May 2026 Events (623 events)
Browse festivals, concerts, cultural events, sports, and more in Ottawa during May 2026.
Bébés à la biblio
Contes, comptines, et chansons pour les bébés (0-18 mois) accompagnés d’un parent ou gardien(ne).Programme portes-ouvert…
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.
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
Spring Beauty Mingle
**A beauty event by Shoppers Drug Mart®** Feel great about getting gorgeous! Treat yourself or a friend to a beautiful m…
Let's Play at the Library
Join us for Saturday morning fun! Stories, activities and toys for parents/ caregivers & young children.
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 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…
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.
Dying with Dignity
Presented by Dying With Dignity Canada (Ottawa Chapter), End of Life Options (including MAiD) is a workshop to educate p…
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…
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.
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…
EXPERIMENTAL AMBIENT NIGHT with ARDEA and PARTYGIRL
Doors at 5:30PM, Show at 6PM Tickets: CAD $12 on Sairyo.
Toddlertime
Stories, rhymes and songs for toddlers and a parent or caregiver. 19-35 months. "Stay & Play": join us in our children's…
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.
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…
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[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…
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…
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…
Starry Night Storytime
Wear your pajamas, bring along your favourite stuffie, and come get cozy with us! Stories, rhymes, and songs for childre…
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…
Babytime - Spring Session
Stories, rhymes and songs for babies and a parent or caregiver. 0-18 months. 30 min. Drop in.
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, 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
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…
Afternoon Storytime
Join us for stories and activities for children ages 3-6 and a parent/caregiver.
Alta Vista Reading Circle - Ages 7-12 - English Only
Join us Tuesday's at a NEW TIME from 5-6 pm for the Alta Vista Reading Circle. We will take turns reading out loud, buil…
Reading Buddies (5:00-5:30pm)
Do you have children ages 5 to 10? Would you like them to read more? Join our weekly Reading Buddies program. Each ch…
Reading Buddies (5:30-6:00pm)
Do you have children ages 5 to 10? Would you like them to read more? Join our weekly Reading Buddies program. Each c…
Collage Creations - Random Prompts
Explore your creative side and piece together something beautiful. All collage-making supplies (scissors, paper, glue) w…
Opening Chapters Read Aloud
Get comfortable! Sit, stand, or lie down and listen to the first few chapters of an exciting middle-grade novel read alo…
Babytime
Stories, rhymes, and songs for babies (ages 0-18 months) and a parent/caregiver.
Quilling - Sweet Treat
Join us for an easy-to-follow craft as we create a colourful dessert out of paper strips.
Family Storytime / Contes en famille
Stories, rhymes and songs for children of all ages and a parent or caregiver, then join us for a Stay and Play. Drop-in.…
Family Storytime
Stories, rhymes, and songs for children of all ages and a parent or caregiver. Drop-in program. Family program.This prog…
Toddlertime - Spring Session
Stories, rhymes and songs for toddlers and a parent or caregiver. 19-35 months. 30 min. Drop in.
Contes en famille
Contes, comptines et chansons pour les enfants de tous âges et un parent ou gardien.
Family Storytime at Alta Vista/ Contes en famille à Alta Vis…
Join us Wednesday for stories, rhymes and songs for children of all ages and with parents or caregivers. Drop-in. For fa…
Family Storytime followed by a Stay and Play
Stories, rhymes, and songs for children of all ages and a parent or caregiver. Stay and Play after Storytime with sel…
Family Storytime & Stay and Play | Contes en famille et Jouo…
Stories, rhymes, and songs families with young children. The first half hour will be an interactive storytime program.…
Storytime
Family Storytime - Stories, rhymes and songs designed for preschoolers and their parent(s) or caregiver(s). Storytime is…
Toddler Time with Stay and Play
Stories, rhymes and songs for toddlers together with their parents or caregivers. Stay and Play following toddlertime. M…
Wednesday Morning Toddlertime & Stay and Play
Stories, rhymes and songs for children of all ages and their parents or caregivers. Drop-in program.
Stay & Play | Jouons à la biblio
Join us to play and chat. There will be self-directed activitiesand toys for parents, caregivers and young children. Dro…
Babytime (Wednesday 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…
Bilingual Babytime / Bébés à la biblio
Stories, rhymes and songs in English and French.Drop-in. For ages 0-18 months with a parent or caregiver.Histoires, comp…
Kanata United Book Fair 2026
Annual community book fair with over 30,000 gently used books. 100% volunteer-run and donation-based, supporting local o…
Bébés à la biblio
Contes, comptines, et chansons pour les bébés accompagnés d’un parent ou gardien/ne. 0-18 mois.Aucune inscription requi…
Teen Zine Workshop | Atelier de zines pour ados
A zine is a small, self-published booklet filled with whatever you want to share with the world.Learn to design, make, a…
OnStage Dance Competition May 2026
Presented by OnStage Production. Lobby & Show times are placeholders and will be updated as the event schedule is finali…
Writer's Forum : Charlotte Gray
Join Charlotte Gray, one of Canada’s best known non-fiction writers, speak on her best seller Passionate Mothers, Powerf…
Mindfulness through Art | La pleine conscience par l’art
Join us for a relaxing one-hour colouring session designed to promote mindfulness and stress relief. Each session featur…
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. Book…
Trash to Treasure: Mother's Day Upcycling Fun
Celebrate Mother's Day sustainably! Join us to upcycle materials into heartfelt handmade gifts. Fun, creative, and plane…
Day of Remembrance and Victory over Nazism in World War II C…
Join us on Friday, May 8th 2026 at 1030 hrs for a Remembrance and Wreath laying ceremony at the National Military Cemete…
Ikebana - Mother's Day Special
Join us for a Mother's Day Special event - Make an Ikebana arrangement that you can take home! Anne Breau, President of…
The Reverb Syndicate presents “Twenty Years of Tuesdays” 20t…
Presented by The Reverb Syndicate
The Joy Of Learning: Children’s Workshop
Spanish-English Storytime / Hora de Cuentos bilingüe en espa…
Stories, rhymes and songs for children of all ages and a parent or caregiver.Drop In30 minutesCuentos, rimas y canciones…
81st Anniversary of Victory in Europe Day (VE Day)
The Amicitia France–Canada Monument Association and its partners warmly invite members of the French and Canadian commun…
Brainy Birds
Come and learn a thing or two about our feathered friends! We will be reading stories, playing games, and making crafts…
Draw Like DaVinci: Georges Seurat
We will be selecting a piece of art each session to learn about before you re-create it! May: A Sunday Afternoon on the…
Creativity by Quilling - Mini Flower Pots
Come join us to practice the art of paper quilling! This month we will be quilling on mini flower pots.
"A beautiful woman ''+"Pure heart"= mother
Join us for a session of making a Mother's Day card. Using beautiful Japanise style paper art of quilling make a card fo…
An Evening with Fran Lebowitz
Fran Lebowitz comes to Southam Hall for an evening of sharp social commentary, humour, and conversation.
Plantopia! A Botanical Block Party
Sunday Family Storytime / Heure du conte du dimanche
Stories, rhymes, and songs for children of all ages and a parent/caregiver. Drop-in program.Des contes, comptines et cha…
Chigiri-e Landscapes - Torn Paper Art
Bring an idea or a simple image you'd like to recreate and try your hand at the Japanese paper collage technique known a…
Crafternoon - Paper Quilling
Join us for a fun afternoon creating beautiful, delicate, raised images from paper strips. You’ll use a few basic tools…
Les lundis des tout-petits: French story time with Luana
Join us on Mondays for story time with Luana. Delight in tales that will sweep you away on journeys through magical worl…
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 a…
DIY Mini Book Keepsake
Calling all book lovers! Celebrate your love of reading with our DIY Mini Book Keepsake program! In this creative, hands…
Bilingual Family Storytime / Contes en famille bilingue
Stories, rhymes and songs for children of all ages and a parent or caregiver. Followed by 30 minutes of "stay and play"…
Youth Creative Writing Group
Come meet fellow writers and flex your creativity in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. Monthly writing prompts will be…
Bad Art on Rocks
Adults are invited to get creative and make rock art. Your creations can be used as paperweights or displayed in your ga…
Arising – The Canadian Irish Dance Company
Experience Irish dance through a bold, modern lens in Arising, a groundbreaking performance by the Canadian Irish Dance…
Homeschool Happenings / Mon école-maison à la biblio
Join us for an afternoon of board games, LEGO, cards & fun for home-schooled children and their families! Soyez des n…
Origami Bouquet
Join us as we make paper flower bouquets! Using a mix of origami and other paper crafting techniques, we will teach you…
Tween Monthly 2026 - May Macrame Keychain
Macramé Keychain Macramé is a versatile type of fiber art created by knotting techniques, and it's making a comeback fro…
NXT Generation Dance Recital 2026
Presented by NXT Generation Dance. Experience the passion and precision of the next era of talent at the NXT Generation…
Hazeldean Art club Series: PATIO LANTERNS
Modge podge a decorative patio lantern using a mason jar, tissue paper, flowers and leaves. Perfect for your outdoor eve…
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…
Ariel Posen - The Bannatyne Tour
Presented by spectrasonic with the support of Ontario Creates, SAW and Collective Arts
Watercolour Painting | Aquarelle
Join us at the Cumberland branch for a watercolour painting session. Learn new techniques and have fun in the presence o…
Calm & Creative - Pink Petals
Join us for a relaxing afternoon, with a craft and a cup of tea. All supplies will be provided. All skill levels welcome…
Once Upon a Feeling: Story Play & Calm-Down Craft
Unwind and get creative at the end of the week! A playful program where kids explore feelings through an interactive sto…
Back to the 80s Party
Drone dash
Test your skills at Drone Dash, a fast-paced drone race where precision and speed are everything. Ready, set, fly: Drone…
D.I.Y. Playdough
We invite you to explore your creativity at the North Gower branch and see what you can create with playdough!
Family STEM Playground
Families are invited to drop-in and explore hands-on STEM play. Build, test, and create through fun challenges at your o…
Saturday bilingual Family Storytime and Stay ‘n’ Play / He…
Stories, rhymes and songs for children of all ages and a parent or caregiver. Followed by 30 minutes of "stay and play"…
Stories Start Here: a free workshop for Beginners
The Ottawa StoryTellers is hosting a free beginner workshop for anyone interested in exploring the art of storytelling.…
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…
The White Lotus Society – COCKTAIL CLASS | May 16
Inspired by the hit series The White Lotus, this interactive cocktail class takes guests on a journey through three icon…
Royal Tusk
Presented by spectrasonic with the support of Ontario Creates, SAW and Collective Arts
Bilingual Family Storytime | Conte en famille bilingue
Stories, rhymes, and songs for children of all ages and a parent or caregiver.Drop-in program. Family program.Contes, co…
Sunday Family Storytime / Heure du conte du dimanche
Stories, rhymes, and songs for preschool children and a parent/caregiver. Contes, comptines et chansons pour les enfants…
Sensory Storytime / Contes sensoriels
Join us once a month for a program that features: dimmed lighting sensory toys a smaller number of participants an adapt…
DIY Mini Book Keepsake
Calling all book lovers! Celebrate your love of reading with our DIY Mini Book Keepsake program! In this creative, hands…
Unveiling of the Inuit Sacred Spiritual Symbol (Qulliq) at t…
Join Us – National Ceremony at Beechwood Cemetery On Tuesday, May 19, 2026, we invite you to join us at Beechwood Cemete…
Craft Night at Carp - Garden Rock Painting
Join us at the Carp Branch for an evening of creativity and fun! This month is rock painting! Paint a fun design, create…
Adult Crafternoon: Mini Grapevine Orbs
Join us for a relaxing afternoon of crafting fun. We will be making mini grapevine orbs. All supplies provided.
Mindful Art of Zentangle - Seed Envelopes (Afternoon Session…
Combine basic drawing strokes into easy-to-learn pattern combinations that inspire creativity, relaxation, and meditatio…
The Secret Chapter Mystery Book Club
Greetings, Detective! Join us each month for discussions on mystery novels! From cold-blooded murders to humourous whodu…
Mindful Art of Zentangle - Seed Envelopes (Evening Session)
Combine basic drawing strokes into easy-to-learn pattern combinations that inspire creativity, relaxation, and meditatio…
Craft Night at Carp - 3D Bookmarks
Join us at the Carp Branch for an evening of creativity and fun! This month is 3D bookmarks! We'll be creating and desig…
Rockcliffe Review of Books with Bob Sauve
Looking for your next great read?As a personal challenge, Bob Sauvé, a Rockcliffe Park regular, is reading “feel good” b…
Adult Craft Night: Pressed Flower Bookmarks
Join us for a fun evening of crafting! We will be making pressed flower bookmarks with real dried flowers. Each piece wi…
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 sto…
Armchair travel: Newfoundland
Photos and narration from multiple car trips around this wonderful province. Sights from north, south, east and west coa…
Adult Crafternoons / Brin d’bricob pour adultes
Come crafting at the library. We have all the supplies you need to satisfy your creativity! Registration required. Vie…
Get The Shot
Presented by spectrasonic with the support of Ontario Creates, SAW and Collective Arts
RCMP Veterans’ Association, Ottawa Division Annual Commemora…
Join us for the 153st Anniversary Ceremony of Founding the NWMP and RCMP. RCMP Veterans’ Association, Ottawa Division an…
Mac Wears A Hat: Storytime & Craft with Gillian Reid
Local illustrator and artist Gillian Reid is back with her newest book! Join us for a family storytime where Gillian wil…
So You Want to Work in a Library?
Have you ever wanted to work in a library? Join us to learn what it takes! We will be joined by representatives from: …
Colour Playtime
Explore colours with art, science, and sensory activities suitable for preschoolers. Drop-in program.Ages 2-4.
Family Crafternoon
Join us for an afternoon of crafting fun! We will be making seasonally themed crafts. All materials will be provided.W…
Crafty Quillers: Pretty Little Plants
Join us for an afternoon of Paper Quilling where we will roll, pinch, fold, and glue paper strips into works of art! We'…
Flower Still Life Art for Kids
Join us for a fun afternoon as you learn about still life, experiment with different art techniques and create your own…
(Pixel) Art Attack: Hello Kitty
Brick by brick... Inspired by Minecraft, Lego & old video games, join us once a month to create pixel art using pre-made…
Planification préalable de soin
La présentation sur la Planification préalable de soin (PPS) offre un aperçu du processus de planification préalable de…
Mindful Doodling for Adults
Explore patterns through detailed colouring and drawing exercises.
Cat Clyde
Presented by spectrasonic with the support of Ontario Creates, SAW and Collective Arts
Suncatchers
Create a beautiful suncatcher to hang in your window. Upcycle mason jar lid rings and create colourful designs. All mate…
Estate Planning
In this session presented by the Chartered Professional Accountants of Canada (CPA), you will learn about the process of…
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 sto…
Les lundis des tout-petits: French story time with Luana
Join us on Mondays for story time with Luana. Delight in tales that will sweep you away on journeys through magical worl…
Powwow Workout with Amanda Fox
Amanda Fox leads a 45-minute powwow-inspired workout blending dance, music, movement, and cultural learning at the NAC.
Launch of new CUAG Centretown mural with artist Mélanie Myer…
Carleton Dominion-Chalmers Centre (enter at 290 Lisgar Street) ## Celebrate a new mural at CUAG Centretown! CUAG and Car…
Adult Crafternoon: Mini Grapevine Orbs
Join us for a relaxing afternoon of crafting fun. We will be making mini grapevine orbs. All supplies provided.
Creation Station | Station de création
Come craft and create at the library! A variety of craft supplies will be available and ideas will be provided, but feel…
Tuba tunes in the pasture
Enjoy music at the museum on May 26 as Justin Hickmott serenades the dairy cows on tuba as they head out to pasture. Enj…
Diamond Painting Workshop
Combine the concepts of mosaic art and paint-by-numbers. Diamond painting uses tiny round rhinestones on adhesive to cre…
Ottawa Public Health Presents
Ottawa Public Health Presents Learn the best ways to stay healthy with OPH at the Ruth E. Dickinson Branch. We will be…
Coffee time at the library
Feel like chatting? Come to the library for some coffee/tea and conversation.Every last Wednesday of the month, from 2 t…
Tangled together Richmond Crochet club
Participate in the community project of making scarves/mittens for the local Food Bank OR bring your crochet project and…
Teen Craft Corner
This event is organized by the teen members of the Nepean Centrepointe branch's Teen Advisory Group.Come hang out at the…
Menstrual Health Day
Join us at the National Arts Centre to mark Menstrual Health Day, a global movement dedicated to breaking taboos, raisin…
Sketchy Thursday: Historical Life Drawing at the Bytown Muse…
Join us at the Bytown Museum on Thursday, May 28th for a special edition of Sketchy Thursdays. Start the evening with an…
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.
Reverse Colouring - Spring
Unlike traditional colouring, this unique activity starts with a page full of watercolor. Trace, doodle, outline, or sim…
Community-Wide Garage Sale Across the Greater Orléans Area
A community-wide garage sale across the Greater Orléans area — follow the map through participating neighbourhoods and p…
Pop-Up: EnviroCentre
EnviroCentre is a non-profit organization based in Ottawa, dedicated to reducing greenhouse gas emissions and making hom…
Pique Dance Studio Presents: Recital 2026
Presented by Pique Dance Studio. Experience the glamour of Pique Dance Studio’s “Going on a Sea Cruise” Dance Recital on…
Lego Party/Fête en blocs
Create and build with Lego®! Drop-in. For ages 6-12. Last Friday of every month. 3:30pm – 5pm. Architectes en herbe,…
Spring House Plant Swap
Learn how to start new house plants from cuttings! We will be planting house plant cuttings in containers. Everyone gets…
The White Lotus Society – COCKTAIL CLASS | May 30
Inspired by the hit series The White Lotus, this interactive cocktail class takes guests on a journey through three icon…
DanceRoots: Dreams in Progress 2026
Presented by DanceRoots. Experience the magic of movement at DanceRoots: Dreams in Progress Dance Showcase on Sunday, Ma…
Walk For Dog Guides – Fundraiser
The Kanata-Hazeldean Lions Club is working with the Stittsville District Lions to host a fund-raiser for the Lions Found…
Royal Oak Trivia
Think you’ve got what it takes to be trivia champ? Join us for Trivia Nights at the pub! Bring your friends, grab a drin…
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.…
Qikiqtait ᕿᑭᖅᑕᐃᑦ
The Qikiqtait exhibition in the Polar Knowledge Canada Northern Voices Gallery celebrates Inuit knowledge and innovation…
Toddler Tuesdays at National Arts Centre
Interactive performing arts program for children aged 18 months - 5 years. Singing, dancing, games, story time and creat…
Sylvia Safdie: TERRA
Sylvia Safdie: TERRA examines the decades-long career of Montreal-based artist Sylvia Safdie through a selection of her…
Life onto Land: The Devonian
Find out how life took its first steps onto land. Discover Tiktaalik, an iconic fossil that helps us understand how fins…
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…
Threshold
Created by Ottawa-based artist Jennifer Macklem with studio assistance from Faezeh Maleki, these three large dragonfly w…
Diatom Rose Window
In this work, Ottawa-based artist Jennifer Macklem draws inspiration from an enlarged image of a diatom – microscopic je…
Women Carvers on the Northwest Coast
Organized by the Audain Art Museum, Women Carvers on the Northwest Coast sheds light on and celebrates women's contribut…
What’s in a Frame? 200+ Years of Community Portraits
Our upcoming temporary exhibition, What’s in a Frame? 200+ Years of Community Portraits, officially launches on May 15th…
Indigenous Drum Circle
Indigenous Drum Circle- Orleans ONEveryone welcome.Bring your drum, rattle, sticks, indoor shoes/slippers and water.Free…
Flightpaths: Initiations
This interactive artwork encourages visitors to handle, move, and stack magnetic shapes – moths, butterflies and childre…
Drag the Archive: Photographs of Queer Gender Performance
A collaborative exhibition showcasing the life and work of drag performer Paul "Peaches Latour" Fournier and queer right…
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…
Tuesday Trivia at Broadhead
Join us each and every Tuesday for trivia with Quizmaster Kev! Free to play, prizes to be won. No reservations required.…
Contact Zones: Gerald McMaster and the Reshaping of Canadian…
An accomplished artist, author, curator and educator, Gerald McMaster has had a profound impact on how contemporary Indi…
Sàgàbigonì
This banner combines detailed images from artist Stephanie Tenasco’s beaded deer hide work Kìwàbandamogoban “he/she had…
SoulRhythms
A bilingual Afro-Caribbean movement and dance class at the NAC led by Cultural Arts Studio facilitator Suzan Richards.
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…
Diego Rivera Meets Henry Moore
Diego Rivera Meets Henry Moore pairs an international loan with a work from the Gallery’s collection to tell new stories…
Intertwined
In a time marked by our increasingly complex relationship to the natural world, Intertwined brings together artists for…
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.…
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…
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…
Wednesday English Conversation Circle
MARCH 11th - CANCELLED TONIGHT DUE TO WEATHERPractice your English conversation skills in a low-pressure, friendly envir…
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…
Morning Babytime
Stories, rhymes and songs for babies and a parent or caregiver. 0-18 months.
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…
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…
English Conversation & Settlement Group
New to Canada? Looking for support with school, work, or your social life?Newcomer Conversation and Support.OMRA Shelter…
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…
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…
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…
Employment Support
Are you looking for work? Unemployed or underemployed? Drop-in to meet one-on-one with an Employment Counsellor from the…
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…
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…
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…
Lego® Day!
Create and build with Lego®! Drop-in
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…
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…
Sensory Storytime
Join us for a program that features: dimmed lighting sensory toys a smaller number of participants an adapted circle tim…
Lego Block Party
Create and build with Lego®!Drop-in Family Program.
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
French Conversation Group
FRENCH CONVERSATION GROUPParticipate in our conversation group to improve your French language conversation skills in a…
Community Writing Workshop
Experience the transformative power of writing in an inclusive space!Write together, share first drafts, listen deeply,…
Homeschool Hangout
Drop in and meet homeschoolers in your community! Connect, share ideas, and explore educational opportunities with other…
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…
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…
Beaded Vamp and Moccasin Workshop: with Colleen Nolan
The Vamp and Moccasin Workshop with Colleen Nolan offers a unique opportunity for individuals to learn the art of crafti…
French Conversation Group - Groupe de conversation en frança…
Practice your French conversation skills in a low- pressure, friendly environment. All levels are welcome.
Groupe de conversation en français, en soirée/ Evening Frenc…
Participez notre groupe de conversation, dans une ambiance amicale et décontractée, afin d'améliorer vos habiletés con…
Groupe de conversation en français / French Conversation Gro…
Participez notre groupe de conversation, dans une ambiance amicale et décontractée, afin d'améliorer vos habiletés con…
Conte en famille et jouons à la biblio
Contes, comptines et chansons pour les enfants de tous âges et un parent ou gardien. Joignez-nous après notre Contes en…
Employment Support Drop In
Are you looking for work? Unemployed or underemployed?Drop-in to meet one-on-one with an Employment Counsellor from the…
Groupe de conversation en français- Mercredi matin
Profitez de notre groupe de conversation afin d'améliorer vos habiletés en français l'oral. Join our free French Conve…
Hazeldean Stitches - Spring Sessions
If you are a knitter or a crocheter come and join Hazeldean Stitches. Share your ideas and projects with other yarn arti…
Camp Crystal
Carleton Dominion Chalmers Centre May 7 - July 3, 2026 ## Like a Summer Camp...but for adults-ish...who are trans...and…
Memory Café
An open house for persons with dementia, their care partners and families. Fun and stimulating mental activities are pla…
Novel Conversations
Share the enjoyment of good books in an informal and relaxed atmosphere. First Thursday of every month. New members welc…
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…
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 recipe…
Beaverbrook Writing Group
If you love to write, come and surround yourself with like-minded creative people who love the power of words! This is n…
Vernon Book Club
Everyone is welcome to join Vernon’s book club!Visit with your friends and neighbours to discuss great books.First Thurs…
French Conversation-Intermediate, Groupe de conversation- ni…
Améliorez votre français parlé et rencontrez des gens dans une ambiance décontractée et conviviale. Niveau intermédiaire…
Helen McNicoll: An Impressionist Journey
Helen McNicoll: An Impressionist Journey invites audiences to rediscover the career of a pioneering Canadian artist, who…
Pizandawatc / The One Who Listens
Pizandawatc / The One Who Listens brings together striking works by Anishinaabe/French artist Caroline Monnet, revealing…
River of Dreams – Impressionism on the St. Lawrence
River of Dreams – Impressionism on the St. Lawrence presents a dazzling collection of works of art by Quebec Impressioni…
Wi’k+palu’k Sam Glodeo’q ta’n wetapeksitaq: Honouring the Be…
Step into the land and waters of Kespukwitk (Southwest Nova Scotia) to experience the Mi’kmaw ways of knowing and being…
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 t…
Canada at War Against Japan, 1941–1945
Marking the 80th anniversary of the end of the Second World War, this exhibition explores different aspects of Canada’s…
Canada’s Unknown Soldier
Discover the history behind one of Canada’s most powerful symbols of remembrance. Marking 25 years since the repatriatio…
Portraits – Stories of Black Canadian Military Service
Recognizing a proud tradition through compelling accounts of service and sacrifice. Black Canadians have had an enduring…
Winners of the National Youth Remembrance Contests 2025
Each year, students across the country submit artwork, poetry, essays and videos to the National Youth Remembrance Conte…
Knitting and Crochet Help Sessions / Sessions d’aide de tric…
Come to our drop-in sessions if you:* wish to know more about a certain technique* need a hand in finishing your project…
Family Storytime
Stories, rhymes, and songs for children of all ages and a parentor caregiver. Drop-in program.Family English program.
Collage Club
Come join us for a fun collage session! Explore your creative side and piece together something beautiful. Collages make…
Creative Writing Program for Teens
Participants (ages 13-17) meet on the second Monday of the month for a series of lectures, activities, and writing exerc…
Granny Squares for Warmth 2025-2026 Session
The Granny Squares for Warmth (GSFW) group was created in November 2020 as a Barrhaven-based group with a mission to cre…
Silent Book Club for Teens
No assigned reading, no 'homework' - just bring your own book (of your choice - Novel, graphic novel/manga, non-fiction,…
Dickinson Reads Book Club
Join Dickinson Reads Book Club monthly on Wednesday mornings at the Ruth E. Dickinson Branch! We meet to enjoy lively go…
North Gower Nifty Knitters
Join us for an informal gathering of knitting enthusiasts - from beginners to experts. Share your ideas and projects in…
Centennial Book Chat
Share the enjoyment of good books in an informal and relaxed atmosphere. Second Wednesday of every month. New members we…
Colouring For the Mind – Adult Colouring Club / Art-thérapie…
Colouring can have a calming effect on the mind and promote wellness! Join us for a fun and relaxing adult colouring ses…
Colouring Corner / Coin de coloriage
De-stress with some intricate colouring pages.Colouring books include Star Wars, Minecraft, Pokemon, and more!Déstressez…
Club de lecture
Participez des rencontres sociales pour discuter d’une grande variété de livres sélectionnés par les membres du club de…
Napoleon – The Immersive Saga
Dive into the world of Napoleon. Get swept away into an era that changed the world. Discover the Napoleonic era with Nap…
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 Thurs…
Pyjama Evening Storytime
Wear your coziest pyjamas for an evening storytime. All ages welcome. Drop-in program.
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 B…
Wild Colour
Through nearly 200 specimens, audio stories, and immersive colour zones, Wild Colour reveals how living things use colou…
The Sunnyside Mystery Book Club
Do you enjoy reading mysteries? Share the enjoyment of good mysteries in a relaxed atmosphere. Join us for discussion us…
Lego Block Party / Lego en fête
Let’s build together with LEGO! Parents must accompany the children in the program. Drop in program. Construisons ensem…
Sunday Family Storytime
Join us for stories, rhymes, and songs for children of all ages. All children welcome with a parent or caregiver. Drop…
Toddler Stay and Play
Drop in to our program room where you will find an assortment of toys and free play opportunities. Meet and connect with…
Babytime Stay and Play
Join other parents and their babies 0-18 mths for some social and baby play time. A variety of age appropriate toys will…
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 d…
Jouons à la biblio
Nous fournissons les jouets pour un temps de jouer et socialiser, Programme pour les enfants de tous âges et un parent o…
Infusions Littéraires (janvier à juin 2026)
Partagez avec nous le plaisir des livres dans une ambiance détendue, le 3e mercredi du chaque mois.mercredi le 21 janvie…
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, Jan…
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…
Teen Book Club
Calling all bookworms! Come meet new friends and expand your literary horizons at the Sunnyside Teen Book Club. We meet…
Science for tots
Discover Science for tots: hands-on sessions for babies and toddlers with sensory play, music, and stories. Explore scie…
Planner and Journal Meet-up
If you love journalling, bullet journalling, art journalling, or doodling in planners, come meet like-minded folks at th…
What's Cooking? Cookbook Club
Do you love browsing through cookbooks and trying new recipes? Then come and meet with other food enthusiasts and put a…
CUAG Centretown / Mélanie Myers: Humidité Relative Humidity
May 25, 2026 - April 30, 2027 ## too much humidity is destructive ... yet too little humidity leads to cracked woodwork,…
Indie Author Group
Are you a writer or author looking to learn more about the indie publishing process? Join author N.G. Avant for this mon…
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 monthApr…
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…
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…
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"…
Cercle littéraire
Partagez avec nous le plaisir des livres dans une ambiance détendue. Un lundi soir par mois. Bienvenue aux nouveaux venu…
Memory Café
**Please note that the Wednesday, March 25th session is cancelled. We apologize for any inconvenience.** An open house f…
Watercolour Connect / Aquarelle
Join us at the Blackburn Hamlet branch for a watercolour painting session. Bring your own project or start something new…
Close to Conflict – Canada and the American Civil War
Explore the ways that the American Civil War (1861-1865) shaped Canadian society, politics and military - and why its le…