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, Apr 16, 2024 - Jun 18, 2024
1:30pm
60 minutes
3 sessions remaining
All aboard for the final leg of our tour around the world, with Sweden, Nigeria, and Spain! Join us the third Tuesday of each month where we will discuss a title set in a different country and/or written by a foreign author.
When you register, we will reserve a copy of the book for you - no need to place a hold, unless you would like to enjoy the book in a different format. This is the last chance to get your Reader's Passport stamped before the summer!
Thursdays, Apr 18, 2024 - Jun 20, 2024
11:00am
60 minutes
3 sessions remaining
Nos dernières sessions avant la pause d'été! Veuillez nous joindre le 3e jeudi de chaque mois pour des rencontres conviviales afin de discuter des livres de langue française.
Quand vous vous inscrivez, nous vous réservons une copie du livre - pas besoin de le commander vous-même, à moins que vous préférez apprécier le titre dans un autre format. Au plaisir de vous voir!
Thursdays, Apr 25, 2024 - Jun 27, 2024
7:00pm
60 minutes
3 sessions remaining
Our final book club sessions before the summer break!
Come join us the 4th Thursday of every month for lively discussion on a variety of English-language books. Everything from non-fiction to fantasy to gentle reads, there's something for everyone - and you may find a new genre that appeals to you!
When you register, we will reserve a copy of the book for you - no need to place a hold, unless you would like to enjoy the book in a different format.
For June, we'll be having a BYOB party... Bring Your Own Book Party, that is! Whether it be an old favourite, or something new and amazing that recently crossed your path, we want to see what you recommend everyone should read and hear why you loved it. A list of the recommended titles will appear on the website after the event.
Friday May 24, 2024 at 10:00am
90 minutes
For many, this art is considered “yoga for the brain”, since it has calming and stress relieving effects on the people that practice it. It can also improve one’s confidence and concentration. It allows you to let go of expectations, and really live in the moment without having to worry about anything else.
Cet art est considéré comme un « yoga pour le cerveau », car il a des effets calmants et anti-stress sur les personnes qui le pratiquent. Cela peut également améliorer la confiance et la concentration. Il vous permet d'abandonner vos attentes et de vraiment vivre l'instant présent sans avoir à vous soucier de quoi que ce soit d'autre.
Friday Jun 21, 2024 at 10:00am
90 minutes
Create a unique work of art using ceramic tiles, markers and rubbing alcohol.
Créez une pièce d'art unique avec des tuiles de céramiques, des feutres et de l'alcool à friction.
Tuesdays, Apr 16, 2024 - Jun 25, 2024
6:30pm
90 minutes
11 sessions remaining
Colouring can have a calming effect on the mind and promote overall wellness.
Join us for a fun and relaxing session of adult colouring. An opportunity to let your inner artist free and be a kid again!
All supplies are provided. No experience required. All you need to bring is your creativity!
Registration required.
Redécouvrez le plaisir de colorier en vous joignant à notre club de coloriage pour adultes - un moment de détente et de relaxation tout en pratiquant l'art-thérapie.
Tout le matériel est fourni. Aucune expérience requise.
Tout ce dont vous avez besoin est votre créativité!
Inscription requise.
Saturday Apr 20, 2024 at 2:00pm
60 minutes
Growing vegetables in pots and bringing the outside in.
Presentation by the Master Gardeners of Ottawa-Carleton.
Mondays, May 13, 2024 - Jun 17, 2024
2:30pm
60 minutes
2 sessions remaining
Do you love browsing through cookbooks and trying new recipes? Then come and meet with other food enthusiasts and put a cookbook to the test! Each month will be a different cookbook! We will then make recipes at home and share comments on the results with the group.
No need to put a hold on a copy! You will get the cookbooks at the meetings.
Cookbook for April 
Cookbook for May 
Saturday Jun 01, 2024 at 2:00pm
120 minutes
We are told: don't write down passwords; don't reuse passwords; make passwords long and complex.
Chris Taylor, President of the Ottawa PC Users' Group, will show how to use free software that stores all your usernames and passwords along with related information and protects them with a single, very strong password.
Don't let your online accounts get compromised. It's easy, and free!
** Please note: You are not required to bring your laptop to the session.