Thursdays, Oct 05, 2023 - Dec 14, 2023
3:30pm
90 minutes
10 sessions remaining
Join us at Rockcliffe Park Branch every Thursday from 3:30PM to 5PM for a different self-directed pop up activity in either art, science, games or puzzle challenges.
Ages 3+ (with adult supervision)
Rejoignez-nous au Rockcliffe Park tous les jeudis de 15h30 à 17h pour une activité autonome différente - l'art, la science, les jeux ou les énigmes.
3 ans+ (avec un adulte)
Friday Oct 06, 2023 at 10:30am
60 minutes
Join Ottawa Children's Theatre at Rockcliffe Park for a wild ride of creative energy!
In Dive Into Improv! students immerse themselves in the spontaneity and physical energy of improvisation. We’ll create scenes and original characters through theatrical play and outrageous fun!
Use various techniques (verbal and physical) to interpret and respond to different scenarios; explore Shakespearean language and characters; roleplaying, learning to communicate thoughts, feelings, and ideas; learning to speak and act with confidence.
Registration required as space is limited. English. Ages 7-12.
Thursday Oct 12, 2023 at 6:30pm
60 minutes
Barry will perform a well rounded selection of mandolin pieces on several instruments particular to the mandolin family of instruments. His repertoire will include pieces from JS Bach, Raffaele Calace, Thurlough O’Carolan and more. He will talk about the mandolin family instruments and their history. His performance will surely provide an enchanting musical experience.
About Barry
There are very few classical mandolin players in the modern world and Barry has been playing this instrument since he was six years old. As a teenager, he was a first mandolinist in the Montreal Mandolin Orchestra. He has played with many ensembles in the United States, Europe and Montreal. He currently studies classical mandolin with Jacob Reuven, a world class touring all-star in the classical mandolin world. Barry performs with a jazz quartet and as a classical soloist in the Ottawa and National Capital region.
Mondays, Oct 16, 2023 - Dec 18, 2023
9:30am
30 minutes
10 sessions remaining
Stories, rhymes and songs for children of all ages and a parent or caregiver.
Tuesdays, Oct 24, 2023 - May 21, 2024
3:30pm
45 minutes
8 sessions remaining
Join us as we kickoff the 2023-2024 RP Rebel Readers Bookclub at Rockcliffe Park. For the first meeting our book is "Children of the Fox" by Kevin Sands.
Click here to place a hold for Children of the Fox for the physical book, eBook or audiobook.
This bookclub is for kids ages 9-12 and will be in English. Registration is required as space is limited.
For our first meeting on 26 Sept at 3:30PM, bring at least one suggestion of a book to suggest to the group to read. We will create our list of books for the remaining meetings.
We will meet once a month, on a Tuesday from 3:30-4:15PM on these dates:
26 Sept, 2023
24 Oct, 2023
28 Nov, 2023
19 Dec, 2023
23 Jan, 2024
20 Feb, 2024
26 Mar, 2024
23 April, 2024
21 May, 2024
June date to be determined
Tuesdays, Nov 07, 2023 - Apr 02, 2024
1:30pm
60 minutes
6 sessions remaining
Share the enjoyment of good books in a relaxed atmosphere. This group meets every first Tuesday of the month from September 2023 to June 2024.
Here is the list of books that will be discussed at each month's meeting. Click each book titles below to place a hold.
5 September, 2023: Seven Fallen Feathers by Tania Talaga
3 October, 2023: The Storyteller by Jodi Picoult
7 November, 2023: Jennie's Boy: A Newfoundland Childhood by Wayne Johnston
5 December, 2023: Women Talking by Miriam Toews
2 January, 2024: Red Notice by Bill Browder
6 February, 2024: Colorless Tsukuru Tazaki and His Years of Pilgrimage by Haruki Murakami
5 March, 2024: A Spy Among Friends by Ben MacIntyre
2 April, 2024: Apeirogon by Colum McCann
May and June picks to be discussed.
This is a drop in program. All are welcome. No registration required.
Thursday Dec 21, 2023 at 6:30pm
60 minutes
Back by popular demand!
Join us for an evening of unique artistry, featuring two local musicians of international caliber! Susan Toman and Andrew Mah present a concert on Celtic harp and guitar to celebrate the Winter Solstice. Don't miss a rare opportunity to enjoy this beautiful and seldom heard instrumental combination!
Drop-in!
About Susan Toman
Susan is published author and recording artist.
After completing a doctorate at McGill University, fueled by a love of Irish & Scottish music, Susan studied harp basics with Annabelle Renzo in Montreal. She then completed intensive studies with Grainne Hambly in County Mayo, Ireland (and inspired by many castles!). She has performed throughout NA and most recently at the NAC. Earlier this year she released her second CD, The Castle.
About Andrew Mah
Canadian guitarist Andrew Mah is a unique and exciting musician, widely regarded for his virtuosity, versatility, and heartfelt musicality.
Born in Ottawa into a family of guitarists, he has performed professionally on classical guitar for more than 26 years, carving out a uniquely eclectic international career as a solo concert artist, chamber musician, teacher, arranger, producer, and adjudicator.
For more information please visit www.andrewmah.com