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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.

  • Tuesdays, Sep 10, 2024 - Apr 29, 2025
    1:00pm
    90 minutes

    17 sessions remaining

    Join us for an informal gathering of knitting enthusiasts - from beginners to experts. Share your ideas and projects in a relaxed social atmosphere.

  • People conversing

    Tuesdays, Sep 10, 2024 - Dec 17, 2024
    1:30pm
    90 minutes

    41 sessions remaining

    Join our English conversation groups! All levels are welcome. Free. Drop-in. 

    Joignez-vous à notre groupes de conversation en anglais ! Les personnes de tous les niveaux sont les bienvenues. Gratuit. Inscription non-requise. 

  • Tuesdays, Sep 10, 2024 - Oct 22, 2024
    1:30pm
    30 minutes

    7 sessions remaining

    Stories, rhymes and songs for babies and a parent or caregiver. 0-18 months. Drop-in program.

    Contes, comptines et chansons pour les bébés et un parent ou gardien. 0 à 18 mois. Programme portes ouvertes.

  • Tuesdays, Sep 10, 2024 - Dec 17, 2024
    2:00pm
    30 minutes

    14 sessions remaining

    Stories, rhymes and songs for babies and a parent or caregiver. 0-18 months. Drop-in.

  • Tuesdays, Sep 10, 2024 - Dec 31, 2024
    2:00pm
    60 minutes

    9 sessions remaining

    Want to learn more about your family history or getting stuck working on your family tree?  

    Drop-in to work on your family tree, share research strategies, and discover what resources are available for your research. Sessions are held every other Tuesday at 2:00pm in the Genealogy area. 

    Specialists from the Ontario Genealogical Society Ottawa Branch and the Ottawa Public Library will answer questions and help you get the most from library resources.  

    Bring your laptop, tablet, or borrow a Chromebook from the library.  

    All welcome! 

  • Tuesdays, Sep 10, 2024 - Dec 17, 2024
    2:00pm
    120 minutes

    15 sessions remaining

    Do you like to knit, crochet, or do handwork of some sort? Please join like-minded individuals for an enjoyable afternoon of crafting. Bring any project that you are working on.  Drop In

  • Tuesdays, Sep 10, 2024 - Oct 22, 2024
    2:15pm
    30 minutes

    7 sessions remaining

    Stories, rhymes and songs for babies and parent or caregiver. 0-18 months. 30 min.

  • Adult reading a book to baby

    Tuesdays, Sep 10, 2024 - Dec 10, 2024
    2:30pm
    30 minutes

    13 sessions remaining

    Stories, rhymes and songs for babies and a parent or caregiver. 0-18 months.

    **Note: No program on Oct 29.

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    Contes, comptines et chansons pour les bébés et un parent ou gardien. 0 à 18 mois.

    **Remarque : pas de programme le 29 octobre.

  • Couch piled high with crocheted squares

    Tuesdays, Sep 10, 2024 - Jun 10, 2025
    3:00pm
    120 minutes

    10 sessions remaining

    The Granny Squares for Warmth (GSFW) group was created in November 2020 as a Barrhaven-based group with a mission to create and donate hand-made blankets in the Ottawa area. ​

    In addition to blankets, members have also made and donated shawls, hats, and baby wear. ​

    Join us to crochet and join granny squares, to share and learn crochet stitches and techniques and to build a sense of community by making blankets for those in need. ​
    Everyone is welcome!

  • Mario

    Tuesdays, Sep 10, 2024 - Dec 17, 2024
    3:00pm
    60 minutes

    13 sessions remaining

    Drop-in to play video games on our PS4 and WiiU. For ages 13-18. Drop-in.