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Saturday Jun 22, 2024 at 2:00pm
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!
**Please note that you are not required to bring your laptop for the session.
Thursdays, Apr 18, 2024 - Apr 25, 2024
1:00pm
90 minutes
2 sessions remaining
Ready for more than conversation? These 4-week module classes will help build on your English language skills. Beginner and Intermediate sessions. Each session's registration will open three (3) weeks prior to the first class.
Everyone welcome! Register online.
You are registering for: Beginner classes : April, 4, 11, 18 and 25 2024
Vous cherchez un peu plus qu'une conversation? Nos classes en format module de 4 semaines vous aideront à développer vos compétences linguistiques en anglais. Sessions au niveau débutant ainsi qu'intermédiaire. Ouverture des inscriptions trois (3) semaines avant la première classe pour chaque session.
Tous sont bienvenus ! Inscription en ligne.
Vous vous enregistrez pour: session débutant: les 4, 11, 18 et 25 2024
Thursdays, Apr 18, 2024 - Apr 25, 2024
1:00pm
90 minutes
2 sessions remaining
Ready for more than conversation? These 4-week module classes will help build on your English language skills. Beginner and Intermediate sessions. Each session's registration will open three (3) weeks prior to the first class.
Everyone welcome! Register online.
You are registering for: Intermediate classes : April, 4, 11, 18 and 25 2024
Vous cherchez un peu plus qu'une conversation? Nos classes en format module de 4 semaines vous aideront à développer vos compétences linguistiques en anglais. Sessions au niveau débutant ainsi qu'intermédiaire. Ouverture des inscriptions trois (3) semaines avant la première classe pour chaque session.
Tous sont bienvenus ! Inscription en ligne.
Vous vous enregistrez pour: session intermédiaire: les 4, 11, 18 et 25 2024
Thursdays, Apr 18, 2024 - Dec 26, 2024
2:00pm
60 minutes
37 sessions remaining
Coloring can have a calming effect on the mind and promote overall wellness. Join us for a fun and relaxing afternoon of adult coloring.
All supplies are provided. No experience required. All you need to bring is your creativity!
Drop-in.
Thursdays, Apr 18, 2024 - May 30, 2024
2:00pm
30 minutes
6 sessions remaining
Stories, rhymes and songs for children of all ages and a parent or caregiver. Drop-in program.
Contes, comptines et chansons pour les enfants de tous âges et un parent ou gardien. Portes ouvertes.
Thursdays, Apr 18, 2024 - May 09, 2024
2:00pm
45 minutes
4 sessions remaining
A school readiness program for children 3–4 years old, who will be entering kindergarten in September 2024, and their adult co-learner.
Stories and child-centered learning stations with a focus on the foundational concepts of letter recognition, numeracy, colors, shapes, measurement, rhyming, and retelling.
Thursdays, Apr 18, 2024 - Apr 25, 2024
4:00pm
60 minutes
2 sessions remaining
Stories and activities that support Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math.
For a child aged 3-6 and a parent or caregiver. Registration required.
Please only reserve a spot for each child attending.
Thursdays, Apr 18, 2024 - Apr 25, 2024
4:00pm
60 minutes
2 sessions remaining
Do you enjoy chess, or do you want to learn the game?
Drop in to play with other youth! Learn the basics and test your wits with a weekly chess challenge.
Ages: 8 to 18
Thursdays, Apr 18, 2024 - Apr 25, 2024
5:30pm
180 minutes
2 sessions remaining
Do you need help with your tax return? If you have a modest income and a simple tax situation, trained volunteers may be able to complete your tax return for you for free. Ottawa Public Library is partnering with the Canada Revenue Agency to offer free tax preparation through the Community Volunteer Income Tax Program.
The Ruth E. Dickinson branch will be offering free tax clinics in English on a first-come, first-served basis.
Before arriving at the free tax clinics, you must verify whether you meet the Canada Revenue Agency’s eligibility criteria and ensure to bring the appropriate documentation with you. Our volunteers will not process self-employment or business taxes.
Click on the "View full schedule" button on the right of the screen to see when the clinics will be offered.
Thursdays, Apr 18, 2024 - Jun 27, 2024
6:00pm
90 minutes
11 sessions remaining
Join our free English conversation group to practice speaking in English in a relaxed and friendly environment.
All levels are welcome to this drop-in program.
Rejoignez notre groupe de conversation en anglais gratuit pour pratiquer l'anglais dans une atmosphère détendue.
Tous les niveaux sont les bienvenus à ce programme , inscription non requise.