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    Tuesday Oct 15, 2024 at 4:00pm
    60 minutes

    Join us as we kickoff the 2024-2025 RP Rebel Readers Bookclub at Rockcliffe Park!

    For the first meeting you have a choice of reading either or both of these books:

    Click the images or links below  to place a hold for the physical book, eBook or audiobook.

    The War that Saved my Life by Kimberly Brubaker Bradley

    or/and

    The Incorrigible Children of Ashton Place- Book 1: The Mysterious Howling by Maryrose Wood


     

    This bookclub is for kids ages 10-13 and will be in English.  Registration is required as space is limited.

    For our first meeting on Tuesday, 15 Oct at 4:00PM. 

    **Bring at least one suggestion of a book to suggest to the group to read.** 

    From this, we will create our list of books for the remaining meetings.  

    We will meet once a month, on a Tuesday from 4-5PM on these dates: 

    Just register once, for the first date, if you plan to attend every month

    15 Oct, 2024

    12 Nov, 2024

    17 Dec, 2024

    14 Jan, 2025

    11 Feb, 2025

    18 Mar, 2025

    15 April, 2025

    13 May, 2025

    10 June, 2025

  • Thursdays, Oct 17, 2024 - Oct 24, 2024
    4:00pm
    60 minutes

    2 sessions remaining

    Hey Tweens! Join us after school for S.T.E.A.M fun.

    October 17 – Chemical Reactions

    October 24 – Viscosity (including Halloween preparation)

     Ages 8-12.

    Registration required

  • Writing Girl and Boy

    Fridays, Oct 18, 2024 - Nov 29, 2024
    4:30pm
    60 minutes

    4 sessions remaining

    Connect with other young writers, build your writing confidence, and participate in writing activities. 

    For ages 9-12. Registration required.

  • Saturday Oct 19, 2024 at 10:30am
    60 minutes

    Sorry this event and its waiting list are full

    Calling all Dog Man fans! Join us for a party and celebrate all things Dog Man. Activities, games and lots of fun!

    Ages 6-12. Please register online.

  • Saturday Oct 19, 2024 at 1:00pm
    60 minutes

    Zombies are returning to the library. Join us for an afternoon of ghoulish crafting as we transform Barbie dolls into zombies. All materials provided. Ages 8-17. Registration Required. 

  • Mondays, Oct 21, 2024 - Dec 16, 2024
    4:30pm
    120 minutes

    8 sessions remaining

    For Ages 10-18.  Drop-in on Mondays between 4:30 and 6:30 pm for Youth Scrabble - an incredibly exciting activity that provides a challenging and stimulating experience for players. The game requires players to use their vocabulary, strategy, and critical thinking skills to create and place words on the board while competing against others. Whether you're an experienced player or a beginner, the fast-paced and competitive nature of the game is sure to keep you engaged and focused. Additionally, the social aspect of Club Scrabble is not to be underestimated, as players can meet new people, share their love of the game, and have fun together. Overall, Youth Scrabble is an exhilarating and satisfying pastime that offers mental stimulation, social interaction, and a lot of excitement.  Registration is optional.  Drop-ins are welcome.  

    This program is led by Heidi Robertson, Director of the Ottawa Scrabble Club

  • Mondays, Oct 21, 2024 - Dec 16, 2024
    5:15pm
    30 minutes

    8 sessions remaining

    Do you have children ages 5-8?  Would you like them to read more?  Then join our weekly Reading Buddies program.  Each child will be paired with a teen volunteer for fun and interactive read aloud sessions.  Together they will share the joys of reading in a friendly, encouraging and enthusiastic environment.  Registration required.    

  • Tuesdays, Oct 22, 2024 - Dec 17, 2024
    6:30pm
    60 minutes

    3 sessions remaining

    Sorry this event and its waiting list are full

    Join us once a month to discuss a variety of graphic novels followed by an activity. 

    You will be given your first book at our first meeting.

    This program is for children 10-12 years old. Registration required.

  • Wednesdays, Oct 23, 2024 - Dec 18, 2024
    4:00pm
    45 minutes

    3 sessions remaining

    Are you new to independent reading? Need help finding something fun and exciting to read? Join us to discuss a variety of titles and share with us some of your favourites.

    Ages 7-9. Registration required.

  • Wednesdays, Oct 23, 2024 - Dec 11, 2024
    6:00pm
    60 minutes

    3 sessions remaining

    Learn to code with Scratch!

    Ages 9-12. Registration required.