Category: Books and Literature
Ottawa Public Library offering creative April Break programs
The Ottawa Public Library (OPL) has announced its April Break series of programs for teens aged 13-18. The OPL aims to help students unwind from their schoolwork…
Variety of interesting virtual Library programs and so much more in March
The Ottawa Public Library (OPL) offers a variety of programs for everyone and for all ages. The March 2021 programs will introduce you to the world of Francophonie brought directly into your home with…
Ottawa Public Library celebrates International Women’s Day with evening event and others in March
The Ottawa Public Library (OPL) is providing a strong and inspiring set of virtual events in celebration of International Women’s Day (IWD) – held annually on March 8 when…
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
This week, Councillor Gower brings some important information to your attention on upcoming snowbank removal; toboggan and skating safety; an upcoming session on Coyote safety…
Stittsville Library resumes services with guidelines on February 22 – new programs being offered
Stittsville Library will again be welcoming customers inside for returns and holds pick-up, browsing and use of public computers starting Monday, February 22, 2021…
Library celebrates Black History Month with a historical theme
This year is the 26th anniversary of Black History Month in Canada. That makes 26 years of spotlighting Black Canadians’ contributions not only to their communities, but to all of Canadian society…
Stittsville Library celebrates Family Literacy Day with production of TWEET TWEET
The Stittsville Library invites young families to join their Family Literacy Day Celebration with an online circus performance by Femmes du Feu entitled “Tweet Tweet”…
Ottawa Public Library brings back online programs for kids
January 12 will see live online children’s programming returning to the Ottawa Public Library (OPL) with something for every kid! Library staff say, “There is no shortage of great activities for kids this winter!”
Update on library services during holidays and lockdown
The Ottawa Public Library (OPL) will be scaling back some of its services in compliance with the provincial shutdown set to begin on December 26. OPL will offer “curbside” returns and holds pickup…
Stittsville author John W. Egan releases a new genre of stories
If you haven’t completed your Christmas shopping and are looking for new reading material, then this is the novel for you. Author John W. Egan of Stittsville has released…
Watch the skies and ski the trails compliments of Stittsville Library
The Stittsville branch staff of the Ottawa Public Library (OPL) gave us an update on programs for the kids and family. Passes for skiing and museums…
Awesome Authors is back for another year
Do you have a flair for writing, a talent for telling a good story, and the desire to express your ideas with the world? Well then, on your mark, get set… write!
Spend some time at the Stittsville Library browsing
Wonder what is going on at the Stittsville Library Branch? So did we. We reached out to discover what you can expect when you make your next visit.
Hollywood heads north for lights, camera, Ottawa!
Ever imagined yourself on the big screen? Ottawa’s film, television, and animation industry is a vibrant sector contributing over $100 million to the local economy each year.
34th annual national capital writing contest – entry time
Are you a talented writer looking for an outlet to share your story or poem? In celebration of the 100th anniversary of the Canadian Authors Association, the National Capital Branch invites all writers…