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children with beakers, a globe, books and a telescope
Nepean Centrepointe
Tuesday Dec 2, 2025 at 4:00pm
Join us for an exciting and hands-on Afternoon STEM Club designed especially for kids! Each session will have interactive activities in Science, Technology, Engineering, and...
boardgames
Centennial
Tuesday Dec 2, 2025 at 5:30pm (series runs until Dec 16, 2025)
Bring your friends & family in for exciting card games, board games, & brain teasers! We have many games including Clue, Carcassonne, Periodic Quest, Settlers...
Hazeldean
Tuesday Dec 2, 2025 at 6:15pm
Stories, rhymes and songs for children of all ages and a parent or caregiver. Feel free to wear your pjs. 30 min.
Nepean Centrepointe
Tuesday Dec 2, 2025 at 6:30pm (series runs until Dec 16, 2025)
Do you need a casual, friendly environment where you can practice your English-speaking skills? Look no further than the English Conversation Group! Receive guidance from...
Cumberland
Wednesday Dec 3, 2025 at 10:00am (series runs until Jan 24, 2026)
Technology doesn't have to be overwhelming. The Cumberland library Tech Team can help you with devices like phones, laptop and e-readers. We can also show...
Greenboro
Wednesday Dec 3, 2025 at 10:30am (series runs until Mar 18, 2026)
Are you looking for work? Unemployed or underemployed? Drop-in to meet one-on-one with an Employment Counsellor from the Pinecrest-Queensway Employment Services team. For Newcomers.
A woman holding the scales of justice
Ruth E. Dickinson
Wednesday Dec 3, 2025 at 1:00pm (series runs until Dec 03, 2025)
Do you have questions for a lawyer? ​ A lawyer of Community Legal Services of Ottawa will be available on-site to provide legal advice and...
markers, scissors, glue / des feutres, des ciseaux, du col
Cumberland
Wednesday Dec 3, 2025 at 1:30pm
Join us for an afternoon of board games, LEGO, cards & fun ​for home-schooled children and their families! ​ ​Soyez des nôtres pour un après-midi...
Carlingwood
Wednesday Dec 3, 2025 at 2:00pm (series runs until Jun 03, 2026)
Share the enjoyment of good books in a relaxed atmosphere! Drop-in. Sept-June. 1st Wednesday of the month. (Some exceptions may apply.) Falll 2025 September 3rd...
Blackburn Hamlet
Wednesday Dec 3, 2025 at 2:00pm
Coloring can have a calming effect on the mind and promote wellness! Join us for a fun and relaxing adult coloring session. All supplies are...
teens smiling with books
Greenboro
Wednesday Dec 3, 2025 at 4:30pm
Come chat with fellow manga lovers about the first volumes of some of the most popular series. Both experts and newcomers are welcome as we...
webcard with poster for Santa Claws
Main
Wednesday Dec 3, 2025 at 6:00pm
Ottawa Bad Movie Nights and Ottawa Public Library present a screening of Santa Claws (1996). Please join us from 6:30pm to 8:30pm, at the OPL's...
Hazeldean
Wednesday Dec 3, 2025 at 6:00pm
Participants will be able to make seasonal ornaments with crafting materials, paint and Mod Podge. Ornaments will be finalized using a string, twine, or ribbon...

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Sunnyside
Wednesday Dec 3, 2025 at 6:30pm
Discover the wildside of Africa and its multitude of national parks. Carole Gobeil has just returned from Uganda and Kenya and is looking forward to...
Toddlertime
Centennial
Thursday Dec 4, 2025 at 10:30am (series runs until Mar 05, 2026)
Stories, rhymes and songs for toddlers and a parent or caregiver. Program from 10:30 – 11:00am Stay & Play from 11:00 – 11:30am For ages 19-35 months. Drop-In.
New Year, New Hobby & Skill  webcard
Manotick
Thursday Dec 4, 2025 at 1:00pm (series runs until Jun 18, 2026)
Join us for an afternoon of gaming fun! Drop in and enjoy a fun game of Scrabble in a relaxed and friendly environment. Please note...
Beaverbrook
Thursday Dec 4, 2025 at 1:30pm (series runs until Jun 04, 2026)
Share the enjoyment of good books in an informal and relaxed atmosphere. First Thursday of every month. New members welcome.
Book Banter
Alta Vista
Thursday Dec 4, 2025 at 2:00pm
Share the enjoyment of good books in a relaxed atmosphere. Join us for discussions on the first Thursday of every month from 2 to 3...
Nepean Centrepointe
Thursday Dec 4, 2025 at 2:00pm
Ever ran out of gift bags or not been able to find one the right size? Join us for this easy craft where we teach...
Hazeldean
Thursday Dec 4, 2025 at 2:15pm (series runs until Dec 18, 2025)
Join us for an afternoon of fun for home-schooled children and their families. Each month a different activity will be offered—from lego, to chess, games...