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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, Apr 25, 2024 - May 30, 2024
    11:15am
    30 minutes

    6 sessions remaining

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

  • Thursdays, Apr 25, 2024 - Dec 26, 2024
    2:00pm
    60 minutes

    36 sessions remaining

    Coloring can have a calming effect on the mind and promote overall wellness. Join us for a fun and relaxing afternoon of adult coloring. 

    All supplies are provided.  No experience required.  All you need to bring is your creativity!

    Drop-in.

  • Thursdays, Apr 25, 2024 - Jun 13, 2024
    2:00pm
    30 minutes

    7 sessions remaining

    Drop-in for Storybook reading, songs, bounces and rhymes too!  

    Ages newborn to 17/18 months. 

  • chessboard set up with brown- and cream-coloured playing pieces

    Thursday Apr 25, 2024 at 4:00pm
    60 minutes

    Do you enjoy chess, or do you want to learn the game?

    Drop in to play with other youth! Learn the basics and test your wits with a weekly chess challenge.

    Ages: 8 to 18

  • Earning Income

    Thursdays, Apr 25, 2024 - Apr 30, 2024
    5:00pm
    90 minutes

    2 sessions remaining

    Do you have a modest income and/or a simple tax situation? Our community volunteer may be able to help with your tax return. Elmvale Acres will be offering free tax clinics in English that operates on a first-come, first-served basis. Add your name to the list at the front desk and you'll be called in to meet with our volunteer when it's your turn. ​

    Our volunteers cannot process returns that deal with self-employment, investments, rental income, bankruptcy, business taxes or foreign income. They may refuse anyone that does not meet the eligibility criteria.

    Avez-vous besoin d'aide pour préparer vos impôts? Si vous avez un revenu modeste et une situation fiscale simple, des bénévoles formés pourront vous aider à remplir votre déclaration de revenus et ce, gratuitement. La Bibliothèque publique d'Ottawa collabore avec son partenaire, l'Agence du Revenu du Canada, afin d'offrir ces comptoirs d'impôts gratuits grâce au Programme communautaire des bénévoles en matière d’impôt (PCBMI). Ces dates sont en anglais seulement.

  • A hand holding a bill surrounded by coins of various denominations

    Thursday Apr 25, 2024 at 5:30pm
    180 minutes

    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.

    The Ruth E. Dickinson branch will be offering free tax clinics in English on a first-come, first-served basis. 

    Before arriving at the free tax clinics, you must verify whether you meet the Canada Revenue Agency’s eligibility criteria and ensure to bring the appropriate documentation with you. Our volunteers will not process self-employment or business taxes. 

    Click on the "View full schedule" button on the right of the screen to see when the clinics will be offered.

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    Thursdays, Apr 25, 2024 - Jun 27, 2024
    6:00pm
    90 minutes

    10 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.

  • Thursdays, Apr 25, 2024 - Aug 29, 2024
    6:00pm
    120 minutes

    19 sessions remaining

    Come knit/crochet/chat at the Munster Library Thursdays 6-8pm All levels are welcome!

  • Thursdays, Apr 25, 2024 - Jun 27, 2024
    6:30pm
    90 minutes

    10 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.

  • Books

    Thursdays, Apr 25, 2024 - Sep 26, 2024
    6:30pm
    60 minutes

    6 sessions remaining

    Join us for some great book discussions, tea and treats!