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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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Greenboro
Monday May 11, 2026 at 2:00pm (series runs until Jun 15, 2026)
Learn how to access electronic books from Ottawa Public Library. Borrow ebook, e-audiobooks and bestsellers and gain access to magazine titles from your smartphone or...
Carlingwood
Monday May 11, 2026 at 6:00pm
When buying a digital camera, you are faced with a bewildering array of choices. Chris Taylor, Ottawa PC Users' Group President and Orleans Photo Club...
Parenting in Ottawa Drop-in
Greely
Tuesday May 12, 2026 at 10:00am (series runs until Dec 08, 2026)
Speak, in person, with a Public Health Nurse to get support around infant feeding and parenting. No appointment is necessary, simply drop in during these...
Ruth E. Dickinson
Tuesday May 12, 2026 at 3:00pm (series runs until Jun 09, 2026)
The Granny Squares for Warmth (GSFW) group was created in November 2020 as a Barrhaven-based group with a mission to create and donate hand-made blankets...
Sunnyside
Tuesday May 12, 2026 at 4:00pm
Hey teens! Join us at Sunnyside branch for a fun way to earn volunteer hours! With our TAG, you can have your say about teen...
Sunnyside
Tuesday May 12, 2026 at 6:00pm
Enjoy a selection of films, each from an Italian director! Films will be presented with English subtitles. Presented by the Ottawa Chapter of the Dante...
People sitting around a table discussing books
Manotick
Wednesday May 13, 2026 at 3:00pm (series runs until Jun 10, 2026)
Share the enjoyment of good books in a relaxed atmosphere in person, in the afternoon. This group meets every second Wednesday of the month (September...
People sitting around a table discussing books
Cumberland
Thursday May 14, 2026 at 2:00pm
Joignez-vous à nous pour des discussions conviviales au sujet des livres francophones. Quand vous vous inscrivez, vous n'avez même pas besoin de réserver le livre...
Vacation Photos
Alta Vista
Thursday May 14, 2026 at 6:00pm
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,...
Greenboro
Thursday May 14, 2026 at 6:30pm
Welcome to the third workshop in the 4-part "Ottawa Wildflower Seed Library (OWSL) Presents..." series! Come learn the truths and myths of getting your garden...
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...
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...
Manotick Photography Club
Cumberland
Saturday May 16, 2026 at 2:00pm
Learn, in simple terms, how your camera works to enable you to take better photos. The lecture will cover tips on composition, depth of field,...
Stittsville
Sunday May 17, 2026 at 1:00pm
We are told: don't write down passwords; don't reuse passwords; make passwords long and complex. Chris Taylor, President of the Ottawa PC Users' Group will...
Sunnyside
Wednesday May 20, 2026 at 7:00pm (series runs until Dec 16, 2026)
Storytelling Open Mic is a perfect place for newcomers to discover oral storytelling in a warm and supportive atmosphere or for more experienced tellers to...
tea cups, flowers, tea pot on painted background of red, white, orange
Rockcliffe Park
Thursday May 21, 2026 at 6:00pm
Join us at Rockcliffe Park branch for a warm cuppa as we celebrate International Tea Day! Lee Jolliffe, academic and specialist in tea tourism will...
Rosemount
Thursday May 21, 2026 at 6:00pm
Dive into the fascinating world of typography with Chris Taylor, President of the Ottawa PC Users’ Group. Chris will demystify the terminology of typography and...
Hand holding lego blocks
Ruth E. Dickinson
Thursday May 21, 2026 at 6:30pm
Join us each month for a storytime followed by a building challenge before finishing with a show and tell. Using our story for inspiration, children...

Registration opens on Monday, April 20, 2026 - 10:00am

Sunnyside
Friday May 22, 2026 at 1:30pm
Photos and narration from multiple car trips around this wonderful province. Sights from north, south, east and west coasts. Highlights include the Viking settlement in...
Ruth E. Dickinson
Saturday May 23, 2026 at 10:30am
Have you ever wanted to work in a library? Join us to learn what it takes! We will be joined by representatives from: ​ •...