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!
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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Saturday May 3, 2025 at 1:30pm (series runs until May 17, 2025)Drop-in program
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Saturday May 3, 2025 at 1:30pm (series runs until Jun 07, 2025)Drop-in program
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Interested in chess and looking for new opponents?
Teen volunteers will be on hand to help those who are learning!
Reserved for players aged between 6-17.
Intéressé par les échecs et à la recherche de nouveaux adversaires ?
Des bénévoles ados seront présents pour aider ceux qui apprennent !
Réservé aux joueurs âgés de 6 à 17 ans.
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Saturday May 3, 2025 at 2:30pm (series runs until Jun 28, 2025)Drop-in program
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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
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Saturday May 3, 2025 at 2:30pm (series runs until May 17, 2025)
Drop-in program
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Join us for a fun Saturday of games! From board games to life-sized Connect Four, Cubetto and more. A teen volunteer and a staff member will teach you new games and tricks. Bring your friends and have fun!
Ages 7 to 12. Drop-in program.
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Venez passer un samedi amusant avec des jeux ! Défiez les autres avec des jeux de société, un Connect Four géant, Cubetto et d'autres activités. Un(e) jeune bénévole et un membre du personnel vous apprendront de nouveaux jeux et des astuces. Amenez vos amis et amusez-vous !
Pour les 7 à 12 ans. Programme portes ouvertes.
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Monday May 5, 2025 at 1:00pm (series runs until Jun 02, 2025)Drop-in program
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A weekly outing for home-schooling families. Board games, building blocks, LEGO® bricks, and... as many books as you may want to read!
Last 2024 date : Dec 9.
2025 :
- Jan 13, 20, 27
- Feb 3, 10, 24 *NOTE : library is closed on Feb 17 (Family Day)
- March : 10 (March Break week ), March 24, 31
- Apr : 7, 14, 28 **NOTE library closed on April 21 (Easter Monday)
- May : 5, 12.
- June 2
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Une belle sortie 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!
Dernière date en 2024 : 9 décembre.
Dates de 2025 :
- Jan : 13, 20, 27
- Fév : 3, 10, 24 *NOTEZ BIEN : la biblio est fermée le 17 février (Jour de la famille)
- Mars : 10 (Congé de mars), 24 mars, 31 mars
- Avril : 7, 14, 28 **NOTEZ BIEN : la biblio est fermée le 21 avril (Lundi de Pâques)
- Mai : 5, 12.
- Juin 2
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Monday May 5, 2025 at 1:30pmDrop-in program
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Venez jouer ou créer ou lire! Pour les enfants de 4 à 12 ans. Veuillez noter que les activités ne seront pas supervisées par le personnel.
Les lundis 24 mars, 7 avril et 5 mai
Drop in to play, make and read! For ages 4-12. Please note that staff will not supervise activities.
Mondays March 24, April 7 and May 5
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Monday May 5, 2025 at 4:30pm (series runs until May 26, 2025)Drop-in program
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For Ages 10-18. Drop-in on Mondays between 4:30 and 6 pm for Youth Scrabble - an incredibly exciting activity that provides a challenging and stimulating experience for players. The game requires players to use their vocabulary, strategy, and critical thinking skills to create and place words on the board while competing against others. Whether you're an experienced player or a beginner, the fast-paced and competitive nature of the game is sure to keep you engaged and focused. Additionally, the social aspect of Club Scrabble is not to be underestimated, as players can meet new people, share their love of the game, and have fun together. Overall, Youth Scrabble is an exhilarating and satisfying pastime that offers mental stimulation, social interaction, and a lot of excitement.
This program is led by Heidi Robertson, Director of the Ottawa Scrabble Club
Note: There is no program on February 17 (Family Day), April 21 (Easter Monday) and May 19 (Victoria Day)
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Monday May 5, 2025 at 5:30pm (series runs until Jun 16, 2025)Sorry this event and its waiting list are full
Play Dungeons and Dragons at the library! Whether you've always wanted to learn, haven't played in years, or are an experienced player looking to join a table, try this five-part introduction to D&D for adults with Ottawa game master Allan Humphrey. The first session will include instruction on how to create a D&D character plus time to prepare for the game. Allan will run the adventure Dragons of Stormwreck Isle over the next four sessions. Registration is required, and the game is intended for players 18 and older. Note: If enough players join the waiting list, we will open a second table and run the first chapter of Waterdeep: Dragon Heist as well.
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Monday May 5, 2025 at 5:30pmDrop-in program
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Do you love board games? Cards? Chess? Any game goes! We will provide an assortment of games, but you're welcome to bring your own board games, too.
For families. Drop-in.
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Monday May 5, 2025 at 6:00pm (series runs until May 12, 2025)Drop-in program
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Play and learn about chess. For 6+ years old.
Jouer et apprendre à jouer aux échecs. Pour les 6 ans et plus.