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Some in-branch programs require registration with your library card. Please log in with your library account or follow this link to apply for a card online. You can also apply for a card in person at any of our 33 locations.

  • Friday Oct 25, 2024 at 4:00pm
    120 minutes

    Come watch a FREE screening of fun, family-friendly movies every Friday this fall at the Blackburn Hamlet branch! Bring your own water bottle. Costumes are always welcome!  

    Onward (2020) - 102 mins - G

    Two teenage elf brothers get an unexpected opportunity to spend one more day with their late dad, so they embark on an extraordinary quest to discover if there is still a little magic left out there.

    Le film sera visionné en anglais / Movie will be shown in English 

  • Family Storytime

    Saturdays, Oct 26, 2024 - Dec 07, 2024
    10:15am
    45 minutes

    3 sessions remaining

    Contes, rimes, chansons et un bricolage pour les 4 à 6 ans et un parent ou gardien.​

    Le 14 septembre (Automne)​

    Le 26 octobre (Halloween)​

    Le 23 novembre​

    Le 7 décembre (Noël)​

    Bilingue et portes ouvertes

    Stories, rhymes, songs and a craft for ages 4 to 6 and a parent or caregiver. /​

    (Fall) September 14 

    (Halloween) October 26

    November 23​

    (Christmas) December 7

    Bilingual, Drop-in 

  • Saturdays, Oct 26, 2024 - Nov 30, 2024
    10:15am
    30 minutes

    2 sessions remaining

    On the last Saturday of the month, starting in October, wear your pajamas, bring along your favourite stuffie, and come get cozy with us!  

    Stories, rhymes, and songs for children of all ages and parents or caregivers.

    September 28, 2024

    October 26, 2024

    November 30, 2024

  • Saturdays, Oct 26, 2024 - Jun 07, 2025
    10:30am
    90 minutes

    11 sessions remaining

    Join us for a program that features:

    dimmed lighting

    sensory toys

    a smaller number of participants

    an adapted circle time with stories, rhymes and songs

    During this program there will be opportunities for open play and a chance to connect with other families. The circle time portion of this program is offered in the last 20 minutes of the session. A family member must be present for the duration of the program.

    This program provides a welcoming environment and respects the needs of children from 18 months to 6 years who live with developmental disabilities and/or autism, or who show signs of a developmental delay.

    Soyez des nôtres pour cette activité où :

    la lumière est tamisée;

    des jouets sensoriels sont offerts;

    les places sont limitées;

    il y aura une période du cercle adaptée avec des histoires, des comptines et des chansons.

    Il y aura des moments de jeu libre et l’occasion d’échanger avec d’autres familles. La période du cercle a lieu dans les 20 dernières minutes. Un membre de la famille doit être présent pour toute la durée de l’activité.

    Ce programme offre un environnement accueillant et respecte les besoins des enfants âgés de 18 mois à 6 ans qui sont autistes, ont une déficience intellectuelle, ou présentent des signes de retard du développement.

  • Saturdays, Oct 26, 2024 - Nov 23, 2024
    10:30am
    30 minutes

    2 sessions remaining

    Stories, rhymes and songs for children of all ages and a parent or caregiver.Drop In

    30 minutes

    Cuentos, rimas y canciones para niños de todas las edades, acompañados de un padre o guardian

    No necesita inscribirse

    Duración: 30 minutos

     Sept 28, Oct 26 & Nov 23 10:30 AM

  • Web banner for hobbies and crafts

    Saturday Oct 26, 2024 at 11:00am
    60 minutes

    Join us for Halloween and fall crafts. For families. Drop-in program.

    Joignez-vous à nous pour des bricolages d'halloween et d'automne. Pour les familles. Inscription non requise.

  • Web banner for Arts and Culture

    Saturdays, Oct 26, 2024 - Dec 21, 2024
    2:00pm
    60 minutes

    3 sessions remaining

    Come recreate a famous piece of art. We will select a new piece of art and give you all the supplies you need!

    September inspiration: Starry Night by Vincent van Gogh
    October inspiration: The Scream by Edvard Munch
    November inspiration: Mona Lisa by Leonardo da Vinci
    December inspiration: The Polar Express by Chris van Allsburg

    Ages 6-12.

  • Saturday Oct 26, 2024 at 2:30pm
    60 minutes

    Come to the library for a Tween Halloween program filled with zombies, monsters, ghosts, and more! Registration. For ages 10-14.

    Venez à la biblio pour un programme d'Halloween pour pré-ados rempli de zombies, de monstres, de fantômes et plus encore ! Inscription. Pour les 10 à 14 ans.

  • witch holding cat with ghost and pumpkin in background

    Monday Oct 28, 2024 at 6:30pm
    45 minutes

    Wanda Witch and her friends, Ghost, Spider, and Pumpkin are excited about their favorite holiday, Halloween! Most kids love Halloween because of the treats, but these friends love the tricks! It looks like they are playing a trick on our class. They left us treats but tricked us and locked them in these boxes! Can you help solve the puzzles to open the boxes? Ages 8-12. Registration required.

  • Tuesday Oct 29, 2024 at 5:00pm
    75 minutes

    Join us for a painting night at the library! Paint a beautiful landscape by following a step-by-step tutorial video!  Register to ensure your spot. Drop-ins are welcome until we reach our limit.​

    Registration recommended​

    Viens à une soirée artistique à la biblio ! Peins un beau paysage en suivant les instructions d’une vidéo tutoriel!  Inscrivez-vous pour garantir votre présence. Une participation sans inscription est possible jusqu'à ce qu'on ait atteint notre maximum de participants.​

    Inscription recommandé