Kids Programs this summer;
Parents/Guardians must remain in the building for the duration of the program. Please visit the website/social media for more information. 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!
Decorate Seashells – Tuesday July 28th, 2026, 11:00am-12:00pm
Get creative and make some silly seashells! Ages: 4-12, $5.00 for members, $7.00 for non-members.
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.
Make a Pizza! – Wednesday August 5th, 1:00pm-2:00pm
Join us in our kitchen and make your own personal size pizza! Ages: 8-12, $5.00 for members, $7.00 for non-members.
Create a craft – Self-led – August 19th, 2026, 2:00pm-4:00pm
Use your imagination and create a fun craft. While supplies last. Program Free of Charge. Ages: 4-12.
Make a Backpack charm – Wednesday August 26th , 2026, 1:30pm-2:30pm
Create a charm for your backpack. Ages: 4-12, $5.00 for members, $7.00 for non-members.
All other Programs;
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.
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.
Preserving with Martha – Wed. Sept. 9th, 2:00-4:00
Join Certified Master Food Preserver Martha Rogers at the Library.
- Learn safe canning at home
- The 4 Pillars of food preservation
- How to choose the right recipes
- Myth Busting
- Canning demonstration
And More….. Members $20- Non-Members $25, A minimum of 20 participants is required to run the program. Non-transferable, non-refundable.
Paint ‘n Sip with the Baked Painter at the Penetanguishene Public Library
Tuesday September 15th, 2026, 4:00pm-6:00pm
Enjoy the Baked Painter’s signature virgin margarita, as you paint a lighthouse picture. Members $35, non-Members $40. A minimum of 5 people is required to run the program.
We Lend a Hand: The forgotten story of Ontario Farmerettes
Wednesday September 23rd 5:00-6:30pm
Join us at the Library for a screening of the documentary film that tells the extraordinary story of 40,000 teenage girls who volunteered on Canadian farms and helped win the Second World War.
Students : $10.00, Adults : $20.00. A minimum of 20 people is required to show the movie.
Hand Knit a Blanket with the Baked Painter at the Penetanguishene Public Library
Tuesday October 13th, 4:00pm-6:00pm
Members $35, non-Members $40. A minimum of 5 people is required to run the program.
Needle Felting Workshop – Monday October 19th, 2:00pm-4:00pm
Make a Pumpkin trio with felt to Celebrate Fall.
Members $35, non-Members $40. A minimum of 5 people is required to run the program.
Paint a Snowman with the Baked Painter at the Penetanguishene Public Library
Tuesday November 17th, 4:00pm-6:00pm
Enjoy the Baked Painter’s signature virgin margarita, as you paint a snowman picture. Members $35, non-Members $40. A minimum of 5 people is required to run the program.