https://613today.ca/events Your complete guide to 613 events in Ottawa! Find festivals, concerts, parties, sports events, cultural celebrations, food markets, outdoor activities and community gatherings in Ottawa-Gatineau (613 area code). Free and paid events updated daily. en-us 613today.ca@gmail.com (613today) 613today.ca@gmail.com (613today) Thu, 31 Dec 2026 10:00:00 GMT https://613today.ca/events/2026-12-31-young-adult-reading-challenge-2026-defi-de-lecture-pour-ados https://613today.ca/events/2026-12-31-young-adult-reading-challenge-2026-defi-de-lecture-pour-ados For ages 13-18. This year, we challenge you to read 1 book a month. Pick up your Young Adult Reading Challenge 2026 sheet at the Ruth E. Dickinson branch. Read a book that fits the theme, write dow... Thu, 31 Dec 2026 10:00:00 GMT 613today.ca@gmail.com (613today) book clubsteenfreelibrary https://613today.ca/events/2026-10-19-osgoode-book-club https://613today.ca/events/2026-10-19-osgoode-book-club Join us as we discuss: "The woman in cabin 10" by Ruth Ware. All are welcome, please drop in. Copies of the title are available at the Osgoode Branch Service Hub. Mon, 19 Oct 2026 13:30:00 GMT 613today.ca@gmail.com (613today) book clubsadultfreelibrary https://613today.ca/events/2026-09-14-osgoode-book-club https://613today.ca/events/2026-09-14-osgoode-book-club Join us as we discuss:" A Sister’s Tale" by Beth Powning ​. All are welcome, please drop in. Copies of the title are available at the Osgoode Branch Service Hub. Mon, 14 Sep 2026 13:30:00 GMT 613today.ca@gmail.com (613today) book clubsadultfreelibrary https://613today.ca/events/2026-08-10-osgoode-book-club https://613today.ca/events/2026-08-10-osgoode-book-club Join us as we discuss: "What have you done?" By Shari Lapena. All are welcome, please drop in. Copies of the title are available at the Osgoode Branch Service Hub. Mon, 10 Aug 2026 13:30:00 GMT 613today.ca@gmail.com (613today) book clubsadultfreelibrary https://613today.ca/events/2026-07-13-osgoode-book-club https://613today.ca/events/2026-07-13-osgoode-book-club Join us as we discuss:"The Phoenix Crown" by Kate Quinn . All are welcome, please drop in. Copies of the title are available at the Osgoode Branch Service Hub. Mon, 13 Jul 2026 13:30:00 GMT 613today.ca@gmail.com (613today) book clubsadultfreelibrary https://613today.ca/events/2026-06-11-cumberland-lit-2026 https://613today.ca/events/2026-06-11-cumberland-lit-2026 Nous vous invitons à vous extasier sur vos livres francophones préférés, pour en partager votre amour avec d'autres lecteurs/lectrices passionné.e.s ! Qu'il s'agissent de coups de cœur de votre jeu... Thu, 11 Jun 2026 14:00:00 GMT 613today.ca@gmail.com (613today) book clubsadultfreelibrary https://613today.ca/events/2026-06-08-osgoode-book-club https://613today.ca/events/2026-06-08-osgoode-book-club Join us as we discuss: "The Blue Hour" by Paula Hawkins . All are welcome, please drop in. Copies of the title are available at the Osgoode Branch Service Hub. Mon, 08 Jun 2026 13:30:00 GMT 613today.ca@gmail.com (613today) book clubsadultfreelibrary https://613today.ca/events/2026-06-02-richmond-mystery-bookclub https://613today.ca/events/2026-06-02-richmond-mystery-bookclub If you are a mystery lover then join us each month for discussions on mystery novels! From cold-blooded murders to humorous whodunnits, come meet fellow mystery enthusiasts as we chat about the pre... Tue, 02 Jun 2026 15:00:00 GMT 613today.ca@gmail.com (613today) book clubsfamilyadultfreelibrary https://613today.ca/events/2026-05-29-the-sunnyside-adult-book-club https://613today.ca/events/2026-05-29-the-sunnyside-adult-book-club Join in stimulating discussions on selected titles in a friendly and relaxed atmosphere on the last Friday of the month. Fri, 29 May 2026 14:00:00 GMT 613today.ca@gmail.com (613today) book clubsadultfreelibrary https://613today.ca/events/2026-05-28-happily-ever-after-book-club https://613today.ca/events/2026-05-28-happily-ever-after-book-club If you are a love story lover, join us each month for discussions on romance novels in a relaxed atmosphere! From enemies-to-lovers to second chance romance to secret billionaires (maybe with some ... Thu, 28 May 2026 18:30:00 GMT 613today.ca@gmail.com (613today) book clubsadultfreelibrary https://613today.ca/events/2026-05-26-club-de-lecture-francophone-de-la-centrale https://613today.ca/events/2026-05-26-club-de-lecture-francophone-de-la-centrale Joignez-vous nous pour des discussions conviviales propos de livres en français.Présentez-vous au bureau de consultation du 1er étage afin de récupérer votre copie du prochain livre. La période... Tue, 26 May 2026 18:30:00 GMT 613today.ca@gmail.com (613today) book clubsadultfreelibrary https://613today.ca/events/2026-05-26-greely-book-club https://613today.ca/events/2026-05-26-greely-book-club Last Tuesday of the Month in January 6:30-7:30pm.Join us for a special poetry month session. Pick any poem to read to the group and discuss over tea and treats!Poetry books available for pick-up at... Tue, 26 May 2026 18:30:00 GMT 613today.ca@gmail.com (613today) book clubsadultfreelibrary https://613today.ca/events/2026-05-25-cercle-de-lecture-de-vanier https://613today.ca/events/2026-05-25-cercle-de-lecture-de-vanier La succursale Vanier invite les francophones et les francophiles de toutes générations se joindre un cercle de lecture. On y mettra l'accent sur les ouvrages écrits en français se rapportant ... Mon, 25 May 2026 19:00:00 GMT 613today.ca@gmail.com (613today) book clubsadultfreelibrary https://613today.ca/events/2026-05-25-cercle-litteraire https://613today.ca/events/2026-05-25-cercle-litteraire Partagez avec nous le plaisir des livres dans une ambiance détendue. Un lundi soir par mois. Bienvenue aux nouveaux venus. (15 septembre - votre choix) Mon, 25 May 2026 19:00:00 GMT 613today.ca@gmail.com (613today) book clubsadultfreelibrary https://613today.ca/events/2026-05-25-cook-and-tell-book-club https://613today.ca/events/2026-05-25-cook-and-tell-book-club Meet with fellow food enthusiasts and put a cookbook to the test. ​Selection: ​February 23, 2026 - " Good for your gut" by Desiree Nielson ​March 30, 2026- "The "I don't want to cook" book" by Alys... Mon, 25 May 2026 18:30:00 GMT 613today.ca@gmail.com (613today) book clubsadultfreelibraryfood https://613today.ca/events/2026-05-25-stittsville-branch-afternoon-book-club https://613today.ca/events/2026-05-25-stittsville-branch-afternoon-book-club The Stittsville Branch Afternoon Book Club meet on the third Monday of most months and read a variety of fiction and non-fiction books. Registration is required. Mon, 25 May 2026 14:30:00 GMT 613today.ca@gmail.com (613today) book clubsadultfreelibrary https://613today.ca/events/2026-05-25-chapter-chat-book-club https://613today.ca/events/2026-05-25-chapter-chat-book-club Expand your reading horizons by joining us each month to chat about a book from a new genre.Last Monday of each monthApril 27: FolkloreThe Witch's Orchard by Archer SullivanMay 25: ClassicsThe Call... Mon, 25 May 2026 14:00:00 GMT 613today.ca@gmail.com (613today) book clubsadultfreelibrary https://613today.ca/events/2026-05-25-elmvale-acres-book-club https://613today.ca/events/2026-05-25-elmvale-acres-book-club Meet up with fellow book enthusiasts for a discussion of the month's chosen book.February 23rd: Finding Edward by Sheila MurrayMarch 23rd: The Stationery Shop by Marjan KamaliApril 20th: The Missin... Mon, 25 May 2026 14:00:00 GMT 613today.ca@gmail.com (613today) book clubsadultfreelibrary https://613today.ca/events/2026-05-25-building-a-story-steam-book-club https://613today.ca/events/2026-05-25-building-a-story-steam-book-club Join us each month for a storytime followed by a building challenge before finishing with a show and tell. Using our story for inspiration, children will be asked to create a 3D version of a person... Mon, 25 May 2026 10:00:00 GMT 613today.ca@gmail.com (613today) book clubsfamilyfreelibrary https://613today.ca/events/2026-05-25-whats-cooking-cookbook-club https://613today.ca/events/2026-05-25-whats-cooking-cookbook-club Do you love browsing through cookbooks and trying new recipes? Then come and meet with other food enthusiasts and put a cookbook to the test! Each month will be a different cookbook! We will then m... Mon, 25 May 2026 10:00:00 GMT 613today.ca@gmail.com (613today) book clubsadultfreelibraryfood https://613today.ca/events/2026-05-22-teen-book-club https://613today.ca/events/2026-05-22-teen-book-club Calling all bookworms! Come meet new friends and expand your literary horizons at the Sunnyside Teen Book Club. We meet once a month on Friday afternoons. Ages 13-16. Registration required. Fri, 22 May 2026 16:00:00 GMT 613today.ca@gmail.com (613today) book clubsteenfreelibrary https://613today.ca/events/2026-05-21-science-fiction-fantasy-book-club https://613today.ca/events/2026-05-21-science-fiction-fantasy-book-club Join us to discuss books from the science fiction and fantasy genres each month. All are welcome! Every 3rd Thursday of the month from 7:00pm to 8:30pm.Here's what we're reading Winter/Spring 2026:... Thu, 21 May 2026 19:00:00 GMT 613today.ca@gmail.com (613today) book clubsadultfreelibrary https://613today.ca/events/2026-05-21-building-a-story-steam-book-club https://613today.ca/events/2026-05-21-building-a-story-steam-book-club Join us each month for a storytime followed by a building challenge before finishing with a show and tell. Using our story for inspiration, children will be asked to create a 3D version of a person... Thu, 21 May 2026 18:30:00 GMT 613today.ca@gmail.com (613today) book clubsfamilyfreelibrary https://613today.ca/events/2026-05-21-sleuth-hounds-january-to-june-2026 https://613today.ca/events/2026-05-21-sleuth-hounds-january-to-june-2026 Share the enjoyment of good mysteries in a relaxed atmosphere. Join us for our discussion on the following:Thursday, January 15th - CANCELLED DUE TO WEATHERThursday, February 19th - A Capital Myste... Thu, 21 May 2026 18:30:00 GMT 613today.ca@gmail.com (613today) book clubsadultfreelibrary https://613today.ca/events/2026-05-20-infusions-litteraires-janvier-a-juin-2026 https://613today.ca/events/2026-05-20-infusions-litteraires-janvier-a-juin-2026 Partagez avec nous le plaisir des livres dans une ambiance détendue, le 3e mercredi du chaque mois.mercredi le 21 janvier - J’emporterai le feu de Leila Slimanimercredi le 18 février - Le Livre des... Wed, 20 May 2026 14:00:00 GMT 613today.ca@gmail.com (613today) book clubsadultfreelibrary https://613today.ca/events/2026-05-19-club-de-lecture-silencieux-pour-ados https://613today.ca/events/2026-05-19-club-de-lecture-silencieux-pour-ados Pas de livre assigné, pas de devoirs – apportez tout simplement le livre de votre choix (un roman, un BD, un manga, un documentaire…comme vous voulez!) et lisez en silence avec d’autres ados, voyez... Tue, 19 May 2026 16:00:00 GMT 613today.ca@gmail.com (613today) book clubsteenfreelibrary https://613today.ca/events/2026-05-19-the-secret-chapter-mystery-book-club https://613today.ca/events/2026-05-19-the-secret-chapter-mystery-book-club Greetings, Detective! Join us each month for discussions on mystery novels! From cold-blooded murders to humourous whodunnits, come meet fellow mystery enthusiasts as we chat about the pre-selected... Tue, 19 May 2026 14:30:00 GMT 613today.ca@gmail.com (613today) book clubsadultfreelibrary https://613today.ca/events/2026-05-19-north-gloucester-book-club https://613today.ca/events/2026-05-19-north-gloucester-book-club Meet up with other book lovers in the neighborhood and chat about the monthly pick. See the book list below for links to different formats available for each title.January 20 - The Violin Conspirac... Tue, 19 May 2026 11:00:00 GMT 613today.ca@gmail.com (613today) book clubsadultfreelibrarycommunity https://613today.ca/events/2026-05-16-middle-grade-book-club-manga-edition https://613today.ca/events/2026-05-16-middle-grade-book-club-manga-edition Manga mania! Join us to celebrate all things Manga in our new monthly book club for middle graders! We'll read a chapter or two of a title together before having fun with some manga themed activiti... Sat, 16 May 2026 14:00:00 GMT 613today.ca@gmail.com (613today) book clubsfamilyfreelibrary https://613today.ca/events/2026-05-15-the-sunnyside-mystery-book-club https://613today.ca/events/2026-05-15-the-sunnyside-mystery-book-club Do you enjoy reading mysteries? Share the enjoyment of good mysteries in a relaxed atmosphere. Join us for discussion usually every third Friday of the month. Fri, 15 May 2026 14:00:00 GMT 613today.ca@gmail.com (613today) book clubsadultfreelibrary https://613today.ca/events/2026-05-14-black-and-diasporic-book-club https://613today.ca/events/2026-05-14-black-and-diasporic-book-club All are welcome to join us in this new book club dedicated to exploring a diversity of literature written by and about Black and diasporic people. Limited copies of the book will be available to ch... Thu, 14 May 2026 18:30:00 GMT 613today.ca@gmail.com (613today) book clubsadultfreelibrary https://613today.ca/events/2026-05-14-mysterious-book-society-a-middle-grade-book-club https://613today.ca/events/2026-05-14-mysterious-book-society-a-middle-grade-book-club Come share the enjoyment of reading books with other kids ages 9-12! Each meeting we will have a book battle to choose the book we will be reading that month. Registration required (up to 8 partici... Thu, 14 May 2026 18:30:00 GMT 613today.ca@gmail.com (613today) book clubsfamilyfreelibrary https://613today.ca/events/2026-05-14-club-de-lecture-le-nouveau-chapitre https://613today.ca/events/2026-05-14-club-de-lecture-le-nouveau-chapitre Joignez-vous à nous pour des discussions conviviales au sujet des livres francophones. Quand vous vous inscrivez, vous n'avez même pas besoin de réserver le livre ! Une copie physique du livre vous... Thu, 14 May 2026 14:00:00 GMT 613today.ca@gmail.com (613today) book clubsadultfreelibrary https://613today.ca/events/2026-05-14-nepean-centrepointe-book-club https://613today.ca/events/2026-05-14-nepean-centrepointe-book-club 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 from 1.30pm to 3.00pm.Here's what we're reading in 2026:Janu... Thu, 14 May 2026 13:30:00 GMT 613today.ca@gmail.com (613today) book clubsadultfreelibraryindoor https://613today.ca/events/2026-05-13-club-de-lecture https://613today.ca/events/2026-05-13-club-de-lecture Participez des rencontres sociales pour discuter d’une grande variété de livres sélectionnés par les membres du club de lecture. Cette activité est ouverte tous. Les personnes inscrites ont la ... Wed, 13 May 2026 18:30:00 GMT 613today.ca@gmail.com (613today) book clubsadultfreelibrary https://613today.ca/events/2026-05-13-centennial-book-chat https://613today.ca/events/2026-05-13-centennial-book-chat Share the enjoyment of good books in an informal and relaxed atmosphere. Second Wednesday of every month. New members welcome.Here's what we're reading in the 2025/2026 season:September 10, 2025: P... Wed, 13 May 2026 13:30:00 GMT 613today.ca@gmail.com (613today) book clubsadultfreelibrarymusic https://613today.ca/events/2026-05-13-dickinson-reads-book-club https://613today.ca/events/2026-05-13-dickinson-reads-book-club Join Dickinson Reads Book Club monthly on Wednesday mornings at the Ruth E. Dickinson Branch! We meet to enjoy lively good-natured discussions of a wide variety of books selected by our members. Al... Wed, 13 May 2026 10:00:00 GMT 613today.ca@gmail.com (613today) book clubsadultfreelibrary https://613today.ca/events/2026-05-12-silent-book-club-for-teens https://613today.ca/events/2026-05-12-silent-book-club-for-teens No assigned reading, no 'homework' - just bring your own book (of your choice - Novel, graphic novel/manga, non-fiction, whatever!) to read silently alongside other teens, browse book recommendatio... Tue, 12 May 2026 16:00:00 GMT 613today.ca@gmail.com (613today) book clubsteenfreelibrary https://613today.ca/events/2026-05-11-blackburn-hamlet-book-chat https://613today.ca/events/2026-05-11-blackburn-hamlet-book-chat Members of the Blackburn Hamlet Book Club meet to enjoy and discuss a wide variety of books selected by book club members. All welcome!January 19, 2026 Mist Walker by Barbara Fradkin February 23, 2... Mon, 11 May 2026 14:00:00 GMT 613today.ca@gmail.com (613today) book clubsadultfreelibrary https://613today.ca/events/2026-05-11-osgoode-book-club https://613today.ca/events/2026-05-11-osgoode-book-club Join us as we discuss: "A world of curiosities" by Louise Penny . All are welcome, please drop in. Copies of the title are available at the Osgoode Branch Service Hub. Mon, 11 May 2026 13:30:00 GMT 613today.ca@gmail.com (613today) book clubsadultfreelibrary https://613today.ca/events/2026-05-08-the-sunnyside-2nd-friday-book-club https://613today.ca/events/2026-05-08-the-sunnyside-2nd-friday-book-club 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. Fri, 08 May 2026 14:00:00 GMT 613today.ca@gmail.com (613today) book clubsadultfreelibrary https://613today.ca/events/2026-05-07-baking-cookbook-book-club https://613today.ca/events/2026-05-07-baking-cookbook-book-club 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 the successes and failures of your bakes. We will bake from ... Thu, 07 May 2026 18:30:00 GMT 613today.ca@gmail.com (613today) book clubsadultfreelibrary https://613today.ca/events/2026-05-07-main-english-book-club https://613today.ca/events/2026-05-07-main-english-book-club Join us at the Main Branch for a monthly book club session! Sessions take place mid-month at 6:30 p.m in room B125. Books are available to borrow from the first-floor service desk at the Main Branc... Thu, 07 May 2026 18:30:00 GMT 613today.ca@gmail.com (613today) book clubsadultfreelibrary https://613today.ca/events/2026-05-07-vernon-book-club https://613today.ca/events/2026-05-07-vernon-book-club Everyone is welcome to join Vernon’s book club!Visit with your friends and neighbours to discuss great books.First Thursday of the month6:30pm-7:30pmJanuary 8 - Small Things Like These by Claire Ke... Thu, 07 May 2026 18:30:00 GMT 613today.ca@gmail.com (613today) book clubsadultfreelibrary https://613today.ca/events/2026-05-07-carp-book-club https://613today.ca/events/2026-05-07-carp-book-club 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 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.May 7 - “The Dressmakers of London”... Thu, 07 May 2026 14:30:00 GMT 613today.ca@gmail.com (613today) book clubsadultfreelibrary https://613today.ca/events/2026-05-07-book-banter-january-to-june-2026 https://613today.ca/events/2026-05-07-book-banter-january-to-june-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 p.m.January 8th (NOTE THE DATE CHANGE) Miss Morgan’s Book Brigade... Thu, 07 May 2026 14:00:00 GMT 613today.ca@gmail.com (613today) book clubsadultfreelibraryoutdoor https://613today.ca/events/2026-05-07-novel-conversations https://613today.ca/events/2026-05-07-novel-conversations Share the enjoyment of good books in an informal and relaxed atmosphere. First Thursday of every month. New members welcome. Thu, 07 May 2026 13:30:00 GMT 613today.ca@gmail.com (613today) book clubsadultfreelibrary https://613today.ca/events/2026-05-05-rockcliffe-park-adult-book-club https://613today.ca/events/2026-05-05-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 join in to share the enjoyment of good books in a relaxed atmosphere in pers... Tue, 05 May 2026 13:30:00 GMT 613today.ca@gmail.com (613today) book clubsadultfreelibraryoutdoor https://613today.ca/events/2026-05-02-teen-book-club https://613today.ca/events/2026-05-02-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 your mind!The monthly Teen Book Club is organized by volunteer members of th... Sat, 02 May 2026 15:00:00 GMT 613today.ca@gmail.com (613today) book clubsteenfreelibraryindoorcommunity https://613today.ca/events/2026-05-01-book-banter-2025-2026-season https://613today.ca/events/2026-05-01-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 Friday of every month.SEPTEMBER 5: Meet & Greet – talk about our summer read... Fri, 01 May 2026 13:30:00 GMT 613today.ca@gmail.com (613today) book clubsadultfreelibrary https://613today.ca/events/2026-04-30-cover-to-cover-english-book-club https://613today.ca/events/2026-04-30-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, there is no need to place a hold on the book! A physical copy of the book wi... Thu, 30 Apr 2026 19:00:00 GMT 613today.ca@gmail.com (613today) book clubsadultfreelibrary https://613today.ca/events/2026-04-30-the-nightstand-collective-book-club https://613today.ca/events/2026-04-30-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 been silently judging you for not picking them up? Are you looking for a pla... Thu, 30 Apr 2026 18:00:00 GMT 613today.ca@gmail.com (613today) book clubsteenadultfreelibraryfamily https://613today.ca/events/2026-04-30-metcalfe-book-club https://613today.ca/events/2026-04-30-metcalfe-book-club Meet your neighbours and discuss great books in a relaxed atmosphere. All are welcome!Drop-in every last Thursday of the month at 2:00pm. April’s book pick is 'The Women' by Kristin Hannah. Books a... Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:00:00 GMT 613today.ca@gmail.com (613today) book clubsadultfreelibrary https://613today.ca/events/2026-04-30-st-laurent-english-book-club https://613today.ca/events/2026-04-30-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.This group meets the last Thursday of the month from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Septemb... Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:00:00 GMT 613today.ca@gmail.com (613today) book clubsadultfreelibrary