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.
Wednesdays, Nov 06, 2024 - Dec 11, 2024
10:30am
30 minutes
6 sessions remaining
Family Storytime
There will be stories, rhymes, and songs for children of all ages and a parent or a caregiver.
After Family Storytime, you are welcome to Stay and Play.
There will be self-directed activities and toys for young children and their parents or caregivers.
Wednesdays, Nov 06, 2024 - Dec 11, 2024
2:00pm
30 minutes
6 sessions remaining
Stories, rhymes and songs for babies and a parent or caregiver. Ages 0-18 months. Drop-in program.
Wednesday Nov 06, 2024 at 2:00pm
90 minutes
Recognizing that individuals who struggle with chronic pain & chronic illness face their mortality differently and daily, Home Hospice Association's Spoonie Death Cafés provide the opportunity for people with chronic pain & chronic illness to come together to talk about death, dying, and grief, and whatever these topics may bring up.
Drop-ins welcome, but registration preferred.
Ottawa Public Library is partnering with the Home Hospice Association to offer death cafés with various themes. Check out the OPL website for upcoming death cafés.
Wednesdays, Nov 06, 2024 - Dec 11, 2024
2:30pm
30 minutes
6 sessions remaining
Following Babytime, join us to play and chat! There will be self-directed activities and toys for parents/caregivers and babies. Drop-in program.
Wednesday Nov 06, 2024 at 3:00pm
60 minutes
Create art in good company.
This series is perfect for aspiring artists, crafters who are in a rut, and anyone who suspects that a creative habit would be good for their soul.
We will explore our creativity using art prompts from Creativebug.
All supplies will be provided.
Wednesday Nov 06, 2024 at 6:00pm
90 minutes
Participants will create mini booklets with a button cover. The booklets can be any length to tell a story, poem, or drawings! Explore your imagination!
Wednesday Nov 06, 2024 at 6:00pm
150 minutes
MARVEL MOVIE MADNESS
Join us for a free screening of “The Black Widow” at the Blackburn Hamlet Branch. The film was directed by Cate Shortland and released in 2021.
Note: This film is intended for a mature audience (PG-13). 133 minutes. In English.
Natasha Romanoff confronts the darker parts of her ledger when a dangerous conspiracy with ties to her past arises.
Wednesday Nov 06, 2024 at 6:00pm
120 minutes
Create an original artwork with professional artist Stephanie Browness. Get step by step instructions in real time as you create your own version of a pre-planned watercolour featuring poppies of the colour of your choice. All experience levels welcome. All supplies provided! Registration required – spaces are limited.
Stephanie Browness is a painter and art instructor who has been teaching in Ottawa for 20 years. She has worked with all age groups and firmly believes that anyone can make art. Stephanie holds a BFA in fine arts from the University of Ottawa and Master's in art history from Carleton University.
Wednesday Nov 06, 2024 at 6:30pm
150 minutes
Ottawa Bad Movie Nights and Ottawa Public Library present a screening of Escape from L.A. (1996).
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.
Thursday Nov 07, 2024 at 10:00am
75 minutes
Lest we forget – N'oublions jamais
Join us for a lecture by retired Major Denis Hotte of the Canadian Armed Forces. Learn about his military experience and the importance of Remembrance Day.
Registration required.
Thursday November 7th, 10:00 – 11:00 am