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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 Apr 22, 2025 at 6:00pm

    Join us for a session of Dungeons and Dragons. Beginners and experienced players welcome. Dungeons and Dragons is a fantasy role playing game in which your characters explore the world, solve puzzles and fight monsters.  ​

    Ages 9-12. Please register.​

  • Thursday Apr 24, 2025 at 6:30pm

    Join talented members of the Stittsville Creative Writing Group community as they present their stories for your enjoyment.

    We are writers: we dream what the engineer builds, and the scientist discovers. We are mystics and mad people, poets and prophets. We are schemers and dreams, and storytellers. We invite you to hear our tales.

    This event will be taking place in the Grace Thompson room.

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    Saturday Apr 26, 2025 at 10:30am

    Did you know that 2025 marks the 95th anniversary of the publication of the first Nancy Drew novel? We will be joined by local author, Nancy Lauzon, for a discussion on all things Nancy Drew, from the origins of the series to Nancy Drew Sleuth conventions!  Nancy will also bring her varied Nancy Drew collection for perusing. We hope to see you there!​

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    Saturday Apr 26, 2025 at 2:00pm (series runs until Jun 21, 2025)

    Registration opens on Monday, February 24, 2025 - 10:00am

    Come recreate a famous piece of art. We will select a new piece of art and give you all the supplies you need!

    April inspiration: Peter Rabbit by Beatrix Potter
    May inspiration: Giants by OSGEMEOS
    June inspiration: The Wisdom of the Universe by Christi Belcourt

    Ages 6-12.

  • Saturday May 3, 2025 at 2:00pm

    Are you a new library user and want to learn about what we offer at the Ottawa Public Library? Have you been an OPL member for years, but want to learn more about our collections, services, and programs? Join us to discover what you can access at your local library branch, and have a chance at winning some OPL merch! Registration encouraged but drop-ins always welcome.

  • Tuesday May 6, 2025 at 6:00pm

    Join us for a session of Dungeons and Dragons. Beginners and experienced players welcome. Dungeons and Dragons is a fantasy role playing game in which your characters explore the world, solve puzzles and fight monsters.  ​

    Ages 9-12. Please register.​

  • Web banner for travel
    Monday May 12, 2025 at 6:00pm

    Canada North attracts travellers from around the world who want to discover the pristine beauty and grandiose space our country has to offer. Carole Gobeil, a polar travel specialist here in Ottawa has travelled to these remote areas many times and loves sharing her passion with other curious adventurers.  Places like Yukon, NorthWest Territories, Nunavut, Nunavik, Labrador are to be discovered at this travel talk.

    Registration is limited. Please pre-register online

  • Two hands joined around a cup of coffee
    Wednesday May 14, 2025 at 2:00pm (series runs until May 14, 2025)

    Planning for your dependant's end of life' experience.

    Do you have a dependant with a disability that would hinder them from making decisions concerning their care at the end of life ? Do you think you may die before your dependant? Would you like to have a say in medical interventions at the end of their lives? Would you like to make sure they would have the care that you would choose if you were with them? Would you like input into their after death service?

    Come and chat with Mar. We'll chat about Guardianship, Recording idiosyncrasies your child may have that your guardian and care staff would need to know, Writing down your wishes for your child for medical interventions, Expressing your desire for your child to die at their home, hospital or hospice and Making burial and funeral arrangements, 

    Mainly, How to talk to your guardian. You need to talk, talk, talk so they know your wishes

    Drop-ins welcome, but registration preferred.

    Please choose one session (afternoon or evening).

    Ottawa Public Library is partnering with the Home Hospice Association to offer death cafés with various themes. Check out the OPL website for upcoming death cafés.

  • Web banner for health and wellness
    Monday Jun 9, 2025 at 1:30pm

    Maintaining healthy eating habits throughout the lifespan is important. Participants will learn about changing dietary needs and eating habits as we age, reflect on their own eating habits, needs and challenges, discuss healthy eating, and explore opportunities to expand their options.​

    For older adults. ​

    Registration limited. Please pre-register online. ​

  • Wednesday Sep 17, 2025 at 11:30am (series runs until Oct 29, 2025)

    Registration opens on Monday, September 8, 2025 - 10:00am

    Join us for a 6 week parent/baby course from September 17 to October 29, where you will learn how to use the nurturing touch to bond with your pre-crawler. Classes are held in a relaxed atmosphere and will teach you how to massage your baby while learning the many benefits that come from the nurturing touch. It will also increase your confidence and ability to care for and nurture your infant. ​We do not have a class on Wednesday, October 15, 2025.

    *To take part, please bring a small blanket for your baby as well as an exercise/yoga mat. Babies must be 0 to 10 months and dressed in easy to remove clothing. ​