Welcome to the Singles Network Newsletter, Ottawa, ON, Canada - September 5, 2010


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We welcome event postings and comments/suggestions/feedback. We can be contacted by email KenS singles.network@sympatico.ca or phone 613-733-3380. Whenever possible, we will issue a newsletter weekly, on Sunday afternoon/night.

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CALENDAR (details below)
- Mon., Sept. 6, Active Singles Group Meeting, 6:30pm, Malone's, Dows Lake Pavilion, 1001 Queen Elizabeth Dr., info. 613-235-6337 asinglesgroup@gmail.com
- Mon., Sept. 6, Good Company Volleyball, 6:30pm, Riverside Park, Riverside Dr., Ottawa, info. jrader@sympatico.ca
- Thu., Sept. 9, Singles Euchre/Dinner, 6:15pm, Uncle Louis' Restaurant, 1054 Ogilvie Rd., Ottawa, info. faceyl@yahoo.ca
- Fri., Sept. 10, Good Company Drop-In, 6:00pm, Arrow & Loon, Fifth Avenue Court, 99 Fifth Ave., Ottawa, info. good_company@sympatico.ca
- Fri., Sept. 10, New Friendship Singles Club, 8:30pm, 1000 Byron Ave., Ottawa, info. 613-729-3631.
- Sat., Sept. 11, Good Company Outdoors Group Breakfast, 10:00am, Malone's, Dows Lake Pavilion, Ottawa, info. wimcaz@gmail.com
- Sat., Sept. 11, Single Gourmet September Nights Dinner/Dance, 6:30pm, Sheraton Hotel, 250 Albert St., reserve 613-236-2000 www.singlegourmetottawa.com
- Sat., Sept. 11, People Meeting People Latino/Caribbean Dance, 8:00pm, Carleton Heights Community Centre, 1665 Apeldoorn St., 50+, info. 613-825-7083.
- Sat., Sept. 11, Prinzo's Night Club for Singles, 9:00pm, Prinzo's Night Club, 85 O'Connor St., Ottawa, info. 613-565-1328.
- Sun., Sept. 12, Réunion du Cercle d'amitié Jonathan, 10:00am, Musée canadien des civilisations, Hull, info. cercledamitiejonathan@yahoo.ca
- Sun., Sept. 12, Sunday Brunch Group, 11:30am, Zola's Restaurant, 194 Robertson Rd., Bells Corners, register 613-825-7083.
- Mon., Sept. 13, Active Singles Group Meeting, 6:30pm, Malone's, Dows Lake Pavilion, 1001 Queen Elizabeth Dr., info. 613-235-6337 asinglesgroup@gmail.com

COMING EVENTS
- Thu., Sept. 16, Good Company Pizza Night, 6:30pm, l.kerner@sympatico.ca
- Fri., Sept. 17, Ottawa Singles Toastmasters Club, 7:00pm, info. 819-997-1431 sunbeams@rogers.com
- Sat., Sept. 18, Meet Market Adventures Pub Crawl, 7:30pm, Sir John A's, 284 Elgin St., reserve 613-236-0023 www.meetmarketadventures.com/ottawa
- Sat., Sept. 18, Gloucester Singles Club Jeans Dance, 8:30pm, Cyrville Community Centre, 4355 Halmont Dr., info. 613-860-0990 http://gloucestersingles.site.voila.fr/
- Sun., Sept. 19, Meet Market Adventures Treetop Trekking & Canopy Adventure, 10:00am, reserve 613-236-0023 www.meetmarketadventures.com/ottawa
- Wed., Sept. 22, Good Company Volleyball Year End Party, 6:00pm, Rideau Carleton Raceway, 4837 Albion Rd., Gloucester, info. jrader@sympatico.ca
- Wed., Sept. 22, Meet Market Adventures Speed Dating Party, 7:00pm, men 40-50, women 35-45, reserve 613-236-0023 www.meetmarketadventures.com/ottawa
- Thu., Sept. 23-26, Barry Owens' Wine Tasting Party Tour, Niagara Peninsula, ON, info. 613-233-8495 barryowens@rogers.com

PARENT ORGANIZATION
Singles Network - an organization of non-profit singles groups in Ottawa and acts to facilitate the activities of singles groups with website listing events as well as meeting from time to time to discuss items of mutual interest to all singles in the National Capital Region. From time to time the Network also promotes activities open to all singles.

MEMBER ORGANIZATIONS
Active Singles Group - Drop-in held weekly on Mondays at Malone's, Dows Lake Pavilion, 1001 Queen Elizabeth Dr., Ottawa, starting at 6:30pm. There is limited free parking across the street - Bring your parking ticket for validation at Malone's. For more information telephone 613-235-6337, visit the web site http://on.to/asgroup or email asinglesgroup@gmail.com

Le Cercle d'amitié Jonathan - Le Cercle offre des activités sociales et culturelles pour hommes et femmes seuls de 45 ans et plus, francophones et non-fumeurs. Ses membres habitent le Québec ou l'Ontario et se réunissent le dimanche matin à la cafétéria du Musée canadien des civilisations à Hull entre 10h00 et midi. Courriel cercledamitiejonathan@yahoo.ca

Club Amitié 35+ Enr. est un club à but non lucratif qui s'adresse aux personnes seules francophones de 35 ans et plus, c'est-à-dire qui ne vivent pas en couple sous le même toit. Un site WEB a été créé pour informer les personnes intéressées à se joindre à nous afin d'élargir leur cercle d'amis et de participer à des activités variées organisées par les membres. Vous y trouverez des activités de tous les goûts allant de soupers, de 5 à 7, de rencontres sociales, de soirées dansantes, de petits déjeuners ou brunch, cinéma, d'activités sportives tels randonnées cyclistes, en motoneige ou quad, en raquettes ou à pieds, ski alpin, ski de fond, pêche (incluant sur glace), quilles, golf, etc... Pour plus de renseignements, visitez notre site Web à l'adresse: http://clubamitie35plus.org/index.html

Club Amitié-Loisirs - Le Club Amitié-Loisirs a pour objectif de permettre aux célibataires francophones de la région de se rencontrer, de socialiser et de se faire de nouveaux amis(es) par le biais d’activités sociales, culturelles et récréatives. Le Club Amitié-Loisirs est un organisme à but non lucratif, régit par des statuts et des règlements, qui s’adresse à des travailleurs et de jeunes retraités, hommes et femmes s’exprimant en français. Programmation trimestrielle. Bienvenue aux futurs membres. Pour plus de renseignements, veuillez consulter notre site Web: www.clubamitieloisirs.ca  Courriel: info@clubamitieloisirs.ca

F.A.C.E.S. means Friendly Active Catholic Exclusive Singles. For Catholics. There are no membership dues to become involved in F.A.C.E.S. activities. For more information about F.A.C.E.S. call BobD, 613-747-6576, or email bobdiotte@rogers.com

Gloucester Singles Club - dances every two weeks, on Saturday, 8:30pm, Cyrville Community Centre, 4355 Halmont Drive, Gloucester. Members $7.00, non-members $10.00 This is a non-profit singles club for social dancing. Most singles are over 30. Proper dress required. In operation since 1997. Attendance typically between 150 and 250. Door prizes, light snacks, cash bar. For more information call 613-860-0990 or visit the web site http://gloucestersingles.site.voila.fr/

Good Company - Friday night drop-in at the Arrow & Loon, Fifth Avenue Court, 99 Fifth Ave., Ottawa. Starting time around 6:00 pm. The drop-in is a great opportunity to meet other members in a casual environment. We also hold a variety of other events. Information good_company@sympatico.ca or call 613-521-2658.

Kanata Singles Club - dances held monthly on Saturdays at the John Mlacak Centre, 2500 Campeau Drive, Kanata, starting at 8:00pm. Admission $10.00 Usual attendance 225-350. Proper dress required, no jeans. For more information call 613-860-1036, email kanata_sc@hotmail.com or visit the web site www.kanatasinglesclub.org

New Friendship Singles Club - Dance for Singles 30+ every Friday 8:30pm - 12:30am. "Great music, Live band on alternate weeks including Ray Dion and the Classics, Celebrity DJ, door prizes, snacks and pizza. Free dance lessons at a beginners level in Ballroom and Latin from 7:45pm to 8:30pm. Dance, Dance, Dance - Have fun and meet new friends. 1000 Byron Avenue (Woodroffe & Richmond Rd). For information phone 613-729-3631.

One Parent Families Association - a non-profit organization of families with one parent providing a variety of family and adult activities, consisting of educational, recreational and social events. For more information call 613-834-1308, email opfaottawa@yahoo.ca, or visit the web site http://opfa.ncf.ca

Ottawa Valley Social Group - parties, brunches, skiing, golf, sports, day trips, outdoor activities, photography, weekend excursions. Interested? Call DougM 613-832-4653 or email us at ovsg@storm.ca

People Meeting People - 50+ singles dance, held the first three or four Saturdays of each month, 8:00pm - 12:00am, Carleton Heights Community Centre, 1665 Apeldoorn Street, Ottawa. Admission, $8.00 members, $11.00 non-members. Light luncheon served 10:30pm, door prize, 50/50 draw. For information call 613-825-7083 or 613-224-6805, or email soniamartin39@yahoo.ca

Sunday Brunch Group - this group meets on alternate Sundays for brunch, generally at 11:30am, at various locations in the Ottawa area, reservation is required. Cost $2.00 plus the cost of the meal. The Sunday Brunch Group exists to provide a friendly informal environment for single adults to meet others for the purposes of developing new friendships through organizing brunches at local restaurants. Started in 1989. For reservations call SoniaM 613-825-7083, email soniamartin39@yahoo.ca

United Church Singles - we organize potlucks at 6:30pm on the fourth (4th) Saturday of each month. Also board games, dancing, shuffleboard, BBQs, dinners at restaurants, social and cultural outings. For more information call DaveS 613-838-5940 or RubyE 613-828-4564.

Valley Single's Club - We are a group of single people, men and women that are interested in finding companions. We meet once a month, the first Sunday of each month at 12:30pm for a luncheon. The luncheon is at a family restaurant, with in the area. It usually rotates from one area to another. Professionals welcomed. Clients that are looking for the love of their life, or a friend, or just a mate to sit back and talk too. For more information please call Fay 613-256-8117 or email us at valleysinglesclub@live.com

OTHER EVENTS/ORGANIZATIONS
Ambiance - For 2010, our dances will be every 2nd Saturday, starting with January 16 and 30th, and so on... till December 26..., at the A.R.G. Bldg, 195 Maloney Ouest in Gatineau, first light after the St-Hubert Rest., across from the BOWATER Plant. Same D.J. Michel l!! Cost $8.00. For singles 30+... crowd of 150-200. Reasonable bar prices. info J.P Cell: 819-360-1243, E-mail hulklittle@yahoo.ca

Bob's Place - one Sunday of the month, 7:00pm-11:00pm at Montgomery Legion, 300 Kent St. Ottawa. Where the 50+ singles meet. Admission $10.00. Appropriate dress, no jeans. Great music, door prizes and refreshments for further information please call 613-742-8195 or 613-825-7083.

Irish Ceili Dances - recommended donation $7.00 includes free Irish dance lessons, free munchies. 8:00pm. Sept 25, Oct 30, Nov 27, Jan 26, Feb 26, Mar 19, Apr 30. St. Margaret Mary Church, 7 Fairbairn Street, off Sunnyside Street, 2 blocks east of Bank Street. People are matched up for dance partners. info: bmjarmstrong@hotmail.com 613-523-9702

New Friends and Acquaintances (Cornwall) is a non-profit organization that provides a friendly environment for unattached people in Cornwall and area to meet one another while promoting a healthy lifestyle./Promouvoir un environnement sain et amicale pour que les personnes seules demeurant dans Cornwall et la région puissent profiter d'occasions pour se rencontrer. Visit our webpage: www.cabd.net/directory/listing.php?id=2939 Write to us e:mail/courriel: newfriendsaa@yahoo.com

Ottawa Singles Toastmasters Club - Join the Ottawa Singles Toastmasters Club in an educational program to improve your communication and leadership skills while developing social skills. Annual fee is $75. We meet the 1st and 3rd Friday of the month, from 7:00pm to 8:30pm. Visit as a guest. For directions and more info call 819-997-1431 or email: sunbeams@rogers.com

Plenty of Fish - generates over 300,000 relationships a year making www.plentyoffish.com the world's largest singles site. Plenty of Fish is the largest dating site measured by relationships created in the United States, Canada, Australia, Ireland and the United Kingdom. What makes this even more amazing is I'm still running the entire dating site out of my apartment with no employees. This dating service is 100% free so signup and chat with millions of singles. Also hosting local social events for singles and couples in the Ottawa area. Visit the website www.plentyoffish.com for the next local event in your area.

Singles Thursday Euchre/Dinner - At Uncle Louis' Restaurant, 1054 Ogilvie Road, near the corner of Cyrville Road. Dinner is at 5:30pm for those who wish to eat. Registration is at 6:15pm and play begins at 6:30pm. Cost is $5.00 with the money going into prizes. Everyone is welcome. Although you must know basic Euchre to play, this is for fun, so come out and enjoy a drink or two, dinner, and a great evening. Contact: faceyl@yahoo.ca

FOR-PROFIT SINGLES ORGANIZATIONS
This section is reserved for singles events intended to generate income for the organizers.

Barry Owens - I organize a number of local social events for both singles and couples living here in the Ottawa area as well as group trips to more distant places. Professionally, of course, I also book more individual vacation and business type travel through my downtown office at Uniglobe Aquavacs Travel and should you be traveling in the future (and not "married" to a particular travel agent), I would be very pleased to hear from you.Barry Owens, Uniglobe Aquavacs Travel, 613-233-8495, 613-738-5371 or email barryowens@rogers.com

Cupid.com - Speed dating parties are a fun, no pressure way to meet lots of potential dates. With six-minute "pre-dates" you personally meet up to twelve single professionals and see if your chemistry is right. If it is, you privately check YES on your scorecard saying you want to get to know the person better. There's no uncomfortable rejection (giving or receiving) with this new way to speed date. You also get one month FREE GOLD membership to cupid.com for attending an event which gives you unlimited access to email and instant message any Cupid member. Info. www.capital.cupid.com

Dinnerworks - 4 Men, 4 Women, 4 Dinner. A series of upscale dinner get-togethers for 4 men and 4 women with similar interests. Dinnerworks' unique "personal networking service" is the first of its kind in Canada. For more information call 1-877-449-6757, email ottawa@dinnerworks.ca or visit our web site www.dinnerworks.ca

Funabalu - is a social club that makes life more fun. It provides you the opportunity to enjoy meeting new people through great activities that always include a social. We do this by hosting events that attract people with similar lifestyle interests, such as outdoor recreation (e.g. voyageur canoeing on the Ottawa River), sports (e.g. volleyball), culture (e.g. plays), travel, and learning. While our membership is open to singles and those we call "singles alumni", all our activities focus on the social needs of singles. Come join and expand your social circle today. You can pay on a drop-in basis or join as a full club member for great savings, special deals, and the camaraderie that comes with being part of a community club. Check us out at: http://funbalu.com / Email: info@funabalu.com

Meet Market Adventures provides safe, fun and adventurous local and international tours for single men and women in a group environment. Find single cruises, single weekend getaways, international travel and local day trips. Our service is for active singles who don't have the time to play as hard as they work. There are no membership or sign up fees as we believe in a "pay as you play" philosophy. With a membership base of over 30,000, Meet Market Adventures is one of the most active singles sports, social and outdoors clubs in North America! Choose from many adventures for every interest in any month! Enjoy the great outdoors with hiking, biking, sky diving, skiing and lots more. www.meetmarketadventures.com/ottawa contact LukasR, Tel: 613-236-0023, E-mail: ottawa@meetmarketadventures.com

Ottawa Singles "Where your membership is always free and the adventures are priceless" Ottawa Singles is NOT a dating service but rather a place for singles in the Ottawa area to get together for various activities and events. Please check out www.ottawasingles.ca or call 613-282-5083 to reserve your spot for the next exciting singles event!

Prinzo's Night Club for Singles - 85 O'Conner (near Slater), Ottawa, Ontario. Starting at 9:00pm. Today for singles 35+ with DJ, classics 70s to today's tunes. Neat casual, no jeans. Complementary popcorn. Cover $5.00. For more information call 613-565-1328.

Single Gourmet - We are Ottawa's Premier Dining Club for Single Professional people. Join the Single Gourmet and meet other attractive, eligible people and expand your social life with intimate dinner, exciting dinner/dances, gala evenings, winter outings and summer barbeques. For more information email singlegourmet@rogers.com, visit our web site www.singlegourmetottawa.com, or telephone 613-236-2000.

Socialites and Company – 100% Free On Line Dating/Socialites Singles Events www.socialitesandcompany.com Socialites and Company is an on line dating site for singles looking for love, romance and friendships. This site is very unique. Along with your profile this site is combined with singles events at various venues in the greater Ottawa Region that users can sign up for. Talk to singles on line and meet them at the "Socialites Singles Events". Best of luck in love to all! xo Register now at www.socialitesandcompany.com E-mail socialitesandcompany@sympatico.ca

Speed Dating Ottawa Gatineau - Host for our region's largest Speed Dating Events for eligible people looking for a fun, safe and relaxed way to meet new friends or find romance! You choose who you want to see again and if the feelings are mutual, it’s a perfect match… Speed Dating is an unbeatable way to meet single people and if you are looking for chemistry, there is really no substitute for meeting people face to face. No membership fees. For more information email: contact@speeddatingottawagatineau.com, visit: www.SpeedDatingOttawaGatineau.com or call: 819-210-8944.

The Single Option - Spin Dating - The last word in dating! Meet eight potential dates in two hours. Dating seminars and workshops as well as one-on-one coaching to improve your dating skills are available by appointment. For more information please call the Single Option 613-596-6533, email spin@canadiansingles.com or visit the web site www.canadiansingles.com

Regards,

KenS

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