Staff Blogs

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    June bursts onto the scene with sunshine, blossoms, and a renewed sense of energy — the perfect backdrop to celebrate our seniors, whose wisdom, stories, and vibrant presence enrich our communities every day.

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    June is Pride Month — a perfect time to learn, celebrate, and connect at Ottawa Public Library! Dive into the meaning of the Progress flag, join vibrant programs, and explore LGBTQIA+ titles handpicked just for you from OPL’s booklists.

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    June is here, and that means it's time to celebrate National Indigenous History Month—a time to honour the history, cultures, and voices of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples all across Turtle Island.

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    Teen Exam Cram

    Need a place to focus to get ready for your end-of-year exams? Need a place to meet to work on a group project? Need help to find the exact information you need to succeed in your high school exams?

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    Ottawa Public Library is now offering access to Examine+ to clients.

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    Plants and assorted gardening tools

    Spring has sprung! It is time to get gardening and to grow something beautiful! You can participate in seed swaps in some of our branches or attend a gardening program to learn more about how to make your garden thrive. 

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    Illustration of diverse library staff and patrons interacting in a library filled with bookshelves

    Curious about discovering your passion—or simply intrigued by the idea of working in a library? Here's your chance to connect with experts in the field and explore the wide range of career opportunities available in Library and Information Science.