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  • Monday Oct 16, 2023 at 1:30pm
    30 minutes

    Registration opens on Monday, October 9, 2023 - 10:00am

    Stories, rhymes, songs and activities for babies (ages 0-18 months) and a parent/caregiver. Using only one library card, please register one spot for each child in attendance. To get a Library card, register online here: https://biblioottawalibrary.ca/en/getacard

    Contes, comptines, et chansons pour les bébés (0-18 mois) accompagnés d’un parent ou gardien. En utilisant une seule carte de bibliothèque, veuillez inscrire une place pour chaque enfant présent. Si vous n'avez pas de carte de bibliothèque, vous pourrez en obtenir une ici: https://biblioottawalibrary.ca/fr/getacard

  • polyhedral dice scattered across a fantasy battlemap

    Monday Oct 16, 2023 at 3:00pm
    120 minutes

    Curious about Dungeons and Dragons? Give it a try with this one-session-long adventure for beginners! 

    D&D is a popular fantasy role-playing game in which your characters explore, solve puzzles, and fight or outwit monsters. Learn the basic rules of this popular game as you undertake an adventure with fellow players!  

    This adventure uses pre-generated characters, so you must register at least 5 days ahead of time to bid of your preference of character and get your info sheet before game-day. Late registrants will be assigned a random character. 

    Ages 12-18 

  • Monday Oct 16, 2023 at 5:30pm
    90 minutes

    Would you like to learn yet another simple stitch and glance into the history of Japanese folk-art of the 17 th century?

    The word Sashiko literally means "little stabs", a reference to the simple running stitch employed in repeating or interlocking patterns.

    Please join us for the evening of learning to use white thread creating an attractive contrast against indigo fabric using simple patterns representing things found in nature.

  • Mondays, Oct 16, 2023 - Jun 17, 2024
    6:30pm
    90 minutes

    7 sessions remaining

    The Stittsville Creative Writing Group – Youth Program (SCWG-YP) is an extension of the adult program with the goals of: fostering creativity and literacy in the next generation, inspiring future writers, and preserving the art of the written word. 

    Participants are youth 13-17 years of age, unless granted an exemption. SCWG-YP participants and members meet once a month, on the third Monday of the month from 6:30pm-8:00pm, for a series of lectures and writing exercises designed to achieve the group’s goals. The group is led by an adult member of the SCWG.

    Deliverables undertaken by the SCWG-YP include: 

    · Discussion on writing theory;

    · Practical lessons on writing;

    · In-session and independent writing exercises; 

    · Appraisal and workshopping of ideas, and

    · Guidance on creative writing and practical advice about publishing.

  • jack o lantern

    Tuesday Oct 17, 2023 at 2:00pm
    60 minutes

    Join us for an afternoon of crafting. Participants will make 6” square Halloween plaque to add to their fall décor.   All materials will be provided.

  • Tuesday Oct 17, 2023 at 6:30pm
    60 minutes

    Adults are invited to join us in making their own cards. Make greeting cards for your loved ones for any occasion. Supplies are provided but feel free to also bring your own. All skill levels are welcome. Come along and have fun!

  • Wednesday Oct 18, 2023 at 11:00am
    60 minutes

    Discover what you can do with your library card!

    Join this 1-hour hands-on session to learn more about online resources. Find out how  you can use your library card to access free films, read magazines online, access e-books, learn a new language, listen to music, and much more.

    Register to ensure your spot.

    The program will be held in the computer lab on the lower level of the Nepean Centrepointe library.

  • Wednesdays, Oct 18, 2023 - Nov 22, 2023
    11:00am
    60 minutes

    5 sessions remaining

    Rejoignez-nous pour un cours parent / bébé de 5 semaines où vous apprendrez à utiliser le toucher nourrissant pour créer des liens avec votre pré-rampant. Les bébés doivent être âgés de 0 à 10 mois (et être vêtus de vêtements faciles à enlever / confortables). ​

    * Pour participer, veuillez apporter une petite couverture pour votre bébé ainsi qu'un tapis d'exercice / de yoga. 

  • Web banner for Arts and Culture

    Wednesdays, Oct 18, 2023 - Nov 08, 2023
    3:00pm
    60 minutes

    4 sessions remaining

    Create art in good company. 

    This series is perfect for aspiring artists, crafters who are in a rut, and anyone who suspects that a creative habit would be good for their soul. 

    We will explore our creativity using art prompts from Creativebug.

    All supplies will be provided.

  • Thursdays, Oct 19, 2023 - Dec 14, 2023
    2:30pm
    60 minutes

    3 sessions remaining

    Sorry this event and its waiting list are full

    Watercolours for beginners, with the help of Creativebug, an arts and crafts online resource with thousands of video classes and workshops. This series will be in 4 parts.

    Brush strokes basics

    1. Understanding brush strokes - Explore different techniques using different brushes and strokes

    2. Painting leaves  

    3. Painting trees  

    Combining elements

    4. Painting a wreath

    Registration required.  Participants must be available for the entire series.

    Shared supplies included.

    Aquarelle pour débutants, avec l'aide de Creativebug, une ressource en ligne contenant des milliers de vidéos d'art et de bricolages. Cette série se fera en 4 sessions.

    Base des coups de pinceaux

    1. Comprendre les coups de pinceaux - Explorer les différentes techniques en utilisant différents pinceaux.

    2. Peindre des feuilles

    3. Peindre des arbres

    Combiner les éléments 

    4. Peindre une couronne

    Inscription requise. Vous devrez être disponible pour toute la série.

    Les fournitures sont incluses et partagées.