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    Saturday Jun 21, 2025 at 2:30pm

    Sorry this event and its waiting list are full

    Combine the concepts of mosaic art and paint-by-numbers.  Diamond painting uses tiny round rhinestones on adhesive to create a glittering multi-dimensional picture. All supplies provided.

  • Saturday Jun 21, 2025 at 2:30pm (series runs until Jul 19, 2025)

    Sorry this event is full

    Learn the basics of using a sewing machine and craft your very first project: a drawstring bag. This two-hour session will take you through the steps of setting up, threading, and using a sewing machine. 

    The same lesson takes place once a month. Please register for one session only. Registration limited to 5 spaces.

  • Monday Jun 23, 2025 at 2:00pm

    Registration opens on Monday, May 5, 2025 - 10:00am

    Need help borrowing eBooks or audiobooks? Join us for OPL eBooks and Audiobooks, a hands-on information session where library staff will guide you through the process of accessing digital material. 

    Whether you are new to using library apps like Libby, Cloudlibrary, or Cantook, or just need troubleshooting assistance, we're here to help! Bring your device (smartphone, tablet, eReader or laptop) and your library card and we will show you how to download, borrow and enjoy digital books with ease.  

    Registration is not required but recommended. 

  • Monday Jun 23, 2025 at 6:00pm (series runs until Aug 18, 2025)

    Le 23 juin à 18h: La petite et le vieux

    Joe, née Hélène, rêve de vivre en garçon comme Lady Oscar, son héroïne préférée. Elle partage sa vie avec trois sœurs, un père malheureux et une mère stricte. Elle habite un quartier populaire de Québec, où elle se lie d’amitié avec Monsieur Roger, un voisin bourru au grand cœur. Entre rêves d’exploits et défis du quotidien, Joe apprend que la vraie aventure, c’est peut-être simplement de grandir.

    Le 21 juillet à 18h: Maïna

    Après un affrontement entre son clan et les Inuits, Maïna, fille du chef innu Mishtenapuu, part sauver Nipki, un garçon capturé. Ce voyage au cœur du Grand Nord devient une aventure marquée par l’amour, la découverte et les peuples fondateurs de l’Amérique.

    Le 18 août à 18h: C.R.A.Z.Y.

    C.R.A.Z.Y. raconte avec humour l’histoire de Zac, né le 25 décembre 1960, quatrième d’une fratrie de cinq garçons. Différent, il tente de se fondre dans sa famille tout en cherchant sa propre identité. De 1960 à 1980, il nous livre un voyage intime et fantaisiste vers l’acceptation de soi.

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    Wednesday Jun 25, 2025 at 6:00pm

    Reminisce with us on a nostalgic trip every fourth Wednesday of the month as we play a film from the classic/Golden era of Hollywood  This month's pick is Roman Holiday.

    The film was directed by Charles Walters was released in 1953. The screening will take place in our auditorium, starts at 6:00PM and is free to attend.

    Note: The film is intended for a mature audience. 118 minutes. In English with subtitles.

  • Armchair travel – Norway
    Thursday Jun 26, 2025 at 6:00pm

    Experience Norway through photos and narration of two separate cruises. See scenery from north of the Arctic circle and enjoy misty fjords, mountain top vistas and wild reindeer! Presented by Lynda Buske from the Ottawa PC Users’ Group and the Orleans Photo Club.

  • Friday Jun 27, 2025 at 4:00pm

    Drop-in at the Carlingwood Branch for Wii U Game On!

    Not sure how to play? No worries! Our teen volunteers running this program will be happy to help. 

  • Friday Jun 27, 2025 at 6:00pm

    Registration opens on Monday, June 9, 2025 - 10:00am

    Hang out at the library after hours!

    There will be snacks, games, karaoke, craft projects, and more.

    This event is organized by the Nepean Centrepointe Teen Advisory Group.

    Ages 13-18.

    Registration required.

  • Monday Jun 30, 2025 at 6:30pm

    Registration opens on Monday, June 2, 2025 - 10:00am

    Do you love to cook? Connect with other food enthusiasts and level up your cooking skills over great discussions. We will look at new and popular cookbooks together and share recipes that we have tried.

  • Monday Jun 30, 2025 at 6:30pm

     

    Join us for a discussion of cookbooks and recipes. Try a recipe from each month’s cookbook selection and tell us what you think!

    One Pot of the Day

    by McMillan, Kate

    No registration required. All are welcome!