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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.
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Fridays, May 24, 2024 - Dec 27, 2024
1:30pm
120 minutes32 sessions remaining
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Fridays, May 24, 2024 - May 31, 2024
2:00pm
90 minutes2 sessions remaining
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Bring your knitting or crochet project (or needlepoint, cross-stitch, etc) and share tips and tricks, ideas and conversations with fellow enthusiasts. For adults of all abilities. Drop-in.
Apportez votre projet de tricot ou de crochet (ou broderie, point de croix, etc) afin d'échanger des conseils, des idées et converser avec d'autres passionnés. Pour les adultes de tous les niveaux. Aucune inscription requise.
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Friday May 24, 2024 at 4:00pm
30 minutesHave you ever wondered what it was like to live in Ireland? Are you interested in having a penpal abroad? If so then this program is for you! Please join us in the meeting room to be matched with an Irish penpal and to create a letter!
Please note: Communications will be sent and received strictly through the library address. All letters will be monitored by library staff to ensure certain guidelines are followed in terms of appropriate language, content and to ensure that personally identifiable information is not shared.
Ages 8-13
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Saturdays, May 25, 2024 - Jun 08, 2024
2:00pm
90 minutes2 sessions remaining
Discover 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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Saturday May 25, 2024 at 2:00pm
60 minutesCreate your own magnets and bookmarks using bottle caps and images from paper, photographs, and fabric.
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Saturdays, May 25, 2024 - Jun 29, 2024
2:30pm
60 minutes5 sessions remaining
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Create and build with Lego®! Drop-in Family Program.
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Saturday May 25, 2024 at 2:30pm
120 minutesSorry this event and its waiting list are full
Learn the basics of using a sewing machine and craft your very first project: a drawstring bag. This two-hour session will take you through the steps of setting up, threading, and using a sewing machine. Registration limited to 5 spaces.
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Saturday May 25, 2024 at 3:00pm
90 minutesSorry this event and its waiting list are full
Learn the basics of using a sewing machine (including safety) and sew your own book bag to keep! This program consists of four sessions over a two month period. *You must be able to commit to all four sessions.* All supplies will be provided. Required skills: • Ability to follow instructions, to work independently, and to wait patiently for assistance when needed • Can safely use sewing implements with minimal supervision (needles, seam rippers, and sharp scissors) Ages 9-12 years old.
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Monday May 27, 2024 at 5:30pm
90 minutesDrop-in program
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Come enjoy a night of fun at the library. Play a new board game or bring your own to play with a friend.
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Monday May 27, 2024 at 6:30pm
60 minutesCalling all quiz masters! Test your knowledge with live general trivia at the Stittsville branch of the Ottawa Public Library!
Come for the fun, leave with the bragging rights!
Register a team of two to five people, come and enjoy!