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  • Monday May 5, 2025 at 10:30am (series runs until Jun 23, 2025)

    Stories, rhymes and songs for toddlers together with their parents or caregivers followed by playdough play, colouring, or other fun activities!

    Ages 19 to 35 months. Drop-in program.

  • Monday May 5, 2025 at 1:30pm (series runs until Jun 30, 2025)

    Baby playgroups are facilitated by Early Childhood Educators with early learning activities for babies and a chance for caregivers to network and share experiences.   A partnership between the Early On Family and Child Centre and the Library. 

    Ages 0-12 months.  Drop in program.

  • Monday May 5, 2025 at 4:30pm (series runs until May 26, 2025)

    For Ages 10-18.  Drop-in on Mondays between 4:30 and 6 pm for Youth Scrabble - an incredibly exciting activity that provides a challenging and stimulating experience for players. The game requires players to use their vocabulary, strategy, and critical thinking skills to create and place words on the board while competing against others. Whether you're an experienced player or a beginner, the fast-paced and competitive nature of the game is sure to keep you engaged and focused. Additionally, the social aspect of Club Scrabble is not to be underestimated, as players can meet new people, share their love of the game, and have fun together. Overall, Youth Scrabble is an exhilarating and satisfying pastime that offers mental stimulation, social interaction, and a lot of excitement.  

    This program is led by Heidi Robertson, Director of the Ottawa Scrabble Club

    Note:  There is no program on February 17 (Family Day), April 21 (Easter Monday) and May 19 (Victoria Day)

  • Monday May 5, 2025 at 5:15pm (series runs until May 12, 2025)

    Sorry this event and its waiting list are full

    Do you have children ages 5-8?  Would you like them to read more?  Then join our weekly Reading Buddies program.  Each child will be paired with a teen volunteer for fun and interactive read aloud sessions.  Together they will share the joys of reading in a friendly, encouraging and enthusiastic environment.  Registration required. 

    Session dates:
    April 7, 14 and 28
    May 5  & 12

    Note:  Those who register for the April-May session cannot register for the May-June session and vice versa.

  • Monday May 5, 2025 at 6:30pm (series runs until Jun 10, 2025)

    Come join our homework club and get help with reading, math, science, French, English, etc. Ages 6-12.  Drop in.
    Led by United for Literacy. 

    Joins-toi à notre club d’aide aux devoirs, pour recevoir de l’aide avec la lecture, les maths, les sciences, le français, l’anglais, etc. 6-12 Ans. Portes ouvertes, aucune inscription requise!
    Avec des bénévoles de Littératie Ensemble.

  • Monday May 5, 2025 at 7:00pm (series runs until Jun 23, 2025)

    Participez à notre groupe de conversation, dans une ambiance amicale et décontractée, afin  d'améliorer vos habiletés à converser en français.

    Aucune inscription requise.

    Participate in our conversation group so that you can improve your French language conversation skills in a relaxed and friendly environment.

    No registration required.

  • All Aboard STEAM Storytime
    Tuesday May 6, 2025 at 10:30am (series runs until May 27, 2025)

    Choo choo! All aboard for STEAM Storytime!

    Join us for hands-on activities and stories to explore science, technology, engineering, art, and math (STEAM).

    Registration required. For ages 3-4 and their adult co-learner.

  • Parenting in Ottawa
    Tuesday May 6, 2025 at 1:00pm (series runs until Jun 24, 2025)

    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 hours. Learn ways to help your child eat healthy and be active Make sure your child is on track with their growth and development. In partnership with Ottawa Public Health.

  • English Conversation Group
    Tuesday May 6, 2025 at 6:00pm (series runs until Jun 24, 2025)

    Practice your English conversation skills in a low-pressure, friendly environment. All levels are welcome. 

  • Tuesday May 6, 2025 at 6:30pm (series runs until May 27, 2025)

    For ages 13-17.  Interested in playing D&D?  Then join us for a D&D adventure.  Dungeons and Dragons is a fantasy role playing game in which your characters explore the world, solve puzzles and fight monsters.  Spaces limited.