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July Children and Youth Programs |
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Summer Programs Ages groups 6 - 8 & 9 - 12
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Greek Mythology: July 5 & 7
Tuesday, July 5, 10:30 - 11:30 pm: Ages 6-8 Tuesday, July 5, 2:30 - 3:30 pm: Ages 9-12 Thursday, July 7, 10:30- 11:30 am: Ages 9 - 12 Thursday, July 7, 2:30 - 3:30 pm: Ages 6 - 8 Library Program Room
This week we will be diving into Greek Mythology! The myths of the ancient Greek civilization are some of the most timeless in the world. They are filled with action, thrills, and adventure. Join us as we open Pandora box and discover some of these stories!
Registration required. Each session will be the same, but adjusted for age the groups, this will allow for smaller groups and more opportunities for children to attend. |
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Science: July 12 & 14Tuesday, July 12, 10:30 - 11:30 pm: Ages 6-8 Tuesday, July 12, 2:30 - 3:30 pm: Ages 9-12 Thursday, July 14, 10:30- 11:30 am: Ages 9 - 12 Thursday, July 14, 2:30 - 3:30 pm: Ages 6 - 8 Library Program Room We are scientists! Check out this weeks focus on STEM programs! Make sure you bring clothing that can get messy, it's sure to be...egg-citing! Registration required. Each session will be the same, but adjusted for age the groups, this will allow for smaller groups and more opportunities for children to attend.
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Fairy-Tales: July 19 & 21 Tuesday, July 19, 10:30 - 11:30 pm: Ages 6-8 Tuesday, July 19, 2:30 - 3:30 pm: Ages 9-12 Thursday, July 21, 10:30- 11:30 am: Ages 9 - 12 Thursday, July 21, 2:30 - 3:30 pm: Ages 6 - 8 Library Program Room Channel your inner magical powers by creating your very own wizarding wand just like Harry Potter and have a magical time of stories activities and crafts. Registration required. Each session will be the same, but adjusted for age the groups, this will allow for smaller groups and more opportunities for children to attend. |
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Fables: July 26 & 28 Tuesday, July 19, 10:30 - 11:30 pm: Ages 6-8 Tuesday, July 19, 2:30 - 3:30 pm: Ages 9-12 Thursday, July 21, 10:30- 11:30 am: Ages 9 - 12 Thursday, July 21, 2:30 - 3:30 pm: Ages 6 - 8 Library Program Room Join us as we jump in and explore a world of life lessons and morals through stories. We will be getting creative this week as we combine art, stories, and physical activities, so don't forget your running shoes! Registration required. Each session will be the same, but adjusted for age the groups, this will allow for smaller groups and more opportunities for children to attend. |
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Regular Children Programs Ages 0 - 9
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Story Time
Monday, July 4 10:30 am All ages
Children's Program Room
Join us for our drop-in story time Monday morning! Children of all ages with parents/caregivers are welcome to join us for a story & activity.
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Let's Talk Science!
Monday, July 11 11 am- 12 pm or 1 - 2 pm Ages: 6 - 9
Library Program Room Let's Talk Science is back and in person! Break out your detective skills as we examine different types of skulls! Yes, you heard that right! Skulls! We will be exploring the difference between a herbivore, carnivore and omnivore. Registration required. |
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BIAK EarlyON
Monday, July 18 10:30 am All ages
Rotary Room (or outside if the weather is nice)
BIAK (Bonnechere Inòdewiziwin Abinòdjìnjish Kikinàmàgan) EarlyOn
Providing Indigenous and Algonquin teachings, Algonquin language, crafts, storytelling, and drumming. They provide activities, games and stories for youth, parents and educators about Indigenous peoples’ culture, history and languages. Drumming and singing with the Kichi Sibi Women Drummers is encouraged by all using children’s drums provided by the BIAK EarlyON.
Registration required.
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Summer Fun!
Monday, July 25 10:30 am & 2:30 pm Ages: 6 - 9
Library Program Room We will read an adventurous book and use our imaginations to create unique and one of a kind summer decorations and activities ranging from ice-cream to pinwheels. You won’t want to miss out on the fun! Drop-in |
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Do-Re-Me Music
Wednesday, July 6, 13, & 20 10:30 am Ages: 0 - 24 months
Library Program Room
Just Laura's Music Studio and the Petawawa Public Library to offer a sensory-rich yet caring and gentle environment where infants can explore and react to new sounds, sensations, and objects. Shared activities for babies and their caregivers provide the opportunity to strengthen your connection with your child through joyful music-making experiences.
Registration Required - Please register each child attending. |
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Toddler Time
Wednesday, July 27
10:30 am
Library Program Room
Join the library for a fun and exciting Toddler Time. This program is a great way to get out to the library and enjoy a craft with your toddler.
Drop-in
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Toddler Time
Friday, July 8
10:30 am
Library Program Room
Join the library for a fun and exciting Toddler Time. This program is a great way to get out to the library and enjoy a craft with your toddler.
Drop-in
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Summer Fun!
Friday, July 15 & 29 10:30 am & 2:30 pm Ages: 6 - 9
Library Program Room We will read an adventurous book and use our imaginations to create unique and one of a kind summer decorations and activities. You won’t want to miss out on the fun!! Drop-in |
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Baby-Tales
Friday, July 22 10:30 am
Library Program Room
This program is for newborns to 24 month olds and their caregivers. Come and spend quality time with your child, activities include rhymes, songs and lots of fun.
Drop-in
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L'heure du conte / French Story Time
Saturday, July 23 10:30 am Ages: 5 - 10
Library Program Room
Animé par du personnel du Conseil des écoles catholiques du Centre-Est. Venez vous joindre à nous et transmettez le plaisir de la lecture aux enfants tout en faisant la promotion du français.
Sponsored by Le Conseil des écoles catholiques du Centre-Est. Come with your child and listen to a French story while promoting French vocabulary. Registration preferred but drop-in welcome |
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Regular Youth Programs Ages 8 - 18
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Teen Reading ChallengeStarts July 4 - Ends July 29 (Draw will take place on the 30th) Ages 13-18 Reading for ballots! Every hour completed is a ballot in the jar. At the end of the month a name will be drawn for special prize. Let’s make this summer an adventurous one, all from the comfort of wherever you want to read. Pick up your tracker at the front desk.
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Disney Scene-It Night Wednesday July 6
3:30-5:00 pm
Ages 8-18
Library Program room
Are you a Disney expert? Do you think you have what it takes to beat the reining Scene-it champion? Then come by the library where we will have snacks and a good time playing this classic family game. Bonus points to participants who come dressed to impress in their best Disney outfit. Game starts at 3:45 pm.
Registration preferred, but walk-ins are always welcome! |
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Teen Advisory CommitteeWednesday July 13 6:00-7:45 pm Library Program Room An assembly of youth coming together to express their opinions and provide ideas to strengthen programming and fundraising within the Petawawa Public Library’s youth department and the community. We are currently looking for members to join in on the Fall and Winter fundraising activities such as the haunted house, and Christmas cheer! Did I mention you get volunteer hours. Registration is required. Please speak with the front desk, or you can register online via our website. |
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DIY: Ice-CreamSaturday July 16 1:30-2:30 pm Ages 8-18 Library Program Room Escape the hot summer by making your own ice cream. We will do our best to accommodate both lactose-Free and Lactose options. You scream, I scream, we all scream for ICE-CREAM! Registration preferred. Walk-ins are welcome while supplies last.
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Movie Night: Bill and Ted Excellent Adventure Wednesday July 20 5:45-7:45 pm Ages 8-18 Library Program Room Our non-heinous heroes Bill S. Preston, and Ted “Theodore” Logan are in danger of flunking history…a most odious proposition! But when the righteous Rufus arrives in a time-travelling phone booth, the dense dudes discover their destiny…and call on the past’s biggest names for help! PLEASE NOTE: Movie starts at 6:00 pm, pizza and drinks will be served. Registration is preferred, but walk-ins are welcome. |
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Water Games Saturday July 30
1:30-2:30 pm
Ages 8-18
Outside
We are playing kickball with a twist. The bases are loaded...not with people, but with pools of water! This games needs two teams of 8-10 players to run successfully. Please wear appropriate attire that you are willing to get wet and dirty. Join in on the epic fun this summer time game has to offer.
Registration is required. |
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