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Programs Coming Up

2024
Jul
27
Sat
  • Minecrafters Club

    10:30 AM to 12:00 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.
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  • D&D Club

    2:00 PM to 4:30 PM
    Game on! Join in on the action and adventure as we campaign our way through the world of Dungeons and Dragons. No previous gaming experience required. For grades 6-12. Register on Eventbrite.
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  • Intro to Debate

    2:00 PM to 4:00 PM
    Improve your critical thinking and public speaking skills! Learn the basics of powerful debating and dive straight into an exciting verbal joust. For grades 6-12. Register on Eventbrite.
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Ongoing Programs

  • Baby Adventures Storytime

    July 1, 2024 to August 19, 2024,
    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.
  • July 1, 2024 to August 31, 2024,
    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.
  • July 1, 2024 to August 31, 2024,
    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.
  • July 1, 2024 to August 31, 2024,
    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.
  • July 1, 2024 to August 31, 2024,
    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.
  • July 1, 2024 to August 31, 2024,
    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.
  • July 1, 2024 to August 31, 2024,
    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.
  • July 1, 2024 to August 31, 2024,
    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.
  • July 1, 2024 to August 31, 2024,
    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.
 
  • Club Franco

    July 4, 2024 to August 15, 2024,
    Thursdays 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
    Practice your French this summer! Come have some fun with French activities led by French-speaking staff!
    Cet été, pratique ton français! Joins-nous pour des activités en français organisées par une de nos bibliothécaires francophones!
  • July 1, 2024 to August 31, 2024,
    Wednesdays 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
    Practice your French this summer! Come have some fun with French activities led by French-speaking staff!
    Cet été, pratique ton français! Joins-nous pour des activités en français organisées par une de nos bibliothécaires francophones!
  • July 1, 2024 to August 31, 2024,
    Mondays 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
    Practice your French this summer! Come have some fun with French activities led by French-speaking staff!
    Cet été, pratique ton français! Joins-nous pour des activités en français organisées par une de nos bibliothécaires francophones!
 
 
  • D&D Club

    May 7, 2024 to August 6, 2024,
    Tuesdays 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
    Game on! Join in on the action and adventure as we campaign our way through the world of Dungeons and Dragons. No previous gaming experience required. For grades 6-12. Register on Eventbrite.
 
  • ESL Café

    July 9, 2024 to August 27, 2024,
    Tuesdays 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM
    Newcomers and ESL learners can meet to practice their English in an informal environment with adult volunteers. In partnership with CCSYR through Library Settlement Partnerships (LSP) in York Region. For registration and information, please contact cel@ccsyr.org or 289-317-3745.
 
 
 
  • Little Explorers Storytime

    July 6, 2024 to August 17, 2024,
    Saturdays 10:00 AM to 10:45 AM, 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.
  • July 1, 2024 to August 31, 2024,
    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.
  • July 1, 2024 to August 31, 2024,
    Thursdays 10:00 AM to 10:45 AM, 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.
  • July 1, 2024 to August 31, 2024,
    Fridays 10:00 AM to 10:45 AM
    This program features songs, action rhymes, and early literacy activities designed for toddlers to kindergarten-aged children.
  • July 1, 2024 to August 31, 2024,
    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.
  • July 1, 2024 to August 31, 2024,
    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.
  • July 1, 2024 to August 31, 2024,
    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.
  • July 1, 2024 to August 31, 2024,
    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.
  • July 1, 2024 to August 31, 2024,
    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.
 
  • Little Kitchen Time

    July 4, 2024 to August 15, 2024,
    Thursdays 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM
    Enjoy food- and cooking-themed stories and songs in our play kitchen! Then test your culinary skills - counting, measuring, recognizing ingredients - at food-inspired activity stations. For preschoolers - SK.
 
  • Musical Babies

    July 3, 2024 to August 28, 2024,
    Wednesdays 1:30 PM to 3:00 PM
    An hour-long drop-in program that incorporates musical learning with songs, rhymes, and more. Offered in partnership with EarlyON Centre. For ages 0 to 12 months.
 
  • Robotics Club

    July 9, 2024 to July 30, 2024,
    Tuesdays 6:00 PM to 7:00 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.
 
  • Summer STEAM Camp

    July 2, 2024 to August 30, 20249:00 AM to 4:00 PM
    Enjoy a full summer of STEAM fun. Explore themes like coding, engineering, and science with new themes each week. For grades 2-6. Children who are beginning Grade 2 in September are welcome to register. $200-$250 per week. For weekly themes and to register, please check our Eventbrite page.
  • July 1, 2024 to August 31, 20249:00 AM to 4:00 PM
    Enjoy a full summer of STEAM fun. Explore themes like coding, engineering, and science with new themes each week. For grades 2-6. Children who are beginning Grade 2 in September are welcome to register. $200-$250 per week. For weekly themes and to register, please check our Eventbrite page.
 
  • Tech Tutor 1-on-1

    July 3, 2024 to August 14, 2024,
    Wednesdays 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
    Drop in and get hands-on assistance from volunteers for some basic technology questions such as navigating the internet, using your tablet, or sending emails.
  • July 1, 2024 to August 31, 2024,
    Thursdays 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM
    Drop in and get hands-on assistance from volunteers for some basic technology questions such as navigating the internet, using your tablet, or sending emails.
 
 
 
  • Zumbini

    July 8, 2024 to August 26, 2024,
    Mondays 1:30 PM to 3:00 PM
    A unique, fun program incorporating music and movement to encourage parent-child bonding while helping to develop early literacy, motor, and social skills. Offered in partnership with EarlyON. See website for registration details.
 


Programs Coming Up

2024
Aug
15
Thu
  • Unwind & Design

    6:30 PM to 8:00 PM
    Ignite creativity, embrace sustainability, and unwind! Engage in creative activities, express yourself through personalized designs, and enjoy mindful exercises that promote relaxation. Register on Eventbrite.
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  • STEAM Club

    7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
    Drop in and have fun exploring new STEAM topics with guided, hands-on activities about science, technology, engineering, art, and math. For grades 3-8.
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2024
Aug
16
Fri
  • Discover It: Astronomy

    2:00 PM to 4:00 PM
    Just like land and oceans, the night sky has maps, too. Learn about the different meanings of stars, about planets and moons, and how things move out in space.
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  • Discover It: Astronomy

    2:00 PM to 4:00 PM
    Just like land and oceans, the night sky has maps, too. Learn about the different meanings of stars, about planets and moons, and how things move out in space.
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2024
Aug
17
Sat
  • Jewish Fairytale Puppet Show

    11:00 AM to 11:45 AM
    Join us for a magical 45-minute puppet show featuring Jewish fairytales, followed by fun puppet-making activities for kids. Perfect for families and children of all ages!
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  • Newcomer Tenant Education Program

    1:00 PM to 2:30 PM
    Learn about landlord and tenant law with easy-to-follow materials from a legal professional. Come have your questions answered!
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  • Tricky Turing Tumble

    2:00 PM to 3:00 PM
    Program and solve puzzles with gravity using marbles that make calculations as they tumble down a track. For grades 4+. Register on Eventbrite.
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2024
Aug
18
Sun
  • Family Adventure: Do You Believe in Magic?

    2:00 PM to 4:00 PM
    Be amazed as you meet a magician, enjoy a magic show, and learn some new tricks. Drop in for magical fun with your family!
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2024
Aug
19
Mon
  • Visit the Therapy Dogs

    12:00 PM to 1:00 PM
    Take a break and visit with the therapy dogs, in partnership with St. John Ambulance.
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  • Creative Age: Polaroid Project

    2:00 PM to 3:30 PM
    Learn the art of the Polaroid Emulsion Lift technique and create one-of-a-kind headshots that tell your story. This program is aimed at older adults, but all adults are welcome.
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