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adult program
Centennial
Saturday Jun 6, 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...
Carp
Saturday Jun 6, 2026 at 2:30pm
Curious about Dungeons and Dragons? Give it a try with a one-session-long adventure for beginners! Learn the basic rules of this popular game as you...
Chess | Échecs
Alta Vista
Saturday Jun 6, 2026 at 3:00pm (series runs until Sep 26, 2026)
Join us for adult and 10+ chess, all levels welcome; an instructor will be available! Come meet new people and have fun. :) No registration required.
Sunnyside
Saturday Jun 6, 2026 at 3:00pm
In honour of National Blood Donor Week the Sunnyside Branch of the Ottawa Public Library invites you to a talk by Canadian Blood Services. If...
Staff reading story to children
Ruth E. Dickinson
Sunday Jun 7, 2026 at 10:30am (series runs until Sep 27, 2026)
Stories, rhymes and songs for children of all ages and their parents or caregivers. Drop-in program. Family program.
Greenboro
Sunday Jun 7, 2026 at 1:30pm (series runs until Jun 28, 2026)
Come play cards, roll the dice or play board games with us! Venez jouer aux cartes, lancer les dés ou jouer à des jeux de...
Cumberland
Sunday Jun 7, 2026 at 1:30pm (series runs until Aug 30, 2026)
Are you interested in practicing your chess skills? Join us for open games of chess. Whether you are a beginner or a more advanced player,...
craft background
Ruth E. Dickinson
Sunday Jun 7, 2026 at 2:00pm (series runs until Jun 25, 2026)
Calling all slow-stitchers and handcrafters. If you hand sew, quilt, knit, crochet, needlefelt, cross-stitch, embroider, needlepunch, english paper piece or any other handcraft, please join...
Ruth E. Dickinson
Sunday Jun 7, 2026 at 2:00pm (series runs until Sep 06, 2026)
Stories, rhymes and songs for children of all ages with a parent or caregiver followed by a craft. Drop-in program. Family program.
Hazeldean
Sunday Jun 7, 2026 at 2:30pm (series runs until Jun 28, 2026)
Tap into your story and explore your voice in an environment of dignity, courage and respect. No experience required! Every workshop is unique.
Rockcliffe Park
Monday Jun 8, 2026 at 9:30am (series runs until Jun 29, 2026)
Stories, rhymes, and songs for children of all ages and a parent or caregiver. Drop-in program. Family English program.
Nepean Centrepointe
Monday Jun 8, 2026 at 10:00am (series runs until Dec 28, 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.
Blackburn Hamlet
Monday Jun 8, 2026 at 10:30am (series runs until Aug 31, 2026)
Do you love playing cards (Euchre)? Chess for adults? Any game goes! We will provide an assortment of games, but you're welcome to bring your...
St-Laurent
Monday Jun 8, 2026 at 10:30am (series runs until Jun 22, 2026)
Drop in to our program room where you will find an assortment of toys and free play opportunities. Meet and connect with other parents while...
Picture of a group of people playing a game.
Osgoode
Monday Jun 8, 2026 at 12:00pm (series runs until Jun 29, 2026)
Join us for coffee, conversation and cards. All are welcome, please drop in.
People talking.
Main
Monday Jun 8, 2026 at 12:30pm (series runs until Jul 27, 2026)
Rejoignez notre groupe de conversation pour pratiquer le français dans une atmosphère détendue. Join our French conversation group and practice speaking in French in a...
Orléans
Monday Jun 8, 2026 at 1:30pm (series runs until Dec 28, 2026)
Do you love board games? Cards? Chess? Any game goes! We will provide an assortment of games, but you're welcome to bring your own board...
Cumberland
Monday Jun 8, 2026 at 1:30pm (series runs until Dec 14, 2026)
Join our English conversation group! Receive guidance from our leaders, meet new people and gain confidence in your ability to speak English. No registration needed...
adults playing with babies and a woman reading
Ruth E. Dickinson
Monday Jun 8, 2026 at 1:30pm (series runs until Jun 22, 2026)
Baby playgroups are facilitated by Early Childhood Educators with early learning activities for babies and a chance for caregivers to network and share experiences. A...
Osgoode
Monday Jun 8, 2026 at 1:30pm
Join us as we discuss: "The Blue Hour" by Paula Hawkins . All are welcome, please drop in. Copies of the title are available at...