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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.

  • Saturday Apr 5, 2025 at 11:00am

    Get a Techno Buddy!

    Technology and Social Media can be overwhelming.

    Teen Volunteers share their Social Media knowledge with older Adult in a two-on-one setting.  

    Areas of technology help will focus on user’s personal account use by initial setting up of the accounts and how use the site:

    Facebook

    Instagram

    X (former Twitter)

    Pinterest

    One hour= One topic

    If you want to cover a different topic from the list, Facilitator will need to approve it, as this is a one hour session.

    Meeting place: Teen Zone on the 3rd floor.

    Please bring your device fully charged (ex. cell phone, tablet, or laptop).

    Please provide a phone number we can contact you about your topic.

    You can sign up for one session and one waiting list slot per quarter.

  • Monday Apr 7, 2025 at 6:00pm

    Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools have exploded over the last few years. They can supercharge your web searches and help you find the most relevant information. They can generate images, a personalized song, summarize long text, describe the content of videos, and more. Chris Taylor from the Ottawa PC Users' Group will show you how easily it can be done and how to detect dreaded "AI hallucinations". And you can do it all for free!  

    Registration is limited. Please pre-register online. ​

  • A CPU, tablet, and smartphone
    Tuesday Apr 8, 2025 at 6:00pm

    Join us for an overview of Libby, an app that allows you to borrow eBooks, audiobooks, and magazines through the Ottawa Public Library.

    This session will include how to navigate the app, borrowing and putting books on hold, logging into our partner libraries, and other helpful tips and tricks. This program will be held in the computer lab so that you can follow along on the computer, but feel free to bring your own device if you would prefer. 

  • Thursday Apr 10, 2025 at 6:00pm

    If your Windows computer is getting sluggish, you don't have to re-install Windows just to gain back lost performance. Chris Taylor, President of the Ottawa PC Users' Group will demonstrate and explain how to safely use many native and free 3rd party tools that can help speed up Windows.

  • Restoring Old Photos
    Tuesday Apr 15, 2025 at 2:00pm

    Learn how to extend the battery life of your PC laptop, discover the handy Microsoft PowerToys, detect fake USB flash drives before you lose data, learn why you should avoid PC "fix-it" utilities, and embed music in PowerPoint presentations.

    Chris Taylor, President of the Ottawa PC Users' Group, will help you with these quick and effective remedies.

  • Saturday Apr 19, 2025 at 11:00am

    Registration opens on Monday, March 17, 2025 - 10:00am

    Get a Techno Buddy!

    Technology and Social Media can be overwhelming.

    Teen Volunteers share their Social Media knowledge with older Adult in a two-on-one setting.  

    Areas of technology help will focus on user’s personal account use by initial setting up of the accounts and how use the site:

    Facebook

    Instagram

    X (former Twitter)

    Pinterest

    One hour= One topic

    If you want to cover a different topic from the list, Facilitator will need to approve it, as this is a one hour session.

    Meeting place: Teen Zone on the 3rd floor.

    Please bring your device fully charged (ex. cell phone, tablet, or laptop).

    Please provide a phone number we can contact you about your topic.

    You can sign up for one session and one waiting list slot per quarter.

  • Thursday Apr 24, 2025 at 6:00pm

    Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools have exploded over the last few years. They can supercharge your web searches and help you find the most relevant information. They can generate images, personalized songs, summarize long text, describe the content of videos, and more. Chris Taylor from the Ottawa PC Users' Group will show you how easily it can be done and how to detect dreaded "AI hallucinations". And you can do it all for free.

    If you plan to attend, please register to ensure the program is presented.

  • image of computer, phone, & tablet
    Friday Apr 25, 2025 at 2:00pm

    We are told: don't write down passwords; don't reuse passwords; make passwords long and complex. Chris Taylor, President of the Ottawa PC Users' Group will show how to use free software that stores all your usernames and passwords along with related information and protects them with a single, very strong password. Don't let your online accounts get compromised. It's easy and free. 

    Registration required

  • Monday Apr 28, 2025 at 2:00pm

    And, if it’s free, can it be any good?  In this session, we will find that the answer to both questions is a resounding yes.  There is lots of free software available, and many free programs are very good indeed.  So, join us to find out about some must-have and absolutely free software! Presented by Alan German from the Ottawa PC Users' Group.

    Registration required.

  • Wednesday Apr 30, 2025 at 2:30pm (series runs until Jun 25, 2025)

    Have questions about your own device i.e.: tablet, phone, or laptop?  Need help with e-books or other online library services?  Hazeldean staff will be available to assist you with basic tech questions.  *NO TECHNOLOGY REPAIRS* Please bring your own device and library card.