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Saturday Jun 01, 2024 at 2:00pm
120 minutes
We are told: don't write down passwords; don't reuse passwords; make passwords long and complex.
Chris Taylor, President of the Ottawa PC Users' Group, will show how to use free software that stores all your usernames and passwords along with related information and protects them with a single, very strong password.
Don't let your online accounts get compromised. It's easy, and free!
** Please note: You are not required to bring your laptop to the session.
Sundays, Jun 02, 2024 - Sep 01, 2024
1:00pm
210 minutes
4 sessions remaining
The Ottawa Municipal Liaisons of NaNoWriMo would like to invite you to join them for a monthly recurring write-in to help you keep up your writing habits during the months that are not November.
Bring your pen, paper, laptop, ideas, write besides other writers and participate in challenges!
Monday Jun 03, 2024 at 6:00pm
120 minutes
Many 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.
Mondays, Jun 03, 2024 - Aug 12, 2024
6:00pm
120 minutes
3 sessions remaining
Come and share your writing and participate in guided writing activities with other writers in the neighborhood. Writers of all genres and skill levels are welcome.
Monday Jun 03, 2024 at 6:30pm
90 minutes
Pointillism is a technique of painting in which small, distinct dots of color are applied in patterns to form an image.
Join us in making a simple pointillism picture. Templates will be provided, but you are welcome to try your hand at making your own.
Monday Jun 03, 2024 at 7:00pm
60 minutes
Calling all trivia fans, game show enthusiasts, and people who know a lot of random facts! Join us for a trivia night at the Beaverbrook Branch where you'll tackle questions from a wide range of categories (not just about books!) to win a prize and the respect of the trivia community. Enjoy a fun atmosphere, music, and refreshments!
Tuesday Jun 04, 2024 at 2:00pm
60 minutes
Join us for an afternoon of crafting. Participants will experiment with using fresh flowers to create art. Supplies will be provided.
Tuesday Jun 04, 2024 at 6:00pm
120 minutes
When buying a PC, you are faced with a lot of choices, laptop or desktop, how many cores in the processor, Intel or AMD processor, size of storage, how big a monitor, is it better to buy a faster processor or more memory… Chris Taylor, President of the Ottawa PC Users' Group will help sort out the choices so you can buy the computer that is right for your needs.
Tuesday Jun 04, 2024 at 6:30pm
90 minutes
Learn to create beautiful, delicate, raised images from paper strips. You’ll use a few basic tools to wind the paper strips into coils to create a flower note card.
Supplies will be provided.
Wednesday Jun 05, 2024 at 10:00am
120 minutes
Participants will explore what’s involved (practically, emotionally, and financially) in continuing to live independently with services and supports. This will include an overview of common needs, available options, and financial considerations.