Stories, rhymes and songs for babies and a parent or caregiver. 0-18 months. Drop-in
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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Monday Apr 28, 2025 at 11:30am (series runs until May 12, 2025)Drop-in program
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Monday Apr 28, 2025 at 12:00pmDrop-in program
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Join us for coffee, cards and conversation in a casual setting at the Osgoode Library. Drop in, all are welcome.
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Monday Apr 28, 2025 at 12:30pm (series runs until Jun 30, 2025)Drop-in program
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Rejoignez notre groupe de conversation pour pratiquer le français dans une atmosphère détendue. Gratuit, inscription non requise.
Join our French conversation group to practice speaking in French in a relaxed and friendly environment. Free drop-in program.
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Monday Apr 28, 2025 at 1:00pm (series runs until Jun 02, 2025)Drop-in program
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A weekly outing for home-schooling families. Board games, building blocks, LEGO® bricks, and... as many books as you may want to read!
Last 2024 date : Dec 9.
2025 :
- Jan 13, 20, 27
- Feb 3, 10, 24 *NOTE : library is closed on Feb 17 (Family Day)
- March : 10 (March Break week ), March 24, 31
- Apr : 7, 14, 28 **NOTE library closed on April 21 (Easter Monday)
- May : 5, 12.
- June 2
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Une belle sortie hebdomadaire pour les familles qui font l'école à la maison. Jeux de société, blocs LEGO® et... autant de livres que tu désires en lire!
Dernière date en 2024 : 9 décembre.
Dates de 2025 :
- Jan : 13, 20, 27
- Fév : 3, 10, 24 *NOTEZ BIEN : la biblio est fermée le 17 février (Jour de la famille)
- Mars : 10 (Congé de mars), 24 mars, 31 mars
- Avril : 7, 14, 28 **NOTEZ BIEN : la biblio est fermée le 21 avril (Lundi de Pâques)
- Mai : 5, 12.
- Juin 2
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Monday Apr 28, 2025 at 1:00pm (series runs until Jun 24, 2025)Drop-in program
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Join our English conversation groups! All levels are welcome. Free. Drop-in.
Joignez-vous à un groupe de conversation en anglais ! Les personnes de tous les niveaux sont les bienvenues. Gratuit. Inscription non-requise.
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Monday Apr 28, 2025 at 1:00pm (series runs until Jun 16, 2025)Drop-in program
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Do you like to knit, crochet or do handwork or sort? Please join like-minded individuals for an enjoyable afternoon of crafting. Bring any project that you are working on. Drop-in!
Tea and cookies will be served!
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Monday Apr 28, 2025 at 1:00pm (series runs until Jun 23, 2025)Drop-in program
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Are you a writer or author looking to learn more about the indie publishing process? Join author N.G. Avant for this monthly program discussing key aspects of the indie publishing process. This will include topics such as beta reading, getting book reviews, navigating platforms like Kindle Direct Publishing (KDP) or Draft to Digital, building an author brand, and creating engaging social media content.
All writers and authors are welcome!
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Monday Apr 28, 2025 at 1:00pm (series runs until Apr 29, 2025)
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Title: Free Income Tax Clinic / Clinique d’impots gratuite
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.
Elmvale Acres will be offering free tax clinics in English on a first-come, first-served basis.
Before arriving to the free tax clinics, please verify whether you meet the Canada Revenue Agency’s eligibility criteria.
Click on the "View full schedule" button on the right of the screen to see when the clinics will be offered.
Avez-vous besoin d’aide pour remplir votre déclaration de revenus? Si vous avez un revenu modeste et une situation fiscale simple, des bénévoles formés pourraient remplir vos déclarations de revenu gratuitement. La Bibliothèque publique d’Ottawa s’allie avec l’Agence du revenu du Canada afin d’offrir des comptoirs d’impôt gratuits par l’entremise du Programme communautaire des bénévoles en matière d’impôt.
La succursale Elmvales Acres offrira des comptoirs d’impôts gratuits en Anglais seulement selon le principe du premier arrivé, premier servi.
Avant de vous présenter aux comptoirs d’impôt gratuits, veuillez vous assurer de répondre aux critères d’admissibilité de l’Agence du revenu du Canada.
Appuyez sur le bouton « Voir l’horaire complet » à la droite de l’écran afin de voir quand les comptoirs seront offerts.
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Monday Apr 28, 2025 at 1:30pm (series runs until Jun 30, 2025)Drop-in program
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Do you love board games? Cards? Chess? Any game goes! We will provide an assortment of games, but you're welcome to bring your own board games, too.
Drop-in program / Programme portes-ouvertes.
Aimez-vous les jeux de société ? Jouer aux cartes ou aux échecs ? Vous choisissez le jeu ! Plusieurs options seront disponibles. Vous pouvez aussi apporter vos propres jeux.
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Monday Apr 28, 2025 at 1:30pm (series runs until Jun 30, 2025)Drop-in program
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Baby playgroups are facilitated by Early Childhood Educators with early learning activities for babies and a chance for caregivers to network and share experiences. A partnership between the Early On Family and Child Centre and the Library.
Ages 0-12 months. Drop in program.