Looking to start in a new position, apply for your first job, or jump back into the workplace? The Community Employment Resource Centre (CERC) is here to offer you tips, tricks, and get you started on your job search. Join us for an informative afternoon with a presenter from CERC that will have you one step closer to finding your dream job.
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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Thursday Dec 19, 2024 at 3:00pm -
Thursday Dec 19, 2024 at 5:00pmDrop-in program
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As the weather gets colder, come down to our cozy cabin at the Manotick Library. Bring your gifts and wrap them in a festive atmosphere! We provide the wrapping paper. All ages welcome. Drop in program.
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Friday Dec 20, 2024 at 4:30pm (series runs until Dec 30, 2024)Drop-in program
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Start and end the winter holiday break at the library with some magical films that turn the spirit of the season on its head:
- December 20th, 4:30pm: The Nightmare Before Christmas
"Jack Skellington, king of Halloween Town, discovers Christmas Town, but his attempts to bring Christmas to his home causes confusion." (76 min., English with subtitles)
- December 30th, 2:00pm: Anna and the Apocalypse
"A zombie apocalypse threatens the sleepy town of Little Haven at Christmas, forcing Anna and her friends to fight, slash and sing their way to survival, facing the undead in a desperate race to reach their loved ones."(93 min., English with subtitles)
Come for un-Christmas-y vibes, stay for the catchy songs! Hot chocolate, candy canes and popcorn available at the door!
For teens and tweens. Drop-in program. - December 20th, 4:30pm: The Nightmare Before Christmas
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Monday Dec 30, 2024 at 6:30pmLearn how to make a reusable pull-string piñata that you can take home! Registration required.
Ages 13-17.
Using one library card, please only register for the teen that is attending. To get a Library card, register online here: https://biblioottawalibrary.ca/en/getacard
Apprenez à fabriquer une piñata à ficelle réutilisable que vous pourrez emporter à la maison! Inscription require.
Pour les 13 à 17 ans.
En utilisant une seule carte de bibliothèque, veuillez ne vous inscrire que pour les ados présents. Pour obtenir une carte de bibliothèque, inscrivez-vous en ligne ici : https://biblioottawalibrary.ca/fr/obtenir-carte-de-biblioth%C3%A8que
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Monday Jan 6, 2025 at 6:00pm (series runs until Jun 02, 2025)Drop-in program
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Join author Michael F. Stewart for an evening of shared writing, support, and constructive criticism from peers. No experience necessary, all forms of writing welcome.
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Tuesday Jan 7, 2025 at 3:00pm (series runs until Jun 10, 2025)Drop-in program
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Drop-in to play video games on our PS4 and WiiU. For ages 13-18. Drop-in.
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Tuesday Jan 7, 2025 at 5:30pm (series runs until Mar 18, 2025)Drop-in program
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Bring your friends & family in for exciting card games, board games, & brain teasers! We have many games including Carcassonne, Settlers of Catan, Ticket to Ride, King of Tokyo, Dutch Blitz, Bananagrams, Scrabble, Monopoly, Checkers, Chess, & more! You may also bring some of your own. Brain teasers include puzzles, riddles, & Rubik’s cubes.
Tuesdays once every 2 weeks
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Thursday Jan 9, 2025 at 6:30am (series runs until Mar 27, 2025)Drop-in program
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Are you looking for a job? Come learn all the necessary skills to do so at the Elmvale Acres Branch of the Ottawa Public Library, with a program offered in conjunction with CCI Ottawa.
Some of the topics that will be covered include:
•résumé & cover letter writing
•job search and networking
•interview preparation (hard and soft skills)
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Thursday Jan 9, 2025 at 4:00pm (series runs until Jun 05, 2025)Drop-in program
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Drop in to play chess with other youth in a relaxed, informal environment!
Practice the basics or test your wits with a weekly chess challenge.
Ages: 8 to 18
Venez jouer aux échecs avec d'autres jeunes dans un environnement détendu et informel!
Pratiquez les bases ou tentez le défi hebdomadaire.
Pour les: 8 à 18 ans
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Friday Jan 10, 2025 at 5:00pmDrop-in program
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Out of Print is a brand-new newsletter that's by teens, for teens, that showcases teen ideas and creativity. Submit creative work such as short stories, poems, art, photos, comics and more!
The first issue of Out of Print will exist in print and digital formats. The newsletter will be available at the Nepean Centrepointe library branch and shared with schools and community organizations in Ottawa.
How to Submit
The submission deadline is January 10, 2025. You must be between 13-18 years old in order to submit.
Submissions of original work can be dropped off in person at the Nepean Centrepointe branch or sent to the Teen Services Librarian via email.
Submissions will be reviewed, compiled, and published by teen volunteers on the Nepean Centrepointe branch's Teen Literary Council.