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.
Tuesdays, Apr 30, 2024 - Jun 11, 2024
7:00pm
60 minutes
7 sessions remaining
Practice English and meet new friends in a relaxed and friendly environment.
Margaret is an accredited teacher of English as a Second Language with more than 8 years experience in teaching adults who are new to Canada. Margaret endeavours to assist English learners strengthen their language skills through engaging conversations and discussions of some of the practical and cultural intricacies of living in Canada.
Wednesdays, May 01, 2024 - Jun 05, 2024
10:15am
30 minutes
10 sessions remaining
Stories, rhymes and songs for children of all ages and a parent or caregiver. Every Monday and Wednesday.
**Please note :
-No programming on March 4 and 6 (week *before* March Break)
-March Break : this program will occur as usual, followed by a craft activity (suitable for ages 4 and up, as supplies last).
Wednesdays, May 01, 2024 - May 15, 2024
6:30pm
90 minutes
3 sessions remaining
2024 will be one of the most consequential years in the history of democracy. Elections have been or will be held in many countries ranging in size and power from El Salvador to India. The decisions of voters will determine whether the worldwide growth in authoritarianism over the past twenty years will continue or democracy will begin to make a comeback.
The US Presidential and Congressional elections on Tuesday November 5 stand out as an especially critical democratic moment for two reasons: first because they will be a supreme test of American democracy; and second because they will send a powerful message to the rest of the world, including the dictatorships and wannabe dictatorships.
The group will discuss the background and issues of Democracy on Trial and week by week follow the important democratic events and developments of 2024.
Mr. Robert Miller will lead the discussion. He is the author of Canada and Democratic Development and, prior to his retirement, served as President and CEO of the Parliamentary Centre, Canada’s leading institution promoting and supporting international democratic development.
Session #1 Wednesday, April 3: Is History Repeating Itself?
Session #2, Wednesday April 10: Democratic Fatigue and the Appeal of the Strong Man
Session #3, Wednesday, April 17: Big Countries and Small: The Cases of El Salvador and Rwanda, Russia and India
Session # 4, Wednesday, April 24: The Fire Next Door: The Authoritarian Impulse in the United States
Session #5, Wednesday, May 1: Donald Trump and the Invention of Trumpism
Session #6, Wednesday, May 8: Can it Happen Here? If Trump wins, is Canada next? A discussion with John Ibbitson, Globe and Mail columnist and one of Canada’s leading authors on politics and public affairs.
Registration recommended.
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.
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
Mondays, May 06, 2024 - Jun 03, 2024
4:00pm
90 minutes
4 sessions remaining
Interested in chess and looking for new opponents?
Teen volunteers will be on hand to help those who are learning!
Reserved for players aged between 7-17.
Mondays, May 06, 2024 - Jun 03, 2024
6:00pm
120 minutes
2 sessions remaining
Join author Michael F. Stewart for an evening of shared writing, support, and constructive criticism from peers. No experience necessary, all forms of writing welcome.
Tuesday May 07, 2024 at 6:00pm
120 minutes
We are told: don't write down passwords; don't reuse passwords; make passwords long and complex. Chris Taylor, President of the Ottawa PC Users' Group will show how to use free software that stores all your usernames and passwords along with related information and protects them with a single, very strong password. Don't let your online accounts get compromised. It's easy and free.
Thursdays, May 09, 2024 - Jun 13, 2024
6:30pm
60 minutes
2 sessions remaining
This club meets on the 2nd Thursday of the month. (Due to March Break, the meeting will be pushed to March 21st.)
Come share the enjoyment of reading books with other kids ages 9-12!
Each meeting we will have a book battle to choose the book we will be reading that month.
Registration required (up to 8 participants).
Fridays, May 10, 2024 - Jun 14, 2024
1:30pm
90 minutes
2 sessions remaining
Meet new people and join in discussions on selected titles in a friendly and relaxed atmosphere every second Friday of the month. Newcomers are welcome.