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Devon Public Library Events July 2025 |
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Tattoo Style Face Painting Workshop July 8 or July 22 1-4pm Please register here for the date you'd like to attend. Join us for a special Tattoo Style FACE PAINTING Workshop. Led by a former TV makeup artist, this interactive workshop is perfect for creative teens and adults interested in turning their creative talents into extra money! Whether you're interested in art, makeup, or creative ways to make money, this class offers a fun and exciting way to gain real-world skills. Sign up with a friend or parent for a fun, rewarding, shared experience! Get hands-on experience and guidance with FACE PAINTING tools, design creation, advertising, and rig set up for parties or events. Ages: 12+ Cost: $20 per person, covers class cost and take-home starter kit which includes high quality, non-toxic, hypo-allergenic, water soluble paints and supplies. Registration required. |
Pop Up Programs All programs are drop-in, first come, first serve, and only while supplies last. Children under 8 must be accompanied by a caregiver over 14 years of age. Monday, July 7 Drop in between 1 & 2pm Button Making Tuesday, July 8 Between 1 & 2pm Craft Afternoon: Mini Pinatas |
Monday, July 14 Drop in between 1 & 2pm Word Search Blitz Tuesday, July 15 Drop in between 1 & 2pm Craft Afternoon: Blow Art Monsters |
Monday, July 21 Drop in between 1 & 2pm Button Making Tuesday, July 22 Drop in between 1 & 2pm Craft Afternoon: Jelly Fish Suncatchers |
Parkside Story Time Tuesdays, July 8 & 22 Family Storytime will be at the park on these dates, weather permitting! Walk over to the park with the library, or meet us there! Storytime will include songs, stories and outdoor playtime activities. Sand toys, field games, bubbles, and other activities included during playtime. Come dressed to play! Ages: 0-6, accompanied by an adult. Location: Please phone the library for location the morning of the program if meeting us at the park. Cost: Free Drop-in. |
Therapy Dog Thursdays Every 1st Thursday, 3:30-4:30pm Drop in to visit a registered Pet Therapy Team! Ages: ALL (11 & under must be accompanied by an adult) Location: Library Main Area Cost: FREE Drop-in |
Devon Chess Club Wednesdays, 6:00-8:00PM Join the Devon Chess Club to learn the game or practice your skills. Improve Your Game Presentations with Brian during Chess Club at 6:15pm. If you have an idea for a Chess Club Presentation topic, please let Brian know! All skill levels welcome. Bring the whole family! Ages: ALL (11 & under must be accompanied by an adult) Location: Library Program Room Cost: FREE Drop-in |
Summer Reading Club Camp DPL In person registration & Ice Cream Party: Friday, July 4 Noon-2pm A fun, classic summer camp experience at the Devon Public Library! Reading challenges, book recommendations, prizes, activities and more, all summer long! Wednesdays & Thursdays, July 9 - August 21 Ages 5-8: Book Worms: 1:00pm-2:00pm Ages 9-12: Story Explorers: 2:30pm-3:30pm Find more information and to register, click here. For information on Teen Summer Reading Challenge & activities, including Nightjars' Cabin Breakout Box, click here. Stay tuned for information about the Summer Reading Challenges for Adults! |
Afterschool Adventures No After School Adventures in July & August. Play games, explore books, try different activities during this fast-paced hour of laughter and learning. Ages: School-aged children, ages 5-11. Location: Library Program Room Cost: Free Drop-in. |
Family Story Time Tuesdays, July 8*, 15, 22* & 29 11am-noon *July 8&22: at the park for Parkside Story Time, weather permitting. Wednesdays, July 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30 9:00-10am Join us for 30 minutes of books, songs and games followed by 30 minutes of open exploration and play. Ages: Families with children ages 2-5. Siblings and other family members are welcome! Location: Library Program Room Cost: FREE. Drop-in |
Nightjars' Cabin: Breakout Box There are mysteries to solve at the Nightjars' Cabin tucked on the grounds of Camp DPL. A rotating breakout box is happening on select dates. Crack the code to win bonus entries for the Summer Reading Prizes + treats! Entry is exclusive for campers aged 13-17 years. For information on Teen Summer Reading Challenge & activities, including Nightjars' Cabin Breakout Box, click here. |
Teen Night Teen Night will break for the summer. Check our calendar for dates and times in the fall. For one hour, we'll transform the program room to a teen only space with music, games and hang out time! Ages 13+ |
Teen Volunteer Club Teen Volunteer Club will break for the summer, and resume in the fall. Hang out, help out and get to know the library behind the scenes. Take advantage of training, hour tracking, and other job readiness options. Leave with a cover letter and reference for university, or work. Ages 12-18 |
Knave Role Playing Game Mondays, 5-7pm July & August (No meeting August 4) Register here today for Knave, a D&D style role playing game, running Mondays through the summer. Ages: 16+ The first session will be a character building/rules session, so a good opportunity to try it out. |
Coffee & a Card with Wendy Thursdays, between 9 & 11am Drop in for Coffee & a Card with Wendy! Ages: 13+ Drop-in fee of $3/card includes cost of material. Coffee available for purchase at the library for $1 |
Writers Corner *No Writers Corner July & August Are you a local writer looking to connect with like-minded, supportive, and creative people like you? Join Devon Public Library's monthly Writers Group to share tips, inspiration, and support with writers of all skill levels and genre/style interests. This group offers feedback, workshops, and resources to help you meet your writing goals! Ages: Adult Location: Library Program Room Cost: FREE |
Book Club *No Book Club meetings June, July, August or December. The Devon Public Library Book Club meets at the library on the fourth Thursday of the month from September until May. No December meeting. Everyone Welcome. Ages: Adult Location: Library Program Room Cost: FREE. Drop-ins welcome, space permitting. |
Women's Wisdom Circle
will not be meeting July & August (Resumes in September, the 1st & 3rd Thursday every month, 1-3pm) Drop in and join holistic practitioner Dianne Tharp at the library for Women's Wisdom Circle - a safe and welcoming place for senior women to gather and explore, learn, feel and witness what it takes to be an elder woman. At these gatherings you will have an opportunity to: - share your unique stories, challenges, and success of aging.
- feel heard, seen and valued.
- connect, chat, laugh and learn.
Whether you are looking to make new friends, explore new ideas, or simply connect with other senior women, our Women’s Wisdom Circle is the perfect place to be. Come and join us for a cuppa and a chat. Ages: Senior Women Location: Library Program Room Cost: FREE Drop-in |
Devon Eco Collective Monday, July 28: 7:30-8:30PM (4th Monday every month) Through education, advocacy, and community initiatives, we inspire the people of Devon and surrounding areas to harness their individual gifts and collective citizen power to create a sustainable future. Everyone is welcome at our meetings; come along to learn more and get involved! Ages: Adult Location: Library Program Room Cost: FREE Drop-ins welcome, space permitting. |
Only Sitting Chair Yoga Wednesdays, 10:30-10:50AM This 20 minute sitting-only program will aid you in maintaining upper body strength and mobility. This is a less advanced level than our regular chair exercise program. Ages: Adult Location: Library Program Room Cost: FREE Drop-in. |
Accessible Chair Exercises Mondays & Wednesdays, 11:00AM-11:45PM Drop-in for low-impact exercises performed while sitting in a chair. All abilities welcome. Ages: Adult Location: Library Program Room Cost: FREE Drop-in. |
Social Knitwork Mondays, except when closed for holidays: 6:00-7:30PM Do you like to knit/crochet or wish to learn? Join us for some social hobby time! Come with your project, be introduced to new ones, or simply just start knitting. Share ideas, inspirations, and tips. Experienced volunteers will be available to help beginners learn. - Location: Devon Public Library
- Age: Adults, 8+ years (children must be accompanied by a guardian)
- Cost: Free, limited starter packs available
- Drop in
- For more information contact 780-987-8308 or CSOC@devon.ca
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