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Baby Massage

North Gloucester

Wednesday Apr 2, 2025 at 11:30am (series runs until May 07, 2025)

Registration opens on Monday, March 3, 2025 - 10:00am

Join us for a 6 week parent/baby course from April 2 to May 7, where you will learn how to use the nurturing touch to bond with your pre-crawler. Classes are held in a relaxed atmosphere and will teach you how to massage your baby while learning the many benefits that come from the nurturing touch. It will also increase your confidence and ability to care for and nurture your infant.

*To take part, please bring a small blanket for your baby as well as an exercise/yoga mat. Babies must be 0 to 10 months and dressed in easy to remove clothing.
A (Bad) Night at the Movies: Phenomena (Creepers Cut)

Main

Wednesday Apr 2, 2025 at 6:30pm

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Ottawa Bad Movie Nights and Ottawa Public Library present a screening of Phenomena (Creepers Cut) (1985).

Please join us from 6:30pm to 8:30pm, at the OPL's Main Branch Auditorium. The event will also feature other bad movie items like trailers and serials.

The event is free to attend. In English.

Note: This film is intended for a mature audience. Viewer discretion is advised.
Calm & Creative - Fun Florals

Beaverbrook

Friday Apr 4, 2025 at 2:30pm

Registration opens on Saturday, March 1, 2025 - 10:00am

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 celebrate spring by making a flower-themed craft.
PD Day - How Does Your Garden Grow?

Hazeldean

Friday Apr 4, 2025 at 3:30pm

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Join us for some spring themed crafting. Ages 5-9. Drop-in. 60 min.
Wii U Game On! F

Carlingwood

Friday Apr 4, 2025 at 4:00pm

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Drop-in at the Carlingwood Branch for Wii U Game On!

Not sure how to play? No worries! Our teen volunteers running this program will be happy to help.
Saturday Family Storytime

Richmond

Saturday Apr 5, 2025 at 10:30am (series runs until May 17, 2025)

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Stories, rhymes and songs for children of all ages with a parent/caregiver.

*English program

*Drop-in
SCWG Presents: Enhancing Your Writing Process with AI

Stittsville

Saturday Apr 5, 2025 at 1:30pm

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AI is your writing partner, not your replacement. Learn how to use AI as your creative assistant for research, brainstorming, editing, overcoming writer’s block, and more. We'll also explore the ethical considerations and limitations of AI, ensuring you use these tools responsibly and effectively.

No tech experience required. If you can use a word processor, you can use these tools. Bring a laptop, tablet, or phone along with samples of your writing.

Sign up to experience firsthand how AI can make your writing workflow more productive.
Build a Bird Feeder

Centennial

Saturday Apr 5, 2025 at 2:00pm

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Come build a bird feeder with us! We provide the materials and inspiration; you get to plan and create your own to bring home.

Register online. Ages 8+
Monday Director Spotlight - Céline Sciamma - Tomboy

Main

Monday Apr 7, 2025 at 6:00pm

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Every Monday evening we put the spotlight on a director's work, giving us a chance to explore their oeuvre, revisit movies we've played on Tuesdays, and just....watch some good movies. This month's pick is Céline Sciamma.

Join us for a free screening of Tomboy In as part of our Monday Director Spotlight Series. The film was released in 2011. The screening will take place in our auditorium, starts at 6:00PM and is free to attend.

Note: The film is intended for a mature audience. 82 minutes. In French with English subtitles.
Quick Tips: How to use free AI tools in Your Daily Life

Carlingwood

Monday Apr 7, 2025 at 6:00pm

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Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools have exploded over the last few years. They can supercharge your web searches and help you find the most relevant information. They can generate images, a personalized song, summarize long text, describe the content of videos, and more. Chris Taylor from the Ottawa PC Users' Group will show you how easily it can be done and how to detect dreaded "AI hallucinations". And you can do it all for free!

Registration is limited. Please pre-register online.