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Seed Library

Grow Food, Save Seeds!

2022-10-01 10:00:00 2022-10-01 11:30:00 America/New_York Seed Library Expand your gardening knowledge and learn about WCL's seed library. Hillsburgh Branch -

Saturday, October 01
10:00am - 11:30am

Add to Calendar 2022-10-01 10:00:00 2022-10-01 11:30:00 America/New_York Seed Library Expand your gardening knowledge and learn about WCL's seed library. Hillsburgh Branch -

Expand your gardening knowledge and learn about WCL's seed library.

Share decades of growing experience turning barren patches and empty pots into bountiful harvests with Master Gardener Kat Granger. Enjoy the deep rewarding connection with nature and food- starting right in your own garden. Learn great tips on growing and preserving nature's abundance with seeds! Presented in partnership with Our Food Futures Guelph-Wellington.

AGE GROUP: | Teens 13-18 years | Adults 18+ |

EVENT TYPE: | Life and Learning |

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Hillsburgh Branch

Phone: 519.855.4010

Hours
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Mon, Mar 16 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Tue, Mar 17 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Mar 18 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Mar 19 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Mar 20 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Mar 21 10:00AM to 3:00PM
Sun, Mar 22 Closed

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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Mon, Mar 16, All day
Rockwood Branch
Dig through the stacks, wander past the computers, and keep an eye out for what might be hiding in the library! Drop in March 16th - March 21st.

Mon, Mar 16, All day
Rockwood Branch
Drop by and get creative with provided art and craft supplies. March 16th - March 21st.

Mon, Mar 16, All day
Hillsburgh Branch
Drop by and get creative with provided art and craft supplies.

Mon, Mar 16, All day
Aboyne Branch
Dig through the stacks, wander past the computers, and keep an eye out for what might be hiding in the library! Drop in March 15 - 21.

Mon, Mar 16, All day
Arthur Branch
Dig through the stacks, wander past the computers, and keep an eye out for what might be hiding in the library! Drop in March 16-21

Mon, Mar 16, All day
Arthur Branch
Make, create, and craft with us! We will be making paper toolboxes.

Mon, Mar 16, All day
Aboyne Branch
Make, create, and craft with us!

Mon, Mar 16, All day
Palmerston Branch
Dig through the stacks, wander past the computers, and keep an eye out for what might be hiding in the library! Drop in March 16-21.

Mon, Mar 16, All day
Drayton Branch
Dig through the stacks, wander past the computers, and keep an eye out for what might be hiding in the library! Drop in from March 16 - 21.

Mon, Mar 16, 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! Drop in March 16-21.

Mon, Mar 16, All day
Elora Branch
Together we can make something amazing! Drop in for collaborative art, puzzles and fun.

Mon, Mar 16, 10:00am - 3:00pm
Aboyne Branch
The Red Cross Stay Safe! course offers basic safety and first aid skills. Participants will learn about being safe without the direct supervision of an adult. Ages 9-13, $55.00 course fee.
Registration is now closed

Mon, Mar 16, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Mount Forest Branch
Dig through the stacks, wander past the computers, and keep an eye out for what might be hiding in the library! Drop in March 14 - 21 during open hours.

Mon, Mar 16, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Mount Forest Branch
Drop by and get creative with provided art and craft supplies. March 14 - 21, during open hours.

Mon, Mar 16, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Fergus Branch
Make, create, and craft with us! We will be making paper excavators.

Mon, Mar 16, 10:00am - 8:00pm
Harriston Branch
Dig through the stacks, wander past the computers, and keep an eye out for what might be hiding in the library! Drop in March 16-21

Mon, Mar 16, 10:30am - 11:30am
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.
Registration is now closed

Mon, Mar 16, 10:30am - 11:30am
Mount Forest Branch
Celebrate March Break with a special guest. Magician Peter Mennie will amaze with the AbraKIDabra Show - the funniest magic show you'll see all year!
Registration is now closed

Mon, Mar 16, 10:30am - 11:30am
Erin Village Branch
Become a forensic scientist and help solve a whodunit with Scientists in School! We'll examine clues left behind at the scene, take our own fingerprints, analyze a mysterious note and more. Ages 4-12.
Registration is now closed

Mon, Mar 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Marden Branch
Bring your own project and join others for knitting, cross-stitch, and other fibre arts.
Registration is now closed

Mon, Mar 16, 11:00am - 11:45am
Marden Branch
Make, create, and craft with us! We will be making Dragon Eggs!
Registration is now closed

Mon, Mar 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hillsburgh Branch
Join us for a magic show full of fun and hilarity for all ages this March Break!
Registration is now closed

Mon, Mar 16, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Palmerston Branch
Make, create, and craft with us!
Registration is now closed

Mon, Mar 16, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Drayton Branch
Make, create, and craft with us! We will be using chenille stems to create.

Mon, Mar 16, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Hillsburgh Branch
Bring your own project and join others for knitting, cross-stitch, and other fibre arts.

Mon, Mar 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Elora Branch
Celebrate March Break with a special guest. Magician Peter Mennie will amaze with the AbraKIDabra Show - the funniest magic show you'll see all year!
Registration is now closed

Mon, Mar 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Harriston Branch
Join us for a magic show full of fun and hilarity for all ages this March Break!
Registration is now closed

Mon, Mar 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Arthur Branch
Get crafty and learn new things with DIY, maker, and other hands-on activities just for kids.
Registration is now closed

Mon, Mar 16, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Fergus Branch
Explore science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics. We will be creating items using cardboard.
Registration is now closed

Tue, Mar 17, All day
Hillsburgh Branch
Drop by and get creative with provided art and craft supplies.

Tue, Mar 17, All day
Aboyne Branch
Dig through the stacks, wander past the computers, and keep an eye out for what might be hiding in the library! Drop in March 15 - 21.

Tue, Mar 17, All day
Puslinch Branch
Dig through the stacks, wander past the computers, and keep an eye out for what might be hiding in the library! Drop in March 17-21.

Tue, Mar 17, All day
Arthur Branch
Dig through the stacks, wander past the computers, and keep an eye out for what might be hiding in the library! Drop in March 16-21

Tue, Mar 17, All day
Arthur Branch
Make, create, and craft with us! We will be making paper toolboxes.

Tue, Mar 17, All day
Aboyne Branch
Make, create, and craft with us!

Tue, Mar 17, All day
Clifford Branch
Drop by and get creative with provided art and craft supplies from March 17-21.

Tue, Mar 17, 10:00am - 8:00pm
Mount Forest Branch
Dig through the stacks, wander past the computers, and keep an eye out for what might be hiding in the library! Drop in March 14 - 21 during open hours.

Tue, Mar 17, 10:00am - 8:00pm
Mount Forest Branch
Drop by and get creative with provided art and craft supplies. March 14 - 21, during open hours.

Tue, Mar 17, 10:30am - 11:30am
Erin Village Branch
Share stories, songs and more.

Tue, Mar 17, 10:30am - 11:30am
Harriston Branch
Make, create, and craft with us! We will be making a pencil case/makeup bag.
This event is full

Tue, Mar 17, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Aboyne Branch
Explore science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics.
This event is full

Tue, Mar 17, 10:30am - 11:00am
Clifford Branch
Share stories, songs and more. Put those construction hats on and come along for a morning of exploring construction creation through stories and a craft.

Tue, Mar 17, 10:30am - 11:30am
Rockwood Branch
Join us this March Break for a one-of-a-kind magic experience where every illusion is packed with balloons, comedy, and jaw-dropping fun.
This event is full

Tue, Mar 17, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hillsburgh Branch
Join Scientists in School for an action-packed adventure through the discovery zone! We'll explore the properties of an infinite loop, build an elastic powered car and more. Ages 4-12.
Registration is now closed

Cancelled
Tue, Mar 17, 11:00am - 11:45am
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.

Tue, Mar 17, 11:15am - 11:45am
Elora Branch
Introduce your baby to the library and a love of books through finger plays, songs, rhymes and stories.

Tue, Mar 17, 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Mount Forest Branch
Make, create, and craft with us! We will be making wood block pixel art.
This event is full

Tue, Mar 17, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Hillsburgh Branch
Make, create, and craft with us! We will be making one-of-a-kind sock stuffies.
This event is full

Tue, Mar 17, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Rockwood Branch
Learn to thread and operate a sewing machine, then create a simple project. No experience necessary. All materials provided.
This event is full

Rescheduled
Tue, Mar 17, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
New date Tuesday, March 24, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Puslinch Branch
Meet with members of your community and join our discussion of books and ideas.

Tue, Mar 17, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Drayton Branch
Readers are encouraged to build new skills and gain confidence by reading aloud to a certified therapy dog. Please register.
This event is full

Tue, Mar 17, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Puslinch Branch
Make, create, and craft with us! Come along and see what can be made out of little accidents. Turn rips, drips, and spills into amazing pieces of art.
Registration is now closed

Tue, Mar 17, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Marden Branch
Make, create, and craft with us! We will be making works of art using paper pulp and paint.
Registration is now closed

Tue, Mar 17, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Arthur Branch
Join Scientists in School for an action-packed adventure through the discovery zone! We'll explore the properties of an infinite loop, build an elastic powered car and more. Ages 4-12.
Registration is now closed

Tue, Mar 17, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Clifford Branch
Join us this March Break for a visit from Party Safari! Prepare for an interactive safari around the world with a diverse selection of crawly and cuddly critters.

Tue, Mar 17, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Fergus Branch
Join us this March Break for a one-of-a-kind magic experience where every illusion is packed with balloons, comedy, and jaw-dropping fun.
This event is full

Tue, Mar 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Palmerston Branch
Join us for hands-on activities. We will be constructing vehicles and a track out of LEGO and then racing our creations.
This event is full

Tue, Mar 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Fergus Branch
Make, create, and craft with us! We will be making rolled paper art.

Tue, Mar 17, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Mount Forest Branch
Learn new creative techniques and explore library resources with a hands-on project.
This event is full

Tue, Mar 17, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Harriston Branch
Join fellow fantasy fans to build characters and explore new worlds.
This event is full

Tue, Mar 17, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Palmerston Branch
Meet with members of your community and join our discussion of books and ideas.

Tue, Mar 17, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Rockwood Branch
Meet with members of your community and join our discussion of books and ideas.
This event is full

Tue, Mar 17, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Drayton Branch
Meet with members of your community and join our discussion of books and ideas.

Tue, Mar 17, 6:45pm - 7:45pm
Aboyne Branch
Meet with members of your community and join our discussion of books and ideas.
This event is full

Wed, Mar 18, All day
Hillsburgh Branch
Drop by and get creative with provided art and craft supplies.

Wed, Mar 18, All day
Aboyne Branch
Dig through the stacks, wander past the computers, and keep an eye out for what might be hiding in the library! Drop in March 15 - 21.

Wed, Mar 18, All day
Arthur Branch
Dig through the stacks, wander past the computers, and keep an eye out for what might be hiding in the library! Drop in March 16-21

Wed, Mar 18, All day
Arthur Branch
Make, create, and craft with us! We will be making paper toolboxes.

Wed, Mar 18, All day
Aboyne Branch
Make, create, and craft with us!

Wed, Mar 18, All day
Clifford Branch
Drop by and get creative with provided art and craft supplies from March 17-21.

Wed, Mar 18, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Mount Forest Branch
Dig through the stacks, wander past the computers, and keep an eye out for what might be hiding in the library! Drop in March 14 - 21 during open hours.

Wed, Mar 18, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Mount Forest Branch
Drop by and get creative with provided art and craft supplies. March 14 - 21, during open hours.

Wed, Mar 18, 10:00am - 8:00pm
Puslinch Branch
Drop by and get creative with provided art and craft supplies.

Wed, Mar 18, 10:30am - 11:30am
Erin Village Branch
Join us for interactive activities.
This event is full

Wed, Mar 18, 10:30am - 11:15am
Fergus Branch
Share stories, songs and more. Join us for a construction themed story time.

Wed, Mar 18, 10:30am - 11:00am
Aboyne Branch
Introduce your baby to the library and a love of books through finger plays, songs, rhymes and stories.
This event is full

Wed, Mar 18, 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.

Wed, Mar 18, 10:30am - 11:30am
Arthur Branch
Join us this March Break for a fun and engaging show with Drew Ripley to learn the science behind simple machines.

Wed, Mar 18, 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.

Wed, Mar 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Rockwood Branch
Join us for hands-on activities. We will be exploring marble mazes.
This event is full

Wed, Mar 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Mount Forest Branch
Join us for hands-on activities. We will be exploring demolition and excavation—tearing down and digging deep to discover hidden treasures!
This event is full

Wed, Mar 18, 12:00pm - 8:00pm
Fergus Branch
Join us for hands-on activities. Solve puzzles and complete fun tasks in our Escape Room.

Wed, Mar 18, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Puslinch Branch
Join us for casual word building entertainment!

Wed, Mar 18, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Fergus Branch
Meet with members of your community and join our discussion of books and ideas.
This event is full

Rescheduled
Wed, Mar 18, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
New date Monday, March 16, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Palmerston Branch
Make, create, and craft with us!

Wed, Mar 18, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Rockwood Branch
Learn to thread and operate a sewing machine, then create a simple project. No experience necessary. All materials provided.
This event is full

Wed, Mar 18, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Hillsburgh Branch
Meet with members of your community and join our discussion of books and ideas.
This event is full

Wed, Mar 18, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Erin Village Branch
Readers are encouraged to build new skills and gain confidence by reading aloud to a certified therapy dog. Please register.
This event is full

Wed, Mar 18, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Harriston Branch
Get ready to play.

Wed, Mar 18, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Drayton Branch
Explore science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics. We will be using cardboard and other materials to construct an a-MAZE-ing city! Ages 8 and up.
This event is full

Wed, Mar 18, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Aboyne Branch
Join us this March Break for a fun and engaging show with Drew Ripley to learn the science behind simple machines.

Wed, Mar 18, 2:15pm - 3:00pm
Clifford Branch
Make, create, and craft with us! We will be making delicious looking paper pizza artwork to display.

Wed, Mar 18, 2:30pm - 3:00pm
Arthur Branch
Come explore the alphabet with us! Share stories, songs, rhymes and activities aimed at developing your child's early literacy skills.

Wed, Mar 18, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Rockwood Branch
Join fellow fantasy fans to build characters and explore new worlds.
This event is full

Wed, Mar 18, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Drayton Branch
Learn new creative techniques and explore library resources with a hands-on project.
This event is full

Wed, Mar 18, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Marden Branch
Meet with members of your community and join our discussion of books and ideas.
This event is full

Wed, Mar 18, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Fergus Branch
Meet with members of your community and join our discussion of books and ideas.
This event is full

Thu, Mar 19, All day
Hillsburgh Branch
Drop by and get creative with provided art and craft supplies.

Thu, Mar 19, All day
Aboyne Branch
Dig through the stacks, wander past the computers, and keep an eye out for what might be hiding in the library! Drop in March 15 - 21.

Thu, Mar 19, All day
Arthur Branch
Dig through the stacks, wander past the computers, and keep an eye out for what might be hiding in the library! Drop in March 16-21

Thu, Mar 19, All day
Arthur Branch
Make, create, and craft with us! We will be making paper toolboxes.

Thu, Mar 19, All day
Aboyne Branch
Make, create, and craft with us!

Thu, Mar 19, All day
Clifford Branch
Drop by and get creative with provided art and craft supplies from March 17-21.

Thu, Mar 19, 10:00am - 8:00pm
Fergus Branch
Join us for hands-on activities. Solve puzzles and complete fun tasks in our Escape Room.

Thu, Mar 19, 10:00am - 8:00pm
Mount Forest Branch
Dig through the stacks, wander past the computers, and keep an eye out for what might be hiding in the library! Drop in March 14 - 21 during open hours.

Thu, Mar 19, 10:00am - 8:00pm
Mount Forest Branch
Drop by and get creative with provided art and craft supplies. March 14 - 21, during open hours.

Thu, Mar 19, 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.

Thu, Mar 19, 10:30am - 11:30am
Aboyne 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?

Thu, Mar 19, 10:30am - 11:30am
Drayton Branch
Join the Juggling Chef for an interactive show with puppets, food juggling and live music. Don't forget to bring your best dance moves and juggling skills!

Thu, Mar 19, 10:30am - 11:00am
Mount Forest Branch
Share stories, songs and more. Come along for stories about building and construction!

Thu, Mar 19, 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.

Thu, Mar 19, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Puslinch Branch
Join us for hands-on activities. We will be exploring the underwater world of submarines.
This event is full

Thu, Mar 19, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Rockwood Branch
From cards to puzzles, board games to word games, drop by the library for a friendly challenge.

Thu, Mar 19, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Elora Branch
Make, create, and craft with us! We will be building a song with boomwhackers.

Thu, Mar 19, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Puslinch Branch
Join us this March Break for a visit from Party Safari! Prepare for an interactive safari around the world with a diverse selection of crawly and cuddly critters.

Thu, Mar 19, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Fergus Branch
Meet with members of your community and join our discussion of books and ideas.
This event is full

Thu, Mar 19, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Hillsburgh Branch
Explore science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics.
This event is full

Thu, Mar 19, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Arthur Branch
Join fellow fantasy fans to build characters and explore new worlds. In this one-shot, you've been hired to acquire items to satisfy an unhappy Ogre on his birthday.

Thu, Mar 19, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Mount Forest Branch
Bring your own project and join others for knitting, cross-stitch, and other fibre arts.

Thu, Mar 19, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Erin Village Branch
Join the Juggling Chef for an interactive show with puppets, food juggling and live music. Don't forget to bring your best dance moves and juggling skills!

Thu, Mar 19, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Marden Branch
Make, create, and craft with us! We will be making an assortment of DIY keychains.
This event is full

Thu, Mar 19, 2:15pm - 3:00pm
Clifford Branch
Join us for hands-on activities. We will be exploring pet-care with adorable dog plushies.

Thu, Mar 19, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Drayton Branch
Make, create, and craft with us!
This event is full

Thu, Mar 19, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Harriston Branch
Join us for a showing of Elio. Bring a blanket and we'll provide the popcorn! Running time 90 minutes; rated PG.

Thu, Mar 19, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Rockwood Branch
Explore science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics. We will be making individual baking soda volcanoes over two days.
This event is full

Thu, Mar 19, 5:00pm - 7:30pm
Aboyne Branch
From cards to puzzles, board games to word games, drop by the library for a friendly challenge.

Thu, Mar 19, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Puslinch Branch
Join fellow fantasy fans to build characters and explore new worlds.

Thu, Mar 19, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Fergus Branch
Learn new creative techniques and explore library resources with a hands-on project.
This event is full

Thu, Mar 19, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Rockwood Branch
Meet with members of your community and join our discussion of books and ideas.

Thu, Mar 19, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Elora Branch
Meet with members of your community and join our discussion of books and ideas.
Registration is now closed