Wednesdays, Oct 04, 2023 - Oct 25, 2023
2:00pm
45 minutes
4 sessions remaining
Join us for a preschool circle time with lots of stories, rhymes and songs, followed by a craft. Children are encouraged to bring an item or photo to share/talk about with the other participants.
For children aged 3-4 (starting kindergarten in the fall of 2024) and a parent/caregiver. Siblings are welcome.
Wednesdays, Oct 04, 2023 - Jun 05, 2024
3:00pm
60 minutes
9 sessions remaining
Wednesday, October 4 – Nature Journalling
Join us for an introduction to the art of nature journalling. Reflect on nature interactions in your everyday life through guided prompts.
Wednesday, November 1 – Paint a terracotta pot
Give your favourite house plant an upgraded home by joining us to paint a terracotta pot. Follow along with the guided instructions or go rogue and follow your imagination.
Wednesday, December 6 – Holiday card making or gift tag making
Welcome in the season as we make decorative cards and gift tags for the occasion of your choice.
All materials will be provided. Artistic talent not required!
Wednesdays, Oct 04, 2023 - Jun 26, 2024
7:00pm
60 minutes
37 sessions remaining
Practice your English conversation skills in a low-pressure, friendly environment. All levels are welcome.
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Thursday Oct 05, 2023 at 6:00pm
60 minutes
Tinkering, Coding, Creating, Experimenting and Designing.
Come get excited about STEM with us.
For thinkers ages 6-8 years and their adult co-learner.
A program in partnership with the University of Ottawa's Let's Talk Science Program.
Saturdays, Oct 07, 2023 - Oct 28, 2023
10:00am
120 minutes
4 sessions remaining
Interested in playing D&D? Then join us on October 7, 14, 21 and 28 for a D&D adventure. Dungeons and Dragons is a fantasy role playing game in which your characters explore the world, solve puzzles and fight monsters. For ages 13-17. Spaces limited.
Saturdays, Oct 07, 2023 - Oct 21, 2023
10:30am
30 minutes
2 sessions remaining
Join us for stories, songs and rhymes, for children of all ages! | Rejoignez-nous pour des histoires, des chansons et des comptines, pour les enfants de tous âges!
Tuesdays, Oct 10, 2023 - Jun 11, 2024
3:00pm
120 minutes
9 sessions remaining
The Granny Squares for Warmth (GSFW) group was created in November 2020 as a Barrhaven-based group with a mission to create and donate hand-made blankets in the Ottawa area.
In addition to blankets, members have also made and donated shawls, hats, and baby wear.
Join us to crochet and join granny squares, to share and learn crochet stitches and techniques and to build a sense of community by making blankets for those in need.
Everyone is welcome!
Wednesdays, Oct 11, 2023 - Jun 12, 2024
10:00am
60 minutes
9 sessions remaining
We meet to enjoy lively good-natured discussions of a wide variety of books selected by our members. All assessments, interpretations, and opinions are valued and respected. Everyone is welcome!
Wednesdays, Oct 11, 2023 - Nov 08, 2023
2:00pm
60 minutes
2 sessions remaining
Learn how to protect yourself and your loved ones in case of emergency.
Thursday Oct 12, 2023 at 5:30pm
150 minutes
Create an original artwork with professional artist Stephanie Browness. Get step by step instructions in real time as you create your own version of a pre-planned "Fall Flowers" themed acrylic on canvas work of art. All experience levels welcome. All supplies provided! Registration required - spaces are limited.
Stephanie Browness is a painter and art instructor who has been teaching in Ottawa for 20 years. She has worked with all age groups and firmly believes that anyone can make art. Stephanie holds a BFA in fine arts from the University of Ottawa and Master's in art history from Carleton University.
With special thanks for the Friends of the Ottawa Public Library Association (FOPLA) for generously funding this Ruth E. Dickinson branch program.