Supervised, Free Summer Arts & Games in the Park Programs start

next week in Kanata on Tuesdays 10:45 am noon by the splash pad at the
Richcraft Recreation Complex-Kanata; Thursdays 10:30 11:30 am at the
Kanata Leisure Centre; and Thursdays, noon to 1 pm at the Beaverbrook
Outdoor Pool area. Activities include arts, crafts, theme days and splash pad
water adventures.
Canada Day in Kanata, a Free Event, is this evening and tomorrow.
Childrens activities during the afternoon are a fun and safe alternative to
going downtown and the main activities are great for all. Visit my booth for a
chat and get a maple leaf tattoo! The evening show and breathtaking
fireworks will end a day of celebrating our wonderful country. Go to
www.canadadayinkanata.com for details.
Kanata North Community Picnic is on July 20th. Volunteers are needed,
both adults and students, to help make this community gathering a success.
Students can qualify for their community volunteer hours at this event.
Please contact my office to find out how you can help.
Junior Ranger Program at Richcraft Recreation Complex This is the
second year of the Junior Ranger Program, supported by funds raised for
programs at RRCK from Kanata Race Day. They create and maintain trails in
the natural environment area; remove invasive species; conduct tours with
children from City Day Camp Programs and introduce youth in the
community to nature. They will also reach out to the wider community with
special events. Consider volunteering to help remove invasive species.
(Please contact my office if you would like to help with this important
initiative.) Drop by my tent at Canada Day in Kanata and at the Kanata North
Picnic on July 20th to talk to a Junior Ranger about the program and sign up
for a tour of Trillium Woods.
Coyote Sightings occur regularly in Kanata North. As communities
expand into natural areas these animals become more urban. Coyotes are
shy animals and generally avoid contact with humans. There are a few basic
rules you need to know in co-existing with them. Keep pets safe by walking
dogs on leashes. Pick up your small dog if you see a coyote. Be with your
dogs or cats when outside. Dont feed coyotes or secure any food source for
them. If you encounter a coyote just make a noise until he retreats. Be Big,
Bad and Loud! For more information on living with wildlife, see my
website: www.marianne.wilkinson.com
Bookmobile Comes to Kanata North On July 4th, Ottawa Public Librarys
Bookmobile will serve the Morgans Grant area with a new stop every
Monday from 3:45 5:00 pm at the Richcraft Recreation Complex Kanata.

Plan to visit it to see all that is available. The bookmobile is accessible to

those in wheelchairs.
Bike Ramp Removed Recently a resident let me know that a large, high
bike ramp had been constructed near the Beaver Pond Trail. I understand
that young people like to challenge themselves but this created a hazard so
it was quickly removed. Community eyes and ears send me the
information needed to make our community more safe and secure and a
great place to live.
Upcoming Events
June 30 & July 1, CANADA DAY IN KANATA CELEBRATIONS, Walter
Baker Park, Terry Fox Drive
July 5, THE LEGION SPECIAL CANCER FUNDRAISING BINGO, 6:30 pm,
70 Hines Rd. Every Tues in July & August. Win up to $600.
July 8, CARE AND SHARE COMMUNITY GARDEN OPENING, 4pm at Red
Oak Retirement Home, 3501 Campeau Drive, partnered with Sustain
Beaverbrook
July 20, KANATA NORTH ANNUAL PICNIC, 4 - 8 pm, Sandwell Green
Park BBQ, Petting Zoo, Bouncy Castle, Live Entertainment and more!