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Programs & Events

Programs Coming Up

2025

Nov

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.

Virtual ESL Café

Adult Programs

Online Program

November 4, 2025 to November 18, 2025,
Tuesdays 1:30 PM to 3:00 PM

Newcomers and ESL learners can practice their English in an informal online environment with adult volunteers. Sessions are hosted live on Zoom. In partnership with CCSYR through Library Settlement Partnerships (LSP) in York Region. Please register at ccsyr.org or contact LSP@ccsyr.org.

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. In partnership with CCSYR through Library Settlement Partnership (LSP) in York Region. Permanent residents and convention refugees should register at CCSYR.org or 905-770-7040. All other learners should register on Eventbrite.

D&D Club

Teen Programs

Carrville Library Contact

November 4, 2025 to December 16, 2025,
Tuesdays 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM

Game on! Join in on the action and adventure as we campaign our way through the world of Dungeons and Dragons. No previous gaming experience required. For grades 6-12. Register on Eventbrite.

Plaisir de lire / Fun with French

Children's Programs

Vellore Village Library Contact

November 4, 2025 to November 25, 2025,
Tuesdays 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM

Rejoignez-nous pour des activités et de la lecture, animées par des bénévoles francophones de notre communauté. Pour les enfants de la 2e à la 6e année.
Parlez-vous français? Join us for activities and reading practice, led by French-speaking volunteers from our community. For grades 2-6.

As Seen on TV

Culinary Literacy

VMC Library Contact

6:15 PM to 7:45 PM

Recreate dishes featured in your favourite movies, TV shows, and books! For grades 7+. Registration is $5 on Eventbrite.

Brand Design with Canva

Make It! Create It! Learn It!

Civic Centre Resource Library Contact

6:30 PM to 7:30 PM

Unleash your brand’s full power! Dive into the Canva design playground to build bold, brilliant visuals that captivate your audience and scream originality. Ready to wow?

Bilingual STEAM: Mystery Bag Art Challenge / Défi artistique des sacs mystères

Children's Programs

Pierre Berton Resource Library Contact

7:00 PM to 8:00 PM

Soyez créatifs! Nos sacs mystères auront les matériaux pour un défi artistique.
Be creative! Our mystery bags will have everything you need for a fun art challenge!

Toastmasters for Teens

Teen Programs

Pierre Berton Resource Library Contact

November 4, 2025 to November 25, 2025,
Tuesdays 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM

Nervous about public speaking? Join Toastmasters for Teens and conquer those fears! Develop communication and leadership skills with the guidance of a facilitator. For grades 8-12. Register on Eventbrite.

Ongoing Programs

Tech Tutor 1-on-1

Adult Programs

Pleasant Ridge Library Contact

November 10, 2025 to November 10, 2025

Drop in and get hands-on assistance from volunteers for some basic technology questions such as navigating the internet, using your tablet, or sending emails.
Pierre Berton Resource Library Contact

November 1, 2025 to December 31, 2025,
Thursdays 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM

Drop in and get hands-on assistance from volunteers for some basic technology questions such as navigating the internet, using your tablet, or sending emails.

Art in the Holocaust Exhibit

Special Events

Pierre Berton Resource Library Contact

November 2, 2025 to November 16, 2025

The Art in the Holocaust exhibit, from Yad Vashem's Art Collection, stands as testimony to the strength of the human spirit that refuses to surrender.

Sign Languages of Canada

Special Events

Bathurst Clark Resource Library Contact

November 5, 2025 to November 30, 2025

This exhibit introduces viewers to six Sign Languages used in Canada. Maps, videos, and illustrations explain the histories and unique characteristics of each.

Baby Adventures Storytime

Pre-school Programs

Ansley Grove Library Contact

November 3, 2025 to December 15, 2025,
Mondays 10:00 AM to 10:45 AM

Join us for lively songs, bounces, rhymes, and plenty of baby time fun. This program is designed for babies from birth to crawling.
Pleasant Ridge Library Contact

November 1, 2025 to December 31, 2025,
Mondays 10:00 AM to 10:45 AM

Join us for lively songs, bounces, rhymes, and plenty of baby time fun. This program is designed for babies from birth to crawling.
Bathurst Clark Resource Library Contact

November 1, 2025 to December 31, 2025,
Tuesdays 10:00 AM to 10:45 AM

Join us for lively songs, bounces, rhymes, and plenty of baby time fun. This program is designed for babies from birth to crawling.
Carrville Library Contact

November 1, 2025 to December 31, 2025,
Wednesdays 10:00 AM to 10:45 AM

Join us for lively songs, bounces, rhymes, and plenty of baby time fun. This program is designed for babies from birth to crawling.
Maple Library Contact

November 1, 2025 to December 31, 2025,
Thursdays 10:00 AM to 10:45 AM

Join us for lively songs, bounces, rhymes, and plenty of baby time fun. This program is designed for babies from birth to crawling.
Pierre Berton Resource Library Contact

November 1, 2025 to December 31, 2025,
Tuesdays 10:00 AM to 10:45 AM

Join us for lively songs, bounces, rhymes, and plenty of baby time fun. This program is designed for babies from birth to crawling.
Vellore Village Library Contact

November 1, 2025 to December 31, 2025,
Tuesdays 10:00 AM to 10:45 AM

Join us for lively songs, bounces, rhymes, and plenty of baby time fun. This program is designed for babies from birth to crawling.
VMC Library Contact

November 1, 2025 to December 31, 2025,
Wednesdays 10:00 AM to 10:45 AM

Join us for lively songs, bounces, rhymes, and plenty of baby time fun. This program is designed for babies from birth to crawling.
Civic Centre Resource Library Contact

November 1, 2025 to December 31, 2025,
Wednesdays 2:00 PM to 2:45 PM

Join us for lively songs, bounces, rhymes, and plenty of baby time fun. This program is designed for babies from birth to crawling.
Dufferin Clark Library Contact

November 1, 2025 to December 31, 2025,
Thursdays 2:00 PM to 2:45 PM

Join us for lively songs, bounces, rhymes, and plenty of baby time fun. This program is designed for babies from birth to crawling.
Woodbridge Library Contact

November 1, 2025 to December 31, 2025,
Fridays 2:00 PM to 2:45 PM

Join us for lively songs, bounces, rhymes, and plenty of baby time fun. This program is designed for babies from birth to crawling.

Little Explorers Storytime

Pre-school Programs

Ansley Grove Library Contact

November 6, 2025 to December 18, 2025,
Thursdays 10:00 AM to 10:45 AM

This program features songs, action rhymes, and early literacy activities designed for toddlers to kindergarten-aged children.
Bathurst Clark Resource Library Contact

November 1, 2025 to December 31, 2025,
Sundays 10:00 AM to 10:45 AM

This program features songs, action rhymes, and early literacy activities designed for toddlers to kindergarten-aged children.
Carrville Library Contact

November 1, 2025 to December 31, 2025,
Tuesdays 10:00 AM to 10:45 AM

This program features songs, action rhymes, and early literacy activities designed for toddlers to kindergarten-aged children.
Civic Centre Resource Library Contact

November 1, 2025 to December 31, 2025,
Saturdays 10:00 AM to 10:45 AM

This program features songs, action rhymes, and early literacy activities designed for toddlers to kindergarten-aged children.
Dufferin Clark Library Contact

November 1, 2025 to December 31, 2025,
Tuesdays 10:00 AM to 10:45 AM

This program features songs, action rhymes, and early literacy activities designed for toddlers to kindergarten-aged children.
Kleinburg Library Contact

November 1, 2025 to December 31, 2025,
Thursdays 10:00 AM to 10:45 AM

This program features songs, action rhymes, and early literacy activities designed for toddlers to kindergarten-aged children.
Maple Library Contact

November 1, 2025 to December 31, 2025,
Wednesdays 10:00 AM to 10:45 AM

This program features songs, action rhymes, and early literacy activities designed for toddlers to kindergarten-aged children.
Pierre Berton Resource Library Contact

November 1, 2025 to December 31, 2025,
Wednesdays 10:00 AM to 10:45 AM, Saturdays 10:00 AM to 10:45 AM

This program features songs, action rhymes, and early literacy activities designed for toddlers to kindergarten-aged children.
Pleasant Ridge Library Contact

November 1, 2025 to December 31, 2025,
Thursdays 10:00 AM to 10:45 AM

This program features songs, action rhymes, and early literacy activities designed for toddlers to kindergarten-aged children.
Vellore Village Library Contact

November 1, 2025 to December 31, 2025,
Thursdays 10:00 AM to 10:45 AM

This program features songs, action rhymes, and early literacy activities designed for toddlers to kindergarten-aged children.
Woodbridge Library Contact

November 1, 2025 to December 31, 2025,
Tuesdays 10:00 AM to 10:45 AM

This program features songs, action rhymes, and early literacy activities designed for toddlers to kindergarten-aged children.

Little Kitchen Time

Pre-school Programs

VMC Library Contact

November 6, 2025 to December 11, 2025,
Thursdays 10:00 AM to 10:45 AM

Enjoy food- and cooking-themed stories and songs in our play kitchen! Test your culinary skills - counting, measuring, and recognizing ingredients - at food-inspired activity stations. For toddlers to kindergarten-age children.

Playful Math

Pre-school Programs

Bathurst Clark Resource Library Contact

November 7, 2025 to November 21, 2025,
Fridays 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM

Using a variety of activities, songs, and rhymes, participants will practice their math skills in a fun and interactive way. In partnership with EarlyON.

Aging Well Club

Adult Programs

Civic Centre Resource Library Contact

November 7, 2025 to December 12, 2025,
Fridays 11:00 AM to 12:00 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 for priority. Drop-ins are welcome if space allows.

Chess Club

For Children & Families

Vellore Village Library Contact

November 1, 2025 to December 20, 2025,
Saturdays 1:00 PM to 2:30 PM

Drop in and test your strategies, learn some new skills, or battle it out with our talented volunteers. Beginners and pros are welcome!
Maple Library Contact

November 1, 2025 to December 31, 2025,
Thursdays 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM

Drop in and test your strategies, learn some new skills, or battle it out with our talented volunteers. Beginners and pros are welcome!

Let's Go to the Movies

Adult Programs

Dufferin Clark Library Contact

November 3, 2025 to December 15, 2025,
Mondays 1:30 PM to 3:30 PM

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

Virtual ESL Café

Adult Programs

Online Program

November 4, 2025 to November 18, 2025,
Tuesdays 1:30 PM to 3:00 PM

Newcomers and ESL learners can practice their English in an informal online environment with adult volunteers. Sessions are hosted live on Zoom. In partnership with CCSYR through Library Settlement Partnerships (LSP) in York Region. Please register at ccsyr.org or contact LSP@ccsyr.org.

Zumbini

Pre-school Programs

Maple Library Contact

November 3, 2025 to December 15, 2025,
Mondays 1:30 PM to 3:00 PM

A unique, fun program incorporating music and movement to encourage parent-child bonding while helping to develop early literacy, motor, and social skills. Offered in partnership with EarlyON.

Chess Club for Teens

Teen Programs

Pierre Berton Resource Library Contact

November 5, 2025 to December 17, 2025,
Wednesdays 2:45 PM to 4:00 PM

Drop in and test your strategies, learn some new skills, or battle it out with other players. Beginners and pros are welcome!
Dufferin Clark Library Contact

November 1, 2025 to December 31, 2025,
Tuesdays 3:30 PM to 4:30 PM

Drop in and test your strategies, learn some new skills, or battle it out with other players. Beginners and pros are welcome!

Reading Buddies

Children's Programs

Pleasant Ridge Library Contact

November 5, 2025 to December 17, 2025,
Wednesdays 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM

Have fun while practicing your reading skills and enjoying literacy activities and games with volunteers. For grades 1-6. Register on Eventbrite.
Carrville Library Contact

November 1, 2025 to December 31, 2025,
Thursdays 5:30 PM to 6:30 PM

Have fun while practicing your reading skills and enjoying literacy activities and games with volunteers. For grades 1-6. Register on Eventbrite.
Vellore Village Library Contact

November 1, 2025 to December 31, 2025,
Thursdays 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM

Have fun while practicing your reading skills and enjoying literacy activities and games with volunteers. For grades 1-6. Register on Eventbrite.

D&D Club

Teen Programs

Carrville Library Contact

November 4, 2025 to December 16, 2025,
Tuesdays 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM

Game on! Join in on the action and adventure as we campaign our way through the world of Dungeons and Dragons. No previous gaming experience required. For grades 6-12. Register on Eventbrite.

Paws 4 Stories

Children's Programs

Bathurst Clark Resource Library Contact

November 6, 2025 to November 27, 2025,
Thursdays 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM

Help young students develop their confidence when reading aloud by practicing with a trained therapy dog. Available for students in grades 1-3. Register on Eventbrite.

Plaisir de lire / Fun with French

Children's Programs

Vellore Village Library Contact

November 4, 2025 to November 25, 2025,
Tuesdays 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM

Rejoignez-nous pour des activités et de la lecture, animées par des bénévoles francophones de notre communauté. Pour les enfants de la 2e à la 6e année.
Parlez-vous français? Join us for activities and reading practice, led by French-speaking volunteers from our community. For grades 2-6.
Pleasant Ridge Library Contact

November 1, 2025 to December 31, 2025,
Mondays 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM

Rejoignez-nous pour des activités et de la lecture, animées par des bénévoles francophones de notre communauté. Pour les enfants de la 2e à la 6e année.
Parlez-vous français? Join us for activities and reading practice, led by French-speaking volunteers from our community. For grades 2-6.
Woodbridge Library Contact

November 1, 2025 to December 31, 2025,
Mondays 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM

Rejoignez-nous pour des activités et de la lecture, animées par des bénévoles francophones de notre communauté. Pour les enfants de la 2e à la 6e année.
Parlez-vous français? Join us for activities and reading practice, led by French-speaking volunteers from our community. For grades 2-6.
Bathurst Clark Resource Library Contact

November 1, 2025 to December 31, 2025,
Thursdays 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM

Rejoignez-nous pour des activités et de la lecture, animées par des bénévoles francophones de notre communauté. Pour les enfants de la 2e à la 6e année.
Parlez-vous français? Join us for activities and reading practice, led by French-speaking volunteers from our community. For grades 2-6.
Civic Centre Resource Library Contact

November 1, 2025 to December 31, 2025,
Wednesdays 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM

Rejoignez-nous pour des activités et de la lecture, animées par des bénévoles francophones de notre communauté. Pour les enfants de la 2e à la 6e année.
Parlez-vous français? Join us for activities and reading practice, led by French-speaking volunteers from our community. For grades 2-6.

English Conversation Circle

Adult Programs

VMC Library Contact

November 4, 2025 to December 16, 2025,
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. In partnership with CCSYR through Library Settlement Partnership (LSP) in York Region. Permanent residents and convention refugees should register at CCSYR.org or 905-770-7040. All other learners should register on Eventbrite.

Cercle de discussion / French Meetup for Adults

Adult Programs

Online Program

November 3, 2025 to December 15, 2025,
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.

Toastmasters for Teens

Teen Programs

Pierre Berton Resource Library Contact

November 4, 2025 to November 25, 2025,
Tuesdays 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM

Nervous about public speaking? Join Toastmasters for Teens and conquer those fears! Develop communication and leadership skills with the guidance of a facilitator. For grades 8-12. Register on Eventbrite.

Programs Coming Up

2025

Nov

Tue

Aging Well in Chinese/中文长者健康活动

Adult Programs

Pleasant Ridge Library Contact

10:30 AM to 12:00 PM

Chat in Chinese about books, current events, and life in Canada. Call or visit the Service Desk for more details.
中文社交活动: 用中文聊天, 谈论书籍, 国家时事, 以及在加拿大的生活

Kitchen STEAM for Homeschoolers

Culinary Literacy

VMC Library Contact

10:30 AM to 12:00 PM

Who says you can’t play with your food? Let's learn about kitchen STEAM topics every month! Recommended for grades 3-8. Registration is $5 on Eventbrite.

Register

Romance Book Club

Adult Programs

Civic Centre Resource Library Contact

7:00 PM to 8:00 PM

Want to talk about books that make you sigh and swoon, and always have a happily-ever-after? Join our Romance Book Club in person or on Zoom. Register on Eventbrite.

Register

2025

Nov

Wed

Creative Age: Drum & Percussion Circle

Adult Programs

Ansley Grove Library Contact

10:00 AM to 11:00 AM

Experience the fun and community of a drum & percussion circle. No experience needed! Materials provided or bring your own. Aimed at older adults but all adults welcome! Register on Eventbrite or by calling 905-653-7323.

French Storytime/ L'Heure du conte

Pre-school Programs

Bathurst Clark Resource Library Contact

10:00 AM to 10:45 AM

The perfect intro to French! Awesome stories and songs for everyone.
Le meilleur moyen d’apprendre en ayant du plaisir grâce à de superbes histoires et chansons pour tous!

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.

Baby Music and Movement

Pre-school Programs

Kleinburg Library Contact

1:30 PM to 3:00 PM

Enjoy music and movement with your baby and play with instruments and materials that support healthy development while connecting with other families. In partnership with EarlyON. For ages 0–12 months.

Hebrew Storytime / שעת סיפור בעברית

Pre-school Programs

Bathurst Clark Resource Library Contact

5:30 PM to 6:00 PM

Join us for stories, songs, and fingerplays in Hebrew and English. In partnership with the UJA Federation of Greater Toronto.
.הצטרפו אלינו לסיפורים שירים, ומשחקי אצבּע בעברית ובאנגלית .בשיתוף עם הפדרציה היהודית המאוחדת של טורונטו רבתי

Snacking on Stories

Culinary Literacy

VMC Library Contact

6:15 PM to 7:45 PM

Get ready to dive into the world of stories…through food! We will read a story and cook up something delicious every month. For grades 1-4, with a caregiver. Registration is $5 per session on Eventbrite.

Register

Plaisir de lire / Fun with French

Children's Programs

Pierre Berton Resource Library Contact

6:30 PM to 7:30 PM

Rejoignez-nous pour des activités et de la lecture, animées par des bénévoles francophones de notre communauté. Pour les enfants de la 2e à la 6e année.
Parlez-vous français? Join us for activities and reading practice, led by French-speaking volunteers from our community. For grades 2-6.

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