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Rideau Thursday English Conversation Group

Rideau

Thursday Dec 5, 2024 at 1:00pm (series runs until May 29, 2025)

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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 Thursdays from 1:00-2:30 pm

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 jeudis après-midi de 13h-14h30
Novel Conversations

Beaverbrook

Thursday Dec 5, 2024 at 1:30pm (series runs until Jun 05, 2025)

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Share the enjoyment of good books in an informal and relaxed atmosphere. First Thursday of every month. New members welcome.
Book Banter (September to December 2024)

Alta Vista

Thursday Dec 5, 2024 at 2:00pm

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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.

September 12 : Lessons in Chemistry by Garmus Bonnie (Note the date change)

October 3: The Lincoln Highway, by Amor Towles

November 7: REMEMBER: The Science of Memory and the Art of Forgetting by Lisa Genova

December 5: Tom Lake by Ann Patchett

All meetings are scent-free.
Babytime / Bébés à la biblio

Greenboro

Thursday Dec 5, 2024 at 2:00pm (series runs until Dec 12, 2024)

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

Contes, comptines et chansons pour les bébés et un parent ou gardien. Pour les 0 à 18 mois.
Drop-In Activities // Activités «à la carte»

Elmvale Acres

Thursday Dec 5, 2024 at 2:00pm (series runs until May 29, 2025)

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Join us for a fun, casual hour of games and activities for adults. Do a puzzle, relax with adult colouring, or play a board game!

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Joignez-vous à nous pour un après-midi social. Au menu : des jeux de société, des casse-têtes, des jeux de cartes, du matériel pour dessiner, et plus encore.
Carlingwood Adult Colouring Club

Carlingwood

Thursday Dec 5, 2024 at 2:00pm (series runs until Dec 26, 2024)

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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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Carp Book Club 2024

Carp

Thursday Dec 5, 2024 at 2:30pm

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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.

July 4 "A World Elsewhere" by Wayne Johnston

August 1 "The Lincoln Highway" by Amor Towles

September 5 "The Elegance of the Hedgehog" by Muriel Barbery

October 3 "Peacekeeper's Daughter" by Tanya Bellehumeur-Allat

November 7 "Fire Weather: the Making of a Beast" by John Vaillant

December 5 "Fleishman is in Trouble" by Taffy Brodesser-Akner
Pop up activities - every Thursday at Rockcliffe Park

Rockcliffe Park

Thursday Dec 5, 2024 at 3:00pm (series runs until Dec 19, 2024)

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Join us at Rockcliffe Park Branch every Thursday from 3PM to 4:30PM for a different self-directed pop up activity in either:

Art

Science and Engineering

Games

or Puzzle challenges

Ages 3+ (with adult supervision)
Tween S.T.E.A.M (session 2)

Greenboro

Thursday Dec 5, 2024 at 4:00pm (series runs until Dec 12, 2024)

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Hey Tweens! Join us after school for S.T.E.A.M fun.

November 28 - Circuitry

December 5 - Ozobots

December 12 - Free choice (Several STEAM activities will be available. You can choose one or combine several)

Ages 8-12.

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Chess Club drop-in

Cumberland

Thursday Dec 5, 2024 at 4:00pm (series runs until Dec 12, 2024)

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Drop in to play chess with other youth in a relaxed, informal environment!

Practice the basics or test your wits with a weekly chess challenge.

Ages: 8 to 18