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    Thursday Oct 05, 2023 at 2:00pm
    120 minutes

    We are told: don't write down passwords; don't reuse passwords; make passwords long and complex.  Chris Taylor, President of the Ottawa PC Users' Group will show how to use free software that stores all your usernames and passwords along with related information and protects them with a single, very strong password.  Don't let your online accounts get compromised. It's easy and free.

  • Mondays, Oct 16, 2023 - Dec 18, 2023
    1:00pm
    120 minutes

    10 sessions remaining

    Love to play cards?  Seniors in Bells Corners are invited to join an informal card group.  Drop-in.

    Mondays 1-3 pm at Centennial Branch.

    In partnership with South Nepean Satellite Community Health Center

                       

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    Friday Oct 20, 2023 at 2:00pm
    120 minutes

    Learn, in simple terms, how your camera works to enable you to take better photos.  The lecture will cover tips on composition, depth of field, lighting, people pictures and how to avoid common pitfalls.  Applicable to cell phones too.  Presented by Lynda Buske from the Ottawa PC Users' Group.

  • Thursday Oct 26, 2023 at 6:00pm
    90 minutes

    Adults and teens are invited to get into the Halloween spirit and create an imperfect spooky piece of art.  At the end of the evening, you can vote which one is the worst!  All art supplies are provided.  Small pumpkins & gourds are also provided for those interested in decorating one for their spooky masterpiece.  

    Thursday October 26, 6:00-7:30pm

    Age 13+

    Registration required

  • Friday Oct 27, 2023 at 2:00pm
    120 minutes

    Learn how to more effectively tell the story of your vacations through pictures. Regardless of what kind of camera you use (cell phone, tablet, DSLR, etc.), learn how to use light, foreground, people and framing to create a descriptive picture that needs no captioning. Presented by Lynda Buske from the Ottawa PC Users' Group.

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    Thursday Nov 09, 2023 at 6:00pm
    120 minutes

    Think about everything that is on your computer; videos of the grandkids playing in a park, vacation and family photos, tax records, emails...Now think aout whether those files exist anywhere else.  If the answer is no, you need to think about backup.

  • Wednesday Nov 22, 2023 at 2:30pm
    120 minutes

    PressReader is an online resource that provides access to today’s newspapers & magazines from Canada & around the world.  Adults are invited to a presentation and question & answer session with library staff about PressReader.  You may bring your mobile device for practice using this resource but are not required to. 

    Wednesday November 22, 2:30-4:30pm

    Registration required

    For an overview of PressReader, follow the link below: 

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    Thursday Nov 30, 2023 at 5:30pm
    150 minutes

    Create an original artwork with professional artist Stephanie Browness. Get step by step instructions in real time as you create your own version of a pre-planned "Fall Flowers" themed acrylic on canvas work of art. All experience levels welcome. All supplies provided! Registration required - spaces are limited. 

    Stephanie Browness is a painter and art instructor who has been teaching in Ottawa for 20 years. She has worked with all age groups and firmly believes that anyone can make art. Stephanie holds a BFA in fine arts from the University of Ottawa and Master's in art history from Carleton University. 

    With special thanks for the Friends of the Ottawa Public Library Association (FOPLA) for generously funding this Centennial branch program.

  • Saturday Dec 02, 2023 at 2:00pm
    90 minutes

    Get into the festive spirit whether you are celebrating Hanukkah, Christmas, Kwanzaa, or simply some well-earned time off.  Adults & families are invited to make their own greeting cards for the holidays.  Supplies are provided.  Bring yourself & your creativity!  

    Saturday December 2, 2:00-3:30pm

    Registration required