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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.

  • An illustration of a child drawing on paper, while two children play a fishing game nearby.

    Mondays, Jul 08, 2024 - Aug 19, 2024
    2:00pm
    90 minutes

    6 sessions remaining

    Come craft at the library. We have all the supplies you need to satisfy your creativity! Drop-in program. Ages 6-12. 

    Viens bricoler à la biblio. On a tout ce qu’il te faut pour que tu puisses satisfaire l’artiste en toi! Programme portes ouvertes. Pour les 6 à 12 ans.

  • Splashes of paint in various colours in front of craft supplies. "Teen crafternoon" title in white.

    Mondays, Jul 08, 2024 - Aug 19, 2024
    2:00pm
    120 minutes

    6 sessions remaining

    Come craft and experiment with various art techniques at the library!* Share ideas and expertise with other participants. Or simply bond and make friends over common hobbies. For teens of all levels of artistic ability. Drop-in program.

    *Extra supplies available on hand for: drawing/colouring, origami, scrapbooking/collage, sewing, knitting, embroidery, bracelet and jewelry making, etc.

    Venez bricoler et expérimenter avec diverses techniques artistiques à la bibliothèque!* Échangez idées et conseils avec autres participants. Ou amusez-vous tout simplement avec des amis qui partage les mêmes passe-temps. Pour ados de tous niveaux d'habilité artisitique. Activité portes-ouvertes.

    *Matériel disponibles pour : dessin/coloriage, origami, scrapbooking/collage, couture, tricot, broderie, création de bracelets et bijoux, etc.

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    Monday Jul 08, 2024 at 2:00pm
    45 minutes

    Registration opens on Monday, June 10, 2024 - 10:00am

    Join Luc Leduc, The Duke of Magic for an action packed, 45- minute bilingual magic show with a lot of audience participation. Family program for ages 4+. | Rejoignez Luc Leduc, Leduc de la magie, pour un spectacle de magie bilingue de 45 minutes, plein d'action et avec beaucoup de participation du public. Programme familial pour les 4+ ans. 

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    Monday Jul 08, 2024 at 2:00pm
    60 minutes

    Registration opens on Monday, June 10, 2024 - 10:00am

    Who knows where your creations will take you? Ages 7 to 12. Registration.

    Using one library card, please register one spot for each child in attendance. To get a Library card, register online here: https://biblioottawalibrary.ca/en/getacard

    Qui sait où tes créations te mèneront? Pour les 7 à 12 ans. Inscription.

    En utilisant une seule carte de bibliothèque, veuillez inscrire une place pour chaque enfant présent. Si vous n'avez pas de carte de bibliothèque, vous pourrez en obtenir une ici: https://biblioottawalibrary.ca/fr/getacard

  • Monday Jul 08, 2024 at 2:00pm
    60 minutes

    Registration opens on Monday, June 10, 2024 - 10:00am

    This session is for high school students who intend to go to post-secondary schooling. You will learn about money management and how to plan for school. Topics covered include goal setting, basics about credit and basics about student loans. 

    Presented by the Credit Counselling Society.

    Registration required. Registrants will receive an additional email with the Zoom link ahead of the program.

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    Monday Jul 08, 2024 at 2:00pm
    60 minutes

    Registration opens on Monday, June 10, 2024 - 10:00am

    What can the stars predict? Discover the magic of astrology and create our own zodiac bracelet. For ages 10-12.

    Que peuvent prédire les étoiles? Découvre la magie de l’astrologie et crée un bracelet signe astrologique. Pour les 10 à 12 ans.

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    Monday Jul 08, 2024 at 2:30pm
    60 minutes

    Registration opens on Monday, June 10, 2024 - 10:00am

    What can the stars predict?

    Registration required. Ages 10-12.

    This is the same program being offered at Hazeldean, Carp, and Fitzroy Harbour. Please register for the program at the branch most convenient for you!

  • Monday Jul 08, 2024 at 2:30pm
    60 minutes

    Registration opens on Monday, June 10, 2024 - 10:00am

    Propel yourself into uncharted territories. Come explore heredity with alien genetics! For ages 8 -12. Registration required.

    This is the same program being offered at Beaverbrook, Hazeldean, and Constance Bay. Please register for the program at the branch most convenient for you!

  • smiling woman playing with virtual reality headset and hand-controllers

    Monday Jul 08, 2024 at 3:00pm
    90 minutes

    Drop by to play some of the many games on our Oculus Rift system! Explore mountains or deep seas, ride roller coasters, soar as an eagle, challenge your agility with Beat Saber or Fruit Ninja, defend your castle as an archer or your spaceship with a laser, and many more! 

    All games are single-player with English dialogue/text.

    How it works: drop in during the session and write your name on the sign-up sheet to reserve a 10-minute time-slot (no sign-ups ahead of time)

    Safety tip: to prevent falls, wear closed flat shoes, not flip-flops or high heels

    Ages: 10 to Adult (headset may be too large to fit smaller players)

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    Mondays, Jul 08, 2024 - Aug 12, 2024
    3:00pm
    60 minutes

    4 sessions remaining

    Come craft at the library. We have all the supplies you need to satisfy your creativity!

    Drop-in program. Ages 6-12.