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Aging Well Club

Adult Programs

Civic Centre Resource Library Contact

April 7, 2025 to April 28, 2025,
Mondays 2:00 PM to 3:00 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.

Baby Adventures Storytime

Pre-school Programs

Ansley Grove Library Contact

March 3, 2025 to April 28, 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

March 1, 2025 to April 30, 2025,
Tuesdays 10:00 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

March 1, 2025 to April 30, 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

March 1, 2025 to April 30, 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.
Maple Library Contact

March 1, 2025 to April 30, 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

March 1, 2025 to April 30, 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.
Pleasant Ridge Library Contact

March 1, 2025 to April 30, 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.
Vellore Village Library Contact

March 1, 2025 to April 30, 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

March 1, 2025 to April 30, 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.

Budget Lunch Social

Culinary Literacy

VMC Library Contact

April 3, 2025 to April 24, 2025,
Thursdays 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM

A weekly lunch together - on a budget! Join us for this 4-week series to learn some kitchen skills and meet new cooking friends. In partnership with VCHC. Registration is $15 for all 4 sessions, on Eventbrite.

Chess Club

For Children & Families

Maple Library Contact

March 20, 2025 to April 24, 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!
Vellore Village Library Contact

March 1, 2025 to April 30, 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!

Chess Club for Teens

Teen Programs

Dufferin Clark Library Contact

April 3, 2025 to April 24, 2025,
Thursdays 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM

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

March 1, 2025 to April 30, 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!

D&D Club

Teen Programs

Pleasant Ridge Library Contact

March 4, 2025 to April 29, 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.

Debate Club

Teen Programs

Civic Centre Resource Library Contact

April 17, 2025 to May 8, 2025,
Thursdays 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM

Improve your critical thinking and public speaking skills! A variety of debate formats will be used to explore current events and philosophical questions. For grades 8-10. Register on Eventbrite.

English Conversation Circle

Adult Programs

VMC Library Contact

March 4, 2025 to April 29, 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 Partnerships (LSP) in York Region. For registration and information, please contact cel@ccsyr.org.

Let's Go to the Movies

Adult Programs

Dufferin Clark Library Contact

March 1, 2025 to April 30, 2025,
Mondays 1:30 PM to 3:30 PM

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

Little Explorers Storytime

Pre-school Programs

Civic Centre Resource Library Contact

March 1, 2025 to April 30, 2025,
Fridays 10:00 AM to 10:45 AM

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

March 1, 2025 to April 30, 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

March 1, 2025 to April 30, 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.
Dufferin Clark Library Contact

March 1, 2025 to April 30, 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

March 1, 2025 to April 30, 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

March 1, 2025 to April 30, 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

March 1, 2025 to April 30, 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

March 1, 2025 to April 30, 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

March 1, 2025 to April 30, 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.

Little Kitchen Time

Pre-school Programs

VMC Library Contact

March 6, 2025 to April 24, 2025,
Thursdays 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM

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

Musical Babies

Pre-school Programs

Kleinburg Library Contact

March 5, 2025 to April 30, 2025,
Wednesdays 1:30 PM to 3:00 PM

An hour-long drop-in program that incorporates musical learning with songs, rhymes, and more. Offered in partnership with EarlyON Centre. For ages 0 to 12 months.

Plaisir de lire / Fun with French

Children's Programs

Bathurst Clark Resource Library Contact

March 6, 2025 to April 24, 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

March 1, 2025 to April 30, 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.
Pleasant Ridge Library Contact

March 1, 2025 to April 30, 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.

Playful Math

Pre-school Programs

Dufferin Clark Library Contact

April 4, 2025 to April 25, 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.

Reading Buddies

Children's Programs

Dufferin Clark Library Contact

February 19, 2025 to April 30, 2025,
Wednesdays 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM

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

March 1, 2025 to April 30, 2025,
Tuesdays 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.
Pierre Berton Resource Library Contact

March 1, 2025 to April 30, 2025,
Sundays 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM

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

March 1, 2025 to April 30, 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.
Vellore Village Library Contact

March 1, 2025 to April 30, 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.

Robotics Club

Make It! Create It! Learn It!

Pierre Berton Resource Library Contact

April 16, 2025 to May 7, 2025,
Wednesdays 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM

Calling all young innovators in grades 4-8! Dive into the exciting world of robotics featuring Vex robots in this four-week program. Build, pilot, code, and compete with friends. Register on Eventbrite.

Sensory Room

For Children & Families

Bathurst Clark Resource Library Contact

March 7, 2025 to April 25, 2025,
Fridays 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM

Drop in for some fun hands-on sensory activities that are easy on the eyes and ears. For all ages.

Study Hall

Adult Programs

Bathurst Clark Resource Library Contact

April 7, 2025 to April 24, 2025

Need a place to study for exams? VPL's study hall is open late for post-secondary students who want to study alone or in small groups.
Civic Centre Resource Library Contact

March 1, 2025 to April 30, 2025

Need a place to study for exams? VPL's study hall is open late for post-secondary students who want to study alone or in small groups.
Pierre Berton Resource Library Contact

March 1, 2025 to April 30, 2025

Need a place to study for exams? VPL's study hall is open late for post-secondary students who want to study alone or in small groups.

Tech Tutor 1-on-1

Adult Programs

Civic Centre Resource Library Contact

March 1, 2025 to April 30, 2025,
Wednesdays 6:00 PM to 8:00 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.
Pleasant Ridge Library Contact

March 1, 2025 to April 30, 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.

Toastmasters for Teens

Teen Programs

Pierre Berton Resource Library Contact

March 25, 2025 to May 13, 2025,
Tuesdays 7:00 PM to 8:00 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.

Watercolour Neurographic Art

Adult Programs

Ansley Grove Library Contact

April 3, 2025 to April 24, 2025,
Thursdays 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM

Join artist and teacher Christina Chiavaroli as she gently guides you through the process of art exploration using watercolour techniques while also experiencing cognitive benefits. Register on Eventbrite.

Zumbini

Pre-school Programs

Maple Library Contact

March 3, 2025 to April 28, 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.

Programs Coming Up

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Creation Lab

Make It! Create It! Learn It!

Bathurst Clark Resource Library Contact

10:00 AM to 11:00 AM

Explore all things STEAM with a variety of library tech and tools.

D&D Club

Teen Programs

Pierre Berton Resource Library Contact

2:00 PM to 4:00 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.

Pokémon League

For Children & Families

Bathurst Clark Resource Library Contact

2:00 PM to 4:00 PM

Whether you own Pokémon Cards, love Pokémon, or just want something fun to do, join us for a huge range of Pokémon activities at the library! All ages are welcome.

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Apr

Tue

Kitchen Traditions Series

Culinary Literacy

VMC Library Contact

10:30 AM to 12:00 PM

Let's share kitchen traditions and stories! Learn from older adults in our community and make dishes that reflect our diversity, from one generation to the next. Register on Eventbrite.

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STEAM Club

Make It! Create It! Learn It!

Bathurst Clark Resource Library Contact

2:00 PM to 3:00 PM

Drop in and have fun exploring new STEAM topics with guided, hands-on activities about Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math. For grades 3-8.

Plaisir de lire / Fun with French

Children's Programs

Vellore Village Library Contact

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.

STEAM Club

Make It! Create It! Learn It!

VMC Library Contact

7:00 PM to 8:00 PM

Drop in and have fun exploring new STEAM topics with guided, hands-on activities about Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math. For grades 3-8.

Visit the Therapy Dogs

Adult Programs

Dufferin Clark Library Contact

7:00 PM to 8:00 PM

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

2025

Apr

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.

D&D Club

Teen Programs

VMC Library Contact

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.

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