Summer is in full swing, and Ottawa Public Library still has plenty of exciting surprises in store for kids across the city!
In collaboration with more than 10 local organizations and facilitators, the Library has put together over 300 fun, free, and enriching activities in both English and French for children. From arts and crafts to STEM, reading, writing, nature, history, animals, and more, there's something to spark curiosity and creativity in every child.
At the heart of these programs are our amazing presenters—experts and educators who bring energy, passion, and inspiration to every session. Their goal? To help kids learn, laugh, and make new friends while discovering new interests.
Here’s a look at just some of the exciting experiences your child can take part in this summer:
🐍 Little Ray’s Reptiles – Explore the fascinating self-defense mechanisms of reptiles, mammals, and invertebrates.
🪄 Luc Leduc the Magician – Dive into a magical world of illusions and surprises.
💃 Luv2Groove – Get moving and grooving with high-energy dance sessions.
⚡ Mad Science – Experience the wonder of electricity through fun, hands-on science activities.
🌍 Madahoki Farms – Connect with Indigenous teachings and feel the heartbeat of Mother Earth.
💫 MASC artists – Try a variety of dance styles from around the world:
🌲 Parks Canada – Learn how to plan your first camping trip or explore birdwatching basics.
🦜 Parrot Partners – Meet three vibrant parrots from different parts of the world and learn what makes each one unique.
🐦 Scientists in School – Discover flying creatures and learn to identify their unique calls.
🔧 STEMquest – Build and test simple prototypes while learning the basics of engineering.
🤖 Virtual Ventures – Explore technology through a hands-on, interactive tech playground. (No screen required!)
🦝 Zoo Crew – Get up close with a variety of mammals and reptiles and learn fun facts about each one.
Still thinking about signing up? It’s not too late! Many of our TD Summer Reading Club programs still have spots available. Check out some of them:
- Summertime GROOVEness (Family 4+) at Elmvale & St Laurent branches
- MASC Stuti Mukherjee: Indian Classical Dance (Family 4+) at Greely & Osgoode branches
- Allies are Superheroes (Family 4+) with author Sylv Chiang online
- Feel the Heartbeat (Family 4+) at Rockcliffe Park branch
- Scientists in School: Things with Wings (Ages 7-12) at Elmvale branch
- Julianne Lavertu: Afro-Caribbean Dance (Ages 7-12) at North Gloucester branch
- Cerfs-volants autour du monde (Famille 4+) at Carlingwood branch
- L’ABC du camping avec Parcs Canada (Famille 4+) at Ruth E Dickinson branch
- Spectacle de magie avec Luc Leduc (Famille 4+) at Main & Rideau branches
- Intro à l’impro (7-12 ans) at Blackburn Hamlet & Vanier branches
View the full list of programs: TD Summer Reading Club Programs
Don’t miss out—register today and treat your child to a summer filled with creativity, inspiration, and unforgettable experiences at the Library!
In addition to its fun and engaging programming, the TD Summer Reading Club is designed to keep kids reading all summer long. Take on the challenge with your children for a chance to win a one-year magazine subscription — and keep the reading momentum going all year! Sign up at any of the 33 OPL branches to get the reading vibe going!