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  • Monday Jan 20, 2025 at 3:00pm (series runs until Jan 30, 2025)

    Our meeting room will be open from 3pm-6pm for extra study space during the exam period. For grades 9-12. Good luck on your exams!

  • Teen Exam Cram
    Monday Jan 20, 2025 at 3:00pm (series runs until Jan 28, 2025)

    Hi teens! Looking for a quiet place to study for exams? Look no further! Our program room will be available for quiet study at select times prior to and during exams.

    Light snacks will be provided.

  • Monday Jan 20, 2025 at 3:00pm (series runs until Jan 30, 2025)

    Looking for a place to study for exams? 

    Select tables in the Teen Zone on Carlingwood's 3rd floor will be reserved for you during the high school examination period. 

    In need of supplies? No worries! Pens, pencils, highlighters, post-its, paper... we've got you covered. 

    Light snacks will also be provided. 

    Good luck to all those writing exams this month! 

  • Monday Jan 20, 2025 at 4:00pm (series runs until Jan 29, 2025)

    Need a place to study for exams? Our program room will be available for quiet study.

    Light snacks will be provided.

  • Monday Jan 20, 2025 at 4:30pm (series runs until May 26, 2025)

    For Ages 10-18.  Drop-in on Mondays between 4:30 and 6 pm for Youth Scrabble - an incredibly exciting activity that provides a challenging and stimulating experience for players. The game requires players to use their vocabulary, strategy, and critical thinking skills to create and place words on the board while competing against others. Whether you're an experienced player or a beginner, the fast-paced and competitive nature of the game is sure to keep you engaged and focused. Additionally, the social aspect of Club Scrabble is not to be underestimated, as players can meet new people, share their love of the game, and have fun together. Overall, Youth Scrabble is an exhilarating and satisfying pastime that offers mental stimulation, social interaction, and a lot of excitement.  

    This program is led by Heidi Robertson, Director of the Ottawa Scrabble Club

    Note:  There is no program on February 17 (Family Day), April 21 (Easter Monday) and May 19 (Victoria Day)

  • Monday Jan 20, 2025 at 5:00pm (series runs until Mar 31, 2025)

    Sorry this event and its waiting list are full

    Do you have children ages 5-8?  Would you like them to read more?  Then join our weekly Reading Buddies program.  Each child will be paired with a teen volunteer for fun and interactive read aloud sessions.  Together they will share the joys of reading in a friendly, encouraging and enthusiastic environment.  Registration required. 

  • poster for Pain and Glory
    Monday Jan 20, 2025 at 6:00pm

    Every Monday evening we put the spotlight on a director's work, giving us a chance to explore their oeuvre, revisit movies we've played on Tuesdays, and just....watch some good movies. This month's pick is Pedro Almodóvar.

    Join us for a free screening of Pain and Glory as part of our Monday Director Spotlight Series. The film was released in 2019. The screening will take place in our auditorium, starts at 6:00PM and is free to attend.

    Note: The film is intended for a mature audience. 114 minutes. In Spanish with English subtitles.

  • Monday Jan 20, 2025 at 6:00pm

    Dive into the fascinating world of typography with Chris Taylor, President of the Ottawa PC Users’ Group. Chris will demystify the terminology of typography and explore its rich history. Learn what makes a typeface readable or distracting, how to effectively combine multiple typefaces, and the emotions different fonts can evoke.

    Whether your next project is a greeting card, poster, newsletter, business card, logo, or anything else that incorporates text, Chris can help you avoid common typographic pitfalls. Practical tips will be shared to choose the right typeface, create visually appealing and readable text, and more. For the design novice or seasoned pro, this presentation will enhance your appreciation and understanding of typography’s powerful impact.

  • Monday Jan 20, 2025 at 6:00pm (series runs until Mar 31, 2025)

    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? Joignez-vous à notre groupe de conversation en anglais! Recevez des conseils, rencontrez de nouvelles personnes et gagnez de la confiance à converser en anglais.

    20 et 27 janvier 2025

    3, 10 et 24 février 2025

    3, 10, 17, 24 et 31 mars 2025

    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? Join our English conversation group! Receive guidance from our leaders, meet new people and gain confidence in your ability to speak English.

    January 20 and 27, 2025

    February 3, 10 and 24, 2025

    March 3, 10, 17, 24 and 31, 2025

  • Monday Jan 20, 2025 at 6:00pm

    Heureux et accompli, Ellias devient le nouveau directeur artistique d'une célèbre maison de Haute Couture française. Quand il apprend que son père, qu'il ne voit plus depuis de nombreuses années, vient de mourir d'une crise cardiaque, Ellias se rend au Québec pour régler la succession. Le jeune créateur va découvrir qu'il a hérité de bien pire que du coeur fragile de son père.

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