1. See Sean Cullen Live and LAUGH!
He is a multi-talented performer who has appeared on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, CBS’s The Late Late Show and was a finalist on NBC’s Last Comic Standing. If you need to be cheered up, this is the show for you! March 22, 2014.
http://www.ottawalittletheatre.com/cm1.cfm?fid=53&lang=1&html=special_events.html
2. Check out the Ottawa Tibet Film Festival
This second edition of the film festival is a unique opportunity for anyone to experience and learn more about the people, culture and land of Tibet through a series of feature-length movies, documentaries and short films. Held at the St. Paul University Amphitheatre on March 21 and 22, 2014.
http://ottawatibetfilmfestival.com/
3. Go see the Ikebana Exhibition at the Canadian Museum of Nature
The ancient art of Japanese floral design comes alive in this annual display of 50 unique and beautiful arrangements. Organized by the Ottawa chapter of Ikebana International, this exhibition is now in its 30th year at the Canadian Museum of Nature. March 20 – 23, 2014.
http://www.nature.ca/en/plan-your-visit/what-see-do/whats/ikebana
4. Attend the Ottawa Home & Garden Show
Mark your calendar for Ottawa’s largest home and garden show! You’ll get to see the very best products, services and experts in their field. Shop, save and discover what’s new all under one roof ! At the EY Centre. March 20 – 23, 2014.
http://www.ottawahomeshow.com/OHGS/EventsHome.aspx
5. This is your last chance! See “Two Views” Exhibition at Canadian War Museum
Two Views showcases evocative images illustrating the experiences of Japanese Americans and Japanese Canadians, as captured by celebrated American photographer Ansel Adams and Canadian photographer Leonard Frank. On display until March 23, 2014.
http://www.warmuseum.ca/event/two-views-photographs-by-ansel-adams-and-leonard-frank/
6. See “Piano Men” at the Casino du Lac-Leamy
This show will take you on a musical journey through the universe of show business’ greatest piano composers including Elton John, Billy Joel, Ray Charles, Barry Manilow, Little Richard, Fats Domino and Burt Bacharach. It is a tribute and musical extravaganza in celebration of the world’s greatest pianists-singers in history, whose impressive talent was well known and loved around the globe. March 21, 22, 28 and 29, 2014.
http://www.casinosduquebec.com/lacleamy/en/shows-events/piano-men-event-postponed
7. Take a Cheesy FUN-damentals “class”
This “class” is every cheese lover’s dream! Cheese Sommelier Vanessa Simmons will introduce you to cheeses from around the world, share stories about cheesemakers & show you the ‘whey’ as you learn cheese-y lingo, how artisan cheese is made, tips on buying cheese. . . and loads more! A gourmet lunch will also be served – yummm! March 22, 2014.
https://savvycompany.ca/savvy-events/#.Uyr5ba1dWGk
8. Endulge at the Poutine Festival
The University of Ottawa is hosting its first ever Poutine Festival as part of a celebration of the Mois de la francophonie. During this festival, you will have an opportunity to taste some of the best poutines in Ottawa. Vote for your three favourites and you will have the chance of winning a $250 gift card for the Rideau Centre. March 24 – 28, 2014.
https://uocal.uottawa.ca/en/node/7702
9. Support the arts and attend the NAC Orchestra Bursary Benefit Concert
Spend a delightful afternoon listening to chamber music performed by members of the NAC Orchestra with guest Kerson Leong, winner of the 2013 NAC Orchestra Bursary Competition. March 23, 2014.
http://nac-cna.ca/en/orchestra/event/8956
10. Grab breakfast at Flapjack’s Pancake Shack
Come to the Glebe and get some hot, fluffy pancakes, made with your choice of ingredients. Now that spring is here (sort of), you can enjoy them outside, in a courtyard with wood chips on the ground and rough-hewed log furniture. Great outing for the whole family! Located at 809 Bank St. (in the courtyard behind Mrs. Tiggy Winkle’s).
If you have other suggestions for fun things to do in Ottawa this week, post them in the comments below. See you around town Ottawa!
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