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Thursday Dec 19, 2024 at 3:00pm -
Thursday Dec 19, 2024 at 5:00pmDrop-in program
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As the weather gets colder, come down to our cozy cabin at the Manotick Library. Bring your gifts and wrap them in a festive atmosphere! We provide the wrapping paper. All ages welcome. Drop in program.
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Thursday Dec 19, 2024 at 6:30pmPractice your English language conversation skills and meet new friends in a relaxed and friendly environment.
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Thursday Dec 19, 2024 at 7:00pmJoin us to discuss books from the science fiction and fantasy genres each month. All are welcome!
Every 3rd Thursday of the month from 7:00pm to 8:30pm.
Here's what we're reading autumn/winter 2024:
- September 19th: Project Hail Mary by Andy Weir
- October 17th: Translation State by Ann Leckie
- November 21st: Leviathan Wakes by James SA Corey
- December 19th: Six of Crows by Leigh Bardugo
Please note: Registrants are responsible for securing a copy of the book to read or listen to.
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Thursday Dec 19, 2024 at 7:00pmSorry this event and its waiting list are full
Cover to Cover has multiplied!
Joins us once a month for lively discussions on books in a variety of genres and voices.
Starting September 2024, there will be two groups reading the same books, but at different times of the year. Choose a morning session - Daybreak Discussions - or evening session - Nightfall Forum - that works with your schedule.
When you register for a session, there is no need to request a physical copy, as one will be ready for you! If you would prefer a different format such as an e-book or audiobook, please click on the title link below to place a hold through your own account.
By registering for this program, you are registering for a Thursday evening session. To register for a Tuesday morning session, please visit Cover to Cover: Daybreak Discussions.
FALL SESSIONS - REGISTRATION NOW OPEN!
September 26: Starter Villain, by John Scalzi
October 31: The Librarianist, by Patrick DeWitt
November 28: This Time Tomorrow, by Emma Straub
December 19: This Is How You Lose The Time War, by Amal Al-MohtarWINTER SESSIONS ❄ Registration opens December 2024 ❄
January: The Innocents, by Michael Crummey
February: Lessons in Chemistry, by Bonnie Garmus
March: Theory of Crows, by David RobertsonSPRING SESSIONS ❀ Registration opens March 2024 ❀
April: Klara and the Sun, by Keigo Ishiguro
May: Yellowface, by R.F. Kuang
June: Bring Your Favourite Book Party!
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Friday Dec 20, 2024 at 2:00pm (series runs until Jun 27, 2025)Come engage in creative writing or academic writing!
Each session starts with a 20-minute writing period, followed by a peer feedback session.
You will need to bring the writing instruments of your choice (computer or pen and paper) so that we can write together.
Registration is required for this program series
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Friday Dec 20, 2024 at 2:00pmJoin us for an afternoon of crafting fun!
We will be making giant 3D snowflakes! All materials will be provided.
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Saturday Dec 21, 2024 at 2:30pmSorry this event and its waiting list are full
Discover how to draw, paint, and print like an artist. In each session, you'll explore various techniques inspired by renowned artists.
September 14 - Draw & Paint like Joan Miró
October 26 – Draw & Paint like Henri Matisse
November 23 – Paint like Wassily Kandinsky
December 21 – Photomontage like Hannah Höch
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Monday Jan 6, 2025 at 6:00pm (series runs until Jun 02, 2025)Drop-in program
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Join author Michael F. Stewart for an evening of shared writing, support, and constructive criticism from peers. No experience necessary, all forms of writing welcome.
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Monday Jan 6, 2025 at 6:45pm (series runs until Jun 02, 2025)Drop-in program
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Share the pleasure of reading and discussing books ranging from the classics to the contemporary, but mostly fiction, in a relaxed atmosphere
(If the first Monday of a month falls on a Civic Holiday, the book club will be postponed to the following week)
December 2 - A Year of Magical Thinking by Joan Didion
January 6 - The unseen by Roy Jacobson
February 3- The Nickel Boys by Colson Whitehead (book club kit to be available at January meeting)
March 3 - TBD
April 7 - TBD
May 5 - TBD
June 2 - TBD