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  • Friday Mar 21, 2025 at 2:00pm (series runs until Jun 20, 2025)

    Do you enjoy reading mysteries? Share the enjoyment of good mysteries in a relaxed atmosphere. Join us for discussion usually every third Friday of the month. 

  • Bill and Ted stand by the time-travelling phone booth with their adult daughters
    Friday Mar 21, 2025 at 2:00pm

    Join us once a month for Friday afternoon sci-fi films,​ from classic B-movies to modern movie masterpieces.

    Bill and Ted Face the Music (2020)

    1 h 32 minutes. Courtesy of Kanopy.

    Once told they'd save the universe during a time-traveling adventure, two would-be rockers from San Dimas, California find themselves as middle-aged dads still trying to crank out a hit song and fulfill their destiny.

  • Friday Mar 21, 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

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    Friday Mar 21, 2025 at 3:00pm (series runs until Jun 27, 2025)

    Join our free English conversation group to practice speaking in English in a relaxed and friendly environment.

    All levels are welcome to this drop-in program.

    Rejoignez notre groupe de conversation en anglais gratuit pour pratiquer l'anglais dans une atmosphère détendue.

    Tous les niveaux sont les bienvenus à ce programme , inscription non requise.

  • Head shot of Susan Toman and Justin Theriault with harp and flutes on water - fire background
    Friday Mar 21, 2025 at 3:30pm

    Drop-in and join us at the Rockcliffe Park branch for Traditional Irish Music - Harp and Flute with Susan Toman and Justin Theriault

    Justin and Susan began performing together in 2018, and together formed the Castle trio with fiddler Kyle Burghout. Justin and Susan's passion for traditional Irish music will shine in this program, from slow airs to jigs, hornpipes, and reels. Don't miss two of Ottawa’s leading traditional musicians perform together, on harp, flute, whistles, and pipes! 

    About Susan Toman, Celtic harp

    Susan Toman is a versatile musician who divides her time between the Celtic harp, piano, and harpsichord. Only after completing her Doctorate in harpsichord at McGill University did Susan take up the Celtic harp, fueled by a love of Irish & Scottish music. She trained on harp with Grainne Hambly in County Mayo, Ireland.

    In addition to performing solo and collaborative concerts, Susan frequently performs at weddings and corporate events. Notable performances include the NAC's Fourth Stage, Landsdowne Pavillion, St.Brigid’s Centre, the Irish Ambassador's residence, as well as many local concert series. Find her on the web at www.susantoman.com. 

    About Justin Theriault, flute

    For the past twelve years Justin has been spending his time exploring Irish traditional music, seeking out recordings of long-gone players, playing in sessions in pubs and at festivals in Ottawa, Toronto, New York and Ireland, all the while building a deep repertoire of tunes.

    Justin started his traditional journey playing the tin whistle, later on upgrading to the wooden flute, and more recently has taken up the uilleann pipes, one of Ireland’s national instruments.

  • Lego Blocks
    Friday Mar 21, 2025 at 3:45pm (series runs until May 30, 2025)

    Building Boom! Show off your architectural creativity with Lego®!

    Archiboum! Architectes en herbes, à vos Lego®! 

  • Friday Mar 21, 2025 at 4:00pm (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 Mar 21, 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. 

  • a chess board
    Friday Mar 21, 2025 at 4:30pm (series runs until Jun 27, 2025)

    Drop in to play chess with other youth in a relaxed, informal environment! Practice the basics or test your wits with a weekly chess challenge.

    Ages: 8 to 18. Drop-in program.

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    Venez jouer aux échecs avec d'autres jeunes dans un environnement détendu et informel! Pratiquez les bases ou tentez le défi hebdomadaire.

    Pour les 8 à 18 ans. Programme portes ouvertes. 

  • Saturday Mar 22, 2025 at 10:00am (series runs until Jun 28, 2025)

    This is a group for people who love to write.

    Participants meet every second Saturday to discuss all things writing, whether it be highlighting their work, exchanging feedback or above all else, sharing their passion for the craft.  Practitioners from all skill levels and writing genres are welcome.

    Registration preferred. Drop-ins are welcome.