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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.

  • Tuesdays, May 07, 2024 - Jun 25, 2024
    1:30pm
    120 minutes

    8 sessions remaining

    Speak, in person, with a Public Health Nurse to get support around infant feeding and parenting. No appointment is necessary, simply drop in during these hours. Learn ways to help your child eat healthy and be active Make sure your child is on track with their growth and development. In partnership with Ottawa Public Health.

  • English Conversation Group

    Tuesdays, May 07, 2024 - Jun 25, 2024
    6:00pm
    90 minutes

    8 sessions remaining

    Practice your English conversation skills in a low-pressure, friendly environment. All levels are welcome. 

  • Tuesdays, May 07, 2024 - May 28, 2024
    6:30pm
    120 minutes

    4 sessions remaining

    Sorry this event and its waiting list are full

    Interested in playing D&D?  Then join us on for a D&D adventure.  Dungeons and Dragons is a fantasy role playing game in which your characters explore the world, solve puzzles and fight monsters. For ages 13-17.  Spaces limited.

  • Dickinson Reads

    Wednesdays, May 08, 2024 - Jun 12, 2024
    10:00am
    60 minutes

    2 sessions remaining

    We meet to enjoy lively good-natured discussions of a wide variety of books selected by our members. All assessments, interpretations, and opinions are valued and respected. Everyone is welcome!​

  • Ready, Set, Kindergarten!

    Wednesdays, May 08, 2024 - May 22, 2024
    2:00pm
    45 minutes

    3 sessions remaining

    A school readiness program for children 3–4 years old, who will be entering kindergarten in September 2024, and their adult co-learner.

    Stories and child-centered learning stations with a focus on the foundational concepts of letter recognition, numeracy, colors, shapes, measurement, rhyming, and retelling.

  • Wednesday May 08, 2024 at 4:00pm
    60 minutes

    Teams of two teen volunteers will share their technology knowledge with one older adult per session.

    Volunteers will help older adults with basic use of devices such as laptops, tablets and smartphones. Some subjects that can be addressed include internet applications like browsers, email, calendars, social media, games, and file and photo management, such as Google Suite, OneDrive, and iCloud.​

    Register in-branch at the 2nd floor hub.​

  • English Conversation Group

    Wednesdays, May 08, 2024 - Jun 26, 2024
    6:30pm
    120 minutes

    8 sessions remaining

    Practice your English conversation skills in a low-pressure, friendly environment. All levels are welcome. 

  • Babytime

    Thursdays, May 09, 2024 - May 30, 2024
    10:15am
    30 minutes

    4 sessions remaining

    Stories, rhymes and songs for babies (newborn to 18 months) with a parent or caregiver. Drop-in program. 

  • Thursdays, May 09, 2024 - May 30, 2024
    11:15am
    30 minutes

    4 sessions remaining

    Stories, rhymes and songs for children of all ages and their parents or caregivers.  Drop-in program.

  • Bedtime Math

    Thursdays, May 09, 2024 - Jun 06, 2024
    6:00pm
    45 minutes

    2 sessions remaining

    An evening family storytime program that encourages mathematical thinking through playful learning and hands-on activites.

    Engage, Encourage and Grow Together.

    For young thinkers ages 3-6 and their adult co-learner.