Bright’s Grove Library

Kids

AFTERSCHOOL KIDS’ CLUB

Tuesday, May 2, 9, 16, 23, June 6 & 20 – 3:30 to 4:30 p.m.

Ages 6 – 12

May 2 - Straw Weaving Bracelets: Enjoy the art of weaving using yarn and drinking straws.

May 9 – Bird Bookmark: Create a bright and colourful bird bookmark with felt.

May 16 – Flower Fork Painting: Use a fork to make a colourful spring picture. We will also be making our own personalized puzzle.

May 23 – LEGO Vehicles: Create an assortment of vehicles as we construct with LEGO. Afterwards, we will make a little town for the vehicles using shoeboxes.

June 6 – Flower Clip-Ons: Do you need a decoration for your backpack? We will be creating flower clip-ons that will brighten up your bag, as well as handprint cacti.

June 20 – Popsicle Craft: We will be creating a “popsicle” with coloured tissue paper and playing “Popsicle Bowling.”

Saturday, May 6, 13, June 3 & 10 – 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.

Ages 4 – 12

May 6 – Post-It Art Show: Pop in to create tiny works of art on Post-It notes. We will save them to create a Post-It art show in the Bright’s Grove Library.

May 13 – Bead Snake: Make a colourful snake with beads and pipe-cleaners!

June 3 – Self Portrait: Trace yourself and decorate your portrait!

June 10 – Creative Corner: Create whatever you want, however you want, using the provided materials.

Teens

Teen Diy

Tuesday, May 23 & June 27 – 6:00 to 7:00 p.m.

May – Vision Board: What is your vision for your future? Create a vision board that includes pictures, inspirational quotes, future goals and ambitions.

June – Dried Flower Bookmark: Create a beautiful book mark using dried flowers.

LEARNING FOR LIFE – COOKING GLUTEN FREE

Monday, May 1 – 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.

Louise has lived gluten free for 20 years. Review popular gluten free cookbooks, discuss cooking methods (such as Instant Pot and Air Fryer), and explore substitutions to make all your favourite recipes gluten free.

ADULT DIY – RAIN CHAIN

Tuesday, May 2 – 1:30 to 2:30 p.m.

Make a Rain Chain to place in your garden or flower bed. We will be using a terracotta flowerpot, twine, and colourful beads.

CREATE WITH POETRY – BLACKOUT POETRY

Monday, May 8 – 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.

Explore basic poetry concepts. Take a written piece of text from a book, newspaper, or magazine and redact words, to come up with your very own poetry!

LEARNING FOR LIFEBRIGHT’S GROVE HISTORY HOUR

Monday, May 15 – 3:30 to 4:30 p.m.

Travel to the past with Nicole from the Lambton County Archives and learn about the history of Bright’s Grove. All ages welcome and questions are encouraged.

ADULT DIY – CREATE A VISION BOARD

Monday, May 15 – 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.

A vision board can help to manifest your dreams. Create your vision for life! General supplies will be provided but please bring anything personal you would also like to include, such as pictures, magazines, or catalogues. Registration required.

LEARNING FOR LIFESUMMER ACTIVITIES IN LAMBTON WITH TOURISM SARNIA-LAMBTON

Thursday, May 25 – 2:30 to 3:30 p.m.

Learn about what adventures lay in our own backyard! Travelling within the County is a great way to save on fuel while still having plenty of fun with friends and family. Swag bags provided for the first 15 participants by Tourism-Sarnia Lambton.

ADULT DIY – MINIATURE OWL STUFFIE

Tuesday, June 6 – 1:30 to 2:30 p.m.

Whoooo’s coming to make a stuffie? We will be using felt to help us create a miniature owl stuffie.

ADULT DIY – CHILL OUT WITH PATTERNS

Monday, June 12 – 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.

Create beautiful images by drawing structured patterns in a fun and lighthearted way to relax and intentionally facilitate a shift in focus and perspective. This drawing process invites gratitude, encourages creativity and concentration.

LEARNING FOR LIFE – BOOK TALK

Monday, June 26 – 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.

Have you read a great book and wish you could talk to someone about it? Come out and chat about your latest great read with other book lovers. It’s a fantastic way to build your ‘to-be-read’ pile!

Camlachie Library

Kids

Build With Structures

Wednesday, May 17 – 4:30 to 5:00 p.m.

Build structures using straws and connectors. Teamwork makes the dream work, come join in the fun and get creative!

AFTERSCHOOL KIDS’ CLUB

Thursdays, May 4, 11, 25, June 1 & 8 – 4:30 to 5:00 p.m.

Ages 5 – 12

May 4 – Star Wars Day: Calling all padawans! Join the resistance as we craft and play. From creating salt dough Jabbas to sling-shots an Ewok would be proud of, this Star Wars Day is sure to be a blast.

May 11 – Flower Salt Painting: Create 3D art with this salt, glue and paint activity.

May 25 – Unicorn: Read “Shine Like a Unicorn” by Shelli R. Johannes, then create your own shining unicorn with paper, markers and some glitter too!

June 1 – Minute to Win It: Compete against each other, or the clock, in five fun games.

June 8 – Sailboat Salt Painting: Create a perfect sailboat using salt.

KIDS’ DIY

Saturday, May 20, June 3 & 10 – 1:00 to 1:30 p.m.

Wednesday, May 31 – 4:30 to 5:00 p.m.

Ages 5 –12

May 20 - Yarn Art: Create Yarn Art Paintings. Design your own canvas while exploring geometric style painting.

May 31 - Cute Baby Chicks: Tis the season for baby chicks! Using popsicle sticks, paper, and paint, create your own little chick to take home.

June 3 - Nature Crown: Connect with nature and be creative by making your own unique crown using selected pieces of nature.

June 10 - Styrofoam Bowl Turtles: Create your own little turtle! Using a styrofoam bowl for a shell, colourful card stock legs and fun googly eyes.

SATURDAY KIDS’ CLUB

Saturdays, May 27 & June 24 – 1:00 to 1:30 p.m.

Ages 3 +

May – Hippos: Read “Hippo Goes Bananas!” by Marjorie Dennis Murray and create a paper hippo.

June – Robots: Read “If You’re a Robot & You Know It” by David A. Carter, then learn the basics of coding, as we create “code” that will have us performing as robots.

EXPLORE WITH CODING – LEVEL 1

Thursday, June 22 – 4:30 to 5:00 p.m.

Ages 8 – 15

This program will focus on using robotics to explore the world of circuits and coding. The program will incorporate elements of S.T.E.A.M. (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics).

Teens TEEN DIY

Wednesdays, May 10 & June 14 – 4:30 to 5:00 p.m.

Ages 12 +

May – Boho Yarn Wall Hanging: Customize with beads and jewels and create a decorative wall hanging.

June – Macrame Keychain: Macrame for beginners! Learn how to macrame by making your own handmade keychain.

Adults

ADULT DIY – VINTAGE BOOK PAPER WREATH

Saturday, May 6 – 1:00 to 2:00 p.m.

Create your own paper wreath using vintage book pages.

ADULT DIY – PIPE CLEANER AND YARN TRIVETS

Wednesday, June 21 – 4:30 to 5:00 p.m.

Create your own yarn and pipe cleaner trivet/coaster to use for hot plates and beverages at home!

Mallroad Library

Kids

LEGO CLUB

Wednesdays – 4:00 to 4:30 p.m.

Ages 6 – 12

Participate in weekly LEGO challenges:

May 3: Superheroes

May 10: Emojis

May 17: Fun at School

May 24: Tallest Structure

May 31: 2D or 3D Names

June 7: Famous Landmark

June 14: Favourite Animals

June 21: Maze

June 28: Summer Activities

AFTERSCHOOL KIDS’ CLUB

Monday, May 1, 15, June 5, 12 & 26 – 4:00 to 4:30 p.m.

Ages 6 – 12

May 1 – Origami: Origami is an ancient art form that uses folded paper to make beautiful creations. Learn how to make different animals and objects. This type of art can also help develop math skills like geometry!

May 15 – Straws and Connectors: Build a tower using straws and connectors. See how tall you can make your tower without it falling down!

June 5 – Raindrop Suncatcher: Create a glittering raindrop suncatcher using crayons, glitter and wax paper.

June 12 – Power Tiles: Explore electricity and circuitry using Power Tiles to complete small group design challenges.

June 26 – Water Bottle Flower: Create a bright flower from the recycled bottom of a water bottle.

SATURDAY KIDS’ CLUB

Saturday, May 6, 13, 27, June 3 & 24 – 2:00 to 2:30 p.m.

Ages 6 – 10

May 6 – Butterflies: Learn how to use a coffee filter to create a beautiful butterfly. Pick your colours and design your pattern!

May 13 – Toadstools: Who lives under your toadstool? Create the perfect toadstool for your garden using plastic cups and plates.

May 27 – Memory Game: Learn how to make a fun memory game using cardboard and stickers!

June 3 – Jellyfish Salt Painting: Listen to stories about jellyfish and then design your very own jellyfish character using salt paint.

June 17 – Yarn Art: Have fun creating a picture or crazy patterns using yarn.

June 24 – Pop Bottle Firefly: Learn interesting facts as we read a firefly story, then create your own firefly with a recycled bottle.

KIDS’ DIY

Tuesdays – 4:00 to 4:30 p.m.

Ages 6 – 12

May 2 – Coffee Filter Flowers: Get creative making a beautiful flower from a coffee filter.

May 9 – Watercolour Butterfly Wreath: Create a butterfly wreath using water colours and butterfly silhouettes.

May 16 – Painting a Dandelion: Create a wonderful Dandelion by using a fork to paint!

May 23 – Gnomes: Create a Gnome from salt dough and have a new little friend!

May 30 – Stained Glass Kites: Create a stained glass looking kite using tissue paper. Perfect for windows and sunlight!

June 6 – Puffer Fish: Create a puffer fish with paint and a fork!

June 13 – Mixed Media Sunflower: Create a vibrant sunflower using yarn, paint and crayons.

June 20 – Nature Suncatcher: Create a wonderful suncatcher using leaves and other natural items. Perfect for your windows!

June 27 – Sunshine Summer Journal: Create a sunny journal to keep notes about your summer adventures.

PA DAY EXTRAVAGANZA– MIXED MEDIA ART

Friday, June 9 – 2:00 to 2:30 p.m.

Ages 5 – 12

Visit the library for a day of crafts. Create using your imagination and a variety of other materials, such as paint, markers, crayons, beads and buttons.

Teens

Teen Diy

Thursday, May 18, 25 & June 15 – 4:00 to 4:30 p.m.

May 18 – Kindness Rocks: Learn about the power of positive messages and take part in spreading positivity in your community by painting your own kindness rocks.

May 25 - Comic Book Canvas: Be inspired by the bright and bold artwork of comic books and use recycled comics in a decoupage art piece.

June 15 – Duct Tape Wallet: Duct tape can be multipurpose! Create a wallet out of this industrial tape. June 22 – Washer Necklace: Design complex patterns and turn it into wearable art.

Adults

Learning For Lifebeginners Genealogy Workshop

Monday , May 1 – 2:00 to 3:00 p.m.

This will be a workshop for those beginning their genealogical research. The Lambton County Archives will teach participants how to start their family tree including an overview of what we can discover using Ancestry Library Edition. Participants are encouraged to bring tablets and laptops to follow along with the instructor while learning about Ancestry Library.

Learning For Lifecanadian Mental Health Association

Monday, May 8 – 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.

Canadian Mental Health Week is May 15 - 21st. Our guest speaker from the Canadian Mental Health Association will be speaking about stress and mental health.

LEARNING FOR LIFESUMMER ACTIVITIES WITH TOURISM SARNIA-LAMBTON

Thursday, May 11 – 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.

Learn about what adventures lay in our own backyard! Travelling within the County is a great way to save on fuel while still having plenty of fun with friends and family. Swag bags will be provided by Tourism-Sarnia Lambton for the first 15 participants.

Learning For Lifepainting Without Brushes

Friday, May 19 – 2:00 to 2:30 p.m.

Learn how to use your fingers, Q-tips and string to create a wonderful piece of art.

Learning For Lifemore About Lambton Museums

Friday, May 26 – 2:00 to 2:30 p.m.

We will discuss the opportunties our local museums offer: Lambton Heritage Museum (Grand Bend), Oil Museum of Canada (Oil Springs) and Sombra Museum (Sombra). All are free to visit with a Culture Pass, from the library’s collection.

Learning For Lifesarnia Photographic Club

Tuesday, May 30 – 2:00 to 3:00 p.m.

Learn about photography. A facilitator from the Sarnia Photographic Club will be speaking to us about photography and we will have an informal conversation on the topic.

Learning For Lifemake Your Own Bbq Rubs

Friday, June 16 – 2:00 to 3:00 p.m.

Learn how to combine several herbs to make delicious rubs for your summer B.B.Q. season.

Adult Diy

Thursdays – 2:00 to 3:00 p.m.

May 4 – Flower Wreath: Create a wonderful wreath using dyed coffee filters.

May 11 – Pressed Flower Bookmark: Get a brief lesson on how to dry your own flowers before diving into creating a pressed flower bookmark using brightly coloured flowers.

May 18 – Air Clay Gnomes: Shape air-dry clay into a cute gnome to take home.

May 25 – That’s Puzzling! Canvas Art: Repurpose old puzzle pieces into a work of art!

June 1 – Paper Flower Luminaries: Create a glowing paper flower luminary to take home by cutting out flowers from napkins and gift wrap!

June 8 – Plant Swap: Gardening season is here! Kick off summer and gardening season with a plant swap. If bringing in cuttings, please plan to bring approximately 2 or 3 cuttings or propagations in a container.

June 15 – Clay Gnome Planters: Create a gnome planter using a clay pot and yarn!

June 22 – Painted Jar Light: Paint a pattern on a jar to create patterns when lit up with a tea light.

June 29 – Nature Wall Hanging: Create a wonderful wall hanging using salt dough and pieces of nature.