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  • Board Game Cover
    Monday May 26, 2025 at 7:30pm

    For ages 11-15.  Join us for a cross-country train adventure.  Players collect cards of various types of train cars that enable them to claim railway routes connecting cities throughout North America. The longer the routes, the more points they earn.  Additional points come to those who can fulfill their Destination Tickets by connecting two distant cities, and to the player who builds the longest continuous railway.  So climb aboard for some railroading fun and adventure.  You've got a ticket to ride!  Snacks will be served.  Registration required.

  • Wednesday May 28, 2025 at 6:00pm (series runs until Jul 23, 2025)

    Bring your crochet project and share advice, ideas and conversations with fellow enthusiasts.  For adults, teens and children of all abilities.  Drop-in.

    Apportez votre projet de crochet afin d'échanger des conseils, des idées et converser avec d'autres passionnés.  Pour les adultes et  jeunes de tous les niveaux.  Aucune inscription requise.

  • image of planner journal with stickers and art supplies
    Wednesday May 28, 2025 at 6:15pm

    Putting your brain to paper, whatever the medium, is a great way to increase productivity, self-awareness, or simply de-stress. Bring your own journal, notebook or planner of choice and join us once a month in a welcoming & creative environment. Some basic creative planner supplies provided; no experience required. 

    Organiser ses pensées sur papier, quel que soit le support, est un excellent moyen d'augmenter la productivité, la conscience de soi ou tout simplement de se détendre. Apportez votre journal, votre carnet ou l'agenda de votre choix et rejoignez-nous une fois par mois dans un environnement accueillant et créatif. Quelques fournitures de base pour agendas créatifs sont fournies ; aucune expérience n'est requise. 

    Drop-in / portes ouvertes

  • Friday May 30, 2025 at 2:30pm

    Join us for a creative afternoon at the library! We provide the supplies; you provide the creativity!

  • Men sitting playing go game
    Saturday May 31, 2025 at 2:00pm (series runs until Aug 30, 2025)

    The Ottawa Go Club (https://ottawagoclub.wixsite.com/ogcs) organizes a series of workshops for people who want to improve their knowledge of the Go game. We will discuss various aspects of the game, do practical exercises and problems, explore and practice. Designed for beginners and intermediate players.

    Le Club de Go d'Ottawa (https://ottawagoclub.wixsite.com/ogcs) organise des ateliers pour tous ceux qui aimeraient approfondir leurs connaissances du jeu de Go. On y discute plusieurs aspects du jeu, on fait des exercices et des problèmes, on explore et on s’entraîne. Conçu pour les débutants et les intermédiaires.

  • Monday Jun 2, 2025 at 2:00pm

    Dive into the fascinating world of typography with Chris Taylor, President of the Ottawa PC Users’ Group. Chris will demystify the terminology of typography and explore its rich history. Learn what makes a typeface readable or distracting, how to effectively combine multiple typefaces, and the emotions different fonts can evoke.

    Whether your next project is a greeting card, poster, newsletter, business card, logo, or anything else that incorporates text, Chris can help you avoid common typographic pitfalls. Practical tips will be shared to choose the right typeface, create visually appealing and readable text, and more. For the design novice or seasoned pro, this presentation will enhance your appreciation and understanding of typography’s powerful impact.

    Registration required.

  • Tuesday Jun 3, 2025 at 6:00pm

    Take your photography to the next level by getting your camera off "Auto" to achieve the creative effects you want. Learn how to tell your camera to capture what you see - don't let it decide for you. Topics covered will include an understanding of aperture, shutter speed and ISO which can be applied to any camera that has a dial for selecting exposure settings (e.g. "A" or "Av", and "S" or "Tv"). Presented by Chris Taylor, President of the Ottawa PC Users' Group and Vice-president of the Orleans Photo Club.

  • person writing in a notebook at a desk
    Thursday Jun 5, 2025 at 6:30pm (series runs until Aug 07, 2025)

    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 a workshop. This is a commitment on your calendar and a safe space to write, to imagine, and to discuss your ideas, your creative process and your aspirations with a supportive group.

    Come join us. For adults of any age or experience level.

  • Thursday Jun 5, 2025 at 6:30pm (series runs until Jul 03, 2025)

    Whether you're new to baking or well seasoned, this new book club is the perfect place to meet fellow bakers, try new recipes and share both the successes and failures of your bakes.

    We will bake from and discuss a different cookbook every month. Limited copies of the book will be available to check out in advance at the main Nepean Centerpointe library hub - just ask one of the staff for a copy of the baking club cookbook. 

    Sessions will be held on the first Thursday of the month at 6:30pm to 8:00pm. All are welcome!

    Upcoming books:

    • May 1st : 50 Things to Bake Before You Die by Allyson Reedy
    • June 5th : Sweet Tooth by Sarah Fennel
    • July 3rd : The Savory Baker by America's Test Kitchen
  • children playing with Lego / des enfants jouent avec du Lego
    Friday Jun 6, 2025 at 10:00am

    Create and build with Lego®!  Ages 6-12.

    Architectes en herbe, à vos Lego®! Pour les 6 à 12 ans.