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==== LATEST ADDITIONS ======
The Vision Mate program.
CNIB volunteers provide one-on-one sighted assistance to individuals who are blind or partially sighted. Whether it's reading someone's mail aloud to them, organizing things around the home, assisting with errands or friendly visiting, our volunteers make a lasting difference in their lives. Our volunteer team is made up of people of all ages and from all walks of life.
As part of CNIB's volunteer team, you'll have an opportunity to have a direct impact in your community, make friends and develop contacts, learn new skills, and build your resum�. Contact Perpetua Quiqley, Coordinator of Volunteer Services, CNIB at 613-563-4021 ext. 5002 or perpetua.quiqley AT cnib DOT ca . To learn more, visit http://cnib.ca/volunteer .
Painters’ Circle.
"Come and join a group of friendly peers to paint together, share ideas, and encourage each other. The not for profit Painters’ Circle meets on Tuesday mornings in Westboro. All media welcome including oils. All levels are welcome but this is not a class so experience is necessary. Full details from Clea Derwent, 613-695-0505 or clderwent AT gmail DOT com.
There is a suggested fee of $10 per session or pay-what-you-can to cover the cost of renting a room in the Unitarian church in Westboro. The circle is ongoing through the year with holiday breaks.
Social Seniors.
Join in an afternoon of cards, bridge, euchre, board games and socializing every Wednesday from 1:00 p.m.-3:30 p.m. at Our Lady of Fatima Parish Hall, 153 Woodroffe Ave. All seniors are welcome to attend this weekly non-denominational gathering social gathering. For more information contact Ellena 613-728-4018 or Celine 613-234-0853.
Friday Open Mic Nights.
Show off your musical chops and bask in the applause at the Westboro Legion! We have the sound equipment so just bring your talent and instrument(s). For information, call the branch any afternoon: 613-725-2778.
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===== PUBLIC SPEAKING ======
Odawa Neeskak Toastmasters.
Practice effective communication and leadership with Odawa Neeskak Toastmasters. 5:15PM on the 2nd & 4th Thursdays, at Odawa Native Friendship Centre. Twitter:@OdawaNeeskakTM http://odawaneeskak.toastmastersclubs.org
Speak Up Or Shut Up!!
Join Above and Beyond Toastmasters Club to discover the art of articulating, communicating and "speaking up with style". Succeed with flying colours. Meets 1st & 3rd each Monday at 6:15 pm: 7:00-8:30pm Kaminski Room, 737 Parkdale Avenue, Parkdale Clinic. Further information: info@aboveandbeyondtoastmasters.ca or aboveandbeyondtoastmasters.ca .
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===== KIDS AND FAMILIES ======
THURSDAYS: BABYTIME AT ROSEMOUNT LIBRARY.
On Thursday mornings from 10:15 am - 10:45 am, Drop-in and join the staff at Rosemount Library, 18 Rosemount Ave, for stories, rhymes and songs for babies (0-18 months) and a parent or caregiver. Repeats at 2 pm. No Registration is required. Contact the branch for details. http://biblioottawalibrary.ca/en/node/22948 RUNS: March 26-May 28.
WEDNESDAYS: MORNING STORYTIME AT ROSEMOUNT LIBRARY.
On Wednesday mornings from 10:15 am - 11 am, Drop-in and join the staff at Rosemount Library, 18 Rosemount Ave, for Stories, rhymes and songs for children of all ages and a parent or caregiver. http://biblioottawalibrary.ca/en/node/22951 RUNS: March 25-May 27.
THURSDAYS: BABYTIME AT CARLINGWOOD LIBRARY.
On Thursday mornings 10:30 am, (afternoons from 2:00 pm? - 2:30 pm?), drop-in and join the staff at Carlingwood Library, 281 Woodroffe Ave, for stories, rhymes and songs for babies (0-18 months) and a parent or caregiver. No Registration is required. Contact the branch for details. See http://biblioottawalibrary.ca/en/node/22141 STARTS: JANUARY 31.
THURSDAYS: EVENING STORYTIME AT CARLINGWOOD LIBRARY.
On Thursday evenings from 6:30 pm - 7:00 pm join the staff at Carlingwood Library, 281 Woodroffe Ave, for stories, rhymes and songs in the evening for children of all ages and a parent or caregiver. Picture Book Area, see http://biblioottawalibrary.ca/en/node/22139 STARTS: JANUARY 31 RUNS: to APRIL 30.
SATURDAYS: FAMILY STORYTIME AT CARLINGWOOD LIBRARY.
On Saturday mornings, from 10:30 am - 11:10 am, join the staff at Carlingwood Library, 281 Woodroffe Ave, for stories, rhymes and songs for children of all ages and a parent or caregiver. STARTS: FEBRUARY 2
The Hintonburg Community Center Youth Drop-In
every Friday from 6:30 to 8:30pm for 10 to 14 yr olds. This is a free program with a variety of activities.
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Call for TBall Volunteers.
Hintonburg Recreation Association is seeking a volunteer to lead a weekly children’s T-Ball program at Laroche Park in Mechanicsville. Contact Lorrie at 613-761-6672 or email: lorriemarlow AT yahoo DOT ca .
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===== OTHER ======
RightBike Needs your old Bikes.
Right Bike is looking for your old bikes to help grow their fleet. If you
are interested in donating look them up here: http://rightbike.org.
Donate unwanted electronics to a good cause.
CompuCorps accepts donations of reusable electronic devices (desktops,
laptops, tablets & cellphones). This Hintonburg registered-charity
refurbishes and distributes computer systems & equipment to charities,
non-profit organizations and underprivileged people in Ottawa. Tax receipts
issued for fair market value of donated equipment. Drop-off donations at
1040 Somerset St W or download their pre-paid shipping form.
More info: http://compucorps.org/ or 613-234-8988 x115.
Home Safety Audits.
Home safety audits are available from the Wellington Community Police
Centre (CPC). Contact Cst. Dawn Neilly at neillyd AT ottawapolice DOT ca or 613-236-1222 x
5870 to book an appointment. Protect your home from a break-in.
For info and topics on crime and what you can do about it, visit Crime Prevention Ottawa’s neighbour toolkit.
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Who to Call.
When a crime is in progress, then call 911. Or call 613-230-6211 to have an officer attend a scene. Call 236-1222 x 7300 to make a report to the Ottawa Police. And keep your local Community Police Officer informed, especially for crimes likely not reported to the other numbers listed here. And it is a good idea to inform your neighbourhood-watch/community association so your neighbours know what to look out for.
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