15 November 2016Rideau library branch to close for improvements_ (press release) _ ** Ottawa – ** The Rideau branch of the Ottawa Public Library will be closed from Monday, December 5 to Thursday, December 15, inclusive, for improvements. It will reopen Friday, December 16.During the closure, the branch will be fully converted to Radio-Frequency Identification technology or RFID, and will receive a new point of service.A nearby temporary book drop will be available during the closure.For access to library services during the closure, the nearest branches are Main branch (120 Metcalfe) and St-Laurent (515 Côté).