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woodland animals reading a story book

It's Storytime!  

Join us for songs, stories, and lots of fun!  


EARLY FALL PROGRAMS (September-October)


Drop-In: Super Storytime (All Ages)

Come one, come all to Super Storytime at the library!  This no-registration-required program is perfect for families with young children to enjoy stories, songs, and activities that inspire creativity and early learning.  Drop-in to share the magic of reading with your little one—no commitment needed! 

This drop-in program runs every Thursday at 10:30–11:30 a.m. from October 2-23 in the Family Program Room.  


Drop-In: Mini Kindies (Ages 3-5)

Give your preschooler a confident start with Mini Kindies, a playful, hands-on library program designed for children ages 3–5 and their caregivers.  Each session begins with fun circle time activities, including stories, songs, and games that build early learning and social skills.  After circle time, caregivers will help their preschooler explore engaging learning stations. We'll have the perfect mix of learning and play to help little ones get ready for kindergarten. 

This drop-in program will be held in the Family Program Room on the follow dates:

  • Friday, October 10 from 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m.
  • Friday, November 7 from 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m.

Boo Bash: Family Halloween Fun (All Ages)

Celebrate Halloween with a not-so-spooky party full of family fun!  Come in costume and enjoy festive games, crafts, snacks and a trick-or-treat parade around the library.  No registration required.  

Attend either event date, Thursday, October 30; 5:30-7 p.m. or Friday, October 31; 10-11:30 a.m., in the Family Department, for a fang-tastic good time!


LATE FALL PROGRAMS (November-December)


Drop-In: I Read Canadian Bedtime Storytime (All Ages)

Join us for a cozy Bedtime Storytime featuring delightful tales highlighting some of your favourite Canadian authors. Wear your PJs, bring a blanket or stuffie, and snuggle up with your family for a relaxing evening of storytelling — Canadian style!

This drop-in program will be hosted in the Family Program Room on Wednesday, November 5 from 6-7 p.m. 


Registered: Toddler Time (Walking to 36 Months)

Caregivers, share a love of learning with your busy toddlers ages walking to 36 months in this 5-week program full of stories, rhymes, wiggles, crafts, and play. This registered program runs every Wednesday from November 19-December 17 from 10:30-11:30 a.m. in the Family Program Room. 

Online registration opens at 10 a.m. on Friday, November 7.  An up-to-date library membership required.


Drop-In: Super Storytime (All Ages)

Come one, come all to Super Storytime at the library!  This no-registration-required program is perfect for families with young children to enjoy stories, songs, and activities that inspire creativity and early learning.  Drop-in to share the magic of reading with your little one—no commitment needed! 

This drop-in program runs every Thursday at 10:30–11:30 a.m. from November 20-December 18 in the Family Department Program Room.  


Registered: Babytime (Newborn to Walking)

Join us for stories, songs, tickles, and bounces, in this baby and caregiver program. Each program will end with a baby play time and caregiver social.  This 4-week registered program will be held every Tuesday from November 25-December 16 in the Family Program Room.  An up-do-date library membership is required. 

There are two time slots available, please register for only one time slot.  An up-do-date library membership is required. 

Timeslot A: 10:15-11 a.m. or Timeslot B: 11:30 a.m.-12:15 p.m.

Online registration opens at 10 a.m. on Friday, November 7.


Looking for more Children and Family Programs?

Email us for more information on any of our Storytime programs. Visit our Children and Families page for more great programs for kids, tweens, and families.

 

 

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