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  • Tuesday Apr 29, 2025 at 4:15pm (series runs until May 27, 2025)

    Do you have a child in grades 1 to 4? ​Would you like them to boost their confidence and motivation to read?

    Join our weekly Reading Buddies program. ​Each child will be paired with a teen volunteer for ​fun and interactive, 30-minute read aloud sessions. ​

    Registration is required for this program. 

    To register, email: NepeanCentrepointe@biblioottawalibrary.ca

  • Tuesday Apr 29, 2025 at 5:00pm (series runs until May 13, 2025)

    Do you have children ages 6 to 9?  ​Would you like them to read more? ​

    Join our weekly Reading Buddies program. ​Each child will be paired with a teen volunteer for ​fun and interactive, 30-minute read aloud sessions. ​

    Registration is required for this program. 

    To register, email: Rosemount@BiblioOttawaLibrary.ca   ​

  • Tuesday Apr 29, 2025 at 6:00pm

    Explore the Ottawa Public Library’s genealogy resources and how to use them during this information session. We will discuss how to access and use Ancestry Library, FamilySearch Affiliate Library, Genealogy Quebec, MyHeritage Library Edition, and the ProQuest Historical Newspapers. 

    This program will be held in the computer lab on the lower level so that you can follow along on the computer, but feel free to bring your own device if you would prefer. 

  • Books
    Tuesday Apr 29, 2025 at 6:30pm

    Sorry this event and its waiting list are full

    Book lovers unite!

    Join us and explore a new book every month. Meet new friends, talk about books, and enjoy fun activities together.

    Ages 10-12. Registration required.

    Please pick up the first book at the kids desk and read it before the first meeting. 

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    Tuesday Apr 29, 2025 at 6:30pm

    Sorry this event and its waiting list are full

    Learn the art of origami! Join us as we talk about the art of paper folding and make everything from flowers to animals, and more!

  • Tuesday Apr 29, 2025 at 6:30pm (series runs until May 27, 2025)

    For ages 13-17.  Interested in playing D&D?  Then join us for a D&D adventure.  Dungeons and Dragons is a fantasy role playing game in which your characters explore the world, solve puzzles and fight monsters.  Spaces limited.

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    Wednesday Apr 30, 2025 at 1:30pm (series runs until Aug 27, 2025)

    An open house for persons with dementia, their care partners and families. This program is drop-in, but if you choose to register you will receive a reminder email.

    Fun and stimulating mental activities are planned to enhance the social interactions and the connections that are built within the group. Light snacks and warm drinks are served alongside items that aim to spark conversations and reminiscing.

    • January 22nd: The Heart of the Home - The Kitchen
    • February 26th: An Apple a Day
    • March 26th: Wildlife
    • April 30th: Music of my Life
    • May 28th: Crazy for Cats
    • June 25th: Working 9 to 5
    • July 23rd: The 1950s
    • August 27th: Country Life
  • Wednesday Apr 30, 2025 at 2:30pm (series runs until Jun 25, 2025)

    Have questions about your own device i.e.: tablet, phone, or laptop?  Need help with e-books or other online library services?  Hazeldean staff will be available to assist you with basic tech questions.  *NO TECHNOLOGY REPAIRS* Please bring your own device and library card.

  • Wednesday Apr 30, 2025 at 5:15pm (series runs until Jun 18, 2025)

    The program aims to help children practice and improve their reading skills! Children will receive individualized reading help and encouragement. Ages 6-12. Registration Required | Ce programme contribue au développement de la lecture chez les jeunes en favorisant l'accompagnement comme moyen privilégié d'apprentissage et le partage. Pour les 6-12 ans. Inscription requise.

  • Thursday May 1, 2025 at 1:00pm (series runs until Dec 04, 2025)

    An open house for persons with dementia, their care partners, and families. This program is drop-in, but if you choose to register you will receive a reminder email.

    Fun and stimulating mental activities are planned to enhance the social interactions and the connections that are built within the group. Light snacks and warm drinks are served alongside items that aim to spark conversations and reminiscing.

    First Thursday of each month from 1-3pm.

    January 2nd – Food for Thought

    February 6th - School Days

    March 6th - Tools of the Trade

    April 3rd - In the Garden

    May 1st - Leisure Time

    June 5th - That's Entertaining!

    July 3rd - Man's Best Friend

    August 7th - Travel the World

    September 4th - Sports

    October 2nd - My Castle, My Home

    November 6th - Anything Goes!

    December 4th - Planes, Trains, and Automobiles