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    Monday Director Spotlight - Akira Kurosawa - Throne of Blood

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    Monday Mar 17, 2025 at 6:00pm

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    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 Akira Kurosawa.

    Join us for a free screening of Throne of Blood In as part of our Monday Director Spotlight Series. The film was released in 1957. 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. 110 minutes. In Japanese with English subtitles.
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    Themed Movie Tuesdays: Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind

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    Tuesday Mar 18, 2025 at 6:00pm

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    Join us for a free screening of Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind as part of our "Remember, There's a Time and Place for Love" movie theme for March. The film was directed by Michel Gondry and was released in 2004. 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. 108 minutes. In English with subtitles.
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    English Conversation Group

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    Wednesday Mar 19, 2025 at 10:15am (series runs until Jun 25, 2025)

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    Join our free English conversation group to practice speaking in English in a relaxed and friendly environment.

    All levels are welcome to this drop-in program.

    Rejoignez notre groupe de conversation en anglais gratuit pour pratiquer l'anglais dans une atmosphère détendue.

    Tous les niveaux sont les bienvenus à ce programme , inscription non requise.
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    Chess Club

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    Wednesday Mar 19, 2025 at 4:00pm (series runs until Jun 25, 2025)

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    Join us for open games of chess. Whether you're a beginner or more advanced, this is a relaxed environment where everyone is welcome. Bring your own board or borrow one of ours. 
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    RomCom Wednesdays - Uptown Girls

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    Wednesday Mar 19, 2025 at 6:00pm

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    Join us for lighthearted love and laughs every third Wednesday of the month as we play a romantic comedy movie  This month's pick is Uptown Girls.

    The film was directed by Boaz Yakin was released in 2003. 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. 92 minutes. In English with subtitles.
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    English Conversation Group

    Main
    Wednesday Mar 19, 2025 at 6:30pm (series runs until May 28, 2025)

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    Join our free English conversation to practice speaking in English in a relaxed and friendly environment.

    All levels are welcome to this drop-in program.

    Rejoignew notre groupe de conversation en anglais gratuis pour pratiquer l'anglais dans une atmosphère détendue.

    Tous les niveaux sont les bienvenus à ce programme, inscription non requise.
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    English conversation group

    Main
    Thursday Mar 20, 2025 at 6:00pm (series runs until Jun 26, 2025)

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    Join our free English conversation group to practice speaking in English in a relaxed and friendly environment.

    All levels are welcome to this drop-in program.

    Rejoignez notre groupe de conversation en anglais gratuit pour pratiquer l'anglais dans une atmosphère détendue.

    Tous les niveaux sont les bienvenus à ce programme , inscription non requise.
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    English conversation group

    Main
    Friday Mar 21, 2025 at 3:00pm (series runs until Jun 27, 2025)

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    Join our free English conversation group to practice speaking in English in a relaxed and friendly environment.

    All levels are welcome to this drop-in program.

    Rejoignez notre groupe de conversation en anglais gratuit pour pratiquer l'anglais dans une atmosphère détendue.

    Tous les niveaux sont les bienvenus à ce programme , inscription non requise.

  • In the Company of Writers

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    Monday Mar 24, 2025 at 2:00pm (series runs until Apr 28, 2025)

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    On the second and fourth Mondays of each month, this event provides an opportunity for local authors and others who enjoy good writing to discuss writing of all types (fiction, non-fiction, poetry, dramatic scripts, graphic novels, etc.) Members will have the opportunity to share their writing and exchange useful feedback. Possible discussion may also include ideas related to publishing written work.

  • English Reading and Writing Help (Adult Second Language Learners)

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    Monday Mar 24, 2025 at 4:45pm (series runs until Jun 23, 2025)

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    Whether you need help:

    •  preparing for the IELTS Reading and Writing Assessment, 
    • preparing a CV and Cover Letter for job prospects or interviews, 
    • help with English based course assignments, 
    • or simply wish to improve your English reading and writing skills

    ... then these help sessions are designed for you!  

    >  Coaching Guide materials for IELTS will be available for participants interested in prepared for the English language assessment. 

    >  Others wishing different reading or writing help should bring along some early preparation work — e.g., Ideas for CV and Cover Letter; work assignment instructions; a book or something at the level of English you feel able to read.