7:30 p.m. at the Old Firehall

260 Sunnyside Ave.

For more information call Susan Driedger at 730-5742

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OTTAWA SOUTH

CHURCHES

Southminster United Bank St.-Rideau Canal

Pastoral Team: Rev. S.A. Hewlett

Rev. Jan Craig

10:30 a.m. Morning Worship Sunday School for all ages Coffee & fellowship following service

Trinity Anglican 1230 Bank St.

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Rector: Rev. Roger A. Young Hon.Asst: Canon Ken Cowan

8:00 a.m. Holy Eucharist 10:00 a.m. Holy Eucharist

Church School and Nursery Weekday Eucharists:

Wednesday 10:00 a.m. Wednesday 12:30 p.m.

At Carleton U., T27

Wesleyan Methodist Sunnyside at Grosvenor

Pastor: Rev. Brent Russet Pastoral Asst: Jody Cross

Morning Worship 10:30 a.m. Evening Service 6:30 p.m.

Tuesday 7 p.m. Bible Study & Youth Program

St. Margaret Mary (Roman Catholic)

Rev. F. McEvoy

Masses Saturday 4:30 p.m. ,

Sunday 9:00 and 11:00 a^m. Weekdays 9:00 a.m.


DOG SPILLS CLEANED UP Dog Owners Clean Up Spills.

By Randy Gordon

Windsor Park, OS, April 9, 1993

There is spring in the air down at Windsor Park. The geese are flying overhead and the river is running swiftly. The tennis Courts are almost clear and dedicated Dog Owners are cleaning up the debris of a long winter.

A group of dog owners have already made two swoops around the Park, armed with shovels and garbage bags to ensure the park is clean for the upcoming season. And believe it or not, these are Owners who always stoop and SCOOP, even in the middle of a blinding snow storm.

However not all dog Owners are as responsible. So to ensure that the park is clear of "doggie goodies" and other spills, this group has taken on the task of cleaning the grounds for the new spring and summer season.

Just a reminder that Windsor is a dog park, SO it is important that all dog owners clean up after their own dogs, even other parks and streets in Ottawa South.

Licenses are also required for all dogs and can be obtained through City Hall by phone or mail. We love our dogs - we love our Park (as you can see from the picture) Good Work Crew!! Wash Your Hands!!!

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NEW WRITERS THE FOUR SEASONS By Nicolas Fleet, age 13

Once upon a time, there were four gods who ruled over four countries. There was the god of old Russia, the god of Africa, the god of Europe and the god of the New Land (North America). In the old days, these gods had signed a treaty for everyone to live in happiness without any war.

But the people in each of the countries were upset with their living conditions. For example, the people of Russia were too near the north pole and they were mad with their god because it was too cold all the time.

The people in Africa were upset because they were too close to the equator. They wrote a long petition to their god saying how fed up they were with being hot all of the time.

They had also heard there was some white stuff which fell from the sky. The Africans were very jealous. This must be a precious metal, maybe white gold, falling from the sky and making people rich.

The people of Europe only saw little leaves and they went around with cloaks on all the time because it was always windy and they never knew if it would be a wind sent from the North god or the South god.

They were in the middle of a season that lasted forever but it never gave them big, big leaves like the ones of Africa. They got madder than ever. They heard of a new land where the leaves were like gold and red and orange like the best riches anyone could imagine.

Now, all this made the three countries tell their gods that they were going to sail to this new land and steal the gold that grew on the trees there.

The gods said "No, no, no!!! We have already signed a peace treaty for no more war with any country and you all got your equal share.

"No", said Africa. "All we qot was summer all the time.

"No", said Russia. "All we got was Winter all the time.

"No", said Europe. "All we qot was Spring all the time.

"We want what this new land has. We want gold falling from trees. We want the copper trees to make beautiful bracelets and armbands for our princesses and princes. We want to collect silver that falls from the big mountains to make dresses and silver coins.

The gods couldn't control one jealousy of all these screaming people. Africa built a ship of the South and put the sun in it. This made the boat gleam like a flame. Then they crossed an ocean called Atlantic.

Russia built a boat of the North and put all the white flakes of the sky into their ship. They crossed the Atlantic as well.

Europe built a ship out of branches. The ship gleamed like an emerald. They also crossed the Atlantic.

All the boats finally met, after days and days of travel, in a peaceful water called the Gulf of St. Lawrence. The new land was protected by a saint at the entrance.

They sent out the bad news of war. Finally, a red ship, which gleamed the most supreme gold anyone had ever seen, came out through the Gulf. So the war started.

The ships circled and made giant whirl pools. The Atlantic Ocean spilled over and made a other oceans such as the Arctic and Indian Oceans, small pools like the China Sea and dangerous places like the Bermuda Triangle, which was a big swirling fog in the war.

"We want Winter!" said Africa. "We want Summer!" said

Russia. "We want Everything!" they all

said. And the war went on. Africa

tore handfuls of the white cold that is snow away from Russia. Russia took bushels of warm flames from Africa and got Summer. Europe used two hands and got some fire and some snow. Then Russia and Africa took some , leaves away from Europe and got Spring.

By this time, there were floods everywhere. The North got so much fire, it melted the North Pole and all the dinosaurs drowned. The oceans were full of the "sticks from the Spring ship and then there were big fences (border lines) between countries instead of peaceful land.

Finally, the three ships tore apart the red ship from the new land. They ripped the ship to pieces and it looked like a ragged, rippled leaf.

The Saint said, "Don't worry. This will be the land of beauty forever."

The other ships went up the river of Saint Lawrence and kept on ripping the red leaves until they looked like Maple leaves. When they swirled around the water and land, they broke it all up. The Saint said "This will be the Thousand Islands."

The ships swirled around so much they made a whirl pool somewhere around Niagara Falls. They were trying to catch the silver that fell from the Falls, but they could not get it. Snow flakes whirled in the sky and the new land got Winter.

The fire from the South ship went into the sky and the new land got Summer. The sticks from Europe caught in the branches of the new land and made Spring. But the gods couldn't stand to see their peaceful earth all in pieces.

"We cannot be small gods anymore. We have no control over all these people. Let's go see the Saint of Lawrence. Maybe he can advise us before the end of the world happens," the little gods said

while they were conferring. So the little gods went to see the Saint.

"What shall we do?" they all cried. "Well", said the Saint, "I am a Saint but I can't find God anywhere, so why don't you guys get all together? Then all of your powers can be God."

So all the little gods held hands and flew up to the sky and that's how wè got one God, which is a lot easier as he doesn't fight with himself!

God said, "All you little boats go home. All you have done is create destruction. The world will have to get some fast attention or you will all die."

"But we want the seasons the other countries have."

"O.K.", said God. "Two of the four of you will get a bit of all the seasons. This new land will be called Canada and the old land called Europe." Russia and Africa are so jealous I'm giving them back their old seasons. But they are free to visit Canada are Europe anytime. O.K.?"

The tattered ships went home and promised to be peaceful to each other. And that is how the Seasons met, fought and went home.

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SCENES FROM THE OTTAWA SOUTH RUN 1993 Photos courtesy Bonnie Ostler

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POETRY CORNER AN ODE TO CANADA

In the eyes of the world we were #1 The golden rule is how we won We lifted up our lame, our weak, our lost Instead of the gutter where others are tossed Nations are judged on how they treat their needy In this new world order it will pay to be greedy We are a county with esteem and great wealth But it will be dog eat dog, every man for himself

In this new world order who will be our leaders then God help us I answer the transnationals win A faceless, shapeless, unanswerable blob With conscience to no ones the dollar their God They have no allegiance, caring only for themselves Their bottom line is profit and we can all go to hell Like sheep to the slaughter we're being led to the brink The plan is to break us and make our nation extinct

Our parks no longer will have children at their play They'll be claimed by the homeless the derelicts each day We'll no longer be able to walk out on our streets Without a gun close at hand for anyone we meet People will be desperate, losing everything They’ll start to cheat, steal and lie, the desperate do those things Prisons will be bursting, there'll be crime and decay Misery will be the order of the day

Our homes will be fortresses with alarms and with bars Our souls will be empty, our eyes will be hard We'll shut out the misery, we'll just turn our backs On people so shiftless, so low and so crass Fear will make us myopic, we won't remember back Not very long ago this was our strong middle class For a nation divided with rich and with poor Leads to suffering and misery, that is ensured

Our beautiful country so close to our hearts Will be tom and ravaged and all ripped apart Our land will be plundered, our water dried up Our riches will be stolen, we'll be left in the muck Our forests, our minerals are theirs for the taking It's in black and white - we're fools in the making The air that we breathe will be filthy, malodorous Believe it - we'll be just like the Maquilladoras

A country that becomes a tenant in its own land Is shortsighted and foolish and ultimately damned We're turning the clock back hundreds of years Becoming serfs on the land we once owned and held dear With Mexican conditions to work in and wages So low, I don't know how we’ll survive through the ages The democracy we cherished for which our forefathers fought Will have vanished, their lives have been given for naught

We'll be a nation divided, we'll be left with a schism For this is the price of unfettered capitalism Harsh, raw and unyielding, it offers no grace No balance, no fairness, no human face And we as a people will have no voice to protest With our government silenced and under arrest It will force us to become a nation of users With a few uncaring rich and many, many losers

One day soon you will cry - how did this all happen We've been lied to, confused - it's all part of the plan With much fanfare they told us the debt we must collar Which they engineered by raising our dollar Interest rates skyrocketed - our final death knell Creating chaos for our people - a bankruptcy hell They sold out our heritage to all and asunder Canada for sale - cheap - Canada for plunder

Is it hopeless you ask, is it all at an end No there's much we can do but we must become friends Every citizen wise, every citizen sage Use your vote wisely to bring in a new age We have listened too long to nothing but lies It is time as a nation we opened our eyes Don't believe any more their 'inevitable' tact Be aware they’re all part of the sane traitorous pack

What more you can do - here's another mission Read! Learn! Listen! Think! - turn off the television Become vigilant, involved, to protect freedoms held clear Keep our government responsible - the message quite clear We must gather together and work as a team In order to restore our national dream For those of us who really know the extent of their destruction We'll not forget, we'll teach our kids, the hope is our next generation

If we work together lending each other a hand We'll be a nation uplifted, every child, woman, man The voice of our people will prevail once more Masters in our land as in days of yore It's the golden key to our place in the sun Where one is for all and all is for one For we are a people who've known what it is to be free And Oh Canada, we will once again stand on guard for thee

Sharon Wright

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THE ENVIRONMENT PAGE MAGNOLIA TREE OF THE MONTH The Magnolia is a small specimen tree of which there are a number of examples in Ottawa South. These trees, or large bushes are a hybrid form of magnolia which grows wild in China and Japan.

The Saucer Magnolia, or Magnolia soulangeana, as it is known scientifically, is the showiest of all the magnolias. It is planted for its spectacular, rose-colored spring flowers, which last for a few brief days in spring.

The magnolia is a handsome tree in the winter with sturdy, silvery gray branches and twigs which make a beautiful silhouette. The summer silhouette is a rounded, bush-like shape which can grow 6 to 8 metres high (20 to 25 feet).

The trunk usually divides into several ascending branches or multiple trunks. The twigs curve up and on the ends are large, furry, greenish buds which add to the winter beauty of the tree and make it easy to identify.

The multiple-branching habit of the Saucer Magnolia makes it useful in landscaping where vertical lines need to be softened. It is handsome in plantings around public buildings or as an accent at the focal point of a planting design.

The bark is a smooth silver-gray with a few horizontal, darker gray markings which contrasts nicely with evergreens or a dark-colored house. The lighter green, almost silvery, elongated leaves are quite different from most of common vegetation. Where some form of open screening is desired, the Magnolia is ideal. It is one tree that is beautiful every month of the year.

American textbooks claim that the Magnolia is hardy as far north as Boston, however, it seems to do well in well-sheltered locations here in Ottawa where conditions are much more extreme. It withstands city conditions well but it should be located where it is protected from cold winter winds such as on the east side of a house or garage and it should receive as much sun as possible. The early spring buds and flowers may be blighted by late frost or squirrels, but should return the next year.

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VANKLEEK HILL MAY SHOW FESTIVAL ’ 93 You may have heard Vankleek Hill mentioned on local radio and television from time to time. If so, you probably know that this small Ontario town is home to an active artistic community.

It also has a chorus of singing farmers, an equitation centre offering gourmet riding weekends, a romantic Victorian-style bed-and-breakfast retreat and, as seen on CBC Newsworld, a monumental mural of tum-of-the-century Vankleek Hill covering the entire side wall of a Main Street business block. A portion is shown above

But did you Know that Vankleek Hill is only an hour's drive east of Ottawa along Highway 417 and that on the Victoria Dayweekend it will be hosting its 11th annual May show Festival?

The May Show Festival is a

marvellous mix of a crafts fair, out-door performances and visual art exhibitions by local, area and guest artists. Children and adults alike will delight in origami, magic and kite-making workshops and open-air performances by local bands, vocalists and dancers and other attractions too numerous to list.

The May Show Festival runs from noon to 5 pm Sunday, May 23 and from 10 am to 5 pm Monday, May 24. All events are free of charge with the exception of an opening party Saturday evening featuring a night club and jazz band.

Programs will shortly be available at the Old Firehall. For more information and other places to obtain a program, please call 234-5855 in Ottawa or Vankleek Hill 678-2873.

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ART SHOW

Art Lending of Ottawa will hold an exhibition on Tuesday, June 15, at the Unitarian Church Hall, 30 Cleary Ave, in the Glebe, 10 am to 9 pm. Focus Show Artists will be Catherine Emonds and special guest and founding member Brodie Shearer of Ottawa South. There will be no exhibit during July and August. Info 594-8513.

JOB SEEKING?

The Ottawa Public Libary Main Branch holds special "Tours for Job Seekers" each Wednesday morning at 9 am. They'll show you how to use the collection of books, magazines, directorys and databases to write resumes, draw up lists of potential employers and how to research companies or government departments in preparation for an interview. Space is limited so register at 236-0301.

MOTHERS ARE WOMEN

Mothers are Women (MAW) will be holding a series of special interest workshops for mothers at home, the last Wednesday of each month, 7:30 to 10 pm at the Hintonburg Community Ctr. 1064 Wellington. Limited parking at rear. Infants welcome. Donations accepted. For

more info call the MAW Line 722-7851

May 26 - The Sandwich Generation - the stress and demands of small children and dependent parents. Hilary Kemsley is a social worker with the Alzheimer Society, a Ottawa Citizen columnist and a mother of two. • June 23 - AGM - learp about MAW/HOMEBASE and discuss the future. Last workshop until the Fall.

MASSED CHOIRS

Christ Church Cathedral will present a 'Service of Thanksgiving’ to celebrate the 40th anniversary of the coronation of Queen Elizabeth II, Sunday June 6 at 4:30 pm. The massed choirs will sing and the service will last for 90 minutes and include anthems performed at the Coronation in 1953. Freewill offering. Wheelchair entrance at 439A Queen St.

SENIORS DIRECTORY

The 1993 Directory of Resources for Senior Citizens is now available from the Senior Citizen's Council of Ottawa Carleton, 294 Albert St. Room 508, $3.75 or by mail for $6 inc. postage. It lists name, address and brief description of organizations giving advice and help on all types of matters. For more info call 234-8044.

CAREGIVERS

The Independent Child Caregivers Association (ICAA) 7th Annual Caregiver Conference - A Decade of Care takes place Sat. June 5, at Woodroffe High School, Nepean. Keynote speaker is Maureen Cech, Coordinator of Early Childhood Education, Algonquin College. Workshops will be of interest to caregivers, parents, teachers, nannies and others. . 8:30 am to 4 pm. ICAA members $19.50, non- members $28, lunch $8.50. For brochure call 749-5211. For registration info call 238-2005.

GARDEN PLOTS

Garden too small? Like working with other gardeners? Then join with the Gloucester Allotment Garden Association and get a good start on stocking your fridge with your own goodies. Small fee includes tilling, water and compost fertilizer. Call the Registrar at 830-6821 or Chairperson at 824-6524. Hurry.

SURVIVORS WALK

Breast Cancer Action is holding its 1st Annual Survivors Walk, May 24, Victoria Day, as part of the Tulip Festival. 5 km along the canal. Start anytime 9 am to Noon. Registration at Eaton Court, Rideau Centre. For info call 731-6975.

MARCHE AUX PUCES

Ecole St. Pie X Parents Committe is holding its annual Marche aux Puces at the School, 150 Mann Ave at Range Rd, Saturday May 29, 10 am to 2 pm rain or shine. For information call 236-2260 evgs.

SAILING LESSONS

Britannia Yacht Club is offering learn to sail summer daytime classes for children 9 to 17, evenings for adults. Club boats provided. Membership not required. For info call 828-5167.

SENIORS TOURS

City of Ottawa, Senior Adult Division has arranged a tour Thursday June 3 is about Antiques. It will start at Tamarack Acres Antiques in Black's Comer with a discussion of selecting, evaluating and dating antiques. Lunch in Perth, then to Lombardy. Finally, a stop at Balderson Chees store. Other tours coming up. For more info and to register call 564-1017.

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HOW OTTAWA SOUTH DEVELOPED

Episode X: Why There is No University Campus at Rideau Gardens & No Zoo South of Dow's Lake

By Rea Turner (with material supplied from David Bouse)

Sometimes one person, or one decision, can cause a great and lasting impact upon the way in which a neighborhood can plan and transform its land use and open spaces.

A single pair of choices - the location of Carleton University and the non-location of a National Zoo - served to irreversibly transform the look and feel of Ottawa South in the mid-twentieth century.

Between fifty and seventy years ago, Ottawa South was built up, both residentially and commercially. It looked roughly similar to what it

does today. For example, apart from the streetcars running down the middle of several local streets, most of Ottawa South would have resembled its current appearance.

In fact, by the 1940's, only two large tracts of open land remaining in the area for any type of further growth and expansion. Rideau Gardens on the far eastern edge of the community and the land south of Dow's Lake on the far western edge.

During most of the 1940s and 50s, Carleton College, the original name of the current university, was a small post-secondary institution with an enrolment of less than half the number of students then attending Hopewell Avenue School.

In anticipation of future growth, this new college sought to acquire the rights to various properties. Of the five sites on its original short list, three of them are worthy of note: one was at Billings Bridge, one was south of Dow's Lake and one was on the eastern edge of Ottawa South - the site of Rideau Gardens described in the February OSCAR.

By late 1946, Carleton officials are reported to have secretly chosen the Dow's Lake site for their campus. The ramifications of that decision displaced a major federal government-backed plan to build both a national sports complex and a national zoological garden in that location between Dow's Lake and the Rideau River.

Calls for these other projects continued for several years. Even as late as 1953 the Federal District Commission (now the NCC) and the Mayor of Ottawa were unanimous calling for expropriation of all Carleton land in order to build the zoo and sports centre.

At the time, then Mayor Charlotte Whitton is quoted as saying that a campus at that site "...would be proceeded with over my dead body". Only after intense political negotiations and interventions at the highest federal levels was the Carleton campus allowed to develop on the land south of Dow's Lake.

As a result of the choice of the contested Dow's Lake property, the

school wasted many months battling City and Federal Capital Commission officials before detailed planning and development could begin.

On the surface, a decision in favour of the Rideau Gardens site for the proposed campus for the new university would have been more logical. Had they selected the east end of Ottawa South for the campus, development could have almost immediately begun after purchase. And the National Capital could have had a sports complex and a zoological garden, things it is now doubtful will be ever built.

A physical environment can be viewed, in part, as the product of local history. Carleton's campus is located today where it is, rather than

as shown hypothetically superimposed on the above photomosaic. There is no national zoo south of Dow's Lake and Rideau Gardens is a residential area. We know it happened; but we do not know in this case precisely why; nor do we know what might have been the decision if one or two Carleton officials had acted differently.

OSCAR readers with an interest in physical environment issues such as neighbourhood planning, protecting open space or establishing more bike paths should reflect on events of the past, suggests David Bouse, former recording secretary for the official Ottawa South Neighbourhood Development Plan, done during 1977/78.

"Fifteen years ago, during the preparation of that year-long study, we came across many more questions than answers concerning planning options for preserving or developing our local environment", David recalls.

He adds, "At that timC I had hoped to help Ottawa South residents manage^ environmental change through specific presciptive methods. Today, I simply hope that this article will allow OSCAR readers, especially our elementary students, to discover, understand and appreciate their physical environment better through the use of old photos, maps, and other historical records, so that they might learn additional skills to someday take action and have it be effective".

Above shows a sketch of Carleton University buildings as it might have ooked, superimposed on the campus site option at Rideau Gardens jetween Sunnyside Ave and Main St.

Scale is approximately 1:5000. Based on photographs from the National Air Photo Library, nos. M6-6S, -70, -71, -73 & -75 (1928). OSCAR Cartographic Services

The above photomap, with its hypothetical relocation of Carleton University on the other side of Ottawa South, provides food for thought on better understanding our local environment.


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The Glebe Co-operative Playgroup has enjoyed a wide variety of activities and special events! Our Hop-A-Thon for Muscular Dystrophy was fun for everyone. The children decorated bunny ears,and hopped until we could hop no more! We thank everyone for helping us raise $570 for the Muscular Dystrophy Association of Canada.

Spring has arrived with thoughts af beautiful flowers. Our afternoon *roup has been taking a gardening ftass with Marianne from Peter iCnippel Nursery. Marianne not only eaches us about gardening, but we liant our very own seeds as well! We planted a variety of seeds ncluding marigolds, sunflowers,

lettuce and beans. We're now watching closely for signs of growth. Of course, with all the love and attention the seeds will certainly do well.

During a visit from Erica's dad, firefighter Mike McCloskey, our thoughts turned to safety. Mike brought his special equipment with him and everyone had the chance to try on the protective clothing. We enjoyed Mike's visit and thank him very much for coming to Playgroup!

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GUIDES AND BROWNIES NEWS

By Starr Cameron-Wright

SUCCESSFUL COOKIE SALES This year's cookie sales went

extremely well, supported by the community and efforts of the enthusiastic Brownies. A special thanks to Jane Gough, who took on the task of Cookie Coordinator for the Colonel By District and did a wonderful job. (Now that all the cookies have been sold, Jane is especially pleased to have her garage back.) Once again, thanks to everyone in the community for your support.

NEWS FROM THE PACKS

5th Brownies It was a cold, rainy night when

the 5th Brownies were selling cookies, but they still managed with smiles on their faces. They sold all the cookies and returned to the school tired, wet, happy and hungry. Brown Owl treated them to hot chocolate and of course Girl Guide Cookies.

Francis Rennie tested the girls on some of their recent badge work. Emily Harrison earned the Musician and Book Lovers badges, Emily Hough - Downhill Skier; Alison and Megan Kane - Cross Country Skiing and Krystle MacDonald - Book Lover and Beadwork badges for her efforts.

At a recent meeting Katie Gemmill sang a new tulip song followed by Lisa Gillich and Emily Hough who led the girls in the camp song "Yogi Bear".

On May 12 the girls have been asked to bring their bikes to the meeting. A special guest, E. Pazdzior will help the girls earn their Cyclist Badge.

The third year girls have been working on earning their "Brownie Wings" in preparation for their "fly up" to Guides on May 19. Krystle MacDonald, Laura Young, Emily

Harrison, Susan Peck, Antje Schiffer-Graham, Kristin Higgins, Brie Ostler, Kristalynn Racicot and Amanda Wilson are all eligible to fly up to Guides.

First and second year pins will be awarded to the younger Brownies. Goodies will be served at the end of the "fly up" ceremony.

On May 26 there will be a picnic at Windsor Park for the Wednesday night Brownies and their families. Returning Brownies only will be able to pre-register to avoid lineups and possible disappointment in September.

30th Brownie Pack At the end of April, third year

Brownies visited the Guide Company at Trinity Church. The girls were welcomed by the 30th Guides and appreciated the opportunity to see what's in store for next year. Sarah Blanchard, Jessica Drysdale, Eleanor Grier, Cameron Miller and Jessica Wright all attended the Guide meeting.

A Spring Tea is planned to welcome this long-awaited season. The girls may invite one parent or friend to the Monday night meeting on May 10th. In preparation for the tea, the girls have been busy making invitations and a surprise craft for their guests.

Plans are underway for the third year girls to "fly up" to Guides early in June.

30th Guide Company The Guides welcomed senior

Brownies from the 5th and 30th packs to a recent meeting where everyone had an opportunity to make kites.

This month several outings are planned, including an evening of horseback riding.

30 Guide Co. demonstrating fancy loops during the paper airplane flying contest. Photo by Tom Alfoldi

BEAVERS FINISH A BIG YEAR

17th Beavers during a visit to Uplands air base. Photo by Laura Johnston

17TH SOUTHMINISTER BEAVERS "B" COLONY

By Laura Johnston

The Wednesday Night Beavers, B Colony has finished up one more year. The 8 year old Beavers did their swimming-up to Cubs as part of Trees For Canada activities, May 8 at Brewer Park. The whole community can now watch the 25 trees they planted, grow and give shade to our park.

The last Wednesday in April found us at the Wild Bird Care Centre in Nepean. We saved change all year to donate to the "Bird Lady" and her new centre for the rescue of injured wild birds. We saw woodpeckers recovering from head injuries, robins who had suffered cat attacks and a Great Blue Heron with a broken wing.

Also in April, we had our Pet and Hobby Night. Guinea pigs, cats, rock collections, shells, bugs and much more were brought for show and tell.

In early April, we joined forces with "A" Colony Beavers and headed to Fuller's Sugar Bush out past Almonte, to see maple syrup production. We enjoyed a meal of pancakes and syrup.

March found us at the "Y" International Children's Centre for an introduction to food, customs and children of Tonga and Guatemala.

We also visited Uplands Air Base in March to see, at close quarters, the helicopter squadron which we oftem see or hear fly over Ottawa South.

There were family swims at Clifford Bowey pool, skating at Windsor Park in a snow stbrm and sliding at Vincent Massey Park.

We also managed to squeez in a few regular meetings at Southminster Church, playing games and doing crafts. There is never a dull moment in the Beaver Colony and we hope to see many new faces at our Pond next year.

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WIGOS REVIVAL SUMMER SOCCER RETURNS By Jean Wurts & Laura Johnston

Do you remember WIGOS, the Womens' Interest Group of Ottawa South? We used to meet at the Firehall on Friday mornings in the late 70's and early 80's, leaving our children in the Activity Room in the capable hands of Mavis and Cathy.

Meeting were held in the Living Room where someone would speak about their profession, some consuming interest or current topic. Then there was a chance to ask questions and discuss the subject further.

Ten years later, we still meet others from those mornings when much was shared, we also find the names of many of the guests in the news. Some are prominent now but were just beginning their careers when we first met them.

Interest is being revived by a member of that original group. Meetings will no longer be held at the Firehall but at the RA Centre in

the Bytown Room beginning May 28 at 9:45 am and every Friday until the end of June. Meetings will then reconvene in September.

A fee of one dallar will be charged and unfortunately there will be no babysitting. Following is a list of speakers for May and June: • May 28 - Evelyn Gigantes, MPP, Ottawa Centre; • June 4 - Dr. Geza Kardes, Professor at Carleton U.; • June 11 - Vasnati, Status of Women, External Affairs; • June 18 - Edwina Von Baeyer, Ottawa South resident and author of Historical Gardens.

Prospecive speakers for September include Peter Trueman - former anchor Global News; Mark Berlin - human rights lawyer; Marcelle Lapointe - psychologist and relaxation specialist; Dr. K. Moses - Dermatologist and M.B. Lambert - vulcanologist and earth scientist.

For further information or if you have ideas, please call the organizer, Pushpa, at 231-6583.

By Rob Cook

Brewer Park soccer pitches are once again bustling with activity. The OSCA spring soccer leagues are in full swing. Approximately 230 enthusiastic, young soccer players are busy learning soccer skills and playing house league matches.

The spring season ends on Saturday, June 26, with a picnic sponsored by the Halifax Consulting Group and trophy presentation ceremony. (Rain date - June 27).

Local historians inform us that not too long ago Brewer Park soccer pitches were the home of an summer soccer program. This year the Firehall has decided to try and renew the summer soccer tradition.

Rather than see the kids hang up their soccer shoes at the end of the school year, just as they are starting to master the Pele shift or the comer kick cross, OSCA has decided to give our budding soccer stars a chance to improve their skills during the summer months.

Due to limited field space, the program will only be offered this summer to children in the Mites (bom 1987-88) and the Tykes (bom

1985-86) groups. Both groups will play at Brewer Parie on Tuesday and Thursday nights (Mites 6:30 to 7:30 pm, Tykes 6:30 to 8:00 pm).

Co-ordinators have assumed that most children will be out of town during the summer for at least 2 to 3 weeks. So the fact that you may be away on vacation this summer does not mean that your child will have to miss out on summer soccer.

Summer provides ideal soccer weather and there's no better place to enjoy those warm summer breezes than under the majestic oaks (Cottonwoods - ed.) in Brewer Park, watching a children's soccer game. If we're lucky, the Brewers Park summer concert series may even provide some appropriate background music!

Registration will take place at Brewer Park on Tuesday, June 8, 6:30 to 8:15 pm and on Saturday, June 12, 9:30 to 11:00 am. Please register early (cheques only!) to avoid a late registration fee and to ensure that your child will be guaranteed a spot on a team. Summer soccer at Brewer Park - let's keep the tradition alive!

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FRAN DOY - AN OTTAWA SOUTH TOASTMASTER

HUMOR THERAPY AT THE PERLEY HOSPITAL

What is love? 'tis not hereafter Present mirth hath present laughter. What's to come is still unsure: In delay there lies no plenty; Then come kiss me, sweet and twenty, Youth's a stuff will not endure.

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By Conor Reid

When you walk into a hospital, the last thing that you expect to hear is the sound of laughter. However, if it's The Perley Hospital in Ottawa South, that's just what you will hear.

The Perley is among a handful of Ontario hospitals that have made "Humor Therapy" part of their patients' lives.

"A sense of humor and the ability to laugh are essential for a long life," says The Perley's volunteer coordinator, Pat Boyce. "The use of humor therapy helps to brighten everybody's day - the staffs, as well as the patients'."

Humour therapy at The Perley comes in the form of a clown named Raphael. Every Monday afternoon, Raphael visits all the rooms in the hospital to put a smile on the patients' faces.

"When the patients see that Raphael is a friend of mine, they open up to him," says Geri Sullivan, a volunteer. "Having Raphael with me as I visit the patients helps me get through to more of them."

When the make-up comes off, Raphael the clown transforms into Urs Rusterholz, a 19-year-old native of Zurich, Switzerland now liveing in Ottawa. Rusterholz is enrolled in drama at Canterbury High School and hopes to study theatre after graduating this spring. "I always knew that I wanted to be a clown," he says. "I love to make people happy."

This may seem like fun and games, but the medical benefits of humor are well documented. Laughter releases natural painkillers in the form of endorphins.

Many elderly people are prone to upper respiratory infections and the movement associated with laughter are very beneficial. The cardiovascular system also benefits from robust laughter because the deep respiration increases oxygen levels in the blood.

Humor can also be used as a communication tool. "Sometimes the patients feel very isolated. By laughing with them, it knocks down some of the communication barriers," says Boyce.

Humour can also help treat depression as well as ease the difficult transition for elderly patients who suddenly find themselves in unfamiliar surroundings.

"It's difficult for the patients when they first come to the hospital. Some feel a loss of control," says Boyce. "But through laughter, we show the patients that we're human too."

"Despite all the medical benefits associated with laughter, it's the smile on a patients face that makes it all worthwhile," says Sullivan. "When I go into their rooms with Raphael you can just see the excitement in their eyes."

Although humor therapy has been in place at The Perley for only a few months, already patients have come to expect their weekly visit from Raphael.

"When the patients see me and get excited, it makes me happy," says Rusterholz. "If I can help make their day brighter, then it makes me happy too."

Conor Reid is a Public Relations student at Algonquin College.

by Joe A. Holmes

Hopewell Avenue resident Fran Doy enjoys being involved in Toastmasters, a worldwide non-profit organization dedicated to improving one's public speaking and communications skills. She has been a member of the Bytown club for three years. Fran works for the Department of Justice as an Executive Assistant.

Her areas of interest include outdoor recreation, the environment and helping people communicate. She says "Toastmasters has provided me with a vehicle for presenting my ideas. It has also helped my career by making me better able to organize my thoughts. The meetings are a great place to meet people with a variety of interests and to make new friends".

Being Vice President of Public Relations for Bytown club has also given Fran an opportunity to be imaginative and creative. On March 17th, to celebrated St. Patrick's Day, she decorated the meeting room at the Victoria Museum of Nature with Irish decorations and provided members and guests with "all green" refreshments including homemade shamrock shaped cookies.

She finds the location of the Bytown meetings to be very

convenient to get to from Ottawa South. "I enjoy riding my bike to the Museum, which only takes about ten minutes from my home" she says.

Toastmasters members deliver speeches with various objectives such as using gestures, vocal variety or visual aids. Fran has completed her first ten speeches for the Competent Toastmasters (CTM) level of proficiency and has done another 16 out of 18 speeches required for the next level called Able Toastmasters (ATM). She has given presentations on such diverse topics as caring for the environment, safe bicycle riding and the changing nature of the Canadian family.

Weekly club meetings also provide an opportunity to practise parliamentary procedure and to speak impromptu in an exercise called "Table Topics".

Everyone is welcome to be a guest at a Toastmasters meeting. The Bytown club meets every Wednesday night at 6:30pm at the Victoria Museum of Nature, Metcalfe and McLeod. For more information, call Alice at 225-7683.

The Mail Talk club meets every Monday at 5:15pm at the Canada Post headquarters on Heron at Riverside. For information on it, or other clubs in the Ottawa area, call 235-9231.

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Tours arc available Monday to Friday at 10:30 am.

Please reserve in advance by calling: 564-1400.

GREAT CAMPS FOR A GREAT SUMMER! Day Camps in your Community Centres • preschoolers • children • teen For details or to receive the Summer Day Camp Guide, call 564-8422.

Sport Camps • tennis, soccer, sports - Terry Fox Athletic Facility, 564-1094 • hockey, tennis, ringette - Various locations,

564-1180/1099 • baseball - Canterbury or Pinecrest Parks, 564-1176 /1181 • aquacamps plus - Clifford Bowey or

St. Laurent Pools, 564-1023 and so many more!

VISITES GUIDEES DE L'HÔTEL DE VILLE

D'OTTAWA Venez visiter notre nouvel hôtel de ville! C’est avec plaisir que la Ville d'Ottawa vous invite à venir visiter son nouvel hôtel de ville située au 111, promenade Sussex.

Les visites guidées sont offertes du lundi au vendredi à 10 h 30.

Les personnes et les groupes intéressés doivent réserver à l'avance en composant le 564-1400.

DES CAMPS D’ÉTÉ POUR DES VACANCES

MÉMORARLES ! Des camps de jour aux centres communautaires • préscolaires • enfants • adolescents Pour plus de détails ou pour obtenir une copie du Guide des camps d’été - 564-3679.

Des camps de sport • Camp de hockey pour garçons et Filles - Complexe récréatif

Jim-Durrell. Renseignements: 564-1180/1099 • Camp de sport - Installation d’athlétisme Terry-Fox

Renseignements: 564-1094 • Camp aquatique - Piscine Saint-Laurent

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SPRING 1993 COMPOSTING WORKSHOPS PRINTEMPS 1993 - ATELIERS DE COMPOSTAGE Again this spring the City of Ottawa and the Peace and Environment Resource Centre are sponsoring a series of free composting workshops. Attend a workshop and learn all about the composting process, different composting methods, how to solve problems, and how to use your finished compost.

De nouveau, ce printemps, la Ville d'Ottawa et le Centre de ressource pour la paix et l'environnement offrent gratuitement une série d'ateliers de compostage. Inscrivez-vous et découvrez tous les secrets du processus de compostage, les diverses méthodes, les façons d’enrayer les problèmes et comment utiliser votre produit fini.

7 he courses are offered free of charge but please phone the appropriate community centre to let them know you will attend. All workshops are offered in English between 7:00 and 9:00 p.m. unless otherwise indicated.

Forbes Community Centre 715 St. Laurent Blvd. (564-8414)

Dovercourt Community Centre 411 Dovercourt, (564-1072)

Hintonburg Community Centre 1064 Wellington St. (564-1066)

Hunt Club/Riverside Community Centre 3320 Paul Anka Dr. (521-1392)

Glebe Community Centre 690 Lyon South (564-1058)

Heron Rd Multi-Service Centre 1480 Heron Rd. (564-7320)

St. Pierre Community Centre 353 Friel (564-1060)

Sandy Hill Community Centre 250 Somerset East (564-1062)

Wednesday, May 12 Wednesday, May 26 (French)

Sunday, May 16 2:00 - 4:00 p.m.

Sunday, May 2 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. Wednesday, May 19 (French)

Monday, May 3

Wednesday, May 5 Wednesday, May 12 Wednesday, May 26 (French)

Sunday, May 16 2:00 - 4:00 p.m.

Tuesday, May 11 (French)

Tuesday, May 18

Special courses are also being offered this year on composting indoors with a vermicom- poster. Learn how to compost in your home, apartment, or office at one of the following workshops:

Les cours sont offerts gratuitement mais il importe de communiquer avec le centre communautaire approprié pour l’informer de votre intention de participer. Tous les ateliers se déroulent en anglais entre 19 h et 21 h, sauf indications contraires.

Centre communautaire Forbes 715, boul. Saint-Laurent (564-8414)

Centre communautaire Dovercourt 411, rue Dovercourt(564-1072)

Centre communautaire d'Hintonburg 1064, rue Wellington (564-1066)

Centre communautaire Hunt Club/Riverside 3320, prom. Paul-Anka (521-1392)

Centre communautaire Glebe 690, rue Lyon Sud (564-1058)

Centre communautaire polyvalent du chemin Heron (564-7320) 1480, ch. Heron

Centre communautaire Saint-Pierre. 353, rue Friel (564-1060)

Centre communautaire de la Côte-de-Sable 250, rue Somerset Est (564-1062)

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le dimanche 16 mai de 14 h à 16 h

le dimanche 2 mai de 14 h à 16 h le mercredi 19 mai en français

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Des cours spéciaux sont également offerts cette année sur le compostage intérieur à l'aide d'un vermicomposteur. Apprenez comment composter dans votre maison, votre appariement ou au bureau à l'un des ateliers suivants :

Ottawa South Community Centre Wednesday, May 5 260 Sunnyside (564-1064)

Hunt Club/Riverside Community Centre Monday, May 10 3320 Paul Anka Dr. (521-1392)

Centre communautaire d'Ottawa-Sud le mercredi 5 mai 260, rue Sunnyside (564-1064)

Centre communautaire Hunt Club/Riverside le lundi 10 mai 3220, prom. Paul-Anka (521-1392)

NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNERS By-law number 165-73 regulates the

use and care of our streets.

This is to remind property owners that your arc responsible for cutting the grass and picking up litter on the public portion of the street lying between the road- way and your property.

This year the By-law will be strictly enforced. Failure to clean up this portion of the street could result in the City doing the work for you and charging you for the work and administration fee.

Please help keep the city clean and safe.

AVIS AUX PROPRIETAIRES FONCIERS L'Arrêté municipal 165-73 régit l'u-

tilisation et l'entretien des rues

Le présent avis vise à rappeler aux pro- priétaires fonciers qu'ils ont la respons- abilité de tondre le gazon et de ramasser les détritus sur la partie publique de la rue qui se trouve entre la chaussée et leur propriété.

Information

Cette année, l'application de ce règle- ment sera rigoureuse.

Dans les cas de négligence, la Ville effectuera les travaux nécessaires et vous devrez en acquitter les frais d’administration.

Aidez-nous à garder la ville propre et sûre!

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Master Composter All you need is some experience in home composting and an interest in sharing your composting knowledge with your friends and neighbours, and we'll make you a Master Composter.

Receive hands-on training from the experts, a comprehensive composting manual, a City of Ottawa Master Composter Certificate .and an opportunity to truly make a difference. As a Certified Master Composter you could teach a composting workshop at your local community centre, give a presentation about composting to children at a nearby school or just help your neighbour down the road set up a composting unit.

To become a Certified Master Composter with the City of Ottawa you must: • complete an application form and return it

before the deadline,

• attend 30 hours of composting workshops presented by composting experts from the Recycling Council of Ontario, Experimental Farm and the Canadian Organic Growers Association, and

• fulfill a commitment to contribute at least 30 hours of your time sharing your composting experience within your community

A complete information package, including an application form is available by contacting the City of Ottawa's Composting Hotline at 564-3788.

Deadline for applications is May 21, 1993.

Call us at 564-3788 for more information

PARK TERMITES EATING BREWER PARK LAND By Russ Barton

What is it about urban green space which continually attracts proposals which will result in the green space ending up smaller or exploited in some way or other?

I am increasingly concerned with the array of developments proposed for Brewer Park in the past, present and which, no doubt, will be made in the future.

Brewer Park has recently faced or is facing the following:

Bronson Avenue and Dunbar Bridge widening (we're about to lose) A runoff settling (sewage) pond Sale of lots next to the park (we can still fight this one)

• A curling rink Baseball parking lot (we lost this one) Contiued re-use of the family courthouse and detention centre Non-profit housing building (recently vacated) Who knows what else some wretched park paver is cooking up

Like termites, environmentally-challenged municipal and provincial officials continue to quietly consider proposals to eat away at Brewer Park. For example, if Dunbar Bridge were repaired instead of widened by eating Brewer Park, the Region could save $3 million.

OSCA and other environmental groups have opposed the widening for several years. We were told the widening was needed to ease traffic congestion. We pointed out this was a minor problem better resolved by use of public transit. No indication was given that an enormous commercial and residential development was planned adjacent to the new Canada Post buildings as

If the land used up by the widening, settlement pond, parking lots and the lots to be sold were added up, I am sure it would total many acres.

What about the real environmental damage created by these things? Are you as concerned as I am? I was told that a recent consultant study claimed there was little important wildlife along the river at Brewer Park. We local residents know the rich abundance of animals and plants which flourish in this threatened area.

It is high time to start an Ottawa South Committee to Save Brewer Park. If you are at all interested, please come to the next OSCA Board meeting, Tuesday May 26, 7:30 pm at the Firehall. If you can't make it but want to be involved, call Deirdre McQuillan at the Firehall and tell her you want to be a member. No membership fee (yet).

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between June 17 and 19 to receive yourfeedbaok on the report. Call 560-4085

to pre-register and/or to get your copy of the Interim report.

Cette annonce est disponible en fiançais, composer 560-1335.


OTTAWA SOUTH LIBRARY NEWS

TOP TEN ADULT

Here is our ten most-requested-items list. All books are available upon request at the the South Branch. There is usually a waiting list for the most popular books. There is no charge for reserving a book, (although there is a fine for failing to pick up a reserved book). There are a lot more to choose from as well! And a library card is free to all Ottawa residents and taxpayers.

1. John Grisham 2. Michael Ondaatje 3. Gloria Steinem 4. Jonathan Kellerman 5. Germaine Greer 6. Charles Givens 7. David Chilton 8. Michael Caine 9. Antonia Fraser 10. John Grisham

The Client The English Patient Revolution from Within The Devil's Waltz The Change Wealth Without Risk for Canadians The Wealthy Barber What's it All About? The Lives of Henry VIII The Pelican Brief

CHILDREN'S PROGRAMS AT THE SOUTH BRANCH

Here is a list of forthcoming Children's Programs. Everyone is welcome, but please not that some of the events require pre-registration.

Friday June 4 - 2pm - PD Day Films: take a trip with amazing travel films for 4 to 8 year olds (45 min)

Tuesday June 29 - 2pm - PD Day Films: celebrate the magic of summer with films for 4 to 8 year olds (45 min)

Storytime for 3 to 5 year olds. Mondays at 10:30am until June 28 and Wednesdays at 10:30am & 2:15pm until June 30. Pre-registration is required for Wednesdays.

Saturday Stories and Films for 4 to 7 year olds at 10:30am June 26.

Babes in the Library with music, rhymes and books for babies from birth to 18 months. Thursdays at 9:30 am until June 17. Pre-registration required.

Time for Twos with stories and films for two year olds. Mondays at 9:30 am until May 31. Pre-registration required.

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Join our SUMMER READING CLUB and explore the neighborhood. Help save the Environment through our summer reading game. Registration begins June 29. For all ages.

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What better way to celebrate another five months of bare arms and runners than with a community dance?

Friday, May 28th is the date for our next community fete held at the Old Firehall. This will give all of you who have wanted to experience of the power of music, an opportunity to do so. Come on out and loosen your bones on the dance floor!

Every event so far has been a lot of fun for all those who came to listen, as well as those who have volunteered their time. The emphasis will be on dancing and generally having a great time in a smoke free, relaxed atmosphere with friends and neighbours.

There will be an jopen stage between 8 pm and 9 pm to start the dance with four spaces available for all you closet musicians (we know you're out there!).

The dances are volunteer-run and we need willing bodies to help out with the setup and/or the refreshment sales. Anyone interested in giving an hour or so of their time for performing or helping out please call Beth at 730-4996.

The band would like the say farewell to two of its very talented and versatile members. Tim Noel, lead guitar player extraordinaire, is off to seek the greener neon grasses of Vancouver and Bob Adamyk is taking a break from performing with the band to concentrate on his own musical endeavors. Good Luck, Guys!

Remember to make a date for Friday, May 28th, starting 8 pm, at the Old Firehall and don't forget your dancing shoes.


Ottawa South Teens SHE

By Robin Karuna

Sitting in front of her now, No longer seeing her beauty. Her being controlled by authority, Like being strapped to the bow.

On the sea I see her vibrance, But now I see it no more. On the dock I feel her presence, Knocking on heaven's door.

Shouting my anger, feel her pain, Far away she has gone. Now I can't blame it on the rain, So I have to blame in on the dawn.

All our friends said we were hot, Her parents were so glad. Now I'm alone, my dreams are shot, I feel like I've be had.

She's gone, she's gone, out of my arms, And into the bosom of Doom. Persuaded by his wonderous charms, To live with the Patron of Gloom.

So out to the sea, I look for her, The beauty one I saw... Is now a dull, grey blur, Now that she is in Death's maw.

By David Oxley

WHO WANTS TO GO CAMPING? By Aimée Anderson

On the weekend of June 18, 19 and 20, the Teen Committee will be going camping to Lac Phillipe in Gatineau Park. Those who attend the Friday night drop-in on a regular basis will have priority for the twenty spots available for the trip. After May 28 and if there are still spaces available, anyone else will be able to sign up on a first come, first served basis.

The actual cost of the trip has yet to be determined. But we have made a first calculation based on 20 people and we think that the cost would be about S20.00. Transportation, equipment and food for the whole weekend will be included in the total. It should be kept in mind however, that this amount could increase or decrease depending on the number of participants.

Obviously, many details must still be worked out, so please stay tuned to the next edition of OSCAR for more details. If you can't wait, want more information or would like to help, drop by the Firehall or call Aimee at 564-1064.

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By Brian Lynch and Cymbria Fels, Grade 5

On Saturday April 24, St. Margaret Mary's School held its Third Annual Potluck Dinner and Talent Showcase Extravaganza. When everyone had settled down and the roar of talking had subsided (momentarily) the announcement was made that the feast could begin! !

First, there was a mad rush at the food table, but after a couple of minutes, everyone sorted themselves out into a line. After a time of munching, crunching and going up for seconds, came the time for dessert. It seems at potluck, you can't go wrong with dessert!

The Showcase Extravaganza was co-hosted by Genevieve Casey and Jennifer Gough. There were many excellent performances in the program, including keyboard solos, violin solos, recorder solos and duets, singing and poetry. There was also a rap/jazz dance. The grand finale Mystery Musical Group turned out to be our teachers dressed as nuns lip-syncing My Guy from Sister Act.

Door prizes were handed out to four lucky winners who held the

lucky numbers. A special thank you to our sponsors - Hillary Cleaners, the Bike Stop, Dairy Queen and Susan Connolly's - who provided great door prizes. Many thanks to Mrs. Reynolds and Mrs. Turner for all the work they put into organizing this evening.

The evening was a huge success. Everyone had fun and we raised over $400 for St. Margaret Mary's School.

In an additional note, the fundraising committee would like to give credit to all the students who entertained us all with their varied talents: Patrick Leonard, Brian Lynch, Paul Burke, Nicky Leonard, Thomas Casey, Alexa Reynolds. Genevieve Casey played the keyboard. Mark Dance sang a song about ducks. Anne Dance, Jonathan Huh and Catherine and Angela MacKay played the recorder.

Andrea Emond and Julia Stark played the violin. Michael Turner and Matthew Reynolds sang Cowboy's Lament. Alin Fedorwicz recited Alligator Pie. Justine Montgomery did a monologue and Anjali Nundy, Genevieve Casey, Jessica McMichael and Jaime Bowen performed a rap/jazz dance.

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GALA AUCTION ROUND-UP

by Peggi McNeil

Amid spring-like decorations, helium balloons and terrific items and services to bid on, Hopewell School’s Gala Auction raised over $6,000 to support arts activities at the school.

About 175 people turned out to bid on everything from bridge lessons, to Senators tickets, to getaway weekends, to artwork, to home-made dog biscuits. Delicious hors d’oeuvres and refreshments were on hand for lucky bidders!

Auctioneer Michael Spooner (see photo) kept the proceedings rolling in a lively fashion with his good

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natured banter and excellent auctioneering skills. Special thanks to Mr. Spooner for donating his services to support our auction.

The Canterbury Orchestra provided magnificent pre-auction musical entertainment to an appreciative audience.

Special thanks to Linda Friesen who donated a raffle prize of a personalized drawing of a favourite child in a favourite sport or artistic activity.

The Auction Committee also wants to extend a thank you to all those terrific people who offered items large and small for the sale, plus all those who donated food for the evening. Lansdowne Printing did all of our printing for free.

CALLING ALL PARENTS

Auction funds will be used to ^ support an enhanced arts program at the school, "hands on" activities for the children to experience. Over a two year period, a committee of three parents, three teachers and one Hopewell vice-principal or principal will review proposals from teachers on how to most effectively spend the money.

Efforts will be made to spread the $6,000 equally across the three divisions so that primary, junior and intermediate students all benefit.

We need parent reps for this committee. Please contact Virginia Taylor at 730-2175 if you wish more information or want to volunteer for the committee.

by Christina Hecht

FARMERS FOR A DAY

by Judy Erwin

For Carol Anne Hassar's grade 1 students of Hopewell, Tuesday, April 27 was a day filled with fun, adventure and learning at MacSkimming Science Farm.

Fascinated students were introduced to Rusty, a gentle, entertaining rooster, who repeatedly crowed for them and allowed them to touch his feathers, comb and wattles. This was followed by a trip to the hen house and an opportunity to gather, wash, candle and grade eggs. Did you know that brown hens lay brown eggs, while white eggs are layed by black or white pullets?

At the sheep bam, students were excited by the chance to pet ewes, rams and two popular frisky lambs. More hands-on experience, as the children enjoyed cleaning, washing, drying, carding, spinning and even singing about fleece!

Finally les fermiers et fermières enthusiastically prepared food for the farm animals. Each one, armed with a large bucket and scoop, weighed oats, barley, grain and com and watched the noisy grain grinder mix and grind their efforts into a palatable mixture.

Following an outdoor hotdog lunch, which they cooked themselves over an open fire, the young scientists were treated to an afternoon nature walk.

Experienced guides led them through swamps, into mud and over

wooden bridges. The spring peepers were wonderful to hear and watch and a magnifying glass allowed the children to examine the stumps of old trees. So ended a truly marvelous day.

SPORTSBEAT

by Isaac Cockbum

Two basketball tournaments took place this month. The girls’ O.B.E. tournament happened first. It was hard fought and the girls played very well, but in the end were beaten.

The other tournament was the boys' O.B.E. Tournament. They were in the "B" division and had very, very stiff competition. Like the girls they played very well but lost. European handball will be starting next month.

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CLJZSSy M)S For Sale: Sofa and chair. Good condition. $100.

Call 567-7834 evgs

For Sale: Boy's freestyle bike - $60, Girl Guide t-shirt (lg) and shorts (14) - $15 set, Quint doll set with house, furniture, extras - $40, Lite Brite set - $8, Cabbage Patch dolls - Premie - $12, Toddler - $14, Little Miss Makeup Doll $12

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For Sale: 2 Ikea single mattresses in very good condition, 75"x30", both together will fit Queen size bed. $25each. Ikea Sundbom pine bed, 84"x50" with mattress in excellent condition. $150.

Call 730-3928

For Sale: Apartment size fridge, white. Asking $125.

Call Larry Ostler 730-9080

For Sale: Bicycle extension to convert regular bike to tandem for parent and child (3-7yrs). Seeing is believing. $200.

Call 730-4985

For Sale: Sears Kenmore Washer. Almost like almost new. Works well. Must sell. Kick its tires.

Call Klara 730-1983

For Sale: 386 IBM compatible computer, 70 meg hard drive, 2 meg RAM, 2 floppies, modem, mouse, mono paperwhite VGA 14" monitor. EPSON SQ 2500 inkjet, wide carriage printer, manuals, software. Asking $900. Call 226-7974

House to Share: House to share in Ottawa South with non-smoker. Large bedroom with own bath. Parking, fireplace, all appliances, nice garden. $415 inc. all utilities. June 1.

Call 730-6028

For Rent: Single room for non- smoking female student or business woman. Attractively furnished, near Windsor Parie on Belmont. $320 monthly. References req'd.

Call 730-6180

For Rent: Apt for single, quiet person, Brewer Park - 5 min to Carleton. No pets, no parking. $400 monthly inc. utilities, laundry. Occupancy to be arranged.

Call 730-0645

For Rent: 1800 sq.ft., 3 br. fireplace, dining room. $1100 monthly inc. laundry, parking. June 1 or July 1.

Call 235-0021

House To Share: Bank & Sunnyside. Huge house to share, carpeted, cable in bedrooms, washer/dryer, outside shed, deck. Great price.

Call Caroline 730-6094

Wanted to Rent: Ottawa South / Hopewell School area. 3-4 bedroom home with large kitchen, family room preferred, for a quiet, clean, responsible family (professionals). Aug 1/Sept 1 1993.

Call Villia 730-2520 evgs

Cottage for Rent: Fully equipped, 2 bedroom cottage on Cape Cod. On large freshwater lake, close to beaches, national seashore, factory outlets and historic Boston.

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Cottage for Rent: Ottawa river beachfront. Ile du Grand Calumet, 1.5hr drive west. 2 bedroom, all amenities, views, walks, swimming, boating, biking, fishing. After Aug. 7. $350wk. Call 730-4360 evgs

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Cottage for Rent: fully equipped, 3 bedroom, 1 hr drive, Lanark/Perth. 8 acres of nature, swimming, boating, fishing, birding, antiquing, shops, privacy.

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Cottage for Rent: Shawville, Que. 1 hr drive. Indoor plumbing, 200' lake frontage, great swimmming. June 12-July 17.

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Cottage for Rent: Big Rideau Lake, close to historic Narrows Lock. First two weeks July. $400wk.

Call Brian or Norma 730-1988

Needed: Seniors Outreach Services volunteers to visit seniors at home and drivers to escort seniors to medical appointments.

Call 230-5730

Wanted: Different play apparatus to fit into tiny backyard, suitable for 7 & 2 yr olds.

Call 730-4985

Students Wanted: Violin teacher looking for students for fall term. Masters (U of T) in performance, violin. 12 yrs teaching, 5 yrs on faculty of Royal Conservatory (Toronto).

Call 730-1836

Nanny to Share: Full or part-time care available Sept. Our 2 children will be at Hopewell PM JK & all day Gr.2.

Call 730-4791

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Nanny to Share: Fun toddler looking for same 1.5-2 yrs, to share wonderful caregiver. Lots of outings. September. My home on Brighton. Call 730-2223 evgs

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Nanny Needed to Share: For two work-at-home Moms to share a 4mth old and a 2 yr old. June 15. South.

Call 730-4265

Home Support: Abbotsford Seniors Outreach has qualified home support workers available to do housecleaning, yardwork, window washing at reasonable rates.

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Ottawa South Co-operative Playgroup registration for Sept '93 (18 mths to 3 yrs) at general membership meeting, June 8, 7:30pm. Old Firehall, 260 Sunnyside. For info:

Call Susan Dridger 730-5742

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Bytown Co-operative Nursery School at St. Margaret-Marys School taking registration for Fall '93 (2.5 to 4 yrs). For info: Call 730-4384 days 731-0514 evgs

Ottawa South Garage Sale Ottawa South needs its own community-wide Garage Sale, probably this Fall. If you think this is a good idea, help make it happen. Suggestions and ideas needed.

Call Bart St.John-Smith 730-6099

Fentiman Street Sale Saturday May 29, 9 am - 4 pm. Raindate Sun. May 30. Stock up on Junk.

STOP THE PRESS AGAIN Belmont Street Sale Moved! Please note that we've moved our Sale to Saturday June 5. Its just a feeling we have. 9 am to 4 pm, unless it's all gone by noon. Belmont from Bank, across Riverdale to the River. See you there!

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