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Paws 4 Stories
2026-04-24 10:30:00 2026-04-24 12:30:00 America/New_York Paws 4 Stories Readers are encouraged to build new skills and gain confidence by reading aloud to a certified therapy dog. Please register. Hillsburgh Branch -

Friday, April 24
10:30am - 12:30pm

Add to Calendar 2026-04-24 10:30:00 2026-04-24 12:30:00 America/New_York Paws 4 Stories Readers are encouraged to build new skills and gain confidence by reading aloud to a certified therapy dog. Please register. Hillsburgh Branch -

Readers are encouraged to build new skills and gain confidence by reading aloud to a certified therapy dog. Please register.

Please select a thirty-minute time slot from the drop down when registering for this programme. Registration is required.

AGE GROUP: | Tweens 9-13 years | Kids 5-9 years |

EVENT TYPE: | Every Child Ready to Read |

TAGS: | Paws for Stories |

Hillsburgh Branch
Phone: 519.855.4010
Hours
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Mon, Apr 20 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Tue, Apr 21 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Apr 22 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Apr 23 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Apr 24 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Apr 25 10:00AM to 3:00PM
Sun, Apr 26 Closed
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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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Toddler Time
Tue, Apr 21, 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.
Story Time
Tue, Apr 21, 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
Book Club - Third Tuesday
Tue, Apr 21, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Puslinch Branch
Meet with members of your community and join our discussion of books and ideas.
This event is full
Let the Games Begin - Drop-In
Tue, Apr 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Fergus Branch
From cards to puzzles, board games to word games, drop by the library for a friendly challenge.
Build It! LEGO Challenge
Tue, Apr 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Palmerston Branch
Join us for some exciting LEGO challenges! You bring your creativity and we will provide the building blocks.
Dungeons and Dragons - Teen/Tween
Tue, Apr 21, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Arthur Branch
Join fellow fantasy fans to build characters and explore new worlds.
This event is full
Craft and Create - Tote Bags
Tue, Apr 21, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Mount Forest Branch
Learn new creative techniques and explore library resources with a hands-on project.
This event is full
Dungeons and Dragons - Adult D and D
Tue, Apr 21, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Harriston Branch
Join fellow fantasy fans to build characters and explore new worlds.
This event is full
Creative Kids - Paint Night
Tue, Apr 21, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Erin Village Branch
Get crafty and learn new things with DIY, maker, and other hands-on activities just for kids.
Book Club - Evening
Tue, Apr 21, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Palmerston Branch
Meet with members of your community and join our discussion of books and ideas.
Book Club - Third Tuesday
Tue, Apr 21, 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 - Off the Menu Cookbook Club
Tue, Apr 21, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Drayton Branch
Meet with members of your community and join our discussion of books and ideas.
Book Club - The Me Time Book Club
Tue, Apr 21, 6:45pm - 7:45pm
Aboyne Branch
Meet with members of your community and join our discussion of books and ideas.
This event is full
Baby Time
Wed, Apr 22, 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, Apr 22, 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, Apr 22, 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.
Tween Book Club - Page Turners
Wed, Apr 22, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Drayton Branch
Join a book club just for tweens! Discover great books, share new stories, explore important topics, and have some bookish fun.
This event is full
Craft and Create - Perler Bead Bookmarks
Wed, Apr 22, 5:00pm - 5:45pm
Clifford Branch
Learn new creative techniques and explore library resources with a hands-on project.
Dungeons and Dragons - Emerald
Wed, Apr 22, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Rockwood Branch
Join fellow fantasy fans to build characters and explore new worlds.
This event is full
Craft and Create - Painting 101
Wed, Apr 22, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Marden Branch
Learn new creative techniques and explore library resources with a hands-on project.
This event is full
Story Time
Thu, Apr 23, 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.
Toddler Time
Thu, Apr 23, 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, Apr 23, 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, Apr 23, 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.
Story Time
Thu, Apr 23, 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.
Let the Games Begin - All Abilities
Thu, Apr 23, 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, Apr 23, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Mount Forest Branch
Bring your own project and join others for knitting, cross-stich, and other fibre arts.
Cancelled
Let the Games Begin - Patron Led Chess Club
Thu, Apr 23, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Aboyne Branch
From cards to puzzles, board games to word games, drop by the library for a friendly challenge.
Book Club - Fourth Thursday Poetry Club
Thu, Apr 23, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Mount Forest Branch
Meet with members of your community and join our discussion of books and ideas.
Craft and Create - Blackout Poetry
Thu, Apr 23, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Rockwood Branch
Learn new creative techniques and explore library resources with a hands-on project.
Craft and Create - Beginner Crochet
Thu, Apr 23, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Elora Branch
Learn new creative techniques and explore library resources with a hands-on project.
This event is full
Make and Take - PA Day Fun!
Fri, Apr 24, All day
Rockwood Branch
Drop by and get creative with provided art and craft supplies. April 24th, during branch hours.
Make and Take - PA Day Spring into Crafting
Fri, Apr 24, All day
Hillsburgh Branch
Drop by the Hillsburgh Library and get creative with provided art and craft supplies.
PA Day - April Showers Make and Take
Fri, Apr 24, All day
Puslinch Branch
No school? No problem! We’ve got you covered. Join us for games, crafts, challenges and more.
PA Day - Crafty Creations
Fri, Apr 24, All day
Aboyne Branch
No school? No problem! We’ve got you covered. Join us for games, crafts, challenges and more.
Together We Create - A Kaleidoscope of Butterflies
Fri, Apr 24, All day
Drayton Branch
Together we can make something amazing! Drop in for collaborative art, puzzles and fun.
Babysitting Basics Course
Fri, Apr 24, 10:00am - 4:45pm
Erin Village 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
Fri, Apr 24, 10:30am - 11:30am
Marden 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?
PA Day - Beginner Crochet
Fri, Apr 24, 10:30am - 11:30am
Elora Branch
No school? No problem! We’ve got you covered. Join us for games, crafts, challenges and more.
This event is full
Paws 4 Stories
Fri, Apr 24, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Hillsburgh Branch
Readers are encouraged to build new skills and gain confidence by reading aloud to a certified therapy dog. Please register.
PA Day - It's Slime Time
Fri, Apr 24, 10:30am - 11:30am
Palmerston Branch
No school? No problem! We’ve got you covered. Join us for games, crafts, challenges and more.
This event is full
PA Day - Minecraft Party
Fri, Apr 24, 10:30am - 11:30am
Harriston Branch
No school? No problem! We’ve got you covered. Join us for games, crafts, challenges and more.
Baby Time - Drop-In Social Hour
Fri, Apr 24, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Fergus Branch
Introduce your baby to the library and a love of books through finger plays, songs, rhymes and stories.
PA Day - Abstract Starry Night Craft
Fri, Apr 24, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Mount Forest Branch
No school? No problem! We’ve got you covered. Join us for games, crafts, challenges and more.
Cancelled
Family Story Time - Drop-In
Fri, Apr 24, 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.
Scrabble Club
Fri, Apr 24, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Aboyne Branch
Join us for casual word building entertainment!
At the Movies - Wreck-It Ralph
Fri, Apr 24, 2:00pm - 3:45pm
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Join us for a showing of Wreck-It Ralph. Bring a blanket and we'll provide the popcorn! Running time 108 minutes; rated G.
At the Movies - Elio
Fri, Apr 24, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Hillsburgh Branch
Join us for a showing of Elio. Bring a blanket and we'll provide the popcorn! Running time 90; rated G.
PA Day - Watercolour Picture Frames
Fri, Apr 24, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Arthur Branch
No school? No problem! We’ve got you covered. Join us for games, crafts, challenges and more.
Hooks and Needles
Fri, Apr 24, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Marden Branch
Bring your own project and join others for knitting, cross-stitch, and other fibre arts.
This event is full
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