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Newsletter Archive

Every past issue of Manotick's free weekly newsletter — local events, business spotlights and hidden gems.

Two Manotick Traditions, One Saturday: September 12th

The Shay Way Memorial Car Show and Taste of Manotick team up for one big day downtown, plus a spotlight on James Angus of Engel & Völkers and a hidden gem in Mill Street Florist.

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Derby, Drones, and a Day in the Park This Sunday

The village packs a season into one Sunday — Soapbox Derby, Picnic in the Park and the rescheduled drone show — plus Garvin Barbecue and the folks at the MVCA.

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August 30th Is a Big One, Plus Babbo’s Cucina Italiana

Derby, picnic and a rescheduled drone show all land on one day, a Manotick favourite finally gets its spotlight, and a hidden gem in Dickinson Square.

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A Grand Opening, a Beloved Shop Reopens, and a Hidden Gem

Green Spirit reopens on Main Street after seven months for what the owner is calling a final season, alongside a brand new grand opening in the village.

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Shakespeare in the Park, Smashburgers, and Real Sales Conversations

A Midsummer Night’s Dream takes over Centennial Park, Smash-N-Dash rolls its truck into the Rona lot, and Pivot Network takes the business spotlight.

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The Garden Party on the Rideau, Chairs for Charity, and Open Mic Night

The Garden Party returns August 5 in support of The Ottawa Hospital Foundation, YOMA’s Chairs for Charity auction wraps up, plus Rolling Rideau Auto Spa and The Curated Room.

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Weeknight Specials, Sweet Treats, and a Hidden Gem for Your Pups

What’s happening around the village, coming events, weeknight specials worth planning around, delicious candy, and a Hidden Gem just for the dogs.

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Manotick's Weekly Dose of Local News, Events, and Hidden Gems

From a local farm's big win at city hall to a breakfast spot worth waking up for — grab a coffee and dig in.

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Puppy Parades, a Paddle for CHEO, and a Colombian Cafe Worth the Hype

Puppy parades, a paddle for CHEO, and a Colombian cafe worth the hype. 🐶☕

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Storms, Stories, and a Village-Wide Paddle for CHEO

Recovering from the Canada Day storms, local stories from around the village, and a village-wide paddle fundraiser for CHEO.

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Canada Day Is Back in Manotick + This Weekend's Hidden Gem

The very first edition of The Village Pulse — Canada Day is back in the village, plus a look at this weekend's hidden gem.

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