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Children's Programs

September Programs

Join Ms. Jenn every Tuesday morning for our Preschool Story Time, complete with stories, songs, crafts, early literacy activities, and fun for everyone!

When: Tuesdays | 10:30am
Who: 18 months - 4 years (younger/older siblings welcome)
Drop in program

Come to the Library for Baby Story Hour every Friday! We will have lap bounces and songs, baby signs, sensory play, early literacy tips and fun, as well as activities for fine and gross motor skill development!

Friday September 27th: Baby & Toddler Groove & Glow Party

Calling all bopping babies, twirling tots, and their groovy grown-ups--GPL is hosting a Groove & Glow Party complete with family-friendly music, glow-in-the-dark games, and dazzling dances perfect for your little one!

When: Fridays | 10:30am
Who: 0-2 years(younger/older siblings welcome)
Drop in program

October Programs

Join Miss Jenn every Tuesday morning for songs, stories, sensory centers and literacy activities, perfect for your preschooler!

When: Tuesdays | 10:30am
Who: 18 months - 4 years (younger/older siblings welcome)
Drop in program

Come to the Library for Baby Story Hour every Friday in October! Make new friends as you explore sensory activities, read books, sing songs and learn new lap bounces!

Friday, October 26th: Baby & Toddler Costume Party

Come dressed in your favourite costumes, colours, or fancy fits for our Baby and Toddler Costume Party!

When: Fridays | 10:30am
Who: 0-2 years(younger/older siblings welcome)
Drop in program

Calling all kids who love all things creepy! Learn about your favorite mythological monsters, paranormal pals, and cryptid creatures each week at CryptKids! Read kid-friendly spooky stories and make a creepy craft every Tuesday after school!

October 1st: Gryphons
October 8th: Ogres
October 15th: Krakens
October 22nd: Gnomes
October 29th: Werewolves

Tuesdays in October | 3:30pm
Ages: 4-12 years
Drop In Program

Calling all tweens! Drop in every other Wednesday this fall for silly fun, epic art projects, holiday parties, and more!

October 2nd: Back to Kindergarten
Go back in time and back to Kindergarten with an evening of finger painting, playdough, water table, and sensory silliness!
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October 16th: Tarot Cards
Get a tarot reading done and make your own set at this spooky edition of Tween Scene.
Register Here

October 30th: Halloween Party
Celebrate all things spooky at our Tween Scene Halloween Party!
Register Here

Wednesday October 2nd, October 16th & October 30th | 6pm
Age: 8-12 years
*Weekly Registration Required

Calling all grown-ups! Bring your little ones to our Baby & Me Cricut Crafting Program and learn how to make a custom onesie using puff vinyl. All craft supplies will be provided; participants are asked to bring in a onesie and a personal device. Some comfort with technology recommended.

Thursday, October 17th | 10:30am
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Make a new epic mask each week at October’s Kids’ Club! From Giant Dragon Skulls to Masquerade Masks, you will transform from super spooky to a fall fashionista and everything in between! Pizza provided by Pizza Pizza Gravenhurst each week! (Gluten and dairy free options available)

October 2nd: Dragon Skulls
October 9th: Felt Masks
October 16th: Painted Masks
October 23rd: Masquerade Ball Masks
October 30th: Halloween Masks

Wednesdays in October | 4pm
Age: 6-12 years
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Kids’ Club Community Partner: Pizza Pizza Gravenhurst

Looking for something fun to do on your PA Day? Make Ghost Goo the October and sign-up each month to make a new slime, putty or dough!!

Friday, October 25th | 2pm
Age: 6-12 years
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Parents/Guardians: Please be aware that children under the age of 10 years old must have a parent or guardian present in the Library. Parents or guardians need to be present in the library at all times during programs and be readily available to supervise their child’s breaks, or early dismissal from programs. Children over the age of 10 are allowed to be in the Library without a parent or guardian present, but will not be supervised by Library staff and are free to leave the program room and the Library at their own discretion.

Contact Us

Gravenhurst Public Library
180 Sharpe St W. Gravenhurst, ON

Hours
Monday: 10 am - 5 pm
Tuesday - Thursday: 10 am - 8 pm
Friday: 10 am - 5 pm
Saturday: 10 am - 4 pm

T. 705-687-3382

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