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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.

  • Colorful picture of people conversing, with different shape bubbles above their heads

    Wednesdays, Nov 29, 2023 - Apr 10, 2024
    6:30pm
    60 minutes

    18 sessions remaining

    Every Wednesdays from 6:30-7:30 pm

    September 13th- December 20th

    Practice your English conversation skills in a relaxed and friendly environment. All levels are welcome in this free program.

  • Wednesday Nov 29, 2023 at 5:30pm
    60 minutes

    ***CHANGE OF VENUE***

    Carleton University, Ritchcraft Hall, Conference Rooms (2220, 2224, 2228).

    For inquiries or concerns please contact Carleton University 

    Registration is required

  • Wednesdays, Nov 29, 2023 - Jun 26, 2024
    6:30pm
    60 minutes

    28 sessions remaining

    Practice your English conversation skills in a relaxed and friendly environment. All levels are welcome to this drop-in program.

    **Note: No program December 20, 2023, December 27, 2023, and March 13, 2024. 

  • Wednesdays, Nov 29, 2023 - Mar 27, 2024
    6:30pm
    90 minutes

    16 sessions remaining

    Improve your English, share stories and make new friends!

    Améliorez votre anglais, partager des histoires et faites des amis!

  • Community Arts & Craft Swap

    Wednesdays, Nov 29, 2023 - Dec 27, 2023
    6:30pm
    90 minutes

    5 sessions remaining

    Got a portable craft project? Bring it along and chat with some fellow crafters while you work! Share your expertise if you're comfortable, and learn about what other folks are working on (or just make friends and bond over your latest tv show obsession)! Knitting, crochet, embroidery, felting, beading, and more.

  • Web banner for hobbies and crafts

    Wednesdays, Nov 29, 2023 - Mar 20, 2024
    7:00pm
    60 minutes

    8 sessions remaining

    If you are a knitter, a crocheter or a crafter, come and join us at Hazeldean Stitches. Share your ideas and projects with other yarn artists. All ages welcome! 

  • English Conversation Group

    Wednesdays, Nov 29, 2023 - Jun 26, 2024
    7:00pm
    60 minutes

    29 sessions remaining

    Practice your English conversation skills in a low-pressure, friendly environment. All levels are welcome. 

  • Thursdays, Nov 30, 2023 - Jun 27, 2024
    10:00am
    120 minutes

    7 sessions remaining

    The St. Laurent Book Club meet to enjoy and discuss a wide variety of books selected by book club members. ​

    All are welcome.​

    Upcoming dates and books:

    • Thursday, September 28th, 10am to 12pm - A Good Man by Guy Vanderhaeghe
    • Thursday, October 26th, 10am to 12pn - Where the Crawdads Sing by Delia Owens
    • Thursday, November 30th, 10am to 12pm - Circe by Madeline Miller
    • Thursday, January 25th, 10am to 12pm - The Midnight Library by Matt Haig
    • Thursday, February 29th, 10am to 12pm - Klara in the Sun by Kazuo Ishiguro
    • Thursday, March 28th, 10am to 12pm - All Things Consoled by Elisabeth Hay
    • Thursday, April 25th, 10am to 12pm - Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Gamus
    • Thursday, May 30th, 10am to 12pm - The Covenant of Water by Abraham Varghese
    • Thursday, June 27th, 10am to 12pm - Selection of titles for fall 2024
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    Thursdays, Nov 30, 2023 - Dec 02, 2023
    10:00am
    420 minutes

    3 sessions remaining

    Do you have a special request for Santa? We've got you covered! Come to the Richmond branch and write Santa a letter to let him know you've been extra good this year, and don't forget to share with him your hopes for Christmas morning surprises! Remember to include your name, age and address to receive a letter back from the big guy in red! 

    Starting: November 18th until Saturday December 2nd, 2023. 

    Grown ups: we will be sending out the letters on December 4th so that they get to the North Pole by  December 7,2023-  that is the date the Elf Post Office closes for the season. . 

    Richmond branch, OPL 
     

  • Thursdays, Nov 30, 2023 - Dec 14, 2023
    10:15am
    30 minutes

    3 sessions remaining

    Stories, rhymes and songs for children of all ages and a parent or caregiver. 30 min. Drop-in.