Do you have children ages 5-8? Would you like them to read more? Then join our weekly Reading Buddies program. Each child will be paired with a teen volunteer for fun and interactive read aloud sessions. Together they will share the joys of reading in a friendly, encouraging and enthusiastic environment. Registration required.
Some in-branch programs require registration with your library card. Please log in with your library account or follow this link to apply for a card online. You can also apply for a card in person at any of our 33 locations.
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Mondays, May 27, 2024 - Jun 24, 2024
5:15pm
30 minutes4 sessions remaining
Sorry this event and its waiting list are full
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Thursday May 30, 2024 at 4:00pm
60 minutesStories and activities that support Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math.
For a child aged 3-6 and a parent or caregiver. Registration required.
Please only reserve a spot for each child attending.
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Thursday May 30, 2024 at 6:00pm
60 minutesSorry this event and its waiting list are full
Tinkering, Coding, Creating, Experimenting and Designing.
Come get excited about STEM with us.
For thinkers ages 6-8 years and their adult co-learner.
A program in partnership with the University of Ottawa's Let's Talk Science Program.
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Saturday Jun 01, 2024 at 10:30am
60 minutesSpend your Saturday investigating the world of S.T.E.M.
This month we will be looking at flight and velocity.
Ages 8-12.
Registration required
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Saturday Jun 01, 2024 at 11:00am
90 minutesCome and paint at the library! This is an opportunity to try out different techniques while meeting others who enjoy art. No lesson will be taught, however, books and videos will be available to provide ideas and inspiration. Materials will be provided.
Register online. Ages 9- 12.
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Saturday Jun 01, 2024 at 11:00am
60 minutesWelcome some poultry from the Canada Agriculture and Food Museum into your library visit! Listen to them cluck and coo, touch their soft feathers and watch them scratch and peck. Through fun educational activities, students explore the characteristics, needs and lifecycle of these barnyard favourites. Registration required. Family program for ages 4+.
Alta Vista Branch
Saturday, June 1st, 2024
11:00 am
English Program
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Thursday Jun 06, 2024 at 6:00pm
45 minutesSorry this event and its waiting list are full
An evening family storytime program that encourages mathematical thinking through playful learning and hands-on activites.
Engage, Encourage and Grow Together.
For young thinkers ages 3-6 and their adult co-learner.
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Saturday Jun 08, 2024 at 2:00pm
90 minutesDiscover the fun of sewing by hand and finish simple sewing projects in this 5-part program. For ages 9-12.
Registration required.
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Thursday Jun 13, 2024 at 6:30pm
60 minutesSorry this event is full
This club meets on the 2nd Thursday of the month. (Due to March Break, the meeting will be pushed to March 21st.)
Come share the enjoyment of reading books with other kids ages 9-12!
Each meeting we will have a book battle to choose the book we will be reading that month.
Registration required (up to 8 participants).
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Sunday Jun 16, 2024 at 2:30pm
60 minutesRegistration opens on Monday, June 10, 2024 - 9:00am
Join us to celebrate the launch of the 2024 TD Summer Reading Club! Register for the Club and track your reading all summer long! Stories, crafts and activities.
Registration recommended. Please only register as many spots as there will be children attending.