Do you need a casual, friendly environment where you can practice your English-speaking skills? Look no further than the English Conversation Group! Receive guidance from our experienced conversation group leaders, meet new people, and gain confidence in your English speaking.
Some in-branch programs require registration with your library card. Please log in with your library account or follow this link to apply for a card online. You can also apply for a card in person at any of our 33 locations.
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Wednesdays, Apr 03, 2024 - Jun 26, 2024
10:30am
60 minutes13 sessions remaining
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Wednesday Apr 03, 2024 at 11:00am
90 minutesPresented by Dying With Dignity Canada (Ottawa Chapter), Advance Care Planning is a workshop about making choices about how you would like to be cared for in the future, at a time when you are not able to speak for yourself. How to prepare an Advance Directive and choose a Power of Attorney for Personal Care are discussed. Materials include worksheets to identify and articulate one's beliefs about end of life care and choices around planning your own health care. Discussion will include how to talk to your loved ones about your health care wishes in the event of illness and unexpected physical events.
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Wednesdays, Apr 03, 2024 - May 29, 2024
12:00pm
120 minutes9 sessions remaining
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Bring your knitting or crochet and meet fellow enthusiasts at the Sunnyside branch. Knitters of all abilities are welcome.
Apportez votre tricot ou votre crochet et rencontrez d'autres passionnés à la succursale Sunnyside. Les tricoteurs de tous niveaux sont les bienvenus.
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Wednesdays, Apr 03, 2024 - Jun 26, 2024
1:00pm
120 minutes7 sessions remaining
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Join us for an informal gathering of knitting enthusiasts - from beginners to experts. Share your ideas and projects in a relaxed social atmosphere.
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Wednesdays, Apr 03, 2024 - Jun 26, 2024
1:30pm
90 minutes13 sessions remaining
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Le groupe de conversation en français est un programme d'apprentissge de la langue avec un professeur et un mombre minime d'étudiants de même niveau.
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Wednesdays, Apr 03, 2024 - Jun 05, 2024
2:00pm
90 minutes3 sessions remaining
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Share the enjoyment of good books in a relaxed atmosphere!
Sept-June.
1st Wednesday of the month.
September 2023 - June 2024 Selections
SEPT 6
The Splendid and The Vile - Erik LarsonOCT 4
Rules of Civility - Amor TowlesNOV 1
The Company We Keep - Frances ItaniDEC 6
The Island of Missing Trees - Elif ShafakJan 3
Fight Night - Miriam ToewsFEB 7
The Lincoln Highway - Amor TowlesMARCH 6
The Island of Sea Women - Lisa SeeAPRIL 3
Permanent Astonishment - Tomson HighwayMAY 1
The Searcher - Tana FrenchJUNE 5
The Girl in His Shadow - Audrey Blake -
Wednesdays, Apr 03, 2024 - Jun 26, 2024
2:00pm
90 minutes13 sessions remaining
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Are you looking for a relaxing activity that is low stress and doesn't require any special skills? Then colouring may be for you! Join us to explore your creative side, relax and meet new friends. All supplies will be provided.
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Wednesdays, Apr 03, 2024 - Apr 24, 2024
2:30pm
60 minutes4 sessions remaining
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Come join us and learn basic computer skills! Personal laptop not required though you may bring one if you would like.
Open to all ages!
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Wednesdays, Apr 03, 2024 - May 08, 2024
6:30pm
90 minutes6 sessions remaining
2024 will be one of the most consequential years in the history of democracy. Elections have been or will be held in many countries ranging in size and power from El Salvador to India. The decisions of voters will determine whether the worldwide growth in authoritarianism over the past twenty years will continue or democracy will begin to make a comeback.
The US Presidential and Congressional elections on Tuesday November 5 stand out as an especially critical democratic moment for two reasons: first because they will be a supreme test of American democracy; and second because they will send a powerful message to the rest of the world, including the dictatorships and wannabe dictatorships.
The group will discuss the background and issues of Democracy on Trial and week by week follow the important democratic events and developments of 2024.
Mr. Robert Miller will lead the discussion. He is the author of Canada and Democratic Development and, prior to his retirement, served as President and CEO of the Parliamentary Centre, Canada’s leading institution promoting and supporting international democratic development.
Session #1 Wednesday, April 3: Is History Repeating Itself?
Session #2, Wednesday April 10: Democratic Fatigue and the Appeal of the Strong Man
Session #3, Wednesday, April 17: Big Countries and Small: The Cases of El Salvador and Rwanda, Russia and India
Session # 4, Wednesday, April 24: The Fire Next Door: The Authoritarian Impulse in the United States
Session #5, Wednesday, May 1: Donald Trump and the Invention of Trumpism
Session #6, Wednesday, May 8: Can it Happen Here? If Trump wins, is Canada next? A discussion with John Ibbitson, Globe and Mail columnist and one of Canada’s leading authors on politics and public affairs.
Registration recommended.
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Wednesdays, Apr 03, 2024 - Apr 24, 2024
6:30pm
90 minutes4 sessions remaining
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Got a portable craft project? Bring it along and chat with some fellow crafters while you work! Share your expertise if you're comfortable, and learn about what other folks are working on (or just make friends and bond over your latest tv show obsession)! Knitting, crochet, embroidery, felting, beading, and more.