Stories and activities that support Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math.

For a child aged 3-6 and a parent or caregiver.

Please only register the child participant, not the adult.

Everyone is welcome to join Vernon’s book club!
Visit with your friends and neighbours to discuss great books.

First Thursday of the month
6:30pm-7:30pm

July 4 – Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus
August 1– Fight Night by Miriam Toews
September 5 – A Man Called Ove by Fredrik Backman
October 3 – Jennie’s Boy by Wayne Johnston
November 7 – The Thursday Murder Club by Richard Osman
December 5 – Dictionary of Lost Words by Pip Williams
January 2 (2025) – Wrong Place Wrong Time by Gillian McAllister

Books will be available at the Vernon branch service hub.

Join the Ottawa Humane Society and learn to be a good buddy to dogs! Participants will learn how to safely approach a dog, what to do if they ever feel afraid around a dog, and explore bite-prevention tips through role-playing scenarios. Family program for ages 4+. Registration required. 

Depending on availability, a temperament-tested volunteer dog might join us!

Hazeldean Library presents the Zoo crew! This program is geared towards school aged children. It focuses on giving  children the opportunity to hold and learn about live animals while teaching the importance of being gentle and respectful to all living creatures.

The Zoo Crew is an animal education company that combines entertainment and learning to create an exciting experience that will be remembered! Committed to nurturing the human-animal bond.

Ages 5-12. Registration required.