All activities are bilingual and free. Some activities require help from an adult.
Activities will last approximately 15-30 minutes.
Library staff cannot assume responsibility for children left unattended within our public facility.
Storytime (bilingual)
Russell Branch – OUTDOORS
Wednesdays 10:30 AM
July 3 to August 21
Every Wednesday from July 3 to August 21 at 10:30 AM – Families are invited to enjoy this drop-in story time all summer long. Storytime will be held outside (indoors in case of rain or extreme heat) at the Russell Branch (1053 Concession Street). Registration not required.
Hike & Storytime
Russell Branch
Tuesdays 9 AM to 11 AM
July 2 to August 20 (No activity on July 9 and 16)
9AM-10AM: Join Mélissa on a fun morning hike down the conservation area across the street from the library. Meeting place: library parking lot.
10AM-11AM: It’s story time! With each book, a new adventure begins. Have fun participating in a book-themed activity. In partnership with Early On Child and Family Centre. For children 0-6 years old.
Drop-in program.
Bead Keychains
Russell Branch
Thursday, August 1 at 2:30 PM
8+ years
Join us as we make pony bead keychains using patterns or original designs. Register here.
Stellar Salt Painting
Russell Branch
Tuesday, August 6 at 2:30 PM
8+ years
An art piece using watercolour paints and salt to create a starry-sky effect. Register here.
Pipe Cleaner Constellations
Russell Branch
Thursday August 8 at 2:30 PM
5+ years
Participants will look at images of constellations and re-create them using pipe cleaners and plastic beads. Register here.
Surprise Big Mouth Fish
Russell Branch
Tuesday, August 13 at 2:30 PM
8+ years
Create an interactive paper toy fish with a hidden surprise in its mouth. Register here.
Sun Catcher
Russell Branch
Thursday, August 15 at 2:30 PM
4+ years
Create some summer fruit inspired sun catchers to decorate your windows. Register here.
Special Guest: Paramedics
Russell Branch
Monday, August 19 at 6 PM
All ages
First responders visit the library! Learn about paramedics, ask questions, and sit in the ambulance! Register here.
Ancient Greek Olympics
Russell Branch
Tuesday, August 20 at 2:30 PM
6+ years
Celebrate with the mythological Greek Gods by participating in Olympic events. Register here.
Make and Play Wooden Spoons
Russell Branch
Thursday, August 22 at 6:00 PM
Ages 5 to 12 years old
Bilingual activity
Registration required. Places are limited. Register here. Cost: $5
Learn to play musical spoons with l’habitant Voyageur Louis Mercier. He is an ambassador of traditional French-Canadian music. In this fun, interactive workshop, participants will sand and finish a set of their own wooden spoons, then learn to play a few simple rhythms with their instrument.
At 7 PM: Stay with us after the workshop for the announcement of the Winners of the Summer Reading Challenges
Grand Prize Drawings
Russell Branch
Thursday, August 22 at 7:00 PM
All ages
Join us as we will announce the winners of the summer reading challenges.
Beverages, freezies and a door prize!
No registration required.