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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.

  • Art supplies

    Collage

    Elmvale Acres

    Saturdays, Apr 27, 2024 - May 25, 2024
    10:30am
    90 minutes

    2 sessions remaining

    Drop-in program

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    Whether you are an artist or not, whether you are creative or not, this art would suit you. Come tear and stick pieces of paper to create a unique work. 

    All supplies will be provided. You can follow a suggested template or create your own masterpiece. Drop-in program. Welcome to all ages 

      

    Que vous soyez un artiste ou non, que vous soyez créatif ou non cet art vous conviendrait. Venez déchirer et coller des bouts de papier pour créer une œuvre unique. 

    Tout le matériel vous sera fourni. Vous pouvez suivre un modèle suggéré ou créer votre propre chef-d'œuvre. Programme portes ouvertes. Pour tout âge. 

  • DIY Craft Day: May the 4th Be With You!

    Carp

    Saturday May 04, 2024 at 10:00am
    360 minutes

    Drop-in program

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    Join us for a special Star Wars themed edition of DIY Craft Day!

    Come and make a craft at the library.  We provide the supplies and you provide the creativity and imagination!

    Saturday from 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

    While supplies last. This program is best for ages 4-10.

    Drop-in program.

  • May The 4th Be With You

    Richmond

    Saturday May 04, 2024 at 11:00am
    120 minutes

    Drop-in program

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    These are the activities you are looking for.....at Richmond branch.  Let out your inner Droid, Stormtrooper, Wookie, etc and get creative!  Join us in celebrating Star Wars day the Jedi way!

    Saturday, May 4th, 2024 @ 11-1pm

    Richmond branch, OPL

  • Star Wars Day!

    Manotick

    Saturday May 04, 2024 at 1:30pm
    60 minutes

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    Ages 6 - 12 years old (we will have crafts for younger siblings too).

    Learn to speak Wookie (or Wookie sounds): make your own loyal Droid Cubecraft; test a saber in dual circle; complete a scavenger hunt; learn the planets in the Star Wars universe; fly your plane through the death star and knock down some Stormtroopers. For the younger ones: make a Chewbacca puppet and a yoda or lei bun headband. Origami Yoda awaits you! (yes, we have to say it: May the 4th be with you!). 

    Please register. 

  • Plant Swap

    Stittsville

    Saturdays, May 18, 2024 - May 19, 2024
    10:00am
    420 minutes

    2 sessions remaining

    Drop-in program

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    Spring Plant Swap

    Stittsville Branch, 1637 Stittsville Main

    May 18th & 19th from 10-5

    Chat with other avid gardeners, pick up a few books, and swap some of your plants for ours!
  • lego

    Lego® Block Party! / Ça dé "bloc" - PD Day / Journée pédagogique

    Cumberland

    Monday Jun 03, 2024 at 2:30pm
    90 minutes

    Drop-in program

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    Create and build with Lego®! Drop-in program. Ages 6-12. 

    Architectes en herbe, à vos Lego®! Programme portes ouvertes. Pour les enfants de 6 à 12 ans.
  • lego

    Lego® Block Party! / Ça dé "bloc" - PD Day / Journée pédagogique

    Cumberland

    Friday Jun 07, 2024 at 2:30pm
    90 minutes

    Drop-in program

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    Create and build with Lego®! Drop-in program. Ages 6-12. 

    Architectes en herbe, à vos Lego®! Programme portes ouvertes. Pour les enfants de 6 à 12 ans.

  • Puzzle Exchange

    Ruth E. Dickinson

    Saturday Jun 15, 2024 at 10:00am
    360 minutes

    Drop-in program

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    Drop in to our branch during the day and exchange puzzles with other members of our community.

    Bring one, take one. Bring two, take two! 

    If you are ready to let go of some gently used puzzles ahead of time, please drop them off at the desk on the 2nd floor starting June 12th during opening hours. This will help us prepare for the big day!