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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.

  • Friday May 9, 2025 at 2:30pm

    Come and join us to make personalized greeting cards. We supply the cards and the material.

    Venez nous rejoindre pour créer des cartes de souhaits. Nous fournissons les cartes et le matériel.

  • Saturday May 10, 2025 at 1:30pm

    Join a band of adventurers as they set out from the seaside town of Dragonsbourne. This is part six of a continuing adventure that takes place in the location of Dragonsbourne, and its surroundings. This game is intended for teens who have played D&D before, but beginners are also welcome. Please bring a 3rd level character and dice. Pre-made characters and dice will be provided for those who do not have their own. This game is intended for ages 13-17.

  • Saturday May 10, 2025 at 1:30pm

    The Stittsville Creative Writing Group Presents: Welcome to Writing - After the Draft.

    Once your book is complete how do you go about publishing? Join independent author John W Partington for a nuts and bolts demonstration of how to publish your work as an independent author on international distribution networks. Topics covered will be the types of publishing available, dashboards of the more common distribution sites like Amazon's KDP or Draft2Digital for e-books, and some of the other joys and pitfalls which can happen when publishing your book.

  • Mommy & Me Painting - Pandas
    Saturday May 10, 2025 at 2:00pm

    Registration opens on Monday, April 28, 2025 - 10:00am

    Join us for a story followed by an opportunity to create a work of art together! A child and their guardian will receive canvases and paint them so that come together to make an image.

    Note: The program is limited to 1 child per 1 guardian. One registration reserves a spot for a guardian and a child.

    Registration required. For children age 8 and up and their guardian.

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    Saturday May 10, 2025 at 2:30pm

    Sorry this event and its waiting list are full

    Participants will learn to make pulled string paintings using string, paint, and paper.

  • Monday May 12, 2025 at 1:00pm

    An open house for persons with dementia, their care partners, and families. 

    Fun and stimulating mental activities are planned to enhance the social interactions and connections built within the group. Light snacks and warm drinks are served alongside items that aim to spark conversations and reminiscing. 

    If there's anything you would like to bring based on this weeks theme, we would love to see and hear about it!

    May theme: The Heart of the Home; The Kitchen

    This program is drop-in, but if you choose to register you will receive a reminder email.

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    Monday May 12, 2025 at 2:30pm (series runs until Dec 15, 2025)

    Sorry this event and its waiting list are full

    The Stittsville Branch Afternoon Book Club meet on the third Monday of most months and read a variety of fiction and non-fiction books.  Registration is required.
     

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    Monday May 12, 2025 at 6:00pm

    Canada North attracts travellers from around the world who want to discover the pristine beauty and grandiose space our country has to offer. Carole Gobeil, a polar travel specialist here in Ottawa has travelled to these remote areas many times and loves sharing her passion with other curious adventurers.  Places like Yukon, NorthWest Territories, Nunavut, Nunavik, Labrador are to be discovered at this travel talk.

    Registration is limited. Please pre-register online

  • Monday May 12, 2025 at 6:00pm

    Sorry this event and its waiting list are full

    Bring your curiosity and unleash your creativity! Join us for Mystery Craft Night, where the project is a surprise until you arrive. Whether it is painting, paper crafting or upcycling, you'll have fun experimenting with new materials and techniques.

    No experience? No problem! All supplies will be provided. 

  • Monday May 12, 2025 at 6:00pm

    Are you looking to start a new business or expand an existing one?  Market research can help you to better understand your market. It is one of the most important things you can do to ensure the success of your business idea.  This workshop discusses how to conduct market research, outlines the types of market research, and provides tips on how to plan your search. Included are specific examples to illustrate how to use the many free resources available to you to obtain specific information.  Presented by a Business Librarian.