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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.

  • Tuesday Dec 19, 2023 at 1:30pm
    60 minutes

    Pack your bags and prepare for the first chapter in a tour around the world! Joins us every third Tuesday until June 2024, where we will discuss a title set in a different country and/or written by a foreign author.

    When you pick up a copy of September's title, you will receive a Traveler's Guide to keep with you for the year, in which you may keep notes as you read, draw something from the book that has inspired you, or bring up points you'd like to discuss during the meet-ups.

    At every meeting you attend, you will get your "passport" stamped. We hope to see you well-traveled by summer 2024!

  • slim white-covered book on a round wooden table

    Thursday Dec 21, 2023 at 11:00am
    60 minutes

    Veuillez nous joindre le 3e jeudi de chaque mois pour des rencontres conviviales afin de discuter des livres de langue française.

  • Open book on a table

    Thursday Dec 21, 2023 at 7:00pm
    60 minutes

    Come join us the 4th Thursday of every month for lively discussion on a variety of English-language books.

  • magnifying glass on top of orange-tinted map of the earth

    Tuesdays, Jan 16, 2024 - Mar 19, 2024
    1:30pm
    60 minutes

    3 sessions remaining

    Registration opens on Friday, December 1, 2023 - 9:00am

    Continuing from the fall session, all aboard for the next leg of our tour around the world, with Japan, Mexico, and Sri Lanka! Join us the third Tuesday of each month until June 2024, where we will discuss a title set in a different country and/or written by a foreign author.

    When you register, we will reserve a copy of the book for you - no need to place a hold, unless you would like to enjoy the book in a different format. When you pick up your copy, you will receive a Reader's Passport to keep with you for the year, in which you may keep notes as you read, draw something from the book that has inspired you, or bring up points you'd like to discuss during the meeting.

    At every meeting you attend, bring your "passport" to have it stamped. We hope to see you well-traveled by summer 2024!

  • open book on tree roots, surrounded by leaves

    Thursdays, Jan 25, 2024 - Mar 28, 2024
    7:00pm
    60 minutes

    3 sessions remaining

    Come join us the 4th Thursday of every month for lively discussion on a variety of English-language books. Everything from non-fiction to fantasy to gentle reads, there's something for everyone - and you may find a new genre that appeals to you!

  • Books

    Thursday Nov 30, 2023 at 6:00pm
    60 minutes

    Do you have strong feelings about books that you want to share? Struggling to find your next read? Drop by Carlingwood's Meeting Room to talk with other teens about favourite characters, current reads and BookTok!

    Snacks and tea provided.

    Ages 13-17

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  • Sleuth Hounds

    Saturdays, Dec 02, 2023 - Dec 09, 2023
    10:30am
    120 minutes

    2 sessions remaining

    The program aims to help children practice and improve their reading skills! Children will receive individualized reading help and encouragement. Ages 6-12. Online Registration Required / Ce programme contribue au développement de la lecture chez les jeunes en favorisant l'accompagnement comme moyen privilégié d'apprentissage et de partage. Pour les 6-12 ans. Inscription en ligne requise

    Step 1. Register for program / Étape 1: S'inscrire au programme.

    Step 2. You will be added to the wait list. / Étape 2: Vous serez ajouté à la liste d'attente.

    Step 3. An employee will contact you to complete the registration. / Étape 3: Un employé communiquera avec vous pour compléter l'enregistrement.

  • Anime and Manga Club;  Club d'anime et manga

    Saturdays, Dec 02, 2023 - Dec 16, 2023
    2:45pm
    120 minutes

    2 sessions remaining

    Love manga and anime?  Come join us to discuss all things Naruto, Demon Slayer, and much more with fellow fans!  We watch anime, eat snacks, and play games.

    Ages 13 - 18.  Registration required. 

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    Aimez-vous l'anime ou le manga ?  Venez à la bibliothèque pour discuter les séries comme Naruto, Demon Slayer et plus avec les autres amateurs d'anime !  Nous regardons l'anime, mangeons des collations et jouons les jeux.

    Pour les 13 - 18 ans.  Enregistrement requis. 

  • Night Lights

    Tuesday Dec 05, 2023 at 6:30pm
    60 minutes

    Sorry this event and its waiting list are full

    Have you started reading on your own? Looking for the next best early reader or beginner chapter book? Come join the Night Lights Book Club. We will listen to stories, share our favourites and participate in book-related activities. Registration required. For 6 to 8 year olds. 

  • Monday Dec 11, 2023 at 2:30pm
    120 minutes

    The Stittsville Library Book Club meet on the third Monday of most months and read a variety of fiction and non-fiction books.  Registration is required.