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Programs & Events

Adult Programs

Programs Coming Up

2026

Sep

Mon

Visit the Therapy Dogs

Adult Programs

Mackenzie Health Vaughan Library Contact

12:00 PM to 1:00 PM

Take a break and visit with the therapy dogs, in partnership with St. John Ambulance.

English Conversation Circle

Adult Programs

Maple Library Contact

6:00 PM to 7:30 PM

Newcomers and ESL learners can meet to practice their English in an informal environment with adult volunteers. Register on Eventbrite.

Ready to Wed

Adult Programs

Civic Centre Resource Library Contact

7:00 PM to 8:00 PM

All you need to know about the civil marriage process! Feel prepared for your big day with the guidance of a local Civil Marriage Officiant. Join in person or online.

Ongoing Programs

Coffee & Conversation

Adult Programs

Civic Centre Resource Library Contact

September 9, 2026 to October 28, 2026,
Wednesdays 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM

A weekly opportunity to socialize in a warm, supportive environment. Discuss current topics related to wellness, the changing world, and aging well. In person and on Zoom. Please register on Eventbrite or by calling 905-653-7323.

Let's Go to the Movies

Adult Programs

Dufferin Clark Library Contact

September 14, 2026 to October 26, 2026,
Mondays 1:30 PM to 3:30 PM

Enjoy a variety of interesting contemporary films with other movie enthusiasts.

English Conversation Circle

Adult Programs

VMC Library Contact

September 8, 2026 to October 27, 2026,
Tuesdays 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM

Newcomers and ESL learners can meet to practice their English in an informal environment with adult volunteers. Register on Eventbrite.

Cercle de discussion / French Meetup for Adults

Adult Programs

Online Program

September 14, 2026 to October 5, 2026,
Mondays 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM

Venez pratiquer votre français en bonne compagnie! Grâce à ce programme, vous apprendrez du français intéressant en plus de pratiquer avec les autres participants. Inscrivez-vous sur Eventbrite.
Practice your French in good company! Through this program, you will learn useful and exciting French as well as practice with other learners. Register on Eventbrite.

Programs Coming Up

2026

Sep

Tue

Memory Lab Orientation

Adult Programs

Maple Library Contact

10:00 AM to 2:00 PM

Do you have memories on old technology and you want to convert them? Home movies on VHS? Pictures on slides? An old mix tape? Drop in to learn about our resources that can help preserve them!

Virtual ESL Café

Adult Programs

Online Program

1:30 PM to 2:30 PM

Newcomers and ESL learners can practice their English in an informal online environment with adult volunteers. Sessions are hosted live on Zoom. Register on Eventbrite.

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Civic Life in Canada Information Night

Adult Programs

VMC Library Contact

6:30 PM to 8:00 PM

Learn about voting, local government, newcomer supports, and community involvement through presentations and discussions with Elections Ontario, Welcome Centre, Elections Vaughan, and VPL.

Writers' Room

Adult Programs

Civic Centre Resource Library Contact

7:00 PM to 8:00 PM

Work with other aspiring writers to explore the elements of writing. Perfect for discussion and feedback. Join in person or on Zoom. Register on Eventbrite.

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2026

Sep

Wed

Scholars' Hub @ Home

Adult Programs

Online Program

12:00 PM to 12:45 PM

In partnership with York University, the Scholars’ Hub @ Home speaker series features discussions on a broad range of topics, with engaging lectures from some of York’s best minds. Registration and more details on York University's website.

Skills Building for Newcomers

Adult Programs

Online Program

3:00 PM to 4:00 PM

This virtual session, facilitated by Job Skills Service staff, will assist newcomers in understanding and adapting to the Canadian workplace while building job-ready skills.

Mystery Book Club

Adult Programs

Mackenzie Health Vaughan Library Contact

7:00 PM to 8:00 PM

Have a passion for books that hook you in from the first line? Join us to discuss a new mystery novel each month in person or online! Register on Eventbrite.

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2026

Sep

Thu

Aging Well Club

Adult Programs

Woodbridge Library Contact

2:00 PM to 3:30 PM

A series for adventurous older adults to learn and interact with others, featuring different themes and guests. See the website for topics. Please register on Eventbrite or by calling 905-653-7323 for priority. Drop-ins are welcome if space allows.

AI at the Ballot Box

Adult Programs

Online Program

7:00 PM to 8:00 PM

Uncover the ways AI can be used to sway elections and affect our democracy in this informative session. Presented by the Samara Centre for Democracy.

2026

Sep

Sat

Creative Age: Drum & Percussion Circle

Adult Programs

Civic Centre Resource Library Contact

2:00 PM to 3:00 PM

Experience the fun and community of a drum & percussion circle. No experience needed! Drums provided or bring your own. Aimed at older adults, but all are welcome! Parents, please accompany your children. Please register on Eventbrite or by calling 905-653-7323.

Programs Coming Up

Visit the Therapy Dogs

English Conversation Circle

Ready to Wed

Ongoing Programs

Coffee & Conversation

Let's Go to the Movies

English Conversation Circle

Cercle de discussion / French Meetup for Adults

Programs Coming Up

Memory Lab Orientation

Virtual ESL Café

Civic Life in Canada Information Night

Writers' Room

Scholars' Hub @ Home

Skills Building for Newcomers

Mystery Book Club

Aging Well Club

AI at the Ballot Box

Creative Age: Drum & Percussion Circle

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