Renfrew Public Library has both a dedicated physical department for Children, as well as a ton of digital resources and suggestions for our youngest members. Check out the Teen Zone for info on programs for tweens and teens!
RPL’s regular programming for the little ones and their families will be returning in the fall! Check out the Summer Reading Club page for info about upcoming summer fun at the Library with Lainy!
Programs for Little Ones
ON PAUSE FOR THE SUMMER! SEE YOU IN THE FALL!
Mondays 9:30 – 10:30 am
Bookworm Storytime (Ages 2-3) An interactive program for children plus a parent, grandparent or caregiver. Come and join in for songs, stories, crafts and more! Registration required.
Tuesdays
10:00 – 11:00 am
Book Wigglers (Age 1) A fun program of songs, stories and discovering the library! *Registation required.
9:15 – 10:00 am
Tickles & Giggles (Newborn – 12 months) Enjoy a special outing with your baby at the library! This fun program includes tickling rhymes, songs, and stories. *Registration required.
Thursdays
9:00 – 9:30am
Storytime on Zoom (Ages 1-5) Join Susan for some interactive storytime! Begins Sept. 22nd. *Registration required.
10:00 – 11:00am
The Caregiver’s Corner Social time for 1–5-year-olds and their caregivers at the library! A weekly get together with fellow caregivers to share playtime, stories and more! *Registration required
Family Fun
Adopt a Reading Pet! Adopt a Reading Pet and read for 20 minutes each day to keep your Pet excited about books! Our Reading Pets are great story listeners! Every family should have one!
More Upcoming Fun!
Check out the Summer Reading Club page for all of our summer programs and events!
Take Home Kits
We have a variety of take home kits to enhance fun and learning at home.
Read & Play Packs (Dinosaur Pack, Music Pack, Princess Pack, Truck Pack) are available to borrow for fun with books, DVDs, toys and more!
Let’s Talk Science Kits Discover science through these take home kits! Science Kit includes science activities, how to instructions and the learning behind the science. Available monthly for ages 5 & up.
Daycare Providers: You can book a group visit to the Library by calling or emailing Susan to book a time!
Contact
For more information on the programs and services, please contact the Children’s Department at (613) 432-8151 x.610 or email Susan!
TEACHERS: Bring a class! Book a visit and we can design a theme to fit your visit!
Teachers who teach at a Renfrew school are eligible for a free membership in order to sign materials out for your classroom!
Find Kids Books
Find Kids Movies
Great Kids Websites
Education Resources
Need some help with an assignment or project? Try searching these great resources and remember to check out our Digital Research & How-To section.