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.
Tuesday Oct 15, 2024 at 6:30pm
135 minutes
Join us at the Main branch of the Ottawa Public Library for a free speed friending program! Meet new friends in short conversations, helped by conversation starters. This program is intended for adults aged 20 to 30.
Places are limited so please register to save your spot.
Wednesday Oct 16, 2024 at 3:00pm
60 minutes
Create art in good company.
This series is perfect for aspiring artists, crafters who are in a rut, and anyone who suspects that a creative habit would be good for their soul.
We will explore our creativity using art prompts from Creativebug.
All supplies will be provided.
Wednesday Oct 16, 2024 at 6:00pm
90 minutes
Join us for a fun evening learning how to quill filigree and beehive earrings. This method is so versatile you will want to create gift tags, cards and so much more, lots of samples on hand to inspire!
Thursday Oct 17, 2024 at 2:00pm
90 minutes
Learn to create beautiful, delicate, raised images from paper strips. You’ll use a few basic tools to wind the paper strips into coils to create a note card. All levels are welcome.
Supplies will be provided.
Thursdays, Oct 17, 2024 - Dec 12, 2024
2:00pm
60 minutes
3 sessions remaining
L'automne s'approche, et sur ses pas suit la nouvelle saison des clubs de lecture!
Joignez-vous à nous pour des discussions conviviales au sujet des livres francophones. Quand vous vous inscrivez, vous recevrez une copie physique du livre - sans avoir besoin de la réserver! Si vous voulez une copie numérique, veuillez placer une commande en cliquant sur le lien du titre désiré ci-bas.
12 septembre: Qimmik, par Michel Jean
17 octobre: La vie de ma mère, par Natalie Petrowski
14 novembre: Rue Duplessis, par Jean-Phillipe Pleau
12 décembre: Peuple de verre, par Catherine Leroux
Thursdays, Oct 17, 2024 - Oct 24, 2024
4:00pm
60 minutes
2 sessions remaining
Hey Tweens! Join us after school for S.T.E.A.M fun.
October 17 – Chemical Reactions
October 24 – Viscosity (including Halloween preparation)
Ages 8-12.
Registration required
Thursdays, Oct 17, 2024 - Dec 19, 2024
7:00pm
90 minutes
3 sessions remaining
Join us to discuss books from the science fiction and fantasy genres each month. All are welcome!
Every 3rd Thursday of the month from 7:00pm to 8:30pm.
Here's what we're reading autumn/winter 2024:
Please note: Registrants are responsible for securing a copy of the book to read or listen to.
Friday Oct 18, 2024 at 11:00am
60 minutes
Join us for a workshop presented by the Ontario Legal Information Centre.
This workshop will focus on the ABCs of wills: how to make your will, dying without a will, all things related to the estate trustee or liquidator and powers of Attorney and Guardianships in Ontario.
Registration required.
Friday Oct 18, 2024 at 2:00pm
60 minutes
Join us for an afternoon of crafting! Participants will create unique 3D paper pumpkins for home décor or gift giving. Supplies will be provided.
Friday Oct 18, 2024 at 2:00pm
120 minutes
If your Windows computer is getting sluggish, you don't have to re-install Windows just to gain back lost performance. Chris Taylor, President of the Ottawa PC Users' Group will demonstrate and explain how to safely use many native and free 3rd party tools that can help speed up Windows.
Registration required