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Summer Scavenger Hunt

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2026-07-13 00:00:00 2026-07-13 23:59:00 America/New_York Summer Scavenger Hunt Search the world around you for hidden treasures! From July 13 to July 18. Palmerston Branch -

Monday, July 13
All day

Add to Calendar 2026-07-13 00:00:00 2026-07-13 23:59:00 America/New_York Summer Scavenger Hunt Search the world around you for hidden treasures! From July 13 to July 18. Palmerston Branch -

Search the world around you for hidden treasures! From July 13 to July 18.

AGE GROUP: | Tweens 9-13 years | Preschoolers 3-5 years | Kids 5-9 years |

EVENT TYPE: | Summer Reading |

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Palmerston Branch
Phone: 519.343.2142
Hours
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Mon, Jul 06 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Tue, Jul 07 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Jul 08 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Jul 09 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Jul 10 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Jul 11 10:00AM to 3:00PM
Sun, Jul 12 Closed
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About the branch

Palmerston Branch is located in central Palmerston. This historic Carnegie building formerly housed a theatre on its second floor. Resources include Wi-Fi and computer access.

Upcoming events

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Summer Scavenger Hunt - Where's Wally
Fri, Jul 10, All day
Clifford Branch
Search the world around you for hidden treasures! From July 2-31.
Summer Make and Take - Creation Stations
Fri, Jul 10, All day
Clifford Branch
Drop in for some cool self-guided creations. From June 30 to August 22. Each station will be refreshed bi-weekly with new activities and crafts.
Summer STEM Activities - Take-apart Tech
Fri, Jul 10, All day
Aboyne Branch
Explore science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. We will be taking apart old technology.
Summer Make and Take - Drop-In
Fri, Jul 10, All day
Hillsburgh Branch
Drop in for some cool self-guided creations.
Summer Adventures - Dive into Science
Fri, Jul 10, All day
Aboyne Branch
Join us for hands-on activities. We will be exploring what happens to paper when it gets wet.
Summer Make and Take - Food Chain Craft
Fri, Jul 10, All day
Aboyne Branch
Drop in for some cool self-guided creations. From July 6 - 12.
Book Club - Second Friday Morning Book Club
Fri, Jul 10, 10:30am - 11:30am
Mount Forest Branch
Meet with members of your community and join our discussion of books and ideas.
Summer Crafty Creations - Painting Art Camp
Fri, Jul 10, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Erin Village Branch
Make, create, and craft with us!
This event is full
Summer Stories
Fri, Jul 10, 10:30am - 11:00am
Arthur Branch
Share stories, songs and more. Each week brings new stories and activities.
The Big Balloon Show - with Drew Ripley
Fri, Jul 10, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hillsburgh Branch
Join us this summer for a one-of-a-kind magic experience where every illusion is packed with balloons, comedy, and jaw-dropping fun.
Summer Crafty Creations - Tween & Teen Book Bedazzling
Fri, Jul 10, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Marden Branch
Make, create, and craft with us!
Summer Stories - Welcome Explorers
Fri, Jul 10, 11:00am - 11:30am
Clifford Branch
Share stories, songs and more. Come along for an adventure as we explore the mighty seas!
Summer STEM Activities - Upcycled Animals
Fri, Jul 10, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Puslinch Branch
Explore science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Create sea creatures using a variety of crafting materials and household items!
Baby Time
Fri, Jul 10, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Fergus Branch
Introduce your baby to the library and a love of books through finger plays, songs, rhymes and stories. Join us July 10 - August 14.
This event is full
Inspiration Lab - Drop-In
Fri, Jul 10, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Hillsburgh Branch
Drop in and get creative with technology and maker culture in the Inspiration Lab!
Summer Make and Take - Anglerfish Craft
Fri, Jul 10, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Fergus Branch
Drop in for some cool self-guided creations.
In Stitches - Sew a Beach Towel Bag
Fri, Jul 10, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Elora Branch
Learn to thread and operate a sewing machine, then create a simple project. Machines are also available for in-branch use.
Summer Movies
Fri, Jul 10, 2:00pm - 3:45pm
Palmerston Branch
Join us for a summer showing of Finding Nemo. Bring a blanket and we'll provide the popcorn! Running time 100 minutes; rated G.
Summer Movies - Lilo & Stitch
Fri, Jul 10, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Rockwood Branch
Join us for a summer showing of Lilo & Stitch. Bring a blanket and we'll provide the popcorn! 85 minutes; rated G.
Summer Movies
Fri, Jul 10, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Drayton Branch
Join us for a summer movie. Bring a blanket and we'll provide the popcorn! Movies will be rated G or PG.
Craft and Create - Sketching and Drawing
Fri, Jul 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Erin Village Branch
Learn new creative techniques and explore library resources with a hands-on project.
This event is full
The Big Balloon Show - with Drew Ripley
Fri, Jul 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Harriston Branch
Join us this summer for a one-of-a-kind magic experience where every illusion is packed with balloons, comedy, and jaw-dropping fun.
This event is full
Summer Movies - Luca
Fri, Jul 10, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Hillsburgh Branch
Join us for a showing of Luca. Bring a blanket and we'll provide the popcorn! Running time 95 minutes; rated G.
Summer Make and Take - Creation Stations
Sat, Jul 11, All day
Clifford Branch
Drop in for some cool self-guided creations. From June 30 to August 22. Each station will be refreshed bi-weekly with new activities and crafts.
Summer Scavenger Hunt - Where's Wally
Sat, Jul 11, All day
Clifford Branch
Search the world around you for hidden treasures! From July 2-31.
Summer Adventures - Dive into Science
Sat, Jul 11, All day
Aboyne Branch
Join us for hands-on activities. We will be exploring what happens to paper when it gets wet.
Summer Make and Take - Paper Chain Jellyfish
Sat, Jul 11, All day
Rockwood Branch
Drop in for some cool self-guided creations. From July 6th to July 11th.
Summer Make and Take - Drop-In
Sat, Jul 11, All day
Hillsburgh Branch
Drop in for some cool self-guided creations.
Summer Make and Take - Food Chain Craft
Sat, Jul 11, All day
Aboyne Branch
Drop in for some cool self-guided creations. From July 6 - 12.
Saturday Stories - Alphabet Play
Sat, Jul 11, 10:30am - 11:00am
Fergus Branch
Join us on weekends to share stories, crafts, games and other fun activities.
Summer Adventures - Dive into Science
Sun, Jul 12, All day
Aboyne Branch
Join us for hands-on activities. We will be exploring what happens to paper when it gets wet.
Summer Make and Take - Drop-In
Sun, Jul 12, All day
Hillsburgh Branch
Drop in for some cool self-guided creations.
Summer Make and Take - Food Chain Craft
Sun, Jul 12, All day
Aboyne Branch
Drop in for some cool self-guided creations. From July 6 - 12.
Summer Make and Take - Paper Plate Hermit Crabs
Mon, Jul 13, All day
Mount Forest Branch
Drop in for some cool self-guided creations. From July 13th to July 18th.
Summer Adventures - Dive into Technology
Mon, Jul 13, All day
Aboyne Branch
Join us for hands-on activities. We will be exploring binary coding and cubelets.
Summer Make and Take - Ocean Adventures
Mon, Jul 13, All day
Drayton Branch
Drop in for some cool self-guided creations. A new ocean-themed craft will be featured each week.
Summer Scavenger Hunt - Bingo
Mon, Jul 13, All day
Elora Branch
Search the world around you for hidden treasures! From July 13 to July 18.
Summer Make and Take - Lego
Mon, Jul 13, All day
Elora Branch
Drop in for some cool self-guided creations. From July 13 to July 18.
Summer Scavenger Hunt - Did You Know...? Pirates!
Mon, Jul 13, All day
Mount Forest Branch
Search the world around you for hidden treasures! From July 13 to 25.
Summer Make and Take - Paper Cup Phone
Mon, Jul 13, All day
Aboyne Branch
Drop in for some cool self-guided creations. From July 13 - 19.
Summer Make and Take - Drop-In
Mon, Jul 13, All day
Hillsburgh Branch
Drop in for some cool self-guided creations.
Summer Scavenger Hunt - Go fishing!
Mon, Jul 13, All day
Rockwood Branch
Search the world around you for hidden treasures! From July 13th to July 18th.
Summer Make and Take
Mon, Jul 13, All day
Arthur Branch
Drop in for some cool self-guided creations. From Monday to Saturday, while supplies last.
Summer Scavenger Hunt - Dive In!
Mon, Jul 13, All day
Palmerston Branch
Search the world around you for hidden treasures! From July 13 to July 18.
Summer Scavenger Hunt - Find Scuba Sam
Mon, Jul 13, All day
Aboyne Branch
Search the world around you for hidden treasures! From July 2 - August 31 with a new hiding spot each week.
Summer Scavenger Hunt
Mon, Jul 13, 10:00am - 8:00pm
Harriston Branch
Search the world around you for hidden treasures! From July 13 to July 18.
Summer Stories - Gone Camping
Mon, Jul 13, 10:30am - 11:30am
Rockwood Branch
Share stories, songs and more with your friends at the library.
Summer Games - Water-Themed Games
Mon, Jul 13, 10:30am - 11:30am
Harriston Branch
Get ready to play. Bring a friend and join us for games and activities.
Summer Crafty Creations - Create your own aquarium
Mon, Jul 13, 10:30am - 11:30am
Palmerston Branch
Make, create, and craft with us! We will be making aquariums out of recycled materials.
This event is full
Party Safari
Mon, Jul 13, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Elora Branch
Join us this summer for a visit from Party Safari! Prepare for an interactive safari around the world with a diverse selection of crawly and cuddly critters.
This event is full
Magic of Scott Dietrich
Mon, Jul 13, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Erin Village Branch
Join us for a magic show full of fun and hilarity for all ages this summer!
This event is full
Summer Make and Take - Mermaids
Mon, Jul 13, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Fergus Branch
Drop in for some cool self-guided creations.
Hooks and Needles
Mon, Jul 13, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Erin Village Branch
Bring your own project and join others for knitting, cross-stich, and other fibre arts.
Build It! LEGO Challenge
Mon, Jul 13, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Erin Village Branch
Join us for some exciting LEGO challenges! You bring your creativity and we will provide the building blocks.
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