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Full STEAM Ahead

Candy Chemistry Workshop
2025-01-24 14:00:00 2025-01-24 15:00:00 America/New_York Full STEAM Ahead Explore Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math while creating imaginative devices. Fergus Branch -

Friday, January 24
2:00pm - 3:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-01-24 14:00:00 2025-01-24 15:00:00 America/New_York Full STEAM Ahead Explore Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math while creating imaginative devices. Fergus Branch -

Explore Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math while creating imaginative devices.

Discover the surprising science hiding in a bag of skittles. Explore solubility, buoyancy, reactivity, and investigate the odds of finding your favourite colour. Science can be sweet! Presented by Scientists in School. For ages 4 - 12. Registration is required. 

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

EVENT TYPE: | STEAM | PA Day |

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Fergus Branch
Phone: 519.843.1180
Hours
Mon, Sep 15 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Sep 16 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Sep 17 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Sep 18 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Sep 19 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Sep 20 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Sep 21 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

Scavenger Hunt - Fall Frenzy
Tue, Sep 16, All day
Clifford Branch
Dig through the stacks, wander past the computers, and keep an eye out for what might be hiding in the library! Drop in September 16-27.
Toddler Time - Drop-In September/October Session
Tue, Sep 16, 10:30am - 11:00am
Fergus Branch
Come explore the alphabet with us! Share stories, songs, rhymes and activities aimed at developing your child's early literacy skills.
Baby Time - September 9, 16, 23, 30, October 7
Tue, Sep 16, 11:00am - 11:30am
Drayton Branch
Introduce your baby to the library and a love of books through finger plays, songs, rhymes and stories.
Registration is now closed
Baby Time
Tue, Sep 16, 11:15am - 11:45am
Elora Branch
Introduce your baby to the library and a love of books through finger plays, songs, rhymes and stories.
Registration is now closed
Book Club - Third Tuesday
Tue, Sep 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Puslinch Branch
Meet with members of your community and join our discussion of books and ideas.
Registration is now closed
Build It! LEGO Challenge
Tue, Sep 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Palmerston Branch
Join us for some exciting LEGO challenges! You bring your creativity and we will provide the building blocks.
Let the Games Begin
Tue, Sep 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Fergus Branch
From cards to puzzles, board games to word games, drop by the library for a friendly challenge.
Creative Kids - Chalk Pastel Art
Tue, Sep 16, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Hillsburgh Branch
Get crafty and learn new things with DIY, maker, and other hands-on activities just for kids.
Registration is now closed
Dungeons and Dragons Club - Adult D&D
Tue, Sep 16, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Harriston Branch
Join fellow fantasy fans to build characters and explore new worlds.
Registration is now closed
Craft and Create - Painting 101
Tue, Sep 16, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Marden Branch
Learn new creative techniques and explore library resources with a hands-on project.
Registration is now closed
Book Club - Evening
Tue, Sep 16, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Palmerston Branch
Meet with members of your community and join our discussion of books and ideas.
Registration is now closed
Book Club - Third Tuesday
Tue, Sep 16, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Rockwood Branch
Meet with members of your community and join our discussion of books and ideas.
Registration is now closed
Book Club - The Me Time Book Club
Tue, Sep 16, 6:45pm - 7:45pm
Aboyne Branch
Meet with members of your community and join our discussion of books and ideas.
Registration is now closed
Scavenger Hunt - Fall Frenzy
Wed, Sep 17, All day
Clifford Branch
Dig through the stacks, wander past the computers, and keep an eye out for what might be hiding in the library! Drop in September 16-27.
Story Time - September/October Sessions
Wed, Sep 17, 10:30am - 11:30am
Fergus 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.
This event is full
Craft and Create
Wed, Sep 17, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Palmerston Branch
Learn new creative techniques and explore library resources with a hands-on project.
Toddler Time
Wed, Sep 17, 10:30am - 11:00am
Arthur Branch
Come explore the alphabet with us! Share stories, songs, rhymes and activities aimed at developing your child's early literacy skills.
Baby Time
Wed, Sep 17, 10:30am - 11:00am
Aboyne Branch
Introduce your baby to the library and a love of books through finger plays, songs, rhymes and stories.
Story Time
Wed, Sep 17, 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.
Scrabble Club
Wed, Sep 17, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Puslinch Branch
Join us for casual word building entertainment!
Book Club - Third Wednesday Afternoon in Hillsburgh
Wed, Sep 17, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Hillsburgh Branch
Meet with members of your community and join our discussion of books and ideas.
This event is full
Teen Café - Upcycled T-shirt Tote Bags
Wed, Sep 17, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Clifford Branch
Hang out with other like-minded teens and make, watch, chat, and explore.
Dungeons and Dragons Club - Ruby
Wed, Sep 17, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Rockwood Branch
Join fellow fantasy fans to build characters and explore new worlds.
Registration is now closed
Book Club - Third Wednesday Evening
Wed, Sep 17, 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 After Club
Wed, Sep 17, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Fergus Branch
Meet with members of your community and join our discussion of books and ideas.
This event is full
Book Club - Wednesday Night in Drayton
Wed, Sep 17, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Drayton Branch
Meet with members of your community and join our discussion of books and ideas.
Scavenger Hunt - Fall Frenzy
Thu, Sep 18, All day
Clifford Branch
Dig through the stacks, wander past the computers, and keep an eye out for what might be hiding in the library! Drop in September 16-27.
Toddler Time
Thu, Sep 18, 10:30am - 11:15am
Aboyne Branch
Come explore the alphabet with us! Share stories, songs, rhymes and activities aimed at developing your child's early literacy skills.
Toddler Time - Drop-In September/October Session
Thu, Sep 18, 10:30am - 11:00am
Fergus Branch
Come explore the alphabet with us! Share stories, songs, rhymes and activities aimed at developing your child's early literacy skills.
Family Story Time - Every Child Ready to Learn
Thu, Sep 18, 10:30am - 11:00am
Mount Forest 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
Story Time
Thu, Sep 18, 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.
Family Story Time
Thu, Sep 18, 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.
Story Time
Thu, Sep 18, 11:00am - 11:45am
Puslinch 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.
Hooks and Needles - Drop-in
Thu, Sep 18, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Mount Forest Branch
Bring your own project and join others for knitting, cross-stich, and other fibre arts.
Cricut Creations - Personalized Pencil Case/Make-up Case
Thu, Sep 18, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Drayton Branch
Learn to use a Cricut electronic cutting machine to create and embellish maker projects. Machines are also available for in-branch use.
Book Club - Third Thursday
Thu, Sep 18, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Fergus Branch
Meet with members of your community and join our discussion of books and ideas.
This event is full
Build It! LEGO Challenge
Thu, Sep 18, 3:45pm - 4:45pm
Drayton Branch
Join us for some exciting LEGO challenges! You bring your creativity and we will provide the building blocks.
Cancelled
Creative Kids - Braided Bracelets
Thu, Sep 18, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Clifford Branch
Get crafty and learn new things with DIY, maker, and other hands-on activities just for kids.
Craft and Create - Needle Felting with Yarn
Thu, Sep 18, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Fergus Branch
Learn new creative techniques and explore library resources with a hands-on project.
This event is full
Dungeons and Dragons Club
Thu, Sep 18, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Puslinch Branch
Join fellow fantasy fans to build characters and explore new worlds.
Registration is now closed
Dungeons and Dragons Club - Adults
Thu, Sep 18, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Arthur Branch
Join fellow fantasy fans to build characters and explore new worlds.
Cancelled
Dungeons and Dragons Club - Teens
Thu, Sep 18, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Mount Forest Branch
Join fellow fantasy fans to build characters and explore new worlds.
Book Club - Third Thursday Book Club
Thu, Sep 18, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Rockwood Branch
Meet with members of your community and join our discussion of books and ideas.
This event is full
Book Club - Third Thursday in Elora
Thu, Sep 18, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Elora Branch
Meet with members of your community and join our discussion of books and ideas.
Registration is now closed
Scavenger Hunt - Fall Frenzy
Fri, Sep 19, All day
Clifford Branch
Dig through the stacks, wander past the computers, and keep an eye out for what might be hiding in the library! Drop in September 16-27.
Make and Take - Brilliant Bookmarks
Fri, Sep 19, All day
Rockwood Branch
Drop by and get creative with provided art and craft supplies. September 19th to September 20th.
Culture Days - Crafts and Activities
Fri, Sep 19, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Mount Forest Branch
Culture Days is an annual national celebration of arts, culture, and creativity. Take part by joining us for activities at your local library.
Family Story Time - Babies, Toddlers, and Preschoolers
Fri, Sep 19, 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.
Baby Time - September 12, 19, 26, October 3, 10, 17
Fri, Sep 19, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Fergus Branch
Introduce your baby to the library and a love of books through finger plays, songs, rhymes and stories.
Registration is now closed
Baby Time
Fri, Sep 19, 11:15am - 11:45am
Marden Branch
Introduce your baby to the library and a love of books through finger plays, songs, rhymes and stories.
Book Club - Get to Know the Club
Fri, Sep 19, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Clifford Branch
Meet with members of your community and join our discussion of books and ideas.
Cancelled
Scrabble Club
Fri, Sep 19, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Erin Branch
Join us for casual word building entertainment!
Scrabble Club
Fri, Sep 19, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Hillsburgh Branch
Join us for casual word building entertainment!
Book Club - Third Friday
Fri, Sep 19, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Aboyne Branch
Meet with members of your community and join our discussion of books and ideas.
This event is full
Craft and Create - Handmade Chenille Flowers
Fri, Sep 19, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Hillsburgh Branch
Learn new creative techniques and explore library resources with a hands-on project.
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