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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.

  • March Break logo
    Wednesday Mar 12, 2025 at 1:00pm

    Come craft at the library. We have all the supplies you need to satisfy your creativity!  Drop-in program.

  • Wednesday Mar 12, 2025 at 1:00pm (series runs until Mar 13, 2025)

    Our peaceful spaceship has been invaded by secret traitors! Take the role of crewmate and work together. Can you find the impostors - or keep from being found out? Ages 7+.

  • cartoon animals in detective outfits
    Wednesday Mar 12, 2025 at 1:30pm

    Come craft at Sunnyside! We have all the supplies you need to satisfy your creativity. We will also have some pre-made crafts to choose from. 

    Ages 6-12.

    Drop in program. 

  • Wednesday Mar 12, 2025 at 2:00pm

    Registration opens on Monday, February 10, 2025 - 10:00am

    Build and code your own LEGO Spike Spybot! Participants will assemble their robot, learn block coding 
    to control motors and sensors, and program it to detect colors, measure distances, and navigate its 
    surroundings. Test your creation in an exciting "capture the flag" challenge!

    For ages 10-12. Registration required. 

    Ottawa Public Library is committed to making its programs accessible to everyone. If you need specific 
    accommodations, please fill out this form: https://biblioottawalibrary.ca/en/accessible-services-request-form
    We prefer at least three weeks' notice for accommodation requests.

  • Wednesday Mar 12, 2025 at 2:00pm

    Registration opens on Monday, February 10, 2025 - 10:00am

    Rejoignez Luc Leduc, Leduc de la magie, pour un spectacle de magie bilingue de 45 minutes, plein 
    d'action et avec beaucoup de participation du public. Programme familial pour les 4+ ans. Inscription 
    requise.

    La Bibliothèque publique d’Ottawa (BPO) s’efforce de rendre ses programmes universellement 
    accessibles. Si vous avez besoin de mesures d’adaptation, veuillez remplir le présent formulaire : 
    https://biblioottawalibrary.ca/fr/formulaire-de-demande-de-services-accessibles

    Il est préférable de présenter votre demande au moins trois semaines à l’avance.

  • Wednesday Mar 12, 2025 at 2:00pm

    Registration opens on Monday, February 10, 2025 - 10:00am

    Take a closer look at creatures, feathered, furred, and finned. Fantastic beasts are welcome too.

    We will explore bugs and insects and why they are so important to us, other animals, and our environment. Learn to love bugs, and find out what kind of bug you would be, and draw your bug face.

    Registration required.

    For ages 4-6.

  • March Break
    Wednesday Mar 12, 2025 at 2:00pm

    Registration opens on Monday, February 10, 2025 - 10:00am

    A band of pirates has been sailing the seven seas in search of lost treasures. They have left clues of their plans for how they will be dividing up the loot of the treasures they find. Luckily, you and your classmates have found a box that appears to be the last of the hidden treasure, but it has been secured with several locks. Use the clues left behind to see if you can open the box and retrieve the lost treasure before the pirates do!

    Ages 8-12. 45 min. Registration required.

    This is a Breakout EDU escape room game.

  • March Break logo
    Wednesday Mar 12, 2025 at 2:00pm

    Registration opens on Monday, February 10, 2025 - 10:00am

    Suite à la lecture d’un conte provenant de la collection de la Bibliothèque publique d’Ottawa, découvrez comment les mots peuvent se transformer en mouvement! Explorez votre imaginaire en bougeant avec les artistes de Tara Luz Danse de façon ludique et créative. Cette activité multisensorielle se terminera avec un coloriage en lien avec l’atelier vécu. Présenté par Tara Luz Danse. Programme familial pour les 4 ans et plus. Inscription requise.

    La Bibliothèque publique d’Ottawa (BPO) s’efforce de rendre ses programmes universellement accessibles. Si vous avez besoin de mesures d’adaptation, veuillez remplir le présent formulaire : https://biblioottawalibrary.ca/fr/formulaire-de-demande-de-services-accessibles Il est préférable de présenter votre demande au moins trois semaines à l’avance.

  • Wednesday Mar 12, 2025 at 2:00pm

    Registration opens on Monday, February 10, 2025 - 10:00am

    Put on your detective cap and examine fingerprints, mystery powders, ink samples, and teeth impressions. Get ready to practice your memory skills to create a composite! After all, analyzing all the evidence is what helps pinpoint the perpetrator.

    Presented by Mad Science Ottawa.

    Ages 7-12. Registration required.

    Ottawa Public Library is committed to making its programs accessible to everyone. If you need specific 
    accommodations, please fill out this form: https://biblioottawalibrary.ca/en/accessible-services-request-form

    We prefer at least three weeks' notice for accommodation requests.

  • An illustration of an otter, a cat, a bird, and a dog. All are dressed as detectives.
    Wednesday Mar 12, 2025 at 2:00pm

    Registration opens on Monday, February 10, 2025 - 10:00am

    Take a closer look at creatures, feathered, furred, and finned. Fantastic beasts are welcome too. 

    Join us for stories, crafts, and games. Registration required. For ages 4-6.