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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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Carp
Wednesday Jun 24, 2026 at 10:00am (series runs until Sep 23, 2026)
Come meet 1 on 1 with Social Prescriber Maddie from the Western Ottawa Community Resource Centre (WOCRC). A social prescriber connects individuals with non-clinical community...
Beaverbrook
Wednesday Jun 24, 2026 at 1:00pm (series runs until Aug 26, 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...
Cumberland
Wednesday Jun 24, 2026 at 6:30pm
Learn and practice new English language skills and meet new people in a relaxed and friendly environment. Offered in partnership with the Catholic Centre for...
Main
Thursday Jun 25, 2026 at 10:00am (series runs until Aug 27, 2026)
A member of Employment & Social Services’ Outreach and Mobile Services Team (OMST) will be at the Main branch of OPL in Room 117 on...
Fitzroy Harbour
Thursday Jun 25, 2026 at 10:00am (series runs until Sep 24, 2026)
Come meet 1 on 1 with Social Prescriber Maddie from the Western Ottawa Community Resource Centre (WOCRC). A social prescriber connects individuals with non-clinical community...
Emerald Plaza
Thursday Jun 25, 2026 at 2:30pm
Enjoy a tour of Emerald Plaza branch and visit our community resource fair. You will meet local service providers offering support in health, settlement, recreation,...
Greenboro
Thursday Jun 25, 2026 at 5:00pm (series runs until Dec 10, 2026)
This program hosted by South-East Ottawa Community Health Centre offers free, one-on-one support to help people of all ages improve their health, prevent illness and...
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Ruth E. Dickinson
Thursday Jun 25, 2026 at 6:00pm
Come with your team of 2-6 for a fun-filled trivia night at the Ruth Dickinson branch! This week's trivia will be "General Knowledge" themed, covering...
Nepean Centrepointe
Thursday Jun 25, 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...
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Cumberland
Thursday Jun 25, 2026 at 7:00pm
We invite you to come to either (or both!) of two sessions to rave about your favourite books, and share your love for them with...
Sunnyside
Friday Jun 26, 2026 at 1:30pm
E-mail systems are used by almost everybody but not necessarily well understood by all. Chris Taylor, President of the Ottawa PC Users’ Group will cover...
Centennial
Friday Jun 26, 2026 at 1:30pm
Explore Centennial branch and visit our community resource fair. You will meet local service providers offering support in health, settlement, recreation, and other essential services...
Constance Bay
Friday Jun 26, 2026 at 3:00pm (series runs until Sep 25, 2026)
Come meet 1 on 1 with Social Prescriber Maddie from the Western Ottawa Community Resource Centre (WOCRC). A social prescriber connects individuals with non-clinical community...
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Main
Saturday Jun 27, 2026 at 11:30am
E-mail systems are used by almost everybody but not necessarily well understood by all. Chris Taylor, President of the Ottawa PC Users’ Group will cover...
Orléans
Saturday Jun 27, 2026 at 1:00pm (series runs until Dec 19, 2026)
Practice your English conversation skills in a relaxed and friendly environment. All levels are welcome. Please note : Saturday September 20 , 2025, session is...
Carlingwood
Saturday Jun 27, 2026 at 1:30pm
Play Dungeons and Dragons at the Ottawa Public Library! Whether you've always wanted to learn, haven't played in years, or are an experienced player looking...
Rideau
Saturday Jun 27, 2026 at 1:30pm
Discover Rideau branch and visit our community resource fair. You will meet local service providers offering support in health, settlement, recreation, and other essential services...
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Main
Saturday Jun 27, 2026 at 2:00pm
Learn various ways to organize photos on your computer, phone or on the cloud. Understand how to create backups so your photos are protected against...
Orléans
Monday Jun 29, 2026 at 10:00am
E-mail systems are used by almost everybody but not necessarily well understood by all. Chris Taylor, President of the Ottawa PC Users’ Group will cover...
Ruth E. Dickinson
Monday Jun 29, 2026 at 10:30am (series runs until Aug 22, 2026)
Dive deeper. Discover more. Families are invited to drop-in and explore hands-on STEM play. Build, test, and create through fun challenges at your own pace!...