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knitting
Cumberland
Thursday Jan 8, 2026 at 6:30pm (series runs until Jun 25, 2026)
Bring your knitting or crochet project and share advice, ideas, new techniques and conversations with fellow enthusiasts. For adults of all abilities. Drop-in program. Apportez...
Nepean Centrepointe
Thursday Jan 8, 2026 at 6:30pm (series runs until Jun 04, 2026)
Whether you're new to baking or well seasoned, this book club is the perfect place to meet fellow bakers, try new recipes and share both...
Rosemount
Thursday Jan 8, 2026 at 6:30pm (series runs until Jun 04, 2026)
Join our monthly conversation group for entrepreneurs and small business owners. A welcoming space to connect, share ideas, and get feedback on your business journey...
Stittsville
Thursday Jan 8, 2026 at 6:30pm (series runs until Jun 25, 2026)
The Stittsville branch hosts weekly meetings of the Stittsville Creative Writing Group. Do you love to write? Is writing the air you breathe, or is...
Blackburn Hamlet
Thursday Jan 8, 2026 at 6:30pm (series runs until Jun 25, 2026)
Bring your knitting or crochet project (or needlepoint, cross-stitch, etc.) and share tips and tricks, ideas and conversations with fellow enthusiasts. For adults of all...
Orléans
Thursday Jan 8, 2026 at 7:00pm (series runs until Jun 11, 2026)
Share the enjoyment of good books in an informal and relaxed atmosphere. Second Thursday of every month. New members welcome.
Ruth E. Dickinson
Friday Jan 9, 2026 at 10:30am (series runs until Dec 11, 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.​ ​ ​Friday mornings...
Greenboro
Friday Jan 9, 2026 at 1:30pm (series runs until May 29, 2026)
Come play cards, roll the dice or play board games with us!
North Gloucester
Friday Jan 9, 2026 at 1:30pm (series runs until Jun 05, 2026)
In these ESL classes for beginner and intermediate levels, participants will learn and practice vocabulary, grammar, speaking, pronunciation, reading, and writing. A wide range of...
Sunnyside
Friday Jan 9, 2026 at 2:00pm (series runs until Jun 12, 2026)
Meet new people and join in discussions on selected titles in a friendly and relaxed atmosphere every second Friday of the month. Newcomers are welcome.
Hazeldean
Friday Jan 9, 2026 at 2:30pm
Unlike traditional colouring, this unique activity starts with a page full of watercolor. Trace, doodle, outline, or simply let your imagination guide you as you...

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Main
Friday Jan 9, 2026 at 3:00pm (series runs until Apr 24, 2026)
Join our free English conversation group to practice speaking in English in a relaxed and friendly environment. All levels are welcome to this drop-in program...
un enfant apporte une pile de livres ; il y a des blocs Lego, et une banane lit une carte / child carries a large pile of books; there are Lego blocks; a banana reads a map
Vanier
Friday Jan 9, 2026 at 3:45pm (series runs until Mar 06, 2026)
Create and build with Lego®! Drop-in program. Family program. Architectes en herbe, à vos Lego®! Programme portes ouvertes. Programme familial.
Rideau
Friday Jan 9, 2026 at 4:00pm (series runs until May 29, 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...
Cumberland
Saturday Jan 10, 2026 at 10:00am (series runs until Jun 27, 2026)
This is a group for people who love to write. Participants meet every second Saturday to discuss all things writing, whether it be highlighting their...
Three paintings from the National Gallery of Canada - two are landscape pictures of trees covered in snow. One is a picture of a snow bird.

National Gallery of Canada, Scotiabank Great Hall, 380 Sussex Drive

Join the Ottawa Public Library and the National Gallery of Canada for Storytime at the Gallery.

Children...

National Gallery of Canada

Saturday Jan 10, 2026 at 10:00am
child reading a story with parents
Carp
Saturday Jan 10, 2026 at 10:30am (series runs until Mar 21, 2026)
Family Storytime 10:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Stories, rhymes, and songs for preschool children and a parent/caregiver. Stay & Play 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m...
Manotick
Saturday Jan 10, 2026 at 10:30am
Join Khaleefa “Apollo the Child” Hamdan, spoken word poet and hip hop artist, for an interactive writing workshop. Discover how to turn your thoughts and...
Reading Buddies
Richmond
Saturday Jan 10, 2026 at 11:00am
Do you have children ages 5 to 8? ​Would you like them to read more? ​ Join our weekly Reading Buddies program. ​Each child will...

Registration opens on Monday, January 5, 2026 - 10:00am

Reading Buddies
Richmond
Saturday Jan 10, 2026 at 11:45am
Do you have children ages 5 to 8? ​Would you like them to read more? ​ Join our weekly Reading Buddies program. ​Each child will...

Registration opens on Monday, January 5, 2026 - 10:00am