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Chiens thérapeutiques à la bibliohèque et présentation sur les soins des animaux / Therapy dogs at the Library with a guest presentation on animal care

Main

Saturdays, Sep 21, 2024 - Sep 21, 2024
10:30am
60 minutes
2 sessions remaining

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Rendez visite à des chiens thérapeutiques de Therapeutic Paws of Canada (TPOC) et à leurs maîtres dans un environnement décontracté avec une présentation spéciale de la Société de la protection des animaux (SPA) d'Ottawa sur le bien-être des animaux de compagnie. Participez à l'un ou l'autre des programmes ou bien aux deux. Ils sont gratuits et aucune inscription n'est requise.

La présentation de la SPA : 10 h 30 à 11 h 30

Visite des chiens thérapeutiques de TPOC : 11 h 30 à 12 h 30

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Visit therapy dogs from Therapeutic Paws of Canada (TPOC) and their handlers in a relaxed setting with a special presentation on animal care from the Ottawa Humane Society (OHS). Come to either or both of these free drop-in programs!

OHS presentation: 10:30 A.M.-11:30 A.M.

TPOC Therapy Dog visit: 11:30 A.M.-12:30 P.M.
Chess @ Centrepointe

Nepean Centrepointe

Saturdays, Sep 21, 2024 - Dec 14, 2024
1:30pm
90 minutes
13 sessions remaining

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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 1:30-3:00 pm
Sensory Storytime

Hazeldean

Saturdays, Sep 21, 2024 - May 24, 2025
2:00pm
90 minutes
7 sessions remaining

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Join us for a program that features:

· dimmed lighting

· sensory toys

· a smaller number of participants

· an adapted circle time with stories, rhymes and songs

During this program there will be opportunities for open play and a chance to connect with other families. The circle time portion of this program is offered in the last 20 minutes of the session. A family member must be present for the duration of the program.

This program provides a welcoming environment and respects the needs of children from 18 months to 6 years who live with developmental disabilities and/or autism, or who show signs of a developmental delay.
Sensory Storytime

Carlingwood

Saturdays, Sep 21, 2024 - Dec 21, 2024
2:00pm
90 minutes
4 sessions remaining

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Join us for a program that features:

· dimmed lighting

· sensory toys

· a smaller number of participants

· an adapted circle time with stories, rhymes and songs

During this program there will be opportunities for open play and a chance to connect with other families. The circle time portion of this program is offered in the last 20 minutes of the session. A family member must be present for the duration of the program.

This program provides a welcoming environment and respects the needs of children from 18 months to 6 years who live with developmental disabilities and/or autism, or who show signs of a developmental delay.
Lego Block Party

Emerald Plaza

Saturdays, Sep 21, 2024 - Dec 28, 2024
2:30pm
60 minutes
14 sessions remaining

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Create and build with Lego®!

Drop-in Family Program.
Rubik's Cubes at BH / Rubik's Cubes a BH

Blackburn Hamlet

Saturdays, Sep 21, 2024 - Nov 16, 2024
3:00pm
90 minutes
3 sessions remaining

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Rubik's Cubes at BH

A friendly Rubik's Cube community meetup hosted by Blackburn Hamlet Branch. In a Non-Competitive setting, join to meet friends, show off your skills and see others perform. Please bring your own cube if possible

Event Dates:

Saturday September 21, 2024 at 3:00 pm

Saturday October 19, 2024 at 3:00 pm

Saturday November 16, 2024 at 3:00 pm

Rubik's Cubes a BH

Une rencontre communautaire amicale Rubik's Cube est organisée par la succursale de Blackburn Hamlet. Dans un cadre non compétitif, rejoignez-nous pour rencontrer des amis, montrer vos compétences et voir les autres performer.

Merci d'apporter votre propre cube si possible.

Dates:

Samedi 21 septembre 2024 a 15 h 00

Samedi 19 octobre 2024 a 15 h 00

Samedi 16 novembre 2024 a 15 h 00
Family Storytime/ Contes en famille

Rockcliffe Park

Mondays, Sep 23, 2024 - Dec 16, 2024
9:30am
30 minutes
10 sessions remaining

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Stories, rhymes and puppets for children and a parent /caregiver. Drop in.

Contes, comptines et chansons pour les enfants de tous âges et un parent ou gardien.

Inscription non requise.
Family Storytime - Monday and Wednesday

Sunnyside

Mondays, Sep 23, 2024 - Dec 11, 2024
10:15am
30 minutes
19 sessions remaining

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Stories, rhymes and songs for children of all ages and a parent or caregiver. Every Monday and Wednesday.

PLEASE NOTE : THIS PROGRAM IS ON BREAK BETWEEN AUGUST 22 AND SEPTEMBER 6.
Stay & Play | Jouons à la biblio

Cumberland

Mondays, Sep 23, 2024 - Dec 10, 2024
10:30am
90 minutes
19 sessions remaining

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Join us in our children's area to play and chat! There will be self-directed activities and toys for parents/caregivers and young children. Drop-in program.

Joignez-nous au département des enfants pour jouer et socialiser. Il y aura des activités pour les tout-petits et leurs adultes. Portes ouvertes.
Family Storytime

North Gower

Mondays, Sep 23, 2024 - Dec 09, 2024
10:30am
30 minutes
8 sessions remaining

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Stories, rhymes, and songs for children of all ages and a parent or caregiver.
Drop-in program.