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Cumberland
Wednesday Jul 8, 2026 at 3:00pm (series runs until Jul 22, 2026)
Join us biweekly for a relaxing afternoon of DIY home décor and crafts. All supplies will be provided, and all skill levels are welcome. Each...
Ruth E. Dickinson
Wednesday Jul 8, 2026 at 3:00pm (series runs until Dec 23, 2026)
New to Canada? Looking for support with school, work, or your social life? Drop in to meet with a settlement youth outreach worker from Jewish...
webcard for Chess Club with black Queen defeating white King
Main
Wednesday Jul 8, 2026 at 4:00pm (series runs until Aug 26, 2026)
Join us for open games of chess. Whether you're a beginner or more advanced, this is a relaxed environment where everyone is welcome. Bring your...
summer reading club
Vernon
Wednesday Jul 8, 2026 at 4:30pm
Refresh your knowledge on the most curious of creatures - axolotls! With different stations and activities, there’s something for everyone. Family ages 4+. 60 min. Registration...
Stittsville
Wednesday Jul 8, 2026 at 5:15pm (series runs until Dec 30, 2026)
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...
Rosemount
Wednesday Jul 8, 2026 at 6:00pm (series runs until Aug 19, 2026)
Practice your English conversation skills in a low- pressure, friendly environment. All levels are welcome. ​
Carlingwood
Wednesday Jul 8, 2026 at 6:00pm (series runs until Jul 15, 2026)
Join us in creating a Drawstring bag . Hands-on introduction to hand sewing . Drawstring Bags are a fun way to learn how to use...

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Main
Wednesday Jul 8, 2026 at 6:30pm (series runs until Jul 29, 2026)
Join our free English conversation to practice speaking in English in a relaxed and friendly environment. All levels are welcome to this drop-in program. **...
Stittsville
Wednesday Jul 8, 2026 at 6:30pm (series runs until Dec 30, 2026)
Got a portable craft project? Bring it along and chat with some fellow crafters while you work! Share your expertise if you're comfortable, and learn...
Rideau
Wednesday Jul 8, 2026 at 6:30pm (series runs until Dec 23, 2026)
Do you already have some basic English language skills, and are you looking for a casual, friendly environment where you can practice your English speaking...
Orléans
Wednesday Jul 8, 2026 at 6:30pm (series runs until Dec 30, 2026)
The Writers Collective of Canada (WCC) and the Orléans Branch invite you to join us for our writing workshops: Write With Us! We are all...
webcard with posters for Rattlers
Main
Wednesday Jul 8, 2026 at 6:30pm
Ottawa Bad Movie Nights and Ottawa Public Library present a screening of Rattlers (1976). Please join us from 6:30pm to 8:30pm, at the OPL's Main...
Ruth E. Dickinson
Wednesday Jul 8, 2026 at 6:30pm
We'll tell about all about some of our favourite books that you are guaranteed to enjoy this summer while we zentangle. Who knows, you might...
Group of adults sitting around a table, chatting
Vanier
Wednesday Jul 8, 2026 at 6:30pm (series runs until Dec 30, 2026)
Join our free English conversation group to practise speaking in English in a relaxed and friendly environment. All levels are welcome to this drop-in program...
Manotick
Wednesday Jul 8, 2026 at 7:00pm (series runs until Dec 16, 2026)
Rejoignez notre groupe de conversation en français pour pratiquer le français dans une atmosphère détendue. Join our French conversation group to practice speaking in French...
Cartoon octopus / Dessin animé de pieuvre
Emerald Plaza
Wednesday Jul 8, 2026 at 7:00pm (series runs until Aug 19, 2026)
Games are easy to find and fun to play: Giant Tetris, Giant Connect 4, Giant Guess Who, and large jigsaw puzzles. Wednesday July 8 -...
Orléans
Wednesday Jul 8, 2026 at 7:00pm
In a Japanese-themed garden, a small space holds big ideas about designing with plants, stone, water and ma, the all-important space in between. Part garden...
Main
Thursday Jul 9, 2026 at 10:00am (series runs until Aug 27, 2026)
A member of Employment & Social Services’ Outreach and Mobile Services Team (OMST) will be at the Main branch of OPL in Room 117 on...
Manotick
Thursday Jul 9, 2026 at 10:30am (series runs until Dec 10, 2026)
Join fellow mahjong players for a friendly game in a congenial environment. Drop-in program, no registration required.
Blackburn Hamlet
Thursday Jul 9, 2026 at 10:30am (series runs until Jul 11, 2026)
Come discover the fascinating (and sometimes mysterious) objects in our History Box! Explore and learn about them in a game format. Parents are welcome! The...