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Little Gatherings

Find your village one little gathering at a time.

Playgroups, classes, support circles, and outings for new moms, dads, and caregivers of little ones.

Support & Education
Free

Parenting in Ottawa Drop-ins — Orléans-Cumberland CRC

Thu, Oct 15 · 1:30 p.m.–3:30 p.m. · 240 Centrum Boulevard, Orléans

+ 2 more sessions scheduled

Free in-person public health nurse support for infant feeding, growth and development, perinatal mental health and more.

Support & Education
Free

Virtual Special Needs Support Drop-In

Thu, Oct 15 · 8:00 p.m.–9:00 p.m. · Online

+ 1 more session scheduled

Parents and caregivers of children aged six and under with special needs can share, connect and support one another. No group October 22.

Playgroup
Free

450 Laurier Drop-in Playgroup

Fri, Oct 16 · 9:30 a.m.–11:00 a.m. · 450 Laurier Ave West

+ 2 more sessions scheduled

Learning and play with families and caregivers in the lounge. Indoor shoes required. Begins October 9.

Support & Education
Free

Parenting in Ottawa Drop-ins — Bayshore Community Building

Fri, Oct 16 · 10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. · 175 Woodridge Crescent, Nepean

+ 2 more sessions scheduled

Free in-person public health nurse support for infant feeding, growth and development, perinatal mental health and more.

Playgroup
Free

Bilingual Babytime + Stay & Play (Fridays) | Bébés à la biblio et jouons à la biblio bilingue (Vendredis)

Fri, Oct 16 · 11:15 a.m.–12:15 p.m. · Ruth E. Dickinson Library

+ 6 more sessions scheduled

Stories, rhymes and songs in English and French followed by time to socialize, explore, and play. Drop-in. For ages 0-18 months with a parent or...

Support & Education
Free

First Aid for Parents and Grandparents

Sat, Oct 17 · 9:00 a.m.–11:00 a.m. · 475 Evered Avenue, Ottawa, ON K1Z 5K9

Two-hour class covering infant and child first aid, CPR, choking, breathing emergencies, allergic reactions, injuries, burns and poisoning. Cost: $50 per participant.

Playgroup
Free

Saturday Drop-in Playgroups

Sat, Oct 17 · 9:30 a.m.–11:00 a.m. · 75 Waterbridge Dr

+ 1 more session scheduled

Learning activities, sensory play and opportunities to connect with other families and caregivers. Indoor shoes required.

Support & Education
Free

Parenting in Ottawa Drop-ins — Canadian Mothercraft of Ottawa

Sat, Oct 17 · 10:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m. · 475 Evered Avenue, Ottawa

+ 2 more sessions scheduled

Free in-person public health nurse support for infant feeding, growth and development, perinatal mental health and more.

Support & Education
Free

Saturday Family Storytime (Sept-Dec) / Heure du conte du samedi (sept - déc)

Sat, Oct 17 · 10:00 a.m.–10:30 a.m. · Cumberland Library

+ 7 more sessions scheduled

Join us for stories, rhymes, and songs for preschool children and a parent/caregiver. Drop-in program (registration is not required) Please note there is no program...

Playgroup
Free

Saturday Family Storytime and Stay & Play

Sat, Oct 17 · 10:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m. · Carp Library

+ 3 more sessions scheduled

Family Storytime 10:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Stories, rhymes, and songs for preschool children and a parent/caregiver. Stay & Play 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m...

Playgroup
Free

Saturday Storytime with Stay and Play

Sat, Oct 17 · 10:30 a.m.–11:30 a.m. · Stittsville Library

+ 1 more session scheduled

Stories, rhymes, and songs for children ages 0-5, accompanied by a parent or caregiver. Join other children and their parent or caregiver after Storytime for...

Support & Education
Free

Saturday Family Storytime

Sat, Oct 17 · 10:30 a.m.–11:00 a.m. · Centennial Library

+ 7 more sessions scheduled

Join us for stories, rhymes, and songs for children of all ages.​ All children welcome with a parent ​or caregiver. Drop in.

Support & Education
Free

Bilingual Family Storytime & Craft | Conte en famille bilingue et bricolage

Sat, Oct 17 · 10:30 a.m.–11:30 a.m. · Ruth E. Dickinson Library

Join us for a bilingual family storytime followed by a craft. Family program. Drop-in. Soyez des nôtres pour un conte en famille bilingue suivi d’un...

Support & Education
Free

Saturday Family Storytime

Sat, Oct 17 · 10:30 a.m.–11:00 a.m. · Hazeldean Library

+ 6 more sessions scheduled

Stories, rhymes and songs for children of all ages and a parent or caregiver. 30 min. Drop in.

Support & Education
Free

Sensory Storytime

Sat, Oct 17 · 10:30 a.m.–11:30 a.m. · Greenboro Library

+ 3 more sessions scheduled

Join us for a program that features: dimmed lighting sensory toys a smaller number of participants an adapted circle time with stories, rhymes and songs...

Support & Education
Free

Saturday Morning Storytime

Sat, Oct 17 · 10:30 a.m.–11:00 a.m. · Nepean Centrepointe Library

+ 3 more sessions scheduled

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

Support & Education
Free

Silly Saturday Storytime

Sat, Oct 17 · 10:30 a.m.–11:00 a.m. · Beaverbrook Library

+ 1 more session scheduled

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

Playgroup
Free

Saturday Storytime

Sat, Oct 17 · 10:30 a.m.–11:00 a.m. · Richmond Library

+ 7 more sessions scheduled

Stories, rhymes, and songs for children ages 0-5, accompanied by a parent or caregiver. * Please note , there is no Stay and Play after...

Playgroup
Free

Saturday Family Storytime followed by a Stay and Play

Sat, Oct 17 · 11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. · Emerald Plaza Library

+ 1 more session scheduled

Stories, rhymes and songs for children of all ages and a parent or caregiver. Stay and play following storytime. Meet new friends and play with...

Support & Education
Free

Parenting in Ottawa Drop-ins — St. Laurent Complex

Sun, Oct 18 · 10:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m. · 525 Côté Street, Ottawa

+ 1 more session scheduled

Free in-person public health nurse support for infant feeding, growth and development, perinatal mental health and more.

Support & Education
Free

Sunday Family Storytime

Sun, Oct 18 · 10:30 a.m.–11:00 a.m. · Hazeldean Library

+ 3 more sessions scheduled

Stories, rhymes and songs for children of all ages and a parent or caregiver. 30 min. Drop in.

Support & Education
Free

Blabey Bonanza: Storytime and Craft | Bonanza Blabey : Conte en famille et bricolage

Sun, Oct 18 · 10:30 a.m.–11:30 a.m. · Ruth E. Dickinson Library

Join us for a special bilingual storytime and craft highlighting beloved children’s author and illustrator Aaron Blabey! We’ll read stories, sing songs, and participate in...

Support & Education
Free

Sunday Morning Family Storytime

Sun, Oct 18 · 10:30 a.m.–11:30 a.m. · Nepean Centrepointe Library

+ 7 more sessions scheduled

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

Support & Education
Free

Family Storytime

Sun, Oct 18 · 11:00 a.m.–11:45 a.m. · Main Library

+ 7 more sessions scheduled

Stories, rhymes, and songs for children of all ages and a parent or caregiver. Drop-in program. Family program.​

Support & Education
Free

Sunday Family Storytime / Heure du conte du dimanche (Sept.-Dec.)

Sun, Oct 18 · 11:00 a.m.–11:30 a.m. · Cumberland Library

+ 3 more sessions scheduled

Join us for stories, rhymes, and songs for preschool children and a parent/caregiver. ​ ​Soyez des nôtres pour des contes, comptines et chansons pour les...

Playgroup
Free

Westboro Infant Drop-in Playgroup

Mon, Oct 19 · 9:30 a.m.–11:00 a.m. · 475 Evered Ave

+ 1 more session scheduled

Indoor playgroup for infants. Limited spaces; only one adult per infant. Indoor shoes required. Closed October 12.

Support & Education
Free

Family Storytime

Mon, Oct 19 · 9:30 a.m.–10:00 a.m. · Rockcliffe Park Library

+ 10 more sessions scheduled

Stories, rhymes, and songs for children of all ages and a parent or caregiver. Drop-in program.

Playgroup
Free

Sensory Play Time at Brantwood Fieldhouse

Mon, Oct 19 · 10:00 a.m.–11:30 a.m. · 39 Onslow Cres

Sensory activities and opportunities to connect with other families and caregivers. Spaces limited; indoor shoes required.

Playgroup
Free

Toddlertime (Sept-Dec)

Mon, Oct 19 · 10:00 a.m.–10:30 a.m. · Cumberland Library

+ 6 more sessions scheduled

Stories, rhymes and songs for toddlers and a parent or caregiver. 19-35 months. "Stay & Play": join us in our children's area to play and...

Playgroup
Free

Monday Storytime and Stay and Play

Mon, Oct 19 · 10:15 a.m.–11:15 a.m. · Sunnyside Library

+ 6 more sessions scheduled

Join us for a half hour of stories, rhymes and songs for children of all ages and a parent or caregiver. After storytime, stay for...

Support & Education
Free

Family Storytime

Mon, Oct 19 · 10:30 a.m.–11:00 a.m. · Greenboro Library

+ 6 more sessions scheduled

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

Support & Education
Free

Toddlertime @ 10:30 | Tout-petits à la biblio à 10h30

Mon, Oct 19 · 10:30 a.m.–11:00 a.m. · Ruth E. Dickinson Library

+ 6 more sessions scheduled

Stories, rhymes and songs for toddlers together with their parents or caregivers. Ages 19 to 35 months. Drop-in. This program is offered in English. Des...

Playgroup
Free

Family Storytime

Mon, Oct 19 · 10:30 a.m.–11:30 a.m. · North Gower Library

+ 7 more sessions scheduled

Stories, songs and rhymes for children of all ages and a parent or guardian. Program from 10:30 – 11:00am Stay & Play from 11:00 – 11:30am Drop-In.

Playgroup
Free

Family Storytime, followed by Stay and Play

Mon, Oct 19 · 10:30 a.m.–11:30 a.m. · St-Laurent Library

+ 8 more sessions scheduled

Stories, rhymes and songs for children of all ages and a parent or caregiver, followed by time for parents to socialize and help their little...

Playgroup
Free

Family Storytime

Mon, Oct 19 · 10:30 a.m.–11:30 a.m. · Greely Library

Stories, rhymes and songs for children of all ages and a parent or caregiver, then join us for a Stay and Play. Drop-in.

Playgroup
Free

Monday Morning Family Storytime & Stay and Play

Mon, Oct 19 · 10:30 a.m.–11:30 a.m. · Nepean Centrepointe Library

+ 6 more sessions scheduled

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

Support & Education
Free

Hypermobility in Pediatrics: Why Should You Care?

Mon, Oct 19 · 11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. · Online

Free workshop on recognizing and minimizing physical stress from hypermobility and its connections with autism, ADHD and anxiety. Facilitator: On the Ball Pediatric Therapy.

Playgroup
Free

Babytime / Bébés à la biblio

Mon, Oct 19 · 11:00 a.m.–11:30 a.m. · North Gloucester Library

+ 6 more sessions scheduled

Stories, rhymes and songs for babies and a parent or caregiver, followed by Stay and Play. 0-18 months. ​ Contes, comptines et chansons pour les...

Support & Education
Free

Toddlertime @ 11:15 | Tout-petits à la biblio à 11h15

Mon, Oct 19 · 11:15 a.m.–11:45 a.m. · Ruth E. Dickinson Library

+ 6 more sessions scheduled

Stories, rhymes and songs for toddlers together with their parents or caregivers. Ages 19 to 35 months. Drop-in. This program is offered in English. Des...

Support & Education
Free

Parenting in Ottawa Drop-ins — Andrew Fleck Children's Services

Mon, Oct 19 · 1:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m. · 2330 Don Reid Drive #101, Ottawa

+ 1 more session scheduled

Free in-person public health nurse support for infant feeding, growth and development, perinatal mental health and more.

Support & Education
Free

STEAM Storytime / Heure de contes STIAM

Mon, Oct 19 · 3:30 p.m.–4:30 p.m. · Main Library

+ 6 more sessions scheduled

Join us for a story and a fun-filled STEAM activity! Drop-in activity. For ages 4+. Rejoignez-nous pour un conte et une activité STIAM! Activité portes-ouvertes...

Support & Education
Free

Starry night Storytime

Mon, Oct 19 · 6:30 p.m.–7:00 p.m. · Nepean Centrepointe Library

+ 6 more sessions scheduled

Wear your pajamas, bring along your favourite stuffie, and come get cozy with us! Stories, rhymes, and songs for children of all ages and parents...

Support & Education
Free

Babytime - Fall Session 1 (10:15 am)

Tue, Oct 20 · 10:15 a.m.–11:15 a.m. · Hazeldean Library

Stories, rhymes and songs for babies and a parent or caregiver followed by time for parents to socialize and help their babies interact with toys...

Playgroup
Free

Family Storytime with Stay and Play

Tue, Oct 20 · 10:30 a.m.–11:30 a.m. · Stittsville Library

Please join us for stories, rhymes, and songs for children of all ages. Join other children and their parent or caregiver after Storytime for our...

Support & Education
Free

Bilingual Family Storytime | Contes en famille bilingue

Tue, Oct 20 · 10:30 a.m.–11:00 a.m. · Greenboro Library

+ 6 more sessions scheduled

Stories, rhymes and songs for children of all ages and a parent or a caregiver. Drop-in program. Family program. Contes, comptines et chansons pour les...

Playgroup
Free

Family Storytime and Stay & Play

Tue, Oct 20 · 10:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m. · Constance Bay Library

+ 5 more sessions scheduled

Family Storytime 10:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Stories, rhymes, and songs for preschool children and a parent/caregiver. Stay & Play 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m...

Support & Education
Free

Family Storytime at Vanier / Contes et chansons en familles à Vanier

Tue, Oct 20 · 10:30 a.m.–11:00 a.m. · Vanier Library

+ 8 more sessions scheduled

Stories, rhymes and songs for children of all ages and a parent or caregiver. Drop-in program. Contes, comptines et chansons pour les enfants de tous...

Playgroup
Free

Family Storytime

Tue, Oct 20 · 10:30 a.m.–11:00 a.m. · Osgoode Library

Stories, rhymes and songs for children of all ages and a parent or caregiver. Meet new friends after storytime at Stay and Play!

Support & Education
Free

Bilingual Family Storytime / Contes en famille bilingue

Tue, Oct 20 · 10:30 a.m.–11:00 a.m. · Nepean Centrepointe Library

+ 7 more sessions scheduled

Stories, rhymes & songs for children, parents and caregivers. Contes, comptines et chansons pour les enfants de tous âges et un parent ou gardien.

Playgroup
Free

Bilingual Family Storytime / Contes en famille bilingue

Tue, Oct 20 · 10:30 a.m.–11:30 a.m. · Rideau Library

Stories, rhymes and songs for children of all ages and a parent or caregiver. Followed by 30 minutes of "stay and play" for those who...

Playgroup
Free

Bilingual Family Storytime + Stay & Play / Contes en famille + Jouons à la biblio

Tue, Oct 20 · 10:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m. · Richmond Library

+ 5 more sessions scheduled

Stories, rhymes, and songs for families with young children. ​The first half hour will be an interactive storytime program. ​The last half hour there will...

Support & Education
Free

Tuesday Morning Babytime

Tue, Oct 20 · 10:30 a.m.–11:00 a.m. · Rosemount Library

+ 6 more sessions scheduled

Stories, rhymes and songs for babies and a parent or caregiver. 0-18 months Please note: October 27 – no program

Playgroup
Free

Babytime, followed by Stay and Play / Bébés à la biblio, suivi de Jouons à la biblio

Tue, Oct 20 · 10:30 a.m.–11:30 a.m. · St-Laurent Library

+ 7 more sessions scheduled

Stories, rhymes and songs for babies and a parent or caregiver followed by time for parents to socialize and help their little ones to interact...

Playgroup
Free

Babytime & Stay and Play | Bébés à la biblio & Jouons à la biblio

Tue, Oct 20 · 10:30 a.m.–11:00 a.m. · Main Library

+ 6 more sessions scheduled

Stories, rhymes and songs for babies 0 -18 months and a parent or caregiver. Feel free to stay after the program to play and chat...

Playgroup
Free

Babytime

Tue, Oct 20 · 10:30 a.m.–11:30 a.m. · Centennial Library

+ 6 more sessions scheduled

Join us for stories, rhymes, and songs for babies (ages 0-18 months) and a parent/caregiver.​ Program from 10:30 AM to 11:00 AM​ Stay & Play...

Playgroup
Free

Babytime & Stay and Play | Bébés à la biblio & Jouons à la biblio

Tue, Oct 20 · 10:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m. · Elmvale Acres Library

+ 6 more sessions scheduled

Stories, rhymes and songs for babies and a parent or caregiver, followed by Stay and Play. 0-18 months. ​ Contes, comptines et chansons pour les...

Playgroup
Free

Babytime followed by a Stay and Play

Tue, Oct 20 · 10:30 a.m.–11:30 a.m. · Emerald Plaza Library

Stories, rhymes, and songs for babies ages 0-18 months and a parent or caregiver. Stay and chat after Babytime with toys and books for the...

Support & Education
Free

From Tummy Time to First Steps

Tue, Oct 20 · 11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. · Online

Free workshop on supporting movement development and the foundations of walking through everyday play. Facilitator: Play On Pediatric Therapy.

Playgroup
Free

Babytime

Tue, Oct 20 · 11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. · Beaverbrook Library

Stories, rhymes and songs for babies and a parent or caregiver. 0-18 months. Drop-in. Followed by a Stay and Play.

Support & Education
Free

Babytime

Tue, Oct 20 · 11:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m. · Greenboro Library

+ 6 more sessions scheduled

Stories, rhymes and songs for babies 0-18 months and a parent or caregiver. Drop In.

Support & Education
Free

Babytime - Fall Session 1 (11:30 am)

Tue, Oct 20 · 11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. · Hazeldean Library

Stories, rhymes and songs for babies and a parent or caregiver followed by time for parents to socialize and help their babies interact with toys...

Support & Education
Free

Family Storytime

Tue, Oct 20 · 12:00 p.m.–12:30 p.m. · Vernon Library

Stories, rhymes and songs for children of all ages and a parent or caregiver. Feel free to stay after the program to play and chat...

Support & Education
Free

Parenting in Ottawa Drop-ins — Ottawa Public Library, Ruth E. Dickinson

Tue, Oct 20 · 1:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m. · 100 Malvern Drive, Nepean

+ 1 more session scheduled

Free in-person public health nurse support for infant feeding, growth and development, perinatal mental health and more.

Support & Education
Free

Parenting in Ottawa Drop-ins — Vanier Community Services Centre

Tue, Oct 20 · 1:30 p.m.–3:30 p.m. · 270 Marier Ave, Vanier

+ 1 more session scheduled

Free in-person public health nurse support for infant feeding, growth and development, perinatal mental health and more.

Playgroup
Free

Storytime and Stay & Play

Tue, Oct 20 · 1:30 p.m.–2:30 p.m. · Manotick Library

+ 7 more sessions scheduled

Family Storytime 1:30 pm - 2:00 pm. Join us for fun stories, rhymes, and songs for preschool children with a parent/caregiver. Stay & Play 2:00-2:30...

Support & Education
Free

Babytime | Bébés à la biblio

Tue, Oct 20 · 1:30 p.m.–2:00 p.m. · Orléans Library

+ 6 more sessions scheduled

Stories, rhymes and songs for babies and a parent or caregiver.​ Ages 0-18 months. Drop-in program. * No program on Tuesday, October 27. Contes, comptines...

Support & Education
Free

Tuesday Afternoon Babytime

Tue, Oct 20 · 2:00 p.m.–2:30 p.m. · Rosemount Library

+ 6 more sessions scheduled

Stories, rhymes and songs for babies and a parent or caregiver. 0-18 months Please note: October 27 – no program

Support & Education
Free

Babytime

Tue, Oct 20 · 2:00 p.m.–2:30 p.m. · Alta Vista Library

+ 6 more sessions scheduled

Stories, rhymes, and songs for babies (0-18 months) and their parents or caregivers. English drop-in program. * No program on Tuesday, October 27th.

Support & Education
Free

Babytime / Bébés à la biblio - Sunnyside

Tue, Oct 20 · 2:30 p.m.–3:00 p.m. · Sunnyside Library

+ 6 more sessions scheduled

Stories, rhymes and songs for babies and a parent or caregiver in the afternoons. 0-18 months. Contes, comptines et chansons pour les bébés et leurs...

Support & Education
Free

Afternoon Storytime (Oct.-Dec.)

Tue, Oct 20 · 4:00 p.m.–4:30 p.m. · Cumberland Library

+ 6 more sessions scheduled

Join us for stories and activities for children ages 3-6 and a parent/caregiver. Note: no program on October 27.

Support & Education
Free

Parenting in Ottawa Drop-ins — Rural Family Connections, Metcalfe

Wed, Oct 21 · 9:00 a.m.–11:00 a.m. · 8243 Victoria Street, Metcalfe

Free in-person public health nurse support for infant feeding, growth and development, perinatal mental health and more.

Playgroup
Free

Parent & Caregiver Drop-in Playgroup

Wed, Oct 21 · 9:30 a.m.–11:00 a.m. · 75 Waterbridge Dr

+ 1 more session scheduled

Learning activities and opportunities to connect with other families and caregivers. Indoor shoes required.

Support & Education
Free

Virtual Postpartum Support Drop-in

Wed, Oct 21 · 10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. · Online

+ 1 more session scheduled

For mothers with infants aged 0–12 months who are experiencing perinatal mental health challenges.

Support & Education
Free

Babytime (Sept.-Dec.)

Wed, Oct 21 · 10:00 a.m.–10:30 a.m. · Cumberland Library

+ 5 more sessions scheduled

Stories, rhymes, and songs for babies (ages 0-18 months) and a parent/caregiver. Note: No program on September 30, October 28, or November 11.

Playgroup
Free

Family Storytime / Contes en famille

Wed, Oct 21 · 10:15 a.m.–11:15 a.m. · Beaverbrook Library

Stories, rhymes, and songs for children of all ages and a parent or caregiver. Drop-in program. Followed by a Stay and Play. Contes, comptines et...

Support & Education
Free

Family Storytime / Contes en famille

Wed, Oct 21 · 10:15 a.m.–10:45 a.m. · North Gloucester Library

+ 5 more sessions scheduled

Stories, rhymes and songs for children of all ages and a parent or a caregiver. Drop-in program. Family program. Contes, comptines et chansons pour les...

Playgroup
Free

Family Storytime

Wed, Oct 21 · 10:15 a.m.–11:00 a.m. · Orléans Library

+ 5 more sessions scheduled

Stories, rhymes, and songs for children of all ages and a parent or caregiver. ​This program is followed by "Stay & Play" in the kids'...

Support & Education
Free

Wednesday Storytime

Wed, Oct 21 · 10:15 a.m.–10:45 a.m. · Sunnyside Library

+ 6 more sessions scheduled

Stories, rhymes and songs for children of all ages and a parent or caregiver. In English. Every Wednesday, 10:15am. Drop-in program. Please note there will...

Support & Education
Free

Toddlertime - Fall Session 1

Wed, Oct 21 · 10:15 a.m.–10:45 a.m. · Hazeldean Library

Stories, rhymes and songs for toddlers and a parent or caregiver. 19-35 months. 30 min. Drop in.

Support & Education
Free

Toddlertime

Wed, Oct 21 · 10:15 a.m.–10:45 a.m. · Main Library

Stories, rhymes and songs for toddlers together with their parents or caregivers. Drop-in activity. Ages 18-36 months. ***There will be no Toddlertime Wednesday, September 30.

Playgroup
Free

Family Storytime & Stay and Play | Contes en famille & Jouons à la biblio

Wed, Oct 21 · 10:30 a.m.–11:30 a.m. · Elmvale Acres Library

+ 5 more sessions scheduled

Stories, rhymes, and songs for children of all ages and a parent/caregiver. Drop-in program. Join us to play and chat following the program. There will...

Playgroup
Free

Storytime with Stay & Play

Wed, Oct 21 · 10:30 a.m.–11:30 a.m. · Manotick Library

+ 6 more sessions scheduled

Family Storytime 10:30 am – 11:00 am. Join us for fun stories, rhymes, and songs for preschool children with a parent/caregiver. Stay & Play 11:00...

Playgroup
Free

Family Storytime & Stay and Play | Contes en famille et Jouons à la biblio (Fall/Automne 2026)

Wed, Oct 21 · 10:30 a.m.–11:30 a.m. · Blackburn Hamlet Library

+ 7 more sessions scheduled

Stories, rhymes, and songs families with young children. ​The first half hour will be an interactive storytime program. ​The last half hour there will be...

Playgroup
Free

Conte en famille et jouons à la biblio | Family Storytime + Stay & Play

Wed, Oct 21 · 10:30 a.m.–11:30 a.m. · Ruth E. Dickinson Library

+ 5 more sessions scheduled

Contes, comptines et chansons pour les enfants de tous âges et un parent ou gardien. Joignez-nous après notre Contes en famille pour jouer et socialiser...

Playgroup
Free

Family Storytime

Wed, Oct 21 · 10:30 a.m.–11:30 a.m. · Centennial Library

+ 5 more sessions scheduled

Stories, songs and rhymes for children of all ages and a parent or guardian. Program from 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM Stay & Play from...

Playgroup
Free

Family Storytime followed by a Stay and Play

Wed, Oct 21 · 10:30 a.m.–11:30 a.m. · Emerald Plaza Library

Stories, rhymes and songs for children of all ages and a parent or caregiver. Stay and Play following storytime. Meet new friends and play with...

Playgroup
Free

Family Storytime

Wed, Oct 21 · 10:30 a.m.–11:30 a.m. · Munster Library

+ 10 more sessions scheduled

Stories, rhymes, and songs for families with young children. ​The first half hour will be an interactive Storytime program, followed by a Stay & Play...

Playgroup
Free

Family Storytime and Stay & Play

Wed, Oct 21 · 10:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m. · Carp Library

+ 5 more sessions scheduled

Family Storytime 10:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Stories, rhymes, and songs for preschool children and a parent/caregiver. Stay & Play 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m...

Support & Education
Free

Family Storytime

Wed, Oct 21 · 10:30 a.m.–11:00 a.m. · Alta Vista Library

+ 5 more sessions scheduled

Stories, rhymes and songs for children of all ages and their parents or caregivers. Wednesdays, 10:30- 11:00 am. English drop-in program. *No Program on Wednesday,...

Playgroup
Free

Wednesday Morning Toddlertime & Stay and Play

Wed, Oct 21 · 10:30 a.m.–11:00 a.m. · Nepean Centrepointe Library

+ 6 more sessions scheduled

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

Playgroup
Free

Babytime

Wed, Oct 21 · 11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. · North Gower Library

+ 7 more sessions scheduled

Stories, rhymes and songs for babies 0-18 months and a parent or caregiver followed by Stay and Play. Storytime @ 11:00 Stay and Play @ 11:30 Drop-In

Support & Education
Free

Parenting in Ottawa Drop-ins — Ottawa Public Library, Beaverbrook

Wed, Oct 21 · 1:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m. · 2500 Campeau Drive, Kanata

+ 1 more session scheduled

Free in-person public health nurse support for infant feeding, growth and development, perinatal mental health and more.

Support & Education
Free

Babytime

Wed, Oct 21 · 1:30 p.m.–2:00 p.m. · Manotick Library

+ 6 more sessions scheduled

Stories, rhymes and songs for babies (newborn to 18 months) with a parent or caregiver. Drop-in program.

Support & Education
Free

Boo, Books and Bubbles

Wed, Oct 21 · 3:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m. · Online

Free workshop for parents and caregivers of infants featuring festive activities to build language and communication skills. Facilitator: ABC Pediatric Therapies.

Playgroup
Free

Drop-in Playgroup at Paul Dewar Fieldhouse

Thu, Oct 22 · 9:30 a.m.–11:00 a.m. · 29 Van Lang Pvt

+ 1 more session scheduled

Learning activities and opportunities to connect with other families and caregivers. Indoor shoes required. Closed October 15.

Playgroup
Free

Drop-in Playgroup with CHEO

Thu, Oct 22 · 10:00 a.m.–11:30 a.m. · 75 Waterbridge Dr

+ 1 more session scheduled

For families who are CHEO clients, waiting for services, or concerned about their child's development. CHEO staff provide information and resources.

Support & Education
Free

Bilingual Family Storytime | Contes en famille bilingue

Thu, Oct 22 · 10:15 a.m.–10:45 a.m. · Hazeldean Library

Stories, rhymes and songs for children of all ages and a parent or caregiver. 30 min. Drop in. Contes, comptines et chansons pour les enfants...

Support & Education
Free

Bilingual Storytime / Heure du conte bilingue

Thu, Oct 22 · 10:15 a.m.–10:45 a.m. · Sunnyside Library

+ 6 more sessions scheduled

It's our bilingual storytime! Stories, songs and games for children and their accompanying parent or guardian. Registration not required. ***************************************************** C'est l'heure du conte bilingue!...

Support & Education
Free

Bilingual Family Storytime - Contes en famille bilingue

Thu, Oct 22 · 10:30 a.m.–11:30 a.m. · Metcalfe village Library

Stories, rhymes and songs for children of all ages and a parent or caregiver. Drop-in program.​ Thursdays at 10:30-11:00 am followed by a half hour...

Playgroup
Free

Toddlertime

Thu, Oct 22 · 10:30 a.m.–11:30 a.m. · Centennial Library

+ 6 more sessions scheduled

Stories, rhymes and songs for toddlers and a parent or caregiver. Program from 10:30 – 11:00am Stay & Play from 11:00 – 11:30am For ages 19-35 months. Drop-In.

Playgroup
Free

Storytime and Stay & Play

Thu, Oct 22 · 10:30 a.m.–11:30 a.m. · Richmond Library

+ 6 more sessions scheduled

Stories, rhymes and songs for children of all ages and a parent or caregiver. Stay and play following storytime. * Please note there is no...

Support & Education
Free

Family Storytime / Contes en famille

Thu, Oct 22 · 10:30 a.m.–11:00 a.m. · Rosemount Library

+ 6 more sessions scheduled

Stories, rhymes, and songs for children of all ages and a parent or caregiver. Drop-in program. Family program. _________ Contes, comptines et chansons pour les...

Support & Education
Free

Family Storytime (Thursdays) | Conte en famille (Jeudis)

Thu, Oct 22 · 10:30 a.m.–11:00 a.m. · Ruth E. Dickinson Library

+ 6 more sessions scheduled

Stories, rhymes and songs for children of all ages and their parents or caregivers. Family program. Drop-in. This program is offered in English. Contes, comptines...

Playgroup
Free

Babytime / Bébés à la biblio

Thu, Oct 22 · 10:30 a.m.–11:30 a.m. · Rideau Library

Stories, rhymes and songs for babies and a parent or caregiver. Followed by time to stay and play. 0-18 months. Récits, comptines et chansons pour...

Playgroup
Free

Babytime & Stay and Play

Thu, Oct 22 · 10:30 a.m.–11:30 a.m. · Nepean Centrepointe Library

+ 6 more sessions scheduled

Stories, rhymes and songs for babies ages 0-18 months and a parent or caregiver. Followed by Stay and Play.

Playgroup
Free

Babytime + Stay & Play (Thursdays) | Bébés à la biblio et jouons à la biblio (Jeudis)

Thu, Oct 22 · 11:15 a.m.–12:15 p.m. · Ruth E. Dickinson Library

+ 6 more sessions scheduled

Stories, rhymes and songs for babies with a parent or caregiver followed by time for parents to socialize and help their babies interact with toys...

Support & Education
Free

Spanish-English Storytime / Hora de Cuentos Inglés y español

Sat, Oct 24 · 10:30 a.m.–11:30 a.m. · Nepean Centrepointe Library

+ 1 more session scheduled

Stories, rhymes and songs for children of all ages and their parents or caregivers. Cuentos, rimas y canciones para niños de todas las edades con...

Support & Education
Free

Prenatal Class

Sun, Oct 25 · 9:00 a.m.–10:30 a.m. · Online

Overview of labour, delivery and the first 24 hours for mother and baby, including pain relief, comfort measures, interventions and informed consent. Suggested for the third trimester. Fee: $140 per couple. End time not printed.

Support & Education
Free

Family Storytime (Sundays @ 10:30)

Sun, Oct 25 · 10:30 a.m.–11:00 a.m. · Ruth E. Dickinson Library

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

Support & Education
Free

Sunday Bilingual Family storytime | Contes en famille bilingue du dimanche

Sun, Oct 25 · 11:00 a.m.–11:30 a.m. · Orléans Library

+ 3 more sessions scheduled

Stories, rhymes and songs for children of all ages and a parent or caregiver. All ages. 30 min. Drop in. Contes, comptines et chansons pour...

Support & Education
Free

Family Storytime (Sundays @ 2:00)

Sun, Oct 25 · 2:00 p.m.–2:30 p.m. · Ruth E. Dickinson Library

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

Support & Education
Free

Lunch Box Wins

Mon, Oct 26 · 10:00 a.m.–11:00 a.m. · Online

Free workshop offering practical strategies and creative ideas for easier, healthier school lunches. Facilitator: ABC Pediatric Therapies.

Support & Education
Free

Dads Become Parents, too!

Tue, Oct 27 · 10:00 a.m.–11:00 a.m. · Online

Free workshop exploring fathers' mental health experiences and gaps in available support. Facilitator: Michael Dougan, M.Ed., RP.

Support & Education
Free

Parenting in Ottawa Drop-ins — Tungasuvvingat Inuit

Tue, Oct 27 · 1:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m. · 282 Dupuis street, Ottawa

For Inuit families. Free in-person public health nurse support for infant feeding, growth and development, perinatal mental health and more.

Support & Education
Free

Toileting Your Little Turkey

Tue, Oct 27 · 3:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m. · Online

Free workshop on toilet training from sensory, environmental and motivational perspectives. Facilitator: On the Ball Pediatric Therapies.

Support & Education
Free

Haunted Family Storytime

Wed, Oct 28 · 10:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m. · Carp Library

Join us for a special October edition of Family Storytime from 10:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m., followed by a craft activity. Costumes are welcome if...

Outing
Free

Autumn Evening Neighbourhood Walk

Wed, Oct 28 · 6:00 p.m.–7:15 p.m. · 220 Stoneway Dr, Nepean, ON K2G 6R2

An evening neighbourhood stroll for families after dinner and before bedtime.

Support & Education
Free

Halloween Storytime

Thu, Oct 29 · 10:30 a.m.–11:00 a.m. · Centennial Library

Come to the library for a slightly spooky storytime where we’ll enjoy Halloween-themed books and songs. Costumes are encouraged but not required. Can you guess...

Fitness
$159 + HST (6 weeks)

Babywearing Fitness with Fitmama

Thu, Oct 29 · 12:00 p.m.–1:15 p.m. · Glebe Community Centre, 175 Third Avenue, Ottawa

+ 5 more sessions scheduled

A 45-minute postpartum fitness class (ages 0–1 + parent) with your baby in a carrier, led by Sue MacDonald of Fitmama Strong, followed by up to 30 minutes to cool down, feed babies and connect. Runs Oct 29 – Dec 3. Bring a structured carrier or non-stretchy wrap. Includes access to Fitmama Strong online classes.

Support & Education
Free

Halloween Storytime

Sat, Oct 31 · 10:15 a.m.–11:15 a.m. · Sunnyside Library

Calling all little monsters! Grab your best costume and come for a spooky Storytime and stay for fun crafts and games! For all ages. No...

Support & Education
Free

Spooky Storytime

Sat, Oct 31 · 10:30 a.m.–11:00 a.m. · Greenboro Library

Children and parents or caregivers are invited to join us for a Halloween storytime. Costumes are not required, but are welcome! Drop in program.

Support & Education
Free

Haunted Saturday Family Storytime

Sat, Oct 31 · 10:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m. · Carp Library

Join us for a special October edition of Saturday Family Storytime from 10:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m., followed by a craft activity. Costumes are welcome...

Support & Education
Free

Spooktacular Bilingual Family Storytime (not scary) | Conte en famille bilingue fantastifrayante (mais pas épeurante)

Sat, Oct 31 · 10:30 a.m.–11:30 a.m. · Ruth E. Dickinson Library

Join us for a spooktacular storytime to celebrate Halloween where we’ll be reading a ghoulish story and singing boo-tiful songs! Family program. Drop-in. This program...

Support & Education
Free

Halloween Family Storytime

Sat, Oct 31 · 10:30 a.m.–11:00 a.m. · Beaverbrook Library

Join us for a spooktacular storytime to celebrate Halloween where we’ll be reading a ghoulish story and singing boo-tiful songs! Costumes are welcome. Family program...

Support & Education
Free

Boo-tastic Halloween on Halloween!

Sat, Oct 31 · 2:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m. · Manotick Library

BOO! Happy Halloween! Join us for a special Storytime! Get silly or spooky with sing-a-long songs and stories, and an activity! Dress in costume, if...

Support & Education
Free

Babytime followed by a Play and Stay

Tue, Nov 3 · 10:30 a.m.–11:30 a.m. · Emerald Plaza Library

+ 5 more sessions scheduled

Stories, rhymes, and songs for babies ages 0-18 months and a parent or caregiver. Stay and chat after Babytime with toys and books for the...

Playgroup
Free

Family Storytime followed by a Stay and Play

Wed, Nov 4 · 10:30 a.m.–11:30 a.m. · Emerald Plaza Library

+ 4 more sessions scheduled

Stories, rhymes and songs for children of all ages and a parent or caregiver. Stay and Play following storytime. Meet new friends and play with...

Playgroup
Free

Saturday Family Storytime followed by a Stay and Play

Sat, Nov 7 · 11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. · Emerald Plaza Library

+ 5 more sessions scheduled

Stories, rhymes and songs for children of all ages and a parent or caregiver. Stay and Play following storytime. Meet new friends and play with...

Support & Education
Free

Pyjama Evening Storytime

Thu, Nov 12 · 6:30 p.m.–7:00 p.m. · Manotick Library

Wear your coziest pyjamas for an evening storytime. Drop-in program. All ages welcome.

Support & Education
Free

Saturday Storytime

Sat, Nov 28 · 10:15 a.m.–10:45 a.m. · Sunnyside Library

Stories, rhymes and songs for children of all ages and a parent or caregiver. Bring your favourite stuffy! Last Saturday of every month. Drop in...

Support & Education
Free

Winter Wonderland: Family Storytime & Craft | Féérie hivernale : Conte en famille et bricolage

Sun, Dec 13 · 10:30 a.m.–11:30 a.m. · Ruth E. Dickinson Library

Join us for a holiday-themed Family Storytime and craft. Family program. Drop-in. This program is available in English. Soyez des nôtres pour une heure du...

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