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Let the Games Begin

2024-12-03 16:00:00 2024-12-03 17:00:00 America/New_York Let the Games Begin From cards to puzzles, board games to word games, drop by the library for a friendly challenge. Fergus Branch -

Tuesday, December 03
4:00pm - 5:00pm

Add to Calendar 2024-12-03 16:00:00 2024-12-03 17:00:00 America/New_York Let the Games Begin From cards to puzzles, board games to word games, drop by the library for a friendly challenge. Fergus Branch -

From cards to puzzles, board games to word games, drop by the library for a friendly challenge.

Drop in to the Fergus branch for an hour of friendly competition where you can check out our selection of boardgames, including chess. Or try your hand at different Nintendo Switch and Xbox games. All ages welcome.

AGE GROUP: | Tweens 9-13 years | Teens 13-18 years | Kids 5-9 years | Families | Adults 18+ |

EVENT TYPE: | Games and Gaming |

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Fergus Branch
Phone: 519.843.1180
Hours
Mon, Jul 07 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Jul 08 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Jul 09 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Jul 10 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Jul 11 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Jul 12 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Jul 13 1:00PM to 5:00PM
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About the branch

Fergus Branch is located in downtown Fergus by Templin Gardens. This historic Carnegie building features three floors and houses Library Administration, as well as a rentable meeting room, Wi-Fi, and computer access.

Upcoming events

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Tue, Jul 08, All day
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Summer Make and Take - Adventure Backpack
Tue, Jul 08, All day
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Tue, Jul 08, All day
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Summer Make and Take - Drop In Craft
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Summer Special Guest - Colour My World Workshop
Tue, Jul 08, 10:30am - 11:30am
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Summer STEM Activities - Moths!
Tue, Jul 08, 10:30am - 11:30am
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Summer Special Guest - Candy Chemistry Workshop
Tue, Jul 08, 10:30am - 11:30am
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Summer Story Time - Forests
Tue, Jul 08, 10:30am - 11:30am
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Summer Crafty Creations - Garden Treasures
Tue, Jul 08, 10:30am - 11:30am
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Tue, Jul 08, 10:30am - 11:15am
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Tue, Jul 08, 11:15am - 11:45am
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Tue, Jul 08, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
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Tue, Jul 08, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
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Let the Games Begin - Family Game Night!
Tue, Jul 08, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
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Book Club - Quarter Century Book Club
Tue, Jul 08, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
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Book Club - First Tuesday in Rockwood
Tue, Jul 08, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
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Meet with members of your community and join our discussion of books and ideas.
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Book Club - Tuesday Evening
Tue, Jul 08, 7:00pm - 7:45pm
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Meet with members of your community and join our discussion of books and ideas.
Summer Make and Take - Drop In Craft
Wed, Jul 09, All day
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Drop in for some cool self-guided creations.
Summer Make and Take - Adventure Backpack
Wed, Jul 09, All day
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Drop in for some cool self-guided creations. From July 2-12.
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Wed, Jul 09, All day
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Search the world around you for hidden treasures! From July 8-19.
Summer Make and Take - Mountain Climber
Wed, Jul 09, All day
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Wed, Jul 09, All day
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Navigate a world of brain-boosting fun and games at the library.
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Wed, Jul 09, 10:30am - 11:00am
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Baby Time
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Craft and Create
Wed, Jul 09, 10:30am - 12:00pm
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Summer Story Time - Around the World Adventures
Wed, Jul 09, 10:30am - 11:30am
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Book Club - Second Wednesday Afternoon
Wed, Jul 09, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
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Wed, Jul 09, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
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Thu, Jul 10, All day
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Drop in for some cool self-guided creations.
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Thu, Jul 10, All day
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Drop in for some cool self-guided creations. From July 2-12.
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Thu, Jul 10, All day
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Navigate a world of brain-boosting fun and games at the library.
Summer Scavenger Hunt - Buildings and Structures, Oh My!
Thu, Jul 10, All day
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Summer Make and Take - Mountain Climber
Thu, Jul 10, All day
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Drop in for some cool self-guided creations. From July 7 to July 13.
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Thu, Jul 10, 10:30am - 11:00am
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Navigate a world of brain-boosting fun and games at the library.
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Navigate a world of brain-boosting fun and games at the library.
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Fri, Jul 11, All day
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Drop in for some cool self-guided creations. From July 2-12.
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Fri, Jul 11, All day
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Navigate a world of brain-boosting fun and games at the library.
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Meet with members of your community and join our discussion of books and ideas.
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Fri, Jul 11, 10:30am - 11:15am
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