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Touch-A-Truck!
Drop by and see the various trucks and equipment used by our City Public Works team, OPP, fire rescue, and more! For all ages.
Thursday July 28th from 10am - 1pm at the Trenton Branch
Paranormal Investigations with Terry Boyd!
Join us Saturday, July 9th for a morning of πΏπππππππππ πΈπππππππππππππ!
Explore πΆπππππ ππ πππ π°πππ with Terry Boyd of White Crow Paranormal Investigation from 11am - 12noon at the Trenton Branch.
Kids Programs
Preschool Storytime
Children and their caregivers are invited to join us in person Wednesdays from 10-10:45 for stories, rhymes and music, followed by an activity.
Recommended for ages
2 to 5 years.
Babytime
Babies and their caregivers are invited to join us in person Fridays from 10-10:30 for tickles, bounces, shakers and board books.
Recommended for ages
birth to 2 years.
Kinder Art
This program is for youngsters to explore their messy side through various types of process art. Mondays from 10am - 11am. Dress for a mess!
Recommended for ages 2-6 years
Drop-In Activities Drop in for a fun new activity each week. The program will be held at Frankford on Wednesdays from 2-3:30pm and in Trenton on Thursdays from 2-4pm.
These programs are recommended for ages 7-13.
July 6 and 7 - Blow Paint and String Art
July 13 and 14 - Floating Boat
July 20 and 21 - DIY Glitter Jars
July 27* - Square Knot Bracelets
*No Drop-In Activities July 28th
Art & STEM
This program involves more in depth art and STEM activities. The same program is run twice in a day. Tuesdays from 11am - 12:30pm and 2pm - 2:30pm at the Trenton BranchRegistration required. Sign up here!
July 5 - Fluffy Slime
July 12 - Bath Bombs
July 19 - Ice Cream in a Bag
Magic Mel Show! Don't miss Magic Mel in-person at the Trenton Branch July 26th at 2pm. Embark on a journey to become an official magician! FREE tickets available starting July 13th. Tickets can be picked up at either location.
Join our Beginner Ukulele Club. No experience necessary. Ukulele's will be provided courtesy of the Stirling MILL.
This is a 6 week program starting July 6th on Wednesdays and Fridays from 2-3pm at our Trenton Branch. Learn along with multitalented performer Ridley Pierce!
For ages 8-12. To register, email vanessa.pritchard@quintewest.ca
Teen Programs
Teen Book Club Pick up a free book that's yours to keep! Read it and join us for a discussion on August 17th at 2pm. Books will be available at both locations starting July 17th.
Cook n' Craft!
Join the fun and learn how to cook simple recipes using a mug and a microwave! Each week will also have a crafting activity.
July 4th Mac n' Cheese and String Art
July 11th Mug Brownie and Hot Glue Art
July 18th Mug Pizza and Marble Paper
July 25th Cookie Dough and Cross Stitch
Registration required. For ages 13-18. Sign up here!
Adult Programs
Introductory Beading Workshop
Join us for an in-person beading workshop lead virtually by the Metis Nation of Ontario Summer Youth Program!
Registration required. July 6th at 5:30pm (Trenton Branch)Sign up here!
Zentangle
Zentangle is an easy-to-learn, relaxing, and fun way to create beautiful images by drawing structured patterns called "Tangles". Join us for a fun class run by Certified Zentangle Teacher, Marita! Drop in monthly on the second Friday on the month.
July 8th 10am - 12noon (Trenton Branch)
Hummingbird Swing
Encourage hummingbirds to your garden by creating a whimsical hummingbird swing for the hummingbirds to perch on.