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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.

  • wool used to knit

    Wednesdays, May 01, 2024 - Jun 26, 2024
    1:00pm
    120 minutes

    5 sessions remaining

    Join us for an informal gathering of knitting enthusiasts - from beginners to experts. Share your ideas and projects in a relaxed social atmosphere.  

  • Children playing board games.

    Wednesdays, May 01, 2024 - May 29, 2024
    1:30pm
    90 minutes

    3 sessions remaining

    Join us for an afternoon of board games, LEGO, cards & fun for home-schooled children and their families. Homeschooled teen meet-up in the Teen Zone.

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     Soyez des nôtres pour un après-midi de jeux de société, de LEGO, de cartes et de plaisir destiné aux enfants instruits à la maison et leurs familles. Rencontre d’adolescents dans la Zone pour ados.

  • Web banner for hobbies and crafts

    Wednesdays, May 01, 2024 - Jun 26, 2024
    7:00pm
    60 minutes

    5 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! 

  • Saturday May 04, 2024 at 10:00am
    360 minutes

    Join us for a special Star Wars themed edition of DIY Craft Day!

    Come and make a craft at the library.  We provide the supplies and you provide the creativity and imagination!

    Saturday from 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

    While supplies last. This program is best for ages 4-10.

    Drop-in program.

  • Saturday May 04, 2024 at 11:00am
    120 minutes

    These are the activities you are looking for.....at Richmond branch.  Let out your inner Droid, Stormtrooper, Wookie, etc and get creative!  Join us in celebrating Star Wars day the Jedi way!

    Saturday, May 4th, 2024 @ 11-1pm

    Richmond branch, OPL

  • Tuesdays, May 07, 2024 - Jun 04, 2024
    11:45am
    60 minutes

    2 sessions remaining

    Spend your lunch hour playing video games, board games, working on homework or hanging out with other teens! Ages 13-18. || Passez votre heure de dîner à jouer à des jeux vidéo, à des jeux de société, à faire vos devoirs ou à passer du temps avec d’autres ados!  Pour les 13 à 18 ans.

  • Friday May 10, 2024 at 4:00pm
    60 minutes

    Come crafting at the library, we have all the supplies you need to satisfy your creativity! Drop-in program. Ages 4-12.

    Viens bricoler à la biblio, on a tout ce qu’il te faut pour que tu puisses satisfaire l’artiste en toi! Portes ouvertes. 4-12 ans.

  • Tuesdays, May 14, 2024 - Jun 11, 2024
    3:00pm
    120 minutes

    2 sessions remaining

    The Granny Squares for Warmth (GSFW) group was created in November 2020 as a Barrhaven-based group with a mission to create and donate hand-made blankets in the Ottawa area. ​

    In addition to blankets, members have also made and donated shawls, hats, and baby wear. ​

    Join us to crochet and join granny squares, to share and learn crochet stitches and techniques and to build a sense of community by making blankets for those in need. ​
    Everyone is welcome!

  • Tuesdays, May 14, 2024 - Jun 11, 2024
    6:00pm
    90 minutes

    2 sessions remaining

    Bring your knitting, crochet, or other fibre project and share tips, patterns, and conversation with fellow enthusiasts! Knitters of all abilities are welcome.

    Drop-in every second Tuesday of the month between 6:00pm-7:30pm.

    December 12th, January 9th, February 13th, March 12th, April 9th, May 14th, June 11th. 

  • Art supplies

    Friday May 17, 2024 at 4:00pm
    60 minutes

    Come crafting at the library, we have all the supplies you need to satisfy your creativity! Drop-in program. Ages 4-12.

    Viens bricoler à la biblio, on a tout ce qu’il te faut pour que tu puisses satisfaire l’artiste en toi! Portes ouvertes. 4-12 ans.