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Children’s Programs
The Winter 2026 session runs January 5 to March 14.
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
Winter Session: January 5 – March 9, 2026
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
Winter Session: January 5 – March 9, 2026
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
Winter Session: January 6 – March 10, 2026
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
Winter Session: January 10 – March 14, 2026
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:
- January 17: Winter Cardinals
- January 24: Family Literacy Day
- January 31: Crayon Resist Art
- February 7: You Gotta Have Hearts
- February 14: Love is in the Air
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. 1st Floor Children’s Program Room.
Upcoming Dates:
- Friday, January 30, 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.: Family Board Games
- Friday, April 17, 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.
New! Youth French Conversation Circle
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
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.
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, January 15
- Thursday, January 29
Micro:bit Python Workshop: Sensors & Physical Computing
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. Space limited. To register, call (613) 968-6731 Ext #2035 or email cys@bellevillelibrary.ca.
