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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.

  • Saturdays, Dec 02, 2023 - Feb 24, 2024
    2:00pm
    120 minutes

    13 sessions remaining

    Do you love board games? Cards? Chess? Any game goes! We will provide an assortment of games, but you're welcome to bring your own board games, too. 

    Drop-in program for families.

  • The NaNoWriMo crest stands against a blue field. It is a shield containing a cup of coffee, two pens crossed in the shape of an x, a ream of paper, and a laptop. On top of it rests a horned helmet. Two quills in their respective inkwell are on the sides.

    Saturday Dec 02, 2023 at 2:30pm
    90 minutes

    After a month of furious novel-ing, you’re invited to join your fellow writers and the local Ottawa event coordinators to celebrate a month well spent at our “Thank Goodness It’s Over” Party! Come join in for games, prizes, socializing, and more!

    Every year in November, writers of all shapes, sizes, and genres come together to tackle National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo). With a goal of writing 50,000 words in 30 days, the event challenges both aspiring and experienced novelists to prioritize putting pen to page to see what they can accomplish.

    Find out more about NaNoWriMo here! 

  • Web banner for hobbies and crafts

    Saturday Dec 02, 2023 at 2:30pm
    90 minutes

    Sorry this event and its waiting list are full

    Participants will be able to make seasonal ornaments with craft materials, paint, and Mod Podge. Your ornaments will be finalized with a string, twine, or ribbon of your choice!

  • Saturdays, Dec 02, 2023 - Mar 16, 2024
    2:30pm
    60 minutes

    14 sessions remaining

    Bring your friends, hang out, and defeat your enemies. Play Super Smash Bros, Mario Kart 8 & more on our Nintendo Switch. Ages 12-17 

    **Note: No program Saturday, November 4th and Saturday, November 11th.

     

  • lego pieces

    Saturdays, Dec 02, 2023 - Dec 30, 2023
    2:30pm
    60 minutes

    4 sessions remaining

    Create and build with Lego®!  Drop-in Program. Family Program.

  • Sensory Storytime, Mothercraft Ottawa

    Saturday Dec 02, 2023 at 3:00pm
    90 minutes

    Our Storytime welcomes and respects the needs of children aged 0-6 years living with developmental disabilities and/or Autism, who may face barriers related to sensory experiences, show signs of, or are at risk for a developmental delay.

    A family member must be present for the entirety of the event.

    Offered in partnership with Mothercraft Ottawa.

  • Mondays, Dec 04, 2023 - Dec 18, 2023
    9:30am
    30 minutes

    3 sessions remaining

    Stories, rhymes and songs for children of all ages and a parent or caregiver.

  • Mondays, Dec 04, 2023 - Dec 18, 2023
    10:00am
    120 minutes

    3 sessions remaining

    Are you looking for work? Unemployed or underemployed?

    Drop-in to meet one-on-one with an Employment Counsellor from the Pinecrest-Queensway Employment Services team.

  • person reading to children

    Mondays, Dec 04, 2023 - Dec 11, 2023
    10:00am
    30 minutes

    2 sessions remaining

    Stories, rhymes and songs for toddlers and a parent or caregiver. 19-35 months.

  • Adult reading a book to children

    Mondays, Dec 04, 2023 - Dec 13, 2023
    10:15am
    30 minutes

    4 sessions remaining

    Stories, rhymes and songs for children of all ages and a parent or caregiver.