Ottawa Public Library — Main
120 Metcalfe St, Ottawa, ON
Main branch of the Ottawa Public Library. Free programs, events, and resources for all ages.
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The Main branch is part of the Ottawa Public Library network, offering free access to books, digital resources, programs, and community events for all ages.
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Upcoming Events
Groupe de conversation en français / French conversation group
Ottawa Public Library — Main
Free
Rejoignez notre groupe de conversation pour pratiquer le français dans une atmosphère détendue.Join our French conversation group to practice speaking in French in a relaxed and friendly environment.
Tech Help Session / Séance d'aide techno
Ottawa Public Library — Main
A drop-in session for basic questions about computers, devices, programs and apps at Main branch.
Club de Collage & Journaling Club
Ottawa Public Library — Main
Free
Turn scraps into stories - Creativity starts with a blank page!Donnez vie vos idées et créez des histoires — La créativité naît d’une page blanche !A creative club where members use collage, art, a...
Themed Movie Tuesdays: At the Place of Ghosts
Ottawa Public Library — Main
Free
Join us for a free screening of At the Place of Ghosts as part of our "Indigenous Chills and Thrills" movie theme for October. The film was directed by Bretten Hannam and was released in 2025. The ...
Club de lecture francophone de la Centrale
Ottawa Public Library — Main
Free
French-language book discussions at Main, with current autumn titles and confirmed dates through May 2027.
English conversation group
Ottawa Public Library — Main
Free
Join our free English conversation group to practice speaking in English in a relaxed and friendly environment.All levels are welcome to this drop-in program.Rejoignez notre groupe de conversation ...
Groupe de conversation en français - intermédiaire
Ottawa Public Library — Main
Free
Rejoignez notre groupe de conversation en français pour pratiquer le français dans une atmosphère détendue.Niveau intermédiaire, inscription non requise.Join our French conversation group to practi...
Chess Club
Ottawa Public Library — Main
Free
Join us for open games of chess. Whether you're a beginner or more advanced, this is a relaxed environment where everyone is welcome. Bring your own board or borrow one of ours.
English Conversation Group
Ottawa Public Library — Main
Free
Join our free English conversation to practice speaking in English in a relaxed and friendly environment.All levels are welcome to this drop-in program.**Joignez-vous notre groupe de conversation p...
Collage de Maison Hantée / Haunted House Collage
Ottawa Public Library — Main
Free
A special Haunted edition of the collage club - Une édition spéciale et Hantée du club de collageTurn scraps into a terrifying haunted house - Creativity starts with a blank page!Donnez vie vos idé...
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