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[Silent Book Club ~ Ottawa Chapter] Meetup List... with Holiday Pauses
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Dear Reader, As I finish this note, the snow is floating down in small, sparse flakiness and gathering on cedar branches and along fence tops. And in our yard, on top of the still-out lawn mower and wheelbarrow - both of which were recently and feverishly used to prep the yard for the fluffy white stuff. Ah well. Best laid plans, an'all that. As the snow falls, I feel another invitation to cozy reading, though I can hear the running footsteps of the holiday season behind me, gaining ground as I try my best to take deep breaths and remember that the importance of the upcoming season ~ no matter what you celebrate ~ is warmth and gathering... and food. Heh. Wishing you all the shimmer and sparkle of a fresh snow-blanket, sweet Reader, the rippling sounds of laughter and music to fill your heart, and the warmth of loved ones around you, to remind you that you are loved and cared for. With warm and bookish wishes for the season, · · ─────── ·𖥸· ─────── · · NOVEMBER 2025 EVENTS 📆 Rather than a list of meetups, perhaps you'd prefer a calendar page. 📝 All meetups are available for signup here. ⚠️ = Check the day/time information before signing up as some things have changed!
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