Engage, Encourage and Grow Together with STEM Learning Opportunities.
An evening family storytime program with math and science themed stories and related hands-on activities.
For young thinkers ages 3-6 and their adult co-learner.
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.
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Thursday Dec 14, 2023 at 6:00pm
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Thursday Dec 14, 2023 at 6:30pm
60 minutesJoin us as we explore a dungeon and fight fearsome monsters! This easy roleplaying system is perfect for complete beginners who are curious about roleplaying games. Ages 7-13.
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Thursday Dec 14, 2023 at 6:30pm
60 minutesThis club will start meeting on the 2nd Thursday of the month starting in October! Come share the enjoyment of reading books with other kids ages 9-12.
November 9th Meeting:
Scurry by Mac Smith
Dog Knight by Jeremy WhitleyDecember 14th Meeting:
Parker Inheritance by Varian Johnson
Registration required (up to 10 participants).
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Friday Dec 15, 2023 at 4:15am
90 minutesCome learn the very basics of using a sewing machine with us and make a drawstring bag!
For ages 12-17 years old. Registration is required.
ONLY ONE PLACE REMAINS AVAILABLE. It's for Saturday Nov 25th, 3pm-4:30pm. Contact Véro Dupuis directly to register : veronique.dupuis@biblioottawalibrary.ca
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Viens apprendre les bases de la couture à la machine avec nous et fais un sac à cordon coulissant !
Pour les 12 à 17 ans. Inscription requise.
UNE SEULE PLACE DISPONIBLE - c'est pour le samedi 25 novembre, 3:00pm-4:30pm.
SVP contactez Véro Dupuis directement pour la réserver : veronique.dupuis@biblioottawalibrary.ca
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Saturday Dec 16, 2023 at 10:30am
60 minutesSpend your Saturday investigating the world of S.T.E.A.M.
This session we will look at electricity through and introduction to Little Bits and creation of a battery operated machine.
Ages 8-12
Registration required
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Saturday Dec 16, 2023 at 10:30am
60 minutesLet your creativity flow with Pop-up Painters. Transform a blank canvas into a majestic snowy trees painting! Guided tutorial and supplies will be provided. Registration is required. Ages 8 and up.
This program is made possible with support from Friends of the Ottawa Public Library.
Paint me a Picture workshop is part of Emerald Plaza’s Holiday Open House. Throughout the day enjoy light refreshments, make holiday gift supplies at our crafting table, and play Chocolate Bar Bingo in the afternoon.
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Saturday Dec 16, 2023 at 11:00am
60 minutesSorry this event and its waiting list are full
Get a Techno Buddy!
Technology and Social Media can be overwhelming.
Teen Volunteers share their Social Media knowledge with older Adults in a two-on-one setting.
Areas of technology help will focus on user’s personal account use by initial setting up of the accounts and how use the site:
Facebook
Instagram
X (former Twitter)
Pinterest
Meeting place: Teen Zone.
Please provide a phone number we can contact you about your topic.
One topic per session.
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Saturday Dec 16, 2023 at 2:30pm
60 minutesSorry this event and its waiting list are full
Create intricate paper art perfect for the season in a simple, easy to follow craft. Enjoy a calm atmosphere, good conversation, and discover how to turn swirls of paper into a wintery art piece or holiday card that is sure to impress.
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Saturday Dec 16, 2023 at 3:00pm
60 minutesCelebrate the festive season with stories, songs, activities and a craft. For children ages 4-8.
Célébrez le temps des Fêtes avec des histoires, chansons, des activités et un bricolage. Pour les enfants de 4 à 8 ans.
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Monday Dec 18, 2023 at 2:00pm
105 minutesLearn how to scan documents to your USB and email, use mobile printing and more! Our staff will give a short presentation on how to use library resources to print documents, as well as show examples of how to use the resources so you’ll get practical experience.