Children's Programs
June Programs
June Passive Programs
Brown Bear Scavenger Hunt
Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What do you see? We see animals hidden in the library! Help us find them this June for your chance to win a prize.
Closes June 30th | 5pm or while supplies last.
Age: Under 12 years
No Registration Required
July Programs - Mondays
July Programs - Thursday
Passive Program
Fairy Garden Fun
From July 1st - August 22nd
Shhh… can you hear the flutter of wings? The Fairy Garden at the Gravenhurst Public Library is waking up—and it’s calling kids to come play! This enchanting hands-on exploration garden is full of tiny treasures, whimsical details, and magical moments just waiting to be discovered. Whether pretending to fly with fairies, hunting for hidden gems, slaying miniature dragons, or simply enjoying this peaceful outdoor play space, little ones can let their imaginations bloom in this one-of-a-kind garden made just for them.
Fairy Mail
From July 2nd - August 22nd
The fairies have gone digital! Ever wanted to write to a real fairy? Now you can! Drop off a handwritten letter to Lily the Library Fairy at the Gravenhurst Public Library using our special fairy mailbox. After reading your letter, she’ll send you a magical reply by email - just don’t forget to include a clearly written email address with your letter. Please allow 5–10 business days for a response—summer is a very busy time in the fairy world!
Fairy Trail
From July 2nd - August 22nd
The fairies have been busy this winter—and their magic is spreading across Gravenhurst! Start your adventure at the Gravenhurst Public Library, where you’ll find our beloved Fairy Garden and pick up your very own map to our new Fairy Trail. Set off to find hidden fairy villages tucked around town, hosted by local businesses and community organizations. Follow your map, find each tiny garden, solve the clues, and return your completed sheet to the Library for a magical miniature prize. Keep your eyes open—you never know where fairy wings might flutter next!
Children's Reading Challenge
From July 1st - August 22nd
Drop of completed reading log by August 28th
Love prizes? Love reading? Pick up your summer reading log at the Gravenhurst Public Library and mark off each day you read—whether it’s 5 minutes or 50, with a parent, or with a pet! Read at your own pace, in your own way, and return your completed log by August 28th for a chance to win a prize!
Parents/Guardians: Please be aware that children under the age of 10 years old must have a parent or guardian present in the Library. Parents or guardians need to be present in the library at all times during programs and be readily available to supervise their child’s breaks, or early dismissal from programs. Children over the age of 10 are allowed to be in the Library without a parent or guardian present, but will not be supervised by Library staff and are free to leave the program room and the Library at their own discretion.
Please note the Library is not an allergen-free facility.
Contact Us
Gravenhurst Public Library
180 Sharpe St W. Gravenhurst, ON
Hours
Monday: 10 am - 5 pm
Tuesday - Thursday: 10 am - 8 pm
Friday: 10 am - 5 pm
Saturday: 10 am - 4 pm
T. 705-687-3382