Find a program or event

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.

Displaying 261 - 280 of 456
North Gower
Wednesday May 27, 2026 at 1:00pm (series runs until Jun 24, 2026)
Join us for an informal gathering of knitting enthusiasts - from beginners to experts. Share your ideas and projects in a relaxed social atmosphere. Every...
Coffee | Café
Alta Vista
Wednesday May 27, 2026 at 1:30pm (series runs until Aug 26, 2026)
**Please note that the Wednesday, March 25th session is cancelled. We apologize for any inconvenience.** An open house for persons with dementia, their care partners...
North Gloucester
Wednesday May 27, 2026 at 2:00pm
Feel like chatting? Come to the library for some coffee/tea and conversation. Every last Wednesday of the month, from 2 to 3:30 pm: January 28th,...
Greenboro
Wednesday May 27, 2026 at 2:00pm
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...
Blackburn Hamlet
Wednesday May 27, 2026 at 2:00pm (series runs until Jun 24, 2026)
Join us at the Blackburn Hamlet branch for a watercolour painting session. Bring your own project or start something new in the company of like-minded...
St-Laurent
Wednesday May 27, 2026 at 5:00pm (series runs until Jun 17, 2026)
Come join our homework club and get help with reading, math, science, French, English, etc. Led by United for Literacy. Ages 6-12. Drop in. Joins-toi...
Richmond
Wednesday May 27, 2026 at 6:00pm
Participate in the community project of making scarves/mittens for the local Food Bank OR bring your crochet project and share advice, ideas and conversations with...
Writing group
Greely
Wednesday May 27, 2026 at 6:00pm (series runs until Jun 24, 2026)
Get feedback on your writing (any genre) and ideas from the group. Hear the work of other writers and offer your feedback. Discuss ideas about...
Sunnyside
Wednesday May 27, 2026 at 6:00pm (series runs until Jun 17, 2026)
Want to learn more about Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning? Join us for a series of introductory sessions presented by computer scientist and AI researcher...
Nepean Centrepointe
Wednesday May 27, 2026 at 6:00pm
This event is organized by the teen members of the Nepean Centrepointe branch's Teen Advisory Group. Come hang out at the library and work on...
Greenboro
Wednesday May 27, 2026 at 6:30pm (series runs until Jun 24, 2026)
Improve your English, share stories and make new friends! Améliorez votre anglais, partager des histoires et faites des amis!
From left to right: black and white portrait of Simon; cover of his book Ordures! and an image of Simon with a garbage truck

This event will take place in French only. 

Join us at the St-Laurent branch to talk about trash – literally. Simon Paré-Poupart, a Montréal based author who is known for...

Wednesday May 27, 2026 at 7:00pm
St-Laurent
Thursday May 28, 2026 at 10:00am
Come meet to enjoy and discuss a wide variety of books selected by book club members. All are welcome! Drop-in program. This group meets the...
gardening
Centennial
Thursday May 28, 2026 at 10:00am
Bring some plants… take some plants! Chat with other avid gardeners and pick up a few books.​​ Please don't forget to label your plants. ​​...
Fitzroy Harbour
Thursday May 28, 2026 at 10:00am (series runs until Sep 24, 2026)
Come meet 1 on 1 with Social Prescriber Maddie from the Western Ottawa Community Resource Centre (WOCRC). A social prescriber connects individuals with non-clinical community...
Manotick
Thursday May 28, 2026 at 10:15am (series runs until Jun 25, 2026)
Join fellow mahjong players for a friendly game in a congenial environment. Drop-in program, no registration required.
Metcalfe village
Thursday May 28, 2026 at 2:00pm (series runs until Jun 25, 2026)
Meet your neighbours and discuss great books in a relaxed atmosphere. All are welcome! Drop-in every last Thursday of the month at 2:00pm. May's book...
Greenboro
Thursday May 28, 2026 at 5:00pm (series runs until Jun 25, 2026)
This program hosted by South-East Ottawa Community Health Centre offers free, one-on-one support to help people of all ages improve their health, prevent illness and...
Carlingwood
Thursday May 28, 2026 at 6:00pm (series runs until Aug 27, 2026)
Your evening escape into stories! Are you looking for a reason to dust off that pile of books next to your bed that have been...
Jobs and career help
Elmvale Acres
Thursday May 28, 2026 at 6:30pm (series runs until Dec 10, 2026)
Are you looking for a job? Learn all the necessary skills to do so at the Elmvale Acres Branch of the Ottawa Public Library. Some...