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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.

  • Parenting in Ottawa

    Tuesdays, Sep 10, 2024 - Dec 17, 2024
    1:00pm
    120 minutes

    15 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.

  • Couch piled high with crocheted squares

    Tuesdays, Sep 10, 2024 - Jun 10, 2025
    3:00pm
    120 minutes

    10 sessions remaining

    The Granny Squares for Warmth (GSFW) group was created in November 2020 as a Barrhaven-based group with a mission to create and donate hand-made blankets in the Ottawa area. ​

    In addition to blankets, members have also made and donated shawls, hats, and baby wear. ​

    Join us to crochet and join granny squares, to share and learn crochet stitches and techniques and to build a sense of community by making blankets for those in need. ​
    Everyone is welcome!

  • English Conversation Group

    Tuesdays, Sep 10, 2024 - Jun 24, 2025
    6:00pm
    90 minutes

    40 sessions remaining

    Practice your English conversation skills in a low-pressure, friendly environment. All levels are welcome. 

  • Text "Dickinson Reads Book Club" next to several books

    Wednesdays, Sep 11, 2024 - Jun 11, 2025
    10:00am
    60 minutes

    10 sessions remaining

    We meet to enjoy lively good-natured discussions of a wide variety of books selected by our members. All assessments, interpretations, and opinions are valued and respected. Everyone is welcome!​

     

  • Playing kids

    Wednesdays, Sep 11, 2024 - Dec 18, 2024
    10:30am
    60 minutes

    15 sessions remaining

    Joignez-nous pour jouer et socialiser. Il y aura des activités pour les tout-petits et leurs adultes. Portes ouvertes.

    Join us to play and chat! There will be self-directed activities and toys for young children and their parents/caregivers. Drop-in program.

  • English Conversation Group

    Wednesdays, Sep 11, 2024 - Jun 25, 2025
    6:30pm
    120 minutes

    80 sessions remaining

    Practice your English conversation skills in a low-pressure, friendly environment. All levels are welcome. Program will start upstairs in the second floor program room. 

  • Thursdays, Sep 12, 2024 - Dec 19, 2024
    10:30am
    30 minutes

    14 sessions remaining

    Stories, rhymes and songs for children of all ages and their parents or caregivers.  Drop-in program.

  • Thursdays, Sep 12, 2024 - Dec 19, 2024
    11:15am
    30 minutes

    15 sessions remaining

    Stories, rhymes and songs for babies (newborn to 18 months) with a parent or caregiver. Drop-in program.

  • Stay & Play

    Thursdays, Sep 12, 2024 - Dec 19, 2024
    11:45am
    45 minutes

    15 sessions remaining

    Join us following our Family Storytime & Babytime to play and chat! There will be self-directed activities and toys for young children and their parents/caregivers. Drop-in program.

  • Saturdays, Sep 14, 2024 - Dec 21, 2024
    10:30am
    30 minutes

    7 sessions remaining

    Stories, rhymes and songs for children of all ages and their parents or caregivers.  Drop-in program.