Waterdown Branch - Sorter Out of Service
The sorter is temporarily out of order. The estimated time of disruption is unknown. Please use the drop boxes for your library material returns.
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Summer Reading Club 2024
Pick up an activity tracker, complete fun challenges and win stickers and prizes.
READING ADVENTURES
Booklovers unite for engaging reading, writing and storytelling programs for all age levels.
FUN AND GAMES
Test your skills and reach the next level with games, activities and technological gadgets.
SPECIAL GUESTS
Meet fuzzy, scaly and feathered animal friends and take in a cool magic or puppet show.
MOVIES AND MUSIC
Enjoy wholesome Family Movies, take in a musical performance by a local children’s entertainer or have fun with musical instruments.
ARTS, SCIENCE AND TECH
Make and create with traditional art supplies or Makerspace tools and take part in science, math and astronomy activities.
READING BUDDIES
Practice your reading skills with a volunteer Reading Buddy. Children 6-12 can get help with reading through game-playing and fun activities.
Fun Projects and Activities
EARLY YEARS
Activities for kids ages 0-4.
MIDDLE YEARS
Activities for kids ages 4-12.
TEENS
Activities for teens ages 12-18.
Events and Programs
View our What’s Happening Guide for a complete list of programs by age group.