The Stittsville Creative Writing Group – Youth Program (SCWG-YP) is an extension of the adult program with the goals of: fostering creativity and literacy in the next generation, inspiring future writers, and preserving the art of the written word. 

Participants are youth 13-17 years of age, unless granted an exemption. SCWG-YP participants and members meet once a month, on the third Monday of the month from 6:30pm-8:00pm, for a series of lectures and writing exercises designed to achieve the group’s goals. The group is led by an adult member of the SCWG.

Deliverables undertaken by the SCWG-YP include: 

· Discussion on writing theory;

· Practical lessons on writing;

· In-session and independent writing exercises; 

· Appraisal and workshopping of ideas, and

· Guidance on creative writing and practical advice about publishing.

New to independent reading?

Join our family book club and discover great reading suggestions to get you started and keep you going. 

We will share favorites, listen to read-alouds and participate in book-related art activities.

For kids ages 6-8 and their adult reading partner.

Let your creativity flow with Pop-up Painters. Transform a blank canvas into a majestic snowy trees painting! Guided tutorial and supplies will be provided. Ages 8-17. Registration is required.

Please note this is a repeat program that was offered on Saturday December 16.

Ever wonder what stuffed animals do at night while you are sleeping? 

Part 1: Bring your favourite stuffed animal to a pyjama storytime and leave them here for a sleepover. Secret cameras will catch them playing overnight. 

Part 2: Pick up your stuffed animal and join us to watch a slideshow of your stuffies' nighttime mischief. 

This is a registered program as a series.