Children

[Grades JK-6]

Courtice Branch
Tuesdays, July 4 to August 15
1:30 to 2:15 p.m.

Drop in; no registration required. No charge.

Explore the world around you with weekly STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) challenges. Inspire your curiosity and a love for learning through hands-on activities and exploration.

Learn more about the TD Summer Reading Club and view the full program schedule here. 

[Grades JK-6]

Bowmanville Branch
Tuesdays, July 4 to August 15
10:30 to 11:15 a.m.

Drop in; no registration required. No charge.

Explore the world around you with weekly STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) challenges. Inspire your curiosity and a love for learning through hands-on activities and exploration.

Learn more about the TD Summer Reading Club and view the full program schedule here. 

[Ages 11 to 15]

Bowmanville Branch
Monday, July 17
10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Advanced registration required; space is limited. Register online, in person, or by phone. Cost $60.00 + non-refundable Eventbrite service fee; includes participant manual.
Caregivers and support staff for people with disabilities are admitted free of charge.

Recommended that attendees bring a lunch or snack.

This course teaches youth the fundamental skills they need to start their own babysitting service. A Red Cross certified instructor from React Right Safety Services teaches the class.

Topics include:

• How to give appropriate care for infants, toddlers and school-aged children;
• Dealing with basic First Aid emergencies;
• How to recognize potential hazards;
• What parents expect of a babysitter;
• How to safely find customers; and
• Rural babysitting.

Note: Bring a teddy bear to practice on!

Presented in partnership with React Right Safety Services.

Can't make this day? Sign up for the Babysitting Course on Saturday, June 10 (Courtice) or Saturday, August 19 (Newcastle)!

Registration

You may register in person at any branch, by phoning Member Services at 905-623-7322 x2712, or online using the form below.

Please note the cost is $60.00 + non-refundable Eventbrite service fee.

If you experience any issues with the form, please contact Member Services. If the form does not appear correctly, the event may be fully registered. You can check back later to see if space has opened up, or try registering through our Eventbrite page directly.

[Ages 10 to 12]

Courtice Branch
Saturday, July 22
10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Advanced registration required; space is limited. Register online, in person, or by phone. Cost $60.00 + non-refundable Eventbrite fees; includes participant manual.
Caregivers and support staff for people with disabilities are admitted free of charge.

This Canadian Safety Council course gives youth the tools and information they need to stay at home alone for short periods of time. The course is facilitated by Red Cross certified instructors from React Right Safety Services.

Topics include:

• Looking after the house key (make a key chain);
• Preparing healthy snacks;*
• Walking home;
• Appropriate activities when home alone;
• Electrical/fire safety;
• Basic First Aid; and
• Problem solving (house broken into, severe weather).

*Note: A healthy snack will be prepared during this program. Please advise staff of any allergies at time of registration.

Presented in partnership with React Right Safety Services.

Please note that caregivers of children under the age of 10 must be present in the Library for the duration of the program.

Can't make this day? Sign up for the At Home On My Own course on Saturday, June 3 (Bowmanville) or Monday, August 21 (Bowmanville)!
 

Registration

You may register in person at any branch, by phoning Member Services at 905-623-7322 x2712, or online using the form below.

Please note the cost is $60.00 + non-refundable Eventbrite fees.

If you experience any issues with the form, please contact Member Services. If the form does not appear correctly, the event may be fully registered. You can check back later to see if space has opened up, or try registering through our Eventbrite page directly.