Try yoga from the comfort of a chair with Certified Hatha Yoga Instructor, Melanie Rimkay. The cost is $24 cash for four in-library classes. This new session begins on Tuesday, December 2nd at 10:30 a.m. and runs every Tuesday until December 31st. (Please note: There is no class on December 24th.) This class is ideal fo ...

Attention Homeschool families! Drop by the Family Program Room on Dec. 10 from 1:30 – 3:00 p.m. for Homeschool Hangout, a welcoming space for homeschoolers to connect, learn, and explore together! Each session features a variety of hands-on activities, engaging projects, and play to encourage creativity and curiosity. Whet ...

Tudhope-McIntyre Boardroom

All 2024 hearings will be virtual using zoom and recorded for City record keeping purposes

Join us for stories, songs, tickles, and bounces, in this 5-week baby and caregiver program. Each program will end with a baby play time and caregiver social. This program is best for babies from birth until walking. This program runs every Wednesday from November 20 -December 18 in the Family Program Room. There are ...

Join us for stories, songs, tickles, and bounces, in this 5-week baby and caregiver program. Each program will end with a baby play time and caregiver social. This program is best for babies from birth until walking. This program runs every Wednesday from November 20 -December 18 in the Family Program Room. There are ...

Join our English Conversation Circle to have fun and practice speaking English, connect with your community and share your settlement experience. THis free program is run by the Welcome Centre Immigrant Services Mobile Unit every Wednesday from 4:30-6 p.m. in the Library's Program Room. Please contact the Welcome Centre ...

GC Teen OUTreach is a monthly drop-in group for youth ages 12-19 who are looking for a supportive space to explore their identity and build community. Each month will feature a new activity to do together while chatting about life and getting to know one another. Light snacks and drinks will be provided. Registration ...

Tudhope-McIntyre Boardroom, Orillia City Centre

Join our welcoming French Conversation Circle to practice your French speaking skills. Everyone is welcome. We will be meeting in the Program Room on the first floor of the Library. For more information or to register, please contact La Cle at 705-549-3116 or email formation@lacle.ca

Caregivers, share a love of learning with your busy toddlers ages walking to 36 months in this 5-week program full of stories, rhymes, wiggles, crafts, and play. This registered program runs every Thursday from November 21 - December 19 from 10:30-11:30 a.m. in the Family Program Room. An up-to-date library membership is re ...

Prepare for your winter break with a cozy take-home Teen Winter Wonderland Bag! Each bag contains 2 wintry YA reads, treats, crafts, and other heart-warming goodies. Available for pick up at the Check-Out Desk, starting at noon (12 p.m.) on December 12th, while supplies last! Must have a current library card. For te ...

Get in the festive spirit and join us for Merry Makers! We will be making gifts, seasonal decor, and enjoying hot chocolate; for teens ages 13-18. Drop-in to the Makerspace on the Second Floor from 6-7 p.m. on Thursday, December 12. (Supplies are first come, first serve.) Free! No registration is required.

Bring your ukulele to the Library for a fun jam! Hosted by the Sunshine Ukulele Network (S.U.N.). All skill levels welcome; no registration required.

Join us for a Super Storytime that’s perfect for families with young children! Drop in for enchanting stories, fun songs, and creative crafts that will spark your child's love for reading. No registration is required—just bring your little ones and let the storytelling adventure begin! This drop-in program runs every ...

The Barra MacNeils - An East Coast Christmas is a musical potpourri of traditional MacNeil family favourites gleaned from Christmas ceilidhs, midnight masses and the general festive frolic that accompanies each holiday season. With their captivating vocals, distinctive harmonies and extraordinary musicianship, The Barra Mac ...

Come visit our Family Department for an EXTRA SPECIAL Saturday! Children and their families are invited to get into the spirit of giving by creating handmade gifts and keepsakes for the holidays. Don’t miss this chance to create memories and treasures that will last a lifetime! Drop-in between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. Registra ...

Come visit our Family Department for an EXTRA SPECIAL Saturday! Every week, enjoy a fresh selection of self-guided activities tailored and created by our enthusiastic Children’s staff just for you! Drop-in between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. Registration is not required. EXTRA SPECIAL Saturday Special: Holidays From the Heart!

Join us in the Family Department for a fun art project that all skill levels will enjoy! Let your creativity flow with different materials and inspiration each week; available for drop-in on Sundays 1-3:30 p.m. or Mondays 4:30-7 p.m. (Closed Sunday, December 29)

Join the Orillia Silver Band for our annual Christmas Concert, Sleighbells and Brass. There will be lots of great music of the season and our annual Juke Box sing-along so bring your Christmas spirit to the Orillia Opera House! Adults $25 Seniors $20 Youth 18 & Under $15 Buy now.

Make your own one of a kind melted snowman ornament ball and give your tree a little sparkle this year! Register now and pick up your free Take and Make Craft Kit at the Check Out Desk beginning Monday, December 16. (Must have a valid library card to register.) For ages 18+.

Join VON Canada SMART (Seniors Maintaining Active Roles Together) for an exercise class for seniors 55+. SMART's gentle exercises are for those that want to improve their strength, balance and flexibility regardless of their current physical ability. For more information and to register, call the Orillia SMART team at 7 ...

Join us in the Family Department for a fun art project that all skill levels will enjoy! Let your creativity flow with different materials and inspiration each week; available for drop-in on Sundays 1-3:30 p.m. or Mondays 4:30-7 p.m. (Closed Sunday, December 29)

Try yoga from the comfort of a chair with Certified Hatha Yoga Instructor, Melanie Rimkay. The cost is $24 cash for four in-library classes. This new session begins on Tuesday, December 2nd at 10:30 a.m. and runs every Tuesday until December 31st. (Please note: There is no class on December 24th.) This class is ideal fo ...

Join Lee and share what you're reading and gather suggestions from other readers during this relaxed hour of bookish conversation. *Book Chatter is currently FULL. Please email us at info@orilliapubliclibrary.ca or call 705-325-2556 to join the waitlist.