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  • Synapcity Pulses Conversations that Matter

    Mondays, Oct 07, 2024 - Nov 25, 2024
    6:00pm
    120 minutes

    6 sessions remaining

    Introducing Pulses, a new offering from Synapcity, the hosts of Ottawa's Civics Boot Camp. 

    Be a part of weekly conversations that matter. With local chapters launching in locations across Ottawa, these weekly discussions will not only inform but allow you to have your say on key issues such as climate, housing, transit, arts, inclusion and more. 

    Perfect for anyone looking to engage with their community in a fresh way, these spaces are made for you to build and connect with your neighbours.

    Each of these small group sessions will be guided by a trained facilitator. Whether it's a mini Boot Camp, a guest speaker session, a book club talk or an open dialogue, these sessions provide a space focused on community building and fostering local connections.

    Coming this fall, don’t miss Pulses - the newest city-making program from Synapcity. 

    REGISTER HERE: https://bit.ly/SynapcityPulses 

    No program October 14 (due to branch closure for Thanksgiving Day).

    Program locations TBD for September 30 & November 11 (due to branch closure for statutory holidays).

  • Pulses: Weekly Conversations that Matter

    Thursdays, Oct 10, 2024 - Nov 28, 2024
    6:00pm
    120 minutes

    7 sessions remaining

    Introducing Pulses, a new offering from Synapcity, the hosts of Ottawa's Civics Boot Camp. 

    Be a part of weekly conversations that matter. With local chapters launching in locations across Ottawa, these weekly discussions will not only inform but allow you to have your say on key issues such as climate, housing, transit, arts, inclusion and more. 

    Perfect for anyone looking to engage with their community in a fresh way, these spaces are made for you to build and connect with your neighbours.

    Each of these small group sessions will be guided by a trained facilitator. Whether it's a mini Boot Camp, a guest speaker session, a book club talk or an open dialogue, these sessions provide a space focused on community building and fostering local connections.

    Coming this fall, don’t miss Pulses - the newest city-making program from Synapcity. 

    REGISTER HERE: https://bit.ly/SynapcityPulses 

    No program October 17 (due to branch closure for Thanksgiving Day).

  • Synapcity Pulses Conversations that Matter

    Saturdays, Oct 19, 2024 - Nov 30, 2024
    10:30am
    120 minutes

    7 sessions remaining

    Introducing Pulses, a new offering from Synapcity, the hosts of Ottawa's Civics Boot Camp. 

    Be a part of weekly conversations that matter. With local chapters launching in locations across Ottawa, these weekly discussions will not only inform but allow you to have your say on key issues such as climate, housing, transit, arts, inclusion and more. 

    Perfect for anyone looking to engage with their community in a fresh way, these spaces are made for you to build and connect with your neighbours.

    Each of these small group sessions will be guided by a trained facilitator. Whether it's a mini Boot Camp, a guest speaker session, a book club talk or an open dialogue, these sessions provide a space focused on community building and fostering local connections.

    Coming this fall, don’t miss Pulses - the newest city-making program from Synapcity. 

    REGISTER HERE: https://bit.ly/SynapcityPulses

    No program October 12th (due to Thanksgiving holiday).

  • Friday Oct 25, 2024 at 9:30am
    180 minutes

    Join us at this free event to discover health and wellness resources available in your community. 

    Head to the Atrium for our information fair which will feature local organizations such as Ottawa Public Health, CNIB, Ottawa Counsil on Aging,The Old Forge and more!

    Guest Speakers (The Chamber):

    10:00 AM- 10:45AM: Ottawa Paramedic Service

    11:00 AM - 11:45 AM: The Dementia Society

  • Monday Oct 28, 2024 at 10:00am
    60 minutes

    Join us for a lecture on Mary Shelley's classic novel, Frankenstein, presented by Carleton Professor, Julie Murray.

    Registration required. 

  • Thursdays, Oct 31, 2024 - Nov 28, 2024
    10:30am
    60 minutes

    2 sessions remaining

    Blackburn Hamlet - Social Hour

    Happening on the last Thursday of the month at 10:30 am. Join your neighbors and have a chat over a cup of coffee, we have puzzles, board games and crossword puzzles. Bring your own mug!

    • September 26, 2024
    • October 31, 2024
    • November 28. 2024

    Heure Sociale - Blackburn Hamlet 

    Se tient le dernier jeudi du mois à 10 h 30. Venez rencontrer et discuter avec vos voisins, nous avons du café  des casse-têtes, des jeux de société ainsi que des mots croisés. Apportez votre propre tasse!

    • 26 septembre 2024
    • 31 octobre 2024
    • 28 novembre 2024
  • A book, with coffee and glasses beside it

    Saturday Nov 23, 2024 at 2:00pm
    60 minutes

    Join us for a lecture on one of Jane Austen’s lesser-known novels, Persuasion, presented by Carleton Professor, Andrew Wallace.

    Registration required.