Please note that all CLMA locations are closed on:

• Good Friday (March 29)
• Easter Sunday (March 31)
• Easter Monday (April 1)

Regular hours are in effect on Saturday, March 30.

Newcastle Library
Tuesdays, Apr 2 to Jun 18
10:30-11:15am

Ages 0-3 | Drop in

Drop in each week for stories, songs and rhymes, followed by a social playtime!

Bowmanville Library
Tuesdays, Apr 2 to Jun 18
10:30-11:15am

Ages 1.5 - 3 | Drop in

Enjoy stories, songs and rhymes using the skills taught in Every Child Ready to Read©, designed to help build early literacy skills!

Newcastle Library
Tuesdays, Mar 12 to Jun 25
Adults | Registered -- please call Durham College CES Bowmanville Office at 905-697-4472 to register

In-take appointments: Mar 12, 26; Apr 9, 23; May 7, 21; Jun 4, 18
Job searches and resume building assistance: Mar 19; Apr 2, 16, 30; May 14, 28; Jun 11, 25

Give your career and skills a boost with Durham College Community Employment Services! Their free services include:

• Professional assistance with resumes and cover letters;
• Job search support;
• Employment Counselling support; and
• Interview skills practice and advice.

Sessions and services are available by appointment only. Please call Durham College CES Bowmanville Office at 905-697-4472 to register.

Bowmanville Library
Tuesday, Apr 2
6:30-7:30pm

All ages | Drop in

Learn about the Ramadan celebration and what it means to the community.

Presented with Masjid Alhakeem, Islamic Centre in Bowmanville.

Bowmanville Library
Wednesdays, Apr 3 to Jun 19
10:30-11:15am

Please note: a Mayor and Councillor Storytime is being held on Jun 19 with Councillor Rang!

Ages 0-3 | Drop in

Drop in each week for stories, songs and rhymes, followed by a social playtime!

Courtice Library
Wednesdays, Apr 3 to Jun 19
10:30-11:15am

Ages 1.5 - 3 | Drop in

Enjoy stories, songs and rhymes using the skills taught in Every Child Ready to Read©, designed to help build early literacy skills!

Sarah Jane Williams Heritage Center
Wednesdays, Apr 3 to Jun 19
10:30-11:30am

Ages 0-5 | Drop in

Have fun and make new friends! Children and their caregivers will have an opportunity to play, explore and socialize. This is a casual program, please feel free to arrive late or leave early.

Courtice Library

Wednesdays, Apr 3 to Jun 12
1:30-3pm
Ages birth to pre-crawling | Drop in

Mondays, Apr 8 to Jun 17 (excluding May 20)
1:30-3pm
Ages crawling up to 15 months | Drop in

This program will introduce children to interactive songs, nursery rhymes, music, creative movement and musical instruments. Parents/caregivers will learn how to make and incorporate music and musical instruments into your child’s everyday play experiences while promoting a healthy lifestyle and intimate social bonds.

Presented with EarlyON Child and Family Centres.

Bowmanville Library
Wednesdays; Apr 3, May 1, Jun 5
3:30-4:30pm

Grades 7-12 | Registered -- register today!

Earn volunteer hours at the library! Enthusiastic youth in grades 7-12 are invited to join our Teen Advisory Group. TAG members will have a say in library programs and services for teens and assist with children's programs, learn leadership skills and more.

Register through the Clarington Volunteers Portal, and don’t forget to download the CauseConnect app to track your hours and available opportunities!

Newcastle Library
Wednesdays, Apr 3 to Jun 26 (no classes on May 29)
4-5pm

Ages 55+ | Drop in

Increase flexibility, relax the mind and body, and meet new people from your community with this gentle form of yoga! Classes are suitable for all fitness levels, with alternative movements or modifications provided.!

Presented in partnership with Community Care Durham.

Be sure to check out our other programs offered in partnership with Community Care Durham!

• Mondays: Zumba Gold
• Tuesdays: Tai Chi
• Wednesdays: Chair Yoga
• Fridays: Falls Prevention Class

Bowmanville Library
Alternate Thursdays until Apr 4
10am to 3pm

Adults | Drop in

Social Services Community Supports (formerly Outreach Community Hubs) are now available at all Library locations. The new service has been created in partnership with the Region of Durham, in association with the Healthy Communities initiative.

Clarington Library, Museums & Archives library locations will have an Ontario Works support worker onsite, during limited time periods, in order to connect community residents to a variety of social services supports and resources. Please see the Availability section below.

Services Offered

Ontario Works support workers will be onsite to help connect community residents to a variety of social services supports and resources, including:

• Housing;
• Food security;
• Financial stability and literacy;
• Counselling;
• Crisis intervention;
• Advocacy;
• Service navigation;
• Form application;
• Case management;
• Children’s Services referrals;
• Trusteed Youth Program;
• And more.

The support workers can communicate with community agencies on behalf of clients, assist with online government application forms, and help you navigate the social services system.

Newcastle Library, Study Suite
Alternate Thursdays; Apr 4, 18, May 2, 30, Jun 13, 27
(excluding May 16)
10am-5pm

Ages 2 months and under | Registered -- register now!

Advanced registration required for each 20 minute session through the Tri-Regional Infant Hearing Program at www.childdevelopmentprograms.ca/bookmybaby or 1-888-703-5437 x4.

Children develop speech and language skills by listening and imitating those around them, but these skills may be delayed in the case of deafness or hearing loss.

Sign up your infant for a screening if you have hearing-related concerns, and learn about the follow-up services available to your family.

Presented in partnership with Markham Stouffville Hospital, the lead agency for the Tri-Regional Infant Hearing Program.

Orono Library
Thursdays, Mar 14 to Jun 27
Adults | Registered -- please call Durham College CES Bowmanville Office at 905-697-4472 to register

In-take appointments: Mar 14, 28; Apr 11, 25; May 9, 23; Jun 6, 20
Job searches and resume building assistance: Mar 21; Apr 4, 18; May 2, 16, 30; Jun 13, 27

Give your career and skills a boost with Durham College Community Employment Services! Their free services include:

• Professional assistance with resumes and cover letters;
• Job search support;
• Employment Counselling support; and
• Interview skills practice and advice.

Sessions and services are available by appointment only. Please call Durham College CES Bowmanville Office at 905-697-4472 to register.

Newcastle Library
Thursdays, Apr 4 to Jun 20
10:30-11:15am

Ages 1.5 - 3 | Drop in

Enjoy stories, songs and rhymes using the skills taught in Every Child Ready to Read©, designed to help build early literacy skills!

Courtice Library
Thursdays, Apr 4 to Jun 20
10:30-11:15am

Please note: a Mayor and Councillor Storytime is being held on Jun 6 with Councillor Elhajjeh!

Ages 0-3 | Drop in

Drop in each week for stories, songs and rhymes, followed by a social playtime!

Courtice Library
Thursdays, Apr 4 to Jun 27
1:30-2:30pm

Ages birth to 6 years | Drop in

This program will introduce children to interactive songs, nursery rhymes, music, creative movement and musical instruments. Parents/caregivers will learn how to make and incorporate music and musical instruments into your child’s everyday play experiences while promoting a healthy lifestyle and intimate social bonds.

Presented with EarlyON Child and Family Centres.

Sarah Jane Williams Heritage Centre
Thursdays, Apr 4 to Jun 13
6-7pm

Adults | Registered recommended; drop in's welcome space pending -- register now!
Please note: separate registration is required for each week

Please click the "See More" button for weekly topics!

Enjoy informal chats about local history topics! Bring your curiosity and friends and learn something new!

Upcoming topics include:

• Apr 4: Genealogy Research Tips
• Apr 11: After Hours at Waverley Tour
• Apr 18: Earth Day documentary, screening of Weather Report (2007)
• Apr 25: Local Heritage Souvenirs Show & Tell
• May 2: History of the Rotary Club in Bowmanville
• May 9: Guided Tours of Waverley Place (drop in)
• May 16: Jury Lands Foundation Presentation: Camp 30 Stories: How a "Boy Mayor" inspired the Boys Training School 
• May 23: Pop-up Exhibit: Books to Educate
• May 30: Show and Tell: Retro Recipe Rewind: Recipe Sharing
• Jun 6: Documentary Screening: Remembering D-Day
• Jun 13: Social Night: Vintage Games
  
  

Register online, by phone by calling Information Services at 905-623-7322 x2712, or in person at any CLMA library location.

Online via Zoom
Thursdays, Apr 4 to Jun 13
6:30-7:30pm

Adults | Registered -- register now!

Practice speaking English and learn more about the Clarington community and life in Canada! Join the English Conversation Circle and discover English as a Second Language resources, get connected to your community and new friends, and practice your English speaking skills!

Presented with Community Development Council Durham (CDCD).

Orono Library
Friday, Apr 5
10:30-11:30am

Families | Drop in

Celebrate spring! Explore the life cycle of a  plant as we prepare for spring. Listen to Eric Carle's a Tiny Seed, grow and stretch up tall and plant your own seed!

Courtice Library
Fridays, Apr 5 to Jun 21
10:30-11:30am

Ages 0-5 | Drop in

Have fun and make new friends! Children and their caregivers will have an opportunity to play, explore and socialize. This is a casual program, please feel free to arrive late or leave early.

Orono Library
Fridays, Apr 5 to Jun 21
10:30-11:30am

Ages 0-5 | Drop in

Have fun and make new friends! Children and their caregivers will have an opportunity to play, explore and socialize. This is a casual program, please feel free to arrive late or leave early.

Courtice Library
Fridays; Apr 5, May 3; Jun 14
3:30-4:30pm

Grades 7-12 | Registered -- register today!

Earn volunteer hours at the library! Enthusiastic youth in grades 7-12 are invited to join our Teen Advisory Group. TAG members will have a say in library programs and services for teens and assist with children's programs, learn leadership skills and more.

Register through the Clarington Volunteers Portal, and don’t forget to download the CauseConnect app to track your hours and available opportunities!