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.
Drop-in program.
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.
Thursdays, Apr 11, 2024 - Dec 19, 2024
11:00am
90 minutes
19 sessions remaining
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.
Drop-in program.
Thursdays, Apr 11, 2024 - Feb 13, 2025
1:30pm
90 minutes
11 sessions remaining
Come meet to enjoy and discuss a wide variety of books selected by book club members. All are welcome!
Every second Thursday of the month from 1.30pm to 3.00pm.
Here's what we're reading in 2024/2025:
Thursday Apr 11, 2024 at 5:30pm
90 minutes
Advance Care Planning is a workshop about making choices about how you would like to be cared for in the future, at a time when you are not able to speak for yourself. How to prepare an Advance Directive and choose a Power of Attorney for Personal Care are discussed. Materials include worksheets to identify and articulate one's beliefs about end of life care and choices around planning your own health care. Discussion will include how to talk to your loved ones about your health care wishes in the event of illness and unexpected physical events. Presented by Dying With Dignity Canada (Ottawa Chapter)
Thursdays, Apr 11, 2024 - Apr 25, 2024
5:30pm
180 minutes
4 sessions remaining
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 E. Dickinson branch will be offering free tax clinics in English on a first-come, first-served basis.
Before arriving at the free tax clinics, you must verify whether you meet the Canada Revenue Agency’s eligibility criteria and ensure to bring the appropriate documentation with you. Our volunteers will not process self-employment or business taxes.
Click on the "View full schedule" button on the right of the screen to see when the clinics will be offered.
Fridays, Apr 12, 2024 - Jun 14, 2024
1:30pm
90 minutes
3 sessions remaining
Meet new people and join in discussions on selected titles in a friendly and relaxed atmosphere every second Friday of the month. Newcomers are welcome.
Friday Apr 12, 2024 at 2:00pm
60 minutes
Photos and narration from a cruise that included Denmark, Sweden, Finland, Russia, Poland, Estonia, and Norway. Highlights include where Nobel prizes are awarded, a rock church, palaces of Peter the Great and Catherine.
Presented by Lynda Buske from the Ottawa PC Users’ Group and the Orleans Photo Club.
Saturdays, Apr 13, 2024 - Jun 08, 2024
2:00pm
60 minutes
3 sessions remaining
Come join us for a relaxed scrapbooking session! Please bring your own scrapbook and pictures. Basic craft supplies will be provided.
Saturday Apr 13, 2024 at 2:00pm
75 minutes
Join us for a presentation from Scott G. Elliott, CPA. Learn about age appropriate “teachable moments” for kids of all ages – from as young as 5 to young adults. Ensure your child’s future financial independence with our tips and best practices.
Mondays, Apr 15, 2024 - Jun 17, 2024
1:30pm
90 minutes
3 sessions remaining
Monday, May 20th, 2024 session has been rescheduled to Monday, May 27th, 2024. Same time.
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, Apr 15, 2024 - Dec 16, 2024
2:30pm
90 minutes
9 sessions remaining
The Stittsville Library Book Club meet on the third Monday of most months and read a variety of fiction and non-fiction books. Registration is required.