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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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Ruth E. Dickinson
Saturday Mar 28, 2026 at 10:30am
Raising Readers​ A workshop for parents of young children. ​ ​ In this workshop, learn tips and tricks to help integrate reading in your child's...
Old Parliament bulding / Ancien édifice du Parlement
Main
Saturday Mar 28, 2026 at 1:30pm
A special Bytown bicentennial presentation! Join Allison Margot Smith, historian and documentary filmmaker, to explore the fascinating history of the Rideau Canal, including a presentation...
Nepean Centrepointe
Saturday Mar 28, 2026 at 2:00pm
Learn how to more effectively tell the story of your vacations through pictures. Regardless of what kind of camera you use (cell phone, tablet, DSLR,...
Hand holding lego blocks
Ruth E. Dickinson
Saturday Mar 28, 2026 at 2:00pm
Brick by brick... Inspired by Minecraft, Lego & old video games, join us once a month to create pixel art using pre-made templates or freehand...

Registration opens on Monday, March 2, 2026 - 10:00am

Rosemount
Monday Mar 30, 2026 at 6:00pm
Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools have exploded over the last few years. They can: supercharge your web searches & help you find the most relevant information;...
Stittsville
Monday Mar 30, 2026 at 6:30pm
Curious about new flavours? In this session, we will explore the spice's origin, share recipes, and exchange personal stories or cultural connections. Participants will receive...

Registration opens on Monday, February 23, 2026 - 10:00am

Blackburn Hamlet
Wednesday Apr 1, 2026 at 10:30am (series runs until May 13, 2026)
Stories, rhymes, and songs families with young children. ​The first half hour will be an interactive storytime program. ​The last half hour there will be...
webcard with poster for 13 Ghosts
Main
Wednesday Apr 1, 2026 at 6:30pm
Ottawa Bad Movie Nights and Ottawa Public Library present a screening of 13 Ghosts (1960). Please join us from 6:30pm to 8:30pm, at the OPL's...
Ruth E. Dickinson
Sunday Apr 5, 2026 at 10:30am (series runs until May 31, 2026)
Stories, rhymes, and songs for children of all ages and a parent or caregiver. Drop-in program. Family program. Contes, comptines et chansons pour les enfants...
Mahjong Tiles
Rockcliffe Park
Tuesday Apr 7, 2026 at 1:00pm
We've had an overwhelming response to starting a Mahjong group here at the Rockcliffe Park Branch of the Ottawa Public Library. We will be playing...
3 ados qui lisent et qui jasent
Cumberland
Tuesday Apr 7, 2026 at 4:00pm (series runs until Jul 21, 2026)
Pas de livre assigné, pas de devoirs – apportez tout simplement le livre de votre choix (un roman, un BD, un manga, un documentaire…comme vous...
Jobs and career help
Elmvale Acres
Thursday Apr 9, 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...
Nepean Centrepointe
Friday Apr 10, 2026 at 4:00pm
Find the right job faster. Get smart tips on where to look for jobs, how to build your network, and how to use websites and...

Registration opens on Monday, February 9, 2026 - 10:00am

Osgoode
Monday Apr 13, 2026 at 1:30pm
Join us as we discuss "The Briar Club" by Kate Quinn. Copies available at the branch. All are welcome, please drop in.
3 smiling teens sitting in lounge chairs socializing
Cumberland
Tuesday Apr 14, 2026 at 4:00pm (series runs until Jul 07, 2026)
No assigned reading, no 'homework' - just bring your own book (of your choice - Novel, graphic novel/manga, non-fiction, whatever!) to read silently alongside other...
Greenboro
Thursday Apr 16, 2026 at 6:30pm
Welcome to the "Ottawa Wildflower Seed Library (OWSL) Presents..." 4-part workshop series! During this workshop, we will talk about how to support pollinators, birds and...
Beaverbrook
Friday Apr 17, 2026 at 2:30pm
Join us for a relaxing afternoon, with a craft and a cup of tea. All supplies will be provided. All skill levels welcome. In this...

Registration opens on Sunday, March 1, 2026 - 10:00am

Tea cup and books
Rockcliffe Park
Tuesday Apr 21, 2026 at 2:00pm
The Rockcliffe Park Review of Books is back! At this next RPRB, the theme is "Time". We have researched and found eight 'must-read' undiscovered treasures...
Carp
Tuesday Apr 21, 2026 at 6:30pm
Join us at the Carp Branch for an evening of creativity and fun! This month is paper beads! This month we are creating a craft...

Registration opens on Tuesday, March 17, 2026 - 10:30am

Nepean Centrepointe
Wednesday Apr 22, 2026 at 7:00pm
In honour of Earth Day, make your own custom, iron-on clothing patch you can use to personalize and repair your old clothes! All materials will...