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Cultural Orientations
2023-10-24 10:00 - 12:00, 2024-01-10 13:00 - 15:00 (America/Toronto) | ON
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.
Register for Cultural Orientations here
We ask that all participants complete the Introduction to Intercultural Competency workshop that is offered monthly in advance of completing this workshop. You can register for the introduction course here

How to Engage Meaningfully in Allyship and Anti-Bias Practices
2023-11-16 10:00 - 12:00, 2024-05-02 14:00 - 16:00 | ON
Description

In order to progress toward inclusion, people must feel understood, supported, and represented. Most of us are learning about allyship and bias for the first time. In this learning path, you’ll explore the foundational skills—mindset, communication, and advocacy—you need to be an effective ally and champion for anti-bias practices in your organization and community. Attendees who fully participate in this professional/personal development opportunity will receive a digital certification of participation from Local Immigration Partnership – Lanark & Renfrew.

Register here

Introduction to Intercultural Competency
2023-12-05 13:00 - 15:00 | ON
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 session is designed to be interactive and to encourage a desire for continuous learning! Attendees who fully participate in this professional development opportunity will receive a digital certification of completion from Local Immigration Partnership – Lanark & Renfrew.
Register here

Service Canada Overview for Newcomers
2023-12-07 12:30 - 13:30 | ON
Details:
Are you a newcomer to Eastern Ontario looking for valuable information and support to help you settle into your new home? Join us for the “Service Canada Overview for Newcomers” workshop, where you’ll gain essential insights into the services and resources available to you as a newcomer to this diverse and welcoming country.
What to Expect:
1.Introduction to Service Canada

Discover the role of Service Canada in assisting newcomers and Canadian citizens alike.
Learn about the various programs and services we offer.
Explore the specific services tailored to newcomers, including information on social insurance numbers and more.
Understand the application and qualification process for your Social Insurance Number (SIN) and how to protect your SIN from fraud.
Support with navigating the Canada Pension Plan and Old Age Security
Navigating and utilizing Job Bank Canada.
Discover what you’re entitled to through the Benefits Finder.

2.Q&A Session:

Get your questions answered by Service Canada representatives.
Clarify any doubts or concerns you may have about settling in Canada.

Why Attend?
This workshop is designed to empower newcomers with the knowledge they need to access essential government services and resources. By participating, you’ll better understand Service Canada and its role in supporting your journey in Canada. Whether you’re seeking employment, applying for important documents, or just looking to access valuable benefits, this workshop will equip you with the information necessary to make your transition smoother.

Click here to register

Lunch and Learn: The Accommodating and Inclusive Workplace - Attracting and Retaining People with Disabilities
2024-01-30 12:00 - 13:30 | ON
Description:
Join our interactive learning event and learn about types of disabilities, the language we use, core principles of accommodation and best practices to build an inclusive and accessible workplace. We invite you to bring your questions around building a workplace that celebrates diversity, promotes equity, and ensures inclusivity for all. Ask us anything! Join us in creating an environment where every individual can contribute their unique talents and thrive. This lunch and learn is in partnership with Employment Accessibility Resource Network (EARN), and the Lanark County Child and Youth Services Collaborative and Every Kid in our Community EDI Working Group.
Register Here!

How to Engage Meaningfully in Allyship and Anti-Bias Practices
2024-02-07 13:00 - 15:00 | ON
Description

In order to progress toward inclusion, people must feel understood, supported, and represented. Most of us are learning about allyship and bias for the first time. In this learning path, you’ll explore the foundational skills—mindset, communication, and advocacy—you need to be an effective ally and champion for anti-bias practices in your organingization and community. Attendees who fully participate in this professional/personal development opportunity will receive a digital certification of participation from Local Immigration Partnership – Lanark & Renfrew.

Register here

Introduction to Intercultural Competency
2024-03-04 13:00 - 15:00, 2024-06-05 09:00 - 11:00 | ON
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 session is designed to be interactive and to encourage a desire for continuous learning! Attendees who fully participate in this professional development opportunity will receive a digital certification of completion from Local Immigration Partnership – Lanark & Renfrew.
Register here

Culture Exchange Event
2024-03-09 10:00 - 14:00 | myFm Centre, 1 Ma Te Way Park Dr., Renfrew, ON, K7V 4J4, Canada
Join us in celebrating diversity, unity, and the richness of cultures at the first-ever Cultural Exchange Event, presented by the Town of Renfrew in collaboration with Local Immigration Partnership – Lanark & Renfrew County. This extraordinary gathering will take place at the myFM center on Saturday, March 9th, from 10 am to 2 pm, promising a day filled with vibrant experiences and meaningful connections.
🍲 A Culinary Journey: Taste the World on Your Plate!
Embark on a gastronomic adventure as we showcase a diverse array of delectable cuisines from around the globe. Indulge your taste buds in mouthwatering delicacies prepared by local businesses, each dish telling a unique story and inviting you to savour the flavours of different cultures.
🎭 Entertainment Extravaganza: A Kaleidoscope of Performances!
Immerse yourself in a mesmerizing showcase of talent from the Ottawa Valley. Experience the magic of diverse performances as local artists come together to create an unforgettable cultural tapestry. Get ready to be captivated by the richness of our community’s artistic expressions!
🎨 Engaging Activities: Fun for All Ages!
From hands-on workshops to interactive exhibits, there’s something for everyone! Local businesses will host various activities, providing opportunities for cultural exchange and hands-on experiences. Discover the unique crafts, traditions, and practices that make our community thrive.
🙌 Connect and Celebrate: Building Bridges Through Diversity!
This event is not just a celebration of cultures; it’s a chance to connect with one another, fostering understanding and building bridges that transcend borders. The Cultural Exchange Event encourages dialogue, embraces differences, and promotes unity within our diverse community.
📅 Perfect for March Break Fun: Mark Your Calendar!
As the March Break unfolds, seize the opportunity to make lasting memories with family and friends. The myFM center will be abuzz with excitement on Saturday, March 9th, making it an ideal destination for an enriching and entertaining day out during the school break.
🌐 Sukria, Grazie, Arigato, Merci, and Thank You!
Expressing gratitude in various languages, we extend our heartfelt thanks for joining us on this remarkable journey. Together, let’s make the first Cultural Exchange Event a testament to the strength that lies in our diversity.
Don’t miss out on this unique celebration – save the date, invite your friends, and join us for a day of cultural exploration, delightful flavours, and shared experiences! We can’t wait to see you there!

Interrupting Racism - With Priti Shah
2024-03-21 09:30 - 12:30 | ON
Description:
Join us for Interrupting Racism, a transformative workshop led by business owner, mentor and Human Rights activist Priti Shah on March 21, the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination, as we embark on a journey toward understanding, empathy, and actionable change. In this vital space, participants will engage in thought-provoking discussions, gain valuable insights, and acquire the tools necessary to interrupt the pervasive patterns of racism.
What We’ll Cover:

Identifying the Fears in Addressing Racism
Understanding Key Terminology
Identifying the Four Types of Racism: Internalized, Interpersonal, Systemic and Institutional
Videos & Large Group Debrief
Case Studies in Small Group with Large Group Debrief
How to Interrupt Racism and Tackle Uncomfortable Conversations
How Can Each Person Contribute to Create Safer Communities

Only 30 spaces are available for this event. Book your tickets now to secure a seat!
Click here to register

About Priti Shah:
Priti Shah has been doing public speaking for more than 30 years and brings a diverse personal and professional background to her engaging and inspiring presentations. She is a lawyer, mediator, arbitrator, investigator and facilitator and operates PRAXIS Consulting in Winnipeg. She is widely known for her work in the areas of dispute resolution, human rights, governance and organization development.
Priti has travelled to 70 countries representing the Government of Canada and the Organization for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights. In September 1998, she acted as an observer of the parliamentary elections in Bosnia & Herzegovina. She is committed to international development and travelled to Fiji in 2018 to complete her eighth Habitat build. In May 2005, Priti was awarded the Woman Entrepreneur of the Year Award for Contribution to Community by the Women Business Owners of Manitoba.
Priti has performed in 13 community plays with the Royal Manitoba Theatre Centre. She is passionate about health, fitness, music, arts and enjoying the beautiful people and geography of Canada.

Cultural Orientations
2024-04-09 09:00 - 11:00, 2024-06-12 13:00 - 15:00 | ON
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.
Register for Cultural Orientations here
We ask that all participants complete the Introduction to Intercultural Competency workshop that is offered monthly in advance of completing this workshop. You can register for the introduction course here

Mississippi Mills Public Library Engagement Activities - Spill the Tea, Biblio Bingo
2024-06-15 - 2024-06-30 | Mississippi Mills Public Library, Almonte, 155 High St, Almonte, ON, K0A 1A0, Canada
From the 15th to the 30th of June, the Mississippi Mills Public Library has two activities for the community to engage in:

Spill the Tea: Tea is a drink enjoyed around the globe. Stop by the Library to pick up your take-and-make kit with different types of teas to try and enjoy at home. Learn about the different teas and cultural traditions involving tea using the resources in your kit.
There is an opportunity for participants to share their experience online using both hashtags #CultureConnect and #SpillTheTea.
Biblio Bingo: Culture Connect Biblio Bingo is a fun way for library patrons to engage in guided learning as you choose your bingo journey from the prompts on the Culture Connect Biblio Bingo card. Some examples include watching a movie in a different language, reading a 2SLGBTQ+ story, reading something by an author who identifies as disabled, etc.

No registration is necessary. Kits are available while supplies last.
Library Hours:
Sun 10 am-2 pm
Mon 10 am-5 pm
Tues 10 am-7 pm
Wed 10 am-5 pm
Thurs 10 am-7 pm
Fri 10 am-5 pm
Sat 10 am-2 pm

Greater Madawaska Public Library Engagement Activities - Welcome Rock Painting, Spill the Tea, Global Games Night
2024-06-15 - 2024-06-30 | Greater Madawaska Public Library, 12629 Lanark Rd K0J 1H0, Calabogie, ON, K0J 1H0, Canada
From the 15th to the 30th of June, the Greater Madawaska Public Library has three activities for the community to engage in:

Welcome Rock Painting: Painted rocks are all the rage right now! The idea behind these Welcome Rocks is that community members can decorate them using the Welcome Rock painting kits that you can pick up at the Library and place them in locations for others to find as a welcome to our community gesture.
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.
Spill the Tea: Tea is a drink enjoyed around the globe. Stop by the Library to pick up your take-and-make kit with different types of teas to try and enjoy at home. Learn about the different teas and cultural traditions involving tea using the resources in your kit.
There is an opportunity for participants to share their experience online using both hashtags #CultureConnect and #SpillTheTea.
Global Games Night: There are so many different games played all around the world! Pop past the Library to play games you know and love with a multicultural twist! Learn card games played in other countries or challenge yourself to multi-lingual scrabble; there is lots of fun to be had!

Kits are available while supplies last. More details to follow.
Library Hours –
Sun & Mon closed
Tues & Wed 9 am-6 pm
Thurs & Fri 9 am-1 pm
Sat 9 am-2 pm

Lanark Highlands Public Library Engagement Activities - Welcome Rock Painting, Spill the Tea, Origami, Biblio Bingo
2024-06-15 - 2024-06-30 | Lanark Highlands Public Library, 75 George Street, Lanark, ON, K0G1K0, Canada
From the 15th to the 30th of June, the Lanark Highlands Public Library has four activities for the community to engage in:

Welcome Rock Painting: Painted rocks are all the rage right now! The idea behind these Welcome Rocks is that community members can decorate them using the Welcome Rock painting kits that you can pick up at the Library and place them in locations for others to find as a welcome to our community gesture.
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.
Spill the Tea: Tea is a drink enjoyed around the globe. Stop by the Library to pick up your take-and-make kit with different types of teas to try and enjoy at home. Learn about the different teas and cultural traditions involving tea using the resources in your kit.
There is an opportunity for participants to share their experience online using both hashtags #CultureConnect and #SpillTheTea.
Origami or Paper Folding Activity: The art of origami is a beautiful and well-known tradition. Learning origami can be a great way for kids of all ages to engage with a different culture. Stop by the Library to pick up a kit with beautifully coloured paper, instructions (or QR codes leading to video instructions) and a resource about the history and tradition of origami.
Biblio Bingo: Culture Connect Biblio Bingo is a fun way for library patrons to engage in guided learning as you choose your bingo journey from the prompts on the Culture Connect Biblio Bingo card. Some examples include watching a movie in a different language, reading a 2SLGBTQ+ story, reading something by an author who identifies as disabled, etc.

No registration is necessary. Kits are available while supplies last.
Library Hours:
Sun & Mon – Closed
Tues 10 am- 7 pm
Wed 1 – 4 pm
Thurs 10 am – 1 pm
Fri 1 – 6 pm
Sat 10 am – 1 pm

Renfrew Public Library Engagement Activities - Welcome Rock Painting, Spill the Tea, Origami, Biblio Bingo
2024-06-15 - 2024-06-30 | Renfrew Public Library, 13 Railway Ave., Renfrew, Ontario, K7V 3A9, Canada
From the 15th to the 30th of June, the Renfrew Public Library has four activities for the community to engage in:

Welcome Rock Painting: Painted rocks are all the rage right now! The idea behind these Welcome Rocks is that community members can decorate them using the Welcome Rock painting kits that you can pick up at the Library and place them in locations for others to find as a welcome to our community gesture.
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.
Spill the Tea: Tea is a drink enjoyed around the globe. Stop by the Library to pick up your take-and-make kit with different types of teas to try and enjoy at home. Learn about the different teas and cultural traditions involving tea using the resources in your kit.
There is an opportunity for participants to share their experience online using both hashtags #CultureConnect and #SpillTheTea.
Origami or Paper Folding Activity: The art of origami is a beautiful and well-known tradition. Learning origami can be a great way for kids of all ages to engage with a different culture. Stop by the Library to pick up a kit with beautifully coloured paper, instructions (or QR codes leading to instructions) and a resource about the history and tradition of origami.
Biblio Bingo: Culture Connect Biblio Bingo is a fun way for library patrons to engage in guided learning as you choose your bingo journey from the prompts on the Culture Connect Biblio Bingo card. Some examples include, watch a movie in a different language, read an 2SLGBTQ+ story, read something by an author who identifies as disabled, etc.

No registration is necessary. Kits are available while supplies last.
Library Hours:
Sun – Closed
Mon 9 am-5 pm
Tues 10 am-8 pm
Wed 9 am-5 pm
Thurs 10 am-8 pm
Fri 9 am-5 pm
Sat 9 am-3:30 pm

Carleton Place Public Library Engagement Activities - Welcome Rock Painting, Spill the Tea, Origami
2024-06-15 - 2024-06-30 | Carleton Place Public Library, 101 Beckwith St, Carleton Place, ON, K7C 2T3, Canada
From the 15th to the 30th of June, the Carleton Place Public Library has three activities for the community to engage in:

Welcome Rock Painting (June 19th, 3 pm – 4 pm): Painted rocks are all the rage right now! The idea behind these Welcome Rocks is that community members can decorate them using the Welcome Rock painting kits that you can pick up at the Library and place them in locations for others to find as a welcome to our community gesture.
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.
Spill the Tea: Tea is a drink enjoyed around the globe. Stop by the Library to pick up your take-and-make kit with different types of teas to try and enjoy at home. Learn about the different teas and cultural traditions involving tea using the resources in your kit.
There is an opportunity for participants to share their experience online using both hashtags #CultureConnect and #SpillTheTea.
Origami or Paper Folding Activity: The art of origami is a beautiful and well-known tradition. Learning origami can be a great way for kids of all ages to engage with a different culture. Stop by the Library to pick up a kit with beautifully coloured paper, instructions (or QR codes leading to instructions) and a resource about the history and tradition of origami.

No registration is necessary. Kits are available while supplies last.
Library Hours:
Sun – Closed
Mon-Thurs: 10:30 am-8 pm
Fri & Sat: 10 am-5:30 pm

Deep River Public Library Engagement Activities – Welcome Rock Painting, Spill the Tea, Origami
2024-06-15 - 2024-06-30 | Deep River Public Library, 55 Rd Ridge, Deep River, Ontario, K0J 1P0, Canada
From the 15th to the 30th of June, the Deep River Public Library has three activities for the community to engage in:

Welcome Rock Painting: Painted rocks are all the rage right now! The idea behind these Welcome Rocks is that community members can decorate them using the Welcome Rock painting kits that you can pick up at the Library and place them in locations for others to find as a welcome to our community gesture.
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.
Spill the Tea: Tea is a drink enjoyed around the globe. Stop by the Library to pick up your take-and-make kit with different types of teas to try and enjoy at home. Learn about the different teas and cultural traditions involving tea using the resources in your kit.
There is an opportunity for participants to share their experience online using both hashtags #CultureConnect and #SpillTheTea.
Origami or Paper Folding Activity: The art of origami is a beautiful and well-known tradition. Learning origami can be a great way for kids of all ages to engage with a different culture. Stop by the Library to pick up a kit with beautifully coloured paper, instructions (or QR codes leading to video instructions) and a resource about the history and tradition of origami.

No registration is necessary. Kits are available while supplies last.
Library Hours:
Sun – Closed
Mon & Sat 10 am-3 pm
Tues & Thurs 10 am-8 pm
Wed & Fri 10 am-5:30 pm

Whitewater Region Public Library Engagement Activities (Cobden & Beachburg) - Welcome Rock Painting, Spill the Tea, Origami, Biblio Bingo
2024-06-15 - 2024-06-30 | Whitewater Region Public Library Cobden, 12 Wren Dr., Cobden, ON, K0J 0A6, Canada
From the 15th to the 30th of June, the Whitewater Region Public Libraries have activities for the community to engage in:
Cobden branch:

Welcome Rock Painting: Painted rocks are all the rage right now! The idea behind these Welcome Rocks is that community members can decorate them using the Welcome Rock painting kits that you can pick up at the Library and place them in locations for others to find as a welcome to our community gesture.
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.
Spill the Tea: Tea is a drink enjoyed around the globe. Stop by the Library to pick up your take-and-make kit with different types of teas to try and enjoy at home. Learn about the different teas and cultural traditions involving tea using the resources in your kit.
There is an opportunity for participants to share their experience online using both hashtags #CultureConnect and #SpillTheTea.
Origami or Paper Folding Activity: The art of origami is a beautiful and well-known tradition. Learning origami can be a great way for kids of all ages to engage with a different culture. Stop by the Library to pick up a kit with beautifully coloured paper, instructions (or QR codes leading to video instructions) and a resource about the history and tradition of origami.

Beachburg branch:

Welcome Rock Painting: Painted rocks are all the rage right now! The idea behind these Welcome Rocks is that community members can decorate them using the Welcome Rock painting kits that you can pick up at the Library and place them in locations for others to find as a welcome to our community gesture.
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.
Biblio Bingo: Culture Connect Biblio Bingo is a fun way for library patrons to engage in guided learning as you choose your bingo journey from the prompts on the Culture Connect Biblio Bingo card. Some examples include, watch a movie in a different language, read an 2SLGBTQ+ story, read something by an author who identifies as disabled, etc.
Spill the Tea: Tea is a drink enjoyed around the globe. Stop by the Library to pick up your take-and-make kit with different types of teas to try and enjoy at home. Learn about the different teas and cultural traditions involving tea using the resources in your kit.
There is an opportunity for participants to share their experience online using both hashtags #CultureConnect and #SpillTheTea.
Origami or Paper Folding Activity: The art of origami is a beautiful and well-known tradition. Learning origami can be a great way for kids of all ages to engage with a different culture. Stop by the Library to pick up a kit with beautifully coloured paper, instructions (or QR codes leading to video instructions) and a resource about the history and tradition of origami.

No registration is necessary. Kits are available while supplies last.
Library Hours – Cobden Branch:
Sun, Tues, Fri – Closed
Mon 1 pm-5 pm
Wed 1 pm-8 pm
Thurs 9 am-1 pm
Sat 10 am-1 pm
Library Hours – Beachburg Branch:
Sun, Wed, Thurs – closed
Mon & Tues 1 pm-8 pm
Fri 9 am-1 pm
Sat 10 am-1 pm

Arnprior Public Library Engagement Activities - Welcome Rock Painting, Spill the Tea, Origami
2024-06-15 - 2024-06-30 | Arnprior Public Library, 21 Madawaska St, Arnprior, ON, K7S 1R6, Canada
From the 15th to the 30th of June, the Arnprior Public Library has three activities for the community to engage in:

Welcome Rock Painting: Painted rocks are all the rage right now! The idea behind these Welcome Rocks is that community members can decorate them using the Welcome Rock painting kits that you can pick up at the Library and place them in locations for others to find as a welcome to our community gesture.
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.
Spill the Tea: Tea is a drink enjoyed around the globe. Stop by the Library to pick up your take-and-make kit with different types of teas to try and enjoy at home. Learn about the different teas and cultural traditions involving tea using the resources in your kit.
There is an opportunity for participants to share their experience online using both hashtags #CultureConnect and #SpillTheTea.
Origami or Paper Folding Activity: The art of origami is a beautiful and well-known tradition. Learning origami can be a great way for kids of all ages to engage with a different culture. Stop by the Library to pick up a kit with beautifully coloured paper, instructions (or QR codes leading to video instructions) and a resource about the history and tradition of origami.

No registration is necessary. Kits are available while supplies last.
Library Hours:
Sun – Closed
Mon & Tues 11 am-7 pm
Wed-Fri 10 am-5 pm
Sat 10 am-2 pm

Pembroke Public Library Engagement Activities - Welcome Rock Painting, Spill the Tea, Origami
2024-06-15 - 2024-06-30 | Pembroke Public Library, 237 Victoria Street, Pembroke, ON, K8A 1B3, Canada
From the 15th to the 30th of June, the Pembroke Public Library has three activities for the community to engage in:

Welcome Rock Painting: Painted rocks are all the rage right now! The idea behind these Welcome Rocks is that community members can decorate them using the Welcome Rock painting kits that you can pick up at the Library and place them in locations for others to find as a welcome to our community gesture.
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.
Spill the Tea: Tea is a drink enjoyed around the globe. Stop by the Library to pick up your take-and-make kit with different types of teas to try and enjoy at home. Learn about the different teas and cultural traditions involving tea using the resources in your kit.
There is an opportunity for participants to share their experience online using both hashtags #CultureConnect and #SpillTheTea.
Origami or Paper Folding Activity: The art of origami is a beautiful and well-known tradition. Learning origami can be a great way for kids of all ages to engage with a different culture. Stop by the Library to pick up a kit with beautifully coloured paper, instructions (or QR codes leading to video instructions) and a resource about the history and tradition of origami.

No registration is necessary. Kits are available while supplies last.
Library Hours:
Sun – Closed
Mon-Thurs 10 am-8 pm
Fri & Sat 10 am-5:30 pm

Killaloe & District Public Library Engagement Activities - Origami
2024-06-15 - 2024-06-30 | Killaloe & District Public Library, 1 John Street, Killaloe, ON, K0J 2A0, Canada
From the 15th to the 30th of June, the Killaloe & District Public Library has an activity for the community to engage in:

Origami or Paper Folding Activity: The art of origami is a beautiful and well-known tradition. Learning origami can be a great way for kids of all ages to engage with a different culture. Stop by the Library to pick up a kit with beautifully coloured paper, instructions (or QR codes leading to video instructions) and a resource about the history and tradition of origami.

No registration is necessary. Kits are available while supplies last.
Library Hours:
Sun & Mon – Closed
Tues, Wed, Fri, Sat 11 am-4 pm
Thurs 11 am-6 pm

Petawawa Public Library Engagement Activities - Welcome Rock Painting, Biblio Bingo, Spill the Tea, Origami
2024-06-15 - 2024-06-30 | Petawawa Public Library, 16 Civic Centre Road, Petawawa, Ontario, K8H 3H5, Canada
From the 15th to the 30th of June, the Petawawa Public Library has four activities for the community to engage in:

Welcome Rock Painting: Painted rocks are all the rage right now! The idea behind these Welcome Rocks is that community members can decorate them using the Welcome Rock painting kits that you can pick up at the Library and place them in locations for others to find as a welcome to our community gesture.
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.
Biblio Bingo: Culture Connect Biblio Bingo is a fun way for library patrons to engage in guided learning as you choose your bingo journey from the prompts on the Culture Connect Biblio Bingo card. Some examples include, watch a movie in a different language, read an 2SLGBTQ+ story, read something by an author who identifies as disabled, etc.
Spill the Tea: Tea is a drink enjoyed around the globe. Stop by the Library to pick up your take-and-make kit with different types of teas to try and enjoy at home. Learn about the different teas and cultural traditions involving tea using the resources in your kit.
There is an opportunity for participants to share their experience online using both hashtags #CultureConnect and #SpillTheTea.
Origami or Paper Folding Activity: The art of origami is a beautiful and well-known tradition. Learning origami can be a great way for kids of all ages to engage with a different culture. Stop by the Library to pick up a kit with beautifully coloured paper, instructions (or QR codes leading to video instructions) and a resource about the history and tradition of origami.

No registration is necessary. Kits are available while supplies last.
Library Hours:
Sun – Closed
Mon-Thurs 10 am-8 pm
Fri 10 am-6 pm
Sat 10 am -5 pm

Ottawa Valley Reads
2024-06-15 - 2024-06-30 | ON
The Ottawa Valley Reads event will mirror the successful Canada Reads competition; however, our chosen reads will celebrate culture, marginalized communities, BIPOC voices, Indigenous stories and more.
The five books that will be part of this friendly ready competition are….

The Boat People – Sharon Bala
The Break – Katherena Vermette
Black Boys Like Me – Matthew R. Morris
RU – Kim Thuy
Ohpikiihaakan-Ohpihmen (Raised Somewhere Else): A 60s Scoop Adoptees Story of Coming Home – Colleen Hele Cardinal

We can’t wait to start reading and engaging with culture! Visit you local library to see if they have these reads available to borrow. Stay tuned during June, when fellow community members will champion each book on our YouTube channel. After this, the voting will commence once again to determine our winner!
Following the premieres of videos, a weekly bracket vote will commence. Participants will be asked to eliminate a book week by week until we declare a winner during the last week of June. The competition is a great way to get our communities reading and talking about their love of books!

How can I engage?

Help promote and share the competition on your social media channels
Offer the selected books for borrowing in a special library spot
Inter-library loan the reads to have multiple copies available
Consider limiting borrowing time to one or two weeks
Keep a bracket on display tracking the competition results
Participate and read the books

Explore Nature: Guided Interpretation Hike at Shaw Woods
2024-06-15 10:00 - 13:00 | Shaw Woods Outdoor Education Centre, 2065 Bulger Road, Eganville, ON, K0J 1T0, Canada
Join us for a guided interpretation hike at the Shaw Woods Outdoor Education Centre. Learn about Canadian flora and fauna, enjoy the beautiful Canadian scenery, a delicious meal, and meet new people!
Shaw Woods Outdoor Education Centre is, exactly that, an outdoor education centre located in beautiful Eganville.
They have a mission to foster the ethic of responsible environmental stewardship by providing educational programming and self-directed learning. You can learn more about the programs they offer, the research being conducted, and events happening at Shaw Woods HERE

REGISTER HERE* for the Explore Nature: Guided Interpretation Hike at Shaw Woods
*Please note that by registering for this activity, you will be signing the PARTICIPANT WAIVER. The waiver can be found on the registration page for this event.

Algonquin College's Pembroke Campus Library Engagement Activities - Spill the Tea, Origami
2024-06-17 - 2024-06-28 | Algonquin College – Pembroke Campus, 1 College Way, Pembroke, ON, K8A 0C8, Canada
From the 17th to the 28th of June, Algonquin College Pembroke Campus Library has two activities for the community to engage in:

Spill the Tea: Tea is a drink enjoyed around the globe. Stop by the Library to pick up your take-and-make kit with different types of teas to try and enjoy at home. Learn about the different teas and cultural traditions involving tea using the resources in your kit.
There is an opportunity for participants to share their experience online using both hashtags #CultureConnect and #SpillTheTea.
Origami or Paper Folding Activity: The art of origami is a beautiful and well-known tradition. Learning origami can be a great way for people of all ages to engage with a different culture. Stop by the Library to pick up a kit with beautifully coloured paper, instructions (or QR codes leading to video instructions) and a resource about the history and tradition of origami.

No registration is necessary. Kits are available while supplies last.
Library Hours:
Mon – Fri: 8:00 am-5:00 pm
Sat & Sun: Closed

Restorative Conversations & Relationships in the Workplace Lunch-and-Learn
2024-06-19 09:00 - 12:00 | Community Service Hub, 1881 Roger's Road, Perth, Ontario, ​K7H 3P7, Canada
Join Lanark County Community Justice as they lead an in-person Restorative Conversations and Relationships in the Workplace Lunch-and-Learn workshop on:

Wednesday, June 19, 9 am – 12 pm at Community Service Hub, 1881 Roger’s Road, Perth, ON

Register Here
The Restorative Conversations and Relationships in the Workplace Lunch-and-Learn workshop offers an introduction to building restorative relationships with a JEDI (Justice, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion) curious mindset.
Participants will learn:

10 ways to live restoratively challenge
Presentation on how to live restoratively
What it means to have restorative relationships
What it means to have a curious mindset

Attendees are encouraged to stay and have their packed lunch after the session to connect and build relationships if they can.
This lunch-and-learn is hosted in partnership with the Lanark County Children and Youth Services Collaboration and Every Kid In Our Communities of Leeds and Grenville.

Culture Connect Movie Night - Deep River Public Library
2024-06-19 14:00 - 16:00 | Deep River Public Library, 55 Rd Ridge, Deep River, Ontario, K0J 1P0, Canada
Join us on Wednesday, June 19th at 2 pm at the Deep River Public Library for a Culture Connect Movie Night!
RU (2023)
Tinh, a young Vietnamese refugee, and her family as they embark on a new life in Canada after a perilous journey and a stay in a Malaysian camp. Despite the opportunity for a fresh start, Tinh faces challenges adapting to her new environment, exacerbated by her shy and reserved nature. Learning a new language and integrating into the unfamiliar society add to her struggles. Tinh must confront the traumas of her past journey and summon resilience to navigate her new life and find happiness.
Based on the true story and book ‘RU’ by Tim Thuy
Watch the trailer HERE
Snacks will be provided.
