January and February 2006
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Exhibitions
January Events
February Events
The Rockies Through the Lens of Time
Until January 15, 2006
From 9:00 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily
Exhibition Room B
Free admission
Presented by Library and Archives Canada in celebration of Alberta's centennial, this exhibition is built around dramatic images-mountains, passes and valleys-of Jasper and Waterton Lakes National Parks. Photographs taken in 1915 are compared with ones taken recently at the same sites. The photos reveal almost a century of change in the landscape of, interests in, and ideas about our national parks. The Rockies Through the Lens of Time includes a variety of complementary material and artifacts.
 View images from The Rockies Through the Lens of Time
Alberta Faces by Orest Semchishen
Until January 15, 2006
From 9:00 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily
West Corridor
Free admission
In celebration of Alberta's centennial, Library and Archives Canada is pleased to present this selection of photographs from the recently acquired Orest Semchishen fonds.
In the early 1970s, Edmonton radiologist Orest Semchishen began focusing his camera on the people and places of Alberta.
He photographed people from many walks of life and from all corners of the province. He photographed the young and the old, the rich and the poor, the employer and the employee, in their homes, workplaces, businesses and public spaces-people going about their daily lives and affecting the lives of others
Black Ink
January 29 - February 4
West corridor
From 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. daily
Free admission
Travelling exhibition on Black writers, for presentation in cities across Canada. Black Ink presents the wealth and variety of Black literature.
Written by War
Canadian Family Stories, 1939-1945
Until March 4, 2006
From 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. daily
Exhibition Room C
Free admission
Library and Archives Canada marks the Year of the Veteran by examining the Second World War from the perspective of the family, and seeing its most profound impact on Canada. Most families contributed to the war: nearly one in ten Canadians served in uniform between 1939 and 1945; millions more served in factories, on farms and in the merchant marine. It is their stories that are told through the archival documents on display in this exhibition.
View images from Written by War
Scoop! A Salute to 160 Years of the Ottawa Citizen
Until April 14, 2006
From 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. daily
Exhibition Room D
Free admission
Scoop!, presented by the Ottawa Citizen and Library and Archives Canada, is an exhibition of the newspaper's memorabilia, photographs and illustrations. The exhibit also includes selected items from Library and Archives Canada's art, photography and manuscript collections, as well as some artifacts from the Canada Science and Technology Museum.
Scoop! will appeal to all who are interested in the history of print media and the National Capital Region.
The Fate of the Temples in Late Antique Egypt, Destruction or Recycling?
Tuesday, January 17
8:00 p.m. (Auditorium)
Free admission
Was Late Antiquity (A.D. 4th to 6th century) a period of Christian violence against ancient temples? Archaeologist and papyrologist, Professor Jitse H.F. Dijkstra, University of Ottawa, will reconsider the closure of the famous temple of Isis at Philae, southern Egypt, and show that religious violence in Late Antiquity was more the exception than the rule.
Sponsored by the Archaeological Institute of America Ottawa Society and the Canadian Institute for Mediterranean Studies. Reception courtesy of the Egyptian Embassy. In English.
Information (613) 562-5800 ext 1332
All Eyes Turned Towards Youth: Politics of Age and Generation in France, 1917-1939
Thursday, January 26
8:00 p.m. (Room 156)
Free admission
A lecture by Susan Whitney, Department of History, Carleton University, on "All Eyes Turned Towards Youth: Politics of Age and Generation in France, 1917-1939." Presented by the Ottawa Historical Association and supported by Carleton University, Department of History and the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences and the University of Ottawa, Department of History. Discussion in English.
Information (613) 749-9375
www.ottawahistoricalassociation.com
contact@ottawahistoricalassociation.com
Cultural Pluralism and the Modern State: Canada's Struggle to Commemorate Aboriginal Cultures
Thursday, February 9
8:00 p.m. (Room 156)
Free admission
A lecture by David Neufeld, Parks Canada, on "Cultural Pluralism and the Modern State: Canada's Struggle to Commemorate Aboriginal Cultures." Presented by the Ottawa Historical Association and supported by Carleton University, Department of History and the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences and the University of Ottawa, Department of History. Discussion in English and French.
Information (613) 749-9375
www.ottawahistoricalassociation.com
contact@ottawahistoricalassociation.com
Ottawa Storytellers
Thursdays, January 5 and February 2
7:30 p.m. (Room 156)
Free admission
The Ottawa Storytellers association host a series of story swaps, including both members and the general public, in a relaxed atmosphere where tellers of all levels, from beginner to expert, share all types of stories. In English.
Information: (613) 722-2606
www.ottawastorytellers.ca
The Shape of the Future
Wednesdays, January 18 and January 25
7:00 p.m. (Auditorium)
Admission: $5 at the door, starting 6:30 p.m.
The Shape of the Future is a two-part documentary series that attempts to find the common ground between Israelis and Palestinians. The series was broadcast in Israel, the Palestinian territories as well as on Al-Jazeera network with very positive reviews. This event is sponsored by Potlucks for Peace, a dialogue group for Arabs and Jews in the Ottawa area. On January 18, John Marks, the producer, will discuss its production. On January 25, Ed Broadbent will moderate a panel discussion of Arabs and Jews. The two parts can be seen independent of one another. Middle Eastern refreshments will be available for sale at the events. In English.
Information
www.potlucksforpeace.ca or email potlucksforpeace@hotmail.com
Iceland & Me…Fishing for Identity
Friday, January 27
7:30 p.m. (Auditorium)
Admission: $10
Directed by Dale Kalbfleisch, this documentary film is described by Jytte Jensen, Curator at the Museum of Modern Art as:
"The hypnotic draw of the stunning Icelandic landscape together with the ideal of a courageous and freedom-loving Icelandic soul is Icelandic-Canadian Dale Kalbfleisch's heritage from his mother. This quirky and charming film takes the audience on a trip to discover the filmmaker's roots, and his personal history leads to the history and myths of this small but fascinating country in the middle of the sea."
Tickets available at the door, more information at http://crackedglassproductions.com
Oscar Lopez - Cancelled
Thursday, January 19
8:00 p.m. (Auditorium)
Oscar Lopez has cancelled his tour and will not be performing as originally published in our brochure.
Allakomi
Friday, February 24
8:00 p.m. (Auditorium)
Admission: $15 (advance) $20 (door) Children (under 10) $5
The Allakomi band, otherwise known as the Zon family, along with local artists will offer a musical and cultural celebration featuring drumming, interpretive dancing, folk and gospel singing, rapping, fashions of Africa and more. Sponsored by the National Council of Guyanese. Light refreshments will be served.
Tickets
Mugena African Caribbean Foods & Restaurant,
911 Richmond Road
(613) 722-8228
Savannah Afro Caribbean,
1838 Bank Street
(613) 731-7878
MaMa Cee Beauty Salon & Supplies,
1020 St Laurent Boulevard
(613) 741-5952
Tropicks Boutique,
381 Dalhousie Street,
(613) 241-3333
Information
www.allakomi.com/
NCGuyanese@rogers.com
Definitely the Opera
Tuesdays, January 10 and February 7
7:00 p.m. (Auditorium)
Admission minimum donation $12
Join us for musical splendour of Dvořák's Rusalka and Verdi's Falstaff brought to life through the realism of DVD. Presented by the Opera Lyra Ottawa Guild. Sponsored by Trattoria Caffé Italia and Pasticceria Gelateria Italiana Ltd.
Information
Opera Lyra Ottawa Guild, (613) 237-0409;
Opera Lyra Ottawa, (613) 233-9200
www.operalyra.ca/guild/default-e.htm
The African In All of Us
Saturday, January 28
7:00 p.m. (Auditorium)
Admission: $20 (advance) $25 (door)
To celebrate Black History Month, the 5th Annual African Heritage Centre Function presents "The African In All of Us" a selection of African and Canadian cultural similarities in music, foods, clothing, stories, poetry, visual arts and more.
Tickets
The African Heritage Centre,
362 Rideau Street
(613) 789-1991
Compact Music, 785 Bank Street
(613) 233-8922
Ottawa Folklore Centre,
1111 Bank Street
(613) 730-2887
Giraffe the African Store,
19 Clarence Street
(613) 562-0284
Tropicks Hair Care,
381 Dalhousie Street,
(613) 241-3333
Mugena African Caribbean Foods & Restaurant,
911 Richmond Road
(613) 722-8228
MaMa Cee Beauty Salon & Supplies,
1020 St Laurent Boulevard
(613) 741-5952 or (613) 568-6876
The Ring Cycle by Richard Wagner
Tickets: minimum donation for cycle, Guild members $45; Non-members $50
Das Rheingold
Monday, February 27 at 7:00 p.m. (Room 156)
Die Walküre
Tuesday, February 28, 2006 at 7:00 p.m. (Room 156)
Siegfried
Saturday, March 4, 2006 at 3:00 p.m. (Room 156)
Die Götterdämmerung
Sunday, March 5, 2006 at 3:00 p.m. (Room 156)
Hosted by Wilkie Kushner and presented by the Opera Lyra Ottawa, this musical masterpiece on DVD was directed by Harry Kupfer and filmed at the Bayreuth festival in 1992. Join us for this spectacular operatic experience! A light supper will be provided on March 4 and 5.
Information
Opera Lyra Ottawa Guild, (613) 237-0409;
Opera Lyra Ottawa, (613) 233-9200
www.operalyra.ca/guild/default-e.htm
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