School’s out from March 16 to 20! Join us at Wellington County Library for magicians, animals, babysitting courses, and a variety of programming to unlock kids’ creativity and individuality. Future Quest, Exploring the Past, and Science of Now are just a few of the staff-led programs running across the County. We also welcome you to come out for special performers and guests at each branch!
For more information on all of our monthly programming, visit www.wellington.ca/Library. All programs are free unless otherwise noted. Space is limited so please contact your branch to ask about registration.
ARTHUR BRANCH (519-848-3999) DRAYTON BRANCH (519-638-3788)
Mary Lambert: Sing Into Spring (Aall ages).
Robins, frogs, baby chicks, green grass, budding trees, and all things spring! We will take a musical trip to a tropical destination to escape the winter blues, and then enjoy singing about all the wonderful things that spring to life in spring right here at home! Song, dance, colourful costumes and props and lots of audience participation. Please register.
Arthur Branch, Wednesday, March 18, 1:30pm.
Drayton Branch, Wednesday March 18, 4pm.
MOUNT FOREST (519-323-4541) CLIFFORD BRANCH (519-327-8328)
March Break with Mr. J (all ages).
Join Mr. J for a musical performance with interactive instruments and a bubble machine. This fun and family friendly event is sure to please everyone. Drop in.
Mount Forest Branch, Friday, March 20, 10:30am.
Clifford Branch, Friday, March 20, 1:30pm.
DRAYTON BRANCH 519-638-3788)
Red Cross Babysitting Course (teens).
This course offers basic first aid and caregiving skills for youth 11 to 15 years old. Participants learn how to provide care for children of all ages and how to prevent and respond to emergencies, including: managing difficult behaviour, baby care and the business of babysitting. Presented by Emergency Health Services. Cost $60 cash on the day. A subsidy may be available through the Children’s Foundation of Guelph and Wellington. Please register.
Monday, March 16, 10am to 4pm.
HARRISTON (519-338-2396)
Party Safari (all ages).
Join us for a fun-filled hour packed with creatures of all kinds, from the ones that crawl to the ones that glide. It’s sure to be a party! Please register.
Friday, March 20, 2pm.
PALMERSTON (519-343-2142)
Cody Deaner: Dare To Dream BIG (all ages).
Professional wrestler Cody Deaner will inspire kids with his own amazing tale, plus get everyone involved in a story and craft. Please register.
Tuesday, March 17, 2pm.