Ottawa Chapter

Here, we welcome silent readers, to gather in person to read in

quiet camaraderie, and to share

a bookish moment or two.

The Ottawa Chapter of the Silent Book Club acknowledges that we work, play and meet in Odawa (Ottawa), uninvited, on the unceded, unsurrendered territory of the Anishnaabe Algonquin Nation, whose presence here reaches back to time immemorial.

We acknowledge too, that the Algonquins do not walk among us, but we, among them. We recognize their long history of welcoming many nations to this land.

We acknowledge the long historical oppression of this land’s people, cultures and languages, and how it continues today. This chapter of SBC respects and affirms the inherent Treaty Rights of all Indigenous Peoples across Turtle Island (Canada).

Through the promotion of reading, through raising awareness about literature and all of the arts, to the best of our ability as we learn, we will honour, uphold and help lift up the voice and values of our host nation, and contribute to the healing and decolonizing journey we all share together.

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No assigned reading.

Silent Book Club®, a global community of readers and introverts, has grown to more than 2,000 chapters in 60+ countries, since 2012.

"Wouldn't it be great to have a book club where you could just enjoy books, friends, and wine—without any homework?" At Silent Book Club, there's no assigned reading.

How does it work?

Readers gather and after a taking a bit of time to say hello and order fare and libations, we get down to reading for about an hour. Afterwards, everyone is welcome to wrap up and head home, or stick around for more camaraderie.

Silent Book Club is about community.

Bring what you're reading.

Come, ready to engage with other introverts for a moment or two, long enough to soak up the opportunity of reading together.

Now in session...

NEW! Almonte host: nicole colbeck, Rick Czapelka

First Tuesday 7-9pm sign up

The Barley Mow Almonte

79 Little Bridge St

paused Constance Bay host: Tracy Montgomery

The Bay Cafe

131 Constance Bay Rd

Stittsville host: Benny Deng
Second & Fourth Saturdays 1-3pm sign up

Kung Fu Bistro
1110 Carp Rd. Unit #150

Trainyards host: Sahil Dhawan
Second Sunday 1-3pm sign up

O'Brien's Roadhouse
730 Industrial Ave

City Centre host: Rick Czapelka
Second Monday 7-9pm sign up

Beyond the Pale Brewing Co.

250 City Centre Ave. Bay 106

Bells Corners host: Sierra Stanley

Second Tuesday 6:30-8:30pm sign up

Kichesippi Beer Co.

2265 Robertson Rd

[Trailside Ottawa Taproom, Cafe and Beer Garden]

! This meetup is back!

Downtown co-hosts: Joshua Wolfsohn and Neeki Behbahani

Third Sunday 1:30-3:30pm sign up

Lieutenant's Pump
361 Elgin Street

Kanata host: Natalie Millan

Third Tuesday 7-9pm sign up

Three Brewers

565 Kanata Ave.

Hintonburg host: nicole Colbeck

Third Thursday 2-4pm sign up

Absinthe Cafe

1208 Wellington St. W.

East End host: Karen Buckshi

Fourth Wednesday! 7-9pm sign up

Dominion City Brew Co.

5510 Canotek Rd Unit 15

Barrhaven host: Ashley Raymond

Fourth Tuesday 7-9pm sign up

Cafe Cristal

240 Kennevale Dr

Stittsville host: Benny Deng
Second & Fourth Saturdays 1-3pm sign up

Kung Fu Bistro
1110 Carp Rd. Unit #150

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Fall Book Swap: A Cozy Exchange of Stories

As the crisp air and vibrant colors of autumn settle in, it's the perfect time to cozy up with a good book. Join us for our Fall Book Swap, where book lovers of all kinds can gather to exchange their gently-loved reads and discover new favorites. Whether you're into thrillers, romance, historical fiction, or fantasy, there’s something for everyone!

Here’s how it works:

Register here before the event.
Bring a Book (or two!): Choose a book you’d love to pass on to someone else. No need to bring a new book—gently-used titles are perfect!
Swap and Explore: Browse the selection, chat with fellow book lovers, and take home a new book (or two!) to enjoy this season.
Stay for the Vibes: Enjoy some light refreshments, fall treats, and the company of fellow readers. Let’s celebrate the magic of books and the joy of discovering new stories.

Wednesday, November 19th 6:30 – 8:30pm

Lokma Desserts Kanata

471 Terry Fox Dr unit 70

Just bring a book and an open mind! We can’t wait to see you there and share the joy of reading this fall.

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With more monthly meetups in the works, and for location information, you'll want to sign up for the newsletter and join the Facebook group.

‼️ TicketLeap ticket-style signup for all meetups available here. ‼️

#sbc613... In The Media

SBC member and CBC producer, Sandra Abma, came to the City Centre meetup in early February. Here is what she shared about us on All in a Day.
The piece aired again on In Town and Out. Thanks Sandra, and thanks, CBC!
And if you missed it before... Zenith Wolfe, local freelance journalist, did a wonderful piece about us in apt613.