Want to learn more about your family history or getting stuck working on your family tree? Drop-in to work on your family tree and share research strategies. Discover what library resources are available for your research with specialists from the Ontario Genealogical Society Ottawa Branch.
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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Monday May 5, 2025 at 1:30pmDrop-in program
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Monday May 5, 2025 at 2:00pm (series runs until May 12, 2025)Drop-in program
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Stories, rhymes and songs for babies (newborn to 18 months) with a parent or caregiver.
Stay and play after storytime.
Drop-in program.
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Monday May 5, 2025 at 2:00pm (series runs until May 26, 2025)Drop-in program
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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 tablet. Drop In program
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Monday May 5, 2025 at 2:30pm (series runs until May 12, 2025)Drop-in program
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Stories, rhymes and songs for toddlers together with their parents or caregivers.
Ages 15 to 35 months. Drop-in program.
Contes, comptines et chansons pour les tout-petits et leurs parents ou gardiens.
De 15 à 35 mois. Portes ouvertes.
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Monday May 5, 2025 at 2:30pm (series runs until May 26, 2025)
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Join us at the Chatty Cafe! This relaxed drop-in program is a great way to meet new people in the community. Whether you’re looking to connect with others or simply enjoy good conversation, this program is a welcoming space to all. We'll have games and fun conversation prompts.
No registration required.
No program on Monday April 21 (Easter Monday) or Monday May 19 (Victoria Day).
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Monday May 5, 2025 at 3:00pm (series runs until May 26, 2025)Drop-in program
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Technology can be challenging, so join our enthusiastic BH Tech Team, who will give you a good foundation and the confidence to use your preferred devices (e.g phone, laptop, e-reader) . Our team can also provide you with information on how to use library resources such as Libby (ebooks and audiobooks) and Hoopla (music, video, graphic novels).
Our BH Tech group will be available to assist you with basic tech questions, as well as point you in the right direction for topics we do not handle.
Here are a few examples of the topics we do not cover:
- Diagnosis and Repair of Devices
- Online banking or shopping-related transactions.
- Unsupported devices (such as Kindles).
In short, we can help you make the best of your devices or applications/tools.
March 24, 2025
April 7 and 28, 2025
May 5 and 26, 2025
Drop-in from 3 - 4:00 pm - Please bring your own device and library card.
Vous avez besoin d'aide à comprendre vos appareils technologiques (téléphone, tablette, ordinateur portatif, liseuse), un membre de notre équipe sera disponible afin de vous appuyer avec vos questions.
Il nous fera aussi plaisir de vous partager nos ressources en ligne tels que Cantook (les livres numériques et audio) et Hoopla (la vidéo, la musique et les bandes dessinées).
24 mars, 2025
7 et 28 avril, 2025
5 et 26 mai, 2025
Entre 15h00 et 16h00 - Apportez votre appareil ainsi que votre carte de bibliothèque.
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Monday May 5, 2025 at 3:00pm (series runs until May 12, 2025)Drop-in program
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Join us following our Toddlertime to play and chat! There will be self-directed activities and toys for young children and their parents/caregivers.
Ages 15 to 35 months. Drop-in program.
Joignez-nous après notre Tout-petits à la biblio pour jouer et socialiser. Il y aura des activités pour les tout-petits et leurs adultes.
De 15 à 35 mois. Portes ouvertes.
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Monday May 5, 2025 at 4:30pm (series runs until May 26, 2025)Drop-in program
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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)
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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 & 12Note: Those who register for the April-May session cannot register for the May-June session and vice versa.
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Monday May 5, 2025 at 5:30pm (series runs until Jun 16, 2025)Sorry this event and its waiting list are full
Play Dungeons and Dragons at the library! Whether you've always wanted to learn, haven't played in years, or are an experienced player looking to join a table, try this five-part introduction to D&D for adults with Ottawa game master Allan Humphrey. The first session will include instruction on how to create a D&D character plus time to prepare for the game. Allan will run the adventure Dragons of Stormwreck Isle over the next four sessions. Registration is required, and the game is intended for players 18 and older. Note: If enough players join the waiting list, we will open a second table and run the first chapter of Waterdeep: Dragon Heist as well.