Festival Schedule
It Bears Repeating: Storytime with Tanya Tagaq
Tanya Tagaq
In this bonus storytime event, author and Inuk performer Tanya Tagaq reads from her new picture book, It Bears Repeating.
Grades K - 3.
From Novel to Comic: Drawing The Baby-sitters Club with Arley Nopra
Arley Nopra
The bestselling series The Baby-sitters Clubis available as a graphic novel series! In this bonus event, artist Arley Nopra guides kids through the process she followed converting Claudia and the Bad Joke from a chapter book into a middle grade graphic novel. This event is sponsored by Scholastic Canada.
Grades 4 - 7.
On Friendship and Writing with Jen Ferguson and Cheryl Isaacs
Jen Ferguson
Cheryl Isaacs
Authors Jen Ferguson (A Constellation of Minor Bears) and Cheryl Isaacs (The Unfinished) are not just writers, they're also friends! In this bonus event, they discuss their friendship, what it's like writing alone and together, and navigating the publishing industry.
Grades 9 - 11.
Writers Are Superstars with Kern Carter
Kern Carter
Join us for an incredible writing workshop as Kern Carter (Is There a Boy Like Me?) shares the secrets to writing amazing stories. Discover how to create your own tales—from imagining fun characters to crafting thrilling plots. By the end of the workshop, you’ll have written your very own short story. Get ready to unleash your creativity and become a superstar writer! This event is sponsored by Shcolastic Canada.
Grades 6 - 8.
ASL Storytime with Gaitrie Persaud
Gaitrie Persaud
In this annual storytelling event, Deaf artist and actress Gaitrie Persaud presents the incredible children’s book Archie Celebrates an Indian Wedding by Mitali Banerjee Ruths and Parwinder Singh in American Sign Language (ASL). Suitable for children of all ages, this ASL storytelling event provides viewers with an opportunity to learn a few signs as they discover the art of storytelling. Oral translation will be provided by an ASL interpreter.
Grades K - 3.
Let's Draw! with Noha Eilouti
Noha Eilouti
In this art workshop, illustrator Noha Eilouti (We Are Palestinian) leads young artists step-by-step in the creation of an incredible work of art. Get out your paper and pencil for some drawing fun, and bring a question or two to ask Noha!
Grades 4 - 6.
The Making of a Graphic Novel with Adam de Souza
Adam de Souza
Writer and illustrator Adam de Souza shares how he took his graphic novel, The Gulf, from idea to published book in this comics based event that explores the journey of a career in comics.
Grades 8 - 11.
Storytime with Dorothy Ellen Palmer
Dorothy Ellen Palmer
Author Dorothy Ellen Palmer reads from her picture book, The Scooter Twins, which follows the journey of two siblings getting their very own mobility scooters. The reading will be followed by an activity.
Grades K - 3.
Alone Together: Exploring Loneliness in the Classroom
Petti Fong
The COVID-19 pandemic had a profound impact on loneliness and socialization. In this workshop designed for educators, Petti Fong—journalist, educator, and author (Alone Together)—explores the effects of loneliness and provides helpful tools for educators tackling this issue in the classroom. This event is sponsored by Orca Book Publishers.
Fantastical Tales in Pakistan
M.T. Khan
Emily Varga
Ameema Saeed
In this evening conversation, authors M.T. Khan (Amir and the Jinn Princess) and Emily Varga (For She is Wrath) explore two fantastical Pakistans: one existing parallel to the world of jinn and the other inspires a romantic fantasy retelling of a literary classic, The Count of Monte Cristo. They'll discuss worldbuilding, character motivations and writing for teen and middle grade audiences with moderator Ameema Saeed.
A Pet Rock Project with Ashley Qilavaq-Savard
Ashley Qilavaq-Savard
Author Ashley Qilavaq-Savard shows kids how to make a pet rock of their own in this storybook event based on her latest picture book, I Am a Rock. Participants are recommended to have the following materials to follow along: a rock, googly eyes, glue, beads, pipe cleaners and pom poms. Paint is optional!
Grades K - 3.
Roll for Initiative! Storytelling Through Role-playing with Victoria Koops
Victoria Koops
In this teen event, author Victoria Koops (Who We Are in Real Life) leads teens through a writing workshop inspired by tabletop role-playing games like Dungeons and Dragons. Come prepared with a pen and paper, and your imagination!
Grades 9 - 11
How to Bake a Yummy Story
Shenaaz G. Nanji
Did you know that storytelling and baking have a lot in common? They both rely on a careful recipe of ingredients to create a delicious treat. In this storytelling workshop, author Shenaaz G. Nanji (Alina in the Deep) unpacks important tips on baking an incredible story.
Grades 4 - 6.
The Illustrator Battle
Noha Eilouti
Ardo Omer
Chelsea Charles
Kevin Sylvester
Marty Chan
Our highly anticipated, annual illustrator event returns with a new crop of artists who will battle it out from their own drawing tables. This not-to-be missed interactive virtual event includes hilarious challenges featuring Canadian illustrators Noha Eilouti, Kevin Sylvester and our Illustrator-in-Residence Chelsea Charles. Join host Ardo Omer and special guest Marty Chan for this not-to-be-missed showcase of artistic talent. This event is sponsored by Penguin Random House Canada.
Grades 5 - 8.
Talking to Students About Disability
Dorothy Ellen Palmer
In this workshop designed for educators, disabled author and retired teacher Dorothy Ellen Palmer (The Scooter Twins) provides meaningful tools for discussing disabilities with students and how to teach books featuring disabled characters.
Reimagining Anne: Celebrating 150 years of LM Montgomery
Paul Coccia
Matthew Dawkins
Natasha Deen
Catherine Little
This year marks the 150th birthday of iconic Canadian author of Anne of Green Gables, LM Montgomery. In this evening event, authors Paul Coccia, Matthew Dawkins and Natasha Deen discuss their reimaginings of Anne Shirley in The ANNEthology with moderator Catherine Little (Anne of the Library-on-the-Hill).
The Writer's Life with Anton Treuer
Anton Treuer
Ardo Omer
The Writer's Life series focuses on the writer's journey. In this year's segment, author Anton Treuer (Where Wolves Don't Die) discusses the process behind writing his first novel and how he became a Professor of Ojibwe. From how he became a writer of fiction to being part of preserving and revitalizing an Indigenous language, students will learn there are many paths to publishing.
Grades 9 - 11.
Telling Tales with Natasha Deen
Natasha Deen
In this session, author Natasha Deen shares what she loves about writing mysteries and what inspired her to write her latest book in the Lark Ba Detective series: Lark Goes the Distance.
Grades 4 - 6.
Alone Together with Petti Fong
Petti Fong
What's the difference between being alone and being LONELY? How do you handle the feeling of loneliness, and are you alone in that experience? Using her book, Alone Together, as a guide, author and educator Petti Fong explores effective ways to navigate loneliness for kids. This event is sponsored by Orca Book Publishers.
Grades 6 - 9
A Remembrance Day Storytime with Maidah Ahmad
Maidah Ahmad
In this storytime event, author Maidah Ahmad reads from her picture book, Muhammad's Recipe for Remembering, which explores the story of a Muslim boy rediscovering his family's history in the World Wars as part of Remembrance Day. The reading will be followed by an activity from the book.
Grades K - 3.
Come Read with Me: A Storytime Pajama Party (IN-PERSON)
Come in your pajamas and bring your favourite stuffie as local celebrity readers share some of our favourite picture books at our annual read-a-loud storytelling event at Brampton Library's Gore Meadows branch.
Designed for ages 4 - 10.
Music and Movement at Gore Meadows (IN-PERSON)
Bridgeway Family Centre - EarlyON
Join us for a special, interactive music and dance event for little readers based on two picture books, written and illustrated by Indigenous authors/illustrators: Counting at Kits Beach by Oliver Moss Warawa McDonald and My Heart Fills With Happiness by Monique Gray Smith and Julie Flett. This event, designed for families with young children (birth to 6 years), develops physical coordination, social skills, and creative expression, and is presented in cooperation with BridgeWay Family Centre (EarlyON) and FOLD Kids Book Fest. This event is drop-in, pre-registration is not required. It takes place at Brampton Library's Gore Meadows branch.
Designed for ages 0 - 6.
Simone, Half and Half: Live Theatre at Chinguacousy Secondary School (IN-PERSON)
Carousel Players
Join us for a live theatre performance of Carousel Player’s Simone, Half and Half at Chinguacousy Secondary School (1370 Williams Pkwy E, Brampton, ON L6S 1V3)!
Fourteen-year-old Simone is caught between cultures: Canadian, Québécois, and Trinidadian. She’s also torn between friends and the projects they want her to take part in. Can Simone find the courage to stand up for what she believes in? Will her friends accept the choices she makes? And will she finally learn to be more comfortable with herself? Simone, Half and Half is a touching story about finding one’s place between identities and communities.
70 mins
School group event designed for Grades 6 - 8.
Teen Spoken Word Showcase (IN-PERSON)
Join us at Susan Fennell Youth Hub for our annual Teen Spoken Word Showcase for a much-anticipated night of performances. Youth ages 14+ can sign up for a spot on stage and share their poetic verses alongside incredible guest poets. Registration opens November 2.
Designed for ages 14+.
Kickoff Celebration
Kickoff FOLD Kids Book Fest’s Community Day with a family & friends celebration! Meet us at the arena-end of the Gore Meadows Community Centre for a light breakfast, meet Ace the Astronaut, and enjoy lively music before embarking on the Community Day parade. This event is sponsored by the Peel Elementary Teachers Local.
All Ages.
Community Day Parade (IN-PERSON)
March with us in our opening parade! Meet at the arena-end of the Gore Meadows Community Centre for live drumming then join the procession as we make our way to Brampton Library's Gore Meadows branch for the opening of our first Community Day event. This event is sponsored by Peel Elementary Teachers' Local.
All Ages.
Storytime Fun with FOLD Kids Authors (IN-PERSON)
Sarabeth Holden
Sahar Golshan
Mahak Jain
Rukhsana Khan
Join us for a full day of incredible storytime presentations from authors and special guests at the Brampton Library’s Gore Meadows Branch.
10:30 am | Sarabeth Holden
11:30 am | Sahar Golshan
2:00 pm |Mahak Jain
3:00 pm | Rukhsana Khan
Designed for ages 4 - 11.
Escape Brampton Library with Basil and Kevin Sylvester (IN-PERSON)
Kevin Sylvester
Basil Sylvester
Escape the library! Set in the Gore Meadows library branch, authors Basil and Kevin Sylvester have crafted an escape group experience inspired by their middle grade novel, Night of the Living Zed. The escape room will begin in the library and end in the community centre. Register in advance and arrive 10 minutes ahead of time to ensure a spot. Space is limited.
Registration opens October 25.
Designed for ages 8 - 13.
Today I Am: An Art Workshop with PAMA (IN-PERSON)
Peel Art Gallery, Museum and Archives (PAMA)
Using different artistic techniques, kids are encouraged to create artwork inspired by the book Today I Am edited by Jael Richardson at this all-day drop-in art event (11AM - 4PM ET) facilitated by Peel Art Gallery, Museum and Archives.
All Ages.
Storytime at EarlyON with Sarabeth Holden (IN-PERSON)
Sarabeth Holden
Bridgeway Family Centre - EarlyON
IIn this storytime event, join author Sarabeth Holden as she reads from her board book, Please Don't Change My Diaper! Storytime events offer the opportunity to hear stories read from local authors themselves. This event is drop-in, pre-registration is not required. It takes place at EarlyON Gore Meadows location (10100 The Gore Road, Brampton).
Designed for ages 0-6.
Adventures in Space with Ontario Science Centre (IN-PERSON)
Help an astronaut fly to space! Join experts from the Ontario Science Centre to explore the wonders of our solar system and learn all about space travel with fun science experiments and activities. Registration in advance is encouraged to ensure a seat. Walk-ins accepted.
Designed for ages 8-13.
Kids Discovery Club with FOLD Kids Book Fest (IN-PERSON)
Science + technology + engineering + art + math = STEAM! Participate in fun STEAM challenges every week. You'll receive codewords to enter in our online challenge for the chance to win prizes. Saturday, November 9th will be inspired by the book, The Bee Mother by Hetxw’ms Gyetxw Brett D. Huson and Natasha Donovan, as part of FOLD Kids Book Fest.
Designed for ages 6 - 12.
Brainstorm Bonanza: A Writing Workshop with Ripple Foundation (IN-PERSON)
Ripple Foundation
In this workshop designed for budding writers ages 8-14, participants will learn how to brainstorm story ideas effectively with Ripple Foundation writing instructors. Registration in advance is encouraged. Arrive 10 minutes ahead of time to ensure a seat. Walk-ins accepted if there's space.
Registration opens October 25.
Designed for Grades 4-8.
Food Art with Flo Leung (IN-PERSON)
Flo Leung
In this art-based workshop, author and food illustrator Flo Leung (The Blue Bowl) guides kids through making food inspired artwork of their own. Registration in advance is encouraged. Arrive 10 minutes ahead of time to ensure a seat. Walk-ins accepted if there's space.
Registration opens October 25.
Designed for ages 6+.
It Bears Repeating: Storytime with Tanya Tagaq
Tanya Tagaq
In this bonus storytime event, author and Inuk performer Tanya Tagaq reads from her new picture book, It Bears Repeating.
Grades K - 3.
ASL Storytime with Gaitrie Persaud
Gaitrie Persaud
In this annual storytelling event, Deaf artist and actress Gaitrie Persaud presents the incredible children’s book Archie Celebrates an Indian Wedding by Mitali Banerjee Ruths and Parwinder Singh in American Sign Language (ASL). Suitable for children of all ages, this ASL storytelling event provides viewers with an opportunity to learn a few signs as they discover the art of storytelling. Oral translation will be provided by an ASL interpreter.
Grades K - 3.
Storytime with Dorothy Ellen Palmer
Dorothy Ellen Palmer
Author Dorothy Ellen Palmer reads from her picture book, The Scooter Twins, which follows the journey of two siblings getting their very own mobility scooters. The reading will be followed by an activity.
Grades K - 3.
A Pet Rock Project with Ashley Qilavaq-Savard
Ashley Qilavaq-Savard
Author Ashley Qilavaq-Savard shows kids how to make a pet rock of their own in this storybook event based on her latest picture book, I Am a Rock. Participants are recommended to have the following materials to follow along: a rock, googly eyes, glue, beads, pipe cleaners and pom poms. Paint is optional!
Grades K - 3.
A Remembrance Day Storytime with Maidah Ahmad
Maidah Ahmad
In this storytime event, author Maidah Ahmad reads from her picture book, Muhammad's Recipe for Remembering, which explores the story of a Muslim boy rediscovering his family's history in the World Wars as part of Remembrance Day. The reading will be followed by an activity from the book.
Grades K - 3.
From Novel to Comic: Drawing The Baby-sitters Club with Arley Nopra
Arley Nopra
The bestselling series The Baby-sitters Clubis available as a graphic novel series! In this bonus event, artist Arley Nopra guides kids through the process she followed converting Claudia and the Bad Joke from a chapter book into a middle grade graphic novel. This event is sponsored by Scholastic Canada.
Grades 4 - 7.
Let's Draw! with Noha Eilouti
Noha Eilouti
In this art workshop, illustrator Noha Eilouti (We Are Palestinian) leads young artists step-by-step in the creation of an incredible work of art. Get out your paper and pencil for some drawing fun, and bring a question or two to ask Noha!
Grades 4 - 6.
How to Bake a Yummy Story
Shenaaz G. Nanji
Did you know that storytelling and baking have a lot in common? They both rely on a careful recipe of ingredients to create a delicious treat. In this storytelling workshop, author Shenaaz G. Nanji (Alina in the Deep) unpacks important tips on baking an incredible story.
Grades 4 - 6.
The Illustrator Battle
Noha Eilouti
Ardo Omer
Chelsea Charles
Kevin Sylvester
Marty Chan
Our highly anticipated, annual illustrator event returns with a new crop of artists who will battle it out from their own drawing tables. This not-to-be missed interactive virtual event includes hilarious challenges featuring Canadian illustrators Noha Eilouti, Kevin Sylvester and our Illustrator-in-Residence Chelsea Charles. Join host Ardo Omer and special guest Marty Chan for this not-to-be-missed showcase of artistic talent. This event is sponsored by Penguin Random House Canada.
Grades 5 - 8.
Telling Tales with Natasha Deen
Natasha Deen
In this session, author Natasha Deen shares what she loves about writing mysteries and what inspired her to write her latest book in the Lark Ba Detective series: Lark Goes the Distance.
Grades 4 - 6.
From Novel to Comic: Drawing The Baby-sitters Club with Arley Nopra
Arley Nopra
The bestselling series The Baby-sitters Clubis available as a graphic novel series! In this bonus event, artist Arley Nopra guides kids through the process she followed converting Claudia and the Bad Joke from a chapter book into a middle grade graphic novel. This event is sponsored by Scholastic Canada.
Grades 4 - 7.
Writers Are Superstars with Kern Carter
Kern Carter
Join us for an incredible writing workshop as Kern Carter (Is There a Boy Like Me?) shares the secrets to writing amazing stories. Discover how to create your own tales—from imagining fun characters to crafting thrilling plots. By the end of the workshop, you’ll have written your very own short story. Get ready to unleash your creativity and become a superstar writer! This event is sponsored by Shcolastic Canada.
Grades 6 - 8.
The Making of a Graphic Novel with Adam de Souza
Adam de Souza
Writer and illustrator Adam de Souza shares how he took his graphic novel, The Gulf, from idea to published book in this comics based event that explores the journey of a career in comics.
Grades 8 - 11.
The Illustrator Battle
Noha Eilouti
Ardo Omer
Chelsea Charles
Kevin Sylvester
Marty Chan
Our highly anticipated, annual illustrator event returns with a new crop of artists who will battle it out from their own drawing tables. This not-to-be missed interactive virtual event includes hilarious challenges featuring Canadian illustrators Noha Eilouti, Kevin Sylvester and our Illustrator-in-Residence Chelsea Charles. Join host Ardo Omer and special guest Marty Chan for this not-to-be-missed showcase of artistic talent. This event is sponsored by Penguin Random House Canada.
Grades 5 - 8
Alone Together with Petti Fong
Petti Fong
What's the difference between being alone and being LONELY? How do you handle the feeling of loneliness, and are you alone in that experience? Using her book, Alone Together, as a guide, author and educator Petti Fong explores effective ways to navigate loneliness for kids. This event is sponsored by Orca Book Publishers.
Grades 6 - 9
On Friendship and Writing with Jen Ferguson and Cheryl Isaacs
Jen Ferguson
Cheryl Isaacs
Authors Jen Ferguson (A Constellation of Minor Bears) and Cheryl Isaacs (The Unfinished) are not just writers, they're also friends! In this bonus event, they discuss their friendship, what it's like writing alone and together, and navigating the publishing industry.
Grades 9 - 11.
The Making of a Graphic Novel with Adam de Souza
Adam de Souza
Writer and illustrator Adam de Souza shares how he took his graphic novel, The Gulf, from idea to published book in this comics based event that explores the journey of a career in comics.
Grades 8 - 11
Roll for Initiative! Storytelling Through Role-playing with Victoria Koops
Victoria Koops
In this teen event, author Victoria Koops (Who We Are in Real Life) leads teens through a writing workshop inspired by tabletop role-playing games like Dungeons and Dragons. Come prepared with a pen and paper, and your imagination!
Grades 9 - 11
The Writer's Life with Anton Treuer
Anton Treuer
Ardo Omer
The Writer's Life series focuses on the writer's journey. In this year's segment, author Anton Treuer (Where Wolves Don't Die) discusses the process behind writing his first novel and how he became a Professor of Ojibwe. From how he became a writer of fiction to being part of preserving and revitalizing an Indigenous language, students will learn there are many paths to publishing.
Grades 9 - 11.
Alone Together with Petti Fong
Petti Fong
What's the difference between being alone and being LONELY? How do you handle the feeling of loneliness, and are you alone in that experience? Using her book, Alone Together, as a guide, author and educator Petti Fong explores effective ways to navigate loneliness for kids. This event is sponsored by Orca Book Publishers.
Grades 6 - 9
Alone Together: Exploring Loneliness in the Classroom
Petti Fong
The COVID-19 pandemic had a profound impact on loneliness and socialization. In this workshop designed for educators, Petti Fong—journalist, educator, and author (Alone Together)—explores the effects of loneliness and provides helpful tools for educators tackling this issue in the classroom. This event is sponsored by Orca Book Publishers.
Fantastical Tales in Pakistan
M.T. Khan
Emily Varga
Ameema Saeed
In this evening conversation, authors M.T. Khan (Amir and the Jinn Princess) and Emily Varga (For She is Wrath) explore two fantastical Pakistans: one existing parallel to the world of jinn and the other inspires a romantic fantasy retelling of a literary classic, The Count of Monte Cristo. They'll discuss worldbuilding, character motivations and writing for teen and middle grade audiences with moderator Ameema Saeed.
Talking to Students About Disability
Dorothy Ellen Palmer
In this workshop designed for educators, disabled author and retired teacher Dorothy Ellen Palmer (The Scooter Twins) provides meaningful tools for discussing disabilities with students and how to teach books featuring disabled characters.
Reimagining Anne: Celebrating 150 years of LM Montgomery
Paul Coccia
Matthew Dawkins
Natasha Deen
Catherine Little
This year marks the 150th birthday of iconic Canadian author of Anne of Green Gables, LM Montgomery. In this evening event, authors Paul Coccia, Matthew Dawkins and Natasha Deen discuss their reimaginings of Anne Shirley in The ANNEthology with moderator Catherine Little (Anne of the Library-on-the-Hill).
Come Read with Me: A Storytime Pajama Party (IN-PERSON)
Come in your pajamas and bring your favourite stuffie as local celebrity readers share some of our favourite picture books at our annual read-a-loud storytelling event at Brampton Library's Gore Meadows branch.
Designed for ages 4 - 10.
Music and Movement at Gore Meadows (IN-PERSON)
Bridgeway Family Centre - EarlyON
Join us for a special, interactive music and dance event for little readers based on two picture books, written and illustrated by Indigenous authors/illustrators: Counting at Kits Beach by Oliver Moss Warawa McDonald and My Heart Fills With Happiness by Monique Gray Smith and Julie Flett. This event, designed for families with young children (birth to 6 years), develops physical coordination, social skills, and creative expression, and is presented in cooperation with BridgeWay Family Centre (EarlyON) and FOLD Kids Book Fest. This event is drop-in, pre-registration is not required. It takes place at Brampton Library's Gore Meadows branch.
Designed for ages 0 - 6.
Simone, Half and Half: Live Theatre at Chinguacousy Secondary School (IN-PERSON)
Carousel Players
Join us for a live theatre performance of Carousel Player’s Simone, Half and Half at Chinguacousy Secondary School (1370 Williams Pkwy E, Brampton, ON L6S 1V3)!
Fourteen-year-old Simone is caught between cultures: Canadian, Québécois, and Trinidadian. She’s also torn between friends and the projects they want her to take part in. Can Simone find the courage to stand up for what she believes in? Will her friends accept the choices she makes? And will she finally learn to be more comfortable with herself? Simone, Half and Half is a touching story about finding one’s place between identities and communities.
70 mins
School group event designed for Grades 6 - 8.
Teen Spoken Word Showcase (IN-PERSON)
Join us at Susan Fennell Youth Hub for our annual Teen Spoken Word Showcase for a much-anticipated night of performances. Youth ages 14+ can sign up for a spot on stage and share their poetic verses alongside incredible guest poets. Registration opens November 2.
Designed for ages 14+.
Kickoff Celebration
Kickoff FOLD Kids Book Fest’s Community Day with a family & friends celebration! Meet us at the arena-end of the Gore Meadows Community Centre for a light breakfast, meet Ace the Astronaut, and enjoy lively music before embarking on the Community Day parade. This event is sponsored by the Peel Elementary Teachers Local.
All Ages.
Community Day Parade (IN-PERSON)
March with us in our opening parade! Meet at the arena-end of the Gore Meadows Community Centre for live drumming then join the procession as we make our way to Brampton Library's Gore Meadows branch for the opening of our first Community Day event. This event is sponsored by Peel Elementary Teachers' Local.
All Ages.
Storytime Fun with FOLD Kids Authors (IN-PERSON)
Sarabeth Holden
Sahar Golshan
Mahak Jain
Rukhsana Khan
Join us for a full day of incredible storytime presentations from authors and special guests at the Brampton Library’s Gore Meadows Branch.
10:30 am | Sarabeth Holden
11:30 am | Sahar Golshan
2:00 pm |Mahak Jain
3:00 pm | Rukhsana Khan
Designed for ages 4 - 11.
Escape Brampton Library with Basil and Kevin Sylvester (IN-PERSON)
Kevin Sylvester
Basil Sylvester
Escape the library! Set in the Gore Meadows library branch, authors Basil and Kevin Sylvester have crafted an escape group experience inspired by their middle grade novel, Night of the Living Zed. The escape room will begin in the library and end in the community centre. Register in advance and arrive 10 minutes ahead of time to ensure a spot. Space is limited.
Registration opens October 25.
Designed for ages 8 - 13.
Today I Am: An Art Workshop with PAMA (IN-PERSON)
Peel Art Gallery, Museum and Archives (PAMA)
Using different artistic techniques, kids are encouraged to create artwork inspired by the book Today I Am edited by Jael Richardson at this all-day drop-in art event (11AM - 4PM ET) facilitated by Peel Art Gallery, Museum and Archives.
All Ages.
Storytime at EarlyON with Sarabeth Holden (IN-PERSON)
Sarabeth Holden
Bridgeway Family Centre - EarlyON
IIn this storytime event, join author Sarabeth Holden as she reads from her board book, Please Don't Change My Diaper! Storytime events offer the opportunity to hear stories read from local authors themselves. This event is drop-in, pre-registration is not required. It takes place at EarlyON Gore Meadows location (10100 The Gore Road, Brampton).
Designed for ages 0-6.
Adventures in Space with Ontario Science Centre (IN-PERSON)
Help an astronaut fly to space! Join experts from the Ontario Science Centre to explore the wonders of our solar system and learn all about space travel with fun science experiments and activities. Registration in advance is encouraged to ensure a seat. Walk-ins accepted.
Designed for ages 8-13.
Kids Discovery Club with FOLD Kids Book Fest (IN-PERSON)
Science + technology + engineering + art + math = STEAM! Participate in fun STEAM challenges every week. You'll receive codewords to enter in our online challenge for the chance to win prizes. Saturday, November 9th will be inspired by the book, The Bee Mother by Hetxw’ms Gyetxw Brett D. Huson and Natasha Donovan, as part of FOLD Kids Book Fest.
Designed for ages 6 - 12.
Brainstorm Bonanza: A Writing Workshop with Ripple Foundation (IN-PERSON)
Ripple Foundation
In this workshop designed for budding writers ages 8-14, participants will learn how to brainstorm story ideas effectively with Ripple Foundation writing instructors. Registration in advance is encouraged. Arrive 10 minutes ahead of time to ensure a seat. Walk-ins accepted if there's space.
Registration opens October 25.
Designed for Grades 4-8.
Food Art with Flo Leung (IN-PERSON)
Flo Leung
In this art-based workshop, author and food illustrator Flo Leung (The Blue Bowl) guides kids through making food inspired artwork of their own. Registration in advance is encouraged. Arrive 10 minutes ahead of time to ensure a seat. Walk-ins accepted if there's space.
Registration opens October 25.
Designed for ages 6+.