Virtual Reality Game Day

Colouring Me Reading - an emergent reader program

Tue, Aug 11, 10:00am - 5:00pm

Ruthven Branch

Ages 3+. August 11 - 15.

Tue, Aug 11, 10:00am - 10:45am

Tecumseh - Cada Branch

Bring stories to life one crayone at a time with these sessions for emergent readers. We'll practice early literacy skills with stoires and colouring activities. Ages: 3-7. Registration required.

Registration is now closed

Build with KAPLA Planks

Tue, Aug 11, 10:00am - 5:00pm

Woodslee - Libro Centre Branch

Ages 2+. Drop in Aug 11-15.

Build a Bear

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

Leamington Branch

Bear stories and craft. For ages 4-6.

Hungry for Summer Stories.....and SLOP!

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

Harrow Branch

For ages 5+. Registration required.

Save the Mermaids! - An Ice Excavation Challenge

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

Ruthven Branch

Help melt the ice and save the mermaids! For ages 3 and up. Registration required.

Cancelled

ESL Conversation Group

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

Tecumseh - Cada Branch

Are you a new English language speaker? Join us to practice!

Adult Book Club

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

Lakeshore - Toldo Branch

This month's selection is Restaurant Kid by Rachel Phan. Registration required.

ConnectMyHealth - Access Your Health Records

Tue, Aug 11, 2:15pm - 5:00pm

Ruthven Branch

A Community Partner Program. For Adults. No registration required.

Painting Pizzazz: Galaxy Painting! for 5 & up

Tue, Aug 11, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Lakeshore - Toldo Branch

Join us for out-of-this-world painting!

This event is full

Beautiful Bookends

Tue, Aug 11, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Leamington Branch

Come and help us decorate our library! Registration required.

Cancelled

The Bad Seed Goes to the Library

Tue, Aug 11, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Kingsville - Highline Branch

Learn the food groups with a story, games and a craft. Ages 5-10.

Children's Author Visit and Reading: Mena Rimac

Wed, Aug 12, 9:30am - 10:00am

Amherstburg Branch

A 30 minute program for children 5 and under with a caregiver. Registration is required.

Summer Family Storytime

Wed, Aug 12, 10:00am - 10:30am

Lakeshore - Toldo Branch

A 30 minute program for children 5 and under with a caregiver.

This event is full

Summer Family Storytime

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

LaSalle - Bill Varga Branch

A 30 minute program for children up to 5 years of age with a caregiver. Register for EACH storytime separately.

This event is full

Wed, Aug 12, 11:00am - 11:30am

LaSalle - Bill Varga Branch

A Community Partner Program. For children and families. Registration required.

Wed, Aug 12, 12:00pm - 8:00pm

Cottam Branch

Ages 2+. August 10 - 15.

Wed, Aug 12, 12:00pm - 8:00pm

Cottam Branch

Drop-in program for kids and families.

Wed, Aug 12, 12:00pm - 8:00pm

McGregor Branch

Drop-in program. No registration required. Ages 5+. August 10-15.

Bubbles and Chalk Family Fun

Wed, Aug 12, 1:00pm - 1:30pm

Comber Branch

Sign up with your family or friends and put your puzzle-solving skills to the test! Work together to crack the code and escape the Secret Study in just 30 minutes.

This event is full

Wed, Aug 12, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

McGregor Branch

Join us for some fun with bubbles and sidewalk chalk! This program will take place outdoors. Registration required. Ages 4 and up.

Movie Watch Party for Teens/Adults!: The Librarian #2

Wed, Aug 12, 2:00pm - 2:30pm

Comber Branch

Sign up with your family or friends and put your puzzle-solving skills to the test! Work together to crack the code and escape the Secret Study in just 30 minutes.

This event is full

Tecumseh Chess Night

Wed, Aug 12, 4:00pm - 7:00pm

Tecumseh - Cada Branch

Come join us for an evening of chess! Board games are also available to play. All ages welcome. Registration required.

Wed, Aug 12, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Kingsville - Highline Branch

This movie is made available by Kanopy. For Teens/Adults. Registration not required. Free!!!!! Popcorn and a drink are included!

Wed, Aug 12, 5:00pm - 5:30pm

Comber Branch

Sign up with your family or friends and put your puzzle-solving skills to the test! Work together to crack the code and escape the Secret Study in just 30 minutes.

This event is full

LEGO® Club

Wed, Aug 12, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Essex Branch

Come explore LEGOs at the Library!

Learn Public Speaking Skills with Erie Shores Toastmasters

Wed, Aug 12, 6:00pm - 6:30pm

Comber Branch

Sign up with your family or friends and put your puzzle-solving skills to the test! Work together to crack the code and escape the Secret Study in just 30 minutes.

This event is full

Wed, Aug 12, 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.

Wed, Aug 12, 7:00pm - 7:30pm

Comber Branch

Sign up with your family or friends and put your puzzle-solving skills to the test! Work together to crack the code and escape the Secret Study in just 30 minutes.

This event is full

Dragons and Unicorns Unite!

Thu, Aug 13, 10:00am - 10:30am

Kingsville - Highline Branch

A 30 minute program for children 5 and under with a caregiver.

This event is full

Summer Storytime!

Thu, Aug 13, 10:00am - 10:30am

Tecumseh - Cada Branch

A 30 minute storytime program for ages 0-5. Registration required.

Thu, Aug 13, 11:00am - 11:45am

LaSalle - Bill Varga Branch

Ages 4-6. Registration required.

Thu, Aug 13, 12:00pm - 8:00pm

Ruthven Branch

Ages 3+. August 11 - 15.

Afternoon Adult Book Club

Thu, Aug 13, 12:00pm - 8:00pm

Ruthven Branch

Drop-in program for kids and families.

Build with KAPLA Planks

Thu, Aug 13, 12:00pm - 8:00pm

Woodslee - Libro Centre Branch

Ages 2+. Drop in Aug 11-15.

Thu, Aug 13, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Essex Branch

A monthly meeting to discuss books. Adult program, no registration required.

Bubbles and Chalk Family Fun

Thu, Aug 13, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Woodslee - Libro Centre Branch

Join us for some fun with bubbles and sidewalk chalk! This program will take place outdoors. Registration required. Ages 4 and up.

Crafting and Conversation

Thu, Aug 13, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Harrow Branch

Create and build with Lego®! All ages.

Analog Summer Club

Thu, Aug 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Leamington Branch

Doom scrolling is out. This summer, join us at the Leamington Library every Thursday afternoon to try out new analog hobbies that will having you ditching your screens. Registration Required.

Decorate a fairy house

Thu, Aug 13, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Essex Branch

Decorate your own fairy house. Family program. Please register every member that will be creating a fairy house online or at the library.

This event is full

Loop of Friendship

Thu, Aug 13, 6:00pm - 7:45pm

Leamington Branch

All skill levels welcome.

Summer Bedtime For Bears

Thu, Aug 13, 6:00pm - 6:30pm

Tecumseh - Cada Branch

A 30 minute storytime program for ages 0-5. Registration required.

Dragon Egg Craft

Thu, Aug 13, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Lakeshore - Toldo Branch

Craft magical dragon eggs! Ages 6-12. Registration required.

This event is full

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

Woodslee - Libro Centre Branch

Join us for a once a week crafting circle at the Woodslee Library.

Adult Craft - DIY Trinket Bowls

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

LaSalle - Bill Varga Branch

Join us to create charming, personalized fabric trinket bowls using simple decoupage techniques.

Storytime at the Park

Fri, Aug 14, 10:00am - 10:30am

Essex Branch

A 30 minute program for children 5 and under with a caregiver.

Friday Crafternoon! - Make A Paper Squishie

Fri, Aug 14, 10:00am - 4:00pm

Tecumseh - Cada Branch

Come in to the library and make a paper squishie! For all ages. No Registration required.

Tecumseh Book Swap!

Fri, Aug 14, 10:00am - 4:00pm

Tecumseh - Cada Branch

Bring in some well-loved books to the Tecumseh branch throughout July and August, and exchange them for new ones the weekend of August 14th and 15th.

Write On Drop-Ins

Fri, Aug 14, 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

Sat, Aug 15, 9:00am - 12:00pm

Ruthven Branch

Ages 3+. August 11 - 15.

Build with KAPLA Planks

Sat, Aug 15, 9:00am - 12:00pm

Woodslee - Libro Centre Branch

Ages 2+. Drop in Aug 11-15.

Tecumseh Book Swap!

Sat, Aug 15, 10:00am - 4:00pm

Tecumseh - Cada Branch

Bring in some well-loved books to the Tecumseh branch throughout July and August, and exchange them for new ones the weekend of August 14th and 15th.

End of Summer Fun Fest

Sat, Aug 15, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Kingsville - Highline Branch

Celebrate then end of summer and get ready to go back to school. Registration required. Ages 5 and up with a caregiver.

Sat, Aug 15, 1:00pm - 4:00pm

Cottam Branch

Ages 2+. August 10 - 15.

Drop-In Craft: Make your own Warhol mastepiece!

Sat, Aug 15, 1:00pm - 4:00pm

McGregor Branch

Drop-in program. No registration required. Ages 5+. August 10-15.

Sat, Aug 15, 1:00pm - 4:00pm

Leamington Branch

Have fun using your imagination to make your own classic artwork! Kids age 6 & up!

Saturday S.T.E.M. Drop-In

Sat, Aug 15, 2:00pm - 2:30pm

Comber Branch

Sign up with your family or friends and put your puzzle-solving skills to the test! Work together to crack the code and escape the Secret Study in just 30 minutes.

This event is full

Sat, Aug 15, 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.

Scavenger Hunt! Powered by Pizza! All week!

Sat, Aug 15, 3:00pm - 3:30pm

Comber Branch

Sign up with your family or friends and put your puzzle-solving skills to the test! Work together to crack the code and escape the Secret Study in just 30 minutes.

Mon, Aug 17, All day

Lakeshore - Toldo Branch

Find all the pizza in the Lakeshore Library!

Camping Scavenger Hunt

Mon, Aug 17, All day

LaSalle - Bill Varga Branch

S'more fun awaits in the stacks. Grab a scavenger hunt sheet and start your trek! Drop in from August 17th - 31st.

Salt Painting: Fireworks!

Mon, Aug 17, 9:30am - 11:00am

Leamington Branch

We're ending the summer with a bang! Come create your own 3D artwork to take home. For kids aged 5 to 10.

Drop-In Summer Craft - Butterflies

Mon, Aug 17, 10:00am - 5:00pm

Cottam Branch

Ages 3+. August 17 - 22.

Mon, Aug 17, 10:00am - 4:00pm

Tecumseh - Cada Branch

Drop in this week to make a craft at the library! Runs all week long, while supplies last! All ages, no registration required.

Mon, Aug 17, 10:30am - 11:00am

Cottam Branch

For families with young children.

Outdoor Family Storytime

Mon, Aug 17, 10:30am - 11:00am

McGregor Branch

For families with young children. Registration required.

Mon, Aug 17, 11:30am - 12:20pm

McGregor Branch

Bowser has stolen Princess Peach's crown! Can your team help her find it? Ages 7 and up. Registration required.

This event is full

Mon, Aug 17, 12:00pm - 12:30pm

Kingsville - Highline Branch

If you need personalized help, use our Device Advice service!

Mon, Aug 17, 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, Aug 17, 12:30pm - 1:20pm

McGregor Branch

Bowser has stolen Princess Peach's crown! Can your team help her find it? Ages 7 and up. Registration required.

This event is full

Twisted Stitchers

Mon, Aug 17, 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.

LaSalle Scrabble Club

Mon, Aug 17, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

LaSalle - Bill Varga Branch

All ages and skill levels are welcome!

Mon, Aug 17, 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.

Mon, Aug 17, 1:00pm - 1:30pm

Kingsville - Highline Branch

If you need personalized help, use our Device Advice service!

Mon, Aug 17, 1:30pm - 2:00pm

Kingsville - Highline Branch

If you need personalized help, use our Device Advice service!

Mon, Aug 17, 2:00pm - 2:50pm

McGregor Branch

Bowser has stolen Princess Peach's crown! Can your team help her find it? Ages 7 and up. Registration required.

This event is full

Mon, Aug 17, 3:00pm - 3:50pm

McGregor Branch

Bowser has stolen Princess Peach's crown! Can your team help her find it? Ages 7 and up. Registration required.

This event is full

Dungeons and Dragons Club

Mon, Aug 17, 4:00pm - 4:50pm

McGregor Branch

Bowser has stolen Princess Peach's crown! Can your team help her find it? Ages 7 and up. Registration required.

This event is full

Mon, Aug 17, 6:00pm - 7:45pm

LaSalle - Bill Varga Branch

Play an introductory game of Dungeons and Dragons. Ages 10-15 Registration Required

This event is full

Tue, Aug 18, 10:00am - 5:00pm

Ruthven Branch

Ages 2+. August 18-22.

Summer Storytime!

Tue, Aug 18, 10:00am - 10:30am

Tecumseh - Cada Branch

A 30 minute storytime program for ages 0-5. Registration required.

Tue, Aug 18, 10:00am - 5:00pm

Woodslee - Libro Centre Branch

Drop-in program. No registration required. Ages 5+. August 18-22.

Welcome to Seussville!

Tue, Aug 18, 10:30am - 11:30am

Leamington Branch

Oh the places you'll go! Ages: 4-6

Family Storytime - Summer Edition!

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

Ruthven Branch

For families with young children.

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

Harrow Branch

A 30 minute program for children 5 and under with a caregiver. REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED.

Cancelled

ESL Conversation Group

Tue, Aug 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Tecumseh - Cada Branch

Are you a new English language speaker? Join us to practice!

Outdoor Family Storytime

Tue, Aug 18, 11:00am - 11:30am

Woodslee - Libro Centre Branch

For families with young children. Registration required.

Rescheduled

Leamington Adult Book Club

Tue, Aug 18, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

New date Wednesday, August 19, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Leamington Branch

Registration is required.

Craft & Chatter

Tue, Aug 18, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Ruthven Branch

For adults. Register or drop in.

Adult Book Club

Tue, Aug 18, 2:15pm - 3:15pm

Woodslee - Libro Centre Branch

This month's selection is Orange Is the New Black by Piper Kerman. Registration required.

High School Prep

Tue, Aug 18, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Essex Branch

A Community Partner Program with the Essex Branch's Teen Advisory Group

Summer Bedtime For Bears

Tue, Aug 18, 6:00pm - 6:30pm

Tecumseh - Cada Branch

A 30 minute storytime program for ages 0-5. Registration required.

Out of this World Space Crafts

Wed, Aug 19, 10:30am - 11:30am

Essex Branch

For ages 4-7. Registration required.

Wed, Aug 19, 12:00pm - 8:00pm

Cottam Branch

Ages 3+. August 17 - 22.

Wed, Aug 19, 12:30pm - 1:20pm

McGregor Branch

Bowser has stolen Princess Peach's crown! Can your team help her find it? Ages 7 and up. Registration required.

Adult Book Club

Wed, Aug 19, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

McGregor Branch

This month's selection is Marcelo in the Real World by Francisco X. Stork. Registration required.

Leamington Adult Book Club

Wed, Aug 19, 1:30pm - 2:20pm

McGregor Branch

Bowser has stolen Princess Peach's crown! Can your team help her find it? Ages 7 and up. Registration required.

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

Leamington Branch

Registration is required.

LEGO® Summer Adventures Program for All Ages

Wed, Aug 19, 2:30pm - 3:20pm

McGregor Branch

Bowser has stolen Princess Peach's crown! Can your team help her find it? Ages 7 and up. Registration required.

Wed, Aug 19, 3:30pm - 7:00pm

Kingsville - Highline Branch

For all ages. No registration required.

Tecumseh Game Night

Wed, Aug 19, 4:00pm - 7:00pm

Tecumseh - Cada Branch

Come by the library and play some Nintendo Switch games! All ages welcome. No registration required.

Movie for Teens/Adults!- The Librarian: #3

Wed, Aug 19, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Kingsville - Highline Branch

This movie is made available by Kanopy. For Teens/Adults. Registration not required. Free!!! Popcorn and a drink are included!

Wed, Aug 19, 4:00pm - 4:50pm

McGregor Branch

Bowser has stolen Princess Peach's crown! Can your team help her find it? Ages 7 and up. Registration required.

End of Summer Craftapalooza

Wed, Aug 19, 5:00pm - 5:50pm

McGregor Branch

Bowser has stolen Princess Peach's crown! Can your team help her find it? Ages 7 and up. Registration required.

Cancelled

Crafting Hive

Wed, Aug 19, 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.

Wed, Aug 19, 6:00pm - 7:45pm

Harrow Branch

For all ages. No Registration Required.

Wed, Aug 19, 6:00pm - 6:50pm

McGregor Branch

Bowser has stolen Princess Peach's crown! Can your team help her find it? Ages 7 and up. Registration required.

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

Comber Branch

Create and build with Lego®! Ages: 5-14. Registration required.

Wed, Aug 19, 7:00pm - 7:50pm

McGregor Branch

Bowser has stolen Princess Peach's crown! Can your team help her find it? Ages 7 and up. Registration required.

This event is full

Thu, Aug 20, 10:00am - 10:30am

Kingsville - Highline Branch

A 30 minute program for children 5 and under with a caregiver.

This event is full

Thu, Aug 20, 12:00pm - 8:00pm

Ruthven Branch

Ages 2+. August 18-22.

LEGO® Summer Adventure Program for Adults

Thu, Aug 20, 12:00pm - 8:00pm

Woodslee - Libro Centre Branch

Drop-in program. No registration required. Ages 5+. August 18-22.

Device Advice

Thu, Aug 20, 12:30pm - 1:00pm

Amherstburg Branch

Book a session to get some advice and tips for your tech devices.

Device Advice

Thu, Aug 20, 1:00pm - 1:30pm

Amherstburg Branch

Book a session to get some advice and tips for your tech devices.

Family Book Bingo

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

Essex Branch

For ages 4-10. Registration required.

Thu, Aug 20, 3:30pm - 7:00pm

Kingsville - Highline Branch

For ages 16+. No Registration Required.

Crafting and Conversation

Thu, Aug 20, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Harrow Branch

Create and build with Lego®! All ages.

Loop of Friendship

Thu, Aug 20, 6:00pm - 7:45pm

Leamington Branch

All skill levels welcome.

Crafty Chat Drop-In

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

LaSalle - Bill Varga Branch

A drop-in social circle for makers of all kinds. Bring your needles, brushes, or pencils—we provide the space and the company!

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

Woodslee - Libro Centre Branch

Join us for a once a week crafting circle at the Woodslee Library.

Genre Specific Adult Book Club

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

Tecumseh - Cada Branch

This month's selection is Fantasy! Registration required.

Friday Crafternoon! - DIY Jenga Part 2~!

Fri, Aug 21, 9:30am - 10:30am

Essex Branch

Sign-up online or at the library for a 1-hour time slot to use our Meta Quest S3 VR Headset. All ages are welcome to try.

Fri, Aug 21, 10:00am - 4:00pm

Tecumseh - Cada Branch

Design and assemble your own caterpillar. For all ages. No Registration required.

The Miracle of Monarchs

Fri, Aug 21, 10:00am - 4:00pm

Kingsville - Highline Branch

A Community Partner Program. No registration required. All ages welcome.

Fri, Aug 21, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Essex Branch

Sign-up online or at the library for a 1-hour time slot to use our Meta Quest S3 VR Headset. All ages are welcome to try.

This event is full

Write On Drop-Ins

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

Kingsville - Highline Branch

Fri, Aug 21, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Essex Branch

Sign-up online or at the library for a 1-hour time slot to use our Meta Quest S3 VR Headset. All ages are welcome to try.

This event is full