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.
Friday Apr 26, 2024 at 3:00pm
90 minutes
Drop by to play some of the many games on our Oculus Rift system! Explore mountains or deep seas, ride roller coasters, soar as an eagle, challenge your agility with Beat Saber or Fruit Ninja, defend your castle as an archer or your spaceship with a laser, and many more!
All games are single-player with English dialogue/text.
Safety tip: to prevent falls, wear closed flat shoes, not flip-flops or heels
Ages: 10 to Adult (headset may be too large to fit smaller players)
Saturday Apr 27, 2024 at 1:00pm
120 minutes
The Karsh brothers, arriving in Ottawa as young Amernian refugees, built careers as world-acclaimed photographers -- Yousuf with his penetrating portraits of some of the twentieth century's most prominent figures, and Malak for his exquisite eye in capturing the sublime beauty of nature and landscape.
Guest speaker Paul Couvrette, friend and colleague of the Karsh brothers, recounts their legacy.
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.
Tuesdays, Apr 30, 2024 - Jun 25, 2024
10:30am
60 minutes
5 sessions remaining
Colouring can have a calming effect on the mind and promote overall wellness.
Join us every second week on Tuesday mornings for a fun and relaxing session of adult coloring. An opportunity to let your inner artist free and be a kid again!
All supplies are provided. No experience required. All you need to bring is your creativity!
Tuesdays, Apr 30, 2024 - Aug 20, 2024
1:00pm
120 minutes
9 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.
This program runs every second Tuesday from 1:00-3:00 at the Stittsville Branch. Please click on "View Full Schedule" to see the list of upcoming Tuesdays. Any changes to the schedule will be reflected on this program listing.
Wednesdays, May 01, 2024 - Jun 05, 2024
2:00pm
90 minutes
2 sessions remaining
Share the enjoyment of good books in a relaxed atmosphere!
Sept-June.
1st Wednesday of the month.
September 2023 - June 2024 Selections
SEPT 6
The Splendid and The Vile - Erik Larson
OCT 4
Rules of Civility - Amor Towles
NOV 1
The Company We Keep - Frances Itani
DEC 6
The Island of Missing Trees - Elif Shafak
Jan 3
Fight Night - Miriam Toews
FEB 7
The Lincoln Highway - Amor Towles
MARCH 6
The Island of Sea Women - Lisa See
APRIL 3
Permanent Astonishment - Tomson Highway
MAY 1
The Searcher - Tana French
JUNE 5
The Girl in His Shadow - Audrey Blake
Thursdays, May 02, 2024 - Dec 05, 2024
1:00pm
120 minutes
8 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 the connections that are built within the group. Light snacks and warm drinks are served alongside items that aim to spark conversations and reminiscing.
First Thursday of each month (starts in May 2023). 1-3pm.
Thursdays, May 02, 2024 - Jun 06, 2024
1:30pm
90 minutes
2 sessions remaining
Share the enjoyment of good books in an informal and relaxed atmosphere. First Thursday of every month. New members welcome.
Thursdays, May 02, 2024 - Jun 06, 2024
2:30pm
120 minutes
2 sessions remaining
Share the enjoyment of good books in a relaxed atmosphere. All are welcome! Drop-in program.
This group meets the first Thursday of the month 2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
January 4 "Beloved" by Toni Morrison
February 1 "Lady Tan's Circle" by Lisa See
March 7 "Wrong Place, Wrong Time" by Gillian McAllister
April 4 "Talking to Canadians" by Rick Mercer
May 2 "The Buried Giant" by Kazuo Ishiguro
June 6 "The Mistress of Nothing" by Kate Pullinger
Fridays, May 03, 2024 - Jun 07, 2024
1:30pm
90 minutes
2 sessions remaining
Share the enjoyment of good books in a relaxed atmosphere at the Hazeldean Library. Join us for discussion on the first Friday of every month.
NOVEMBER 10, 2023
“Atonement” by Ian McEwan (Fiction)
DECEMBER 1, 2023
“When: The Scientific Secrets of Perfect Timing”by Daniel Pink (Non-Fiction)
NO MEETING IN JANUARY
FEBRUARY 2, 2024
“Washington Black” by Esi Erdugan (Canadian-Fiction)
MARCH 1, 2024
“Five Little Indians” by Michelle Good (Canadian-Fiction)
APRIL 5, 2024
“Rules of Civility” by Amor Towles (Fiction)
MAY 3, 2024
“The Vanishing Half” by Britt Bennett (Fiction)
June 7, 2024
“Full Disclosure” by Beverley McLachlin (Canadian-Mystery)