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Summer Story Time

Drop-In
2025-07-02 11:00:00 2025-07-02 11:45:00 America/New_York Summer Story Time Travel the world through the magic of stories and songs. Hillsburgh Branch -

Wednesday, July 02
11:00am - 11:45am

Add to Calendar 2025-07-02 11:00:00 2025-07-02 11:45:00 America/New_York Summer Story Time Travel the world through the magic of stories and songs. Hillsburgh Branch -

Travel the world through the magic of stories and songs.

Drop in, cool off, and enjoy stories together!

Join us for a laid-back, laughter-filled Family Summer Story Time, perfect for families with kids of all ages! No registration needed—just drop in, find a cozy spot, and get ready to enjoy stories under the sun (or in the shade).

Each session features a fun mix of picture books, songs, and movement, all designed to spark imagination and keep summer brains buzzing. Whether you're stopping by after the playground or making it part of your Wednesday routine, it’s the perfect way to slow down and connect through the magic of storytelling.

Adult accompaniment is required for children under 8 years.

AGE GROUP: | Toddlers 1-3 years | Preschoolers 3-5 years | Kids 5-9 years | Families | All Ages |

EVENT TYPE: | Summer Reading | Every Child Ready to Read |

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Hillsburgh Branch
Phone: 519.855.4010
Hours
We're closed Tuesday July 01 due to Canada Day
Mon, Jun 30 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Tue, Jul 01 Closed
(Canada Day)
Wed, Jul 02 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Jul 03 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Jul 04 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Jul 05 10:00AM to 3:00PM
Sun, Jul 06 1:00PM to 5:00PM
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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

Hooks and Needles
Mon, Jun 30, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Erin Branch
Bring your own project and join others for knitting, cross-stich, and other fibre arts.
Hooks and Needles - Drop-In
Mon, Jun 30, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Hillsburgh Branch
Bring your own project and join others for knitting, cross-stich, and other fibre arts.
Summer Make and Take - Jingle sticks
Wed, Jul 02, All day
Harriston Branch
Drop in for some cool self-guided creations. From July 2 to July 4.
Summer Make and Take - Drop In Craft
Wed, Jul 02, All day
Hillsburgh Branch
Drop in for some cool self-guided creations.
Summer Scavenger Hunt - Nature's Garden
Wed, Jul 02, All day
Mount Forest Branch
Search the world around you for hidden treasures! From July 2nd to July 12th.
Summer Scavenger Hunt - LEGO minifigures
Wed, Jul 02, All day
Palmerston Branch
Search the world around you for hidden treasures! From July 2 to July 5.
Summer Make and Take - Hot Air Balloon Craft
Wed, Jul 02, All day
Marden Branch
Drop in for some cool self-guided creations. From July 2 to the 19.
Summer Adventures - Globetrotters
Wed, Jul 02, All day
Aboyne Branch
Chart a course to your local library for a globetrotting adventure.
Summer Make and Take - Crafty Camera
Wed, Jul 02, All day
Aboyne Branch
Drop in for some cool self-guided creations. From July 2 - July 6.
Summer Scavenger Hunt - Natural Wonders of the World
Wed, Jul 02, All day
Aboyne Branch
Search the world around you for hidden treasures! From July 2 to July 6.
Summer Make and Take - Photo Fun
Wed, Jul 02, All day
Mount Forest Branch
Drop in for some cool self-guided creations. From July 2 to July 5.
Summer Scavenger Hunt
Wed, Jul 02, All day
Marden Branch
Search the world around you for hidden treasures! From July 2-19.
Summer Make and Take - Adventure Backpack
Wed, Jul 02, All day
Clifford Branch
Drop in for some cool self-guided creations. From July 2-12.
Summer Scavenger Hunt - Pokémon in the library! Can you catch them all?
Wed, Jul 02, All day
Rockwood Branch
Search the world around you for hidden treasures! From June 30th to July 5th.
Summer Scavenger Hunt - Around the World
Wed, Jul 02, All day
Drayton Branch
Search the world around you for hidden treasures! From July 2 to August 23.
Summer Scavenger Hunt - Where's Wally?
Wed, Jul 02, 10:00am - 8:00pm
Puslinch Branch
Search the world around you for hidden treasures! From July 2 to July 12.
Summer Story Time
Wed, Jul 02, 10:30am - 11:00am
Arthur Branch
Travel the world through the magic of stories and songs.
Summer Adventures - Grass Heads
Wed, Jul 02, 10:30am - 11:30am
Erin Branch
Chart a course to your local library for a globetrotting adventure.
This event is full
Baby Time
Wed, Jul 02, 10:30am - 11:00am
Aboyne Branch
Introduce your baby to the library and a love of books through finger plays, songs, rhymes and stories.
Summer Adventures - Animals All Around
Wed, Jul 02, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Rockwood Branch
Chart a course to your local library for a globetrotting adventure.
Summer Story Time - Drop-In
Wed, Jul 02, 11:00am - 11:45am
Hillsburgh Branch
Travel the world through the magic of stories and songs.
Summer Adventures - Summer Passport
Wed, Jul 02, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Puslinch Branch
Chart a course to your local library for a globetrotting adventure.
Summer Crafty Creations - Drop-In
Wed, Jul 02, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Fergus Branch
Join us on a creative quest to enjoy some hands-on fun.
Summer Crafty Creations - Hot Air Balloons
Wed, Jul 02, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Clifford Branch
Join us on a creative quest to enjoy some hands-on fun.
At the Movies - Moana 2
Wed, Jul 02, 2:00pm - 3:40pm
Harriston Branch
Join us for a showing of Moana 2. Bring a blanket and we'll provide the popcorn! Running time 1 hour and 40 minutes; rated PG.
Summer Adventures - Magic Tree House
Wed, Jul 02, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Drayton Branch
Chart a course to your local library for a globetrotting adventure.
Summer Crafty Creations - Cricut Mug
Wed, Jul 02, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Aboyne Branch
Join us on a creative quest to enjoy some hands-on fun.
This event is full
Dungeons and Dragons Club - Group Emerald
Wed, Jul 02, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Rockwood Branch
Join fellow fantasy fans to build characters and explore new worlds.
Summer Make and Take - Drop In Craft
Thu, Jul 03, All day
Hillsburgh Branch
Drop in for some cool self-guided creations.
Summer Make and Take - Adventure Backpack
Thu, Jul 03, All day
Clifford Branch
Drop in for some cool self-guided creations. From July 2-12.
Summer Make and Take - Crafty Camera
Thu, Jul 03, All day
Aboyne Branch
Drop in for some cool self-guided creations. From July 2 - July 6.
Summer Adventures - Globetrotters
Thu, Jul 03, All day
Aboyne Branch
Chart a course to your local library for a globetrotting adventure.
Summer Story Time
Thu, Jul 03, 10:30am - 11:15am
Palmerston Branch
Travel the world through the magic of stories and songs.
Family Story Time
Thu, Jul 03, 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.
Summer Story Time - Family Nature Story Time
Thu, Jul 03, 10:30am - 11:15am
Aboyne Branch
Travel the world through the magic of stories and songs.
This event is full
Summer Special Guest - Four Paws Flying Entertainment
Thu, Jul 03, 10:30am - 11:30am
Mount Forest Branch
Join us for a paw-some adventure with Jenelle and her talented rescue dogs! This special pack will amaze with their tricks, talents and agility.
Summer Special Guest - Magical Mr. Oh!
Thu, Jul 03, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Elora Branch
The Magical Mr. Oh! will be joining us for an interactive show filled with magic, mirth and mayhem!
Summer Crafty Creations - Drop-In
Thu, Jul 03, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Fergus Branch
Join us on a creative quest to enjoy some hands-on fun.
Build It! LEGO Challenge
Thu, Jul 03, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Drayton Branch
Join us for some exciting LEGO challenges! You bring your creativity and we will provide the building blocks.
Summer Special Guest - Four Paws Flying Entertainment
Thu, Jul 03, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Puslinch Branch
Join us for a paw-some adventure with Jenelle and her talented rescue dogs! This special pack will amaze with their tricks, talents and agility.
Dungeons and Dragons Club - Tween/Teen
Thu, Jul 03, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Harriston Branch
Join fellow fantasy fans to build characters and explore new worlds.
At the Movies - Dog Man
Thu, Jul 03, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Clifford Branch
Join us for a showing of Dog Man. Bring a blanket and we'll provide the popcorn! Running time: 89 minutes; Rated G.
Summer Crafty Creations - Watermelon Wonders
Thu, Jul 03, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Mount Forest Branch
Join us on a creative quest to enjoy some hands-on fun.
Dungeons and Dragons Club
Thu, Jul 03, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Elora Branch
Join fellow fantasy fans to build characters and explore new worlds.
This event is full
Cricut Creations - Crafting Session
Thu, Jul 03, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Rockwood Branch
Learn to use a Cricut electronic cutting machine to create and embellish maker projects. Machines are also available for in-branch use.
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