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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.

  • Mondays, Apr 29, 2024 - Jun 03, 2024
    10:35am
    30 minutes

    5 sessions remaining

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

                                                                                   April 29             May 20 CLOSED

                                                                                    May 6                May 27 

                                                                                    May 13              June 3

  • Mondays, Apr 29, 2024 - May 13, 2024
    11:00am
    30 minutes

    3 sessions remaining

    Meet new friends after storytime!

    Chat and play with puppets, building blocks, puzzles and much more.

    Drop in.

  • Toddlertime

    Mondays, Apr 29, 2024 - May 27, 2024
    11:15am
    30 minutes

    4 sessions remaining

    Stories, rhymes and songs for toddlers together with their parents or caregivers.

    Ages 19 to 35 months.

    Drop-in program. 

  • Mondays, Apr 29, 2024 - May 13, 2024
    1:15pm
    30 minutes

    3 sessions remaining

    Stories, rhymes, songs and activities for babies (ages 0-18 months) and a parent/caregiver. 

  • Mondays, Apr 29, 2024 - Jun 10, 2024
    1:30pm
    90 minutes

    6 sessions remaining

    Baby playgroups are facilitated by Early Childhood Educators with early learning activities for babies and a chance for caregivers to network and share experiences.   A partnership between the Early On Family and Child Centre and the Library. 

    Ages 0-12 months.  Drop in Program.

  • Mondays, Apr 29, 2024 - Jun 24, 2024
    1:30pm
    90 minutes

    8 sessions remaining

    Do you already have some basic English language skills, and are you looking for a casual, friendly environment where you can practice your English speaking skills?

    Join our English conversation group!

    Receive guidance from our leaders, meet new people and gain confidence in your ability to speak English.

    Vous avez déjà une base en anglais et vous cherchez un endroit avec une ambiance décontractée et amicale pour pratiquer vos habiletés de converser en anglais?

    Joignez-vous à notre groupe de conversation en anglais!

    Recevez des conseils, rencontrez de nouvelles personnes et gagnez de la confiance à converser en anglais.

    NO PROGRAM ON MONDAY, APRIL 8, 2024.

  • Mondays, Apr 29, 2024 - Jun 24, 2024
    1:30pm
    120 minutes

    3 sessions remaining

    The Ottawa Public Library has thousands of digital titles, discover how to access them using resources like Libby and cloudLibrary. Come join us in this monthly drop-in session where we help you learn how to use Ottawa Public Library resources to access eBooks and audiobooks.

  • Mondays, Apr 29, 2024 - May 13, 2024
    2:00pm
    240 minutes

    3 sessions remaining

    Enjoy games and meet new friends. We will have tea, games, cards, puzzles and colouring books.

  • Chess set

    Mondays, Apr 29, 2024 - Jun 03, 2024
    4:00pm
    90 minutes

    5 sessions remaining

    Interested in chess and looking for new opponents? 

    Teen volunteers will be on hand to help those who are learning!

    Reserved for players aged between 7-17.

  • Monday Apr 29, 2024 at 5:15pm
    30 minutes

    Sorry this event and its waiting list are full

    Do you have children ages 5-8?  Would you like them to read more?  Then join our weekly Reading Buddies program.   Each child will be paired with a teen volunteer for fun and interactive read aloud sessions.  Together they will share the joys of reading in a friendly, encouraging and enthusiastic environment.  Registration required.