This Weekend's Events

EEPMON

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

Visions and Views

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

Chaos Bloom – Tidal Wave

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

Hard Rock Cafe Ottawa Live Performances

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

Wheelers Maple – Pancake House & Sugar Bush

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

613 Flea Market at Aberdeen Pavilion

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

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…

The Creativity of Plants

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

Intertwined

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

Ottawa Farmers' Market

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

29th Edition of the Latin American Film Festival

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

Homework Help / Club de devoirs

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

English Conversation Group / Groupe de conversation en angla…

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

Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning Course

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

Greely Writing Group

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

Adult English Conversation Group/ Groupe de conversation en…

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

English Conversation Group

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

Evening English Conversation Group/Groupe de conversation en…

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

Groupe de conversation en français (intermédiaire) / French…

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

Groupe de conversation en français pour adultes / Adult Fren…

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

Rideau Wednesday English Conversation Group

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

Stittsville Cozy Crafters

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

Wednesday English Conversation Circle

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

Write With Us!

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

French Conversation Group - Intermediate - Groupe de Convers…

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

Frame of Mind: 10 Years of Creative Space

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

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

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

St-Laurent English Book Club

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

The Morning Social/ La matinée sociale

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

Mahjong at the Library

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

Morning Babytime

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

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…

Youth Chess Club | Club d'échecs jeunesse

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

English Conversation & Settlement Group

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

Teen Chess Club | Club d'échecs jeunesse

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

STEAM Challenge Thursday

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

Craft Night

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

Homework Help/Aide aux devoirs

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

The Nightstand Collective Book Club

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

Groupe de conversation en français- Jeudi soir

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

Knit and Crochet Club / Club de tricot et de crochet

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

Knitting and Crochet Club/Club de tricot et crochet

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

Slow Stitchers and Handcrafters

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

Stittsville Creative Writing Group

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

Cover to Cover English Book Club

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

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…

Seniors Social/ Socialiser entre aînés

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

Fibre Fridays | Vendredis en bouts de laine

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

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

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

Spanish Conversation Group / Grupo de Conversación en Españo…

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

Lego® Block Party / Ça dé ‘bloc’

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

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…

First Aid and CPR Training

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

613flea

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

Lego® Day!

Create and build with Lego®! Drop-in

Let's Play at the Library

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

Scribbles & Scrawls: Cumberland Writers Group

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

Stay and Play/ Jouons à la biblio

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

Saturday Family Storytime / Heure du conte du samedi

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

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…

Saturday Bilingual Family Storytime | Contes en famille bili…

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

Saturday Family Storytime and Stay & Play

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

Saturday Family Storytime - 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.

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…

Groupe de conversation en français | French Conversation Gro…

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

Chess @ Centrepointe

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

Dungeons and Dragons for Adults: Candlekeep Mysteries

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

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

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

Dungeons & Dragons

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

Go Workshop / Atelier de Go

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

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.

T(w)een Gaming

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

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.

Capital Region Writers Group: Write-In

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

Dungeons & Dragons for Adults : Dragon of Icespire Peak

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

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…

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

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

Employment Support

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

Memory Café

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

Monday Storytime and Stay and Play

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

Coffee and Cards

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

Groupe de conversation en français | French conversation gro…

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

Crafternoon

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

Afternoon English Conversation group/Groupe de conversation…

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

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

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

EarlyON Baby Playgroup

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

Pinecrest Employment Support Drop-in

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

Technology - Question & Answer Sessions

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

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…

Community Writing Workshop

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

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

Monday Evening Book Club

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

Community Writing Workshop

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

Homeschool Hangout

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

Orléans Writing Group

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

Bilingual Storytime / Heure du conte bilingue

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

Family Storytime at Vanier / Contes et chansons en familles…

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

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

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

Greely Knit, Crochet, and Fibre Crafting Group

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

Knitting and Crochet Club / Groupe de tricot et crochet

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

Mahjong

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

Parenting in Ottawa Drop-in

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

Rockcliffe Park Adult Book Club

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

Crafternoon

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

Genealogy Drop-In

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

Video Game Drop-In for Teens

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

Chess Club D'échecs

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

Teen Tuesdays / Les mardis ados

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

Homework Help / Aide aux devoirs

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

Board Games & Brain Teasers

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

French Conversation Group - Groupe de conversation en frança…

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

Greenboro Knitting Group/ Groupe de tricot Greenboro

Drop in with your knitting every TuesdayShare advice, ideas and conversation with other knitters.Venez faire un tour, éc…

Dungeons & Dragons

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

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…

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

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

Tech Bytes

Technology doesn't have to be overwhelming. The Cumberland library Tech Team can help you with devices like phones, lapt…

Wednesday Storytime

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

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…

Knit & Knatter

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

Knitting and Crochet Club / Groupe de tricot et crochet

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

Rosemount Knitting Group

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

Reading Group #1

Share the enjoyment of good books in a relaxed atmosphere! Drop-in. Sept-June.1st Wednesday of the month. (Some exceptio…

Chess Club

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

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…

The Great Yarn Club of Manotick

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

Rosemount Writing Collective

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

Scrabble!

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

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…

Homeschool Social Club

Join us for an afternoon of fun for home-schooled children and their families. Each month a different activity will be o…

Carp Book Club

Share the enjoyment of good books in a relaxed atmosphere. All are welcome! Drop-in program.This group meets the first T…

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…

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…

Employment Support Workshops

Are you looking for a job? Learn all the necessary skills to do so at the Elmvale Acres Branch of the Ottawa Public Libr…

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…

Canadian Tulip Festival

The world's largest free tulip festival featuring over 300,000 tulips blooming along the Rideau Canal, with fireworks fi…

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…

Alone in the Dark – Cumberland Heritage Village Museum (ENGL…

This is not a ghost tour. It is a guided paranormal investigation, and YOU are part of it. Over two hours, we’ll explore…

Ghosts of the Bytown Museum

Join us on an unforgettable journey into the heart of Ottawa’s supernatural past as we explore the Bytown Museum. Prepar…

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…

Dungeons and Dragons for Teens: Trouble in Dragonsbourne

Join a band of adventurers as they set out from the seaside town of Dragonsbourne. This is part ten of a continuing adve…

Adult & 10+ Chess Club

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

Miniature Gaming

Interested in miniature gaming with toy soldiers? Join in to play science fiction, high fantasy and historical games. Pr…

Family Storytime

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

'Folk’ Song Circle

Enjoy singing your favourite soft pop songs from the 50’s-80’s, Celtic and other folk music! All ages and levels of expe…

Blackburn Hamlet Book Chat

Members of the Blackburn Hamlet Book Club meet to enjoy and discuss a wide variety of books selected by book club member…

In the Company of Writers

On the second and fourth Mondays of each month, this event provides an opportunity for local authors and others who enjo…

Libby, Cantook and CloudLibrary E-book Clinic

Learn how to access electronic books from Ottawa Public Library. Borrow ebook, e-audiobooks and bestsellers and gain acc…

Newcomer Support Drop-in

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

Collage Club

Come join us for a fun collage session! Explore your creative side and piece together something beautiful. Collages make…

Game On! Board Games & Puzzles for Adults

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

Monday Night at the Movies/ Lundi cinéma

Join us at Sunnyside for our monthly film screening every second Monday of the month.Monday May 11th at 6:15pm -About Ti…

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,…

Italian Movie Night with The Dante Alighieri Society

Enjoy a selection of films, each from an Italian director! Films will be presented with English subtitles. Presented by…

RP Acoustic Music Circle

Are you looking for a cozy place to jam with other musicians? This is a drop-in for musicians ages 16+, to make some mus…

Greely Garden Club

Join us for gardening club, all are welcome and no experience necessary!Second Tuesday of every month.March 10, April 14…

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…

Manotick Afternoon Book Club

Share the enjoyment of good books in a relaxed atmosphere in person, in the afternoon. This group meets every second Wed…

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…

Preventative Care Program

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

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…

Entrepreneur & Small Business Owner Meet-Up

Join our monthly conversation group for entrepreneurs and small business owners. A welcoming space to connect, share ide…

Mysterious Book Society: A Middle Grade Book Club

Come share the enjoyment of reading books with other kids ages 9-12! Each meeting we will have a book battle to choose t…

Orléans Book Chats

Share the enjoyment of good books in an informal and relaxed atmosphere. Second Thursday of every month. New members wel…

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…

Drone dash

Test your skills at Drone Dash, a fast-paced drone race where precision and speed are everything. Ready, set, fly: Drone…

Stittsville Plant Swap

Join us for a fun and community‑minded Plant Swap! Whether you're looking to diversify your plant collection or rehome a…

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"…

Ottawa Polish Fest

Witamy! The Ottawa Polish Fest is back for 2026 in the ByWard Market District. Hosted by the Polish Heritage Foundation…

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.…

Cinderella in Stepmother's Revenge

A tale about Cinderella’s stepmother and daughters who weren’t so happy about her happily ever after. The evil stepmothe…

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…

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…

Th’owxiya: The Hungry Feast Dish: By Joseph A. Dandurand

From the Kwantlen First Nation village of Squa’lets comes the tale of Th’owxiya, an old and powerful spirit that inhabit…

Tips and Techniques for Better Photos

Learn, in simple terms, how your camera works to enable you to take better photos. The lecture will cover tips on compos…

War Graves Week 2026 - Commonwealth War Graves Commission &…

Join CWGC and Beechwood Cemetery for a free guided tour honouring War Graves Week. Learn about the servicemembers who di…

Tartan and Red Serge - A Canadian Celtic Showcase

A Canadian Celtic showcase featuring RCMP Pipes, Drums and Dancers alongside artists from across the Ottawa Valley.

Ottawa Jazz Orchestra: Supremely Shorter

Experience the enduring legacy of Wayne Shorter, a 12-time Grammy winner whose colossal talent as a jazz saxophonist and…

Gully Boys

Presented by Spectrasonic all ages admitted, 19+ w/ photo ID to drink presented with the support of Ontario Creates and…

Royal Tusk

Presented by spectrasonic with the support of Ontario Creates, SAW and Collective Arts

May Show Festival

The May Show Festival brings together arts, crafts, music, dance, food, vendors, and entertainment for a free spring cel…

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

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

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…

Atlético Ottawa vs. Halifax Wanderers FC

Keeping Passwords Safe

We are told: don't write down passwords don't reuse passwords make passwords long and complex. Chris Taylor, President o…

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…

TRACKMEET Presents: Summer's Brother: The Sweeter Spring Tou…

TRACKMEET Presents: Summer's Brother: The Sweeter Spring Tour with Special Guests Vancouver-based experimental psych-pop…

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…

Barrio del Sabor (Latin Dance Sundays)

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