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Stittsville
Wednesday Jul 8, 2026 at 6:30pm (series runs until Dec 30, 2026)
Got a portable craft project? Bring it along and chat with some fellow crafters while you work! Share your expertise if you're comfortable, and learn...
Rideau
Wednesday Jul 8, 2026 at 6:30pm (series runs until Dec 23, 2026)
Do you already have some basic English language skills, and are you looking for a casual, friendly environment where you can practice your English speaking...
Orléans
Wednesday Jul 8, 2026 at 6:30pm (series runs until Dec 30, 2026)
The Writers Collective of Canada (WCC) and the Orléans Branch invite you to join us for our writing workshops: Write With Us! We are all...
webcard with posters for Rattlers
Main
Wednesday Jul 8, 2026 at 6:30pm
Ottawa Bad Movie Nights and Ottawa Public Library present a screening of Rattlers (1976). Please join us from 6:30pm to 8:30pm, at the OPL's Main...
Ruth E. Dickinson
Wednesday Jul 8, 2026 at 6:30pm
We'll tell about all about some of our favourite books that you are guaranteed to enjoy this summer while we zentangle. Who knows, you might...
Group of adults sitting around a table, chatting
Vanier
Wednesday Jul 8, 2026 at 6:30pm (series runs until Dec 30, 2026)
Join our free English conversation group to practise speaking in English in a relaxed and friendly environment. All levels are welcome to this drop-in program...
Manotick
Wednesday Jul 8, 2026 at 7:00pm (series runs until Dec 16, 2026)
Rejoignez notre groupe de conversation en français pour pratiquer le français dans une atmosphère détendue. Join our French conversation group to practice speaking in French...
Cartoon octopus / Dessin animé de pieuvre
Emerald Plaza
Wednesday Jul 8, 2026 at 7:00pm (series runs until Aug 19, 2026)
Games are easy to find and fun to play: Giant Tetris, Giant Connect 4, Giant Guess Who, and large jigsaw puzzles. Wednesday July 8 -...
Orléans
Wednesday Jul 8, 2026 at 7:00pm
In a Japanese-themed garden, a small space holds big ideas about designing with plants, stone, water and ma, the all-important space in between. Part garden...
Main
Thursday Jul 9, 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...
Manotick
Thursday Jul 9, 2026 at 10:30am (series runs until Dec 10, 2026)
Join fellow mahjong players for a friendly game in a congenial environment. Drop-in program, no registration required.
Blackburn Hamlet
Thursday Jul 9, 2026 at 10:30am (series runs until Jul 11, 2026)
Come discover the fascinating (and sometimes mysterious) objects in our History Box! Explore and learn about them in a game format. Parents are welcome! The...
Greenboro
Thursday Jul 9, 2026 at 10:30am (series runs until Aug 20, 2026)
Play card games and board games at the library. Games selection include: chess. Library staff will be on hand to help with rules and organize...
Dive into reading under the sea | Pongez dans la lecture sous l'eau
Carlingwood
Thursday Jul 9, 2026 at 10:30am
Dive deeper. Discover more. Predict which objects will sink or float in water. Make boats to learn more about how density affects buoyancy. Ages 7-9...
Main
Thursday Jul 9, 2026 at 10:30am
Sail the seven seas. It’s time to go on a treasure hunt! Join us and make some pirate-themed crafts fit for a captain! Drop-in program...
Alta Vista
Thursday Jul 9, 2026 at 10:30am (series runs until Aug 20, 2026)
Contes, comptines et chansons pour les enfants de tous âges et un parent ou gardien.
Orléans
Thursday Jul 9, 2026 at 10:30am
MASC: Circus Workshop - Joey Albert The circus workshop offers students an educational, artistic, and fun experience, where everyone is invited to explore the world...
Emerald Plaza
Thursday Jul 9, 2026 at 10:30am
Craft and create your very own ocean-inspired masterpiece. Participants will dive into a sea-themed Storytime, followed by a fun and interactive parachute activity that will...
Metcalfe village
Thursday Jul 9, 2026 at 10:30am
Join us for a hands-on workshop where you’ll learn how to design and create your own zines! A fanzine, or zine for short, is a...
Cartoon sea creatures / Dessin animé de  créatures de mer
Rosemount
Thursday Jul 9, 2026 at 10:30am (series runs until Aug 20, 2026)
Stories, rhymes, and songs for children of all ages and a parent or caregiver. Drop-in program. Family program. Contes, comptines et chansons pour les enfants...