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  • Saturday May 11, 2024 at 1:00pm
    180 minutes

    Join local author Sneha Madhavan-Reese for “Using Science in Poems.”

    How can the use of scientific language elevate a poem? How can science be used as a handhold to bring a reader someplace new and unexpected? How can scientific facts in a poem add layers of meaning?

    We will read and discuss published poems, have time for writing and sharing (if desired), and workshop a poem by each participant.

    Please bring writing materials and a poem of your own (on any subject) for feedback from the group.

    Sneha Madhavan-Reese is the author of two poetry collections, Observing the Moon and Elementary Particles. Her writing has appeared in publications around the world, including The Best Canadian Poetry in English 2016. She is the 2015 winner of Arc Poetry Magazine's Diana Brebner Prize, was shortlisted for the 2015 Montreal International Poetry Prize, and received an honourable mention at the 2018 National Magazine Awards. She serves on the editorial board of Canthius magazine and lives with her family in Ottawa. Visit her website at www.madhavan-reese.com/sneha

  • Saturday May 11, 2024 at 1:00pm
    180 minutes

    It's time for tulips in Ottawa.  Drop-in and make some tulip crafts including a tulip card for someone you love.

    Family Drop-in on May 11 from 1-4 pm

  • Saturdays, May 11, 2024 - Jun 08, 2024
    1:30pm
    90 minutes

    5 sessions remaining

    For children 7-12, interested in learning to play chess and finding out more about the game. Teen volunteers will be on hand to help those who are learning!

  • Saturdays, May 11, 2024 - Jun 08, 2024
    2:00pm
    120 minutes

    5 sessions remaining

    Play card games, board games or video games at the Library.

    Viens jouer aux cartes, à des jeux de société ou à des jeux vidéos à la Bibliothèque. 

  • Saturdays, May 11, 2024 - Jun 08, 2024
    2:00pm
    120 minutes

    2 sessions remaining

    Come join us for a relaxed scrapbooking, Card Making and Journaling session!  Please bring your own scrapbook and pictures.  Basic craft supplies will be provided.

  • girl sewing

    Saturdays, May 11, 2024 - Jun 08, 2024
    2:00pm
    90 minutes

    3 sessions remaining

    Discover the fun of sewing by hand and finish simple sewing projects in this 5-part program. For ages 9-12.

    Registration required. 

  • Saturdays, May 11, 2024 - Jun 08, 2024
    2:00pm
    150 minutes

    3 sessions remaining

    Do you love board games? Cards? Chess? Any game goes! We will provide an assortment of games, but you're welcome to bring your own board games, too. Drop-in program. 

    Vous aimez les jeux de société ? Les cartes ? Les échecs ? Tous les jeux comptent ! Nous fournirons un choix de jeux, mais vous pouvez également amener vos propres jeux de société. Portes ouvertes

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    Saturday May 11, 2024 at 2:00pm
    75 minutes

    Join us for a presentation from Scott G. Elliott, CPA. Learn about age appropriate “teachable moments” for kids of all ages – from as young as 5 to young adults. Ensure your child’s future financial independence with our tips and best practices.

  • Saturday May 11, 2024 at 2:00pm
    120 minutes

    Curious about Dungeons and Dragons, or just learning how to play and need some practise? 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!  

    The adventure we will be playing will be announced soon.

    This program is for ages 12-16. 

  • Saturday May 11, 2024 at 2:00pm
    90 minutes

    Come watch a FREE screening of fun, family-friendly movies at the St-Laurent Library. Popcorn and snacks provided. All ages are welcome.​​

    Encanto (2021) 1 h 30 min - PG​

    Saturday, May 11 at 2 p.m.​

    Le film sera visionné en anglais ​/ Movie will be shown in English

    The Madrigals live hidden in the mountains of Colombia, in a magical house, in a vibrant town, in a wondrous, charmed place called Encanto. The magic of the Encanto has blessed every child in the family with a unique gift from super strength to the power to heal, every child except one, Mirabel. But when she discovers that the magic surrounding the Encanto is in danger, Mirabel decides that she, the only ordinary Madrigal, might just be her exceptional family's last hope.