May 2026 Events (684 events)

EEPMON

Come to the Jackson Café to discover two large murals, featuring the digital artwork of Eric Chan (aka eepmon)! In Futur…

Visions and Views

The Firestone Collection of Canadian Art is a significant art collection that spans the modern period and includes work…

Chaos Bloom – Tidal Wave

In the digital realm, EEPMON merges code and creativity, crafting intricate compositions exploring the micro and macro.…

Hard Rock Cafe Ottawa Live Performances

Every Friday and Saturday evening Hard Rock Cafe has FREE live concerts starting at 9:30PM

Wheelers Maple – Pancake House & Sugar Bush

Year-round pancake house and maple experience featuring sugar bush tours, two museums, maple products, and seasonal acti…

613 Flea Market at Aberdeen Pavilion

Ottawa's largest indoor vintage and artisan market featuring 150 vendors offering antiques, vintage clothing, handmade g…

Digital Worlds: The Generative Art of EEPMON | EEPMON展：デジタルア…

EEPMON makes generative artworks—pieces produced through computer programs that introduce chance, iteration, and interac…

Indigenous Drum Circle

Indigenous Drum Circle- Orleans ONEveryone welcome.Bring your drum, rattle, sticks, indoor shoes/slippers and water.Free…

becoming|un|becoming: deepening relations

The artworks by Leah Decter, a white settler artist and scholar, offer an opportunity to reflect on repair and care of r…

Paint Night Bar Series

One event on March 24, 2026 at 6:00 pm

The Creativity of Plants

The Forget For A Moment Foundation and the Ottawa Art Gallery are proud to present and invite you to visit The Creativit…

Intertwined

In a time marked by our increasingly complex relationship to the natural world, Intertwined brings together artists for…

Ottawa Farmers' Market

From the heart of the land to the heart of the city ? welcome to our Winter Farmers' Market season! Join 75+ local vendo…

29th Edition of the Latin American Film Festival

Come and enjoy the best of Latin American cinema at our festival!

Homework Help / Club de devoirs

Come join our homework club and get help with reading, math, science, French, English, etc. Led by United for Literacy.…

English Conversation Group / Groupe de conversation en angla…

Join our free English Conversation Group to practice speaking in English in a relaxed and friendly environment. All leve…

Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning Course

Want to learn more about Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning? Join us for a series of introductory sessions pre…

Greely Writing Group

Get feedback on your writing (any genre) and ideas from the group. Hear the work of other writers and offer your feedbac…

Adult English Conversation Group/ Groupe de conversation en…

Improve your English, share stories and make new friends!Améliorez votre anglais, partager des histoires et faites des a…

English Conversation Group

Practice your English conversation skills in a low- pressure, friendly environment. All levels are welcome. ​

Evening English Conversation Group/Groupe de conversation en…

Learn and practice new English language skills and meet new people in a relaxed and friendly environment. Offered in par…

Groupe de conversation en français (intermédiaire) / French…

Improve your spoken French in a relaxed setting. This group is for those at an intermediate level. No registration requi…

Groupe de conversation en français pour adultes / Adult Fren…

Participez notre groupe de conversation, dans une ambiance amicale et décontractée, afin d'améliorer vos habiletés con…

Rideau Wednesday English Conversation Group

Do you already have some basic English language skills, and are you looking for a casual, friendly environment where you…

Stittsville Cozy Crafters

Got a portable craft project? Bring it along and chat with some fellow crafters while you work! Share your expertise if…

Wednesday English Conversation Circle

MARCH 11th - CANCELLED TONIGHT DUE TO WEATHERPractice your English conversation skills in a low-pressure, friendly envir…

Write With Us!

The Writers Collective of Canada (WCC) and the Orléans Branch invite you to join us for our writing workshops: Write Wit…

French Conversation Group - Intermediate - Groupe de Convers…

Rejoignez notre groupe de conversation en français pour pratiquer le français dans une atmosphère détendue.Join our Fren…

Frame of Mind: 10 Years of Creative Space

Celebrating its 10th year and 9th exhibition, Creative Space is an ongoing program and part of a well-established partne…

Ottawa International Writers Festival

Celebrating the power of the imagination to build and renew community. Join the conversation!

1 on 1 with the Western Ottawa Community Resource Centre: As…

Come meet 1 on 1 with Social Prescriber Maddie from the Western Ottawa Community Resource Centre (WOCRC). A social presc…

Bébés à la biblio

Contes, comptines, et chansons pour les bébés (0-18 mois) accompagnés d’un parent ou gardien(ne).Programme portes-ouvert…

St-Laurent English Book Club

Come meet to enjoy and discuss a wide variety of books selected by book club members. All are welcome!Drop-in program.Th…

The Morning Social/ La matinée sociale

Join us at the Cumberland Branch Tuesday and Thursday mornings to make new friends from 10:15 am to noon. We have coffee…

Contes en famille

Contes, comptines et chansons pour les enfants de tous âges et un parent ou gardien. Suivit de Jouons la Biblio de 11 h…

Family Storytime - Spring Session

Stories, rhymes and songs for children of all ages and a parent or caregiver. 30 min. Drop in.

Mahjong at the Library

Join fellow mahjong players for a friendly game in a congenial environment. Drop-in program, no registration required.

Morning Babytime

Stories, rhymes and songs for babies and a parent or caregiver. 0-18 months.

Toddlertime (Thursday Session)

Stories, rhymes, and songs for toddlers 19-36 months and a parent/caregiver, then join us for a Stay and Play. Drop-in.

Baby Time / Bébés à la Biblio

Stories, rhymes and songs for babies with a parent or caregiver. 0-18 months. Feel free to stay after the program to pla…

Babytime / Bébés à la biblio

Stories, rhymes and songs for babies and a parent or caregiver, followed by Stay and Play. 0-18 months. ​Contes, comptin…

Bilingual Family Storytime - Contes en famille bilingue

Stories, rhymes and songs for children of all ages and a parent or caregiver. Drop-in program.​Contes, comptines et chan…

Family Storytime and Stay & Play

Stories, rhymes and songs for children of all ages and a parent or caregiver. Then stay and socialize for our Stay and P…

Family Storytime at the Alexander Community Center

Stories, rhymes and songs for children of all ages and a parent or caregiver. Stay and Play following Storytime. Meet ne…

Family Storytime/ Contes en famille

Stories, rhymes and puppets for children and a parent /caregiver. Drop in.Contes, comptines et chansons pour les enfants…

Family Storytime

Stories, rhymes and songs for children of all ages and a parent or caregiver.

Storytime Stay and Play

Stories, rhymes, and songs for children ages 0-5, accompanied by a parent or caregiver.Join other children and their par…

Thursday Morning Babytime & Stay and Play

Stories, rhymes, and songs for babies ages 0-18 months and a parent or caregiver. Stay and Play following Babytime. Meet…

Toddlertime

Stories, rhymes and songs for toddlers and a parent or caregiver. Program from 10:30 – 11:00amStay & Play from 11:00 – 1…

Contes en Famille / Family storytime

Join us for stories, rhymes and songs for children of all ages with a parent or caregiver. Drop-in program. Rejoinez-nou…

Babytime + Stay & Play

Stories, rhymes and songs for babies with a parent or caregiver followed by time for parents to socialize and help their…

Metcalfe Book Club

Meet your neighbours and discuss great books in a relaxed atmosphere. All are welcome!Drop-in every last Thursday of the…

Pop up activities - every Thursday at Rockcliffe Park

Join us at Rockcliffe Park Branch every Thursday from 3PM to 4:30PM for a different self-directed pop up activity in eit…

Youth Chess Club | Club d'échecs jeunesse

Drop in to play chess with other youth in a relaxed, informal environment! Practice the basics or test your wits with a…

English Conversation & Settlement Group

New to Canada? Looking for support with school, work, or your social life?Newcomer Conversation and Support.OMRA Shelter…

Teen Chess Club | Club d'échecs jeunesse

Drop in to play chess with other youth in a relaxed, informal environment!Ages 8 to 18. Drop-in program..Venez jouer aux…

Reading Buddies - 4:15pm Session

Do you have a child in grades 1 to 4? ​Would you like them to boost their confidence and motivation to read? Join our we…

STEAM Challenge Thursday

Stop by every Thursday evening and work on a weekly science, technology, engineering, art and math challenge.

Reading Buddies - 5:15pm Session

Do you have a child in grades 1 to 4? ​Would you like them to boost their confidence and motivation to read? Join our we…

Craft Night

Everyone is welcome to bring a project to work on (any skill level) or just chat. Every Tuesday and Thursday night at th…

Homework Help/Aide aux devoirs

Come and get help with reading, math, science, French, English, etc. Led by United for Literacy volunteers. For students…

The Nightstand Collective Book Club

Your evening escape into stories! Are you looking for a reason to dust off that pile of books next to your bed that have…

Groupe de conversation en français- Jeudi soir

Profitez de notre groupe de conversation afin d'améliorer vos habiletés en français l'oral. ​Join our free French Conve…

Knit and Crochet Club / Club de tricot et de crochet

Bring your knitting or crochet project (or needlepoint, cross-stitch, etc.) and share tips and tricks, ideas and convers…

Knitting and Crochet Club/Club de tricot et crochet

Bring your knitting or crochet project and share advice, ideas, new techniques and conversations with fellow enthusiasts…

Slow Stitchers and Handcrafters

Calling all slow-stitchers and handcrafters. If you hand sew, quilt, knit, crochet, needlefelt, cross-stitch, embroider,…

Stittsville Creative Writing Group

The Stittsville branch hosts weekly meetings of the Stittsville Creative Writing Group. Do you love to write? Is writing…

Cover to Cover English Book Club

Join us once a month for lively discussions on books in a variety of genres and voices. When you register for a session,…

confinement (2024-2025)

This exhibition explores the artist’s experience under the shadows of the pandemic. During her almost daily walks, Roxan…

HUBBUB 2026

HUBBUB 2026 is a bilingual community showcase celebrating collaborative city-building projects from Ottawa students, fac…

11th House Tarot Readings

Seeking clarity, confirmation, or a cosmic nudge? Settle in for a one-on-one quick tarot with 11th House — direct, intel…

Calm & Creative - Beach Party

Join us for a relaxing afternoon, with a craft and a cup of tea. All supplies will be provided. All skill levels welcome…

Employment Support

Are you looking for work? Unemployed or underemployed? Drop-in to meet one-on-one with an Employment Counsellor from the…

Ottawa PoutineFest – 10th Anniversary

Celebrate the 10th anniversary of Ottawa's ultimate poutine celebration with over 30 vendors serving creative takes on C…

Bilingual Babytime and Stay & Play | Bébé à la biblio et jou…

Stories, rhymes and songs in English and French followed by time to socialize, explore, and play.Drop-in. For ages 0-18…

2025-26 Greenbelt ESL Classes / Classes ALS Greenbelt

In these ESL classes for beginner and intermediate levels, participants will learn and practice vocabulary, grammar, spe…

Book Banter (2025-2026 Season)

Share the enjoyment of good books in a relaxed atmosphere at the Hazeldean Library. Join us for discussions on the first…

Seniors Social/ Socialiser entre aînés

Join us at the Orléans branch Friday afternoons from 1:45pm-3:00pm to make new friends. We have coffee, puzzles, board g…

Fibre Fridays | Vendredis en bouts de laine

Bring your knitting or crochet project (or needlepoint, cross-stitch, etc) and share tips and tricks, ideas and conversa…

1 on 1 with the Western Ottawa Community Resource Centre: As…

Come meet 1 on 1 with Social Prescriber Maddie from the Western Ottawa Community Resource Centre (WOCRC). A social presc…

Spanish Conversation Group / Grupo de Conversación en Españo…

Fun and friendly environment to practice your Spanish skills. Various levels are welcome, meet our volunteer and let us…

Mindful Painting

You are invited to spend two hours painting a pre-drawn template (8 x 10) in a relaxed environment. Sink into your own c…

Lego® Block Party / Ça dé ‘bloc’

Building Boom! Show off your architectural creativity with Lego®!Archiboum! Architectes en herbes, vos Lego®!

Mario Kart: Game On!

Ready, Set, Go!Drop-in at the Carlingwood Branch for Mario Kart: Game On! Play on our brand new Switch 2! Not sure how t…

Rideau Friday English Conversation Group

Do you already have some basic English language skills, and are you looking for a casual, friendly environment where you…

Aroma Circle

A gentle space where you can slow down, explore natural scents, and reconnect with yourself.

Alice By Heart

Set during the London Blitz of World War II, the story follows Alice Spencer, whose teen life is upended when she and he…

Leith Ross

w/ special guest Wyatt C. Louis

Open Mic Night at Orléans Legion

The Little Mermaid - Les Petits Ballets

Dive into the timeless tale of a mermaid who dreams of living on the land above and finds a love that is deeper than any…

Le Consort Laurentien x Lagrime

Maximilien Brisson showcases the expressive Baroque trombone with tenor.

Death Over Drafts

Whether you're looking to connect, reflect, or enjoy some thought-provoking chats, all are welcome.

Friday Night Folk

Doors at 8:30, Show at 9 PM Tickets: CAD $15 in advance, $20 at the door Sairyo

Spring Beauty Mingle

**A beauty event by Shoppers Drug Mart®** Feel great about getting gorgeous! Treat yourself or a friend to a beautiful m…

First Aid and CPR Training

We offer all levels of Red Cross First Aid and CPR training. 12 years old is the minimum age requirement. We look forwar…

Tree Planting with Laura Dudas

Community Tree Planting Event on Saturday, May 2, 2026, at 9:00 am, taking place at 1754 St. Joseph Boulevard (on the fo…

Spring Vendor Market

613flea

Don?t miss the ever-changing marketplace that features eclectic goods, handmade, antiques, vintage clothing, great foods…

Lego® Day!

Create and build with Lego®! Drop-in

Let's Play at the Library

Join us for Saturday morning fun! Stories, activities and toys for parents/ caregivers & young children.

Scribbles & Scrawls: Cumberland Writers Group

This is a group for people who love to write.Participants meet every second Saturday to discuss all things writing, whet…

Stay and Play/ Jouons à la biblio

Drop in for preschool fun! Play with puppets, crafts, building blocks, and more.Un programme portes ouvertes pour les en…

Saturday Family Storytime / Heure du conte du samedi

Stories, rhymes, and songs for preschool children and a parent/caregiver. Contes, comptines, et chansons pour les enfant…

ACE Arte Paint & Celebrate!

We’re turning FOUR and celebrating with you!

Contes en famille / Family Storytime

Contes, comptines et chansons pour les enfants de tous âges et leur parents ou gardien(nes). Inscription non requise. Po…

Cozy Crafting

Come crafting at the library. We have all the supplies you need to satisfy your creativity!For children of all ages. Dro…

Fairy Tale Adventures: Tales, Tea & Craft

Join us for a fairy tale themed storytime followed by a tea party and craft! Children and their guardian will have the o…

Getting Started in Genealogical Research

Genealogy is a combination of detective work and piecing together a huge jigsaw puzzle that will never be truly finished…

Saturday Bilingual Family Storytime | Contes en famille bili…

Join us for stories, rhymes and songs for children of all ages with a parent or caregiver. Drop-in program. Rejoinez-nou…

Saturday Family Storytime and Stay & Play

Family Storytime 10:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Stories, rhymes, and songs for preschool children and a parent/caregiver. Stay…

Saturday Family Storytime / Contes en famille du samedi

Stories, rhymes and songs for children of all ages and a parent or caregiver. Contes, comptines et chansons pour les enf…

Saturday Family Storytime - Spring Session

Stories, rhymes and songs for children of all ages and a parent or caregiver. 30 min. Drop in.

Saturday Family Storytime

Join us for stories, rhymes, and songs for children of all ages.​All children welcome with a parent ​or caregiver. Drop…

Saturday Storytime Stay and Play

Stories, rhymes, and songs for children ages 0-5, accompanied by a parent or caregiver.Join other children and their par…

Saturday Storytime

Stories, rhymes and songs for children of all ages and a parent or caregiver.

Silly Saturday Storytime

Stories, rhymes and songs for children of all ages and a parent or caregiver. Drop-in.

STEM storytime

Join us for hands-on activities and stories to explore science, technology, engineering, and math. All ages, accompanied…

Community Sip & Swap

Presented by Colours of Mama, Support Sistem + OCTEVAW

Mother's Day Craft

Colour a corner bookmark and card for your Mom, Grandma, or special someone in your lifeDrop-In self directed for childr…

Reading Buddies

Do you have children ages 5 to 8? ​Would you like them to read more? ​ Join our weekly Reading Buddies program. ​Each ch…

Satuday Family Storytime | Contes en famille le samedi

Stories, rhymes, and songs for children of all ages and a parent or caregiver. Join us after the stories for a simple cr…

Ottawa Orchid Society 42nd Annual Show and Sale

The Ottawa Orchid Society presents its 42nd annual show featuring stunning orchid displays, a photographic exhibition, v…

Elizabeth Bruyère en toute intimité

Conférencière invitée : Brigitte Murray, Université d'Ottawa.Organisé par la Société historique d'Ottawa.

Groupe de conversation en français | French Conversation Gro…

Pratiquez votre français dans un milieu décontracté et amical.Practice your French conversation skills in a relaxed and…

Chess @ Centrepointe

For children 7-12, interested in learning to play chess and finding out more about the game. Teen volunteers will be on…

Dungeons and Dragons for Adults: Candlekeep Mysteries

Play Dungeons and Dragons at the Ottawa Public Library! Whether you've always wanted to learn, haven't played in years,…

Dungeons and Dragons for Adults: The Wild Beyond the Witchli…

The Witchlight Carnival has returned to the mortal realms. Join a group of adventurers and explore the fantastical fairy…

Dungeons & Dragons

For ages 13-17. Interested in playing D&D? Then join us for a D&D adventure. Dungeons and Dragons is a fantasy role play…

Dying with Dignity

Presented by Dying With Dignity Canada (Ottawa Chapter), End of Life Options (including MAiD) is a workshop to educate p…

Escape Room for Tweens

You only have 1 hour to solve the puzzles. Can you do it? Bring friends or arrive solo. For ages 9-12. Registration requ…

Go Workshop / Atelier de Go

The Ottawa Go Club (https://ottawagoclub.wixsite.com/ogcs) organizes a series of workshops for people who want to improv…

Greenboro Plant Swap

Bring some plants… take some plants!Chat with other avid gardeners and pick up a few books.Amenez vos plantes et reparte…

Sensory Storytime

Join us for a program that features: dimmed lighting sensory toys a smaller number of participants an adapted circle tim…

The Ins and Outs of Electronic Mail

E-mail systems are used by almost everybody but not necessarily well understood by all. Chris Taylor, President of the O…

Lego Block Party

Create and build with Lego®!Drop-in Family Program.

T(w)een Gaming

Bring your friends, hang out, and defeat your enemies. Play Super Smash Bros, Mario Kart 8 & more on our Nintendo Switch…

Teen Book Club

Come hang out, sit on beanbags, enjoy some tea/hot chocolate, and chat about what you are reading or whatever else is on…

Zine Workshop / atelier de fabrication de fanzines

For ages 13-17. Join us for this hands-on workshop where you'll learn how to create your own zine—a small, self-publishe…

Film Screening: Saying Goodbye: Preparing for Death

A powerful event to explore life’s final chapter—find clarity, connection, and peace together.

Relax Circle

A gentle sound, voice & aroma experience - a space to relax, release stress, and reconnect with yourself.

Ottawa Rapid FC vs. Calgary Wild FC

Lowest of the Low

Sat May 2nd, Doors at 7pm, 19+ ID required

SDBC Taproom Concerts Presents – East Coast Experience Trio

Triumph & April Wine: The Rock & Roll Machine Reloaded Tour

Triumph's 50th anniversary reunion tour with special guest April Wine. The legendary Canadian rock band's first tour in…

Triumph

Triumph formed in Toronto, Ontario, in 1975 after a chance meeting led Emmett, Levine and Moore to embark on a marathon…

Karaoke at the Royal Oak Orleans

See you there!!Grab your free Tickets Herehttps://www.eventbrite.ca/…/karaoke-at-the-royal-oak…

Metro Jazz

Doors at 8:30pm. Jazz starts 9pm. Tickets: CAD $15 Sairyo [Whole House Show]

The Wilding

A women+ led music and makers festival. Powered by women, open to all.

White Rabbit: SETOU & SENYO, DAVE STARKS, ELYZE

@whiterabbitottawa #FollowTheWhiteRabbit #OurHouseIsUnderground

CN Cycle for CHEO

Join the CAA North & East Ontario Brand Ambassadors at CN Cycle for CHEO and visit the CAA kiosk for a free prize while…

Family S.T.E.M Day

Come join us for fun and interactive activities that explore Science, Technology, Engineering and Math concepts.Drop in…

Family Storytime & Craft

Stories, rhymes, and songs for children of all ages and a parent or caregiver followed by an arts & crafts activity.Drop…

Stay ‘n’ Play | Jouons à la biblio

Join us in our children's area to play and chat! There will be self-directed activities and toys for parents/caregivers…

Sunday Family Storytime

Stories, rhymes, and songs for families with children of all ages, accompanied by a parent or caregiver.

Hello Spring Makers Market at Broadhead Brewery

OAG Art Tent at Giant Tiger’s 65th Birthday Party

Find the OAG Art Tent at Giant Tiger's Walkey location on May 3rd! The OAG Art Tent is a mobile art studio that travels…

The Legacy Expo - Ottawa

The Legacy Expo brings together Ottawa professionals, businesses, and nonprofits to help the public explore end-of-life…

Stages & Pages: Jade Circle

[Image description: Text per below. A stack of antique books in on the left against a mahogany background, with text in…

Capital Region Writers Group: Write-In

You’re invited to join the CRWG for a “Write-in”: dedicated work time where you can thrive in the camaraderie of working…

Dungeons & Dragons for Adults : Dragon of Icespire Peak

Travel the lands of the Sword Coast in this introductory campaign of D&D 5th edition. Help the people of Faerûn and tack…

Sunday Submissive Support Circle

Join us for the Sunday Submissive Support Circle, a 90-minute in-person gathering dedicated to fostering growth, sharing…

Game Café for Adults

Come play cards, roll the dice or play board games with us!Venez jouer aux cartes, lancer les dés ou jouer des jeux de…

Sunday Greenbelt ESL Intermediate Conversation Group / Group…

PILOT PRORAM / PROGRAMME PILOTENew on Sundays!Learn and practice new English language skills and meet new people in a re…

Exploratory Writing Workshops - Write With Us

Tap into your story and explore your voice in an environment of dignity, courage and respect. No experience required! Ev…

Sunday Afternoon Program for Adults / Programme du dimanche…

Do you love board games or colouring? Join us on Sunday afternoons where we will provide an assortment of games, colouri…

Sunday Dom/me Discussion Group

Welcome to the Wicked Dom/me Discussion Group, a 90-minute in person gathering designed to support and encourage Dom/mes…

Cinco de Mayo Fiesta

Celebrate Mexican heritage and history—it’s a fiesta like no other!

EXPERIMENTAL AMBIENT NIGHT with ARDEA and PARTYGIRL

Doors at 5:30PM, Show at 6PM Tickets: CAD $12 on Sairyo.

Singles Mingle Fest

Ottawa's biggest singles mixer: games, music, comedy & real connections in one fun afternoon!

CATTLE DECAPITATION

w/ special guests Brujeria, No Cure and Knoll

Outdoor Market Season

The Parkdale Public Market's 102nd season kicks off in May! Join us for a vibrant debut of spring produce, stunning farm…

A morning of Fun and Games for Adults (Chess included)! Une…

Do you love playing cards (Euchre)? Chess for adults? Any game goes! We will provide an assortment of games, but you're…

Employment Support

Are you looking for work? Unemployed or underemployed?Drop-in to meet one-on-one with an Employment Counsellor from the…

Memory Café

**Please note that the Monday, January 5th session is cancelled. We apologize for any inconvenience.** An open house for…

Toddlertime

Stories, rhymes and songs for toddlers and a parent or caregiver. 19-35 months. "Stay & Play": join us in our children's…

Monday Storytime and Stay and Play

Join us for a half hour of stories, rhymes and songs for children of all ages and a parent or caregiver. After storytime…

Family Storytime & Stay and Play

30 minutes of stories, rhymes and songs for children of all ages and their parents or caregivers, followed by 30 minutes…

Family Storytime

Stories, rhymes and songs for children of all ages and a parent or caregiver.Meet new friends after storytime at Stay an…

Monday Morning Family Storytime & Stay and Play

Stories, rhymes and songs for children of all ages and their parents or caregivers. Drop-in program.

Toddlertime @ 10:30

Stories, rhymes and songs for toddlers together with their parents or caregivers.Ages 19 to 35 months. Drop-in program.

Toddlertime @ 11:15

Stories, rhymes and songs for toddlers together with their parents or caregivers.Ages 19 to 35 months. Drop-in program.

Coffee and Cards

Join us for coffee, conversation and cards. All are welcome, please drop in.

Groupe de conversation en français | French conversation gro…

Rejoignez notre groupe de conversation pour pratiquer le français dans une atmosphère détendue.Join our French conversat…

Crafternoon

Do you like to knit, crochet or do handwork or sort? Please join like-minded individuals for an enjoyable afternoon of c…

Afternoon English Conversation group/Groupe de conversation…

Join our English conversation group!Receive guidance from our leaders, meet new people and gain confidence in your abili…

An Afternoon of Fun and Games for Adults! Une après-midi de…

Do you love board games? Cards? Chess? Any game goes! We will provide an assortment of games, but you're welcome to brin…

EarlyON Baby Playgroup

Baby playgroups are facilitated by Early Childhood Educators with early learning activities for babies and a chance for…

Pinecrest Employment Support Drop-in

Are you looking for work? Unemployed or underemployed?Drop-in to meet one-on-one with an Employment Counselor from the P…

Toddlertime | Tout-petits à la biblio

Stories, rhymes and songs for toddlers together with their parents or caregivers.Ages 15 to 35 months. Drop-in program.C…

Technology - Question & Answer Sessions

Technology can be challenging, so join our enthusiastic Tech Team, who will give you a good foundation and the confidenc…

[K-Pop Demon Hunters Edition] Korean Knot Bracelet Workshop

Make your own Korean knot bracelet in this free workshop inspired by 'K-Pop Demon Hunters' at the Korean Cultural Centre…

Cercle de Lecture (en français seulement)

Vous avez des enfants âgés de 7 12 ans ? Vous aimeriez qu'ils lisent davantage ?Rejoignez notre programme hebdomadaire…

Dungeons and Dragons for Adults: Waterdeep Dragon Heist

Play Dungeons and Dragons at the library! Whether you've always wanted to learn, haven't played in years, or are an expe…

Mystery Monday

Come join us for some fun and laughter at the library. Each week will be a new self guided activity to explore rotating…

Armchair Travel: Iceland

Enjoy photos and narration of an Icelandic cruise that included magnificent waterfalls, lava fields, geysers and stunnin…

Card-Making

Adults are invited to join us in making their own cards. Make greeting cards for your loved ones for any occasion. Suppl…

Chess Club | Club d'éches

Play and learn about chess. Jouer et apprendre jouer aux échecs. For ages 6 years and upPour les 6 ans et plus.

Groupe de conversation en anglais de Blackburn Hamlet / Blac…

Vous avez déj une base en anglais et vous cherchez un endroit avec une ambiance décontractée et amicale pour pratiquer v…

Bodies In The Sun

Community Writing Workshop

Experience the transformative power of writing in an inclusive space!Write together, share first drafts, listen deeply a…

Lundi bricolage / Monday Maker

Craft & Maker Program for Teens (Ages 12–16)A creative, hands-on program designed for teens who love building, inventing…

Purls of Wisdom Knitting Group

Join us monthly at the Beaverbrook Branch for an evening of crafting. Bring your knitting, crochet, embroidery, felting…

Spanish Conversation Group/ Grupo de Conversación en Español

Join us for a fun and friendly environment to practice your Spanish skills. for a fun and friendly environment to practi…

Starry Night Storytime

Wear your pajamas, bring along your favourite stuffie, and come get cozy with us! Stories, rhymes, and songs for childre…

French Conversation Group

FRENCH CONVERSATION GROUP​Participate in our conversation group to improve your French language conversation skills in a…

Monday Evening Book Club

Share the pleasure of reading and discussing books ranging from the classics to the contemporary, but mostly fiction, in…

Community Writing Workshop

Experience the transformative power of writing in an inclusive space!Write together, share first drafts, listen deeply,…

Contes en famille

Contes, comptines et chansons pour les enfants de tous âges et un parent ou gardien.ne.Joignez-nous après notre Contes e…

Homeschool Hangout

Drop in and meet homeschoolers in your community! Connect, share ideas, and explore educational opportunities with other…

Orléans Writing Group

Get feedback on your writing (any genre)and ideas from the group. Hear the work of other writers and offer your feedback…

Babytime - Spring Session

Stories, rhymes and songs for babies and a parent or caregiver. 0-18 months. 30 min. Drop in.

Bilingual Storytime / Heure du conte bilingue

It's our bilingual storytime!Stories, songs and games for children and their accompanying parent or guardian. Registrati…

Toddlertime (Tuesday Session)

Stories, rhymes, and songs for toddlers 19-36 months and a parent/caregiver. Drop-in.

Babytime | Bébés à la biblio

Stories, rhymes and songs for babies 0 -18 months and a parent or caregiver. Feel free to stay after the program to play…

Babytime followed by a Play and Stay

Stories, rhymes, and songs for babies ages 0-18 months and a parent or caregiver. Stay and chat after Babytime with toys…

Babytime & Stay and Play | Bébés à la biblio & Jouons à la b…

Stories, rhymes and songs for babies and a parent or caregiver, followed by Stay and Play. 0-18 months. ​Contes, comptin…

Babytime & Stay and Play | Bébés à la biblio, suivi de jouon…

30 minutes of stories, rhymes and songs for babies 0-18 months and a parent or caregiver. Feel free to stay after the pr…

Babytime with Stay and Play

Stories, rhymes and songs for babies ages 0-18 months and a parent or caregiver.Stay and chat after Babytime with toys a…

Babytime

Stories, rhymes and songs for babies and a parent or caregiver. 0-18 months.

Bilingual Family Storytime | Contes en famille bilingue

Stories, rhymes, and songs for children of all ages and a parent or caregiver. Drop-in program.Contes, comptines et chan…

Family Storytime and Stay & Play

Family Storytime 10:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Stories, rhymes, and songs for preschool children and a parent/caregiver. Stay…

Family Storytime at Vanier / Contes et chansons en familles…

Stories, rhymes and songs for children of all ages and a parent or caregiver. Drop-in program. Contes, comptines et chan…

Family Storytime

Stories, rhymes and songs for children of all ages and a parent or caregiver.Meet new friends after storytime at Stay an…

STEAM Storytime

Join us for hands-on activities and stories to explore science, technology, engineering, art, and math. For ages 3-4 and…

Toddlertime / Tout-petits à la biblio

Stories, rhymes and songs for toddlers and a parent or caregiver. 19-35 months. 30 min. Drop in.Contes, comptines et cha…

Tuesday Morning Babytime

Stories, rhymes and songs for babies and a parent or caregiver. 0-18 months. Drop-in.

Babytime (Tuesday Session)

Stories, rhymes and songs for babies and a parent or caregiver, then join us for a Stay and Play. Ages 0-18 months. Drop…

2025-26 Greenbelt ESL Conversation Group / Groupe de convers…

Learn and practice new English language skills and meet new people in a relaxed and friendly environment. Everyone welco…

Greely Knit, Crochet, and Fibre Crafting Group

Bring your knitting, crochet, needlepoint, cross-stitch, etc!Share tips and tricks, ideas and conversations with fellow…

Knitting and Crochet Club / Groupe de tricot et crochet

Bring your knitting or crochet project and share advice, ideas and conversations with fellow enthusiasts. For participan…

Mahjong

Every two weeks, starting April 21st, from 1-3PM, the Rockcliffe Park branch will be hosting a American Mahjong group. R…

Parenting in Ottawa Drop-in

Speak, in person, with a Public Health Nurse to get support around infant feeding and parenting. No appointment is neces…

Rockcliffe Park Adult Book Club

The Rockcliffe Park Book Club gathers to enjoy and discuss a wide variety of books selected by book club members. Please…

Crafternoon

Do you like to knit, crochet or do hand work of some sort? Join like minded individuals for an enjoyable afternoon of cr…

Genealogy Drop-In

Want to learn more about your family history or getting stuck working on your family tree? Drop-in to work on your famil…

Video Game Drop-In for Teens

Drop-in to play video games on our PS4 and WiiU. For ages 13-18. Drop-in.

Chess Club D'échecs

Are you interested in practicing your chess skills?Join us for open games of chess every Tuesday from 3:30 to 5 pm. Whet…

Teen Tuesdays / Les mardis ados