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  • Rideau English Conversation Group

    Rideau

    Wednesdays, May 29, 2024 - Jun 05, 2024
    6:30pm
    60 minutes

    2 sessions remaining

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    Do you already have some basic English language skills, and are you looking for a casual, friendly environment where you can practice your English speaking skills? All levels are welcome.

    Join our free English conversation group!

    Receive guidance from our leaders, meet new people and gain confidence in your ability to speak English.

    Every Wednesdays from 6:30-7:30 pm (no conversation group on April 17)

    Vous avez déjà une base en anglais et vous cherchez un endroit avec une ambiance décontractée et amicale pour pratiquer vos habiletés de converser en anglais? Tous les niveaux sont les bienvenus.

    Joignez-vous à notre groupe de conversation en anglais! C'est gratuit!

    Recevez des conseils, rencontrez de nouvelles personnes et gagnez de la confiance à converser en anglais.

    Tous les mercredis soirs de 18h30-19h30 (sauf le 17 avril)
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    Passport to Mystery: English Mystery Club

    Cumberland

    Tuesday Jun 18, 2024 at 1:30pm
    60 minutes

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    All aboard for the final leg of our tour around the world, with Sweden, Nigeria, and Spain! Join us the third Tuesday of each month where we will discuss a title set in a different country and/or written by a foreign author.

    When you register, we will reserve a copy of the book for you - no need to place a hold, unless you would like to enjoy the book in a different format. This is the last chance to get your Reader's Passport stamped before the summer!
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    Protecting Your PC

    Cumberland

    Saturday Jun 22, 2024 at 2:00pm
    120 minutes

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    The average time it takes for an unprotected computer to be compromised after connecting to the Internet is under 15 minutes. Don't let it be yours!

    Chris Taylor, President of the Ottawa PC Users' Group, will show you the simple steps you need to take to keep your PC from being hacked.

    And best of all, it can be done for free!

    **Please note that you are not required to bring your laptop for the session.

  • DIY Bottle Cap Bookmarks and Magnets

    Hazeldean

    Saturday May 25, 2024 at 2:00pm
    60 minutes

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    Create your own magnets and bookmarks using bottle caps and images from paper, photographs, and fabric.
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    English Conversation Group / Groupe de conversation en anglais

    Stittsville

    Mondays, May 27, 2024 - Jun 24, 2024
    12:00pm
    60 minutes

    5 sessions remaining

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    Practice your English language conversation skills and meet new friends in a relaxed and friendly environment. A facilitator will be there to lead the group.

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  • 'Folk’ Song Circle

    Carlingwood

    Mondays, May 27, 2024 - Jun 16, 2025
    1:30pm
    90 minutes

    12 sessions remaining

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    Monday, May 20th, 2024 session has been rescheduled to Monday, May 27th, 2024. Same time. 

    Enjoy singing your favourite soft pop songs from the 50’s-80’s, Celtic and other folk music! All ages and levels of experience welcome. 

    3rd Monday of the month@ 1:30-3:00.

    September-June. Some exceptions may apply. 

  • Learn how to access OPL eBooks and Audiobooks

    Sunnyside

    Mondays, May 27, 2024 - Jun 24, 2024
    1:30pm
    120 minutes

    2 sessions remaining

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    The Ottawa Public Library has thousands of digital titles, discover how to access them using resources like Libby and cloudLibrary. Come join us in this monthly drop-in session where we help you learn how to use Ottawa Public Library resources to access eBooks and audiobooks.

  • Trivia night!

    Stittsville

    Monday May 27, 2024 at 6:30pm
    60 minutes

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    Calling all quiz masters! Test your knowledge with live general trivia at the Stittsville branch of the Ottawa Public Library!

    Come for the fun, leave with the bragging rights!

    Register a team of two to five people, come and enjoy!

  • Colouring for the Mind - Adult Colouring Club

    Manotick

    Tuesdays, May 28, 2024 - Jun 25, 2024
    10:30am
    60 minutes

    3 sessions remaining

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    Colouring can have a calming effect on the mind and promote overall wellness.

    Join us every second week on Tuesday mornings for a fun and relaxing session of adult coloring.  An opportunity to let your inner artist free and be a kid again!

    All supplies are provided.  No experience required.  All you need to bring is your creativity!

  • Greenbelt ESL Conversation

    North Gloucester

    Tuesdays, May 28, 2024 - Jun 11, 2024
    1:00pm
    90 minutes

    6 sessions remaining

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    Learn and practice new English language skills and meet new people in a relaxed and friendly environment. Offered in partnership with Greenbelt Church. All are welcome to this drop-in program!

    Apprenez et pratiquez votre anglais parlé et rencontrez des gens dans un milieu décontracté. Offert en partenariat avec l'Église Greenbelt. Tout le monde est bienvenue à ce programme sans inscription!