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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.

  • Thursdays, Oct 24, 2024 - Dec 19, 2024
    6:30pm
    60 minutes

    5 sessions remaining

    Practice your English language conversation skills and meet new friends in a relaxed and friendly environment.

  • Thursdays, Oct 24, 2024 - Oct 31, 2024
    6:30pm
    90 minutes

    2 sessions remaining

    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)

  • Friend Speed Dating

    Saturday Oct 26, 2024 at 1:00pm
    120 minutes

    Rejoignez-nous pour une session de rencontres éclairs de l’amitié à la succursale Centrale! Faites des nouvelles connaissances dans des courtes conversations, avec l’aide d’activités brise-glace. ​

  • Monday Oct 28, 2024 at 6:30pm
    90 minutes

    Learn how to protect yourself against fraud and cyber fraud in this session presented by RBC.  This session will cover: 

    - What is fraud and cyber fraud?

    - How does fraud happen?

    - The most common types of fraud ( social engineering, phishing, smishing, identity theft, malwares, financial abuse, debit and credit card fraud, cheque fraud, job scams, mobile scam, etc.)

    - How to protect yourself against fraud and cyber fraud

    - Resources for reference to report fraud and be aware of recent trends in scams

  • "Shine on" people work together in a classroom / "À vous de briller" des gens collaborent en classe

    Wednesday Oct 30, 2024 at 2:30pm
    120 minutes

    The YMCA Newcomer Information Centre will present a workshop on job retention: methods to staying employed.

    The YMCA provides valuable information and referrals on immigration and citizenship, employment, education, house and more. They also provide support in a variety of languages. This presentation will be in English.

    Come learn about the FREE services available to newcomers in Ottawa! No registration required.

  • Web banner for hobbies and crafts

    Wednesday Oct 30, 2024 at 3:00pm
    60 minutes

    Sorry this event is full

    Create art in good company. 

    This series is perfect for aspiring artists, crafters who are in a rut, and anyone who suspects that a creative habit would be good for their soul. 

    We will explore our creativity using art prompts from Creativebug.

    All supplies will be provided.

  • Mondays, Nov 04, 2024 - Dec 16, 2024
    12:30pm
    90 minutes

    6 sessions remaining

    Meet other language learners and native speakers for conversation in a relaxed and friendly environment. For learners and speakers of any language.

    Rejoignez notre groupe de conversation multi-langues. Il s'agit d'un groupe amical pour causer dans un environnement détendu. Ce programme est pour apprenants et pour locuteurs natifs de toutes les langues.

  • Meet a lawyer of the  Ontario Legal Information Centre in person

    Wednesday Nov 06, 2024 at 1:00pm
    180 minutes

    Are you dealing with a legal situation? 

    The lawyer of the Ontario Legal Information Centre is available on-site to provide legal information and answer your questions.

    First come, first served.

    Vous faites face à une situation juridique?

    Profitez sur place de l'appui d'une avocate du Centre d'information juridique de l'Ontario pour obtenir de l'information juridique et des réponses à vos questions.

    1 arrivé, 1 servi

  • Web banner for hobbies and crafts

    Wednesday Nov 06, 2024 at 3:00pm
    60 minutes

    Sorry this event is full

    Create art in good company. 

    This series is perfect for aspiring artists, crafters who are in a rut, and anyone who suspects that a creative habit would be good for their soul. 

    We will explore our creativity using art prompts from Creativebug.

    All supplies will be provided.