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Thanks to the Manor Park listserve, Christine and Paul MacMillan helped Sloane Smith (centre) recover the mobile phone she lost in Italy. Photo: Doug Banks

When (lost) in Rome . . .

Losing her phone in Italy would have been a disaster, Sloane Smith found help surprisingly close to home

Leaving my phone behind in Italy was not something I had on my 2023 bingo card, especially after almost everything… Continue reading “When (lost) in Rome . . .”

Before working as an architect in Ottawa, Beth Stikeman studied art and architecture at McGill University and at the École du Louvre in Paris. Photo: Doug Banks

‘A portrait of happiness’–How an artist colours your soul with joy

Artist among two Manor Parkers featured in the 2023 New Edinburgh Studio Tour

A palette of joyful colours that captures all of your senses! That is what Manor Park artist Beth Stikeman offered… Continue reading “‘A portrait of happiness’–How an artist colours your soul with joy”

Martha Nixon has a home studio to paint in, but when it comes to her encaustic painting, she has to work on the back porch. “It doesn’t smell so great to tell the truth. When they’re done, all you can smell is honey but while I’m making them it’s more of an acrid smell.” Photo: Doug Banks

Martha Nixon finds the space to be playful in her art

Artist among two Manor Parkers featured in the 2023 New Edinburgh Studio Tour

When Manor Park artist Martha Nixon began to pursue art after retiring over 20 years ago, she found herself quickly… Continue reading “Martha Nixon finds the space to be playful in her art”

A photo of Manor Park resident Colin Chalk who passed away in summer 2023.

Manor Park Notables: Colin Chalk (1949 – 2023)

Leaps of faith, a sharp wit, a love of fellow beings (and music)--Hallmarks of a life well lived.

Manor Park Notables remembers Colin Chalk. Colin was born and bred in Wales, U.K., left his beloved homeland in August… Continue reading “Manor Park Notables: Colin Chalk (1949 – 2023)”

Low summer attendance leads to cancellation of monthly markets

New plans include holiday market

Going on the strength of community requests, the Manor Park Community Council and Ottawa Street Markets mapped out a monthly… Continue reading “Low summer attendance leads to cancellation of monthly markets”

Author and retired civil servant Jennifer Cook Baniczsky grew up in northern England during the Second World War and has travelled extensively with her family. Photo supplied

Meet Your Neighbour—Jennifer Cook Baniczsky

Who are you? My name is Jennifer Cook Baniczky. I have lived on Bedford Cres. for over 30 years. Where… Continue reading “Meet Your Neighbour—Jennifer Cook Baniczsky”

VHA is currently seeking interested individuals to help guide our efforts in several key areas, including risk management and quality, and government relations. Photo by Sunan Wongsa-nga Vecteezy

VHA seeks new recruits for its board of directors

The Visiting Homemakers Association (VHA) Health and Home Support branch is recruiting new volunteers to join our board of directors…. Continue reading “VHA seeks new recruits for its board of directors”