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    Santa Letters!

    Richmond

    Wednesdays, Nov 29, 2023 - Dec 02, 2023
    10:00am
    420 minutes

    4 sessions remaining

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    Do you have a special request for Santa? We've got you covered! Come to the Richmond branch and write Santa a letter to let him know you've been extra good this year, and don't forget to share with him your hopes for Christmas morning surprises! Remember to include your name, age and address to receive a letter back from the big guy in red! 

    Starting: November 18th until Saturday December 2nd, 2023. 

    Grown ups: we will be sending out the letters on December 4th so that they get to the North Pole by  December 7,2023-  that is the date the Elf Post Office closes for the season. . 

    Richmond branch, OPL 
     
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    NaNoWriMo Write-In

    Ruth E. Dickinson

    Thursday Nov 30, 2023 at 5:30pm
    120 minutes

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    Every year in November, writers of all shapes, sizes, and genres come together to tackle National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo). With a goal of writing 50,000 words in 30 days, the event challenges both aspiring and experienced novelists to prioritize putting pen to page to see what they can accomplish.

    With November in full swing, you’re invited to join your fellow writers and the local Ottawa event coordinators for a “Write-in”: dedicated work time where you can bask in the camaraderie and creativity of your fellow writers as you sit down and put words on the page!

    Find out more about NaNoWrimo here!
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    NaNoWriMo TGIO (Thank Goodness It's Over) Party

    Main

    Saturday Dec 02, 2023 at 2:30pm
    90 minutes

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    After a month of furious novel-ing, you’re invited to join your fellow writers and the local Ottawa event coordinators to celebrate a month well spent at our “Thank Goodness It’s Over” Party! Come join in for games, prizes, socializing, and more!

    Every year in November, writers of all shapes, sizes, and genres come together to tackle National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo). With a goal of writing 50,000 words in 30 days, the event challenges both aspiring and experienced novelists to prioritize putting pen to page to see what they can accomplish.

    Find out more about NaNoWriMo here! 

  • Sunnyside Writers Group

    Sunnyside

    Monday Dec 04, 2023 at 6:00pm
    120 minutes

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    Join author Michael F. Stewart for an evening of shared writing, support, and constructive criticism from peers. No experience necessary, all forms of writing welcome.

  • Orleans Writing Group

    Orléans

    Tuesdays, Dec 05, 2023 - Jun 25, 2024
    10:00am
    180 minutes

    29 sessions remaining

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    Get feedback on your writing (any genre)and ideas from the group. Hear the work of other writers and offer your feedback. Discuss ideas about writing and publishing. Share your triumphs, trials and tribulations with a supportive, informal group.
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    Pen and Paper Writer's Group

    Rideau

    Tuesdays, Dec 05, 2023 - Apr 30, 2024
    6:00pm
    120 minutes

    21 sessions remaining

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    Get feedback on your writing (any genre) and ideas from the group. Hear the work of other writers and offer your feedback. Discuss issues about writing and publishing. Share your triumphs, trials and tribulations with a supportive, informal group.  "Pen and Paper" is just a name.  Bring any medium you want.