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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.

  • Art supplies

    Saturday Dec 16, 2023 at 10:15am
    45 minutes

    Come join us and make artistic creations from several kinds of materials available at our branch. Ages 6-12. Drop-in Program.  

    Viens nous joindre à notre atelier de bricolage et réalise des créations artistiques à partir de plusieurs sortes de matériels disponibles à notre succursale. Pour les 6 à 12 ans. Portes ouvertes. 

    Saturday, November 18 / Le samedi 18 novembre

    Saturday, December 2 / Le samedi 2 décembre

    Saturday, December 16 / Le samedi 16 décembre

  • Saturday Dec 16, 2023 at 10:30am
    90 minutes

    Play and learn about chess. For 6+ years old. 

    Jouer et apprendre à jouer aux échecs. Pour les 6 ans et plus. 

  • Family reading books

    Saturday Dec 16, 2023 at 10:30am
    30 minutes

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

  • Saturday Dec 16, 2023 at 10:30am
    90 minutes

    Drop in and create with winter- themed craft materials.

    Please note this program is self-directed. Parental supervision is encouraged.

    Drop-in. Ages 4 and up.

  • Saturday Dec 16, 2023 at 10:30am
    30 minutes

    Join us for stories, songs and rhymes, for children of all ages! | Rejoignez-nous pour des histoires, des chansons et des comptines, pour les enfants de tous âges!

  • Saturday Dec 16, 2023 at 11:00am
    240 minutes

    Interested in miniature gaming with toy soldiers? Join in to play science fiction, high fantasy and historical games. Presented by the Ottawa Miniatures Gamers.

    Drop-in program for ages 12 and up.

    All materials will be supplied.

  • Saturday Dec 16, 2023 at 12:00pm
    240 minutes

    Drop in during library hours for light refreshments and activities.

    Upcycle your own gift bags, gift tags and holiday cards. All materials provided. 10:00 am-4:00 pm.

    Play Chocolate Bar Bingo- 2:00-3:00 pm.

    All ages welcome.

  • Men sitting playing go game

    Saturdays, Dec 16, 2023 - Apr 27, 2024
    1:00pm
    240 minutes

    5 sessions remaining

    The Ottawa Go Club (https://ottawagoclub.wixsite.com/ogcs) organizes a series of workshops for people who want to improve their knowledge of the Go game. We will discuss various aspects of the game, do practical exercises and problems, explore and practice. Designed for beginners and intermediate players.

    Le Club de Go d'Ottawa (https://ottawagoclub.wixsite.com/ogcs) organise des ateliers pour tous ceux qui aimeraient approfondir leurs connaissances du jeu de Go. On y discute plusieurs aspects du jeu, on fait des exercices et des problèmes, on explore et on s’entraîne. Conçu pour les débutants et les intermédiaires.

  • Mondays, Dec 18, 2023 - Jun 17, 2024
    1:30pm
    90 minutes

    7 sessions remaining

    *Monday, December 18th​ is our Holiday singalong! Join us at the 2nd floor Atrium from 1:30-3:30 pm.*

    Monday, February 19th, 2024 session has been rescheduled to Monday, February 12th, 2024. 

    Enjoy singing your favourite soft pop songs from the 50’s-80’s, Celtic and other folk music! All ages and levels of experience welcome. 

    3rd Monday of the month@ 1:30-3:00.

    September-June. Some exceptions may apply. 

  • Mondays, Dec 18, 2023 - Jan 15, 2024
    2:00pm
    60 minutes

    2 sessions remaining

    Members of the Blackburn Hamlet Book Club meet to enjoy and discuss a wide variety of books selected by book club members. All welcome!

    Monday, September 18, 2-3pm No Time Like The Future by Michael J. Fox

    Monday, October 16, 2-3pm The Midnight Library by Matt Haig

    Monday, November 20, 2-3pm Ducks by Kate Beaton

    Monday, December 18, 2-3pm Are you there god? It’s me, Margaret by Judy Blume

    Monday, January 15, The Woman Inside by MT Edvardsson