Other Events and Programs
Check out even more events and actives we have going on in our branches!
Teen Craft: Tape and Paint Tote Bag
Youth ages 10 to 17 are invited to make a bold statement by painting their own tote bag.
The perfect accessory to take to the beach in the summer and school in the fall.
Dunnville – Thursday, May 28, 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Caledonia – Wednesday, June 10, 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Selkirk – Saturday, June 13, 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 p.m.
Hagersville – Monday, June 15, 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Cayuga – Friday, June 19, 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Jarvis - Monday, June 22, 4:00 p.m.to 5:00 p.m.
The cost is $5.00 per-person. Pre-registration is required. Participants are encouraged to wear clothing that can get messy.
McMaster STEM Programs for Teens and Tweens
In partnership with McMaster University’s Engineering Community Outreach Team, the Haldimand County Public Library will be hosting two STEM programs for youth ages 9 to 14 at the Caledonia and Hagersville branches.
There is no cost to participate, but pre-registration is necessary as spaces are limited. To register, please visit or call the library branch at 289-674-0400.
Please note that participants under the age of 10 must have a parent or guardian (over the age of 16) in the library while taking part in the program.
Bridges and Robotics - Caledonia Branch
Participants will learn about the fundamentals of bridges and civil engineering (stability, rigidity and resistance) through fun hands-on activities. They will work to build their own working bridge and then operate ball-shaped robots, called Spheros, to test their bridge's safety
Ages: 9 to 14
Date: Tuesday, June 9th, 2026.
Time: 4:00 p.m. to 5:15 p.m.
Cost: Free
Chemical Engineering (Skin Care) - Hagersville Branch
In this fun, educational and hands-on activity, participants will create their own sugar lip scrub using simple, natural ingredients. This project not only introduces students to the science behind skincare but also connects them with the rich tradition of DIY chemical engineering practices. Participants will leave with a 30ml jar of lip scrub they made themselves.
Ages: 9 to 14
Date: Tuesday, June 16th
Time: 4:00 p.m. to 5:15 p.m.
Cost: Free
To register for either STEM program, please visit the branch or call the library at 289-674-0400.
2026 April Poetry Contest Awards Ceremony
The Haldimand County Public Library would like to thank everyone who submitted a poem to our 2026 April Poetry Contest. Winners will be contacted in the first part of May and then announced on our website.
All members of the public are invited to the Hagersville Branch on Saturday, May 23rd at 10:30 a.m. for the April Poetry Contest Awards Ceremony. Winning poems will be read aloud and the winners will receive their prizes. Light refreshments will be provided.
The Library would like to give a special thank you to The Fishersville Lions Club, The Hagervsille Lions Club, The Selkirk Lions Club, The Friends of the Dunnville Library, and The Friends of the Caledonia Library, who generously donated towards this year's prizes.
Haldimand County Public Library: committed to diversity
The Haldimand County Public Library is committed to fostering inclusive spaces and resources, by embracing a philosophy of diversity and equity. Our goal is to actively build and promote diverse collections, programs and services, while identifying and addressing barriers to accessibility through an inclusion lens.
To support this commitment, the library will, on a quarterly basis, showcase collections and deliver programs featuring a universal theme as experienced by individuals and groups from diverse backgrounds. We strive to explore each topic through displays, programs and informational resources that ensure meaningful engagement and representation of all Haldimand County's community members.
This quarter's theme is Spirituality.
Please visit or contact your local branch for more information.
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