Join us for a different activity each week after school on Wednesdays at 4pm starting Wednesday, September 10th. No registration required. Recommended for ages 5 and up.

Storytime – Thursdays at 10:30am
Storytime returns next week, Thursday, September 11th at 10:30am.
Bring your little ones for a lively and engaging storytime session featuring books, songs, and interactive activities. Perfect for toddlers and preschoolers, Storytime encourages a love of reading, sparks imagination, and supports early learning — all in a warm and welcoming space. Recommended for ages 4 and under and their caregiver. No registrat...
Garden Party, Wednesday, August 13th at 11am
Join us for a delightful day in the garden at the iconic Covered Bridge! Enjoy a family-friendly outdoor celebration filled with games, garden-themed activities, crafts, and more—perfect for all ages! Whether you're a budding gardener, or just looking for a fun family outing, there's something for everyone!
No registration required. All are welcome!
Bring your picnic blankets, curiosity, and love of nature!
Source Water with Lower Trent Conservation: Friday, July 18th 10:30-12:30
Lower Trent Conservation offers an engaging program focused on Source Water Protection. This program aims to promote environmental community engagement through interactive, hands-on learning. Participants will explore the concept of watersheds using a 3D map, examine how source water affects their community through a model, and enhance their understanding of water’s historical significance with activity pages. The program also includes a map-based exploration of Stirling...
Video Games Unplugged: Saturdays in July 11-1pm
Video Games Unplugged is a high energy, screen-free library program that brings kids favourite video games to life - without the consoles! Instead of playing the games, kids dive into real-world crafts, challenges and imaginative play inspired by the virtual worlds they love.
Storytime: Thursdays at 10:30am
Storytime continues each Thursday throughout the summer. Join us for a fun-filled reading adventure!
Bring your little ones for a lively and engaging storytime session featuring books, songs, and interactive activities. Perfect for toddlers and preschoolers, Storytime encourages a love of reading, sparks imagination, and supports early learning — all in a warm and welcoming space. Recommended for ages 4 and under and t...
PAWS for Reading: Tuesdays 6-7pm July 8th to August 19th
PAWS for Reading is a program that allows children to read to a trained therapy dog! Reading to a dog is fun and can help improve reading and communication skills because a dog doesn't care if you stumble or make you feel awkward. Sign up for a 15 minute time slot to read to Burgess by calling us at 613-395-2837 or emailing info@stirlinglibrary.com or just drop into the library and ask! Tuesdays from July 8th to August 19th
Patchwork Masterpieces: All Summer Long!
A collaborative art program where every child’s creativity completes the big picture! Drop into the children's department any time for a fun and engaging art activity designed to spark imagination and teamwork. Each person colours a section of a larger picture. Once everyone's artwork is complete, we assemble the pieces to unveil one amazing, library-sized masterpiece! Whether your child loves to doodle or colour within the lines, their piece plays a special part in the ...
Coding for Kids: Wednesdays 3-4pm July 2nd to August 20th
Join our exciting Kids Coding Program designed for young tech explorers! Whether your child is a beginner or already curious about computers, this program introduces them to the world of coding through fun, hands-on activities and interactive projects. Recommended for ages 6 and up. No registration required.
Chapter Chompers: Tuesdays at 1pm July 8th to August 19th
Chapter Chompers Book Club combines reading, food* and creativity. Each week we will prepare a simple recipe together to eat for lunch while enjoying a chapter from a read-aloud book before participating in an activity that connects with the story.
This book club blends literacy, life skills and joy - making lunchtime something to look forward to! A separate registration is required for each week. Registration links fo...