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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.

  • Saturdays, May 25, 2024 - Jun 08, 2024
    2:00pm
    150 minutes

    2 sessions remaining

    Do you love board games? Cards? Chess? Any game goes! We will provide an assortment of games, but you're welcome to bring your own board games, too. Drop-in program. 

    Vous aimez les jeux de société ? Les cartes ? Les échecs ? Tous les jeux comptent ! Nous fournirons un choix de jeux, mais vous pouvez également amener vos propres jeux de société. Portes ouvertes

  • Asian Heritage Month

    Saturday May 25, 2024 at 2:30pm
    60 minutes

    Embark on a journey of love and tragedy with the Ottawa Public Library as we present Butterfly Lovers, a captivating Chinese legend performed by the Mengwei Yue Opera Studio. Experience the allure of Yue Opera, as graceful movements and operatic voices bring the tale of Liang Shanbo and Zhu Yingtai to life. This special occasion also features an English narrator to guide you through the story, followed by an interactive discussion. 

    Join us for an hour of unforgettable experience celebrating the magic of storytelling and Chinese heritage during Asian Heritage Month.

  • Mondays, May 27, 2024 - Jun 17, 2024
    9:30am
    30 minutes

    4 sessions remaining

    Stories, rhymes and songs for children of all ages and a parent or caregiver.

  • Mondays, May 27, 2024 - Jun 10, 2024
    10:30am
    30 minutes

    3 sessions remaining

    Stories, rhymes and songs for children of all ages and a parent or caregiver. No program May 20.

  • Mondays, May 27, 2024 - Jun 03, 2024
    10:30am
    30 minutes

    2 sessions remaining

    Stories, rhymes and songs for children of all ages and a parent or caregiver.

  • Mondays, May 27, 2024 - Jun 03, 2024
    10:35am
    30 minutes

    2 sessions remaining

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

                                                                                   April 29             May 20 CLOSED

                                                                                    May 6                May 27 

                                                                                    May 13              June 3

  • Adult playing board game with children

    Mondays, May 27, 2024 - Jun 03, 2024
    1:00pm
    150 minutes

    2 sessions remaining

    A weekly outing for home-schooling families. Board games, building blocks, LEGO® bricks, and... as many books as you may want to read!

    NOTE : during March Break, this room will be open to all! A structured activity is likely to be planned. Stay tuned.

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    Une belle sortie hebdomadaire pour les  familles qui font l'école à la maison. Jeux de société, blocs LEGO® et... autant de livres que tu désires en lire!

    À noter : durant la semaine de relâche de mars, cette salle sera ouverte à tous! Il est possible qu'une activité avec animation soit planifiée. À suivre!

  • Wednesday May 29, 2024 at 5:30pm
    90 minutes

    Come and join us for the evening of learning how to crochet amigurumi Cupcake.

    All material provided. Basic experience needed.

    Registration only.

  • Saturday Jun 01, 2024 at 10:00am
    180 minutes

    Venez en grand nombre célébrer la journée intergénérationelle au Canada à la bibliothèque publique d’Ottawa! There will be activities, games, music, and cake will be served!

    Bilingual Family Storytime at 10:30 a.m.

    Bring your family and friends for a day of fun and connections across generations for Intergenerational Day in Canada! Il y aura des activités, des jeux, de la musique, et du gâteaux sera servi!

    Contes en famille bilingue à 10 h 30

  • Saturday Jun 01, 2024 at 10:15am
    30 minutes

    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.