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Children’s Programs

Fall session runs September 8 – December 13. The Winter 2026 session will begin on January 5. 

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.

Advent Book Bundles

Pick up: December 1 – December 13

photo of a stack of picture books wrapped in christmas gift wrap

Make reading a special surprise this holiday season! Borrow 12 wrapped picture books and unwrap and read a book each day leading up to Christmas!

Check out a bundle at the Circulation Desk between December 1 – 13.

No registration required. Must have a library card.

Music & Movement

Fall Session: September 8  – December 8, 2025

Music and Movement Children's program - three children dancing

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

Toddlertime Children's Program - 3 children reading books

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:

P.A. Day Activities

Photo of a smiling child with hands covered in paint

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. 1st Floor Children’s Program Room.

Upcoming Dates:

  • Friday, January 30, 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.

New! Youth French Conversation Circle

Photo of three children sitting at a table laughing in conversation

Drop in and join our new Youth French Conversation Circle! Practice French with fellow young learners in a fun, friendly setting, guided by a bilingual staff member.

Ages 8 to 12. Drop-in program. 1st Floor Children’s Program Room.

Please note: This is not a French language learning class. It is for practicing French speaking skills..

Upcoming Dates:

  • Monday, January 19, 5:30-6:30 p.m.
  • Monday, February 23, 5:30-6:30 p.m.
  • Monday, March 30, 5:30-6:30 p.m.

PAWS for Reading

Photo of service dog Ruby

At PAWS for Reading, kids read aloud to a St. John Ambulance therapy dog (and their 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.

For registration and more information click here. 

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, December 18 – Tournament 
  • Thursday, January 15
  • Thursday, January 29

Micro:bit Python Workshop: Sensors & Physical Computing

Photo of a Micro:Bit computer.
This 4-week workshop introduces text-based programming with Python (software) and the micro:bit board (hardware). Students will progress through the Python curriculum, learning fundamental coding concepts including variables, conditions, loops, and functions while interfacing with physical hardware components.
 

Workshop Dates:

  • Wednesday, February 4, 5:30-6:30 p.m.
  • Wednesday, February 11, 5:30-6:30 p.m.
  • Wednesday, February 18, 5:30-6:30 p.m.
  • Wednesday, February 25, 5:30-6:30 p.m.

Ages 9 – 14. Registration opens December 1.