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  • Chess set

    Mondays, Apr 22, 2024 - Jun 03, 2024
    4:00pm
    90 minutes

    6 sessions remaining

    Interested in chess and looking for new opponents? 

    Teen volunteers will be on hand to help those who are learning!

    Reserved for players aged between 7-17.

  • Mondays, Apr 22, 2024 - Apr 29, 2024
    5:15pm
    30 minutes

    2 sessions remaining

    Sorry this event and its waiting list are full

    Do you have children ages 5-8?  Would you like them to read more?  Then join our weekly Reading Buddies program.   Each child will be paired with a teen volunteer for fun and interactive read aloud sessions.  Together they will share the joys of reading in a friendly, encouraging and enthusiastic environment.  Registration required.    

  • Mondays, Apr 22, 2024 - May 27, 2024
    5:30pm
    90 minutes

    4 sessions remaining

    Come enjoy a night of fun at the library. Play a new board game or bring your own to play with a friend.

  • seed saving

    Monday Apr 22, 2024 at 5:30pm
    150 minutes

    Take some seeds… bring some seeds!  A sustainable way to grow your garden and chat with other gardeners in the community.

  • Monday Apr 22, 2024 at 5:30pm
    90 minutes

    Come and join us for the evening of learning how to crochet.

    Crochet is one of the arts that come under the category of the art of creating beauty with tread.

    From the beginner to the Amigurumi artist. Join us for a series of crochet programs.

  • Mondays, Apr 22, 2024 - Jun 24, 2024
    6:00pm
    60 minutes

    9 sessions remaining

    Practice your English conversation skills in a relaxed and friendly environment. All levels are welcome to this drop-in program.

  • Monday Apr 22, 2024 at 6:00pm
    120 minutes

    The average time it takes for an unprotected computer to be compromised after connecting to the Internet is under 15 minutes. Don't let it be yours. Chris Taylor, President of the Ottawa PC Users' Group will show you the simple steps you need to take to keep your PC from being hacked. And best of all, it can be done for free.

  • Jumanji film poster

    Monday Apr 22, 2024 at 6:15pm
    120 minutes

    Come watch the movie Jumanji with us in a relaxed atmosphere! Which of the two movies is best? 

    You can bring your lawn chair and a blanket for extra comfort if you like :)

    *organized by the Teen volunteers of the Sunnyside Library.

  • Monday Apr 22, 2024 at 6:30pm
    90 minutes

    Come and create an Upcycled Feather out of old denim.  These feathers can be used as bookmarks, or grouped together for an art piece.

    Supplies for Two feathers will be provided.

  • Monday Apr 22, 2024 at 7:00pm
    90 minutes

    Presented 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.