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Programs Coming Up

2024
Dec
3
Tue
  • Reading Buddies

    October 2, 2024 to December 4, 2024,
    Wednesdays 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM
    Have fun while practicing your reading skills and enjoying literacy activities and games with volunteers. For grades 1-6. Register on Eventbrite.
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  • Baby Adventures Storytime

    November 6, 2024 to December 18, 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.
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  • Chess Club for Teens

    November 6, 2024 to December 18, 2024,
    Wednesdays 2:45 PM to 4:00 PM
    Drop in and test your strategies, learn some new skills, or battle it out with other players. Beginners and pros are welcome!
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  • Fun With French / Plaisir de lire

    November 6, 2024 to December 11, 2024,
    Wednesdays 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
    Parlez-vous français? Join us for activities and reading practice, led by French-speaking volunteers from our community. For grades 2-6.

    Rejoignez-nous pour des activités et de la lecture, animées par des bénévoles francophones de notre communauté. Pour les enfants de la 2e à la 6e année.

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  • Little Explorers Storytime

    November 6, 2024 to December 18, 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.
    Link Back to the Top
 
  • Tech Tutor 1-on-1

    November 6, 2024 to December 18, 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.
    Link Back to the Top
 
  • Musical Babies

    November 13, 2024 to December 18, 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.
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  • Coffee Connections

    9:30 AM to 11:30 AM
    This City of Vaughan Parks and Recreation Department program offers older adults a chance to learn, socialize, and enjoy light refreshments. Please register on PerfectMind. A few spots are available as walk-ins. Funded by the Ontario Seniors Community Grant.
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  • Mandarin Storytime / 中文故事会

    10:00 AM to 10:30 AM
    Join us for fun songs and joyful rhymes in Mandarin and English! Suitable for the whole family. No previous knowledge of Mandarin required. 欢迎大家来图书馆一起听中文故事.
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  • Kitchen Traditions Series

    10:30 AM to 12:00 PM
    Let's share kitchen traditions and stories! Learn from older adults in our community and make dishes that reflect our diversity, from one generation to the next. Register on Eventbrite.
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  • Keeping Connected

    11:00 AM to 12:00 PM
    Spend quality time enjoying engaging activities, learning something new, and having fun at this monthly drop-in, in person program for older adults.
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  • Virtual ESL Café

    1:30 PM to 3:00 PM
    Newcomers and ESL learners can practice their English in an informal online environment with adult volunteers. Sessions are hosted live on Zoom. In partnership with CCSYR through Library Settlement Partnerships (LSP) in York Region. For registration and information, please contact LSP@ccsyr.org.
    Link Back to the Top
 
  • D&D Club

    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.
    Link Back to the Top
 
  • ESL Café

    6:00 PM to 8:00 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.
    Link Back to the Top
 
  • 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.
    Link Back to the Top
 
  • True Stories Book Club

    7:00 PM to 8:30 PM
    We'll explore a variety of popular non-fiction titles, from current affairs to cutting-edge science, as well as true stories. Join us in person or on Zoom. Register on Eventbrite.
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Ongoing Programs

  • Baby Adventures Storytime

    November 6, 2024 to December 18, 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.
  • November 1, 2024 to December 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.
  • November 1, 2024 to December 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.
  • November 1, 2024 to December 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.
  • November 1, 2024 to December 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.
  • November 1, 2024 to December 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.
  • November 1, 2024 to December 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.
  • November 1, 2024 to December 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.
  • November 1, 2024 to December 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.
 
  • Chess Club

    November 5, 2024 to December 17, 2024,
    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!
  • November 1, 2024 to December 31, 2024,
    Thursdays 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!
  • November 1, 2024 to December 31, 2024,
    Saturdays 1:00 PM to 2:30 PM
    Drop in and test your strategies, learn some new skills, or battle it out with our talented volunteers. Beginners and pros are welcome!
 
 
 
 
  • D&D Club

    November 5, 2024 to December 10, 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.
 
  • Fun With French / Plaisir de lire

    November 6, 2024 to December 11, 2024,
    Wednesdays 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
    Parlez-vous français? Join us for activities and reading practice, led by French-speaking volunteers from our community. For grades 2-6.

    Rejoignez-nous pour des activités et de la lecture, animées par des bénévoles francophones de notre communauté. Pour les enfants de la 2e à la 6e année.

  • November 1, 2024 to December 31, 2024,
    Thursdays 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
    Parlez-vous français? Join us for activities and reading practice, led by French-speaking volunteers from our community. For grades 2-6.

    Rejoignez-nous pour des activités et de la lecture, animées par des bénévoles francophones de notre communauté. Pour les enfants de la 2e à la 6e année.

 
 
 
  • Little Explorers Storytime

    November 6, 2024 to December 18, 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.
  • November 1, 2024 to December 31, 2024,
    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.
  • November 1, 2024 to December 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.
  • November 1, 2024 to December 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.
  • November 1, 2024 to December 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.
  • November 1, 2024 to December 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.
  • November 1, 2024 to December 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.
  • November 1, 2024 to December 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.
  • November 1, 2024 to December 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.
 
  • Little Kitchen Time

    November 7, 2024 to December 19, 2024,
    Thursdays 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM
    Enjoy food- and cooking-themed stories and songs in our play kitchen! Test your culinary skills - counting, measuring, recognizing ingredients - at food-inspired activity stations. For preschoolers - SK.
 
  • Musical Babies

    November 13, 2024 to December 18, 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.
 
  • Reading Buddies

    October 2, 2024 to December 4, 2024,
    Wednesdays 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM
    Have fun while practicing your reading skills and enjoying literacy activities and games with volunteers. For grades 1-6. Register on Eventbrite.
  • November 1, 2024 to December 31, 2024,
    Wednesdays 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
    Have fun while practicing your reading skills and enjoying literacy activities and games with volunteers. For grades 1-6. Register on Eventbrite.
  • November 1, 2024 to December 31, 2024,
    Tuesdays 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM
    Have fun while practicing your reading skills and enjoying literacy activities and games with volunteers. For grades 1-6. Register on Eventbrite.
  • November 1, 2024 to December 31, 2024,
    Thursdays 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM
    Have fun while practicing your reading skills and enjoying literacy activities and games with volunteers. For grades 1-6. Register on Eventbrite.
 
 
 
  • Tech Tutor 1-on-1

    November 6, 2024 to December 18, 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.
  • November 1, 2024 to December 31, 2024,
    Thursdays 4:00 PM to 5:00 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.
  • November 1, 2024 to December 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.
  • November 1, 2024 to December 31, 2024
    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.
 
 
  • VPL Food Drive

    November 25, 2024 to December 16, 2024
    Book it to our food drive and get in the holiday mood by giving what you can. From November 25 to December 16, Vaughan Public Libraries is accepting donations of non-perishable food items at all locations for our 18th annual food drive. Collected items will be donated to the Vaughan Food Bank, Humanity First, and Chasdei Kaduri. Show your support for our community and make a difference.
  • November 1, 2024 to December 31, 2024
    Book it to our food drive and get in the holiday mood by giving what you can. From November 25 to December 16, Vaughan Public Libraries is accepting donations of non-perishable food items at all locations for our 18th annual food drive. Collected items will be donated to the Vaughan Food Bank, Humanity First, and Chasdei Kaduri. Show your support for our community and make a difference.
  • November 1, 2024 to December 31, 2024
    Book it to our food drive and get in the holiday mood by giving what you can. From November 25 to December 16, Vaughan Public Libraries is accepting donations of non-perishable food items at all locations for our 18th annual food drive. Collected items will be donated to the Vaughan Food Bank, Humanity First, and Chasdei Kaduri. Show your support for our community and make a difference.
  • November 1, 2024 to December 31, 2024
    Book it to our food drive and get in the holiday mood by giving what you can. From November 25 to December 16, Vaughan Public Libraries is accepting donations of non-perishable food items at all locations for our 18th annual food drive. Collected items will be donated to the Vaughan Food Bank, Humanity First, and Chasdei Kaduri. Show your support for our community and make a difference.
  • November 1, 2024 to December 31, 2024
    Book it to our food drive and get in the holiday mood by giving what you can. From November 25 to December 16, Vaughan Public Libraries is accepting donations of non-perishable food items at all locations for our 18th annual food drive. Collected items will be donated to the Vaughan Food Bank, Humanity First, and Chasdei Kaduri. Show your support for our community and make a difference.
  • November 1, 2024 to December 31, 2024
    Book it to our food drive and get in the holiday mood by giving what you can. From November 25 to December 16, Vaughan Public Libraries is accepting donations of non-perishable food items at all locations for our 18th annual food drive. Collected items will be donated to the Vaughan Food Bank, Humanity First, and Chasdei Kaduri. Show your support for our community and make a difference.
  • November 1, 2024 to December 31, 2024
    Book it to our food drive and get in the holiday mood by giving what you can. From November 25 to December 16, Vaughan Public Libraries is accepting donations of non-perishable food items at all locations for our 18th annual food drive. Collected items will be donated to the Vaughan Food Bank, Humanity First, and Chasdei Kaduri. Show your support for our community and make a difference.
  • November 1, 2024 to December 31, 2024
    Book it to our food drive and get in the holiday mood by giving what you can. From November 25 to December 16, Vaughan Public Libraries is accepting donations of non-perishable food items at all locations for our 18th annual food drive. Collected items will be donated to the Vaughan Food Bank, Humanity First, and Chasdei Kaduri. Show your support for our community and make a difference.
  • November 1, 2024 to December 31, 2024
    Book it to our food drive and get in the holiday mood by giving what you can. From November 25 to December 16, Vaughan Public Libraries is accepting donations of non-perishable food items at all locations for our 18th annual food drive. Collected items will be donated to the Vaughan Food Bank, Humanity First, and Chasdei Kaduri. Show your support for our community and make a difference.
  • November 1, 2024 to December 31, 2024
    Book it to our food drive and get in the holiday mood by giving what you can. From November 25 to December 16, Vaughan Public Libraries is accepting donations of non-perishable food items at all locations for our 18th annual food drive. Collected items will be donated to the Vaughan Food Bank, Humanity First, and Chasdei Kaduri. Show your support for our community and make a difference.
  • November 1, 2024 to December 31, 2024
    Book it to our food drive and get in the holiday mood by giving what you can. From November 25 to December 16, Vaughan Public Libraries is accepting donations of non-perishable food items at all locations for our 18th annual food drive. Collected items will be donated to the Vaughan Food Bank, Humanity First, and Chasdei Kaduri. Show your support for our community and make a difference.
 
  • Zumbini

    November 4, 2024 to December 16, 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
Dec
16
Mon
  • Visit the Therapy Dogs

    7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
    Take a break and visit with the therapy dogs, in partnership with St. John Ambulance.
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2024
Dec
17
Tue
  • Virtual ESL Café

    1:30 PM to 3:00 PM
    Newcomers and ESL learners can practice their English in an informal online environment with adult volunteers. Sessions are hosted live on Zoom. In partnership with CCSYR through Library Settlement Partnerships (LSP) in York Region. For registration and information, please contact LSP@ccsyr.org.
    Link Back to the Top
  • D&D Club

    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.
    Link Back to the Top
  • ESL Café

    6:00 PM to 8:00 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.
    Link Back to the Top
  • Kids' Book Club

    6:00 PM to 6:45 PM
    Get the book, read the book, and then come and tell us what you thought of it while enjoying activities and games based on the story! For grades 3-7.
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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.
    Link Back to the Top
  • Writers' Room

    7:00 PM to 8:30 PM
    Work with other aspiring writers to explore the elements of writing. Perfect for discussion and feedback. Join in person or on Zoom. Register on Eventbrite.
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2024
Dec
18
Wed
  • Hebrew Storytime / שעת סיפור בעברית

    5:30 PM to 6:00 PM
    Join us for stories, songs, and fingerplays in Hebrew and English. In partnership with the UJA Federation of Greater Toronto.

    .הצטרפו אלינו לסיפורים שירים, ומשחקי אצבּע בעברית ובאנגלית .בשיתוף עם הפדרציה היהודית המאוחדת של טורונטו רבתי

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  • Happy Hanukkah Celebration!

    6:00 PM to 7:00 PM
    Join us for an evening to celebrate Hanukkah! Children will learn about the holiday through creative stations and STEAM-related activities.
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  • Kitchen Traditions Series

    6:15 PM to 7:45 PM
    Let's share kitchen traditions and stories! Learn from older adults in our community and make dishes that reflect our diversity, from one generation to the next. Register on Eventbrite.
    Link Back to the Top

See also:

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How to register for a program on Eventbrite

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