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Old Parliament bulding / Ancien édifice du Parlement
Main
Saturday Apr 25, 2026 at 1:30pm
A special Bytown bicentennial presentation! Long before becoming Canada’s capital, Ottawa was a rough and tumble backwoods lumber town. As we mark 2026, the Bicentenary...
Nepean Centrepointe
Saturday Apr 25, 2026 at 2:00pm
This presentation will explore perennials that bring colour to your garden throughout the year. It will highlight plants that are hardy in the Ottawa area—reliable,...
Hand holding lego blocks
Ruth E. Dickinson
Saturday Apr 25, 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 30, 2026 - 10:00am

a hand, paints and pencil crayons / une main, des peintures et des crayons de couleur
Cumberland
Saturday Apr 25, 2026 at 2:30pm
Celebrate spring and come craft at the library. We have all the supplies you need to satisfy your creativity! Drop-in program. Family program. Viens bricoler...
Ruth E. Dickinson
Sunday Apr 26, 2026 at 1:00pm
Looking to level up your birthday cards? Add some flair to your planner? Join us for an introduction to brush lettering! You'll be learning the...

Sorry this event and its waiting list are full

Stittsville
Monday Apr 27, 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...

Registration opens on Monday, March 30, 2026 - 10:00am

Carp
Wednesday Apr 29, 2026 at 7:00pm
Pollinator steward, beekeeper, and forager Tauney Stinson of Forager Bee returns for a one-hour talk about pollinators in our region and how you can help...
Ruth E. Dickinson
Thursday Apr 30, 2026 at 6:30pm
Where curiosity powers up! Dive into circuits, robots, coding, and creative invention! Hands-on fun that lights up young minds. The program offers interactive, self-directed stations...

Registration opens on Monday, March 30, 2026 - 10:00am

Carlingwood
Friday May 1, 2026 at 4:00pm
Ready, Set, Go! Drop-in at the Carlingwood Branch for Mario Kart: Game On! Play on our brand new Switch 2! Not sure how to play?...
Ruth E. Dickinson
Saturday May 2, 2026 at 10:30am
Join us for a fairy tale themed storytime followed by a tea party and craft! Children and their guardian will have the opportunity to enjoy...

Registration opens on Monday, April 13, 2026 - 10:00am

an adult reads to a group of people / un adulte lit à un groupe de personnes
North Gloucester
Saturday May 2, 2026 at 10:30am
Stories, rhymes and songs for children of all ages and a parent or caregiver. Contes, comptines et chansons pour les enfants de tous âges et...
St-Laurent
Saturday May 2, 2026 at 1:00pm
Conférencière invitée : Brigitte Murray, Université d'Ottawa Organiser par la Société historique d'Ottawa
Cumberland
Saturday May 2, 2026 at 2:00pm
Presented by Dying With Dignity Canada (Ottawa Chapter), End of Life Options (including MAiD) is a workshop to educate people about the options available to...

Registration opens on Monday, March 2, 2026 - 9:00am

Ruth E. Dickinson
Saturday May 2, 2026 at 3:00pm
For ages 13-17. Join us for this hands-on workshop where you'll learn how to create your own zine—a small, self-published, handmade booklet that can be...
Cumberland
Sunday May 3, 2026 at 11:00am
Join us for a special Garden Storytime. We will read a book, plant some seeds to take home for your garden, and do a craft...

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

Ruth E. Dickinson
Thursday May 7, 2026 at 6:30pm
Celebrate Mother's Day sustainably! Join us to upcycle materials into heartfelt handmade gifts. Fun, creative, and planet-friendly for the whole family. Family program for all...

Registration opens on Monday, April 13, 2026 - 10:00am

2 Ikebana flower arrangements and single flow green background
Rockcliffe Park
Friday May 8, 2026 at 1:30pm
Join us for a Mother's Day Special event - Make an Ikebana arrangement that you can take home! Anne Breau, President of Ikebana International Ottawa...

Sorry this event and its waiting list are full

Ruth E. Dickinson
Saturday May 9, 2026 at 2:00pm
We will be selecting a piece of art each session to learn about before you re-create it! May: A Sunday Afternoon on the Island of...

Registration opens on Monday, April 13, 2026 - 10:00am

Beaverbrook
Friday May 15, 2026 at 2:30pm
Join us for a relaxing afternoon, with a craft and a cup of tea. All supplies will be provided. All skill levels welcome. In this...

Registration opens on Wednesday, April 1, 2026 - 10:00am

Ruth E. Dickinson
Friday May 15, 2026 at 4:00pm
Unwind and get creative at the end of the week! A playful program where kids explore feelings through an interactive story and game, then create...

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