Ottawa Miniature Gallery
EventThe CPG is thrilled to welcome something big to its space: The Ottawa Miniature Gallery. Explore a curated selection of miniature artwork displayed in a tiny gallery from Saturday, March 15 to Friday, May 15. The mini gallery stands more than 180 centimetres tall with three stackable floors. It has interior lighting, hardwood floors, 12 showrooms and a sticker graffiti wall in an effort to mimic a miniature gallery space.
Inside, the exhibit features approximately 30 artists across Ontario with two to three art pieces per room, depending on the art, and how it is curated.
Founded in 2022 by glass artist, Jennifer Kelly, the miniature gallery is now curated by Kiana Simmons.
Kiana Simmons is a miniaturist and farmer based in Ottawa, ON. Their love of growing & eating vegetables translated into their first miniature vegetable creations during summer of 2020. Through their business, Miniature Veg, they have hosted over 80 travelling polymer clay miniature food workshops since February 2024 across Canada and abroad.
Story Time with Roy Vestrum
EventStory Time With Roy Vestrum
Featuring
I’m a Little Doctor — Yes, I Can!
Wednesday, May 20, 2026
2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
At A Bunch of Whimsy
Located at 142 Bridge St, Carleton Place, ON.
Children under 12 are welcome with a parent or guardian.
Small-group reading session
Limited to 10 children.
Please reserve in-store or online by Sunday, May 18, 2026.
I learn to help, to care, to plan,
A little doctor — yes, I can!
A story about compassion, learning, and caring for others.
Join author and illustrator Roy A. Vestrum for a special afternoon story reading and book signing featuring the Yes, I Can! series.
Children will enjoy a gentle, imaginative story about curiosity, kindness, helping others, and imagining what they can become one day.
Each child admission includes:
Live story reading
Meet-the-author session
Signed copy of the featured book
Admission: $7.50 CAD
Includes signed copy of the featured book.
Written and illustrated by Roy A. Vestrum
R Vest Press
abunchofwhimsy.com/vendor/RVP/
Marshall’s Dog Rescue Garage Sale
EventHuge Garage Sale for Marshall’s Dog Rescue ‘Saving Lives One Paw at a Time’
Adoptables
Bake Sale
Many amazing finds.
Find Us in the courtyard at 142 Bridge Street
8:00am to 2 pm
Sat May 23rd, 2026
During the Carleton Place Wide Garage Sale with Murray’s Flea Market
https://www.facebook.com/events/893581953719823
Crafter-Hours: Whimsical Picture Frames (18+)
EventCrafter-Hours: Whimsical Picture Frames (18+)
An after-hours creative hang on the last Tuesday of the month. Registration is recommended, email us to save a seat: hello@craftcycle.ca
Event Address: A Bunch of Whimsy – 142 Bridge St. Carleton Place, ON
Date & Time: May 26th 2026, 6:00pm – 8pm
$$$: Pay What You Can. Suggested donation $15
Any questions? Please contact us: hello@craftcycle.ca
Hub: https://tinyurl.com/98rkswze
Setmore: https://craftcycle613.setmore.com
Whimsy Summer Markets 2026
EventComing Back this Summer!
A Bunch of Whimsy is happy to announce the 2nd year of Saturday Summer Markets.
Running every Saturday in June, July and August
This Saturday June 6th is our 1st market of the year!
NEW hours will be from 11 am – 3 pm.
*Summerfest – Saturday July 25th from 10am – 3pm*
Our vendors are already busy creating and curating !
To see who is coming on each Saturday:
go to https://abunchofwhimsy.com/events/
Vendors will be out front and in the courtyard, beside our parking lot at the back of the store.
Visit us at 142 Bridge Street, Carleton Place
Race Around The Place
EventWhether you’ve lived here a lifetime or haven’t yet experienced our charming town, the inaugural Race Around the Place is the perfect occasion to enjoy some friendly competition in the fresh air of Carleton Place, celebrate community and help support the Lanark County Food Bank. Come be a part of history on October 24, 2026!
Go all-in for the half marathon, speed through a 10K, or cruise for fun in a 5K. Glory or giggles – whatever works for you! This chip-timed race is for everyone: PR-chasers and high-fivers alike.
Routes take runners through our historic downtown and recreational paths. The half marathon extends to the quaint hamlet of Appleton before returning to Carleton Place along a section of the Trans-Canada Trail.
After you cross the finish line, Carleton Place offers you many shops, restaurants, and cafés that make our town special. Whether you’re a visitor discovering the town for the first time or a local enjoying your favorite spots, this event will be a win for all. See you there!