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Main
Wednesday Jan 7, 2026 at 6:30pm (series runs until Apr 29, 2026)
Join our free English conversation to practice speaking in English in a relaxed and friendly environment. All levels are welcome to this drop-in program. No...
Stittsville
Wednesday Jan 7, 2026 at 6:30pm (series runs until Jun 24, 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 Jan 7, 2026 at 6:30pm (series runs until May 27, 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...
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Main
Wednesday Jan 7, 2026 at 6:30pm
Ottawa Bad Movie Nights and Ottawa Public Library present a screening of H ercules (1983). Please join us from 6:30pm to 8:30pm, at the OPL's...

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Alta Vista
Wednesday Jan 7, 2026 at 6:30pm (series runs until Jun 17, 2026)
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Ruth E. Dickinson
Wednesday Jan 7, 2026 at 6:30pm (series runs until Jun 24, 2026)
Practice your English conversation skills in a low-pressure, friendly environment. All levels are welcome. Program will start upstairs in the second floor program room.
Cumberland
Wednesday Jan 7, 2026 at 6:30pm (series runs until Jun 24, 2026)
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...
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Manotick
Wednesday Jan 7, 2026 at 7:00pm (series runs until Jun 24, 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...
Beaverbrook
Wednesday Jan 7, 2026 at 7:00pm (series runs until Mar 11, 2026)
Améliorez votre français parlé et rencontrez des gens dans une atmosphère détendue. Inscription non requise, niveaux intermédiaire . *pas de séance le 4 février Practice...
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Rideau
Thursday Jan 8, 2026 at 10:15am (series runs until Jun 18, 2026)
Share the enjoyment of reading and discussing books in a relaxed atmosphere. September 18 - The Road by Cormac McCarthy. October 16- The Night Circus...
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Manotick
Thursday Jan 8, 2026 at 10:15am (series runs until Jun 25, 2026)
Join fellow mahjong players for a friendly game in a congenial environment. Drop-in program, no registration required.
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Cumberland
Thursday Jan 8, 2026 at 10:15am (series runs until Mar 31, 2026)
Join us at the Cumberland Branch Tuesday and Thursday mornings to make new friends from 10:15 am to noon. We have coffee, puzzles, board games...
Nepean Centrepointe
Thursday Jan 8, 2026 at 10:30am (series runs until Dec 17, 2026)
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...
Stittsville
Thursday Jan 8, 2026 at 1:00pm (series runs until Dec 07, 2026)
An open house for persons with dementia, their care partners, and families. This program is drop-in, but if you choose to register you will receive...
Beaverbrook
Thursday Jan 8, 2026 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.
Nepean Centrepointe
Thursday Jan 8, 2026 at 1:30pm (series runs until Dec 10, 2026)
Come meet to enjoy and discuss a wide variety of books selected by book club members. All are welcome! Every second Thursday of the month...
Book Banter
Alta Vista
Thursday Jan 8, 2026 at 2:00pm (series runs until Jun 04, 2026)
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...
Elmvale Acres
Thursday Jan 8, 2026 at 2:00pm (series runs until Jan 31, 2026)
Looking for a quiet place to study for exams? Look no further! The Program Room will be reserved for studying (alone or with your group)...
Sleuth Hounds
Carp
Thursday Jan 8, 2026 at 2:30pm (series runs until Jun 04, 2026)
Share the enjoyment of good books in a relaxed atmosphere. All are welcome! Drop-in program. This group meets the first Thursday of the month 2:30...
Carlingwood
Thursday Jan 8, 2026 at 3:00pm (series runs until Jan 30, 2026)
Looking for a place to study for exams? Select tables in the Teen Zone on Carlingwood's 3rd floor will be reserved for you during the...