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Kato the Kestrel, White feathers, owl
Rockcliffe Park
Thursday Mar 26, 2026 at 6:30pm
Through an engaging presentation filled with pictures and videos of birds at the Ottawa Valley Wild Bird Care Centre , you will learn: about the...
Rosemount
Thursday Mar 26, 2026 at 7:00pm
Join us for a seasonal journey into the world of native plant gardening! During this workshop, we will discuss how to prepare your garden for...
Image of Ruby Barrett, Roselle Lim, K.A. Tucker, and Jennifer Whiteford

Hey Ottawa – Have you ever found romance at the library?

On March 26, 2026, at 7:00 PM, join authors Ruby Barrett, Roselle Lim, and K.A....

Cours Bayview Yards

Thursday Mar 26, 2026 at 7:00pm
Manotick
Friday Mar 27, 2026 at 4:00pm
Join us for a relaxing afternoon of crafting fun! We will be making picture magnets. Bring your own photo (approx. 1”x1” sized subject) to personalize...
Ruth E. Dickinson
Saturday Mar 28, 2026 at 10:30am
Raising Readers​ A workshop for parents of young children. ​ ​ In this workshop, learn tips and tricks to help integrate reading in your child's...
Old Parliament bulding / Ancien édifice du Parlement
Main
Saturday Mar 28, 2026 at 1:30pm
A special Bytown bicentennial presentation! Join Allison Margot Smith, historian and documentary filmmaker, to explore the fascinating history of the Rideau Canal, including a presentation...
Nepean Centrepointe
Saturday Mar 28, 2026 at 2:00pm
Learn how to more effectively tell the story of your vacations through pictures. Regardless of what kind of camera you use (cell phone, tablet, DSLR,...
Hand holding lego blocks
Ruth E. Dickinson
Saturday Mar 28, 2026 at 2:00pm
Brick by brick... Inspired by Minecraft, Lego & old video games, join us once a month to create pixel art using pre-made templates or freehand...

Registration opens on Monday, March 2, 2026 - 10:00am

Franco-Ontarian flag. Drapeau franco-ontarien
Cumberland
Saturday Mar 28, 2026 at 2:00pm
Afin de célébrer le mois de la francophonie, nous sommes ravis de présenter Forêts urbaines , un documentaire de Anne-Marie Rocher. De Montréal à Vancouver,...
Carp
Saturday Mar 28, 2026 at 2:30pm
Curious about Dungeons and Dragons? Give it a try with a one-session-long adventure for beginners! Learn the basic rules of this popular game as you...
Sunnyside
Saturday Mar 28, 2026 at 3:15pm
Celebrating the 75th anniversary of Sunnyside branch's current location. Come learn all about various mammals and reptiles with Zoo Crew!

Registration opens on Monday, March 2, 2026 - 10:00am

books of different cover colors being held up high
North Gloucester
Sunday Mar 29, 2026 at 3:00pm (series runs until May 31, 2026)
C’est dimanche. Prenez du temps pour vous et venez lire à la bibliothèque en compagnie d’autres lecteurs. Déroulement : accueil, lecture silencieuse (1 heure), restez...
an adult reads to a group of people / un adulte lit à un groupe de personnes
North Gower
Monday Mar 30, 2026 at 10:30am (series runs until May 11, 2026)
Stories, rhymes and songs for children of all ages and a parent or caregiver. Meet new friends after storytime at Stay and Play! Drop-In. Family
an adult reads to a group of people / un adulte lit à un groupe de personnes
St-Laurent
Monday Mar 30, 2026 at 10:30am (series runs until May 11, 2026)
30 minutes of stories, rhymes and songs for children of all ages and their parents or caregivers, followed by 30 minutes of Stay & Play. Drop-in program.
Sunnyside
Monday Mar 30, 2026 at 2:00pm (series runs until Apr 27, 2026)
Bring in your device and learn how to access The Ottawa Public Library’s thousands of digital titles, using resources like Libby and cloudLibrary. Come join...
Greenboro
Monday Mar 30, 2026 at 2:00pm
Expand your reading horizons by joining us each month to chat about a book from a new genre. Last Monday of each month Winter 2026...
Toddler reading
Elmvale Acres
Monday Mar 30, 2026 at 2:30pm (series runs until May 11, 2026)
Stories, rhymes and songs for toddlers together with their parents or caregivers. Ages 15 to 35 months. Drop-in program. Contes, comptines et chansons pour les...
Rosemount
Monday Mar 30, 2026 at 6:00pm
Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools have exploded over the last few years. They can: supercharge your web searches & help you find the most relevant information;...
Stittsville
Monday Mar 30, 2026 at 6:30pm
Curious about new flavours? In this session, we will explore the spice's origin, share recipes, and exchange personal stories or cultural connections. Participants will receive...
Richmond
Monday Mar 30, 2026 at 6:30pm (series runs until Jul 27, 2026)
Meet with fellow food enthusiasts and put a cookbook to the test. ​ Selection: ​ February 23, 2026 - " Good for your gut" by...