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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.

  • Tuesday Sep 24, 2024 at 2:00pm
    60 minutes

    Sorry this event and its waiting list are full

    Join us for an afternoon of crafting!  Participants will be introduced to the art of needle felting.  Supplies will be provided.

  • Tuesday Sep 24, 2024 at 6:00pm
    60 minutes

    Attend the second workshop of our "Ottawa Wildflower Seed Library (OWSL) Presents..." series.
    During this workshop, we will discuss different types of pollinators/wildlife and how they have evolved with native plants to be their pollination and distribution systems. We will also examine factors to be considered when choosing plants for your personal garden, ensuring plant selection for the conditions you have.

    Examples of simple plans/combinations will be provided. 

    Materials will be available for clients to sketch out plans for their yard.

    Date: Tuesday, September 24 from 6 pm - 7 pm.

    *Clients are encouraged to register for this event as space is limited.

  • photo of an airplane

    Tuesday Sep 24, 2024 at 6:00pm
    60 minutes

    Photos and narration from multiple trips via car, ship, bus. Ireland includes Cork, Dublin,

    Northern Ireland (Belfast, Londonderry, Giant’s Causeway) and the west coast (Cliffs of

    Mohr, Connemara). Scotland includes Hebrides, Edinburgh, Inverness, Shetland Islands. Presented by Lynda Buske from the Ottawa PC Users’ Group and the Orleans Photo Club.

  • Tuesdays, Sep 24, 2024 - Dec 17, 2024
    6:30pm
    60 minutes

    4 sessions remaining

    Join us once a month to discuss a variety of graphic novels followed by an activity. 

    You will be given your first book at our first meeting.

    This program is for children 10-12 years old. Registration required.

  • Wednesdays, Sep 25, 2024 - Dec 18, 2024
    2:30pm
    60 minutes

    4 sessions remaining

    Have questions about your own device i.e.: tablet, phone, or laptop?  Need help with e-books or other online library services? Hazeldean staff will be available to assist you with basic tech questions.  **NO TECHNOLOGY REPAIRS**  Please bring your own device and library card.

  • Wednesdays, Sep 25, 2024 - Dec 18, 2024
    4:00pm
    45 minutes

    4 sessions remaining

    Are you new to independent reading? Need help finding something fun and exciting to read? Join us to discuss a variety of titles and share with us some of your favourites.

    Ages 7-9. Registration required.

  • Wednesday Sep 25, 2024 at 6:00pm
    90 minutes

    Join us as we create a unique 3D Pyramid card that can be used decoratively or give as a card…the creative possibilities are yours to explore.

     No experience needed. All materials provided.​

  • STEM Scientist Girl

    Thursdays, Sep 26, 2024 - Oct 10, 2024
    4:00pm
    60 minutes

    3 sessions remaining

    Stories and activities that support Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math.

    For a child aged 3-6 and a parent or caregiver.

    Please only register the child participant, not the adult. 

  • Man wearing glasses and heavy jacket sits at the base of a tree at night, looking at an open book illuminated in his lap

    Thursdays, Sep 26, 2024 - Dec 19, 2024
    7:00pm
    60 minutes

    4 sessions remaining

    Cover to Cover has multiplied!

    Joins us once a month for lively discussions on books in a variety of genres and voices.

    Starting September 2024, there will be two groups reading the same books, but at different times of the year. Choose a morning session - Daybreak Discussions - or evening session - Nightfall Forum - that works with your schedule.

    When you register for a session, there is no need to request a physical copy, as one will be ready for you! If you would prefer a different format such as an e-book or audiobook, please click on the title link below to place a hold through your own account.

    By registering for this program, you are registering for a Thursday evening session. To register for a Tuesday morning session, please visit Cover to Cover: Daybreak Discussions.

    FALL SESSIONS - REGISTRATION NOW OPEN!

    September 26: Starter Villain, by John Scalzi
    October 31: The Librarianist, by Patrick DeWitt
    November 28: This Time Tomorrow, by Emma Straub
    December 19: This Is How You Lose The Time War, by Amal Al-Mohtar

    WINTER SESSIONS  Registration opens December 2024 

    January: The Innocents, by Michael Crummey
    February: Lessons in Chemistry, by Bonnie Garmus
    March: Theory of Crows, by David Robertson

    SPRING SESSIONS  Registration opens March 2024 

    April: Klara and the Sun, by Keigo Ishiguro
    May: Yellowface, by R.F. Kuang
    June: Bring Your Favourite Book Party!
     

  • Fridays, Sep 27, 2024 - Dec 20, 2024
    2:00pm
    120 minutes

    7 sessions remaining

    Come engage in creative writing or academic writing!

    Each session starts with a 20-minute writing period, followed by a peer feedback session.

    You will need to bring the writing instruments of your choice (computer or pen and paper) so that we can write together.

    Registration is required for this program series