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.
Tuesdays, Apr 16, 2024 - Jun 11, 2024
7:00pm
60 minutes
9 sessions remaining
Practice English and meet new friends in a relaxed and friendly environment.
Margaret is an accredited teacher of English as a Second Language with more than 8 years experience in teaching adults who are new to Canada. Margaret endeavours to assist English learners strengthen their language skills through engaging conversations and discussions of some of the practical and cultural intricacies of living in Canada.
Wednesdays, Apr 17, 2024 - Jun 05, 2024
10:15am
30 minutes
14 sessions remaining
Stories, rhymes and songs for children of all ages and a parent or caregiver. Every Monday and Wednesday.
**Please note :
-No programming on March 4 and 6 (week *before* March Break)
-March Break : this program will occur as usual, followed by a craft activity (suitable for ages 4 and up, as supplies last).
Wednesdays, Apr 17, 2024 - May 29, 2024
12:00pm
120 minutes
7 sessions remaining
Bring your knitting or crochet and meet fellow enthusiasts at the Sunnyside branch. Knitters of all abilities are welcome.
Apportez votre tricot ou votre crochet et rencontrez d'autres passionnés à la succursale Sunnyside. Les tricoteurs de tous niveaux sont les bienvenus.
Wednesdays, Apr 17, 2024 - Jun 05, 2024
4:00pm
60 minutes
8 sessions remaining
Come crafting at the library. We have all the supplies you need to satisfy your creativity!
For children of all ages. Drop-in.
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Viens bricoler à la biblio, on a tout ce qu’il te faut pour satisfaire l’artiste en toi!
Pour enfants de tous âges. Inscription non requise.
Wednesday Apr 17, 2024 at 6:00pm
45 minutes
An overdose is a life-threatening medical emergency. Naloxone is a life-saving medication that can temporarily reverse the effects of an opioid overdose, while waiting for 911 to arrive. Being able to recognize the signs of an overdose quickly and having a naloxone kit can save a life.
Join Ottawa Public Health nurses for this 30-minute virtual information and training session on how to identify and respond to an overdose, including how to administer Naloxone, followed by a 15-minute Q&A. Information on how to obtain a free kit will be provided as part of this presentation.
This is a hybrid program. The presenter is remote and will be on-screen in the meeting room 1A/1B of the Sunnyside branch.
Wednesdays, Apr 17, 2024 - May 08, 2024
6:30pm
90 minutes
4 sessions remaining
2024 will be one of the most consequential years in the history of democracy. Elections have been or will be held in many countries ranging in size and power from El Salvador to India. The decisions of voters will determine whether the worldwide growth in authoritarianism over the past twenty years will continue or democracy will begin to make a comeback.
The US Presidential and Congressional elections on Tuesday November 5 stand out as an especially critical democratic moment for two reasons: first because they will be a supreme test of American democracy; and second because they will send a powerful message to the rest of the world, including the dictatorships and wannabe dictatorships.
The group will discuss the background and issues of Democracy on Trial and week by week follow the important democratic events and developments of 2024.
Mr. Robert Miller will lead the discussion. He is the author of Canada and Democratic Development and, prior to his retirement, served as President and CEO of the Parliamentary Centre, Canada’s leading institution promoting and supporting international democratic development.
Session #1 Wednesday, April 3: Is History Repeating Itself?
Session #2, Wednesday April 10: Democratic Fatigue and the Appeal of the Strong Man
Session #3, Wednesday, April 17: Big Countries and Small: The Cases of El Salvador and Rwanda, Russia and India
Session # 4, Wednesday, April 24: The Fire Next Door: The Authoritarian Impulse in the United States
Session #5, Wednesday, May 1: Donald Trump and the Invention of Trumpism
Session #6, Wednesday, May 8: Can it Happen Here? If Trump wins, is Canada next? A discussion with John Ibbitson, Globe and Mail columnist and one of Canada’s leading authors on politics and public affairs.
Registration recommended.
Thursdays, Apr 18, 2024 - Jun 06, 2024
10:15am
30 minutes
8 sessions remaining
C'est l'heure du conte!
Histoires, comptines et chansons pour les enfants de tous âges et un parent ou gardien. Inscription non requise.
Thursdays, Apr 18, 2024 - May 30, 2024
6:45pm
60 minutes
7 sessions remaining
Améliorez votre français parlé et rencontrez des gens dans une ambiance décontractée et conviviale. Niveau intermédiaire. Practice your French language conversation skills and meet new friends in a relaxed and friendly environment. Intermediate level.
Fridays, Apr 19, 2024 - Jun 21, 2024
2:00pm
60 minutes
3 sessions remaining
Do you enjoy reading mysteries? Share the enjoyment of good mysteries in a relaxed atmosphere. Join us for discussion usually every third Friday of the month.
Saturdays, Apr 20, 2024 - Jun 08, 2024
10:00am
90 minutes
6 sessions remaining
Drop in for preschool fun! Play with puppets, crafts, building blocks, and more. **Note : on the first Saturday of the month, Play Day is replaced with Saturday Stuffed Animal Storytime until 10:45am, after which we do take the toys out to play as usual.
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Un programme portes ouvertes pour les enfants d'âge préscolaire! Venez jouer avec des marionnettes, des blocs de construction, du bricolage, et plus encore! **Notez bien : le premier samedi de chaque mois, 'On joue' est remplacé par une heure du conte en anglais jusqu'à environ 10:45am, après quoi nous sortons les jouets jusqu'à 11h30 comme à l'habitude.