Juice & Gin
Wednesday, February 20, 2002
Editor's blurb:
/me is dancing.... err wait, what are you guys doing here, I'm still partying!!
The (relative) lack of events was a huge relief for me, as my body is starting to tell me that I had enough, but my mind wants more MORE MORE!! (Still I find a way to do something every night... amazing isn't it? erm.)
Fear not, we have not forgotten anyone. On this weeks menu, we present our national sport (hockey of course), our second.. err third.. err some activity we like to do (bowling) and for the "plat de resistance", the MOTP!!! Read the descriptions included in this amazingly oddly shaped home-brewed menu....
Francois francois.gingras@alcatel.com
The official NUTS homepage:
http://nutsevents.topcities.com
In This Issue:
Message from HeadNUT/WebDude/PhodoDude/Treasurer/Meeting Recorder/Multi-Committee Head Secretary/etc
Hey gang
Winterlude finished up with a whimper, but there might still be a chance to steal a few more spins on the Canal. Try and enjoy the winter before it turns into slush!
Not much event news this week except for the announcement of the upcoming, impending, spectacular, incredible.... MIDDLE OF TERM PARTY!!! Full details below in the EVENTS section.
Also, for anyone at Alcatel who may be looking for me (say to buy tickets for the MOTP -- nudge, nudge, wink, wink, say no more) I've moved desks! And not really that far, just to the other side of the fourth floor.
So for anyone who needs to find me: Find the forth floor of Tower Two, and turn left out of the elevators. Head nearly all the way down, turning left into the hallway that's second from the end -- my cube is the second on the left. Just look for the CD's lining the top of my cubicle!
For those who would rather just look it up on the floor plan chart, I'm at: 4T2-91.
Visit the NUTS Website for all for funtastic needs!
http://nutsevents.topcities.com/
New pictures this week:
* Winterlude Extravaganza
* Stewart Street Party II - The Sequel
Until next time
Michael <michael.tofinetti@alcatel.com>
The phrase of the week is "Jive Funk." Use it today!
Greg's Deep Thought Korner Editorial
No DTk this week.
The High Tech Avenger Comic
by: Chris Biggs @ Alcatel
http://www.geocities.com/the_abhor_poet/comic/index.html
Guide to Ottawa
Whether you are a new grad, a co-op student, or the next CEO, you'll need that little kick-start to help you get familiar with the Ottawa area.
This guide is our attempt to show you the ropes when it comes to entertainment, housing, transportation, eating out and generally having a good time here in the Nation's capital. This guide also contains lots the other miscellaneous information we wished somebody would have told us when we first got here!
View this excellent resource on the NUTS homepage at: http://nutsevents.topcities.com/guide/index.html
Feel free to print out this document and share it!
Quotes and websites of the week
Websites of the week
British marines 'invade' Spain by mistake
http://www.engrish.com/
(wow we got two sites this week!)
http://www.ananova.com/news/story/sm_523983.html?menu=news.quirkies
COSMIC BOWLING
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Saturday, February 23, 2002
Spend some time throwing little black spheres at wobbly pins while coloured lights burn out your retinas and disco music blows out your ear drums!
Come out to the Merivale Bowling Centre (1916 Merivale Road, Nepean) at 9:00 pm.
Price is $3.00 per game plus $1.30 for shoe rentals. Since we usually play two games, this works out to a paltry $7.30 for a couple hours of fun!!
Contact Michael michael.tofinetti@alcatel.com for more information.
MIDDLE OF TERM PARTY
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Saturday, March 02, 2002
Check this out!
....
Are you tired of watching other people have fun while you sit at home and rot in front of your TV?
Do you find yourself mindlessly washing the same dishes over and over again for lack of anything else better to do?
Do you dream about hot beaches, hot babes, and chocolate ice cream only to open your eyes and see grey skies, dull people, and macaroni and cheese spilling over the pot and onto your greasy, unwashed stovetop?
Well, folks, the Association of Doctors Trained to Entertain Co-op Students have come up with a unprecedented, never-been-tried before miracle drug that is guaranteed to add shine and lustre to your greying hair and non-existent social life!
FEATURING.....*drum roll please*
THE ONCE-IN-A-LIFETIME Only Can Happen in Ottawa WINTER 2002 MIDDLE OF TERM PARTY!
*cheers and applause from the audience*
Brought to you by the beautiful and incredibly modest peeps of SFU, Nortel, and Alcatel, this year's Winter MOTP will be held at the Great Canadian Cabin located on 95 York on Saturday, March 2nd, 2002.
Details:
For those of you who came out and had a blast at our Beginning of Term Party (BOTP), there were cheap drinks and prizes galore! (Michael's Omnipotent Voice: I think "prizes galore" is stretching it a bit. Unless you count the head injuries. :)) Since your enthusiastic response to our party planning was so overwhelming, we decided to offer prizes again!
Who: You and all of your friends!
What: Middle of Term Party 2002!
When: Saturday, March 2nd, starting at 9pm
Where: The Great Canadian Cabin located in the market
Why: Because it's time to have a blast and show Ottawa that Co-op students rule!
Price: Advance tickets are ONLY $2!!!! More at the door...
For those of you who arrive at the Cabin between 9-10:30pm, you will be entered into a draw for some great prizes!
*encore encore!*
For more information or if you would like to purchase tickets to this great event, contact one of the following peeps in your neighbourhood:
Alcatel:
Francois Gingras francois.gingras
Michael Tofinetti michael.tofinetti@alcatel.com
Nortel:
Jason Lantz jasonl@nortelnetworks.com
Sreemoyi Sanyal sanyals@nortelnetworks.com
Nicholas Sylvestre-Williams mechbay@nortelnetworks.com
SFU:
Lisa Ma mal@inac.gc.ca
Amy Mullis aamullis@sfu.ca
Be there or be square!
(Michael's Omnipotent Voice: Trapezoids are cooler shapes.)
LASER TAG
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(Temporarily Postponed; date TBD)
Shooting each other has never been more fun! Test your aim, defensive and offensive skills in a game of laser tag! Even better, they play music while you run around in a spooky maze full of surprises at every turn...
WARNING:
- A lot of action is expected, enthusiast players recommended.
- Sweating is actually normal in this game.
- This is the only time you can safely shoot someone... now how many times does that happen???
Have any inquiry? Want to book your spot? E-mail francois.gingras@alcatel.com.
SKIING TRIP
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Interested in staying at a ski resort for a weekend? (Maybe Tremblant etc...)
Contact me and we'll work something out.
Includes: Lift tickets, rentals (if necessary), transportation and hotel (with a sauna!)
Date: Negotiable
Contact:
Muneer Nawab
613-763-2560 (esn 393)
mnawab@nortelnetworks.com
All the events below are pick-up. This means anybody can join anytime. If you want your on-going event announced on the NUTS list, use the new submission service: http://nutsevents.topcities.com/newsletter/submit.html
Wing Night at Minglewoods
http://nutsevents.topcities.com/events/#Monday
Tuesday night movies
http://nutsevents.topcities.com/events/#Tuesday
PARTE Pool League
http://nutsevents.topcities.com/events/#Wednesday
Wednesday night dinner (It's back!)
For our Febuary 20th meal we will be trying the "Clair de Lune" in the Market.
It's French cuisine and has a good reputation at my place of work here.
I have attached a website so everyone can check out the reveiw of this place.
I know we've have been doing a little more mainstream restaurants than usual however the change of pace is to try & include more people.
Please reply to us by 11am Feb 20 and Eric and I hope to see as many people as possible there!!
Here is the link: http://ottawaplus.ca/profile/44675/?cslink=cs_restaurants_5_0
NOTE: Special diets
Claire de Lune accommodates vegetarian and high protein-low starch diets.
ADDRESS:
81-B Clarence St
Ottawa, ON K1N5P5
Phone: (613) 241-2200
Fax: (613) 241-2200
Restaurant Review
Fresh and friendly
No matter the season, diners will find only the freshest produce in the sassy, contemporary cuisine served up at Claire de Lune; the owners shop for it at the local market every morning. Fresh fish is available daily from 12pm to 2:30pm, with the catch of the day and a two-course table d'hôte. For something light, try a seasonal salad such as lettuces tossed with a black currant-Champagne vinaigrette. For dinner, indulge in something really creative like the roast pork tenderloin with a grapefruit-pink peppercorn glaze, served with a black bean puree and topped with a Calvados-cardamom jus.
Bright and modern
The brick walls, glass blocks and contemporary art set the mood for a pleasurable experience at this popular, well established Ottawa restaurant. Situated in the heart of the market, Claire de Lune is the perfect spot for just about everyone. For outdoor dining enthusiasts, there are two patios, one on the rooftop and one below. The staff are friendly and always remember their customers by name.
Happy hour, happy customers
Clair de Lune's happy hour takes place from 5pm to 7:30pm and comes with complimentary canapés and hors-d'oeuvres. Close to the best of Ottawa entertainment, the restaurant also features after-theatre dining every Thursday to Saturday. A jazz trio provides in-house entertainment every Saturday night, and Sunday brunch is a popular time to enjoy the best the restaurant has to offer.
Susan Porter
http://communities.msn.com/WednesdayDinners/home.htm
INDOOR ROCK CLIMBING!
http://nutsevents.topcities.com/events/#Thursday
Room available for rent in gorgeous 3600 square foot house situated right on the Ottawa River, the Ottawa River is literally in the back yard. Fully furnished, full access to the house, Laundry Facilities included, kitchen, living area, common area, and parking. $405/month, please contact John Lawrence:
Join the NUTS committee:
Everyone at Alcatel is welcome to join the committee. We get together once a week and you can show up to hang out, suggest ideas, plan events, give feedback, or just to find out what's going on this term.
This is a great way to meet new people and get involved! Bring your lunch and come to:
Tower 2, 1st floor, room 3, Tuesdays at 12 noon.
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