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.
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.
Saturday May 04, 2024 at 10:00am
120 minutes
May the 4th Be With You...
As we inspire learning, spark curiosity and connect people in this fun, free morning of information and demonstrations showcasing robotics design innovation from our own community.
Learn about advances in robotics, smart mobility, and other next-gen technology from researchers, industry specialists, and local students. Check out STEM resources offered at the Library, and see OPL’s very own electric powered BiblioBike.
In collaboration with Area X.O operated by Invest Ottawa, InDro Robotics, Algonquin College Robotics and Automation Program, and the Longfields-Davidson Heights Secondary School VEX Robotics Club.
Pour la journée Star Wars, le 4 mai, nous voulons vous inspirer à apprendre, piquer votre curiosité et favoriser les échanges en présentant des innovations robotiques conçues ici à Ottawa.
Joignez-vous à la succursale Ruth-E.-Dickinson de la Bibliothèque publique d’Ottawa, à Zone X.O (exploitée par Investir Ottawa), à InDro Robotics, au programme de génie et d’automatisation du Collège Algonquin et à des clubs de robotique par Longfields-Davidson Heights S.S pour une activité portes ouvertes amusante, gratuite et informative.
Saturday May 04, 2024 at 10:00am
135 minutes
The program aims to help children practice and improve their reading skills! Children will receive individualized reading help and encouragement. Ages 6-12. Online Registration Required / Ce programme contribue au développement de la lecture chez les jeunes en favorisant l'accompagnement comme moyen privilégié d'apprentissage et de partage. Pour les 6-12 ans. Inscription en ligne requise
Step 1. Register for program / Étape 1: S'inscrire au programme.
Step 2. You will be added to the wait list. / Étape 2: Vous serez ajouté à la liste d'attente.
Step 3. An employee will contact you to complete the registration. / Étape 3: Un employé communiquera avec vous pour compléter l'enregistrement.
Saturdays, May 04, 2024 - Jun 29, 2024
10:00am
90 minutes
9 sessions remaining
Participez à notre groupe de conversation, dans une ambiance amicale et décontractée, afin d'améliorer vos habiletés à converser en français.
Aucune inscription requise.
Participate in our conversation group so that you can improve your French language conversation skills in a relaxed and friendly environment.
No registration required.
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.
Saturdays, May 04, 2024 - May 25, 2024
10:30am
90 minutes
4 sessions remaining
Building Boom! Show off your architectural creativity with Lego®!
For ages 4-12. Drop-in program.
Archiboum! Architectes en herbes, à vos Lego®!
Pour les 4-12 ans. Inscription non requise.
Saturdays, May 04, 2024 - Jun 01, 2024
10:30am
30 minutes
5 sessions remaining
Stories, rhymes and songs for children of all ages and a parent or caregiver. Drop-in.
Saturdays, May 04, 2024 - Jun 08, 2024
10:30am
30 minutes
5 sessions remaining
Stories, rhymes and songs for children of all ages and a parent or caregiver.
Saturday May 04, 2024 at 10:30am
150 minutes
This year, May the 4th is both Free Comic Book Day AND Star Wars Day! Stupendous!!
While comic books are always free at the library (as long as you return them on their due date, of course), we also want to celebrate this occasion. So join us this morning at the library for some geeky (and family friendly) arts and crafts:
Bonus points for anyone who shows up in costume or cosplay!!
Saturdays, May 04, 2024 - May 18, 2024
10:30am
30 minutes
2 sessions remaining
Stories, rhymes, songs and fun for children of all ages with a parent or caregiver.
Drop-in