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.
Tuesdays, Jul 02, 2024 - Dec 17, 2024
1:30pm
120 minutes
25 sessions remaining
Speak, in person, with a Public Health Nurse to get support around infant feeding and parenting. No appointment is necessary, simply drop in during these hours. Learn ways to help your child eat healthy and be active Make sure your child is on track with their growth and development. In partnership with Ottawa Public Health.
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Wednesdays, Jul 03, 2024 - Aug 21, 2024
12:00pm
120 minutes
8 sessions remaining
Silent Reading Café
Join other readers in a cool and calm atmosphere perfect for reading peacefully. Bring your lunch to our Silent Reading Café on the 2nd floor.
Drop-in
Wednesdays
July 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th and 31st
August 14th and 21st
12 pm - 2 pm
August 7th
12 pm - 1 pm
Café des lecteurs
Joignez-vous aux lecteurs de la communauté cet été. Installez-vous dans une atmosphère calme et sereine afin de profiter d'une heure de dîner sur mesure pour les bibliophiles.
Les mercredis
Juillet: 3, 10, 17, 24, 31
Août: 14, 21
Midi à 14 hrs
Août: 7
Midi à 13 hrs
Thursday Jul 04, 2024 at 2:30pm
60 minutes
Discover a magical force that will levitate particles. Scatter light and create illusions that will thrill your audience. Experiment with colourful teas and unusual potions on this magical science adventure! Presented by Scientists in School. Ages 8-12.
Friday Jul 05, 2024 at 3:30pm
90 minutes
LEGO Party Create and build with Lego®! Drop-in program. Family program.
Fête en blocs Architectes en herbe, à vos Lego®! Programme portes ouvertes. Programme familial.
Mondays, Jul 08, 2024 - Jul 29, 2024
10:30am
60 minutes
4 sessions remaining
Family Storytime Stories, rhymes, and songs for children of all ages and a parent or caregiver.
Drop-in program. Family program.
Tuesday Jul 09, 2024 at 10:30am
60 minutes
Who knows where your creation will take you?
Registration required. Ages 7-9.
Tuesday Jul 16, 2024 at 10:30am
40 minutes
Welcome 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. Family program for ages 4+.
Tuesday Jul 16, 2024 at 11:30am
40 minutes
Accueillez quelques-unes des poules du Musée de l'agriculture et de l'alimentation du Canada dans votre bibliothèque! Écoutez-les caqueter, touchez leurs plumes douces et regardez-les gratter et picorer. Grâce à des activités éducatives amusantes, les élèves explorent les caractéristiques, les besoins et le cycle de vie de ces favoris de la basse-cour. Programme familial pour les 4+ ans.
Monday Jul 29, 2024 at 2:30pm
60 minutes
Come join award-winning author & illustrator Rob Justus for a goofy character draw-along. Rob will highlight some of his work, but more importantly give a quick tutorial on some of the basics of drawing and creating fun-loving characters. These workshops are for any level of budding artists. Registration Required. Ages 8-12.
Wednesday Aug 28, 2024 at 1:00pm
60 minutes
Join other readers and share your favourite reads of the Summer. A great opportunity to get reading recommendations from other book lovers.
August 28th
1 - 2 pm