New Tecumseth Library Staging

Queer and Ally Craft Club
2026-02-25 18:00 - 19:45, 2026-03-04 18:00 - 19:45 (America/Toronto) | Memorial Branch (Alliston), 17 Victoria St. E., Alliston, Ontario, L9R 1T3, Canada
Let’s get crafty! A fun casual hangout for 2SLGBTQ+ and allies. Bring your own supplies.
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Fit and Fabulous Yoga 101
2026-02-25 18:30 - 19:30 | Memorial Branch (Alliston), 17 Victoria St. E., Alliston, Ontario, L9R 1T3, Canada
New to yoga; beginner Hatha practice; slow movement; refining poses; mindful breathing; bring your own mat and props

Books and Bubbles
2026-02-26 10:30 - 11:00 | Memorial Branch (Alliston), 17 Victoria St. E., Alliston, Ontario, L9R 1T3, Canada
An active storytime session for ages 18 months to 6 years of age.
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Baby Bookworms Social
2026-02-26 10:30 - 11:30 | Pam Kirkpatrick Branch (Tottenham), 139 Queen St. N, Tottenham, Ontario, L0G 1W0, Canada
Babies 0-18 months and caregivers bond through songs, stories, play and social time.
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Teen Ambassador Group
2026-02-26 15:30 - 16:30 | Pam Kirkpatrick Branch (Tottenham), 139 Queen St. N, Tottenham, Ontario, L0G 1W0, Canada
Get involved! Share your ideas, help plan fun events, earn volunteer hours and snack while you’re at it!

In the Loop
2026-02-26 18:30 - 19:30 | Pam Kirkpatrick Branch (Tottenham), 139 Queen St. N, Tottenham, Ontario, L0G 1W0, Canada
A Group for teens and adults who enjoy crochet, knitting, sewing, rug hooking, …whatever – together! (bring your own supplies).
For more information, please contact Paula Wright at child-youthservices@ntpl.ca.
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Black History Presentation and Craft with Laura LaChapelle
2026-02-26 18:30 - 19:30 | D A Jones Branch (Beeton), 42 Main St. W., Beeton, Ontario, L0G 1A0, Canada
Paint tiles with us and enjoy an engaging presentation with Laura LaChapelle of Making Change exploring over 200 years of local Black History. Discover early Black settlements in Simcoe County, including pioneering communities in Oro-Medonte and Clearview Townships. Learn about the area’s important role as a northern terminus of the Underground Railroad.
Spaces are limited, register today to secure your spot! Ideal for ages 18 +

Teen Beauty and Wellness Series: Makeup for Teens with The Makeup Addict
2026-02-26 18:30 - 19:30 | Memorial Branch (Alliston), 17 Victoria St. E., Alliston, Ontario, L9R 1T3, Canada
This three-week Teen Wellness Series helps teens build confidence and healthy habits by learning how nutrition, skincare, and makeup all work together to support overall well-being.
This week’s focus: From ingredients to application – join the Makeup Addict, pro makeup artist and brand creator to learn clean, confidence-boosting makeup application for teens. Learn what’s in your makeup and how to make it work for you!
Important: Each session in this series is a separate registered event. Participants must register for each session they wish to attend.
Ages 13+

Clay Canoe Workshop
2026-02-28 13:00 - 15:00 | D A Jones Branch (Beeton), 42 Main St. W., Beeton, Ontario, L0G 1A0, Canada
Join us for this hands-on, Indigenous-led workshop.
As we transition into shorter and colder days, let’s gather and engage in light conversation about ways that we can allow ourselves to put heavy things down for awhile. Learn about cedar and how it can help ground us. Listen to a story about the canoe and the teachings about what rest means to us. Create a special pinch pot clay canoe that will make the teachings all come together.
Tanya Gluvakov from Roots and Raven will guide us.
Tanya Gluvakov is the founder of Roots and Raven, a botanical body care brand that focuses on Indigenous medicines, connecting to land and Indigenous medicine garden projects. She is a mixed nation Mohawk woman with roots and family from Six Nations. Her motivation to teach, create and help with Indigenous medicine resurgence projects comes from her connection to her grandmother Betty, who taught her she could stand up and do hard things. Land is healer and holds us during difficult times. Community and connection heal us and help us move forward in a good way.
Ideal for ages 16+

Knitting and Needlework Circle
2026-03-02 13:30 - 15:30 | Memorial Branch (Alliston), 17 Victoria St. E., Alliston, Ontario, L9R 1T3, Canada
Join us Monday afternoons in the Alliston Memorial Branch with your knitting or other needlework project. Exchange ideas and information and learn tips and tricks from other knitters.
Drop-In! Ideal for adults.

Anonymous Book Club - for Teens
2026-03-03 10:00 - 20:00 | Memorial Branch (Alliston), 17 Victoria St. E., Alliston, Ontario, L9R 1T3, Canada
Share your thoughts, opinions and feelings about a book without having to speak in front of a group! We use comment boxes, sticky notes, written prompts & more! No meetings – read & submit anytime from January 6 to May 29.

Books and Bubbles
2026-03-03 10:30 - 11:00 | Pam Kirkpatrick Branch (Tottenham), 139 Queen St. N, Tottenham, Ontario, L0G 1W0, Canada
Children aged 18 months to 6 years old will actively explore early literacy, with stories, rhymes, music and movement! Our program concludes with an eagerly awaited bubble dance party!
Caregivers play a vital role in this interactive experience, and your active participation ensures that learning continues at home.
Drop-In!
Ideal for ages 18months – 6 years old.

Baby Bookworms Social
2026-03-03 10:30 - 11:30 | Memorial Branch (Alliston), 17 Victoria St. E., Alliston, Ontario, L9R 1T3, Canada
Enjoy songs, stories, bubbles, and playful social time with other babies and caregivers in a warm, welcoming space. Perfect for bonding, early literacy, and making new friends!
Drop-In!
Ideal for ages 0-18 months.

Let's Talk! English Conversation Circle
2026-03-03 16:00 - 16:45 | Memorial Branch (Alliston), 17 Victoria St. E., Alliston, Ontario, L9R 1T3, Canada
New to the community? Join us to practice English, meet people, share experiences, and build confidence -no pressure, just great conversation!
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Queer Book Club
2026-03-03 18:00 - 19:30 | Memorial Branch (Alliston), 17 Victoria St. E., Alliston, Ontario, L9R 1T3, Canada

Spice It Up Kits: Cinnamon
2026-03-04 10:00 - 20:00 | All Branches
Pick up NTPL’s monthly Spice It Up kit! Includes a featured spice and recipes. First come, first served. Ideal for ages 18 +
Drop-In, Limited supplies.

Books and Bubbles
2026-03-04 10:30 - 11:00 | D A Jones Branch (Beeton), 42 Main St. W., Beeton, Ontario, L0G 1A0, Canada

NTPL Seniors Social - Chair Yoga
2026-03-04 10:30 - 11:30 | Tottenham Community and Fitness Centre, 139 Queen St. N., Tottenham, ON, Canada
Chair yoga for adults and seniors- a gentle and accessible way to improve strength, flexibility, balance, mindfulness and relaxation.
Ideal for seniors

Baby Bookworms Social
2026-03-04 14:00 - 15:00 | D A Jones Branch (Beeton), 42 Main St. W., Beeton, Ontario, L0G 1A0, Canada

Out and About
2026-03-04 14:45 - 15:45 | Memorial Branch (Alliston), 17 Victoria St. E., Alliston, Ontario, L9R 1T3, Canada
Want a place where you can just be who you really are? Come join us for a chill hang with cool people in a judgement free zone. Open hearts and open minds are required to attend. We talk, listen, craft, play games etc., on a weekly basis.
A safe place to talk, create, and connect for 2SLGBTQ+ teens and allies.
For teens ages 14-18.

Holi Rainbow Hour
2026-03-04 16:00 - 17:00 | D A Jones Branch (Beeton), 42 Main St. W., Beeton, Ontario, L0G 1A0, Canada
Children and families are invited to celebrate Holi, the festival of colour with a bright, joyful story and hands-on crafts inspired by Holi’s vibrant traditions. A playful, creative hour filled with colour, community, and springtime fun.
Drop-In!
Ideal for ages 2-12 years old.

Let's Play: Chess
2026-03-04 16:30 - 17:30 | Pam Kirkpatrick Branch (Tottenham), 139 Queen St. N, Tottenham, Ontario, L0G 1W0, Canada
Come play chess at the library! We provide the boards and the how-to-play chess books, and you bring the moves. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned player, you’re welcome to drop in, meet other players, and enjoy a game.
Expect to share tips, learn new strategies, and play games with other drop-in players.
No registration required. All ages and skill levels welcome.

Let's Play: Chess
2026-03-04 16:30 - 17:30 | Memorial Branch (Alliston), 17 Victoria St. E., Alliston, Ontario, L9R 1T3, Canada

Wormy Wednesday - Vermicomposting
2026-03-04 18:00 - 18:30 | Pam Kirkpatrick Branch (Tottenham), 139 Queen St. N, Tottenham, Ontario, L0G 1W0, Canada
Wormy Wednesday is here in Tottenham! The worms have officially wriggled into town, and they’re hungry for your help! Together, we’ll feed them and watch as they transform scraps into rich, amazing soil that we’ll share with our community. Every Wednesday, kids can join our hands-on vermicomposting adventure! Using child-friendly tools, they’ll prepare food for the worms, care for the composting bin, and discover the magic of sustainability in action.
To make sure everyone gets a turn, please register your child only once per month. Ideal for ages 3-10.

First Edition Book Club
2026-03-04 18:15 - 19:45 | Memorial Branch (Alliston), 17 Victoria St. E., Alliston, Ontario, L9R 1T3, Canada
First Edition Book club meets on the first Wednesday of every month at the Alliston Memorial Branch of the New Tecumseth Public Library.

Books and Bubbles
2026-03-05 10:30 - 11:00 | Memorial Branch (Alliston), 17 Victoria St. E., Alliston, Ontario, L9R 1T3, Canada

Baby Bookworms Social
2026-03-05 10:30 - 11:30 | Pam Kirkpatrick Branch (Tottenham), 139 Queen St. N, Tottenham, Ontario, L0G 1W0, Canada

Tai Chi Workshop with Instructor Antonio Lampreia
2026-03-05 10:30 - 11:45 | Memorial Branch (Alliston), 17 Victoria St. E., Alliston, Ontario, L9R 1T3, Canada
Discover the benefits of Tai Chi with instructor Antonio Lampreia, a gentle form of exercise that combines slow, flowing movements with deep breathing and mindfulness. This class is designed for adults of all fitness levels and helps improve balance, flexibility, and mental focus, while reducing stress.
Spaces are limited, so please register early to reserve your spot.
Ideal for ages 18+

Banned Books: Lolita by Vladimir Nabokov
2026-03-05 14:00 - 16:00 | D A Jones Branch (Beeton), 42 Main St. W., Beeton, Ontario, L0G 1A0, Canada
SECOND DATE/TIME/LOCATION ADDED! Help us celebrate Freedom to Read Week, February 22-28, 2026. Join us for a discussion of Lolita, a 1955 novel written by Russian-American novelist Vladimir Nabokov that addresses the controversial subject of hebephilia. The book has received critical acclaim regardless of the controversy it caused with the public. Light snacks will be served. Freedom to Read Week is an annual event that encourages Canadians to think about and reaffirm their commitment to intellectual freedom, which is guaranteed them under the Charter of Rights and Freedoms. freedomtoread.ca
Ideal for ages Adult 18+
