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Literacy and Language Learning
Transition to Kindergarten
July 27th: 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Eastside Branch
Age Group: Early Learning
Registration required
About the Program
We’ll make new friends and explore everything from letters and numbers to turn-taking and getting dressed for recess to help you feel ready for your new adventures in kindergarten. Please note parents/caregivers will be part of the learning process, but there may be times we ask parents/caregivers to leave the room for a short period of time to help children begin to transition to a classroom setting.
Music
Babies & Ones Music
July 27th: 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
McCormick Branch
Age Group: Early Learning
Registration required
About the Program
Rhyming, singing and movement are all building blocks for vocabulary and early literacy. We've got it all in this engaging program for babies.
Storytimes
Explore Play Learn
July 27th: 10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
John M. Harper Branch
Age Group: Early Learning
Registration required
About the Program
Get ready for stories, songs and lots of fun activities.
Storytimes
Explore Play Learn
July 29th: 10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
Eastside Branch
Age Group: Early Learning
Drop-in
About the Program
Get ready for stories, songs and lots of fun activities.
Literacy and Language Learning
Transition to Kindergarten
July 29th: 02:30 PM - 03:30 PM
McCormick Branch
Age Group: Early Learning
Registration required
About the Program
We’ll make new friends and explore everything from letters and numbers to turn-taking and getting dressed for recess to help you feel ready for your new adventures in kindergarten. Please note parents/caregivers will be part of the learning process, but there may be times we ask parents/caregivers to leave the room for a short period of time to help children begin to transition to a classroom setting.
Storytimes
Ones Exploring Art
July 30th: 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
McCormick Branch
Age Group: Early Learning
Waitlisted
About the Program
Create art with your little one! Enjoy a storytime together, sing songs, make an original art piece, and have fun.
Storytimes
Explore Play Learn
July 30th: 02:30 PM - 03:15 PM
Main Library
Age Group: Early Learning
Registration required
About the Program
Join us for a special Explore Play Learn series where babies and toddlers can enjoy their very own splash pad experience! We’ll start indoors in the Auditorium with a fun, summer‑themed storytime before heading outside to sing, play, and splash in temperature‑controlled water. There will be two splash zones—one for babies and one for toddlers—so everyone can play comfortably at their own level. Please come with your child dressed for water play, and don’t forget sunscreen and a towel. If your child prefers to stay dry, indoor free play activities will be available as well.
Literacy and Language Learning
Transition to Kindergarten
August 4th: 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Main Library
Age Group: Early Learning
Registration required
About the Program
We’ll make new friends and explore everything from letters and numbers to turn-taking and getting dressed for recess to help you feel ready for your new adventures in kindergarten. Please note parents/caregivers will be part of the learning process, but there may be times we ask parents/caregivers to leave the room for a short period of time to help children begin to transition to a classroom setting.
Storytimes
Explore Play Learn
August 5th: 10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
Eastside Branch
Age Group: Early Learning
Drop-in
About the Program
Get ready for stories, songs and lots of fun activities.
Literacy and Language Learning
Transition to Kindergarten
August 5th: 02:30 PM - 03:30 PM
McCormick Branch
Age Group: Early Learning
Registration required
About the Program
We’ll make new friends and explore everything from letters and numbers to turn-taking and getting dressed for recess to help you feel ready for your new adventures in kindergarten. Please note parents/caregivers will be part of the learning process, but there may be times we ask parents/caregivers to leave the room for a short period of time to help children begin to transition to a classroom setting.
Storytimes
Ones Exploring Art
August 6th: 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
McCormick Branch
Age Group: Early Learning
Waitlisted
About the Program
Create art with your little one! Enjoy a storytime together, sing songs, make an original art piece, and have fun.
Literacy and Language Learning
Transition to Kindergarten
August 6th: 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM
John M. Harper Branch
Age Group: Early Learning
Registration required
About the Program
We’ll make new friends and explore everything from letters and numbers to turn-taking and getting dressed for recess to help you feel ready for your new adventures in kindergarten. Please note parents/caregivers will be part of the learning process, but there may be times we ask parents/caregivers to leave the room for a short period of time to help children begin to transition to a classroom setting.
Storytimes
Explore Play Learn
August 6th: 02:30 PM - 03:15 PM
Main Library
Age Group: Early Learning
Registration required
About the Program
Join us for a special Explore Play Learn series where babies and toddlers can enjoy their very own splash pad experience! We’ll start indoors in the Auditorium with a fun, summer‑themed storytime before heading outside to sing, play, and splash in temperature‑controlled water. There will be two splash zones—one for babies and one for toddlers—so everyone can play comfortably at their own level. Please come with your child dressed for water play, and don’t forget sunscreen and a towel. If your child prefers to stay dry, indoor free play activities will be available as well.
Music
Babies: Music and Motion
August 7th: 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
John M. Harper Branch
Age Group: Early Learning
Waitlisted
About the Program
Support your baby’s fine motor and cognitive development through fun, hands-on play and activities. It’s also a great chance for parents and caregivers to relax, connect, and socialize with others.
Storytimes
Baby Story and Splash
August 8th: 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
John M. Harper Branch
Age Group: Early Learning
Registration required
About the Program
This is a fun, baby-focused program that begins with a gentle storytime featuring music and movement in the program room, followed by outdoor water play in the courtyard. It’s a great way for little ones to enjoy stories, stay active, and cool off on warm days.
Literacy and Language Learning
Transition to Kindergarten
August 10th: 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Eastside Branch
Age Group: Early Learning
Registration required
About the Program
We’ll make new friends and explore everything from letters and numbers to turn-taking and getting dressed for recess to help you feel ready for your new adventures in kindergarten. Please note parents/caregivers will be part of the learning process, but there may be times we ask parents/caregivers to leave the room for a short period of time to help children begin to transition to a classroom setting.
Music
Babies & Ones Music
August 10th: 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
McCormick Branch
Age Group: Early Learning
Registration required
About the Program
Rhyming, singing and movement are all building blocks for vocabulary and early literacy. We've got it all in this engaging program for babies.
Storytimes
Explore Play Learn
August 10th: 10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
John M. Harper Branch
Age Group: Early Learning
Registration required
About the Program
Get ready for stories, songs and lots of fun activities.
Literacy and Language Learning
Transition to Kindergarten
August 11th: 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Main Library
Age Group: Early Learning
Registration required
About the Program
We’ll make new friends and explore everything from letters and numbers to turn-taking and getting dressed for recess to help you feel ready for your new adventures in kindergarten. Please note parents/caregivers will be part of the learning process, but there may be times we ask parents/caregivers to leave the room for a short period of time to help children begin to transition to a classroom setting.
Special Events
Dan the Music Man Show
August 11th: 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
McCormick Branch
Age Group: Kids
Registration required
About the Program
Calling all kids - and kids at heart! Get ready to “Dive In” to a lively musical adventure filled with laughter, imagination, and plenty of fun. Join one of Canada’s favourite family performers, Dan the Music Man, for an interactive show that’s sure to have you singing, moving, and smiling along.
