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    Rockcliffe Park Adult Bookclub

    Rockcliffe Park
    Tuesday May 6, 2025 at 1:30pm (series runs until Jun 03, 2025)

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    The Rockcliffe Park Book Club gathers to enjoy and discuss a wide variety of books selected by book club members.  Please join in to share the enjoyment of good books in a relaxed atmosphere in person, in the afternoon. 

    The group will meet the first Tuesday of every month.  The initial meeting will be Tuesday, September 3 from 1:30-2:30 pm.

    September 3, 2024: The House of Doors by Twan Eng Tan

    October 1, 2024: The Marriage Portrait by Maggie O’Farrell

    November 5, 2024: Mrs Dalloway by Virgina Woolf

    December 3, 2024: Becoming Mrs. Lewis by Patti Callahan Henry

    January 7, 2025: The Many Lives of Mama Love by Lara Love Hardin

    February 4, 2025: The Unquiet Dead by Ausma Zehanat Khan

    March 4, 2025: The Years by Annie Ernaux

    April 1, 2025: Becoming a Matriarch by Helen Knott

    May 6, 2025: West with Giraffes by Linda Rutledge

    June 3, 2025: The Other Einstein by Marie Benedict

  • Tuesday Afternoon Babytime

    Rosemount
    Tuesday May 6, 2025 at 2:00pm (series runs until May 13, 2025)

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

  • Richmond Mystery Bookclub

    Richmond
    Tuesday May 6, 2025 at 2:00pm (series runs until Jun 03, 2025)

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    If you are a mystery lover then join us each month for discussions on mystery novels! From cold-blooded murders to humorous whodunnits, come meet fellow mystery enthusiasts as we chat about the pre-selected book. Just pick up a copy at the branch.​

    Selections:   

     May 6: "In a house of lies" by Ian Rankin

    June 3:  "A Cryptic Clue by Victoria Gilbert
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    Crafternoon

    Centennial
    Tuesday May 6, 2025 at 2:00pm (series runs until Jun 24, 2025)

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    Do you like to knit, crochet, or do handwork of some sort? Join like-minded individuals for an enjoyable afternoon of crafting. Bring any project that you are working on. 

    Drop In. 

  • Genealogy Drop-In

    Nepean Centrepointe
    Tuesday May 6, 2025 at 2:00pm (series runs until Dec 30, 2025)

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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! 
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    Babytime / Bébés à la biblio - Sunnyside

    Sunnyside
    Tuesday May 6, 2025 at 2:30pm (series runs until Jun 03, 2025)

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

    2024 : last program is on Dec 10.

    2025 : Winter-Spring dates :

    • Jan 14, 21, 28
    • Feb 4, 11, 18, 25
    • March 11 (March Break week), 25
    • Apr 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
    • May 6, 13, 20, 27
    • June 3
    • This program will resume in July 

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    Contes, comptines et chansons pour les bébés et un parent ou gardien. 0 à 18 mois.

    2024 : notre dernier programme sera le 10 décembre.

    2025 : dates hiver/printemps : 

    • Janvier : 14, 21, 28
    • Fév : 4, 11, 18, 25
    • Mars : 11 (semaine du Congé de mars), 25
    • Avril : 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
    • Mai : 6, 13, 20, 27
    • Juin 3
    • Reprendra en juillet.
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    Video Game Drop-In for Teens

    Beaverbrook
    Tuesday May 6, 2025 at 3:00pm (series runs until Jun 10, 2025)

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    Drop-in to play video games on our PS4 and WiiU. For ages 13-18. Drop-in. 
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    Virtual Reality Gaming

    Cumberland
    Tuesday May 6, 2025 at 3:30pm (series runs until Jun 03, 2025)

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    Drop in to try some of the many games on our Oculus Rift system! 

    Test your reflexes with Beat Saber or Fruit Ninja, explore oceans or mountains, ride roller coasters, defend your castle or spaceship from attack, see the world with Google Earth, and more! 

    Single-player games, all game text/dialogue in English 

    How it works: come during the session to sign up for a 10-minute time slot (first come first served, no sign-ups ahead of time) 

    Ages: 11 to Adult (headset may be too large to fit smaller/younger players) 

    Safety tip: to prevent falls, wear flat, closed shoes (no flip-flops or high heels)

  • Chess Club D'échecs

    Blackburn Hamlet
    Tuesday May 6, 2025 at 3:30pm (series runs until Jun 24, 2025)

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    Are you interested in practicing your chess skills?

    Join us for open games of chess every Tuesday from 3:30 to 5 pm. 

    Whether you are a beginner or a more advanced player, this is a relaxed environment where everyone is welcome. Bring your own board or borrow one of ours.

    Ages 7+

    Êtes-vous intéressés par le jeu d’échecs?

    Venez nous joindre tous les mardis de 15h30 à 17h.

    Venez pratiquer vos habiletés dans cet environnement relaxe. Tous les niveaux de participants sont bienvenus.

    7ans et +

  • Read-a-loud Circle (ages 8-12)

    Alta Vista
    Tuesday May 6, 2025 at 4:00pm (series runs until May 13, 2025)

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    Alta Vista is happy to welcome all children ages 8-12 for our Tuesday night reading circle from 4-5 pm. During our hour long read-a-loud circle we will take turns reading, sharing thoughts and opinions, and defining new vocabulary.

    Join us and help us all improve together!