SpinnerWhat to do this week?
Spin to find a concert, festival, or family event happening in Ottawa.
Discover festivals, concerts, sports, food markets, and community events happening this week.

Due to popular demand, TotoToo is bringing back our sold-out hit production of Richard O’Briens The Rocky Horror Show! G…

Join us for a fun-filled STEAM activity! Drop-in activity. For ages 7+. Join us for an exciting, hands-on workshop desig…
Inspired by Jean Menzies’ hit books, we’re diving into the legendary realms of the dead. Skip the basic ghost stories an…

Join us at the Carp Branch for an evening of creativity and fun! This month is book trees! We will be bringing new life…

Join us for a relaxing afternoon of crafting fun! We will be making a perfect Fall craft - a mini yarn pumpkin using poo…

Combine basic drawing strokes into easy-to-learn pattern combinations that inspire creativity, relaxation, and meditatio…

Drop-in and join us for a cozy movie screening of Hoppers!All ages welcome. Bring your family, bring your friends! Fresh…

Combine basic drawing strokes into easy-to-learn pattern combinations that inspire creativity, relaxation, and meditatio…

Join us for a free screening of Slash/Back as part of our "Indigenous Chills and Thrills" movie theme for October. The f…

Join us at the Carp Branch for an evening of creativity and fun! This month is ghost landscape paintings! Add a ghoulish…

Presented by Shaggypup Productions. ## SHOW ADDED – Monday Oct. 19th @ 7:00pm ## Click Here to Buy Tickets Smash Hit Ret…

This production is part of the GCTC 26/27 Season. [Image description: Text per below. On a brown textured background, a…

Next fall, award-winning Canadian singer/songwriter, Loreena McKennitt, will be commemorating the 30th anniversary of he…

El español sigue al texto en inglés Born in San Juan Comalapa (1993), Sara Curruchich is a Maya Kaqchikel singer, songwr…

It’s basically a mother-and-baby fair, where local businesses showcase how they meet the needs of both current and futur…

Join us in October for a showing of the Quiet Place Trilogy!Monday, October 19: A Quiet Place: Day One6:00p.m. - 7:39p.m…

Learn how to use a sewing machine and get into the spirit of spooky season while making a Mothman plushie. No previous s…

Have you been thinking about moving to a retirement home? How does that differ from long term care? Need to find short t…

Presented by Outback Presents. NEW SHOW ADDED on October 21st! (November 5th show info here / October 22nd show info her…

For more than fifteen years, six musicians have shared the same fervour: that of Supertramp. Their career, punctuated by…

Hailing from Águeda, Portugal, Danças Ocultas is an accordion quartet with a unique sound, crafted over the past 35 year…


A long time ago, in a media landscape far, far away, Steve Love’s uncanny knack for celebrity impressions landed him an…

A long time ago, in a media landscape far, far away, Steve Love’s uncanny knack for celebrity impressions landed him an…

BGC: Our First Impression Workshop is a dynamic, interactive session designed to help you align your verbal and non-verb…

Meet new people and learn origami! Beginners welcome. Adults only. No exceptions. Registration required. Venez se joindr…

Adults are invited to get into the Halloween spirit and create an imperfect spooky piece of art. Make yours the scariest…

You will learn how to situate the most important moments of your story structure. Key points can include the inciting in…

Please join us for an open and light-hearted discussion about being prepared for life’s unexpected turns. Learn how plan…

Simon Cowell said: “I’ve never seen anything like it!“ The wonderist himself has traveled the world sharing his style of…

We invite you to join us virtually this fall to hear from experts about a variety of relevant Cold War themes and events…


Due to the flood damage sustained at Meridian Theatres @ Centrepointe during the severe storm on July 1, this show has b…


Known for crafting music that is both intimate and otherworldly, acclaimed Canadian songwriter Dana Sipos’ talent for ea…

Feel the power of the Force in John Williams’s legendary music from the Star Wars saga! Since the release of the first S…

Featuring tasty grooves, introspective lyrics, and lots and lots of 7 chords, “Touch Grass" is not just a sardonic phras…

Ottawa Chapter – Day of Tribute Friday, October 23, 2025 | 7:30 AM – 11:00 AM Tank at Beechwood Cemetery | 280 Beechwood…

হৃদয়ে বাংলার সুর-An evening of music, dance, flute, and comedy featuring talented Bangladeshi-Canadian performers. Orga…

Experience a sublime musical journey as three legendary masters of Indian Classical Music come together on one stage for…

Ottawa Pops Orchestra opens its season with cartoon music, pyjamas and cereal at Carleton Dominion-Chalmers Centre, Octo…

Hurts Like Hell, Toronto songwriter Charlotte Cornfield’s March 27, 2026, Merge Records debut, is the most open-hearted,…

Originally from Québec City, Gabriella Olivo was born to a Mexican mother and a Québécois father. She revisits her Mexic…

Presented by Live Nation. Rating: This show contains adult content and is suggested for audiences 14+ Get ready for a hu…

with special guest Braden Foulkes All Ages/Licensed 19+ - bar service with photo ID Presented with the support of Ontari…

The Ottawa Pet Expo family and exhibitors are excited to welcome you to the 2026 Ottawa Pet Expo – Ottawa’s Largest Pet…

Where fresh finds, friendly faces, and local vibes come together. From crisp veggies to homemade goodies, our market is…

Come and chat with local Ottawa organizations to see what volunteer opportunities they have available. Volunteering is a…

Join us for an afternoon of crafting fun! All materials will be provided.Welcome to children of all ages and a parent o…

An all vegan, small business food and art festival! Organised by Little Jo Berry's

Looking to level up your birthday cards? Add some flair to your planner? Join us for an introduction to brush lettering!…

Join your fellow writers to get excited for Capital Region Writers' marathon month in November! Build emergency plot kit…

Join your fellow writers to get excited for Capital Region Writers' marathon month in November! Build emergency plot kit…

This October, celebrate Library month and connect with curiosity by coming to our programming every Saturday at 2 pm. Th…

Get ready for a storytelling adventure that will test the limits of your imagination, inspired by the spooky season! We…

Come celebrate Halloween with us by painting a pumpkin to take home! All supplies provided. Pre-registration is highly e…

We are pleased to offer Little Roots, a journal and creative writing program for children ages 4 to 8 and their parent o…

Do you like to make things? We do too! Join us as we make some Halloween-inspired slime that you can take home. For ages…

Unlike traditional colouring, this unique activity starts with a page full of watercolor. Trace, doodle, outline, or sim…

Join us at the Carp Branch for an evening of creativity and fun! This month is ghost landscape paintings! Due to overwhe…

Celebrating its fifth anniversary, Kalagriha School of Performing Arts presents Pravāha—a "continuous flow" of South Asi…

It’s time for a rematch. Take your games night to the next level, 75 feet underground inside a once top-secret Cold War…


Presented by Canada-China Culture and Art Association (CCCAA). Ottawa, ON – Mark your calendars for a night of cultural…

A documentary on Carole’s life based on her autobiography Anti Diva, produced by CBC and Gay Agenda, is set to hit theat…

A fascinating, no-holds-barred, uncompromising piano-and-drums duo with vocals. A truly “complete” album: crank it up to…

DELIRIA is the ethereal burlesque and cabaret show that will haunt your dreams! Come embrace the shadows and experience…

Melodic post-punk project Kestrel Blue reunites with friends The Mother That Raised Me and Girlboything for a night of e…

Explore Notre-Dame Cemetery with TalkDeath and Conservation Burial Ottawa, following clues to discover headstones, memor…

Join TalkDeath at St. James Cemetery in Hull for a cemetery scavenger hunt, discovering memorial symbols, headstones and…

This show is presented in Hindi. You’ve seen him on India’s Got Latent, Reaction Videos as Rider OP, Amazon Prime Video…

Montreal born and Nashville based, Allison Russell is a Grammy, Juno, Americana and Folk Awards winning artist, actor, a…

Do you like to listen to new, creative, and sometimes challenging works from local writers and authors? The Stittsville…

BGC: This interactive job search workshop is designed to help you identify what you want to do, assess whether you have…

Fabriquez une marionnette en sac en papier et préparez une pile de matériel de bricolage parmi lesquels choisir.Viens br…

Circuit STIM - Science, technologie, ingénierie et mathsLors de cette journée pédagogique, active tes neurones et fais l…

Entrée libre pour une projection gratuite de films pour enfants! Les participants sont invités apporter une collation lé…

Participants will learn to recognize email, text, and AI-generated phishing scams, with tips for protection and preventi…

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

The Qikiqtait exhibition in the Polar Knowledge Canada Northern Voices Gallery celebrates Inuit knowledge and innovation…

Test your knowledge every Tuesday night at The Barley Mow! Grab your smartest friends (or the funniest ones) for trivia…

Interactive performing arts program for children aged 18 months - 5 years. Singing, dancing, games, story time and creat…

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

Sylvia Safdie: TERRA examines the decades-long career of Montreal-based artist Sylvia Safdie through a selection of her…

Monthly open mic for visual and performing artists of all disciplines and skill levels to showcase their work in a suppo…

Created by Ottawa-based artist Jennifer Macklem with studio assistance from Faezeh Maleki, these three large dragonfly w…

In this work, Ottawa-based artist Jennifer Macklem draws inspiration from an enlarged image of a diatom – microscopic je…

Free museum admission every Thursday evening with special exhibitions on Canadian military history. Reservations require…

Our upcoming temporary exhibition, What’s in a Frame? 200+ Years of Community Portraits, officially launches on May 15th…


This interactive artwork encourages visitors to handle, move, and stack magnetic shapes – moths, butterflies and childre…

A collaborative exhibition showcasing the life and work of drag performer Paul "Peaches Latour" Fournier and queer right…

This banner combines detailed images from artist Stephanie Tenasco’s beaded deer hide work Kìwàbandamogoban “he/she had…

Diego Rivera Meets Henry Moore pairs an international loan with a work from the Gallery’s collection to tell new stories…

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

A free weekly Latin dance night at Barrio Ottawa with a beginner/intermediate lesson at 7:00 PM and a social dance party…

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Everyone is welcome to join Vernon’s book club!Visit with your friends and neighbours to discuss great books.First Thurs…

Step into the land and waters of Kespukwitk (Southwest Nova Scotia) to experience the Mi’kmaw ways of knowing and being…

Discover the history behind one of Canada’s most powerful symbols of remembrance. Marking 25 years since the repatriatio…

Dive into the world of Napoleon. Get swept away into an era that changed the world. Discover the Napoleonic era with Nap…

Come meet to enjoy and discuss a wide variety of books selected by book club members. All are welcome!Every second Thurs…

Through nearly 200 specimens, audio stories, and immersive colour zones, Wild Colour reveals how living things use colou…

May 25, 2026 - April 30, 2027 ## too much humidity is destructive ... yet too little humidity leads to cracked woodwork,…
Meet up with fellow book enthusiasts for a discussion of the month's chosen book.February 23rd: Finding Edward by Sheila…

The Stittsville Branch Afternoon Book Club meet on the third Monday of most months and read a variety of fiction and non…

Explore the ways that the American Civil War (1861-1865) shaped Canadian society, politics and military - and why its le…

In the context of Ottawa’s bicentennial anniversary, and the large-scale environmental transformation that has occured o…

Guinness World Record-holding inflatable amusement park spanning 3 acres with over 50,000 sq ft of interconnected bounci…


Designed for curious kids ages 5 to 12 and grown ups who love exploring with them. Welcome to the Wonder World, a vibran…

Chat with a City of Ottawa Rural Business Liaison to ask questions about your business ideas, plans and impediments.

Chat with a City of Ottawa Rural Business Liaison to ask questions about your business ideas, plans and impediments.

Have you ever experienced a feeling so intensely, yet struggled to find the right word for it? The Amharic word Haleta o…
A free stand-up open mic upstairs at The Carleton Tavern, weekly on Tuesdays from September 1. Local comics, cheap drink…

In collaboration with the Sobey Art Foundation, the National Gallery of Canada is proud to present works by six artists…

Spanning five decades, this exhibition highlights the enduring relevance of the figurative practice of Montreal-based ar…

Shaped by artists, filmmakers, researchers and studios, animation in Ottawa has evolved through a dynamic exchange of cr…

Hundreds of vibrant, whimsical, and spirited animals representing 200 species connected to Ottawa’s past and present joy…

Four free English stand-up comedy nights hosted by Hisham Kelati at Théâtre du Casino in Gatineau. Ages 18 and up, with…

Discover the winners of this year’s Alcuin Society Awards – Canada’s only national competition for book design. Gallery:…
A Bit Flow-y with a Therapeutic Twist Hatha encompasses everything from asana (postures), vinyasa (transitions), and pra…
? Karaoke Night at 188 Bank with Karaoke Shark! ? Join us every Saturday from 9PM to 1AM at The Royal Oak – 188 Bank Str…

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

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

After a successful pilot program earlier this year, North Gloucester will continue with the Sunday intermediate conversa…

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

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

An outreach team from Centre 507 will be at Main (1st floor) every Monday from 10:30 AM to 3:00 PM.Harm Reduction Suppor…

Join us at the Orléans branch on Mondays for Doodle Hour! Explore new Zentangle patterns, experiment with simple doodlin…

Stories, rhymes and songs for children of all ages and a parent or caregiver, followed by time for parents to socialize…

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

For ages 5-8. Do you have children ages 5-8? Would you like them to read more? Then join our weekly Reading Buddies prog…

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

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

Join us Monday evenings for Movie Nights! Featuring a wide variety of titles for your entertainment.October 5: Killer Kl…

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

Come join our homework club and get help with reading, math, science, French, English, etc. Bring your school homework a…

Are you looking to Switch things up? Come relax and play Switch games with us! Bring your own device, some games will b…

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

Practice your French language conversation skills in a relaxed and friendly environment. All levels are welcome to this…
Art House Cafe Weekly open mic night! Open to all artists/genres. NEW!!! In-person sign-up ONLY from 6:30-7:00 pm on the…

Let your soul shine as we travel throughout Africa and the Caribbean on an exciting journey through movement and dance.…

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

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

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

Singing, dancing, games, story time and more! Toddler Tuesdays are the perfect morning activity for children aged 18 mon…

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

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

Contes, comptines et chansons pour les enfants de tous âges, accompagnés d’un parent ou d’un gardien.Suivi de jouons la…

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

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

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

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

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

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

Join us for stories, rhymes, and songs for babies (ages 0-18 months) and a parent/caregiver. Program from 10:30 AM to 1…

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

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

Stories, rhymes & songs for children, parents and caregivers. Contes, comptines et chansons pour les enfants de tous âge…

Stories, rhymes and songs for children of all ages and a parent or caregiver. Followed by 30 minutes of "stay and play"…

Stories, rhymes, and songs for families with young children. The first half hour will be an interactive storytime progr…

Contes, comptines et chansons pour les enfants de tout âge accompagés de leurs parents ou gardien(ne)s.Les mardis, 10h30…

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

Please join us for stories, rhymes, and songs for children of all ages. Join other children and their parent or caregive…

Stories, rhymes and songs for babies and a parent or caregiver. 0-18 monthsPlease note: October 27 – no program

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

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

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

Stories, rhymes and songs for children of all ages and a parent or caregiver.Feel free to stay after the program to play…

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

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

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

Join us for a fun and friendly environment to practice your Spanish. Drop in as space permits.

Stories, rhymes and songs for babies and a parent or caregiver.Ages 0-18 months. Drop-in program.* No program on Tuesda…

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

Stories, rhymes, and songs for babies (0-18 months) and their parents or caregivers. English drop-in program.

Do you like to knit, crochet or do hand work? Join like minded individuals for an enjoyable afternoon of crafting. Bring…

Play card games and board games at the library or work on a puzzle! Drop-in program. La bibliothèque vous accueille pour…

Stories, rhymes and songs for babies and a parent or caregiver. 0-18 monthsPlease note: October 27 – no program

Stories, rhymes and songs for babies and a parent or caregiver in the afternoons. 0-18 months.Contes, comptines et chans…

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

Whether you are looking for a quiet place to do homework, activities to do with new people, or just a place to chill and…

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

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

Join us for the Alta Vista Reading Circle. We will take turns reading out loud, building our confidence and defining new…

Come listen to music, have a snack, and hang out with other kids! There will be a different low-stakes activity to do ea…

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…

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

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

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…

The Vamp and Moccasin Workshop with Colleen Nolan offers a unique opportunity for individuals to learn the art of crafti…

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

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

Practice your English conversation skills in a low-pressure, friendly environment. All levels are welcome. This is an ad…

Drop in with your knitting every TuesdayShare advice, ideas and conversation with other knitters.Venez faire un tour, éc…
Improve your French, share stories and make new friends!Améliorez votre français, partager des histoires et faites des a…

Join a Writers Collective of Canada (WCC) workshop at the library and experience the power of writing together.A WCC wor…

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

Come join our homework club and get help with reading, math, science, French, English, etc. Bring your school homework a…

Do you need a casual, friendly environment where you can practice your English-speaking skills? Look no further than the…

Do you already have some basic English language skills, and are you looking for a casual, friendly environment where you…
Art House presents weekly ‘Life Drawing’ sessions on Tuesdays between 7-9:30 pm. Host Shawn Hunsdale invites a different…

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

Stories, rhymes, and songs for babies (ages 0-18 months) and a parent/caregiver. Note: No program on September 30, Octob…

Stories, rhymes and songs for children of all ages and a parent or caregiver. In English.Every Wednesday, 10:15am.Drop-i…

Join our free English conversation group to practice speaking in English in a relaxed and friendly environment.All level…

Stories, rhymes, and songs for children of all ages and a parent or caregiver. Drop-in program. Followed by a Stay and P…

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

Stories, rhymes, and songs for children of all ages and a parent or caregiver. This program is followed by "Stay & Play…

Join us at the library on Wednesday mornings for our Morning Social and connect with others in the community. Whether yo…

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

Stories, rhymes and songs for toddlers together with their parents or caregivers.Drop-in activity. Ages 18-36 months.***…

30 minutes de contes, comptines et chansons pour les enfants de tous âges et un parent ou gardien. L'animation sera suiv…

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

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

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

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

Stories, rhymes and songs for children of all ages and their parents or caregivers.Wednesdays, 10:30- 11:00 am. English…

Stories, songs and rhymes for children of all ages and a parent or guardian.Program from 10:30 AM – 11:00 AMStay & Play…

Stories, rhymes, and songs for families with young children. The first half hour will be an interactive Storytime progr…

Stories, rhymes, and songs families with young children. The first half hour will be an interactive storytime program.…

Stories, rhymes, and songs for children of all ages and a parent/caregiver. Drop-in program. Join us to play and chat fo…

Family Storytime 10:30 am – 11:00 am. Join us for fun stories, rhymes, and songs for preschool children with a parent/ca…

Do you need a casual, friendly environment where you can practice your English-speaking skills? Look no further than the…

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

Stories, rhymes and songs for babies 0-18 months and a parent or caregiver followed by Stay and Play.Storytime @ 11:00St…

Bring your knitting or crochet and meet fellow enthusiasts at the Sunnyside branch. Knitters of all abilities are welcom…

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

Join us for an informal gathering of knitting enthusiasts - from beginners to experts. Share your ideas and projects in…

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

Bring your knitting and/or crocheting projects and share advice, ideas and conversations with fellow enthusiasts. For ad…

Stories, rhymes and songs for babies (newborn to 18 months) with a parent or caregiver. Drop-in program.

The Writers Collective of Canada (WCC) and the Rockcliffe Park Branch invite you to join us for our writing workshops: W…

Have questions about the basics of using your device, i.e.: tablet, phone, or laptop? Need help with e-books or other on…

Rejoignez notre groupe de conversation en français pour pratiquer le français dans une atmosphère détendue.Niveau interm…

Join us for circle time, show and tell, and a literacy-based activity. Children are encouraged to bring an item or photo…

New to Canada? Looking for support with school, work, or your social life?Drop in to meet with a settlement outreach wor…

Join us for open games of chess. Whether you're a beginner or more advanced, this is a relaxed environment where everyon…

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Join our free English conversation to practice speaking in English in a relaxed and friendly environment.All levels are…

Pratiquez votre français dans un milieu décontracté et amical. Portes ouvertes.Practice your French conversation skills…

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

If you are a knitter or a crocheter come and join Hazeldean Stitches. Share your ideas and projects with other yarn arti…

Join our free English conversation group to practise speaking in English in a relaxed and friendly environment. All leve…

Practice your English conversation skills in a relaxed and friendly environment. All levels are welcome to this drop-in…
Join us every Wednesday for uninstructed life drawing with local artist Shawn Hunsdale ✍️ #lifedrawing #figuredrawing #a…

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

Améliorez votre français parlé et rencontrez des gens dans une atmosphère détendue. Inscription non requise, niveaux int…

This program hosted by South-East Ottawa Community Health Centre offers free, one-on-one support to help people of all a…

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

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

Stories, rhymes and songs for children of all ages and a parent or caregiver. 30 min. Drop in.Contes, comptines et chans…

Contes, comptines et chansons pour les enfants de 18 36 mois et un parent ou gardien. Activité portes-ouvertes.

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

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

Stories, rhymes and songs for babies and a parent or caregiver. Followed by time to stay and play. 0-18 months.Récits, c…

Stories, rhymes and songs for babies ages 0-18 months and a parent or caregiver. Followed by Stay and Play.

Contes, Comptines et chansons pour les bébés accompagnés de leurs parents ou gardiens. Les Jeudis de 10h 30 11h. Program…

Stories, rhymes and songs for children of all ages and a parent or caregiver. Drop-in program.Thursdays at 10:30-11:00…

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

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

Stories, rhymes and songs for children of all ages and a parent or caregiver. Stay and play following storytime.*Please…

Do you need a casual, friendly environment where you can practice your English-speaking skills? Look no further than the…

Join us at yarn club!Knitters, crocheters, needle workers, rug hookers – all are welcome to socialize with fellow yarn c…

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

Engage in creative writing with others from the community! Join us on Thursday afternoons to find your unique voice. Eac…

Join us for an afternoon of gaming fun!Drop in and enjoy a fun game of Scrabble in a relaxed and friendly environment.Pl…

Join us for a fun afternoon of word games and conversation...Scrabble, Boggle, Upwords and more! Drop in.

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

Drop in to play chess with other youth in a relaxed, informal environment.Ages: 10 to 18. Drop-in program..Venez jouer a…

Practice your English conversation skills in a low-pressure, friendly environment. This program is facilitated by The Ne…

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

Join our free English conversation group to practice speaking in English in a relaxed and friendly environment.All level…

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

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

Join our free English conversation group to practise speaking in English in a relaxed and friendly environment. All leve…

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

Thursday, 6:30 pmJeudi, 18h 3090 min.Bring your knitting or crochet project (or needlepoint, cross-stitch, etc.) and sha…

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

Améliorez votre français parlé et rencontrez des gens dans une ambiance décontractée et conviviale. Niveau intermédiaire…

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

Come play cards, roll the dice or play board games with us!

Drop-in for a session of card games and board games for adults 55+ at the Greely Library.An assortment of games and card…

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

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

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

Join our free English conversation group to practice speaking in English in a relaxed and friendly environment.All level…

Exfoliation features photo-based works by artist Victoria Laube that explore the diverse manifestations of grief—its tra…

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

Pair up with a Teen Volunteer for six weeks of learning together! Meet up with your buddy every Saturday morning, pick o…

Join us for stories, rhymes, and songs for preschool children and a parent/caregiver.Drop-in program (registration is no…

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

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

Stories, rhymes, and songs for children ages 0-5, accompanied by a parent or caregiver.*Please note, there is no Stay an…

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

Engage those busy minds with hands-on STEM activities. Children (ages 4+) can explore, create, and learn to problem solv…

The Writers Collective of Canada (WCC) and the Greenboro Branch of the Ottawa Public Library invite you to join us for o…

Rejoignez-nous pour des contes, comptines et chansons pour les enfants de tous âges avec un parent ou gardien. Programme…

Create and build with Lego®! Saturdays 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Drop-in program. Family program.

Stories, rhymes and songs for children of all ages and a parent or caregiver.Stay and play following storytime. Meet new…

Practice your English conversation skills in a relaxed and friendly environment. All levels are welcome.Please note: Sat…

Pratiquez votre français dans un milieu décontracté et amical. Portes ouvertes.Practice your French conversation skills…

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

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…

Whatever your handicraft, join us for a welcoming get together as we work on our creative projects. Bring your craft pro…

Create and build with Lego®!Drop-in program. Family program.Architectes en herbe, vos Lego®!Programme portes ouvertes. P…

Weekly Boardgames & Video Games!Come hang out at the library on Saturday afternoons to play your choice of boardgames an…

Join us for adult and 10+ chess, all levels welcome an instructor will be available! Come meet new people and have fun.…

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

Stories, rhymes and songs for children of all ages and a parent or caregiver.All ages.30 min.Drop in.Contes, comptines e…

Are you interested in practicing your chess skills? Join us for open games of chess. Whether you are a beginner or a mor…
LOCATION:Rideau at Program room

Family Storytime 1:30 pm - 2:00 pm. Join us for fun stories, rhymes, and songs for preschool children with a parent/care…

Join us for stories and activities for children ages 3-6 and a parent/caregiver.Note: no program on October 27.

Join us for a meditative and relaxing morning at the library! We will do a few breathing exercises, followed by a few mi…

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

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

Celebrate Halloween in Ottawa with family-friendly fun! Ride the Pumpkin Express to a pumpkin patch, pick your perfect p…

Perfect for aspiring space explorers! Embark on thrilling rocket adventures! Blast off aboard a pretend rocket ship, go…

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

Calling all slow-stitchers and handcrafters. Whatever your handicraft, join us for a welcoming get together as we work o…

Join us on Mondays for story time with Luana. Delight in tales that will sweep you away on journeys through magical worl…

Unwind and connect with others in a friendly, welcoming space. Play one of the available board games and puzzles, or bri…

Meet up with other book lovers in the neighborhood and chat about the monthly pick. See the book list below for links to…

Drop in with your friends & family for exciting board games, card games, and brain teasers! Play games from our large co…

Want to get more reading done but don't want to be alone? Come to silent book club. Bring your own book (of your choice…

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

Partagez avec nous le plaisir des livres dans une ambiance détendue, le 3e mercredi du chaque mois.16 septembre - Juste…

New gadgets and services emerge every day. It can be difficult to keep track of all the new avenues that they open up, a…

Theraputic Paws of Canada will be offering free monthly therapy pet visits at the Rideau Branch. Drop in any time during…

Storytelling Open Mic is a perfect place for newcomers to discover oral storytelling in a warm and supportive atmosphere…

Learn to design, make, and publish your own Zines! A Zine is a small, self-published booklet filled with whatever you w…

If you are a love story lover, join us each month for discussions on romance novels in a relaxed atmosphere! From enemie…

Come craft at the library. We have all the supplies you need to satisfy your creativity! Drop-in family program.Viens br…

De-stress with some intricate colouring pages.Colouring books include Star Wars, Minecraft, Pokemon, and more!Déstressez…

Come meet up with other anime and manga enthusiasts. Share discussions and activities around your favourite light novels…

A memory palace is an imagined place in the mind, organizing memories and experiences—past and potential. More than a me…

Join us for an exciting, hands-on workshop designed especially for kids! Explore Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts…

Stories, rhymes and songs for children of all ages and their parents or caregivers. Cuentos, rimas y canciones para niño…

Looking for something to do? Drop in for some crafts, games, and colouring. For ages 6-12.Tu t’ennuies? Tu ne sais pas q…

Are you a writer or author looking to learn more about the indie publishing process? Join author N.G. Avant for this mon…

When the kids are not in school on PA days, don't let their creativity dwindle! Let them show off your architectural cre…
Get Busy on PD Days! Looking for something fun to do on your PD Day?Drop in and explore a variety of activity stations.…

On the second and fourth Mondays of each month, this event provides an opportunity for local authors and others who enjo…
Expand your reading horizons by joining us each month to chat about a book from a new genre.June 29, 2026: Bildungsroman…

Bring in your device and learn how to access The Ottawa Public Library’s thousands of digital titles, using resources li…

Spend your PD day afternoon buidling with LEGO at the library!Passez votre après-midi de la journée pédagogique construi…

New to Canada? Looking for support with school, work, or your social life?Drop-in to meet with a settlement youth outrea…

Whether you need help: Preparing a CV and Cover Letter for job prospects or interviews, Help with English based course a…

Practice your English conversation skills in a relaxed and friendly environment. All levels are welcome to this drop-in…

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

Meet with fellow food enthusiasts and put a cookbook to the test. Selection for Fall session: Sep. 28 - Canadian Li…

La succursale Vanier invite les francophones et les francophiles de toutes générations se joindre un cercle de lecture…
SpinnerSpin to find a concert, festival, or family event happening in Ottawa.