Calendar - Orangeville Public Library

The Teen Advisory Group (TAG) provides an opportunity for local youth to share their ideas about the library's teen programs, services and collection. Entering Grade 9 in September? Join TAG this summer and start earning your high school community service volunteer hours.

15 Aug

Craft Closet Clear Out

10:00 AM | 1 Mill Street, Orangeville

Drop in Mondays at Alder and Saturdays at Mill during open hours for a self-directed craft activity using a variety of supplies. Adult supervision required for children under 9.

16 Aug

Headwaters Writers Guild

1:30 PM | 1 Mill Street, Orangeville

Headwaters Writers Group is a local writing group that meets bi-weekly at the Mill Street Library to encourage, motivate and inspire fellow writers. New and experienced writers of any genre are always welcome (18 years or older).

For more information, please email hwg5.writers@gmail.com

17 Aug

Craft Closet clear out

10:00 AM | Alder Street Library, 275 Alder Street

Drop in Mondays at Alder and Saturdays at Mill during open hours for a self-directed craft activity using a variety of supplies.

Adult supervision required for children under 9.

17 Aug

Scientists in School Workshop: Noticing Nature (virtual)

2:30 PM | Virtual / Online program

This workshop is geared for children ages 5 to 12 to complete at home with the guidance of an adult as needed.

Chicka-dee-dee-dee. Who was that? Play a game to discover nature sounds around us. Buzz your newly created bee around flowers to pollinate them. Investigate seeds and make a seed caterpillar that will grow over time. Be sure to have your Science Kit on hand for this virtual workshop hosted by Scientists in School.

Science kits will need to be picked up at either library location in advance. Participants will be notified when the kits are ready for pickup.

Please note: a Laptop or internet accessible device and an internet connection are required to take part in this virtual workshop from home.

Please register in advance. The participation link will be sent by library staff the week before the program.

18 Aug

Orange thREADs

1:00 PM | 1 Mill Street, Orangeville

Share your passion for reading and all things fibre arts with Orange thREADs. Join this friendly group for an afternoon of conversation and connection. New members are always welcome.

Orange thREADs meet on the third Tuesday of every month.

18 Aug

Maker Club

2:00 PM | Alder Street Library, 275 Alder Street

Join us in the Makerspace for a taste test of different creative projects. Learn more about 3D Printing, smart cutting, and more! This workshop is geared for youth aged 9 to13 years.

Please register in advance as space is limited.

Meet in the Makerspace at the Alder Street branch.

19 Aug

Kids Club

10:30 AM | 1 Mill Street, Orangeville

Welcome aboard Kids Club: Deep Divers, for ages 5-8! Dive into the science of water with storytime, fun activities, and experiments! Join us on at 10:30 a.m. in the Mill St. Meeting Room— we hope to sea you there! No registration is required.

The next Kids Club is on Wednesday, August 26, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m., at the Mill Street Library.

19 Aug

Baby Storytime

1:00 PM | 1 Mill Street, Orangeville

July 29 - Meet Lilly in the Mill Street meeting room.

Ignite your baby’s love for reading through fun and interactive activities. baby storytime is on Wednesdays, July 8 to August 19, 1 to 1:30 p.m. in Storyland at the Mill Library.

This drop in program is for 18 months and under with a caregiver. No registration is required.