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Let the Games Begin

2024-04-16 16:00:00 2024-04-16 17:00:00 America/New_York Let the Games Begin From cards to puzzles, checkers to word games, drop by the library for a friendly challenge. Fergus Branch -

Tuesday, April 16
4:00pm - 5:00pm

Add to Calendar 2024-04-16 16:00:00 2024-04-16 17:00:00 America/New_York Let the Games Begin From cards to puzzles, checkers to word games, drop by the library for a friendly challenge. Fergus Branch -

From cards to puzzles, checkers to word games, drop by the library for a friendly challenge.

Drop in to the Fergus library for an hour of friendly competition where you can check out our selection of boardgames, including chess, or try your hand at different Nintendo Switch and Xbox games. All ages welcome.

AGE GROUP: | Tweens 9-13 years | Teens 13-18 years | Kids 5-9 years | All Ages | Adults 18+ |

EVENT TYPE: | STEAM | Special Events | Life and Learning | Games and Gaming |

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Fergus Branch
Phone: 519.843.1180
Hours
Mon, Feb 03 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Feb 04 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Feb 05 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Feb 06 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Feb 07 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Feb 08 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Feb 09 1:00PM to 5:00PM
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About the branch

Fergus Branch is located in downtown Fergus by Templin Gardens. This historic Carnegie building features three floors and houses Library Administration, as well as a rentable meeting room, Wi-Fi, and computer access.

Upcoming events

Make and Take - Heart Hedgehog Cards
Wed, Feb 05, All day
Clifford Branch
Drop by and get creative with provided art and craft supplies. February 4-14.
Baby Time
Wed, Feb 05, 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
Toddler Time
Wed, Feb 05, 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 event is full
Story Time - Wednesdays, January 8 - February 19
Wed, Feb 05, 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
Family Story Time
Wed, Feb 05, 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.
Registration is now closed
Toddler Time
Wed, Feb 05, 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.
Story Time
Wed, Feb 05, 10:30am - 11:30am
Erin 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
Scrabble Club
Wed, Feb 05, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Puslinch Branch
Join us for casual word building entertainment!
Dungeons and Dragons Club
Wed, Feb 05, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Rockwood Branch
Join fellow fantasy fans to build characters and explore new worlds.
Registration is now closed
After School Adventures - Valentine's Card Craft
Wed, Feb 05, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Clifford Branch
Join us at the end of the school day for games, crafts, and a wide variety of fun activities.
Book Club - Non-fiction Readers
Wed, Feb 05, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Fergus Branch
Meet with members of your community and join our discussion of books and ideas.
Registration is now closed
Hooks and Needles - Drayton Drop-in: First Wednesday of the Month
Wed, Feb 05, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Drayton Branch
Bring your own project and join others for knitting, cross-stich, and other fibre arts.
Make and Take - Heart Hedgehog Cards
Thu, Feb 06, All day
Clifford Branch
Drop by and get creative with provided art and craft supplies. February 4-14.
Creative Kids - Drawing and Sketching for Tweens
Thu, Feb 06, 6:00am - 7:00pm
Erin Branch
Get crafty and learn new things with DIY, maker, and other hands-on activities just for kids.
Toddler Time - Drop In January/February Sessions
Thu, Feb 06, 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.
Toddler Time
Thu, Feb 06, 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 - Babies, Toddlers & Preschoolers
Thu, Feb 06, 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 - Every Child Ready to Read
Thu, Feb 06, 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
Family Story Time
Thu, Feb 06, 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, Feb 06, 11:00am - 12:00pm
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.
Story Time
Thu, Feb 06, 11:00am - 11:45am
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.
Let the Games Begin - All Abilities
Thu, Feb 06, 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, Feb 06, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Mount Forest Branch
Bring your own project and join others for knitting, cross-stich, and other fibre arts.
Steeped in Stories
Thu, Feb 06, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Rockwood Branch
Rediscover the joys of listening to a tale while sipping a warm drink in the company of friends. Quiet activities will be available during this time. Adults only.
Cocoa Club
Thu, Feb 06, 3:45pm - 4:30pm
Harriston Branch
Get cozy with this read-aloud story hour. Enjoy some hot chocolate and curl up to listen to a chapter book read by our staff.
Dungeons and Dragons Club
Thu, Feb 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Elora Branch
Join fellow fantasy fans to build characters and explore new worlds.
This event is full
Dungeons and Dragons Club
Thu, Feb 06, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Puslinch Branch
Join fellow fantasy fans to build characters and explore new worlds.
Registration is now closed
Cricut Creations
Thu, Feb 06, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Rockwood 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
Make and Take - Heart Hedgehog Cards
Fri, Feb 07, All day
Clifford Branch
Drop by and get creative with provided art and craft supplies. February 4-14.
Story Time - Babies, Toddlers and Preschoolers
Fri, Feb 07, 10:30am - 11:00am
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.
Book Club - First Friday in Elora
Fri, Feb 07, 10:30am - 11:30am
Elora Branch
Meet with members of your community and join our discussion of books and ideas.
Registration is now closed
Family Story Time
Fri, Feb 07, 10:30am - 11:00am
Marden 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.
Baby Time - Fridays, January 10 - February 21
Fri, Feb 07, 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
Scrabble Club
Fri, Feb 07, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Erin Branch
Join us for casual word building entertainment!
Book Club - First Friday
Fri, Feb 07, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Puslinch Branch
Meet with members of your community and join our discussion of books and ideas.
This event is full
Scrabble Club
Fri, Feb 07, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Aboyne Branch
Join us for casual word building entertainment!
Craft and Create - Valentine Garland and Card
Fri, Feb 07, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Harriston Branch
Learn new creative techniques and explore library resources with a hands-on project.
Creative Kids
Fri, Feb 07, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Mount Forest Branch
Get crafty and learn new things with DIY, maker, and other hands-on activities just for kids.
Make and Take - POP! Valentine's
Sat, Feb 08, All day
Drayton Branch
Drop by and get creative with provided art and craft supplies. February 8 - February 14.
Make and Take - Heart Hedgehog Cards
Sat, Feb 08, All day
Clifford Branch
Drop by and get creative with provided art and craft supplies. February 4-14.
Saturday Stories - Alphabet Play
Sat, Feb 08, 10:30am - 11:00am
Fergus Branch
Join us on weekends to share stories, crafts, games and other fun activities.
At the Movies - Elemental
Sat, Feb 08, 12:00pm - 1:40pm
Clifford Branch
Join us for a showing of Elemental. Bring a blanket, and we'll provide the popcorn! Running time: 100 minutes; rated G.
Intro to 3D Printing
Sat, Feb 08, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Drayton Branch
Dive into the basics of 3D printing. This will include a printer orientation, software basics and transferring print files. Leave this programme with the skills required to start your first 3D print.
This event is full
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