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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.

  • Thursday Apr 24, 2025 at 4:00pm (series runs until May 01, 2025)

    Hey Tweens! Join us after school for S.T.E.A.M fun.  This session we will be looking at Engineering and Math.

    8-12 years old.

    Registration required

  • Barrhaven Builders Club
    Friday Apr 25, 2025 at 10:00am (series runs until Jun 06, 2025)

    Build, construct, engineer, and design using Lego, Meccano, K'nex, VEX Robotics, and more.

    Drop-in. Open to ages 5+

  • Friday Apr 25, 2025 at 2:00pm

    When the kids are not in school on PA days, don't let their creativity dwindle! Let them show off your architectural creativity with Lego®! Drop-in program.

    Lorsque les enfants sont en congés lors des journées pédagogiques, ne les laissez pas perdre leur créativité !  Laissez les devenir des architectes en herbes avec nos Lego®! Inscription non requise.

  • All Aboard STEAM Storytime
    Tuesday Apr 29, 2025 at 10:30am (series runs until May 27, 2025)

    Choo choo! All aboard for STEAM Storytime!

    Join us for hands-on activities and stories to explore science, technology, engineering, art, and math (STEAM).

    Registration required. For ages 3-4 and their adult co-learner.

  • Web banner for Arts and Culture
    Wednesday Apr 30, 2025 at 3:30pm (series runs until May 28, 2025)

    Drop-in after school to unwind with a different craft and activity each week!

    For school-aged children. Drop-in program.

  • Saturday May 3, 2025 at 10:00am

    Enter the world of robotics through hands-on demos and innovative designs from our local tech community.

    Join Ottawa Public Library, Area X.0 operated by Invest Ottawa, Four DRobotics, Algonquin College Bachelor of Engineering Automation and Robotics program, and EOM Robotics from Earl of March High School for a fun, free, and informative drop-in event.  

    Explorez la robotique avec des démonstrations pratiques.

    Joignez-vous à la Bibliothèque publique d'Ottawa, à Area X.0 (exploitée par Investir Ottawa), à Four DRobotics au personnel du programme de baccalauréat en ingénierie, en automatisation et en robotique du Collège Algonquin, et à EOM Robotics de l'école secondaire Earl of March à cet événement amusant, gratuit et informatif.  

  • a telescope and 3D printer
    Friday May 9, 2025 at 4:45pm

    Make your own Newton’s Cradle to take home.  Both an excellent science project and fidget toy.  All supplies provided.

    Ages 13+

    Drop-in program

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    Fabriquez votre propre berceau de Newton pour l'emporter chez vous.  Il s'agit à la fois d'un excellent projet scientifique et d'un jouet sensoriel.  Toutes les fournitures sont fournies.

    Pour les 13 ans et plus

    Programme portes-ouvertes 

  • Saturday May 17, 2025 at 10:30am

    Sail on the HMS Beagle with Charles Darwin. We will search for animals old and new and build our journals as we go.

    This program is a game where you will have a character to play on a small team. You do not need previous roleplaying experience. Ages 8-18 are welcome.

  • Friday Jun 6, 2025 at 2:00pm

    When the kids are not in school on PA days, don't let their creativity dwindle! Let them show off your architectural creativity with Lego®! Drop-in program.

    Lorsque les enfants sont en congés lors des journées pédagogiques, ne les laissez pas perdre leur créativité !  Laissez les devenir des architectes en herbes avec nos Lego®! Inscription non requise.

  • Friday Jun 6, 2025 at 2:00pm

    Spark your sense of wonder and discovery with activities that explore STEM concepts! Drop-in Family Program.