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Programs Coming Up

2026

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Little Kitchen Time

Pre-school Programs

VMC Library Contact

July 2, 2026 to August 20, 2026,
Thursdays 10:00 AM to 10:45 AM

Enjoy food- and cooking-themed stories and songs in our play kitchen! Test your culinary skills - counting, measuring, and recognizing ingredients - at food-inspired activity stations. For toddlers to kindergarten-age children.

Dive into Science

Summer Reading Club

Ansley Grove Library Contact

11:00 AM to 5:00 PM

Get curious and explore the science of water through some exciting hands-on experiments and activities.

Dive into Science

Summer Reading Club

Carrville Library Contact

11:00 AM to 5:00 PM

Get curious and explore the science of water through some exciting hands-on experiments and activities.

Dive into Science

Summer Reading Club

Maple Library Contact

11:00 AM to 5:00 PM

Get curious and explore the science of water through some exciting hands-on experiments and activities.

Dive into Science

Summer Reading Club

VMC Library Contact

12:00 PM to 6:00 PM

Get curious and explore the science of water through some exciting hands-on experiments and activities.

Minecrafters Club

Children's Programs

Woodbridge Library Contact

2:00 PM to 3:00 PM

Mine with friends, craft your worlds, and challenge yourself to a whole new level of building at the library! Master builders or beginners, all are welcome.

Bilingual STEAM Workshop: CréaSlime / Awesome Ooze

Make It! Create It! Learn It!

Pierre Berton Resource Library Contact

2:30 PM to 3:30 PM

Découvrons la science du slime ! Rejoignez-nous pour créer, tester, et jouer avec différents types de slime. Pour les jeunes de la 3e à la 6e année. Inscription sur Eventbrite.
Let’s get into the science of slime! Join us to make, test, and play with different types of ooze. For grades 3-6. Register on Eventbrite.

Great Novels Book Club

Adult Programs

Bathurst Clark Resource Library Contact

7:00 PM to 8:00 PM

Join us to discuss recent contemporary novels that explore our humanity and touch our souls. Join us in person or on Zoom. Register on Eventbrite.

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Ongoing Programs

Exit the Horse Exhibit

Special Events

Bathurst Clark Resource Library Contact

July 6, 2026 to August 30, 2026

Explore the dawn of the motor age through stories, legends, and exploits from communities across Canada.

Summer Camp

STEAM Camps

Civic Centre Resource Library Contact

June 29, 2026 to August 28, 20269:00 AM to 4:00 PM

Enjoy a full summer of STEAM fun. Explore themes like coding, engineering, and robotics. For children ages 7-11. $220-$275 per week.

Baby Adventures Storytime

Pre-school Programs

Carrville Library Contact

July 8, 2026 to August 19, 2026,
Wednesdays 10:00 AM to 10:45 AM

Join us for lively songs, bounces, rhymes, and plenty of baby time fun. This program is designed for babies from birth to crawling.
VMC Library Contact

July 8, 2026 to August 19, 2026,
Wednesdays 10:00 AM to 10:45 AM

Join us for lively songs, bounces, rhymes, and plenty of baby time fun. This program is designed for babies from birth to crawling.
Ansley Grove Library Contact

July 6, 2026 to August 24, 2026,
Mondays 10:00 AM to 10:45 AM

Join us for lively songs, bounces, rhymes, and plenty of baby time fun. This program is designed for babies from birth to crawling.
Bathurst Clark Resource Library Contact

July 7, 2026 to August 18, 2026,
Tuesdays 10:00 AM to 10:45 AM

Join us for lively songs, bounces, rhymes, and plenty of baby time fun. This program is designed for babies from birth to crawling.
Maple Library Contact

July 2, 2026 to August 20, 2026,
Thursdays 10:00 AM to 10:45 AM

Join us for lively songs, bounces, rhymes, and plenty of baby time fun. This program is designed for babies from birth to crawling.
Pierre Berton Resource Library Contact

July 7, 2026 to August 18, 2026,
Tuesdays 10:00 AM to 10:45 AM

Join us for lively songs, bounces, rhymes, and plenty of baby time fun. This program is designed for babies from birth to crawling.
Pleasant Ridge Library Contact

July 6, 2026 to August 24, 2026,
Mondays 10:00 AM to 10:45 AM

Join us for lively songs, bounces, rhymes, and plenty of baby time fun. This program is designed for babies from birth to crawling.
Vellore Village Library Contact

July 7, 2026 to August 18, 2026,
Tuesdays 10:00 AM to 10:45 AM

Join us for lively songs, bounces, rhymes, and plenty of baby time fun. This program is designed for babies from birth to crawling.
Civic Centre Resource Library Contact

July 8, 2026 to August 19, 2026,
Wednesdays 2:00 PM to 2:45 PM

Join us for lively songs, bounces, rhymes, and plenty of baby time fun. This program is designed for babies from birth to crawling.
Dufferin Clark Library Contact

July 2, 2026 to August 20, 2026,
Thursdays 2:00 PM to 2:45 PM

Join us for lively songs, bounces, rhymes, and plenty of baby time fun. This program is designed for babies from birth to crawling.
Woodbridge Library Contact

July 3, 2026 to August 21, 2026,
Fridays 2:00 PM to 2:45 PM

Join us for lively songs, bounces, rhymes, and plenty of baby time fun. This program is designed for babies from birth to crawling.

Coffee & Conversation

Adult Programs

Civic Centre Resource Library Contact

July 8, 2026 to August 12, 2026,
Wednesdays 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM

A weekly opportunity to socialize in a warm, supportive environment. Discuss current topics related to wellness, the changing world, and aging well. In person and on Zoom. Please register on Eventbrite or by calling 905-653-7323.

Little Explorers Storytime

Pre-school Programs

Maple Library Contact

July 8, 2026 to August 19, 2026,
Wednesdays 10:00 AM to 10:45 AM

This program features songs, action rhymes, and early literacy activities designed for toddlers to kindergarten-aged children.
Pierre Berton Resource Library Contact

July 8, 2026 to August 19, 2026,
Wednesdays 10:00 AM to 10:45 AM, Saturdays 10:00 AM to 10:45 AM

This program features songs, action rhymes, and early literacy activities designed for toddlers to kindergarten-aged children.
Ansley Grove Library Contact

July 2, 2026 to August 20, 2026,
Thursdays 10:00 AM to 10:45 AM

This program features songs, action rhymes, and early literacy activities designed for toddlers to kindergarten-aged children.
Bathurst Clark Resource Library Contact

July 5, 2026 to August 23, 2026,
Sundays 10:00 AM to 10:45 AM

This program features songs, action rhymes, and early literacy activities designed for toddlers to kindergarten-aged children.
Carrville Library Contact

July 7, 2026 to August 18, 2026,
Tuesdays 10:00 AM to 10:45 AM

This program features songs, action rhymes, and early literacy activities designed for toddlers to kindergarten-aged children.
Civic Centre Resource Library Contact

July 4, 2026 to August 22, 2026,
Saturdays 10:00 AM to 10:45 AM

This program features songs, action rhymes, and early literacy activities designed for toddlers to kindergarten-aged children.
Dufferin Clark Library Contact

July 6, 2026 to August 24, 2026,
Mondays 10:00 AM to 10:45 AM

This program features songs, action rhymes, and early literacy activities designed for toddlers to kindergarten-aged children.
Kleinburg Library Contact

July 2, 2026 to August 20, 2026,
Thursdays 10:00 AM to 10:45 AM

This program features songs, action rhymes, and early literacy activities designed for toddlers to kindergarten-aged children.
Pleasant Ridge Library Contact

July 2, 2026 to August 20, 2026,
Thursdays 10:00 AM to 10:45 AM

This program features songs, action rhymes, and early literacy activities designed for toddlers to kindergarten-aged children.
Vellore Village Library Contact

July 2, 2026 to August 20, 2026,
Thursdays 10:00 AM to 10:45 AM

This program features songs, action rhymes, and early literacy activities designed for toddlers to kindergarten-aged children.
Woodbridge Library Contact

July 7, 2026 to August 18, 2026,
Tuesdays 10:00 AM to 10:45 AM

This program features songs, action rhymes, and early literacy activities designed for toddlers to kindergarten-aged children.

Little Kitchen Time

Pre-school Programs

VMC Library Contact

July 2, 2026 to August 20, 2026,
Thursdays 10:00 AM to 10:45 AM

Enjoy food- and cooking-themed stories and songs in our play kitchen! Test your culinary skills - counting, measuring, and recognizing ingredients - at food-inspired activity stations. For toddlers to kindergarten-age children.

Thrive with Start2Finish

Children's Programs

VMC Library Contact

July 8, 2026 to August 19, 2026,
Wednesdays 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM

Explore themes related to social emotional learning through a variety of literacy and movement-based activities. Brought to you by Start2Finish. For school-aged children.

Baby Music and Movement

Pre-school Programs

Kleinburg Library Contact

July 8, 2026 to August 26, 2026,
Wednesdays 1:30 PM to 3:00 PM

Enjoy music and movement with your baby and play with instruments and materials that support healthy development while connecting with other families. In partnership with EarlyON. For ages 0–12 months.

Let's Go to the Movies

Adult Programs

Dufferin Clark Library Contact

July 6, 2026 to August 17, 2026,
Mondays 1:30 PM to 3:30 PM

Enjoy a variety of interesting contemporary films with other movie enthusiasts.

Sing and Sign

Pre-school Programs

Maple Library Contact

July 6, 2026 to August 17, 2026,
Mondays 1:30 PM to 3:00 PM

Songs and games for everyday routines will be used to introduce American Sign Language to hearing infants. In partnership with EarlyON.

Festival de livres et d’auteurs! / Festival of French books and authors!

Children's Programs

Bathurst Clark Resource Library Contact

July 7, 2026 to July 28, 2026,
Tuesdays 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM

Découvrez les livres nominés pour les Prix Peuplier, Mélèze et Tamarac! Ensemble, nous allons découvrir des auteurs canadiens en lisant leur livres, avec des activités et des vidéos. Un nouveau livre à chaque semaine! Pour les jeunes de la 2e année à la 8e année.
Let’s discover the nominated books from Prix Peuplier, Prix Mélèze and Prix Tamarac! We will discover Franco-Canadian authors by reading and enjoying activities and videos together! Each week will be a new adventure! For grades 2 to 8.

Chess Club

For Children & Families

VMC Library Contact

July 8, 2026 to August 19, 2026,
Wednesdays 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM

Drop in and test your strategies, learn some new skills, or battle it out with our talented volunteers. Beginners and pros are welcome!
Dufferin Clark Library Contact

July 7, 2026 to August 11, 2026,
Tuesdays 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM

Drop in and test your strategies, learn some new skills, or battle it out with our talented volunteers. Beginners and pros are welcome!

English Conversation Circle

Adult Programs

VMC Library Contact

July 7, 2026 to August 18, 2026,
Tuesdays 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM

Newcomers and ESL learners can meet to practice their English in an informal environment with adult volunteers. Register on Eventbrite.

Toastmasters for Teens

Teen Programs

Dufferin Clark Library Contact

July 8, 2026 to August 26, 2026,
Wednesdays 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM

Nervous about public speaking? Join Toastmasters for Teens and conquer those fears! Develop communication and leadership skills with the guidance of a facilitator. For grades 8-12. Register on Eventbrite.

Cercle de discussion / French Meetup for Adults

Adult Programs

Online Program

July 6, 2026 to July 27, 2026,
Mondays 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM

Venez pratiquer votre français en bonne compagnie! Grâce à ce programme, vous apprendrez du français intéressant en plus de pratiquer avec les autres participants. Inscrivez-vous sur Eventbrite.
Practice your French in good company! Through this program, you will learn useful and exciting French as well as practice with other learners. Register on Eventbrite.

Financial Literacy Bootcamp

Teen Programs

Pierre Berton Resource Library Contact

July 14, 2026 to August 11, 2026,
Tuesdays 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM

Boost your financial literacy in this multiweek workshop, which covers the basics of money such as debit, credit, and budgeting. For grades 8-12. Registration is $50 on Eventbrite and includes a one-year subscription to personalfinancelab.com.

Programs Coming Up

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Mini Camp

STEAM Camps

Ansley Grove Library Contact

9:00 AM to 12:00 PM

Ignite curiosity at our Mini Camp! Kids will explore coding, build simple robots, and try exciting science experiments — all through hands‑on learning and fun. For children ages 5-7. Registration is $25 per day.

Dive into Science

Summer Reading Club

Pierre Berton Resource Library Contact

10:00 AM to 4:00 PM

Get curious and explore the science of water through some exciting hands-on experiments and activities.

Dive into Science

Summer Reading Club

Pleasant Ridge Library Contact

2:00 PM to 8:00 PM

Get curious and explore the science of water through some exciting hands-on experiments and activities.

Dive into Science

Summer Reading Club

Vellore Village Library Contact

2:00 PM to 8:00 PM

Get curious and explore the science of water through some exciting hands-on experiments and activities.

Summer Creation Station

Make It! Create It! Learn It!

Bathurst Clark Resource Library Contact

2:30 PM to 3:30 PM

Drop in and learn about our creation spaces and equipment. Check the website for more details and times.

French Storytime/ L'Heure du conte

Pre-school Programs

Pierre Berton Resource Library Contact

3:45 PM to 4:30 PM

The perfect intro to French! Awesome stories and songs for everyone.
Le meilleur moyen d’apprendre en ayant du plaisir grâce à de superbes histoires et chansons pour tous!

Délicieux sushis en famille / Bilingual Sushi Family Fun

Culinary Literacy

VMC Library Contact

6:15 PM to 7:45 PM

Parents et enfants sont les bienvenus pour réaliser leurs propres sushis! Apprenez à bien rouler et essayez différents ingrédients. $10 par participant. Inscription sur Eventbrite.
Parents and children can each customize their own sushi roll and enjoy making them together! Try different ingredients and invent your own delicious combination. $10 per participant. Register on Eventbrite.

Robotics Club

Make It! Create It! Learn It!

Civic Centre Resource Library Contact

6:30 PM to 8:00 PM

Calling all young innovators in grades 4-8! Dive into the exciting world of robotics featuring Vex robots in this four-week program. Build, pilot, code, and compete with friends. Register on Eventbrite.

Storia italiana / Italian Storytime

Pre-school Programs

Woodbridge Library Contact

6:30 PM to 7:30 PM

Ciao a tutti! Vi invitiamo a partecipare con tutta la famiglia al nostro programma di storie, canzoni, e rime divertenti in italiano.
Ciao a tutti! Join us for fun stories, songs, and rhymes in Italian that you can enjoy with your whole family.

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Aging Well Club

Adult Programs

Civic Centre Resource Library Contact

11:00 AM to 12:00 PM

A series for adventurous older adults to learn and interact with others, featuring different themes and guests. See the website for topics. Please register on Eventbrite or by calling 905-653-7323 for priority. Drop-ins are welcome if space allows.