Circus Relay Race

Thu, Jul 03, 9:00am - 11:00am

Strathroy

Free drop-in program for families with children 0-6 years old.

Open Spaces Outdoor Adventures - Lucan Conservation Area

Thu, Jul 03, 9:00am - 11:00am

Ilderton

Free drop-in program for families with children 0-6 years old.

Thu, Jul 03, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Community Events

Join us as we enjoy free play and adventures in learning in the great outdoors. For Middlesex County residents only. Please register for only up to two (2) Open Spaces programs per month.

Thu, Jul 03, 10:30am - 11:00am

Ailsa Craig

Join staff for stories, songs, rhymes and fun! All are welcome.

Thu, Jul 03, 10:30am - 11:00am

Dorchester - Dorchester Program Room

Join Kristyn for stories, songs, rhymes and fun! All are welcome.

Needle Felted Flower

Thu, Jul 03, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Thorndale - Thorndale Community Room

Let your imagination bloom as you poke, twist, and shape wool into a beautiful, needle felted flower that will brighten any corner of your world!

Registration is now closed

Thu, Jul 03, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Strathroy

Free drop-in program for families with children 0-12 months old.

Infant Massage - Ilderton

Thu, Jul 03, 1:00pm - 4:00pm

River Heights EarlyON

Free drop in to program at River Heights EarlyON Child & Family Centre.

Thu, Jul 03, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Ilderton

A 5-week program that will give you the tools and information you need to communicate with your baby through loving touch. Intended for infants who are not mobile. Middlesex County residents only.

Registration is now closed

Emoji Galaxy Painting

Thu, Jul 03, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Ilderton

Let's paint some emoji galaxies! Place your favourite emoji among the stars or create a new constellation! Ages 6+

Registration is now closed

Thu, Jul 03, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Glencoe

Knitters and Crocheters this program is for you! Learn a new skill and chat with fellow crafters. Beginners are welcome.

Thu, Jul 03, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Strathroy - Strathroy Pod

Having trouble with a library app? Need help getting your email set up? Sign up for a one-on-one session with library staff to answer your tech question. Please contact the branch to register.

Read With a Wrestler! - with Chris Gray

Thu, Jul 03, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Dorchester - Dorchester Program Room

Return of the LEGO Challenge! Come by each week for new challenges and trophies to be won!

Thu, Jul 03, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Strathroy - Strathroy Program Room

Join us for stories, activities, and a meet & greet with Chris Gray, aka “Cody Deaner”, TNA Professional Wrestler. Have fun and be inspired to follow your dreams!

Summer Used Book Sale Begins! - runs until end of August

Thu, Jul 03, 2:00pm - 6:00pm

Melbourne

Check out the Melbourne Library for some great reads at a great price during our Summer Used Book Sale. Items available during all open hours in July & August! Proceeds will support library programs.

Thu, Jul 03, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

River Heights EarlyON

Free drop in to program at River Heights EarlyON Child & Family Centre.

Thu, Jul 03, 2:15pm - 4:00pm

Glencoe

Keep up those literacy skills through the summer! Book Buddies participants meet weekly with student volunteers to read and have fun at the library. Open to children starting JK - Gr. 4 in Sept. 2025

Registration is now closed

Full STEAM Ahead with GD

Thu, Jul 03, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Komoka - Komoka Program Room

Join us and the super, awesome engineers at General Dynamics with their fun exciting STEAM activities.

This event is full

Read with a Wrestler! - with Chris Gray

Thu, Jul 03, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Coldstream

Turn old tech into new creations. Children aged 7 and under must attend with an adult. Adults do not need to register.

Thu, Jul 03, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Glencoe - Glencoe Program Room

Join us for stories, activities, and a meet & greet with Chris Gray, aka “Cody Deaner”, TNA Professional Wrestler. Have fun and be inspired to follow your dreams!

Music in the Garden - Simple Joy

Thu, Jul 03, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Komoka - Komoka Program Room

Drop in Thursday evenings with your needle project to meet and chat with other knitters and crocheters.

Firework Craft for Kids

Thu, Jul 03, 6:00pm - 6:30pm

Newbury

Thu, Jul 03, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Coldstream

Musical entertainment for everyone. BYOC as we will be in the garden area

Fri, Jul 04, 9:00am - 11:00am

Thorndale

Free drop-in program for families with children 0-6 years old.

Fri, Jul 04, 10:30am - 11:00am

Mt. Brydges

Join Dallas every Friday for stories, songs, rhymes and fun! All are welcome.

Fri, Jul 04, 10:30am - 11:00am

Melbourne

Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, and fun! All are welcome.

Fri, Jul 04, 10:30am - 11:00am

Strathroy

Join Miss Vanessa every Friday for stories, songs, rhymes and fun! All are welcome.

Glencoe Storytime - with Wittle Walk - begins at 10:15am

Fri, Jul 04, 10:30am - 11:00am

Parkhill

Join us for stories, songs, rhymes and fun! All are welcome.

Fri, Jul 04, 10:30am - 11:00am

Glencoe - Glencoe Program Room

Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, and fun! All are welcome. Plus: all summer long, join Tammy for a 10 minute walk before storytime, to see what is happening around the library.

Fri, Jul 04, 10:30am - 11:00am

Lucan - Lucan Program Room

Join Katy at our weekly Storytime for stories, songs, rhymes, and fun!

Fri, Jul 04, 10:30am - 11:00am

Ilderton

Join Ms. Lisa at our weekly storytime for stories, songs, rhymes, and fun!

Fri, Jul 04, 11:00am - 11:30am

Glencoe

Join Tammy in the garden as we pick vegetables and prepare them for our community pantry.

Afternoon Book Club (ABC)

Fri, Jul 04, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Thorndale

Drop in and see what weekly Lego challenge the staff have come up with. Build it, and your name will go into a draw for a trophy!

Fri, Jul 04, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Glencoe - Glencoe Program Room

Join us for a light snack and a lively discussion about our most recent read, Beautiful Little Fools by Jillian Cantor.

Fri, Jul 04, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Komoka - Komoka Program Room

Join us for Pilates. This challenging low impact exercise method that balances strength with mobility, aligns the body, fine-tunes movement patterns, and strengthens the deeper muscles of the core.

Bingo Bonanza

Fri, Jul 04, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Dorchester - Dorchester Program Room

Join us for some Bingo fun! Bring your family and friends and win some prizes.

Science Lab Saturday

Sat, Jul 05, 10:30am - 11:30am

Glencoe - Glencoe Program Room

Calling all little scientists! Join us on a Saturday for hands-on science experiments

Sat, Jul 05, 10:30am - 1:30pm

Lucan

Are you and your family up to the task? Test your ability and see how much of each week's challenge you can complete in 60 seconds on Saturdays from June 28 to August 16!

Sat, Jul 05, 10:30am - 11:30am

Thorndale - Thorndale Community Room

Learn the art of metal embossing with special guest instructor Marina. She will review the tools and the steps involved. You will then use your creativity to make your own piece of metal art.

Pride Storytime

Sat, Jul 05, 10:30am - 11:00am

Dorchester - Dorchester Program Room

Join Kristyn for a special pride themed storytime with stories, songs, rhymes and fun! Everyone is welcome! In partnership with Thames Centre Pride.

Buttons and Glitter

Sat, Jul 05, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Komoka

Join us at the Komoka market to make your very own button! While supplies last.

Mon, Jul 07, 9:00am - 11:00am

Lucan - Lucan Program Room

Free drop-in program for families with children 0-6 years old.

Mon, Jul 07, 9:00am - 11:00am

Glencoe - Glencoe Program Room

Free drop-in program for families with children 0-6 years old.

Open Spaces Outdoor Adventures - Coldstream Conservation Area

Mon, Jul 07, 10:00am - 11:00am

Strathroy

Messy Mondays is back! Join Miss Vanessa in the reading garden under the sun shade for a drop in play centered art program. Please come dressed for messy activities. For ages 12 months to 5 years.

Mon, Jul 07, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Community Events

Join us as we enjoy free play and adventures in learning in the great outdoors. For Middlesex County residents only. Please register for only up to two (2) Open Spaces programs per month.

This event is full

Mon, Jul 07, 10:30am - 11:00am

Komoka

Join us for stories, songs, rhymes and fun! All are welcome.

Backpack Gnomies

Mon, Jul 07, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Dorchester

Make a Gnomie and clip it on your backpack, or any other bag you carry.

This event is full

Mon, Jul 07, 1:00pm - 3:30pm

Komoka - Komoka Program Room

Drop in every Monday for cards, games, conversation and light refreshments. Everyone is welcome.

Mon, Jul 07, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Lucan - Lucan Program Room

Free drop-in program for families with children 0-12 months old.

tykeTALK Drop-In - Strathroy

Mon, Jul 07, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Glencoe - Glencoe Program Room

Free drop-in program for families with children 0-12 months old.

Tue, Jul 08, 9:00am - 11:00am

Strathroy

A tykeTALK Speech Language Pathologist from Thames Valley Children’s Centre will be available to answer any questions and provide strategies to promote early language development through play

Tue, Jul 08, 9:00am - 11:00am

Strathroy

Free drop-in program for families with children 0-6 years old.

Tue, Jul 08, 9:00am - 11:00am

Ilderton

Free drop-in program for families with children 0-6 years old.

Tue, Jul 08, 10:30am - 11:00am

Thorndale

Join Whitney for stories, songs, rhymes, and fun! All are welcome.

Coffee, Conversation & Cards

Tue, Jul 08, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Coldstream

Explore all the possibilities of different areas of STEAM using a rainbow of colours during this drop-in, interactive & hands-on program.

Tue, Jul 08, 12:30pm - 1:30pm

Thorndale - Thorndale Community Room

Tue, Jul 08, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Ilderton

Free drop-in program for families with children 0-12 months old.

Cricut Summer Design Workshop

Tue, Jul 08, 1:00pm - 4:00pm

River Heights EarlyON

Free drop in to program at River Heights EarlyON Child & Family Centre.

Tue, Jul 08, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Lucan - Lucan Program Room

Summer is here and the beach is calling!! Come customize a summer tote bag using a Cricut machine!

This event is full

Flutter Wings - Dress-Up, Imaginative Play

Tue, Jul 08, 1:00pm - 4:00pm

River Heights EarlyON

Free drop in to program at River Heights EarlyON Child & Family Centre.

Crafternoon Delight

Tue, Jul 08, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Dorchester

Join us to learn new art and craft skills. Please register for only one session per month.

Puzzle Club

Tue, Jul 08, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Glencoe - Glencoe Program Room

Escape the heat and enjoy the many benefits of puzzling! This is a relaxed gathering for those who enjoy quiet hobbies. Puzzles for both children and adults will be available.

Tue, Jul 08, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Mt. Brydges

Join us to paint and decorate your own set of wings for dress up and imaginative play.

This event is full

Tue, Jul 08, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Ailsa Craig

Have you ever wanted to become a spy? Crack secret codes and make your own gadgets as part of the Summer Spy School!

Puzzle Tournament

Tue, Jul 08, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Dorchester

Grab a team of 3 and compete against other teams to see who can complete our banned book puzzle the fastest! Only one registration needed per team.

Evening Storytime

Tue, Jul 08, 6:00pm - 6:30pm

Dorchester

Join Miss Carolyn once a month for an evening family storytime with stories, songs, rhymes and fun.

Wed, Jul 09, 9:00am - 11:00am

Mt. Brydges

Free drop-in program for families with children 0-6 years old.

Wed, Jul 09, 9:00am - 11:00am

Parkhill - Parkhill Program Room

Free drop-in program for families with children 0-6 years old.

Wed, Jul 09, 9:00am - 11:00am

Dorchester - Dorchester Program Room

Free drop-in program for families with children 0-6 years old.

Reading Garden Riot

Wed, Jul 09, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Strathroy - Strathroy Program Room

Drop into the Reading Garden for a morning of fun. Make a bubble wand and try it out, add to the chalk collage and create nature crafts. In the event of rain, events will move indoors.

Seniors Library Lounge - Wii Bowling

Wed, Jul 09, 10:15am - 12:00pm

Glencoe

Keep up those literacy skills through the summer! Book Buddies participants meet weekly with student volunteers to read and have fun at the library. Open to children starting JK - Gr. 4 in Sept. 2025

Registration is now closed

Komoka Koffee House

Wed, Jul 09, 10:30am - 11:30am

Komoka

Come to the library for a friendly discussion on current events and news worthy topics. Snacks and refresements served as we sip and deliberate.

Wed, Jul 09, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Glencoe - Glencoe Program Room

Have fun with your friends at the Library! Special guests and Wii bowling for all.

Wed, Jul 09, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Mt. Brydges

Free drop-in program for families with children 0-12 months old.

Wed, Jul 09, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

River Heights EarlyON

Free drop-in program for families with children 0-12 months old.

Wed, Jul 09, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Komoka - Komoka Program Room

Turn old tech into new wearable creations! Children aged 7 and under must attend with an adult (adults do no need to register).

Wed, Jul 09, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Ailsa Craig

Have you ever wanted to become a spy? Crack secret codes and make your own gadgets as part of the Summer Spy School!

Wed, Jul 09, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Ilderton

We will have the Nintendo Switches charged up for tracking your best lap. All participants will receive a prize for racing! Register for either the afternoon or evening session

Wed, Jul 09, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Glencoe

Join us Wednesday afternoon in the Garden for outdoor activities, arts & crafts, sensory play and more!

Break-in Bag Fun!

Wed, Jul 09, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Wardsville

Test your wits! Solve a series of clues to unlock several locks and claim your prize!

DIY Jewelry Night

Wed, Jul 09, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Dorchester - Dorchester Program Room

Join us at the library for a fun evening of jewelry making using polymer clay.

This event is full

Wed, Jul 09, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Strathroy

Our circle offers patrons of all abilities and ages a chance to meet, knit and crochet in a social setting. Drop in with your current project and share your expertise or learn a new skill.

Tween Machine Summer!

Wed, Jul 09, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Glencoe - Glencoe Program Room

Join us for a fun evening of crafts and creating, just for tweens & teens (grade 6-9). Tonight we're making Jibbitz!

Wed, Jul 09, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Ilderton

We will have the Nintendo Switches charged up for tracking your best lap. All participants will receive a prize for racing! Register for either the afternoon or evening session

Thu, Jul 10, 9:00am - 11:00am

Strathroy

Free drop-in program for families with children 0-6 years old.

Open Spaces Outdoor Adventures - Dorchester Conservation Area

Thu, Jul 10, 9:00am - 11:00am

Ilderton

Free drop-in program for families with children 0-6 years old.

Thu, Jul 10, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Community Events

Join us as we enjoy free play and adventures in learning in the great outdoors. For Middlesex County residents only. Please register for only up to two (2) Open Spaces programs per month.

Thu, Jul 10, 10:30am - 11:00am

Ailsa Craig

Join staff for stories, songs, rhymes and fun! All are welcome.

Thu, Jul 10, 10:30am - 11:00am

Dorchester - Dorchester Program Room

Join Kristyn for stories, songs, rhymes and fun! All are welcome.

Thu, Jul 10, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Strathroy

Free drop-in program for families with children 0-12 months old.

Thu, Jul 10, 1:00pm - 4:00pm

River Heights EarlyON

Free drop in to program at River Heights EarlyON Child & Family Centre.

Fun Fruit Parfaits!

Thu, Jul 10, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Melbourne

Join our fun program to create delicious fruit parfaits. Choose from a rainbow of fruit and yogurt to build your own healthy treat.

Thu, Jul 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Glencoe

Knitters and Crocheters this program is for you! Learn a new skill and chat with fellow crafters. Beginners are welcome.

Thu, Jul 10, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Strathroy - Strathroy Pod

Having trouble with a library app? Need help getting your email set up? Sign up for a one-on-one session with library staff to answer your tech question. Please contact the branch to register.

Thu, Jul 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Dorchester - Dorchester Program Room

Return of the LEGO Challenge! Come by each week for new challenges and trophies to be won!

Stomp Rockets

Thu, Jul 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Strathroy

Drop in and make a paper rocket. Use the library's stomp rocket to see how high it can go. For ages 7 and up. Weather permitting.

Thu, Jul 10, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

River Heights EarlyON

Free drop in to program at River Heights EarlyON Child & Family Centre.

Tea Time

Thu, Jul 10, 2:15pm - 4:15pm

Mt. Brydges

Join us at the library for conversation, cards, games, tea and treats. Everyone welcome!

Thu, Jul 10, 2:15pm - 4:00pm

Glencoe

Keep up those literacy skills through the summer! Book Buddies participants meet weekly with student volunteers to read and have fun at the library. Open to children starting JK - Gr. 4 in Sept. 2025

Registration is now closed

Slime it!

Thu, Jul 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Lucan - Lucan Program Room

Join us to make some slime and take it home with you!

This event is full

Break-in Bag Fun!

Thu, Jul 10, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Newbury

Test your wits! Solve a series of clues to unlock several locks and claim your prize!

Thu, Jul 10, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Komoka - Komoka Program Room

Drop in Thursday evenings with your needle project to meet and chat with other knitters and crocheters.

Fiction Addiction

Thu, Jul 10, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Lucan

Expand your reading horizons! Join us at our monthly book club to enjoy books by a variety of authors. New members welcome. Contact the Lucan Library for more information.

Storm Science

Thu, Jul 10, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Coldstream

Join Brian J. Spencer - Canadian Storm Chaser to learn about the excitement and perils behind storm, tornado chasing and other weather phenomena

Fri, Jul 11, 9:00am - 11:00am

Thorndale

Free drop-in program for families with children 0-6 years old.

Fri, Jul 11, 9:00am - 11:00am

Komoka

Free drop-in program for families with children 0-6 years old.

Fri, Jul 11, 10:30am - 11:00am

Mt. Brydges

Join Dallas every Friday for stories, songs, rhymes and fun! All are welcome.

Fri, Jul 11, 10:30am - 11:00am

Melbourne

Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, and fun! All are welcome.

Fri, Jul 11, 10:30am - 11:00am

Strathroy

Join Miss Vanessa every Friday for stories, songs, rhymes and fun! All are welcome.

Glencoe Storytime - with Wittle Walk - begins at 10:15am

Fri, Jul 11, 10:30am - 11:00am

Parkhill

Join us for stories, songs, rhymes and fun! All are welcome.

Bubble Painting

Fri, Jul 11, 10:30am - 11:30am

Wardsville

Ready, Set, Blow! Test your breath and create beautiful bubble art.

Fri, Jul 11, 10:30am - 11:00am

Glencoe - Glencoe Program Room

Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, and fun! All are welcome. Plus: all summer long, join Tammy for a 10 minute walk before storytime, to see what is happening around the library.

Fri, Jul 11, 10:30am - 11:00am

Lucan - Lucan Program Room

Join Katy at our weekly Storytime for stories, songs, rhymes, and fun!

Fri, Jul 11, 10:30am - 11:00am

Ilderton

Join Ms. Lisa at our weekly storytime for stories, songs, rhymes, and fun!

Fri, Jul 11, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Ailsa Craig

Join us weekly for a different timed seek and find!

Fri, Jul 11, 11:00am - 11:30am

Glencoe

Join Tammy in the garden as we pick vegetables and prepare them for our community pantry.

Fri, Jul 11, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Thorndale

Drop in and see what weekly Lego challenge the staff have come up with. Build it, and your name will go into a draw for a trophy!

Coffee, Conversation and Cards

Fri, Jul 11, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Parkhill - Parkhill Program Room

Join us weekly for a different timed seek and find!

Fri, Jul 11, 1:30pm - 3:00pm

Parkhill

A drop in social time for adults to make cards, get creative and chat.

Open Spaces Outdoor Adventures - Coldstream Conservation Area

Fri, Jul 11, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Komoka - Komoka Program Room

Join us for Pilates. This challenging low impact exercise method that balances strength with mobility, aligns the body, fine-tunes movement patterns, and strengthens the deeper muscles of the core.

Sat, Jul 12, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Community Events

Join us as we enjoy free play and adventures in learning in the great outdoors. For Middlesex County residents only. Please register for only up to two (2) Open Spaces programs per month.

This event is full

Movie Matinee - Wicked

Sat, Jul 12, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Strathroy - Strathroy Program Room

Drop by the Strathroy Library for a viewing of Wicked. Popcorn provided.

Sat, Jul 12, 10:30am - 1:30pm

Lucan

Are you and your family up to the task? Test your ability and see how much of each week's challenge you can complete in 60 seconds on Saturdays from June 28 to August 16!

Sat, Jul 12, 10:30am - 11:30am

Thorndale - Thorndale Community Room

Learn the art of metal embossing with special guest instructor Marina. She will review the tools and the steps involved. You will then use your creativity to make your own piece of metal art.

Fun Fruit Parfaits!

Sat, Jul 12, 10:30am - 11:30am

Glencoe - Glencoe Program Room

Join our fun program to create delicious fruit parfaits. Choose from a rainbow of fruit and yogurt to build your own healthy treat. All participants must be registered separately.

Mon, Jul 14, 9:00am - 11:00am

Lucan - Lucan Program Room

Free drop-in program for families with children 0-6 years old.

Mon, Jul 14, 9:00am - 11:00am

Glencoe - Glencoe Program Room

Free drop-in program for families with children 0-6 years old.

Open Spaces Outdoor Adventures - Dorchester Conservation Area

Mon, Jul 14, 10:00am - 11:00am

Strathroy

Messy Mondays is back! Join Miss Vanessa in the reading garden under the sun shade for a drop in play centered art program. Please come dressed for messy activities. For ages 12 months to 5 years.

Mon, Jul 14, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Community Events

Join us as we enjoy free play and adventures in learning in the great outdoors. For Middlesex County residents only. Please register for only up to two (2) Open Spaces programs per month.

This event is full

Mon, Jul 14, 10:30am - 11:00am

Komoka

Join us for stories, songs, rhymes and fun! All are welcome.

Mon, Jul 14, 1:00pm - 3:30pm

Komoka - Komoka Program Room

Drop in every Monday for cards, games, conversation and light refreshments. Everyone is welcome.

Mon, Jul 14, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Lucan - Lucan Program Room

Free drop-in program for families with children 0-12 months old.

Mon, Jul 14, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Glencoe - Glencoe Program Room

Free drop-in program for families with children 0-12 months old.

Donut Miss this One!

Mon, Jul 14, 4:30pm - 5:00pm

Newbury

Join us to create your very own apple fruit donut! Fun for all ages!

Croc Charms

Mon, Jul 14, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Delaware

Drop in to design and make your own croc charm! A second visit is required to complete your creations.

This event is full

Adult Writers' Workshop

Mon, Jul 14, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Strathroy - Strathroy Program Room

Join our adult writers' workshop to share some of your current writing project and receive feedback from other authors! For ages 18+

Bad Art Nite

Mon, Jul 14, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Dorchester - Dorchester Program Room

Unleash your inner Picasso and create your next masterpiece in this abstract art class.

Tue, Jul 15, 9:00am - 11:00am

Strathroy

Free drop-in program for families with children 0-6 years old.

Tue, Jul 15, 9:00am - 11:00am

Ilderton

Free drop-in program for families with children 0-6 years old.

Tue, Jul 15, 10:30am - 11:00am

Thorndale

Join Whitney for stories, songs, rhymes, and fun! All are welcome.

Tue, Jul 15, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Coldstream

Explore all the possibilities of different areas of STEAM using a rainbow of colours during this drop-in, interactive & hands-on program.

Ridiculous Games

Tue, Jul 15, 12:30pm - 1:30pm

Thorndale - Thorndale Community Room

RIDICULOUS games. WARNING: it will get messy! For ages 6+

Tue, Jul 15, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Ilderton

Free drop-in program for families with children 0-12 months old.

Tue, Jul 15, 1:00pm - 4:00pm

River Heights EarlyON

Free drop in to program at River Heights EarlyON Child & Family Centre.

Tue, Jul 15, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Lucan - Lucan Program Room

Join us for our second annual high octane Mario Kart racing tournament! Race your way up the scoreboard to claim the top prize!!

This event is full

Super Summer Obstacle Course

Tue, Jul 15, 1:00pm - 4:00pm

River Heights EarlyON

Free drop in to program at River Heights EarlyON Child & Family Centre.

Stitch N Chat

Tue, Jul 15, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Dorchester

Drop in with your needle project and meet and chat with other knitters and crocheters. All skill levels welcome

Tue, Jul 15, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Mt. Brydges

Are you the G.O.A.T? Test your agility, speed, creativity and problem solving in this series of structured outdoor obstacles. Snacks provided.

Lego Club

Tue, Jul 15, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Glencoe - Glencoe Program Room

It's a LEGO Club for all! Do the challenge of the week or build whatever you like.

A-MAZE-ing Race - Contact the Strathroy Library to Register

Tue, Jul 15, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Ailsa Craig

Have you ever wanted to become a spy? Crack secret codes and make your own gadgets as part of the Summer Spy School!

Puzzle Tournament

Tue, Jul 15, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Dorchester

Grab a team of 3 and compete against other teams to see who can complete our banned book puzzle the fastest! Only one registration needed per team.

Tue, Jul 15, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Strathroy - Strathroy Program Room

In teams of 2-4, guide an object tied to string through our 2D maze. The fastest team will win a prize! To register call 519-245-1290 or visit the Strathroy Library.

Page Turners Book Club

Tue, Jul 15, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Ailsa Craig

Join us to discuss the chosen title for each month. Books are available while supplies last. See staff for more information.

Readers Rendezvous

Tue, Jul 15, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Komoka - Komoka Program Room

Rendezvous with us for a monthly book club.

Melbourne Book Club

Tue, Jul 15, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Melbourne

Looking for great reads and good company? Join other book lovers in a casual yet stimulating book discussion and discover your next great read! Ask staff for a copy of this month's book selection.

Wed, Jul 16, 9:00am - 11:00am

Mt. Brydges

Free drop-in program for families with children 0-6 years old.

Wed, Jul 16, 9:00am - 11:00am

Parkhill - Parkhill Program Room

Free drop-in program for families with children 0-6 years old.

A-MAZE-ing Race - Contact the Strathroy Library to Register

Wed, Jul 16, 9:00am - 11:00am

Dorchester - Dorchester Program Room

Free drop-in program for families with children 0-6 years old.

Wed, Jul 16, 10:00am - 11:00am

Strathroy - Strathroy Program Room

In teams of 2-4, guide an object tied to string through our 2D maze. The fastest team will win a prize! To register call 519-245-1290 or visit the Strathroy Library.

Seniors Library Lounge - Wii Bowling

Wed, Jul 16, 10:15am - 12:00pm

Glencoe

Keep up those literacy skills through the summer! Book Buddies participants meet weekly with student volunteers to read and have fun at the library. Open to children starting JK - Gr. 4 in Sept. 2025

Registration is now closed

Wed, Jul 16, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Glencoe - Glencoe Program Room

Have fun with your friends at the Library! Special guests and Wii bowling for all.

Wed, Jul 16, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Mt. Brydges

Free drop-in program for families with children 0-12 months old.

Ultimate Puzzle Challenge

Wed, Jul 16, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

River Heights EarlyON

Free drop-in program for families with children 0-12 months old.

Wed, Jul 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Komoka - Komoka Program Room

Gather a team of 2 - 4 members and complete a 500 piece puzzle in the allotted time. A prize will be awarded to the team who completes their puzzle the fastest! Only one registration needed per team.

Registration opens Thursday, July 3 2025 at 9:00am

Wed, Jul 16, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Ailsa Craig

Have you ever wanted to become a spy? Crack secret codes and make your own gadgets as part of the Summer Spy School!

Smurftastic Slime Fun!

Wed, Jul 16, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Ilderton

Make your own Smurf Slime! This slime is fun to pull and stretch, braid, turn into ropes, the list goes on.

Registration opens Saturday, July 5 2025 at 9:00am

Storytime and Stuffy Sleepover

Wed, Jul 16, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Glencoe

Join us Wednesday afternoon in the Garden for outdoor activities, arts & crafts, sensory play and more!

Stitch 'n Chat

Wed, Jul 16, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Thorndale - Thorndale Community Room

Bring your needle project and meet other crocheters, knitters, and stitchers.

This event is full

Wed, Jul 16, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Wardsville

Join us for stories, songs, rhymes and fun! After, tuck your special stuffy in for a sleepover at the Library! They will share their adventures with you when you pick them up.

Storytime and Stuffy Sleepover

Wed, Jul 16, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Strathroy

Our circle offers patrons of all abilities and ages a chance to meet, knit and crochet in a social setting. Drop in with your current project and share your expertise or learn a new skill.

Wardsville Storytime

Wed, Jul 16, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Wardsville

Join us for stories, songs, rhymes and fun! Everyone welcome.

Rescheduled

Wed, Jul 16, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

New date Wednesday, July 16, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Wardsville

Join us for stories, songs, rhymes and fun! After, tuck your special stuffy in for a sleepover at the Library! They will share their adventures with you when you pick them up.

Weedy Wednesday

Wed, Jul 16, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Glencoe

Want to garden, but not too much? Help us out with our vegetables and flowers! Drinks & snacks provided. *Weather-permitting.

Smurftastic Slime Fun!

Wed, Jul 16, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Ilderton

Make your own Smurf Slime! This slime is fun to pull and stretch, braid, turn into ropes, the list goes on.

Registration opens Saturday, July 5 2025 at 9:00am

Mess-tival - for youth in grades 5-8

Wed, Jul 16, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Komoka

Tweens will get mucky and have the most marvelous time as we get very, very messy. Dress appropriately.

Thu, Jul 17, 9:00am - 11:00am

Strathroy

Free drop-in program for families with children 0-6 years old.

Open Spaces Outdoor Adventures - Coldstream Conservation Area

Thu, Jul 17, 9:00am - 11:00am

Ilderton

Free drop-in program for families with children 0-6 years old.

Kindness Rocks!

Thu, Jul 17, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Strathroy - Strathroy Program Room

Drop in and paint a rock with an uplifting message to brighten someone's day. Share it with a friend, hide it in a public space, or add it to our rock garden. Help spread the joy one rock at a time!

Thu, Jul 17, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Community Events

Join us as we enjoy free play and adventures in learning in the great outdoors. For Middlesex County residents only. Please register for only up to two (2) Open Spaces programs per month.

This event is full

Thu, Jul 17, 10:30am - 11:00am

Ailsa Craig

Join staff for stories, songs, rhymes and fun! All are welcome.

Thu, Jul 17, 10:30am - 11:00am

Dorchester - Dorchester Program Room

Join Kristyn for stories, songs, rhymes and fun! All are welcome.

Thu, Jul 17, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Strathroy

Free drop-in program for families with children 0-12 months old.

Tartan Days Book Sale - in support of The Friends of the Glencoe Library

Thu, Jul 17, 1:00pm - 4:00pm

River Heights EarlyON

Free drop in to program at River Heights EarlyON Child & Family Centre.

Thu, Jul 17, 1:00pm - 7:00pm

Glencoe - Glencoe Program Room

Find your next great read at a great price! Stop by the Friends of the Glencoe Library's Tartan Days Book Sale.

Thu, Jul 17, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Glencoe

Knitters and Crocheters this program is for you! Learn a new skill and chat with fellow crafters. Beginners are welcome.

Thu, Jul 17, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Strathroy - Strathroy Pod

Having trouble with a library app? Need help getting your email set up? Sign up for a one-on-one session with library staff to answer your tech question. Please contact the branch to register.

Thu, Jul 17, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Dorchester - Dorchester Program Room

Return of the LEGO Challenge! Come by each week for new challenges and trophies to be won!

Thu, Jul 17, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

River Heights EarlyON

Free drop in to program at River Heights EarlyON Child & Family Centre.

Amazing Race - Library Edition

Thu, Jul 17, 2:15pm - 4:00pm

Glencoe

Keep up those literacy skills through the summer! Book Buddies participants meet weekly with student volunteers to read and have fun at the library. Open to children starting JK - Gr. 4 in Sept. 2025

Registration is now closed

Thu, Jul 17, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Coldstream

Teams of 2 compete in the ultimate building wide challenge. Who will finish first to claim the prize?

Storytime and Stuffy Sleepover

Thu, Jul 17, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Komoka - Komoka Program Room

Drop in Thursday evenings with your needle project to meet and chat with other knitters and crocheters.

Thu, Jul 17, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Newbury

Join us for stories, songs, rhymes and fun! After, tuck your special stuffy in for a sleepover at the Library! They will share their adventures with you when you pick them up.

Tween Book Club

Thu, Jul 17, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Glencoe - Glencoe Study Room

Tweens of Glencoe! Join us once a month for a book club for kids aged 9 to 12. Each month we will be reading an engaging book and meet for a snack and discussion.

Smurfy Family Movie Night

Thu, Jul 17, 6:15pm - 7:45pm

Ilderton

Drop in to watch a Smurftastic Movie. Popcorn and drink provided.

Between the Pages Book Club

Thu, Jul 17, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Parkhill

Join Sylvia to discuss a different book every month.

Music in the Garden - Pubtunes - Music of Chris Schramek

Thu, Jul 17, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Coldstream

Musical entertainment for everyone. BYOC as we will be in the garden area

Fri, Jul 18, 9:00am - 11:00am

Thorndale

Free drop-in program for families with children 0-6 years old.

Tartan Days Book Sale - in support of The Friends of the Glencoe Library

Fri, Jul 18, 9:00am - 11:00am

Komoka - Komoka Program Room

Free drop-in program for families with children 0-6 years old.

Fri, Jul 18, 10:00am - 1:00pm

Glencoe - Glencoe Program Room

Find your next great read at a great price! Stop by the Friends of the Glencoe Library's Tartan Days Book Sale.

Fri, Jul 18, 10:30am - 11:00am

Mt. Brydges

Join Dallas every Friday for stories, songs, rhymes and fun! All are welcome.

Fri, Jul 18, 10:30am - 11:00am

Melbourne

Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, and fun! All are welcome.

Fri, Jul 18, 10:30am - 11:00am

Strathroy

Join Miss Vanessa every Friday for stories, songs, rhymes and fun! All are welcome.

Watercolour Workshop for Kids

Fri, Jul 18, 10:30am - 11:00am

Parkhill

Join us for stories, songs, rhymes and fun! All are welcome.

Build a Fort Day

Fri, Jul 18, 10:30am - 11:00am

Glencoe

Grab your blanket and join us as we become creative engineers.

Fri, Jul 18, 10:30am - 11:30am

Strathroy - Strathroy Program Room

Join local artist, Janis Reilly, to learn how to use watercolour paints.

Registration opens Friday, July 4 2025 at 9:00am

Fri, Jul 18, 10:30am - 11:00am

Lucan - Lucan Program Room

Join Katy at our weekly Storytime for stories, songs, rhymes, and fun!

Fri, Jul 18, 10:30am - 11:00am

Ilderton

Join Ms. Lisa at our weekly storytime for stories, songs, rhymes, and fun!

Fri, Jul 18, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Ailsa Craig

Join us weekly for a different timed seek and find!

Fri, Jul 18, 11:00am - 11:30am

Glencoe

Join Tammy in the garden as we pick vegetables and prepare them for our community pantry.

Fri, Jul 18, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Thorndale

Drop in and see what weekly Lego challenge the staff have come up with. Build it, and your name will go into a draw for a trophy!

Fri, Jul 18, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Parkhill - Parkhill Program Room

Join us weekly for a different timed seek and find!

Tartan Days Book Sale - in support of The Friends of the Glencoe Library

Fri, Jul 18, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Komoka - Komoka Program Room

Join us for Pilates. This challenging low impact exercise method that balances strength with mobility, aligns the body, fine-tunes movement patterns, and strengthens the deeper muscles of the core.

Sat, Jul 19, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Glencoe - Glencoe Program Room

Find your next great read at a great price! Stop by the Friends of the Glencoe Library's Tartan Days Book Sale.

Sat, Jul 19, 10:30am - 1:30pm

Lucan

Are you and your family up to the task? Test your ability and see how much of each week's challenge you can complete in 60 seconds on Saturdays from June 28 to August 16!

Splash Pad Play & Learn - Southwest Middlesex Splash Pad, Glencoe

Sat, Jul 19, 10:30am - 11:30am

Thorndale - Thorndale Community Room

Learn the art of metal embossing with special guest instructor Marina. She will review the tools and the steps involved. You will then use your creativity to make your own piece of metal art.

Come Get Spicy

Sat, Jul 19, 12:00pm - 1:30pm

Komoka - Komoka Program Room

Are you bored with your cooking? Would you like to broaden your repertoire? Each month you will get a different spice and a variety of recipes. You can share your triumphs and epic fails!

Mon, Jul 21, 9:00am - 11:00am

Community Events

Splash and play at your local splash pad! Location: Glencoe

Splash Pad Play & Learn - Elm Street Optimist Park, Lucan

Mon, Jul 21, 9:00am - 11:00am

Community Events

Splash and play at your local splash pad! Location: Lucan

Mon, Jul 21, 9:00am - 11:00am

Lucan - Lucan Program Room

Free drop-in program for families with children 0-6 years old.

Mon, Jul 21, 9:00am - 11:00am

Glencoe - Glencoe Program Room

Free drop-in program for families with children 0-6 years old.

Open Spaces Outdoor Adventures - Coldstream Conservation Area

Mon, Jul 21, 10:00am - 11:00am

Strathroy

Messy Mondays is back! Join Miss Vanessa in the reading garden under the sun shade for a drop in play centered art program. Please come dressed for messy activities. For ages 12 months to 5 years.

Mon, Jul 21, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Community Events

Join us as we enjoy free play and adventures in learning in the great outdoors. For Middlesex County residents only. Please register for only up to two (2) Open Spaces programs per month.

This event is full

Mon, Jul 21, 10:30am - 11:00am

Komoka

Join us for stories, songs, rhymes and fun! All are welcome.

Art Heist Escape Room

Mon, Jul 21, 11:00am - 7:00pm

Dorchester - Dorchester Study Room

The art thief has been foiled, but can you unlock the art case and replace the counterfeit before the art show begins? Call 519-268-3451 to reserve your timeslot.

Splash Pad Baby Time - Southwest Middlesex Splash Pad, Glencoe

Mon, Jul 21, 1:00pm - 3:30pm

Komoka - Komoka Program Room

Drop in every Monday for cards, games, conversation and light refreshments. Everyone is welcome.

Mon, Jul 21, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Community Events

Splash and play at your local splash pad! Location: Glencoe

Splash Pad Baby Time - Elm Street Optimist Park, Lucan

Mon, Jul 21, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Community Events

Splash and play at your local splash pad! Location: Lucan

Mon, Jul 21, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Lucan - Lucan Program Room

Free drop-in program for families with children 0-12 months old.

Mon, Jul 21, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Glencoe - Glencoe Program Room

Free drop-in program for families with children 0-12 months old.

Croc Charms

Mon, Jul 21, 4:30pm - 5:00pm

Delaware

Drop in to design and make your own croc charm! A second visit is required to complete your creations.

This event is full

Boba Barista

Mon, Jul 21, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Strathroy - Strathroy Program Room

Have you ever wanted to master the art of bubble tea? Look no further! Here you will create 3 varieties of boba tea, add your own boba pearls, and decide the flavour that suits you best! Ages 12+

Tue, Jul 22, 9:00am - 11:00am

Strathroy

Free drop-in program for families with children 0-6 years old.

Splash Pad Play & Learn - Heritage Park, Ilderton

Tue, Jul 22, 9:00am - 11:00am

Ilderton

Free drop-in program for families with children 0-6 years old.

Tue, Jul 22, 9:00am - 11:00am

Community Events

Splash and play at your local splash pad! Location: Ilderton

Splash Pad Play & Learn - Ailsa Craig Community Park

Tue, Jul 22, 9:00am - 11:00am

Ailsa Craig

Splash and play at your local splash pad! Location: Ailsa Craig

Tue, Jul 22, 10:30am - 11:00am

Thorndale

Join Whitney for stories, songs, rhymes, and fun! All are welcome.

Coffee, Conversation & Cards

Tue, Jul 22, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Coldstream

Explore all the possibilities of different areas of STEAM using a rainbow of colours during this drop-in, interactive & hands-on program.

Tue, Jul 22, 12:30pm - 1:30pm

Thorndale - Thorndale Community Room

Tue, Jul 22, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Ilderton

Free drop-in program for families with children 0-12 months old.

Tue, Jul 22, 1:00pm - 4:00pm

River Heights EarlyON

Free drop in to program at River Heights EarlyON Child & Family Centre.

Art Heist Escape Room

Tue, Jul 22, 1:00pm - 7:00pm

Dorchester - Dorchester Study Room

The art thief has been foiled, but can you unlock the art case and replace the counterfeit before the art show begins? Call 519-268-3451 to reserve your timeslot.

Splash Pad Baby Time - Heritage Park, Ilderton

Tue, Jul 22, 1:00pm - 4:00pm

River Heights EarlyON

Free drop in to program at River Heights EarlyON Child & Family Centre.

Tue, Jul 22, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Community Events

Splash and play at your local splash pad! Location: Ilderton

Crafternoon Delight

Tue, Jul 22, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Dorchester

Join us to learn new art and craft skills. Please register for only one session per month.

Puzzle Club

Tue, Jul 22, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Glencoe - Glencoe Program Room

Escape the heat and enjoy the many benefits of puzzling! This is a relaxed gathering for those who enjoy quiet hobbies. Puzzles for both children and adults will be available.

Adult Craft Night - Fairy Houses

Tue, Jul 22, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Ailsa Craig

Have you ever wanted to become a spy? Crack secret codes and make your own gadgets as part of the Summer Spy School!

Puzzle Tournament

Tue, Jul 22, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Dorchester

Grab a team of 3 and compete against other teams to see who can complete our banned book puzzle the fastest! Only one registration needed per team.

Registration opens Tuesday, July 8 2025 at 4:30pm

Tue, Jul 22, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Strathroy - Strathroy Program Room

Join us to create a magical woodland fairy house. For ages 18+

Adult Sewing Program

Tue, Jul 22, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Mt. Brydges

Create a unique ECO-friendly sewing project. All materials, including sewing machines, provided.

In a Jam or In a Pickle

Tue, Jul 22, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Komoka - Komoka Program Room

Makers of preserves, join us in July and August to share your preseves and recipes. The library will provide beverages and crackers to support the sampling.

Splash Pad Play & Learn - Dorchester Community Park

Wed, Jul 23, 9:00am - 11:00am

Mt. Brydges

Free drop-in program for families with children 0-6 years old.

Wed, Jul 23, 9:00am - 11:00am

Community Events

Splash and play at your local splash pad! Location: Dorchester

Splash Pad Play & Learn - Coronation Park, Parkhill

Wed, Jul 23, 9:00am - 11:00am

Community Events

Splash and play at your local splash pad! Location: Parkhill

Splash Pad Play & Learn - Cenotaph Park, Mt. Brydges

Wed, Jul 23, 9:00am - 11:00am

Community Events

Splash and play at your local splash pad! Location: Mt. Brydges

Wed, Jul 23, 9:00am - 11:00am

Parkhill - Parkhill Program Room

Free drop-in program for families with children 0-6 years old.

Wed, Jul 23, 9:00am - 11:00am

Dorchester - Dorchester Program Room

Free drop-in program for families with children 0-6 years old.

Wed, Jul 23, 10:15am - 12:00pm

Glencoe

Keep up those literacy skills through the summer! Book Buddies participants meet weekly with student volunteers to read and have fun at the library. Open to children starting JK - Gr. 4 in Sept. 2025

Registration is now closed

Art Heist Escape Room

Wed, Jul 23, 10:30am - 2:30pm

Dorchester - Dorchester Study Room

The art thief has been foiled, but can you unlock the art case and replace the counterfeit before the art show begins? Call 519-268-3451 to reserve your timeslot.

Komoka Koffee House

Wed, Jul 23, 10:30am - 11:30am

Komoka

Come to the library for a friendly discussion on current events and news worthy topics. Snacks and refresements served as we sip and deliberate.

Frisbee Golf Tournament

Wed, Jul 23, 12:00pm - 3:00pm

Coronation Park- 176 Broadway St, Parkhill, ON N0M 2K0

Join a team of 4 to compete against other teams in a Frisbee Golf Scramble. The team with the overall best score will win a prize! Registration is required. Please call 519-294-6583 for details.

Wed, Jul 23, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Mt. Brydges

Free drop-in program for families with children 0-12 months old.

Wed, Jul 23, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

River Heights EarlyON

Free drop-in program for families with children 0-12 months old.

Splash Pad Baby Time - Dorchester Community Park

Wed, Jul 23, 1:00pm - 4:00pm

Strathroy - Strathroy Program Room

Registration opens Wednesday, July 9 2025 at 9:00am

Design a Bookbag

Wed, Jul 23, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Komoka - Komoka Program Room

Get creative with a canvas tote bag and turn it into your personalized book-carrying masterpiece! Class curated by Amie from CNX studio.

Registration opens Wednesday, July 9 2025 at 9:00am

Wed, Jul 23, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Community Events

Splash and play at your local splash pad! Location: Dorchester

Splash Pad Baby Time - Cenotaph Park, Mt. Brydges

Wed, Jul 23, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Community Events

Splash and play at your local splash pad! Location: Mt. Brydges

Summer Book Social

Wed, Jul 23, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Dorchester - Dorchester Program Room

Join us to discuss great summer books with other members of the community! Copies of the books available at the library. July 23 - This Summer will Be Different Aug 20 - Happy Place

Animal Antics

Wed, Jul 23, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Lucan - Lucan Program Room

Let's get excited about animals! Read about, dance about, and draw your favourite animals on a mural!

Registration opens Wednesday, July 9 2025 at 2:00pm

Painted Flower Pots

Wed, Jul 23, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Thorndale - Thorndale Community Room

Let your creativity flow as you paint a flower pot and plant a pretty summer flower!

Scoop, There It Is! - Homemade Ice Cream

Wed, Jul 23, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Ailsa Craig

Have you ever wanted to become a spy? Crack secret codes and make your own gadgets as part of the Summer Spy School!

Wed, Jul 23, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Ilderton

Making your own ice cream is super easy. All you need is some basic ingredients and strong muscles!

Registration opens Wednesday, July 9 2025 at 3:00pm

Wed, Jul 23, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Wardsville

Turn old tech into new, wearable creations. Children aged 7 and under must have an adult attend with them. Adults do not need to register.

Wed, Jul 23, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Glencoe

Join us Wednesday afternoon in the Garden for outdoor activities, arts & crafts, sensory play and more!

Bingo Bonanza

Wed, Jul 23, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Dorchester

Join us for some Bingo fun! Bring your family and friends and win some prizes.

Wed, Jul 23, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Strathroy

Our circle offers patrons of all abilities and ages a chance to meet, knit and crochet in a social setting. Drop in with your current project and share your expertise or learn a new skill.

van Gogh Paint Night

Wed, Jul 23, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Glencoe - Glencoe Program Room

Create your own masterpiece with this swirling van Gogh inspired landscape.

This event is full

Oreo Night

Wed, Jul 23, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Ilderton

Let's taste a bunch of Oreo's to find our favourite, and then play games with the leftovers.

Registration opens Saturday, July 12 2025 at 9:00am

Thu, Jul 24, 9:00am - 11:00am

Strathroy

Free drop-in program for families with children 0-6 years old.

Pop Up Play & Learn - Newbury Community Park

Thu, Jul 24, 9:00am - 11:00am

Ilderton

Free drop-in program for families with children 0-6 years old.

Thu, Jul 24, 9:00am - 11:00am

Community Events

Special Pop up Play & Learn EarlyON program at your local splash pad! Location: Newbury

Splash Pad Play & Learn - Alexandra Park, Strathroy

Thu, Jul 24, 9:00am - 11:00am

Community Events

Splash and play at your local splash pad! Location: Strathroy

Open Spaces Outdoor Adventures - Wye Creek Thorndale

Thu, Jul 24, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Community Events

Join us as we enjoy free play and adventures in learning in the great outdoors. For Middlesex County residents only. Please register for only up to two (2) Open Spaces programs per month.

This event is full

Thu, Jul 24, 10:30am - 11:00am

Ailsa Craig

Join staff for stories, songs, rhymes and fun! All are welcome.

Thu, Jul 24, 10:30am - 11:00am

Dorchester - Dorchester Program Room

Join Kristyn for stories, songs, rhymes and fun! All are welcome.

Follow the Evidence

Thu, Jul 24, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Coldstream

Tweens will learn about techniques used in forensics while they try and solve our library cold case. For kids entering grades 5-8

Thu, Jul 24, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Strathroy

Free drop-in program for families with children 0-12 months old.

Splash Pad Baby Time - Alexandra Park, Strathroy

Thu, Jul 24, 1:00pm - 4:00pm

River Heights EarlyON

Free drop in to program at River Heights EarlyON Child & Family Centre.

Thu, Jul 24, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Community Events

Splash and play at your local splash pad! Location: Strathroy

Thu, Jul 24, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Glencoe

Knitters and Crocheters this program is for you! Learn a new skill and chat with fellow crafters. Beginners are welcome.

Thu, Jul 24, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Strathroy - Strathroy Pod

Having trouble with a library app? Need help getting your email set up? Sign up for a one-on-one session with library staff to answer your tech question. Please contact the branch to register.

Thu, Jul 24, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Dorchester - Dorchester Program Room

Return of the LEGO Challenge! Come by each week for new challenges and trophies to be won!

Oreo Games

Thu, Jul 24, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Strathroy - Strathroy Program Room

Let’s taste a bunch of Oreo’s to find our favourite, and then play games with the leftovers. For ages 8+

Registration opens Thursday, July 10 2025 at 9:00am

Thu, Jul 24, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

River Heights EarlyON

Free drop in to program at River Heights EarlyON Child & Family Centre.

Seed Bead Jewelery - Drop in, while supplies last

Thu, Jul 24, 2:15pm - 4:00pm

Glencoe

Keep up those literacy skills through the summer! Book Buddies participants meet weekly with student volunteers to read and have fun at the library. Open to children starting JK - Gr. 4 in Sept. 2025

Registration is now closed

Thu, Jul 24, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Mt. Brydges

Drop in to the library to string seed beads into colourful creations; necklaces, bracelets or keychains.

Thu, Jul 24, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Newbury

Turn old tech into new, wearable creations.

Thu, Jul 24, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Komoka - Komoka Program Room

Drop in Thursday evenings with your needle project to meet and chat with other knitters and crocheters.

Splash Pad Play & Learn - Komoka Wellness and Recreation Centre

Fri, Jul 25, 9:00am - 11:00am

Thorndale

Free drop-in program for families with children 0-6 years old.

Fri, Jul 25, 9:00am - 11:00am

Community Events

Splash and play at your local splash pad! Location: Komoka

Splash Pad Play & Learn - Thorndale Community Park

Fri, Jul 25, 9:00am - 11:00am

Community Events

Splash and play at your local splash pad! Location: Thorndale

Fri, Jul 25, 9:00am - 11:00am

Komoka - Komoka Program Room

Free drop-in program for families with children 0-6 years old.

Fri, Jul 25, 10:30am - 11:00am

Mt. Brydges

Join Dallas every Friday for stories, songs, rhymes and fun! All are welcome.

Fri, Jul 25, 10:30am - 11:00am

Melbourne

Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, and fun! All are welcome.

Fri, Jul 25, 10:30am - 11:00am

Strathroy

Join Miss Vanessa every Friday for stories, songs, rhymes and fun! All are welcome.

Glencoe Storytime - with Wittle Walk - begins at 10:15am

Fri, Jul 25, 10:30am - 11:00am

Parkhill

Join us for stories, songs, rhymes and fun! All are welcome.

Fri, Jul 25, 10:30am - 11:00am

Glencoe - Glencoe Program Room

Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, and fun! All are welcome. Plus: all summer long, join Tammy for a 10 minute walk before storytime, to see what is happening around the library.

Fri, Jul 25, 10:30am - 11:00am

Lucan - Lucan Program Room

Join Katy at our weekly Storytime for stories, songs, rhymes, and fun!

Fri, Jul 25, 10:30am - 11:00am

Ilderton

Join Ms. Lisa at our weekly storytime for stories, songs, rhymes, and fun!

Fri, Jul 25, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Ailsa Craig

Join us weekly for a different timed seek and find!

Fri, Jul 25, 11:00am - 11:30am

Glencoe

Join Tammy in the garden as we pick vegetables and prepare them for our community pantry.

Fri, Jul 25, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Thorndale

Drop in and see what weekly Lego challenge the staff have come up with. Build it, and your name will go into a draw for a trophy!

TinkerTown - Special Edition: ICE CREAM!

Fri, Jul 25, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Parkhill - Parkhill Program Room

Join us weekly for a different timed seek and find!

Layered Paper Art

Fri, Jul 25, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Strathroy - Strathroy Program Room

Create a beautiful 3D summer scene by layering cardstock templates. For ages 12+

Sat, Jul 26, 10:30am - 11:30am

Glencoe - Glencoe Program Room

I scream, you scream, make your own ice cream!

Sat, Jul 26, 10:30am - 1:30pm

Lucan

Are you and your family up to the task? Test your ability and see how much of each week's challenge you can complete in 60 seconds on Saturdays from June 28 to August 16!

Family Storytime - with Author Casey Lyall

Sat, Jul 26, 10:30am - 11:30am

Thorndale - Thorndale Community Room

Learn the art of metal embossing with special guest instructor Marina. She will review the tools and the steps involved. You will then use your creativity to make your own piece of metal art.

Sat, Jul 26, 11:00am - 11:30am

Strathroy - Strathroy Program Room

Join local author Casey Lyall for an interactive family storytime event.

Registration opens Saturday, July 12 2025 at 9:00am

Mon, Jul 28, 9:00am - 11:00am

Lucan - Lucan Program Room

Free drop-in program for families with children 0-6 years old.

Mon, Jul 28, 9:00am - 11:00am

Glencoe - Glencoe Program Room

Free drop-in program for families with children 0-6 years old.

Mon, Jul 28, 10:00am - 11:00am

Strathroy

Messy Mondays is back! Join Miss Vanessa in the reading garden under the sun shade for a drop in play centered art program. Please come dressed for messy activities. For ages 12 months to 5 years.

Mon, Jul 28, 10:30am - 11:00am

Komoka

Join us for stories, songs, rhymes and fun! All are welcome.

Mon, Jul 28, 1:00pm - 3:30pm

Komoka - Komoka Program Room

Drop in every Monday for cards, games, conversation and light refreshments. Everyone is welcome.

Mon, Jul 28, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Lucan - Lucan Program Room

Free drop-in program for families with children 0-12 months old.

Mon, Jul 28, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Glencoe - Glencoe Program Room

Free drop-in program for families with children 0-12 months old.

Mine-Craft Madness

Mon, Jul 28, 1:30pm - 3:30pm

Strathroy - Strathroy Program Room

Join us in building a few favourite Minecraft items. We'll use 'raw materials' to construct a pickaxe, a diamond sword, and a working torch. Let's get crafting!

Registration opens Monday, July 14 2025 at 9:00am

DIY Cupcake Decorating

Mon, Jul 28, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Dorchester - Dorchester Program Room

Test out your cupcake decorating skills during this delicious and fun program!

Registration opens Monday, July 7 2025 at 10:00am

Tue, Jul 29, 9:00am - 11:00am

Strathroy

Free drop-in program for families with children 0-6 years old.

Tue, Jul 29, 9:00am - 11:00am

Ilderton

Free drop-in program for families with children 0-6 years old.

Tue, Jul 29, 10:30am - 11:00am

Thorndale

Join Whitney for stories, songs, rhymes, and fun! All are welcome.

Tue, Jul 29, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Coldstream

Explore all the possibilities of different areas of STEAM using a rainbow of colours during this drop-in, interactive & hands-on program.

Movie Matinee - Seniors

Tue, Jul 29, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Mt. Brydges

Join us at the library to enjoy a movie with friends.

Tue, Jul 29, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Ilderton

Free drop-in program for families with children 0-12 months old.

Tue, Jul 29, 1:00pm - 4:00pm

River Heights EarlyON

Free drop in to program at River Heights EarlyON Child & Family Centre.

Tue, Jul 29, 1:00pm - 4:00pm

River Heights EarlyON

Free drop in to program at River Heights EarlyON Child & Family Centre.

DIY Cupcake Decorating

Tue, Jul 29, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Dorchester - Dorchester Program Room

Test out your cupcake decorating skills during this delicious and fun program!

This event is full

Stitch N Chat

Tue, Jul 29, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Dorchester

Drop in with your needle project and meet and chat with other knitters and crocheters. All skill levels welcome

Lego Club

Tue, Jul 29, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Glencoe - Glencoe Program Room

It's a LEGO Club for all! Do the challenge of the week or build whatever you like.

Evening Book Club - Don't Stop Reading

Tue, Jul 29, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Ailsa Craig

Have you ever wanted to become a spy? Crack secret codes and make your own gadgets as part of the Summer Spy School!

Tue, Jul 29, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Strathroy - Strathroy Program Room

Come join us in a friendly discussion of this month's book of choice.

Animal Antics

Tue, Jul 29, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Lucan - Lucan Program Room

Let's get excited about animals! Read about, dance about, and draw your favourite animals on a mural!

Registration opens Tuesday, July 15 2025 at 6:00pm

Wed, Jul 30, 9:00am - 11:00am

Mt. Brydges

Free drop-in program for families with children 0-6 years old.

Wed, Jul 30, 9:00am - 11:00am

Parkhill - Parkhill Program Room

Free drop-in program for families with children 0-6 years old.

Wed, Jul 30, 9:00am - 11:00am

Dorchester - Dorchester Program Room

Free drop-in program for families with children 0-6 years old.

Seniors Library Lounge - Card games

Wed, Jul 30, 10:15am - 12:00pm

Glencoe

Keep up those literacy skills through the summer! Book Buddies participants meet weekly with student volunteers to read and have fun at the library. Open to children starting JK - Gr. 4 in Sept. 2025

Registration is now closed

Wed, Jul 30, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Glencoe - Glencoe Program Room

Have fun with your friends at the Library! Special Guests and Wii bowling for all.

Wed, Jul 30, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Mt. Brydges

Free drop-in program for families with children 0-12 months old.

Create Your Own Bookmark!

Wed, Jul 30, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

River Heights EarlyON

Free drop-in program for families with children 0-12 months old.

Wed, Jul 30, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Komoka - Komoka Program Room

Using colorful paper, ribbon, and various different art supplies, you'll create a bookmark as unique as your favorite book. Class curated by Amie from CNX studio.

Registration opens Wednesday, July 16 2025 at 9:00am

Afternoon Book Club - Strathroy

Wed, Jul 30, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Strathroy - Strathroy Program Room

Join us on the last Wednesday of every month to discuss the selected title. Visit the Strathroy Library to pick up a copy of this month's selection!

Wed, Jul 30, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Ailsa Craig

Have you ever wanted to become a spy? Crack secret codes and make your own gadgets as part of the Summer Spy School!

Boba-Licious Fun!

Wed, Jul 30, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Wardsville

Join us to create your very own Boba! Boba-fide deliciousness in every sip.

Wed, Jul 30, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Glencoe

Join us Wednesday afternoon in the Garden for outdoor activities, arts & crafts, sensory play and more!

Paint your Pet

Wed, Jul 30, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Delaware

Join us to paint a picture of your pet or favorite animal. Please bring a picture of your pet to the program.

Create your own Jibbitz

Wed, Jul 30, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Coldstream

Over two fun evenings you will learn how to make two different kinds of charms, and be the envy of your friend group with your one-of-a-kind Jibbitz. Attendance at both sessions required.

Ilderton Book Club - Summer Check In

Wed, Jul 30, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Strathroy

Our circle offers patrons of all abilities and ages a chance to meet, knit and crochet in a social setting. Drop in with your current project and share your expertise or learn a new skill.

Check 'em Out Book Club

Wed, Jul 30, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Glencoe - Glencoe Program Room

Join us to discuss 'The Dictionary of Lost Words' by Pip Williams. Everyone welcome! Ask staff for a copy of this month's selection.

Wed, Jul 30, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Ilderton

Stop by the library and pick up the September selection and chat about what we have been reading this summer.

Garden Insects

Wed, Jul 30, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Komoka - Komoka Program Room

Dive into the world of beneficial insects and native plants with Bipin! Join us for an exciting opportunity to explore fascinating specimens from across the globe, and some beloved local favourites.

Registration opens Wednesday, July 16 2025 at 9:00am

Thu, Jul 31, 9:00am - 11:00am

Strathroy

Free drop-in program for families with children 0-6 years old.

Thu, Jul 31, 9:00am - 11:00am

Ilderton

Free drop-in program for families with children 0-6 years old.

Thu, Jul 31, 10:30am - 11:00am

Ailsa Craig

Join staff for stories, songs, rhymes and fun! All are welcome.

Thu, Jul 31, 10:30am - 11:00am

Dorchester - Dorchester Program Room

Join Kristyn for stories, songs, rhymes and fun! All are welcome.

Thu, Jul 31, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Parkhill

Turn old tech into new creations. Children aged 7 and under must attend with an adult. Adults do not need to register.

Thu, Jul 31, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Strathroy

Free drop-in program for families with children 0-12 months old.

Thu, Jul 31, 1:00pm - 4:00pm

River Heights EarlyON

Free drop in to program at River Heights EarlyON Child & Family Centre.

Thu, Jul 31, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Glencoe

Knitters and Crocheters this program is for you! Learn a new skill and chat with fellow crafters. Beginners are welcome.

Thu, Jul 31, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Strathroy - Strathroy Pod

Having trouble with a library app? Need help getting your email set up? Sign up for a one-on-one session with library staff to answer your tech question. Please contact the branch to register.

Thu, Jul 31, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Dorchester - Dorchester Program Room

Return of the LEGO Challenge! Come by each week for new challenges and trophies to be won!

Traditional Pottery

Thu, Jul 31, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Strathroy - Strathroy Program Room

Join staff from Ska-Nah-Doht to shape and decorate your own clay pot by hand using traditional methods. Participants will take their pot home. An amazing art project! For age 5+

Registration opens Thursday, July 17 2025 at 9:00am

Charcuterie Challenge

Thu, Jul 31, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Parkhill

Level up your foodie skills! Learn tricks to make it fancy, join in some friendly competition and enjoy the deliciousness!!! For ages 12-18 years old. Generously funded by Egg Farmers of Ontario.

Registration opens Monday, July 14 2025 at 2:00pm

Thu, Jul 31, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

River Heights EarlyON

Free drop in to program at River Heights EarlyON Child & Family Centre.

Thu, Jul 31, 2:15pm - 4:00pm

Glencoe

Keep up those literacy skills through the summer! Book Buddies participants meet weekly with student volunteers to read and have fun at the library. Open to children starting JK - Gr. 4 in Sept. 2025

Registration is now closed

Thu, Jul 31, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Ilderton

Turn old tech into new, wearable creations! Children aged 7 and under must have an adult attend with them (adults do not need to register).

Registration opens Saturday, July 12 2025 at 9:00am

Boba-Licious Fun!

Thu, Jul 31, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Newbury

Join us to create your very own Boba! Boba-fide deliciousness in every sip.

Intergenerational Crafting Day - Sand Bottle Art

Thu, Jul 31, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Komoka - Komoka Program Room

Drop in Thursday evenings with your needle project to meet and chat with other knitters and crocheters.

Paperback Hedgehogs

Thu, Jul 31, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Dorchester

Come and create a Hedgehog by folding pages in a book

Thu, Jul 31, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Glencoe

Bring your whole family and be creative together. Registration required; only one registration needed per family.

This event is full

Bingo Night

Thu, Jul 31, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Melbourne

Join us for a night of Bingo at the Melbourne Library. Bring your family and friends and enjoy friendly competition, and plenty of fun for all ages. You may even win a prize!

Music in the Garden - The Misfit Toys

Thu, Jul 31, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Coldstream

Musical entertainment for everyone. BYOC as we will be in the garden area.

Fri, Aug 01, 9:00am - 11:00am

Thorndale

Free drop-in program for families with children 0-6 years old.

Fri, Aug 01, 9:00am - 11:00am

Komoka - Komoka Program Room

Free drop-in program for families with children 0-6 years old.

Fri, Aug 01, 10:30am - 11:00am

Mt. Brydges

Join Dallas every Friday for stories, songs, rhymes and fun! All are welcome.

Fri, Aug 01, 10:30am - 11:00am

Melbourne

Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, and fun! All are welcome.

Fri, Aug 01, 10:30am - 11:00am

Strathroy

Join Miss Vanessa every Friday for stories, songs, rhymes and fun! All are welcome.

Glencoe Storytime - with Wittle Walk - begins at 10:15am

Fri, Aug 01, 10:30am - 11:00am

Parkhill

Join us for stories, songs, rhymes and fun! All are welcome.

Fri, Aug 01, 10:30am - 11:00am

Glencoe - Glencoe Program Room

Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, and fun! All are welcome. Plus: all summer long, join Tammy for a 10 minute walk before storytime, to see what is happening around the library.

Fri, Aug 01, 10:30am - 11:00am

Lucan - Lucan Program Room

Join Katy at our weekly Storytime for stories, songs, rhymes, and fun!

Fri, Aug 01, 10:30am - 11:00am

Ilderton

Join Ms. Lisa at our weekly storytime for stories, songs, rhymes, and fun!

Fri, Aug 01, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Ailsa Craig

Join us weekly for a different timed seek and find!

Fri, Aug 01, 11:00am - 11:30am

Glencoe

Join Tammy in the garden as we pick vegetables and prepare them for our community pantry.

Afternoon Book Club (ABC)

Fri, Aug 01, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Thorndale

Drop in and see what weekly Lego challenge the staff have come up with. Build it, and your name will go into a draw for a trophy!

Fri, Aug 01, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Glencoe - Glencoe Program Room

Join us for a light snack and a lively discussion about our most recent read, Malibu Rising by Taylor Jenkins Reid.

Fri, Aug 01, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Parkhill - Parkhill Program Room

Join us weekly for a different timed seek and find!

Fri, Aug 01, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Komoka - Komoka Program Room

Join us for Pilates. This challenging low impact exercise method that balances strength with mobility, aligns the body, fine-tunes movement patterns, and strengthens the deeper muscles of the core.

Movie Matinee - Dog Man

Sat, Aug 02, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Strathroy - Strathroy Program Room

Drop by the Strathroy Library for a viewing of Dog Man. Popcorn provided!