Ottawa Public Library invites you to celebrate Library Month with the theme: “Meet me at the Library”

OTTAWA – October 1 marks the start of Library Month — a month-long celebration of the vital role libraries plays in the lives of Canadians. Throughout October, libraries across the country highlight their impact on communities. This year, Ottawa Public Library (OPL) is inviting everyone to join in the festivities under the theme: Meet Me at the Library!  

A Third Space for Everyone  

The 2025 theme, Meet Me at the Library, is an open invitation to rediscover the library as Ottawa’s “third space” — not home, not work, but the perfect place in between. Our spaces are open, welcoming, and free for everyone. Whether you’re here to hang out, find your next read, or try something new, you’ll feel at home.

Library Month Concerts

Main, Cumberland, Greenboro, and Nepean Centrepointe branches are hosting live performances this month because each branch houses OPL’s collection of musical instruments. These events offer clients and visitors a special opportunity to enjoy their library spaces with live music and community, explore the collection, and learn how to borrow instruments themselves.

Everyone is invited to these four live concerts!


#LibraryVibes...Online  
To keep the celebrations going online, OPL invites everyone to join in a fun contest for the chance to win a library tote bag and other Library Month prizes. Simply post a photo or video of yourself relaxing or having fun at an OPL branch — or using OPL’s digital services — on social media with the hashtags: #LibraryVibes and #Ambiancebiblio.  

In-Branch Giveaways  

During October, the Library is giving away tote bags at each branch — pop around your local branch to say hi, and you might just get one!  And for teens and young adults, programs this month come with extra perks: keychains, mini notebooks, and tasty snacks — because celebrations should be fun for everyone!  

Thank You to Our Community  

Spread the word and join us in celebrating the unique importance — and the unique vibe — of your library.  

The Library warmly thanks the Friends of the Ottawa Public Library Association for their generous support, without which Library Month activities would not be possible.  

This month, grab a friend, a neighbor or family member, and meet us at the Library!

For a full list of Library Month activities, visit BiblioOttawaLibrary.ca.

 

Ottawa Public Library (OPL) is the largest bilingual (English/French) public library system in North America, with 34 branches, physical and virtual at BiblioOttawaLibrary.ca, bookmobiles, and kiosk services. OPL’s mission is to inspire learning, spark curiosity, and connect people. Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook. Contact us at 613-580-2940 or InfoService@BiblioOttawaLibrary.ca. If it’s out there, it’s in here!