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Collage

Elmvale Acres

Saturdays, Apr 27, 2024 - May 25, 2024
10:30am
90 minutes
2 sessions remaining

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Whether you are an artist or not, whether you are creative or not, this art would suit you. Come tear and stick pieces of paper to create a unique work.

All supplies will be provided. You can follow a suggested template or create your own masterpiece. Drop-in program. Welcome to all ages

Que vous soyez un artiste ou non, que vous soyez créatif ou non cet art vous conviendrait. Venez déchirer et coller des bouts de papier pour créer une œuvre unique.

Tout le matériel vous sera fourni. Vous pouvez suivre un modèle suggéré ou créer votre propre chef-d'œuvre. Programme portes ouvertes. Pour tout âge.
Go Workshop / Atelier de Go

Rideau

Saturdays, Apr 27, 2024 - Aug 31, 2024
2:00pm
180 minutes
5 sessions remaining

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The Ottawa Go Club (https://ottawagoclub.wixsite.com/ogcs) organizes a series of workshops for people who want to improve their knowledge of the Go game. We will discuss various aspects of the game, do practical exercises and problems, explore and practice. Designed for beginners and intermediate players.

Le Club de Go d'Ottawa (https://ottawagoclub.wixsite.com/ogcs) organise des ateliers pour tous ceux qui aimeraient approfondir leurs connaissances du jeu de Go. On y discute plusieurs aspects du jeu, on fait des exercices et des problèmes, on explore et on s’entraîne. Conçu pour les débutants et les intermédiaires.
Sewing Circle

Greenboro

Saturdays, Apr 27, 2024 - Jun 08, 2024
2:00pm
90 minutes
4 sessions remaining

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Discover the fun of sewing by hand and finish simple sewing projects in this 5-part program. For ages 9-12.

Registration required.
Origami for Beginners

Hazeldean

Saturday Apr 27, 2024 at 2:30pm
60 minutes

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Learn the art of origami! Join us as we talk about the art of paper folding and make everything from flowers to animals, and more!
Learn to Sew! (9-12yrs old)

Cumberland

Saturdays, Apr 27, 2024 - May 25, 2024
3:00pm
90 minutes
3 sessions remaining

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Learn the basics of using a sewing machine (including safety) and sew your own book bag to keep! This program consists of four sessions over a two month period. *You must be able to commit to all four sessions.* All supplies will be provided. Required skills: • Ability to follow instructions, to work independently, and to wait patiently for assistance when needed • Can safely use sewing implements with minimal supervision (needles, seam rippers, and sharp scissors) Ages 9-12 years old.
Craft Night - Stitched String Art bookmark

Stittsville

Monday Apr 29, 2024 at 6:30pm
90 minutes

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Come and join me for a relaxing evening creating a Stitched String art bookmark.

Templates will be available, or create your own!

Supplies will be provided.
Colouring for the Mind - Adult Colouring Club

Manotick

Tuesdays, Apr 30, 2024 - Jun 25, 2024
10:30am
60 minutes
5 sessions remaining

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Colouring can have a calming effect on the mind and promote overall wellness.

Join us every second week on Tuesday mornings for a fun and relaxing session of adult coloring. An opportunity to let your inner artist free and be a kid again!

All supplies are provided. No experience required. All you need to bring is your creativity!
Carp Social KNITwork

Carp

Tuesday Apr 30, 2024 at 1:00pm
90 minutes

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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.
Teen Crafternoon

Main

Tuesdays, Apr 30, 2024 - May 21, 2024
5:00pm
120 minutes
2 sessions remaining

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Working on a craft project? Bring it along and chat with some fellow crafters while you work! Don't currently have a project? Try our featured craft project:
- April 30th : (to be determined)
- May 21th : (to be determined)
Share ideas and expertise or learn from your fellow enthusiasts. Or simply bond and make friends over common hobbies. For teens of all abilities. Drop-in program.

*Extra supplies available on hand for: drawing/colouring, origami, scrapbooking/collage, sewing, knitting, etc.

Vous avez un projet d'art ou d'artisanat en cours? Apportez votre projet à la bibliothèque pour discuter tout en travaillant! Vous n'avez pas de projet présentement? Essayez notre projet vedette :
- 30 avril : (à déterminer)
- 21 mai : (à déterminer)
Échangez des idées et conseils ou apprenez d'autres passionnés. Ou amusez-vous tout simplement avec des amis qui partage les mêmes passe-temps. Pour ados de tous les niveaux. Activité portes-ouvertes.

*Matériel supplémentaire pour : dessiner/colorier, origami, scrapbooking/collage, couture, tricot, etc.
Bad Art Night

Hazeldean

Tuesday Apr 30, 2024 at 6:00pm
60 minutes

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Adults are invited to get creative and make a no-pressure, awful piece of art. All supplies will be provided. We will put out random art supplies; what you make is entirely up to you! Make it as bizarre and ridiculous as you wish. At the end of the night, you will get to judge your fellow artists’ work and decide which is the worst!