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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.

  • cartoon images of teens striking different poses
    Thursday Mar 13, 2025 at 2:00pm

    Participants will learn how to describe what creditors look for when approving a consumer for credit; list 5 components of your credit score, distinguish between secured and unsecured financing, and avoid various credit traps. Presented by the Credit Counselling Society. Teen program. Registration required. 

    Ottawa Public Library is committed to making its programs accessible to everyone.  If you need specific accommodations, please fill out this form: https://biblioottawalibrary.ca/en/accessible-services-request-form
    We prefer at least three weeks' notice for accommodation requests. 

  • animals playing detective
    Friday Mar 14, 2025 at 11:00am

    Registration opens on Monday, February 10, 2025 - 10:00am

    Suite à la lecture d’un conte provenant de la collection de la Bibliothèque publique d’Ottawa, découvrez comment les mots peuvent se transformer en mouvement! Explorez votre imaginaire en bougeant avec les artistes de Tara Luz Danse de façon ludique et créative. Cette activité multisensorielle se terminera avec un coloriage en lien avec l’atelier vécu. Présenté par Tara Luz Danse. Programme familial pour les 4 ans et plus. Inscription requise. 

    La Bibliothèque publique d’Ottawa (BPO) s’efforce de rendre ses programmes universellement accessibles. Si vous avez besoin de mesures d’adaptation, veuillez remplir le présent formulaire : https://biblioottawalibrary.ca/fr/formulaire-de-demande-de-services-accessibles
    Il est préférable de présenter votre demande au moins trois semaines à l’avance. 

  • cartoon images of teens striking different poses
    Friday Mar 14, 2025 at 2:00pm

    Registration opens on Monday, February 10, 2025 - 10:00am

    You get home and you're so hungry. Before you order take out or get hangry - consider these quick, easy (and affordable!) meals that highlight different types of noodles that can be ready in 15 minutes or less! We'll highlight ramen, rice noodles and a pasta shape of the moment - using a few key ingredients, see how quickly you can have meals ready, not just for you - but also for the family! This one hour lesson can be viewed as an interactive demo, or recipes will be shared in advance so you can cook along from home!  Presented by Radical Eatery.

    Ottawa Public Library is committed to making its programs accessible to everyone.  If you need specific accommodations, please fill out this form: https://biblioottawalibrary.ca/en/accessible-services-request-form
    We prefer at least three weeks' notice for accommodation requests. 

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    Thursday Mar 20, 2025 at 6:00pm

    Experience the beauty of Alaska through Lynda's photos and narration of multiple Alaskan cruises. Explore the glaciers and watch her pan for gold! Presented by Lynda Buske from the Ottawa PC Users' Group and the Orleans Photo Club.

    Registration required. Registrants will receive an additional email with the Zoom link ahead of the program.