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Stittsville
Saturday May 16, 2026 at 10:00am (series runs until May 17, 2026)
Join us for a fun and community‑minded Plant Swap! Whether you're looking to diversify your plant collection or rehome a few cuttings, this is the...
an adult reads to a group of people / un adulte lit à un groupe de personnes
Cumberland
Saturday May 16, 2026 at 10:15am
Stories, rhymes, and songs for preschool children and a parent/caregiver. Contes, comptines, et chansons pour les enfants d'âge préscolaire accompagnés d’un parent ou gardien.
Beaverbrook
Saturday May 9, 2026 at 10:30am (series runs until May 16, 2026)
Stories, rhymes and songs for children of all ages and a parent or caregiver. Drop-in.
Rideau
Saturday May 16, 2026 at 10:30am
Stories, rhymes and songs for children of all ages and a parent or caregiver. Followed by 30 minutes of "stay and play" for those who...
Carp
Saturday May 16, 2026 at 10:30am
Family Storytime 10:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Stories, rhymes, and songs for preschool children and a parent/caregiver. Stay & Play 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m...
Stittsville
Saturday May 16, 2026 at 10:30am
Stories, rhymes, and songs for children ages 0-5, accompanied by a parent or caregiver. Join other children and their parent or caregiver after Storytime for...
Hazeldean
Saturday May 16, 2026 at 10:30am
Stories, rhymes and songs for children of all ages and a parent or caregiver. 30 min. Drop in.
A group of children and adults gathered for a library storytime session, with a storyteller showing a picture book and a felt board displaying autumn-themed shapes.
Centennial
Saturday May 16, 2026 at 10:30am
Join us for stories, rhymes, and songs for children of all ages.​ All children welcome with a parent ​or caregiver. Drop in.
Ruth E. Dickinson
Saturday May 16, 2026 at 10:30am
Families are invited to drop-in and explore hands-on STEM play. Build, test, and create through fun challenges at your own pace! Stay as long as...
an adult reads to a group of people / un adulte lit à un groupe de personnes
Emerald Plaza
Saturday May 16, 2026 at 10:30am
Stories, rhymes and songs for children of all ages and a parent or caregiver. Drop-in family program. * Storytime has been replaced with a "Stay...
an adult reads to children / un adulte lit aux enfants
Carlingwood
Saturday May 16, 2026 at 10:30am
Stories, rhymes and puppets for children and a parent /caregiver. Drop in. 30 minutes
Alta Vista
Saturday May 16, 2026 at 10:30am
Contes, comptines et chansons pour les enfants de tous âges et leur parents ou gardien(nes). Inscription non requise. Pour les familles. Join us for stories,...
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Richmond
Saturday May 9, 2026 at 10:30am (series runs until May 16, 2026)
Stories, rhymes and songs for children of all ages and a parent or caregiver.
arts and crafts
North Gower
Saturday May 16, 2026 at 10:30am
We invite you to explore your creativity at the North Gower branch and see what you can create with playdough!
A person and a child reading a colorful illustrated book together in a library setting
Richmond
Saturday May 16, 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...
arts and crafts
Sunnyside
Saturday May 16, 2026 at 11:00am
Paper quilling is the art of rolling, shaping, and gluing thin strips of paper to create decorative designs and intricate patterns. Join us for a...
A person and a child reading a colorful illustrated book together in a library setting
Richmond
Saturday May 16, 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...
Sunnyside
Saturday May 16, 2026 at 12:00pm
The Ottawa StoryTellers is hosting a free beginner workshop for anyone interested in exploring the art of storytelling. Whether you want to perform, share your...
Carlingwood
Saturday May 16, 2026 at 1:30pm (series runs until Jun 27, 2026)
The Witchlight Carnival has returned to the mortal realms. Join a group of adventurers and explore the fantastical fairy attractions in this continuation of this...
Carlingwood
Saturday May 16, 2026 at 1:30pm (series runs until Jun 27, 2026)
Play Dungeons and Dragons at the Ottawa Public Library! Whether you've always wanted to learn, haven't played in years, or are an experienced player looking...