January and February 2007
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All activities take place at 395 Wellington Street, Ottawa, unless otherwise indicated.
Exhibitions
Events
Exhibitions
Until March 4
Promoting Canadian Authors
100 Years of McClelland & Stewart
From 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. daily
Exhibition Room D
Free admission
McClelland & Stewart Ltd., Canada's premier English publisher is currently celebrating its centenary. The company's contribution to Canadian society has been enormous and pervasive; it has also marketed and distributed thousands of other titles from foreign publishers. The story of McClelland & Stewart parallels the infancy, growth, and establishment of Canadian literature. Visitors will discover manuscripts, photos, books, and documentary art illustrating the history of the company and its impact on the development of Canadian literature.
Until March 26
Many Lives, Many Stories: A Tribute to Asian-Canadian Women
From 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. daily
West Corridor
Free admission
Library and Archives Canada is proud to present this selection of photographs, which depicts a few of the many women of Asian descent who call Canada home. Women from three cultural communities Japanese Canadians, Indian Canadians and Chinese Canadians are represented. The images offer a glimpse into the varied experiences and rich contributions of Asian-Canadian women to Canada's cultural heritage and multicultural society.
Events
January 4, 15 and February 1, 19
Story Swaps
7:30 p.m.
Room 156
Free
The Story Swaps are organized by the Ottawa Storytellers for both members and the general public. Storytellers of all levels, from beginner to expert, share and enjoy stories in a fun and relaxed atmosphere.
In English
www.ottawastorytellers.ca
January 13
A Musical Tribute to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
7:00 p.m.
Auditorium
Free admission (Food donations to the Ottawa Food Bank welcomed)
This concert, which features Ottawa's community of gospel artists celebrate the unconditional love for all humanity of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. by bringing people together.
This musical extravaganza is co-hosted by Adrian Harewood of CBC Radio and Nicole Rushton of CHRI-FM and will feature more than 15 different Ottawa-based gospel artists, including: Prosper & God's Plan Ministry, D-Tox, Cathy Goddard, Ryan Lewis and Kathy Grant Mahon.
Organized by KGM Enterprises and the Ottawa Folk Festival, in conjunction with Library and Archives Canada, DMI Inc. and Black History Ottawa.
In English
Information www.ottawafolk.org or www.blackottawa411.com
January 15
Lucie de Lammermoor (Donizetti)
7:00 p.m.
Auditorium
Minimum donation $12
Join us for an evening of musical splendour brought to life through the realism of DVD. Presented by the Opera Lyra Ottawa Guild as part of their "Definitely the Opera" series. Sponsored by Trattoria Caffé Italia and Pasticceria Gelateria Italiana Ltd.
In French with English sub-titles
Tickets: 613-233-9200, ext. 334
www.operalyra.ca
January 17
Vincent Lam
7:30 p.m.
Exhibition Room A
Free
Meet author Vincent Lam, winner of the 2006 Scotiabank Giller Prize, as he reads from and autographs copies of Bloodletting & Miraculous Cures.
His novel, a collection of short stories, investigates the common and extraordinary moral dilemmas faced by today's medical profession. He describes the disparate but interdependent worlds of school and home, heartbreaking young love and life-altering fear in stories that introduce us to Fitz, Ming, Chen, and Sri, young medical school students and doctors in Toronto.
In English
www.vincentlam.ca
January 17
Zagreb Guitar Quartet
7:30 p.m.
Auditorium
Free
In celebration of the 15th anniversary of the international recognition of the Republic of Croatia, a concert featuring the works of J.S. Bach, T. Uhlik, M. Miletić, A. Marković, J. Turina, O. Peterson, and Jewish songs will be given by the Zagreb Guitar Quartet.
Organized by the Embassy of the Republic of Croatia in Canada.
613-562-7820, ext 12
www.guitar4.com
January 18
Kaleidoscope
2:00 p.m.
Exhibition Room A
Free
Kaleidoscope is a series of monthly public talks given by Library and Archives Canada specialists. The Canadian Genealogy Centre will be the topic of this month's talk. Organized by The Friends of Library and Archives Canada.
Bilingual
613-943-1544 or 613-992-8304
www.collectionscanada.ca/friends/index-e.html
January 21
Ottawa History Lecture Series
2:00 p.m.
Room 156
$10 at the door
The Friends of the City of Ottawa Archives (FCOA) present author David B. Knight who will speak on "Conflict, Desperation and Compromise: Why Queen Victoria Was Asked to Select a Capital for Canada."
David B. Knight is a retired professor and is the author of many books, including A Capital for Canada and Choosing Canada's Capital.
In English
Information
John Heney, President, FCOA
613-224-6888
January 26
Black History Month Opening Ceremony
6:30 p.m.
Auditorium
Free
February is Black History Month, a time to celebrate the many achievements and contributions of Black Canadians. An evening of inspiration and entertainment reflecting the theme "Every Child is Sacred," to honour the community's children and youth, their parents and other role models. Also, a presentation of the 2007 Black History Ottawa Community Builder Awards and displays by African and Caribbean organizations. Presented by Black History Ottawa.
In English
bhottawa@yahoo.ca
613-851-5457
January 29
Long Island Piano Duo
7:30 p.m.
Auditorium
$25/adult, $20/seniors and students
The husband and wife team of Yelena and Vladimir Polezhayev will perform piano duets of a selection of classical waltzes and tangos as well as original jazzy compositions. They have given many performances in the New York metropolitan area including Carnegie Hall, Merkin Concert Hall, and the Tilles Center.
Tickets are available at the door or in advance from www.ticketweb.ca
1-888-222-6608 or 613-731-0476
www.longislandpianoduo.com
January 31
Hoodwinked: The Myth of Free Trade
7:00 pm
Auditorium
Admission $8
This documentary film shows how since we signed a free trade agreement with the U.S. our standard of living has gone down, wealth is more concentrated in the hands of a few, and several noxious clauses severely limit our sovereignty. This documentary shows how "free trade" has not paid off for Canadians.
Produced by Bill Dunn and Linda West of West/Dunn Productions, the film is 93 minutes followed by a discussion with the filmmakers. Their previous work includes a bilingual digital history of Canada, A Country by Consent / Un pacte, un pays. They have also produced prime time documentaries broadcast nationally on CBC-TV.
In English
www.hoodwinked.ca
February 2
"The African in all of us"
8:00 p.m.
Auditorium
Tickets $15 ($20 at the door)
Celebrate Black History Month with the sounds and dance of Africa in a presentation of "The African in all of us". Organized by the African Heritage Centre.
613-789-1991
February 5
Recording Release Concert
8:00 p.m.
Auditorium
$20/adult, $15/senior, $15/student
The duo of mezzo-soprano Julie Nesrallah and harpist Caroline Léonardelli will perform selections from their newly released recording Panache. Compositions by Bellini, Debussy, Fauré, Schumann, Ravel and others will be part of the program.
Tickets will be available at the door.
February 7
Career Fair for Fire, Paramedic, Police and Canadian Armed Forces
6:30 p.m.
Auditorium
Free
As part of Black History Month, this career fair will feature displays, information tables and presentations by Ottawa Fire, Paramedic and Police Services, Ontario Provincial Police, R.C.M.P. and Canadian Armed Forces. Chat with officers about their roles and career possibilities with our emergency and protective services.
Presented by Black History Ottawa and sponsored by the Ottawa Police Service and the Canadian Forces Recruiting Centre.
Bilingual
bhottawa@yahoo.ca
613-851-5257
February 9
Grandmothers: The Unsung Heroes of Africa.
6:30 p.m.
Auditorium
Free
As part of Black History Month, a film presentation honouring Africa's HIV/AIDS orphans and the grandmothers left to care for them. Q&A; session, special speakers and entertainment. Also, displays highlighting HIV/AIDS awareness and prevention initiatives in the Ottawa region. Presented by Black History Ottawa.
In English
bhottawa@yahoo.ca
613-851-5257
February 12
The Lost Temple to the Gods: The Search for Heracleion
7:30 p.m.
Auditorium
Free
This documentary film presented by the Press Office of the Embassy of the Arab Republic of Egypt, the Canadian Institute in Greece and the Forum of Alexandria, follows French archeologist Franck Goddio and his team as he explores Heracleion, an ancient Egyptian city submerged for centuries.
In collaboration with CineNova Productions in Toronto.
In English.
Information 613-563-1248
February 13 and 21
"You Gotta Love Mozart!"
7:00 p.m.
Room 156
Tickets $15 or $25 for both evenings
Join us for two evenings of operatic splendour with highlights from operas written by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. The program will include selections from many unusual as well as familiar CDs and DVDs. Presented by the Opera Lyra Ottawa Guild. Hosted by Murray Kitts.
In English
Tickets: 613-233-9200, ext. 334
www.operalyra.ca
February 14
Love Songs from the Music Collection
2:00 p.m.
Exhibition Room A
Free admission
A special Valentine's Day presentation featuring love songs from the popular Virtual Gramophone website will be given by our music collection specialists. Part of our Kaleidoscope series of monthly public talks. Organized by The Friends of Library and Archives Canada.
Bilingual
613-943-1544 or 613-992-8304
www.collectionscanada.ca/friends/index-e.html
February 22
Excellence and Nobility
6:00 p.m.
Auditorium
Free
As part of Black History Month, this year the J'Nikira Dinqinesh Education Centre and Library and Archives Canada honour the unprecedented gift and un-earthed legacy of Robert Sutherland. Mr. Sutherland was Queen's University's first major benefactor and first Black graduate. The evening will be hosted by Ian E. Wilson, Librarian and Archivist of Canada. Reception to follow.
In English
613-241-0743
February 26
Conférence des jeunes auteurs et illustrateurs
Registration fee
This conference offers approximately 100 students from Grades 7 to 10 (secondary I to IV) the chance to meet well-known francophone authors who will share their knowledge of writing and illustration techniques.
A full day of fascinating workshops! Presented by MASC in collaboration with the Salon du livre de l'Outaouais.
Registration required. Fees must be received no later than February 19.
In French
Registration and information:
613-725-9119
www.masconline.ca
General Information
Library and Archives Canada is a gathering place both real and virtual for everyone interested in Canada's heritage. Through an extensive collection, as well as exhibitions, special events, genealogical resources, and a dynamic website, Library and Archives Canada helps Canadians better understand how individuals, issues and events shape this country.
Events listed in this brochure are open to the public free of charge on a first-come, first-seated basis, unless otherwise noted. Tickets may be required for certain events.
All activities offered by Library and Archives Canada are presented in both official languages. However, our facilities are also used by other organizations who present their activities in the language(s) of their choice.
Events and exhibitions are held at
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Telephone: 613-996-5115 or 1 866 578-7777
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