NORTH WELLINGTON – Library staff look forward to the Summer Reading Club all year – and we hope you do too! If you haven’t signed up yet, there’s still time. The last day to collect brag tags and submit your ballots for awesome prizes is Aug. 23.
Feeling a bit of summer boredom? We’ve got you covered! There’s still plenty of fun ahead at your local library. Drop in for Story Times, crafts, STEM activities, movies, LEGO, and more. Plus, don’t miss visits from special guests at our Harriston and Drayton branches.
Heading out on summer adventures? We’ve got great options to keep kids entertained on the go.
Audiobooks offer a screen-free way for children to learn and have fun at the same time. Our growing collection of audio devices now includes WhaZoodles (simple, kid-friendly players preloaded with stories), podcasts, music, meditations and more. No Wi-Fi or extra accessories needed! We also have Yotos, Wonderbooks, audiobooks on CD, or eAudiobooks through the Libby App. The best part? They’re all free to borrow with your WCL card!
ARTHUR BRANCH
(519-848-3999)
Craft and Create: Fairy Doors (Teens and Adults)
Stop by the library to see how we can turn simple craft supplies into a fairy door that is sure to add some magic to your garden this summer. All materials provided, just bring your imagination. Please register.
Aug. 16, 12:30 to 1:30pm.
Afterschool Adventures: Fall Fair Crafting (Kids)
Get ready for the Arthur Fall Fair with the library! We will provide all the materials you need to create a painted rock to enter into the Arthur Fall Fair. Please register.
Aug. 26, 4 to 5pm.
CLIFFORD BRANCH
(519-327-8328)
Carnegie Café: Little Free Libraries (Adults)
Little Free Libraries is a movement that was started with the desire to share books and the joys of reading with our communities through small, road-side book-sharing boxes. Now the tiny free libraries can be found around the world and in many different shapes and sizes. Join us for an information session to learn what you need to start your own little free library. Please register.
Aug. 6, 6 to 7pm
Paws 4 Stories (Kids)
Readers are encouraged to build new skills and gain confidence by reading aloud to a certified therapy dog. Please register. You will be contacted by your branch to book your exact 20-minute time slot for this program.
Aug. 7, 2:30 to 4:30pm.
DRAYTON BRANCH
(519-638-3788)
Summer Special Guest: Club Rex (All Ages)
Join us for a wild dinosaur adventure with Club Rex! Experience dinosaur skulls, claws, fossils and more in this fun and educational program for kids. Please register.
Aug. 21, 10:30 to 11:30am.
Craft and Create: Mosaic-Style Suncatchers (Ages 13+)
Embrace the August sunshine and join us to create an easy mosaic-style suncatcher using recycled materials. Please register.
Aug. 20, 6 to 7:30pm.
HARRISTON BRANCH
(519-338-2396)
Summer Special Guest: Inflated Ego (All Ages)
Join us for a visit from special guest Kricket of Inflated Ego! We’ll have a poppin’ good time with this interactive musical balloon show for all ages. Please register.
Aug. 15, 2 to 3pm
August Highlights: Fun activities every Monday and Tuesday, movies every Wednesday, and Story Time every Thursday! Drop in for a new scavenger hunt weekly.
MOUNT FOREST BRANCH
(519-3234541)
Summer Adventures: Global Apocalypse Survival Activity – Zombies! (Tweens and Teens)
The zombies are here! You and your fellow survivors have banded together, forming the last well-known community of uninfected humans. Team up in this thrilling survival challenge to build shelters, collect resources and do your best to survive. The fate of humanity rests in your hands – will you survive? Space is limited; please register.
Aug. 11, 1 to 3pm.
August highlights: There is lots of other great stuff going on too! We have lots of other fun activities each week, Story Time every Thursday, and a new scavenger hunt and craft each week! Registration is required for programs.
PALMERSTON BRANCH
(519-343-2142)
Summer Crafty Creations: Animal Exploration (Kids)
Join us on an animal themed creative quest to enjoy some hands-on fun! Please register.
Aug. 6, 2 to 3pm.
Summer STEM Activities (Kids)
Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math will spark your imagination on this global journey. This program will include train-themed activities. Please register.
Aug. 14, 2 to 3pm.
