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  • Saturday Feb 8, 2025 at 10:00am (series runs until May 10, 2025)

    Drop in for preschool fun! Play with puppets, crafts, building blocks, and more. Drop-in. *Note that the last Saturday of the month, we start with Family Storytime at 10:15am and then leave the room available for play until 11:30am, just like all other Saturdays.

    Last Play Day of 2024 : Dec 14.

    2025 dates :

    • Jan 18, 25
    • Feb 1, 8, 15, 22
    • March 1, 29 **Note there is a three-week break.
    • April 5, 12, 19, 26
    • May 3, 10.

    This program resumes on September 20.

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    Un programme portes ouvertes pour les enfants d'âge préscolaire! Venez jouer avec des marionnettes, des blocs de construction, du bricolage, et plus encore! Inscription non requise.

    *À noter : le dernier samedi du mois nous commençons par l'Heure du conte (en anglais) à compter de 10h15, et ensuite la salle est disponible pour jouer jusqu'à 11h30, comme tous les autres samedis matins.

    Dernier ‘On joue!’ de 2024 : 14 décembre.

    Dates de 2025 :

    • Janvier : 18, 25
    • Février : 1, 8, 15, 22
    • Mars : 1, 29 **Notez bien la pause pendant trois semaines.
    • Avril : 5, 12, 19, 26
    • Mai : 3, 10.

    Le programme reprend le 20 septembre.

  • chess board
    Saturday Feb 8, 2025 at 2:15pm (series runs until May 10, 2025)

    Interested in learning chess? Looking for new opponents? Drop in to play with our teen volunteers who can help you improve your game or… come beat them! Every second Saturday of the month (exception – March). Reserved for players aged 7 to 17.

    Les échecs, ça t’intéresse? Tu cherches de nouveaux adversaires? Viens jouer avec nos bénévoles ados qui seront là pour t’aider à t’améliorer… ou viens les vaincre! Chaque deuxième samedi du mois (excepté mars.) Réservé aux 7-17 ans.

    2024 : Dec 14, 2pm-3:30pm

    2025 : always 2:30-4pm

    •Jan 11

    •Feb/fév 8

    •Mar 1 (*instead of Mar 8 / au lieu du 8 mars)

    •Apr/avr 12

    •May/mai 10

  • Adult reading to a group of children
    Monday Feb 10, 2025 at 10:15am (series runs until May 14, 2025)

    Stories, rhymes and songs for children of all ages and a parent or caregiver. Every Monday and Wednesday, 10:15am.

    Last Storytime of 2024 : Dec 11.

    2025 dates : 

    • Jan : 13, 15, 20, 22, 27, 29
    • Feb 3, 5, 10, 12, 19, 24, 26 *NOTE library is closed on Feb 17 (Family Day)
    • March Break week (Mar 10 and 12) : storytime and craft. Registration required for that week - a separate program listing will be published on our website in early February for registration.
    • Mar : 24, 26, 31
    • Apr : 2, 7, 9, 14, 16, 23, 28, 30 **NOTE library is closed on April 21 (Easter Monday)
    • May : 5, 7, 12, 14
    • Program will resume in July.
  • Adult playing board game with children
    Monday Feb 10, 2025 at 1:00pm (series runs until May 12, 2025)

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

    Last 2024 date : Dec 9.

    2025 :

    • Jan 13, 20, 27
    • Feb 3, 10, 24 *NOTE : library is closed on Feb 17 (Family Day)
    • March : 10 (March Break week ), March 24, 31
    • Apr : 7, 14, 28 **NOTE library closed on April 21 (Easter Monday)
    • May : 5, 12.

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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!

    Dernière date en 2024 : 9 décembre.

    Dates de 2025 :

    • Jan : 13, 20, 27
    • Fév : 3, 10, 24 *NOTEZ BIEN : la biblio est fermée le 17 février (Jour de la famille)
    • Mars : 10 (Congé de mars), 24 mars, 31 mars
    • Avril : 7, 14, 28 **NOTEZ BIEN : la biblio est fermée le 21 avril (Lundi de Pâques)
    • Mai : 5, 12.
  • Adult reading a book to baby
    Tuesday Feb 11, 2025 at 2:30pm (series runs until May 13, 2025)

    Stories, rhymes and songs for babies and a parent or caregiver. 0-18 months.

    2024 : last program is on Dec 10.

    2025 : Winter-Spring dates :

    • Jan 14, 21, 28
    • Feb 4, 11, 18, 25
    • March 11 (March Break week), 25
    • Apr 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
    • May 6, 13
    • Will resume in July.

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    Contes, comptines et chansons pour les bébés et un parent ou gardien. 0 à 18 mois.

    2024 : notre dernier programme sera le 10 décembre.

    2025 : dates hiver/printemps : 

    • Janvier : 14, 21, 28
    • Fév : 4, 11, 18, 25
    • Mars : 11 (semaine du Congé de mars), 25
    • Avril : 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
    • Mai : 6, 13
    • Reprendra en juillet.
  • Tuesday Feb 11, 2025 at 6:00pm

    In Canada, your credit score affects major life decisions - from getting an apartment to securing a good interest rate on a loan. Learn how the Canadian credit system works and build the knowledge you need to make smart financial choices.

    In This Workshop, You'll Learn:

    • The basics of credit in Canada and how it affects your daily life
    • Learn when to use credit
    • What's in your credit report and how to read it
    • Steps to build your credit history
    • Practical ways to maintain good credit
    • Which credit cards and loans best suit your needs
    • Better options than Payday loans and other high-interest products

    After the workshop, you'll know how to get your credit report, understand your credit score, and choose loans or credit cards that work best for you. You'll also learn to spot credit offers with very high interest rates, like payday loans, and discover better options to borrow money when needed.

    About OCLF:

    At OCLF, we help newcomers and immigrants build strong financial futures in Canada. Since 2000, we've worked with thousands of Ottawa residents, providing the knowledge and tools needed to succeed. We teach practical money skills and offer affordable financing options to help you reach your goals. Our experienced team understands the unique challenges of beginning your new life in Canada, and we're here to support your success.

  • Tuesday Feb 11, 2025 at 6:45pm (series runs until Jun 10, 2025)

    Practice English and meet new friends in a relaxed and friendly environment. 

    Margaret is an accredited teacher of English as a Second Language with more than 8 years experience in teaching adults who are new to Canada. Margaret endeavours to assist English learners strengthen their language skills through engaging conversations and discussions of some of the practical and cultural intricacies of living in Canada. 

  • Wednesday Feb 12, 2025 at 12:00pm (series runs until Jun 11, 2025)

    Bring your knitting or crochet and meet fellow enthusiasts at the Sunnyside branch.  Knitters of all abilities are welcome.

  • Craft supplies on table
    Wednesday Feb 12, 2025 at 4:00pm (series runs until May 14, 2025)

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

    For children of all ages. Drop-in. 

    2024 : Last Crafternoon will be on Dec 11.

    2025 Winter\Spring dates :

    • Jan 15, 22, 29
    • Feb 5, 12, 19, 26
    • March 12 (March Break week), 26
    • April 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
    • May 7, 14

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    Viens bricoler à la biblio, on a tout ce qu’il te faut pour satisfaire l’artiste en toi!  Pour enfants de tous âges. Inscription non requise. 

    Dernier Brin d'brico de 2024 : le 11 décembre

    Dates Hiver/Printemps 2025 :

    Jan : 15, 22, 29

    • Fév : 5, 12, 19, 26
    • Mars : 12 (Congé de mars) 26
    • Avril : 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
    • Mai : 7, 14
  • 3 children reading and one child browsing the bookshelf
    Thursday Feb 13, 2025 at 6:30pm (series runs until Jun 12, 2025)

    Sorry this event is full

    This club will meet on the 2nd Thursday of the month:

    • October 10, 2024
    • November 14, 2024
    • December 12, 2024
    • Jan 9, 2025
    • Feb 13, 2025
    • Mar 20, 2025 (**NOT March 13 - exception because of March Break), 2025
    • Apr 10, 2025
    • May 8, 2025
    • June 12, 2025

    Come share the enjoyment of reading books with other kids ages 9-12!

    Each meeting we will have a book battle to choose the book we will be reading that month. 

    Registration required (up to 8 participants).