Stories 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.
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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Thursday May 30, 2024 at 4:00pm
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Thursday May 30, 2024 at 4:00pm
60 minutesDrop-in program
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Do you enjoy chess, or do you want to learn the game?
Drop in to play with other youth! Learn the basics and test your wits with a weekly chess challenge.
Ages: 8 to 18
Note: Chess Club will be paused during June for exam period, but will return in July! Stay tuned for scheduled dates.
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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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Friday May 31, 2024 at 4:00pm
90 minutesDrop-in program
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Come play Wii U with us.
Don't know how to play?
The teens running this program will be happy to help!
Drop in!
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Saturday Jun 01, 2024 at 10:15am
30 minutesDrop-in program
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On the first Saturday of the month starting in February 2024, wear your pajamas, bring along your favourite stuffie, and come get cozy with us!
Stories, rhymes, and songs for children of all ages and parents or caregivers.
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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 10:30am
30 minutesDrop-in program
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Stories, rhymes and songs for children of all ages and a parent or caregiver. Drop-in.
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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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Saturdays, Jun 01, 2024 - Jun 08, 2024
1:30pm
90 minutes2 sessions remaining
Drop-in program
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For children 7-12, interested in learning to play chess and finding out more about the game. Teen volunteers will be on hand to help those who are learning!