Well, today is the first day of summer – yahoo!  The kids are getting anxious to be finished with school and the parents are anxious to see the report cards!

Here are some events to check out over the next couple of months:

• The International Jazz Festival runs from June 23 – July 3 and features many wonderfully talented musicians such as Diana Krall, Wynton Marsalis, Herbie Hancock, Smokey Robinson and many more.  There are free events as well as paid events.  Be sure to enjoy some Jazz as summer heats up!  Details at http://www.ottawajazzfestival.com/

Scotiabank Place has a variety of upcoming events:

• Cirque de Soleil: Quidam from June 22 – 30
• Katy Perry on July 3
• Josh Grobin on July 22
• The Wiggles on July 26
• New Kids on the Block and Backstreet Boys on August 4
• Lil Wayne on August 16
• Keith Urban on September 9
• WWE presents Monday Night Raw on September 12

As you can see, there is something for everyone!  Lots to see and do in the Nation’s Capital! 

Also, don’t forget about Sunday Bike Days, where the following streets are closed to vehicular traffic from 9am-1pm during the summer (Victoria Day to Labour Day):

• Ottawa River Parkway
• Colonel By Drive
• Rockcliffe Parkway

Check out the NCC website for more detailed description of the road closures as well as road closures in Gatineau Park.

Stay tuned next week for a listing of Canada Day activities not to be missed!

As always, feel free to contact us with any of your real estate questions or concerns at 613-288-0090.  Our professional sales representatives would be happy to provide any assistance they can.