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SUMMARY:Co-nnect Yoga
DESCRIPTION:Co-nnect yoga in the park began through a series of events celebrating diversity\, inclusivity and community connection through wellness events and local collaborations and the tradition continues. \nBring your friends\, family\, co-workers and more every Wednesday June 7th – August 30th 6PM – 7PM\, and be guided by some amazing teachers at Robert Simpson Park in our beautiful town of Arnprior\, Ontario for 13 WEEKS of all levels\, all ages\, all people yoga and movement practices. \nBring your mat\, water\, sunscreen\, towel\, and a community mindset because we are here to connect with each other\, with practice and what it means to lift each other up and grow!! \nVisit the link in the bio or www.union108.com/instudio and register for all the classes you want to attend! \n  \nTeacher: Jacqui Du Toit \nSponsor: Union 108\, Town of Arnprior\, WildRoga\, Lululemon Bayshore & Culture Connect
URL:https://liplanarkrenfrew.ca/event/co-nnect-yoga/
LOCATION:Robert Simpson Park (or Nick Smith Centre Arena if it’s raining)
CATEGORIES:Culture Connect
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230606T183000
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SUMMARY:Deep River Public Library - Language Learning Lab
DESCRIPTION:The Language Learning Lab is a simple idea. Participants meet at the Library\, socialize\, and learn some new language skills. \nNo registration is necessary. Come ready to learn!
URL:https://liplanarkrenfrew.ca/event/deep-river-public-library-language-learning-lab/
LOCATION:Deep River Public Library\, 55 Rd Ridge\, Deep River\, Ontario\, K0J 1P0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Culture Connect
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SUMMARY:Lanark Highlands Public Library presents Pride Party: Celebrating Diversity\, Individuality\, and Acceptance
DESCRIPTION:Let’s do it again!  We had so much fun at our pride event last year that we have planned another Pride Party at the Lanark Highlands Public Library!  Celebrate every child for who they are with pride! Join us for a fun-filled event including a story time\, crafts for all ages\, building toys\, and fun snacks! Our story time will explore the themes of diversity\, individuality\, and acceptance. This is a drop-in program – everyone is welcome! \nDate: Tuesday\, June 6\nTime: 5:00pm – 7:00pm\nLocation: Lanark Highlands Public Library
URL:https://liplanarkrenfrew.ca/event/lanark-highlands-public-library-presents-pride-party-celebrating-diversity-individuality-and-acceptance/
LOCATION:Lanark Highlands Public Library\, 75 George Street\, Lanark\, ON\, K0G1K0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Culture Connect
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230605T131354Z
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SUMMARY:How to Hire Immigrants: LMIA and Work Permits
DESCRIPTION:Are you struggling to find staff? Do you want to diversify your workforce\, or are you interested in making international connections? Then check out our free\, practical training series focused on the needs of local employers! \nOur first session will provide a detailed explanation from Recruit Without Borders on work permits and completing a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA). \nThis virtual event is open to all. Contact Melissa Francis to register melissaf@eecentre.com.
URL:https://liplanarkrenfrew.ca/event/how-to-hire-immigrants-lmia-and-work-permits/
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CATEGORIES:Culture Connect
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ORGANIZER;CN="St. Lawrence - Rideau Immigration Partnership":MAILTO:diversity.matters@eecentre.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230605T180000
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SUMMARY:Hand Drumming for the Soul
DESCRIPTION:First Nations Drums have sounded on the land for thousands of years…\nJoin Trevor Pearce\, Drum Keeper and co-facilitator Joanne Haskin\, Executive Director\, Mashkiwizii Manido Foundation\, to experience hand drumming. “I have been honoured to be part of a Big Drum (Powwow Drum) for over a decade. Being a Drum Keeper has changed my life. I would love to share the story of the Drum\, the basics of keeping a Drum\, First Nations Drum Etiquette\, explain a little bit about how a Drum can help heal\, and perhaps share a few songs\,” shares Trevor. \nHand Drums will be provided\, but you are welcome to bring your own if you have one. \nWe ask that you register here so that we know how many people to prepare for.
URL:https://liplanarkrenfrew.ca/event/hand-drumming-for-the-soul/
LOCATION:Mashkiwizii Manido Foundation\, 84 Isabella St. Unit #10\, Pembroke\, ON\, K8A 5S5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Culture Connect
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230604T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230604T170000
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CREATED:20230517T163958Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230517T181952Z
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SUMMARY:Indigenous Culture Day
DESCRIPTION:Get ready for a wonderful Culture Day at the inauguration of the new Indigenous Healing Circle. The inauguration ceremony will be followed by a cultural celebration to honour National Indigenous History Month. All are welcome to participate in traditional Indigenous songs with the Lanark Drum Circle\, watch demo dancing\, and participate in craft workshops\, round dance and the small feast. Plus\, there are giveaways! All are welcome. \nLearn more by visiting the Lanark County Neighbours for Truth & Reconciliation Facebook page.
URL:https://liplanarkrenfrew.ca/event/indigenous-culture-day/
LOCATION:Perth’s Last Duel Park\, 22 Craig Street\, Perth\, ON\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Culture Connect
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230524T175146Z
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SUMMARY:Petawawa PSP Family Day: Discover your Beat with a Patchwork Quilt
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Garrison Petawawa’s Family Day\, a special event celebrating community\, creativity\, and the joy of discovery! This year\, we invite you to be a part of a unique project: contributing to a community patchwork quilt with the inspiring theme of “Discover Your Beat.” \nBring your family\, friends\, and loved ones to the heart of Garrison Petawawa\, where the spirit of togetherness and artistic expression will be in full swing. This interactive event invites attendees of all ages and backgrounds to showcase their creativity by designing their own quilt squares. \nThe theme\, “Discover Your Beat\,” encourages exploration and individuality. Each participant will have the opportunity to create a quilt square that represents their unique rhythm\, interests\, and passions. Whether it’s through vibrant colors\, intricate patterns\, or meaningful symbols\, your contribution will help weave together a tapestry of stories and experiences that reflect the diverse fabric of our community.
URL:https://liplanarkrenfrew.ca/event/petawawa-psp-family-day-discover-your-beat-with-a-patchwork-quilt/
LOCATION:Garrison Petawawa Recreation Complex\, 30 Festubert Blvd S-117\, Petawawa\, ON\, K8H 2X3
CATEGORIES:Culture Connect
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230603T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230603T120000
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UID:8391-1685790000-1685793600@liplanarkrenfrew.ca
SUMMARY:Smiths Falls Public Library - Language Carrousel Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Is there anything better than story time? How about Storytime in a different language? Smiths Falls Public Library invites guests to share a children’s book or story in a different language. \nThere is no need to register.
URL:https://liplanarkrenfrew.ca/event/smiths-falls-public-library-language-carrousel-storytime/
LOCATION:Smiths Falls Public Library\, 81 Beckwith Street North\, Smiths Falls\, ON\, K7A 2B9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Culture Connect
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230602T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230602T130000
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SUMMARY:Medicine Wheel Garden Dedication
DESCRIPTION:As National Indigenous History Month commences for June\, Pembroke Waterfront Campus\, in partnership with Algonquin College Applied Research and The Circle of Turtle Lodge\, located on the traditional unceded\, unsurrendered territory of the Anishinaabe Algonquin People is excited to invite you to join us as we celebrate the opening of our Medicine Wheel Garden and share in a dedication of this sacred space. \nThe ceremony will begin at 11:00 am with a smudge and opening prayer and then move into speeches to acknowledge this wonderful space and the gift we are receiving. This space will have impact for our students\, staff\, faculty\, and the extended Pembroke and Ottawa Valley community for years to come. \nAfter the formal ceremony we hope that you will join us as we celebrate this special day in our Commons. The Campus Drum will be played and there will be Three Sister’s Soup to celebrate as we continue with conversation and connection. \nWe look forward to welcoming you to campus and celebrating this special day with you. \nImportant Note: This event will be outside & we wanted to let you know so that you can plan. \nClick Here to register. \nAccessibility: It is our want to make sure this event is accessible for all. Should you require accessibility support for this event please reach out to Brenda Slomka at slomkab@algonquincollege.com so that we can make sure the right arrangements have been made.
URL:https://liplanarkrenfrew.ca/event/medicine-wheel-garden-dedication/
LOCATION:Algonquin College – Pembroke Campus\, 1 College Way\, Pembroke\, ON\, K8A 0C8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Culture Connect
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230601T203000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230601T230000
DTSTAMP:20260411T191406
CREATED:20230516T120015Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230517T190202Z
UID:8228-1685651400-1685660400@liplanarkrenfrew.ca
SUMMARY:Movie Night in the Park - Someone Like Me
DESCRIPTION:Kick off PRIDE month with a movie night in the park featuring Someone Like Me. Someone Like Me follows the parallel journeys of Drake\, a gay asylum seeker from Uganda\, and a group of strangers from Vancouver’s queer community who are tasked with supporting his resettlement in Canada. Together\, they embark on a year-long quest for personal freedom\, revealing how in a world where one must constantly fight for the right to exist\, survival itself becomes a victory. Watch trailer: https://www.nfb.ca/film/someone-like-me/trailer/someone-like-me-trailer/  \nGather at the Pembroke Amphitheatre at 8:30 pm\, grab some free snacks\, and start watching this exceptional documentary at 9 am as the sun gently sets. \nClick Here to Register
URL:https://liplanarkrenfrew.ca/event/movie-night-in-the-park-someone-like-me/
LOCATION:Pembroke Amphitheatre\, Alexander St\, Pembroke\, ON\, K8A 4L8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Culture Connect
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230601T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230601T173000
DTSTAMP:20260411T191406
CREATED:20230516T170817Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230519T143558Z
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SUMMARY:Indigenous Protocols\, Smudging and Ceremony
DESCRIPTION:During this session hosted by the Mashkiwizii Manido Foundation\, attendees will explore the answers to the following questions: \n\nWhat is the proper way to approach an Elder or Knowledge Keeper when you would like to request traditional knowledge\, teachings\, and wisdom?\nIs there a specific way to enter a Circle? If so\, why?\nWhat is a tobacco tie\, and why should you carry one?\nWhat does the Sweat Lodge represent?\nWhy do Indigenous Peoples smudge\, what is the significance?\nWhat is important to know about Pow Wow?\nWhy is the reclamation of Ceremony so strong now?\nHow do we learn protocols surrounding UNDRIP\, and apply them?\n\nThis session is open to all and will be guided through open discussions. \nWe ask that you register so that we know how many participants to prepare for. Register Here.
URL:https://liplanarkrenfrew.ca/event/indigenous-protocols-smudging-and-ceremony/
LOCATION:Mashkiwizii Manido Foundation\, 84 Isabella St. Unit #10\, Pembroke\, ON\, K8A 5S5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Culture Connect
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230412T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230412T150000
DTSTAMP:20260411T191406
CREATED:20220831T000058Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230304T161740Z
UID:7448-1681304400-1681311600@liplanarkrenfrew.ca
SUMMARY:Introduction to Intercultural Competency Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Introduction to Intercultural Competency is a free virtual introductory workshop featuring topics like Identity and Culture\, Value-based Behaviours\, Assigning Meaning and Unconscious Bias. A ‘come-as-you-are’ opportunity to learn more about yourself and the people in your life. This session is designed to be interactive and to encourage a desire for continuous learning! \nAttendees who fully participate in this professional development opportunity will receive a digital certification of completion from Local Immigration Partnership – Lanark & Renfrew. \n\nWednesday\, April 12\n1 – 3 p.m.\nVia Zoom\n\nFacilitator Bio: Laura Julien has a background in corporate training and was an employment consultant with Employment Ontario before joining the College in 2019 as a Settlement Coach with the Community Settlement Initiative\, an Immigration\, Refugees\, and Canadian Citizenship funded project supported by the Local Immigration Partnership in an effort to build capacity in local communities to better serve newcomers to Canada. Laura was certified as an Intercultural Competency Trainer in 2019 with the London Cross Cultural Learner Centre and she provided coaching and training to local employers\, service providers\, community groups and individuals on Intercultural Competency. Laura resides in Eganville with her family and is an engaged and active community member. Laura is passionate about inclusion and believes strongly understanding oneself is the first step on any journey of inclusion. \nRegister here.
URL:https://liplanarkrenfrew.ca/event/intro-intercultual-competency-workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230405T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230405T140000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230315T171331Z
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SUMMARY:Creating Your Own Land Acknowledgement Statement
DESCRIPTION:Every Canadian has the privilege of living on land that once was the Traditional Territory of the Indigenous People who lived there before contact. Who are they? How did the land on which you live come to you? When and why did your ancestors come to Canada? What is the history of your people? What relationship\, if any did your family have with the Indigenous People of your land? The answers to all of these questions will help you to realize how you got to where you are now\, and will enable you to create your own authentic Land Acknowledgement Statement. \nPresenter Profile: Elder Aimee Bailey is a citizen of the Algonquins of Pikwakanagan First Nation and lives in their unceded Traditional Territory. She has an honours degree in the Humanities from York University and a post-graduate certificate as an Indigenous Traditional Practitioner from First Nations Technical Institute. Her decades of experience in restoring her Traditional Culture have had her establish The Algonquin Way Cultural Centre at Pikwakanagan and The Circle of Turtle Lodge at Golden Lake. \nThis lunch n’ learn is hosted in partnership with Lanark County Children and Youth Services Collaboration and Every Kid In Our Communities of Leeds and Grenville. \nThis event is open to all. Please register here. 
URL:https://liplanarkrenfrew.ca/event/creating-your-own-land-acknowledgement-statement/
LOCATION:ON
CATEGORIES:Category Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230321T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230321T133000
DTSTAMP:20260411T191406
CREATED:20230304T163107Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230304T163107Z
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SUMMARY:Allyship: #ITSTARTS with Me
DESCRIPTION:Join us on International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination on March 21\, 2023\, for an in-depth panel discussion on allyship and the #ITSTARTS Campaign.\n\n12 – 1 pm: Panel Discussion\n1 – 1:30 pm: Q&A\nRegister here\n\n#ITSTARTS is a public awareness initiative developed by the Simcoe County Local Immigration Partnership to encourage positive communication among residents to reduce racism and discrimination. This year’s event will expand to include the Local Immigration Partnership of Lanark & Renfrew as well as the Grey Bruce Local Immigration Partnership.\n\nAbout the #ITSTARTS campaign: www.simcoe.ca/dpt/ccs/lip/itstarts\nRacial Discrimination: From Understanding to Action: youtu.be/yV7HiuSPmXM
URL:https://liplanarkrenfrew.ca/event/allyship-itstarts-with-me/
LOCATION:ON
CATEGORIES:Category Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230309T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230309T203000
DTSTAMP:20260411T191406
CREATED:20220831T000816Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230304T161608Z
UID:7452-1678386600-1678393800@liplanarkrenfrew.ca
SUMMARY:Cultural Orientations - Advancing Your Intercultural Competency
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a deep dive into Cultural Orientations! In this interactive zoom workshop\, we will examine some of the most common Cultural Orientations\, including Time\, Power Distance\, Hierarchy and Communication. Building on what we learned together in the Introduction to Intercultural Competency workshop\, come prepared to evaluate where you fall on the spectrum of orientations based on your own experiences and cultural influences. \n\nThursday\, March 9\n6:30 – 8:30 p.m.\nVia Zoom\n\nRegister for Cultural Orientations here. \nWe ask that all participants complete the Introduction to Intercultural Competency workshop that is offered monthly in advance of completing this workshop. The link for the pre-requisite registration is here.
URL:https://liplanarkrenfrew.ca/event/cultural-orientations-advancing-your-intercultural-competency/
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CATEGORIES:Category Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20221117T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20221117T133000
DTSTAMP:20260411T191406
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SUMMARY:The Expulsion of Asians in Uganda - Reflecting 50 Years Later
DESCRIPTION:Local Immigration Partnership – Lanark and Renfrew is proud to present the next event in our speaker series line-up this year. \nJoin us on Thursday\, November 17\, for an in-depth virtual discussion and reflection on the expulsion of Asians in Uganda in 1972. November 2 marks the 50th anniversary of this event that left lasting impacts on families for generations and changed the landscape of Uganda forever. \n\n12:00pm-1:00pm Presentation\n1:00pm-1:30pm Q&A\n\nPre-registration is required. Sign up here:\nhttps://algonquincollege.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJMlcO6srj8qHNYOyriVqkPjXNBlxOuzn86L \nWe’ll hear from three incredible authors who have spent countless hours researching this time in history\, and some whose families were directly affected. \nNoreen Nasim: Noreen is a debut novelist\, having released her father’s memoir in May 2021. Her father\, Amir\, is an ex-pat from the 1972 Ugandan Asian expulsion ordered by President Idi Amin. She has written her debut novel\, Expelled from Uganda\, which was an Amazon bestseller. \nBharti Dhir: Author of Worth\, a memoir written from a child’s perspective growing up in Uganda and becoming aware of the various prejudices surrounding her birth and adoption. She was found on the roadside in Uganda in Kabale\, and it was reported she was an Asian baby. It was then established I was African-Asian. I was adopted by a Punjabi Sikh family and faced messages of racism\, sexism and prejudice surrounding illegitimacy in the community. Her adoption was a secret too. Her book is about experiences we go through that bring our sense of worth up and those that bring our worth down.\nWith the hope of inspiring people of all ages\, Dhir wants her readers to know that despite the most unfortunate of beginnings\, it is possible for all of us to claim our sense of worth within and not let our past and negative experiences define our future in a negative way.\nMike Molloy: A career foreign service officer\, Mike Molloy has 35 years of experience in international and refugee affairs and served in Japan\, Lebanon\, Minnesota\, Geneva\, Jordan (twice)\, Syria and Kenya. In 1972 he helped bring 6000 Ugandan Asians to Canada. He led the implementation of the refugee provisions of the 1976 Immigration Act\, including the refugee sponsorship program\, the designated classes\, the WUSC student refugee program and the annual refugee planning process. Between 1979 and 1980 he coordinated the resettlement of 60\,000 Indochinese refugees. He served as Counsellor for Humanitarian Affairs at the Canadian Mission in Geneva and managed immigration operations in Jordan\, Syria and East Africa. Following Director General level assignments in Ottawa and Toronto\, he was appointed Ambassador to Jordan (1996-2000) and was Special Coordinator for the Middle East Peace Process (2000 to 2003). As (former) President of the Canadian Immigration Historical Society\, he initiated the establishment of the Uganda Asian online archive at Carleton University’s library/archives. He co-authored a book called “Running on Empty: Canada and the Indochinese Refugees 1975 -1980” and is currently coordinating the writing of a second book based on 180 oral histories collected from Vietnamese\, Cambodian and Laotian refugees under the Hearts of Freedom Project.
URL:https://liplanarkrenfrew.ca/event/expulsion-of-asians-in-uganda
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Intercultural Competency Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Introduction to Intercultural Competency is a free introductory workshop featuring topics like Identity and Culture\, Value-based Behaviours\, Assigning Meaning and Unconscious Bias. A ‘come-as-you-are’ opportunity to learn more about yourself and the people in your life. This online session via Zoom is designed to be interactive and to encourage a desire for continuous learning!\n\nWednesday\, October 5\n1 – 3 p.m.\nVia Zoom\n\n\nPlease complete your workshop registration here.  \n\nAttendees who fully participate in this professional development opportunity will receive a digital certification of completion from Local Immigration Partnership – Lanark & Renfrew.\n\nFacilitator Bio: Laura Julien has a background in corporate training and was an employment consultant with Employment Ontario before joining the College in 2019 as a Settlement Coach with the Community Settlement Initiative\, an Immigration\, Refugees\, and Canadian Citizenship funded project supported by the Local Immigration Partnership in an effort to build capacity in local communities to better serve newcomers to Canada. Laura was certified as an Intercultural Competency Trainer in 2019 with the London Cross Cultural Learner Centre and she provided coaching and training to local employers\, service providers\, community groups and individuals on Intercultural Competency. Laura resides in Eganville with her family and is an engaged and active community member. Laura is passionate about inclusion and believes strongly understanding oneself is the first step on any journey of inclusion
URL:https://liplanarkrenfrew.ca/event/introduction-to-intercultural-competency-workshop/
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CATEGORIES:Category Event
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SUMMARY:Nathan Hall - Let's Talk About Race: The Cost of Being Colour Blind at Work
DESCRIPTION:Local Immigration Partnership – Lanark and Renfrew and Algonquin College’s Inclusion Infusions presents:\nNathan Hall – Let’s Talk About Race: The Cost of Being Colour Blind at Work\n\nTuesday\, September 20th\n10:00am-11:00am Presentation\n11:00am-11:30am Q&A\n\nThe facts are clear. The experiences of racialized groups within organizations are different. White privilege exists. There is unconscious bias that disproportionately affects racialized groups. There are likely different standards being held for different people. Convincing yourself that race does not play any role within your company will continue to isolate people and sustain the issue. Join Nathan Hall as he explores all these topics and shares his extensive expertise in this area.\n\nThis event is open to Algonquin College staff\, faculty\, students\, and members of the community.\n\nRegistration is required. Get your free tickets here.
URL:https://liplanarkrenfrew.ca/event/nathan-hall-lets-talk-about-race-the-cost-of-being-colour-blind-at-work/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220909
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220919
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SUMMARY:Welcoming Week 2022
DESCRIPTION:In collaboration with our wonderful community partners\, Local Immigration Partnership – Lanark & Renfrew is excited to facilitate some great activities and events across our two counties in celebration of Welcoming Week 2022! \n“Welcoming Week is an annual opportunity to recognize and celebrate the people\, places and values that help everyone feel welcome and that they belong in their local community\, no matter where they come from. This year’s Welcoming Week takes place from September 9 to 18. It marks the 10th anniversary of what is now a global event\, and Canada’s third year participating nationally. Successful integration is a two-way street: the more welcoming communities are\, the more newcomers feel at home and contribute locally” – Immigration Matters \nWelcoming Week 2022 Line-Up\nGoosechase Scavenger Hunt\nFriday\, September 9th – Sunday\, September 18th  \nLooking for a fun adventure to take part in? Join our Goosechase App Scavenger Hunt with special activities designed to celebrate differences and create a more welcoming community. You can participate in a team\, or individually. Spaces are limited. Download the Goosechase app to participate. You can find more information here. \n  \nSay Welcome! Challenge\nFriday\, September 9th – Sunday\, September 18th  \nVisit participating libraries in your area to complete the Say Welcome! Challenge. How many languages can you say welcome in? \n  \nCommunity Cultural Cookbook\nFriday\, September 9th – Sunday\, September 18th  \nSharing food brings everyone together. Has there ever been a more accurate statement? We’d like to highlight your favourite family recipe. What dish feels like home? What dish do you love to cook for your family? Visit participating libraries and share your culinary traditions with us in their provided notebook. You can also share it with us via email Localimmigrationpartnership@algonquincollege.com or on social media. We hope to eventually put together a community cookbook with the recipes collected from across our two counties. \n  \nFree Film Screening – Peace by Chocolate\nAlgonquin College Perth Campus Room 103\nMonday\, September 12th at 12:00 pm \nJoin us at the Algonquin College Perth Campus in Room 103 for a free screening of the film Peace by Chocolate: the story of the Hadhad family’s journey to Canada after fleeing the war in Syria. Their resilience and the welcoming community of Antigonish\, Nova Scotia\, led them to establish the artisanal chocolate shop with a simple but profound message\, “Peace by Chocolate.” A light lunch will be provided to students. Students can pre-register here. \n  \nFree Film Screening – Peace by Chocolate\nPetawawa Public Library – Rotary Room\nTuesday\, September 13th at 1:00 pm \nJoin the Petawawa Public Library for a free screening of the film Peace by Chocolate: the story of the Hadhad family’s journey to Canada after fleeing the war in Syria. Their resilience and the welcoming community of Antigonish\, Nova Scotia\, led them to establish the artisanal chocolate shop with a simple but profound message\, “Peace by Chocolate.” Snacks will be available.  This is a free drop-in activity! \n  \nFree Film Screening – Peace by Chocolate\nPembroke Public Library\nTuesday\, September 13th at 2:00 pm \nJoin the Petawawa Public Library for a free screening of the film Peace by Chocolate: the story of the Hadhad family’s journey to Canada after fleeing the war in Syria. Their resilience and the welcoming community of Antigonish\, Nova Scotia\, led them to establish the artisanal chocolate shop with a simple but profound message\, “Peace by Chocolate.” Snacks will be available.  This is a free drop-in activity. \n  \nFree Film Screening – Peace by Chocolate\nAlgonquin College Pembroke Campus – The Landing\nTuesday\, September 13th at 7:00 pm \nJoin us at the Algonquin College Pembroke Campus at The Landing for a free screening of the film Peace by Chocolate: the story of the Hadhad family’s journey to Canada after fleeing the war in Syria. Their resilience and the welcoming community of Antigonish\, Nova Scotia\, led them to establish the artisanal chocolate shop with a simple but profound message\, “Peace by Chocolate.” Snacks will be available. Students can pre-register here. \n  \nFree Film Screening – Peace by Chocolate & Post Film Discussion with Daryna Z.\nRenfrew Public Library\nSaturday\, September 18th at 6:30 pm \nJoin the Renfrew Public Library for a free screening of the film Peace by Chocolate: the story of the Hadhad family’s journey to Canada after fleeing the war in Syria. Their resilience and the welcoming community of Antigonish\, Nova Scotia\, led them to establish the artisanal chocolate shop with a simple but profound message\, “Peace by Chocolate.” After the film\, new community member Daryna Z will share her experiences being displaced from Ukraine. Snacks will be available. \nPlease register before September 15th online or call 613.432.8151 \n  \nFree Film Screening – Peace by Chocolate\nDeep River Public Library\nSaturday\, September 18th at 7:00 pm \nJoin the Deep River Public Library for a free screening of the film Peace by Chocolate: the story of the Hadhad family’s journey to Canada after fleeing the war in Syria. Their resilience and the welcoming community of Antigonish\, Nova Scotia\, led them to establish the artisanal chocolate shop with a simple but profound message\, “Peace by Chocolate.” Snacks will be available. \n  \nOfficial Welcoming Week Video\nSunday\, September 19th  \nTo wrap up this year’s welcoming week\, view our official #WelcomingWeek2022 video on our social media channels (Facebook\, Instagram\, LinkedIn\, YouTube) featuring members across our communities. We want to capture the welcoming spirit of Lanark and Renfrew counties and share it with everyone\, whether you’re a newcomer or have been here for years. \nDon’t forget to share how you’re celebrating Welcoming Week by using the official hashtag #WelcomingWeek2022
URL:https://liplanarkrenfrew.ca/event/welcoming-week-2022/
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SUMMARY:Yoga in the Park
DESCRIPTION:Local Immigration Partnership – Lanark & Renfrew in partnership with White Pine Yoga\, invites you to come participate in an open-air yoga session and to learn more about yoga – one of the six schools of Hinduism. Through yoga\, one is introduced to the spiritual philosophy of Hinduism\, which is very different from most other world views. \nBring your own mat and be welcomed into a peaceful community at the waterfront (in front of the playground on Fred Blackstein Boulevard). Donations to the St. Joseph’s Foodbank are encouraged. \nThis workshop takes place at Pembroke Waterfront Park (Pembroke Marina). There is no need to pre-register. \nThis workshop is part of Culture Fest Pembroke.
URL:https://liplanarkrenfrew.ca/event/yoga-in-the-park/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20220817T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20220817T120000
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SUMMARY:Inclusive Leadership Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to create and lead an organization that leverages the diverse talents of all contributors. \n\n\nAbout this event\n\n\n\nThe workforce has become more diverse\, multicultural\, multigenerational\, mobile\, and hyper-connected\, and work gets done more virtually. As a leader\, you need to know how to navigate this complex and rapidly changing landscape because inclusive leaders create inclusive work environments. Inclusive work environments produce higher performance\, increase employee engagement\, fuel innovation and creativity\, increase retention\, and positively impact the customer service experience. \nDuring this 1-hour in-person interactive workshop led by Local Immigration Partnership – Lanark & Renfrew\, you will explore how inclusive leadership is the key to supporting a diverse workforce. \nThis workshop takes place at Algonquin College’s Pembroke Campus in Room 124 on the first floor. \nThis workshop is part of Culture Fest Pembroke. \nRegister here. 
URL:https://liplanarkrenfrew.ca/event/inclusive-leadership-workshop/
LOCATION:Algonquin College – Pembroke Campus\, 1 College Way\, Pembroke\, ON\, K8A 0C8\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20220713T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20220713T200000
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SUMMARY:Coffee With a Neighbour
DESCRIPTION:Update! Due to unforeseen circumstances\, our friends at Starbucks Carleton Place will have to postpone this event until Monday\, July 11. \nOne-on-one conversations over coffee with our neighbours. Our neighbours are made up of various community members with unique experiences\, backgrounds and stories to tell. Each neighbour will have two 30-minute reservable time slots available during the\nevent. Everyone has a story to tell\, why not meet someone new for half an hour and learn something about them. \nCoffee and treats will be provided. This is a free event! \nReservations are required and can be made by calling Starbucks Carleton Place at 613-253-1760 or emailing sarahloftus@rogers.com.
URL:https://liplanarkrenfrew.ca/event/coffee-with-a-neighbour/
LOCATION:Starbucks Carleton Place\, 505 McNeely Road\, Carleton Place\, Ontario\, K7C 0A8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Culture Connect
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20220630T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20220630T193000
DTSTAMP:20260411T191406
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SUMMARY:Welcome Rock Painting - Renfrew Public Library
DESCRIPTION:Painted rocks are all the rage right now! The idea behind these Welcome Rocks is that community members can decorate them at your library and place them in locations for others to find as a welcome to our community gesture. Following the Welcome Rocks painting session\, participants are encouraged to take a picture of their rocks in their garden or community and post them on social media with #WelcomeRocks and #CultureConnect for a chance to win a prize at the end of June. \nThis session is for adults and will be in person at the Renfrew Public Library! Pre-register using Bookwhen or email Meera at info@renfrewlibrary.ca.
URL:https://liplanarkrenfrew.ca/event/welcome-rock-painting-renfrew-public-library/
LOCATION:Renfrew Public Library\, 13 Railway Ave.\, Renfrew\, Ontario\, K7V 3A9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Culture Connect
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20220629T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20220629T190000
DTSTAMP:20260411T191406
CREATED:20220603T170152Z
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SUMMARY:Community Reads Virtual Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join us for this guided yet relaxed adventure into stories (memoir and fiction) of crossing cultures. Books about leaving and arriving\, about being deeply within a culture and on the periphery\, about feeling at home and in-between. Participants in the Community Reads Event can choose from the proposed book list (or choose their own within the theme) with the support of participating libraries. \nThe activity will culminate in a virtual Community Read Event meeting on June 29 to discuss common themes\, explore experiences in crossing cultures\, and contribute to a community discussion. \nBelow is a list of suggested books to consider. Your local libraries are an exceptional resource for finding one of the books listed below or recommending some titles you may not have considered before! \n\nWe Were Dreamers: An Immigrant Superhero Origin Story – Simu Liu\nI’ve Been Meaning to Tell You by David Chariandy\nInheritance by Dani Shapiro\nLost in Translation by Eva Hoffman\nFive Little Indians by Michelle Good\nRU by Kim Thuy\nBecoming Eve by Abby Chava Stein\n\nRegister here for our virtual Community Read Event meeting on Wednesday\, June 29\, 6 – 7 p.m.
URL:https://liplanarkrenfrew.ca/event/community-reads-virtual-meeting/
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CATEGORIES:Culture Connect
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20220626T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20220626T150000
DTSTAMP:20260411T191406
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SUMMARY:Battle of the Bats: Where a love for cricket meets passion for softball
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Battle of the Bats when the Ottawa Tuskers Cricket Club challenges a local softball team to a back-to-back friendly game of cricket followed by softball. \nBring the whole family up to Petawawa and watch the Ottawa Tuskers Cricket Team match up with the PSP Softball Team as they teach one another about their favourite sport. After some tutorials\, it’s game time! We’ll have one softball game and one cricket game. Don’t miss the greatest mash-up this year! \nWhat to Expect \n\n11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.: Cricket & Softball 101 tutorials\n1 p.m.: Softball game. The first pitch is being thrown by Colonol Vass at approximately 1 p.m.\n2 p.m.: Cricket match\n\nThis event is open to all. Come learn\, cheer on both teams\, and have some fun. \nPLEASE NOTE: This event takes place at Garrison Petawawa. All those who attend will be required to show ID at the Garrison gate before making your way to Diamond #2 on Somme Road. \nThis event is made possible by sponsor and community leader\, Hyska’s Your Independent Grocer.
URL:https://liplanarkrenfrew.ca/event/battle-of-the-bats
LOCATION:Garrison Petawawa Recreation Complex\, 30 Festubert Blvd S-117\, Petawawa\, ON\, K8H 2X3
CATEGORIES:Culture Connect
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20220623T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20220623T200000
DTSTAMP:20260411T191406
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SUMMARY:Middle East Cane Dance Lesson
DESCRIPTION:Throughout the Middle East and North Africa\, people have performed dances with sticks or canes. These types of dances have been around for centuries and can be found in the ancient cultures of Mesopotamia\, Egypt\, and Greece. Such dances are actually found in ancient cultures around the world. \nSuli Adams\, dance enthusiast and community leader\, will take you through the journey to Cane Dance in Egypt. \nHere’s what you can expect at our session: \n\nPersonalize your cane. You get to take this home too!\nLearn some of the history behind this unique cultural dance\nLearn the steps and rhythms of this dance\n\nOur dance lesson will take place in the Gymnasium of Algonquin College – Pembroke Campus. \nPre-register here so that we can ensure we have enough canes! \nLearn about Suli Adams \n \nSuli retired from a career in research science which included clinical trials and development of PCR technology in her early years. More recently\, she worked at CNL as a Root Cause Analyst\, a Nuclear Oversight Auditor and finally\, as a Regulatory Specialist for the NRU Reactor. Suli is passionate about contributing to the local community and has volunteered for PSP and PMFRC. Prior to the pandemic\, Suli volunteered for employment services in Petawawa and taught ESL under the citizenship program for newcomers to the area. Currently\, Suli is the Co-Chair of the Pembroke Diversity Committee\, a member of the working groups for the Local Immigration Partnership – Lanark & Renfrew\, and a community representative on the Quality and Patient Safety Committee for the Pembroke Regional Hospital.
URL:https://liplanarkrenfrew.ca/event/middle-east-cane-dance-lesson/
LOCATION:Algonquin College – Pembroke Campus\, 1 College Way\, Pembroke\, ON\, K8A 0C8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Culture Connect
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20220622T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20220622T190000
DTSTAMP:20260411T191406
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SUMMARY:What Does it Mean to be Two-Spirited?
DESCRIPTION:Have you heard the term “Two-Spirited” or “Indigiqueer” and wondered what they mean? Join community leaders Duane Gaston’ Aucoin and Julianna Morin for an intimate and candid knowledge-sharing evening to learn about what it means to be Two-Spirited and Indigiqueer within some Indigenous communities\, encompassing cultural\, spiritual\, sexual and gender identity. \nThere is no need to pre-register for this event. All are welcome to come and connect! \nThis event is in partnership with Pembroke Pride. Celebrate with the Pembroke Pride Festival on June 3 & 4\, 2022. #AllTogetherNow \n\nLearn about our Indigenous Leaders \nDuane Gastant’ Aucoin is a Wolf/Yanyedi member of the Teslin Tlingit Council and recently returned home from Vancouver\, BC. \nHe received training from his elders as the lead singer/drummer/dancer for the Deslin Khwan Dancers in the Yukon and has performed with them throughout Canada and the US since 1996. \nAucoin received formal schooling in the First Nation Theatre Training taught by nationally acclaimed director Carol Grey-Eyes. He is currently performing “Cash Creek Charlie” along with Sharon Gramma Susie” Shorty in the stand-up comedy routine “Susie & Charlie”. He has also starred in the First Nation’s Theatre Production “Raven’s Tale” in Whitehorse\, Yukon\, which he also co-wrote and directed. This was featured on APTN’s NEDAA. \nAucoin produced/directed/wrote/starred in “Kichx Anagaat Yatx’i: Children of the Rainbow\,” a celebration of two-Spirited peoples that integrated both live and digital video pieces into one 90-minute production. The world premiere was at the 2003 Out On Screen Queer Film & Video Festival in Vancouver. It won the top award of “Audience Favorite for Best Feature”. It has played at various venues across the country and has received much acclaim and publicity. \nAucoin won the 2003 XtraWest’s Community Achievement Award for Achievement in the Arts for Children on the Rainbow. \nHe was also a nominee for the 2003 Vancouver Entrepreneur of the Year\, “Education” Category. \nIn 2004 Aucoin was the associate producer for the Our City Our Voices Project with the National Film Board of Canada\, a Storyscapes Project designed by Kamala Todd. This project helped the First Nations People living in the Vancouver Downtown Eastside tell their own story and share it with the general public. \nHe received an international award by being named the “International Two-Spirit Male Warrior” at the 19th International Two-Spirit Gathering held in Saskatchewan in 2007. As part of his duties\, he publicly speaks on issues pertaining to Two-Spirited People\, their history\, duties and their rights in First Nations Society. \nAucoin recently completed his latest documentary entitled “My Own Private Lower Post”. In which he journeys with his mother\, Vicky Bob\, who is a survivor of Residential School\, to discover how he too is a survivor. This healing look at the inter-generational effects of Residential School has been quoted as being “enjoyable\, emotional and historic” (Whitehorse Star review). This production has screened international and has moved all who have watched it with it’s simple story of love and forgiveness. It has also screened at all the National Events for the Truth & Reconciliation Commission. Duane promised his mother Vicky before she passed away in 2011 that he would continue telling “our story”. \nIn 2012 he was awarded with the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Medal. Both his Tlingit and Acadian Peoples have not had the best relationship with the Crown but Duane decided to receive the medal on behalf of both his peoples.\n“in the past the Crown colonized & deported my Peoples…now they give us medals. This is for them!” explained Duane. \nAucoin is currently performing solo & with Sharon Shorty at various venues around the country as well as working on new video productions. But his most important work continues to be supporting his elders in his community of Teslin to help bring back his Inland Tlingit Language & Culture. He is currently his Yanyeidi Clans representative on the Teslin Tlingit Executive Council. \n\nJulianna Morin\, MSW/RSW identifies as a fat\, white-presenting Indigiqueer woman and is a member of the Bonnechere Algonquin First Nation\, affiliated with the Algonquins of Ontario. Julianna is honoured to live and work in her home community of Omamawenini Anishinaabe-aki and proud to be in ongoing\, daily evolving co-conspiratorship with 2SLGBTQIA+\, BIPOC\, and disability communities. Julianna aims to mobilize her traditional teachings\, roles and responsibilities\, and her social work experience to inspire individuals and families to achieve social and environmental justice. Julianna is the sole proprietor of Good Call Counselling Services.
URL:https://liplanarkrenfrew.ca/event/what-does-it-mean-to-be-two-spirited/
LOCATION:Janna and Kerry’s Over Easy Bar and Grill\, 27 Pembroke St W\, Pembroke\, Ontario\, K8A 5M4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Culture Connect
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SUMMARY:“Got Land” Indigenous Comedy Show
DESCRIPTION:This event is brought to you by AC Hub\, Culture Connect\, and your Students’ Association. \nGot Land? Indigenous Comedy Show is a stand-up comedy variety show\, where First Nation\, Inuk\, and Metis entertainers tell jokes and share individual life stories. Got Land? Comedy was created to express solidarity with humour. All genres of comedy are welcome and expressed. \nThe 1st annual Culture Connect is an opportunity for the communal celebration of beauty in diversity and the importance of culture. Culture Connect brings together community groups and organizations from across the Ottawa Valley and creates space for learning\, social connection\, and fun. \nTake part in the various events and activities happening throughout the Valley during June and be part of creating space to enhance intercultural learning.
URL:https://liplanarkrenfrew.ca/event/got-land-indigenous-comedy-show/
LOCATION:Algonquin College – Pembroke Campus\, 1 College Way\, Pembroke\, ON\, K8A 0C8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Culture Connect
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DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20220618T143000
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SUMMARY:Newcomer Connect
DESCRIPTION:Newcomer Connect is a meet-up for people new to the community and country. This is a perfect opportunity to learn about the Petawawa community and to connect socially in person. \n\nDate: Saturday\, June 18th\nTime: 1:30 – 2:30 p.m.\nLocation: Petawawa Public Library\, Rotary Room\n\nContact Sarah to register at 613-687-2227 ext 2205\, outreach@petawawapubliclibrary.ca. \nPresented in partnership with the Petawawa Military Family Resource Centre (PMFRC).
URL:https://liplanarkrenfrew.ca/event/newcomer-connect/
LOCATION:Petawawa Public Library\, 16 Civic Centre Road\, Petawawa\, Ontario\, K8H 3H5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Culture Connect
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20220618T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20220618T170000
DTSTAMP:20260411T191406
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SUMMARY:Welcome Rock Take & Make Kits - Petawawa Public Library
DESCRIPTION:Painted rocks are all the rage right now! The idea behind these Welcome Rocks is that community members can decorate them at your library and place them in locations for others to find as a welcome to our community gesture. Following the Welcome Rocks painting session\, participants are encouraged to take a picture of their rocks in their garden or community and post them on social media with #WelcomeRocks and #CultureConnect for a chance to win a prize at the end of June. \n\nWhen: Saturday\, June 18th\nTime: Drop-in between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. to pick up your take-home rock painting kit. First-come-first-serve.\nWhere: 16 Civic Centre Rd\, Petawawa\, ON K8H 3H5\n\nMax Participants: 30
URL:https://liplanarkrenfrew.ca/event/welcome-rock-painting-petawawa-public-library/
LOCATION:Petawawa Public Library\, 16 Civic Centre Road\, Petawawa\, Ontario\, K8H 3H5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Culture Connect
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