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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.

  • Fridays, Apr 19, 2024 - May 31, 2024
    10:30am
    90 minutes

    7 sessions remaining

    Join us in our children's area to play and chat! Drop-in program.

    Joignez-vous à nous au département des enfants pour jouer et socialiser. Portes ouvertes.

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    Fridays, Apr 19, 2024 - Jun 28, 2024
    3:00pm
    90 minutes

    11 sessions remaining

    Join our free English conversation group to practice speaking in English in a relaxed and friendly environment.

    All levels are welcome to this drop-in program.

    Rejoignez notre groupe de conversation en anglais gratuit pour pratiquer l'anglais dans une atmosphère détendue.

    Tous les niveaux sont les bienvenus à ce programme , inscription non requise.

  • Saturday Apr 20, 2024 at 11:00am
    300 minutes

    OPL is thrilled to invite you to the upcoming Earth Day Free Market.
    Come shop for FREE in a sustainable fashion environment!
     Location: Room B125, Main Branch (120 Metcalfe St.)
     Cost: FREE!

    La BPO est ravie de vous inviter au marché de vêtements gratuits pour le Jour de la Terre. Venez faire vos achats GRATUITEMENT dans un environnement de mode renouvelable !
     Location: Salle B125, Main Branch (120 rue Metcalfe)
     Coût: GRATUIT !

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    Saturday Apr 20, 2024 at 1:00pm
    210 minutes

    Ottawa Bad Movie Nights and Ottawa Public Library present a screening of The Mask (1961) and Robot Monster (1953) in glorious 3D!!!!!!!!! 3D Glasses will be provided for your enjoyment.

    The film is free to attend, starts at 1:00 PM and will take place in the Main branch auditorium.

  • Saturday Apr 20, 2024 at 3:00pm
    120 minutes

    Drop in to play card games, board games or video games at the library. Bring your friends, hang out, and defeat your enemies! Ages 12-17. Drop-in program.  **PLEASE NOTE THAT THE START TIME HAS CHANGED**
    Available consoles : Wii-U & PS4.

    • April 6th
    • April 20th

    Venez jouer aux cartes, à des jeux de société ou à des jeux vidéo à la bibliothèque. Amenez des amis, passez un bon temps, et remportez la victoire! Pour ados de 12-17 ans. Activité portes-ouvertes.   **VEUILLEZ NOTER QUE L'HEURE DE DÉBUT A CHANGÉ
    Jeux de consoles Wii-U & PS4 disponibles.

    • 6 avril
    • 20 avril
  • Mondays, Apr 22, 2024 - Jun 10, 2024
    10:00am
    30 minutes

    6 sessions remaining

    Stories, rhymes and songs for babies 0-18 months and a parent or caregiver. Feel free to stay after the program to play and chat. Drop-in program.

    Contes, comptines et chansons pour les bébés de 0 à 18 mois et un parent ou gardien. N’hésitez pas à rester après le programme pour jouer et socialiser. Portes ouvertes.

    Closed Monday, May 20. | Fermée le lundi 20 mai.

  • Mondays, Apr 22, 2024 - Jun 24, 2024
    2:00pm
    120 minutes

    5 sessions remaining

    On the second and fourth Mondays of each month, this event provides an opportunity for local authors and others who enjoy good writing to discuss writing of all types (fiction, non-fiction, poetry, dramatic scripts, graphic novels, etc.) Members will have the opportunity to share their writing and exchange useful feedback. Possible discussion may also include ideas related to publishing written work.

  • Mondays, Apr 22, 2024 - Jun 24, 2024
    6:00pm
    150 minutes

    5 sessions remaining

    Come join us for a fun collage session! Explore your creative side and piece together something beautiful. Collages make nice greeting cards or posters to decorate your home. Drop in program. Welcome to all ages. No registration required. All collage-making supplies (scissors, paper, glue) will be provided but you are welcome to bring your own special papers and materials as well.

    Venez participer à un amusant atelier de collage! Libérez votre créativité et fabriquez quelque chose de magnifique. Faites de jolies cartes de souhaits ou de belles décorations à afficher chez vous. Programme portes ouvertes. Pour tous âges. Aucune inscription nécessaire. Tout le matériel nécessaire vous sera fourni (ciseaux, papier, colle), mais vous pouvez aussi apporter vos propres papiers et outils.

  • Tuesdays, Apr 23, 2024 - Jun 25, 2024
    10:30am
    90 minutes

    10 sessions remaining

    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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    Tuesday Apr 23, 2024 at 6:00pm
    150 minutes

    Join us for our yellow selection for the Month of Colors with a free screening of Yellow Sky. The film was directed by Wiiliam A. Wellman and was released in 1948. The screening will take place in our auditorium, starts at 6:00PM and is free to attend.

    Note: The film is intended for a mature audience. 98 minutes. In English with subtitles.