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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
Wednesday May 27, 2026 at 2:00pm
Create art in good company. This series is perfect for aspiring artists, crafters who are in a rut, and anyone who suspects that a creative...
Blackburn Hamlet
Wednesday May 27, 2026 at 2:00pm (series runs until Jun 24, 2026)
Join us at the Blackburn Hamlet branch for a watercolour painting session. Bring your own project or start something new in the company of like-minded...
Richmond
Wednesday May 27, 2026 at 6:00pm
Participate in the community project of making scarves/mittens for the local Food Bank OR bring your crochet project and share advice, ideas and conversations with...
Sunnyside
Wednesday May 27, 2026 at 6:00pm (series runs until Jun 17, 2026)
Want to learn more about Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning? Join us for a series of introductory sessions presented by computer scientist and AI researcher...
Nepean Centrepointe
Wednesday May 27, 2026 at 6:00pm
This event is organized by the teen members of the Nepean Centrepointe branch's Teen Advisory Group. Come hang out at the library and work on...
From left to right: black and white portrait of Simon; cover of his book Ordures! and an image of Simon with a garbage truck

This event will take place in French only. 

Join us at the St-Laurent branch to talk about trash – literally. Simon Paré-Poupart, a Montréal based author who is known for...

Wednesday May 27, 2026 at 7:00pm
St-Laurent
Thursday May 28, 2026 at 10:00am
Come meet to enjoy and discuss a wide variety of books selected by book club members. All are welcome! Drop-in program. This group meets the...
gardening
Centennial
Thursday May 28, 2026 at 10:00am
Bring some plants… take some plants! Chat with other avid gardeners and pick up a few books.​​ Please don't forget to label your plants. ​​...
Metcalfe village
Thursday May 28, 2026 at 2:00pm (series runs until Jun 25, 2026)
Meet your neighbours and discuss great books in a relaxed atmosphere. All are welcome! Drop-in every last Thursday of the month at 2:00pm. May's book...
Carlingwood
Thursday May 28, 2026 at 6:00pm (series runs until Aug 27, 2026)
Your evening escape into stories! Are you looking for a reason to dust off that pile of books next to your bed that have been...
Jobs and career help
Elmvale Acres
Thursday May 28, 2026 at 6:30pm (series runs until Dec 10, 2026)
Are you looking for a job? Learn all the necessary skills to do so at the Elmvale Acres Branch of the Ottawa Public Library. Some...
Nepean Centrepointe
Thursday May 28, 2026 at 6:30pm (series runs until Nov 26, 2026)
If you are a love story lover, join us each month for discussions on romance novels in a relaxed atmosphere! From enemies-to-lovers to second chance...
People sitting around a table discussing books
Cumberland
Thursday May 28, 2026 at 7:00pm
Join us once a month for lively discussions on books in a variety of genres and voices. When you register for a session, there is...

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Sunnyside
Friday May 29, 2026 at 2:00pm
Join in stimulating discussions on selected titles in a friendly and relaxed atmosphere on the last Friday of the month.
Hazeldean
Friday May 29, 2026 at 2:30pm
Unlike traditional colouring, this unique activity starts with a page full of watercolor. Trace, doodle, outline, or simply let your imagination guide you as you...
Carlingwood
Friday May 29, 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?...
Two seated adults chatting over coffee in a home setting
Ruth E. Dickinson
Saturday May 30, 2026 at 10:30am
EnviroCentre is a non-profit organization based in Ottawa, dedicated to reducing greenhouse gas emissions and making homes more affordable to run. Stop by their Pop-Up...
A person and a child reading a colorful illustrated book together in a library setting
Richmond
Saturday May 30, 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...
Gardening
Manotick
Saturday May 30, 2026 at 11:00am
Drop into the branch and see our selection of plant cuttings! Take one with you and check out some of our gardening books as well.
A person and a child reading a colorful illustrated book together in a library setting
Richmond
Saturday May 30, 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...