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Book Banter
Alta Vista
Thursday Feb 5, 2026 at 2:00pm (series runs until Jun 04, 2026)
Share the enjoyment of good books in a relaxed atmosphere. Join us for discussions on the first Thursday of every month from 2 to 3...
Sleuth Hounds
Carp
Thursday Feb 5, 2026 at 2:30pm (series runs until Jun 04, 2026)
Share the enjoyment of good books in a relaxed atmosphere. All are welcome! Drop-in program. This group meets the first Thursday of the month 2:30...
chess board
Orléans
Thursday Feb 5, 2026 at 3:30pm (series runs until May 28, 2026)
Drop in to play chess with other youth in a relaxed, informal environment! Practice the basics or test your wits with a weekly chess challenge...
Newcomers, Canada Flag
Elmvale Acres
Thursday Feb 5, 2026 at 4:00pm (series runs until Jun 25, 2026)
New to Canada? Looking for support with school, work, or your social life? Newcomer Conversation and Support. OMRA Shelter Corporation volunteers engage with basic English...
chess board with chess pieces set out
Cumberland
Thursday Feb 5, 2026 at 4:00pm (series runs until Mar 12, 2026)
Drop in to play chess with other youth in a relaxed, informal environment. Practice the basics or challenge yourself with our 4-player chess set! For...
STEM kids preschool
Greenboro
Thursday Feb 5, 2026 at 4:00pm
Stories and activities that support Science, Technology, Engineering and Math. For a child aged 3-6 and a parent or caregiver.
Nepean Centrepointe
Thursday Feb 5, 2026 at 4:15pm (series runs until Mar 12, 2026)
Do you have a child in grades 1 to 4? ​Would you like them to boost their confidence and motivation to read? Join our weekly...
Nepean Centrepointe
Thursday Feb 5, 2026 at 5:15pm (series runs until Mar 12, 2026)
Do you have a child in grades 1 to 4? ​Would you like them to boost their confidence and motivation to read? Join our weekly...
people reading and talking
Emerald Plaza
Thursday Feb 5, 2026 at 5:30pm (series runs until Apr 30, 2026)
Practice your English conversation skills in a low-pressure, friendly environment. This program is facilitated by The Nepean, Rideau & Osgoode Community Resource Centre (NROCRC).​ All...
Picture of 3 ukulele
Nepean Centrepointe
Thursday Feb 5, 2026 at 5:45pm
Ever wanted to try the ukulele? Musician Ross Morgan will be leading a fun beginners lesson that just might inspire you to pick up a...
Multiple speech bubbles in a gray background
Main
Thursday Feb 5, 2026 at 6:00pm (series runs until Apr 30, 2026)
Join our free English conversation group to practice speaking in English in a relaxed and friendly environment. All levels are welcome to this drop-in program...
Homework Club / club de devoirs
Cumberland
Thursday Feb 5, 2026 at 6:00pm (series runs until Mar 05, 2026)
Come and get help with reading, math, science, French, English, etc. Led by United for Literacy volunteers. For students in grades 1 through 10. Please...
Alta Vista
Thursday Feb 5, 2026 at 6:00pm
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...
Vernon
Thursday Feb 5, 2026 at 6:30pm (series runs until Nov 05, 2026)
Everyone is welcome to join Vernon’s book club! Visit with your friends and neighbours to discuss great books. First Thursday of the month 6:30pm-7:30pm January...
Rideau
Thursday Feb 5, 2026 at 6:30pm (series runs until May 28, 2026)
Profitez de notre groupe de conversation afin d'améliorer vos habiletés en français à l'oral. ​ Join our free French Conversation Group to practice speaking French...
Person writing in a notebook on a desk
Beaverbrook
Thursday Feb 5, 2026 at 6:30pm (series runs until Jun 18, 2026)
If you love to write, come and surround yourself with like-minded creative people who love the power of words! This is not a course or...
St-Laurent
Thursday Feb 5, 2026 at 6:30pm (series runs until May 28, 2026)
Join our free English conversation group to practise speaking in English in a relaxed and friendly environment. All levels are welcome to this drop-in program...
knitting
Cumberland
Thursday Feb 5, 2026 at 6:30pm (series runs until Jun 25, 2026)
Bring your knitting or crochet project and share advice, ideas, new techniques and conversations with fellow enthusiasts. For adults of all abilities. Drop-in program. Apportez...
Nepean Centrepointe
Thursday Feb 5, 2026 at 6:30pm (series runs until Jun 04, 2026)
Whether you're new to baking or well seasoned, this book club is the perfect place to meet fellow bakers, try new recipes and share both...
Stittsville
Thursday Feb 5, 2026 at 6:30pm (series runs until Jun 25, 2026)
The Stittsville branch hosts weekly meetings of the Stittsville Creative Writing Group. Do you love to write? Is writing the air you breathe, or is...