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Latest news from the Macdonald Gardens Park: why parks and community efforts matter
By Ilona Horvath, Community Lead, Friends of Macdonald Gardens ParkMacdonald Gardens Park has seen both regular visitors this season – mostly residents living in the vicinity of the park – and kids from neighbouring schools and daycares, as well as others from near and far. They all benefit from the open greenspace for playing soccer,…
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Antica Café Opens in Lowertown East
By Nadia Stuewer The much-anticipated successor to Bamm’s Snack Shack on Cobourg Street in Lowertown East opened its doors in mid-July. Antica Café and Kitchen, and its owner Gilda Mackwood, are now welcoming customers with a zen atmosphere, friendly service, and a comfort food menu. Gone is the cluttered charm of Bamm’s, the sticker-covered tables,…
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Beyond the plaque: Champagne Bath
By Nancy Miller Chenier In 1987, the Champagne Bath at 321 King Edward Avenue was designated under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act. The heritage plaque on this building heralds the fact that the Champagne Bath is “a serious work of architecture, a significant social document, and a distinctive element in the King Edward…
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It’s back: Bordeleau Park’s beloved dock on the Rideau
By Sandra Milton and Nancy Miller Chenier, Adopters of Bordeleau Park After a brief disappearance earlier this summer, the much-loved dock at Bordeleau Park has made a welcome return to the Rideau River, thanks to the persistent efforts of city park staff and the local community. Installed originally around 2012, the floating wooden dock –…
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BAMM’s Snack Shack: A little family restaurant with a big heart
By Liz MacKenzie BAMM’s owners, Matt and Ashley Atton, are escapees from the dreary routines and pressures of office work. In Matt’s case, it offered a return to being a chef, far away from the mania of five-star hotel fine-dining management. Their breakaway plan took shape when Tugal, the Portuguese soccer hangout at the corner…
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Yard sales build community
By Tracey Vibert Every spring, all over cities and towns, signs start popping up announcing yard and garage sales. Shoppers looking for a good bargain seek out treasures, and neighbours pop out for a walk to see who is selling what, how folks are doing, and to socialize, maybe haggling a bit over that tool…
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