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Genealogical tree / Arbre généalogique
Main
Thursday Apr 30, 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...
Ruth E. Dickinson
Thursday Apr 30, 2026 at 6:30pm
Where curiosity powers up! Dive into circuits, robots, coding, and creative invention! Hands-on fun that lights up young minds. The program offers interactive, self-directed stations...

Registration opens on Monday, March 30, 2026 - 10:00am

Carlingwood
Friday May 1, 2026 at 4:00pm
Ready, Set, Go! Drop-in at the Carlingwood Branch for Mario Kart: Game On! Play on our brand new Switch 2! Not sure how to play?...
Ruth E. Dickinson
Saturday May 2, 2026 at 10:30am
Join us for a fairy tale themed storytime followed by a tea party and craft! Children and their guardian will have the opportunity to enjoy...

Registration opens on Monday, April 13, 2026 - 10:00am

an adult reads to a group of people / un adulte lit à un groupe de personnes
North Gloucester
Saturday May 2, 2026 at 10:30am
Stories, rhymes and songs for children of all ages and a parent or caregiver. Contes, comptines et chansons pour les enfants de tous âges et...
A person and a child reading a colorful illustrated book together in a library setting
Richmond
Saturday May 2, 2026 at 11:00am
Do you have children ages 5 to 8? ​Would you like them to read more? ​ Join our weekly Reading Buddies program. ​Each child will...
A person and a child reading a colorful illustrated book together in a library setting
Richmond
Saturday May 2, 2026 at 11:45am
Do you have children ages 5 to 8? ​Would you like them to read more? ​ Join our weekly Reading Buddies program. ​Each child will...
St-Laurent
Saturday May 2, 2026 at 1:00pm
Conférencière invitée : Brigitte Murray, Université d'Ottawa. Organisé par la Société historique d'Ottawa.
Greenboro
Saturday May 2, 2026 at 2:00pm
Bring some plants… take some plants! Chat with other avid gardeners and pick up a few books. Amenez vos plantes et repartez avec d'autres variétés!...
Cumberland
Saturday May 2, 2026 at 2:00pm
Presented by Dying With Dignity Canada (Ottawa Chapter), End of Life Options (including MAiD) is a workshop to educate people about the options available to...
Centennial
Saturday May 2, 2026 at 2:00pm
You only have 1 hour to solve the puzzles. Can you do it? Bring friends or arrive solo. For ages 9-12. Registration required.
Ruth E. Dickinson
Saturday May 2, 2026 at 3:00pm
For ages 13-17. Join us for this hands-on workshop where you'll learn how to create your own zine—a small, self-published, handmade booklet that can be...
Beaverbrook
Sunday May 3, 2026 at 10:30am
Come join us for fun and interactive activities that explore Science, Technology, Engineering and Math concepts. Drop in Program Ages 4+
Cumberland
Sunday May 3, 2026 at 11:00am
Join us for a special Garden Storytime. We will read a book, plant some seeds to take home for your garden, and do a craft...
image displaying hands doing various art crafts
Main
Wednesday May 6, 2026 at 4:30pm
A zine is a small, self-published booklet filled with whatever you want to share with the world. Learn to design, make, and publish your own...
Greenboro
Thursday May 7, 2026 at 4:00pm (series runs until May 14, 2026)
Fun and interactive activities that explore Science, Technology, Engineering and Math concepts. For ages 7-9. Registration Required.
Ruth E. Dickinson
Thursday May 7, 2026 at 6:30pm
Celebrate Mother's Day sustainably! Join us to upcycle materials into heartfelt handmade gifts. Fun, creative, and planet-friendly for the whole family. Family program for all...

Registration opens on Monday, April 13, 2026 - 10:00am

2 Ikebana flower arrangements and single flow green background
Rockcliffe Park
Friday May 8, 2026 at 1:30pm
Join us for a Mother's Day Special event - Make an Ikebana arrangement that you can take home! Anne Breau, President of Ikebana International Ottawa...

Sorry this event and its waiting list are full

Ruth E. Dickinson
Saturday May 9, 2026 at 2:00pm
We will be selecting a piece of art each session to learn about before you re-create it! May: A Sunday Afternoon on the Island of...

Registration opens on Monday, April 13, 2026 - 10:00am

Centennial
Saturday May 9, 2026 at 2:00pm
Come and learn a thing or two about our feathered friends! We will be reading stories, playing games, and making crafts all about the birds...