March break fun at library branches
By Alicia Gilstrof
Hard hats on and imaginations ready? This March break, imagine it, build it and bring it to life at your local Wellington County Library branch! Put your building skills to the test with a full lineup of fun, hands-on programming.
From March 16 to 21, young creators and crafters can dive into a week of constructing, experimenting, and designing with our engaging line-up of activities.
There’s something for every curious mind to explore, from engineering towering structures to crafting imaginative art and exploring science through play.
We also have special guest performances for families including magic shows and animal meet-and-greets.
To view our complete March Break schedule visit wellington.ca/LibraryCalendar.
Looking to host a family game night?
Explore more than 300 board games by browsing your local library, or check out our online catalogue for the full list of available titles at wellington.ca/LibraryCatalogue.
Casual players can enjoy family-friendly classics, trivia enthusiasts can put their knowledge to the test, and strategy lovers can dive into immersive campaigns.
ARTHUR BRANCH (519-848-3999)
The Simple Machines Show with Drew Ripley (All Ages)
Join us this March Break for a fun and engaging show with Drew Ripley to learn the science behind simple machines. Murphy the Mouse is causing havoc in the house! The kids must build a ridiculous mouse trap before it is too late. Will they do it? Will Murphy the Mouse get caught? Please register.
March 18, 10:30 to 11:30am
Family Story Time: Construct and Create (All Ages)
Our Story Times are designed to help children get ready for reading. Share stories, songs, rhymes and activities aimed at developing early literacy skills. Please register.
March 20, 10:30 to 11am
CLIFFORD BRANCH (519-327-8328)
Party Safari (All Ages)
Join us this March Break for a visit from Party Safari! Prepare for an interactive safari around the world with a diverse selection of crawly and cuddly critters. Please register.
March 17, 2 to 3pm
March Break Creations: Paper Pizza Party (Kids/Tweens)
Creativity is on the menu for this Clifford Branch program! Make your own pizza creations at our paper pizza party as we cook up the most delicious looking pieces of artwork – with no crumbs! Please register.
March 18, 2:15 to 3pm
DRAYTON BRANCH (519-638-3788)
The Juggling Chef (All Ages)
Join the Juggling Chef for an interactive show with puppets, food juggling and live music. Bring your best dance moves and juggling skills! Please register.
March 19, 10:30 to 11:30am
March Break STEAM: It’s a-MAZE-ing! (Ages eight and up)
Get ready to become a cardboard engineer! Together we’ll construct a city maze and then see if we can find our way through. Please register.
March 18, 2 to 3:30pm
HARRISTON BRANCH (519-338-2396)
Level Up Games: Video Game Social (Tweens/Teens)
Join us for a new weekly program! Bring your own portable games or enjoy some provided by the library. Drop in.
March 2, 9, 23 and 30, 4 to 5pm
March Break Magic with Scott Dietrich (All Ages)
Join us for a magic show full of fun and hilarity for all ages this March Break! Please register.
March 16, 2 to 3pm
MOUNT FOREST BRANCH (519-323-4541)
March Break AbraKIDabra Show (All Ages)
Celebrate March Break with a special guest. Magician Peter Mennie will amaze with the AbraKIDabra Show - the funniest magic show you’ll see all year! Please register.
March 16, 2 to 3pm
March Break Creations: Scrabble Tile Message Craft (Tweens/Teens)
Make, create, and craft with us! We will make framed inspirational messages with Scrabble tiles and decorative paper. Space is limited; please register.
March 20, 11am to 12pm
PALMERSTON BRANCH (519-343-2142)
March Break Adventures: Lego Raceway (School-Aged Kids)
We will be constructing vehicles and a track out of Lego and then racing our creations. Please register.
March 17, 4 to 5pm
Club Rex (All Ages)
Join us for a wild dinosaur adventure with Club Rex! Experience dinosaur skulls, claws, fossils and more. Please register.
March 20, 1 to 2pm
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Alicia Gilstorf is the supervisor at the Clifford branch of the Wellington County Library.
