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  • Spark: A STEM Storytime

    Tuesdays, Oct 03, 2023 - Oct 24, 2023
    10:30am
    60 minutes

    4 sessions remaining

    A fun program of discovery for preschoolers and their adult co-learner.

    Explore elements of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) through hands-on inquiry-based activities and story. For ages 3-4. 

  • stem kids

    Thursdays, Oct 05, 2023 - Oct 19, 2023
    4:00pm
    60 minutes

    3 sessions remaining

    Stories and activities that support Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math.​

    ​For a child aged 3-6 and a parent or caregiver. Registration required.

    Please reserve a space for each child attending with a library card. 

  • Dickinson Discovery Club, Let's Talk Science

    Thursday Oct 05, 2023 at 6:00pm
    60 minutes

    Tinkering, Coding, Creating, Experimenting and Designing.

    Come get excited about STEM with us.

    For thinkers ages 6-8 years and their adult co-learner.

    A program in partnership with the University of Ottawa's Let's Talk Science Program.

  • paint swirl kids having fun

    Friday Oct 06, 2023 at 10:30am
    60 minutes

    Join Ottawa Children's Theatre at Rockcliffe Park for a wild ride of creative energy!

    In Dive Into Improv! students immerse themselves in the spontaneity and physical energy of improvisation. We’ll create scenes and original characters through theatrical play and outrageous fun!

    Use various techniques (verbal and physical) to interpret and respond to different scenarios; explore Shakespearean language and characters; roleplaying, learning to communicate thoughts, feelings, and ideas; learning to speak and act with confidence.

    Registration required as space is limited.  English.  Ages 7-12.

  • Sleuth Hounds

    Saturdays, Oct 07, 2023 - Oct 28, 2023
    10:30am
    120 minutes

    4 sessions remaining

    The program aims to help children practice and improve their reading skills! Children will receive individualized reading help and encouragement. Ages 6-12. Online Registration Required / Ce programme contribue au développement de la lecture chez les jeunes en favorisant l'accompagnement comme moyen privilégié d'apprentissage et de partage. Pour les 6-12 ans. Inscription en ligne requise

    Step 1. Register for program / Étape 1: S'inscrire au programme.

    Step 2. You will be added to the wait list. / Étape 2: Vous serez ajouté à la liste d'attente.

    Step 3. An employee will contact you to complete the registration. / Étape 3: Un employé communiquera avec vous pour compléter l'enregistrement.

  • Night Lights

    Tuesdays, Oct 10, 2023 - Dec 05, 2023
    6:30pm
    60 minutes

    3 sessions remaining

    Sorry this event and its waiting list are full

    Have you started reading on your own? Looking for the next best early reader or beginner chapter book? Come join the Night Lights Book Club. We will listen to stories, share our favourites and participate in book-related activities. Registration required. For 6 to 8 year olds. 

  • Three children reading together

    Thursdays, Oct 12, 2023 - Dec 14, 2023
    6:30pm
    60 minutes

    3 sessions remaining

    This club will start meeting on the 2nd Thursday of the month starting in October! Come share the enjoyment of reading books with other kids ages 9-12.

    For our first meeting on October 12, we're going to have a Battle of the Books and pick our reads for the next meetings!

    Parents and/or caregivers are encouraged to accompany their child.

    Registration required (up to 10 participants).

  • Saturday Oct 14, 2023 at 10:30am
    60 minutes

    From the solar eclipse to the stars above come explore the wonders and a craft.  For ages 6+.  Please register online.

  • Saturday Oct 14, 2023 at 2:00pm
    60 minutes

    Get inspired to read and discuss great books with other avid readers. 

    Come ready to talk about your favourites and participate in book-related activities. 

    For ages 8-12. Registration required.

    Please reserve a space for each child attending, with a library card. 

  • Thursday Oct 19, 2023 at 6:00pm
    60 minutes

    Ages 8 - 13 years old.

    Barbies are DYING for a makeover! Join us and "zombie" a Barbie.

    All supplies (including a Barbie or a Ken) will be provided. Please register for this program.