Music and Movement
Get ready to wiggle, sing, and play! Join Jennifer from EarlyON for a lively music and movement program designed for toddlers and their caregivers. Through songs, dancing, and simple instruments, little ones will build motor skills, rhythm, confidence, and self-expression—all while having fun! No registration required—just bring your dancing shoes and smiles! Meet in the Story Tower!
Battle of the Books
Battle of the Books 2026 brings together students in Grades 5–8 from Georgian Bay Community School and Beaver Valley Community School to compete for the trophy (and bragging rights) as they test their knowledge of junior fiction titles they’ve read and studied throughout the year. Enjoy an afternoon of literature trivia, pizza, and snacks, with friends and family welcome.Sponsored by Georgian Bay Youth Roots.
Kids Clubhouse
Join us every Tuesday from 3:30 to 4:30 PM for an hour packed with games, creativity, hands-on activities, teamwork, and tons of fun. Whether you're building something cool, learning a new skill, or just laughing with friends, there’s something for everyone at the Clubhouse. For kids age 8 and up.
Expressive Youth Art Therapy Program
For ages 8-12
Group art therapy sessions for youth to explore feelings, express themselves creatively, and learn healthy coping skills
Expressive arts therapy supports emotional expression, regulation, and connection when words are hard to find. Through creative expression and psychoeducation, youth will learn about the impact of trauma on the brain and body, develop healthy coping strategies, and begin to process their experiences in a gentle, developmentally appropriate way.
We invite you to take the first step toward healing by joining this engaging and supportive program, where creativity becomes a pathway to resilience and growth.Facilitator: Cassandra Kustec, Registered Psychotherapist. Cost Free
About the Facilitator:Cassandra Kustec is a Registered Psychotherapist offering compassionate, client-centred care grounded in empathy, collaboration, and evidence-based practice. Therapy is tailored to honour each child’s unique experiences.
Registration: To register email info@blueshorescounselling.com or call 705-446-6226Spaces are limited. This program is offered in partnership with 5th Street, Blue Shores Counselling. Supported by Craigleith Cares, Ontario Trillium Foundation.
Learn to Crochet: Youth Series
Join us for a cozy, beginner-friendly crochet series just for youth! Over four weeks, participants will learn the basics of crochet and build skills step by step, finishing with a completed Cozy Square to take home. No experience needed. All supplies provided.
Week 1: Learn how to hold a hook and yarn, make a slip knot, and practice chaining Week 2: Continue chaining and learn basic single crochet Week 3: Learn double crochet and practice combining stitches Week 4: Crochet a Cozy Square, learn how to fasten off, and weave in endsRegistration is for the full 4-week series. Please register only if you can attend all sessions.
Cost: $5 per person. Crochet hook and yarn provided. Ages 10+. Registration required. Spaces are limited.
Story Time in the Story Tower
Meet us in the Story Tower at L.E. Shore Library for a fun and interactive Story Time on Fridays at 11:00am. Join us for stories, rhymes, movement, songs, and lots of FUN! Ages 0-5 and their caregivers. Siblings and older children welcome. Drop-in.
Kids Podcasting Club
Love stories, media, or trying something new? The TBM Kids Podcasting Club is a biweekly, hands-on program for youth (grades 5 to 8) who want to learn how podcasts are made and create one together.
Participants will meet in a small group at the L.E. Shore Library Board Room to learn podcast basics, work as a team, and share their ideas in a supportive space. Over the session, students will build skills in storytelling, communication, and collaboration while having fun.
Led by Lalincson Media with assistance from Mr. Grant Kearns.
Details
When: Fridays, 3:30–4:30pm Dates: Friday April 10 & Friday May 1. Rest of the dates will be scheduled as a group but plan is fpr a few Fridays in May and June.Limited space. Registration is required. Register below to reserve a spot.
(Please note: there will be no session on Friday April 24 or Friday May 8. We will meet on Friday May 1 and create a schedule together)
Chalk the Lot
Get in touch with your artistic side and make some sidewalk chalk art at the L.E. Shore Library! We’ll supply the chalk (and cold lemonade!), just bring yourself and your imagination.
We’re also excited to host artist Nicole Foster, who will be crafting a chalk piece to show what can be accomplished with just art supplies and a stretch of asphalt.
All ages welcome. Chalk supplied at no cost. Chalk supplies and sidewalk spots limited – first come, first served. In the event of inclement weather, this event will be canceled.
Nicole Foster is a local artist whose work is rooted in bold colour, strong graphic shapes, and simplified, expressive design. She creates vibrant artwork across wood, canvas, and sidewalks, and also collaborates with local businesses on custom chalkboard signage and digital illustration. She loves using art to bring creativity into public spaces in a way that feels playful, immediate, and full of personality.
Kids Clubhouse
Join us every Tuesday from 3:30 to 4:30 PM for an hour packed with games, creativity, hands-on activities, teamwork, and tons of fun. Whether you're building something cool, learning a new skill, or just laughing with friends, there’s something for everyone at the Clubhouse. For kids age 8 and up.
Getting Ready for Kindergarten
Receive helpful tips, tools, and have your questions answered about transitioning to kindergarten while your child engages in play-based activities to build their skills.Register once for all three sessions. Open to families preparing for kindergarten. In partnership with EarlyON, BVO, and the Blue Mountains Public Library.Please bring a nutritious snack for your child. Register below.
Learn to Crochet: Youth Series
Join us for a cozy, beginner-friendly crochet series just for youth! Over four weeks, participants will learn the basics of crochet and build skills step by step, finishing with a completed Cozy Square to take home. No experience needed. All supplies provided.
Week 1: Learn how to hold a hook and yarn, make a slip knot, and practice chaining Week 2: Continue chaining and learn basic single crochet Week 3: Learn double crochet and practice combining stitches Week 4: Crochet a Cozy Square, learn how to fasten off, and weave in endsRegistration is for the full 4-week series. Please register only if you can attend all sessions.
Cost: $5 per person. Crochet hook and yarn provided. Ages 10+. Registration required. Spaces are limited.
Story Time in the Story Tower
Meet us in the Story Tower at L.E. Shore Library for a fun and interactive Story Time on Fridays at 11:00am. Join us for stories, rhymes, movement, songs, and lots of FUN! Ages 0-5 and their caregivers. Siblings and older children welcome. Drop-in.
Tots Takeover - Playtime Friday
BMPL and EarlyON bring monthly fun for little ones! Enjoy stories, creative expressions, music, movement, and activity stations designed to spark curiosity and joyful exploration.
Happens every 3rd Friday — come play! Drop-in program. Ages 2 +
Kids Podcasting Club
Love stories, media, or trying something new? The TBM Kids Podcasting Club is a biweekly, hands-on program for youth (grades 5 to 8) who want to learn how podcasts are made and create one together.
Participants will meet in a small group at the L.E. Shore Library Board Room to learn podcast basics, work as a team, and share their ideas in a supportive space. Over the session, students will build skills in storytelling, communication, and collaboration while having fun.
Led by Lalincson Media with assistance from Mr. Grant Kearns.
Details
When: Fridays, 3:30–4:30pm Dates: Friday April 10 & Friday May 1. Rest of the dates will be scheduled as a group but plan is fpr a few Fridays in May and June.Limited space. Registration is required. Register below to reserve a spot.
(Please note: there will be no session on Friday April 24 or Friday May 8. We will meet on Friday May 1 and create a schedule together)
Kids Clubhouse
Join us every Tuesday from 3:30 to 4:30 PM for an hour packed with games, creativity, hands-on activities, teamwork, and tons of fun. Whether you're building something cool, learning a new skill, or just laughing with friends, there’s something for everyone at the Clubhouse. For kids age 8 and up.