Did you know that 2025 marks the 95th anniversary of the publication of the first Nancy Drew novel? We will be joined by local author, Nancy Lauzon, for a discussion on all things Nancy Drew, from the origins of the series to Nancy Drew Sleuth conventions! Nancy will also bring her varied Nancy Drew collection for perusing. We hope to see you there!
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Saturday Apr 26, 2025 at 2:00pmTo ensure success with your plants and garden, it is important to master the basics of gardening. Paying attention to the basics is the best way to have healthy, well-grown plants. Topics covered include: soil and soil conditions, watering, soil amendments and fertilization, pests and diseases, plant selection and planting.
Presented by the Master Gardeners of Ottawa-Carleton.
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Monday Apr 28, 2025 at 2:00pmAnd, if it’s free, can it be any good? In this session, we will find that the answer to both questions is a resounding yes. There is lots of free software available, and many free programs are very good indeed. So, join us to find out about some must-have and absolutely free software! Presented by Alan German from the Ottawa PC Users' Group.
Registration required.
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Monday Apr 28, 2025 at 6:30pmRegistration opens on Monday, April 7, 2025 - 10:00am
Do you love to cook? Connect with other food enthusiasts and level up your cooking skills over great discussions. We will look at new and popular cookbooks together and share recipes that we have tried.
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Tuesday Apr 29, 2025 at 6:00pmExplore the Ottawa Public Library’s genealogy resources and how to use them during this information session. We will discuss how to access and use Ancestry Library, FamilySearch Affiliate Library, Genealogy Quebec, MyHeritage Library Edition, and the ProQuest Historical Newspapers.
This program will be held in the computer lab on the lower level so that you can follow along on the computer, but feel free to bring your own device if you would prefer.
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Tuesday Apr 29, 2025 at 6:30pmSorry this event and its waiting list are full
Learn the art of origami! Join us as we talk about the art of paper folding and make everything from flowers to animals, and more!
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Wednesday Apr 30, 2025 at 2:30pm (series runs until Jun 25, 2025)
Have questions about your own device i.e.: tablet, phone, or laptop? Need help with e-books or other online library services? Hazeldean staff will be available to assist you with basic tech questions. *NO TECHNOLOGY REPAIRS* Please bring your own device and library card.
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Saturday May 3, 2025 at 2:00pmAre you a new library user and want to learn about what we offer at the Ottawa Public Library? Have you been an OPL member for years, but want to learn more about our collections, services, and programs? Join us to discover what you can access at your local library branch, and have a chance at winning some OPL merch! Registration encouraged but drop-ins always welcome.
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Monday May 5, 2025 at 6:00pmMany wireless routers do not default to the most secure configuration. Make sure you are not the "low-hanging fruit" that someone will decide to attack. It is surprisingly easy to make sure your network is secure. Chris Taylor, President of the Ottawa PC Users' Group will show you just how easy it is.
Registration required
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Tuesday May 6, 2025 at 6:00pmArtificial 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, personalized songs, 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.