THE BOOKMARK
JUNE 2026
Getting Ready for Summer!
We have a lineup of events and activities planned all summer long, including:
  • Weekly Story-times at the Humphrey Museum
  • Weekly Crafts
  • Trivia Family Night
  • Bingo Night
  • Slime Making
  • Kaleidoscopes Making
  • Treasure Hunts
  • Bird Feeders Making
Be sure to visit our website and follow us on social media for the full summer schedule and upcoming updates!
Program registration opens Monday, June 22th. More details coming soon.
 
Mark your Calendars!
The Libraries will be joining the Canada Day celebration hosted by Seguin Recreational and Culture Committee with a fun-filled Treasure Hunt throughout Foley field!
 
Hidden gems will be tucked away inside treasure boxes scattered across the grounds—find them all for a chance to win a prize.
 
Stop by the entrance main table to pick up your treasure map and participation instructions before you begin your adventure.
 
Saturday, June 27th |:00 
Foley Fairgrounds | 70 Rankin Road
 

A fun-filled story-time featuring the hilarious Dragons Love Tacos by Adam Rubin.
 
We’ll read this fan-favourite story and follow it up with a themed craft. Plus, take-home Taco Kits will be available so the fun can continue at home!
 
Saturday, July 4th |11:00 am
Humphrey Branch Gazebo
 

The Summer Reading Kickoff Party—the official launch of our exciting summer programs and activities!
 
This fun-filled event for all ages marks the beginning of a season full of creativity, and adventure.
 
This year’s theme is “Dive In,” so get ready to take part in an engaging educational program presented by our friends at Georgian Bay Biosphere: Wonders of the Watershed.
 
Enjoy crafts, music, TD Summer Reading Club sign-up with take-home bags, and pizza. 
 
Tuesday, July 7th |11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Humphrey Branch Gazebo

The Georgian Bay Biosphere will be hosting three exciting programs as part of our summer activities:
 
• Biodiversity Bioblitz
Monday, July 20 | 3:00 pm
Foley Branch

• Nature Journalling
Tuesday, August 4 | 11:00 am
Humphrey Branch

• Grown on the Bay
Tuesday, August 18 | 11:00 am
Christie Branch

The Friends of the Seguin Public Libraries present the Annual Book, Bake & Yard Sale on Saturday, August 8th, from 8:00 am to 12:00 Noon at the Humphrey Branch Gazebo.
 
Stay tuned on our Social Media—we’ll be announcing the date soon for when donations can be dropped off at the Humphrey Branch!
 
Facebook - Instagram 
 

STRONG TOGETHER FOR SENIORS
 
A collaborative plan between West Parry Sound Community Support Services and Seguin Public Libraries to support seniors in our community. 
 
OUR GOALS
 
▶︎ Increase access to engaging and inclusive programming for seniors.
▶︎ Reduce social isolation through community-based activities.
▶︎ Share resources, knowledge, and expertise.
▶︎ Strengthen community connections and local outreach.
 
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT
 
Information Sessions, Social Gatherings, Light Recreational Activities, Great Conversation and Connection.
Light snacks and refreshments will be served at each session!
 
Questions?
 
❖Community Support Services 705-7465602 Ext 104
❖Seguin Libraries 705-7324526
 
Ongoing Programs
Coffee & Conversations
 
Thursday: 2:15 pm @ Christie Branch
Friday: 10:30 am @ Rosseau Branch
 
Great coffee, friendly conversations, board games, and a welcoming atmosphere.
 
Everyone is welcome!
Group of Young Children and Adult Doing Arts and Crafts
Crafts at all Branches
 
- June 1st to June 6h: Movable Paper Fish
- June 8th to June 13th: Sun & Rainbow Craft
- June 15th to June 20th: Father's Day Fingerpainting
- June 22nd to June 27th: Canada Day Bracelets
        
Tech Assistance
 
Friday, June 5h | 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
📍Rosseau Branch
 
Tuesday, June 9th | 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 
📍 Christie Branch
 
Wednesday, June 17th | 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm 
📍 Foley Branch
  
Get one-on-one assistance with email, apps, and other tech questions. 
No registration required.
 
Drop-In Stitching Sessions

Bring your project and enjoy a relaxed, creative space to stitch, chat, and connect with fellow makers. Need inspiration?
 
Checkout one of our many books for crochet, knitting, sewing, and more.
 
📍Humphrey Branch 
🗓️ Every Thursday | 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm
Book Clubs June's Pick
The Sound of a Wild Snail Eating by Elisabeth Tova Bailey
Foley Book Club
 
The Sound of a Wild Snail Eating by Elisabeth Tova Bailey
 
Wednesday, June 24th at 1:00 pm
Foley Branch
 
An award-winning memoir by Elisabeth Tova Bailey. Bedridden by a severe neurological illness, Bailey observes a wild woodland snail placed on her nightstand in a pot of violets. The unexpected roommate brings her comfort, inspiring an appreciation for nature, resilience, and life’s slow pace
 
Place a Hold
Before the Swallows Come Back by Fiona Curnow
Christie Book Club
 
Before the Swallows Come Back by Fiona Curnow
 
Tuesday, June 30th at 11:00 am
Christie Branch
 
Tommy prefers solitude and life in nature, sheltered by his Tinker family and their old ways. When he meets Charlotte by the riverside, an unlikely friendship grows into something deeper. But after tragedy strikes both families, they are torn apart—and Tommy may have done something terrible.
 
Place a Hold
If you know someone who might be interested in joining one (or both) of our book clubs, or if you have any questions or suggestions, please feel free to email us. at staff@seguinpubliclibraries.ca
 
Sign up for our Book Club eNewsletter here
 
New to the Library!
Borrow a Puzzle
 
You can now check out puzzles at the SPL for a
3-week loan period!
 
 
→English Cottage Puzzle
 
→Princess Garden Puzzle
 
 

Branch Hours
Christie Branch
at the Orrville Community Centre
1207 Hwy 518, Seguin
705 732 2850
 
Tuesday 10 am to 3 pm
Thursday 2 pm to 7 pm
Saturday 10 am to 2 pm
Foley Branch
At the Foley Community Centre
60 Rankin Lake Road, Seguin
705 378 0742
 
Monday 2 pm to 7 pm
Wednesday 10 am to 3 pm

Humphrey Branch
at the Humphrey Community Centre
15 Humphrey Drive, Seguin
705 732 4526
 
Tuesday 10 am to 5 pm
Wednesday 10 am to 7 pm
Thursday 10 am to 5 pm
Friday 10 am to 3 pm
Saturday 10 am to 2 pm
Rosseau Branch
at the Rosseau Memorial Hall
2 Victoria Street, Rosseau
705 732 4231
 
Tuesday 1 pm to 6 pm
Friday 10 am to 3 pm

Seguin Public Libraries
15 Humphrey Drive
Seguin, Ontario P2A 2W8
705-732-4526

https://www.seguinpubliclibraries.ca