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Summer Adventures

Dive into Science
2026-07-06 00:00:00 2026-07-06 23:59:00 America/New_York Summer Adventures Join us for hands-on activities. We will be exploring what happens to paper when it gets wet. Aboyne Branch -

Monday, July 06
All day

Add to Calendar 2026-07-06 00:00:00 2026-07-06 23:59:00 America/New_York Summer Adventures Join us for hands-on activities. We will be exploring what happens to paper when it gets wet. Aboyne Branch -

Join us for hands-on activities. We will be exploring what happens to paper when it gets wet.

Dive into Science Week at the Aboyne branch! Decorate and fold a paper flower, then watch it bloom when it gets wet. 

While you are here, help us identify all the mammals on a large poster. Watch out for imposters!

AGE GROUP: | Tweens 9-13 years | Toddlers 1-3 years | Teens 13-18 years | Preschoolers 3-5 years | Kids 5-9 years | Families | All Ages |

EVENT TYPE: | Summer Reading | STEAM |

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Aboyne Branch
Phone: 519.846.0918
Hours
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We're closed Wednesday July 01 due to Canada Day
Mon, Jun 29 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Jun 30 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Jul 01 Closed
(Canada Day)
Thu, Jul 02 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Jul 03 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Jul 04 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Jul 05 1:00PM to 5:00PM
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About the branch

Aboyne Branch is located in the Wellington Place complex, next to the Wellington County Museum and Archives. It also shares the building with Children's Early Years. Resources include a private study room, rentable meeting room, 3D Printer, Wi-Fi, and computer access.

Upcoming events

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Summer Scavenger Hunt - Where's Wally
Fri, Jul 03, All day
Clifford Branch
Search the world around you for hidden treasures! From July 2-31.
Summer Make and Take - Paper Spinner Craft
Fri, Jul 03, All day
Aboyne Branch
Drop in for some cool self-guided creations. From June 29 to July 5, 2026.
Summer Make and Take - Creation Stations
Fri, Jul 03, 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 Make and Take - Drop-In
Fri, Jul 03, All day
Hillsburgh Branch
Drop in for some cool self-guided creations.
Summer Adventures - Dive into Summer
Fri, Jul 03, All day
Aboyne Branch
Join us for hands-on activities. We will be exploring summer themed activities
Book Club - First Friday in Elora
Fri, Jul 03, 10:30am - 11:30am
Elora Branch
Meet with members of your community and join our discussion of books and ideas.
Registration is now closed
Summer Crafty Creations - Painting Art Camp
Fri, Jul 03, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Erin Village Branch
Make, create, and craft with us!
This event is full
Summer Stories - Tiny Creatures
Fri, Jul 03, 11:00am - 11:30am
Clifford Branch
Share stories, songs and more. Join us as we explore the world of super tiny ocean creatures.
Inspiration Lab - Drop-In
Fri, Jul 03, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Hillsburgh Branch
Drop in and get creative with technology and maker culture in the Inspiration Lab!
Hooks and Needles
Fri, Jul 03, 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
Summer Movies
Fri, Jul 03, 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.
Summer Movies
Fri, Jul 03, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Palmerston Branch
Join us for a summer showing of Moana. Bring a blanket and we'll provide the popcorn! Running time 107 minutes; rated G.
Summer Movies - Finding Nemo
Fri, Jul 03, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Hillsburgh 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 Make and Take - Paper Spinner Craft
Sat, Jul 04, All day
Aboyne Branch
Drop in for some cool self-guided creations. From June 29 to July 5, 2026.
Summer Scavenger Hunt - Deep Sea
Sat, Jul 04, All day
Rockwood Branch
Search the world around you for hidden treasures! From June 29th to July 4th.
Summer Adventures - Dive into Summer
Sat, Jul 04, All day
Aboyne Branch
Join us for hands-on activities. We will be exploring summer themed activities
Summer Make and Take - Drop-In
Sat, Jul 04, All day
Hillsburgh Branch
Drop in for some cool self-guided creations.
Summer Make and Take - Creation Stations
Sat, Jul 04, 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 04, All day
Clifford Branch
Search the world around you for hidden treasures! From July 2-31.
Summer Crafty Creations - Tie Dye Party
Sat, Jul 04, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Marden Branch
Make, create, and craft with us. We will be making tie dye!
Summer Make and Take - Drop-In
Sun, Jul 05, All day
Hillsburgh Branch
Drop in for some cool self-guided creations.
Summer Adventures - Dive into Summer
Sun, Jul 05, All day
Aboyne Branch
Join us for hands-on activities. We will be exploring summer themed activities
Summer Make and Take - Paper Spinner Craft
Sun, Jul 05, All day
Aboyne Branch
Drop in for some cool self-guided creations. From June 29 to July 5, 2026.
Summer Make and Take - Drop-In
Mon, Jul 06, All day
Hillsburgh Branch
Drop in for some cool self-guided creations.
Summer Make and Take - Origami Shells
Mon, Jul 06, All day
Elora Branch
Drop in for some cool self-guided creations. From July 6 to July 11.
Summer Scavenger Hunt - Find the Shells
Mon, Jul 06, All day
Elora Branch
Search the world around you for hidden treasures! From July 6 to July 11.
Summer Make and Take - Ocean Adventures
Mon, Jul 06, All day
Drayton Branch
Drop in for some cool self-guided creations. A new ocean-themed craft will be featured each week.
Summer Adventures - Dive into Science
Mon, Jul 06, 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
Mon, Jul 06, All day
Aboyne Branch
Drop in for some cool self-guided creations. From July 6 - 12.
Summer Make and Take - Paper Chain Jellyfish
Mon, Jul 06, All day
Rockwood Branch
Drop in for some cool self-guided creations. From July 6th to July 11th.
Summer Make and Take
Mon, Jul 06, All day
Arthur Branch
Drop in for some cool self-guided creations. From Monday to Saturday, while supplies last.
Summer Scavenger Hunt - Melon Mayhem
Mon, Jul 06, All day
Palmerston Branch
Search the world around you for hidden treasures! From July 6 to July 11.
Summer Scavenger Hunt - Find Scuba Sam
Mon, Jul 06, 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 Make and Take - Clothespin Fish
Mon, Jul 06, All day
Mount Forest Branch
Drop in for some cool self-guided creations. From July 6th to July 11th.
Summer Scavenger Hunt
Mon, Jul 06, 10:00am - 8:00pm
Harriston Branch
Search the world around you for hidden treasures! From July 6 to July 11.
Summer Adventures - International Escape Room
Mon, Jul 06, 10:30am - 11:30am
Harriston Branch
Join us for hands-on activities. We will be exploring the world through the fun of an escape room.
Summer Crafty Creations - Beach Bags
Mon, Jul 06, 10:30am - 11:30am
Palmerston Branch
Make, create, and craft with us! We will be making beach bags.
Hooks and Needles
Mon, Jul 06, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Marden Branch
Bring your own project and join others for knitting, cross-stitch, and other fibre arts.
Magic of Scott Dietrich
Mon, Jul 06, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Mount Forest Branch
Join us for a magic show full of fun and hilarity for all ages this summer!
Baby Time
Mon, Jul 06, 11:15am - 11:45am
Arthur Branch
Introduce your baby to the library and a love of books through finger plays, songs, rhymes and stories.
Summer STEM Activities - Sew Your Own Bucket Hat
Mon, Jul 06, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Rockwood Branch
Explore science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. We will be constructing a hat with a sewing machine. No experience or materials necessary.
This event is full
Hooks and Needles
Mon, Jul 06, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Erin Village Branch
Bring your own project and join others for knitting, cross-stich, and other fibre arts.
Book Club - Off the Menu
Mon, Jul 06, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Aboyne Branch
Meet with members of your community and join our discussion of books and ideas.
This event is full
Book Club - First Monday Afternoon
Mon, Jul 06, 1:45pm - 3:00pm
Marden Branch
Meet with members of your community and join our discussion of books and ideas.
This event is full
Summer Crafty Creations - Shimmery Sea Life
Mon, Jul 06, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Drayton Branch
Make, create, and craft with us! We will be making shimmery, shiny, sparkly sea creatures.
Magic of Scott Dietrich
Mon, Jul 06, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Fergus Branch
Join us for a magic show full of fun and hilarity for all ages this summer!
This event is full
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