Dive into summer fun at Haldimand County Public Library
Haldimand County Public Library is gearing up for an exciting summer season, offering a wide range of programs, events, and activities for children, teens, and families. This year’s summer programming invites residents to dive into exploration, creativity, and fun through stories, crafts, and interactive experiences.
“Dive In!” children’s summer programs and events
Registration for children’s summer programs opens June 9 at all six branches. Designed for children aged 3 to 12, this year’s “Dive In!” theme will take participants on an imaginative journey through ponds, lakes, rivers, and oceans, with activities including themed story times, crafts, games, and more.
Throughout July and August, each branch will also host a special guest entertainer, Club Rex, an interactive, family-friendly experience where participants can explore the world of dinosaurs, fossils, and prehistory through hands-on learning displays. Attendees will have the chance to view a variety of dinosaur fossils and get up close to pieces that are millions of years old.
Dates, times, and locations for children’s summer programs and events can be found at each library branch or on the website at haldimandlibrary.ca/summer.
Summer Reading Club and activities
The library will once again be offering free summer reading clubs for children and teens: Junior Reading Club (ages 12 and under) and Teen Reading Club (ages 13 to 18).
Participants earn ballots for every library book they read, with opportunities to win prizes through end-of-summer draws. Younger participants can also select prizes along the way as they reach reading milestones.
Additional summer-long activities include in-branch colouring contests, with details and draw dates available at each location and on the website.
Additional summer programs for youth
In addition to seasonal programming, the Library is offering structured learning opportunities for youth.
Summer Coding Club (Dunnville Branch): Youth ages 10 to 13 can learn the basics of web and game design through a free 8-week program running from July 7 to August 25. Registration opens June 22.
Red Cross Babysitting Courses: Youth ages 11 to 17 can register for this nationally recognized program offered at multiple branches. The course helps participants build confidence and practical life skills. The cost to attend is $40 per person, and registration at the library branch is required.
Registration for the babysitting courses opens June 9 for all branches except Caledonia, which opens June 22. Learn more at haldimandlibrary.ca/babysitting.
June program highlights
Residents can also take part in a variety of regular programs and workshops taking place throughout June.
Teen Tape and Paint: Youth ages 10 to 17 can create a custom colour-block tote bag in this hands-on workshop offered at multiple branches. Dates, times, and locations for Teen Tape and Paint can be found at each library branch or on the website at haldimandlibrary.ca/events-programs.
STEM Workshop with McMaster University: Youth ages 9 to 14 can explore chemical engineering concepts by creating their own lip scrub using natural ingredients at a free, interactive workshop on June 16 at the Hagersville Branch. Spaces are limited, and registration is required. Learn more at haldimandlibrary.ca/events-programs.
June Crafternoons: Adults can participate in the June session of this popular monthly craft program, creating a decorative flower pot mushroom for home or garden display. The cost to participate is $2, and registration is required. Learn more at haldimandcounty.ca/crafternoons.
Learn more and register
All program details, including dates, times, locations, and registration requirements, are available at all Haldimand County Public Library branches and online at www.haldimandlibrary.ca.
Residents are encouraged to follow the Library on social media for updates, program announcements, and additional summer fun.
