Join us for conversation and laughter as we play games, share stories, and connect with each other in a relaxed atmosphere.
Various activities will be provided.
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Wednesdays, May 15, 2024 - Aug 07, 2024
10:00am
60 minutes7 sessions remaining
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Wednesdays, May 15, 2024 - Aug 28, 2024
10:30am
60 minutes16 sessions remaining
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Do you need a casual, friendly environment where you can practice your English-speaking skills? Look no further than the English Conversation Group! Receive guidance from our experienced conversation group leaders, meet new people, and gain confidence in your English speaking.
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Wednesdays, May 15, 2024 - Jun 19, 2024
10:30am
90 minutes2 sessions remaining
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Presented by South-East Ottawa Community Health
Find out about:
•Community Support Services for seniors and adults with physical disabilities
•Volunteer Opportunities.
Services discussed will include medical transportation, handy helpers, friendly visitors, respite care, home making, caregiver support and more
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Wednesdays, May 15, 2024 - Jun 26, 2024
1:00pm
120 minutes5 sessions remaining
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Join us for an informal gathering of knitting enthusiasts - from beginners to experts. Share your ideas and projects in a relaxed social atmosphere.
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Wednesday May 15, 2024 at 1:00pm
75 minutesDrop-in program
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Join us for a screening of The Geographies of DAR, a captivating film that explores the life and literary works of renowned Canadian author David Adams Richards.
Through stunning visuals, insightful interviews and excerpts from his writings, the film uncovers the profound connection between Richards’ personal experiences and Eastern Canada’s Miramichi, the region that shaped his storytelling.
Richards opens up about his childhood, his struggles and demons, and his unwavering belief in God, providing candid and perceptive insights into cruelty, love, faith and the human experience. This poignant film is an elegy to the joys, suffering, mercies and beauty of life, celebrating the indomitable spirit and courage of this extraordinary Canadian writer.
2023, 1 h 13 min, English – brought to you by the NFB
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Wednesdays, May 15, 2024 - Jun 26, 2024
2:00pm
90 minutes7 sessions remaining
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Are you looking for a relaxing activity that is low stress and doesn't require any special skills? Then colouring may be for you! Join us to explore your creative side, relax and meet new friends. All supplies will be provided.
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Wednesdays, May 15, 2024 - Jun 26, 2024
6:30pm
120 minutes7 sessions remaining
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Practice your English conversation skills in a low-pressure, friendly environment. All levels are welcome.
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Wednesday May 15, 2024 at 6:30pm
90 minutes2024 will be one of the most consequential years in the history of democracy. Elections have been or will be held in many countries ranging in size and power from El Salvador to India. The decisions of voters will determine whether the worldwide growth in authoritarianism over the past twenty years will continue or democracy will begin to make a comeback.
The US Presidential and Congressional elections on Tuesday November 5 stand out as an especially critical democratic moment for two reasons: first because they will be a supreme test of American democracy; and second because they will send a powerful message to the rest of the world, including the dictatorships and wannabe dictatorships.
The group will discuss the background and issues of Democracy on Trial and week by week follow the important democratic events and developments of 2024.
Mr. Robert Miller will lead the discussion. He is the author of Canada and Democratic Development and, prior to his retirement, served as President and CEO of the Parliamentary Centre, Canada’s leading institution promoting and supporting international democratic development.
Session #1 Wednesday, April 3: Is History Repeating Itself?
Session #2, Wednesday April 10: Democratic Fatigue and the Appeal of the Strong Man
Session #3, Wednesday, April 17: Big Countries and Small: The Cases of El Salvador and Rwanda, Russia and India
Session # 4, Wednesday, April 24: The Fire Next Door: The Authoritarian Impulse in the United States
Session #5, Wednesday, May 1: Donald Trump and the Invention of Trumpism
Session #6, Wednesday, May 8: Can it Happen Here? If Trump wins, is Canada next? A discussion with John Ibbitson, Globe and Mail columnist and one of Canada’s leading authors on politics and public affairs.
Registration recommended.
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Wednesdays, May 15, 2024 - Dec 18, 2024
6:30pm
90 minutes31 sessions remaining
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Got a portable craft project? Bring it along and chat with some fellow crafters while you work! Share your expertise if you're comfortable, and learn about what other folks are working on (or just make friends and bond over your latest tv show obsession)! Knitting, crochet, embroidery, felting, beading, scrapbooking and more.
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Wednesdays, May 15, 2024 - Jun 26, 2024
7:00pm
60 minutes4 sessions remaining
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If you are a knitter, a crocheter or a crafter, come and join us at Hazeldean Stitches. Share your ideas and projects with other yarn artists. All ages welcome!