Where can you find live reptiles, bioluminescence dance parties, a submarine murder mystery escape room, and green screen mermaid photos all in the same place? Your Whitby Public Library of course! And that’s just the beginning.
Get your summer gear on because the next two months are bursting at the seams with free fun that’s begging to be part of your summer highlight reel. Our team has created so many awesome activities across all three locations that the hardest part will be choosing what to try first! Here’s a sneak peek at what’s on tap at WPL.
We always enjoy building ideas around the TD Summer Reading Club. This year’s super cute nautical theme is called Dive In. Look for underwater inspired programs and so much more.
Shark Week is going to be Jawsome! Think puppets, scavenger hunts, and special storytimes. The fun runs all week long at our three locations from Monday, July 6 to Saturday, July 11.
Fintastic Merfolk is all about decorating a colourful mermaid in this drop-in crafty adventure.
Grades 1-3
Rossland Branch, Tuesday, July 7, 2:30-3:30 p.m.
Brooklin Branch, Thursday, July 23, 2:30-3:30 p.m.
Brooklin Branch’s Chess Club is a relaxed drop-in program that allows kids to learn new skills and practice with others. Participants must already know how to play chess.
Grades 2-6
Brooklin Branch
Tuesdays, July 14 and August 4, 6:30-8:00 p.m.
Our friends from Central Lake Ontario Conservation Authority will host an interactive presentation on the importance of wetlands in our watersheds and the many animals and plants that call them home. Two live native reptiles will be special guests at this registered program.
Grades 2-6
Rossland Branch
Tuesday, July 21, 2:30-3:30 p.m.
Your child’s teddy bear has been waiting for this all year! Drop-in for this all ages storytime special featuring a teddy bear picnic.
Central Library
Saturday, July 25, 10:30-11:30 a.m.
Did someone say glowsticks?! We’ll be handing them out at our Bioluminescence Bash Dance Party and Craft event. How will it work? Kids will create a jellyfish inspired craft and take part in a glow-in-the-dark dance party. Registration required.
Grades 1-3
Central Library
Monday, July 27, 2:30-3:30
Green screen technology is so cool! Pose for a photo in our Green Screen Creature Feature drop-in program, we’ll add the squids, sharks, and mermaids, and you'll go home with a special summer keepsake.
All age
Brooklin Branch
Tuesday, August 4, 2:30-3:30 p.m.
Jump Up and let’s celebrate Carnival! Join us as we honour the Caribbean diaspora with a special storytime and craft.
Central Library
Saturday, August 8, 2:30-3:30 p.m.
Toasty is back! To mark World Lizard Day, our friend Toasty the leopard gecko will visit all three locations. Come check out Toasty’s favourite books, learn lizard facts, and grab a colouring sheet.
Central Library, August 12, 10:00 a.m.- 8:00 p.m.
Brooklin Branch, August 13, 10:00 a.m. 8:00 p.m.
Rossland Branch, August 14, 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
Hey teens! Ready for a Murder Mystery, submarine style? A submarine has sprung a leak thanks to a saboteur. Can you figure out whodunnit?
Grades 7-12
Central Library, Tuesday, August 25, 3:00-4:00 p.m.
We have a number of programs in French this year. It’s the perfect opportunity to maintain language skills through the summer months.
We've also created this handy four page PDF with all the Children's summer programs so it's super easy to see all our kids programs at-a-glance.
Are you ready to dive in and take part in this underwater adventure with us? Explore our online calendar and join us for endless summer fun. See you soon!