Calendar

Courtice Library
Wednesday, December 10
10:30-11:30am

Orono Library
Tuesday, December 16
10:30-11:30am

Bowmanville Library
Tuesday, December 23
10:30-11:30am

All ages | Drop in

Join Mrs. Claus for a very special storytime with festive stories, songs, and lots of holiday cheer!

Newcastle Library
Tuesday, December 23
2-3pm

Bowmanville Library
Monday, December 29
10:30-11:30am

Courtice Library
Friday, January 2
2-3pm

Grades JK-6 | Drop in

Build, explore, create, and put your skills to the test! Choose a challenge, then have fun creating a masterpiece!

Santa’s making a stop at Jungle Cat World—and you’re invited!

Make merry memories at Paws & Claus, where festive traditions meet wildlife wonder.

Daytime Edition: Sunday, November 30 | 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. 
Nighttime Edition: Tuesday, December 23 | 4 p.m. – 8 p.m.

This family-friendly event includes:

• Carolling, storytelling, and visits with Santa
• Letter writing to the North Pole
• A bonfire with complimentary marshmallows
• FREE hot chocolate & apple cider
• An intimate holiday vendor market
• Live musical performances
• A food drive in support of local families in need
• Your favourite animals enjoying the winter weather

Bundle up, bring your loved ones, and celebrate the season with us! Click here to get your tickets today.

Join us at Trent University Durham! The CHAT Lab is inviting families to participate in a research study exploring how children aged 3–7 years communicate with older adults. Children will take part in fun computer games and language activities, and parents will complete a short questionnaire. As a thank-you, participants will receive a $25 gift card. Email us at chatlab@trentu.ca to sign up!

Courtice Library
Saturdays, December 13, January 31, February 28
10:30-11:15am

Orono Library
Saturday, December 27
10:30-11:15am

Bowmanville Library
Saturdays, January 3, 10, 24, February 21
10:30-11:15am

All ages | Drop in

Celebrate the magic and sparkle of winter in this cosy, snowy, woodsy storytime. 

Comedy Nuggets and Volt Raceway bring club pros on Saturday nights right to YOU out here in the ‘burbs! Kick off your weekend with an epic night of comedy!

On Saturday, December 27, at 8:30 PM, we’re bringing a must-see comedy show to Volt Raceway in Bowmanville. Anjelica Scannura headlines.

Anjelica Scannura is a 2025 Just For Laughs New Face of Stand-Up and the first Canadian woman to win the Boston Comedy Festival. She also recently won the Jersey City Comedy Festival, and has performed on iconic stages including Massey Hall and The Wilbur. Her debut comedy EP with JFL Originals can be heard on SiriusXM, and her upcoming recording with JFL Live Sessions will be released later this year. She’s also been featured on the Winnipeg Comedy Festival and CBC’s Laugh Out Loud. She’s opened for Shane Gillis, Joe List, Stavros Halkias, Rachel Feinstein, and Jay Pharoah. On screen, Anjelica has appeared in Disney’s Camp Rock, CTV’s Satisfaction, CBC’s Frankie Drake Mysteries, and Netflix’s Little Italy. Her Don’t Tell Comedy and Just For Laughs New Faces sets can be viewed online, and she recently appeared on Roast Battle Canada at JFL Montreal.

This is a live comedy show — nothing is censored, and nothing is off-limits! The comedians say what they want, and if that ruffles your feathers, well… that’s on you. If you’re easily offended, might be best to stay home and yell at your TV instead—otherwise, buckle up and enjoy the ride!

A guaranteed good night out with a date, family (subject matter often R rated) or group of friends. Comedy Nuggets is committed to providing a fun night out. If you’re looking for a good time, this is one of the best things to do this weekend in Bowmanville.

May cause uncontrollable fits of laughter.

Newcastle Library
Tuesday, December 23
2-3pm

Bowmanville Library
Monday, December 29
10:30-11:30am

Courtice Library
Friday, January 2
2-3pm

Grades JK-6 | Drop in

Build, explore, create, and put your skills to the test! Choose a challenge, then have fun creating a masterpiece!

Newcastle Library
Tuesday, December 30
10:30am-12pm

All ages | Registered -- register now!

Ring in the New Year at CLMA with music, movement, games, crafts, and more!

Courtice Library
Monday, December 22
10:30-11:30am

Bowmanville Library
Tuesday, December 30
2-3pm

All ages | Drop in

Discover a new game or play an old favourite with family and friends. Enjoy laughter, friendly competition, and quality time together as you explore a variety of board games and puzzles for all ages.