-
This event is open to all! Come bring your current knitting project and work alongside other creative crafters. This group meets in the Frizell (Program) Room every Wednesday from 10:00-12:00. See you there!
35 events found.
Events
Calendar of Events
|
Monday
|
Tuesday
|
Wednesday
|
Thursday
|
Friday
|
Saturday
|
Sunday
|
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
0 events,
|
0 events,
|
2 events,
-
Create your own Ojo de Dios and discover how this woven tradition symbolizes the power of seeing and understanding beyond our physical world for Indigenous Peoples of Mexico. This craft is suitable for ages 5-12, but youth of all ages are welcome! Craft will take place in the library garden (or inside, weather depending). This […] |
1 event,
-
Create your own “Day of the Dead” mask and learn about the way Mexican ancestors are remembered and celebrated. This craft is suitable for ages 5-12, but youth of all ages are welcome! This craft will take place in the Library Garden (or inside, weather depending). This is a drop-in event, so no registration is […] |
0 events,
|
0 events,
|
0 events,
|
2 events,
-
Have you ever wanted to build and code your own robot? Have you ever wanted to see it battle to the end with another bot? Join us to learn to build a Sumobot with LEGO Spike and program it with beginner-friendly coding, and put your creativity to the test! It’s battle time! Flippers and pushers are […]
Free
-
To kickoff our summer series “Story & Craft”, Rory will read “Eyes that Speak to the Stars” by Joanna Ho, along with a couple of other books highlighting Chinese culture. Kids will additionally create their own paper cup dragon. This craft is suitable for ages 5-12, but youth of all ages are welcome! This event […] |
2 events,
-
Have you ever wanted to build and code your own robot? Have you ever wanted to see it battle to the end with another bot? Join us to learn to build a Sumobot with LEGO Spike and program it with beginner-friendly coding, and put your creativity to the test! It’s battle time! Flippers and pushers are […]
Free
-
For our first “Tween Tuesday”, youths aged 8-13 are invited to create their own Ming Dynasty-style mug. Registration is required. This craft will take place in the Library Garden (or inside, weather depending).
Free
|
4 events,
-
Have you ever wanted to build and code your own robot? Have you ever wanted to see it battle to the end with another bot? Join us to learn to build a Sumobot with LEGO Spike and program it with beginner-friendly coding, and put your creativity to the test! It’s battle time! Flippers and pushers are […]
Free
-
Come shop fantastic fiction for all ages! All sales by donation. Donations of gently used adult, young adult, and children's fiction, published after 2015, may be brought to the Library between June 28th and July 11th. *Inside if raining*
-
Create your own flying koi fish and learn about the role koi fish play in Chinese culture. This craft is suitable for ages 5-12, but youth of all ages are welcome! This event will take place in the library garden (or inside, weather depending). This is a drop-in event, so no registration is required!
-
Lean into your grief in this 8 week session with bereavement companion Laurie Clark. Registration and a preliminary online consultation is required before attending. Laurie asks participants to attend all eight sessions of the program to ensure the best possible group dynamic. Spaces are available. Contact Laurie Somaticgriefwork@gmail.com or 613-772-0007 to register. http://somaticgriefwork.com/ In partnership […] |
2 events,
-
Have you ever wanted to build and code your own robot? Have you ever wanted to see it battle to the end with another bot? Join us to learn to build a Sumobot with LEGO Spike and program it with beginner-friendly coding, and put your creativity to the test! It’s battle time! Flippers and pushers are […]
Free
-
Enjoy an afternoon of traditional chinese games in our library garden. Games are suitable for ages 5-12, but youth of all ages are welcome! This event will take place in the library garden (or inside, weather depending). This is a drop-in event, so no registration is required! |
1 event,
-
Have you ever wanted to build and code your own robot? Have you ever wanted to see it battle to the end with another bot? Join us to learn to build a Sumobot with LEGO Spike and program it with beginner-friendly coding, and put your creativity to the test! It’s battle time! Flippers and pushers are […]
Free
|
0 events,
|
0 events,
|
1 event,
-
Join Rory as she reads “Fluffles: The Brave Koala” by Vita Murrow and Rachel Quiqi and other books set in Australia. Kids will additionally create their own Australian native animal suncatchers. This craft is suitable for ages 5-12, but youth of all ages are welcome! This event will take place in the library garden (or […] |
3 events,
-
Learn about Wetland’s water cleaning powers and use some of those strategies to become Eco-Sidekick in the battle for Earth’s Future! If the forests are the lungs of the planet, then the wetlands are the kidneys. They serve as super filters that allow for so many great things. Increased resistance to invasive species, enhanced biodiversity, […]
Free
-
Join Heidi Tuesday mornings for stories,songs and rhymes.This program is best suited for children ages 0-6 and takes place in the children's department at the library. Registration not required drop in!
-
Create your very own seashell necklace! This craft is suitable for youth ages 8-13 and requires fine motor skills. This event will take place in the library garden (or inside, weather depending). This is a drop-in event, so no registration is required! |
1 event,
-
Let your imagination run wild and build something fun using the library’s extensive LEGO collection. This event will take place in the library garden (or inside, weather depending). This is a drop-in event, so no registration is required! |
1 event,
-
Do you love knock-your-socks-off magic and silliness? You will love John. Join us in the Marguerite Frizell Program Room for an afternoon of fun! RSVP required
Free
|
0 events,
|
1 event,
Featured
-
Featured
The Library After Dark fundraising concert series returns to the Perth & District Library with a concert featuring School House! This summer event, offered in partnership with Stewart Park Festival, offers a chance for people who love music to see top notch artists in a unique, alternative space and support the Perth & District Library. […] |
0 events,
|
1 event,
-
Join Rory as she reads “On the Trapline” by David A. Robertson and Julie Flett, as well as other stories about local Indigenous culture. Kids will create their own magnetic fishing game and learn about the role fishing plays in Indigenous communities. This craft is suitable for kids aged 5-12, but youth of all ages […] |
2 events,
-
We will first look at how human tools and bird beaks do similar jobs. Birds have adapted to their climates and habitats, we see that reflected in their beaks, and also their feet and plumage.With this knowledge, each participant will choose a regional species of bird that are threatened. These birds will be the Horned […]
Free
-
Learn about the Indigenous practice of beading while creating your own beaded bracelet. This craft is suitable for youth ages 8-13 and requires fine motor skills. This event will take place in the library garden (or inside, weather depending). This is a drop-in event, so no registration is required! |
1 event,
-
Learn about and create traditional Indigenous dot art and explore the role art plays in Indigenous cultures. The craft is suitable for kids aged 5-12, but youth of all ages are welcome! This event will take place in the library garden (or inside, weather depending). This is a drop-in event, so no registration is required! |
1 event,
-
Participate & learn about Metis music, dance and culture. Please wear comfortable shoes. Please reserve a free ticket below.
Free
|
0 events,
|
0 events,
|
0 events,
|
1 event,
-
Join Rory as she reads “Jungle Drums” by Graeme Base, a book set in the African Jungle. Rory will additionally read a couple of other books based on African culture. Then, kids will complete a lion collage art activity. This craft is suitable for kids aged 5-12, but youth of all ages are welcome! This […] |
3 events,
-
Join Josh from Basic Kneads Perth as he reads the book The Bakery Dragon.This program is best suited for children ages 0-6 and takes place in Stewart Park. Please bring a blanket to sit on and dress for the the weather. Registration not required drop in!
-
After learning about how wetlands work, we will pull back the focus to the larger issues surrounding watersheds. We will be specifically speaking about our local watersheds, as well as more general issues like erosion, run-off, pollution, and how to create smart urban plans in the future by avoiding issues we see currently. With hands-on […]
Free
-
Create your very own African doll out of newspapers while discussing African cultures. This craft requires fine motor skills and is suitable for youth aged 8-13. Registration is required. This event will take place in the library garden (or inside, weather depending).
Free
|
1 event,
-
Weave an African-style flower basket and make pipe-cleaner flowers to put inside it! This craft is suitable for ages 5-12, but youth of all ages are welcome! This event will take place in the library garden (or inside, weather depending). This is a drop-in event, so no registration is required! |
1 event,
-
Stop by the library to ask Rachel all your nature questions. Rachel can recommend some nature books and other nature resources. This event will take place in the library garden (or inside, weather depending). This is a drop-in event, so no registration is required! |
0 events,
|
0 events,
|
0 events,
|
Featured
Library After Dark with School House
Want to pitch a program or event at the library? Fill out the form here
Looking for our weekly tech tutoring? Register here