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  • Ruth E. Dickinson
    Le Vendredi 20 septembre 2024 - 10h00

    Are you looking for work? Unemployed or underemployed?

    Drop-in to meet one-on-one with an Employment Counsellor from the Pinecrest-Queensway Employment Services team.

    Cherchez-vous à entrer sur le marché du travail et ne savez pas par où commencer?​

    Profitez de l'appui 1 à 1 d'un des conseillers en matière d'emploi du Centre de santé communautaire Pinecrest-Queensway.​

    Drop-in

    Friday mornings 10 am - 12 pm

    September 6, 20

    October 4, 18

    November 1, 15, 29

    December 13

    Les vendredis matins ​10 hrs à 12 hrs

    Les 6 et 20 septembre

    Les 4 et 18 octobre

    Les 1, 15 et 29 novembre

    Le 13 décembre

  • Centrale
    Le Vendredi 20 septembre 2024 - 10h30

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

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

  • Adult playing board game with children
    Orléans
    Le Vendredi 20 septembre 2024 - 13h30

    A bi-weekly outing for home-schooling families. Board games, building blocks, LEGO bricks, and... as many books as you may want to read!
    For ages 5-12.

    Please note that staff will not supervise activities.

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    Une sortie bi-hebdomadaire pour les  familles qui font l'école à la maison. Jeux de société, blocs LEGO et... autant de livres que tu désires en lire!
    Pour les enfants de 5 à 12 ans.

    Veuillez noter que les activités ne seront pas supervisées par le personnel.

  • Greenboro
    Le Vendredi 20 septembre 2024 - 13h30

    Come play cards, roll the dice or play board games with us!

  • colourful balls of yarn
    Elmvale Acres
    Le Vendredi 20 septembre 2024 - 14h00

    Bring your knitting or crochet project (or needlepoint, cross-stitch, etc) and share tips and tricks, ideas and conversations with fellow enthusiasts. For adults of all abilities. Drop-in.

    Apportez votre projet de tricot ou de crochet (ou broderie, point de croix, etc) afin d'échanger des conseils, des idées et converser avec d'autres passionnés. Pour les adultes de tous les niveaux. Aucune inscription requise.

  • Sunnyside
    Le Vendredi 20 septembre 2024 - 14h00

    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. 

  • Orléans
    Le Vendredi 20 septembre 2024 - 14h30

    Join us for creative afternoons at the library! We will create a new craft each month. We provide the supplies; you provide the creativity!

    The program will take place the following days:

    September 20, October 18, November 15, December 13

  • Beaverbrook
    Le Vendredi 20 septembre 2024 - 15h00

    Join us for a tour of the Digitization Lab. This lab is equipped with bookable work stations that allow you to digitize your old photographs, slides and negatives, as well as your VHS tapes and 8mm film reels. This tour will be an orientation of the equipment, the stations and the online booking system.

  • Multiple speech bubbles in a gray background
    Centrale
    Le Vendredi 20 septembre 2024 - 15h00

    Join our free English conversation group to practice speaking in English in a relaxed and friendly environment.

    All levels are welcome to this drop-in program.

    Rejoignez notre groupe de conversation en anglais gratuit pour pratiquer l'anglais dans une atmosphère détendue.

    Tous les niveaux sont les bienvenus à ce programme , inscription non requise.

  • Lego Blocks
    Vanier
    Le Vendredi 20 septembre 2024 - 15h30

    Building Boom! Show off your architectural creativity with Lego®!

    Archiboum! Architectes en herbes, à vos Lego®! 

  • Ruth E. Dickinson
    Le Vendredi 20 septembre 2024 - 16h00

    Drop-in after school to help us get ready for Canadian Library Month in October by creating your own unique bookmarks! Use your creativity to shine a positive light in the neighbourhood. We will make your bookmarks available to community members in October.

    Drop-in. Ages 8-12.

  • Blackburn Hamlet
    Le Vendredi 20 septembre 2024 - 16h00

    Come watch a FREE screening of fun, family-friendly movies every Friday this fall at the Blackburn Hamlet branch! Bring your own water bottle. Costumes are always welcome!  

    Luca (2021) - 95 mins - G

    Set in a beautiful seaside town on the Italian Riviera, a young boy experiences an unforgettable summer filled with gelato, pasta and endless scooter rides. Luca shares these adventures with his newfound best friend, Alberto, but all the fun is threatened by a deeply-held secret: they are sea monsters from another world just below the water’s surface.

    Le film sera visionné en anglais / Movie will be shown in English 

  • Art supplies
    Alta Vista
    Le Vendredi 20 septembre 2024 - 16h00

    Join us for an afternoon filled with arts and crafts!

    Soyez des nôtres pour un après-midi plein d'arts et de bricolages!

  • Sunnyside
    Le Samedi 21 septembre 2024 - 10h00

    Drop in for preschool fun! Play with puppets, crafts, building blocks, and more. **Note : on the last 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 dernier 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.

  • Hazeldean
    Le Samedi 21 septembre 2024 - 10h30

    Stories, rhymes and songs for children of all ages and a parent or caregiver. 30 min. Drop-in

    Please note that there will not be Saturday Storytime during the months of July and August.

  • Carlingwood
    Le Samedi 21 septembre 2024 - 10h30

    Stories, rhymes and puppets for children and a parent /caregiver. 

    Drop in.

    30 minutes

    No program September 28

  • Greenboro
    Le Samedi 21 septembre 2024 - 10h30

    Do you love puzzles?

    Would you like to try new ones and trade your old ones?

    Join us for our first Puzzle Swap.

     Bring  a puzzle, take a puzzle!

    Aimez-vous les casse-têtes?

    Aimeriez-vous échanger vos casse-têtes usagés et en essayer de nouveaux?

    Joignez-vous à nous pour notre tout premier échange de casse-têtes!

     Vous donnez et vous recevez!

  • Synapcity Pulses Conversations that Matter
    Ruth E. Dickinson
    Le Samedi 21 septembre 2024 - 10h30

    Introducing Pulses, a new offering from Synapcity, the hosts of Ottawa's Civics Boot Camp. 

    Be a part of weekly conversations that matter. With local chapters launching in locations across Ottawa, these weekly discussions will not only inform but allow you to have your say on key issues such as climate, housing, transit, arts, inclusion and more. 

    Perfect for anyone looking to engage with their community in a fresh way, these spaces are made for you to build and connect with your neighbours.

    Each of these small group sessions will be guided by a trained facilitator. Whether it's a mini Boot Camp, a guest speaker session, a book club talk or an open dialogue, these sessions provide a space focused on community building and fostering local connections.

    Coming this fall, don’t miss Pulses - the newest city-making program from Synapcity. 

    REGISTER HERE: https://bit.ly/SynapcityPulses

    No program October 12th (due to Thanksgiving holiday).

  • Les chiens à la bibliothèque!  ​​​​​​​Dogs at the Library!
    Centrale
    Le Samedi 21 septembre 2024 - 10h30

    Rendez visite à des chiens thérapeutiques de Therapeutic Paws of Canada (TPOC) et à leurs maîtres dans un environnement décontracté avec une présentation spéciale de la Société de la protection des animaux (SPA) d'Ottawa sur le bien-être des animaux de compagnie. Participez à l'un ou l'autre des programmes ou bien aux deux. Ils sont gratuits et aucune inscription n'est requise.

    La présentation de la SPA : 10 h 30 à 11 h 30

    Visite des chiens thérapeutiques de TPOC : 11 h 30 à 12 h 30

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    Visit therapy dogs from Therapeutic Paws of Canada (TPOC) and their handlers in a relaxed setting with a special presentation on animal care from the Ottawa Humane Society (OHS). Come to either or both of these free drop-in programs!

    OHS presentation: 10:30 A.M.-11:30 A.M.

    TPOC Therapy Dog visit: 11:30 A.M.-12:30 P.M.

     

  • Alta Vista
    Le Samedi 21 septembre 2024 - 10h30

     Building Boom! Show off your architectural creativity with Lego®!

    For ages 4-12. Drop-in program.

    Archiboum! Architectes en herbes, à vos Lego®!

    Pour les 4-12 ans. Inscription non requise.

  • Beaverbrook
    Le Samedi 21 septembre 2024 - 10h30

    Stories, rhymes and songs for children of all ages and a parent or caregiver. Drop-in.

  • Family storytime
    Nepean Centrepointe
    Le Samedi 21 septembre 2024 - 10h30

    Stories, rhymes and songs for children of all ages and a parent or caregiver.

    Drop In

    Please  Note: No program Nov 2

    * See Spanish Storytime on Saturday Sept 28, Oct 26 & Nov 23

  • Stittsville
    Le Samedi 21 septembre 2024 - 10h30

    Stories, rhymes, and songs for families with young children. The first half hour will be an interactive storytime program. The last half hour there will be self-directed activities and toys for parents/caregivers and young children. 

    Drop-in program.

  • Cumberland
    Le Samedi 21 septembre 2024 - 11h00

    This is a group for people who love to write.

    Participants meet every second Saturday to discuss all things writing, whether it be highlighting their work, exchanging feedback or above all else, sharing their passion for the craft.  Practitioners from all skill levels and writing genres are welcome.

    Registration preferred. Drop-ins are welcome.

  • Les chiens à la bibliothèque!  ​​​​​​​Dogs at the Library!
    Centrale
    Le Samedi 21 septembre 2024 - 11h30

    Rendez visite à des chiens thérapeutiques de Therapeutic Paws of Canada (TPOC) et à leurs maîtres dans un environnement décontracté avec une présentation spéciale de la Société de la protection des animaux (SPA) d'Ottawa sur le bien-être des animaux de compagnie. Participez à l'un ou l'autre des programmes ou bien aux deux. Ils sont gratuits et aucune inscription n'est requise.

    La présentation de la SPA : 10 h 30 à 11 h 30

    Visite des chiens thérapeutiques de TPOC : 11 h 30 à 12 h 30

    **

    Visit therapy dogs from Therapeutic Paws of Canada (TPOC) and their handlers in a relaxed setting with a special presentation on animal care from the Ottawa Humane Society (OHS). Come to either or both of these free drop-in programs!

    OHS presentation: 10:30 A.M.-11:30 A.M.

    TPOC Therapy Dog visit: 11:30 A.M.-12:30 P.M.

     

  • four people with speech bubbles
    Orléans
    Le Samedi 21 septembre 2024 - 13h00

    Practice your English conversation skills in a relaxed and friendly environment. All levels are welcome.

    No class on September 28, 2024

    Language learning online resources 

  • Carlingwood
    Le Samedi 21 septembre 2024 - 13h30

    Learn to crochet at the Carlingwood Library! You'll be taken through the steps to make a little whale that you can then take home with you. Supplies and equipment provided. ​

    This program is for adults. .

    Registration limited. Please pre-register online.    

  • Chess at Centrepointe
    Nepean Centrepointe
    Le Samedi 21 septembre 2024 - 13h30

    For children 7-12, interested in learning to play chess and finding out more about the game. Teen volunteers will be on hand to help those who are learning!

    Saturdays 1:30-3:00 pm 

  • Centennial
    Le Samedi 21 septembre 2024 - 14h00

    Join us for an afternoon of imagination and adventure. Beginner or experienced players are welcome! ​

    D&D is a popular fantasy role-playing game in which your characters explore, solve puzzles, and fight or outwit monsters. Meet new players as you undertake an adventure in this popular game!​

    Please register online. Ages 9-12.

  • Carlingwood
    Le Samedi 21 septembre 2024 - 14h00

    Join us for a program that features:

    · dimmed lighting

    · sensory toys

    · a smaller number of participants

    · an adapted circle time with stories, rhymes and songs

    During this program there will be opportunities for open play and a chance to connect with other families. The circle time portion of this program is offered in the last 20 minutes of the session. A family member must be present for the duration of the program.

    This program provides a welcoming environment and respects the needs of children from 18 months to 6 years who live with developmental disabilities and/or autism, or who show signs of a developmental delay.

  • Sensory Storytime
    Hazeldean
    Le Samedi 21 septembre 2024 - 14h00

    Join us for a program that features:

    · dimmed lighting

    · sensory toys

    · a smaller number of participants

    · an adapted circle time with stories, rhymes and songs

    During this program there will be opportunities for open play and a chance to connect with other families. The circle time portion of this program is offered in the last 20 minutes of the session. A family member must be present for the duration of the program.

    This program provides a welcoming environment and respects the needs of children from 18 months to 6 years who live with developmental disabilities and/or autism, or who show signs of a developmental delay.

  • anime and manga club kaiju no. 8 edition; kaiju no. 8 characters
    Greenboro
    Le Samedi 21 septembre 2024 - 14h30

    Are you looking to catch up on the most popular anime and manga?  Join the Anime & Manga Club: Kaiju No. 8 Edition!  We will watch the first 12 episodes of the anime as well as discuss the manga and eat classic Japanese snacks.

    Ages 13+

    Kaiju No. 8 Description:

    Kafka Hibino has always dreamed of joining the Japan Defense Force, a military organization tasked with the neutralization of kaiju.  But when he gets another shot at achieving his childhood dream, he undergoes an unexpected transformation.  How can he fight kaiju when he's now become one himself?!

    Viewing Schedule:

    September 21: Episodes 1 - 4 of Kaiju No. 8

    October 19: Episodes 5 - 8 of Kaiju No. 8

    November 30: Episodes 9 - 12 of Kaiju No. 8 

  • Rosemount
    Le Samedi 21 septembre 2024 - 14h30

    Bring your friends, hang out, and defeat your enemies. Play Super Smash Bros, Mario Kart 8 & more on our Nintendo Switch.​

    ​Ages 9 & up ​

    ​No registration required ​

  • Lego Party
    Emerald Plaza
    Le Samedi 21 septembre 2024 - 14h30

    Create and build with Lego®!

    Drop-in Family Program.

  • Arabic storytime
    Alta Vista
    Le Samedi 21 septembre 2024 - 15h00

    إنضمّوا إلينا لسماع أجمل القصص والأغاني باللّغة العربية للأطفال الذين تتراوح أعمارهم بين صفر و ٦ سنوات برفقة أولياء أمورهم (التسجيل غير مطلوب)

     (٦٠ دقيقة) أيّام السبت الساعة ٣ عصراً

    ٢١ سبتمبر(أيلول) - ١٩ أكتوبر(تشرين الأول) - ١٦  نوفمبر (تشرين الثاني) 

    Join us for Arabic Stories, rhymes and songs for children, ages 0 to 6 years, and their parents or caregivers.  

    Saturdays at 3:00 pm (60 min)​. Registration not required.

    September 21, October 19, November 16

    Contes, comptines, et chansons en Arabe pour les enfants de 0 à 6 ans accompagnés d’un parent ou gardien. 

    Les samedis à 15h (60 min)​. Portes ouvertes.

    21 septembre, 19 octobre, 16 novembre

  • Blackburn Hamlet
    Le Samedi 21 septembre 2024 - 15h00

    Rubik's Cubes at BH

     A friendly Rubik's Cube community meetup hosted by Blackburn Hamlet Branch. In a Non-Competitive setting, join to meet friends, show off your skills and see others perform. Please bring your own cube if possible

    Event Dates:

    Saturday September 21, 2024 at 3:00 pm

    Saturday October 19, 2024 at 3:00 pm

    Saturday November 16, 2024 at 3:00 pm

    Rubik's Cubes a BH

    Une rencontre communautaire amicale Rubik's Cube est organisée par la succursale de Blackburn Hamlet. Dans un cadre non compétitif, rejoignez-nous pour rencontrer des amis, montrer vos compétences et voir les autres performer.

    Merci d'apporter votre propre cube si possible.

    Dates:

    Samedi 21 septembre 2024 a 15 h 00

    Samedi 19 octobre 2024 a 15 h 00

    Samedi 16 novembre 2024 a 15 h 00