July 2011 ~ Sales Management

What to Do in Ottawa-Daytime on Rogers

1:26 PM

“Daytime” on Rogers TV Channel 22-airs at 11:00 AM, 2:00 PM and 5:00 PM daily. Hosted by Derick Fage and TL Rader, it is THE source to find out what's going on in the region and what to do in Ottawa. Daytime highlights community events, Ottawa Attractions, What to Do with Kids in Ottawa and Activities in Ottawa and the National Capital region. The show includes cooking tips from the areas top chefs which can be found on easily on our website. Meet the colourful personalities that make up the fabric of the Nation’s Capital.

Ottawa boy Derick Fage has always had a passion for entertaining. Over the past eleven years he has appeared in a number of independent films and is also a veteran of live theatre. Derick enjoys hosting Daytime because he gets to meet the people of Ottawa that make this city a great place to live, work and play. He is a self-proclaimed child at heart, which makes him curious about everyone and everything. It is this engaging quality that engages viewers on a daily basis. Derick thrives on conveying what’s happening in Ottawa to viewers in a fun and informative manner.

TL Rader is excited and proud to move into her third season of daytime. Her whirlwind career has taken her around the world, but to her, Ottawa is home. TL spent her childhood in the Maritimes and moved to Ottawa to attend University in the late 80’s., at which time she decided to make the Capital her home.
In addition to having a great love for entertaining, TL and her husband Chris have spent many years coaching, competing and performing as Professional Ballroom and Latin dancers all of the world. Dancing was a fantastic training ground for her move to Rogers TV, as you have to “keep on your toes and be light on your feet” for the fast-paced life of television! Erin Lannan, Producer, (613) 759-8617

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Social Media Marketing in Ottawa

12:50 PM

Hey all...
If you have been following Shotgun with Carlo, you'll see that we have built something worth talking about on Social Media in Ottawa. The true power of Shotgun is the conversation. Past modalities of discussing your business were to "tell" people who you were, what you do and what you offered. In the 21st Century, social media users want to discover your business, they want to know the person behind the business and know immediately if they can "trust" you. Since price is third on the list of reasons of "why people purchase," a diatribe of benefits or the lowest price or repeating that you are the best is not going to engage anyone... it has been done ad nauseam! Consumers want to engage... so give them what they want. You!

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Elliott Smith-Magician for Hire

1:54 PM

For over 40 years as a professional magician and co-author of Highway to Success: The Entertainer's Roadmap to Business, Elliott Smith has entertained corporations, television audiences and travelers across Canada, the United States, Europe, the Caribbean and Mexico. Prime Ministers of Canada, international Ambassadors, the late Liberace as well as Jay Leno, past host of the Tonight Show have experienced Elliott’s special brand of magic and comedy that add that extra flair and fun to your corporate, children or adult events, parties and celebrations. Elliott also performed his successful stage show - ‘Smith & Quick in Mod-Vod’ for a one month run at the Theatre du Casino du Lac-Leamy, at Dark Hall in Regina, for the opening of the new North Grenville Theatre in Kemptville, and as the headline act at Keyano Theatre in Fort McMurray, Alberta. He has also performed a one month tour in Barbados entertaining at the Barbados Hilton, the prestigous Almond Resorts, the Plantation Dinner Club and Limelight Café.

"Holy smokes Elliott - you are incredible! You mesmerized my 500+ audience. In addition to being a gifted magician, you are also very funny, you had the entire audience captivated and bursting with laughter. Elliott, you are a first class and world class entertainer and I would highly, highly, highly recommend you to anyone!”
Peggy McColl, New York Times Best Selling Author. "TALK ABOUT MAGIC!! At a recent delegate training session held for over 200 participants, Elliott participated at our session and presented himself as a Communications Trainer and intertwined his excellent magical effects while presenting a talk on the Powers of Communication. His ever present and clever combination of humour and magic have always ensured a delightful addition to ALL of our corporate functions.” Louis R. Leclair, Manager HR Bell Canada. “We hit record sales this year, and I feel confident in saying that the atmosphere you created in our store was definitely a contributing factor, ” by Robyn Heaton, IKEA. We would highly recommend you to any group young or old with your magical and fun loving personality,” by Paula Thebarge, Corel Corporation. “From various staff events to corporate parties and National Management meetings, your professionalism and humour brought complete satisfaction on each and every occasion. In fact, I can think of a few occasions where the crowd was left yelling for more!” at the Novotel Ottawa Hotel.

http://seethemagic.com/ (613) 823-0707 info@seethemagic.com Elliot Smith is a Magician for hire, event planner, party entertainer, corporate magician, magic man, kids party and event entertainment. Presto!

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Whats for Dinner in Ottawa?

1:48 PM

“What’s for Dinner?” is a question that is asked millions of times a day. In South Africa they cry, “Wat is vir aandete?” in Jerusalem they call “מה יש לארוחת ערב?” In Iceland they yell “Hvað er í matinn?” In Korea they whine “저녁 메뉴는 뭐지?” In Ireland they lilt “cad don dinnéar?”And the retort to this question is always “I don’t know!” This response is normally followed with a heavy sigh and a sagging posture. Just when it’s time to stoop and take a break and do something for yourself, it is difficult to summon enough energy to cook, eat and clean.

We spend more time trying to figure out what to have for dinner than we do when making it. And when we finally get around to making something, we always make the same 10 things, or we end up with fast food delivery. Translated this becomes chicken strips, corn, spaghetti, chicken, meatloaf, hamburgers, chili dogs, cream tuna, rice or potatoes, hot dogs, breaded something, microwave anything or noodle surprise. And we describe it as "Braised leg of lamb in a port-reduction, grilled vegetables with a balsamic glaze and garlic & herb new potatoes." That will only be funny the first time you use it. But there are options.

“Dolly’s” quietly opened at the corner of Bronson and McLeod in the mid 1990’s. Business was slow and the original owner would sit after lunch with her mother, Dolly, and play cards to pass the time away. Dolly, as it turns out, was an exceptional card player. This was at least partly due to what her daughter referred to as Dolly’s poker or “stoneface”. The nickname stuck and Stoneface Dolly’s was purchased in 1999. Dolly’s evolved from a single diner into two unpretentious café’s serving home-style gourmet food with an international twist - the type of food you might serve guests at a dinner party. Stoneface Dolly’s is a casual and affordable restaurant catering to a local neighbourhood clientele of all ages. In the heart of Little Italy Ottawa, find us at 416 Preston Street, Ottawa, Ontario, K1S 4M9 or 613 564-2222 or mailto:reservations@stonefacedollys.com.

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Easy Estate Planning

3:33 PM

Put your life in order with My Life Locker™. Anyone who has to organize, manage and safeguard personal information will find invaluable. They might be just starting out and want to safely manage their personal data, busy parents and heads of households protecting the safety of their families, or the elderly needing an estate planning tool as their lives and lifestyles change. It can easily be tailored to safely lock up and neatly encapsulate anyone’s life records.

The secret to organization is relayed through four sections. Each locker covers a number of related categories, using specially designed, simple forms to safely record specific information. Although, practically every possible category has been addressed, My Life Locker™ is also easy to customize and modify if necessary. After all, it’s a safe, personal archive for your life, no one else’s. It really is all about you!

Think of it as your personal mobile filing cabinet, keeping all your critical information in one safe place and the ultimate organizational system.

When your external life is in order, you feel safe within, and it enhances your peace and serenity, which adds completion to your world. It is a brilliant new system that leaves nothing out, nothing to chance and nothing undone. It solves organizational chaos as it ensures your safety and security. Use it to keep your vital life information in one place, enjoy peace-of-mind, knowing that if something happens to you, your family can easily find the information they need. It creates a safe repository of your life events and is perfectly timed to serve the growing elderly population.

Amanda wrote that “Despite its appearance, My Life Locker is not a book; it’s a magnificent life tool. I have spent my lifetime – even as a child – being extremely organized, but never as organized as this system has shown me how to be. I have always known where all of my important information was (wills, investments, bank statement, passwords etc.) but if needed, in an emergency; my family would spend frantic hours searching for this information because it was all under my “system.” With this brilliant Life Locker, everything is in one place and it makes it simple, not only for me to find, but for my family to find it as well, if necessary. This has alleviated a great deal of worry because finally everything is where it should be and everyone who should know now knows where to find it.”

http://mylifelocker.com My Life Locker™ is the ultimate organizational system, your personal mobile filing cabinet. 207 Beech St, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, K1Y 3T3, 613-294-9400 info@mylifelocker.com

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Man vs Dinner in Ottawa

12:54 PM

Here you go again. It is late afternoon, you’re toasted from the day, your blood sugar is low, and making a decision about dinner and then executing it… well you might as well be executed yourself!

You know that somewhere in town there is a slice of pizza with your name on it, but you also know that will only fill the hole in your gut, not satisfy the hunger within. It will be quick, bloating and leave you feeling like a cheese eating high school student. And there is nothing wrong with feeling like a cheese eating high school student, if you are one, but you’re not.

A Conundrum, according to the dictionary, is “anything that puzzles,” and it explains exactly how you are feeling. Your hunger cannot be satisfied by bulk, you don’t have the patience or energy to collect food, cook, eat and clean up. You’re feeling frustration like a worn edge and all you want is an immediate solution. The sustenance you choose needs to be delicious, nourishing and adult, without having to apply for a second mortgage. You need to make the right decision.

Take a breath because there are easy solutions at hand. Think rosemary Gorgonzola cream sauce topped with caramelized pear. Imagine tomato, roasted garlic, olive oil, and penne. Envision focaccia, beer, wine and bruschetta. Conceptualize caramelized onions, red Thai soup, Malay-style fish and Caprese skewers. Visualize Caesar, spinach, house or goat cheese salad sprinkled with your favorite shredded toppings. Did I mention Tarragon or almond encrusted chicken, grilled salmon, tuna or steak? And, there is always my favourite states of being: BBQ, jerk or grilled.

StoneFace Dolly’s is home to Breakfast, Lunch, Brunch and Dinner in Ottawa. Like all good stories, StoneFace Dolly’s is a tale that is better served over dinner with friends and in this case, delivered with your favourite entrée by owner and Chef Bob Russell. Don’t forget to ask about Dolly. When it comes to Food in Ottawa, StoneFace Dolly’s accommodates its guests with a casual dinner-party style atmosphere, interesting guests and gourmet food with an international twist. Find us at 416 Preston Street, Ottawa, Ontario, K1S 4M9 or 613 564-2222 or mailto:reservations@stonefacedollys.com.

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Process Server Maryland

10:10 AM

A Process Server delivers legal documents for civil court matters. Documents include subpoenas, summonses, court orders, legal notices and writs. There are different types of Process Servers, with the differences explained below.
Registered or licensed process servers, for most states, are registered by county. In California a process server can serve papers in any county within that state. In other states a process server can only serve papers in the county where they are registered. Most counties require the applicant to be bonded and insured.
Private detectives and investigators are mostly licensed by the state and are exempt from registering as process servers. They, and anyone in their employ, can serve legal process and are considered officers of the court.
Sheriffs, Marshals and Constables who are sworn peace officers, can Serve Process. Equally, Non registered or licensed individuals who include friends and relatives may serve up to ten legal documents per year, provided that the individual is not a party to the action. When the service of the papers has been completed the server must sign an affidavit, under penalty of perjury, stating that the paper was properly served.

The shortcomings of having a non-professional serve process. Is that they do not understand the laws and rules involved in process serving. Nor do they usually know how to fill out a proper proof of service. This can cause a service to be declared invalid and possibly cause you to lose the case or at the least force you to start over. Additionally, many people attempt to evade service and a professional is more likely to complete the service. Process Serving can be dangerous because the people being served are attempting to avoid their responsibilities, which is why a Process Server is required in the first place. Recipients get angry and attempt to take it out on the process server, using whatever tools or weapons they have at their disposal. That is where a company like Due Process USA is able to minimize your risk, by being able to Serve Process with consistency across every county in every state in the union, including the State of Maryland.

Due Process USA is the market leader in Process Service and Skip Tracing. With 1200 Process Servers we provide end-to-end Service of Process and Skip Trace Services Nationwide. Due Process applies the same professional ethics and standards as the law firms which we serve. Our use of advanced methodology, attention to detail and proactive customer service provide you with end-to-end Service of Process, which is only complete once the case is adjudicated.

Call us toll free at 1 800 228 0484. www.duesprocessusa.com

Process Server Nebraska

9:55 AM

There was a time when Sheriffs, Marshals and Constables were good choices for serving papers. Since that time things have changed and they are no longer a reliable Serving source. They are often too busy with higher priority duties and your papers may sit for weeks before they are taken out for service. The other problem is that when people see the uniform, they refuse to answer the door, the Marshall leaves and the papers remain un-served and your case continues to go un-resolved.

Licensed private detectives and investigators can Serve but often charge more. Some investigators turn Service into an investigation and run up billable hours. But the good detective agencies will have numerous service assignments and investigators that can serve papers fast and efficiently for a reasonable fee. But, like finding a prince, you will need to kiss a lot of frogs first.
Most licensed investigators are trustworthy enough to be honest about the papers they serve. It is not easy to obtain a license and if they get caught committing perjury by saying they served a paper when they did not or if they get caught billing a client for work that was not done, they can lose their license. Prospective clients can contact the state licensing board to obtain a record of adjudicated complaints or use a service like Due Process USA that screens Servers and has reliable personnel Serving in every county in every state.

Registered process servers usually know the laws and rules, however it is easy to register and there is usually no licensing body that monitors these individuals. Therefore, if the registration is revoked the server can list himself as an independent contractor working for a new registrant. Since there is no experience required in order to register, there is nowhere to check or file a complaint against a registrant. The only recourse a client has against a registered process server is to file a lawsuit against the party and then if a judgment is obtained to go against the registrants bond. But why bother, when a company like Due Process USA is able to minimize your risk, by being able to Serve Process with consistency across every county in every state in the union, including the State of Nebraska.

Call us toll free at 1 800 228 0484. www.duesprocessusa.com

Process Server Nebraska

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Process Server Nebraska

Call us toll free at 1 800 228 0484. www.duesprocessusa.com

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Process Server Maryland

9:03 AM

Call us toll free at 1 800 228 0484. www.duesprocessusa.com

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Ottawa SEM and SEO

7:03 PM

People haven’t changed. Some people prefer to get information through reading, some prefer to listen and others like to watch. In fact, most of us use all forms of media, depending on our urgency, our schedule and our mood at the time that we are looking. Therefore, at Ottawa Social Media Marketing we put your message in all media.

Ottawasocialmediamarketing.com

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for Businesses having Trouble Getting their Message Out on Social Media

10:17 AM

You can’t enter a new era, apply the previous era’s standards and expect to find success. But hang onto those old ideas because they will be back in vogue in another Century, just not this one. It is called “Social” Media not “Marketing” Media.

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Business Etiquette

10:32 AM

There are several essential Business Etiquette techniques and strategies that are needed to establish a professional presence in interactive environments. The first is Body language. An awareness of body language is essential to becoming an effective communicator. We will train you how to enhance your communication skills and decipher the non-verbal responses of your colleagues and clients.

The next important strategy is the Handshake. How you shake hands - another universal non-verbal interaction - tells others so much about you. It offers insight into whether you are confident or shy, decisive or tentative, friendly or aloof. Indeed, a handshake alone may immediately influence your client's response to your proposal even before you begin to speak. Introduction formulas for business and social settings count every time you use them and count more every time you don’t. Whether you are introducing yourself or others, knowing the elements of a proper introduction is essential to maintaining your professional presence.
The next important step to success is the ability to have exceptional Conversation skills. You will discover key skills to engage comfortably in important discussions. You will learn several practical tips on how to overcome conversation lulls and engage in appropriate small talk. And don’t forget the impression that you will leave behind in the form of a Business card. You will be shown how to convey class when handing out or receiving business cards. You will learn to avoid common gaffs.
Not lastly, but last in this list is the ability to Working a Room. Before you test your newly acquired skills at your next client event, you need to know more about working a room successfully. We will show you how to make the best use of your valuable time when attending business receptions, trade shows or conferences.

Get your Executive Presence Score here.

Corporate Class Inc. 60 Bloor Street West, Suite 1100, Toronto, Canada, M4W 3B8

Tel: 416-967-1221 Fax: 416-967-2818 Toll Free: 1-877-780-1221

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Corporate Class Inc. 1659 Locksley Lane, Ottawa, Canada, K1G 1B6

Tel: 613-799-2422 Fax: 416-967-2818

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Etiquette for Business

10:31 AM

Since the “Book of Civilized Man” was published in the 13^th Century, many things have changed, but like a refined wine, some things get better with age. The world has changed quite a bit in the last 100 years, but as Emily Post once said: “Etiquette is the science of living. It embraces everything. It is ethics. It is honor.” Manners, Etiquette and Protocol are the communication devices that unite us as a civilized species and will never go out of style.

Success is built on many factors, which include understanding the power of communication. They say that you never get a second chance to make a first impression, and in this Century it is as true as it ever was. Employing Business Etiquette Cultural Training, Dining Etiquette, Dress, Decorum and a sprinkle of good old Table Manners can be applied to Phone and Email Etiquette that’ll make the difference between traveling First Class and coach.

Refinement is a learned behavior, much like driving an automobile. Over time, and with experience it becomes second nature, so that when you hit an icy patch in the road, you don’t find yourself in the ditch. A conversation can unfold with similar results, but as you learn and apply the knowledge of Etiquette, you will recognize and avoid pitfalls.

Once upon a time hard work and quality product were all that was required to be at the top. Those things still hold true, but what really separates your business from your competitors is a belief, an ideal, a philosophy. The one thing that all of your clients have in common is that they bought into you. You got yourself this far, now let us help you achieve the next level. “Good manners will open doors that the best education cannot.”

Get your Executive Presence Score here.

Corporate Class Inc. 60 Bloor Street West, Suite 1100, Toronto, Canada, M4W 3B8

Tel: 416-967-1221 Fax: 416-967-2818 Toll Free: 1-877-780-1221

General Inquiries info@corporateclassinc.com

Corporate Class Inc. 1659 Locksley Lane, Ottawa, Canada, K1G 1B6

Tel: 613-799-2422 Fax: 416-967-2818

General Inquiries info@corporateclassinc.com

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The Power of More Than One

7:18 AM

The latest episode of Shotgun with Carlo is with New York Times Best Selling Author Peggy McColl. At least 15% of our views are secondary... meaning that, because we are fun and interesting, our visitors watch more than one video when they visit us.

That equals 550 new client views in the last 30 days. Divide that by the number of videos on the channel and it works out to about 55 extra views each. that is 55 customers walking through you store, looking at your business, learning about your services.

Peggy will bring at least a thousand people to the channel in the next 30 days. That is about 150 new client views on top of the other videos on the channel. As we add more and more businesses, those numbers continue to grow. Are you ready to BE the talk of Social Media?

Think of it… If you had to attract the circle of people that each person brings to the channel… well, that is the Power of More Than One.

Stop trying and start doing.

Dean.

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“Destinies” Best Selling Author Peggy McColl

12:15 PM

Peggy McColl specializes in two areas of expertise. The first, is that she is a New York Times Best Selling Author and an internationally recognized Speaker and expert in goal achievement. Secondly, she is a Speaker/Author/Mentor and an expert in helping Authors, Entrepreneurs & Experts create valuable products, build their brand worldwide and make money online. Peggy creates international "best sellers!"

It sounds simple, yet when we are faced with achieving success, most of us get caught on something that keeps us from moving forward. The truth is, that we all have something holding us back because “we don’t know, what we don’t know.” If you don’t know what you’re missing then how can you ask for it? And we have not been taught, because we have not had the good fortune to encounter someone who recognizes our strengths and has the experience to translate it into a language that we understand.

Peggy McColl, the best selling author of “Destinies,” is a proven and effective translator of the language of success. If you are building your business, publishing your book or looking to make money online, Peggy has over twenty-five years of experience to apply to your success. Her reputation is International and includes praise from experts in the personal development field, including Neale Donald Walsch, Bob Proctor, Jack Canfield, Jim Rohn, Mark Victor Hansen, Caroline Myss, Gregg Braden, Debbie Ford, and many others.

Peggy’s direct-to-consumer book promotion and marketing campaigns have been praised by authors and publishers, and have resulted in the sales of tens of thousands of books! Her cutting edge approach, empathetic nature and passion combine to help you achieve your goals.

Peggy inspires individuals though intensive workshops, speaking engagements, goal achievement seminars and her best-selling books. She has been motivated to make a positive contribution and as the President and Founder of Dynamic Destinies Incorporated, she has had a positive effect on the lives of millions of people. Through training individuals, authors, entrepreneurs, corporate leaders and employees in some of the most compelling and strategic goal-setting technologies of our times, Peggy’s passion has inspired individuals, professional athletes, authors and organizations to reach their maximum potential.

She is the author of Be A Dog With A Bone Always Go For Your Dreams, Your Destiny Switch; Master Your Key Emotions and Attract the Life of Your Dreams, 21 Distinctions of Wealth; Attract the Abundance You Deserve, The Won Thing; The One Secret to a Totally Fulfilling Life, Viral Explosions: Proven Techniques to Expand, Explode, and Ignite Your Business or Brand Online.

She has also created the audio programs: Magnet for Money Platinum Edition 6CD set;, Turn Fear Into Faith, and the creator of teleseminar mentoring programs including: How to Make BIG Money on the Internet 8 Hour Teleseminar Series

http://www.destinies.com 613-788-3200 “Destinies” Best Selling Author Peggy McColl, Speaker/Author/Mentor helps Authors, Entrepreneurs & Experts create products, build brands and make money online.

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Wedding Planner and Event Planning Ottawa

6:22 AM

Stellar Events is Ottawa’s premiere wedding planner and event planning company, offering services in both official languages. We create unique, one-of-a -kind special events for our clients, incorporating cultural influences and personal style. We bring fairytale weddings into reality with the ease of waving a magic wand. All you need to do is add the Handsome Prince. We marry your vision, style and expectations with our creativity, expertise and attention to detail.
You get the benefit of the relationships we have cultivated with Ottawa’s most inspired, gifted and sought-after people in the industry, which allows us to connect you with a list of professionals that are dedicated to making your wedding or event their top priority. The expert services offered by Stellar Events, combined with access to their vast team of qualified vendors, results in an event that exceeds your expectations without the stress of having planned it on your own. Our goal is to make sure that you have a stellar event!

Extraordinary weddings do not just materialize; every detail must be deliberately planned and flawlessly executed in order to be awe-inspiring. Hiring a wedding planner is no longer viewed as an extravagance; instead it is a crucial component to any well-planned event.
According to WPIC, it takes an average of over 250 hours for a bride to plan her wedding. It is no wonder that a lot of brides become overwhelmed with the countless details involved in coordinating a wedding. Hiring a planner relieves some of the stress and leaves you with more time to enjoy your engagement. Whether you want your special day to be an intimate occasion or a lavish affair, Stellar Events will take care of all the details to make your wedding day magical.
Many couples are adding ethnic spice to their special day in order to preserve cultural customs or celebrate a special moment in their courtship. Some couples want their cultural traditions to be the focal point of their special day, others want to take a more subtle approach. However you want to bring your love story to life on your wedding day, whether it is by incorporating cultural traditions, a unique theme that expresses your life together or a more traditional white wedding- we have the knowledge, creativity and dedication to turn your vision into reality.
Whether you need professional guidance and support with all aspects leading up to the wedding, professional assistance on the day of, or simply a list of reliable vendors to help point you in the right direction, Stellar Events will help ensure that the demands of planning your wedding do not take away from the romance of your engagement. We offer three types of services consistent with WPIC standards.

From holiday parties to corporate events or even a romantic dinner for two, Stellar Events can coordinate the details. We can plan, organize and orchestrate any event minimizing stress and providing clients with more time to enjoy their guests. With creative theme suggestions and an air of sophistication, these events will be the talk of all their guests for years to come.
Whether you need professional guidance and support with all aspects leading up to your event, professional assistance on the day of, or simply a list of reliable vendors to help point you in the right direction, Stellar Events will help ensure that the end result is an event that incorporates all you wanted to accomplish without the stress of planning it on your own.

You can reach us at…

Phone: 613. 302. 3700

Email: cvito@stellareventsandweddings.com
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/StellarEvents
Twitter: twitter.com/Cristie_Vito

Blog: stellareventsandweddings.blogspot.com

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Ottawa Little Italy Festival-Finale Weekend Highlights

8:22 AM

Ottawa’s largest street party lived up to its name recently at the Finale of Ottawa’s Little Italy Festival. The Ottawa Festival is an opportunity to celebrate and laugh with the Italian-Canadian community. This years participants connected with their inner Italian, which started with fun and ended with food. The restaurants along the Preston Street opened their patios and moved into the street, creating a European village feel, right in the centre of the Nation’s Capital. People wandered, tasted, sipped, listened, watched and engaged as the street was engulfed with 125,000 people. It featured the Ottawa Ferrari Festival, the Italian Car Parade, the Preston Street Bike Race, Opera, flag throwers, Italian entertainers, roving characters, a midway and nightly fireworks.

2011 is the first year in some time where the street was not engulfed in construction. With all of the pieces in place and the new Preston Street showing it new blacktop and urban design, visitors were not disappointed. With all of the changes, Little Italy is now more exciting than ever, with great events, great restaurants and great atmosphere. Once again, the crowds loved the Kart Club and Atlantic F4 racecars. Ferraris were everywhere and available for viewing which culminated in a parade. Italian cars, motorcycles and scooters revved their engines and paraded their style in front thousands of appreciative on-lookers. The same people that brought Shakespeare to parks across Ottawa, The Company of Fools, supplied roving characters who added to the flavour of the street performers and buskers who entertained the crowds. Opera Lyra performed an impromptu selection right in the middle of the crowd, who were delighted and surprised to have seemingly anonymous people suddenly break into song around them.

The big top tent at the Adult High school Parking lot featured performances by Local Artists Blush Popshop All Stars, Alyssa Radulescu, Brio (Gruppo di ballo del Centro Giovanile Formativo Italocanadese), Marietta D'Alessio, Emidio D'Alessio, Corale Arcobaleno, Pierangela Pica, Marina Pilote-Flores and the Core Meo Youth Dance Group. Bike Race Ottawa brought us the Preston Street Criterium Bike Races that included children as young as five all the way up to adult bike racing. The action was fast and the crowd brought their cowbells in true cycling fashion.

It was a blast and we hope you were there. But if you missed, then don’t worry, there is always something happening in Little Italy Ottawa.