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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.

  • Woman clutching her hair in frustration, looking at her laptop

    Saturday Jun 22, 2024 at 2:00pm
    120 minutes

    The average time it takes for an unprotected computer to be compromised after connecting to the Internet is under 15 minutes. Don't let it be yours!

    Chris Taylor, President of the Ottawa PC Users' Group, will show you the simple steps you need to take to keep your PC from being hacked.

    And best of all, it can be done for free!

    **Please note that you are not required to bring your laptop for the session.

  • Sunday May 19, 2024 at 10:00am
    420 minutes

    Spring Plant Swap

    Stittsville Branch, 1637 Stittsville Main

    May 18th & 19th from 10-5

    Chat with other avid gardeners, pick up a few books, and swap some of your plants for ours!

  • Two children sit on grass, reading together near two planters growing flowers and vegetables.

    Sunday May 19, 2024 at 2:30pm
    60 minutes

    Stories, rhymes, and songs for children ages 0-6 accompanied by a parent or caregiver. Registration recommended. Please only register as many spots as there will be children attending. 

    The first half hour will be an interactive storytime program. During the last half hour, we will explore activities like planting our own “magic” beans! Come dressed for a messy craft.

  • Mondays, May 20, 2024 - May 27, 2024
    10:30am
    30 minutes

    2 sessions remaining

    Stories, rhymes and songs for children of all ages and a parent or caregiver. Drop-in program.

  • Mondays, May 20, 2024 - Jun 24, 2024
    4:00pm
    120 minutes

    6 sessions remaining

    Enjoy games and meet new friends. We will have tea, games, cards, puzzles and colouring books.

  • Tuesdays, May 21, 2024 - Jun 25, 2024
    10:00am
    180 minutes

    6 sessions remaining

    Get feedback on your writing (any genre)and ideas from the group. Hear the work of other writers and offer your feedback. Discuss ideas about writing and publishing. Share your triumphs, trials and tribulations with a supportive, informal group.

  • parents reading to children / des parents lisent à leurs enfants

    Tuesdays, May 21, 2024 - May 28, 2024
    10:00am
    30 minutes

    2 sessions remaining

    Stories, rhymes, and songs for preschool children and a parent/caregiver. 

    Contes, comptines, et chansons pour les enfants d'âge préscolaire accompagnés d’un parent ou gardien.

  • Babytime

    Tuesdays, May 21, 2024 - May 28, 2024
    10:00am
    30 minutes

    2 sessions remaining

    Contes, comptines, et chansons pour les bébés (0-18 mois) accompagnés d’un parent ou gardien.

  • Tuesday May 21, 2024 at 10:00am
    60 minutes

    Le Club de lecture RD est fier d'accueillir Michèle Vinet, auteure de chez nous.  Son roman, Le malaimant, lauréat du Prix littéraire Trillium fut récemment le sujet de leur rencontre.   Avec sa plume poétique, Michèle Vinet touche, ébranle et confronte.  Ses romans nous aident à mettre en lumière les mystères de la vie. 

  • Tuesdays, May 21, 2024 - May 28, 2024
    10:15am
    30 minutes

    2 sessions remaining

    Stories, rhymes and songs for toddlers 19-36 months and a parent/caregiver. Drop-in.