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Teen Art Anthology

All Day 10/1 - 11/30
Virtual
Program Type:
Community Wellness, Crafts and DIY, Inclusion and Belonging, Writing and Publishing
Age Group:
Teen

Are you a Teen who wants to have their art published at the library? Submit to our Teen Art Anthology!

 

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Community Wellness, Crafts and DIY, Inclusion and Belonging, Writing and Publishing
Event Details:

Are you a Teen who wants to have their art published at the library? Submit to our Teen Art Anthology!

 

Disclaimer(s)

Teen only event

This event is intended for teens between the ages of 13-19 only. To maintain a safe space for our teens, children and adults are not permitted.

This event is in the "Teen" group
This event is in the "Adult" group
This event is in the "Young Adult" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Sewing Corn on the Cob Pencil Cases with Morgan Kagesheongai

Tuesday, November 18, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Maker Space - Event Room at Central Library
Program Type:
Community Partnership, Crafts and DIY, Indigenous
Age Group:
Teen, Adult, Young Adult, Seniors

Local artist Morgan Kagesheongai will teach us how to sew pencil cases inspired by corn on the cob! All supplies are provided. Sewing experience is beneficial but not required.

Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Maker Space - Event Room
Age Group: Teen, Adult, Young Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Community Partnership, Crafts and DIY, Indigenous
Registration Required
Event Details:

Local artist Morgan Kagesheongai will teach us how to sew pencil cases inspired by corn on the cob! All supplies are provided. Sewing experience is beneficial but not required.

This event is in the "Children" group

Crafty Tales (2-5 yrs)

Friday, November 21, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Maker Space - Event Room at Central Library
Program Type:
Crafts and DIY, Culture of Reading, Early Literacy, Storytime
Age Group:
Children

Join us for a fun storytime filled with books, songs, and rhymes, followed by an exciting hands-on craft inspired by the story. Perfect for little ones who love reading and crafting!

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Maker Space - Event Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Crafts and DIY, Culture of Reading, Early Literacy, Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a fun storytime filled with books, songs, and rhymes, followed by an exciting hands-on craft inspired by the story. Perfect for little ones who love reading and crafting!

This event is in the "Children" group

Celebrate Winter: DIY Snow Globes! (5-10 yrs)

Wednesday, November 26, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Quiet Study Room at George Ashe Library
Program Type:
Community Wellness, Crafts and DIY
Age Group:
Children

Create your very own winter wonderland! Design and decorate a snow globe using a variety of fun, winter-themed items. Shake it up and watch the snow swirl around your scene. Supplies will be provided.

Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: George Ashe Library
Room: Quiet Study Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Community Wellness, Crafts and DIY
Registration Required
Event Details:

Create your very own winter wonderland! Design and decorate a snow globe using a variety of fun, winter-themed items. Shake it up and watch the snow swirl around your scene. Supplies will be provided.

This event is in the "Children" group

Crafty Tales (2-5 yrs)

Friday, November 28, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Maker Space - Event Room at Central Library
Program Type:
Crafts and DIY, Culture of Reading, Early Literacy, Storytime
Age Group:
Children

Join us for a fun storytime filled with books, songs, and rhymes, followed by an exciting hands-on craft inspired by the story. Perfect for little ones who love reading and crafting!

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Maker Space - Event Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Crafts and DIY, Culture of Reading, Early Literacy, Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a fun storytime filled with books, songs, and rhymes, followed by an exciting hands-on craft inspired by the story. Perfect for little ones who love reading and crafting!

This event is in the "Children" group

Windsock Craft! (5-12 yrs)

Monday, December 1, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Auditorium at Central Library
Program Type:
Community Wellness, Crafts and DIY
Age Group:
Children

Create your own winter windsock using colourful and seasonal craft supplies, then take it home to display with winter cheer. Will you make snowflakes, snowmen, or something all your own? Supplies will be provided.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Community Wellness, Crafts and DIY
Registration Required
Event Details:

Create your own winter windsock using colourful and seasonal craft supplies, then take it home to display with winter cheer. Will you make snowflakes, snowmen, or something all your own? Supplies will be provided.

This event is in the "Teen" group
This event is in the "Adult" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Digital Holiday Cards

Monday, December 1, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Maker Space - Event Room at Central Library
Program Type:
Computers and Technology, Crafts and DIY, Maker Space
Age Group:
Teen, Adult, Seniors

Get into the holiday spirit with our digital holiday card workshop! Learn to use our digital art software Krita and our Wacom drawing tablets to create your very own wintery work of art just in time for the holidays.

Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Maker Space - Event Room
Age Group: Teen, Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Computers and Technology, Crafts and DIY, Maker Space
Registration Required
Event Details:

Get into the holiday spirit with our digital holiday card workshop! Learn to use our digital art software Krita and our Wacom drawing tablets to create your very own wintery work of art just in time for the holidays.

This event is in the "Children" group

3D Paper Snowflakes! (8-12 yrs)

Thursday, December 4, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Auditorium at Central Library
Program Type:
Community Wellness, Crafts and DIY, STEAM
Age Group:
Children

Let it snow… indoors! Join us for a fun and festive craft session where kids will create their very own 3D paper snowflakes and turn them into a beautiful winter garland to take home. Perfect for decorating windows, walls, or holiday spaces.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Community Wellness, Crafts and DIY, STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Let it snow… indoors! Join us for a fun and festive craft session where kids will create their very own 3D paper snowflakes and turn them into a beautiful winter garland to take home. Perfect for decorating windows, walls, or holiday spaces.

This event is in the "Children" group

Crafty Tales (2-5 yrs)

Friday, December 5, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Maker Space - Event Room at Central Library
Program Type:
Crafts and DIY, Culture of Reading, Early Literacy, Storytime
Age Group:
Children

Join us for a fun storytime filled with books, songs, and rhymes, followed by an exciting hands-on craft inspired by the story. Perfect for little ones who love reading and crafting!

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Maker Space - Event Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Crafts and DIY, Culture of Reading, Early Literacy, Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a fun storytime filled with books, songs, and rhymes, followed by an exciting hands-on craft inspired by the story. Perfect for little ones who love reading and crafting!

This event is in the "Children" group

Celebrate Winter: Creative Cookie Time! (2-6 yrs)

Saturday, December 6, 2025 at 1:00pm - 1:45pm
Quiet Study Room at George Ashe Library
Program Type:
Community Wellness, Crafts and DIY, Culture of Reading, Storytime
Age Group:
Children

Join us for everything cookies! Enjoy cookie stories, songs and decorate your own delicious cookie to take home. Dress for mess! Supplies will be provided.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: George Ashe Library
Room: Quiet Study Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Community Wellness, Crafts and DIY, Culture of Reading, Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for everything cookies! Enjoy cookie stories, songs and decorate your own delicious cookie to take home. Dress for mess! Supplies will be provided.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

This event is in the "Children" group

Celebrate Winter: Creative Cookie Time! (2-6 yrs)

Saturday, December 6, 2025 at 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Quiet Study Room at George Ashe Library
Program Type:
Community Wellness, Crafts and DIY, Culture of Reading, Storytime
Age Group:
Children

Join us for everything cookies! Enjoy cookie stories, songs and decorate your own delicious cookie to take home. Dress for mess! Supplies will be provided.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: George Ashe Library
Room: Quiet Study Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Community Wellness, Crafts and DIY, Culture of Reading, Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for everything cookies! Enjoy cookie stories, songs and decorate your own delicious cookie to take home. Dress for mess! Supplies will be provided.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

This event is in the "Children" group

Celebrate Winter: DIY Cards! (6-12 yrs)

Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Auditorium at Central Library
Program Type:
Community Wellness, Crafts and DIY
Age Group:
Children

Feeling crafty? Come on by and create a hand-made card for someone you love! Supplies will be provided.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Community Wellness, Crafts and DIY
Registration Required
Event Details:

Feeling crafty? Come on by and create a hand-made card for someone you love! Supplies will be provided.

This event is in the "Children" group

Crafternoon! (5-12 yrs)

Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Quiet Study Room at George Ashe Library
Program Type:
Community Wellness, Crafts and DIY
Age Group:
Children

Time to get crafty! Come and get creative with a variety of seasonal fun craft supplies. What will you make? Supplies will be provided.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: George Ashe Library
Room: Quiet Study Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Community Wellness, Crafts and DIY
Registration Required
Event Details:

Time to get crafty! Come and get creative with a variety of seasonal fun craft supplies. What will you make? Supplies will be provided.

This event is in the "Children" group

Crafty Tales (2-5 yrs)

Friday, December 12, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Maker Space - Event Room at Central Library
Program Type:
Crafts and DIY, Culture of Reading, Early Literacy, Storytime
Age Group:
Children

Join us for a fun storytime filled with books, songs, and rhymes, followed by an exciting hands-on craft inspired by the story. Perfect for little ones who love reading and crafting!

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Maker Space - Event Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Crafts and DIY, Culture of Reading, Early Literacy, Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a fun storytime filled with books, songs, and rhymes, followed by an exciting hands-on craft inspired by the story. Perfect for little ones who love reading and crafting!

This event is in the "Children" group

Celebrate Winter: Festival of Lights (6-12 yrs)

Monday, December 15, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Quiet Study Room at George Ashe Library
Program Type:
Community Wellness, Crafts and DIY, Inclusion and Belonging
Age Group:
Children

Shine bright with us! Explore how different cultures celebrate with light—from Winter Solstice, Kwanzaa, Hanukkah, Christmas, to Bodhi Day, each tradition shines in its own way. Enjoy stories and create your own light-themed craft.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: George Ashe Library
Room: Quiet Study Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Community Wellness, Crafts and DIY, Inclusion and Belonging
Registration Required
Event Details:

Shine bright with us! Explore how different cultures celebrate with light—from Winter Solstice, Kwanzaa, Hanukkah, Christmas, to Bodhi Day, each tradition shines in its own way. Enjoy stories and create your own light-themed craft.

This event is in the "Adult" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Vinyl Craft: Decorate Mugs!

Wednesday, December 17, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Maker Space - Event Room at Central Library
Program Type:
Computers and Technology, Crafts and DIY, Maker Space
Age Group:
Adult, Seniors

Drink hot chocolate in style this winter with a custom vinyl design! Transform a plain coffee mug into a winter wonderland using vinyl decals. All supplies will be provided.

Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Maker Space - Event Room
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Computers and Technology, Crafts and DIY, Maker Space
Registration Required
Event Details:

Drink hot chocolate in style this winter with a custom vinyl design! Transform a plain coffee mug into a winter wonderland using vinyl decals. All supplies will be provided.

This event is in the "Teen" group
This event is in the "Adult" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Intro to UX Design

Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Auditorium at Central Library
Program Type:
Computers and Technology, Crafts and DIY
Age Group:
Teen, Adult, Seniors

Discover how User Experience (UX) Design shapes the way we interact with the world. In this beginner-friendly session, we'll break down what UX is, explore core principles and walk through the phases of the UX design process.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Teen, Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Computers and Technology, Crafts and DIY
Registration Required
Event Details:

Discover how User Experience (UX) Design shapes the way we interact with the world. In this beginner-friendly session, we'll break down what UX is, explore core principles and walk through the phases of the UX design process.

This event is in the "Children" group

Fantastic Frames! (7-12 yrs)

Tuesday, December 23, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Auditorium at Central Library
Program Type:
Community Wellness, Crafts and DIY
Age Group:
Children

Build and decorate a colourful picture frame from popsicle sticks, then make it your own with gems, stickers and more! A perfect way to showcase a special photo or drawing. Supplies will be provided. 

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Community Wellness, Crafts and DIY
Registration Required
Event Details:

Build and decorate a colourful picture frame from popsicle sticks, then make it your own with gems, stickers and more! A perfect way to showcase a special photo or drawing. Supplies will be provided. 

Christmas Eve

All Day
Claremont Library
Closing
Branches:
Claremont Library

Christmas Eve

Wednesday, December 24, 2025 at 1:00pm - 9:00pm
Central Library, George Ashe Library
Closing
Branches:
Central Library, George Ashe Library

Christmas Day

All Day
Central Library, George Ashe Library, Claremont Library
Closing
Branches:
Central Library, George Ashe Library, Claremont Library

Boxing Day

All Day
Central Library, George Ashe Library, Claremont Library
Closing
Branches:
Central Library, George Ashe Library, Claremont Library

New Year's Eve

All Day
Claremont Library
Closing
Branches:
Claremont Library
This event is in the "Children" group

Noon Years Eve! (0-12 yrs)

Wednesday, December 31, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Central Storytime Area at Central Library
Program Type:
Community Wellness, Crafts and DIY, Games and Activities
Age Group:
Children

Bring your party hats and noisemakers and come countdown the New Year! We will have games and activities for families to participate in. Supplies will be provided.

Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Central Storytime Area
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Community Wellness, Crafts and DIY, Games and Activities
Event Details:

Bring your party hats and noisemakers and come countdown the New Year! We will have games and activities for families to participate in. Supplies will be provided.