THE BOOKMARK
AUGUST 2026
Our Summer Activities Continue Throughout August! โ˜€๏ธ
 
Families can register online by visiting the Programs page on our website. Simply find the program on the calendar, click on it, and select the Register button.
 
Registration is required for the following programs:
  • Family Night BINGO!
  • Family Night Trivia!
  • Slime Making
  • Treasure Hunt
Please be sure to review the minimum age requirements before registering.
We're also offering a variety of drop-in programs that do not require registration, including:
  • Weekly Crafts
  • Craft Pop-Ups
  • Storytime & Crafts at the Humphrey Museum
 
Holiday Closure Notice
 
All Seguin Public Libraries branches will be closed August 1st โ€“ 3rd, 2026, for the Civic Holiday long weekend. Regular hours will resume on Tuesday, August 4th.
 
We look forward to seeing you at the library this August! ๐ŸŒž๐Ÿ“š
 
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Drop-In Programs
The Georgian Bay Biosphere will be hosting two exciting programs as part of our summer activities:
 
Nature Journalling
Tuesday, August 4th | 11:00 am
Humphrey Branch | 15 Humphrey Dr.

Grown on the Bay
Tuesday, August 18th | 11:00 am
Christie Branch | 1207 Hwy 518
 
Storytime & Craft at the Humphrey Museum!
 
Join us every Thursday in August at 11:00 a.m. for a special Storytime at the Humphrey Museum.
Each week, we'll feature a new story for children and adults to enjoy together, followed by a themed craft activity. 
 
Last storytime day is August 20th.
 
 


Boat Craft
Aug 4th - Aug 8th
Shell Necklace
Aug 10th - Aug 15th
Paper Plate Jellyfish
Aug 17th - Aug 22nd
Paper Roll Candle
Aug 24th - Aug 29th
New this year: Craft Pop Up!
One-day only, during regular hours. Kids & their grown-ups craft together hand-in-hand!
 Bird Feeder Craft
 
~Saturday, August 15th
Humphrey Branch
 
Cacti Craft
 
~ Tuesday, August 11th
Rosseau Branch
  
~ Saturday, August 22nd
Christie Branch
 Kaleidoscopes
 
~ Monday, August 10th
Foley Branch
   
NEW! Register Online!
Family Night BINGO!
Everyone is welcome.
 
Join us for Family Night BINGO! from 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm on the following dates:
  • August 5th & 19th - Very few spots left for both dates.
Humphrey Branch - Upstairs
 
Bring the whole family for an evening of fun, and prizes! 
 
Space is limited to 25 players.
 
Family Trivia Night!
Everyone is welcome.
 
Family Trivia Night is returning with exciting new questions, challenges, and rounds for the whole family to enjoy!
 
Join us at 6:00 pm on August 12th at the Humphrey Branch - Upstairs.
- 2 spots left. - 
 
Gather your team and put your knowledge to the test in a fun and friendly competition.
 
Teams may have up to 6 players.
Slime Making | Ages 6+
 
~ Wednesday, August 5th, 11:00 am
Foley Branch - 4 spots left-
Treasure Hunt | Team of all ages
 
The Humphrey Branch will host four exciting themed treasure hunts throughout the library.
 
Treasure hunts will take place on Fridays and Saturdays with four time slots available each day: 10am, 11am, Noon, or 1pm.
 
๐Ÿ”Ž The Missing Book Mystery
Friday, August 7th & Saturday, August 8th
 
๐ŸŒŠ Ocean Discovery
Friday, August 21st & Saturday, August 22nd
 
You can register by phone, in person, or online here
 
Book, Bake & Yard Sale
Ongoing Programs
Coffee & Conversations
 
Great coffee, friendly conversations, board games, and a welcoming atmosphere.
 
๐Ÿ“Christie Branch | 1207 Hwy 518
๐Ÿ—“๏ธ Every Thursday | 2:15 pm
 
Drop-In Stitching Sessions

Bring your project and enjoy a relaxed, creative space to stitch, chat, and connect with fellow makers.
 
๐Ÿ“Humphrey Branch | 15 Humphrey Dr.
๐Ÿ—“๏ธ Every Thursday | 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm
 

Strong Together for Seniors Series

What is Strong Together?
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.
 
Every Wednesday throughout the month of August at 1:00 p.m. at the Foley Branch.
 
Questions?
Community Support Services
705-746-5602 ext 104
 
Seguin Libraries
705-732-4526
 
Book Clubs August's Pick
The Librarianist by Patrick DeWitt
Christie Book Club
 
August Book Pick: The Librarianist by Patrick deWitt
Place a Hold
 
Book Club Meeting: Tuesday, August 25th at 11:30 am
Christie Branch
Eleanor Oliphant Is Completely Fine by Gail Honeyman
Foley Book Club
 
August Book Pick: Eleanor Oliphant by Gail Honeyman
Place a Hold
 
Book Club Meeting: Wednesday, August 26th at 1:00 pm
Foley Branch 
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
 
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