Beat the dreaded "Summer Brain Drain" with the annual TD Summer Reading Club, Canada’s biggest summer reading program for kids of all ages, all interests and all abilities.
Do you like cool stuff, amazing facts and mysterious fiction? What makes you curious and creative? Explore your neighbourhood, library, museum, and the world around you! Show off your collections and creations. Have fun collaborating and creating new things with others!
Drop in to weekly in-person programs and special events! Children can boost their reading skills and stay sharp for school by learning through play and hands-on activities this July and August!
Download the SRC program calendar! Makes a great page to stick to your fridge for quick reference! You can also view our online SRC program calendar, and filter by branch!
Educators! We’d love to meet your class! The Library can offer a visit tailored to your grade at your school or local branch. We’ll highlight the TD Summer Reading Club and help your students prepare for a successful September.
The TD SRC is for children of all abilities, no matter how they read! Find SRC notebooks adapted for physical, visual, or learning disabilities on the national TD Summer Reading Club website, with SRC books in a variety of accessible formats, such as DAISY audio and braille.
Registration opens Monday, June 12
TD SRC members will have access to book reporting, special challenges, and prize draws! After you register, be sure drop by any branch starting June 12 to pick up your activity book, stickers, and web access code!
Waverley Place grounds: Friday, June 30, 11am-2pm • All ages
Celebrate the start of summer at the TD Summer Reading Club Kick-Off Party featuring Dan the Music Man!
Calling all kids and kids at heart! Get ready for a musical adventure that will stretch your imagination, tickle your funny bone, and warm your heart! Join one of Canada’s favourite children’s performers, songwriters and recording artists of family fun, Dan the Music Man!
Join us on the Waverley Place grounds on Friday June 30th from 11am to 2pm to musical performances, children’s activities, and a pizza party!
Sponsored by OPG.
Newcastle: Monday, July 10, 6pm
All ages • Drop in
Be our guest! Dress up in your favourite royal costume and join us for stories, songs and a meet and greet with a special guest!
Bowmanville: Tuesday, July 18, 6pm • All ages • Drop in
Do whatever a spider can at this super storytime! Dress up in your favourite superhero costume and join us for stories and a meet and greet with a special guest!
Courtice: Thursday, July 27, 6pm • All ages • Drop in
Howl with delight with Walter’s songs and musical games! A guitar with a mind of his own, Walter leads young minds through magical adventures. And when Walter stubbornly demands a break, Scott (former librarian, kindergarten and primary teacher) is forced to fill in with action songs, finger plays and story telling.
Bowmanville: Tuesday, Aug 1, 6pm
All ages • Drop in
Let it goooo! Dress up in your favourite royal costume and join us for stories, songs and a meet and greet with a special guest!
Newcastle: Wednesday, Aug 16, 11am • All ages • Drop in
Enjoy a very special storytime hosted by Clarington’s firefighters!
Stay tuned to our SRC website and social media for more fun programs!
All program drop in.
Tales for Tots
Enjoy stories, songs, and rhymes designed to help build early literacy skills and get your child ready to read.
Stay & Play
Children and their caregivers can play, explore, and socialize. This is a casual program; please feel free to arrive late or leave early.
Curious Collectors
Explore collecting and curating items to make them into fun collections to share! Gather your own items, explore art in nature, learn how to make displays, and share creations from your imagination with the Museum this summer!
Discover Stories
Dive into the world of books and stories! Uncover new stories, captivating books, exciting comics, and more! Learn about the wonderful world of storytelling and discover new and exciting tales to spark your imagination.
Let’s Investigate!
Explore the world around you with weekly STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) challenges. Inspire your curiosity and a love for learning and science through hands-on activities and exploration.
Pop-Up Makerspace
Let your imagination soar with a variety of arts & crafts! Express your creativity while exploring new and fun maker tools.
Chill Zone
Embark on weekly challenges, play your favorite video games, and try out some board games. Socialize, have fun and make new friends!
Park Pop-Ups
Find us at parks across Clarington all summer! Every Monday we’ll be popping-up at different parks in your community. Keep an eye out on our socials and website for details!
Picnic and Play
Pack a picnic lunch and join us on the lawn at Waverley Place for stories, songs, and outdoor games! Weather permitting.
More information coming soon!
Monday, June 12 to Friday, August 18
Challenge yourself to read outside your comfort zone! Pick up or download a card, then drop off your completed cards for your chance to win!
