MUSIC IN THE PARK featuring Shabraque-Celtic with special guests “Patrick & Dorothée” under the domes on the Navan Fairgrounds at 7 p.m. Members of the Navan-Vars United Church will be on hand to sell some of their delicious goodies. BYOC Bring your own chair.

TRIVIA NIGHT from 6:30 p.m. at the Stray Dog Brewing Company. Exercise your grey matter before it turns to mush over the holidays. Reservations are a must to secure your spot. Send your team name and number of people to info@straydogbrewing.ca. The Stray Dog Brewing Company is located at 501 Lacolle Way in the Taylor Creek Business Park.

ORLEANS FARMERS’ MARKET from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the parking lot at the Ray Friel Recreation Centre on Tenth Line Road with a variety of local vendors ready to showcase their freshest produce, handmade goods.

COMMUNITY BBQ from 1 p.m. hosted by the Promenade Seniors Apartments, 150 Rossignol Way. Come and enjoy delicious BBQ treats and live entertainment. Free to attend. Call 613-688-8281 to RSVP.

LINE DANCING WITH STEPHANIE AND LEE from 7 p.m. at the Orléans Legion, 800 Taylor Creew Dr. in the Taylor Creek Business Park. Open to everyone. No cover charge.

CUMBERLAND FARMERS’ MARKET from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the R.J. Kennedy Arena in Cumberland Village with a variety of local farmers and vendors ready to showcase their freshest produce, handmade goods, and unique finds! FREE ADMISSION

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Kaley Williamson spent more than year battling the cancer that would eventually take her life on June 7. The 23-year-old Orléans resident was diagnosed with cervical cancer on March 17, 2025. She underwent six sessions of chemotherapy (approximately 50 days in hospital total) with side effects of a persistent fever that was hard to manage.

The Rotary Club of Orléans held its annual Young People of Character awards at the Shenkman Arts Centre on June 14. During the ceremony, 24 local youth were recognized for their achievements in a variety of areas including Courage, Leadership, Persistence, Creativity, Positive Attitude, Compassion, Integrity and Social Responsibility. Read more

 

Orléans-area athletes braved unseasonably chilly weather this week to post a significant number of top three finishes at the National Capital high school track and field championships. Read more

As Orléans continues to grow as one of Ottawa’s most diverse and dynamic communities, the need for clear, accurate and culturally sensitive communication has never been greater. Whether for business expansion, professional exchanges or immigration procedures, residents and companies alike increasingly rely on trusted language specialists who understand both global standards and local realities. Read more

The Shenkman Arts Centre is playing host to a number of great shows this month with something to offer everyone including live music, theatre and children’s entertainment. The month kicks off with a performance by Bedouin Soundclash, who bring their unique mix of reggae, ska and rock to the Harold Shenkman Hall on Friday, March 6. Ticket prices range from $20 to $62. Read more