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.
Thursdays, Nov 30, 2023 - Dec 21, 2023
6:00pm
90 minutes
4 sessions remaining
Join our free English conversation group to practice speaking in English in a relaxed and friendly environment.
All levels are welcome to this drop-in program.
Rejoignez notre groupe de conversation en anglais gratuit pour pratiquer l'anglais dans une atmosphère détendue.
Tous les niveaux sont les bienvenus à ce programme , inscription non requise.
Fridays, Dec 01, 2023 - Dec 22, 2023
10:30am
90 minutes
4 sessions remaining
Join us in our children's area to play and chat! Drop-in program.
Joignez-vous à nous au département des enfants pour jouer et socialiser. Portes ouvertes.
Fridays, Dec 01, 2023 - Dec 22, 2023
3:00pm
90 minutes
4 sessions remaining
Join our free English conversation group to practice speaking in English in a relaxed and friendly environment.
All levels are welcome to this drop-in program.
Rejoignez notre groupe de conversation en anglais gratuit pour pratiquer l'anglais dans une atmosphère détendue.
Tous les niveaux sont les bienvenus à ce programme , inscription non requise.
Saturday Dec 02, 2023 at 2:30pm
90 minutes
After a month of furious novel-ing, you’re invited to join your fellow writers and the local Ottawa event coordinators to celebrate a month well spent at our “Thank Goodness It’s Over” Party! Come join in for games, prizes, socializing, and more!
Every year in November, writers of all shapes, sizes, and genres come together to tackle National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo). With a goal of writing 50,000 words in 30 days, the event challenges both aspiring and experienced novelists to prioritize putting pen to page to see what they can accomplish.
Mondays, Dec 04, 2023 - Dec 11, 2023
10:30am
30 minutes
2 sessions remaining
Stories, rhymes and songs for babies 0-18 months and a parent or caregiver. Feel free to stay after the program to play and chat. Drop-in program.
Contes, comptines et chansons pour les bébés de 0 à 18 mois et un parent ou gardien. N’hésitez pas à rester après le programme pour jouer et socialiser. Portes ouvertes.
Stay 'n' Play sessions Monday, September 25, October 23, 30. Closed Monday, October 9.
Jouons à la biblio les lundis, 25 septembre, 23 et 30 octobre. Fermée le lundi 9 octobre.
Tuesday Dec 05, 2023 at 6:00pm
150 minutes
Join us for a free screening of Do the Right Thing. The film was directed by Spike Lee and was released in 1989. The screening will take place in our auditorium, starts at 6:00PM and is free to attend.
Note: The film is intended for a mature audience. 120 minutes. In English with subtitles.
Wednesdays, Dec 06, 2023 - Dec 20, 2023
10:00am
90 minutes
3 sessions remaining
Join our free English conversation group to practice speaking in English in a relaxed and friendly environment.
All levels are welcome to this drop-in program.
Rejoignez notre groupe de conversation en anglais gratuit pour pratiquer l'anglais dans une atmosphère détendue.
Tous les niveaux sont les bienvenus à ce programme , inscription non requise.
Wednesdays, Dec 06, 2023 - Dec 20, 2023
2:00pm
90 minutes
3 sessions remaining
Rejoignez notre groupe de conversation en français gratuit pour pratiquer le français dans une atmosphère détendue.
Tous les niveaux sont les bienvenus à ce programme , inscription non requise.
Join our free French conversation group to practice speaking in French in a relaxed and friendly environment.
All levels are welcome to this drop-in program.
Wednesdays, Dec 06, 2023 - Dec 27, 2023
4:00pm
120 minutes
4 sessions remaining
Join us for open games of chess. Whether you're a beginner or more advanced, this is a relaxed environment where everyone is welcome. Bring your own board or borrow one of ours.
Wednesday Dec 06, 2023 at 6:30pm
180 minutes
Ottawa Bad Movie Nights and Ottawa Public Library present a screening of Santa Jaws (2018).
Please join us from 5:30pm to 7:30pm, at the OPL's Main Branch Auditorium. The event will also feature other bad movie items like trailers and serials.
The event is free to attend. In English.
Note: This film is intended for a mature audience. Viewer discretion is advised.