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Book Club

Dark Oddities
2025-10-17 13:00:00 2025-10-17 14:00:00 America/New_York Book Club Meet with members of your community and join our discussion of books and ideas. Clifford Branch -

Friday, October 17
1:00pm - 2:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-10-17 13:00:00 2025-10-17 14:00:00 America/New_York Book Club Meet with members of your community and join our discussion of books and ideas. Clifford Branch -

Meet with members of your community and join our discussion of books and ideas.

Stop by the Clifford Branch to discuss recommended reads and variety of different genres with fellow readers in your community. Each book club meeting will explore a new genre or theme, encouraging attendees to bring their own recommendations and opinions to share with the group. This month we will be discussing the dark oddities of literature, from fantasy grimoires to penny dreadfuls to classic gothic horror. Whether you're an adventurous reader or just looking to try something out of your comfort zone, join us for an extra spooky discussion.

AGE GROUP: | Adults 18+ |

EVENT TYPE: | Book Clubs |

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Clifford Branch
Phone: 519.327.8328
Hours
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We're closed Monday October 13 due to Thanksgiving
Mon, Oct 13 Closed
(Thanksgiving)
Tue, Oct 14 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Oct 15 2:00PM to 8:00PM
Thu, Oct 16 2:00PM to 8:00PM
Fri, Oct 17 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Oct 18 10:00AM to 3:00PM
Sun, Oct 19 Closed
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About the branch

Clifford Branch is located by the post office and fire hall. It shares the building with Minto-Mapleton Family Health Team. Resources include a rentable meeting room, Wi-Fi, computer access, and a hitching post.

Upcoming events

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Scavenger Hunt - Halloween Haunts
Tue, Oct 14, 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 October 18 to October 31.
Scavenger Hunt - Monster Month Scavenger Hunt
Tue, Oct 14, All day
Elora Branch
Dig through the stacks, wander past the computers, and keep an eye out for what might be hiding in the library! All week during branch open hours.
Toddler Time - Drop-In September/October Session
Tue, Oct 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.
Baby Time
Tue, Oct 14, 11:15am - 11:45am
Elora Branch
Introduce your baby to the library and a love of books through finger plays, songs, rhymes and stories.
Silver Screen Movie
Tue, Oct 14, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Rockwood Branch
Join Rockwood Branch and the Guelph-Eramosa Older Adult Centre for a relaxed afternoon of film and conversation.
Ask an Archivist
Tue, Oct 14, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
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Researching your house? Need a little more help with your genealogy search? Bring your questions and join us for a chat with a staff member from the Wellington County Archives. Please register.
Creative Kids
Tue, Oct 14, 3:45pm - 4:45pm
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Get crafty and learn new things with DIY, maker, and other hands-on activities just for kids.
Let the Games Begin
Tue, Oct 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
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From cards to puzzles, board games to word games, drop by the library for a friendly challenge.
Teen Café
Tue, Oct 14, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
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Hang out with other like-minded teens and make, watch, chat, and explore.
Creative Kids - Printmaking Art
Tue, Oct 14, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
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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
Tue, Oct 14, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
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Join fellow fantasy fans to build characters and explore new worlds.
Book Club - Off the Menu Cook Book Club
Tue, Oct 14, 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, Oct 14, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Drayton Branch
Meet with members of your community and join our discussion of books and ideas.
Book Club - Tuesday Evening
Tue, Oct 14, 7:00pm - 7:45pm
Harriston Branch
Meet with members of your community and join our discussion of books and ideas.
Scavenger Hunt - Halloween Haunts
Wed, Oct 15, 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 October 18 to October 31.
Toddler Time
Wed, Oct 15, 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.
Story Time
Wed, Oct 15, 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 - September/October Sessions
Wed, Oct 15, 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
Baby Time
Wed, Oct 15, 10:30am - 11:00am
Aboyne Branch
Introduce your baby to the library and a love of books through finger plays, songs, rhymes and stories.
Scrabble Club
Wed, Oct 15, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
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Join us for casual word building entertainment!
Book Club - Third Wednesday Afternoon in Hillsburgh
Wed, Oct 15, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Hillsburgh Branch
Meet with members of your community and join our discussion of books and ideas.
This event is full
Creative Kids - Pinecone Pals and Leafy Critters
Wed, Oct 15, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Clifford Branch
Get crafty and learn new things with DIY, maker, and other hands-on activities just for kids.
Book Club - Wednesday Night in Drayton
Wed, Oct 15, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Drayton Branch
Meet with members of your community and join our discussion of books and ideas.
Book Club - Happily Ever After Club
Wed, Oct 15, 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 - Third Wednesday Evening
Wed, Oct 15, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Marden Branch
Meet with members of your community and join our discussion of books and ideas.
This event is full
Exploring the Great Courses - Secrets of the Occult
Wed, Oct 15, 7:00pm - 7:45pm
Harriston Branch
Learn how to access The Great Courses through Kanopy using your library card. Then enjoy the first lesson of a Great Courses class with us in a no-pressure environment.
Scavenger Hunt - Halloween Haunts
Thu, Oct 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 October 18 to October 31.
Family Story Time - Every Child Ready to Learn
Thu, Oct 16, 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
Family Story Time
Thu, Oct 16, 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 - Drop-In September/October Session
Thu, Oct 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.
Family Story Time
Thu, Oct 16, 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.
Toddler Time
Thu, Oct 16, 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.
This event is full
Story Time
Thu, Oct 16, 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, Oct 16, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Mount Forest Branch
Bring your own project and join others for knitting, cross-stich, and other fibre arts.
Cricut Creations - Paper Halloween Lantern
Thu, Oct 16, 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, Oct 16, 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, Oct 16, 3:45pm - 4:45pm
Drayton Branch
Join us for some exciting LEGO challenges! You bring your creativity and we will provide the building blocks.
Dungeons and Dragons Club - Tweens and Teens
Thu, Oct 16, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Clifford Branch
Join fellow fantasy fans to build characters and explore new worlds.
Cancelled
Stuffie Sleepover
Thu, Oct 16, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Clifford Branch
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 Club - Adults
Thu, Oct 16, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Arthur Branch
Join fellow fantasy fans to build characters and explore new worlds.
Craft and Create - Hallowe'en Lantern
Thu, Oct 16, 6:00pm - 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 - Teens
Thu, Oct 16, 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, Oct 16, 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, Oct 16, 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 - Halloween Haunts
Fri, Oct 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 October 18 to October 31.
Family Story Time - Babies, Toddlers, and Preschoolers
Fri, Oct 17, 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, Oct 17, 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
Family Story Time - Drop-In
Fri, Oct 17, 11:00am - 11:45am
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.
Book Club - Dark Oddities
Fri, Oct 17, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Clifford Branch
Meet with members of your community and join our discussion of books and ideas.
Scrabble Club
Fri, Oct 17, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Hillsburgh Branch
Join us for casual word building entertainment!
Cancelled
Scrabble Club
Fri, Oct 17, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Erin Village Branch
Join us for casual word building entertainment!
Book Club - Third Friday
Fri, Oct 17, 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 - Autumn Abstract Painting
Fri, Oct 17, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Hillsburgh Branch
Learn new creative techniques and explore library resources with a hands-on project.
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