Books & Audiobooks
Upcoming Kids & Tween Events
STEM
Exploring Augmented Reality
March 20th: 01:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Main Library
Age Group: Kids
Drop-in
About the Program
Create something magical with this hands-on, drop-in Augmented Reality experience using the Quiver app. Start by colouring a page, then watch your artwork pop off the screen as a moving 3D character or scene - bringing creativity and technology together in a fun, playful way. All materials are provided, and you get to take your creations home with you.
STEM
Fun Science Experiments
March 20th: 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM
McCormick Branch
Age Group: Kids
Waitlisted
About the Program
Get ready to learn, experiment, and have fun with a variety of hands-on science activities. From simple experiments to curious challenges, this program is all about trying things out, asking questions, and discovering how the world works—one experiment at a time.
STEM
Friendly Robot Club
March 20th: 02:30 PM - 03:30 PM
Eastside Branch
Age Group: Kids
Waitlisted
About the Program
Read, move, and build like a robot in this playful, hands-on program. We’ll share robot stories, try “unplugged” coding activities by pretending we’re robots, and use art and building supplies to create our own pretend robots. Expect lots of imagination, movement, and creative building along the way.
Music
Irish Céilí Dance
March 21st: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
John M. Harper Branch
Age Group: Kids
Waitlisted
About the Program
Join us for a delightful journey into Irish farm life with Brendan Tonra's charming tale, Three Ducks and a Goose. This interactive program invites children and families to listen, dance, sing, and move along with the story, and definitely some céilí (group) dancing to boot!
Literacy and Language Learning
Reading Buddies
March 21st: 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Main Library
Age Group: Kids
Waitlisted
About the Program
Encourage a love of reading with this fun, interactive literacy program. Participants will pair up with a volunteer literacy tutor for guided reading sessions followed by language games and activities with the group.
STEM
Geodesic Dome and Fort Building Bonanza
March 21st: 02:00 PM - 03:30 PM
McCormick Branch
Age Group: Kids
Registration required
About the Program
Turn the library into a space for imagination, building, and big ideas! Participants will work together to design and build geodesic domes using newspaper and tape, then use other fort-building materials to create all kinds of creative structures. Everyone will also get to make a mini light-up “fort” to take home and keep the building going.
STEM
Number Ninjas
March 23rd: 06:30 PM - 07:30 PM
John M. Harper Branch
Age Group: Kids
Waitlisted
About the Program
Have fun with math in this interactive educational program. Friendly volunteer tutors will work with children to explore mathematical concepts with fun activities and challenges.
Tech and Tools
Tech Tinker Lab
March 25th: 04:00 PM - 05:00 PM
John M. Harper Branch
Age Group: Tweens
Waitlisted
About the Program
Curious about how everyday technology works? In this hands‑on program, tweens will take apart common household items to explore what’s inside and how the pieces fit together. Participants will safely dismantle objects like kettles, remote controls, VCRs, and other devices, learning about their inner workings and imagining creative new uses for the parts. Perfect for kids who love to tinker, build, and ask “how does that work?”
Tech and Tools
AI Literacy Day: Try AI Drop-In
March 28th: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Main Library
Age Group: Tweens
Drop-in
About the Program
Celebrate AI Literacy Day with a family‑friendly drop‑in where you can explore different types of Artificial Intelligence in a fun, approachable way. All knowledge levels are welcome—no experience needed. Try out a variety of AI tools, experiment with simple activities (like typing in short instructions to see what an AI creates), and learn how different platforms work. Staff will also share helpful resources to support safe, informed, and thoughtful AI use at home.
Literacy and Language Learning
Reading Buddies
March 28th: 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Main Library
Age Group: Kids
Waitlisted
About the Program
Encourage a love of reading with this fun, interactive literacy program. Participants will pair up with a volunteer literacy tutor for guided reading sessions followed by language games and activities with the group.
STEM
Number Ninjas
March 30th: 06:30 PM - 07:30 PM
John M. Harper Branch
Age Group: Kids
Waitlisted
About the Program
Have fun with math in this interactive educational program. Friendly volunteer tutors will work with children to explore mathematical concepts with fun activities and challenges.
Socials and Clubs
Graphic Novel Reading Circle
April 1st: 04:00 PM - 05:00 PM
John M. Harper Branch
Age Group: Tweens
Registration required
About the Program
Calling all Graphic Novel fans: we’re making an after-school reading space just for you! This fun program for tweens will help build literacy skills and give participants an opportunity to share in a structured environment to focus on reading. Optional prompts will be provided to encourage reading comprehension that builds upon the hour spent reading among peers. Participants will be able to discuss books amongst themselves, though there is no obligation to do so. Register to join your new favourite monthly reading hangout because, as we all know, How Many Nights A Week Should You Be Reading? 6-7!
Tech and Tools
After School Maker Club
April 2nd: 04:00 PM - 05:00 PM
McCormick Branch
Age Group: Kids
Waitlisted
About the Program
Get hands-on with exciting activities that explore Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math. Kids will create fun gadgets, solve creative science problems, and experiment with tech tools and robots—including Ozobots, Cubelets, and LEGO Spike Robotics. Every session offers something new to discover, build, and explore through play and problem-solving. Perfect for curious minds who love to tinker and create!
Crafts and Hobbies
Polymer Clay Critters
April 4th: 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
McCormick Branch
Age Group: Kids
Waitlisted
About the Program
Sculpt your very own clay critter using colourful polymer clay! Create anything you can imagine, from cute creatures to tiny monsters or magical animals. We’ll bake your creations on-site so they’re ready to take home the same day. While your critter is in the oven, get creative designing and building a cozy home for it to live in. All materials will be provided—just bring your imagination!
Crafts and Hobbies
Tween Artists in Residence
April 8th: 04:00 PM - 05:00 PM
John M. Harper Branch
Age Group: Tweens
Registration required
About the Program
Budding artists are invited to join us for this 3-part series, where you get to fill our gallery space with your art!
Tech and Tools
After School Maker Club
April 9th: 04:00 PM - 05:00 PM
McCormick Branch
Age Group: Kids
Waitlisted
About the Program
Get hands-on with exciting activities that explore Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math. Kids will create fun gadgets, solve creative science problems, and experiment with tech tools and robots—including Ozobots, Cubelets, and LEGO Spike Robotics. Every session offers something new to discover, build, and explore through play and problem-solving. Perfect for curious minds who love to tinker and create!
STEM
Space Jeopardy
April 11th: 12:00 PM - 01:00 PM
Main Library
Age Group: Tweens
Registration required
About the Program
Play STEM-themed Jeopardy in celebration of all things outer space, and astronomy. Test your knowledge in groups and battle for the title of STEM Champion.
Storytimes
Dog Lovers Pawty
April 13th: 04:00 PM - 05:00 PM
Main Library
Age Group: Kids
Registration required
About the Program
Calling all kids who love dogs — who’s ready to paw-ty?
Crafts and Hobbies
Tween Artists in Residence
April 15th: 04:00 PM - 05:00 PM
John M. Harper Branch
Age Group: Tweens
Registration required
About the Program
Budding artists are invited to join us for this 3-part series, where you get to fill our gallery space with your art!
Tech and Tools
After School Maker Club
April 16th: 04:00 PM - 05:00 PM
McCormick Branch
Age Group: Kids
Waitlisted
About the Program
Get hands-on with exciting activities that explore Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math. Kids will create fun gadgets, solve creative science problems, and experiment with tech tools and robots—including Ozobots, Cubelets, and LEGO Spike Robotics. Every session offers something new to discover, build, and explore through play and problem-solving. Perfect for curious minds who love to tinker and create!