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.
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!