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  • NDTR banner film festival

    Saturday Sep 30, 2023 at 10:15am
    390 minutes

    Le français suit l'anglais

    The Ottawa Public Library welcomes you to a thought-provoking, day-long film festival, presented in partnership with the National Film Board of Canada, on National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.

    To commemorate National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, OPL chose to honour the Indigenous oral tradition by amplifying Indigenous voices and bring together our communities in the spirit of truth and reconciliation. Through the lens of these award-winning documentaries, the power of storytelling will help educate, inspire, and unite communities, as we reflect on our shared history and the path forward.

    So join us on September 30th, online via Zoom or at one of our seven open branches, on a cinematic journey centered around the theme of residential schools that explores the rich tapestry of Indigenous history, culture, and the path towards reconciliation.

    Stay with us throughout the day, or join us at planned times for specific films according to the schedule below:

    10h15: Word of welcome

    10h18: Sisters & Brothers

    10h21: We Were Children

    11h43: Honour to Senator Murray Sinclair

    12h12: We Can't Make the Same Mistake Twice

    14h54: Stories Are in Our Bones

    15h05: The Road Forward

    Register now to get the Zoom link, or visit one of our open branches (Beaverbrook, Cumberland, Greenboro, Nepean Centrepointe, Main, Ruth E Dickinson, St Laurent.)

    Visit this link for a full description of the films. 

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    La Bibliothèque publique d'Ottawa vous invite à participer à un festival du film d'une journée, présenté en partenariat avec l'Office national du film du Canada, à l'occasion de la Journée nationale de la vérité et de la réconciliation.

    Pour commémorer ce jour important, la BPO a choisi d'honorer la tradition orale autochtone en amplifiant les voix autochtones et en rassemblant nos communautés dans l'esprit de la vérité et de la réconciliation. À travers l'objectif de ces documentaires primés, le pouvoir de la narration contribuera à éduquer, inspirer et unir les communautés, alors que nous réfléchissons à notre histoire commune et à la voie à suivre.

    Rejoignez-nous le 30 septembre, en ligne via Zoom ou dans l'une de nos sept succursales ouvertes, pour un voyage cinématographique centré sur le thème des pensionnats, qui explore la riche tapisserie de l'histoire et de la culture autochtone, ainsi que le chemin vers la réconciliation.

    Restez avec nous tout au long de la journée, ou rejoignez-nous aux heures prévues pour des films spécifiques selon le programme ci-dessous :

    10h15: mot de bienvenue

    10h18: Soeurs et frères 

    10h21: Nous n’étions que des enfants

    11h43: Hommage au sénateur Murray Sinclair

    12h12: On ne peut pas faire deux fois la même erreur

    14h54: Des histoires ancrées en nous

    15h05: Droit devant

    Inscrivez-vous pour recevoir le lien Zoom, ou visitez l'une de nos succursales ouvertes le 30 septembre: Beaverbrook, Cumberland, Greenboro, Nepean Centrepointe, Centrale, Ruth E Dickinson, St Laurent.

    Les films sont présentés en langue originale anglaise avec sous-titres français. 

    Suivez ce lien pour jeter un coup d'oeil aux descriptions des films.

  • Family story time

    Saturdays, Sep 30, 2023 - Dec 16, 2023
    10:30am
    30 minutes

    9 sessions remaining

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

    Please Note: No program Sept 30th or Nov 11th. For programs on Oct 28 and Nov 25, please see our Spanish Storytime event listing.

  • Family story time

    Mondays, Oct 02, 2023 - Dec 11, 2023
    10:30am
    30 minutes

    9 sessions remaining

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

    Please note: no program Oct 9, Oct 30

  • Toddler time

    Tuesdays, Oct 03, 2023 - Dec 12, 2023
    10:30am
    30 minutes

    10 sessions remaining

    Stories, rhymes and songs for toddlers together with their parents or caregivers.

    Ages 15 to 35 months.

    Drop-in program.

    Please Note: No program Oct 31st

  • Tuesdays, Oct 03, 2023 - Dec 19, 2023
    6:30pm
    60 minutes

    12 sessions remaining

    Do you need a casual, friendly environment where you can practice your English-speaking skills?  Look no further than the English Conversation Group!  Receive guidance from our experienced conversation group leaders, meet new people, and gain confidence in your English speaking.

  • Wednesdays, Oct 04, 2023 - Dec 20, 2023
    10:30am
    60 minutes

    11 sessions remaining

    Do you need a casual, friendly environment where you can practice your English-speaking skills?  Look no further than the English Conversation Group!  Receive guidance from our experienced conversation group leaders, meet new people, and gain confidence in your English speaking.

  • Toddler time

    Wednesdays, Oct 04, 2023 - Dec 13, 2023
    10:30am
    30 minutes

    10 sessions remaining

    Stories, rhymes and songs for toddlers together with their parents or caregivers.

    Ages 15 to 35 months.

    Drop-in program.

    Please Note: no program Nov 1st

  • Wednesdays, Oct 04, 2023 - Dec 20, 2023
    2:00pm
    90 minutes

    12 sessions remaining

    Are you looking for a relaxing activity that is low stress and doesn't require any special skills?  Then colouring may be for you!   Join us to explore your creative side, relax and meet new friends.  All supplies will be provided.

    The August 2nd session will be held in the Children's Program Room on the lower level of the library.

  • drawing of parent and child reading

    Thursdays, Oct 05, 2023 - Dec 14, 2023
    10:30am
    60 minutes

    10 sessions remaining

    Stories, rhymes and songs for babies and a parent or caregiver. 0-18 months.

    Program runs for 30 min. Participants are welcome to stay and let their babies play afterwards.

    PLEASE NOTE: no program Nov 2

  • Illustrated web banner with paint brushes and paint.

    Thursday Oct 05, 2023 at 2:00pm
    90 minutes

    Sorry this event is full

    Let’s get creative! Participants will be provided with all the materials needed to complete the craft, from start to finish. No prior skills needed!

    This month we will decorate miniature pumpkins with live succulent cuttings. A perfect fall centerpiece for your table.