Join our Beginner's English Conversation group. Free. Drop in.
Joignez-vous à notre groupe de conversation en anglais pour débutants. Gratuit. Inscription non-requise.
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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Wednesday Mar 19, 2025 at 6:30pm (series runs until May 28, 2025)Drop-in program
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Wednesday Mar 19, 2025 at 6:30pm (series runs until May 28, 2025)Drop-in program
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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 Wednesdays from 6:30-8:00 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 mercredis soirs de 18h30-20h00
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Wednesday Mar 19, 2025 at 6:30pm (series runs until Jun 25, 2025)Drop-in program
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Learn and practice new English language skills and meet new people in a relaxed and friendly environment. Offered in partnership with the Catholic Centre for Immigrants of Ottawa. All are welcome to this drop-in program.
Apprenez et pratiquez votre anglais parlé et rencontrez des gens dans un milieu décontracté. Offert en partenariat avec le Centre catholique pour immigrants d'Ottawa. Tout le monde est bienvenue à ce programme sans inscription.
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Wednesday Mar 19, 2025 at 6:30pm (series runs until Apr 16, 2025)Drop-in program
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Get feedback on your writing (any genre)and ideas from the group. Hear the work of other writers and offer your feedback. Discuss ideas about writing and publishing. Share your triumphs, trials and tribulations with a supportive, informal group.
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Wednesday Mar 19, 2025 at 7:00pm (series runs until Jun 18, 2025)Drop-in program
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Storytelling Open Mic is a perfect place for newcomers to discover oral storytelling in a warm and supportive atmosphere or for more experienced tellers to test out new stories. Listeners are needed and welcome! You will hear folk tales, historical pieces, fractured fairy tales, true personal stories, recitations, ballads, and original stories - ranging from funny to poignant. Attendees can listen or tell a story 5-10 minutes long. In collaboration with Ottawa Storytellers.
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Wednesday Mar 19, 2025 at 7:00pm (series runs until Jun 25, 2025)Drop-in program
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If you are a knitter or a crocheter, come and join Hazeldean Stitches. Share your ideas and projects with other yarn artists. All ages welcome!
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Thursday Mar 20, 2025 at 10:00am (series runs until Apr 24, 2025)
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A member of Employment & Social Services’ Outreach and Mobile Services Team (OMST) will be at the Main branch of OPL in Room 117 on the 1st floor each Thursday from 10 am to 4 pm.
Financial Support
- Ontario Works
- Emergency Assistance
- Dental and Vision Care
- Utilties – Enbridge and Hydro Bills
- Housing – Rent and Rent Deposits
Ongoing Assistance
- System navigation
- Connecting with your Ontario Works or Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP) worker
- Requesting additional benefits
- Booking appointments
- Obtaining documents and identification
- Transportation and more!
Referrals to Other Resources
- Employment Ontario
- Housing Services (e.g. Social Housing Registry)
- Child Care Subsidy
- Ottawa Food Bank
- Free Counselling Services
- Mental Health and Addictions Services
- Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP)
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Un membre de l’Équipe de services mobiles et d'intervention (ESMI) sera présent à la succursale Centrale dans la salle 117 au 1er étage les jeudis de 10h à 16h. Services de l'ESMI :
Soutien financier
- Ontario au travail
- Aide d'urgence
- Soins dentaires et de la vue
- Services publics : factures d'Enbridge et d'électricité
- Logement: loyer, dépôts de loyer
Aide continue
- Navigation dans le système
- Liaison avec votre chargé de cas d'OT ou du POSPH
- Demande pour d'autres avantages
- Prise de rendez-vous
- Obtention de documents et pièces d'identité
- Transport et plus!
Aiguillage vers d'autres ressources
- Emploi Ontario
- Services du logement (p. ex. Registre du logement social)
- Subventions pour la garde d'enfants
- Banque d'alimentation d'Ottawa
- Services de consultation gratuits
- Services en santé mentale et de lutte contre les dépendances
- Programme ontarien de soutien aux personnes handicapées (POSPH)
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Thursday Mar 20, 2025 at 10:15am (series runs until May 15, 2025)Drop-in program
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Join us as we share the enjoyment of reading and discuss books in a relaxed atmosphere. All are welcome.
January 16- Mrs Van Gogh by Caroline Cauchi
February 20 - If Nietzsche Were a Narwhal : what Animal Intelligence Reveals about Human Stupidity by Justin Gregg
March 20 - The Innocents by Michael Crummey
April 17- The Personal Librarian by Marie Benedict
May 15 - Foster (or, Small Things like These) by Claire Keegan
The book club meets on the third Thursday of each month at 10:15-11:30 except July, August and December, when there is no meeting. You can place a hold on library copies in advance.
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Thursday Mar 20, 2025 at 10:30am (series runs until Mar 27, 2025)Drop-in program
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Improve your English, share stories and make new friends!
Améliorez votre anglais, partager des histoires et faites des amis!
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Thursday Mar 20, 2025 at 10:30am (series runs until Aug 21, 2025)Drop-in program
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Join fellow mahjong players for a friendly game in a congenial environment. Drop-in program, no registration required.