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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.

  • Wednesdays, Nov 06, 2024 - Dec 11, 2024
    10:15am
    45 minutes

    6 sessions remaining

    Stories, rhymes and songs for children of all ages and a parent or caregiver. Drop-in program.

  • Wednesdays, Nov 06, 2024 - Dec 11, 2024
    10:15am
    30 minutes

    6 sessions remaining

    Stories, rhymes and songs for children of all ages and a parent or caregiver. Drop-in. / Contes, comptines et chansons pour les enfants de tous âges et un parent ou gardien. Portes ouvertes.

  • Wednesdays, Nov 06, 2024 - Dec 18, 2024
    10:30am
    30 minutes

    7 sessions remaining

    Please join us for stories, rhymes, and songs for children ages 0-6 years. Drop-in. Bilingual program.

    Rejoignez-nous pour des histoires, comptines et chansons pour les jeunes de 0 à 6 ans. Portes ouvertes. Programme bilingue.

  • Wednesdays, Nov 06, 2024 - Dec 11, 2024
    10:45am
    30 minutes

    6 sessions remaining

    Join us following Family Storytime to play and chat! There will be self-directed activities and toys for parents/caregivers and young children. Drop-in program. / Joignez-nous au après Contes en Famille pour jouer et socialiser. Il y aura des activités pour les tout-petits et leurs adultes. Portes ouvertes.

  • Wednesdays, Nov 06, 2024 - Dec 11, 2024
    11:00am
    60 minutes

    6 sessions remaining

    Join us to play and chat. There will be self-directed activities and toys for parents, caregivers and young children. Drop-in program. Family program.

    *This program is NOT supervised by staff.​

    Joignez-vous à nous pour jouer et socialiser. Il y aura des activités pour les tout-petits et leurs adultes. Programme portes ouvertes. Programme familial.

    *Ce programme n'est pas supervisé par le personnel.​

  • Thursdays, Nov 07, 2024 - Dec 05, 2024
    10:30am
    90 minutes

    2 sessions remaining

    Join us for a program that features:

    · dimmed lighting

    · sensory toys

    · a smaller number of participants

    · an adapted circle time with stories, rhymes and songs

    During this program there will be opportunities for open play and a chance to connect with other families. The circle time portion of this program is offered in the last 20 minutes of the session. A family member must be present for the duration of the program.

    This program provides a welcoming environment and respects the needs of children from 18 months to 6 years who live with developmental disabilities and/or autism, or who show signs of a developmental delay.

  • STEM Scientist Girl

    Thursdays, Nov 07, 2024 - Nov 21, 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.

  • Illustrated children in pajamas listen to an adult reading a story against a background of a night sky.

    Thursdays, Nov 07, 2024 - Dec 12, 2024
    6:30pm
    30 minutes

    6 sessions remaining

    Wear your comfy pajamas, bring along your favourite stuffie, and come for a cozy time! Stories, rhymes and songs for children of all ages and a parent or caregiver. Drop-in program.

    Confortablement vêtu de votre pyjama, amenez votre doudou préféré, et venez pour un moment de confort ! Contes, comptines et chansons pour les enfants de tous âges et un parent ou gardien. Portes ouvertes.

    Thursdays, November 7 - December 12, 6:30 - 7:00 p.m.

    Les jeudis du 7 novembre au 12 décembre, de 18h 30 à 19h

  • Picture of a dog with text "Dog Buddies"

    Friday Nov 08, 2024 at 10:30am
    60 minutes

    Join the Ottawa Humane Society and learn to be a good buddy to dogs! Participants will learn how to safely approach a dog, what to do if they ever feel afraid around a dog, and explore bite-prevention tips through role-playing scenarios. Family program for ages 4+. Registration required. 

    Depending on availability, a temperament-tested volunteer dog might join us!

  • Play Day ( PA Days)

    Fridays, Nov 08, 2024 - Nov 29, 2024
    10:30am
    120 minutes

    2 sessions remaining

    Board games, building blocks, LEGO bricks, and...as many books as you want to read!

     Drop-in! ​

    Jeux de société, blocs LEGO et...autant de livres que tu désires en lire!

    Portes-ouvertes! ​

    Friday, September 27 10:30 am - 12:30 pm​

    Friday, October 11 10:30 am – 12:30 pm ​

    Friday, November 8 10:30 am – 12:30 pm ​

    Friday, November 29 10:30 am – 12:30 pm​