Category: Books and Literature
Stittsville’s Lucy Hambly writes another Awesome Authors winning story
On April 22nd, talented young writers were celebrated at the 2023 Awesome Authors award ceremony. Lucy Hambly of Stittsville was awarded 3rd place in the Short Story (English) ages 13-18 category.
What’s new and happening at the Stittsville Library?
With snow banks gone and puddles disappearing, it is a beautiful time for a walk to the Stittsville Library to browse, study, attend a program or sit and add a few rows to our community’s knitting project.
What’s happening in April at the Stittsville Library
To add to the excitement of the arrival of spring, the Ottawa Public Library has planned a range of activities for all ages for the month of April.
Discover Stittsville: Re-Read Used Books
It didn’t take me long to find Re-Read Used Books. It is a smaller store but close, well-organized, and has a nice collection of current books…
Explore Kanata, Stittsville and beyond: a family moves to a new community during COVID
I think in the time we have been settling into the area, we have found some fascinating and unique places while exploring Kanata and the Stittsville environs that can only be found here.
What’s new and happening at the Stittsville Library for March 2023
For those not travelling for March Break, there are a number of programs for children, youth and teens at the Stittsville branch to keep the kids occupied…
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
Councillor Gower is seeking members for the Stittsville Diversity Advisory Committee who would be responsible for advising his office on community issues relating to diversity and anti-racism in Stittsville.
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
The Councillor assures residents that the LRT trains are safe with additional inspections and procedures now in place. At the Light Rail Sub-Committee held last week, OC Transpo responded to questions from the Councillor and others…
Ottawa Public Library’s Awesome Authors Contest is back
The Ottawa Public Library invites Ottawa’s young writers to once again take part in the Awesome Authors Contest for a chance to have their work published and win cash prizes.
Empire’s Victory third release by Stittsville author John W. Egan in his Gaspunk series – The Roman Sky
(Stittsville author, John W. Egan, has released his third book in his exciting historical series that follows Cillian, a young Roman citizen. This new novel is entitled Empire’s Victory with…
What’s new and happening at the Stittsville Library for January 2023
When books are purchased from the Friends of the Library book sale at ‘Good Reads’ in the Stittville branch, money raised can be used for special things not covered in the library’s regular budget.
What’s new and happening at the Stittsville Library? Programs and photography exhibit from John Edkins
Looking for a good read for the colder weather? All the money raised by the volunteers who manage the sale of the used books and the Good Reads store remains at the Stittsville branch to be used for special programing.
What’s new and happening at the Stittsville Library – seeking art displays for 2023
Did you also know the Ottawa Public Library (OPL) programs are FREE with a library card (unless specified)?
October is Library Month – special giveaways and activities coming up at the Stittsville branch
During Library Month, libraries across Ottawa celebrate the services, resources, and opportunities that they offer their communities.
What’s new and happening in September at the Stittsville Library
The Stittsville Art Group has a display on the Art Space Wall at the Stittsville branch for the month of September. The beautiful artwork highlights the talent in Stittsville’s midst.