Summer Programs for Children and Teens at the Libraries
TD Summer Reading Club:
On your mark, get set, GO! Join the Club this summer and journey to places, ideas,
tastes, sounds, stories, and characters never experienced before! Sometimes hairraising. Sometimes awesome. Sometimes just plain wacky, but never boring. Go it alone
or bring a friend. With the free TD Summer Reading Club, you, your family, and your
friends can go anywhere and do anything! Register for this adventure by visiting your
local library and receive your travel kit which includes a passport and activity book. Also
check out the Library’s website at http://www.mississauga.ca/summerreadingclub. Join
the fun and attend weekly programs at your Library where there will be crafts, games,
and activities. GO! for it starting Tuesday, July 2, 2013 @ your local Mississauga
library.
NOTE TO PARENTS:
Research indicates that library summer reading programs contribute to increased
reading and increased reading enjoyment. Children who participate in summer reading
programs improve or at least maintain their reading levels over the summer months.
Teachers have reported that a higher percentage of summer reading participants
(versus non-participating students) performed at or above grade level in: word
recognition, reading, vocabulary and reading comprehension.
Drop in Programs
Storytimes feature stories, songs, and rhymes for children and their caregivers.
Programs run at various times for various age groups throughout the summer. All drop
in programs are free, and filled on a first-come, first-served basis. Please be advised
that space is limited at all these programs. Check with your local library regarding
specific program details.
Registered Programs
Ticket sales and registration begins at all locations starting Saturday, June 8, 2013.
For professional performances, children under five years of age must be accompanied
by a paying adult; admission for infants is free. Please note that parents are responsible
for their children’s supervision at all times in the Library. Where applicable, PLEASE
REGISTER EARLY as space is limited in all programs. Registration fees are nonrefundable. Library programs are for everyone – if a participant requires personal
support in order to participate, a support person will be admitted into the program at
no charge.
Ready, Set, Read! Summer Reading Program
The Library, with its partner the Dufferin Peel Catholic District School Board, offers a six
week program for children in Grades 1-3 and their parents /caregivers. The program is
free and registration is required. The Ready, Set, Read Program:
• continues to sustain children’s reading development over the summer months
by providing access to quality authentic literature at students’ independent
levels
• provides a structure for student reading, application of reading comprehension
strategies and response activities
• models and demonstrates quality read aloud sessions by certified teachers
• facilitates parent support through the Parent Tool Kits and participation in the
Read Aloud sessions
Ready, Set, Read! Summer Reading Club
Grades 1, 2, 3
Library Locations
Mississauga Library Locations – starting week of July 1
Burnhamthorpe
Central Children’s
Churchill Meadows
Clarkson
Cooksville
Courtneypark
Erin Meadows
Frank McKechnie
Lakeview
Malton
Meadowvale
Mississauga Valley
Port Credit
Sheridan
South Common
Streetsville
Woodlands
Tuesdays, 10:00 am – 11:00 am, July 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, Aug. 6
Tuesdays, 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm, July 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, Aug. 6
Wednesdays, 10:00 am – 11:00 am, July 3, 10, 17, 24, 31, Aug. 7
Thursdays, 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm, July 4, 11, 18, 25, Aug. 1, 8
Thursdays, 10:00 am – 11:00 am, July 4, 11, 18, 25, Aug. 1, 8
Tuesdays, 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm, July 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, Aug. 6
Tuesdays, 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm, July 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, Aug. 6
Mondays, 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm, July 8, 15, 22, 29, Aug 12, 19
Fridays, 10:00 am – 11:00 am, July 5, 12, 19, 26, Aug. 2, 9
Thursdays, 10:00 am – 11:00 am, July 4, 11, 18, 25, Aug. 1, 8
Tuesdays, 10:00 am – 11:00 am, July 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, Aug. 6
Fridays, 10:00 am – 11:00 am, July 5, 12, 19, 26, Aug. 2, 9
Wednesdays, 10:30 am – 11:30 am, July 3, 10, 17, 24, 31, Aug. 7
Wednesdays, 11:00 am – 12:00 pm, July 3, 10, 17, 24, 31, Aug. 7
Tuesdays, 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm, July 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, Aug. 6
Wednesdays, 10:30 am – 11:30 am, July 3, 10, 17, 24, 31, Aug. 7
Wednesdays, 10:00 am – 11:00 am, July 3, 10, 17, 24, 31, Aug. 7
Burnhamthorpe Library
905-615-4635
Drop in Programs
Mondays
July 8, 15, 22, 29
Monday Movie Madness – GO!
Come enjoy a TD Summer Reading Club themed movie brought to you by our Teen
Advisory Group.
11 am
All ages
Free
Tuesdays
July 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, August 6
Drop in Chess Club
Join us for an afternoon of playing chess. All ages and experience levels welcome!
Brought to you by our Teen Advisory Group
2 – 3:30 pm
All ages
Free
Fridays
July 5, 12, 19, 26, August 2, 9
“Rise & Shine” Drop in Family Storytime
Start your day with some toe-tapping and hand-clapping fun! Rise and shine with
stories, songs and rhymes!
10:30 – 11 am
All ages
Free
Registered Programs
July 3
Travel and Amazing Race Magic Show
Children's entertainer Silly Miss Tilly leads children on an amazing race around the
world.
2 – 3 pm
Ages: 4Y+
$3
July 4
Bugology Workshop
An interactive, hands-on workshop about the importance of insects in our world
2 – 3 pm
Ages: 4Y+
$4
July 10
Explore Near and Far
Explore near and far using a variety of transportation types. Includes stories, songs and
rhymes plus a simple activity, caregiver participation is required.
2 – 2:45 pm
Ages: 2Y – 5Y Free
July 11
Incredi-Brent: Magic & Comedy Show
with Brent Nicholls
Travel around the world and through time without ever having to leave the library
with this funny, interactive magic show!
11 am – Noon
Ages: 4Y+
$3
July 17
Robin Hood and the Dragon
Join Applefun Puppetry for puppet show fun.
2 – 2:45 pm
Ages: 4Y+
$3
July 18
Travel BinGo
A special travel-themed game of Bingo
2 – 2:45 pm
Ages: 6Y+ $2
July 24
Build an Environment-Friendly Kite
A kite-building craft using recycled products
2 – 3 pm
Ages: 6Y+
$2
July 25
Creature Quest
Meet cool animals
2 – 3 pm
Ages: 4Y+
$3
July 31
Stories, Songs, and Rhymes on the GO!
Enjoy a variety of stories, songs and rhymes – includes caregivers.
10 – 10:45 am
Ages: 2Y – 5Y
Free
Central Library, Children’s Department
905-615-3500, ext. 3512
Drop in Programs
Mondays
July 8 – August 19
GO! Family Storytime
10-10:30 am
All ages
Free
July 8 – August 19
GO! To the movies Monday
2-4 pm
All ages
Free
Tuesdays
July 2 – August 20
Go, Baby, Go Storytime
10-10:30 am
Ages: Birth-18M
Free
Wednesdays
July 3 – August 21
GO!
2-3 pm
Ages: 6Y+
Free
Thursdays
July 4 – August 22
GO! Celebrate in the Square Storytime
10-10:30 am
All ages
Free
July 4 – August 22
GO! to Sleepytown Storytime
7-7:30 pm
All ages
Free
Fridays
July 5 – August 23
GO! Wild with Lego
10-11 am
Ages 5Y+
Free
Registered Programs
July 2
The Amazing Robert Presswood: Magic and Comedy Show
2-2:45 pm
All ages
$3
July 4
Puppet Show: Hansel and Gretel
2-2:45 pm
All ages
$2
July 9
Mystic Drumz: The Road to JelloTown
2-2:45 pm
All ages
$3
July 11
Brent Nicholls: The Magic and Comedy of Incredi-Brent
2-2:45 pm
Ages: 3Y+ $3
July 16
The Magic of Roberto
2-2:45 pm
Ages: 3Y+ $3
Concurrent Family Workshops
How to talk so Kids will Listen
How to talk so Parents (and Others) Will Listen
Parent participation is required.
6:30-8:30pm
Ages: 7Y-9Y Free
July 18
Mad Science: Up, Up, and Away!
2-2:45 pm
Ages: 5Y+
$3
July 22
Family Literacy Program: Snapshot Stories
Bring in photographs and create a memory book with your child.
Parent participation required
6:30-7:30 pm
Ages: 3Y-8Y Free,
July 23
Applefun Puppetry: Jungle Trek
2-2:45 pm
Ages: 3Y+ $3
July 25
Music with Brian: Get Up & Dance
2-2:45 pm
All ages $3
July 30
Creature Quest
Meet cool animals
2-2:45 pm
Ages: 4Y+ $3
August 1
Fun with Yoga
Participants are encouraged to bring a yoga mat if possible.
2-2:45 pm
Ages: 6Y-10Y $3
August 15
Puppet Show: The Paper Bag Princess
2-2:45 pm
All ages
$2
Wednesdays
July 3 – August 21
Reading Buddies
6-7 pm or 7-8 pm
Grades 1-3 Free
Central Library, Readers’ Den
905-615-3500, ext. 3544
Books and Coffee – Teen Book Club
Discuss books over coffee and tea, listen to some great music, and meet new people.
Ground Floor Program Room
Mondays, June 24, July 29, August 26
7-8 pm
Ages: 12Y – 19Y
No registration is required. Monthly book club picks are available at
the Readers’ Den Information Desk. For more details, call 905-615-3544.
Teen Summer Reading Bingo Challenge!
Play the library bingo game this summer and win prizes! Pick up your bingo card from
Readers’ Den Department. Score horizontally, vertically and diagonally. Fill in a book
review for the books you’ve read and submit your card to receive your prize.
July 2 – August 31
For more information, call 905-615-2000, ext. 3544
July 4
Teen First Responder: First Aid and CPR
Meeting Room CL2
9 am – 5pm
Ages: 14Y-18Y Fee: $60, call 905-568-1905 to register.
July 8
Sign Language Class
Learn about Deaf Culture and practice the American Sign Language alphabet and signs.
2 – 4:00 pm
Ground Floor Program Room
Ages: 12Y-19Y Free, space is limited. Tickets can be picked up at the Readers’ Den
Information Desk from June 15. For more information, please call 905-615-3200, ext.
3544
July 11
Babysitter First Aid course
Meeting Room CL2
9am – 5 pm
Ages: 14Y-18Y
Fee: $45, call 905-568-1905 to register.
July 15
Spa Day
Discover more about esthetics as a career path or a hobby.
10 am – 2 pm
Central Library, Glass Pavilion
Ages: 14Y-19Y
Free, space is limited. Tickets can be picked up at the Readers’ Den
Information Desk from June 15. For more information, call 905-615-3200, ext. 3544.
August 1
Create your own vegetable garden
Learn the tricks to create your own vegetable garden for your backyard, patio or
balcony.
2– 4 pm
Ground Floor Program Room
Ages: 12Y-19Y
Free, space is limited. Tickets can be picked up at the Readers’ Den
Information Desk from June 15. For more information, call 905-615-3200, ext. 3544.
Teen Do-It-Yourself Summer Workshops
DIY programs including Paper Art, Steampunk Workshop, How to create your own
Podcast, T-Shirt Upcycle, Knitting – Basics and beyond and much more.
Wednesdays,
July 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 and August 7
2 – 4 pm
All programs will be held in the Ground Floor Program Room
Ages: 12Y-19Y Free, space is limited. Tickets can be picked up at the Readers’ Den
Information Desk from June 15. For more information, call 905-615-3200, ext. 3544.
Friday Game Days
Fridays
July 5, 12, 19, 27, August 2, 9, 16, 23
2 – 4 pm
Ground Floor Program Room
Drop in gaming programs all summer. Play Wii, Playstation 3, and an assortment of
board games and card games. Game Days are hosted by members of Central Library’s
Teen Advisory Group.
Board Games, Card Games, Chess Games. Oh My!
Saturdays
July 6, 13, 20, 27, August 3, 10, 17, 24, 31
1– 4:30 pm
Youth Fiction Area
Drop by to play an assortment of board games, including Risk, Monopoly, Clue, Ticket to
Ride, Settlers of Catan and more.
Churchill Meadows Library
905-615-4735
Drop in Programs
Mondays
July 8, 15, 22, 29
Family Storytime
2 – 2:30 pm
All ages
Free
Tuesdays
July 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
GO!
2– 2:45 pm
Ages: 6Y+
Free
Registered Programs
Monday
July 22
African Drumming Workshop
by Akwaba Cultural Exchange
Noon – 1 pm
Ages: 5Y – 12Y
$3
Wednesdays
July 3
Become a Radical Recycler with EcoSource
Through games, books, and hands-on activities explore ways to create a clean and
healthy community. Adult accompaniment and registration is required.
2- 2:45 pm
Ages: 6Y+
Free
July 10
Arm’s Length Puppets: The Spider Prince
2 - 2:45pm
Ages: 5Y+
$4
July 17
Responsible Pet Care
Learning and fun with Animal Services Officers.
2 - 2:45 pm
Ages: 6Y+
Free
July 24
Birds of Prey – Hunters by Nature
with Mountsberg Raptor Centre
2- 3 pm
All ages
$5
July 31
Garden Fun
2- 3 pm
Ages: 7Y+
$2
Thursdays
July 4
Crafty Hands
2 – 2:45 pm
Ages: 7Y+
$2
July 11
Tween Gaming
2 - 4 pm
Ages: 12Y+
Free
July 25
Magazine Mosaic
2– 2:45 pm
Ages: 6Y+
$2
Teen Zone – Programs for Teens
Tuesdays
July 9, August 13
Book Club
7- 8 pm
Ages: 13Y+ Free
Thursday
July 18
Candy Sushi
2 – 3:30 pm
Ages: 13Y+
$3
Clarkson Library
905-615-4840
Drop in Programs
Thursdays
July 4, 11, 18, 25, August 1
GO!
2 – 3 pm
Ages: 6Y+
Free
Fridays
July 5- August 23
Family Storytime in the Park
2 – 2:30 pm
All ages
Free
Registered Programs
Tuesdays
July 2
Craft Time @ Clarkson
2 – 3 pm
Ages: 6Y+
$2
July 9
Be Creative: Block Printing Basics
Local artist Eleonora Gattesco Roberts presents art workshop. Supplies included.
Remember to dress accordingly.
2-3 pm
Ages: 7Y-12Y
$3
July 16
Craft Time @ Clarkson
2 – 3 pm
Ages: 6Y+
$2
July 23, 30, August 6
Summer Garden Family Program
Sponsored by EcoSource
1 – 5 pm
All ages
Free
August 20
Be Creative: Amazing Mosaics
Local artist Eleonora Gattesco Roberts presents art workshop. Supplies included.
Remember to dress accordingly.
2 – 3 pm
Ages: 7Y-12Y $3
Cooksville Library
905-615-4855
Drop in Programs
Tuesdays
July 2, 9, 16, 23
GO!
Travel to different places in an hour of books, games, and fun.
2:30-3:30 pm
Ages: 6Y+
Free
July 2, 9, 16, 23
“Midday Merriment” Drop in Family Storytime
Join us for afternoon antics in a storytime that emphasizes fun with stories, songs, and
rhymes. Parents and caregivers are encouraged to participate.
2:45-3:15 pm
Ages: All ages
Free
Wednesdays
July 3, 10, 17, 24
Yes, Wii Can
Join with other kids to play Wii Sports. Practice teamwork and sportsmanship in a safe,
learning environment.
2-3 pm
Ages: 6Y +
Free
Teen Zone – Programs for Teens
Wednesdays
July 3, 10, 17, 24
Yes, Wii Can!! Teen Time
Join with other teens to play Wii Sports. Practice teamwork and sportsmanship in a safe,
learning environment.
3-4 pm
Free
Courtneypark Library
905-615-4745
Drop in Programs
Tuesdays
July 2 – August 6
GO!
2-3 pm
Ages: 6Y-12Y
Free
Wednesdays
July 3-31
Drop in Family Storytime
7-7:30 pm
All ages
Free
July 16
Foods to Go! with Dietician Amanda Li
Learn about healthy and tasty snack options when time is not on your side!
3:30-4:30 pm
All ages
Free
Mondays
July 22
Family Literacy Program: Snapshot Stories
Come and create a memory book with your child with the help of an early literacy
specialist. Parents are encouraged to bring in photographs or pictures of special
significance. Adult accompaniment required – 2 children per adult maximum.
2-3 pm
Ages: 3Y-8Y Free
August 12
Storytime with Yelena the Tooth Fairy
Noon-12:30 p.m.
All ages
Free
Thursday
August 14
Teddy Bears Picnic
Bring your favorite teddy bear or stuffie and join us for an afternoon of stories and
crafts.
2-2:45 pm
All ages
Free
Registered Programs
July 4
Mystic Drumz presents “The Legend of Marshmallow Island”
Musical adventure to find Marshmallow Island and meet the hilarious characters
2-2:45 pm
All ages
$3
July 5
Making Beading Buddies
2-2:45 pm
Ages: 7Y-12Y
$2
July 8
Courtneypark Players Puppet Show
2-2:45 pm
All ages
$2
July 11
David Fox Music
Fun and interactive the audience becomes the band, using a variety of percussion
instruments and colourful puppets.
2-3 pm
All ages
$3
July 18
Operation: Code Breakers
Learn about different codes and ciphers and try your hand at making some of your own.
2-2:45 pm
Ages: 8Y-12Y
$2
July 19
Origami Ninja
2-2:45 pm
Ages: 8Y-12Y $2
July 26
Soaring with Paper Airplanes
2-2:45 pm
Ages: 7Y-12Y $2
July 31
Travel & Amazing Race Magic Show
Join Miss Tilly for a comedy magic show that will lead children on an imaginary trip
around the world.
2-2:45 pm
Ages: 4Y+
$3
August 1
Hooray for Henna!
2-3:30 pm
Ages: 8Y-16Y $2
August 8
Draw Fantasy Animals
11am- Noon
Ages: 8Y-12Y $2
Draw Your Fashion Creations
2-3 pm
Ages: 8Y-12Y $2
August 15
Summer “Beading” Club
2-3 pm
Ages: 7Y-12 Y $2
Teen Zone - Programs for Teens
July 25
Steampunk Crafts
2-3:30 pm
Ages: 13Y-18Y
$2
August 2
Making Book Art
Using the pages of a book, learn to create poetry and design works of art.
1-2 pm
Ages: 13Y-18Y
$2
Erin Meadows Library
905-615-4750
Drop in Programs
Reading Buddies
Team up with a Big Buddy for reading practice. Read, play word games. Meet weekly for
one hour. Grades 1-3
Ages: 6Y – 8Y
Free
Mondays, July 9-August 26 10 am- Noon
Wednesdays, July 3-August 28 5-7 pm
Mondays
July 8 - July 29
GO!
2 – 3 pm
Ages: 7Y +
Free
Mandarin Family Storytime
July 8 - July 29
7 - 7:30 pm
All ages
Free
Tuesdays
July 2 - July 30
GO!
10:30 -11:30 am
Ages: 4Y - 6Y
Free
Wednesdays
July 3 - July 31
Knitting Circle
Learn to knit; improve skills; complete a project; share patterns, ideas and stories.
Please bring own needles, yarn and project ideas.
10:30 - 11:30 am
Ages: 6Y+
Free
Fridays
July 5 - August 2
Drop in Family Storytime
10:30 -11 am
All ages
Free
July 5, August 2
Gamer’s Galore
3 - 4 pm
Ages: 8Y +
Free
July 12, July 26
It’s Your Turn: Chess, GO and other strategy Board Games
3 - 4 pm
Ages: 8Y +
Free
Registered Programs
Wednesday
August 7
Crazy Science: fun experiments for kids
2 - 3 pm
Ages: 7Y -11Y
$2
Thursdays
July 4
Mini-Spelling Bee
Meet new friends! Practice your spelling! Take part in an exciting competition! For kids
in Grades 3-5
10:30 am – Noon
Ages: 8Y – 10Y
Free
Be Creative: Block Printing Basics
with local artist Eleonora Gattesco Roberts
2 – 3 pm
$3
Ages: 7Y-12Y
July 11
Traa-la-laaa! Captain Underpants is Back
Celebrate our favourite silly hero with sensational games and creative activities
10:30 - 11:30 am
Ages: 7Y-10Y
$2
Kitchen Chemistry: A Mad Science Workshop
Cooking is all about chemistry!
2 – 3 pm
Ages: 5Y-12Y
$5
Go Camping
A family oriented session geared towards people who have never camped before and
includes hands-on activities, demonstrations and presentations led by experienced
Ontario Parks staff.
6:30 - 8 pm
All ages
Free
July 18
Vegetable Art
Create fun animal shapes or things that GO. Each participant must bring 1 RAW
vegetable. 11 am - Noon
Ages: 8Y - 11Y
$2
Snapshot Stories
Create a memory book with your child. Parents are encouraged to bring in photographs
or pictures of special significance. This program for parents/caregivers and their children
is sponsored by the Early Literacy Specialists of Peel.
2 - 3 pm
Ages: 3Y - 8Y
Free
July 25
Incredi-Brent: Magic & Comedy Show
with Brent Nicholls
2- 3 pm
Ages: 4Y+
$3
August 1
Paws 4 Stories
Read to a special Mississauga Therapy Dog. Dogs provided by the St. John Ambulance
Therapy Dog Program. Read one-on-one. Bring a book of your choice or select from
library collection. Dogs accompanied by handlers at all times.
11 am – Noon
Ages: 6Y - 9Y
Free
Castlemoon Theatre
presents The Paperbag Princess, a puppetry workshop. Each child will create their own
dragon puppet to take home.
2 - 2:45 pm
Ages: 3Y - 6Y
$4
August 8
Cupcake Decorating
We supply the cupcakes and decorations, you bring the creativity.
7 – 8 pm
Ages: 10Y+
$2
Teen Zone – Programs for Teens
Wednesdays
July 3 - July 31
EnterTEENment
Join us to share favourite books, music and more. Find out what’s hot and what’s not.
3 - 4 pm
Ages: Teens
Free
Fridays
August 2
Art & Sound with OCAD
Spend an afternoon creating a work of art reusing waste materials
1 - 4 pm
Ages: Teens
Free
Frank McKechnie Library
905-615-4660
Drop in Programs
Mondays
July 8 - August 12
“Rise and Shine” Family Storytime
10:30 -11 am
All ages
Free
July 2
Board Games Alert
2 - 3 pm
Ages: 6Y +
Free
Wednesdays
July 3 – August 14
GO!
2 – 3 pm
Ages: 6Y+ Free
Registered Programs
Tuesdays
July 9
Wacky Science
See and Play with Science in a Fun Way
2 – 3 pm
Ages: 6Y- 10Y $2
July 16
Music with David Fox
Interactive program for the whole family -songs, stories, puppets and more!!!
2– 3 pm
All ages
$3
July 23
African Drumming Workshop
by Akwaba Cultural Exchange
2– 3 pm
Ages: 5Y- 12Y $3
July 30
2013 Travel & Amazing Race Magic Show
An imaginary trip around the world with unexpected traps and magic tricks
2 – 3 pm
Ages: 4Y+
$3
August 6
Race Day
Come build race tracks out of paper towel rolls. Bring your own cars or use ours and
race with your friends.
2 – 3 pm
Ages: 5Y+
$3
August 13
Family Literacy Program: Snapshot Stories
Create a memory book with your child. Bring in photos. Parents must be present for the
program.
2 – 3 pm
Ages: 3Y – 8Y Free
Lakeview Library
905-615-4805
Drop in Programs
Wednesdays
July 3-August 7
GO!
2-3 pm
Ages: 6Y+
Free
Thursdays
July 4-August 8
Storytime in the Park
Join us for stories under the sun.
2-2:30 pm
All ages
Free
Saturdays
July 6-August 10
Do-It-Yourself Craft Programs
Bring out your crafty side and enjoy a different do-it-yourself craft every week. Fun for
families
2-4 pm
All ages
$2
Registered Programs
Tuesdays
July 9
Incredi-Brent: Magic & Comedy Show
with Brent Nicholls
Travel around the world and through time with this funny, interactive magic show.
1 – 2 pm
Ages: 4Y+
$3
July 16
Pirates of the Caribbean Game Challenge
Put your pirate knowledge to the test as you compete against other pirate players.
2 – 3:30 pm
Ages: 6Y+
$2
July 23
Creature Quest
Meet cool animals
1 – 2 pm
Ages: 4Y+
$3
July 30
Who Dunnit – Reboot
Mystery and Mayhem at the Library! Clues are everywhere.
2 – 3:30 pm
Ages: 6Y+
$2
Thursdays
August 8
Where In the World Is…Scavenger Hunt
A world-wide scavenger hunt that will take you to places you’ve never been before.
2 – 3:30 pm
Ages: 6Y+ $2
Lorne Park Library
905-615-4845
Drop in Programs
Mondays
July 8, 22, August 12
Movie Madness
2 -3 pm
All ages
Free
July 15, 29, August 19
Games Galore
Drop by to play some of your favourite board games!
2 pm
Ages: 6Y+ Free
Tuesdays
July 9- July 30
From Far & Wide Storytime
2-2:30 pm
All ages
Free
Wednesdays
July 10- July 31
GO!
2-3 pm
Ages: 6Y+
Free
Registered Programs
Thursdays
July 11
Kitchen Chemistry: Mad Science Workshop
2-3 pm
Ages: 5Y-12Y $5
July 25
Be Creative: Amazing Mosaics
Local artist Eleonora Gattesco Roberts guides you to make a mosaic. Supplies provided.
Remember to dress accordingly.
2-3 pm
Ages: 7Y-12Y $3
Malton Library
905-615-4640
Drop in Programs
Tuesdays
July 2
GO!
2 – 2:45 pm
Ages: 6Y+
Free
July 9
Play with your Food Games Day
2 – 2:45 pm
Ages: 4Y+
Free
July 16
Tangrams- Making Pictures
2 – 2:45 pm
Ages: 4Y+
Free
July 23
Nature Games
2 – 2:45 pm
Ages: 4Y+
Free
July 30
Secret Codes
2 – 2:45 pm
Ages: 6Y+
Free
August 6
Make Music and Dance
2 – 2:45 pm
Ages: 4Y+
Free
Thursday
August 8
GO! Party
2 – 2:45 pm
Ages: 4Y+
Free
Registered Programs
Mondays
July 8 – July 29
Craft Club: Sewing, knitting, beading fun
2 – 3 pm
Ages: 7Y -14Y $2 per program
Wednesdays
July 10 – August 21
EcoSource Summer Program
1:45 – 4 pm
Adult accompaniment
Ages: 4Y-12Y
Free
Thursdays
July 4
Make a Summer Reading Club Passport Holder
2 – 3 pm
Ages: 4Y+
$2
July 11
Wear your Favourite Food Craft
2 – 3 pm
Ages: 6Y+
$2
July 18
Collage Fun
2 – 3 pm
Ages: 4Y+
$2
July 25
Caterpillars and Butterflies Craft
2 – 3 pm
Ages: 4Y+
$2
August 1
Boats to the Rescue Craft
2 – 3 pm
Ages: 4Y+
$2
Meadowvale Library
905-615-4715
Drop in Programs
Tuesdays
July 2 – August 6
GO!
2:30 - 3:30 pm
Ages: 6Y+
Free
Wednesdays
July 3 - 17
GO! Sweet Dreams Family Storytime
7 - 7:30 pm
All ages
Free
July 24 - Aug 7
GO! Rise and Shine Family Storytime
10:30 – 11 am
All ages
Free
Registered Programs
July 4
Creature Quest
Meet cool animals
2:30 – 3:30 pm
Ages: 4Y+
$3
July 5
Get Crafty with DIY Bracelet Making
Create beautiful bracelets, step-by-step tutorial and get creative.
2:30 – 3:30 pm
Ages: 12Y+
$2
July 11
K’s Krazy Experiments
Bring your curiosity and prepare to be amazed.
2:30 – 3:30 pm
Ages: 6Y–12Y
$2
July 12
Plasticine Surprise
2:30 – 3:30 pm
All ages
$2
July 18
Be Creative: Amazing Mosaics
with local artist Eleanora Gattesco Roberts. We’ll be gluing, please dress accordingly.
2:30 – 3:30 pm
Ages: 7Y-12Y
$3
July 19
Fun with Food: DIY Cupcake Decorating
Dress up ordinary cupcakes with icing and create your own designs. Materials provided.
2:30 – 3:30 pm
Ages: 12Y+
$2
July 25
Sequin Art
Add sparkle, shimmer and shine to your pictures.
2:30 – 3:30 pm
Ages: 8Y+
$2
July 26
Water Surprise
2:30 – 3:30 pm
All ages
$2
August 1
Mini Krafty Kids
Learn how to create cool stuff.
2:30 – 3:30 pm
Ages: 3Y – 7Y
$2
August 2
DIY: Flip Flops with a Flair
Design your own, one-of-a-kind pair. Materials provided.
2:30 – 3:30 pm
Ages: 12Y+
$2
August 8
Decorate a T-shirt
Create your own design to energize your wardrobe. Bring a light cotton T-shirt. We’ll
provide the colour.
2:30 – 3:30 pm
Ages: 8Y+
$2
August 9
Flying Surprise
2:30 – 3:30 pm
All ages
$2
Aug 16
Decorative Decoupage
Decorate household items for funky decor and handmade gifts. Materials provided.
2:30 – 3:30 pm
Ages: 12Y+
$2
Teen Zone – Programs for Teens
Youth Book Clubs
Meets the 2nd Tuesday of the month
Tuesdays, July 9, August 13
5– 6 pm
Mississauga Valley Library
905-615-4670
Drop in Programs
Wednesdays
July 10 – July 31
Go! Set and Go! Family Storytime
Stories, songs and rhymes for young children and their caregivers.
10:30 – 11 a.m.
All ages
Free
July 10 – July 31
Afternoon Games Drop in
Play Wii, Playstation 3, board games, bring your own chess.
2 – 3:30pm
Ages: 10Y+
Free
Thursdays
July 11 – August 15
GO!
2 – 3 pm
Ages: 7Y-12Y
Free
Registered Programs
Tuesdays
July 9
Mad Science Spin, Pop, Boom
2 – 2:45 pm
Ages: 4Y + $3
July 16
The Lonely Giant and The Princess and the Pea
by the Mississauga Valley Puppeteers
2 – 3 pm
Ages: 3Y + $2
July 23
Incredi-Brent: Magic & Comedy Show
with Brent Nicholls
1 – 1:45 pm
Ages: 4Y + $3
Teen Zone – Programs for Teens
Fridays
July 12
Digital Photography
Participants supply their own camera/device
Walk outdoors to take photos and learn new techniques.
3:30 – 5:30 pm
Ages: 13Y-19Y Free
July 26
Abstract Art
Learn in a fun way how to use acrylic paints.
Canvases and acrylics will be provided.
3:30 – 5:30 pm
Ages: 13Y-19Y Free
August 9
Teen Reading Club – Teen Advisory Group
Refreshments & snacks provided.
4:30 – 5:30 pm
Grades: 8Y and up
Free
Port Credit Library
905-615-4835
Drop in Programs
Wednesdays
July 10 - August 7
Family Storytime in the Park
2- 2:30 pm
All ages
Free
Thursdays
July 11-August 8
GO!
2 - 3pm
Ages: 6Y+
Free
Registered Programs
Tuesdays
July 9
“The Legend of Marshmallow Island”
A unique rhythm and sound program with Mystic Drumz.
11 am
Ages: 5Y+
$3
July 23
Edible Art for Kids: Cupcake Decorating
Learn from the masters at “The Social Cupcakes” bakery.
11am - Noon
Ages: 6Y -12Y $ 3
Calligraphy for Kids
Using dip pens and ink, kids will learn some calligraphy basics as we explore this ancient
art form. All supplies are provided, but please bring your own painting smock.
Presented in conjunction with the Calligraphic Arts Guild of Toronto
2-4 pm
Ages: 10Y - 14Y $ 3
July 30
Craft-o-Mania: Summer Edition
Crazy about crafts? Join us at the craft table to create masterpieces.
2 -3 pm
Ages: 6Y+
$2
August 6
Yoga Kids
Explore yoga postures and ways to relax with games, animal themes, partner yoga, and
drama.
2p.m.-3p.m.
Ages: 6Y-9Y
Free
Thursdays
Stuffie Sleepover
Bring your stuffed animals for a pajama Storytime. Afterwards, tuck your stuffie into
bed for an overnight stay in the Library! Return on Friday to pick them up and watch a
slideshow on all the fun they had.
July 4 (Storytime) 7 – 7:30 pm
July 5 (Friday pickup and slideshow) 1:30-2:30 pm
Ages: 3Y-6Y
Free
Summer Family Movie Nights
July 11, 18, August 1, 8
6:30 pm
All ages
Free
Teen Zone - Programs for Teens
Masks with Character-Mask-Making and Performance Workshop
Week-long series of workshops with a professional actor and mask-maker, participants
will learn how to build a fully expressive mask out of plaster strips and papier-mache ,
while developing the performance skills to bring their character to life! The session
ends with a play performed for family and friends.
Tuesday, July 16 –Thursday, July 18 - 2-4pm
Friday, July 19 - 2-5pm
Ages: 12Y-15Y
$10
Welcome to the Zombie Apocalypse
The zombies are coming…will you be ready? Test your survival skills as the walking dead
invade the library!
Thursday, July 25
8:30 -10 pm
Ages: 13Y+
$3
Sheridan Library
905-615-4815
Drop in Programs
Mondays
July 8 – August 5
LION in the Library
10 am – Noon
All ages
Free
Tuesdays
July 2 – August 6
GO!
2 – 3 pm
Ages: 6Y+
Free
Teen Zone – Programs for Teens
Tuesdays
July 9, August 6
TAG Meetings
5:30 – 7 pm
Ages: 13Y+
Free
Yak, Snack & Read - Youth Book Club
July 16, August 20
5:30 – 6:30 pm
Ages: 13Y+
Free
Thursdays
July 4-August 8
Youth Drop in Gaming Program
Every other Thursday
Ages: 13Y+
Free
South Common Library
905-615-4770
Drop in Programs
Tuesdays
July 2 – August 6
Drop in Summer Family Storytime
2– 2:30 pm
All ages
Free.
Thursdays
July 5 – August 11
GO!
2 – 2:45 pm
Ages: 6Y+
Free
Registered Programs
July 3
Amazing Mosaics
Local artist, Eleonora Gattesco Roberts guides you on creating a mosaic masterpiece.
2– 3 pm
Ages: 7Y – 12Y
$3
July 10
Summer Crafts
Come to the library and create summer-themed works of art.
2– 2:45 pm
All ages
$2
July 17
Family Literacy Program: Snapshot Stories
Come and create a memory book with your child with the help of an early literacy
specialist. Parents are encouraged to bring in photographs or pictures of special
significance. A parent must attend program with their child.
10:30 - 11:30 am
Ages: 3Y – 8Y
Free
Puzzles
Do you have what it takes to be a master cryptologist? Can you piece together these
puzzles? Test your skills of deduction at the library
2 – 2:45 pm
Ages: 6Y+
$2
July 22
African Drumming
by the Akwaba Cultural Exchange
2– 3 pm
Ages: 6Y+
$3
July 24
Arlene’s Music Extravaganza
Mississauga musician Arlene Paculan’s interactive music program
2– 2:45 pm
Ages: 7Y+
$3
July 31
The South Common Building Club
Learn about amazing structures and build a your own.
2 – 3 pm
Ages: 7Y+
$2
Streetsville Library
905-615-4785
Drop in Programs
Wednesdays
July 10 – August 14
GO!
2 -2:45 pm
Ages: 6Y+
Free
Thursdays
July 11 – August 15
Go! Family Storytime
10:30 – 11 am
All ages
Free
July 11 – August 15
Thursday’s Activity of the Day
Pick up activity kits at Circulation Desk; complete in Tolton Room
Any time between 1– 3 pm
All ages
$2 for kit
Woodlands Library
905-615-4825
Drop in Programs
Tuesdays
July 2 – August 6
GO!
1:30 – 2:15 pm
Ages: 6Y+ Free
Thursdays
July 4– August 8
GO! – Family Storytime
10:30 – 11 am
All ages
Free
Registered Programs
Tuesdays
July 9
Incredi-Brent: Magic & Comedy Show
with Brent Nicholls
3 – 3:45 pm
Ages: 4Y+
$3
July 16
Be Creative: Amazing Mosaics
Art Lesson with Eleanora Gattesco Roberts
3 – 4 pm
Ages: 7Y-12Y
$3
July 23
Creature Quest
Meet cool live animals
3- 4 pm
Ages: 4Y+
$3
Saturdays
July 13
EUREKA Youth Academy: Engineering Structures
Teams work on Fun Activities using actual Engineering elements. All instructors have
engineering backgrounds.
10:30 am-12:30 pm
Ages: 9Y- 11Y Free
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