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Free: Book about Cancer for kids (Orleans) “Where's Mom's Hair?: A Family's Journey Through Cancer” by Debbie Watters, Haydn Watters, Emmett Watters This is a story written from the perspective of 2 young sons, who navigated their family's journey with Cancer. It includes family photographs, highlighting the hair-cutting party that they organized in anticipation of their mother's hair loss from chemotherapy. Note: This softcover book was weeded from the Ottawa Public Library. The pages are in perfect condition. Hoping that it will find a new home.

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Free: Book about Dyslexia for kids (Orleans) “My Friend Has Dyslexia” by Amanda Doering Tourville & Kristin Sorra (illustrations) This book has a story about a boy whose friend has Dyslexia. It's a small book, but it includes information for kids ("Did You Know?"), a definition, and a glossary. Note: This is a softcover book was weeded from the Ottawa Public Library. The pages are in perfect condition, with just a a corner that was bent on the back cover. Hoping that it will find a new home.

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Free: Book about memory loss for kids (Orleans) "My Little Grandmother Often Forgets" by Reeve Lindbergh & Kathryn Brown (illustrations) This is a story about a child’s relationship with his grandmother who has memory loss. Note: This book was weeded from the Ottawa Public Library. The pages are in perfect condition. Hoping that it will find a new home.

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Free: Book about Dementia for kids (Orleans) "My New Granny" by Elizabeth Steinkellner & Michael Roher (illustrations) This is a story about a grandparent who has Dementia, and how a grandchild learns to accept changes in her personality. Note: This book was weeded from the Ottawa Public Library. The pages are in perfect condition. Hoping that it will find a new home.

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Free: Book about Alzheimer's for kids (Orleans) "Always My Grandpa: A Story for Children About Alzheimer’s Disease" by Linda Scacco (Licensed Clinical Psychologist) & Nicole Wang (illustrations) This is a story about being close to a grandparent who has been diagnosed with Alzheimer's Disease. It includes a “Note to Parents” with guidance for helping children with common emotions and reactions to Alzheimer's disease. Note: This book was weeded from the Ottawa Public Library. The pages are in perfect condition. Hoping that it will find a new home.

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Free: 4 Martini glasses (no chips/damage) (Orleans) Gifted I have 4 Martini glasses that are looking for a new home. We didn't have a fight, and they are lovely, but it's time for a change. They're open to being dessert glasses for ice cream, fruit, or whatever you'd like. There are two different patterns (2 each), and they all get along well, so they'd like to stay together. Any takers?

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Request: Grout float (Orleans) Expired I need to grout a few back splash tiles and was told to get a grout float (just learned what that is!). If anyone has one that they aren't using, I'd really appreciate one to keep or to borrow. It's a limited small job, so I'm hoping to keep the cost down. The picture is of the one recommended at the hardware store: 4" x 9.5" (it has moulded rubber & non-stick gum rubber, whatever that means!). Thanks if you can help.

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Request: White tile grout (Orleans) Expired Can anyone spare a small amount of white tile grout? I had to replace an under-cabinet kitchen light, and the new fixture is much smaller. So, I need to fill in grout between some back splash tiles that are now exposed. Hoping that I don't have to buy a big container since I only need a small amount. Thanks in advance.

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Free: Reflex 26" wiper blade (Orleans) Gifted Gently used 26" (66cm) windshield MotoMaster Reflex wiper blade. I bought it, used it briefly, and realized that I need wipers specifically for my car. So, happy to pass it on.

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Free: Item Event (April 25th) (Orleans) Expired This free item event is sponsored by Ottawa South Eco-Action Network (OSEAN): April 25th at the RA Centre, Clark Hall, 2451 Riverside Drive Drop off is 9-12 (max 2 large shopping bags) Event is open for free "shopping" 10-2

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Free: Fluorescent Light Bulb (24" tube) (Orleans) Gifted This 24" F20T12 fluorescent bulb was for a fixture that was changed to LED. It was a spare bulb, so it should work, but no guarantee as I can no longer test it. Light output: 1275 lumens/ Colour: 3000K

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Free: Adjustable Office Chair (Orleans) Gifted This chair has lumbar support, adjustable features, and is in good shape BUT it has one broken wheel. It still moves, and can be sat on, but it does need a replacement wheel. I have the wheel that broke, if someone wants to find a matching replacement. The seat pan is 17" long X 17.5" wide, the back is 17" high. The armrests have 4 preset notches for height and it has 3 levers for other adjustments (see pics). The colour is "wine." It's a comfy, expensive chair, so I'm hoping that someone can fix & use it. Note: it comes form a smoke-free, cat-friendly home

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Free: 2 Stackable decorative bowls (Orleans) Gifted These are light, small and stackable. They can be used simply as decoration, or to organize small items (paper clips, batteries, whatever!). The bigger one is 6"x3.25" (2.25" high). The smaller one is 5"x3" (2" high). Two-toned colour is mustard yellow and olive green.

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Free: Salt Lamp (Orleans) Gifted Another salt lamp to give away! It's about 7" tall. The black cord is about 6.5' long with a rocker style on/off switch. It's attached to a round wood platform. Nice alternative to a night light or soft mood lighting.

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Free: Salt Lamp (darker colour) (Orleans) Gifted This salt lamp is about 7" tall. The white cord is about 6.5' long with an on/off switch. It's attached to a round wood platform. Nice alternative to a night light or soft mood lighting.

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Free: Salt Lamp (light colour) (Orleans) Gifted This salt lamp is about 7" tall. The cord is 6' long with an on/off switch. It's attached to a round wood platform. Nice alternative to a night light or soft mood lighting.

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Free: 3M Carbon Furnace Filters (Orleans) Gifted I have 6 of these, but can't use them since I changed my furnace. These have more decreased air flow than the standard ones, as they have a layer of active carbon for filtering odours. They are now hard to get, so if they are OK for your furnace, I'm happy to pass them on. They are all new in sealed packages. Size: 16x25x1

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Free: Japanese Beetle trap (Orleans) Gifted Spring will be here, and so will the insects! If you want a trap to catch Japanese Beetles, here's one by Safer's. It has a trap & hanger, a sealed package of bait, and 2 large bags. Instructions are on the box. I bought it a couple of years ago, but never opened it. The company said that there's no expiry date.

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Free: Air Fryer Lid for 6Q Instant Pot (Orleans) Gifted Anyone interested in using your Instant Pot as an air fryer? It's in great shape, only used a few times. I no longer need it, so happy to pass it on. It has all of the accessories: the protective base, fryer basket, and dehydrating/broiling tray.

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Free: Wood cutting board & utensils (Orleans) Gifted New wood cutting board with handle & juice channel to collect liquid. Would also be great as a serving platter. Total length is 14"/11.5" cutting surface. Width is 8.5" at the widest area. Thickness is 1/4" It comes with a set of 5 new natural wood kitchen utensils, all approx 12" long: -Straight spatula -Angled spatula -Spoon -Slotted spoon -Fork

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Free: Marble rolling pin (Orleans) Gifted This is a solid marble rolling pin that will do the heavy work for you! The handles are made of wood and roll smoothly. It's in good shape, except for minor roughness at the ends. It's total length 18" The marble rolling area is 10" long and the circumference is about 2.5"

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Free: Small stacking tea set (Orleans) Gifted Mini stackable tea cup & tea pot with lid. Never used. Great for a cup of something delicious. It has a small symbol from the Mandarin restaurant.

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Free: Disney mug (Pluto) (Orleans) Gifted Adorable Pluto mug bought at Disneyland. Like new. Used once, but it's too big for me. It holds about 1 2/3 cups of liquid when full. It has raised images of Pluto with "Playfull" on the front and "Happy" on the back. Bright red on the outside & yellow on the inside (brighter colours than in the pictures). Bring a smile to your drinking experience!

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Free: Cheerios (260g box) (Orleans) Gifted I have unopened boxes of Cheerios that are coming up to their Best Before date (Mar 3, 2026). They were stored in a cool, dry area, so should last even longer. Pick up in Orleans.

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Free: Valentine puzzle cards (Orleans) Gifted Unopened box of 32 Valentine's Day puzzle cards with 4 different pictures/messages. Each card has 12 pieces to unscramble.

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Free: 2025 wall calendar (Orleans) Expired 12-month National Geographic wall calendar from last year with no markings. The beautiful pictures of Canadian scenes can be repurposed - just trim the small hole at the top used for hanging. Pictures are 12" x 12"

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Free: Google Chromecast 3rd Gen (Orleans) Gifted Re-gifting this used, working 3rd Gen Chromecast from here. Note that it does not come with an HDMI cable or a remote. However, unit setup can be done without the dedicated remote using a Google Home account (or universal remote?), and I've seen reliable, inexpensive HMDI cables at stores like Canada Computers (non-sponsored plug!).

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Free: Rustic small notebooks (3) (Orleans) Gifted These small rustic notebooks are handmade in Indonesia - hand-tied with brown paper inside. Each one has a different pattern on the front, and a similar desin on the back. They measure about 3" x 4.5"

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Free: Farberware silicone masher (Orleans) Gifted Sturdy silicone masher for potatoes, ground meat, etc. Pinwheel design. Heat-resistant to 450F, dishwasher safe, BPA-free. Like new. Used once.

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Free: Curb alert: Patio chairs (Orleans) Expired Patio chairs on the lawn at 917 Markwick Crescent.. The 4 white ones are sturdy and adjustable. They aren't mine, so I can't answer any questions. (NOTE: Thursday is garbage day, so get them soon!)

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