Babies, Toddlers & Preschoolers
Programs for our youngest library members feature rhymes, songs, puppets and stories to help build early literacy skills in children and provide a gathering space for parents and caregivers.Â
Programs for Preschoolers continue to focus on early literacy as well as creative skills and early STEM skills.
Some programs listed below will be appropriate for the whole family. Others have specific age restrictions and/or registration requirements. All programs are free!
Frenchvale / Balls Creek / Westmount / Coxheath
Story Time
Super Saturday: Cherry blossom craft
Grand Mira North
Lively Larks
Whitney Pier
Mira Gut & Donkin
Movers & Shakers Story Time
Florence + Bras D’Or
Marion Bridge
Story Time
Super Saturday: Star Wars Day
Children ages 5-12
Library programs for school-age children focus on fun hands-on learning opportunities. Programs may include Lego drop-ins, STEAM activities, Theme days (e.g.. Star Wars Day, Beach Party) and crafts.
Some programs listed below will be appropriate for the whole family. Others have specific age restrictions and/or registration requirements. All programs are free!
Morning Meditation
Frenchvale / Balls Creek / Westmount / Coxheath
Super Saturday: Cherry blossom craft
Super Saturday: Sensory-Friendly Fun
Super Saturday: LEGO
Play in the Dirt!
Story Time
Junior D&D: Adventurers
Grand Mira North
Whitney Pier
Chess Club
Mira Gut & Donkin
Library Activities for Teens ages 13-19
The library offers a safe space for teens to relax, read, study and get together with their friends. All branches have wi-fi and public access computers complete with printers & scanners. Activities for teens vary by library branch. Past activities have included teen games nights, craft-to-sell workshops , songwriting workshops, open-mics, writing clubs, and teen wellness sessions. If you are a teen and have a suggestion for a library program talk with staff at your branch, email us or send us a comment on social media.