Celebrate Home Sweet Home at the Library

Join us at the Central Library on Saturday, July 26 between 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. as we take part in the Town of Whitby’s Home Sweet Home Festival! Whether you're looking to cool down, get creative, or explore something new, the Library is the place to be.

Enjoy family-friendly activities happening throughout the Library:

Parking Notice

The Central Library’s South Lot will be closed from 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. for the festival. Accessible parking is available in the municipal lot east of the Central Library, but space is limited.

Drop-boxes remain open 24/7 but will not be accessible by vehicle during the closure. Walk-up returns are welcome.

Items can also be returned at our Brooklin and Rossland Branches.

Thank you for your understanding.

For full details on road closures and festival access, visit:
Whitby Road Closures Map

We encourage visitors to plan accordingly and apologize for the inconvenience.

Jump Up! Carnival Storytime and Craft – a lively read-aloud followed by a themed craft.
Meet & Greet with Peppa Pig and George – say hello and snap a photo.
Spidey Dance Party – show off your superhero moves.
Build You Home Sweet Home (with LEGO!) – unwind and build something amazing.
Library-Wide Scavenger Hunt – explore the Library in a whole new way.
Board Games & Giant Games – including Connect 4 and Giant Jenga.
Discover the Durham Indie Collection – find your next great read from a local author.
Explore Something New – books, tech, creative tools, and more at your fingertips.

Visit the Library Booth

Stop by our booth in the lobby to:

Sign up for a Library card
Learn about programs, collections, and services for all ages
Discover how the Library can be part of your everyday life

Whitby Archives Display

While you're in the lobby, don’t miss a special display presented by the Whitby Archives, showcasing pieces of our community’s past.

Win a collectable Carnegie Library Plate by entering our raffle!

This is your community, your celebration, your Library.

We can’t wait to see you there!

To learn more about the full day of festivities, visit the Home Sweet Home landing page.