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Some in-branch programs require registration with your library card. Please log in with your library account or follow this link to apply for a card online. You can also apply for a card in person at any of our 33 locations.

  • Colorful picture of people conversing, with different shape bubbles above their heads

    Wednesdays, Dec 13, 2023 - Apr 10, 2024
    6:30pm
    60 minutes

    15 sessions remaining

    Every Wednesdays from 6:30-7:30 pm

    September 13th- December 20th

    Practice your English conversation skills in a relaxed and friendly environment. All levels are welcome in this free program.

  • Mondays, Jan 08, 2024 - Mar 25, 2024
    6:30pm
    90 minutes

    11 sessions remaining

    Do you already have some basic English language skills, and are you looking for a casual, friendly environment where you can practice your English speaking skills?

    Join our English conversation group!

    Receive guidance from our leaders, meet new people and gain confidence in your ability to speak English.

    No program on February 19, 2024.

    Vous avez déjà une base en anglais et vous cherchez un endroit avec une ambiance décontractée et amicale pour pratiquer vos habiletés de converser en anglais?

    Joignez-vous à notre groupe de conversation en anglais!

    Recevez des conseils, rencontrez de nouvelles personnes et gagnez de la confiance à converser en anglais.

    Aucun programme le 19 février, 2024.

  • Sundays, Dec 10, 2023 - Dec 21, 2023
    10:00am
    660 minutes

    12 sessions remaining

    Donate to help your community ​at the Ruth E. Dickinson library during opening hours. ​

    100 Malvern Drive​

    Friday December 1st at 10am to ​

    Thursday, December 21st at 1pm 

    Items most need are: ​peanut butter, jam, juice boxes, fruit cups, granola bars, crackers, boxed macaroni & cheese, and canned pasta.​

    Visit barrhavenfoodcupboard.ca ​to find more information about how you can help. ​

  • Sundays, Dec 10, 2023 - Dec 31, 2023
    10:00am
    420 minutes

    20 sessions remaining

    Did you know that jigsaw puzzles can strengthen your short-term memory, enhance your eye-hand coordination and sharpen your observation skills?

    Drop in at the Cumberland branch and stay a while for a relaxing time making jigsaw puzzles.

    Anytime during our opening hours.

    Savez-vous que faire un casse-tête peut renforcer votre mémoire à court terme, améliorer la coordination oeil-main et aiguiser vos compétences d'observation?

    Faites un saut à la succursale Cumberland afin de relaxer tout en faisant un casse-tête.

    En tout temps lors de nos heures d'ouverture.

  • Mondays, Dec 11, 2023 - Dec 18, 2023
    9:30am
    30 minutes

    2 sessions remaining

    Stories, rhymes and songs for children of all ages and a parent or caregiver.

  • Mondays, Dec 11, 2023 - Dec 18, 2023
    10:00am
    120 minutes

    2 sessions remaining

    Are you looking for work? Unemployed or underemployed?

    Drop-in to meet one-on-one with an Employment Counsellor from the Pinecrest-Queensway Employment Services team.

  • person reading to children

    Monday Dec 11, 2023 at 10:00am
    30 minutes

    Stories, rhymes and songs for toddlers and a parent or caregiver. 19-35 months.

  • Adult reading a book to children

    Mondays, Dec 11, 2023 - Dec 13, 2023
    10:15am
    30 minutes

    2 sessions remaining

    Stories, rhymes and songs for children of all ages and a parent or caregiver.

  • Family story time

    Monday Dec 11, 2023 at 10:30am
    30 minutes

    Stories, rhymes and songs for children of all ages and their parents or caregivers.  Drop-in program.

    Please note: no program Oct 9, Oct 30

  • Mondays, Dec 11, 2023 - Jun 10, 2024
    10:30am
    120 minutes

    7 sessions remaining

    Share the enjoyment of books in a relaxed atmosphere on the Second Monday of the month.

    The Stittsville Open book club is a drop in that runs monthly from September to June.

     Books are available at the Stittsville branch Hub (central desk).