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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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Manotick
Wednesday Sep 9, 2026 at 3:00pm (series runs until Jun 09, 2027)
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...
Sunnyside
Thursday Sep 10, 2026 at 1:30pm (series runs until Dec 10, 2026)
An open house for persons with dementia, their care partners and families. Fun and stimulating mental activities are planned to enhance the social interactions and...
Osgoode
Monday Sep 14, 2026 at 1:30pm
Join us as we discuss:" A Sister’s Tale" by Beth Powning ​. All are welcome, please drop in. Copies of the title are available at...
Blackburn Hamlet
Monday Sep 14, 2026 at 2:00pm (series runs until Jun 21, 2027)
Members of the Blackburn Hamlet Book Club meet to enjoy and discuss a wide variety of books selected by book club members. All welcome! June...
Stittsville
Monday Sep 14, 2026 at 6:30pm (series runs until Jun 14, 2027)
Participants (ages 13-17) meet on the second Monday of the month for a series of lectures, activities, and writing exercises. This program is hosted by...

Registration opens on Monday, June 22, 2026 - 10:00am

Sunnyside
Monday Sep 14, 2026 at 7:00pm (series runs until Nov 02, 2026)
Join the Travel Discussion Group, “Passport Ready” led by Elaine Kenney and be ready to share a travel experience with a different topic each month...
Ruth E. Dickinson
Monday Sep 14, 2026 at 7:00pm (series runs until Jun 21, 2027)
Practice your French language conversation skills in a relaxed and friendly environment. All levels are welcome to this drop-in program. This is an adult program,...
North Gloucester
Tuesday Sep 15, 2026 at 11:00am (series runs until Dec 15, 2026)
Meet up with other book lovers in the neighborhood and chat about the monthly pick. See the book list below for links to different formats...
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Orléans
Tuesday Sep 15, 2026 at 5:00pm (series runs until Dec 15, 2026)
Come and get help with reading, math, science, French, English, etc. Led by United for Literacy volunteers. For students in grades 1 through 10. /...
Carp
Tuesday Sep 15, 2026 at 6:30pm
Join us at the Carp Branch for an evening of creativity and fun! This month is paper “stained glass” bookmarks! We will be creating personalized...

Registration opens on Tuesday, August 18, 2026 - 10:30am

Carp
Wednesday Sep 16, 2026 at 7:00pm
Presented by Dying With Dignity Canada (Ottawa Chapter), End of Life Options is a workshop to educate people about the options available to mitigate or...
Books
Rideau
Thursday Sep 17, 2026 at 10:15am (series runs until May 20, 2027)
Share the enjoyment of reading and discussing books in a relaxed atmosphere. September 18 - The Road by Cormac McCarthy. October 16- The Night Circus...
Genealogical tree / Arbre généalogique
Main
Thursday Sep 17, 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...
Old Parliament bulding / Ancien édifice du Parlement
Main
Saturday Sep 19, 2026 at 1:30pm
Laurence Wall looks back at the great events of the last century that radio helped bring to life. Laurence is a retired CBC Ottawa radio...
writing
Stittsville
Sunday Sep 20, 2026 at 2:00pm (series runs until Jun 20, 2027)
In this 10-month creative writing workshop series, we’ll explore the craft of storytelling, empowering you to transform your story ideas into a robust manuscript. Each...

Registration opens on Monday, June 22, 2026 - 10:00am

garden, gardening, jardin, jardinage, seeds, graines, planting, plants, plantes, text
Elmvale Acres
Thursday Sep 24, 2026 at 6:00pm
Session 4: “Collecting and Storing your Native Plant Seeds” Welcome to the final workshop in the 4-part "Ottawa Wildflower Seed Library (OWSL) Presents..." series! Come...
Sunnyside
Friday Sep 25, 2026 at 2:00pm (series runs until Jun 25, 2027)
Join in stimulating discussions on selected titles in a friendly and relaxed atmosphere on the last Friday of the month.
Ruth E. Dickinson
Saturday Sep 26, 2026 at 10:30am
Fêtons le drapeau Franco Ontarien!!!​ La Journée des Franco-Ontariennes et des Franco-Ontariens est célébrée officiellement chaque année au mois de septembre. Joignez-vous à nous lors...
A group of 6 people sitting at a table discussing a book.
Ruth E. Dickinson
Sunday Oct 4, 2026 at 1:00pm (series runs until Nov 01, 2026)
Appel au lecteurs francophones de Barrhaven!!! Nous vous invitons à vous extasier sur vos livres francophones préférés, pour en partager votre amour avec d'autres lecteurs/lectrices...
a hand rolling dice
Orléans
Saturday Oct 17, 2026 at 3:00pm (series runs until Dec 05, 2026)
Join JP the Game Master to learn all about how to play Dungeons & Dragons in this lively educational session meant for beginners with little...