Kids

In partnership with Family Place, The Library is proud to host ‘Mother Goose,’ a FREE and magical group experience for babies, young children (0-4 years) and their parents/caregivers. It is a well-recognized and respected oral language program that returns to tradition by using rhymes, songs and storytelling as a base for enriching parent-child lives and relationships. No toys, just parent and child having fun interacting together.

Youth judo introduction session at SIMS. Safety-first program designed to develop resilience and movement skills. By donation.

StoryWalk® is a self-guided supported-activity that allows children and adults to enjoy reading and outdoor activity at the same time. Every weekend, laminated pages from a children’s book is attached to signs, These signs are then sequentially installed from the front of the Library, down the street, then though Mouat Park toward the Rainbow Road Pool. As you stroll down the trail, a story unfolds. StoryWalks® have been installed in 50 states and 13 countries including, Germany, Canada, England, Bermuda, Russia, Malaysia, Pakistan and South Korea! ​ StoryWalk® was created by Anne Ferguson of Montpelier, VT and is a registered service mark owned by Ms. Ferguson. StoryWalks are week long events.

A NEW spin on a classic program.  Children’s Stories read by the people that you meet each day! Every Friday from 11AM-11:30AM, The Library hosts Family Story Time, and all ages event with stories for readers of all level and ability, from babies to 7 year olds. Traditionally, this program fosters early literacy, creates positive associations with books, being read to, and the Library, and provides a rewarding shared experience between adults and their children… and now we’re adding a new element to the Program: Community connection. The Library will host guest Story Time readers, from Fire Fighters, to Book shop owners, to SPCA volunteers, to public health nurses, to ELF (Early Learning For Families — Strong Start) leaders, to PARC Life guards to Grocery clerks to RCMP officers. All th

Weekly all-ages story time featuring children's stories read by community members, with stories for babies through 7-year-olds to foster early literacy.

Drop-in craft program starting after Story Time. Activities vary weekly and include cards, wreaths, snow globes, lanterns, mobiles, puppets, crowns, and wands.

Weekly drop-in craft program following Story Time with varying activities like cards, wreaths, snow globes, lanterns, mobiles, puppets, and wands to foster children's creativity.

Friday afternoon board game gathering for youth with snacks provided.

Join digital artist Leo Chan for two hands on evenings and discover the computer as a creative tool. Capture an object and transform it into a living, interactive digital artwork. No experience needed, just curiosity. 📅 Friday June 5 and Friday June 12 ⏰ 4 to 7 PM Ages 14 to 18 Register by May 29 at: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/AIworkshop#/ Please bring a laptop if possible. Limited laptops available to borrow.

Full day of music with 10 acts and 25 musicians supporting local causes. Kids free. Presale tickets $22.

Bike rally for beginners to intermediate young riders at Mouats Bike Park.

In partnership with Family Place, The Library is proud to host ‘Mother Goose,’ a FREE and magical group experience for babies, young children (0-4 years) and their parents/caregivers. It is a well-recognized and respected oral language program that returns to tradition by using rhymes, songs and storytelling as a base for enriching parent-child lives and relationships. No toys, just parent and child having fun interacting together.

StoryWalk® is a self-guided supported-activity that allows children and adults to enjoy reading and outdoor activity at the same time. Every weekend, laminated pages from a children’s book is attached to signs, These signs are then sequentially installed from the front of the Library, down the street, then though Mouat Park toward the Rainbow Road Pool. As you stroll down the trail, a story unfolds. StoryWalks® have been installed in 50 states and 13 countries including, Germany, Canada, England, Bermuda, Russia, Malaysia, Pakistan and South Korea! ​ StoryWalk® was created by Anne Ferguson of Montpelier, VT and is a registered service mark owned by Ms. Ferguson. StoryWalks are week long events.

Special StoryTime with children’s author Aidan Cassie Aidan will be reading and launching her brand new book CAT SHAPES. Some of her other great books will also be read. We expect it to be a fun and unique Neighbourhood StoryTime!

Starting after Neighbourhood StoryTime, around 11:30. Weekly crafts are always different, and always fun. From cards, to wreaths, to snow globes to lanterns, to mobiles to puppets, crowns or wands – enjoy the magic of creating and playing while fostering your child’s creativity, and taking part in free community activities together. Drop in program, registration not required; crafts participation is limited to available craft supplies.

Every Friday afternoon at the library we will have our large selection of board games available for youth to get together and have some fun. Snacks provided!

Join digital artist Leo Chan for two hands on evenings and discover the computer as a creative tool. Capture an object and transform it into a living, interactive digital artwork. No experience needed, just curiosity. 📅 Friday June 5 and Friday June 12 ⏰ 4 to 7 PM Ages 14 to 18 Register by May 29 at: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/AIworkshop#/ Please bring a laptop if possible. Limited laptops available to borrow.

Shop for all the wonderful dads in your lives and support the budding entrepreneurs of our community. Please note that this event is a week before Father’s Day and the market will be from 10am-12pm this time.

Community event for young children featuring games, stories, music, a drumming circle, a school bus visit, and a parade with stuffies. Includes snacks, free giveaways, and prizes.

The library invites all kids and their dad-figures to build a nature-based project at home, to be submitted to the library for judging. The public will vote for their 2 favourites. The public has a whole week to vote! To be submitted to the library on June 19. Voting until the June 26.

StoryWalk® is a self-guided supported-activity that allows children and adults to enjoy reading and outdoor activity at the same time. Every weekend, laminated pages from a children’s book is attached to signs, These signs are then sequentially installed from the front of the Library, down the street, then though Mouat Park toward the Rainbow Road Pool. As you stroll down the trail, a story unfolds. StoryWalks® have been installed in 50 states and 13 countries including, Germany, Canada, England, Bermuda, Russia, Malaysia, Pakistan and South Korea! ​ StoryWalk® was created by Anne Ferguson of Montpelier, VT and is a registered service mark owned by Ms. Ferguson. StoryWalks are week long events.

A NEW spin on a classic program.  Children’s Stories read by the people that you meet each day! Every Friday from 11AM-11:30AM, The Library hosts Family Story Time, and all ages event with stories for readers of all level and ability, from babies to 7 year olds. Traditionally, this program fosters early literacy, creates positive associations with books, being read to, and the Library, and provides a rewarding shared experience between adults and their children… and now we’re adding a new element to the Program: Community connection. The Library will host guest Story Time readers, from Fire Fighters, to Book shop owners, to SPCA volunteers, to public health nurses, to ELF (Early Learning For Families — Strong Start) leaders, to PARC Life guards to Grocery clerks to RCMP officers. All th

Starting after Neighbourhood StoryTime, around 11:30. Weekly crafts are always different, and always fun. From cards, to wreaths, to snow globes to lanterns, to mobiles to puppets, crowns or wands – enjoy the magic of creating and playing while fostering your child’s creativity, and taking part in free community activities together. Drop in program, registration not required; crafts participation is limited to available craft supplies.

Puppet show by Elder Jo-Ina Young for families.

Puppet show by Elder Jo-Ina Young for families.

StoryWalk® is a self-guided supported-activity that allows children and adults to enjoy reading and outdoor activity at the same time. Every weekend, laminated pages from a children’s book is attached to signs, These signs are then sequentially installed from the front of the Library, down the street, then though Mouat Park toward the Rainbow Road Pool. As you stroll down the trail, a story unfolds. StoryWalks® have been installed in 50 states and 13 countries including, Germany, Canada, England, Bermuda, Russia, Malaysia, Pakistan and South Korea! ​ StoryWalk® was created by Anne Ferguson of Montpelier, VT and is a registered service mark owned by Ms. Ferguson. StoryWalks are week long events.

A NEW spin on a classic program.  Children’s Stories read by the people that you meet each day! Every Friday from 11AM-11:30AM, The Library hosts Family Story Time, and all ages event with stories for readers of all level and ability, from babies to 7 year olds. Traditionally, this program fosters early literacy, creates positive associations with books, being read to, and the Library, and provides a rewarding shared experience between adults and their children… and now we’re adding a new element to the Program: Community connection. The Library will host guest Story Time readers, from Fire Fighters, to Book shop owners, to SPCA volunteers, to public health nurses, to ELF (Early Learning For Families — Strong Start) leaders, to PARC Life guards to Grocery clerks to RCMP officers. All th

Starting after Neighbourhood StoryTime, around 11:30. Weekly crafts are always different, and always fun. From cards, to wreaths, to snow globes to lanterns, to mobiles to puppets, crowns or wands – enjoy the magic of creating and playing while fostering your child’s creativity, and taking part in free community activities together. Drop in program, registration not required; crafts participation is limited to available craft supplies.

A FREE workshop for ages 13–19 to create DIY zines using scissors, glue, markers, and other supplies. Participants make their own magazine from scratch with art, ideas, and opinions. Finished zines can be sold at the Zine Vendor Market on July 30th. Supplies and snacks provided.

StoryWalk® is a self-guided supported-activity that allows children and adults to enjoy reading and outdoor activity at the same time. Every weekend, laminated pages from a children’s book is attached to signs, These signs are then sequentially installed from the front of the Library, down the street, then though Mouat Park toward the Rainbow Road Pool. As you stroll down the trail, a story unfolds. StoryWalks® have been installed in 50 states and 13 countries including, Germany, Canada, England, Bermuda, Russia, Malaysia, Pakistan and South Korea! ​ StoryWalk® was created by Anne Ferguson of Montpelier, VT and is a registered service mark owned by Ms. Ferguson. StoryWalks are week long events.

A NEW spin on a classic program.  Children’s Stories read by the people that you meet each day! Every Friday from 11AM-11:30AM, The Library hosts Family Story Time, and all ages event with stories for readers of all level and ability, from babies to 7 year olds. Traditionally, this program fosters early literacy, creates positive associations with books, being read to, and the Library, and provides a rewarding shared experience between adults and their children… and now we’re adding a new element to the Program: Community connection. The Library will host guest Story Time readers, from Fire Fighters, to Book shop owners, to SPCA volunteers, to public health nurses, to ELF (Early Learning For Families — Strong Start) leaders, to PARC Life guards to Grocery clerks to RCMP officers. All th

Starting after Neighbourhood StoryTime, around 11:30. Weekly crafts are always different, and always fun. From cards, to wreaths, to snow globes to lanterns, to mobiles to puppets, crowns or wands – enjoy the magic of creating and playing while fostering your child’s creativity, and taking part in free community activities together. Drop in program, registration not required; crafts participation is limited to available craft supplies.

2 DAY SUMMER CREATIVE CAMP FOR KIDS @ SIMS! Salt Spring Island with artists Angelo Rosso & Alicja Swiatlon Calling all young performers, artists, storytellers, and imagination-makers ages 9–13! This summer, discover The Secret Door, a magical theme guiding two unforgettable days of Improv Theatre + Visual Art. What happens when we open a hidden door? Who or what might be waiting on the other side? Through imagination, creativity, storytelling, and play, campers will invent characters, build worlds, create art, and go on theatrical adventures together! Join us for TWO fun-filled days where kids will laugh, create, play, move, imagine, and make new friends in a supportive and inspiring environment. 📅 July 14 & 15 ⏰ 10am–3pm 👧 Ages 9–13 SIMS on Salt Spring Island. $200 for both days. Thr

An immersive ocean adventure is coming to the library — and you won’t need a wetsuit 📅 Wednesday, July 15, 12:30-2:30PM📍 Salt Spring Island Public Library🌊 Free admission Get ready, ocean explorers. On Wednesday, July 15th, Ocean Wise is bringing its incredible travelling Sea Dome experience right to our library — complete with a six-metre inflatable dome, stunning underwater filmography, real marine artifacts, and hands-on discovery stations. This is not your average library event. Ocean Wise’s mobile education team travels across Canada sharing the wonders of the sea with communities of all kinds – and we’re thrilled to welcome them to Salt Spring Island, where the Salish Sea is practically our backyard. Step inside the ocean The centrepiece of the event is the Ocean Wise Sea Dom

StoryWalk® is a self-guided supported-activity that allows children and adults to enjoy reading and outdoor activity at the same time. Every weekend, laminated pages from a children’s book is attached to signs, These signs are then sequentially installed from the front of the Library, down the street, then though Mouat Park toward the Rainbow Road Pool. As you stroll down the trail, a story unfolds. StoryWalks® have been installed in 50 states and 13 countries including, Germany, Canada, England, Bermuda, Russia, Malaysia, Pakistan and South Korea! ​ StoryWalk® was created by Anne Ferguson of Montpelier, VT and is a registered service mark owned by Ms. Ferguson. StoryWalks are week long events.

A NEW spin on a classic program.  Children’s Stories read by the people that you meet each day! Every Friday from 11AM-11:30AM, The Library hosts Family Story Time, and all ages event with stories for readers of all level and ability, from babies to 7 year olds. Traditionally, this program fosters early literacy, creates positive associations with books, being read to, and the Library, and provides a rewarding shared experience between adults and their children… and now we’re adding a new element to the Program: Community connection. The Library will host guest Story Time readers, from Fire Fighters, to Book shop owners, to SPCA volunteers, to public health nurses, to ELF (Early Learning For Families — Strong Start) leaders, to PARC Life guards to Grocery clerks to RCMP officers. All th

Starting after Neighbourhood StoryTime, around 11:30. Weekly crafts are always different, and always fun. From cards, to wreaths, to snow globes to lanterns, to mobiles to puppets, crowns or wands – enjoy the magic of creating and playing while fostering your child’s creativity, and taking part in free community activities together. Drop in program, registration not required; crafts participation is limited to available craft supplies.

A performing arts day camp for youth ages 13–18 featuring singing, acting, devising, and writing. Two sessions run July 20–24 and July 27–31, with performances on Friday afternoons at 4:00 PM.

Join us on Thursdays at 10:30am for arts and crafts drop-in. This week, we will air dry coasters/mosaics.

StoryWalk® is a self-guided supported-activity that allows children and adults to enjoy reading and outdoor activity at the same time. Every weekend, laminated pages from a children’s book is attached to signs, These signs are then sequentially installed from the front of the Library, down the street, then though Mouat Park toward the Rainbow Road Pool. As you stroll down the trail, a story unfolds. StoryWalks® have been installed in 50 states and 13 countries including, Germany, Canada, England, Bermuda, Russia, Malaysia, Pakistan and South Korea! ​ StoryWalk® was created by Anne Ferguson of Montpelier, VT and is a registered service mark owned by Ms. Ferguson. StoryWalks are week long events.

A NEW spin on a classic program.  Children’s Stories read by the people that you meet each day! Every Friday from 11AM-11:30AM, The Library hosts Family Story Time, and all ages event with stories for readers of all level and ability, from babies to 7 year olds. Traditionally, this program fosters early literacy, creates positive associations with books, being read to, and the Library, and provides a rewarding shared experience between adults and their children… and now we’re adding a new element to the Program: Community connection. The Library will host guest Story Time readers, from Fire Fighters, to Book shop owners, to SPCA volunteers, to public health nurses, to ELF (Early Learning For Families — Strong Start) leaders, to PARC Life guards to Grocery clerks to RCMP officers. All th

Starting after Neighbourhood StoryTime, around 11:30. Weekly crafts are always different, and always fun. From cards, to wreaths, to snow globes to lanterns, to mobiles to puppets, crowns or wands – enjoy the magic of creating and playing while fostering your child’s creativity, and taking part in free community activities together. Drop in program, registration not required; crafts participation is limited to available craft supplies.

Part of the Summer Reading Club events. Join us for a special screening of Moana! FREE, and no registration is required

A performing arts day camp for youth ages 13–18 featuring singing, acting, devising, and writing. Two sessions run July 20–24 and July 27–31, with performances on Friday afternoons at 4:00 PM.

The library has a brand new and exciting program just for the summer! Every Tuesday starting July 14th, we will have Songs & Stories from 10-11am. Each week, a musical community member will be facilitating.The schedule is as followed:July 14th: Songs and Stories with DaphneJuly 21st: Yoga with Miss MeiJuly 28th: Songs and Stories with DaphneAugust 4th: Songs and Stories (and Ukelele) with Hannah SprayAugust 11th: Song and Stories with DaphneAugust 18th: Songs and Stories with DaphneAugust 25th: Music Together with Lena

Join us on Thursdays at 10:30am for arts and crafts drop-in. This week, we will create foil sea animals.

StoryWalk® is a self-guided supported-activity that allows children and adults to enjoy reading and outdoor activity at the same time. Every weekend, laminated pages from a children’s book is attached to signs, These signs are then sequentially installed from the front of the Library, down the street, then though Mouat Park toward the Rainbow Road Pool. As you stroll down the trail, a story unfolds. StoryWalks® have been installed in 50 states and 13 countries including, Germany, Canada, England, Bermuda, Russia, Malaysia, Pakistan and South Korea! ​ StoryWalk® was created by Anne Ferguson of Montpelier, VT and is a registered service mark owned by Ms. Ferguson. StoryWalks are week long events.

A NEW spin on a classic program.  Children’s Stories read by the people that you meet each day! Every Friday from 11AM-11:30AM, The Library hosts Family Story Time, and all ages event with stories for readers of all level and ability, from babies to 7 year olds. Traditionally, this program fosters early literacy, creates positive associations with books, being read to, and the Library, and provides a rewarding shared experience between adults and their children… and now we’re adding a new element to the Program: Community connection. The Library will host guest Story Time readers, from Fire Fighters, to Book shop owners, to SPCA volunteers, to public health nurses, to ELF (Early Learning For Families — Strong Start) leaders, to PARC Life guards to Grocery clerks to RCMP officers. All th

Starting after Neighbourhood StoryTime, around 11:30. Weekly crafts are always different, and always fun. From cards, to wreaths, to snow globes to lanterns, to mobiles to puppets, crowns or wands – enjoy the magic of creating and playing while fostering your child’s creativity, and taking part in free community activities together. Drop in program, registration not required; crafts participation is limited to available craft supplies.

Part of the Summer Reading Club events. Join us for a special screening of Moana2! FREE, and no registration is required

The library has a brand new and exciting program just for the summer! Every Tuesday starting July 14th, we will have Songs & Stories from 10-11am. Each week, a musical community member will be facilitating.The schedule is as followed:July 14th: Songs and Stories with DaphneJuly 21st: Yoga with Miss MeiJuly 28th: Songs and Stories with DaphneAugust 4th: Songs and Stories (and Ukelele) with Hannah SprayAugust 11th: Song and Stories with DaphneAugust 18th: Songs and Stories with DaphneAugust 25th: Music Together with Lena

StoryWalk® is a self-guided supported-activity that allows children and adults to enjoy reading and outdoor activity at the same time. Every weekend, laminated pages from a children’s book is attached to signs, These signs are then sequentially installed from the front of the Library, down the street, then though Mouat Park toward the Rainbow Road Pool. As you stroll down the trail, a story unfolds. StoryWalks® have been installed in 50 states and 13 countries including, Germany, Canada, England, Bermuda, Russia, Malaysia, Pakistan and South Korea! ​ StoryWalk® was created by Anne Ferguson of Montpelier, VT and is a registered service mark owned by Ms. Ferguson. StoryWalks are week long events.

A NEW spin on a classic program.  Children’s Stories read by the people that you meet each day! Every Friday from 11AM-11:30AM, The Library hosts Family Story Time, and all ages event with stories for readers of all level and ability, from babies to 7 year olds. Traditionally, this program fosters early literacy, creates positive associations with books, being read to, and the Library, and provides a rewarding shared experience between adults and their children… and now we’re adding a new element to the Program: Community connection. The Library will host guest Story Time readers, from Fire Fighters, to Book shop owners, to SPCA volunteers, to public health nurses, to ELF (Early Learning For Families — Strong Start) leaders, to PARC Life guards to Grocery clerks to RCMP officers. All th

Starting after Neighbourhood StoryTime, around 11:30. Weekly crafts are always different, and always fun. From cards, to wreaths, to snow globes to lanterns, to mobiles to puppets, crowns or wands – enjoy the magic of creating and playing while fostering your child’s creativity, and taking part in free community activities together. Drop in program, registration not required; crafts participation is limited to available craft supplies.

Part of the Summer Reading Club events. Join us for a special screening of Atlantis: the Lost Empire! FREE, and no registration is required

The library has a brand new and exciting program just for the summer! Every Tuesday starting July 14th, we will have Songs & Stories from 10-11am. Each week, a musical community member will be facilitating.The schedule is as followed:July 14th: Songs and Stories with DaphneJuly 21st: Yoga with Miss MeiJuly 28th: Songs and Stories with DaphneAugust 4th: Songs and Stories (and Ukelele) with Hannah SprayAugust 11th: Song and Stories with DaphneAugust 18th: Songs and Stories with DaphneAugust 25th: Music Together with Lena

StoryWalk® is a self-guided supported-activity that allows children and adults to enjoy reading and outdoor activity at the same time. Every weekend, laminated pages from a children’s book is attached to signs, These signs are then sequentially installed from the front of the Library, down the street, then though Mouat Park toward the Rainbow Road Pool. As you stroll down the trail, a story unfolds. StoryWalks® have been installed in 50 states and 13 countries including, Germany, Canada, England, Bermuda, Russia, Malaysia, Pakistan and South Korea! ​ StoryWalk® was created by Anne Ferguson of Montpelier, VT and is a registered service mark owned by Ms. Ferguson. StoryWalks are week long events.

A NEW spin on a classic program.  Children’s Stories read by the people that you meet each day! Every Friday from 11AM-11:30AM, The Library hosts Family Story Time, and all ages event with stories for readers of all level and ability, from babies to 7 year olds. Traditionally, this program fosters early literacy, creates positive associations with books, being read to, and the Library, and provides a rewarding shared experience between adults and their children… and now we’re adding a new element to the Program: Community connection. The Library will host guest Story Time readers, from Fire Fighters, to Book shop owners, to SPCA volunteers, to public health nurses, to ELF (Early Learning For Families — Strong Start) leaders, to PARC Life guards to Grocery clerks to RCMP officers. All th