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  • Saturday Dec 16, 2023 at 11:00am
    240 minutes

    Interested in miniature gaming with toy soldiers? Join in to play science fiction, high fantasy and historical games. Presented by the Ottawa Miniatures Gamers.

    Drop-in program for ages 12 and up.

    All materials will be supplied.

  • Saturday Dec 16, 2023 at 12:00pm
    240 minutes

    Drop in during library hours for light refreshments and activities.

    Upcycle your own gift bags, gift tags and holiday cards. All materials provided. 10:00 am-4:00 pm.

    Play Chocolate Bar Bingo- 2:00-3:00 pm.

    All ages welcome.

  • Men sitting playing go game

    Saturdays, Dec 16, 2023 - Apr 27, 2024
    1:00pm
    240 minutes

    5 sessions remaining

    The Ottawa Go Club (https://ottawagoclub.wixsite.com/ogcs) organizes a series of workshops for people who want to improve their knowledge of the Go game. We will discuss various aspects of the game, do practical exercises and problems, explore and practice. Designed for beginners and intermediate players.

    Le Club de Go d'Ottawa (https://ottawagoclub.wixsite.com/ogcs) organise des ateliers pour tous ceux qui aimeraient approfondir leurs connaissances du jeu de Go. On y discute plusieurs aspects du jeu, on fait des exercices et des problèmes, on explore et on s’entraîne. Conçu pour les débutants et les intermédiaires.

  • Banner reading "Holiday Card Quilling" on a red background surrounded by pine branches.

    Saturday Dec 16, 2023 at 2:30pm
    60 minutes

    Sorry this event and its waiting list are full

    Create intricate paper art perfect for the season in a simple, easy to follow craft. Enjoy a calm atmosphere, good conversation, and discover how to turn swirls of paper into a wintery art piece or holiday card that is sure to impress. 

  • Mondays, Dec 18, 2023 - Jun 17, 2024
    1:30pm
    90 minutes

    7 sessions remaining

    *Monday, December 18th​ is our Holiday singalong! Join us at the 2nd floor Atrium from 1:30-3:30 pm.*

    Enjoy singing your favourite soft pop songs from the 50’s-80’s, Celtic and other folk music! All ages and levels of experience welcome. 

    3rd Monday of the month@ 1:30-3:00.

    September-June. Some exceptions may apply. 

  • Monday Dec 18, 2023 at 2:00pm
    105 minutes

    Learn how to scan documents to your USB and email, use mobile printing and more! Our staff will give a short presentation on how to use library resources to print documents, as well as show examples of how to use the resources so you’ll get practical experience. 

  • Mondays, Dec 18, 2023 - Jan 15, 2024
    2:00pm
    60 minutes

    2 sessions remaining

    Members of the Blackburn Hamlet Book Club meet to enjoy and discuss a wide variety of books selected by book club members. All welcome!

    Monday, September 18, 2-3pm No Time Like The Future by Michael J. Fox

    Monday, October 16, 2-3pm The Midnight Library by Matt Haig

    Monday, November 20, 2-3pm Ducks by Kate Beaton

    Monday, December 18, 2-3pm Are you there god? It’s me, Margaret by Judy Blume

    Monday, January 15, The Woman Inside by MT Edvardsson

  • Infusions Littéraires

    Monday Dec 18, 2023 at 2:00pm
    60 minutes

    Partagez avec nous le plaisir des livres dans une ambiance détendue. Joignez-vous à nous pour une discussion de «Plus jamais sans moi>> de Maud Akaoua, une Collection de nouvelles éditée par Michel Jean, de 14h à 15h.

    Cette séance est un millieu sans parfum.

  • End table with book.

    Mondays, Dec 18, 2023 - Jun 17, 2024
    7:00pm
    90 minutes

    7 sessions remaining

    Partagez avec nous le plaisir des livres dans une ambiance détendue. Le 3e lundi soir de chaque mois. Bienvenue aux nouveaux venus.

  • open book on white table with blurred stack of books in background

    Tuesday Dec 19, 2023 at 11:00am
    90 minutes

    Drop in to meet with other book lovers in the neighbourhood and chat about your latest reads. Third Tuesday of the month, nearly year-round, with the exception of July & August. Drop-in.