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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, Sep 09, 2024 - Dec 23, 2024
    10:00am
    120 minutes

    13 sessions remaining

    Are you looking for work? Unemployed or underemployed?

    Drop-in to meet one-on-one with an Employment Counsellor from the Pinecrest-Queensway Employment Services team.

    Sessions will be held in study room number 1 on the 2nd floor of the library while the elevator is under refurbishment.

    Should you see that the counsellor is busy with another person, please wait outside patiently for your turn. Thank you.

  • 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
    6:30pm
    60 minutes

    15 sessions remaining

    Do you need a casual, friendly environment where you can practice your English-speaking skills?  Look no further than the English Conversation Group!  Receive guidance from our experienced conversation group leaders, meet new people, and gain confidence in your English speaking.

  • Sleuth Hounds

    Tuesdays, Sep 10, 2024 - Jun 10, 2025
    6:30pm
    90 minutes

    10 sessions remaining

    Participez à des rencontres sociales pour discuter d’une grande variété de livres sélectionnés par les membres du club de lecture. Cette activité est ouverte à tous. Les personnes inscrites ont la responsabilité d’obtenir un exemplaire du livre à lire ou à écouter.

    Les 2e mardi du mois de septembre à juin, de 18h30 à 20h.

    septembreUn animal sauvage par Joël Dicker

    octobreÉveil à Kitchike par Louis-Karl Picard-Sioui

    novembreLes insolents par Ann Scott

    décembreTreize verbes pour vivre par Marie Laberge

    janvierAmis, chers amis par Bernard Pivot

    févrierQimmik par Michel Jean

    marsLes villes de papier par Dominique Fortier

    avril: La vie heureuse par David Foenkinos

    maiLe livre des sœurs par Amélie Nothomb

    juin: Le violon d'Adrien par Gary Victor

  • Wednesdays, Sep 11, 2024 - Dec 18, 2024
    10:30am
    60 minutes

    15 sessions remaining

    Do you need a casual, friendly environment where you can practice your English-speaking skills?  Look no further than the English Conversation Group!  Receive guidance from our experienced conversation group leaders, meet new people, and gain confidence in your English speaking.

  • Sleuth Hounds

    Thursdays, Sep 12, 2024 - Feb 13, 2025
    1:30pm
    90 minutes

    6 sessions remaining

    Come meet to enjoy and discuss a wide variety of books selected by book club members. All are welcome!

    Every second Thursday of the month from 1.30pm to 3.00pm.

    Here's what we're reading in 2024/2025:

    • March 14: Dead Wake by Eric Larson
    • April 11: Warlight by Michael Ondaatje 
    • May 9: American Dirt by Jeanine Cummins
    • June 6: Bad Blood: Secrets and Lies in a Silicon Valley Start-Up by John Carreyrou
    • July 11: Mansions of the Moon by Shyam Selvadurai
    • August 8: Looking for Jane by Heather Marshall
    • September 12: On the Ravine by Vincent Lam
    • October 10: The Story of Us by Catherine Hernandez
    • November 14: Snow by John Banville
    • December 12: Three Holidays and a Wedding by Uzma Jalaluddin
    • January 9: A Newfoundlander in Canada by Alan Doyle
    • February 13: The Drowning Woman by Robin Harding
  • Sundays, Sep 15, 2024 - Dec 15, 2024
    11:00am
    180 minutes

    4 sessions remaining

    Interested in miniature gaming with toy soldiers? Join in to play science fiction, high fantasy and historical games. Presented by the Ottawa Miniatures Gamers.

    Drop-in program for ages 12 and up.

    All materials will be supplied.

  • Mondays, Sep 16, 2024 - Dec 16, 2024
    1:00pm
    120 minutes

    4 sessions remaining

    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. 

    Fall/Winter 2024 Conversation Themes:

    September 16th: Man's Best Friend

    October 21st: Travel the World

    November 18th: Sports

    December 16th: My Castle, My Home

  • Tuesday Sep 17, 2024 at 2:00pm
    90 minutes

    Sorry this event and its waiting list are full

    Neurographic art is a meditative process that helps relieve anxiety and reduce stress. We will create an abstract work of art using black markers and watercolour paints.  No previous drawing experience is required.  All supplies will be provided.

  • Wednesdays, Sep 18, 2024 - Dec 18, 2024
    2:00pm
    60 minutes

    14 sessions remaining

    Looking for a way to relax and meet other people? Stop in for a casual weekly gathering at the library.

    Chess, cards, puzzles, colouring, and board games will be available.

    All supplies are provided.