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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.

  • Friday Mar 14, 2025 at 10:00am

    Play and learn about chess.  For 6+ years old.

    Jouer et apprendre à jouer aux échecs. Pour les 6 ans et plus.

    Note that there also will be chess-like board games.

    À noter qu'il y aura aussi des jeux de société similaires aux échecs.

  • Four illustrated animals use magnifying glasses, take notes, and are dressed as detectives or spies.
    Friday Mar 14, 2025 at 10:30am

    Build simple prototypes and test them! There’s no wrong prototype – each attempt is a learning experience. Engage with concepts like kinetic energy, simple machines, speed, distance, friction, and more as you create an experiment. Presented by STEMquest. Ages 4-6. Registration required.

    Ottawa Public Library is committed to making its programs accessible to everyone. If you need specific accommodations, please fill out this form: https://biblioottawalibrary.ca/en/accessible-services-request-form

    We prefer at least three weeks' notice for accommodation requests.

  • March Break
    Friday Mar 14, 2025 at 2:00pm

    Create and build wiht Lego! Family program. 60 min. Drop in.

  • animaux de dessins animés déguisés en détectives / cartoon animals dressed as detectives
    Friday Mar 14, 2025 at 4:00pm

    Viens jouer aux cartes, à des jeux de société ou à des jeux vidéos à la bibliothèque. Inscrivez-vous afin de réserver votre place. Nous accueillerons ceux sans réservation le jour de l'événement tout dépendant de nos capacités.

    Pour les 6 à 12 ans.

    Play card games, board games, and video games at the library. Register to reserve a spot. Drop-ins will be welcome on the day as space allows. Ages 6-12.

  • Mar
    Saturday Mar 15, 2025 at 10:00am

    Play card games or board games at the library (ex : Connect 4, Checkers, Chess). Drop-in program. Ages 6-12. / Viens jouer aux cartes ou à des jeux de société (Connect 4, Dames, Échecs) à la bibliothèque. Programme portes ouvertes. Pour les 6 à 12 ans.

  • cartoon animals in detective outfits
    Saturday Mar 15, 2025 at 12:00pm

    Play card games, board games, and video games on the big screen! For kids aged 6-12. 

    Viens jouer aux cartes, à des jeux de société, et à des jeux vidéo sur le grand écran! Pour les 6-12 ans. 

  • Saturday Mar 15, 2025 at 2:00pm

    Architectes en herbe, à vos Lego®!  Programme portes ouvertes.Pour les 6 à 12 ans.

    NOTEZ BIEN : Cette activité n’est pas supervisée par le personnel.

    Create and build with Lego®!  Drop-in program. Ages 6-12.

    NOTE: This is a stay and play program without staff supervision.​

  • Saturday Mar 15, 2025 at 2:30pm

    Bring your friends, hang out, and defeat your enemies. Play Super Smash Bros, Mario Kart 8 & more on our Nintendo Switch. 

    Ages 13-17.
     

  • Friday Mar 21, 2025 at 4:00pm

    Drop-in at the Carlingwood Branch for Wii U Game On!

    Not sure how to play? No worries! Our teen volunteers running this program will be happy to help. 

  • Saturday Mar 22, 2025 at 2:00pm

    Sorry this event and its waiting list are full

    Join us for a session of Dungeons and Dragons. Beginners and experienced players welcome. Dungeons and Dragons is a fantasy role playing game in which your characters explore the world, solve puzzles and fight monsters.  ​

    Ages 9-12. Please register.​