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.
Join us for a free screening of All of Us Strangers as part of our "Remember, There's a Time and Place for Love" movie theme for March. The film was directed by Andrew Haigh and was released in 2023. The screening will take place in our auditorium, starts at 6:00PM and is free to attend.
Note: The film is intended for a mature audience. 105 minutes. In English with subtitles.
Joignez-vous à nous pour des discussions conviviales à propos de livres en français.
Présentez-vous au bureau de consultation du 1er étage afin de récupérer votre copie du prochain livre. La période de prêt s’étendra jusqu’à la séance du club de lecture dédiée au livre! Notre objectif est que les livres soient disponibles six semaines avant la discussion.
25 février 2025 : Anna et l’enfant-vieillard par Francine Ruel
25 mars 2025 : Plus grand que le ciel par Virginie Grimaldi
29 avril 2025 : le livre sera annoncé bientôt
27 mai 2025 : le livre sera annoncé bientôt
24 juin 2025 : le livre sera annoncé bientôt
29 juillet 2025 : le livre sera annoncé bientôt
26 août 2025 : le livre sera annoncé bientôt
30 septembre 2025 : le livre sera annoncé bientôt
28 octobre 2025 : le livre sera annoncé bientôt
25 novembre 2025 : le livre sera annoncé bientôt
30 décembre 2025 : le livre sera annoncé bientôt
Reminisce with us on a nostalgic trip every fourth Wednesday of the month as we play a film from the classic/Golden era of Hollywood This month's pick is Singin' in the Rain.
The film was directed by Billy Wilder was released in 1952. The screening will take place in our auditorium, starts at 6:00PM and is free to attend.
Note: The film is intended for a mature audience. 103 minutes. In English with subtitles.
Stories, rhymes and songs for children of all ages and a parent or caregiver. Drop-in program.
Contes, comptines et chansons pour les enfants de tous âges et un parent ou gardien. Portes ouvertes.
*** The sessions of April 10, 24 will be a Stay 'n' Play drop-in. | Les sessions du 10 et 24 avril seront un Jouons à la biblio.
Are you a fan of comic books? Prefer superheroes from Marvel and DC or more esoteric fare? Come and discuss your favourite series and graphic novels with like-minded fans!
Join us for the graphic novel book chat on the 2nd floor on Thursday, March 6th, from 6:00 to 7:30pm.
Join our Creativebug workshops the last Saturday of each month! All material will be provided, and you will always get to take your creation with you.
Registration for each individual session required and attendance is limited.
Creativebug, which is included in your Library membership, gives you access to thousands of free arts & crafts video workshops. They are all taught by recognized design experts and artists. Categories include, but are not limited to, knitting, crochet, design, sewing, jewelry, and cooking. Classes are for beginner, intermediate and advanced students of all ages.
**
Joignez-vous à nos ateliers Creativebug les derniers samedis de chaque mois! Tout le matériel sera fourni, et vous pourrez toujours emporter votre création avec vous. Puisque les ressources de Creativebug sont disponibles en anglais seulement, les vidéos diffusées en bibliothèque seront toujours en anglais. Cependant, nos organisateurs se feront un plaisir de traduire les instructions pour vous si nécessaire; n'hésitez pas à nous le demander!
L'inscription à chaque séance individuelle est obligatoire et le nombre de places est limité.
Creativebug, qui est inclus dans votre abonnement à la Bibliothèque, vous donne accès à des milliers d'enregistrements d'ateliers d’artisanat et de bricolage. Ils sont tous menés par des experts et des artistes connus. Les catégories incluent, entre autres, le tricot, le crochet, le design, la couture, la bijouterie, et la cuisson. Les cours ciblent les publics débutants, intermédiaires et avancés de tout âge.
Every Monday evening we put the spotlight on a director's work, giving us a chance to explore their oeuvre, revisit movies we've played on Tuesdays, and just....watch some good movies. This month's pick is Akira Kurosawa.
Join us for a free screening of Ran In as part of our Monday Director Spotlight Series. The film was released in 1985. The screening will take place in our auditorium, starts at 6:00PM and is free to attend.
Note: The film is intended for a mature audience. 162 minutes. In Japanese with English subtitles.
Join us for a free screening of Lolita as part of our "I'm Obsessed with..." movie theme for April. The film was directed by Stanley Kubrick and was released in 1962. The screening will take place in our auditorium, starts at 6:00PM and is free to attend.
Note: The film is intended for a mature audience. 152 minutes. In English with subtitles.
Ottawa Bad Movie Nights and Ottawa Public Library present a screening of Phenomena (Creepers Cut) (1985).
Please join us from 6:30pm to 8:30pm, at the OPL's Main Branch Auditorium. The event will also feature other bad movie items like trailers and serials.
The event is free to attend. In English.
Note: This film is intended for a mature audience. Viewer discretion is advised.
Every Monday evening we put the spotlight on a director's work, giving us a chance to explore their oeuvre, revisit movies we've played on Tuesdays, and just....watch some good movies. This month's pick is Céline Sciamma.
Join us for a free screening of Tomboy In as part of our Monday Director Spotlight Series. The film was released in 2011. The screening will take place in our auditorium, starts at 6:00PM and is free to attend.
Note: The film is intended for a mature audience. 82 minutes. In French with English subtitles.