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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.

  • Web banner for hobbies and crafts

    Fridays, Sep 20, 2024 - Dec 27, 2024
    1:30pm
    120 minutes

    15 sessions remaining

    Come play cards, roll the dice or play board games with us!

  • colourful balls of yarn

    Fridays, Sep 20, 2024 - Dec 27, 2024
    2:00pm
    90 minutes

    15 sessions remaining

    Bring your knitting or crochet project (or needlepoint, cross-stitch, etc) and share tips and tricks, ideas and conversations with fellow enthusiasts. For adults of all abilities. Drop-in.

    Apportez votre projet de tricot ou de crochet (ou broderie, point de croix, etc) afin d'échanger des conseils, des idées et converser avec d'autres passionnés. Pour les adultes de tous les niveaux. Aucune inscription requise.

  • Fridays, Sep 20, 2024 - Jun 20, 2025
    2:00pm
    60 minutes

    9 sessions remaining

    Do you enjoy reading mysteries? Share the enjoyment of good mysteries in a relaxed atmosphere. Join us for discussion usually every third Friday of the month. 

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    Fridays, Sep 20, 2024 - Dec 20, 2024
    3:00pm
    90 minutes

    14 sessions remaining

    Join our free English conversation group to practice speaking in English in a relaxed and friendly environment.

    All levels are welcome to this drop-in program.

    Rejoignez notre groupe de conversation en anglais gratuit pour pratiquer l'anglais dans une atmosphère détendue.

    Tous les niveaux sont les bienvenus à ce programme , inscription non requise.

  • Web banner for Arts and Culture

    Friday Sep 20, 2024 at 4:00pm
    60 minutes

    Drop-in after school to help us get ready for Canadian Library Month in October by creating your own unique bookmarks! Use your creativity to shine a positive light in the neighbourhood. We will make your bookmarks available to community members in October.

    Drop-in. Ages 8-12.

  • Friday Sep 20, 2024 at 4:00pm
    120 minutes

    Come watch a FREE screening of fun, family-friendly movies every Friday this fall at the Blackburn Hamlet branch! Bring your own water bottle. Costumes are always welcome!  

    Luca (2021) - 95 mins - G

    Set in a beautiful seaside town on the Italian Riviera, a young boy experiences an unforgettable summer filled with gelato, pasta and endless scooter rides. Luca shares these adventures with his newfound best friend, Alberto, but all the fun is threatened by a deeply-held secret: they are sea monsters from another world just below the water’s surface.

    Le film sera visionné en anglais / Movie will be shown in English 

  • Saturdays, Sep 21, 2024 - Dec 28, 2024
    10:30am
    30 minutes

    15 sessions remaining

    Stories, rhymes and puppets for children and a parent /caregiver. 

    Drop in.

    30 minutes

    No program September 28

  • Saturdays, Sep 21, 2024 - Oct 26, 2024
    10:30am
    30 minutes

    6 sessions remaining

    Stories, rhymes and songs for children of all ages and a parent or caregiver. Drop-in.

  • Saturdays, Sep 21, 2024 - Dec 14, 2024
    10:30am
    30 minutes

    12 sessions remaining

    Stories, rhymes, and songs for families with young children. The first half hour will be an interactive storytime program. The last half hour there will be self-directed activities and toys for parents/caregivers and young children. 

    Drop-in program.

  • Synapcity Pulses Conversations that Matter

    Saturdays, Sep 21, 2024 - Nov 30, 2024
    10:30am
    120 minutes

    10 sessions remaining

    Introducing Pulses, a new offering from Synapcity, the hosts of Ottawa's Civics Boot Camp. 

    Be a part of weekly conversations that matter. With local chapters launching in locations across Ottawa, these weekly discussions will not only inform but allow you to have your say on key issues such as climate, housing, transit, arts, inclusion and more. 

    Perfect for anyone looking to engage with their community in a fresh way, these spaces are made for you to build and connect with your neighbours.

    Each of these small group sessions will be guided by a trained facilitator. Whether it's a mini Boot Camp, a guest speaker session, a book club talk or an open dialogue, these sessions provide a space focused on community building and fostering local connections.

    Coming this fall, don’t miss Pulses - the newest city-making program from Synapcity. 

    REGISTER HERE: https://bit.ly/SynapcityPulses

    No program October 12th (due to Thanksgiving holiday).