#Hobbies-and-interests
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Get Crafty!
Come craft at the library. We have all the supplies you need to satisfy your creativity! Drop-in Family program.
Magic Show with Luc Leduc, The Duke of Magic (Family 4+)
Join Luc Leduc, The Duke of Magic for an action packed, 45-minute magic show with a lot of audience participation. Famil…
Introduction to Crochet with Eco Equitable
This 3 hour introduction to crochet class is meant for people who have never touched a crochet hook before but would lik…
Message in a Bottle (Ages 9-12)
Uncork your creative side and explore the power of words! We will be learning how to write haiku, and competing to make…
Get Crafty! | Brico en fête!
Come craft at the library. We have all the supplies you need to satisfy your creativity!Family program for ages 4 and up…
Spectacle de magie avec Luc Leduc, Leduc de la magie (Famill…
Rejoignez Luc Leduc, Leduc de la magie, pour un spectacle de magie bilingue de 45 minutes, plein d'action et avec beauco…
Game Café for Adults
Come play cards, roll the dice or play board games with us!
Jill Heinerth: The Explorers Mindset
More people have walked on the moon than have been to the places Jill Heinerth has explored. Instead of following maps,…
Atelier de cirque avec Joey Albert (7 à 12 ans)
L’atelier de cirque propose aux élèves une expérience à la fois pédagogique, artistique et ludique, où chacun est invité…
Armchair Travel: Newfoundland
Photos and narration from multiple car trips around this wonderful province. Sights from north, south, east and west coa…
Go STEAM: Oil and Water: A Good Mix? (Ages 7-12)
Delve into the chemical makings of oil and water, and use your knowledge to create a piece of art inspired by liquids mi…
LEGO Party! / Fête en blocs
Create and build with Lego®! Drop-in program. For Ages 6-12.Architectes en herbe, vos Lego®! Programme portes ouvertes.…
LEGO Party
Create and build with Lego®! Drop-in, self guided program. Ages: 4+
LEGO Party / Fête en blocs
Create and build with Lego®! Drop-in program. Family program.*****Architectes en herbe, vos Lego®! Programme portes ouve…
Landscape Photography
Landscape photography is the art of capturing the natural world, outdoor spaces, and urban environments to evoke emotion…
Armchair Travel: the Danube
Photos and narration from a river cruise that included, Prague, various stops in Germany and Austria and ending in Budap…
Puzzle Swap / Échange de casse-têtes
Do you love puzzles?Would you like to try new ones and trade your old ones? Bring a puzzle, take a puzzle!Aimez-vous les…
A River Runs Through It (Ages 4-6)
Jump into puddles, ponds, rivers and streams to check out the cool freshwater world. Build some bridges with many differ…
Ahoy Matey! (Ages 10- 12)
Ahoy, Matey! (Ages 10-12) Sail the seven seas. It’s time to go on a treasure hunt! Come in and build some boats with dif…
All Hands on Deck! (Family 4+) / Tout le monde à bord! (Fami…
Hoist the sails and travel the seas. Grab your mateys and get ready for a rollicking good time. We will be reading, danc…
SEA You at the Craft Table (Ages 7-12)
Craft and create your very own ocean-inspired masterpiece: BRIDGES! Build some bridges with different materials and let'…
Splish Splash! (Ages 4-6)
Dive into hands-on crafting fun! Make art inspired by water, waves, and the sea while discovering your artsy side! We’ll…
Tidal Treasures Workshop (Ages 10-12)
Come see what’s washed ashore and discover what you can create! We will be creating a hand-sewn sunglasses case. For age…
Urban Cycling: Tips & Infrastructure / Le vélo en ville : co…
Delivered by a friendly, experienced cyclist from EnviroCentre, this workshop will provide participants with answers to…
PD Day - Lego® Block Party | Ça dé “bloc” - journée pédagogi…
Create and build with Lego®! Drop-in. Architectes en herbe, vos Lego®! Portes ouvertes.
Lego® Block Party! / Ça dé "bloc" - PD Day / Journée pédagog…
Create and build with Lego®! Ages 6-12.Architectes en herbe, vos Lego®! Pour les 6 12 ans.
Travelling and connecting with Nature, from Antarctica to Pa…
Carole Gobeil, world traveller and travel industry veteran, has travelled to some amazing destinations and will share he…
Ahoy, Matey! (Ages 4-6)
Ahoy, Matey! (Ages 4-6) Sail the seven seas. It’s time to go on a treasure hunt! Come in and build some boats with diffe…
Spring House Plant Swap
Learn how to start new house plants from cuttings! We will be planting house plant cuttings in containers. Everyone gets…
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,…
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…
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…
Planner and Journal Meet-up
If you love journalling, bullet journalling, art journalling, or doodling in planners, come meet like-minded folks at th…
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…
Armchair travel: Newfoundland
Photos and narration from multiple car trips around this wonderful province. Sights from north, south, east and west coa…
Storytelling Open Mic
Storytelling Open Mic is a perfect place for newcomers to discover oral storytelling in a warm and supportive atmosphere…
DIY Mini Book Keepsake
Calling all book lovers! Celebrate your love of reading with our DIY Mini Book Keepsake program! In this creative, hands…
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…
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.…
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…
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…
North Gower Nifty Knitters
Join us for an informal gathering of knitting enthusiasts - from beginners to experts. Share your ideas and projects in…
Teen Advisory Group - Sunnyside
Hey teens! Join us at Sunnyside branch for a fun way to earn volunteer hours! With our TAG, you can have your say about…
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…
Collage Club
Come join us for a fun collage session! Explore your creative side and piece together something beautiful. Collages make…
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…
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…
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…
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…
Chess Club
Join us for open games of chess. Whether you're a beginner or more advanced, this is a relaxed environment where everyon…
Crafternoon / Brin d’brico
Come crafting at the library. We have all the supplies you need to satisfy your creativity!For children of all ages. Dro…
Rosemount Knitting Group
Bring your knitting and/or crocheting projects and share advice, ideas and conversations with fellow enthusiasts. For ad…
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…
Knit & Knatter
Bring your knitting or crochet and meet fellow enthusiasts at the Sunnyside branch. Knitters of all abilities are welcom…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
Lego Block Party
Create and build with Lego®!Drop-in Family Program.
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…
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…
Stittsville Cozy Crafters
Got a portable craft project? Bring it along and chat with some fellow crafters while you work! Share your expertise if…