Practice your English language conversation skills and meet new friends in a relaxed and friendly environment. Registration is required. Space is limited.
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.
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Thursday Feb 13, 2025 at 6:30pm (series runs until Mar 27, 2025)
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Friday Feb 14, 2025 at 10:30am
A lovely day for slime! Register for this experimental slime science program. We provide the supplies and you supply the ideas!
For ages 7-12. Registration required.
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Friday Feb 14, 2025 at 1:30pm
With professional dancer and arts educator Julianne Lavertu, participants will explore the fundamentals of Afro-Caribbean dance while learning traditional movements and then integrating them into a short choreography. Presented by MASC.
This event is made possible thanks to the generosity of the Friends of the Ottawa Public Library Association.
For ages 5-11. Registration required.
Avec danseuse professionnelle et éducatrice artistique, Julianne Lavertu, les participants explorent les fondements de la danse afro-antillaise. Ils apprennent des mouvements traditionnels, puis les intègrent dans une courte chorégraphie. Présenté par MASC.
Pour les 5 à 11. Inscription requise.
Cet événement est rendu possible grâce à la générosité de l’Association des amis de la Bibliothèque publique d’Ottawa (AABPO).
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Friday Feb 14, 2025 at 2:00pm
Are all rabbits the same? What do they need? What is a hare and where does it live? Does it have
predators? As they explore these questions through games and investigations, kids can enjoy a face-toface visit with a rabbit, and pet its soft fur through this program with the Canada Agriculture and Food
Museum.Family program for ages 4+.
Les lapins sont-ils tous identiques? De quoi ont-ils besoin? Qu’est-ce qu’un lièvre, où vit-il et quels sont
ses prédateurs? Alors qu’ils explorent ces questions par le jeu et l’enquête, les enfants font aussi
connaissance avec un lapin et caressent sa douce fourrure avec le Musée de l'agriculture et de
l'alimentation du Canada.Programme familial pour les 4+ ans.
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Friday Feb 14, 2025 at 3:00pm
Are all rabbits the same? What do they need? What is a hare and where does it live? Does it have
predators? As they explore these questions through games and investigations, kids can enjoy a face-toface visit with a rabbit, and pet its soft fur through this program with the Canada Agriculture and Food
Museum.Family program for ages 4+.
Les lapins sont-ils tous identiques? De quoi ont-ils besoin? Qu’est-ce qu’un lièvre, où vit-il et quels sont
ses prédateurs? Alors qu’ils explorent ces questions par le jeu et l’enquête, les enfants font aussi
connaissance avec un lapin et caressent sa douce fourrure avec le Musée de l'agriculture et de
l'alimentation du Canada.Programme familial pour les 4+ ans.
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Saturday Feb 15, 2025 at 10:15am
Are all rabbits the same? What do they need? What is a hare and where does it live? Does it have predators? As they explore these questions through games and investigations, kids can enjoy a face-to-face visit with a rabbit, and pet its soft fur through this program with the Canada Agriculture and Food Museum.
Family program for ages 4+.
Registration required.
Due to limited room capacity, only 1 parent/caregiver can accompany each child/family.
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Saturday Feb 15, 2025 at 11:15am
Les lapins sont-ils tous identiques? De quoi ont-ils besoin? Qu’est-ce qu’un lièvre, où vit-il et quels sont ses prédateurs? Alors qu’ils explorent ces questions par le jeu et l’enquête, les enfants font aussi connaissance avec un lapin et caressent sa douce fourrure avec le Musée de l'agriculture et de l'alimentation du Canada.
Programme familial pour les 4+ ans.
inscription obligatoire
En raison de la capacité limitée des salles, un seul parent/guardien peut accompagner chaque enfant/famille.
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Saturday Feb 15, 2025 at 2:00pm
Come recreate a famous piece of art. We will select a new piece of art and give you all the supplies you need!
January inspiration: The Great Wave off Kanagawa by Katsushika Hokusai
February inspiration: Les Fétiches by Loïs Mailou JonesAges 6-12.
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Saturday Feb 15, 2025 at 2:00pm
Learn various ways you can organize your photos on your computer or in the cloud. You should be able to find even your oldest photos quickly and easily. Understand how to create backups so your photos are protected against theft, fire, or other disasters. Learn how to create a free on-line photo album using Flickr.
Presented by Lynda Buske from the Ottawa PC Users' Group and the Orleans Photo Club.
Registration required.
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Saturday Feb 15, 2025 at 2:00pm
Bruce Narbaitz is the writer of "Grr Umbler and the Hunt for Happiness," a playful and profound picture book about the magic of gratitude. During this interactive presentation, Bruce will read his book, answer questions about the writing process, share his #1 Thankfulness Tip, and facilitate fun Gratitude Games. For ages 5-12 (or any age that needs a gratitude boost!). Presented in English.
Bruce was raised in Blackburn Hamlet, where he learned to read, frequented the library and started his writing journey.
He is grateful for fresh air, the sound of Rice Krispies, and any opportunity to be silly.