Drop-in to the Makerspace on Tuesday, Wednesday or Saturday between 10 a.m. and 12 p.m. each week, from July 8-August 16, for Makerspace Habitat Lab! We’ll build a hands-on project each week to help you learn more about habitats around the world! Build your project during the drop-in sessions, then take it home and test it ...

Calling all caregivers and babies 0-2 years old! Join us, at Couchiching Beach Park (Rotary Train area), every Wednesday, from 10:30-11:30 a.m. each week for stories, songs, and sensory fun. Oh, baby, it’s time for some fun in the sun - no registration required! July 9: Mini Musicians July 16: Birthday Party ...

Primary students, pack your passports for a world of wonder—science in space, candy kingdoms, secret spy missions, and sporty challenges await! Join us, every Wednesday from 2-3 p.m., for art, games, and global summer fun. This weekly registered program is for ages 5-8 and will meet in the Family Dept. Program Room. Onl ...

Tween adventurers, get ready to travel the globe – no passport required! Join us, every Wednesday from 2-3:30 p.m., to explore the wonders of our world through art, science, games and epic activities. This weekly registered program is for ages 9-13 and will meet in the Library Program Rooms. **Online registration opens t ...

It might be summer break, but there’s no other school in the world like Explorer Academy! Adventure, danger, and far-off lands await while we train to become the next generation of great explorers. Come to The Family Department every Thursday between 10-11:30 a.m. to explore the Islands of Hawai’i, the Sahara Dessert, the ...

Gear up for a family adventure full of exciting games, creative crafts, and thrilling challenges! Join us for a new quest each week. No sign-up is required, but space is limited. This program will be held in the Library Program Rooms Fridays from 2-3 p.m. (best for ages 4+). July 10: BINGO July 17: Amazing Race ...

Unleash your creativity at our Teen Makerspace Nights! Join us each week, in the Makerspace on the 2nd floor of the library, on Thursdays from 6-7 p.m. to explore, work on cool projects, and enjoy treats! For teens ages 13-18. Drop-in and free! Supplies are first-come-first-serve. July 10: Tile Mosaic Coasters ...

Bring your ukulele to the Library for a fun jam! Hosted by the Sunshine Ukulele Network (S.U.N.). All skill levels welcome; no registration required.

Visit the Family Department on Fridays and Saturdays between 10 a.m.-1 p.m. each week for self-guided crafts and activities! Try new art styles each week and let your creativity run wild! No registration required; for all ages. July 11 & 12: Sensational String July 18 & 19: Insect Invasion July 25 & 26: Dots an ...

Visit the Family Department on Fridays and Saturdays between 10 a.m.-1 p.m. each week for self-guided crafts and activities! Try new art styles each week and let your creativity run wild! No registration required; for all ages. July 11 & 12: Sensational String July 18 & 19: Insect Invasion July 25 & 26: Dots an ...

Drop-in to the Makerspace on Tuesday, Wednesday or Saturday between 10 a.m. and 12 p.m. each week, from July 8-August 16, for Makerspace Habitat Lab! We’ll build a hands-on project each week to help you learn more about habitats around the world! Build your project during the drop-in sessions, then take it home and test it ...

This unique workshop invites kids and teens ages 9-18 along with their parent, grandparent, aunt, uncle, (or other favourite adult!) to sit side by side in the Makerspace and explore the vibrant world of Métis-inspired Art on Saturday, July 12 at 2 p.m. Presented by the Métis Nation of Ontario’s Summer Youth Program, this f ...

Bring your blankets for an “Around the World” INDOOR Family Movie Night every Monday from 6-7:30 p.m. Join us on a cinematic journey with movies from the continents of the world paired with Makerspace crafts & delicious snacks. Doors open at 5:45 p.m. in our Library Program Rooms. No registration is required but space is ...

Drop-in to the Makerspace on Tuesday, Wednesday or Saturday between 10 a.m. and 12 p.m. each week, from July 8-August 16, for Makerspace Habitat Lab! We’ll build a hands-on project each week to help you learn more about habitats around the world! Build your project during the drop-in sessions, then take it home and test it ...

Try yoga from the comfort of a chair with Certified Hatha Yoga Instructor, Melanie Rimkay. The cost is $24 cash for four in-library classes. This new session begins on Tuesday July 8th 10:30 a.m. and runs every Tuesday until July 29th. This class is ideal for anyone with knee/hip replacements or balance issues. Ple ...

Join OPL staff in the park every Tuesday, from 10:30-11:30 a.m., for mornings full of books, songs, activities, and crafts with a different theme each week! All ages are welcome to this drop-in program. Please note, parents must remain with their children while attending this program. Check OPL's social media for weather ...

Are looking for a meaningful way to earn Community Involvement Hours at the Orillia Public Library? This summer we are seeking highly motivated high school students to volunteer for our 6-week Reading Circle as a Reading Buddy! Candidates must be entering grades 9-12 in September 2025. What is the 6-Week Reading Circle? ...

Explore new stories, make new friends, and enjoy literacy-based activities as a part of our Circle of Readers. Boost your confidence in reading at this fun, social program for children entering Grades 1-4 in the Fall of 2025. Please note, this program does not provide 1-on-1 literacy support or tutoring. This *registere ...

Drop-in to the Makerspace on Tuesday, Wednesday or Saturday between 10 a.m. and 12 p.m. each week, from July 8-August 16, for Makerspace Habitat Lab! We’ll build a hands-on project each week to help you learn more about habitats around the world! Build your project during the drop-in sessions, then take it home and test it ...

Calling all caregivers and babies 0-2 years old! Join us, at Couchiching Beach Park (Rotary Train area), every Wednesday, from 10:30-11:30 a.m. each week for stories, songs, and sensory fun. Oh, baby, it’s time for some fun in the sun - no registration required! July 9: Mini Musicians July 16: Birthday Party ...

Primary students, pack your passports for a world of wonder—science in space, candy kingdoms, secret spy missions, and sporty challenges await! Join us, every Wednesday from 2-3 p.m., for art, games, and global summer fun. This weekly registered program is for ages 5-8 and will meet in the Family Dept. Program Room. Onl ...

Tween adventurers, get ready to travel the globe – no passport required! Join us, every Wednesday from 2-3:30 p.m., to explore the wonders of our world through art, science, games and epic activities. This weekly registered program is for ages 9-13 and will meet in the Library Program Rooms. **Online registration opens t ...

It might be summer break, but there’s no other school in the world like Explorer Academy! Adventure, danger, and far-off lands await while we train to become the next generation of great explorers. Come to The Family Department every Thursday between 10-11:30 a.m. to explore the Islands of Hawai’i, the Sahara Dessert, the ...

Gear up for a family adventure full of exciting games, creative crafts, and thrilling challenges! Join us for a new quest each week. No sign-up is required, but space is limited. This program will be held in the Library Program Rooms Fridays from 2-3 p.m. (best for ages 4+). July 10: BINGO July 17: Amazing Race ...

Unleash your creativity at our Teen Makerspace Nights! Join us each week, in the Makerspace on the 2nd floor of the library, on Thursdays from 6-7 p.m. to explore, work on cool projects, and enjoy treats! For teens ages 13-18. Drop-in and free! Supplies are first-come-first-serve. July 10: Tile Mosaic Coasters ...