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Family Story Time

Drop-In (Registration is not required)

2025-03-25 10:30:00 2025-03-25 11:15:00 America/New_York Family Story Time 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. Hillsburgh Branch -

Tuesday, March 25
10:30am - 11:15am

Add to Calendar 2025-03-25 10:30:00 2025-03-25 11:15:00 America/New_York Family Story Time 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. 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.

Adult accompaniment is required.
 

AGE GROUP: | Toddlers 1-3 years | Preschoolers 3-5 years |

EVENT TYPE: | Every Child Ready to Read |

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Hillsburgh Branch
Phone: 519.855.4010
Hours
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Mon, May 11 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Tue, May 12 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, May 13 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, May 14 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, May 15 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, May 16 10:00AM to 3:00PM
Sun, May 17 Closed
(Victoria Day)
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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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Let the Games Begin - Community Puzzle Swap
Tue, May 12, 10:00am - 8:00pm
Mount Forest Branch
From cards to puzzles, board games to word games, drop by the library for a friendly challenge.
Toddler Time
Tue, May 12, 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. Drop in on Tuesdays, May 5 - June 9.
Story Time
Tue, May 12, 10:30am - 11:30am
Erin Village 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
Toddler Time
Tue, May 12, 10:30am - 11:00am
Drayton Branch
Come explore the alphabet with us! Share stories, songs, rhymes and activities aimed at developing your child's early literacy skills. This session runs March 24 - May 12.
Baby Time
Tue, May 12, 11:15am - 11:45am
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Introduce your baby to the library and a love of books through finger plays, songs, rhymes and stories.
This event is full
Silver Screen Movie
Tue, May 12, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
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Join Rockwood Branch and the Guelph-Eramosa Older Adult Centre for a relaxed afternoon of film and conversation.
Creative Kids
Tue, May 12, 3:45pm - 4:45pm
Palmerston Branch
Get crafty and learn new things with DIY, maker, and other hands-on activities just for kids.
Let the Games Begin - Drop-In
Tue, May 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Fergus Branch
From cards to puzzles, board games to word games, drop by the library for a friendly challenge.
Teen Café - Custom Tote Bags
Tue, May 12, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Arthur Branch
Hang out with other like-minded teens and make, watch, chat, and explore. Using iron on vinyl, customise a tote bag to your interests and style.
Creative Kids - Yarn Painting
Tue, May 12, 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
Trivia Challenge - Up to 7 teams
Tue, May 12, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Fergus Branch
Test your memory in a fun and interesting way! Join us for an informal round of trivia challenges.
Cricut Creations - Create Your Own Mug
Tue, May 12, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Erin Village Branch
Learn to use a Cricut electronic cutting machine to create and embellish maker projects. Machines are also available for in-branch use.
This event is full
Book Club - Off the Menu Cookbook Club
Tue, May 12, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Mount Forest Branch
Meet with members of your community and join our discussion of books and ideas.
Book Club - Books and Banter
Tue, May 12, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Drayton Branch
Meet with members of your community and join our discussion of books and ideas.
Hooks and Needles - BYOC
Tue, May 12, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
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Bring your own project and join others for knitting, cross-stitch, and other fibre arts.
Cancelled
Book Club - Tuesday Evening
Tue, May 12, 7:00pm - 7:45pm
Harriston Branch
Meet with members of your community and join our discussion of books and ideas.
Let the Games Begin - Community Puzzle Swap
Wed, May 13, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Mount Forest Branch
From cards to puzzles, board games to word games, drop by the library for a friendly challenge.
Family Story Time
Wed, May 13, 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.
Story Time
Wed, May 13, 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
Toddler Time
Wed, May 13, 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, May 13, 10:30am - 11:00am
Erin Village Branch
Introduce your baby to the library and a love of books through finger plays, songs, rhymes and stories.
This event is full
Baby Time
Wed, May 13, 10:30am - 11:00am
Aboyne Branch
Introduce your baby to the library and a love of books through finger plays, songs, rhymes and stories.
This event is full
Baby Time
Wed, May 13, 11:00am - 11:30am
Drayton Branch
Introduce your baby to the library and a love of books through finger plays, songs, rhymes and stories. This series runs April 1,15,29, and May 13.
Scrabble Club
Wed, May 13, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
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Join us for casual word building entertainment!
Book Club - Second Wednesday Afternoon
Wed, May 13, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
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Meet with members of your community and join our discussion of books and ideas.
Book Club - Second Wednesday Afternoon
Wed, May 13, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Arthur Branch
Meet with members of your community and join our discussion of books and ideas.
At the Movies - Silver Screen Surprise
Wed, May 13, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
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Join us for a movie and we'll provide the popcorn! Running time between 90 and 120 minutes, rated G or PG-13.
Stuffie Sleepover
Wed, May 13, 5:00pm - 5:45pm
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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?
Dungeons and Dragons - Ruby
Wed, May 13, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
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Join fellow fantasy fans to build characters and explore new worlds.
This event is full
Book Club - Second Wednesday Evening
Wed, May 13, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Arthur Branch
Meet with members of your community and join our discussion of books and ideas.
Registration is now closed
Rescheduled
Book Club - Wednesday Night in Drayton
Wed, May 13, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
New date Wednesday, May 20, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Drayton Branch
Meet with members of your community and join our discussion of books and ideas.
Let the Games Begin - Community Puzzle Swap
Thu, May 14, 10:00am - 8:00pm
Mount Forest Branch
From cards to puzzles, board games to word games, drop by the library for a friendly challenge.
Story Time
Thu, May 14, 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, May 14, 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.
Toddler Time
Thu, May 14, 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. Drop in Thursdays, May 7 - June 11,
Family Story Time
Thu, May 14, 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.
Toddler Time
Thu, May 14, 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.
STEAM Story Time
Thu, May 14, 11:00am - 11:45am
Puslinch Branch
Bring your preschoolers to explore Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math using stories and hands-on activities.
Cricut Creations - Layered teacup card
Thu, May 14, 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.
Let the Games Begin - All Abilities
Thu, May 14, 1:15pm - 2:00pm
Fergus Branch
From cards to puzzles, board games to word games, drop by the library for a friendly challenge.
This event is full
Hooks and Needles - Drop-in
Thu, May 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Mount Forest Branch
Bring your own project and join others for knitting, cross-stich, and other fibre arts.
Dungeons and Dragons - Second Thursday Group
Thu, May 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Elora Branch
Join fellow fantasy fans to build characters and explore new worlds.
This event is full
After School Adventures - Seed Bombs + Launchers
Thu, May 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Rockwood Branch
Join us at the end of the school day for games, crafts, and a wide variety of fun activities.
Teen Book Club
Thu, May 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Palmerston Branch
Discover great books, share new stories, explore important topics, and have some bookish fun.
Craft and Create - Beaded Bracelet
Thu, May 14, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Fergus Branch
Learn new creative techniques and explore library resources with a hands-on project.
Dungeons and Dragons
Thu, May 14, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Puslinch Branch
Join fellow fantasy fans to build characters and explore new worlds.
This event is full
Movie Club - Check-Out Cinema Club
Thu, May 14, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
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Share a flick and join in a friendly discussion with fellow movie-goers.
Book Club - Thursday Night Book Club
Thu, May 14, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Erin Village Branch
Meet with members of your community and join our discussion of books and ideas.
This event is full
Let the Games Begin - Community Puzzle Swap
Fri, May 15, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Mount Forest Branch
From cards to puzzles, board games to word games, drop by the library for a friendly challenge.
Family Story Time
Fri, May 15, 10:30am - 11:15am
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
Fri, May 15, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Fergus Branch
Introduce your baby to the library and a love of books through finger plays, songs, rhymes and stories. Join us May 8 - June 12.
Book Club - Third Friday - Bookmarks
Fri, May 15, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Aboyne Branch
Meet with members of your community and join our discussion of books and ideas.
This event is full
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