OTTAWA- Love, diversity, and equality take center stage at Ottawa Public Library this June as we proudly present a series of vibrant programs that will captivate hearts and minds. Pride celebrations provide opportunities for our community to come together, share experiences, and build connections...
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Published on Jun 12, 2023 (Mediaroom)
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Published on Jun 07, 2023 (Mediaroom)Ottawa – Again this year, the Ottawa Public Library (OPL) is organizing a season filled to the brim with free summer activities for kids in Ottawa. From July 3 to August 18, kids aged 4 to 12 from all over the city are invited to join the Summer Reading Club in person at OPL branches or online – from home or anywhere. They will find Storytime, arts and crafts, dance, games, tech and science activities, music, special guests and more! OPL has all kinds of fascinating projects and pursuits to keep kids engaged and learning all summer long.
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Published on Jun 06, 2023 (Mediaroom)Ottawa Public Library (OPL) is thrilled to announce an absolute game-changer for reading enthusiasts by launching a new Book Club Kit program for library cardholders. With access to multiple copies of a variety of titles, the Book Club Kit program aims to make it easier to run or start a book club...
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Published on Jun 01, 2023 (OPL Page)Welcome to Ottawa Public Library! We have several types of library membership cards. The best way to get a library card is to visit one of our 33 branches in person, with photo ID and proof of address. You can sign up online for some of the cards. With a library card, you can get access to: Books...
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Published on May 29, 2023 (Mediaroom)Ottawa – The Ottawa Public Library (OPL) is celebrating Indigenous Heritage Month, in a spirit of respect and recognition. OPL is offering a variety of informative programs, free activities, book suggestions and opportunities to learn about the history, culture and contributions of First Nations,...
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Published on May 15, 2023 (Blog Entry)2022 was a year of major transition for the Library. OPL has a new Chief Librarian/CEO, the 2019-2022 term of the OPL Board ended, and the Library now has one of the strongest intellectual freedom position statements in North America. The Library remained a vital part of the community -- thanks to...
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Published on May 10, 2023 (Mediaroom)OTTAWA – The Ottawa Public Library Board received OPL’s 2022 Annual Report at its Board meeting yesterday. The report “Setting up for Renewal” acknowledges 2022 as a year of transition for the Library. OPL welcomed a new Chief Librarian/CEO, the 2019-2022 term of the OPL Board ended, and the...
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Published on May 09, 2023 (Mediaroom)Ottawa – Ottawa Public Library has received another major gift to its Unlock Potential fundraising campaign for the future Central branch at Ādisōke. Ms. Jane Beaumont, a long-time advocate of library services for persons with vision loss and print disabilities, and the past chair of the CNIB...
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Published on May 26, 2023 (Blog Entry)May 31, 2023 , will be the City of Ottawa’s 20th AccessAbility Day and is a part of National AccessAbility Week . This week is an opportunity to celebrate the diverse community of persons with disabilities across Canada, recognize their achievements, and highlight the work being done to remove...
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Published on Aug 25, 2023 (Blog Entry)You are invited! The City of Ottawa and the Community Safety and Well-Being team, in partnership with Ottawa Public Library, presents: Caring For Community - a travelling photo exhibit A healthy and inclusive community exists when people care about each other and about the place they live. It...
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Published on Apr 27, 2023 (Mediaroom)OTTAWA- Throughout the month of May, Ottawa Public Library (OPL) is proud to celebrate Asian Heritage Month, a time to honour and recognize the contributions of Canadians of Asian descent, and to stand against anti-Asian racism and discrimination. In celebration of this year’s Asian Heritage Month...
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Published on Apr 26, 2023 (Branch)
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Published on Apr 24, 2023 (Webform)
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Published on Apr 24, 2023 (Mediaroom)Ottawa― On Saturday, April 22, 2023, at 2 pm, the Ottawa Public Library (OPL) held the 2023 Awesome Authors Awards Ceremony in the Main Hall of the Dominion-Chalmers Centre, the first time since 2019 that the Library has been able to present the awards in person. The Awesome Authors writing...
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Published on Apr 20, 2023 (Equipment)
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Published on Apr 19, 2023 (Blog Entry)Did you know that you can borrow musical instruments (keyboards, strings, and percussion) free from the Main, Nepean Centrepointe, Cumberland, and Greenboro branches at the Ottawa Public Library (OPL)? Whether you’re just starting out or interested in improving your skills, you’ll find many useful...
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Published on Apr 05, 2023 (Mediaroom)OTTAWA- All branches of Ottawa Public Library (OPL) will close at 4 pm today, Wednesday, April 5, 2023, due to the ice and freezing rain event. The weather-related closure tomorrow also means that all OPL Bookmobile stops will be cancelled as will deliveries by the Library’s Homebound services. Due...
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Published on Apr 05, 2023 (Equipment)The Brother single needle embroidery machine with free-arm embroidery and free-motion sewing capability.
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Published on Mar 31, 2023 (Mediaroom)April is the time to celebrate Poetry Month, and the theme this year from the League of Canadian Poets is joy. Poetry is for everyone, and Ottawa Public Library is here to spread the poetic joy! During this 25th annual Poetry Month, join OPL in appreciating poetry, reading poetry, listening to...
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Published on Mar 30, 2023 (Equipment)Thermal camera