Le samedi 7 octobre à 13 h
120 minutes
In a three-part lecture series, Phil Jenkins, renowned historian, author, columnist, lecturer,musician & songwriter will explore the musical & visual arts and architectural movement throughout our city's past.
TO ATTEND ALL THREE LECTURES, PLEASE REGISTER FOR ALL THREE DATES.
Les mardis, 10 octobre, 2023 - 11 juin, 2024
15 h 00
120 minutes
9 sessions restantes
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!
Les mercredis, 11 octobre, 2023 - 12 juin, 2024
10 h 00
60 minutes
9 sessions restantes
We meet to enjoy lively good-natured discussions of a wide variety of books selected by our members. All assessments, interpretations, and opinions are valued and respected. Everyone is welcome!
Le mercredi 11 octobre à 11 h
60 minutes
Discover what you can do with your library card!
Join this 1-hour hands-on session to learn to search the library catalogue, manage your library account online, and access the many services and resources available.
Register to ensure your spot.
The program will be held in the computer lab on the lower level of the Nepean Centrepointe library.
Les mercredis, 11 octobre, 2023 - 8 novembre, 2023
14 h 00
60 minutes
2 sessions restantes
Learn how to protect yourself and your loved ones in case of emergency.
Les mercredis, 11 octobre, 2023 - 12 juin, 2024
15 h 00
75 minutes
9 sessions restantes
Share the enjoyment of good books in a relaxed atmosphere in person, in the afternoon. This group meets every second Wednesday of the month (September to June) See link below for this year's selections:
September 13: The Wife Between Us by Greer Hendricks
October 11: Nervous Conditions by Tsitsi Dangarembga
November 8: Where the Crawdads Sing by Delia Owens
December 13: Five Little Indians by Michelle Good
January 10: Lucy by the Sea by Elizabeth Strout
February 14: Women Talking by Miriam Toews
March 13: Lady Byron & Her Daughters by Julia Markus
April 10: Bluebird by Genevieve Graham
May 8: This Other Eden by Paul Harding
June 12 (meeting outside library): Love Lives Here: A Story of Thriving in A Transgender Family by Amanda Jetté Knox
Le mercredi 11 octobre à 17 h 30
180 minutes
Join us for the ultimate armchair travel around Europe. The European Book Club is offered in partnership with European Union National Institutes for Culture (EUNIC) in Ottawa to promote contemporary European authors and their works. A book title from an EU country is selected for discussion each month.
In October, we are discussing Boat Number Five by Monika Kompanikova.
Le jeudi 12 octobre à 13 h 30
90 minutes
Meet to enjoy and discuss a wide variety of books selected by book club members. All are welcome.
October 12 book: The Nightingale by Kristin Hannah.
Le jeudi 12 octobre à 17 h 30
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 Ruth E. Dickinson branch program.
Les vendredis, 13 octobre, 2023 - 14 juin, 2024
13 h 30
90 minutes
9 sessions restantes
Meet new people and join in discussions on selected titles in a friendly and relaxed atmosphere every second Friday of the month. Newcomers are welcome.