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  • Monday May 5, 2025 at 2:30pm (series runs until May 26, 2025)

    Join us at the Chatty Cafe! This relaxed drop-in program is a great way to meet new people in the community. Whether you’re looking to connect with others or simply enjoy good conversation, this program is a welcoming space to all. We'll have games and fun conversation prompts. ​

    No registration required.​

    No program on Monday April 21 (Easter Monday) or Monday May 19 (Victoria Day).

  • homeschool hangout
    Tuesday May 6, 2025 at 10:00am (series runs until Jun 24, 2025)

    Drop in and meet other homeschooling kids and parents! Meetups are held in the Greely library children's section, complete with colouring and activities!

    Tuesdays from 10am-12:30pm.

  • Tuesday May 6, 2025 at 3:30pm (series runs until Jun 24, 2025)

    Are you interested in practicing your chess skills?

    Join us for open games of chess every Tuesday from 3:30 to 5 pm. 

    Whether you are a beginner or a more advanced player, this is a relaxed environment where everyone is welcome. Bring your own board or borrow one of ours.

    Ages 7+

    Êtes-vous intéressés par le jeu d’échecs?

    Venez nous joindre tous les mardis de 15h30 à 17h.

    Venez pratiquer vos habiletés dans cet environnement relaxe. Tous les niveaux de participants sont bienvenus.

    7ans et +

  • Tuesday May 6, 2025 at 5:30pm

    The Greely Community Association New Neighbour Committee is holding a drop-in event to:

    • Welcome and to meet some members of the community.
    • Integrate new neighbors by sharing local information.
    • Provide a list of information resources.
    • Answer questions.

    Light refreshments will be served.

  • Saturday May 10, 2025 at 2:00pm

    Come crafting at the library, we have all the supplies you need to satisfy your creativity! 

    Viens bricoler à la biblio, on a tout ce qu’il te faut pour que tu puisses satisfaire l’artiste en toi!

  • Saturday May 17, 2025 at 3:00pm

    Come crafting at the library, we have all the supplies you need to satisfy your creativity! 

    Viens bricoler à la biblio, on a tout ce qu’il te faut pour que tu puisses satisfaire l’artiste en toi!

  • Saturday May 24, 2025 at 2:00pm

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    Join us at the Rideau Branch to share and swap houseplants with fellow plant-lovers! A plant swap is a chance to share your propagations and cuttings with others, add new plants to your collection, and chat about a shared love of all things green and leafy.

    If you are interested in attending the event, please continue reading below for further information.

    Attendees are encouraged to prepare healthy, pest-free cuttings of plants that they would like to swap away. Labeling plants by type and attaching care tips is encouraged but not required.
    Two swap options will be available:

    • Free Swap: Plants and propagations that are up for grabs, no official trade needed.
    • Trade only: Plants and propagations that are to be traded as agreed upon by both swapping parties.

    Attendees can decide which type of swap(s) they want to participate in.
    Other plant-care related items such as extra pots, trays, soil, and gardening tools can also be brought for swapping or sharing. Repotting and gardening will not take place at the program.

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    Rejoignez-nous à la succursale Rideau pour une chance de partager et d'échanger des plantes d'intérieur avec d'autres amateurs de plantes ! Un échange de plantes est une occasion d'ajouter de nouvelles plantes à votre collection, de partager vos propagations et vos boutures avec d'autres, et de discuter avec d'autres personnes partageant un amour commun pour tout ce qui est vert et feuillu.

    Si vous souhaitez participer à cet événement, veuillez continuer à lire ci-dessous pour plus d'informations.

    Les participants sont invités à préparer des boutures saines et exemptes de parasites des plantes qu'ils souhaitent échanger. Il est recommandé d'étiqueter les plantes par type et de joindre des conseils d'entretien, mais ce n'est pas obligatoire.
    Deux options d'échange seront proposées :

    • Échange gratuit : Plantes et propagations qui sont à prendre, aucun échange officiel n'est nécessaire.
    • Échange seulement : Plantes et propagations qui doivent être échangées selon l'accord des deux parties.

    Les participants peuvent décider du type d'échange auquel ils souhaitent participer.
    D'autres articles liés à l'entretien des plantes, tels que des pots supplémentaires, des plateaux, de la terre et des outils de jardinage, peuvent également être apportés pour être échangés ou partagés. Le rempotage et le jardinage
    n'auront pas lieu pendant le programme.

  • Thursday May 29, 2025 at 2:15pm

    Join us for an afternoon of fun for home-schooled children and their families. Each month a different activity will be offered—from lego, to chess, games and crafts. 45 min. Family program for school aged children.

  • Intergenerational day in Canada / Journée intergénérationnelle au Canada
    Saturday May 31, 2025 at 10:00am

    Venez en grand nombre célébrer la journée intergénérationnelle au Canada à la bibliothèque publique d’Ottawa!

    Bring your family and friends for a day of fun and connections across generations for Intergenerational Day in Canada!

  • Friday Jun 27, 2025 at 6:00pm

    Registration opens on Monday, June 9, 2025 - 10:00am

    Hang out at the library after hours!

    There will be snacks, games, karaoke, craft projects, and more.

    This event is organized by the Nepean Centrepointe Teen Advisory Group.

    Ages 13-18.

    Registration required.