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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.

  • sewing machine

    Friday Dec 15, 2023 at 4:15am
    90 minutes

    Come learn the very basics of using a sewing machine with us and make a drawstring bag!

    For ages 12-17 years old. Registration is required.

    ONLY ONE PLACE REMAINS AVAILABLE. It's for Saturday Nov 25th, 3pm-4:30pm. Contact Véro Dupuis directly to register : veronique.dupuis@biblioottawalibrary.ca 

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    Viens apprendre les bases de la couture à la machine avec nous et fais un sac à cordon coulissant !

    Pour les 12 à 17 ans. Inscription requise.

    UNE SEULE PLACE DISPONIBLE - c'est pour le samedi 25 novembre, 3:00pm-4:30pm.

    SVP contactez Véro Dupuis directement pour la réserver : veronique.dupuis@biblioottawalibrary.ca

  • Movie Clapper

    Friday Dec 15, 2023 at 4:00pm
    120 minutes

    Come watch a family-friendly movie in English on the big screen at the library.

    *Please note : seating is on straight chairs, or on cushions on the floor.

    September 15 : Abominable

    September 22 : The Princess Bride (rated PG)

    September 29 - DC League of Super-Pets (rated G)

    October 6 : Detective Pikachu (rated PG)

    October 13 - Ferngully (rated G)

    October 20 : Asterix et Obélix : Mission Cléopâtre (EN FRANÇAIS with English subtitles) (rated G)

    October 27 : Wallace & Gromit: The Curse of the Were-rabbit (rated G)

    November 10 : Strange Magic (rated PG)

    November 17 : Marcel the shell with shoes on (rated PG)

    November 24 : Ferdinand (rated G)

    December 1 : Kung Fu Panda (rated PG)

    December 8 : The Peanuts Movie (rated G)

    December 15 : The Lego movie (rated G)

  • Adult reading to a group of children

    Saturday Dec 16, 2023 at 10:00am
    90 minutes

    Drop in for preschool fun! Play with puppets, crafts, building blocks, and more. Drop-in.

    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.

  • Monday Dec 18, 2023 at 2:00pm
    105 minutes

    Learn how to scan documents to your USB and email, use mobile printing and more! Our staff will give a short presentation on how to use library resources to print documents, as well as show examples of how to use the resources so you’ll get practical experience. 

  • Wednesdays, Dec 27, 2023 - Jan 03, 2024
    12:00pm
    120 minutes

    2 sessions remaining

    Our Knit & Knatter's ladies will be available to teach anyone how to knit or crochet. Come to one or both sessions.  We will provide yarn, needles and crochet hooks.

  • Thursdays, Jan 04, 2024 - May 30, 2024
    6:45pm
    60 minutes

    22 sessions remaining

    Améliorez votre français parlé et rencontrez des gens dans une ambiance décontractée et conviviale. Niveau intermédiaire. Practice your French language conversation skills and meet new friends in a relaxed and friendly environment. Intermediate level.

  • Mondays, Jan 08, 2024 - Jun 03, 2024
    6:00pm
    120 minutes

    6 sessions remaining

    Join author Michael F. Stewart for an evening of shared writing, support, and constructive criticism from peers. No experience necessary, all forms of writing welcome.

  • Tuesdays, Jan 09, 2024 - Jun 11, 2024
    7:00pm
    60 minutes

    23 sessions remaining

    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. 

  • a man reads a story book to a group of children.

    Thursdays, Jan 11, 2024 - Jun 06, 2024
    10:15am
    30 minutes

    21 sessions remaining

    Contes, comptines et chansons pour les enfants de tous âges et un parent ou gardien. Inscription non requise.

  • Thursdays, Jan 11, 2024 - Jun 06, 2024
    10:15am
    30 minutes

    21 sessions remaining