The Annual Great Glebe Garage Sale

Ladies and gentlemen, SAVE THE DATE!!

The Annual Great Glebe Garage Sale is on MAY 28th 2011 from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm!
Every year, I always look forward to this crazy neighbourhood event. I think all of Ottawa comes to shop for people's trash in this upscale area. The nice part is that the stores on Bank street also have a street sale!
I am announcing it early this year, because it seems that people I know always miss it!

Here are a few pointers:

• Parking is crazy and hard to find- Either, come early, park far or get here by foot (although this will limit your ability to buy large items)



• Bring shopping bags or a backpack- it's good for the environment and you will have lots to carry!



• Get there early- To get your hands on the good stuff!



• Bring lots of cash- ATMs are busy and run out of money!



• Pack a light purse- you don't want to fuss while you shop, you need both hands!



• Wear good shoes and sporty clothes- You don't want your feet to deprive you of miles of garage sales!



• Bring water- It's always a nice hot day, and you will get quite a work out!



• Dress for the weather- There is no plan B for rain!



• It's for charity- Sellers donate 10% of their proceeds to the Ottawa Food Bank!



• Come hungry- Lots of street food being sold!



• Bargain, bargain, bargain- Sometimes the prices can seem a bit ridiculous!



• Do I need a map? Not really, just make your way through the houses between the 417 and Sunnyside at Bank street.

For more Info-contact them by Email or visit the official website!

Spring into The Ottawa Antiques Show

This has to be one of my favorite events in Ottawa! I've posted lots of posts in the past about this event. I have even shared pics of some of the furniture I bought in the past.

Finally it's here, the Spring Ottawa Antiques Show! Print this coupon and save $2 off your entry fee. Admission is $8 for adults over 18.

Friday March 25: 5 pm-9 pm
Saturday March 26: 10 am-5 pm
Sunday March 27: 10 am- 4 pm

Location: The Fieldhouse at Carleton University, at Bronson and Sunnyside Ave. Free parking!!

For more information or to get on the mailing list, email the event here. The event manager is Catherine Knoll. Check out their website.

21 in Ottawa... FOREVER!

Here ye, here ye!

It is with great excitement that I announce to you all that a "Forever 21" is coming to a Rideau Centre near you!

Basically they are closing down the small food court (Timy's, Burger King and some Shawarma place). The F21 will replace the BK and have its own entrance on Rideau Street! How exciting!

Here is a more detailed blog post about the entire story!

This amazing store has clothing for men, women, young girls, maternity and even a plus size women! This is great for just about anyone! I really hope the Ottawa store carries all of these selections.

They not only sell affordable and trendy clothing, but shoes, purses and loads of costume jewellery and accessories!

There truly is something for everyone.

I will do my best to keep you all in the loop!

Winterlude- give it a taste!

What I love most about Ottawa in the new year is looking forward to all the winter activities that I am supposed to be partaking in... if I can leave my warm cozy house.

My favourite thing in particular is the "Taste of Winterlude"

The Taste of Winterlude festivities begin Jan 27 to Feb 21 2011. Choose from a selection of top restos in Ottawa, and sample a featured menu for a great price! Looks like there are booking up fast, so step on it!

Taste of Winterlude features exclusive culinary events that highlight local chefs, sommeliers, winemakers and Canadian products.

I just came across their site today through a facebook ad... possibly the most effective ad for me yet!

I usually grab the TOW booklet from a participating restaurant and use it as "Checklist" of places I need to try. I also love using my Urbanspoon account that automatically keeps track of this for me :)

I haven't booked a restaurant yet, but I am looking at Murray Street as a possible option.

Let me know where you would like to go or if you have any recommendations!

Bon Appétit!

Furniture Sale! Today Only- Dec 2 2010

FURNITURE SALE, TODAY ONLY!!!

Hey O' fans, I received an exclusive email today from our friends at MIKAZA. The sale is on today only, DECEMBER 2 from 5pm to 9pm.

HAPPY HUNTING!!

Remeber my chair that I wanted in the window... I blogged about it here. Anyways, they really want me to have it at a good price. I sorta have plans tonight... but I will try my best to make it out there!

Let me know if you get anything.

The address is: 120 Du Portage, Hull, QC, J8X 2K1

Sunnyside Village Sale!

Just in time for the holoidays!

THE BUCK SHOPS HERE!

Thursday November 25th from 5:00pm to 9:00 pm.

Visit the Sunnyside Village (Bank street at Sunnyside) merchants for great deals and special rates!

Store include:

Ottawa Folklore Centre

Seize the Moment Photography

The Clothes Secret

Grace in the Kitchen

Framed!

Cyclery

Life of Pie

Mother tongue books

Global Pet Foods

Boomerang Kids

Mud Oven

Wag

shopping in the o'

I was in the Market resently and discovered that maybe the shopping scene is getting a bit better. I mean, it's nothing comaparable to Montreal or Toronto, but I think with time, we will be pleasantly surprised. Here is a list of my top favorite stores and boutiques. This post was inspired by a one page flyer that I took from a store that I just discovered (Roadtrip... younger sister to
Trustfund, which I am familiar with) Lots of cities have these types of maps that are available to tourists (heck, or even locals!) to help them find like-minded business :)

1. Trustfund- trendy clothes with higher end labels ... "it's more for investment peices..."
2. Roadtrip- Trustfund's younger sister. Great labels, but way more affordable.
3. Schad- very expensive wishful shopping
4. Urban Outfitters! Finally open.
5. Frou Frou- for the wilder/unique side of your look
6. Milk (this blog needs some work)
7. Workshop- hand crafted clothing by local designers, very orginal stuff
8. Victoire- very cute trendy stuff
9. Zara
10. Aritzia

Please feel free to share your experiences or let me know if there are any stores that I have missed in the market!