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Winter 2012 Programs The Program Guide fo the OSCA 2012 programs is now online here. Please have a look at the great programs being offered this winter, from cooking workshops at Life of Pie and Digital Photography with local photorapher extraordinaire Tom Alfoldi to our standard popular health and fitness for adults, and of course lots of programs for the kids. Online registration begins Dec. 7 at 8 pm, walk-in at the Firehall Dec. 8 at 9 pm.
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OOS Movie Producer Michael A. Dobbin Presents! Old Ottawa South resident and movie producer Michael A. Dobbin presents The Maiden Danced to Death from Quiet Revolution Pictures (Canada) with Cinema-Film (Hungary) and Casablanca Films (Slovenia), opening this Friday, Dec. 2 at Empire 7, World Exchange Plaza, 111 Albert St. It received "Official Selection" status at several film festivals, was written and directed by Screen Actor’s Guild award recipient Endre Hules, with other sterling actors and participants. Congratulations, Michael!
"Its the story of two brothers—two dancers—in post-Communist Hungary. One left, the other stuck it out. One gave his soul to commerce, the other to the Party. After twenty years, they meet again. And the dance begins." — Media Release
To book tickets: http://www.empiretheatres.com/movie/showtimes_by_theatre/16289/89/20111202
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Shout Brother!, a Men's ChoirShout Brother!, a men's choir led by Chris White, meets on Wednesday evenings from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Georgetown Pub, 1159 Bank Street. Participants learn foot-tapping pop and gospel songs by singing vocal parts distributed on CDs.
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Coming Events
A glance at the next two weeks of events in and around Old Ottawa South. To see the full list of events, visit the event calendar on the website.
Habitat For Humanity Christmas Tree Sale
01 Dec 2011 | 13:00 - 21:00
Ottawa Tennis and Lawn Bowling Club
Starting Dec.1st and running until the 24th, the Christmas tree 'store' in the OTLBC parking lot will be set up selling locally-grown Ontario trees. Pick up a great local tree and support Habitat's cause. Hours: Mon. - Fri., 1:00 pm - 9:00 pm; Sat. and Sun., 9:00 am - 9:00 pm. Free pony rides and horse-drawn wagon ride Sat. Dec. 17, 1-3 pm.
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Witches Don't Do Winter Book Launch Party
03 Dec 2011 | 15:00 - 17:00
Old Firehall
Join local authors of "Witches Don't Do Winter" from Little Witch Press for their book launch party. Bring the whole family and come in costume!
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Table d'hôte with Jeanne Lamon
03 Dec 2011 | 20:00
Southminster United Church
The renowned violinist and concertmaster of Canada's Tafelmusik orchestra joins the Ottawa Baroque Consort. Adults: $20; Students: $10;16 and under: Free when accompanied by an adult.
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Paintings and Jewellery Exhibit and Sale
04 Dec 2011 | 13:00 - 17:00
Two local architects are exhibiting and selling their work. For the third year in a row, Elaine DeCoursey will exhibit her recent paintings. Joining Elaine will be Brenda Wong, displaying her jewellery created for the event. Please drop by to see us at 39 Southern Drive.
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OSWatch Meeting
06 Dec 2011 | 19:30
Old Firehall
OSCA's watchdog committee on planning, development and zoning issues meets to discuss topics of concern in the neighbourhood. Come out and join the conversation; everyone welcome. Agenda available here.
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Conversation en français
07 Dec 2011 | 19:00 - 20:00
Ottawa Public Library - Sunnyside Branch
Improve your spoken French and meet new friends in a relaxed setting. Drop In. Also check out our Mango Languages - an interactive learning tool that uses sound and visual display to help immerse users in 37 different languages. Learn at your own pace. Library card required to access. |
Online Registration for OSCA Winter Programs Sarts
07 Dec 2011 | 20:00
Old Firehall
Online registration begins for OSCA's great 2012 Winter programs. Look for print brochure in December OSCAR newspaper and on this website soon. Walk-in registration starts Dec. 8 at 9 am at the Firehall, 260 Sunnyside Ave.
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OSCA Christmas Celebration
10 Dec 2011 | 13:00 - 16:00
Old Firehall
Featuring crafts, holiday cartoons, carolling, and a visit from Santa! Free admission.
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Write for Rights
11 Dec 2011 | 14:00 - 16:30
Southminster United Church
Annual Amnesty International Writeathon for human rights, all welcome to participate.
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Words and Music
11 Dec 2011 | 16:00
Trinity Anglican Church
An hour of music, readings and reflection.
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Pub Carolling at Patty's Pub
11 Dec 2011 | 16:30 - 18:00
Patty's Pub
Pub Carolling is a northern Yorkshire tradition of singing ancient 3 and 4 part Christmas songs. We’ve created our own tradition of singing rare holiday songs and you’re invited! Free! Loan of music provided by Ottawa Folklore Centre, with free instruction with Lee Hayes.
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Divine Mystery
11 Dec 2011 | 19:00
Southminster United Church
A journey in music and scripture through Advent and Christmas featuring the Southminster Church Choirs, a consort of strings, organ and piano. Freewill offering to go to the Christmas Hamper Project. |
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Le Cercle de lecture de l'Amicale
13 Dec 2011 | 19:00
Ottawa Public Library - Sunnyside Branch
Le roman Papa, parle-moi anglais comme maman! de François Xavier Simard est la lecture choisie pour décembre. La discussion sera animée avec la participation de l’auteur.
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Join OSCA—and Santa!—at the Firehall Dec. 10, 1 pm - 4 pm in a celebration of the Holiday Season. Free admission. Featuring Christmas crafts, Holiday cartoons at 1:30 pm and 3:00 pm, neighbourhood Christmas carolling and and an appearance by Santa at 3:30 pm. A good time will be had by all! Call 613-247-4946 to donate cookies. 
Why not give an OSCA gift certificate for Membership in the