Sizzle Book Club – June 18th 6:00-6:30pm
A Spicy Book Club held the last Thursday of every month
6:00pm – 6:30pm
Discuss the latest books and trends in the spicy book world.
This is a patron led program. Nonalcoholic beverages will be available.
Card Games
Euchre – Mon, June 22, 2026, 2:00 – 3:00pm
500 – Mon, June 29, 2026, 2:00 – 3:00pm
Free. Registrations are open now. You must have a valid library card to register.
A minimum of 4 participants is required to run the program.
Jean Decorating – Wed, June 24, 10:30-11:30am
$5.00 for members $7.00 for non-members
May 11th to 18th Registration opens for Penetanguishene taxpaying members with a valid library card. After May 8th registration is open to everyone. A minimum of 5 participants is required to run the program. Non-transferable, non-refundable.
Summer of Soccer Summer Reading Challenge 2026
June 29th- August 11th
Join us for arts & crafts, and sports programs! June 8th Registration opens for Penetanguishene taxpaying members with a valid library card. After June 15th registration is open to everyone.
“Kick off” the Summer of Soccer and Create a Button Banner! – Monday June 29th, 2026, 2:00pm-3:00pm
Make a banner to display all the buttons and ribbons you’ll earn by reading and participating in our summer programming! Ages: 4-12, $5.00 for members, $7.00 for non-members. June 8th Registration opens for Penetanguishene taxpaying members with a valid library card. After June 15th registration is open to everyone. A minimum of 5 participants is required to run the program. Non-transferable, non-refundable.
Make a Pasta Reef – Friday July 3rd, 2026, 1:00pm-2:00pm
Join us and create a reef sea landscape with coloured pasta. Ages: 4-12, $5.00 for members, $7.00 for non-members. June 8th Registration opens for Penetanguishene taxpaying members with a valid library card. After June 15th registration is open to everyone. A minimum of 5 participants is required to run the program. Non-transferable, non-refundable.
Make a Hair-tie Headband – Monday July 6th, 10:30am-11:30am
Create a stylish hairband using hair ties. . Ages: 4-12, $5.00 for members, $7.00 for non-members. June 8th Registration opens for Penetanguishene taxpaying members with a valid library card. After June 15th registration is open to everyone. A minimum of 5 participants is required to run the program. Non-transferable, non-refundable.
Learn to Assemble Blanket from Granny Squares – July 8, 10:30-11:30am
$5.00 for members $7.00 for non-members
May 1st to 8th Registration opens for Penetanguishene taxpaying members with a valid library card. After May 8th registration is open to everyone. A minimum of 5 participants is required to run the program. Non-transferable, non-refundable.
Decorate a Soccer Ball – Thursday July 9th, 1:30pm-2:30pm
Get in the spirit for soccer this summer and decorate a ball! Ages: 4-12, $5.00 for members, $7.00 for non-members. June 8th Registration opens for Penetanguishene taxpaying members with a valid library card. After June 15th registration is open to everyone. A minimum of 5 participants is required to run the program. Non-transferable, non-refundable.
Magnetic Soccer Bowling – Tuesday July 14th, 2026, 2:00pm-3:00pm
Join us for a fun magnetic square bowling match! Ages: 4-12, $5.00 for members, $7.00 for non-members. June 8th Registration opens for Penetanguishene taxpaying members with a valid library card. After June 15th registration is open to everyone. A minimum of 5 participants is required to run the program. Non-transferable, non-refundable.
Gardening Workshop – Wed, July 15, 2:00pm
Learn about raised beds and container vegetable gardens with Pat Cook, Simcoe County Master Gardener.
$5.00 for members $7.00 for non-members
May 21st to 28th Registration opens for Penetanguishene taxpaying members with a valid library card. After May 8th registration is open to everyone. A minimum of 10 participants is required to run the program. Non-transferable, non-refundable.
Earring Workshop – Thursday July 16th, 2026, 2:00pm-3:00pm
Join us and create your own pair of earrings. Ages: 10-12, $5.00 for members, $7.00 for non-members. June 8th Registration opens for Penetanguishene taxpaying members with a valid library card. After June 15th registration is open to everyone. A minimum of 5 participants is required to run the program. Non-transferable, non-refundable.
Cooking Class – Tuesday July 21st, 2:30pm-3:30pm
Join us in our kitchen and prepare a delicious meal! Menu : Lasagna Cups, Salad, Decorated Brownie Bites. Ages: 8 and up, $5.00 for members, $7.00 for non-members. June 8th Registration opens for Penetanguishene taxpaying members with a valid library card. After June 15th registration is open to everyone. A minimum of 5 participants is required to run the program. Non-transferable, non-refundable.
Pickleball – Thursday July 23rd 2026 meet at McGuire Park at 9:45am for a 10:00am-11:00am session.
Ages: 4-14, Free. June 8th Registration opens for Penetanguishene taxpaying members with a valid library card. After June 15th registration is open to everyone. A minimum of 5 participants is required to run the program. Non-transferable, non-refundable. Bring your own water, sunscreen and snacks. Parents must remain on site for duration of the program.
Decorate Seashells – Tuesday July 28th, 2026, 2:30pm-3:30pm
Get creative and make some silly seashells! Ages: 4-12, $5.00 for members, $7.00 for non-members. June 8th Registration opens for Penetanguishene taxpaying members with a valid library card. After June 15th registration is open to everyone. A minimum of 5 participants is required to run the program. Non-transferable, non-refundable.
Stay Sharp: speaker: Keeping your mind active as you age – Thursday, July 30, 10:30-11:30am
Join us for this interactive workshop and explore brain-friendly activities designed for older adults. Speakers are from the North Simcoe Muskoka Specialized Geriatric Services Program. Registrations are open now. Free. A minimum of 5 people is required to run the program.
Make a Jelly Fish Lamp – Friday July 31st, 2026 , 11:00am -12:00pm
Join us and create a light-up jellyfish. Ages: 4-12, $5.00 for members, $7.00 for non-members. June 8th Registration opens for Penetanguishene taxpaying members with a valid library card. After June 15th registration is open to everyone. A minimum of 5 participants is required to run the program. Non-transferable, non-refundable.
Library Crawl
Join the Penetanguishene Public Library for the 2026 Library Crawl from June 1st to August 31st. Present all six library cards at the Penetanguishene Public Library circulation desk by Friday September 4th to be entered into a draw for two (2) passes to Ripley’s Aquarium ($100.00 value). Participating libraries; Clearview Public Library, Essa Public Library, Ramara Public Library, Severn Public Library, Springwater Public Library, Tay Township Public Library. Please contact libraries for hours. One card per library is required – not per branch.