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Rideau English Conversation Group

Rideau

Wednesdays, May 08, 2024 - Jun 05, 2024
6:30pm
60 minutes
5 sessions remaining

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Do you already have some basic English language skills, and are you looking for a casual, friendly environment where you can practice your English speaking skills? All levels are welcome.

Join our free English conversation group!

Receive guidance from our leaders, meet new people and gain confidence in your ability to speak English.

Every Wednesdays from 6:30-7:30 pm (no conversation group on April 17)

Vous avez déjà une base en anglais et vous cherchez un endroit avec une ambiance décontractée et amicale pour pratiquer vos habiletés de converser en anglais? Tous les niveaux sont les bienvenus.

Joignez-vous à notre groupe de conversation en anglais! C'est gratuit!

Recevez des conseils, rencontrez de nouvelles personnes et gagnez de la confiance à converser en anglais.

Tous les mercredis soirs de 18h30-19h30 (sauf le 17 avril)
Family Storytime (Thursdays)

Ruth E. Dickinson

Thursdays, May 02, 2024 - May 30, 2024
11:15am
30 minutes
5 sessions remaining

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Stories, rhymes and songs for children of all ages and their parents or caregivers. Drop-in program.
Memory Café

Stittsville

Thursdays, May 02, 2024 - Dec 05, 2024
1:00pm
120 minutes
8 sessions remaining

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An open house for persons with dementia, their care partners, and families.

Fun and stimulating mental activities are planned to enhance the social interactions and the connections that are built within the group. Light snacks and warm drinks are served alongside items that aim to spark conversations and reminiscing.

First Thursday of each month (starts in May 2023). 1-3pm.
Novel Conversations

Beaverbrook

Thursdays, May 02, 2024 - Jun 06, 2024
1:30pm
90 minutes
2 sessions remaining

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Share the enjoyment of good books in an informal and relaxed atmosphere. First Thursday of every month. New members welcome.
Carlingwood Adult Colouring Club

Carlingwood

Thursdays, May 02, 2024 - Dec 26, 2024
2:00pm
60 minutes
26 sessions remaining

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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!

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Book Banter (January to June 2024)

Alta Vista

Thursdays, May 02, 2024 - Jun 06, 2024
2:00pm
60 minutes
2 sessions remaining

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Share the enjoyment of good books in a relaxed atmosphere. Join us for discussions on the first Thursday of every month from 2 to 3 p.m.

January 11 : Bloomsbury Girls by Natalie Jenner (Note the date change)

February 1: Horse by Geraldine Brooks

March 7: Eleanor Oliphant is Completely Fine by Gail Honeyman

April 4: The Mercies by Kiran Millwood Hargrave

May 2: Hang the Moon by Jeannette Walls

June 6: The Night Portrait by Laura Morelli

All meetings are scent-free.
Babytime

Manotick

Thursdays, May 02, 2024 - Jun 13, 2024
2:00pm
30 minutes
6 sessions remaining

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Drop-in for Storybook reading, songs, bounces and rhymes too!

Ages newborn to 17/18 months.
Carp Book Club 2024

Carp

Thursdays, May 02, 2024 - Jun 06, 2024
2:30pm
120 minutes
2 sessions remaining

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Share the enjoyment of good books in a relaxed atmosphere. All are welcome! Drop-in program.

This group meets the first Thursday of the month 2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.

January 4 "Beloved" by Toni Morrison

February 1 "Lady Tan's Circle" by Lisa See

March 7 "Wrong Place, Wrong Time" by Gillian McAllister

April 4 "Talking to Canadians" by Rick Mercer

May 2 "The Buried Giant" by Kazuo Ishiguro

June 6 "The Mistress of Nothing" by Kate Pullinger
Chess Club drop-in

Cumberland

Thursdays, May 02, 2024 - May 30, 2024
4:00pm
60 minutes
5 sessions remaining

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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

Note: Chess Club will be paused during June for exam period, but will return in July! Stay tuned for scheduled dates.
English conversation group

Main

Thursdays, May 02, 2024 - Jun 27, 2024
6:00pm
90 minutes
9 sessions remaining

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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.