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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.

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Emerald Plaza
Saturday Oct 18, 2025 at 2:00pm
Zombies are returning to the library. Join us for an afternoon of ghoulish crafting as we transform Barbie dolls into zombies. All materials provided. Ages...

Registration opens on Monday, September 8, 2025 - 10:00am

Cumberland
Saturday Oct 18, 2025 at 2:00pm
The average time it takes for an unprotected computer to be compromised after connecting to the Internet is under 15 minutes. Don't let it be...
Main
Saturday Oct 18, 2025 at 2:00pm
Come celebrate Library Month with live musical performances.   Performances will be held in library spaces, allowing you to experience the magic of live music up...
Halloween image
Centennial
Saturday Oct 18, 2025 at 2:30pm
Adults and teens are invited to get into the Halloween spirit and create an imperfect spooky piece of art. At the end of the evening,...
child reading a story with parents
Ruth E. Dickinson
Sunday Oct 19, 2025 at 10:30am (series runs until Dec 14, 2025)
Stories, rhymes, and songs for children of all ages and a parent or caregiver followed by an arts & crafts activity. Drop-in program. Family program.
Cumberland
Sunday Oct 19, 2025 at 1:00pm (series runs until Dec 14, 2025)
Do you love board games or colour? We will provide an assortment of games, colouring books and pencils but you're welcome to bring your own...
Main
Sunday Oct 19, 2025 at 1:30pm
Join Paul Weber for a ride through time with tales of early aviators to Ottawa... a buried beer train... lost francophone history... when Ottawa had...
Hazeldean
Sunday Oct 19, 2025 at 2:30pm (series runs until Dec 14, 2025)
Tap into your story and explore your voice in an environment of dignity, courage and respect. No experience required! Every workshop is unique.
Osgoode
Monday Oct 20, 2025 at 1:30pm
Join us as we discuss "West with Giraffes" by Lynda Rutledge. Copies of the book are available at the Osgoode Branch service hub. All are...
Carlingwood
Monday Oct 20, 2025 at 6:00pm
Travel to Iceland and save the plane fare with Armchair Travels! Enjoy photos and narration of an Icelandic cruise that included magnificent waterfalls, lava fields,...
Stittsville
Monday Oct 20, 2025 at 6:00pm
Join us for a fun evening by creating beautiful, delicate, raised images from paper strips. You’ll use a few basic tools to wind the paper...

Registration opens on Monday, September 22, 2025 - 10:00am

Ruth E. Dickinson
Tuesday Oct 21, 2025 at 2:30pm
Emergency Preparedness; Plan, Prepare, Be Aware Emergencies can happen anytime—being ready makes all the difference. Join Ottawa Public Health for a practical session on how...
Greenboro
Wednesday Oct 22, 2025 at 3:00pm
Create art in good company. This series is perfect for aspiring artists, crafters who are in a rut, and anyone who suspects that a creative...
Elmvale Acres
Thursday Oct 23, 2025 at 12:00pm
Cet atelier judiciaire concerne tout sur la procuration et tutelle en Ontario. L'atelier abordra: les procurations en Ontario comment préparer un testament et une procuration...
Nepean Centrepointe
Thursday Oct 23, 2025 at 3:00pm
Looking to build your family tree? This presentation provides a basic overview of the various online resources on the Internet that can be used to...
An image of various people working in a library
Ruth E. Dickinson
Saturday Oct 25, 2025 at 10:00am
Have you ever thought about working at a public library? Are you curious about the requirements for the job? Stop by our booth to chat...
Ruth E. Dickinson
Saturday Oct 25, 2025 at 10:30am
Comment motiver votre enfant à lire?​ Un atelier pour les parents de jeunes enfants.​ Atelier pour les parents à la recherchede ressources pour inculquer l'amour...
halloween decorations / décorations d'Halloween
Greely
Saturday Oct 25, 2025 at 10:30am
Wear your best costume and join us at the Greely library for a spooky Halloween event! We will have an outdoor spooky scavenger hunt, a...
Stittsville
Saturday Oct 25, 2025 at 2:00pm
Parents, educators and caregivers – come learn about OPL resources that can benefit your family’s learning at home or students in the classroom. We will...
Greenboro
Saturday Oct 25, 2025 at 2:00pm
Calling all creators! Appel à tous les créateurs! Bring stories known and new to life through theatre, mixed media art and your own imaginations. Appel...

Registration opens on Monday, September 8, 2025 - 12:30am