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.
Thursdays, May 16, 2024 - Jun 20, 2024
11:00am
60 minutes
2 sessions remaining
Nos dernières sessions avant la pause d'été! Veuillez nous joindre le 3e jeudi de chaque mois pour des rencontres conviviales afin de discuter des livres de langue française.
Quand vous vous inscrivez, nous vous réservons une copie du livre - pas besoin de le commander vous-même, à moins que vous préférez apprécier le titre dans un autre format. Au plaisir de vous voir!
Tuesdays, May 21, 2024 - Jun 18, 2024
1:30pm
60 minutes
2 sessions remaining
All aboard for the final leg of our tour around the world, with Sweden, Nigeria, and Spain! Join us the third Tuesday of each month where we will discuss a title set in a different country and/or written by a foreign author.
When you register, we will reserve a copy of the book for you - no need to place a hold, unless you would like to enjoy the book in a different format. This is the last chance to get your Reader's Passport stamped before the summer!
Thursdays, May 23, 2024 - Jun 27, 2024
7:00pm
60 minutes
2 sessions remaining
Our final book club sessions before the summer break!
Come join us the 4th Thursday of every month for lively discussion on a variety of English-language books. Everything from non-fiction to fantasy to gentle reads, there's something for everyone - and you may find a new genre that appeals to you!
When you register, we will reserve a copy of the book for you - no need to place a hold, unless you would like to enjoy the book in a different format.
For June, we'll be having a BYOB party... Bring Your Own Book Party, that is! Whether it be an old favourite, or something new and amazing that recently crossed your path, we want to see what you recommend everyone should read and hear why you loved it. A list of the recommended titles will appear on the website after the event.
Fridays, Apr 26, 2024 - May 31, 2024
2:00pm
60 minutes
2 sessions remaining
Join in stimulating discussions on selected titles in a friendly and relaxed atmosphere on the last Friday of the month.
Mondays, Apr 29, 2024 - Jun 24, 2024
7:00pm
75 minutes
3 sessions remaining
La succursale Vanier de la Bibliothèque publique d’Ottawa invite les francophones et les francophiles de toutes générations à se joindre à un Cercle de Lecture. On y mettra l’accent sur les ouvrages écrits en français se rapportant à la francophonie canadienne. Chacune des personnes participantes aura le choix de présenter un livre de sa préférence, dans une atmosphère harmonieuse. Une animatrice en assurera le bon déroulement. Les rencontres du cercle auront lieu le dernier samedi de chaque mois (dès Octobre) de 19h à 20h15.
Tuesdays, Apr 30, 2024 - Jun 25, 2024
6:30pm
60 minutes
3 sessions remaining
Meet new people and share the enjoyment of good books in an informal and relaxed atmosphere. All are welcome!
Drop-in every last Tuesday of the month between 6:30-7:30pm.
January 30th, February 27th, March 26th, April 30th, May 28th, and June 25th.
Books are available at the Metcalfe branch service hub.
Wednesdays, May 01, 2024 - Jun 05, 2024
2:00pm
90 minutes
2 sessions remaining
Share the enjoyment of good books in a relaxed atmosphere!
Sept-June.
1st Wednesday of the month.
September 2023 - June 2024 Selections
SEPT 6
The Splendid and The Vile - Erik Larson
OCT 4
Rules of Civility - Amor Towles
NOV 1
The Company We Keep - Frances Itani
DEC 6
The Island of Missing Trees - Elif Shafak
Jan 3
Fight Night - Miriam Toews
FEB 7
The Lincoln Highway - Amor Towles
MARCH 6
The Island of Sea Women - Lisa See
APRIL 3
Permanent Astonishment - Tomson Highway
MAY 1
The Searcher - Tana French
JUNE 5
The Girl in His Shadow - Audrey Blake
Wednesdays, May 01, 2024 - Jun 05, 2024
6:30pm
90 minutes
2 sessions remaining
Wouldn't it be great to have a book club where you could just enjoy books—without any homework? At Silent Book Club, there's no assigned reading, just reading in companionable silence!
Each Silent Book Club will start with a short intro, where everyone gets to share what they are reading. Then there's silent reading hour! No pressure, no homework questions, just quiet social time with other people who love to read.
Drop-in program.
Thursdays, May 02, 2024 - Jun 06, 2024
1:30pm
90 minutes
2 sessions remaining
Share the enjoyment of good books in an informal and relaxed atmosphere. First Thursday of every month. New members welcome.
Thursdays, May 02, 2024 - Jun 06, 2024
2:00pm
60 minutes
2 sessions remaining
Share the enjoyment of good books in a relaxed atmosphere. Join us for discussions on the first Thursday of every month from 2 to 3 p.m.
January 11 : Bloomsbury Girls by Natalie Jenner (Note the date change)
February 1: Horse by Geraldine Brooks
March 7: Eleanor Oliphant is Completely Fine by Gail Honeyman
April 4: The Mercies by Kiran Millwood Hargrave
May 2: Hang the Moon by Jeannette Walls
June 6: The Night Portrait by Laura Morelli
All meetings are scent-free.