Kids Programs

All locations
Tuesday, February 3 until Friday, February 20

Discover your next great read… without judging it by its cover!

Looking for something new to read? Try a Blind Date with a Book at Georgina Public Library! Visit any GPL branch with your current Georgina Public Library card and choose from our selection of mystery-wrapped “blind date” books. Check one out with the help of our friendly staff, take it home, and enjoy the surprise.

Once you’ve finished (or sampled!) your book, tell us how the date went—was it a perfect match or a terrible date?
Fill out a ballot and you’ll be entered into our Grand Prize Draw. 

All Branches
Runs from Friday, February 6 until Sunday, February 22
During Open Hours

Celebrate the Winter Olympics with a fun, themed scavenger hunt at all Georgina Public Library branches! Children can participate at any location by completing the scavenger hunt and submitting a ballot for a chance to win a prize.

Participants may submit one ballot per branch, for a maximum of four entries total (one at each GPL location).

The scavenger hunt runs from Friday, February 6 to Sunday, February 22. One winner will be selected from each branch, and each winner will receive a GPL-themed prize.

Join us for some Olympic-inspired fun and explore all your local GPL branches!

Keswick Branch
Thursday, February 12
6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
For ages 10 to 13
Register to participate by emailing libraryprograms@georgina.ca.

Join our book club to read and explore with friends. Participants will be given the book one month in advance to read.

The Link: Friday, February 13
10:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
For ages 0 to 5

Join us at different locations for stories, songs, rhymes and other fun activities with your child.   

Discovery Branch
Monday, February 16
10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
For ages 0 to 5
Drop in as space allows

Enjoy stories, songs, rhymes, and other fun activities with your child. Afterwards, make a craft together.  

Discovery Branch
Monday February 16
During open hours
All ages welcome

See how many axolotls you can find hiding in the library. Drop off your completed scavenger hunt to the service desk to receive an axolotl-themed prize. 

Peter Gzowski (Sutton) Branch: Wednesday, February 18—Wood Crafts
4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
For ages 6 to 12
Drop in while supplies last

Join us at various locations to make fun things.  

Discovery Branch
Wednesday, February 25
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
All ages welcome
Drop in

Learn about responsible pet ownership from the Georgina Animal Shelter and Adoption Centre, and meet some adoptable dogs. 

Keswick Branch
Saturday February 28
10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
All ages welcome
Drop in

Celebrate Black History Month by exploring the history and cultural legacy of the steelpan through a live musical performance with Pan Fyah. Discover how this symbol of resilience and creativity became a global icon of Afro-Caribbean identity and musical innovation.

Program is generously sponsored by GBK Financial Inc. "Your Family Mortgage Company" Lic. #11921. 

Peter Gzowski (Sutton) Branch
During open hours
All ages welcome

Make a cool creation to take home or leave on display at Sutton Branch. Supplies restocked biweekly.

Peter Gzowski (Sutton) Branch
Tuesdays, February 3, 10, 17, 24
10:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
For ages 0 to 5
Drop in as space allows

Enjoy stories, songs, rhymes, and other fun activities with your child.  

Peter Gzowski (Sutton) Branch
Tuesdays, February 10, 17, 24
1:30 p.m. to 2:15 p.m.
For ages 3 to 6
Register on Eventbrite at 7:00 a.m. the morning the session is taking place to reserve your spot.

Register on Eventbrite at 7:00 a.m. on Tuesday, February 17 for the same day session.
Register on Eventbrite at 7:00 a.m. on Tuesday, February 24 for the same day session.

Children will enjoy an independent program of stories, songs, finger plays, rhymes, and play based activities while learning some of the classroom manners they will need in kindergarten. Caregivers do not attend the program but must remain outside the program room.  

Pefferlaw Branch
Tuesdays, February 17, 24, March 3, 10, 24, 31
12:00 p.m. to 1:15 p.m.
For ages 0 to 6
Drop in

Join CAPC for a fun and engaging program where little ones can explore, play and grow! Designed for children 0-6 years, the "Play & Learn" program combines hands-on activities, stories, songs, and social time to support early learning and development. Caregivers and children can enjoy learning together in a playful, welcoming environment. For questions about this program, please contact CAPC by email at capcyorkregion@yorkchild.ca or by phone at 905-806-1895.

CAPC (Community Action Program for Children) is a Public Health Agency of Canada initiative that focuses on forming partnerships in the community to create opportunities for families, so that by the age of six, all children will have opportunities to develop to their optimum level physically, socially, and emotionally. CAPC provides families with children a range of programs which can offer support in their parenting or caregiving roles. Children engage in a variety of age-appropriate activities and materials that spark curiosity and exploration. 

LEGO Club
Discovery Branch
Tuesdays, February 17, 24
3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
For ages 6 to 12

Drop in after school each week and connect with other LEGOmaniacs for fun-filled challenges. 

Keswick Branch
Tuesdays, February 17, 24
6:15 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
For ages 6 to 10

Practice your reading skills with teen volunteers through literacy-based activities. If you are interested in participating, please email libraryprograms@georgina.ca to register. Priority is given to first time participants. 

Keswick Branch
Wednesday, February 18, 25
10:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
For ages 0 to 5
Drop in as space allows

Enjoy stories, songs, rhymes, and other fun activities with your child.  

Keswick Branch
Wednesdays, February 11,18, 25 
6:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
For ages 6 to 12

Learn ukulele basics with us!  Use your own uke or borrow one from us with your library card. Email libraryprograms@georgina.ca to reserve your spot or for more information.  

Keswick Branch
Wednesdays, February 11,18, 25 
6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
For ages 6 to 12

Meet weekly to learn new songs and jam with other uke players. Previous ukulele experience required. Use your own uke, or borrow one from us with your GPL card. Email libraryprograms@georgina.ca  to reserve your spot or for more information.   

Keswick Branch
Thursdays, February 12, 19, 27
10:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
For newborns to 18 months
Drop in

An interactive program for caregivers and babies featuring songs, rhymes, bounces, and books. This program caters to children who are more stationary. Stay and play offered to babies and caregivers after the program.  

CAPC Play and Learn: Discovery Branch--Thursdays, until February 26

Discovery Branch
Thursdays, until February 26
10:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
For ages 0-6
Drop in 

For questions about this program, please contact Melanie Whittington by email at capcyorkregion@yorkchild.ca or by phone at 905-806-1895.  

Join CAPC for a fun and engaging program where little ones can explore, play and grow!  Designed for children 0-6 years, the "Play & Learn" program combines hands-on activities, stories, songs, and social time to support early learning and development.  Caregivers and children can enjoy learning together in a playful, welcoming environment.   

CAPC (Community Action Program for Children) is a Public Health Agency of Canada initiative that focuses on forming partnerships in the community to create opportunities for families, so that by the age of six, all children will have opportunities to develop to their optimum level physically, socially, and emotionally. CAPC provides families with children a range of programs which can offer support in their parenting or caregiving roles. Children engage in a variety of age-appropriate activities and materials that spark curiosity and exploration.

Keswick Branch
Thursdays, February 12, 19, 26
1:30 p.m. to 2:15 p.m.
For ages 3 to 6
Register on Eventbrite at 7:00 a.m. the morning the session is taking place to reserve your spot.

Register on Eventbrite at 7:00 a.m. on Thursday, February 12 for the same day session.
Register on Eventbrite at 7:00 a.m. on Thursday, February 19 for the same day session.
Register on Eventbrite at 7:00 a.m. on Thursday, February 26 for the same day session.

Children will enjoy an independent program of stories, songs, finger plays, rhymes, and play based activities while learning some of the classroom manners they will need in kindergarten. Caregivers do not attend the program, but must remain outside the program room. 

Keswick Branch
Saturday, February 14
10:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
For ages 0 to 5
Drop in as space allows

Enjoy stories, songs, rhymes, and other fun activities with your child. 

Peter Gzowski (Sutton) Branch
Saturday, March 14
10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
For ages 4 and up
Register on Eventbrite starting Tuesday, February 24 at noon to reserve your spot.

Customize your own tote bag using sublimation markers and heat transfer.  

Keswick Branch
Saturday, March 14
2:00 p.m. to 2:45 p.m.
3:00 p.m. to 3:45 p.m.
All ages welcome. No prior experience needed.
Register on Eventbrite starting Tuesday, February 24 at noon to reserve your spot for 2:00 p.m.to 2:45 p.m.
Register on Eventbrite starting Tuesday, February 24 at noon to reserve your spot for 3:00 p.m.to 3:45 p.m.

Please register for only one timeslot.

Join Karishma Mansingani for a fun and energetic Bollywood dance workshop blending traditional Indian and Bhangra folk dance with modern music.  

Discovery Branch
Monday, March 16
All ages welcome

Come fight demons with us! Enjoy a Demon Hunter-themed scavenger hunt all day, with themed activities starting at 1:00 p.m., followed by a movie screening at 2:30 p.m. 

Program is generously sponsored by GBK Financial Inc. "Your Family Mortgage Company" Lic. #11921. 

Peter Gzowski (Sutton) Branch
Tuesday, March 17
10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
For ages 6 to 12
Drop in

March Break brings Bingo to the library. Pop in for St. Patrick's Day fun with a themed bingo and prizes for the winners.  Wearing green is encouraged!  

Discovery Branch
Tuesday, March 17
3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
For ages 12 to 18
Drop in

Make amazing designs with meltable beads and have fun hanging with friends while you create!  

Enjoy pancake and maple themed stories. Afterwards, we will be serving pancakes while supplies last. 

Discovery Branch
Wednesday, March 18
5:30 p.m.  to 6:30 p.m.
7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
For ages 8 to 10
Register on Eventbrite starting Tuesday, February 24 at noon to reserve your 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. timeslot.
Register on Eventbrite starting Tuesday, February 24 at noon to reserve your 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. timeslot.

Please only register for one session.

In the ultimate challenge, learn how to program your Codey Rocky robot to avoid obstacles and complete certain challenges. Using loops, conditionals, and sequences along with Codey Rocky’s sensors, students will learn how to maneuver their robots around obstacles. Join Logics Academy and learn how to code today!  

Program is generously sponsored by GBK Financial Inc. "Your Family Mortgage Company" Lic. #11921. 

Sticky Science with Scientists in Schools: Keswick Branch--Thursday, March 19

Keswick Branch
Thursday, March 19
10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.
For ages 6 to 12

Register on Eventbrite starting Tuesday, February 24 at noon to reserve your spot for 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Register on Eventbrite starting Tuesday, February 24 at noon to reserve your spot for 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.

Please register for only one timeslot.

Discover the science of sticky. Make your own glue from food products and test them to see how they hold. Create your own sticky art. And of course, there will be silly putty! 

Program is generously sponsored by GBK Financial Inc. "Your Family Mortgage Company" Lic. #11921. 

Make a March Break Monster: Discovery Branch--Thursday, March 19

Discovery Branch
Thursday, March 19
3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
For ages 6 to 12
Drop in

Build and decorate your own one-of-kind monster at the library this March Break! 

LEGO Space City: Pefferlaw Branch--Friday, March 20

Pefferlaw Branch
Friday, March 20
10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
For ages 6 and up
Drop in.

Challenge yourself or your team to build a Space City with LEGO!  Prizes for design, creativity, teamwork, and more! 

Scott Dietrich Magic Show: Keswick Branch--Saturday, March 21

Keswick Branch
Saturday, March 21
10:30 a.m. to 11:15 a.m.
For ages 3 to 12
Drop in as space allows

Enjoy a magic show full of fun and hilarity for the whole family! 

Program is generously sponsored by GBK Financial Inc. "Your Family Mortgage Company" Lic. #11921. 

Peter Gzowski (Sutton) Branch
Tuesdays, March 31, April 7, 14, 21, 28, May 5, 12
10:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
For age 0 to 5
Drop in as space allows

Enjoy stories, songs, rhymes, and other fun activities with your child. 

Peter Gzowski (Sutton) Branch
Tuesdays, March 31, April 7, 14, 21, 28, May 5, 12
10:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
For ages 3 to 5
Register on Eventbrite at 7:00 a.m. the morning the session is taking place to reserve your spot.

Register on Eventbrite at 7:00 a.m. on Tuesday, March 31 for the same day session.
Register on Eventbrite at 7:00 a.m. on Tuesday, April 7 for the same day session.
Register on Eventbrite at 7:00 a.m. on Tuesday, April 14 for the same day session.
Register on Eventbrite at 7:00 a.m. on Tuesday, April 21 for the same day session.
Register on Eventbrite at 7:00 a.m. on Tuesday, April 28 for the same day session.
Register on Eventbrite at 7:00 a.m. on Tuesday, May 5 for the same day session.
Register on Eventbrite at 7:00 a.m. on Tuesday, May 12 for the same day session.

Children will enjoy an independent program of stories, songs, finger plays, rhymes, and play based activities while learning some of the classroom manners they will need in kindergarten. Caregivers do not attend the program but must remain outside the program room.  

Keswick Branch
Tuesdays, March 31, April 7, 14, 21, 28, May 5, 12
6:15 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
For ages 6 to 10

Practice your reading skills with teen volunteers through literacy-based activities. If you are interested in participating, please email libraryprograms@georgina.ca to register. Priority is given to first time participants. 

Discovery Branch
Tuesdays, March 31, April 7, 14, 21, 28, May 5, 12
3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
For ages 6 to 12

Drop in after school each week and connect with other LEGOmaniacs for fun-filled challenges.  

Keswick Branch
Wednesdays, April 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, May 6, 13
10:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
For ages 0 to 5
Drop in

Enjoy stories, songs, rhymes, and other fun activities with your child.  

Keswick Branch
Thursdays, April 2, April 9, 16, 23, 30, May 7, 14
10:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
For ages 0 to 18 months
Drop in

An interactive program for caregivers and babies featuring songs, rhymes, bounces, and books. This program caters to children who are more stationary. Stay and play offered to babies and caregivers after the program.  

Pefferlaw Branch
Thursdays, April 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, May 7, 14
10:30 a.m. to 11:15 a.m.
For ages 3 to 5
Drop in

Listen to a story, then do a related hands-on activity while supplies last. Wear your play clothes - we may get messy! Siblings of all ages welcome. Participants under 10 years of age must be accompanied in the program room by an adult.  

Keswick Branch
Thursdays, April 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, May 7, 14
1:30 p.m. to 2:15 p.m.
For ages 3 to 5
Register on Eventbrite at 7:00 a.m. the morning the session is taking place to reserve your spot.

Register on Eventbrite at 7:00 a.m. on Tuesday, April 2 for the same day session.
Register on Eventbrite at 7:00 a.m. on Tuesday, April 9 for the same day session.
Register on Eventbrite at 7:00 a.m. on Tuesday, April 16 for the same day session.
Register on Eventbrite at 7:00 a.m. on Tuesday, April 23 for the same day session.
Register on Eventbrite at 7:00 a.m. on Tuesday, April 30 for the same day session.
Register on Eventbrite at 7:00 a.m. on Tuesday, May 7 for the same day session.
Register on Eventbrite at 7:00 a.m. on Tuesday, May 14 for the same day session.

Children will enjoy an independent program of stories, songs, finger plays, rhymes, and play based activities while learning some of the classroom manners they will need in kindergarten. Caregivers do not attend the program but must remain outside the program room.  

Keswick Branch
Saturday, March 28
Doors open at 7:45 p.m.
Concert is 8:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
All ages welcome
Tickets are $2.00 and can be purchased at any GPL branch starting Saturday, February 28.

Celebrate Earth Hour, and enjoy some amazing live music! Friends of the Library have partnered with Connors Music to bring acoustic bands for a special concert. 

Discovery Branch
Saturday, April 4
10:30 a.m. to noon
For ages 6 and up

Drop in to decorate a wooden egg craft while supplies last. 

Keswick Branch
Tuesday, April 7
Tuesday, May 5
1:30 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
All ages welcome
Drop in

Connect with other homeschooling families and enjoy fun activities. Learn about various homeschooling resources.  

Peter Gzowski (Sutton) Branch
Wednesday, April 8
Wednesday, May 6
4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
For ages 9 to 13
Drop in while supplies last

Join us at Sutton Branch to make fun things. 

The Link: Friday, April 10
Morning Glory Public School: Tuesday, April 21
R.L. Graham Public School: Tuesday, April 28
Jersey Public School: Tuesday, May 12
10:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
For ages 0 to 5
Drop in

Join us at different locations for stories, songs, rhymes and other fun activities with your child.   

Keswick Branch
Saturday, April 11
10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
All ages welcome
Drop in and while supplies last

Spring is the in the air at the library! Join us for seasonal stories, songs and rhymes. Afterwards, make a craft with us. 

Peter Gzowski (Sutton) Branch
Saturday, April 25
10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Noon to 1:00 p.m.
For ages 2 to 12
Register on Eventbrite starting Tuesday, March 31 at noon to reserve the 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. timeslot. 
Please register every person in your party.
Register on Eventbrite starting Tuesday, March 31 at noon to reserve the noon to 1:00 p.m. timeslot.
Please register every person in your party.

Children's Author Carolyn J. Morris will delight children with a Railfence Books' story before learning facts about baby chicks. Afterwards, families will be able to hold a chick and take photos.  

Keswick Branch
Friday, May 1
3:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
For ages 12 to 18
Drop in

Celebrate Youth Week with us by hanging out and playing video games with friends. Refreshments provided.  

All GPL Branches
Saturday, May 2
During branch open hours

Check out a graphic novel and receive a free comic book! Available while supplies last.   

Keswick Branch
Saturday, May 9
10:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
All ages welcome

Drop in to celebrate your special someone with stories and songs.   

Keswick Branch
Saturday, May 9
11:00 a.m. to noon
All ages welcome
Register on Eventbrite starting Tuesday, April 28 at noon to reserve your spot.

Enjoy child-friendly tea and treats with your special someone! Fancy dress is encouraged.  

Discovery Branch
Saturday, May 9
2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
For ages 8 and up
Register on Eventbrite starting Tuesday, April 28 at noon to reserve your spot.

This hands-on workshop introduces participants to the art of origami through simple, engaging folds that build creativity, focus, and confidence. In celebration of Asian Heritage Month, the program also highlights origami’s cultural roots and its role in sharing joy and connection through paper art. Presented by Origami Canada

Origami Canada is a community-based nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting origami as an accessible art form for creativity, education, and well-being. Through workshops, exhibitions, and outreach programs, we use origami to foster cultural exchange, mindfulness, and community engagement across diverse age groups. 

Keswick Branch
Thursday, May 21
10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Noon to 1:00 p.m.
For ages 2 to 12
Register on Eventbrite starting Tuesday, April 28 at noon to reserve your spot. Please register every person in your party.

Children's Author Carolyn J. Morris will delight children with a Railfence Books' story before learning facts about ducklings. Afterwards, families will be able to hold a duckling and take photos. The ducklings will take a short swim before they leave Keswick Branch.