Free things to do in Ottawa

Sat Nov 21, 10:30 to 11:30 am

Family STEM playground at Blackburn Hamlet library

Drop in for hands-on build, test and create challenges at your own pace. All ages.

Blackburn Hamlet branch, Ottawa Public Library, 199 Glen Park Dr, Ottawa, ON · Families, all ages

Checked Nov 15 · Ottawa Public Library

Sat Nov 21, 11 am

Help Santa Toy Parade downtown, Sat Nov 21

Ottawa firefighters' Santa parade from Somerset St W down Queen Elizabeth Driveway to Lansdowne. Bring a toy to donate if you can.

Queen Elizabeth Driveway, Somerset St W to Lansdowne Park, Queen Elizabeth Driveway, Ottawa, ON · Everyone

Checked Nov 15 · Help Santa Toy Parade (Ottawa Professional Fire Fighters)

Sat Nov 21, 2 to 5 pm

Learn to play Go at Rideau library

The Ottawa Go Club runs a workshop with practice games and problems, for beginners and intermediate players.

Rideau branch, Ottawa Public Library, 377 Rideau St, Ottawa, ON · Adults

Checked Nov 15 · Ottawa Public Library

Sat Nov 21, 2 to 3 pm

Printmaking for kids at Greenboro library

Make your own stamps, print with them and take them home. Materials provided. Ages 6 to 9.

Greenboro branch, Ottawa Public Library, 363 Lorry Greenberg Dr, Ottawa, ON · Kids 6 to 9

Checked Nov 15 · Ottawa Public Library

Sat Nov 21, 2 to 3:30 pm

Restore old photos with free software, Nepean Centrepointe library

See how to scan old photos and fix scratches, colour and light with free tools. By the Ottawa PC Users' Group.

Nepean Centrepointe branch, Ottawa Public Library, 101 Centrepointe Dr, Nepean, ON · Adults

Checked Nov 15 · Ottawa Public Library

Sat Nov 21, 4 to 5 pm

Westboro carol sing and lights, Sat Nov 21

Sing holiday favourites as the courtyard canopy lights up. Free hot drinks and treats from local shops.

All Saints Anglican Church courtyard, 347 Richmond Rd, Ottawa, ON · Everyone

Checked Nov 15 · Westboro Village BIA

Sun Nov 22, 11 am to 5 pm

HoliYay Craft Market at the National Arts Centre

Browse handmade gifts from local artists and makers. Free entry, no ticket needed.

O'Brien Atrium, National Arts Centre, 1 Elgin St, Ottawa, ON · Everyone

Checked Nov 15 · National Arts Centre

Tomorrow, 6 to 8:15 pm

Free movie: Little Women at Main library

Drop in to see Greta Gerwig's Little Women (2019, 135 min) in the auditorium, with subtitles.

Main branch, Ottawa Public Library, 120 Metcalfe St, Ottawa, ON · Everyone

Checked Nov 15 · Ottawa Public Library

Tomorrow, 6 to 8:30 pm

Ottawa Art Gallery winter exhibition party

Free reception for the winter exhibitions, with speeches at 6:20 pm and the holiday art sale. Free childcare 6 to 8 pm.

Ottawa Art Gallery, 10 Daly Ave, Ottawa, ON K1N 6E2 · Everyone

The catch: Register on the event page; email the gallery to book free childcare

Checked Nov 15 · Ottawa Art Gallery

Tue Nov 17, 2 to 3 pm

Family history help at Nepean Centrepointe library

Work on your family tree with help from the Ontario Genealogical Society Ottawa Branch and library staff.

Nepean Centrepointe branch, Ottawa Public Library, 101 Centrepointe Dr, Nepean, ON · Adults

Checked Nov 15 · Ottawa Public Library

Tue Nov 17, 5:30 to 7 pm

Teen zine and craft night at Main library

Drop in to write, draw, collage and make your own zine. Materials provided.

Main branch, Ottawa Public Library, 120 Metcalfe St, Ottawa, ON · Teens 13 to 17

Checked Nov 15 · Ottawa Public Library

Tue Nov 17, 6 to 7:45 pm

Free family movie: GOAT at Greely library

Drop in to watch GOAT (100 min). Popcorn provided; bring a covered drink.

Greely branch, Ottawa Public Library, 1448 Meadow Dr, Greely, ON · Families

Checked Nov 15 · Ottawa Public Library

Tue Nov 17, 6 to 8:30 pm

Free movie: Brute Force (1947) at Main library

Themed Movie Tuesdays: the 1947 prison film Brute Force, with subtitles. For a mature audience.

Main branch, Ottawa Public Library, 120 Metcalfe St, Ottawa, ON · Adults

Checked Nov 15 · Ottawa Public Library

Wed Nov 18, 3 to 4 pm

Visit a therapy dog at Rideau library

Drop in to relax with Ruth, a certified therapy dog from Therapeutic Paws of Canada.

Rideau branch, Ottawa Public Library, 377 Rideau St, Ottawa, ON · Everyone

Checked Nov 15 · Ottawa Public Library

Thu Nov 19, 5 pm

ByWard Market tree lighting, Thu Nov 19

The Market's holiday tree lights up on George Street Plaza, with a holiday market and a new projection show.

George Street Plaza, ByWard Market, George St at ByWard Market Sq, Ottawa, ON · Everyone

Checked Nov 15 · ByWard Market District Authority

Thu Nov 19, 5 to 7 pm

Free evening at the Canadian War Museum, Thu Nov 19

General admission is free from 5 to 7 pm. Same again Thu Nov 26.

Canadian War Museum, 1 Vimy Place, Ottawa, ON K1A 0M8 · Everyone

The catch: Reserve a free timed ticket; the museum's underground parking is paid

Checked Nov 15 · Canadian War Museum

Thu Nov 19, 5 to 7 pm

Free evening at the Museum of History, Thu Nov 19

General admission is free from 5 to 7 pm in Gatineau. Same again Thu Nov 26.

Canadian Museum of History, 100 Laurier St, Gatineau, QC · Everyone

The catch: Reserve a free timed ticket; the Napoleon immersive show is not included

Checked Nov 15 · Canadian Museum of History

Thu Nov 19, 5 to 8 pm

Free evening at the Museum of Nature, Thu Nov 19

General admission is free from 5 to 8 pm. Same again Thu Nov 26.

Canadian Museum of Nature, 240 McLeod St, Ottawa, ON K2P 2R1 · Everyone

The catch: Everyone needs a ticket, even free ones: book online or get one at the door

Checked Nov 15 · Canadian Museum of Nature

Thu Nov 19, 6 to 8 pm

Meet three Ottawa mystery writers at Sunnyside library

An evening of readings and talk to celebrate the anthology A Capital Mystery Volume 2.

Sunnyside branch, Ottawa Public Library, 1049 Bank St, Ottawa, ON · Adults

Checked Nov 15 · Ottawa Public Library

Mon 2 to 4 pm (Nov 23); Fridays 2 to 4 pm (Nov 20, 27)

Dinosaur crafts on PD days at Ruth E. Dickinson library

Drop-in dinosaur crafts for Dinovember: cut, glue and colour at your own pace. English and French.

Ruth E. Dickinson branch, Ottawa Public Library, 100 Malvern Dr, Nepean, ON · Families

Checked Nov 15 · Ottawa Public Library

Mon 1 to 2:30 pm (Nov 23); Fridays 1 to 2:30 pm (Nov 20, 27)

LEGO block party at Blackburn Hamlet library

Build with LEGO with library staff: take on a challenge or free-build. Ages 4 and up with family.

Blackburn Hamlet branch, Ottawa Public Library, 199 Glen Park Dr, Ottawa, ON · Families with kids 4+

Checked Nov 15 · Ottawa Public Library

Wednesdays 4 to 6 pm (Nov 18, 25)

Drop-in chess club at Main library

Open games of chess for beginners and stronger players. Bring a board or borrow one.

Main branch, Ottawa Public Library, 120 Metcalfe St, Ottawa, ON · Everyone

Checked Nov 15 · Ottawa Public Library

Wednesdays 10:15 to 11:45 am and 6:30 to 8 pm (Nov 18, 25); Thursdays 6 to 7:30 pm (Nov 19, 26); Fridays 3 to 4:30 pm (Nov 20, 27)

English conversation groups at Main library

Practise speaking English in a relaxed group. Several sessions a week, all levels, just drop in.

Main branch, Ottawa Public Library, 120 Metcalfe St, Ottawa, ON · Adults learning English

Checked Nov 15 · Ottawa Public Library

Thursdays 11:15 to 11:45 am (Nov 19, 26); Fridays 11:15 am to 12:45 pm (Nov 20, 27)

Baby storytime and play at Ruth E. Dickinson library

Stories, rhymes and songs for babies up to 18 months, then play time on Fridays.

Ruth E. Dickinson branch, Ottawa Public Library, 100 Malvern Dr, Nepean, ON · Babies 0 to 18 months with a grown-up

Checked Nov 15 · Ottawa Public Library

Fridays 1:30 to 3:30 pm (Nov 20, 27); Sundays 1:30 to 3:30 pm (Nov 22, 29)

Board and card game social at Greenboro library

Drop in to play board games, card games or puzzles with new friends. Bring a game or use theirs.

Greenboro branch, Ottawa Public Library, 363 Lorry Greenberg Dr, Ottawa, ON · Everyone

Checked Nov 15 · Ottawa Public Library

Fridays 10 to 11:30 am (Nov 20, 27)

PD day LEGO block party at Cumberland library

Build with LEGO with library staff on PD days, or just free-build. Ages 4 and up with family.

Cumberland branch, Ottawa Public Library, 1599 Tenth Line Rd, Orléans, ON · Families with kids 4+

Checked Nov 15 · Ottawa Public Library

Any day

Andrew Haydon Park on the Ottawa River

A big City park on the Ottawa River shore, off Carling Avenue.

Andrew Haydon Park, 3127 Carling Ave, Nepean, ON · Everyone

Checked Nov 15 · City of Ottawa open data (maps.ottawa.ca)

Any day

Beryl Gaffney Park on the Rideau River

A large natural City park on the Rideau River south of Barrhaven.

Beryl Gaffney Park, 3901 Rideau Valley Dr, Nepean, ON · Everyone

Checked Nov 15 · City of Ottawa open data (maps.ottawa.ca)

Any time a branch is open, while passes are in

Borrow a free museum or ski pass from the library

With an Ottawa library card you can borrow a pass for free entry to the Museum of Nature, National Gallery, History and War museums, Ingenium museums, Mooney's Bay ski trails, Gatineau Park ski trails and Ontario Parks.

Any Ottawa Public Library branch, 120 Metcalfe St, Ottawa, ON · Ottawa Public Library card holders

The catch: Passes can't be put on hold: check availability, then pick one up in a branch. One pass at a time, up to 7 days.

Checked Nov 15 · Ottawa Public Library

Any day

Britannia Park

A large City park on the Ottawa River at the west end of Carling Ave.

Britannia Park, 2805 Carling Ave, Ottawa, ON · Everyone

Checked Nov 15 · City of Ottawa open data (maps.ottawa.ca)

Daily from Fri Nov 20: English 5:30 and 7:30 pm, French 6 and 7 pm

Footprints: free holiday light show on Heritage Hall

A 10-minute story told in light and music on the front of Heritage Hall in the ByWard Market, every evening.

Heritage Hall, ByWard Market, 55 ByWard Market Sq, Ottawa, ON K1N 9C3 · Everyone

Checked Nov 15 · ByWard Market District Authority

Thursdays 5 to 7 pm

Free Thursday evenings at the Canadian Museum of History

General admission is free every Thursday from 5 to 7 pm, across the river in Gatineau.

Canadian Museum of History, 100 Laurier St, Gatineau, QC · Everyone

The catch: Reserve a free timed ticket; the Napoleon immersive show is not included

Checked Nov 15 · Canadian Museum of History

Thursdays 5 to 8 pm

Free Thursday evenings at the Canadian Museum of Nature

General admission is free every Thursday from 5 to 8 pm: dinosaurs, the mammal and bird galleries, live bugs and the Wild Colour exhibition.

Canadian Museum of Nature, 240 McLeod St, Ottawa, ON K2P 2R1 · Everyone

The catch: Everyone needs a ticket, even free ones: book online or get one at the door

Checked Nov 15 · Canadian Museum of Nature

Thursdays 5 to 7 pm

Free Thursday evenings at the Canadian War Museum

General admission is free every Thursday from 5 to 7 pm.

Canadian War Museum, 1 Vimy Place, Ottawa, ON K1A 0M8 · Everyone

The catch: Reserve a free timed ticket; the museum's underground parking is paid

Checked Nov 15 · Canadian War Museum

Year-round; tour times vary, book online

Free guided tours of Parliament

Tour the Senate building or the House of Commons at West Block, or see the Centre Block immersive show. All free.

Parliament of Canada visitor sites, Wellington St, Ottawa, ON · Everyone

The catch: Book a free ticket for each building; House of Commons visitors need government photo ID; East Block tours are summer only

Checked Nov 15 · Visit Canada's Parliament

Daily 10 am to 3 pm until Dec 20; closed Dec 21 to Jan 3, then daily again from Jan 4

Free guided tours of Rideau Hall

A 45-minute guided tour of the Governor General's state rooms and art. The grounds are open 8 am to an hour before sunset.

Rideau Hall, 1 Sussex Dr, Ottawa, ON K1A 0A1 · Everyone

The catch: Reservation required: send the request form at least 72 hours ahead

Checked Nov 15 · Governor General of Canada: Rideau Hall

Mondays 10 am to 3 pm (Nov 16, 23)

Centre 507 outreach and harm reduction help at Main library

Outreach workers offer harm reduction supplies including naloxone kits, plus referrals to health and social services.

Main branch, Ottawa Public Library, 120 Metcalfe St, Ottawa, ON · Adults

Checked Nov 15 · Ottawa Public Library

Daily: breakfast 7 to 8 am, lunch 11 am to 12:30 pm, dinner 4 to 5:30 pm; drop-in meal 6 to 9 pm

Daily meals at Shepherds of Good Hope Community Kitchen

Breakfast, lunch and dinner every day of the year, plus a drop-in centre where staff and social workers can help.

Richcraft Hope Centre, Shepherds of Good Hope, 216 Murray St, Ottawa, ON · People experiencing homelessness or in need; all are welcome

Checked Nov 15 · Shepherds of Good Hope

Each community food bank sets its own hours

Find your local food bank with the Ottawa Food Bank lookup

Enter your address or postal code to find the community food bank that serves you. Most give 3 to 5 days of food, including fresh and frozen, once a month.

Ottawa Food Bank network (online lookup) · Ottawa residents in need, including people with no fixed address

The catch: Your food bank is set by your address; visits are limited (usually once a month)

Checked Nov 15 · Ottawa Food Bank

Lunch Tue and Thu 12 to 2 pm; breakfast 3rd Wed and Thu 9 to 11 am (Nov 18 and 19)

Free community lunches at Parkdale Food Centre

Sit-down lunch every Tuesday and Thursday, plus breakfast on the third Wednesday and Thursday of the month. Open to anyone.

Parkdale Food Centre, 30 Rosemount Ave, Unit 2, Ottawa, ON · Anyone, no catchment

The catch: First come, first served; no reservations

Checked Nov 15 · Parkdale Food Centre

Daily: breakfast 8 to 8:30 am, lunch 11:20 am to 12 pm, dinner 3 to 3:30 pm

Free daily meals at the Ottawa Mission

Community breakfast, lunch and dinner in the Mission's dining room every day. You don't need to stay at the shelter.

The Ottawa Mission, 35 Waller St, Ottawa, ON · Everyone

Checked Nov 15 · The Ottawa Mission

By appointment: Mon to Wed and Fri 8:30 am to 12 pm and 1 to 4:30 pm, Thu 8:30 am to 12 pm

Free legal help for low-income Ottawa residents

Community Legal Services of Ottawa helps with housing, work, income assistance, immigration, refugee and disability law. Phone interpreters in over 200 languages.

Community Legal Services of Ottawa, West office (also Downtown and South), 1299 Richmond Rd, Ottawa, ON K2B 7Y4 · Ottawa residents with low income (people on OW, ODSP, OAS with GIS and some others qualify automatically)

The catch: Call 613-733-0140 to book before visiting; income limits apply

Checked Nov 15 · Community Legal Services of Ottawa

Tuesdays 2 to 3 pm (Nov 17, 24)

Free tech help drop-in at Main library

Staff answer basic questions about computers, phones, programs and apps. Computer lab, 3rd floor.

Main branch, Ottawa Public Library, 120 Metcalfe St, Ottawa, ON · Adults

Checked Nov 15 · Ottawa Public Library

JFS Ottawa Wed 12 to 8 pm and Sun 12 to 5 pm; other sites Tue to Sat (e.g. Family Services Ottawa, 312 Parkdale Ave, Tue 12 to 8 pm, Sat 12 to 5 pm)

Free walk-in counselling sessions at clinics across Ottawa

One free counselling session with no appointment or referral, at several community agencies. You can also book a session ahead online.

Walk-In Counselling Clinic at JFS Ottawa (other sites too), 301-2255 Carling Ave, Ottawa, ON · Anyone: individuals, couples and families

The catch: Last walk-in is about 90 minutes before closing

Checked Nov 15 · Walk-In Counselling Clinic and Counselling Connect

Mondays 10 am to noon (Nov 16, 23)

Job search help drop-in at Nepean Centrepointe library

Meet one-on-one with an employment counsellor from Pinecrest-Queensway Employment Services.

Nepean Centrepointe branch, Ottawa Public Library, 101 Centrepointe Dr, Nepean, ON · Job seekers

Checked Nov 15 · Ottawa Public Library

Wednesdays 4:30 to 5:30 pm (Nov 18, 25)

Newcomer settlement help at Elmvale Acres library

OMRA offers free weekly drop-in help for newcomers: résumés, job search, forms and referrals.

Elmvale Acres branch, Ottawa Public Library, 1910 Saint Laurent Blvd, Ottawa, ON · Newcomers to Canada

Checked Nov 15 · Ottawa Public Library

Ongoing; 4 titles a month

Films, TV, music and comics on Hoopla with an Ottawa library card

Ottawa Public Library cardholders can stream or download up to 4 Hoopla titles a month, with no holds or late fees.

Ottawa Public Library (online) · Ottawa Public Library cardholders

The catch: Needs an OPL card and an email to register; 4 titles a month per card; streaming counts against your internet data

Checked Nov 15 · Ottawa Public Library

Ongoing

LinkedIn Learning courses free with an Ottawa library card

Over 16,000 online courses on LinkedIn Learning, free with an Ottawa Public Library card. No LinkedIn profile needed.

Ottawa Public Library (online) · Ottawa Public Library cardholders

The catch: Needs an OPL card number and PIN

Checked Nov 15 · Ottawa Public Library

Ongoing; tickets reset monthly

Stream films on Kanopy free with an Ottawa library card

Ottawa Public Library cardholders get 8 Kanopy tickets a month for films and documentaries. Kanopy Kids titles use no tickets.

Ottawa Public Library (online) · Ottawa Public Library cardholders (no card fee is listed for Ottawa residents)

The catch: Needs an Ottawa Public Library card; 8 film tickets a month

Checked Nov 15 · Ottawa Public Library

Ends Nov 20

Update your details with uOttawa for a chance at an iPad

The University of Ottawa’s advancement office is drawing one Apple iPad (about $650) among people who update their contact information.

University of Ottawa, Office of Advancement · Friends of uOttawa: donors, volunteers, event attendees or family of a uOttawa student

The catch: Fill in the update-your-information form (or send your details by email or phone); one entry per person; no purchase needed.

Checked Nov 15 · University of Ottawa · Rules

Ends Nov 30

CHEZ 106 listen-to-win: Milwaukee tool gift cards up to $6,000

CHEZ 106.1 gives away daily $250 JC Cayer gift cards for Milwaukee tools and one $6,000 grand prize gift card.

CHEZ 106.1 (Rogers) · Canadian residents who have reached the age of majority and live within CHEZ 106’s listening range, excluding those who have won an on-air prize in the last 30 days or a prize worth over $1,000 in the last 6 months.

The catch: Listen for the Milwaukee sound effect on CHEZ 106.1 and text WIN to 762-555; standard message and data rates apply; no purchase necessary; one entry per person; a skill-testing question is required to win.

Checked Nov 15 · CHEZ 106.1 Ottawa (Rogers) · Rules

Ends Dec 31

Glebe Spree: shop the Glebe or mail in to win a $2,500 shopping spree

The Glebe BIA is drawing four $2,500 Glebe shopping sprees; ballots fill with stamps from purchases at Glebe shops.

Glebe Business Improvement Area, 858 Bank St, Unit 110, Ottawa, ON · Legal residents of Canada of the age of majority

The catch: Main route is spending $150 at participating Glebe shops (one $15 stamp per $15; double stamps on Tuesdays); free entry by mailing a hand-printed request to the Glebe BIA (see rules).

Checked Nov 15 · Glebe Spree (Glebe BIA) · Rules

Ends Jul 30, 2027

Algonquin College applicants: win up to $5,000 toward tuition

One winner gets up to $5,000 credit toward full-time tuition at Algonquin College (Ottawa, Pembroke or online) for 2027-28.

Algonquin College · Canadian residents (not Quebec) of the age of majority who have applied to a full-time Algonquin program for 2027-28

The catch: Answer one question in 140 characters or less on the online form; no fee or purchase; to win you must have applied and paid the $500 tuition deposit (or a deferral) by the end of the contest.

Checked Nov 15 · Algonquin College · Rules

Mon Nov 23, 2 to 4 pm

Free family movie: Aladdin at Nepean Centrepointe library

Drop in to watch the 2019 live-action Aladdin (128 min). Bring a covered drink.

Nepean Centrepointe branch, Ottawa Public Library, 101 Centrepointe Dr, Nepean, ON · Families

Checked Nov 15 · Ottawa Public Library

Mon Nov 23, 6 to 7:55 pm

Free movie: Atomic Blonde at Main library

Drop in to see Atomic Blonde (2017, 115 min) with English subtitles.

Main branch, Ottawa Public Library, 120 Metcalfe St, Ottawa, ON · Adults

Checked Nov 15 · Ottawa Public Library

Tue Nov 24, 2 to 3 pm

E-bikes and e-scooters for older adults: Greenboro library talk

Learn how e-bikes and e-scooters can help you stay mobile as you age, plus the rules in Ottawa and Ontario.

Greenboro branch, Ottawa Public Library, 363 Lorry Greenberg Dr, Ottawa, ON · Adults and older adults

Checked Nov 15 · Ottawa Public Library

Tue Nov 24, 6 to 7:30 pm

Acoustic music jam at Rockcliffe Park library

Drop in and play with other musicians. Bring your own acoustic instrument. Ages 16+.

Rockcliffe Park branch, Ottawa Public Library, 380 Springfield Rd, Ottawa, ON · Musicians 16+

Checked Nov 15 · Ottawa Public Library

Tue Nov 24, 6 to 8:30 pm

Free movie: Sing Sing at Main library

Themed Movie Tuesdays: Sing Sing (2023, 105 min), with subtitles. For a mature audience.

Main branch, Ottawa Public Library, 120 Metcalfe St, Ottawa, ON · Adults

Checked Nov 15 · Ottawa Public Library

Tue Nov 24, 7:30 to 9 pm

Free uOttawa student recital at the NAC

Top uOttawa music students play piano, trumpet and violin on the NAC Fourth Stage.

Fourth Stage, National Arts Centre, 1 Elgin St, Ottawa, ON · Everyone

The catch: Register ahead on the NAC page (free)

Checked Nov 15 · National Arts Centre

Wed Nov 25, 7 to 8:15 pm

Free art talk at the NAC with Derek McCormack and Micah Lexier

An informal talk on art, text and collaboration, hosted by Ottawa Public Library, with a Q&A.

National Arts Centre (Ottawa Public Library event), 1 Elgin St, Ottawa, ON · Adults

The catch: Get a free ticket from the NAC first

Checked Nov 15 · Ottawa Public Library

Thu Nov 26, 1 to 3 pm

Euchre club for seniors at Sunnyside library

Play euchre and meet people. A guide teaches beginners. No registration.

Sunnyside branch, Ottawa Public Library, 1049 Bank St, Ottawa, ON · Seniors

Checked Nov 15 · Ottawa Public Library

Fri Nov 27, 11 am to noon

Simple machines STEAM program at Main library

Explore the simple machines you find in a park. Drop in, ages 6 and up.

Main branch, Ottawa Public Library, 120 Metcalfe St, Ottawa, ON · Kids 6+

Checked Nov 15 · Ottawa Public Library

Fri Nov 27, 2 to 4 pm

Free family movie: Abominable at Nepean Centrepointe library

Drop in to watch Abominable (97 min). Bring a covered drink.

Nepean Centrepointe branch, Ottawa Public Library, 101 Centrepointe Dr, Nepean, ON · Families

Checked Nov 15 · Ottawa Public Library

Sat Nov 28, 10:30 to 11:30 am

Sensory storytime at Greenboro library

Storytime with dimmed lights, sensory toys, a smaller group and open play. A caregiver stays the whole time.

Greenboro branch, Ottawa Public Library, 363 Lorry Greenberg Dr, Ottawa, ON · Kids with a parent or caregiver

Checked Nov 15 · Ottawa Public Library

Sat Nov 28, 11 am to 12:30 pm

Money basics workshop at Rideau library

Learn to read a pay stub, make a budget and save more. For adults.

Rideau branch, Ottawa Public Library, 377 Rideau St, Ottawa, ON · Adults

Checked Nov 15 · Ottawa Public Library

Sat Nov 28, 11:15 am to 12:15 pm

Make paper holiday ornaments at Nepean Centrepointe library

Make paper ornaments to take home. Materials provided while they last.

Nepean Centrepointe branch, Ottawa Public Library, 101 Centrepointe Dr, Nepean, ON · Everyone

The catch: While materials last

Checked Nov 15 · Ottawa Public Library

Sat Nov 28, 2 to 3 pm

Author talk with Cam Gordon at Main library

Meet writer Cam Gordon, author of Track Changes, ask questions and mingle.

Main branch, Ottawa Public Library, 120 Metcalfe St, Ottawa, ON · Adults

Checked Nov 15 · Ottawa Public Library

Sun Nov 29, 3:30 to 5 pm

Free Carleton University Choir concert

The Carleton University Choir performs at the Dominion-Chalmers Centre downtown.

Carleton Dominion-Chalmers Centre, 355 Cooper St, Ottawa, ON K2P 0E2 · Everyone

Checked Nov 15 · Carleton University Music

Sun Nov 29, 5:30 pm

Barrhaven Santa Claus Parade, Sun Nov 29

Evening Santa Claus parade through Barrhaven. Route map is on the parade website.

Barrhaven (see route map on the parade website), Barrhaven, Ottawa, ON · Everyone

Checked Nov 15 · Barrhaven Santa Claus Parade Committee

Sun Nov 29, 7:30 to 9 pm

Free Carleton saxophone ensemble concert

Carleton music students' saxophone ensemble plays an evening concert at Dominion-Chalmers.

Carleton Dominion-Chalmers Centre, 355 Cooper St, Ottawa, ON K2P 0E2 · Everyone

Checked Nov 15 · Carleton University Music