Winter 2026 Programs at Ramara Township Public Library
Winter is in full swing, and Ramara Township Public Library is excited to offer a wide range of free and affordable programs for all ages! Whether you’re a kid, teen, or adult, there’s something for everyone to enjoy this season. Register Today!
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Featured Programs
Elderberries 101
Join Sandy from A Homesteading Kind of Life to learn about elderberries and their benefits during winter months. Watch a live demo on how to make elderberry products to help keep colds and flu at bay.
Produce available to pre-order for a fee (cash only).
Tuesday, February 3 | 6:30 PM
Ramara Centre
Registration required
Black Holes with Ian Wheelband
Take a virtual trip to Cygnus X-1 as we explore black holes with Ian Wheelband. Weather permitting, participants will also have the chance to use Ian’s telescope outdoors.
Thursday, April 23 | 7:00 PM
Ramara Centre
Registration required
EPIC Summer Reading Launch Party
Kick off the summer reading program with an EPIC day of family fun, activities, and excitement for all ages.
Saturday, June 27 | 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Ramara Centre
Registration required
Children & Families
Little Adventurers (Ages 0–4)
A fun early learning program for toddlers and caregivers featuring stories, songs, and play.
Does not run on PA Days or holidays.
Fridays | 10:00 AM
Ramara Centre
Drop-in or RSVP
In partnership with Ramara Recreation
Afternoon STEAM
Hands-on STEAM activities each weekday afternoon.
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Tuesday: Art
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Wednesday: Engineering
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Thursday: Technology
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Friday: Science
1:30 PM | Ramara Centre
Registration required
PA Day Programs (Ages 5–12)
Adventures in Forensic Science
With Scientists in Schools and Rama Police
Friday, January 30 | 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
$10 | Registration required
Day of Dragons
With Scales Nature Park
Friday, April 24 | 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
$10 | Registration required
Ocean Week Canada
Special guest to be announced
Friday, June 5 | 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
$10 | Registration required
Special Storytimes
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Robot Storytime – Friday, January 2 | 10:00 AM
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Family Literacy Day – Tuesday, January 27 | 10:00 AM
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Tolkien Reading Day – Wednesday, March 25 | 4:00 PM
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Earth Day Storytime – Wednesday, April 22 | 10:30 AM
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Liza Doolittle Day Storytime – Wednesday, May 20 | 10:30 AM
Ramara Centre
Drop-in or RSVP (as noted)
Family Events
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PJ Storytime & Teddy Bear Sleepover – Friday, January 9 | 5:00 PM
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Teddy Bear Picnic – Saturday, January 10 | 10:00 AM
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Egg Hunt (Escape Room Style) – Saturday, April 4 | 11:00 AM
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National Canadian Film Day – Family Movie Night – Wednesday, April 15 | 6:00 PM
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Mother’s Day Craft – Saturday, May 9 | 10:00 AM or 2:00 PM
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Father’s Day Craft – Saturday, June 20 | 10:00 AM or 2:00 PM
Ramara Centre
Registration required
Teens
Teen Volunteer Days
Help prepare library programs and earn volunteer hours.
Tuesdays | March–June | 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM
Ramara Centre
Registration preferred
Teen Programs
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Vision Boards – Thursday, January 22 | 6:00 PM
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Anti-Valentine Card Workshop – Thursday, February 12 | 5:00 PM | Brechin Branch
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Polymer Clay Creatures – Tuesday, April 14 | 6:00 PM
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Teen Tarot – Thursday, May 21 | 4:30 PM | Brechin Branch
Registration required
Teen Study Space
Hot chocolate, colouring, fidget crafts, and quiet study space.
Saturday, January 17 & 24; Saturday, June 13 | 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Ramara Centre
Drop-in
Adults & All Ages
Genealogy Club
Explore your family history using library genealogy resources.
1st & 3rd Tuesday | January–June | 1:30 PM
Ramara Centre
Drop-in
Men’s Coffee Club
Enjoy coffee, conversation, and community.
2nd Tuesday | January–June | 10:00 AM
Ramara Centre
Drop-in (bring a toonie)
Tech Time
Get help with apps, devices, and technology questions.
2nd & 4th Tuesday | January–June | 1:30 PM
Ramara Centre
Registration required
Book Clubs
Adult Evening Book Club
Wednesdays | 7:00 PM | Ramara Centre | Registration required
Ramara Centre Daytime Book Club
Wednesdays | 1:30 PM | Ramara Centre | Registration required
Craft & Creative Programs
Adult Craft Club
Thursdays | 6:30 PM | Ramara Centre | Registration required
Needle Felting Workshop
Saturday, April 25 | 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM
$50 | Limited to 6 participants | Registration required
Learn to Crochet
Tuesdays | February 10 – March 4 | 6:30 PM
Ages 10+ | Registration required
Special Adult Programs
Includes health, gardening, nature, and learning presentations such as:
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Dementia education (Alzheimer Society of Simcoe County)
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Menopause & perimenopause session
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Gardening workshops with Simcoe County Master Gardeners
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Organizing & decluttering with KALM Solutions
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Nature & wildlife talks
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Financial and end-of-life planning
Dates vary | Ramara Centre
Registration required