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Babysitting Basics Course

2026-01-30 10:00:00 2026-01-30 16:45:00 America/New_York Babysitting Basics Course The Red Cross babysitting basics course helps prospective babysitters learn the skills they need. Ages 11-15, $65.00 course fee. Elora Branch -

Friday, January 30
10:00am - 4:45pm

Add to Calendar 2026-01-30 10:00:00 2026-01-30 16:45:00 America/New_York Babysitting Basics Course The Red Cross babysitting basics course helps prospective babysitters learn the skills they need. Ages 11-15, $65.00 course fee. Elora Branch -

The Red Cross babysitting basics course helps prospective babysitters learn the skills they need. Ages 11-15, $65.00 course fee.

This full day course emphasizes safety rules, responding to emergencies, and developing leadership skills. A course fee of $65.00 is due to the instructor on the day. Cash, debit or credit will be accepted. This course is recommended for ages 11-15 however younger children may participate at the discretion of parents. Presented by Lead CPR.

AGE GROUP: | Tweens 9-13 years | Teens 13-18 years |

EVENT TYPE: | PA Day | Life and Learning |

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Elora Branch
Phone: 519.846.0190
Hours
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Mon, Jan 26 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Tue, Jan 27 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Jan 28 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Thu, Jan 29 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Jan 30 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Jan 31 10:00AM to 3:00PM
Sun, Feb 01 Closed
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About the branch

Elora Branch is located in central Elora beside the post office, at the corner of Henderson and Geddes Streets. This historic Carnegie building includes a rentable meeting room, Wi-Fi, and computer access.

Upcoming events

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Make and Take - Family Literacy Day
Tue, Jan 27, All day
Clifford Branch
Drop by and get creative with provided art and craft supplies.
Family Literacy Day - Scavenger Hunt and More!
Tue, Jan 27, All day
Drayton Branch
Celebrate Family Literacy Day at your local WCL Branch. Get creative with the 2026 theme: Make Mealtime Family Learning Time.
Book Club - Morning
Tue, Jan 27, 10:30am - 11:30am
Palmerston Branch
Meet with members of your community and join our discussion of books and ideas.
This event is full
Toddler Time - January 6 - March 3
Tue, Jan 27, 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.
Toddler Time - Drop-In January/February Session
Tue, Jan 27, 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, Jan 27, 11:15am - 11:45am
Elora Branch
Introduce your baby to the library and a love of books through finger plays, songs, rhymes and stories.
Cricut Creations - Infusible Ink Mugs
Tue, Jan 27, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Puslinch Branch
Learn to use a Cricut electronic cutting machine to create and embellish maker projects. Machines are also available for in-branch use.
Registration is now closed
Book Club
Tue, Jan 27, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Aboyne Branch
Meet with members of your community and join our discussion of books and ideas.
This event is full
Teen Café
Tue, Jan 27, 3:45pm - 4:45pm
Drayton Branch
Hang out with other like-minded teens and make, watch, chat, and explore.
Let the Games Begin - Drop-In
Tue, Jan 27, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Fergus Branch
From cards to puzzles, board games to word games, drop by the library for a friendly challenge.
Family Literacy Day - Crafting Pictures with Clay
Tue, Jan 27, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Hillsburgh Branch
Children's picture book illustrator Barbara Reid will be joining us virtually for a demonstration on how to create a picture with clay!
Registration is now closed
Let the Games Begin - Chess Club
Tue, Jan 27, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Arthur Branch
From cards to puzzles, board games to word games, drop by the library for a friendly challenge.
Dungeons and Dragons Club
Tue, Jan 27, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Arthur Branch
Join fellow fantasy fans to build characters and explore new worlds.
This event is full
Dungeons and Dragons Club
Tue, Jan 27, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Rockwood Branch
Join fellow fantasy fans to build characters and explore new worlds.
Dungeons and Dragons Club - Adult D and D
Tue, Jan 27, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Harriston Branch
Join fellow fantasy fans to build characters and explore new worlds.
Family Literacy Day - Scavenger Hunt and More!
Wed, Jan 28, All day
Drayton Branch
Celebrate Family Literacy Day at your local WCL Branch. Get creative with the 2026 theme: Make Mealtime Family Learning Time.
Baby Time
Wed, Jan 28, 10:30am - 11:00am
Aboyne Branch
Introduce your baby to the library and a love of books through finger plays, songs, rhymes and stories.
Family Story Time
Wed, Jan 28, 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.
This event is full
Story Time - January/February Session
Wed, Jan 28, 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, Jan 28, 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, Jan 28, 11:00am - 11:30am
Marden Branch
Introduce your baby to the library and a love of books through finger plays, songs, rhymes and stories.
After School Adventures
Wed, Jan 28, 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Puslinch Branch
Join us at the end of the school day for games, crafts, and a wide variety of fun activities.
Dungeons and Dragons Club - Emerald
Wed, Jan 28, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Rockwood Branch
Join fellow fantasy fans to build characters and explore new worlds.
This event is full
Craft and Create - Candle Painting
Wed, Jan 28, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Clifford Branch
Learn new creative techniques and explore library resources with a hands-on project.
Registration is now closed
Cricut Creations - Snowflake Shadowbox
Wed, Jan 28, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Marden 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
Family Literacy Day - Scavenger Hunt and More!
Thu, Jan 29, All day
Drayton Branch
Celebrate Family Literacy Day at your local WCL Branch. Get creative with the 2026 theme: Make Mealtime Family Learning Time.
Toddler Time - Drop-In January/February Session
Thu, Jan 29, 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, Jan 29, 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.
Family Story Time - Every Child Ready to Read
Thu, Jan 29, 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
Toddler Time
Thu, Jan 29, 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
Family Story Time
Thu, Jan 29, 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.
Story Time
Thu, Jan 29, 10:30am - 11:15am
Rockwood 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, Jan 29, 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, Jan 29, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Mount Forest Branch
Bring your own project and join others for knitting, cross-stich, and other fibre arts.
Tween Book Club - Story Chasers
Thu, Jan 29, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Elora Branch
Join a book club just for tweens! Discover great books, share new stories, explore important topics, and have some bookish fun.
Teen Café
Thu, Jan 29, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Palmerston Branch
Hang out with other like-minded teens and make, watch, chat, and explore.
Let the Games Begin - Patron Led Chess Club
Thu, Jan 29, 5:00pm - 7:30pm
Aboyne Branch
From cards to puzzles, board games to word games, drop by the library for a friendly challenge.
Craft and Create - Winter Gnome
Thu, Jan 29, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Fergus Branch
Learn new creative techniques and explore library resources with a hands-on project.
This event is full
Book Club - Last Thursday Evening in Hillsburgh
Thu, Jan 29, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Hillsburgh Branch
Meet with members of your community and join our discussion of books and ideas.
This event is full
Make and Take - PA Day Winter Craft!
Fri, Jan 30, All day
Hillsburgh Branch
Drop by and get creative with provided art and craft supplies.
Family Literacy Day - Scavenger Hunt and More!
Fri, Jan 30, All day
Drayton Branch
Celebrate Family Literacy Day at your local WCL Branch. Get creative with the 2026 theme: Make Mealtime Family Learning Time.
Babysitting Basics Course
Fri, Jan 30, 10:00am - 4:45pm
Elora Branch
The Red Cross babysitting basics course helps prospective babysitters learn the skills they need. Ages 11-15, $65.00 course fee.
This event is full
Stuffie Sleepover - PA Day
Fri, Jan 30, 10:30am - 11:30am
Harriston 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?
At the Movies - PA Day - "Bad Guys 2"
Fri, Jan 30, 10:30am - 12:15pm
Palmerston Branch
Join us for a showing of Bad Guys 2. Bring a blanket and we'll provide the popcorn! Running time 104 minutes; rated G.
Full STEAM Ahead - Colour My World Workshop
Fri, Jan 30, 10:30am - 11:30am
Fergus Branch
Explore Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math while creating imaginative devices.
This event is full
PA Day - Mixed Media Letter Painting
Fri, Jan 30, 10:30am - 11:30am
Drayton Branch
No school? No problem! We’ve got you covered. Join us for games, crafts, challenges and more.
Family Story Time - Babies, Toddlers, and Preschoolers
Fri, Jan 30, 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.
PA Day - Introduction to Crochet
Fri, Jan 30, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Puslinch Branch
No school? No problem! We’ve got you covered. Join us for games, crafts, challenges and more.
PA Day - Winter Games Kick-Off
Fri, Jan 30, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Aboyne Branch
No school? No problem! We’ve got you covered. Join us for games, crafts, challenges and more.
Creative Kids - Crafting Extravaganza!
Fri, Jan 30, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Marden Branch
Get crafty and learn new things with DIY, maker, and other hands-on activities just for kids.
Baby Time - January 9, 16, 23, 30, February 6, 13
Fri, Jan 30, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Fergus Branch
Introduce your baby to the library and a love of books through finger plays, songs, rhymes and stories.
This event is full
PA Day - Wonderful Winter Painting
Fri, Jan 30, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Mount Forest Branch
No school? No problem! We’ve got you covered. Join us for games, crafts, challenges and more.
PA Day - Drive-In Movie Party
Fri, Jan 30, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Clifford Branch
No school? No problem! We’ve got you covered. Join us for games, crafts, challenges and more.
At the Movies - Cars
Fri, Jan 30, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Clifford Branch
Join us for a showing of Cars. Bring a blanket and we'll provide the popcorn! Running time: 116 minutes; rated G.
PA Day - Drop-In Craft
Fri, Jan 30, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Fergus Branch
No school? No problem! We’ve got you covered. Join us for games, crafts, challenges and more.
Full STEAM Ahead - Colour My World Workshop
Fri, Jan 30, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Rockwood Branch
Explore Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math while creating imaginative devices.
This event is full
At the Movies - The Bad Guys 2
Fri, Jan 30, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Hillsburgh Branch
Join us for a showing of The Bad Guys 2. Bring a blanket and we'll provide the popcorn! Running time 102 minutes; rated G.
Hooks and Needles
Fri, Jan 30, 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
Craft and Create - Tea Bookmarks
Fri, Jan 30, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Arthur Branch
Learn new creative techniques and explore library resources with a hands-on project.
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