Programs for Children
For more information about Children’s Programming, email Haley or call 613-687-2227 ext. 2203
What’s On For Kids?
Check out our fun and educational classes, including story times, activities and special events!
Just click on the time and program name in the calendar below for everything you need to know.
Meet our Summer Student!
Hello! My name is Jack and I am the Summer Literacy Programmer at the Petawawa Public Library! I recently finished my first year as a chemistry student at Trent University in Peterborough. In my spare time, I like to read, and my favourite book series is Harry Potter. A fun fact about me is that I can recite all the elements in the periodic table. I have lived in Petawawa for most of my life, so I am excited to have this opportunity to contribute to our community. This summer, I will be planning a variety of literacy and STEM activities so make sure to keep an eye out for information about these programs and how to register!
Science with Sarah
Saturday, June 3rd & Monday, June 5th: Water Pollution (WAITLIST ONLY)
Monday, June 12th: Around the World (WAITLIST ONLY)
Monday, June 19th: All About GPS (WAITLIST ONLY)
Monday, June 26th: Bee Anatomy & Eat Like A Bee (Let’s Talk Science) (WAITLIST ONLY)
Library Program Room
Ages: 7 – 12 years old
Have you ever wondered why a rock is a certain colour? Or why does baking soda and vinegar fizz? Join us for an hour of scientific investigation! We will be learning all about our planet and environment as the seasons change. There is limited space and supplies, so register early!
Registration required; drop-ins welcome (space permitting)
Let’s Talk Science
Friday, June 9:
Ages 7 – 12: 1 – 2 PM – Investigating Flight
Ages 13 – 17: 3 – 4 PM – Discovering DNA
Library Program Room
Join us for a pop-up Science program! Let’s Talk Science will be here for the next professional development day on Friday, June 9th. Stay tuned to see what topics we will be discovering!
Registration required; drop-ins welcome (space permitting)
Toddler Time
First and Third Tuesday of every month
10:30 am
Library Program Room
Ages: 2 – 3 years old
Join the library for a fun and exciting Toddler Time. This program is a great way to get out to the library and enjoy a craft with your toddler.
Drop-in
Baby Tales
Second and Forth Tuesday of every month
10:30 am
Library Program Room
Ages: 0 – 24 months old (suggested)
This program is for infants and their caregivers. Come and spend quality time with your child, activities include rhymes, songs and lots of fun.
Drop-in
Family Movie
Wednesday, June 21
5:30 PM
Library Program Room
Ages: 5 – 9 years old
Stop in for some snacks and fun as we watch a fun family movie!
This months movie: Sing 2
The ever-optimistic koala Buster Moon and his all-star cast of performers prepare to launch their most dazzling stage extravaganza yet, all in the glittering entertainment capital of the world.
Drop-ins are Welcome while space is available.
Do-Re-Me Music Class
Wednesday, June 28th, 2023
Program Room
10:30 am (Infants Ages: 0 – 24 months) WAITLISTED
4:30 pm (Suggested Ages 3 – 8)
6:30 pm (All Ages)
Join us in a sensory-rich yet caring and gentle environment where infants and children can explore the world of music. Shared activities for babies/ children and their caregivers/ families provide the opportunity to strengthen your connection with your child through joyful music-making.
Registration Required – Please register each child individually as space is limited.
Story Time
Every Thursday
10:30 am
Library Program Room
Ages: All Ages
This program is for infants and their caregivers. Come and spend quality time with your child, activities include rhymes, songs and lots of fun.
Drop-in
Tween Dungeons & Dragons Guild
(Waitlisted)
Saturday, June 3
3 – 4:30 PM : Ages 10 – 13 years old
Rotary Room
Our Tween D & D Guild will be starting a new campaign this January! This program will run every other Saturday from January 14th to March 25th. We will be going over game rules, and character creation, and looking over all the material that we can get our hands on. Whether you are an experienced player or brand new, we want to see you there! Have you ever been a Dungeon Master? Do you have a character that’s ready to join in? Bring your friends, have some snacks, and talk about all things fantasy.
Registration required; drop-ins welcome (space permitting).
L’Heure du Conte / French Story Time
Saturday, June 17
10:00 AM
Library Program Room
Ages: 5 – 9 years old
Animé par du personnel du Écoles catholiques du Centre-Est. Venez vous joindre à nous et transmettez le plaisir de la lecture aux enfants tout enfaisant la promotion du français.
Sponsored by Le Conseil des écoles catholiques du Centre-Est. Come with your child and listen to a French story while promoting French vocabulary.
Registration is preferred, drop-ins are Welcome while space is available.