Ready to level up your library experience? At Ottawa Library, we believe in the power of play! Whether you're a seasoned gamer or just looking for some fun, we've got something for everyone. Dive into our collection of video games available for checkout, or join us in the library for a friendly competition with our wide selection of computer games, board games, puzzles, and card games. It's more than just entertainment; it's a chance to connect, learn, and challenge yourself. So, grab a controller, shuffle the deck, or roll the dice, and let the games begin!

🎲 Board Games

We have several collections of board games throughout the library. Several games are available in the Children's Department along the East wall. Feel free to grab one of these can play with your child while you are at the library, including titles like GuessWho, Phase 10, Sorry. Advanced games like Settlers of Catan, Trolley Problem, and SuperFight! are located in The Cave, our YA / Teen area. More traditional games, like chess and Scrabble can be found in the Reference Department.

♟️ Chess

Chess, the game of kings, is a two-player strategy game that has been played for centuries. Playing chess is said to improve brain plasticity and encourage critical thinking. Join us for a friendly game of chess, or two.  This is for players with some chess experience. Chess Club meets Tuesdays and Thursdays at 6pm in Reference.

🖥️ Computers

Computer games can be a great way to test your skills and improve familiarity with PCs. Three computers located in the Children's Department are preloaded with a curated list of kid-safe videos and games through a software suite called Magic Desktop.

⛏️ Minecraft

Throughout the year, we host Minecraft events in our activity room. Be sure to keep an eye on the calendar. They are popular and registration fills up quickly.

🎮 Video Games

Yes, it is true. We have video games, too. These are located North of TV & Movies by the Cave. Titles are currently limited to PS3, PS4, XBox 360, XBox One, and Wii.