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  • Tuesday May 27, 2025 at 6:30pm (series runs until Jun 24, 2025)

    Combine basic drawing strokes into easy-to-learn pattern combinations that inspire creativity, relaxation, and meditation. 

  • poster for The Maltese Falcon
    Wednesday May 28, 2025 at 6:00pm

    Reminisce with us on a nostalgic trip every fourth Wednesday of the month as we play a film from the classic/Golden era of Hollywood  This month's pick is The Maltese Falcon.

    The film was directed by John Huston was released in 1941. 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. 101 minutes. In English with subtitles.

  • computer, notebook and camera on a desk
    Thursday May 29, 2025 at 6:00pm

    Learn various ways you can organize your photos on your computer or in the cloud. You should be able to find even your oldest photos quickly and easily. Understand how to create backups so your photos are protected against theft, fire, or other disasters. Learn how to create a free on-line photo album using Flickr.

    Presented by Lynda Buske from the Ottawa PC Users' Group and the Orleans Photo Club.

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    Friday May 30, 2025 at 2:30pm

    Sorry this event and its waiting list are full

    Come join us to practice the art of paper quilling! This month we will be making Gift Tags.

  • Friday May 30, 2025 at 2:30pm

    Due to unforeseen circumstances,the January 24, 2025, session of the "Adult crafternoons" program - has been canceled.

    We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience.

    Join us for creative afternoons at the library! We will create a new craft each month. We provide the supplies; you provide the creativity!

    The program will take place the following days:

    January 24, February 21, March 21

  • Friday May 30, 2025 at 3:30pm (series runs until Dec 19, 2025)

    Join us for a screening of a teen film. Light snacks and covered drinks are welcome. This is a drop-in program for teens and adults.

    Friday, March 21, 2025 - 4:00 pm

    •Raya and the Last Dragon | Raya et le dernier dragon 90 min

    Saturday, April 19, 2025, 2:30pm

    • Onward | En avant 103 min (2020) PG

    Friday, May 30, 2025- 3:30 pm

    •Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings 133min

  • Friday May 30, 2025 at 4:00pm

    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 May 31, 2025 at 10:00am

    Relieve your stress and relax your mind with yoga teacher, Vincent Côté. Learn basic yoga postures, various breathing methods and some philosophy of yoga. 

    Bring your yoga mat.

    Venez soulager votre stress et détendre votre esprit avec l'enseignant de yoga, Vincent Côté. Apprenez des poses de base, des méthodes de respiration ainsi qu'un peu de philosophie du yoga.

    Apportez votre tapis de yoga.

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    Saturday May 31, 2025 at 10:30am

    Adults are invited to participate in a fun collage-making session! Explore your creative side and piece together something beautiful. Collages make nice greeting cards or posters to decorate your home. All supplies (scissors, paper, glue) will be provided but you are also welcome to bring your own materials. 

    Registration required

  • Saturday May 31, 2025 at 11:00am

    Get a Techno Buddy!

    Technology and Social Media can be overwhelming.

    Teen Volunteers share their Social Media knowledge with older Adult in a two-on-one setting.  

    Areas of technology help will focus on user’s personal account use by initial setting up of the accounts and how use the site:

    Facebook

    Instagram

    X (former Twitter)

    Pinterest

    One hour= One topic

    If you want to cover a different topic from the list, Facilitator will need to approve it, as this is a one hour session.

    Meeting place: Teen Zone on the 3rd floor.

    Please bring your device fully charged (ex. cell phone, tablet, or laptop).

    Please provide a phone number we can contact you about your topic.

    You can sign up for one session and one waiting list slot per quarter.