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Local Author Talk with Julia Tilson
2025-07-16 18:00:00 2025-07-16 19:00:00 America/New_York Local Author Talk with Julia Tilson Author Julia Tilson will speak about her self-published young adult book Coincident and her story in the Chicken Soup for the Teenage Soul 25th anniversary edition. Books available to purchase. Bracebridge Library - Castle Peak Retirement Residence Multipurpose Room

Wednesday, July 16
6:00pm - 7:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-07-16 18:00:00 2025-07-16 19:00:00 America/New_York Local Author Talk with Julia Tilson Author Julia Tilson will speak about her self-published young adult book Coincident and her story in the Chicken Soup for the Teenage Soul 25th anniversary edition. Books available to purchase. Bracebridge Library - Castle Peak Retirement Residence Multipurpose Room

Bracebridge Library

Castle Peak Retirement Residence Multipurpose Room

Author Julia Tilson will speak about her self-published young adult book Coincident and her story in the Chicken Soup for the Teenage Soul 25th anniversary edition. Books available to purchase.

Author Julia Tilson will speak about her self-published young adult book Coincident and her story in the Chicken Soup for the Teenage Soul 25th Anniversary Edition. Julia will share her writing process and her journey to self-publishing. Talk will include excerpts and Q & A. Books available to purchase.

AGE GROUP: | Teens | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Teen Program | Adult Programs |

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The Bracebridge Library is located within the Muskoka Lumber Community Centre at 34 Salmon Avenue. It is a state-of-the-art facility featuring a makerspace, recording studio, study rooms, meeting rooms, and much more for you to explore!

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Upcoming Events

Bouncing Babies Drop-in (Ages 0 - 18 months) - Infants: Ages 0 - 18 months
Tue, Jul 15, 9:30am - 10:30am
Bracebridge Library - Little Friends Story Room
Explore sensory experiences perfect for baby while connecting with other parents. Enjoy our baby ball-pit, toys, books, music, and more! Join our circle at 10:20 for group songs and lap bounces.
Ancestry 101
Tue, Jul 15, 10:00am - 11:00am
Bracebridge Library - Conklin Construction Media Lab
Learn how to use Ancestry Library Edition, an online genealogy resource, accessible with your Bracebridge Library card.
Bug Scouts in the Garden (Ages 4 - 7) - Children Ages 4 - 7
Tue, Jul 15, 10:30am - 11:15am
Bracebridge Library - Santa's Village Children's Craft Room
Get your hands dirty and your curiosity buzzing! Dig into gardening and bugs with crafts, games, and garden care. No green thumb needed - just bring your sense of wonder! Indoor/outdoor program.
Magic the Gathering for Tweens/Teens - Tween/Teen: Ages 10-17
Tue, Jul 15, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Bracebridge Library - Lyle and Margaret Cathcart Board Room
Delve into the world of Magic: The Gathering! Learn the game’s fundamentals, explore its strategic depth , build your own decks, and engage in friendly games. For beginners and experienced players.
Stunning Scrapbooking - Bring your own photos!
Tue, Jul 15, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Bracebridge Library - Castle Peak Retirement Residence Multipurpose Room
Showcase your favourite photos on a scrapbooking layout using collage techniques. From babies to birthdays, vacations to weddings, give new life to your cherished memories and images. BYO photos.
Folklore and Nature Creations (Ages 6 - 10) - Children ages 6 - 10
Tue, Jul 15, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Bracebridge Library - Little Friends Story Room,Santa's Village Children's Craft Room
Discover mythical creatures through stories and folklore, then create nature inspired crafts to bring their magic to life.
This event is full
Flying Canada Goose Mobile - Woodworking and Painting Program
Tue, Jul 15, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Bracebridge Library - MacKay Family Makerspace
Lasercut, sand, assemble, and paint a balanced bird mobile. This 4 session program will take you through woodworking and painting techniques to create a Canada Goose mobile with flapping wings.
Registration is now closed
Sketchers On The Loose - In Rotary Centennial Gardens
Tue, Jul 15, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Rotary Centennial Gardens
Bring your trusty sketchbook & favourite art supplies, enjoy the fresh air with friends and sketch the scenery at Rotary Centennial Gardens.
Story Voyage (Ages 3 - 9) - Children ages 3 - 9
Wed, Jul 16, 11:00am - 11:45am
Bracebridge Library - Little Friends Story Room
Set sail on a story voyage through longer books full of rich stories. Stay focused with sensory toys, and small snacks, while enjoying a storytelling journey.
This event is full
Magic the Gathering for Tweens/Teens - Tween/Teen: Ages 10-17
Wed, Jul 16, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Bracebridge Library - Lyle and Margaret Cathcart Board Room
Delve into the world of Magic: The Gathering! Learn the game’s fundamentals, explore its strategic depth , build your own decks, and engage in friendly games. For beginners and experienced players.
Laser Cut Cozy Cabins
Wed, Jul 16, 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Bracebridge Library - MacKay Family Makerspace
Create your own cozy cabin! Use laser-cut wooden pieces to build and decorate a charming Nordic-inspired miniature house. All supplies provided.
This event is full
Crafternoon: Fire-Breathing Fun! (Ages 6-10) - Create A Dragon & A Dragon Egg! (Ages 6-10)
Wed, Jul 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Bracebridge Library - Santa's Village Children's Craft Room
Bring your favourite dragon legend to life! In this magical Crafternoon program, sculpt a legendary dragon and a radiant dragon egg, and bring this ancient creature out of the pages!
This event is full
Local Author Talk with Julia Tilson
Wed, Jul 16, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Bracebridge Library - Castle Peak Retirement Residence Multipurpose Room
Author Julia Tilson will speak about her self-published young adult book Coincident and her story in the Chicken Soup for the Teenage Soul 25th anniversary edition. Books available to purchase.
Creature Creations (18 months - 5 years) - Toddler/Preschool 18 months – 5 years
Thu, Jul 17, 10:30am - 11:00am
Bracebridge Library - Little Friends Story Room,Santa's Village Children's Craft Room
Welcome to the wonderful world of wildlife! Enjoy animal activities perfect for Toddlers and Preschoolers including stories, songs and puppets, then make a marvelous, messy creature craft each week.
This event is full
Magic the Gathering for Tweens/Teens - Tween/Teen: Ages 10-17
Thu, Jul 17, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Bracebridge Library - Lyle and Margaret Cathcart Board Room
Delve into the world of Magic: The Gathering! Learn the game’s fundamentals, explore its strategic depth , build your own decks, and engage in friendly games. For beginners and experienced players.
Stories & STEM (Ages 6 - 12)
Thu, Jul 17, 1:30pm - 2:00pm
Bracebridge Library - Little Friends Story Room,Santa's Village Children's Craft Room
Join us for fun STEM-themed books that explore science, tech, engineering, and math—plus a hands-on activity, perfect for curious minds ready to discover and learn!
Sun Catchers
Thu, Jul 17, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Bracebridge Library - Castle Peak Retirement Residence Multipurpose Room
Celebrate the summer sun with beautiful one-of-a-kind suncatchers for home or garden. Join us to create your own suncatcher using mixed media supplies including beads, glass, stone, and wire.
Ctrl + Alt + Create! (Ages 8 - 12) - Summer Code Club (Ages 8 - 12)
Thu, Jul 17, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Bracebridge Library - Conklin Construction Media Lab
Dive into coding this summer! Explore projects at your own pace using Fiero Code in a fun, creative, and supportive environment. For ages 8–12.
This event is full
Sun Catchers
Thu, Jul 17, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Bracebridge Library - Castle Peak Retirement Residence Multipurpose Room
Celebrate the summer sun with beautiful one-of-a-kind suncatchers for home or garden. Join us to create your own suncatcher using mixed media supplies including beads, glass, stone, and wire.
This event is full
Superhero Picnic! (Ages 5 - 9) - Children ages 5 - 9
Fri, Jul 18, 10:30am - 11:30am
Bracebridge Library - Castle Peak Retirement Residence Multipurpose Room
Calling all caped crusaders! Enjoy heroic books, games, and snacks at our super Superhero picnic! Craft your own comic character to save the day! Menu: mini pizza snacks, fruit punch, veggie slices
Laser Cut Cozy Cabins
Fri, Jul 18, 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Bracebridge Library - MacKay Family Makerspace
Create your own cozy cabin! Use laser-cut wooden pieces to build and decorate a charming Nordic-inspired miniature house. All supplies provided.
This event is full
Live at the Library: Muskoka Concert Band
Sat, Jul 19, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Bracebridge Library - Fireplace Area
Live at the Library: Join the Muskoka Concert Band for a free concert at the Bracebridge Library by the fireplace. Registration is not required - all are welcome!
Toddler Time Drop-in (Ages 18 - 36 months) - Toddlers: Ages 18 – 36 months
Mon, Jul 21, 9:30am - 10:30am
Bracebridge Library - Little Friends Story Room,Santa's Village Children's Craft Room
It's Toddler Time at the library! Drop-in for self-guided exploration of our Toddler-favourite activities including sensory bins, felt boards, puppets, books, toys, and more!
Dip into Calligraphy - Beginner Blackletter
Mon, Jul 21, 1:30pm - 2:45pm
Bracebridge Library - Murray D. Locke Reading Room
Ever wanted to know how to create beautiful gothic style lettering? Let's dip into it! Learn how to use a dip pen, and learn a segment of a beginner blackletter alphabet!
This event is full
Bouncing Babies Drop-in (Ages 0 - 18 months) - Infants: Ages 0 - 18 months
Tue, Jul 22, 9:30am - 10:30am
Bracebridge Library - Little Friends Story Room
Explore sensory experiences perfect for baby while connecting with other parents. Enjoy our baby ball-pit, toys, books, music, and more! Join our circle at 10:20 for group songs and lap bounces.
Ancestry 101
Tue, Jul 22, 10:00am - 11:00am
Bracebridge Library - Conklin Construction Media Lab
Learn how to use Ancestry Library Edition, an online genealogy resource, accessible with your Bracebridge Library card.
Bug Scouts in the Garden (Ages 4 - 7) - Children Ages 4 - 7
Tue, Jul 22, 10:30am - 11:15am
Bracebridge Library - Santa's Village Children's Craft Room
Get your hands dirty and your curiosity buzzing! Dig into gardening and bugs with crafts, games, and garden care. No green thumb needed - just bring your sense of wonder! Indoor/outdoor program.
This event is full
Folklore and Nature Creations (Ages 6 - 10) - Children ages 6 - 10
Tue, Jul 22, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Bracebridge Library - Little Friends Story Room,Santa's Village Children's Craft Room
Discover mythical creatures through stories and folklore, then create nature inspired crafts to bring their magic to life.
This event is full
Book Speed Dating for Teens - Teens: ages 13 - 17
Tue, Jul 22, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Bracebridge Library - Castle Peak Retirement Residence Multipurpose Room
Find your perfect match and fall in love with your next great read at Book Speed Dating! Sample a selection of the hottest books from all different genres and swipe right on your new favourites.
Flying Canada Goose Mobile - Woodworking and Painting Program
Tue, Jul 22, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Bracebridge Library - MacKay Family Makerspace
Lasercut, sand, assemble, and paint a balanced bird mobile. This 4 session program will take you through woodworking and painting techniques to create a Canada Goose mobile with flapping wings.
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