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Summer Reading Get ready to read! TD Summer Reading Club runs until August 15 at all library branches. Pick up a free kit and complete activities for a chance to win a prize! |
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 Big Book SaleDysart branch (Haliburton Village) Saturday, July 19 from 10am-2pm Join us for a one-day big used book sale and discover your next great read. Cash only. |
 July Trivia Challenge!Answer fun and educational trivia questions |
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Tick Talk!
Concerned about ticks? Find out how ticks and heat impact health, who’s at greatest risk and tips to protect yourself and your family. Join us for one of four sessions in July: Dysart branch (Haliburton Village) on Wednesday, July 2 from 2-3pm
Minden Hills branch: Wednesday, July 9 from 2-3pm
Wilberforce branch: Friday, July 11 from 11am-12pm
Dorset branch: Friday, July 18 from 1-2pm |
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Haliburton Forest & Wolf Centre Visit Learn all about the fascinating world of wolves—from their natural behaviours and social structures to the important role they play in forest ecosystems. This family-friendly session will include: - A dynamic presentation about the Wolf Centre’s resident pack and their history
- Fascinating facts about wolf biology, communication, and conservation
- Hands-on activities and opportunities to explore how humans and wildlife can coexist
Explore the wild side of Haliburton—right from your local library! Dysart branch: Saturday, July 26 from 11am-12pm
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Classic Summer Movie: E.T.
Cool off at the library with a summer movie everyone will love! We're showing E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial, the beloved Spielberg classic about a young boy who befriends a gentle alien stranded far from home. Full of heart, wonder, and adventure, it’s the perfect all-ages film to enjoy together. You're welcome to bring your own snacks! No registration required. Movie is rated PG. Minden Hills branch: Friday, July 11 from 2-4pm |
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Learn to Rockhound with Greenmantle Mineral ToursJoin us for a special program led by Mark and Sandra Bramham of Greenmantle Mineral Tours. This engaging, hands-on session introduces participants to the incredible minerals found right here in Haliburton County. Learn how to identify common and rare minerals, hear the stories behind their formation, and get tips on rockhounding—how to search for and responsibly collect specimens in the wild. Registration preferred, drop ins welcome.
Wilberforce branch: Saturday, July 12 from 11am-12pm
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Classic Summer Movie: Hook Escape the heat and enjoy a classic summer movie with us! Join us for a screening of Hook—a magical, family-friendly adventure starring Robin Williams as a grown-up Peter Pan. A great way for all ages to relax, and relive (or discover!) a beloved favorite. You're welcome to bring your own snacks! No registration required. Movie is rated G.
Minden Hills branch: Friday, July 18 from 2-4pm
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Learn to Geocache in Highlands East Geocaching is a real-world, outdoor treasure hunt using GPS-enabled devices (or even a smartphone). Participants navigate to a specific set of coordinates to find hidden containers called “geocaches.” This beginner-friendly session will introduce you to the exciting world of geocaching. Learn how it works, what to bring, how to stay safe, and what kinds of treasures you might discover. Then head outside for a hands-on geocaching experience near the Wilberforce Branch, where we’ll try out your new skills on a real hunt! Wilberforce branch: Saturday, July 26 from 1:30-2:30pm |
Regular All Ages Programs |
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The Yarners Social Minden Hills branch: Wednesdays, 10am-12pm Afternoons with Ancestors Dysart branch: Tuesday, July 15, 2-4pm Minden Hills branch: Tuesday, July 8 & 22, 2-4pm |
Friends of HCPL Book Nook Minden Hills branch: Tuesdays, 10am-2pm LEGO Challenge All branches, new challenge every month |
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Cricut Shadow Magic
Get crafty at the library with our Cricut Shadow Box program just for kids! Using pre-cut paper designs and mini-LED lights, kids will create their own glowing shadow box to take home. It’s a fun and hands-on way to explore layering, design, and creativity! Registration required. Recommended for ages 8+. |
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Friday Afternoon Movie Cool off at the library with a summer movie the whole family will enjoy! We're showing Angels in the Outfield (1994), a heartwarming baseball classic about hope, teamwork, and believing in the impossible. It’s the perfect feel-good film for all ages. You're welcome to bring your own snacks and light refreshments will be provided! No registration required. Movie is rated PG. In collaboration with the Minden Hills Cultural Centre. Minden Hills branch: Friday, July 25 from 1-3pm
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Around the Digital World with Ampere
Get ready for an exciting hands-on adventure provided by Ampere, a team passionate about inspiring young learners through science, storytelling, and technology!
Kids will explore climate issues in a fun board game, dive into a virtual kelp forest, create animal art from around the world, and learn beginner coding skills with Cubetto, a friendly wooden robot. With a mix of self-guided stations and interactive play, this program is perfect for curious young minds.
Registration preferred, drop ins welcome. |
Regular Children's Programs |
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Makerpacks Available at all HCPL branches while supplies last: Saturday, July 5 until gone. Family Storytimes Minden Hills & Dysart branches: Fridays at 10:30am |
Homeschool Hangout Stanhope branch: Friday, July 4, 12:30-2:30pm Wilberforce branch: Friday, July 25, 10am-12pm LEGO Challenge All branches, new challenge every month |
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Film Screening: Incandescence Every summer, wildfires rage with increasing intensity across the globe, darkening skies and reducing entire communities to ash. Incandescence, a powerful documentary from award-winning filmmakers Nova Ami and Velcrow Ripper (Metamorphosis), weaves together immersive footage and deeply personal accounts from Indigenous Elders, first responders and local evacuees in British Columbia’s Okanagan Valley. Introduction by Minden Hills Fire Chief, Don Kruger. No registration required. The film is provided courtesy of the National Film Board of Canada in collaboration with the Minden Hills Cultural Centre. Minden Hills branch: Thursday, July 3, 1-3pm |
Adult Ukulele Groups Minden Hills branch: Thursdays, 5:30-6:30pm Stanhope branch: Tuesdays, 4-5:30pm Afternoons with Ancestors Dysart branch: Tuesday, July 15, 2-4pm Minden Hills branch: Tuesday, July 8 & 22, 2-4pm French Conversation Circle Dysart branch: Wednesday, July 2 & 16, 6-6:50pm |
Cardiff Crafters Cardiff branch: Thursday, July 10, 2-3pm Movie Club Cardiff branch: Saturday, July 12, 2:30pm Crafternoon Drop-In Stanhope branch: Wednesday, July 16, 1-3pm The Yarners Social
Minden Hills branch: Wednesdays 10am-12pm Savouring Stories Highland Grove branch: Thursday, July 26, 11am |
 Jamie is all smiles at the Minden Hills branch front desk. |
 Butterfly release with Carol at the Dysart branch. |
 Storytime with Shawna at the Minden Hills branch. |
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