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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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St-Laurent
Monday Jan 26, 2026 at 6:00pm (series runs until May 25, 2026)
Le 26 janvier, à 18h: Fatima Fatima vit seule avec ses deux filles : Souad, 15 ans, adolescente en révolte, et Nesrine, 18 ans, qui...
Carlingwood
Monday Jan 26, 2026 at 6:00pm
Discover the wild side of Africa and its multitude of national parks. Carole Gobeil has just returned from Uganda and Kenya and is looking forward...
Stittsville
Monday Jan 26, 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, December 29, 2025 - 10:00am

Metcalfe village
Tuesday Jan 27, 2026 at 6:30pm
Join us for book chats, snacks, and games in a relaxed atmosphere. Vote for which book the group will read each month!​ Welcome to all...
Blackburn Hamlet
Wednesday Jan 28, 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
Thursday Jan 29, 2026 at 10:00am (series runs until May 28, 2026)
Come meet to enjoy and discuss a wide variety of books selected by book club members. All are welcome! On November 27th, Charlotte Gray will...
Genealogical tree / Arbre généalogique
Main
Thursday Jan 29, 2026 at 1:00pm
Want to learn more about your family history or are getting stuck working on your family tree? Drop-in to share research strategies, and discover what...
St-Laurent
Thursday Jan 29, 2026 at 1:00pm
Avez-vous une question juridique suite à la rencontre du 22 janvier sur les droits des locataires en Ontario ? Un avocat du Centre d’information juridique...
Sunnyside
Thursday Jan 29, 2026 at 6:30pm (series runs until May 28, 2026)
Join the Carleton Poetic Society on the last Thursday of every month at the Sunnyside Library for a series of themed creative writing workshops. The...
Rosemount
Thursday Jan 29, 2026 at 7:00pm
Enjoy photos and narration of coastal, interior and island beauty including stunning gardens and birdlife. ​ Presented by Lynda Buske from the Ottawa PC Users’...

Registration opens on Monday, January 5, 2026 - 10:00am

Sunnyside
Friday Jan 30, 2026 at 2:00pm (series runs until May 29, 2026)
Join in stimulating discussions on selected titles in a friendly and relaxed atmosphere on the last Friday of the month.
St-Laurent
Friday Jan 30, 2026 at 2:00pm
Join us on PD days for a screening of a "Despicable Me 4". Gru and Lucy are overjoyed as they welcome their newest family member,...
Cumberland
Friday Jan 30, 2026 at 2:30pm (series runs until Jun 05, 2026)
Create and build with Lego®! Ages 6-12. Architectes en herbe, à vos Lego®! Pour les 6 à 12 ans.
various pieces of lego
Sunnyside
Friday Jan 30, 2026 at 3:30pm (series runs until May 29, 2026)
Create and build with Lego®! Drop-in. For ages 6-12. Last Friday of every month.​ 3:30pm – 5pm​. Architectes en herbe, à vos Lego®! Portes ouvertes...
Adult reading to a group of children
Sunnyside
Saturday Jan 31, 2026 at 10:15am (series runs until May 30, 2026)
Stories, rhymes and songs for children of all ages and a parent or caregiver. Bring your favourite stuffy! Last Saturday of every month. Drop in...
Ruth E. Dickinson
Saturday Jan 31, 2026 at 10:30am
Learn all that the library has in store for you. Beyond books, free digital resources like e-books and online databases, book delivery and device lending...
Computer and phone / Ordinateur et téléphone
Main
Saturday Jan 31, 2026 at 10:30am
Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools have exploded over the last few years. They can: supercharge your web searches & help you find the most relevant information,...
Ruth E. Dickinson
Saturday Jan 31, 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, January 5, 2026 - 10:00am

Image of children playing Lego - Image d'enfants jouant au Lego
St-Laurent
Saturday Jan 31, 2026 at 3:00pm
Create and build with Lego®! Drop-in. Architectes en herbe, à vos Lego®! Portes ouvertes.
Stittsville
Monday Feb 2, 2026 at 6:00pm
Adults are invited to join us to make their own greeting cards. Make cards for your loved ones for any occasion. Supplies are provided but...

Registration opens on Monday, January 12, 2026 - 10:00am