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We, at the Ottawa Tool Library, acknowledge that the land on which we gather is the traditional unceded territory of the Algonquin Anishnaabeg People. |
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Summer Tinkering School:
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| We pulled some strings and are happy to be able to offer another week of Summer Tinkering School! Do you want your kid to learn skills AND have fun this summer? Sign them up for an exciting week of woodworking projects. |
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Hello from the Ottawa Tool Library board and core team!! 🥳
We had a little retreat and a lovely day connecting in person! Other than throwing the ball around 😆, we sat down for many hours and were strategizing the next 6 months ahead!
We want to take this opportunity to give a HUGE shout out to the amazing people who dedicate so much time and energy behind the scenes in order for us to have our tool library and workspace open and running!
We 💚 you! |
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July Events and Workshops |
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WorkSpace Safety 201 Workshop for Women+
This course is for women+ who want to use the following tools in our Workspace: router, planer, jointer, and table saw!
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Bike Maintenance Workshop in collaboration with Ottawa Outdoor Gear Library
Bring your bike to OTL, put it on one of our bike stands, and learn how to assess its road safety. We will go over basic tune-up tasks and how to maintain it for fun riding! |
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WorkSpace Safety 101
and 201 Workshops
Introduction to different power tools and a required course for anyone who wants to use certain tools in our WorkSpace.
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Introduction to Drywall Repair
This workshop is designed to equip participants with the essential knowledge, skills, and confidence necessary to successfully repair their own drywall.
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Knife Sharpening Workshop
Like most things, knife sharpening just takes some guidance, time, and practice. In our two-hour class, you will learn to hand sharpen your knives on whetstones! |
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Intro to Woodworking: Make a Keepsake Box
The basics of woodworking will be taught by turning a thin piece of wood into a beautiful box!
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Bike Maintenance Workshop
Bring your bike to OTL, put it on one of our bike stands, and learn how to assess its road safety. We will go over basic tune-up tasks and how to maintain it for fun riding! |
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The Latest Buzz at the
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In July, our collaborating partner is StopGap Ottawa! 👩🦽💚 We are excited to welcome them to the Tool Library on July 22nd and 29th where they will be painting custom-built ramps for local businesses!
613 businesses: Interested in getting a ramp to make your location accessible for all?
613 citizens: eager to volunteer?
Reach out to StopGap! |
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