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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.

  • Saturday Jun 01, 2024 at 2:30pm
    60 minutes

    What 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.

  • Saturday Jun 01, 2024 at 3:00pm
    120 minutes

    Join us for our monthly e-sports tournament where we play PS4 games such as NBA 2K24, FC Sports 24, and Rocket League.  Snacks provided.

    For kids and teens.  Registration beings 30 minutes before the program at the door.

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    Rejoignez-nous pour notre tournoi mensuel d'e-sports où nous jouons à des jeux PS4 tels que NBA 2K24, FC Sports 24, et Rocket League.  Collations fournies.

    Pour les enfants et les adolescents.  L'inscription se fait 30 minutes avant le programme à la porte.

  • Builders Club

    Mondays, Jun 03, 2024 - Jun 07, 2024
    10:00am
    120 minutes

    2 sessions remaining

    Create and build with Lego®! Drop-in. For ages 6-12. 

    Architectes en herbe, à vos Lego®! Inscription non requise. Pour les 6-12 ans. 

  • Mondays, Jun 03, 2024 - Jun 10, 2024
    10:30am
    30 minutes

    2 sessions remaining

    Stories, rhymes and songs for children of all ages and a parent or caregiver. No program May 20.

  • Illustrated web banner with paint brushes and paint.

    Mondays, Jun 03, 2024 - Jun 07, 2024
    11:00am
    180 minutes

    2 sessions remaining

    Looking for something to do?  Drop in for some crafts and games.  

    Tu t’ennuies? Tu ne sais pas quoi faire?  Viens à la biblio pour bricoler et jouer.  

  • Adult playing board game with children

    Monday Jun 03, 2024 at 1:00pm
    150 minutes

    A weekly outing for home-schooling families. Board games, building blocks, LEGO® bricks, and... as many books as you may want to read!

    NOTE : during March Break, this room will be open to all! A structured activity is likely to be planned. Stay tuned.

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    Une belle sortie hebdomadaire pour les  familles qui font l'école à la maison. Jeux de société, blocs LEGO® et... autant de livres que tu désires en lire!

    À noter : durant la semaine de relâche de mars, cette salle sera ouverte à tous! Il est possible qu'une activité avec animation soit planifiée. À suivre!

  • Mondays, Jun 03, 2024 - Jun 08, 2024
    1:00pm
    120 minutes

    3 sessions remaining

    Take a trip through a life-sized Candy Land game at the library. You will become the game piece as you follow the rainbow path through a magical land of sweet surprises on your way to King Kandy’s Castle. Drop-in program.    All ages are welcome.

  • Mondays, Jun 03, 2024 - Jun 21, 2024
    2:00pm
    90 minutes

    2 sessions remaining

    For ages 6-12. Create and build with Lego®! 

    NOTE: This is a stay and play program without staff supervision. 

    Friday, January 26

    Friday, February 2

    Friday, February 16

    Friday, April 26

    Monday, June 3

    Friday, June 21

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    Pour les 6 à 12 ans. Architectes en herbe, à vos Lego® !

    NOTEZ BIEN : Cette activité n’est pas supervisée par le personnel. 

    le vendredi 26 janvier

    le vendredi 2 février 

    le vendredi 16 février 

    le vendredi 26 avril

    le lundi 3 juin

    le vendredi 21 juin

  • Children working together at a table.

    Monday Jun 03, 2024 at 2:00pm
    60 minutes

    Come get excited about STEM with us! 

    Every two weeks during our regular Monday Homeschool Happenings program, there will be science experiments suitable for children ages 6-12 years and their adult co-learner. 

    This program is in partnership with the Let's Talk Science with UOttawa and Carleton U.

    Dates are as follows : 

    -January 29

    -February 12

    -February 26

    -March 11 **This is March Break week -- registration is required.

    -March 25

    -April 8

    -April 22

    -May 6

    -June 3

  • Mondays, Jun 03, 2024 - Jun 07, 2024
    2:00pm
    120 minutes

    2 sessions remaining

    Looking for something to do on the upcoming PD Days? Our Richmond branch will host you with games, activities, Lego, crafts, toys, etc.   Come and join in the fun and bring a friend!  

    -April 8

    -June 3

    -June 7