Have you ever wished you could play a musical instrument? Wendy Moore and Arthur McGregor of the Celtic Rathskallions will teach the basics of ukulele playing and some easy songs to sing and strum. Ukuleles will be provided for the workshop. Registration required. Main branch, Room B125
Ottawa Architects 150 documents the history of the practice of architecture in Ottawa from 1867 to 2017, marking Canada’s Sesquicentennial and recognizing the contribution of local architects to the development of Canada’s capital. The lecture is free and there is no need to pre-register. SPEAKER(S): Rick MacEwen is an architect and principal at Watson MacEwen Teramura […]
Capital Pop-Up Cinema is pleased to present along side The Ottawa Public Library four screenings of select films from the Criterion Collection. All film screenings will be free and be held at auditorium at the Ottawa Public Library Main Branch. October 12 - Rashomon (1950) October 19 - Bicycle Thieves (1948) November 23 - 400 […]
Ottawa’s history enthusiasts share their passion for our past! At this fast-paced event local history experts will have 5 minutes each to tell you why they’re passionate about Ottawa’s history. Come and be enlightened (quickly). Registration Required. www.biblioottawalibrary.ca/program
In the context of the 150th anniversary of Confederation and the recent launch of the Plan for Canada’s Capital 2017-2067, Heather Thomson will discuss what has been and is being conserved as heritage, and the conservation role the National Capital Commission will play in years to come. SPEAKER(S): Heather Thomson, Manager, Heritage Program for the NCC, provides advice […]