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March Break at the Library!

Super Scavenger Hunt Challenge
2026-03-16 10:00:00 2026-03-16 17:00:00 America/New_York March Break at the Library! For all ages. Registration not required. Drop in March 16-21. McGregor Branch -

Monday, March 16
10:00am - 5:00pm

Add to Calendar 2026-03-16 10:00:00 2026-03-16 17:00:00 America/New_York March Break at the Library! For all ages. Registration not required. Drop in March 16-21. McGregor Branch -

For all ages. Registration not required. Drop in March 16-21.

March Break at the Library! 

Love scavenger hunts? Come try our Super Scavenger Hunt Challenge! So many hidden pictures, and no hints! Can you find them all?

AGE GROUP: | Tween | Preschool | Kids |

EVENT TYPE: | March Break |

McGregor Branch
mcgbranch@essexcountylibrary.ca
Phone: 226-946-1529 x465
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We're open 1:00PM to 4:00PM

Mon, Mar 02 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Tue, Mar 03 Closed
Wed, Mar 04 12:00PM to 8:00PM
Thu, Mar 05 Closed
Fri, Mar 06 Closed
Sat, Mar 07 1:00PM to 4:00PM
Sun, Mar 08 Closed
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Puzzle Swap @ Lakeshore Pick-Up Day!
Sat, Mar 07, 9:30am - 4:30pm
Lakeshore - Toldo Branch
Are you bored with your old jigsaw puzzles? Bring in your gently used puzzles (with all pieces included) and swap them for a new-to-you puzzle!
Techie Talk
Sat, Mar 07, 10:00am - 10:30am
Essex Branch
Book a 30 minute session to discuss your tech related questions. Register online or at the library.
Rescheduled
Music and Me
Sat, Mar 07, 10:00am - 11:00am
New date Saturday, March 07, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Amherstburg Branch
A Community Partner Program. Join local children's musician Kara Kaufmann for some musical learning and fun. Ages 3 and up. Registration required.
Techie Talk
Sat, Mar 07, 10:30am - 11:00am
Essex Branch
Book a 30 minute session to discuss your tech related questions. Register online or at the library.
This event is full
Paper Bag Princess Day
Sat, Mar 07, 11:00am - 3:00pm
Amherstburg Branch
Come celebrate the Paper Bag Princess with stories, crafts, and activities.
Techie Talk
Sat, Mar 07, 11:00am - 11:30am
Essex Branch
Book a 30 minute session to discuss your tech related questions. Register online or at the library.
Music and Me
Sat, Mar 07, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Amherstburg Branch
A Community Partner Program. Join local children's musician Kara Kaufmann for some musical learning and fun. Ages 3 and up. Registration required.
Techie Talk
Sat, Mar 07, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Essex Branch
Book a 30 minute session to discuss your tech related questions. Register online or at the library.
This event is full
Squishmallow Bingo!
Sat, Mar 07, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Lakeshore - Toldo Branch
Get ready to shout "BINGO! Join us for a special bingo where we will be using pictures of your favorite Squishmallows instead of numbers. Ages 5 and up. 
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Women of the World! - A Drop-in Scavenger Hunt
Mon, Mar 09, All day
Lakeshore - Toldo Branch
Celebrate International Women's Day on March 8th with our special scavenger hunt! Drop in and look for the different notable women throughout history and read about their accomplishments. All ages!
Age Well...Move to Be Strong! VON SMART Exercise Class
Mon, Mar 09, 10:00am - 10:30am
Leamington Branch
For adults 55 years and older or any adult living with a disability. A Community Partner Program. Registration required.
Twisted Stitchers
Mon, Mar 09, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Leamington Branch
This afternoon knit and crochet is open to all skill levels and ages. Bring your own projects and supplies to share in conversation and friendship.
Knitting club
Mon, Mar 09, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Essex Branch
Join us for crafting and conversation. Adult program, no registration required.
Community Scrabble Club - If you like to play Scrabble, join us!
Mon, Mar 09, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Lakeshore - Toldo Branch
All ages and skill levels are welcome! No registration required. Bring your own game or use one of ours.
Device Advice
Mon, Mar 09, 3:00pm - 3:30pm
Amherstburg Branch
Book a session to get some advice and tips for your tech devices.
This event is full
Device Advice
Mon, Mar 09, 3:30pm - 4:00pm
Amherstburg Branch
Book a session to get some advice and tips for your tech devices.
This event is full
ESL Conversation Group
Tue, Mar 10, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Tecumseh - Cada Branch
Are you a new English language speaker? Join us to practice!
Adult Book Club
Tue, Mar 10, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
LaSalle - Bill Varga Branch
This month's selection is Still Missing by Chevy Stevens.
This event is full
Adult Book Club
Tue, Mar 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Lakeshore - Toldo Branch
This month's selection is Tell Me Everything by Elizabeth Strout Registration required.
This event is full
Scrabble Club
Tue, Mar 10, 2:15pm - 4:15pm
Stoney Point Branch
Join us for fun, friendly Scrabble games each week. For all ages. Registration required.
Cancelled
Loom Knitting
Tue, Mar 10, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Leamington Branch
Learn the basics of loom knitting and create something cozy to take home. For kids 8-12.
Painting Pizzazz: Splat Monsters! for 5 & up
Tue, Mar 10, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Lakeshore - Toldo Branch
Messy monster art with paint!
This event is full
Adult Craft Night- Faux Concrete Bunnies and Eggs
Tue, Mar 10, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Leamington Branch
Spring craft night for adults
Please contact the library to register for this event.
Free Tax Clinic
Wed, Mar 11, 4:30pm - 4:45pm
Comber Branch
It's tax time! Come to the Comber Branch for a free tax clinic with Jill. Registration required.
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Free Tax Clinic
Wed, Mar 11, 4:45pm - 5:00pm
Comber Branch
It's tax time! Come to the Comber Branch for a free tax clinic with Jill. Registration required.
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Free Tax Clinic
Wed, Mar 11, 5:00pm - 5:15pm
Comber Branch
It's tax time! Come to the Comber Branch for a free tax clinic with Jill. Registration required.
Free Tax Clinic
Wed, Mar 11, 5:15pm - 5:30pm
Comber Branch
It's tax time! Come to the Comber Branch for a free tax clinic with Jill. Registration required.
Free Tax Clinic
Wed, Mar 11, 5:30pm - 5:45pm
Comber Branch
It's tax time! Come to the Comber Branch for a free tax clinic with Jill. Registration required.
LEGO® Club
Wed, Mar 11, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Essex Branch
Come explore LEGOs at the Library!
Free Tax Clinic
Wed, Mar 11, 5:45pm - 6:00pm
Comber Branch
It's tax time! Come to the Comber Branch for a free tax clinic with Jill. Registration required.
Free Tax Clinic
Wed, Mar 11, 6:00pm - 6:15pm
Comber Branch
It's tax time! Come to the Comber Branch for a free tax clinic with Jill. Registration required.
Free Tax Clinic
Wed, Mar 11, 6:15pm - 6:30pm
Comber Branch
It's tax time! Come to the Comber Branch for a free tax clinic with Jill. Registration required.
Learn Public Speaking Skills with Erie Shores Toastmasters
Wed, Mar 11, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Leamington Branch
Practice and have fun learning how to speak in public. We meet every other Wednesday from 6:30 - 7:30 pm.
Seniors Social Club
Thu, Mar 12, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Leamington Branch
Come and join the fun at our Seniors Social Club!
Afternoon Adult Book Club
Thu, Mar 12, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Essex Branch
A monthly meeting to discuss books. Adult program, no registration required.
Baby Storytime
Thu, Mar 12, 1:00pm - 1:30pm
LaSalle - Bill Varga Branch
A 30 minute program for babies and their caregivers.
This event is full
Build with LEGO® Bricks at the Library
Thu, Mar 12, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Harrow Branch
Create and build with Lego®! All ages welcome.
Loop of Friendship
Thu, Mar 12, 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Leamington Branch
All skill levels welcome.
Beautiful Bookends
Thu, Mar 12, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Amherstburg Branch
Join us to help beautify our shared library space. For Adults. Registration required.
This event is full
Crafting and Conversation
Thu, Mar 12, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Woodslee - Libro Centre Branch
Join us for a once a week crafting circle at the Woodslee Library.
Exam Proctoring- Bobi-Jo Smith
Fri, Mar 13, 10:00am - 2:30pm
Leamington Branch
exam proctoring
Write On Drop-Ins
Fri, Mar 13, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Kingsville - Highline Branch
Join the quiet camaraderie and group accountability of this writer’s group! Quiet writing time for projects, with the occasional opportunity to brainstorm solutions to thorny problems with manuscripts
Free French Course for Parents With Children Enrolled - in School French Programs JK-Grade 8 or Homeschooled
Fri, Mar 13, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
LaSalle - Bill Varga Branch
A Community Partner Program. For Adults. Registration required.
Build with KAPLA Planks
Sat, Mar 14, 9:00am - 12:00pm
Ruthven Branch
March 14-21.
Little Bookworm Book Club
Sat, Mar 14, 10:00am - 10:30am
LaSalle - Bill Varga Branch
Join us once a month for a picture book read-aloud and a craft to match! March features The Pout-Pout Fish by Deborah Diesen.
Adult Book Club
Sat, Mar 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Kingsville - Highline Branch
This month's selection is Detroit : an American autopsy by Charlie LeDuff. Registration required.
Build with K'NEX
Sat, Mar 14, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Cottam Branch
March 14-21.
Saturday S.T.E.M Drop-In
Sat, Mar 14, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Amherstburg Branch
Drop in at the Amherstburg Branch for some self-directed S.T.E.M. activities. This is a family program, small children may need help.
Zoob Builderz! March Break at the Library!
Mon, Mar 16, All day
Kingsville - Highline Branch
For All Ages. No Registration Required.
Luck of the Irish Scavenger Hunt
Mon, Mar 16, All day
LaSalle - Bill Varga Branch
Test your "luck of the Irish" with this St. Patrick's day scavenger hunt at the Lasalle Library! Runs from March 16th - 28th.
Brainrot Book Quest - A March Break Reading Challenge
Mon, Mar 16, All day
Lakeshore - Toldo Branch
Beat the March Break brainrot- drop into the Lakeshore Branch and pick up a reading log! Logs are available to pickup beginning Saturday, March 14th, and are due by Monday, March 23rd.
Teen Art Contest
Mon, Mar 16, All day
Kingsville - Highline Branch
January 26th to March 21st 2026 entry. Winners will be displayed in the Library Teen Corner from June 2026 to June 2027. Prizes to be won!
March Break Supersonic Scavenger Extravaganza
Mon, Mar 16, 9:00am - 5:00pm
Harrow Branch
For ages 5 and up. No registration required.
St. Patrick's Day Search and Find
Mon, Mar 16, 9:00am - 8:00pm
Lakeshore - Toldo Branch
Find the pictures of St. Patrick's Day themed items hidden around the branch!
March Break Storytime!
Mon, Mar 16, 9:30am - 10:00am
Tecumseh - Cada Branch
A 30 minute program for children 19 months to 5 years of age with a caregiver.
Build with K'NEX
Mon, Mar 16, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Cottam Branch
March 14-21.
March Break at the Library! Puffer Fish Balloons
Mon, Mar 16, 10:00am - 11:00am
Leamington Branch
Let's kick off March Break at the Library with a bang! Learn how baking soda and vinegar can create a self-inflating balloon! For ages 7-10. Registration required.
Shrink It! - A Children's Art Program
Mon, Mar 16, 10:00am - 11:00am
Lakeshore - Toldo Branch
Create your design, then watch the magic happen! Draw, colour, and shrink your art into tiny keepsakes using our special shrinking paper and heat. Registration required, ages 6 and up!
This event is full
March Break at the Library! - Super Scavenger Hunt Challenge
Mon, Mar 16, 10:00am - 5:00pm
McGregor Branch
For all ages. Registration not required. Drop in March 16-21.
March Break at the Library! - Create a Plastic Canvas Bookmark
Mon, Mar 16, 10:30am - 11:30am
McGregor Branch
For ages 7-12. Registration required.
BINGO and Board Games
Mon, Mar 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Cottam Branch
All ages. Register or drop-in.
Minecraft Bingo
Mon, Mar 16, 11:00am - 11:45am
Comber Branch
Come to the Comber Branch to play Minecraft Bingo! Registration Required. For ages 6-14.
DIY Super Mario Perler Bead Magnets - A Perler Bead Program
Mon, Mar 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm
LaSalle - Bill Varga Branch
Make a Super Mario themed Perler bead magnet at the LaSalle Library!
Device Advice
Mon, Mar 16, 12:00pm - 12:30pm
Kingsville - Highline Branch
If you need personalized help, use our Device Advice service! 
Device Advice
Mon, Mar 16, 12:30pm - 1:00pm
Kingsville - Highline Branch
If you need personalized help, use our Device Advice service! 
Twisted Stitchers
Mon, Mar 16, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Leamington Branch
This afternoon knit and crochet is open to all skill levels and ages. Bring your own projects and supplies to share in conversation and friendship.
Community Scrabble Club - If you like to play Scrabble, join us!
Mon, Mar 16, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Lakeshore - Toldo Branch
All ages and skill levels are welcome! No registration required. Bring your own game or use one of ours.
Device Advice
Mon, Mar 16, 1:00pm - 1:30pm
Kingsville - Highline Branch
If you need personalized help, use our Device Advice service! 
Device Advice
Mon, Mar 16, 1:30pm - 2:00pm
Kingsville - Highline Branch
If you need personalized help, use our Device Advice service! 
STEM Challenge: Three Little Pigs
Mon, Mar 16, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Essex Branch
Build a house for the Three Little Pigs before the Big Bad Wolf can blow it down. Ages: 6-10. Registration required.
Panda Plan: A Panda Day Community Movie Event
Mon, Mar 16, 5:45pm - 7:30pm
Essex Branch
Join us for a night of bamboo-sized fun as we celebrate Panda Day! Preferred dressed code: black, white and cute. The movie Panda Plan is made available by Kanopy.
Anime and Manga Club
Mon, Mar 16, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Amherstburg Branch
Ages: 11 and up. Registration required.
Zoob Builderz! March Break at the Library!
Tue, Mar 17, All day
Kingsville - Highline Branch
For All Ages. No Registration Required.
Drop-In Craft- St Patrick's Day Craft
Tue, Mar 17, All day
LaSalle - Bill Varga Branch
For kids and families. No registration required.
Drop-In: Giant Board Games
Tue, Mar 17, 9:00am - 7:30pm
Essex Branch
For kids 5+. No registration required.
ConnectMyHealth - Access Your Health Records
Tue, Mar 17, 9:00am - 12:00pm
Kingsville - Highline Branch
A Community Partner Program. For Adults. No registration required.
Lucky Shamrock Craft
Tue, Mar 17, 9:00am - 7:00pm
Amherstburg Branch
For kids 5 and up. No registration required.
St. Patrick's Day Search and Find
Tue, Mar 17, 9:00am - 8:00pm
Lakeshore - Toldo Branch
Find the pictures of St. Patrick's Day themed items hidden around the branch!
March Break Supersonic Scavenger Extravaganza
Tue, Mar 17, 9:00am - 5:00pm
Harrow Branch
For ages 5 and up. No registration required.
March Break Storytime!
Tue, Mar 17, 9:30am - 10:00am
Tecumseh - Cada Branch
A 30 minute program for children 19 months to 5 years of age with a caregiver.
Build with KAPLA Planks
Tue, Mar 17, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Ruthven Branch
March 14-21.
March Break at the Library! - Super Scavenger Hunt Challenge
Tue, Mar 17, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Woodslee - Libro Centre Branch
For all ages. Registration not required. Drop in March 17-21. 
Drop In Craft: Pom Pom Creations
Tue, Mar 17, 10:00am - 7:00pm
Leamington Branch
For ages 12 and under with assistance from parent/guardian.
March Break at the Library! - Create a Plastic Canvas Bookmark 
Tue, Mar 17, 10:30am - 11:30am
Woodslee - Libro Centre Branch
For ages 7-12. Registration required.
BINGO and Board Games
Tue, Mar 17, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ruthven Branch
All ages. Register or drop-in.
Minecraft Bingo
Tue, Mar 17, 11:00am - 11:45am
Stoney Point Branch
Come to the Stoney Point Branch to play Minecraft Bingo! Registration Required. For ages 6-14.
March Brick Madness
Tue, Mar 17, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Amherstburg Branch
Get ready to imagine, create, and build during March Break at the library! Ages: 7-10. Registration required.
ESL Conversation Group
Tue, Mar 17, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Tecumseh - Cada Branch
Are you a new English language speaker? Join us to practice!
March Break at the Library! Drop in Craft!
Tue, Mar 17, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Harrow Branch
For ages 5 and up. Registration required.
Craft and Chatter
Tue, Mar 17, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Ruthven Branch
For adults. Register or drop in.
Scrabble Club
Tue, Mar 17, 2:15pm - 4:15pm
Stoney Point Branch
Join us for fun, friendly Scrabble games each week. For all ages. Registration required.
Sphero Bolt Maze Challenge!
Tue, Mar 17, 2:30pm - 3:15pm
Lakeshore - Toldo Branch
Come play and explore with a robot! Book a 45 minute session to take the robot around the library, build mazes, and practice your coding skills. Children aged 7 and up with a caregiver.
This event is full
Sphero Bolt Maze Challenge!
Tue, Mar 17, 3:30pm - 4:15pm
Lakeshore - Toldo Branch
Come play and explore with a robot! Book a 45 minute session to take the robot around the library, build mazes, and practice your coding skills. Children aged 7 and up with a caregiver.
This event is full
Sphero Bolt Maze Challenge!
Tue, Mar 17, 4:30pm - 5:15pm
Lakeshore - Toldo Branch
Come play and explore with a robot! Book a 45 minute session to take the robot around the library, build mazes, and practice your coding skills. Children aged 7 and up with a caregiver.
This event is full
Paper Airplane Flight Challenge - Make your own great design!
Tue, Mar 17, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Kingsville - Highline Branch
Discover what makes a paper airplane fly or crash. Investigate what is best to keep the plane in the air.
Sphero Bolt Maze Challenge!
Tue, Mar 17, 5:30pm - 6:15pm
Lakeshore - Toldo Branch
Come play and explore with a robot! Book a 45 minute session to take the robot around the library, build mazes, and practice your coding skills. Children aged 7 and up with a caregiver.
This event is full
Sphero Bolt Maze Challenge!
Tue, Mar 17, 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Lakeshore - Toldo Branch
Come play and explore with a robot! Book a 45 minute session to take the robot around the library, build mazes, and practice your coding skills. Children aged 7 and up with a caregiver.
This event is full
Pop Culture Trivia Night!
Tue, Mar 17, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Leamington Branch
Team trivia night at the library
Please contact the library to register for this event.
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