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Cover to Cover: Daybreak Discussion

Cumberland

Tuesdays, Sep 10, 2024 - Dec 10, 2024
11:00am
60 minutes
4 sessions remaining

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Cover to Cover has multiplied!

Join us once a month for lively discussions on books in a variety of genres and voices.

Starting September 2024, there will be two groups reading the same books, but at different times of the year. Choose a morning session - Daybreak Discussions - or evening session - Nightfall Forum - that works with your schedule.

When you register for a session, there is no need to request a physical copy, as one will be ready for you! If you would prefer a different format such as an e-book or audiobook, please click on the title link below to place a hold through your own account.

By registering for this program, you are registering for a Tuesday morning session. To register for a Thursday evening session, please visit Cover to Cover: Nightfall Forum.

FALL SESSIONS - REGISTRATION NOW OPEN!

September 10: The Innocents, by Michael Crummey
October 15: The Librarianist, by Patrick DeWitt
November 12: Klara and the Sun, by Keigo Ishiguro
December 10: Theory of Crows, by David Robertson

WINTER SESSIONS ❄ Registration opens December 2024 ❄

January: Starter Villain, by John Scalzi
February: Lessons in Chemistry, by Bonnie Garmus
March:This Is How You Lose The Time War, by Amal Al-Mohtar

SPRING SESSIONS ❀ Registration opens March 2024 ❀

April:This Time Tomorrow, by Emma Straub
May: Yellowface, by R.F. Kuang
June: Bring Your Favourite Book Party!
Parenting in Ottawa Drop-in

Ruth E. Dickinson

Tuesdays, Sep 10, 2024 - Dec 17, 2024
1:00pm
120 minutes
15 sessions remaining

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Speak, in person, with a Public Health Nurse to get support around infant feeding and parenting. No appointment is necessary, simply drop in during these hours. Learn ways to help your child eat healthy and be active Make sure your child is on track with their growth and development. In partnership with Ottawa Public Health.
Carp social KNITwork

Carp

Tuesdays, Sep 10, 2024 - Apr 29, 2025
1:00pm
90 minutes
17 sessions remaining

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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.
Tuesday Afternoon Babytime

Rosemount

Tuesdays, Sep 10, 2024 - Dec 17, 2024
2:00pm
30 minutes
14 sessions remaining

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Stories, rhymes and songs for babies and a parent or caregiver. 0-18 months. Drop-in.
Genealogy Drop-In

Nepean Centrepointe

Tuesdays, Sep 10, 2024 - Dec 31, 2024
2:00pm
60 minutes
9 sessions remaining

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Want to learn more about your family history or getting stuck working on your family tree?

Drop-in to work on your family tree, share research strategies, and discover what resources are available for your research. Sessions are held every other Tuesday at 2:00pm in the Genealogy area.

Specialists from the Ontario Genealogical Society Ottawa Branch and the Ottawa Public Library will answer questions and help you get the most from library resources.

Bring your laptop, tablet, or borrow a Chromebook from the library.

All welcome!
Crafternoon

Centennial

Tuesdays, Sep 10, 2024 - Dec 17, 2024
2:00pm
120 minutes
15 sessions remaining

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Do you like to knit, crochet, or do handwork of some sort? Please join like-minded individuals for an enjoyable afternoon of crafting. Bring any project that you are working on. Drop In
Afternoon Babytime - Fall Session 1

Hazeldean

Tuesdays, Sep 10, 2024 - Oct 22, 2024
2:15pm
30 minutes
7 sessions remaining

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Stories, rhymes and songs for babies and parent or caregiver. 0-18 months. 30 min.
Granny Squares for Warmth 2024-2025

Ruth E. Dickinson

Tuesdays, Sep 10, 2024 - Jun 10, 2025
3:00pm
120 minutes
10 sessions remaining

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The Granny Squares for Warmth (GSFW) group was created in November 2020 as a Barrhaven-based group with a mission to create and donate hand-made blankets in the Ottawa area.

In addition to blankets, members have also made and donated shawls, hats, and baby wear.

Join us to crochet and join granny squares, to share and learn crochet stitches and techniques and to build a sense of community by making blankets for those in need.
Everyone is welcome!
Video Game Drop-In for Teens

Beaverbrook

Tuesdays, Sep 10, 2024 - Dec 17, 2024
3:00pm
60 minutes
13 sessions remaining

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Drop-in to play video games on our PS4 and WiiU. For ages 13-18. Drop-in.
Board Games & Brain Teasers

Centennial

Tuesdays, Sep 10, 2024 - Dec 17, 2024
5:30pm
150 minutes
8 sessions remaining

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Bring your friends & family for exciting card games, board games, & brain teasers! We have many games including Settlers of Catan, Ticket to Ride, King of Tokyo, Dutch Blitz, Bananagrams, Monopoly, Scrabble, Chess, & more! You may also bring some of your own. Brain teasers include puzzles, riddles, & Rubik's cubes.

Tuesdays once every 2 weeks

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