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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Mondays, May 27, 2024 - Jun 24, 2024
5:15pm
30 minutes4 sessions remaining
Avez-vous des enfants âgés de 5 à 8 ans ? Souhaitez-vous qu’ils lisent davantage en français? Si oui, rejoignez-vous à notre programme hebdomadaire Copains de lecture. Chaque enfant sera jumelé à un adolescent bénévole pour des séances de lecture à voix haute amusantes et interactives. Ensemble, ils partageront les joies de la lecture dans un environnement convivial, encourageant et enthousiaste. Inscription requise.
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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 minutesTinkering, 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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Saturday Jun 01, 2024 at 2:30pm
60 minutesWhat did Ottawa look like millions of years ago? We can get a peek by looking at and studying ancient fossils found in this area of Ontario.
This program will showcase Ottawa's Ordovician fauna through fossils. Discover more about the animals that lived here long ago by looking at real fossils, and learn what you can do to become a fossil hunter too!
For ages 7 and up. Please register each participant for the program.
Presented in partnership with the Eastern Ontario Natural History Society.
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Tuesday Jun 04, 2024 at 6:00pm
60 minutesCet atelier interactif initie les participants de tous âges à la musique autochtone. Vous en apprendrez plus sur le "battement de cœur" de notre mère la Terre avant d'apprendre quelques chansons de danse stomp sur des hochets traditionnels.
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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.