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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.

  • Monday Apr 29, 2024 at 6:00pm
    120 minutes

    If your Windows computer is getting sluggish, you don't have to re-install Windows just to gain back lost performance. Chris Taylor, President of the Ottawa PC Users' Group will demonstrate and explain how to safely use many native and free 3rd party tools that can help speed up Windows. ​

    Registration limited. Please pre-register online.

  • Monday Apr 29, 2024 at 6:30pm
    90 minutes

    Come and join me for a relaxing evening creating a Stitched String art bookmark.

    Templates will be available, or create your own!

    Supplies will be provided.

  • Monday Apr 29, 2024 at 6:30pm
    90 minutes

    Join us for a discussion of cookbooks and recipes.

    Try a recipe from each month’s cookbook selection and tell us what you think!

     No registration required. All are welcome!

  • Starry night storytime

    Monday Apr 29, 2024 at 6:30pm
    30 minutes

    Wear your pajamas, bring along your favourite stuffie, and come get cozy with us! Stories, rhymes, and songs for children of all ages and parents or caregivers.Drop-in program

  • cercle de lecture vanier

    Mondays, Apr 29, 2024 - Jun 24, 2024
    7:00pm
    75 minutes

    3 sessions remaining

    La succursale Vanier de la Bibliothèque publique d’Ottawa invite les francophones et les francophiles de toutes générations à se joindre à un Cercle de Lecture. On y mettra l’accent sur les ouvrages écrits en français se rapportant à la francophonie canadienne. Chacune des personnes participantes aura le choix de présenter un livre de sa préférence, dans une atmosphère harmonieuse. Une animatrice en assurera le bon déroulement. Les rencontres du cercle auront lieu le dernier samedi de chaque mois (dès Octobre) de 19h à 20h15.

  • Tuesdays, Apr 30, 2024 - Jun 04, 2024
    10:15am
    30 minutes

    6 sessions remaining

    Stories, rhymes and songs for babies and a parent or caregiver. 0-18 months. 30 min. Registration required.

  • Tuesdays, Apr 30, 2024 - Jun 04, 2024
    10:30am
    30 minutes

    6 sessions remaining

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

    Drop-in.

  • storytime

    Tuesdays, Apr 30, 2024 - May 28, 2024
    10:30am
    30 minutes

    5 sessions remaining

    Stories, rhymes, and songs for preschool children and a parent/caregiver. Drop in program.

    Stay longer and enjoy our "Stay & Play" program.

    Contes, comptines, et chansons pour les enfants d'âge préscolaire accompagnés d’un parent ou gardien. Portes ouvertes.

    Restez davantage et profitez de notre programme "Jouons à la bibliothèque".

  • Tuesdays, Apr 30, 2024 - Jun 25, 2024
    10:30am
    60 minutes

    5 sessions remaining

    Colouring can have a calming effect on the mind and promote overall wellness.

    Join us every second week on Tuesday mornings for a fun and relaxing session of adult coloring.  An opportunity to let your inner artist free and be a kid again!

    All supplies are provided.  No experience required.  All you need to bring is your creativity!

  • end of life

    Tuesday Apr 30, 2024 at 10:30am
    90 minutes

    This workshop, presented by Dying With Dignity Canada (Ottawa Chapter), End of Life Options (including MAiD)  is to educate people about the options available to mitigate or end suffering at life's end, including:

    palliative care

    treatment options

    Medical Assistance In Dying (MAiD)

    The workshop includes the current legislation on MAiD, the process for applying in Ontario and explanation of the experience by a loved one.  

    For adults. English event.  Registration is required.