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Drop-In Activity: Family Literacy Day Scavenger Hunt
2026-01-27 00:00:00 2026-01-27 23:59:00 America/New_York Drop-In Activity: Family Literacy Day Scavenger Hunt All Ages Family Fun - Search our Family Literacy Day display for items on your list! Can you find them all? Take one of our easy cookbooks home for more family literacy fun! No registration required. Amherstburg Branch -

Tuesday, January 27
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Add to Calendar 2026-01-27 00:00:00 2026-01-27 23:59:00 America/New_York Drop-In Activity: Family Literacy Day Scavenger Hunt All Ages Family Fun - Search our Family Literacy Day display for items on your list! Can you find them all? Take one of our easy cookbooks home for more family literacy fun! No registration required. Amherstburg Branch -

All Ages Family Fun - Search our Family Literacy Day display for items on your list! Can you find them all? Take one of our easy cookbooks home for more family literacy fun! No registration required.

AGE GROUP: | Family | All Ages |

EVENT TYPE: | Language Learning | Games | Celebration |

Amherstburg Branch
amhbranch@essexcountylibrary.ca
Phone: 226-946-1529 x420
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We're open 9:00AM to 5:00PM

Mon, Jan 12 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Jan 13 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Jan 14 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Jan 15 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Jan 16 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Jan 17 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Jan 18 Closed
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Book Character Dress Up Sweepstake: Day 1
Sat, Jan 17, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Essex Branch
Jan 17- 31: In celebration of Family Literacy Day: visit Essex branch dressed up as your favorite book character. Enjoy book themed activities, photo opportunities and a ticket for our sweepstake.
Little Bookworm Bookclub
Sat, Jan 17, 10:00am - 10:30am
LaSalle - Bill Varga Branch
Join us once a month for a picture book read-aloud and a craft to match! January features Elmer and Butterfly by David Mckee.
ART for Kids: Van Gogh Starry Night
Sat, Jan 17, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Leamington Branch
Learn about Van Gogh and paint your own masterpiece!
Puzzle Challenge - Come Have Some Fun
Sat, Jan 17, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Kingsville - Highline Branch
Come spend some time with us on a Saturday morning!
Hooray for Pooh Bear and Friendship
Sat, Jan 17, 10:30am - 4:00pm
Essex Branch
A day without a friend is like a pot without a single drop of honey left inside. Pooh Bear wants YOU to come to Essex branch to celebrate national Winnie the Pooh Day.
Paper Creature Party
Sat, Jan 17, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
LaSalle - Bill Varga Branch
Listen to fun stories and make a papery friend to take home. It's a Page-turning fun time! Ages: 5-8 Registration required.
This event is full
Kid's Book Club - Imaginary Friends
Sat, Jan 17, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Amherstburg Branch
Read the book, come chat about it and enjoy some activities and games! Ages 7-12, Registration is required. This month's theme is Imaginary Friends. Books are available upstairs at the desk.
Dragons Love the Library Scavenger Hunt
Mon, Jan 19, All day
LaSalle - Bill Varga Branch
Find these famous literary fire breathing dragons hidden in the library!
Let's Go, Nintendo! - A Drop-in Scavenger Hunt
Mon, Jan 19, All day
Lakeshore - Toldo Branch
Come search for all of your favourite Nintendo friends at the Lakeshore Branch! Begins Monday, January 19th and runs through Saturday, January 24th.
LaSalle Branch Used Book Sale - Runs from January 19th - January 31st
Mon, Jan 19, All day
LaSalle - Bill Varga Branch
Support your local library and stock up on reading material at our LaSalle Branch Used Book Sale! Runs from Monday, January 19th - Saturday, January 31st. CASH ONLY.
Book Club for One! - Take Home Kit
Mon, Jan 19, 9:00am - 8:00pm
Leamington Branch
Come to Leamington library to pick up a 'Book Club for One' kit to help keep your winter reading as cozy as possible!
Family Storytime
Mon, Jan 19, 10:00am - 10:30am
Lakeshore - Toldo Branch
A 30 minute program for children 19 months to 5 years of age with a caregiver.
Age Well...Move to Be Strong! VON SMART Exercise Class
Mon, Jan 19, 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.
Family Storytime
Mon, Jan 19, 10:30am - 11:00am
Cottam Branch
A 30 minute program for children 5 and under with a caregiver.
Family Storytime
Mon, Jan 19, 10:30am - 11:00am
McGregor Branch
A 30 minute program for children 5 and under with a caregiver.
Family Storytime
Mon, Jan 19, 10:30am - 11:00am
Comber Branch
A 30 minute program for children 5 and under with a caregiver.
Device Advice
Mon, Jan 19, 12:00pm - 12:30pm
Kingsville - Highline Branch
If you need personalized help, use our Device Advice service! 
Device Advice
Mon, Jan 19, 12:30pm - 1:00pm
Kingsville - Highline Branch
If you need personalized help, use our Device Advice service! 
Community Scrabble Club - If you like to play Scrabble, join us!
Mon, Jan 19, 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.
Twisted Stitchers
Mon, Jan 19, 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.
Device Advice
Mon, Jan 19, 1:00pm - 1:30pm
Kingsville - Highline Branch
If you need personalized help, use our Device Advice service! 
Device Advice
Mon, Jan 19, 1:30pm - 2:00pm
Kingsville - Highline Branch
If you need personalized help, use our Device Advice service! 
This event is full
Book Club for One! - Take Home Kit
Tue, Jan 20, 9:00am - 8:00pm
Leamington Branch
Come to Leamington library to pick up a 'Book Club for One' kit to help keep your winter reading as cozy as possible!
Baby Storytime
Tue, Jan 20, 9:30am - 10:00am
Lakeshore - Toldo Branch
A 30 minute program for babies and their caregivers.
Baby Storytime
Tue, Jan 20, 9:30am - 10:00am
Amherstburg Branch
A 30 minute program for babies and their caregivers.
This event is full
Family Storytime
Tue, Jan 20, 10:00am - 10:30am
Essex Branch
A 30 minute program for children 5 and under with a caregiver.
Music and Movement
Tue, Jan 20, 10:00am - 10:30am
Kingsville - Highline Branch
A 30 minute program for children 19 months to 5 years of age with a caregiver.
Toddlertime
Tue, Jan 20, 10:00am - 10:30am
LaSalle - Bill Varga Branch
A 30 minute program for toddlers (19-36 months) and their caregivers.
Family Storytime
Tue, Jan 20, 10:30am - 11:00am
Stoney Point Branch
A 30 minute program for children 5 and under with a caregiver.
Family Storytime
Tue, Jan 20, 10:30am - 11:00am
Harrow Branch
A 30 minute program for children 5 and under with a caregiver.
Family Storytime
Tue, Jan 20, 10:30am - 11:00am
Woodslee - Libro Centre Branch
A 30 minute program for children 5 and under with a caregiver.
ESL Conversation Group
Tue, Jan 20, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Tecumseh - Cada Branch
Are you a new English language speaker? Join us to practice!
Craft, Colour and Chat
Tue, Jan 20, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Harrow Branch
Join us for a weekly crafting circle at the Harrow Library.
Craft and Chatter
Tue, Jan 20, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Ruthven Branch
For adults. Register or drop in.
Scrabble Club
Tue, Jan 20, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Stoney Point Branch
Join us for fun, friendly Scrabble games each week. For all ages. Registration required.
Adult Book Club
Tue, Jan 20, 2:15pm - 3:15pm
Woodslee - Libro Centre Branch
This month's selection is Lady Tan's Circle of Women by Lisa See. Registration required.
No Pressure Book Club - Best Book Read in 2025
Tue, Jan 20, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Leamington Branch
We pick the prompt, you pick the book. Every month a different prompt will be featured and we discuss all the different books selected by our members that month.
My Penguin Friend: Penguin Day Movie Night
Tue, Jan 20, 6:15pm - 7:30pm
Essex Branch
Celebrate Penguin Day with a movie night at Essex branch. Free snacks and fun penguin crafts. The movie playing will be MY PENGUIN FRIEND. This movie is made available by Kanopy.
LaSalle Branch Used Book Sale - Runs from January 19th - January 31st
Wed, Jan 21, All day
LaSalle - Bill Varga Branch
Support your local library and stock up on reading material at our LaSalle Branch Used Book Sale! Runs from Monday, January 19th - Saturday, January 31st. CASH ONLY.
Book Club for One! - Take Home Kit
Wed, Jan 21, 9:00am - 8:00pm
Leamington Branch
Come to Leamington library to pick up a 'Book Club for One' kit to help keep your winter reading as cozy as possible!
ConnectMyHealth - Access Your Health Records
Wed, Jan 21, 9:00am - 12:00pm
Amherstburg Branch
A Community Partner Program. For Adults. No registration required.
Baby Storytime
Wed, Jan 21, 9:30am - 10:00am
Tecumseh - Cada Branch
A 30 minute program for babies and their caregivers.
Baby Storytime - Come Have Some FUN!
Wed, Jan 21, 9:30am - 10:30am
Kingsville - Highline Branch
A 30 minute program for babies and their caregivers.
Family Storytime
Wed, Jan 21, 10:00am - 10:30am
Essex Branch
A 30 minute program for children 5 and under with a caregiver.
Family Storytime
Wed, Jan 21, 10:00am - 10:30am
Leamington Branch
A 30 minute program for children 5 and under with a caregiver.
Family Storytime Tecumseh
Wed, Jan 21, 10:30am - 11:00am
Tecumseh - Cada Branch
A 30 minute program for children 19 months to 5 years of age with a caregiver.
Baby Storytime
Wed, Jan 21, 11:00am - 11:30am
LaSalle - Bill Varga Branch
A 30 minute program for babies and their caregivers.
Probus Meeting
Wed, Jan 21, 11:15am - 11:45am
Tecumseh - Cada Branch
Meeting
Bite Club - Soups & Stews
Wed, Jan 21, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
LaSalle - Bill Varga Branch
January theme: Soups & Stews Age: Adult. Registration required.
Adult Book Club
Wed, Jan 21, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
McGregor Branch
This month's selection is Elsewhere by Gabrielle Zevin. Registration required.
Adult Book Club in Leamington
Wed, Jan 21, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Leamington Branch
Traditional book club for adults.
I Survived the Library: Avalanches
Wed, Jan 21, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Essex Branch
A STEAM program based on the novels by Lauren Tarshis. Registration is required. For Ages 5-12
Crafting Hive
Wed, Jan 21, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Kingsville - Highline Branch
Kingsville's Crafting Hive is a space that allows creative freedom, to work on ongoing projects, and to share various crafting techniques.
LEGO® Club
Wed, Jan 21, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Cottam Branch
Create and build with Lego®! Ages: 6-12. Registration required.
New Year, New Me: Clutter Free
Wed, Jan 21, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Amherstburg Branch
Discover a more organized, stress-free you. For Adults. Registration required.
This event is full
Snow Much Fun - Family Craft Night
Wed, Jan 21, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Lakeshore - Toldo Branch
Families with children of all ages are invited to join us for snow themed books and activities.
This event is full
Curious Kids Club: Amazing Axolotls!
Wed, Jan 21, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Comber Branch
Make your very own axolotl keychain! Ages 7-14. Registration required.
LaSalle Branch Used Book Sale - Runs from January 19th - January 31st
Thu, Jan 22, All day
LaSalle - Bill Varga Branch
Support your local library and stock up on reading material at our LaSalle Branch Used Book Sale! Runs from Monday, January 19th - Saturday, January 31st. CASH ONLY.
Book Club for One! - Take Home Kit
Thu, Jan 22, 9:00am - 8:00pm
Leamington Branch
Come to Leamington library to pick up a 'Book Club for One' kit to help keep your winter reading as cozy as possible!
Family Storytime
Thu, Jan 22, 9:30am - 10:00am
Amherstburg Branch
A 30 minute program for children 19 months to 5 years of age with a caregiver.
Family Storytime
Thu, Jan 22, 10:30am - 11:00am
LaSalle - Bill Varga Branch
A 30 minute program for children 19 months to 5 years of age with a caregiver.
Baby Storytime
Thu, Jan 22, 1:30pm - 2:00pm
LaSalle - Bill Varga Branch
A 30 minute program for babies and their caregivers.
Build with LEGO® Bricks at the Library
Thu, Jan 22, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Harrow Branch
Create and build with Lego®! All ages welcome!
LEGO® Club
Thu, Jan 22, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Ruthven Branch
Create and build with Lego®! Ages: 6-12. Registration required.
Craft NIght
Thu, Jan 22, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Tecumseh - Cada Branch
Come and work for an hour and a half on any type of craft - whether it be journaling, scrapbooking, knitting, etc. Some Materials Will be Provided. No registration required.
Loop of Friendship
Thu, Jan 22, 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Leamington Branch
All skill levels welcome.
Let's Book It!
Thu, Jan 22, 6:15pm - 7:00pm
Lakeshore - Toldo Branch
Join us for a bi-weekly 45 minute walk around the ATRC walking track while we talk all things books!
Crafting and Conversation
Thu, Jan 22, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Woodslee - Libro Centre Branch
Join us for a once a week crafting circle at the Woodslee Library.
Curious Kids Club: Amazing Axolotls!
Thu, Jan 22, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Stoney Point Branch
Make your very own axolotl keychain! Ages 7-14. Registration required.
LaSalle Branch Used Book Sale - Runs from January 19th - January 31st
Fri, Jan 23, All day
LaSalle - Bill Varga Branch
Support your local library and stock up on reading material at our LaSalle Branch Used Book Sale! Runs from Monday, January 19th - Saturday, January 31st. CASH ONLY.
Book Club for One! - Take Home Kit
Fri, Jan 23, 9:00am - 5:00pm
Leamington Branch
Come to Leamington library to pick up a 'Book Club for One' kit to help keep your winter reading as cozy as possible!
Write On Drop-Ins
Fri, Jan 23, 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, Jan 23, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
LaSalle - Bill Varga Branch
A Community Partner Program. For Adults. Registration required.
Adult Colouring Hour
Fri, Jan 23, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Tecumseh - Cada Branch
Enjoy a calming afternoon of creativity as you colour at your own pace. All supplies will be provided.
LaSalle Branch Used Book Sale - Runs from January 19th - January 31st
Sat, Jan 24, All day
LaSalle - Bill Varga Branch
Support your local library and stock up on reading material at our LaSalle Branch Used Book Sale! Runs from Monday, January 19th - Saturday, January 31st. CASH ONLY.
Book Club for One! - Take Home Kit
Sat, Jan 24, 9:00am - 5:00pm
Leamington Branch
Come to Leamington library to pick up a 'Book Club for One' kit to help keep your winter reading as cozy as possible!
Puzzle Swap
Sat, Jan 24, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Amherstburg Branch
Celebrate National Puzzle Day!
Nintendo Party! - A Drop-in Craft Program
Sat, Jan 24, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Lakeshore - Toldo Branch
Celebrate the arrival of Nintendo Switch games coming to the Essex County Library by dropping into our Nintendo Party at the Lakeshore Branch! No registration required, all ages!
Adult Crafting: Sea Glass and Pebble Art
Sat, Jan 24, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
LaSalle - Bill Varga Branch
Join us at the LaSalle branch to create a work of art using sea glass. All materials included.
This event is full
Scavenger Hunt: Always a Sunny Day at the Library!
Mon, Jan 26, All day
Lakeshore - Toldo Branch
Sesame Street Scavenger Hunt all week!
Build With LEGO® Bricks at the Lakeshore Library!
Mon, Jan 26, All day
Lakeshore - Toldo Branch
Drop-in anytime from Monday, January 26th to Friday, January 31st to build and explore with LEGO.
LaSalle Branch Used Book Sale - Runs from January 19th - January 31st
Mon, Jan 26, All day
LaSalle - Bill Varga Branch
Support your local library and stock up on reading material at our LaSalle Branch Used Book Sale! Runs from Monday, January 19th - Saturday, January 31st. CASH ONLY.
Family Storytime
Mon, Jan 26, 10:00am - 10:30am
Lakeshore - Toldo Branch
A 30 minute program for children 19 months to 5 years of age with a caregiver.
Age Well...Move to Be Strong! VON SMART Exercise Class
Mon, Jan 26, 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.
Family Storytime
Mon, Jan 26, 10:30am - 11:00am
Cottam Branch
A 30 minute program for children 5 and under with a caregiver.
Family Storytime
Mon, Jan 26, 10:30am - 11:00am
McGregor Branch
A 30 minute program for children 5 and under with a caregiver.
Family Storytime
Mon, Jan 26, 10:30am - 11:00am
Comber Branch
A 30 minute program for children 5 and under with a caregiver.
Hearing Screening and Hearing Loss Clinic - Canadian Hearing Services
Mon, Jan 26, 11:00am - 2:00pm
Lakeshore - Toldo Branch
A Community Partner Program. For adults. Registration required.
Knitting club
Mon, Jan 26, 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, Jan 26, 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.
Twisted Stitchers
Mon, Jan 26, 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.
Teen Advisory Group
Mon, Jan 26, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Essex Branch
Teen Advisory Group at the Essex Branch
LaSalle Branch Used Book Sale - Runs from January 19th - January 31st
Tue, Jan 27, All day
LaSalle - Bill Varga Branch
Support your local library and stock up on reading material at our LaSalle Branch Used Book Sale! Runs from Monday, January 19th - Saturday, January 31st. CASH ONLY.
Drop-In Activity: Family Literacy Day Scavenger Hunt
Tue, Jan 27, All day
Amherstburg Branch
All Ages Family Fun - Search our Family Literacy Day display for items on your list! Can you find them all? Take one of our easy cookbooks home for more family literacy fun! No registration required.
Baby Storytime
Tue, Jan 27, 9:30am - 10:00am
Lakeshore - Toldo Branch
A 30 minute program for babies and their caregivers.
Baby Storytime
Tue, Jan 27, 9:30am - 10:00am
Amherstburg Branch
A 30 minute program for babies and their caregivers.
This event is full
Family Storytime
Tue, Jan 27, 10:00am - 10:30am
Essex Branch
A 30 minute program for children 5 and under with a caregiver.
Music and Movement
Tue, Jan 27, 10:00am - 10:30am
Kingsville - Highline Branch
A 30 minute program for children 19 months to 5 years of age with a caregiver.
Family Literacy Day in Harrow!
Tue, Jan 27, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Harrow Branch
Drop-in and see what activities are set-up in the library for Family Literacy Day!
Toddlertime
Tue, Jan 27, 10:00am - 10:30am
LaSalle - Bill Varga Branch
A 30 minute program for toddlers (19-36 months) and their caregivers.
Family Storytime
Tue, Jan 27, 10:30am - 11:00am
Stoney Point Branch
A 30 minute program for children 5 and under with a caregiver.
Family Storytime
Tue, Jan 27, 10:30am - 11:00am
Harrow Branch
A 30 minute program for children 5 and under with a caregiver.
Family Storytime
Tue, Jan 27, 10:30am - 11:00am
Woodslee - Libro Centre Branch
A 30 minute program for children 5 and under with a caregiver.
ESL Conversation Group
Tue, Jan 27, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Tecumseh - Cada Branch
Are you a new English language speaker? Join us to practice!
Craft, Colour and Chat
Tue, Jan 27, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Harrow Branch
Join us for a weekly crafting circle at the Harrow Library.
Scrabble Club
Tue, Jan 27, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Stoney Point Branch
Join us for fun, friendly Scrabble games each week. For all ages. Registration required.
Loom Knitting
Tue, Jan 27, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Leamington Branch
Learn the basics of loom knitting and create something cozy to take home. For kids 8-12.
LEGO Stamping: Making Art with Bricks!
Tue, Jan 27, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Lakeshore - Toldo Branch
Celebrate International LEGO Day at the Lakeshore library! Join us as we explore using LEGO bricks to make art. For ages 6 and up.
This event is full
Adult Book Club
Tue, Jan 27, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
LaSalle - Bill Varga Branch
This month's selection is Those we thought we Knew by David Joy. Registration required.
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