What’s going on at the library? We have plenty of programs for children, teens, and adults!
Children’s Programs
Babytime!
Babytime is perfect activity for little ones aged 0-12 months and a caregiver or parent. While babytime is great for providing fun skills for babies, it’s really for parents. Join us to meet new people have have fun while doing it! Get to know the person next to you—it’s a fun way to get out of the house and expand your world in the busy reality of parenting. Our current Babytime session begins November 4 and runs through December 17 on Tuesdays at 1:30pm. We’re looking forward to seeing everyone for the last 6-week session of the year!
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Toddler Time!
If you haven’t been to Toddler Time, then you’re in for some fun! Join us for a morning session open to children aged 1-3. No registration is required for this fun program of activities, songs, books and much more to keep your toddler moving and learning. We are running one last 6-week session for 2025, then taking a quick break over the holidays and we’ll start again in early 2026. Join us on on tuesdays from Nov 4th – Dec 17th at 10:30am!
Find out more about toddler time!
Storytime!
Join us for Storytime on Wesnesdays! We sing songs, read great books and practice lots of early literacy skills in a fun manner. Our current Storytime session is running from September 10th – December 17th! We are also running several special storytimes including: October 29 (Dress in a Halloween costume!), November 26 (“Movember” – Wear your silliest moustache), December 17 (It’s a PJ Party! Wear your coziest jammies or cozy sweater). No registration is required for this fun program.
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Intergenerational Storytime
Intergeneration storytime is paused until Spring 2026. Join us in spring 2026 for a smaller version of storytime in a quiet environment that really makes a difference in the lives of the residents. No registration required–just arrive a few minutes early and be prepared to have fun.
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French language storytime
The Carleton Place Public Library is proud to partner with Conseil des écoles catholiques du Centre-Est to offer a monthly French language storytime program! No registration is required–just come to the library on one of the Saturday mornings listed in our calendar and enjoy a fun hour of stories and songs in French. French Language Storytime returns on Saturday, November 15th at 10:30am & Saturday, December 6th at 10:30am!
Click here to find out more about french language storytime!
Reading Dragons & Friends
We are launching our first ever Reading Dragons program at the Carleton Place Public Library! Join us to help promote reading for kids of all ages and build your own collection of mythical creature cards! See below for more information on how Reading Dragons works, and how to start collecting!
Reading Dragons Club
Are you between the ages of 7 and 12, and want to have some fun at the library? Then join us once a month for our new Reading Dragon Club! We’ll be playing some games, chatting about books, and making friends in the Barbra Walsh Room at the library! No registraton required – Click the link below to find out more!
Book Dragons Junior Book Club
Book Dragons Book Club is now full for the 2025-2026 season. If you have any questions, or if your child is interested in joining Book Dragons, please reach out to Julia at jhawkins@carletonplace.ca
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Summer Literacy Tutoring
We are looking forward to planning our 2026 Summer Literacy Tutoring program! For more details (inlcuding how to get your child a tutor for the coming year) please see the more info button below! For more information, feel free to reach out to Heidi at hsinnett@carletonplace.ca.
Click here to find out more about Summer Tutoring!Teen Programs
Teen Volunteering!
Teens, we are still looking for a few student volunteers for the school year! Click the button below for more info.
Queer Sphere!
Join us once a month for Queer Sphere – a fun and creative space where everyone can be their true selves. For a list of our upcoming meetings, and what we’ll be doing at them, see the more info button below!
Click here to find out more about Queer Sphere!Adult Programs
Adult Book Club
See the “more info” button below to see a full list of all the books we will be reading until May 2026, along with their specific meeting dates!
Click here to find out more about our adult bookclub!
Cookbook Book Club
We are so excited to invite you to join us to our monthly Cookbook Book Club! This isn’t your typical book club. Each month, we pick a theme, try out recipes, and bring our delicious creations to share at our meeting. See the button below for our monthly themes! New members are always welcome, so come hungry and ready to cook up something amazing!
Click here to find out more about cookbook book club!
Silent Art Night
Join us on the fourth Tuesday of each month for Silent Art Night! Come with your art supplies or use our provided basic drawing materials to create something creative. No registration required – newcomers are always welcome! If you have any questions, please contact Julia at jhawkins@carletonplace.ca
Flow & Stroll Club
Join us on the second Tuesday of each month for Flow & Stroll Club! Join us at 6 PM each month for an hour long walk down the rail trail with good company; taking some time to care for your body, foster healthy habits, and chat! No registration required – newcomers are always welcome! If you have any questions, please contact Julia at jhawkins@carletonplace.ca
Silver Linings Society
Retied and ready to connect? Join the Silver Linings Society and meet with us monthly before the library opens. Share coffee, tea and snacks and some light themed fun. No registration required–newcomers always welcome. For more information, please contact Julia at jhawkins@carletonplace.ca
Family Pride Connect
Do you have someone in your life navigating an identity journey and are looking for support? Starting January 8th, The Carleton Place Public Library will be hosting a monthly support group for families in the 2SLGBTQIA+ community to meet and connect with others in similar situations. See the button below to find out more!
Click here to find out more about Family Pride Connect!
Alzheimer’s Society Caregiver Support Group
These bi-weekly meetings for caregivers are offered to any person caring for a loved one living with dementia. Join a representative from the Alzheimer’s Society of Lanark Leeds and Grenville to learn about coping strategies and to meet others in similar situations. Drop-ins are welcome, but connecting with the Alzheimer’s Society beforehand is appreciated. See the more info button for contact information!
Click here to find out more about the Alzheimer’s society caregiver support group!
Friday ESL Classes
We’re so pleased to partner with Lanark and Renfrew Immigrant Settlement Services to offer Free English as a Second Language sessions every Friday morning at the library at 10:30am. No registration needed, just drop in for a very relaxed and welcoming group. Click the button below for more info!
Android Mobile Training Course
We’re so pleased to partner with the Adult Learning and Training Center Lanark to offer an 8-week session that will help Android phone users learn how to navigate their phones successfully! This program is open to new users as well as those that might just need a bit of help. Click the button below for more info!
Halifax Explosion Author Visit with Michael Dupuis
“Neda’s Creation” Artist and Author Visit with Neda Laketic Soc
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Upcoming Events
- Wednesday, December 10
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Storytime
Wednesday, December 10 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Carleton Place Public Library, 101 Beckwith St, Carleton Place, ON K7C 2T3, CanadaJoin us for a fun weekly program of stories, songs, and more. This is the perfect session for parents/caregivers and 2-5 year olds. We learn early literacy skills and how to listen in a bigger group. It's a lot of fun--and there are bubbles!
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Queer Sphere
Wednesday, December 10 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Carleton Place Public Library, 101 Beckwith St, Carleton Place, ON K7C 2T3, CanadaThis is a great and encouraging environment for teens 12-16. We'll plan a craft, but feel free to bring along something you're working on.No registration is required--plan on meeting new people in a safe and inclusive environment.
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- Friday, December 12
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ESL with Lanark & Renfrew Immigrant Settlement Services
Friday, December 12 10:30 am - 12:00 pm
Carleton Place Public Library, 101 Beckwith St, Carleton Place, ON K7C 2T3, CanadaJoin us as we partner with the Lanark and Renfrew Immigrant Settlement Services who will be offering a monthly ESL class at the library open to all who would like to attend.
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- Saturday, December 13
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Neda's Creation Author visit
Saturday, December 13 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Carleton Place Public Library, 101 Beckwith St, Carleton Place, ON K7C 2T3, Canada“Rooted in the rich artistic traditions of the Balkans and now based in Ottawa, Neda Laketic is a multidisciplinary artist whose work spans sculpture, painting, and contemporary multimedia forms. Drawing on her former Yugoslavian heritage, her art reflects a deep engagement with both cultural history and modern expression.
Neda’s vibrant career includes participation in numerous group exhibitions, from Artcite’s Summer Art Fest in Ontario to art residencies and showcases in Serbia and Portugal. Her art and creative journey have been profiled in media outlets such as Windsor Life Magazine, RTV Serbia, and the Windsor Star. Now retired from professional life and dedicated fully to her art, she embraces time with her two children, tending her flourishing garden, traveling the globe for inspiration, and enjoying the quiet company of her cats.
Join Neda Laketic Soc on Saturday, December 13, 2025 at 2pm where she'll be discussing her fine art book, "Neda's Creation" and talking about her vibrant art career.
She'll have signed…
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- Tuesday, December 16
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Toddlers
Tuesday, December 16 10:30 am - 11:30 am
Carleton Place Public Library, 101 Beckwith St, Carleton Place, ON K7C 2T3, CanadaJoin us for this fun 6 week session for children aged 1-3. We sing songs, read fun stories and learn early literacy skills. No registration required---just drop in for a morning of fun with Andy!
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Babytime
Tuesday, December 16 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm
Carleton Place Public Library, 101 Beckwith St, Carleton Place, ON K7C 2T3, CanadaJoin us for a fun session for moms and babies. We welcome parents with a baby aged 0 - 12 months for a fun session filled with early literacy skills, songs, activities and more.
This is a great session to meet new people in the community and get out of the house---and your baby will have fun, too!
Sessions have a maximum of 15 adults and babies as we need space to spread out. Plan on coming early to secure your spot, and if you happen to arrive late, we have some fun take-home kits for those who might not be able to attend that week.
No registration is required, but every week is different---we'll do our best to fit in as many people as possible.
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Book Dragons Book Club
Tuesday, December 16 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
This is a fun book club for kids in Grades 5-8 that helps our readers learn to read critically and enjoy books more fully.
Sorry--this book club is now full for the 2025-2026 season. Please see our website for more information about upcoming registrations.
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- Wednesday, December 17
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Storytime
Wednesday, December 17 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Carleton Place Public Library, 101 Beckwith St, Carleton Place, ON K7C 2T3, CanadaJoin us for a fun weekly program of stories, songs, and more. This is the perfect session for parents/caregivers and 2-5 year olds. We learn early literacy skills and how to listen in a bigger group. It's a lot of fun--and there are bubbles!
No registration required.
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- Thursday, December 18
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Family Christmas Grinch Bingo
Thursday, December 18 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Carleton Place Public Library, 101 Beckwith St, Carleton Place, ON K7C 2T3, CanadaJoin us for a fun evening of Christmas Grinch Bingo, perfect for the whole family! No registration required--just come for fun and prizes! We'll start promptly at 6pm so don't be late.
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- Tuesday, December 23
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Silent Art Night
Tuesday, December 23 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Join us for Silent Art Night, a monthly gathering where creativity flourishes in companionable silence with soothing music and light refreshments.
Come with your art supplies or use our provided basic drawing materials to create, keep, or donate your artwork to local organizations, fostering community and creativity in harmony.
No Registration Required!
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- Monday, December 29
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Alzheimer's Society Caregiver Support groups
Monday, December 29 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm
The Carleton Place Public Library is proud to partner with the Alzheimer's Society of Lanark, Leeds and Grenville to offer a Caregiver Support group. These monthly meetings for caregivers are offered to any person caring for a loved one living with dementia. Join a representative from the Alzheimer's Society of Lanark Leeds and Grenville for opportunities to develop a social network, coping strategies and to meet others in similar situations.
Drop-ins are welcome, but connecting with the Alzheimer's Society beforehand is appreciated. Interested participants can contact the Alzheimer Society of Lanark Leeds and Grenville at 866-576-8556 or e-mail Geralynne Smith at Gsmith@alzllg.ca.
Meetings held in the library's Barbara Walsh Room on the second and last Monday of each month, from 1:30pm to 3:30pm.
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