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Rideau English Conversation Group

Rideau

Wednesdays, May 01, 2024 - Jun 05, 2024
6:30pm
60 minutes
6 sessions remaining

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Do you already have some basic English language skills, and are you looking for a casual, friendly environment where you can practice your English speaking skills? All levels are welcome.

Join our free English conversation group!

Receive guidance from our leaders, meet new people and gain confidence in your ability to speak English.

Every Wednesdays from 6:30-7:30 pm (no conversation group on April 17)

Vous avez déjà une base en anglais et vous cherchez un endroit avec une ambiance décontractée et amicale pour pratiquer vos habiletés de converser en anglais? Tous les niveaux sont les bienvenus.

Joignez-vous à notre groupe de conversation en anglais! C'est gratuit!

Recevez des conseils, rencontrez de nouvelles personnes et gagnez de la confiance à converser en anglais.

Tous les mercredis soirs de 18h30-19h30 (sauf le 17 avril)
Passport to Mystery: English Mystery Club

Cumberland

Tuesdays, May 21, 2024 - Jun 18, 2024
1:30pm
60 minutes
2 sessions remaining

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All aboard for the final leg of our tour around the world, with Sweden, Nigeria, and Spain! Join us the third Tuesday of each month where we will discuss a title set in a different country and/or written by a foreign author.

When you register, we will reserve a copy of the book for you - no need to place a hold, unless you would like to enjoy the book in a different format. This is the last chance to get your Reader's Passport stamped before the summer!
Protecting Your PC

Cumberland

Saturday Jun 22, 2024 at 2:00pm
120 minutes

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The average time it takes for an unprotected computer to be compromised after connecting to the Internet is under 15 minutes. Don't let it be yours!

Chris Taylor, President of the Ottawa PC Users' Group, will show you the simple steps you need to take to keep your PC from being hacked.

And best of all, it can be done for free!

**Please note that you are not required to bring your laptop for the session.
Learn how to access OPL eBooks and Audiobooks

Sunnyside

Mondays, Apr 29, 2024 - Jun 24, 2024
1:30pm
120 minutes
3 sessions remaining

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The Ottawa Public Library has thousands of digital titles, discover how to access them using resources like Libby and cloudLibrary. Come join us in this monthly drop-in session where we help you learn how to use Ottawa Public Library resources to access eBooks and audiobooks.
Windows Performance Tune-up

Carlingwood

Monday Apr 29, 2024 at 6:00pm
120 minutes

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If your Windows computer is getting sluggish, you don't have to re-install Windows just to gain back lost performance. Chris Taylor, President of the Ottawa PC Users' Group will demonstrate and explain how to safely use many native and free 3rd party tools that can help speed up Windows.

Registration limited. Please pre-register online.
Craft Night - Stitched String Art bookmark

Stittsville

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

Sorry this event and its waiting list are full

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!
End of Life Options (including MAiD) Workshop by Dying With Dignity Canada

Carp

Tuesday Apr 30, 2024 at 10:30am
90 minutes

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This workshop, presented by Dying With Dignity Canada (Ottawa Chapter), End of Life Options (including MAiD)  is to educate people about the options available to mitigate or end suffering at life's end, including:

palliative care

treatment options

Medical Assistance In Dying (MAiD)

The workshop includes the current legislation on MAiD, the process for applying in Ontario and explanation of the experience by a loved one.

For adults. English event. Registration is required.
Greenbelt ESL Conversation

North Gloucester

Tuesdays, Apr 30, 2024 - Jun 11, 2024
1:00pm
90 minutes
14 sessions remaining

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Learn and practice new English language skills and meet new people in a relaxed and friendly environment. Offered in partnership with Greenbelt Church. All are welcome to this drop-in program!

Apprenez et pratiquez votre anglais parlé et rencontrez des gens dans un milieu décontracté. Offert en partenariat avec l'Église Greenbelt. Tout le monde est bienvenue à ce programme sans inscription!
Pinecrest-Queensway Employment Services Support

Stittsville

Tuesdays, Apr 30, 2024 - Aug 20, 2024
1:00pm
120 minutes
9 sessions remaining

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Are you looking for work? Unemployed or underemployed? Drop in to meet one-on-one with an Employment Counsellor from the Pinecrest-Queensway Employment Services team.

This program runs every second Tuesday from 1:00-3:00 at the Stittsville Branch. Please click on "View Full Schedule" to see the list of upcoming Tuesdays. Any changes to the schedule will be reflected on this program listing.