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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, May 03, 2024 - May 31, 2024
    4:00pm
    90 minutes

    3 sessions remaining

    Come play Wii U with us.

    Don't know how to play?

    The teens running this program will be happy to help!

    Drop in!

  • Saturday May 04, 2024 at 10:00am
    360 minutes

    Join us for a special Star Wars themed edition of DIY Craft Day!

    Come and make a craft at the library.  We provide the supplies and you provide the creativity and imagination!

    Saturday from 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

    While supplies last. This program is best for ages 4-10.

    Drop-in program.

  • Saturdays, May 04, 2024 - Jun 01, 2024
    10:15am
    30 minutes

    2 sessions remaining

    On the first Saturday of the month starting in February 2024, wear your pajamas, bring along your favourite stuffie, and come get cozy with us!  

    Stories, rhymes, and songs for children of all ages and parents or caregivers.

  • Children working together at a table.

    Mondays, May 06, 2024 - Jun 03, 2024
    2:00pm
    60 minutes

    2 sessions remaining

    Come get excited about STEM with us! 

    Every two weeks during our regular Monday Homeschool Happenings program, there will be science experiments suitable for children ages 6-12 years and their adult co-learner. 

    This program is in partnership with the Let's Talk Science with UOttawa and Carleton U.

    Dates are as follows : 

    -January 29

    -February 12

    -February 26

    -March 11 **This is March Break week -- registration is required.

    -March 25

    -April 8

    -April 22

    -May 6

    -June 3

  • Thursdays, May 09, 2024 - May 30, 2024
    10:30am
    45 minutes

    4 sessions remaining

    Stories, rhymes and songs for children of all ages and a parent or caregiver. Stay and Play following Storytime.  (No registration needed)

  • Saturday May 11, 2024 at 2:00pm
    90 minutes

    Come watch a FREE screening of fun, family-friendly movies at the St-Laurent Library. Popcorn and snacks provided. All ages are welcome.​​

    Encanto (2021) 1 h 30 min - PG​

    Saturday, May 11 at 2 p.m.​

    Le film sera visionné en anglais ​/ Movie will be shown in English

    The Madrigals live hidden in the mountains of Colombia, in a magical house, in a vibrant town, in a wondrous, charmed place called Encanto. The magic of the Encanto has blessed every child in the family with a unique gift from super strength to the power to heal, every child except one, Mirabel. But when she discovers that the magic surrounding the Encanto is in danger, Mirabel decides that she, the only ordinary Madrigal, might just be her exceptional family's last hope.

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    Saturday May 11, 2024 at 2:00pm
    150 minutes

    Come watch a family-friendly movie in English on the projector.

    Bring a friend, some snacks, a sleeping bag or lawn chair! Costumes are always welcome!

    *Note: available seating is on straight chairs, or on floor cushions.

    May 11 : Ratatouille

    Come again on June 8 for another great movie : Moana

  • Saturday May 18, 2024 at 1:00pm
    180 minutes

    Use your imagination and help create a Lego® village and other Lego® activities.

    Drop-in for ages 3+.

    This is a self directed program.

  • Barrhaven Builders Club

    Friday May 24, 2024 at 3:30pm
    90 minutes

    Get creative with our Gears, Gears, Gears, Magformers, Keva Planks, Lego, Meccano, K'nex, VEX Robotics and more.

    Drop-in between 3:30 and 5:00pm to build, construct, engineer and design with us.

    Open to ages 5+

  • giant games like connect 4, twister and jenga

    Mondays, Jun 03, 2024 - Jun 07, 2024
    2:00pm
    60 minutes

    2 sessions remaining

    Join us for some giant fun playing connect 4, checkers, candyland, twister and more. Ages 4-10.