The average time it takes for an unprotected computer to be compromised after connecting to the Internet is under 15 minutes. Don't let it be yours. Chris Taylor, President of the Ottawa PC Users' Group will show you the simple steps you need to take to keep your PC from being hacked. And best of all, it can be done for free.

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.

January 11 : Bloomsbury Girls by Natalie Jenner (Note the date change)

February 1: Horse by Geraldine Brooks

March 7: Eleanor Oliphant is Completely Fine by Gail Honeyman

April 4: The Mercies by Kiran Millwood Hargrave

May 2: Hang the Moon by Jeannette Walls

June 6: The Night Portrait by Laura Morelli

All meetings are scent-free.

It’s Family Literacy Day! What better way to celebrate family literacy than with a book launch.  Join author Rob Justus as he introduces you to his brand new graphic novel – Death and Sparkles 2: The Sacred Golden Cupcake. Rob will share some of his favorite parts of this book as well as what it takes to write a graphic novel, including a short workshop on how to draw your own characters.  By attending this program you will also have a chance to win a signed copy of this book.  This program is recommended for families with children age 8-12.