Far from your standard save-the-date: Wishtree Invitations & Design Inc.
Wishtree Invitations & Design, Inc. is the Kate Spade of Ottawa when it comes to invitations and stationeries. They are the experts of custom wedding and event invitations, stationery, and branding for small businesses. Established in 2009, this small boutique quickly grew from a side interest to a full blown business.
Sens Need to Fill the Void
Much of the chatter after the expansion draft centred on Ottawa being able to fill Methot's role from within.
Anthony Cardozo Explores the Many Facets of the Flag
It’s something that you see every day: most likely more than once, probably so much that it blends in with its surroundings and momentarily loses its meaning.
Pierre Kwenders Speaks the Language of Music
We talked to Pierre Kwenders fresh off his amazing TD Ottawa Jazz Festival set about blending genres, languages and exactly how he finds inspiration for his unique music.
Half Moon Run Gives a Show Everybody Wants
Closing out the Dragon Boat Festival's concert series, Half Moon Run, Kasador and Darcy's brought the heat, and only a touch of rain for a concert that was as diverse as it was impressive.
Jazz Fest Plays a Full House for the Gambler’s Last Deal
Everybody filling the lawn in Confederation Park for last night’s TD Ottawa Jazz Festival concert seemed to have some kind of connection to country legend Kenny Rogers.
Album Reviews – Lorde, Royal Blood and more
#OLMMusic checks out new releases by Lorde, DJ Smoke Weed Guy, Royal Blood, Lake Urmia and The Drums.
Red Hot Chili Peppers Soar at Canadian Tire Center
Shocking the crowd with an intense bass intro and shredding guitar, the Red Hot Chili Peppers opened the set on the red hot flames of a groove all before Anthony Kiedis even took the stage.
Dragoboat Festival Day 2
Despite the forecasted rain, Ottawa's second day of the annual Tim Hortons Dragonboat festival pleased crowds with their first taste at a race and music from talented Canadian musicians Kalle Mattson, The Zola's and Dear Rouge.
Zolas Feel the Music
Moving forward with their sound, the Zolas really shook things up when their latest album Swooner shifted to more pop and dance frontiers.
The Darcys Embrace Self-Awareness
Few bands go through as many drastic changes at once as Toronto's The Darcys.
Is It Time To Take The Plunge And Do Your Masters?
Getting a master’s degree is something a lot of people would like to do to open up better career opportunities and make them an expert in their fields. Many degree paths have higher degrees you can do either immediately after you get your first degree, or in the case of things like an MBA, after you have a few years of professional experience under your belt.
The life changing effect of plastic surgery
Plastic surgery is not a new subject area to discuss, however what is considered to be new is the fact that it is now becoming less taboo and more advanced procedures are being introduced which are offering more natural results.
Sheepdogs & Dragons
Opening the first day of the Tim Hortons Ottawa Dragon Boat Festival, the weather was perfect, not too hot, and the forecasted rain was holding out. Pulling through with sets from The Elwins, Said The Whale and the Sheepdogs, the music didn't disappoint either.
Bif Naked: Stripped Back and Smiling
You just can’t slap a label onto Bif Naked because she’s apt to tear it off and grind it up before the ink has a chance to dry.
Dear Rouge Working on Their Latest Best Look
Following up a big release isn't easy, and the time between records can be a blessing or a curse. For Danielle and Drew McTaggart of Dear Rouge however, their momentum never stops.
Said The Whale Focus In
Shrinking down their band and dealing with loss not only shaped Said The Whale's time away, but found them reconciling this on record.
Canadian Museum of Nature Brings the Arctic to Ottawa
If you've always wanted to visit the Arctic, but it’s just too far or too cold for you, fear not! Yesterday the Canadian Museum of Nature’s newest permanent exhibit, the Canada Goose Arctic Gallery, officially opened its doors to the public.
Book Review: The Prisoner of Orchard Bend
Toronto writer Patrick Lemieux fashions together but one of those possible existences in an intricate tale that could very well exist somewhere south of King’s Gilead where gunslingers may be lurking in every shadow.
Music and Beyond Spotlight: The Vienna Piano Trio
From the beginnings of the Vienna Piano Trio in 1988, they have been recognized as a leading ensemble that links the old and new world together.
Ottawa Jazz On The Upswing
As Ottawa's music scene has grown into a place where artists no longer need to leave town to make a name for themselves, Ottawa's jazz community has been following suit.
Feast + Revel’s Fresh Take on the New Frontier
There is no doubt that, in the upcoming months leading up to Canada’s 150th Celebration, that many Ottawa restaurants will attempt to rift on “Canadian” cuisine. However, I doubt as many will do it as successfully as Executive Chef Stephen La Salle and the staff at feast + revel in the Byward Market.
What’s It Gonna’ Be, J.T.?
Male Burlesque Troupe Invites Justin Trudeau to Patriotic Strip Show Oh Manada!
Scenes From TD Ottawa Jazz Fest Late Night Tent
Abandon the usual all ye who enter the Jazz Festival late night tent and expect the unexpected!
Three Festivals, One Weekend
So many festivals, so little time. What's a photographer to do but try speed festing!
