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2024-11-05 16:15:00 2024-11-05 17:15:00 America/New_York After School Adventures Join us at the end of the school day for games, crafts, and a wide variety of fun activities. Hillsburgh Branch -

Tuesday, November 05
4:15pm - 5:15pm

Add to Calendar 2024-11-05 16:15:00 2024-11-05 17:15:00 America/New_York After School Adventures Join us at the end of the school day for games, crafts, and a wide variety of fun activities. Hillsburgh Branch -

Join us at the end of the school day for games, crafts, and a wide variety of fun activities.

Looking for something fun to do after school? We'll be creating a collage using a variety of materials. All materials provided. Registration is preferred but drop-ins are also welcome. 

AGE GROUP: | Tweens 9-13 years | Kids 5-9 years |

EVENT TYPE: | Art and Creation | After School |

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Hillsburgh Branch
Phone: 519.855.4010
Hours
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Mon, Mar 16 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Tue, Mar 17 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Mar 18 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Mar 19 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Mar 20 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Mar 21 10:00AM to 3:00PM
Sun, Mar 22 Closed
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About the branch

Hillsburgh Branch is located by the Elora Cataract Trailway and Hillsburgh mill pond. Resources include a rentable meeting room, professional kitchen, study room, shaded patio, and parkland. Wi-Fi, computer access and snow shoes are also available. 

Upcoming events

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Make and Take - Drop-In Craft
Wed, Mar 18, All day
Hillsburgh Branch
Drop by and get creative with provided art and craft supplies.
March Break Scavenger Hunt - Bits to Fidgets
Wed, Mar 18, All day
Aboyne Branch
Dig through the stacks, wander past the computers, and keep an eye out for what might be hiding in the library! Drop in March 15 - 21.
Scavenger Hunt
Wed, Mar 18, All day
Arthur Branch
Dig through the stacks, wander past the computers, and keep an eye out for what might be hiding in the library! Drop in March 16-21
March Break Creations - Toolbox
Wed, Mar 18, All day
Arthur Branch
Make, create, and craft with us! We will be making paper toolboxes.
March Break Creations - Scissors and Stencils
Wed, Mar 18, All day
Aboyne Branch
Make, create, and craft with us!
Make and Take - Creation Station
Wed, Mar 18, All day
Clifford Branch
Drop by and get creative with provided art and craft supplies from March 17-21.
Scavenger Hunt - March Break Drop-In
Wed, Mar 18, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Mount Forest Branch
Dig through the stacks, wander past the computers, and keep an eye out for what might be hiding in the library! Drop in March 14 - 21 during open hours.
Make and Take - Drop-In Craft
Wed, Mar 18, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Mount Forest Branch
Drop by and get creative with provided art and craft supplies. March 14 - 21, during open hours.
Make and Take - Paper Airplanes
Wed, Mar 18, 10:00am - 8:00pm
Puslinch Branch
Drop by and get creative with provided art and craft supplies.
March Break Adventures - The Amazing Chomp Saw
Wed, Mar 18, 10:30am - 11:30am
Erin Village Branch
Join us for interactive activities.
Registration is now closed
March Break Stories - Construction Fun
Wed, Mar 18, 10:30am - 11:15am
Fergus Branch
Share stories, songs and more. Join us for a construction themed story time.
Baby Time
Wed, Mar 18, 10:30am - 11:00am
Aboyne Branch
Introduce your baby to the library and a love of books through finger plays, songs, rhymes and stories.
Registration is now closed
Family Story Time
Wed, Mar 18, 10:30am - 11:00am
Elora Branch
Our Story Times are designed to help your child get ready for reading. Share stories, songs, rhymes, and activities aimed at developing your child’s early literacy skills.
Registration is now closed
The Simple Machines Show - with Drew Ripley
Wed, Mar 18, 10:30am - 11:30am
Arthur Branch
Join us this March Break for a fun and engaging show with Drew Ripley to learn the science behind simple machines.
Registration is now closed
Family Story Time - Drop-In
Wed, Mar 18, 11:00am - 11:45am
Hillsburgh Branch
Our Story Times are designed to help your child get ready for reading. Share stories, songs, rhymes, and activities aimed at developing your child’s early literacy skills.
March Break Adventures - Marble Mazes
Wed, Mar 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Rockwood Branch
Join us for hands-on activities. We will be exploring marble mazes.
Registration is now closed
March Break Adventures - Demolition and Excavation
Wed, Mar 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Mount Forest Branch
Join us for hands-on activities. We will be exploring demolition and excavation—tearing down and digging deep to discover hidden treasures!
Registration is now closed
March Break Escape Room - The Game Master's Vault
Wed, Mar 18, 12:00pm - 8:00pm
Fergus Branch
Join us for hands-on activities. Solve puzzles and complete fun tasks in our Escape Room.
Scrabble Club
Wed, Mar 18, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Puslinch Branch
Join us for casual word building entertainment!
Book Club - Third Wednesday
Wed, Mar 18, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Fergus Branch
Meet with members of your community and join our discussion of books and ideas.
This event is full
Rescheduled
March Break Creations
Wed, Mar 18, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
New date Monday, March 16, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Palmerston Branch
Make, create, and craft with us!
In Stitches - Book Bag
Wed, Mar 18, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Rockwood Branch
Learn to thread and operate a sewing machine, then create a simple project. No experience necessary. All materials provided.
Registration is now closed
Book Club - Third Wednesday Afternoon in Hillsburgh
Wed, Mar 18, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Hillsburgh Branch
Meet with members of your community and join our discussion of books and ideas.
This event is full
Paws 4 Stories
Wed, Mar 18, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Erin Village Branch
Readers are encouraged to build new skills and gain confidence by reading aloud to a certified therapy dog. Please register.
This event is full
March Break Games - Minute to Win It!
Wed, Mar 18, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Harriston Branch
Get ready to play.
March Break STEAM - It's a-MAZE-ing!
Wed, Mar 18, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Drayton Branch
Explore science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics. We will be using cardboard and other materials to construct an a-MAZE-ing city! Ages 8 and up.
This event is full
The Simple Machines Show - with Drew Ripley
Wed, Mar 18, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Aboyne Branch
Join us this March Break for a fun and engaging show with Drew Ripley to learn the science behind simple machines.
March Break Creations - Paper Pizza Party
Wed, Mar 18, 2:15pm - 3:00pm
Clifford Branch
Make, create, and craft with us! We will be making delicious looking paper pizza artwork to display.
Toddler Time - Let's Build!
Wed, Mar 18, 2:30pm - 3:00pm
Arthur Branch
Come explore the alphabet with us! Share stories, songs, rhymes and activities aimed at developing your child's early literacy skills.
Dungeons and Dragons - Ruby
Wed, Mar 18, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Rockwood Branch
Join fellow fantasy fans to build characters and explore new worlds.
This event is full
Craft and Create - Paint Night: A Forest Path
Wed, Mar 18, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Drayton Branch
Learn new creative techniques and explore library resources with a hands-on project.
This event is full
Book Club - Third Wednesday Evening
Wed, Mar 18, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Marden Branch
Meet with members of your community and join our discussion of books and ideas.
This event is full
Book Club - Happily Ever Afters
Wed, Mar 18, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Fergus Branch
Meet with members of your community and join our discussion of books and ideas.
This event is full
Make and Take - Drop-In Craft
Thu, Mar 19, All day
Hillsburgh Branch
Drop by and get creative with provided art and craft supplies.
March Break Scavenger Hunt - Bits to Fidgets
Thu, Mar 19, All day
Aboyne Branch
Dig through the stacks, wander past the computers, and keep an eye out for what might be hiding in the library! Drop in March 15 - 21.
Scavenger Hunt
Thu, Mar 19, All day
Arthur Branch
Dig through the stacks, wander past the computers, and keep an eye out for what might be hiding in the library! Drop in March 16-21
March Break Creations - Toolbox
Thu, Mar 19, All day
Arthur Branch
Make, create, and craft with us! We will be making paper toolboxes.
March Break Creations - Scissors and Stencils
Thu, Mar 19, All day
Aboyne Branch
Make, create, and craft with us!
Make and Take - Creation Station
Thu, Mar 19, All day
Clifford Branch
Drop by and get creative with provided art and craft supplies from March 17-21.
March Break Escape Room - The Game Master's Vault
Thu, Mar 19, 10:00am - 8:00pm
Fergus Branch
Join us for hands-on activities. Solve puzzles and complete fun tasks in our Escape Room.
Scavenger Hunt - March Break Drop-In
Thu, Mar 19, 10:00am - 8:00pm
Mount Forest Branch
Dig through the stacks, wander past the computers, and keep an eye out for what might be hiding in the library! Drop in March 14 - 21 during open hours.
Make and Take - Drop-In Craft
Thu, Mar 19, 10:00am - 8:00pm
Mount Forest Branch
Drop by and get creative with provided art and craft supplies. March 14 - 21, during open hours.
Family Story Time
Thu, Mar 19, 10:30am - 11:00am
Harriston Branch
Our Story Times are designed to help your child get ready for reading. Share stories, songs, rhymes, and activities aimed at developing your child’s early literacy skills.
March Break Stories - Stuffie Sleepover
Thu, Mar 19, 10:30am - 11:30am
Aboyne Branch
Bring your stuffed animal to the library for a sleepover adventure! What will those cute and cuddly creatures get up to overnight in the library?
The Juggling Chef
Thu, Mar 19, 10:30am - 11:30am
Drayton Branch
Join the Juggling Chef for an interactive show with puppets, food juggling and live music. Don't forget to bring your best dance moves and juggling skills!
March Break Stories - Building and Construction Fun!
Thu, Mar 19, 10:30am - 11:00am
Mount Forest Branch
Share stories, songs and more. Come along for stories about building and construction!
Story Time
Thu, Mar 19, 10:30am - 11:15am
Palmerston Branch
Our Story Times are designed to help your child get ready for reading. Share stories, songs, rhymes, and activities aimed at developing your child’s early literacy skills.
March Break Adventures - Super Submarines
Thu, Mar 19, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Puslinch Branch
Join us for hands-on activities. We will be exploring the underwater world of submarines.
Registration is now closed
Let the Games Begin - Board Game extravaganza!
Thu, Mar 19, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Rockwood Branch
From cards to puzzles, board games to word games, drop by the library for a friendly challenge.
March Break Creations - Boomwhackers
Thu, Mar 19, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Elora Branch
Make, create, and craft with us! We will be building a song with boomwhackers.
Party Safari
Thu, Mar 19, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Puslinch Branch
Join us this March Break for a visit from Party Safari! Prepare for an interactive safari around the world with a diverse selection of crawly and cuddly critters.
Book Club - Third Thursday
Thu, Mar 19, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Fergus Branch
Meet with members of your community and join our discussion of books and ideas.
This event is full
March Break STEAM - Scribble-Bot Building Lab
Thu, Mar 19, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Hillsburgh Branch
Explore science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics.
Dungeons and Dragons - The Unhappy Ogre
Thu, Mar 19, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Arthur Branch
Join fellow fantasy fans to build characters and explore new worlds. In this one-shot, you've been hired to acquire items to satisfy an unhappy Ogre on his birthday.
Hooks and Needles - Drop-in
Thu, Mar 19, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Mount Forest Branch
Bring your own project and join others for knitting, cross-stitch, and other fibre arts.
The Juggling Chef
Thu, Mar 19, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Erin Village Branch
Join the Juggling Chef for an interactive show with puppets, food juggling and live music. Don't forget to bring your best dance moves and juggling skills!
March Break Creations - DIY Keychains
Thu, Mar 19, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Marden Branch
Make, create, and craft with us! We will be making an assortment of DIY keychains.
This event is full
March Break Adventures - Adopt a Dog
Thu, Mar 19, 2:15pm - 3:00pm
Clifford Branch
Join us for hands-on activities. We will be exploring pet-care with adorable dog plushies.
March Break Creations - Crochet Keychain
Thu, Mar 19, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Drayton Branch
Make, create, and craft with us!
This event is full
At the Movies - Elio
Thu, Mar 19, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Harriston Branch
Join us for a showing of Elio. Bring a blanket and we'll provide the popcorn! Running time 90 minutes; rated PG.
March Break STEAM - Baking Soda Volcano
Thu, Mar 19, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Rockwood Branch
Explore science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics. We will be making individual baking soda volcanoes over two days.
This event is full
Let the Games Begin - Patron Led Chess Club
Thu, Mar 19, 5:00pm - 7:30pm
Aboyne Branch
From cards to puzzles, board games to word games, drop by the library for a friendly challenge.
Dungeons and Dragons
Thu, Mar 19, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Puslinch Branch
Join fellow fantasy fans to build characters and explore new worlds.
Craft and Create - Washcloth Bunny
Thu, Mar 19, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Fergus Branch
Learn new creative techniques and explore library resources with a hands-on project.
This event is full
Book Club - Third Thursday
Thu, Mar 19, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Rockwood Branch
Meet with members of your community and join our discussion of books and ideas.
Book Club - Third Thursday in Elora
Thu, Mar 19, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Elora Branch
Meet with members of your community and join our discussion of books and ideas.
Registration is now closed
Make and Take - Drop-In Craft
Fri, Mar 20, All day
Hillsburgh Branch
Drop by and get creative with provided art and craft supplies.
March Break Scavenger Hunt - Bits to Fidgets
Fri, Mar 20, All day
Aboyne Branch
Dig through the stacks, wander past the computers, and keep an eye out for what might be hiding in the library! Drop in March 15 - 21.
Scavenger Hunt
Fri, Mar 20, All day
Arthur Branch
Dig through the stacks, wander past the computers, and keep an eye out for what might be hiding in the library! Drop in March 16-21
March Break Creations - Toolbox
Fri, Mar 20, All day
Arthur Branch
Make, create, and craft with us! We will be making paper toolboxes.
March Break Creations - Scissors and Stencils
Fri, Mar 20, All day
Aboyne Branch
Make, create, and craft with us!
Make and Take - Creation Station
Fri, Mar 20, All day
Clifford Branch
Drop by and get creative with provided art and craft supplies from March 17-21.
March Break Escape Room - The Game Master's Vault
Fri, Mar 20, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Fergus Branch
Join us for hands-on activities. Solve puzzles and complete fun tasks in our Escape Room.
Scavenger Hunt - March Break Drop-In
Fri, Mar 20, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Mount Forest Branch
Dig through the stacks, wander past the computers, and keep an eye out for what might be hiding in the library! Drop in March 14 - 21 during open hours.
Make and Take - Drop-In Craft
Fri, Mar 20, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Mount Forest Branch
Drop by and get creative with provided art and craft supplies. March 14 - 21, during open hours.
At the Movies - Zootopia 2
Fri, Mar 20, 10:00am - 11:45am
Palmerston Branch
Join us for a showing of Zootopia 2. Bring a blanket and we'll provide the popcorn! Running time 107 minutes; rated PG.
March Break Adventures - Spy School
Fri, Mar 20, 10:30am - 11:30am
Harriston Branch
Join us for hands-on activities. We will be exploring how to talk in secret code and upgrading your spy knowledge.
This event is full
Family Story Time - Construct and Create
Fri, Mar 20, 10:30am - 11:00am
Arthur Branch
Our Story Times are designed to help your child get ready for reading. Share stories, songs, rhymes, and activities aimed at developing your child’s early literacy skills.
Build It! LEGO Challenge - The Biggest Lego Challenge We've Ever Had!
Fri, Mar 20, 10:30am - 1:30pm
Drayton Branch
Join us for some exciting LEGO challenges! You bring your creativity and we will provide the building blocks.
Club Rex
Fri, Mar 20, 10:30am - 11:30am
Marden Branch
Join us for a wild dinosaur adventure with Club Rex this March Break! Experience dinosaur skulls, claws, fossils and more in this fun and educational programme for kids.
Family Story Time - Drop-In
Fri, Mar 20, 11:00am - 11:45am
Hillsburgh Branch
Our Story Times are designed to help your child get ready for reading. Share stories, songs, rhymes, and activities aimed at developing your child’s early literacy skills.
March Break Games - Rocket Racers
Fri, Mar 20, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Fergus Branch
Get ready to play. Join us for rocket racing.
March Break Creations - Scrabble Tile Message Craft
Fri, Mar 20, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Mount Forest Branch
Make, create, and craft with us! We will be making framed inspirational messages with Scrabble tiles and decorative paper.
March Break STEAM - Cardboard Creations
Fri, Mar 20, 11:30am - 1:00pm
Puslinch Branch
Explore science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics. We will be creating a city using cardboard.
This event is full
Inspiration Lab
Fri, Mar 20, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Hillsburgh Branch
Drop in and get creative with technology and maker culture in the Inspiration Lab!
March Break STEAM - Slime Science
Fri, Mar 20, 12:00pm - 12:45pm
Clifford Branch
Explore science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics. We will be embracing the fun, messy side of science and experimenting with ingredients to create the squishiest slimes.
March Break Creations - Book bags
Fri, Mar 20, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Erin Village Branch
Make, create, and craft with us!
This event is full
Club Rex
Fri, Mar 20, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Palmerston Branch
Join us for a wild dinosaur adventure with Club Rex this March Break! Experience dinosaur skulls, claws, fossils and more in this fun and educational programme for kids.
Book Club - Third Friday - Bookmarks
Fri, Mar 20, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Aboyne Branch
Meet with members of your community and join our discussion of books and ideas.
This event is full
Paws 4 Stories
Fri, Mar 20, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Aboyne Branch
Readers are encouraged to build new skills and gain confidence by reading aloud to a certified therapy dog. Please register.
This event is full
At the Movies - Zootopia 2
Fri, Mar 20, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Drayton Branch
Join us for a showing of Zootopia 2. Bring a blanket and we'll provide the popcorn! Running time 108 minutes; rated G.
Sticky Science Workshop
Fri, Mar 20, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Fergus Branch
Explore science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics.
This event is full
At the Movies - Gabby's Dollhouse: The Movie
Fri, Mar 20, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Hillsburgh Branch
Join us for a showing of Gabby's Dollhouse: The Movie. Bring a blanket and we'll provide the popcorn! Running time 87 minutes; rated G.
March Break STEAM - Baking Soda Volcano
Fri, Mar 20, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Rockwood Branch
Explore science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics. We will be making individual baking soda volcanoes over two days.
This event is full
Scavenger Hunt - Construction Zone
Sat, Mar 21, All day
Rockwood Branch
Dig through the stacks, wander past the computers, and keep an eye out for what might be hiding in the library! Drop in March 16th - March 21st.
Make and Take - Friendship Bracelets
Sat, Mar 21, All day
Rockwood Branch
Drop by and get creative with provided art and craft supplies. March 16th - March 21st.
March Break Scavenger Hunt - Bits to Fidgets
Sat, Mar 21, All day
Aboyne Branch
Dig through the stacks, wander past the computers, and keep an eye out for what might be hiding in the library! Drop in March 15 - 21.
Scavenger Hunt
Sat, Mar 21, All day
Arthur Branch
Dig through the stacks, wander past the computers, and keep an eye out for what might be hiding in the library! Drop in March 16-21
March Break Creations - Scissors and Stencils
Sat, Mar 21, All day
Aboyne Branch
Make, create, and craft with us!
Make and Take - Creation Station
Sat, Mar 21, All day
Clifford Branch
Drop by and get creative with provided art and craft supplies from March 17-21.
March Break Escape Room - The Game Master's Vault
Sat, Mar 21, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Fergus Branch
Join us for hands-on activities. Solve puzzles and complete fun tasks in our Escape Room.
Scavenger Hunt - March Break Drop-In
Sat, Mar 21, 10:00am - 3:00pm
Mount Forest Branch
Dig through the stacks, wander past the computers, and keep an eye out for what might be hiding in the library! Drop in March 14 - 21 during open hours.
Make and Take - Drop-In Craft
Sat, Mar 21, 10:00am - 3:00pm
Mount Forest Branch
Drop by and get creative with provided art and craft supplies. March 14 - 21, during open hours.
March Break Creations - Dolphin Crafts
Sat, Mar 21, 10:30am - 11:30am
Mount Forest Branch
Make, create, and craft with us! We will be making two fun dolphin projects.
Build It! LEGO Challenge - The Biggest Lego Challenge We've Ever Had!
Sat, Mar 21, 10:30am - 1:30pm
Drayton Branch
Join us for some exciting LEGO challenges! You bring your creativity and we will provide the building blocks.
Dungeons and Dragons Club - Tween/Teen D and D
Sat, Mar 21, 12:30pm - 2:30pm
Harriston Branch
Join fellow fantasy fans to build characters and explore new worlds.
Level Up Games - Mario Super Smash Bros
Sat, Mar 21, 1:30pm - 4:00pm
Rockwood Branch
Grab your friends and get your game face on! Join us for an epic video game hang out where we'll kick back, level up and battle it out on the big screen.
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