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.
Wednesdays, Apr 24, 2024 - Jun 26, 2024
10:00am
90 minutes
10 sessions remaining
Participez à notre groupe de conversation, dans une ambiance amicale et décontractée, afin d'améliorer vos habiletés à converser en français.
Aucune inscription requise.
Participate in our conversation group so that you can improve your French language conversation skills in a relaxed and friendly environment.
No registration required.
Wednesdays, Apr 24, 2024 - Jun 05, 2024
6:30pm
60 minutes
7 sessions remaining
Do you already have some basic English language skills, and are you looking for a casual, friendly environment where you can practice your English speaking skills? All levels are welcome.
Join our free English conversation group!
Receive guidance from our leaders, meet new people and gain confidence in your ability to speak English.
Every Wednesdays from 6:30-7:30 pm (no conversation group on April 17)
Vous avez déjà une base en anglais et vous cherchez un endroit avec une ambiance décontractée et amicale pour pratiquer vos habiletés de converser en anglais? Tous les niveaux sont les bienvenus.
Joignez-vous à notre groupe de conversation en anglais! C'est gratuit!
Recevez des conseils, rencontrez de nouvelles personnes et gagnez de la confiance à converser en anglais.
Tous les mercredis soirs de 18h30-19h30 (sauf le 17 avril)
Friday Apr 26, 2024 at 1:00pm
270 minutes
Do you need help with your tax return? If you have a modest income and a simple tax situation, trained volunteers may be able to complete your tax return for you for free. Ottawa Public Library is partnering with the Canada Revenue Agency to offer free tax preparation through the Community Volunteer Income Tax Program (CVITP).
Avez-vous besoin d'aide pour préparer vos impôts? Si vous avez un revenu modeste et une situation fiscale simple, des bénévoles formés pourront vous aider à remplir votre déclaration de revenus et ce, gratuitement. La Bibliothèque publique d'Ottawa collabore avec son partenaire, l'Agence du Revenu du Canada, afin d'offrir ces comptoirs d'impôts gratuits grâce au Programme communautaire des bénévoles en matière d’impôt (PCBMI).
April 22th and April 26th clinics are cancelled. We are sorry for the inconvenience.
La clinique du 22 avril et du 26 avril sont annulées. Nous sommes désolé du trouble que cela peut vous causer.
Saturday May 04, 2024 at 1:00pm
90 minutes
In this Mathieu Fournier documentary on the first viral phenomenon of the digital age, Ghyslain Raza ("the Star Wars Kid") breaks his silence and reflects on his story for the first time. In doing so, he also explores our collective experience living in an online world in which we have to make peace with our digital shadows.
2022. 1 h 19 min. In French with English subtitles. Courtesy of the National Film Board.
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Dans ce documentaire de Mathieu Fournier, Ghyslain Raza, le « Star Wars Kid », sort du silence afin de réfléchir à notre soif de contenu et au droit à l’oubli à l’ère numérique.
2022. 1 h 19 min. En français avec sous-titres anglais. Gracieuseté de l'Office national du film.
Tuesdays, Apr 23, 2024 - Jun 25, 2024
1:30pm
120 minutes
10 sessions remaining
Speak, in person, with a Public Health Nurse to get support around infant feeding and parenting. No appointment is necessary, simply drop in during these hours. Learn ways to help your child eat healthy and be active Make sure your child is on track with their growth and development. In partnership with Ottawa Public Health.
Tuesdays, Apr 23, 2024 - Aug 27, 2024
2:00pm
60 minutes
10 sessions remaining
Want to learn more about your family history or getting stuck working on your family tree?
Drop-in to work on your family tree, share research strategies, and discover what resources are available for your research.
Specialists from the Ontario Genealogical Society Ottawa Branch and the Ottawa Public Library will answer questions and help you get the most from library resources.
Bring your laptop, tablet, or borrow a Chromebook from the library.
All welcome!
Tuesdays, Apr 23, 2024 - Jun 25, 2024
2:00pm
120 minutes
10 sessions remaining
Do you like to knit, crochet, or do handwork of some sort? Please join like-minded individuals for an enjoyable afternoon of crafting. Bring any project that you are working on. Drop In.
Tuesdays, Apr 23, 2024 - Apr 30, 2024
5:00pm
90 minutes
4 sessions remaining
Do you have a modest income and/or a simple tax situation? Our community volunteer may be able to help with your tax return. Elmvale Acres will be offering free tax clinics in English that operates on a first-come, first-served basis. Add your name to the list at the front desk and you'll be called in to meet with our volunteer when it's your turn.
Our volunteers cannot process returns that deal with self-employment, investments, rental income, bankruptcy, business taxes or foreign income. They may refuse anyone that does not meet the eligibility criteria.
Avez-vous besoin d'aide pour préparer vos impôts? Si vous avez un revenu modeste et une situation fiscale simple, des bénévoles formés pourront vous aider à remplir votre déclaration de revenus et ce, gratuitement. La Bibliothèque publique d'Ottawa collabore avec son partenaire, l'Agence du Revenu du Canada, afin d'offrir ces comptoirs d'impôts gratuits grâce au Programme communautaire des bénévoles en matière d’impôt (PCBMI). Ces dates sont en anglais seulement.
Tuesdays, Apr 23, 2024 - Apr 30, 2024
6:00pm
120 minutes
2 sessions remaining
Get feedback on your writing (any genre) and ideas from the group. Hear the work of other writers and offer your feedback. Discuss issues about writing and publishing. Share your triumphs, trials and tribulations with a supportive, informal group. "Pen and Paper" is just a name. Bring any medium you want.
Tuesdays, Apr 23, 2024 - Jun 25, 2024
6:00pm
60 minutes
10 sessions remaining
Practice your English conversation skills in a low-pressure, friendly environment. All levels are welcome.