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Children’s Programs
Fall sessions begins September 8.
Unless stated otherwise, our children’s programs are drop-in. On the rare occasion that a program reaches maximum room capacity, you may be asked to wait for some participants to finish the activity, or to try again at the next scheduled event.
Music & Movement
Fall Session: September 8 – December 8, 2025
Children and their caregivers are invited to join us for some feel good grooving. This program focuses on music and the importance of interaction between a child and their caregiver – so come ready to dance, sing and play instruments.
Ages 0-6. Drop-in program.
Mondays from 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
1st Floor Children’s Program Room.
Babytime
Fall Session: September 8 – December 8, 2025
Engaging activities specially formulated for you and your baby, followed by free play. Enjoy a tickle and some bouncing, lots of songs, and some board books.
Ages birth – 18 months. Drop-in program.
Mondays from 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
1st Floor Children’s Program Room.
Storytime
Fall Session: September 9 – December 9, 2025
Are you ready for some fun? Join us for 30 minutes of stories, rhymes, and music. Those happy kids won’t even realize that they are building reading readiness skills as they listen and join in with our activities!
Ages 19 months – 5 years. Drop-in program.
Tuesdays from 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
1st Floor Children’s Program Room.
Saturday Kids’ Club
September 13 to December 13
Looking for a great family hang out on a Saturday morning? Children of all ages can enjoy a fun art or science activity.
All ages. Drop-in program. Saturdays from 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.1st Floor Children’s Program Room.
Upcoming Dates:
- Saturday, September 13: STEAMed Apples
- Saturday, September 20: Back to School Crafts
- Saturday, September 27: Autumn Trees? Yes Please.
- Saturday, October 4: Autumn Animal Crafts
P.A. Day Activities
Are you looking for something to do on your P.A. Day? Stop by the Children’s Program Room to have fun, make friends, and to create something new!
All ages. Drop-in program.
Upcoming Dates:
- Friday, October 10, 2025
- Friday, November 14, 2025
PAWS for Reading
At PAWS for Reading, kids read aloud to a St. John Ambulance therapy dog (and her handler) in our 1st Floor Program Room. These dogs are the best and most patient listeners – perfect for helping young readers feel comfortable and confident.
For beginner and reluctant Readers ages 5 and up
Youth Chess Club
Join us for a biweekly evening of chess fun! Players of all skill levels are welcome.
For children & youth aged 9 – 17. This is a drop-in program. Biweekly on Thursdays from 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Children 10 years and under must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Drop-in program. 1st Floor Children’s Program Room.
Upcoming Dates:
- Thursday, September 11
- Thursday, September 25
Micro:Bit Workshop
Over 4 weeks, learn basic coding and programming skills with Micro:Bit, a pocket sized computer! Ages 8-12.
Fall session meets on Saturdays from 3:00 – 4:00 p.m.:
- Week 1: September 27
- Week 2: October 4
- Week 3: October 11
- Week 4: October 18
Space is limited! To register, email cys@bellevillelibrary.ca or call 613-968-6731 x2035.