Metal Embossing Course

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

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!

Afternoon Book Club (ABC)

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

Glencoe

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

Lots of Fun with Lego!

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.

Back-to-School Shrink Art Keychains

Fri, Aug 01, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Parkhill - Parkhill Program Room

Join us weekly for a different timed seek and find!

Pilates

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.

Registration is now closed

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!

Minute to Win it!

Sat, Aug 02, 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, Aug 02, 10:30am - 11:30am

Lucan - Lucan Program Room

Join us for a shrink art workshop where art meets science! Draw or trace your designs onto shrink film, then pop under heat and watch them transform into amazing keychain charms for your backpack!

This event is full

Buttons and Glitter

Sat, Aug 02, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Komoka

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

Tue, Aug 05, 9:00am - 11:00am

Strathroy

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

Tue, Aug 05, 9:00am - 11:00am

Ilderton

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

Stitch 'n Chat

Tue, Aug 05, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Thorndale - Thorndale Community Room

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

This event is full

Tue, Aug 05, 10:30am - 11:00am

Thorndale

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

Coffee, Conversation & Cards

Tue, Aug 05, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Strathroy

Drop-in to our Sensory Light Room. For children 0-6 years of age.

STEAM in Colour

Tue, Aug 05, 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, Aug 05, 12:30pm - 1:30pm

Thorndale - Thorndale Community Room

Tue, Aug 05, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Ilderton

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

St. John Ambulance Therapy Dogs Visit

Tue, Aug 05, 1:00pm - 4:00pm

River Heights EarlyON

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

Stitch N Chat

Tue, Aug 05, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Dorchester

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

Puzzle Club

Tue, Aug 05, 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, Aug 05, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Dorchester - Dorchester Program Room

Discover the therapeutic benefits of the unconditional companionship of a four-legged friend.

Tue, Aug 05, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Mt. Brydges

Questions about your new device? Want to learn how to use a library resource? Curious how to stay connected with family and friends? Book a session with a library staff member by calling 519-264-1061.

The Level Up Club

Tue, Aug 05, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Strathroy

This summer, are you ready to take on epic challenges, craft masterpieces, and level up?! Each session will have fresh activities, games and creative projects. Ages 7-13. While supplies last.

Tue, Aug 05, 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!

Cricut Summer Design Workshop

Tue, Aug 05, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Komoka

Have a question about your new device? Want to learn how to use a library resource? Book time with a library staff member. Registration required, see staff for more info!

Tue, Aug 05, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Lucan - Lucan Program Room

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

Evening Storytime

Tue, Aug 05, 6:00pm - 6:30pm

Dorchester

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

Wed, Aug 06, 9:00am - 11:00am

Mt. Brydges

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

Wed, Aug 06, 9:00am - 11:00am

Parkhill

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

Wed, Aug 06, 9:00am - 11:00am

Dorchester

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

Stomp Rockets

Wed, Aug 06, 10:30am - 11:30am

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.

Komoka Koffee House

Wed, Aug 06, 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, Aug 06, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Mt. Brydges

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

tykeTALK Drop In - EarlyON Play & Learn - Mt. Brydges

Wed, Aug 06, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

River Heights EarlyON

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

Wed, Aug 06, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Mt. Brydges

A tykeTALK Speech Language Pathologist from TVCC will be available to answer any questions & provide strategies to promote early language development through play.

Seniors Library Lounge - Movie: The Apple Dumpling Gang

Wed, Aug 06, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Glencoe - Glencoe Program Room

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

Shelf Indulge - Wardsville Book Club

Wed, Aug 06, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Wardsville

Join us for great books and conversation. New members always welcome! New titles each month. Books are available for pick up at the library.

Water Wars

Wed, Aug 06, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Coldstream

Join us for a wet and wild time! You will get wet.

Create with the ChompSaw - The ultimate tool for turning cardboard into cool art!

Wed, Aug 06, 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, Aug 06, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Ilderton

Pop over to the branch and test out your creativity using the ChompSaw. Please only register for one of the two available sessions.

This event is full

Garden Adventures Club

Wed, Aug 06, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Glencoe

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

Teen Craft Meet Up

Wed, Aug 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Delaware

Drop in to to craft with other teens. All supplies will be provided.

Rescheduled

Bubble Painting

Wed, Aug 06, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

New date Friday, July 11, 10:30am - 11:30am

Wardsville

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

Messy Sensory Play

Wed, Aug 06, 5:30pm - 7:00pm

Strathroy

Hands on fun with materials that your child can touch, squeeze, and mix! Enjoy a calming sensory light area too!

Learn to Draw!

Wed, Aug 06, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Parkhill

Come on down to the library and learn how to draw a cartoon step by step from start to finish!

Epic Nerf Battle

Wed, Aug 06, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Wardsville

Do you have what it takes to duck, dodge & weave your way into the winner's circle? Nerf blasters, darts and eye protection provided. Age 8-12. Closed toed shoes & waiver signed by a parent required.

Create your own Jibbitz

Wed, Aug 06, 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.

Registration is now closed

Flower Ornament Paint Night

Wed, Aug 06, 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. Please note that this is not instructional.

Wed, Aug 06, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Glencoe - Glencoe Program Room

Come and paint a pretty flower ornament!

Create with the ChompSaw - The ultimate tool for turning cardboard into cool art!

Wed, Aug 06, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Ilderton

Pop over to the branch and test out your creativity using the ChompSaw. Please only register for one of the two available sessions.

Thu, Aug 07, 9:00am - 11:00am

Strathroy

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

Thu, Aug 07, 9:00am - 11:00am

Ilderton

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

Open Spaces Outdoor Adventures - Lucan Conservation Area

Thu, Aug 07, 9:00am - 11:00am

Strathroy

Drop-in to our Sensory Light Room. For children 0-6 years of age.

Thu, Aug 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

Thu, Aug 07, 10:30am - 11:00am

Ailsa Craig

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

Dorchester Storytime

Thu, Aug 07, 10:30am - 11:00am

Dorchester - Dorchester Program Room

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

Thu, Aug 07, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Strathroy

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

Thu, Aug 07, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Strathroy

Drop-in to our Sensory Light Room. For children 0-6 years of age.

Emoji Galaxy Painting

Thu, Aug 07, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Thorndale - Thorndale Community Room

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

Thu, Aug 07, 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, Aug 07, 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.

LEGO Challenge

Thu, Aug 07, 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!

This event is full

Thu, Aug 07, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

River Heights EarlyON

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

Full STEAM Ahead with GD

Thu, Aug 07, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Komoka - Komoka Program Room

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

Slime it!

Thu, Aug 07, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Lucan - Lucan Program Room

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

This event is full

Bubble Painting

Thu, Aug 07, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Newbury

Ready, set, blow! Test your breath and create beautiful bubble art.

Pressed Flower Luminaries

Thu, Aug 07, 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.

Family Bingo

Thu, Aug 07, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Mt. Brydges

Join us for a friendly game of bingo! Snacks and prizes will be provided.

Thu, Aug 07, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Coldstream

Make your own pressed flower lanterns! Supplies provided. Ages 18 +

This event is full

Fri, Aug 08, 9:00am - 11:00am

Thorndale

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

Fri, Aug 08, 9:00am - 11:00am

Komoka

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

Fri, Aug 08, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Strathroy

Drop-in to our Sensory Light Room. For children 0-6 years of age.

Fri, Aug 08, 10:30am - 11:00am

Mt. Brydges

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

Fri, Aug 08, 10:30am - 11:00am

Melbourne

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

Fri, Aug 08, 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 08, 10:30am - 11:00am

Parkhill

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

Fri, Aug 08, 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 08, 10:30am - 11:00am

Lucan - Lucan Program Room

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

Fri, Aug 08, 10:30am - 11:00am

Ilderton

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

Fri, Aug 08, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Ailsa Craig

Join us weekly for a different timed seek and find!

Fri, Aug 08, 11:00am - 11:30am

Glencoe

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

Beach Party!

Fri, Aug 08, 11:00am - 12:00pm

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

Join Sylvia at Coronation park for a fun-filled beach themed morning. Play games, enjoy a light snack and you can even bring your bathing suit and towel to cool off in the splash pad!

Melted Crayon Art

Fri, Aug 08, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Dorchester

Create a beautiful rainbow masterpiece using this fun technique.

This event is full

Lots of Fun with Lego!

Fri, Aug 08, 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 08, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Parkhill - Parkhill Program Room

Join us weekly for a different timed seek and find!

Pilates

Fri, Aug 08, 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.

Registration is now closed

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

Sat, Aug 09, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Strathroy

Drop-in to our Sensory Light Room. For children 0-6 years of age.

Minute to Win it!

Sat, Aug 09, 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!

Metal Embossing Course

Sat, Aug 09, 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.

Registration is now closed

Bricks and Beads

Sat, Aug 09, 10:30am - 11:30am

Glencoe - Glencoe Program Room

Build your creation with LEGO, or get crafty and design your own stylish bracelet to wear or share with friends! No registration needed; just drop in!

Cancelled

Play & Learn - Glencoe

Mon, Aug 11, 9:00am - 11:00am

Glencoe

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

Cancelled

Play & Learn - Lucan

Mon, Aug 11, 9:00am - 11:00am

Lucan

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

Mon, Aug 11, 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, Aug 11, 9:00am - 11:00am

Community Events

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

Messy Mondays

Mon, Aug 11, 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.

Komoka Storytime

Mon, Aug 11, 10:30am - 11:00am

Komoka

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

Monday Moments

Mon, Aug 11, 1:00pm - 3:30pm

Komoka - Komoka Program Room

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

Cancelled

Baby Time Program - Glencoe

Mon, Aug 11, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Glencoe

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

Cancelled

Baby Time Program - Lucan

Mon, Aug 11, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Lucan

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

Splash Pad Baby Time - Southwest Middlesex Splash Pad, Glencoe

Mon, Aug 11, 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, Aug 11, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Community Events

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

Epic Nerf Battle

Mon, Aug 11, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Delaware

Do you have what it takes to duck, dodge and weave your team into the winner’s circle? Nerf blasters, darts and eye protection will be provided. Ages 8-12

This event is full

Back-to-School Shrink Art Keychains

Mon, Aug 11, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Lucan - Lucan Program Room

Join us for a shrink art workshop where art meets science! Draw or trace your designs onto shrink film, then pop under heat and watch them transform into amazing keychain charms for your backpack!

This event is full

Teddy Bear Sleepover

Mon, Aug 11, 6:00pm - 6:30pm

Dorchester - Dorchester Program Room

Join Kristyn and your favourite stuffie for a special summer Teddy Bear Storytime. Leave your stuffie for a library sleepover and receive an album of their library sleepover shenanigans!

This event is full

Tue, Aug 12, 9:00am - 11:00am

Strathroy

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

Cancelled

Splash Pad Play & Learn - Heritage Park, Ilderton

Tue, Aug 12, 9:00am - 11:00am

Ilderton

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

Tue, Aug 12, 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, Aug 12, 9:00am - 11:00am

Ailsa Craig

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

Splash and Play - Kerwood Community Park and Playground

Tue, Aug 12, 9:00am - 11:00am

Community Events

Splash and play at your local park! Location: Kerwood Community Park & Playground

Tue, Aug 12, 10:30am - 11:00am

Thorndale

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

STEAM in Colour

Tue, Aug 12, 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.

Cancelled

Tue, Aug 12, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Ilderton

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

Cancelled

Splash Pad Baby Time - Heritage Park, Ilderton

Tue, Aug 12, 1:00pm - 4:00pm

River Heights EarlyON

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

Tue, Aug 12, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Community Events

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

Crafternoon Special

Tue, Aug 12, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Dorchester

Join us for a special intergenerational program to create art for Tales & Trails. Please register for only one session. For adults, seniors, teens, & children aged 5+.

Create a Pokémon! - Air Dry Clay

Tue, Aug 12, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Mt. Brydges

Lego Club

Tue, Aug 12, 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.

The Level Up Club

Tue, Aug 12, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Strathroy - Strathroy Program Room

This summer, are you ready to take on epic challenges, craft masterpieces, and level up?! Each session will have fresh activities, games and creative projects. Ages 7-13. While supplies last.

Tue, Aug 12, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Mt. Brydges

Join us to create your very own Pokémon! Imagine, create and build your character. Take it home when you are done.

This event is full

Tue, Aug 12, 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!

Super Smash Bros. Tournament

Tue, Aug 12, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Komoka

Have a question about your new device? Want to learn how to use a library resource? Book time with a library staff member. Registration required, see staff for more info!

Amazing Race

Tue, Aug 12, 5:00pm - 8:00pm

Dorchester - Dorchester Program Room,Dorchester Study Room

Can you make it to the Amazing Race Finish Line first? Compete against other teams of 2 in a timed race throughout the library. Call 519-268-3451 to register.

Tue, Aug 12, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Lucan - Lucan Program Room

Fight your way to the top in this exciting Super Smash Bros. Tournament! We welcome both experienced and inexperienced players to join us for some brawling fun!!

Christine Dominas Author Visit

Tue, Aug 12, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Coldstream

Join us as Grand Bend author Christine Dominas discusses the journey that led her to write "I am the Light House".

Rescheduled

Packing Healthy School Lunches - Virtual

Tue, Aug 12, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

New date Wednesday, August 13, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Virtual Program

Learn how to pack nutritious and delicious lunches for your school aged kids so they can learn and grow!

Cancelled

Wed, Aug 13, 9:00am - 11:00am

Mt. Brydges

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

Cancelled

Wed, Aug 13, 9:00am - 11:00am

Parkhill

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

Cancelled

Splash Pad Play & Learn - Dorchester Community Park

Wed, Aug 13, 9:00am - 11:00am

Dorchester

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

Wed, Aug 13, 9:00am - 11:00am

Community Events

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

Splash Pad Play & Learn - Coronation Park, Parkhill

Wed, Aug 13, 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, Aug 13, 9:00am - 11:00am

Community Events

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

Cancelled

Wed, Aug 13, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Mt. Brydges

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

Cancelled

Splash Pad Baby Time - Dorchester Community Park

Wed, Aug 13, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

River Heights EarlyON

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

Decorate a Journal

Wed, Aug 13, 1:00pm - 2:25pm

Komoka - Komoka Program Room

Personalize your very own journal with stickers, washi tape, and paint! Then take it home with you to fill it with poetry, short stories, or own artwork. Class curated by Amie from CNX studio

This event is full

Wed, Aug 13, 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, Aug 13, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Community Events

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

Oculus VR - Contact the Strathroy Library to register

Wed, Aug 13, 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!

Garden Adventures Club

Wed, Aug 13, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Glencoe

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

Donut Miss this One!

Wed, Aug 13, 4:30pm - 5:00pm

Wardsville

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

Wed, Aug 13, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Strathroy - Strathroy Program Room

Register for a session exploring a virtual world with Oculus VR Headsets. Limit of one registration per person per day. To register, call 519-245-1290 or visit the Strathroy Library.

Summerween - for youth in grades 5-8

Wed, Aug 13, 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. Please note that this is not instructional.

Tween Machine Summer!

Wed, Aug 13, 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 Buttons!

Wed, Aug 13, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Komoka - Komoka Program Room

Why wait until October to get into a spooky season mood? A summer celebration of all things Halloween. Wear your best costume to win a prize.

Rom-Coms with Ava

Wed, Aug 13, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Coldstream

Join the fun as Ava discusses her favorite Rom-Com novels and you create your own work of art about love, hate & relationships.

Adult Craft

Wed, Aug 13, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Wardsville

Adult crafters come make easy flour sack towels with a fun modern citrus print!

This event is full

Packing Healthy School Lunches - Virtual

Wed, Aug 13, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Virtual Program

Learn how to pack nutritious and delicious lunches for your school aged kids so they can learn and grow!

Cancelled

Thu, Aug 14, 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, Aug 14, 9:00am - 11:00am

Ilderton

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

Thu, Aug 14, 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, Aug 14, 9:00am - 11:00am

Community Events

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

Thu, Aug 14, 10:30am - 11:00am

Ailsa Craig

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

Storytime with Seniors

Thu, Aug 14, 10:30am - 11:00am

Dorchester Terrace

Join us at the Dorchester Terrace for a storytime with the seniors.

Whimsical Fairy Door

Thu, Aug 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Thorndale - Thorndale Community Room

Sprinkle some magic on your porch with a whimsical fairy door; then watch your garden get a *fairy* good makeover! For adults and teens.

Lizard Appreciation Day

Thu, Aug 14, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Ilderton

August 14th is Lizard Appreciation Day. Celebrate at the library with special guest Red Beard the Bearded Dragon, live and in person for one morning only.

Cancelled

Splash Pad Baby Time - Alexandra Park, Strathroy

Thu, Aug 14, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Strathroy

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

Calming Sensory Bottles

Thu, Aug 14, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Melbourne

Join us for a fun activity where you can create your own relaxing sensory bottle with glitter, beads and colour. Take it home and use it whenever you need a moment of calm.

This event is full

Thu, Aug 14, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Community Events

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

Thu, Aug 14, 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, Aug 14, 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.

LEGO Challenge

Thu, Aug 14, 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!

This event is full

Coastal Crafts for Kids

Thu, Aug 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Strathroy - Strathroy Program Room

Join us in creating some fun seaside-themed crafts. We'll be making colorful lighthouses and transforming seashells into cute little crabs and turtles.

Cancelled

Thu, Aug 14, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

River Heights EarlyON

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

Tea Time

Thu, Aug 14, 2:15pm - 4:15pm

Mt. Brydges

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

Mocktails Mixology

Thu, Aug 14, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Parkhill

A mixology competition for Adults and Young Adults (Aged 14 and up).

Epic Nerf Battle

Thu, Aug 14, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Newbury

Do you have what it takes to duck, dodge & weave your way into the winner's circle? Nerf blasters, darts & eye protection provided. Age 8-12. Closed toed shoes & waiver signed by a parent required.

Rescheduled

Donut Miss this One!

Thu, Aug 14, 4:30pm - 5:00pm

New date Monday, July 14, 4:30pm - 5:00pm

Newbury

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

Music in the Garden - Jenny & Ron Nauta

Thu, Aug 14, 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.

Tween Book Club

Thu, Aug 14, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Glencoe - Glencoe Study Room

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

Fiction Addiction

Thu, Aug 14, 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.

Thu, Aug 14, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Coldstream

Enjoy contemporary sounds with The Nautas. Musical entertainment for everyone. BYOC as we will be in the garden area. If inclement weather event will be moved inside.

Cancelled

Fri, Aug 15, 9:00am - 11:00am

Thorndale

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

Cancelled

Splash Pad Play & Learn - Komoka Wellness and Recreation Centre

Fri, Aug 15, 9:00am - 11:00am

Komoka

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

Fri, Aug 15, 9:00am - 11:00am

Community Events

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

Splash Pad Play & Learn - Thorndale Community Park

Fri, Aug 15, 9:00am - 11:00am

Community Events

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

Fri, Aug 15, 10:30am - 11:00am

Mt. Brydges

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

Fri, Aug 15, 10:30am - 11:00am

Melbourne

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

Fri, Aug 15, 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 15, 10:30am - 11:00am

Parkhill

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

Fri, Aug 15, 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 15, 10:30am - 11:00am

Lucan - Lucan Program Room

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

Fri, Aug 15, 10:30am - 11:00am

Ilderton

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

Fri, Aug 15, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Ailsa Craig

Join us weekly for a different timed seek and find!

Fri, Aug 15, 11:00am - 11:30am

Glencoe

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

Lots of Fun with Lego!

Fri, Aug 15, 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!

Oculus VR - Contact the Strathroy Library to register

Fri, Aug 15, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Parkhill - Parkhill Program Room

Join us weekly for a different timed seek and find!

Fri, Aug 15, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Strathroy - Strathroy Program Room

Register for a session exploring a virtual world with Oculus VR Headsets. Limit of one registration per person per day. To register, call 519-245-1290 or visit the Strathroy Library.

Science Lab Saturday

Sat, Aug 16, 10:30am - 11:30am

Glencoe - Glencoe Program Room

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

Minute to Win it!

Sat, Aug 16, 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!

Play & Learn - Glencoe

Mon, Aug 18, 9:00am - 11:00am

Glencoe

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

Play & Learn - Lucan

Mon, Aug 18, 9:00am - 11:00am

Lucan

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

Open Spaces Outdoor Adventures - Dorchester Conservation Area

Mon, Aug 18, 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

Going on a Bear Hunt - Alexandra Park, Strathroy

Mon, Aug 18, 10:00am - 11:30am

Community Events

Join us at the Strathroy Tales and Trails for a singalong. After our story walk, we will enjoy a teddy bear picnic with games, snacks, and songs!

This event is full

Komoka Storytime

Mon, Aug 18, 10:30am - 11:00am

Komoka

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

Monday Moments

Mon, Aug 18, 1:00pm - 3:30pm

Komoka - Komoka Program Room

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

Baby Time Program - Glencoe

Mon, Aug 18, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Glencoe

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

Baby Time Program - Lucan

Mon, Aug 18, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Lucan

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

Adult Writers' Workshop

Mon, Aug 18, 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+

Tue, Aug 19, 9:00am - 11:00am

Strathroy

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

Going on a Bear Hunt - Dorchester Community Park, Dorchester

Tue, Aug 19, 9:00am - 11:00am

Ilderton

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

Tue, Aug 19, 10:00am - 11:30am

Community Events

Join us at the Dorchester Tales and Trails for a singalong. After our story walk, we will enjoy a teddy bear picnic with games, snacks, and songs!

This event is full

Coffee, Conversation & Cards

Tue, Aug 19, 10:30am - 11:00am

Thorndale

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

DIY Croc Charms

Tue, Aug 19, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Dorchester - Dorchester Program Room

Come to the library and create your very own Croc charms!

This event is full

That's a Wrap

Tue, Aug 19, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Ailsa Craig

Join us to celebrate the end of Summer at the Library! Prize Draws will be completed and a special treat for all participants to follow.

Tue, Aug 19, 12:30pm - 1:30pm

Thorndale - Thorndale Community Room

Tue, Aug 19, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Ilderton

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

Tue, Aug 19, 1:00pm - 4:00pm

River Heights EarlyON

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

Stitch N Chat

Tue, Aug 19, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Dorchester

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

Chess Tournament

Tue, Aug 19, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Ailsa Craig

Everyone is welcome to join us for a round-robin chess tournament. Registration is required.

Tue, Aug 19, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Mt. Brydges

Adult Craft Night - Air Dry Clay

Tue, Aug 19, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Komoka

Have a question about your new device? Want to learn how to use a library resource? Book time with a library staff member. Registration required, see staff for more info!

Tue, Aug 19, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Strathroy - Strathroy Program Room

Joins us to create an air dry clay craft! For ages 18+

This event is full

Readers Rendezvous

Tue, Aug 19, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Komoka - Komoka Program Room

Rendezvous with us for a monthly book club.

Wed, Aug 20, 9:00am - 11:00am

Mt. Brydges

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

Wed, Aug 20, 9:00am - 11:00am

Parkhill

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

Going on a Bear Hunt - Ilderton Rail Trail, Ilderton

Wed, Aug 20, 9:00am - 11:00am

Dorchester

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

Wed, Aug 20, 10:00am - 11:30am

Community Events

Join us at the Strathroy Tales and Trails for a singalong. After our story walk, we will enjoy a teddy bear picnic with games, snacks, and songs!

This event is full

Komoka Koffee House

Wed, Aug 20, 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, Aug 20, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Mt. Brydges

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

Seniors Library Lounge - Music DVD: Sing Along with Susie Q

Wed, Aug 20, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

River Heights EarlyON

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

Wed, Aug 20, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Glencoe - Glencoe Program Room

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

Summer Book Social

Wed, Aug 20, 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

Crafternoon Special

Wed, Aug 20, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Strathroy

Join us for a special intergenerational program to create art for Tales & Trails. For adults, seniors, teens, & children aged 5+.

Toy Hacking

Wed, Aug 20, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Thorndale - Thorndale Community Room

Use your creativity to give old toys a new life! All materials supplied, but feel free to bring old toys to hack. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult.

Stitch 'n Chat

Wed, Aug 20, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Thorndale - Thorndale Community Room

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

This event is full

Paint Night

Wed, Aug 20, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Parkhill - Parkhill Program Room

Follow along as a library staff member leads you step by step in creating your own work of art. Children under 10 years of age require a caregiver to attend.

This event is full

Wed, Aug 20, 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. Please note that this is not instructional.

Wardsville Storytime

Wed, Aug 20, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Wardsville

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

Weedy Wednesday

Wed, Aug 20, 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.

Thu, Aug 21, 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, Aug 21, 9:00am - 11:00am

Ilderton

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

Thu, Aug 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

Thu, Aug 21, 10:30am - 11:00am

Ailsa Craig

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

Dorchester Storytime

Thu, Aug 21, 10:30am - 11:00am

Dorchester - Dorchester Program Room

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

Thu, Aug 21, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Strathroy

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

Thu, Aug 21, 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, Aug 21, 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, Aug 21, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

River Heights EarlyON

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

Between the Pages Book Club

Thu, Aug 21, 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, Aug 21, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Parkhill

Join Sylvia to discuss a different book every month.

Fri, Aug 22, 9:00am - 11:00am

Thorndale

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

Fri, Aug 22, 9:00am - 11:00am

Komoka

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

Fri, Aug 22, 10:30am - 11:00am

Mt. Brydges

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

Fri, Aug 22, 10:30am - 11:00am

Melbourne

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

Fri, Aug 22, 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 22, 10:30am - 11:00am

Parkhill

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

Fri, Aug 22, 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 22, 10:30am - 11:00am

Lucan - Lucan Program Room

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

Fri, Aug 22, 10:30am - 11:00am

Ilderton

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

TinkerTown - Special Edition: FIZZY LEMONADE!

Fri, Aug 22, 11:00am - 11:30am

Glencoe

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

Messy Play - Ilderton

Sat, Aug 23, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Ilderton

Come visit our outdoor space in Ilderton for some messy play. Expect to get dirty and explore with sand, water, mud and paint! Drop-in, no registration required

Sat, Aug 23, 10:30am - 11:30am

Glencoe - Glencoe Program Room

Watch out, these bubbly beverages have serious sparkle!

Play & Learn - Glencoe

Mon, Aug 25, 9:00am - 11:00am

Glencoe

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

Play & Learn - Lucan

Mon, Aug 25, 9:00am - 11:00am

Lucan

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

Open Spaces Outdoor Adventures - Coldstream Conservation Area

Mon, Aug 25, 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

Komoka Storytime

Mon, Aug 25, 10:30am - 11:00am

Komoka

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

Monday Moments

Mon, Aug 25, 1:00pm - 3:30pm

Komoka - Komoka Program Room

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

Baby Time Program - Glencoe

Mon, Aug 25, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Glencoe

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

Baby Time Program - Lucan

Mon, Aug 25, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Lucan

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

Tue, Aug 26, 9:00am - 11:00am

Strathroy

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

Tue, Aug 26, 9:00am - 11:00am

Ilderton

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

Tue, Aug 26, 10:00am - 8:00pm

Ailsa Craig

It's that time of year! Donate your gently used books during open hours in the month of August to make room for some new ones. Book sale runs Tuesday Aug 26 through Saturday Aug 30.

Tue, Aug 26, 10:30am - 11:00am

Thorndale

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

Movie Matinee - Seniors

Tue, Aug 26, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Mt. Brydges

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

Tue, Aug 26, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Ilderton

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

Tue, Aug 26, 1:00pm - 4:00pm

River Heights EarlyON

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

Crafternoon Special

Tue, Aug 26, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Dorchester

Join us for a special intergenerational program to create art for Tales & Trails. Please register for only one session. For adults, seniors, teens, & children aged 5+.

Tue, Aug 26, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Mt. Brydges

Evening Book Club - Don't Stop Reading

Tue, Aug 26, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Komoka

Have a question about your new device? Want to learn how to use a library resource? Book time with a library staff member. Registration required, see staff for more info!

Tue, Aug 26, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Strathroy - Strathroy Program Room

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

In a Jam or In a Pickle

Tue, Aug 26, 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.

Melbourne Book Club

Tue, Aug 26, 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, Aug 27, 9:00am - 11:00am

Mt. Brydges

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

Wed, Aug 27, 9:00am - 11:00am

Parkhill

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

Wed, Aug 27, 9:00am - 11:00am

Dorchester

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

Wed, Aug 27, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Mt. Brydges

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

Afternoon Book Club - Strathroy

Wed, Aug 27, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

River Heights EarlyON

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

Art Collaging

Wed, Aug 27, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Komoka - Komoka Program Room

Cut, tear, and glue to make your own awesome collage art using old books and magazines! We'll have lots of fun materials-just bring your creativity! Class curated by Amie from CNX studio

Registration opens Wednesday, August 13 2025 at 9:00am

Wed, Aug 27, 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, Aug 27, 2:00pm - 8:00pm

Ailsa Craig

It's that time of year! Donate your gently used books during open hours in the month of August to make room for some new ones. Book sale runs Tuesday Aug 26 through Saturday Aug 30.

Wed, Aug 27, 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. Please note that this is not instructional.

Check 'em Out Book Club

Wed, Aug 27, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Glencoe - Glencoe Program Room

Join us to discuss 'Something to Live For' by Richard Roper. Everyone welcome! Ask staff for a copy of this month's selection.

Thu, Aug 28, 9:00am - 11:00am

Strathroy

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

Thu, Aug 28, 9:00am - 11:00am

Ilderton

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

Open Spaces Outdoor Adventures - Lucan Conservation Area

Thu, Aug 28, 10:00am - 2:00pm

Ailsa Craig

It's that time of year! Donate your gently used books during open hours in the month of August to make room for some new ones. Book sale runs Tuesday Aug 26 through Saturday Aug 30.

Thu, Aug 28, 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.

Seniors Library Lounge - Daisy May DJ

Thu, Aug 28, 10:30am - 11:00am

Ailsa Craig

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

Dorchester Storytime

Thu, Aug 28, 10:30am - 11:00am

Dorchester - Dorchester Program Room

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

Thu, Aug 28, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Glencoe - Glencoe Program Room

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

Thu, Aug 28, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Strathroy

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

Thu, Aug 28, 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, Aug 28, 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, Aug 28, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

River Heights EarlyON

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

Thu, Aug 28, 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.

Fri, Aug 29, 9:00am - 11:00am

Thorndale

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

Fri, Aug 29, 9:00am - 11:00am

Komoka

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

Fri, Aug 29, 10:00am - 2:00pm

Ailsa Craig

It's that time of year! Donate your gently used books during open hours in the month of August to make room for some new ones. Book sale runs Tuesday Aug 26 through Saturday Aug 30.

Fri, Aug 29, 10:30am - 11:00am

Mt. Brydges

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

Fri, Aug 29, 10:30am - 11:00am

Melbourne

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

Fri, Aug 29, 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 29, 10:30am - 11:00am

Parkhill

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

Fri, Aug 29, 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 29, 10:30am - 11:00am

Lucan - Lucan Program Room

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

Fri, Aug 29, 10:30am - 11:00am

Ilderton

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

Fri, Aug 29, 11:00am - 11:30am

Glencoe

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