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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.

  • Woman clutching her hair in frustration, looking at her laptop

    Saturday Jun 22, 2024 at 2:00pm
    120 minutes

    The average time it takes for an unprotected computer to be compromised after connecting to the Internet is under 15 minutes. Don't let it be yours!

    Chris Taylor, President of the Ottawa PC Users' Group, will show you the simple steps you need to take to keep your PC from being hacked.

    And best of all, it can be done for free!

    **Please note that you are not required to bring your laptop for the session.

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

    Thursdays, Apr 18, 2024 - Jun 06, 2024
    10:15am
    30 minutes

    8 sessions remaining

    C'est l'heure du conte!

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

  • Thursdays, Apr 18, 2024 - May 16, 2024
    10:15am
    75 minutes

    2 sessions remaining

    Join us as we share the enjoyment of reading and discuss books in a relaxed atmosphere. All are welcome. 

    January 18 - The White Hare by Jane Johnson

    February 15 - Woman, Watching : Louise de Kiriline Lawrence and the Songbirds of Pimisi Bay by Merilyn Simonds

    March 21 - The Music Shop by Rachel Joyce

    April 18 - Different by Frans De Waal

    May 16 - Klara and the Sun by Kazuo Ishiguro

    The book club  meets on the third Thursday of each month at 10:15-11:30 except July, August and December, when there is no meeting. You can place a hold on library copies in advance

  • Thursdays, Apr 18, 2024 - Apr 25, 2024
    10:15am
    30 minutes

    2 sessions remaining

    Stories, rhymes and songs for children of all ages and a parent or caregiver. 30 min. Drop in.

  • Thursdays, Apr 18, 2024 - Apr 25, 2024
    10:15am
    30 minutes

    2 sessions remaining

    Toddlertime / Tout-petits à la biblio

    Stories, rhymes, songs and activities for toddlers (ages 19-35 months) and a parent/caregiver. Drop-in program. (No registration needed)

    Contes, comptines, et chansons pour les tout-petits (19-35 mois) accompagnés d’un parent ou gardien(ne). Portes-ouvertes. (inscription non-requise)

  • Thursdays, Apr 18, 2024 - May 30, 2024
    10:15am
    30 minutes

    7 sessions remaining

    Stories, rhymes and songs for toddlers 19-36 months and a parent/caregiver. Drop-in. 

  • Babytime

    Thursdays, Apr 18, 2024 - May 30, 2024
    10:15am
    30 minutes

    7 sessions remaining

    Stories, rhymes and songs for babies (newborn to 18 months) with a parent or caregiver. Drop-in program. 

  • Thursdays, Apr 18, 2024 - May 30, 2024
    10:30am
    30 minutes

    7 sessions remaining

    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 Morning Coffee Break

    Thursdays, Apr 18, 2024 - Jun 20, 2024
    10:30am
    90 minutes

    18 sessions remaining

    Join us at the Cumberland Branch Tuesday and Thursday mornings to enjoy a coffee and meet new friends.  We will have coffee, games, puzzles and colouring books

    Joignez-vous à nous à la succursale de Cumberland les mardis et jeudis matins pour prendre un café et rencontrer de nouveaux amis. Nous aurons du café, des jeux, des casse-têtes et des livres à colorier.

  • Thursdays, Apr 18, 2024 - Jun 06, 2024
    10:30am
    30 minutes

    8 sessions remaining

    Stories, rhymes and puppets for children and a parent /caregiver.  Drop in.

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

    Inscription non requise.