Orono Library
Thursdays, Jul 4 to Aug 15
10:30-11:30am

Recommended for grades JK-4 | Drop in

• Week 1, Jul 4: Starry Space
  • Want to take a rocket to the stars? Discover the planets, moons, galaxies and comets with fun space activities, stories and games.
• Week 2, Jul 11: Camping Under the Stars
  • Have a camping adventure without mosquitoes! Play classic camp games, sing camps songs, and hear stories and jokes around the “campfire” and so much more!
• Week 3, Jul 18: Amazing Aliens
  • All about aliens! Have fun mixing, matching and learning about aliens and use your imagination to create one of your own!
• Week 4, Jul 25: Famous Stars
  • Movie stars, TV stars, music stars, sports stars, famous authors!  Discover all types of famous stars  with fun activities and challenges!
• Week 5, Aug 1: Star Wars
  • Celebrate all things Star Wars!  Discover your favourite Star Wars characters and enjoy fun, far-out activities! Costumes welcome!
• Week 6, Aug 8: Olympic Stars
  • What's your favourite Olympic sport? Celebrate the 2024 summer Olympics with fun challenges and activities!  Program may be held outside, weather permitting.
• Week 7, Aug 15: Being Your Own Star
  • Celebrate you! What do you like best? Discover your uniqueness and have fun telling your own story!

For full TD Summer Reading Club information, please visit our TD SRC web page: cplma.ca/src

Courtice Library
Thursdays, Jul 4 to Aug 22
10:30-11:15am

Ages 0-5 | Drop in

Have fun enjoying stories, songs, and rhymes designed to help build early literacy skills.

Weather permitting, this program will be held outdoors.

Orono Library
Thursdays; Jul 11, 25, Aug 1, 22
1-2pm

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.

Courtice Library
Thursdays, Jul 4 to Aug 1
1:30-3pm

Ages birth to 12 months | Registered -- register now!
Please note: separate registration required for each session. Registration is through the EarlyON KeyON system at https://www.keyon.ca/

Presented with EarlyON Child and Family Centres

Learn techniques in Infant massage that will promote healthy development, growth and positive interaction between parents/caregivers and children in this course.

This course is facilitated by a certified infant massage instructor.

Bowmanville Library
Thursdays, Jul 4 to Aug 15
1:30-2:30pm

Recommended for grades 2-6 | Drop in

• Week 1, Jul 4: Starry Space
  • Do you want to be an astronaut? Investigate  stars, planets, moons and galaxies with far out activities and challenges. 
• Week 2, Jul 11: Camping Under the Stars
  • Could you camp in the woods? What animal made that footprint? Whose fur is that? Make your own nature notebook and camping gear, plus other fun activities!
• Week 3, Jul 18: Amazing Aliens
  • What would you do if you met an alien? Are they real? Have fun investigating aliens and challenge yourself with some alien experiments. 
• Week 4, Jul 25: Famous Stars
  • Who is your favourite star?  What kind of star would you like to be? Have fun investigating movie stars, TV stars, sports stars, music stars and famous authors!
• Week 5, Aug 1: Star Wars
  • Are you a Jedi? Enjoy challenges with Yoda, fix a droid and design a light saber!  Watch out for Darth Vader!
• Week 6, Aug 8: Olympic Stars
  • Who's your favourite Olympic athlete? Celebrate the 2024 summer Olympics by challenging yourself in the CLMA mini-Olympics! Program may be held outside, weather permitting. 
• Week 7, Aug 15: Being Your Own Star
  • Celebrate you! What are your interests and hobbies? Investigate what makes you unique and express your individuality!

For full TD Summer Reading Club information, please visit our TD SRC web page: cplma.ca/src

Newcastle Library
Thursday, Aug 1
2-3:15pm

Grades 4-7 | Registered | $8 -- register now!
PLEASE NOTE: Refunds are subject to a non-refundable processing fee.

What makes things fizz? Discover the fabulous and fizzy science behind some fun bath products and then make your own.

For full TD Summer Reading Club information, please visit our TD SRC web page: cplma.ca/src

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

Sarah Jane Williams Heritage Centre, Waverley Place
Thursdays, Jul 4 to Aug 29
4-8 pm

All ages | Drop in

Bring your picnic to the Museum grounds and stop in at the Sarah Jane Williams Heritage Centre for family playtime in ClaringTown or exhibition exploration! Interactive games and activities will be available for all ages.

Upcoming topics include:

• July 18: Games on the Green
• July 25: Garden Art
• August 1: Find it in Nature!
• August 8: Art in the Garden
• August 15: Music in the Garden 
• August 22: Leaf Rubbing 
• August 29: Rocks in the Garden

Courtice Library
Fridays, Jul 5 to Aug 23
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, Jul 5 to Aug 23
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!

Newcastle Library
Fridays, Jul 5 to Aug 30
1-2pm

Ages 55+ | Drop in

Learn exercises and balance activities that can help reduce your risk of falls. Increase your lower body and core strength, and improve balance and posture.

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

Sarah Jane Williams Heritage Centre
Saturdays, July 6 to August 17
10:30am-12pm

All ages | Drop in

Drop into ClaringTOWN for family friendly activities about our community’s urban and rural townscapes – each week we explore something new! 

Upcoming topics include:

• July 20: Market and More!
• July 27: Busy at the Bank, in addition to Games on the Green 
• August 3: Farming with Friends
• August 10: Fun with Postcards 
• August 17: Music at the Museum

Courtice Library
Alternate Saturdays; Jul 6, 20, Aug 3, 17
10:30-11am

Ages 0-5 | Drop in

Bring the family and join us for stories, songs, and fun!

Please note that all CLMA locations are closed on Monday, August 5 for the Civic Holiday.

Regular hours are in effect on Saturday, August 3 and Sunday, August 4.

Sarah Jane Williams Heritage Centre
Tuesdays, Jul 2 to Aug 13
10:30-11:30am

All ages | Drop in

Bring your curiosity and enjoy interactive activities and games each week! Learn how to identify constellations and folklore related to navigation, travel, and mythology. Explore the history of the Farmer’s Almanac, and learn about the weather’s impact on crops and human life.

For full TD Summer Reading Club information, please visit our TD SRC web page: cplma.ca/src

Bowmanville Library
Tuesdays, Jul 2 to Aug 13
10:30-11:30am

Recommended for grades JK-4 | Drop in

• Week 1, Jul 2: Starry Space
  • Want to take a rocket to the stars? Discover the planets, moons, galaxies and comets with fun space activities, stories and games.
• Week 2, Jul 9: Camping Under the Stars
  • Have a camping adventure without mosquitoes! Play classic camp games, sing camps songs, and hear stories and jokes around the “campfire” and so much more!
• Week 3, Jul 16: Amazing Aliens
  • All about aliens! Have fun mixing, matching and learning about aliens and use your imagination to create one of your own!
• Week 4, Jul 23: Famous Stars
  • Movie stars, TV stars, music stars, sports stars, famous authors!  Discover all types of famous stars  with fun activities and challenges!
• Week 5, Jul 30: Star Wars
  • Celebrate all things Star Wars!  Discover your favourite Star Wars characters and enjoy fun, far-out activities! Costumes welcome!
• Week 6, Aug 6: Olympic Stars
  • What's your favourite Olympic sport? Celebrate the 2024 summer Olympics with fun challenges and activities!  Program may be held outside, weather permitting.
• Week 7, Aug 13: Being Your Own Star
  • Celebrate you! What do you like best? Discover your uniqueness and have fun telling your own story!

For full TD Summer Reading Club information, please visit our TD SRC web page: cplma.ca/src

Newcastle Library
Tuesdays, Jul 2 to Aug 20
10:30-11:15am

Ages 0-5 | Drop in

Have fun enjoying stories, songs, and rhymes designed to help build early literacy skills.

Weather permitting, this program will be held outdoors.

Courtice Library, Maker’s Space
Tuesday, Aug 6 to Thursday, Aug 8, 
12:30-2:30pm

Grades 5-8 | Registered | $5 + tax -- register now!
PLEASE NOTE: Refunds are subject to a non-refundable processing fee.

Create your own stop motion animation and learn movie-making skills like storyboarding, video editing, and camera operation in this three day workshop!

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

Courtice Library
Tuesdays, Jul 2 to Aug 13
1:30-2:30pm

Recommended for grades 2-6 | Drop in

• Week 1, Jul 2: Starry Space
  • Do you want to be an astronaut? Investigate  stars, planets, moons and galaxies with far out activities and challenges. 
• Week 2, Jul 9: Camping Under the Stars
  • Could you camp in the woods? What animal made that footprint? Whose fur is that? Make your own nature notebook and camping gear, plus other fun activities!
• Week 3, Jul 16: Amazing Aliens
  • What would you do if you met an alien? Are they real? Have fun investigating aliens and challenge yourself with some alien experiments. 
• Week 4, Jul 23: Famous Stars
  • Who is your favourite star?  What kind of star would you like to be? Have fun investigating movie stars, TV stars, sports stars, music stars and famous authors!
• Week 5, Jul 30: Star Wars
  • Are you a Jedi? Enjoy challenges with Yoda, fix a droid and design a light saber!  Watch out for Darth Vader!
• Week 6, Aug 6: Olympic Stars
  • Who's your favourite Olympic athlete? Celebrate the 2024 summer Olympics by challenging yourself in the CLMA mini-Olympics! Program may be held outside, weather permitting. 
• Week 7, Aug 13: Being Your Own Star
  • Celebrate you! What are your interests and hobbies? Investigate what makes you unique and express your individuality!

For full TD Summer Reading Club information, please visit our TD SRC web page: cplma.ca/src

Courtice Library
Wednesdays, Jul 3 to Aug 14
10:30-11:30am

Recommended for grades JK-4 | Drop in

• Week 1, Jul 3: Starry Space
  • Want to take a rocket to the stars? Discover the planets, moons, galaxies and comets with fun space activities, stories and games.
• Week 2, Jul 10: Camping Under the Stars
  • Have a camping adventure without mosquitoes! Play classic camp games, sing camps songs, and hear stories and jokes around the “campfire” and so much more!
• Week 3, Jul 17: Amazing Aliens
  • All about aliens! Have fun mixing, matching and learning about aliens and use your imagination to create one of your own!
• Week 4, Jul 24: Famous Stars
  • Movie stars, TV stars, music stars, sports stars, famous authors!  Discover all types of famous stars  with fun activities and challenges!
• Week 5, Jul 31: Star Wars
  • Celebrate all things Star Wars!  Discover your favourite Star Wars characters and enjoy fun, far-out activities! Costumes welcome!
• Week 6, Aug 5: Olympic Stars
  • What's your favourite Olympic sport? Celebrate the 2024 summer Olympics with fun challenges and activities!  Program may be held outside, weather permitting.
• Week 7, Aug 14: Being Your Own Star
  • Celebrate you! What do you like best? Discover your uniqueness and have fun telling your own story!

For full TD Summer Reading Club information, please visit our TD SRC web page: cplma.ca/src

Bowmanville Library
Wednesday, Aug 7
10:30-11:15am

All ages | Drop in

Enjoy a special under the sea storytime with a mermaid! Costumes welcome!

Sarah Jane Williams Heritage Centre
Wednesdays, Jul 3 to Aug 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!

Bowmanville Library
Wednesdays, Jul 3 to Aug 21
10:30-11:15am

Ages 0-5 | Drop in

Have fun enjoying stories, songs, and rhymes designed to help build early literacy skills.

Weather permitting, this program will be held outdoors.

Courtice Library
Wednesday, August 7
1-4pm

All ages | Drop in

Presented with Community Development Council Durham (CDCD)

Drop in to the Courtice Library to enjoy button making, henna, and a craft table. Learn about the newcomer services available for you and your family!

Newcastle Library
Wednesdays, Jul 3 to Aug 14
1:30-2:30pm

Recommended for grades 2-6 | Drop in

• Week 1, Jul 3: Starry Space
  • Do you want to be an astronaut? Investigate  stars, planets, moons and galaxies with far out activities and challenges. 
• Week 2, Jul 10: Camping Under the Stars
  • Could you camp in the woods? What animal made that footprint? Whose fur is that? Make your own nature notebook and camping gear, plus other fun activities!
• Week 3, Jul 17: Amazing Aliens
  • What would you do if you met an alien? Are they real? Have fun investigating aliens and challenge yourself with some alien experiments. 
• Week 4, Jul 24: Famous Stars
  • Who is your favourite star?  What kind of star would you like to be? Have fun investigating movie stars, TV stars, sports stars, music stars and famous authors!
• Week 5, Jul 31: Star Wars
  • Are you a Jedi? Enjoy challenges with Yoda, fix a droid and design a light saber!  Watch out for Darth Vader!
• Week 6, Aug 7: Olympic Stars
  • Who's your favourite Olympic athlete? Celebrate the 2024 summer Olympics by challenging yourself in the CLMA mini-Olympics! Program may be held outside, weather permitting. 
• Week 7, Aug 14: Being Your Own Star
  • Celebrate you! What are your interests and hobbies? Investigate what makes you unique and express your individuality!

For full TD Summer Reading Club information, please visit our TD SRC web page: cplma.ca/src