In these ESL classes for beginner and intermediate levels, participants will learn and practice vocabulary, grammar, speaking, pronunciation, reading, and writing. A wide range of topics will be presented and each class is tailored to meet the needs of the group, always in a warm and welcoming environment.

No registration required; however, space is limited. 

Join us once a month for Friday afternoon sci-fi films,​ from classic B-movies to modern movie masterpieces.​

Parallel (2024)

1 h 28 minutes. Courtesy of Kanopy.

Grief-stricken after the loss of her child, Vanessa takes refuge at a lake house only to be met with an aberration of herself from a parallel universe, and realizes the multiverse gates hold the key to releasing her grief or trapping her forever.

Join us for a relaxing afternoon, with a craft and a cup of tea. All supplies will be provided. All skill levels welcome. In this session, we will be making a heart-themed craft, perfect for Valentine's Day.

Since the dawn of time, storytelling has been an ancient art form of conveying crucial information from generation to generation, helping communities to grow and helping children to engage with their creativity and imagination. This 75-minute workshop focuses on engaging student’s imagination with theatrical games and voice exercises. Participants will learn the art of retelling stories from the motherland.

Registration Required. Ages 8-14. 75 min.

This event is made possible thanks to the generosity of the Friends of the Ottawa Public Library Association.