Get ready for a summer of reading fun! The TD Summer Reading Club is back and this year the theme is "Around the World". Buckle up, globetrotters, we are setting out on a once-in-a-lifetime adventure to faraway places.
Join the club! Starting on June 28, children ages 12 and under can visit either library location to register and pick up a notebook with your special TD Summer Reading Club access code!
This fun reading program inspires children to develop a lifelong love of reading and helps prevent the summer literacy slide. There are lots of fun programs and activities for kids of all ages. Check the Events Calendar for weekly program schedule and times - programs start on July 2.
Touch A Truck - Saturday, June 28 - 2 to 4 p.m.
Kick off a summer of reading at this fun-filled family Touch A Truck event! The Orangeville Public Library is partnering with the Town of Orangeville to bring a lineup of trucks for kids to explore. Meet the community helpers who drive the vehicles and learn all about what they do.
This event will take place in the far side of the Alder Street Recreation Centre parking lot - 275 Alder Street. Drop in between 2 and 4 p.m. to take part. No registration is required.
Sign up for the TD Summer Reading Club and pick up a brochure with all the details about our weekly programs.
How to Participate
- Visit Alder or Mill Library to receive your TD Summer Reading Notebook and access code. You can register at any time over the summer!
- Use your notebook's code to register at tdsummerreadingclub.ca and unlock your digital notebook for loads of fun.
- Log the time you spend reading with the TD Summer Reading Club time tracker, play fun games, get reading reecommendations and more.
- Visit the library for weekly programs and chances to win weekly prizes all summer long.
TD Summer Reading Club StoryWalk®
We have two StoryWalks to read as you stroll around the community this summer. One at Island Lake (entry fees apply) and one along Broadway. Presented in partnership with the Island Lake Conservation Area and the Orangeville BIA. This year’s TD Summer Reading story found in the businesses along Broadway is “Let’s go! haw êkwa!” by Julie Flett.
Check out these fun weekly programs and activities:
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Adventures in the Park Join us and EarlyON Dufferin weekly for outdoor fun and guest story readers! When: Mondays, July 7 to August 25, 10 to 11:30 a.m. (no program on Civic Holiday) Where: Kay Cee Gardens, 29 Bythia St. Age: Ages 6 and under
Sustainable Sculptures with Engineering Science Quest When: Monday, July 28, 1 to 2:30 p.m. Where: Mill Street Library Age: 7 to 12 years Check the library’s website calendar for description and registration details. Please register in advance. |
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Introduction to Dungeons & Dragons Register for this 8 week learn-to-play workshop for beginners and get to know how to run your own adventures! When: Tuesdays, July 8 to August 19, 3 to 5 p.m. Where: Mill Street Library Age: 14 to 17 Visit the events calendar for registration and more information. Register for all 8 weeks, spots are limited.
Family Fun Events Enjoy fun events for kids with their parents or guardians. Check the library’s website calendar for event details and registration. Tuesday, July 8 - 6:30 to 7:30 - Bring the whole family for an engaging and entertaining event that will have you competing, laughing and, most importantly, making great memories. Register your team to take part. Tuesday, July 22 – 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. - Unleash your inner popstar at the Orangeville Public Library's Karaoke Night! Bring the whole family to enjoy a night of songs, snacks, and entertainment! Register to attend this fun event. Tuesday, August 5 - 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, August 19th – 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. August event date registration will start July 10.
Summer Kids Knit Join members from the Orange thREADs group and local volunteers for another great Learn-to-Knit workshop. Try your hand at knitting and meet new friends. Needles and yarn will be provided, or bring your own. When:Tuesday, July 15 and Tuesday, August 19, 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. Where: Mill St. Library Age: Ages 9 to 12 Check the library’s website calendar for registration details. Register for the July 15 session.. August event date registration will start July 10. |
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Kids Club Travel around the world through fun activities including STEM, art, games, creative writing, challenges and more! When: Wednesdays, July 2 to August 20, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Where: Mill Street Library Age: Ages 5 to 8
ECRR Babies Ignite your baby's love for reading through fun, interactive activities. When: Wednesdays, July 2 to August 20, 1 to 1:30 p.m. Where: Mill Street Library Age: 18 months and under with a caregiver |
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Family Storytime Enjoy stories, songs, and fun activities! When: Thursdays, July 3 to August 21, 10:30 to 11:15 a.m. Where: Mill Street Library Age: Everyone welcome
Tween Club Travel around the world through fun activities including STEM, art, games, creative writing, challenges and more! When: Thursdays, July 3 to August 21, 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. Where: Mill Street Library Age: Ages 9 to 12 |
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Introduction to Dungeons & Dragons When: Saturdays, July 5 to August 23, 3 to 5 p.m. Where: Mill Street Library Age: 10 to 13 Visit the events calendar for registration and more information. Register for all 8 weeks opens June 20, spots are limited.
Family Fun Events Enjoy fun events for kids with their parents or guardians. Check the library’s website calendar for event details and registration. Saturday, July 19 – 10 to 12 p.m. - Kahoot Drop-Ins: Test your knowledge about Canada, pop culture, celebrities, global foods, and more at one of our Family Fun Kahoot Drop-In sessions. With new games starting every 15 minutes, your family can join anytime between 10 and 12:20! Stay for one (or all of the games) to learn more about the world around us, and to win fun prizes! Registration is not required for this event - drop in! Saturday, August 2 – 10 to 12 p.m. Saturday August 16 - 10 to 12 p.m. August event date registration will start July 10. |
| Nature Journaling Workshop - Sunday, July 6 |
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Join Bilie Jo Reid, Outdoor and Nature Journal Educator for this hands-on workshop. No artistic ability is required, just a love of nature and a sense of wonder and curiosity! When: Sunday, July 6, 1 to 3 p.m. Where: Mill Street Library and Mill Square park Age: All ages (recommended for 6+) Please register in advance (complete one form for each participant). Please note, as this workshop involves a visit to Mill Square park (located just one block away at the corner of Mill St. and Little York St.) we ask that parents remain with their children for the duration of the program (we hope you join in the fun too!). Don't forget to dress for the weather. |
Visit the TD Summer Reading Club website for more activities: watch featured author and illustrator videos, get cool writing ideas, reading recommendations, jokes and trivia, and print colouring sheets.
Recommended Reads
TD Summer Reading Club Ages 0-5There are great resources for kids with print disabilities. Email [email protected] to find out more.
Co-created and delivered by 2,000 public libraries across Canada; development of this national, bilingual program is led by Toronto Public Library in partnership with Library and Archives Canada. Sponsorship is generously provided by TD Bank Group.
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