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Summer Special Guest

Inflated Ego
2025-08-15 14:00:00 2025-08-15 15:00:00 America/New_York Summer Special Guest Join us for a visit from special guest Kricket of Inflated Ego! We'll have a poppin' good time with this interactive musical balloon show for all ages. Harriston Branch -

Friday, August 15
2:00pm - 3:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-08-15 14:00:00 2025-08-15 15:00:00 America/New_York Summer Special Guest Join us for a visit from special guest Kricket of Inflated Ego! We'll have a poppin' good time with this interactive musical balloon show for all ages. Harriston Branch -

Join us for a visit from special guest Kricket of Inflated Ego! We'll have a poppin' good time with this interactive musical balloon show for all ages.

AGE GROUP: | All Ages |

EVENT TYPE: | Summer Reading | Special Events |

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Harriston Branch
Phone: 519.338.2396
Hours
Mon, Aug 11 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Aug 12 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Aug 13 1:00PM to 8:00PM
Thu, Aug 14 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Aug 15 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Aug 16 10:00AM to 3:00PM
Sun, Aug 17 Closed
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About the branch

Harriston Branch is located in central Harriston and shares the historic Carnegie building with the Minto Arts Council. Resources include a rentable meeting room, Wi-Fi, and computer access.

Upcoming events

Summer Games - Northern Lights
Wed, Aug 13, All day
Aboyne Branch
Navigate a world of brain-boosting fun and games at the library.
Summer Make and Take - Create your own Aurora Borealis
Wed, Aug 13, All day
Aboyne Branch
Drop in for some cool self-guided creations. From August 11 to August 17.
Summer Make and Take - Drop In Craft
Wed, Aug 13, All day
Hillsburgh Branch
Drop in for some cool self-guided creations.
Summer Scavenger Hunt - Rain or Shine!
Wed, Aug 13, All day
Clifford Branch
Search the world around you for hidden treasures! From August 5-16.
Summer Make and Take - Mythology Monster Masks
Wed, Aug 13, All day
Clifford Branch
Drop in for some cool self-guided creations. From August 12-23.
Family Story Time
Wed, Aug 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.
Summer Story Time
Wed, Aug 13, 10:30am - 11:00am
Arthur Branch
Travel the world through the magic of stories and songs.
Cancelled
Craft and Create
Wed, Aug 13, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Palmerston Branch
Learn new creative techniques and explore library resources with a hands-on project.
Summer Story Time - Rainforest Friends
Wed, Aug 13, 10:30am - 11:00am
Fergus Branch
Travel the world through the magic of stories and songs.
Summer Games - Lazy Lawn Games REDUX
Wed, Aug 13, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hillsburgh Branch
Navigate a world of brain-boosting fun and games at the library.
Registration is now closed
Summer Games - Globetrotting Trivia
Wed, Aug 13, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Puslinch Branch
Navigate a world of brain-boosting fun and games at the library.
Summer Adventures - Boomwhackers
Wed, Aug 13, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Elora Branch
Chart a course to your local library for a globetrotting adventure.
Book Club - Second Wednesday Afternoon
Wed, Aug 13, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Marden Branch
Meet with members of your community and join our discussion of books and ideas.
This event is full
Summer Adventures - Nature Exploration
Wed, Aug 13, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Rockwood Branch
Chart a course to your local library for a globetrotting adventure.
Registration is now closed
Summer STEM Activities - Junk Builders
Wed, Aug 13, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Clifford Branch
Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math will spark your imagination on this global journey.
Let the Games Begin - "Bored" Game Bonanza
Wed, Aug 13, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Drayton Branch
From cards to puzzles, board games to word games, drop by the library for a friendly challenge.
At the Movies - How to Train Your Dragon
Wed, Aug 13, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Harriston Branch
Join us for a showing of How to Train Your Dragon. Bring a blanket and we'll provide the popcorn! Running time 119 minutes; rated PG.
Book Club - Second Wednesday Afternoon
Wed, Aug 13, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Arthur Branch
Meet with members of your community and join our discussion of books and ideas.
Summer Crafty Creations - Aurora Borealis Mixed-media Nightscape
Wed, Aug 13, 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, Aug 13, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Rockwood Branch
Join fellow fantasy fans to build characters and explore new worlds.
Registration is now closed
Summer Crafty Creations - Teen Paint Night
Wed, Aug 13, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Marden Branch
Join us on a creative quest to enjoy some hands-on fun.
Summer Games - Northern Lights
Thu, Aug 14, All day
Aboyne Branch
Navigate a world of brain-boosting fun and games at the library.
Summer Scavenger Hunt - Rain or Shine!
Thu, Aug 14, All day
Clifford Branch
Search the world around you for hidden treasures! From August 5-16.
Summer Make and Take - Create your own Aurora Borealis
Thu, Aug 14, All day
Aboyne Branch
Drop in for some cool self-guided creations. From August 11 to August 17.
Summer Make and Take - Drop In Craft
Thu, Aug 14, All day
Hillsburgh Branch
Drop in for some cool self-guided creations.
Summer Make and Take - Mythology Monster Masks
Thu, Aug 14, All day
Clifford Branch
Drop in for some cool self-guided creations. From August 12-23.
Family Story Time
Thu, Aug 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.
Summer Story Time - Family Nature Story Time
Thu, Aug 14, 10:30am - 11:15am
Aboyne Branch
Travel the world through the magic of stories and songs.
This event is full
Summer Story Time
Thu, Aug 14, 10:30am - 11:00am
Mount Forest Branch
Travel the world through the magic of stories and songs.
Summer Story Time
Thu, Aug 14, 10:30am - 11:15am
Palmerston Branch
Travel the world through the magic of stories and songs.
Summer Story Time - Animals of the World
Thu, Aug 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Puslinch Branch
Travel the world through the magic of stories and songs.
Summer Crafty Creations - Kitty Coin Pouch
Thu, Aug 14, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Fergus Branch
Join us on a creative quest to enjoy some hands-on fun.
Summer Crafty Creations - Hot Air Balloon Craft
Thu, Aug 14, 1:00pm - 1:45pm
Hillsburgh Branch
Join us on a creative quest to enjoy some hands-on fun.
Summer Special Guest - Investigate It! Workshop
Thu, Aug 14, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Elora Branch
Become a forensic scientist and help solve a whodunit with Scientists in School! We'll examine clues left behind at the scene, take our own fingerprints, analyze a mysterious note and more. Ages 4-12.
This event is full
Summer STEM Activities - All Aboard
Thu, Aug 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Palmerston Branch
Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math will spark your imagination on this global journey.
Build It! LEGO Challenge
Thu, Aug 14, 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 Crafty Creations - Trinket Box Craft Camp
Thu, Aug 14, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Arthur Branch
Join us on a creative quest to enjoy some hands-on fun.
Registration is now closed
At the Movies - Mufasa:The Lion King
Thu, Aug 14, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Clifford Branch
Join us for a showing of Mufasa: The Lion King. Bring a blanket and we'll provide the popcorn! Running time: 120 minutes; Rated G.
Summer Crafty Creations - Sewing Workshop
Thu, Aug 14, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Rockwood Branch
Join us on a creative quest to enjoy some hands-on fun.
Book Club - Thursday Night Book Club
Thu, Aug 14, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Erin Branch
Meet with members of your community and join our discussion of books and ideas.
This event is full
Summer Make and Take - Create your own Aurora Borealis
Fri, Aug 15, All day
Aboyne Branch
Drop in for some cool self-guided creations. From August 11 to August 17.
Summer Make and Take - Drop In Craft
Fri, Aug 15, All day
Hillsburgh Branch
Drop in for some cool self-guided creations.
Summer Games - Northern Lights
Fri, Aug 15, All day
Aboyne Branch
Navigate a world of brain-boosting fun and games at the library.
Summer Scavenger Hunt - Rain or Shine!
Fri, Aug 15, All day
Clifford Branch
Search the world around you for hidden treasures! From August 5-16.
Summer Make and Take - Mythology Monster Masks
Fri, Aug 15, All day
Clifford Branch
Drop in for some cool self-guided creations. From August 12-23.
Summer Story Time - Outdoor Story Time
Fri, Aug 15, 10:30am - 11:00am
Marden Branch
Travel the world through the magic of stories and songs.
Summer STEM Activities - Minute to Win It
Fri, Aug 15, 10:30am - 4:00pm
Aboyne Branch
Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math will spark your imagination on this global journey.
Summer Crafty Creations - Sewing Bags
Fri, Aug 15, 10:30am - 11:30am
Elora Branch
Join us on a creative quest to enjoy some hands-on fun.
This event is full
Summer Story Time - Myths and Lore
Fri, Aug 15, 11:00am - 11:45am
Clifford Branch
Travel the world through the magic of stories and songs.
Summer Special Guest - Inflated Ego
Fri, Aug 15, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hillsburgh Branch
Join us for a visit from special guest Kricket of Inflated Ego! We'll have a poppin' good time with this interactive musical balloon show for all ages.
Baby Time - July 11, 18, 25 and Aug 1, 8, 15
Fri, Aug 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.
Registration is now closed
Summer Crafty Creations - World Flags Garland
Fri, Aug 15, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Puslinch Branch
Join us on a creative quest to enjoy some hands-on fun.
Summer Crafty Creations - Ocean in a Bottle
Fri, Aug 15, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Arthur Branch
Join us on a creative quest to enjoy some hands-on fun.
Inspiration Lab - Drop-In
Fri, Aug 15, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Hillsburgh Branch
Drop in and get creative with technology and maker culture in the Inspiration Lab!
Cancelled
Scrabble Club
Fri, Aug 15, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Erin Branch
Join us for casual word building entertainment!
At the Movies - Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs
Fri, Aug 15, 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Palmerston Branch
Join us for a showing of Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs. Bring a blanket and we'll provide the popcorn! Running time 90 minutes; rated G.
Book Club - Third Friday
Fri, Aug 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
Summer Games - Nintendo Switch
Fri, Aug 15, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Drayton Branch
Navigate a world of brain-boosting fun and games at the library.
Summer Games - Chess
Fri, Aug 15, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Rockwood Branch
Navigate a world of brain-boosting fun and games at the library.
Hooks and Needles
Fri, Aug 15, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Marden Branch
Bring your own project and join others for knitting, cross-stich, and other fibre arts.
This event is full
Summer Special Guest - Inflated Ego
Fri, Aug 15, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Harriston Branch
Join us for a visit from special guest Kricket of Inflated Ego! We'll have a poppin' good time with this interactive musical balloon show for all ages.
At the Movies
Fri, Aug 15, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Hillsburgh Branch
Join us for a movie. Bring a blanket and we'll provide the popcorn! Running time between 90 and 120 minutes, rated G.
Summer Make and Take - Mythology Monster Masks
Sat, Aug 16, All day
Clifford Branch
Drop in for some cool self-guided creations. From August 12-23.
Build It! LEGO Challenge - Toppling Towers
Sat, Aug 16, All day
Clifford Branch
Join us for some exciting LEGO challenges! You bring your creativity and we will provide the building blocks.
Summer Make and Take - Drop In Craft
Sat, Aug 16, All day
Hillsburgh Branch
Drop in for some cool self-guided creations.
Summer Make and Take - Create your own Aurora Borealis
Sat, Aug 16, All day
Aboyne Branch
Drop in for some cool self-guided creations. From August 11 to August 17.
Summer Games - Northern Lights
Sat, Aug 16, All day
Aboyne Branch
Navigate a world of brain-boosting fun and games at the library.
Summer Scavenger Hunt - Rain or Shine!
Sat, Aug 16, All day
Clifford Branch
Search the world around you for hidden treasures! From August 5-16.
Level Up Games - Nintendo Switch™ed up Saturday
Sat, Aug 16, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Hillsburgh 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.
Craft and Create - Fairy Doors
Sat, Aug 16, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Arthur Branch
Learn new creative techniques and explore library resources with a hands-on project.
Craft and Create - Canning Ring Sunflower
Sat, Aug 16, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Harriston Branch
Learn new creative techniques and explore library resources with a hands-on project.
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