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A free self-guided walk that follows rainwater from Riverdale's streets down to the Don River, covering lost streams, storm sewers and the area's urban history. It starts at Chester subway station and ends about two hours later at Chester Springs Marsh. The ground can be wet and sometimes difficult, so wear good footwear. Free (donations welcome), with a City of Toronto route map.

Guest musicians show off instruments from Toronto Public Library's Musical Instrument Lending Library, and kids get to try playing them and learn the basics. For preschool and school age children; children under 9 must come with an adult. Friday, November 20, 2026, from 10 a.m. to noon in the York Woods atrium. Free drop in program.

A hands on workshop where kids aged 7 to 14 explore science, technology, engineering, arts and math through interactive activities, mixing tech based challenges with creative DIY projects. At the Orléans branch of the Ottawa Public Library. Saturdays November 7 and November 21, 2026, from 10:30 to 11:30 AM in the Bériault Room. Free bilingual drop in program, no registration needed.

Beginner and intermediate English as a Second Language classes covering vocabulary, grammar, speaking, pronunciation, reading and writing, adapted to each group in a welcoming setting. Ideal for newcomers and adults of all ages, at the North Gloucester branch of the Ottawa Public Library on Ogilvie Road. Fridays from November 6 to December 4, 2026, 1:30 to 3:00 PM. Free drop in classes, no registration needed, but space is limited so arrive early.

A monthly get together where adults and teens crochet or knit side by side and chat, at the Richmond branch of the Ottawa Public Library in the village of Richmond. All skill levels are welcome. Last Wednesday of the month from November 25, 2026 to June 30, 2027 (no December meeting), 6:00 to 7:30 PM. Free drop in program, no registration needed.

Black Belt World's Toronto headquarters on Bloor Street West teaches taekwondo and martial arts for kids and adults. Your first class is free for new students. The studio hopes you will sign up afterwards, but there is no obligation. Request your free trial lesson through the form on the school's website; no payment information is asked.

Stuck on a tricky stitch or an unfinished project? Drop in to these knitting and crochet help sessions for adults at the Orléans branch of the Ottawa Public Library to learn a specific technique or get help finishing your work (they are help sessions, not formal classes). Saturdays November 14 and 28 and December 12, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 12:30 PM or 1:00 to 3:30 PM. Free bilingual drop in program, no registration needed.

Toronto Aikikai is a long running dojo teaching aikido and iaido, with beginner programs for adults, youth and children. Your first class is free for new students. The studio hopes you will sign up afterwards, but there is no obligation. The dojo says the trial aikido or iaido class has no cost, and you may also watch as many classes as you like for free.

Gracie Barra Toronto East teaches Brazilian jiu jitsu for kids and adults, from fundamentals to advanced classes, plus BarraFIT fitness. Your first class is free for new students. The studio hopes you will sign up afterwards, but there is no obligation. Book your free class through the school's website; class times vary, so check with the school.

De stress with intricate colouring pages in the Teen Zone of the Greenboro branch of the Ottawa Public Library. Colouring books featuring Star Wars, Minecraft, Pokémon and more are provided. Fridays November 6, December 4 and December 18, 2026, from 4:00 to 5:30 PM. Free bilingual drop in program for teens, no registration needed.

Teen writers aged 13 to 18 bring a notebook or laptop and write for 30 focused minutes on a work in progress or a random prompt, then can stay for an optional half hour of sharing and feedback. It is also a good warm up for the library's Awesome Authors contest this winter. Mondays November 9, 16, 23 and 30, 2026, from 4:00 to 5:00 PM at the Cumberland branch of the Ottawa Public Library. Free drop in program, no registration needed.

S. Walter Stewart Library's Youth Hub is a free after school space just for teens: drop in to study, hang out with friends, use technology or join the day's activity, with free snacks every day and free printing. Open Monday to Friday from 3:30 to 7 p.m.; check branch hours around public holidays. Free drop in, no registration.