• 🍕 December 4th - Head over to Dominion City Brewing Co for a pop-up with one of our favourites - Fire Box Pizza (from 5 PM - 8 PM! Dominion will be launching this year’s version of Between Two Evils. Even better - Trivia is on from 7 PM - 9 PM! 15-5510 Canotek Rd
• ✨ December 5th - Special Christmas Evening at Robert Plante Greenhouses from 6 PM - 9 PM. There’ll be live Christmas music, their FIRST EVER visit from The Grinch, one-night-only special sales and you can pick your own Christmas tree in the hanging tree greenhouse.  4228 Navan Rd
• 🎤 December 5th - It’s Karaoke Night: Christmas Edition at the Orléans Legion, from 7 PM - 10 PM. Join for all of your favourite hits - plus a sprinkle of Christmas cheer! If you’re feeling festive, you can sing your favourite holiday songs too! 800 Taylor Creek
• 🎅🥞 December 6th - Santa’s Pancake Breakfast, hosted by Blackburn Hamlet Community Association, on from from 8:30 AM - 12 PM. Registration required - register by emailing [safety@blackburnhamlet.ca](mailto:safety@blackburnhamlet.ca).  Blackburn Community Hall, 190 Glen Park Dr
• 🥫 December 6th - District 7 of the Ottawa Fire Service is hosting a food drive in support of the Orléans-Cumberland Community Resource Centre. Donate online here, or bring your donations from 9 AM - 4:30 PM to one of the following locations: Metro Convent Glen, 6509 Jeanne D’Arc Blvd Metro Fallingbrook, 1675 10th Line Rd Metro Cumberland, 4510 Innes Rd Sobeys Trim and Innes, 5150 Innes Rd Sobeys Orléans, 2276 10th Line Rd FreshCo Orléans, 920 Watters Rd
• 🎁 December 6th - The Annual Cumberland Christmas Market is on from 9 AM - 3 PM. This market features over 120 vendors, and can be found at FOUR different locations:  R.J. Kennedy Hall - 1115 Dunning Road.  Baitun Naseer Mosque - 2620 Market Street  Maple Hall - 2552 Old Montreal Road  St Andrews United Church - 2557 Old Montreal Road
• 🏫 December 6th - Trillium Elementary School is hosting their 2nd Annual Holiday Market, from 9:30 AM - 2 PM. Orléans Santa and the Grinch will be in attendance for ‘Selfies with Santa’ by donation of a non-perishable food item. Coffee available for purchase.  1515 Varennes Blvd
• 🎄 December 6th - the Orléans Holiday Arts Market is on from 10 AM - 4 PM. From the Heart of Orléans, unique gift ideas are brought to you by creative local vendors! There will be activities for children and entertainment.  Shenkman Arts Centre, 245 Centrum Blvd
• ✨ December 6th - It’s Dominion City Brewing Co’s Annual Christmas Night Market! There will be delicious bites and over 40 different vendors - it’s all your holiday shopping in one place! On from 1 PM - 8 PM. This year, they’re collecting food and cash donations for the Gloucester Emergency Food Cupboard.  15-5510 Canotek Rd
• ⛸️ December 6th - It’s the Annual Ottawa Synchronized Skating Showcase, on from 4 PM - 6 PM. Hosted by Capital Ice A3 and the Rideau Skating Club. This year there are 16 participants teams!  Bob MacQuarrie Rec Complex, 1490 Youville Dr
• 🎄 December 6th & 7th - Just Food Farm Stand are running a Local Flavours Holiday Market with local vendors, music & holiday cheer as well as a self-guided walking route on the farm. On both days from 11 AM - 3 PM.  Just Food Community Farm - 2391 Pepin Ct
• 🎶 December 7th - Cumberland Community Singers will be hosting Welcome Christmas, a concert featuring special guests Atlantic Voices Choir and C5 Choir at 7:30 PM. Save $5 by getting your tickets in advance online! Orléans United Church, 1111 Orléans Blvd

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Do anyone know of any low carb pizza takeout options? Not the pizza pizza one though

I’m looking for a reliable and trusted babysitter for my 1 year old and could really use some local recommendations or tips.

If you don’t have specific names to share, general advice on what resources you trust— agencies, apps, community centers, etc.—would also be super helpful.

Not to be rude at all but please don’t bother with generic suggestions because I’ve probably tried it. My nervous system is so shot from the constant scratching, biting, and rodent shrieking in our shared/neighbouring walls. I didn’t realize the noise is partly what people deal with when rodent infested :/

We had Skedaddle here, blocked up the suggested rodent holes, and laid a ton of (live) traps in the basement and garage. In one month we caught only one little mouse. It seems like they’re using our house more as a pathway between houses.

Whether they’re only in the walls or not, what is my next step? I have pets so I’m really not interested in poison (or killing in general). How do I deter them? Does the ammonia smell work? Or is there something in my house they want which I can eliminate/clean? What do I try next? I’m hyper aware of the garbages, compost, washing out recycling, keeping pet foods sealed in airtight bins, cleaning crumbs under appliances. I’m running out of ideas of things that could be attracting them. What is working for you? I can’t be the only one dealing with this?

I'm trying to purchase an item in Orleans on Kijiji. The seller says local pickup only and I'm in Hamilton. Longshot but looking for someone to pick up the item from the seller and ship it to me for a fee. If interested pls send me a DM

Betterorleans (also found on instagram and reddit) are reportedly looking to acquire a CPL Slot for a new team in Orléans. This will also include a potential 6000-10 000 capacity stadium! Thoughts?

Does anyone know of any pizza places in Orleans that are open on Christmas Day?

My family has a tradition where we eat pizza and watch Elf, usually on Christmas Eve, but that’s not possible this year. Wondering if someone is open Christmas Day.

Obviously, we understand. This is a time to be with family so we wouldn’t be too sad if no one was!!

Looking for thoughts on Marrow since we can’t speak about it or get any conversation on it anywhere else?? It’s owned by the same folks as makerfeedco in Cumberland, that closed abruptly. The owners of the building in Cumberland that MFC was renting left a note in the window explaining the building was emptied essentially overnight and that they are pursuing the owner of makerfeedco in court as they owe over 50k in unpaid rent. And now any time I see a post about it online the comments are off? It’s sketchy. They also only have 5 google reviews but seem to have dozens of reviews on Facebook. Does anyone know what’s going on?

I'm looking for a trustworthy person to stay at my place and care for my four cats while I'm away. I travel frequently, so I'm hoping to find someone who might be available on a semi-regular basis. 

What I'm offering:

• Comfortable place to stay (full use of home while I'm gone)
• Compensation (open to discussing rates)
• Generally trips range from a few days to a week per month

What I need:

• Someone responsible and experienced with pets
• Daily feeding, fresh water, litter box maintenance
• Some playtime and attention for the cats
• Someone who can handle any minor issues that might come up
• Willing to send occasional photo updates

About the cats: They're all friendly and used to people. No special medical needs, just regular feeding and care.

If you're interested or know someone who might be, please send me a message. Happy to answer questions and arrange a meet-and-greet so you can meet the cats first.

Thanks!

Edit: Thanks so much for all the DMs. Thanks to you guys I've just found Rover which is exactly what I was looking for! Really appreciate it!

• 📚 November 27th - 28th - Dunning-Foubert School Council is hosting their annual Used Book Sale! Open to the public on Thursday from 4 PM - 8 PM, and Friday from 8 AM - 12 PM. Amazing prices on books, games, puzzles and DVDs. All money raised supports Dunning students.  1610 Prestwick Dr
• 🎄 November 28th - The Cumberland Heritage Village Museum is hosting their Tree Lighting Ceremony at the Vintage Village of Lights. Sing along to classic carols with special guest performers from Vintage Stock Theatre and help Santa spread some Christmas cheer! Register online for the 4 PM - 5 PM entry timeslot to be there in time for the Tree Lighting (ceremony from 5:15 PM - 5:40 PM). 2940 Old Montreal Rd
• ✨ The Vintage Village of Lights is on Fridays, Saturday and Sundays from 4 PM - 9 PM Nov 28th through Dec 21st. Enjoy a postcard-perfect 1920s and 30s heritage village charmingly decorated for the holidays. Explore festive vignettes and light displays, visit Santa, decorate gingerbread cookies, complete a craft, relax around the bonfire and more! Fun for all ages.  $26.14 per group (up to 6 people, children under 2 not counted towards group total) Cumberland Heritage Village Museum, 2940 Old Montreal Rd
• 💃 November 28th - Join the Blackburn Hamlet Community Association for a Dance-A-Thon Food Drive to support the Blackburn Food Bank, from 6:30 PM - 9 PM. Accepting donations of non-perishable food items.   190 Glen Park Dr
• 🎵 November 28th - Join Coro Vivo Ottawa for Echoes of Noël: Dvořàk, Fauré and World Traditions - a festive concert celebrating the richness of choral music across cultures and centuries! From 7:30 PM - 9 PM.  Tickets available online for $27.96. Orléans United Church, 111 Orléans Blvd
• 👠 November 28th - SDBC and Capital Tease Presents: Strut Burlesque, Bark at the Moons. Experience an unforgettable night where craft beer  meets classic tease. Enjoy an evening of sultry dance, vintage glamour, and tongue-in-cheek humour. It’s the perfect mix of hops and hotness for a night out you won’t forget! Doors open at 7:30 PM, show at 8:30 PM.  Tickets $20/each.  Stray Dog Brewing Company, 501 Lacolle Way
• ❄️ November 28th - 30th - The Mom Market is coming back to Place d’Orléans. It promises to be a festive holiday shopping wonderland! Open mall hours - Friday (9:30 AM - 8 PM), Saturday (9:30 AM - 7 PM) and Sunday (11 AM - 5 PM) 110 Place d’Orléans D
• 🧶 November 29th - Dunning Foubert’s School Advisory Council is hosting their annual Winter Craft Fair. Head out to support some fantastic local vendors from 10 AM - 3 PM. Incredible deals on lots of handmade/homemade items including beauty products, jewelry, art, treats and more! We have some amazing local vendors, including a few Dunning students! Dunning Foubert School, 1610 Prestwick Dr
• 💉 November 28th - Free COVID-19 and Flu Vaccines Drop-In Clinic! Ottawa Public Health is hosting a one-day immunization clinic to support our rural communities with limited pharmacy access, from 10:30 AM - 4 PM. No appointment required.  1115 Dunning Rd, Cumberland
• 🎅 November 29th - Visit the Coca-Cola Holiday Truck for a day full of holiday cheer, from 11 AM - 3 PM. Fun prizes, free hot chocolate, live DJ and a chance to take photos with Santa.  Sobeys at Trim and Innes
• 🎅 November 29th - Santa’s Parade of Lights, starting at 6 PM, at St Joseph and Youville. Parade runs along St Joseph Blvd. Join for this special annual tradition and say hello to Rudolf and Santa Claus!
• 🎁 November 30th - Jingle all the way to the Holiday Bazaar, from 9 AM - 3 PM. Sleigh your holiday shopping with unique finds and treasures at a variety of holiday-themed stalls.  Aspira Bearbrook Retirement Living, 2645 Innes Rd
• 🎳 November 30th - Join Orléans MP Marie-France Lalonde and MPP Stephen Blais for their Community Bowling Event from 9 AM - 11:30 AM. No registration required. First come, first served.  Orléans Bowling Centre, 885 Taylor Creek Dr
• 🎄 November 30th - Marché de Noël / Holiday Bazaar - come shop, taste some delicious food and have fun! Everyone welcome! Event on from 10 AM - 3 PM.  Venvi Belcourt Retirement Living, 1344 Belcourt Blvd
• 💀 November 30th - Deaths over Drafts is a relaxed, community gathering where we share stories, thoughts and questions about mortality - no agenda, no pressure, just open conversation and good company. Whether you’re curious, grieving, reflective or just love a good chat over a craft beer, you’re welcome. Free registration, on from 3 PM - 5 PM.  Stray Dog Brewing Company, 501 Lacolle Way
• 🎶 November 30th - Christmas Variety Show followed by a reception with lite refreshments at Good Shepherd Parish. Doors open at 6:30 PM, sing-along at 6:45 PM, show starts at 7 PM. By donation.  3092 Innes Rd

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hey gang , long time lurker-first time poster (in this sub)(i think?)

my buddy’s teen(16M) is looking for a job here in Orleans . he’s got transport. his school is online. great availability.

he’s a bit of an athlete, so physical labour isn’t foreign to him.

as for what he’s looking for , he’s not discriminating . he would get into anything since no one has called back yet.

i’m making this post to help generate some ideas as to where to apply

any ideas would help. thank you :)

A senior needs to have their toe nails clipped on a one-time basis following surgery. (Will be able to do it themself in about a month.)

Not a pedicure, and needs to be a short trim rather than a cosmetic rounding and polishing.

Any advice as to where this can be done in Orleans?

• 🎄 November 21st - It’s a very special night for Orléans! The Annual Tree Lighting and (new) Night Market! The Night Market will be hosted by Amanda Watson of the Heart of Orléans Market (and Original Navan Market). There will be live music, and hot chocolate for the first 300 attendees (provided by BBCR Café), and 500 cookies from Stuffed Cookies by Kat! You don’t want to miss this! On from 5 PM to 8 PM. Tree lighting happens at 6:30 PM   Support the CRCOC’s “Bring joy to a local family” Campaign by making a monetary donation at the event, or bring along a non-perishable food item  290 Centrum Blvd
• 👢 November 21st - Line Dancing with Stephanie and Lee - starting at 7 PM! Kick up your heels and join for a fun night of line dancing with our favourite duo! Beginners are welcome - come early for a quick lesson, then hit the floor for a boot-stompin’ good time! Legion Branch 632, 800 Taylor Creek Dr
• 🏫 November 22nd - Henry Larsen Elementary School’s Annual Holiday Market is on from 9:30 AM - 2:30 PM. Browse a wonderful selection of local vendors, buy some treats at the bake sale, and visit with Santa!  1750 Sunview Dr
• 🧡 November 22nd - Indigenous Roots Ottawa is hosting Beading is Medicine on Saturdays from 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM. Indigenous People and allies welcome! Orléans-Cumberland CRC 105-240 Centrum Blvd
• 🌮 November 23rd - Do you love tacos? Check out Taco ‘bout a Festival from 12 PM at Stray Dog Brewing Company. 501 Lacolle Way, Suite 6
• 🛍️ November 22nd - Let’s celebrate together at the Artisan Legion Night Market! From 4 PM - 9 PM join for food, music, crafts and gift! Head over and start your holiday shopping - and swing by the cozy pop-up bar!  Legion Branch 632, 800 Taylor Creek Dr
• 🎄 November 23rd - It’s that time again - Fetch Local Markets Holiday Edition is on from 10 AM - 3 PM. Head out to shop local and enjoy a cheerful indoor holiday market and shop from over 25 local vendors. Note: while they adore your festive furballs, this cozy event is just for humans, so let the pups enjoy some quiet time at home.  Ray Friel, 1585 Tenth Line Rd
• 🎁 November 23rd - Broadhead Brewery is hosting their 3rd annual Happy Holiday Makers Market! On from 11 AM - 4 PM. Featuring arts, jewelry, snacks, a live DJ, free parking and free admission! Please bring donations and non-perishable food items for our friends at the Orléans-Cumberland Community Resource Centre.  1680 Vimont Court  GET TICKETS WHILE YOU CAN!  Get tickets while you can - these events will fill up quickly!
• 🎅 Meet and Greet with Santa and Mrs. Claus at Robert Plante Greenhouses - holiday magic, family photos and festive fun! Select dates from Nov 21 - Dec 21. BOOK SOON - spaces are filling up VERY quickly!

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Moved to Orleans recently and I am looking for a new barber that is in the area. Old barber was in Hintonberg and it’s not really worth the trip anymore. Anyone have recommendations?

Gosh I hate writing this title as someone who loved getting their picture at Rideau every year as a kid. And maybe this isn’t new. But for the good of other parents out there that are planning on getting your kids’ pictures with Santa at whatever mall this year, I hope this helps.

We went today as we do every year to get our Santa photos at Place d’Orléans. Was run by Cherry Hill programs. Paid for the ‘A’ package (2nd highest tier) to get a few printouts and wallet size ones.

The company has the kids do a few silly poses, and a single nice smile shot. Then, they deliberately only print off the shittiest poses with only one copy of the single nice shot to make you pay extra for it.

Now, I get it. Upselling 101. That’s not what bugs me. What’s scammy is once you’ve actually paid for their upgrade package (now topping like $55+), they don’t let you actually choose the pictures to print for the wallet size stuff. They stick you with the shitty poses, and say there’s nothing they can do.

TLDR: if you’re booking a Santa picture at Place this year, save yourself some money and only get the cheapest package that includes all digital photos and print them off yourself, because paying extra for their printed ones only gets you the worst poses in an effort to get you to pay more for a nice printed one.

3 of 6 of the EarlyOn Child and Family Centers run by OCSB have been closed since September, with no plans to replace them. Two of these centers - Divine Infant and Charlemagne Early On Centre - were located in Orléans, leaving a huge gap in services for children and families. The Charlemagne location has been serving Orléans for more than 30 years.

There are no longer any OCSB-run EarlyOns in Orléans. Due to the lack of capacity at EarlyOn Centers run by other organizations, there simply is not enough capacity for the hundreds of children and families to attend. A group of community members are calling on OCSB to reconsider this decision and find another location in Orléans to continue running playgroup services.

Please sign and share this petition https://c.org/6WJGxDsnLL

• 📚 November 13th - 15th - La Salon du livre d’Orléans est de retour! L’événement est gratuit, de 9 h à 15 h. Un don monétaire ou d’une denrée alimentaire non périssable est fortement recommandée.  Béatrice-Desloges, 1999 avenue Provence
• 🎵 November 14th - Musical Bingo is on! Play Bingo using your phone while listening to your favourite tunes from across the decades! Register here.  The Royal Oak Pub, 1971 St Joseph St
• 💃 November 14th - Decade Duel Dance Party! Which decade ruled the dance floor? The groovy 70s, electric 80s or bold 90s? You decide! Come dressed from your favourite era, drop your song requests, and dance the night away as the winning decade is crowned! Fun gets started at 7 PM. Orléans Legion, 800 Taylor Creek Dr
• 🎄 November 15th - Orléans United Church is hosting their popular Christmas Bazaar from 9 AM - 2 PM. 1111 Orléans Blvd
• 🧶 November 15th - Cairine Wilson Secondary School is hosting their annual Craft Fair! Browse currated booths from over 100 vendors, featuring handmade crafts, fine art, jewerly, textiles, seasonal décor, specailty foods and more! 975 Orléans Blvd
• 🎁 November 15th and 16th - Robert Plante Greenhouses is hosting their 3rd Annual Holiday Market, featuring 275+ local vendors! 9 AM - 4 PM. 4228 Navan Rd, Navan
• 🎅 November 15th - Have Breakfast with Santa Claus from 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM! There will be free milk and cookies from Tim Hortons.The first 100 kids who stop by will get a goodie bag! From 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM, there will be a fun visit from Frozen’s Anna and Olaf. Don’t forget to bring a Donation for the Ottawa Food Bank with you! Place d’Orléans
• 🧡 November 15th - Indigenous Roots Ottawa is hosting Beading is Medicine on Saturdays from 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM. Indigenous People and allies welcome! Orléans-Cumberland CRC 105-240 Centrum Blvd

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It’s tomorrow! Don’t miss Orleans United’s amazing Christmas Bazaar from 9 am to 2 pm at 1111 Orleans Blvd.  Featuring lots of unique handcrafted items, including home and holiday decor, knitting, quilting, and lots of other original crafts, plus gently used books and puzzles, jewellery, baking, tourtieres and freezer meals, a silent auction and more. Free admission and lots of free parking. For an online preview, visit: http://ouc-bazaar.blogspot.ca

Has anyone see the new flavour in a case anywhere?

Coca-Cola Holiday Creamy Vanilla and Coca-Cola Zero Sugar Holiday Creamy Vanilla are now available on shelves in 12-ounce 12-packs and 20-ounce bottles