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.
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.
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Thursday Apr 24, 2025 at 10:30am (series runs until Jun 26, 2025)
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Thursday Apr 24, 2025 at 11:00am (series runs until Dec 18, 2025)
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Join us at yarn club!
Knitters, crocheters, needle workers, rug hookers – all are welcome to socialize with fellow yarn crafters and work on their latest project.
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Thursday Apr 24, 2025 at 1:00pm (series runs until May 29, 2025)
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Do you already have some basic English language skills, and are you looking for a casual, friendly environment where you can practice your English speaking skills? All levels are welcome.
Join our free English conversation group!
Receive guidance from our leaders, meet new people and gain confidence in your ability to speak English.
Every Thursdays from 1:00-2:30 pm
Vous avez déjà une base en anglais et vous cherchez un endroit avec une ambiance décontractée et amicale pour pratiquer vos habiletés de converser en anglais? Tous les niveaux sont les bienvenus.
Joignez-vous à notre groupe de conversation en anglais! C'est gratuit!
Recevez des conseils, rencontrez de nouvelles personnes et gagnez de la confiance à converser en anglais.
Tous les jeudis après-midi de 13h-14h30
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Thursday Apr 24, 2025 at 1:30pm
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Share the enjoyment of good books in a relaxed atmosphere. Join us for a lively discussion of our April book, Covenant of Water. All are welcome. Drop-in.
Physical copies are available to borrow from the Elmvale Acres branch service hub.
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Thursday Apr 24, 2025 at 5:30pm (series runs until Jun 12, 2025)
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Practice your English conversation skills in a low-pressure, friendly environment.
All levels are welcome. Drop in Program.
Please note that the English Conversation session scheduled for Thursday, February 13, has been cancelled.
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Thursday Apr 24, 2025 at 5:30pm
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Do you need help with your tax return? If you have a modest income and a simple tax situation, trained volunteers may be able to complete your tax return for you for free. Ottawa Public Library is partnering with the Canada Revenue Agency to offer free tax preparation through the Community Volunteer Income Tax Program.
The Ruth Dickinson branch will be offering free tax clinics in English on a first-come, first-served basis.
Before arriving to the free tax clinics, please verify whether you meet the Canada Revenue Agency’s eligibility criteria.
Click on the "View full schedule" button on the right of the screen to see when the clinics will be offered.
Avez-vous besoin d’aide pour remplir votre déclaration de revenus? Si vous avez un revenu modeste et une situation fiscale simple, des bénévoles formés pourraient remplir vos déclarations de revenu gratuitement. La Bibliothèque publique d’Ottawa s’allie avec l’Agence du revenu du Canada afin d’offrir des comptoirs d’impôt gratuits par l’entremise du Programme communautaire des bénévoles en matière d’impôt.
La succursale Ruth Dickinson offrira des comptoirs d’impôts gratuits en English seulement selon le principe du premier arrivé, premier servi.
Avant de vous présenter aux comptoirs d’impôt gratuits, veuillez vous assurer de répondre aux critères d’admissibilité de l’Agence du revenu du Canada.
Appuyez sur le bouton « Voir l’horaire complet » à la droite de l’écran afin de voir quand les comptoirs seront offerts.
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Thursday Apr 24, 2025 at 5:30pm (series runs until Apr 26, 2025)
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Do you need help with your tax return? If you have a modest income and a simple tax situation, trained volunteers may be able to complete your tax return for you for free. Ottawa Public Library is partnering with the Canada Revenue Agency to offer free tax preparation through the Community Volunteer Income Tax Program.
The Beaverbrook Branch will be offering free tax clinics in English on a first-come, first-served basis.
Before arriving to the free tax clinics, please verify whether you meet the Canada Revenue Agency’s eligibility criteria.
Click on the "View full schedule" button on the right of the screen to see when the clinics will be offered.
Sign-up sheets will be made available 15 minutes prior to the clinic start time.
Avez-vous besoin d’aide pour remplir votre déclaration de revenus? Si vous avez un revenu modeste et une situation fiscale simple, des bénévoles formés pourraient remplir vos déclarations de revenu gratuitement. La Bibliothèque publique d’Ottawa s’allie avec l’Agence du revenu du Canada afin d’offrir des comptoirs d’impôt gratuits par l’entremise du Programme communautaire des bénévoles en matière d’impôt.
La succursale Beaverbrook offrira des comptoirs d’impôts gratuits en anglais seulement selon le principe du premier arrivé, premier servi.
Avant de vous présenter aux comptoirs d’impôt gratuits, veuillez vous assurer de répondre aux critères d’admissibilité de l’Agence du revenu du Canada.
Appuyez sur le bouton « Voir l’horaire complet » à la droite de l’écran afin de voir quand les comptoirs seront offerts.
Les feuilles d'inscription seront disponibles 15 minutes avant le début de la séance.
*** Cancelled for Thursday April 10th. / Clinique annulée pour le jeudi 10 avril.
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Thursday Apr 24, 2025 at 6:00pm (series runs until Dec 18, 2025)
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Join our free English conversation group to practice speaking in English in a relaxed and friendly environment.
All levels are welcome to this drop-in program.
Rejoignez notre groupe de conversation en anglais gratuit pour pratiquer l'anglais dans une atmosphère détendue.
Tous les niveaux sont les bienvenus à ce programme , inscription non requise.
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Thursday Apr 24, 2025 at 6:00pm (series runs until Nov 27, 2025)
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Everyone is welcome to bring a project to work on (any skill level) or just chat. Every Tuesday and Thursday night at the Munster Library, 6-8pm (closed on holidays).
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Thursday Apr 24, 2025 at 6:00pm
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Join the Carleton Poetic Society for an exciting creative writing workshop. Enjoy some free tea and learn to interpret patterns in tea leaves and coffee grounds. Sign up for this free workshop with the link below:
https://forms.gle/3YZLUmzeeuJe6B1bA.
Walk-ins are welcome.