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Climate Change Impacts on Affordability and Health
2026-04-25 13:30:00 2026-04-25 14:30:00 America/New_York Climate Change Impacts on Affordability and Health Learn how climate change impacts affordability and health including increased food costs, housing, floods, unpredictable heat and wildfire smoke. Join us for a presentation and Q&A. Bracebridge Library - Castle Peak Retirement Residence Multipurpose Room

Saturday, April 25
1:30pm - 2:30pm

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Bracebridge Library

Castle Peak Retirement Residence Multipurpose Room

Learn how climate change impacts affordability and health including increased food costs, housing, floods, unpredictable heat and wildfire smoke. Join us for a presentation and Q&A.

Learn about how climate change impacts affordability including an increase in food costs and housing and health-related issues from unpredictable heat and wildfire smoke. Join Lauren Saville, a community climate initiatives coordinator for a presentation and Q&A.

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We're open 9:00AM to 8:00PM

We're closed Monday September 07 due to The Bracebridge Library will be closed for Labour Day.
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(The Bracebridge Library will be closed for Labour Day.)
Tue, Sep 08 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Sep 09 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Sep 10 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Sep 11 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Sep 12 9:00AM to 4:00PM
Sun, Sep 13 12:00PM to 4:00PM
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About the Library

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!

If you want to see which programs you are registered for, you can do that on our website.

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Whether you are registering for a program or booking a room, you need a valid Bracebridge Library card. You can renew your existing card or apply for a new one online or in person.

Upcoming Events

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Autumn Acorns Preschool Club (Ages 3-5)
Thu, Sep 10, 10:30am - 11:00am
Bracebridge Library - Little Friends Story Room,Santa's Village Children's Craft Room
Fall into fun with the Autumn Acorns Preschool Club! Leave the rustling leaves outside while you listen to an engaging story, then get creative with a hands on craft.
The Muskoka Breastfeeding Support Group - Support Group
Thu, Sep 10, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Bracebridge Library - Little Friends Story Room
Breastfeeding? Have questions or need support? Looking to connect with other parents? Join our free Breastfeeding Support Group for parents across Muskoka.
Becoming an Effective Care Partner - for someone living with dementia
Thu, Sep 10, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Bracebridge Library - Castle Peak Retirement Residence Multipurpose Room
Join Tom Johnston, owner of TrustWell Senior Care, for an informative talk and Q&A. Learn practical skills to simplify your day-to-day. Feel confident in the dementia care you offer your loved ones.
Character and Author Spotlight Series (J.K. to Gr. 3)
Thu, Sep 10, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Bracebridge Library - Little Friends Story Room,Santa's Village Children's Craft Room
A new story adventure every week! Get to know a different character or author through a fun read-aloud, then bring their world to life with a hands-on craft.
Children's 3D Design Club - Grades 4 - 8
Thu, Sep 10, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Bracebridge Library - Conklin Construction Media Lab
Join us once a month to explore the world of 3D design in the Media Lab across from the Makerspace. Share ideas and create your own models - all you need is your library card!
Clay Creations- (Grades 2-5)
Thu, Sep 10, 4:45pm - 5:30pm
Bracebridge Library - Lyle and Margaret Cathcart Board Room
Join us at the library for some clay creations! This is the opportunity to enjoy playing with polymer clay and creating the things you love most!
Bookish Crafts (Grades 3-6)
Thu, Sep 10, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Bracebridge Library - Santa's Village Children's Craft Room
Cozy bookish crafts!
Registration is now closed
Adult and Teen 3D Design Club - 14+
Thu, Sep 10, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Bracebridge Library - Conklin Construction Media Lab
Explore 3D design every month in the Media Lab across from the Makerspace. Connect with others, share ideas, and create your own models - all you need is your library card!
Finger Loop Braiding
Thu, Sep 10, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Bracebridge Library - Castle Peak Retirement Residence Multipurpose Room
Make a bracelet using the practical and beautiful art of finger loop braiding. A technique of lace making believed to date back to prehistoric times.
Summer Reading Challenge - Travel & Adventure
Fri, Sep 11, 9:00am - 10:00am
Bracebridge Library
Adventure awaits with the Summer Reading Challenge. The theme is Adventure & Travel. By train, by plane, by ferry, or foot - it's time to feed your dreams of wanderlust by reading 8 books in 88 days.
Ancestry 101
Fri, Sep 11, 10:00am - 11:30am
Bracebridge Library - Conklin Construction Media Lab
Learn how to use Ancestry Library and Heritage Quest, online genealogy resources available with your library card. Learn how to maximize your search results and properly interpret the information.
Stories and Movement (Ages 18-36 Months)
Fri, Sep 11, 10:30am - 11:00am
Bracebridge Library - Little Friends Story Room
Stories and Movement is a lively toddler program featuring short stories and fun songs that get little ones dancing, moving, and enjoying books together.
Library Players Bi-Weekly Song Circle - Musical fun for all ages: unplugged folk and country jam
Fri, Sep 11, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Bracebridge Library - Castle Peak Retirement Residence Multipurpose Room
Bring an acoustic instrument, a shaker, or just your voice to play and sing along with classic folk and country songs.
Finger Loop Braiding
Fri, Sep 11, 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Bracebridge Library
Make a bracelet using the practical and beautiful art of finger loop braiding. A technique of lace making believed to date back to prehistoric times.
Beginner Sewing: Pencil Cases - All Ages 12+
Fri, Sep 11, 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Bracebridge Library - MacKay Family Makerspace
Sew your own zippered pencil case! Learn sewing machine basics, work with fabric, and install a zipper while creating a practical project. No experience needed!
This event is full
Beginner Sewing: Pencil Cases - All Ages 12+
Fri, Sep 11, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Bracebridge Library - MacKay Family Makerspace
Sew your own zippered pencil case! Learn sewing machine basics, work with fabric, and install a zipper while creating a practical project. No experience needed!
This event is full
Crafts at Hogwarts (Grades 4-8)
Fri, Sep 11, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Bracebridge Library - Santa's Village Children's Craft Room
Make Harry Potter inspired crafts with your fantastical imagination! Whether you belong to the house of Gryffindor, Slytherin, Hufflepuff or Ravenclaw, we celebrate the world of Hogwarts together!
Writing Spooky Stories (Grades 7-12) - Inspiration and motivation to pen your own twisted tale
Fri, Sep 11, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Bracebridge Library - Lyle and Margaret Cathcart Board Room
Meet up with fellow young writers and get inspired to write your own spooky story. (Option to come back and record your story in October)
Stuffy Storytime (Ages 3-10) DROP IN!
Sat, Sep 12, 10:00am - 10:30am
Bracebridge Library - Little Friends Story Room
Enjoy a lazy Saturday a.m. story time with your stuffy! Pajamas welcome too! With stories, songs, and a cereal snack to get your weekend started! (Stuffies not mandatory if they prefer to stay home)
Author Carol Marie Newall
Sat, Sep 12, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Bracebridge Library - Castle Peak Retirement Residence Multipurpose Room
Join Carol Marie Newall for a presentation about her book Outside the Gate: the true story of a British Home Child in Canada. This captivating true story is about a troubling time in Canadian history.
Little Songbirds (12-36 months)
Mon, Sep 14, 10:00am - 10:45am
Bracebridge Library - Little Friends Story Room
Sing and play with Miss Addie!
Little Explorers Club Preschool STEM (Ages 3-5)
Mon, Sep 14, 10:30am - 11:00am
Bracebridge Library - Santa's Village Children's Craft Room
Simple STEM activities for preschoolers.
Therapeutic Paws
Mon, Sep 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Bracebridge Library
Therapeutic Paws of Canada will offer Paws with Love to Share on the first Monday of each month. Enjoy a special pet visitation and enhance your wellness with a human/animal connection.
Dip into Calligraphy - Beginner Blackletter
Mon, Sep 14, 1:30pm - 2:45pm
Bracebridge Library
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
Design Your Own Stationery
Mon, Sep 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Bracebridge Library
Beautify your to-do list and a personal flair to cards, envelopes and notepads by designing your own stationery!
Library Lego Club (Grades 1-5) DROP IN!
Mon, Sep 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Bracebridge Library - Santa's Village Children's Craft Room
Join in for some creative Lego play!
Bouncing Babies (Ages 0-18 months)
Tue, Sep 15, 9:30am - 10:30am
Bracebridge Library
Explore sensory experiences perfect for baby while connecting with other parents. Enjoy toys, books, music, baby ball pit, and more!
Bracebridge Library Board Meeting
Tue, Sep 15, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Bracebridge Library - Lyle and Margaret Cathcart Board Room
Regular meeting of the Bracebridge Library Board in the Lyle & Margaret Cathcart Boardroom, also webcast live online.
Little Homeschoolers (3-5 years) - Preschool
Tue, Sep 15, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Bracebridge Library - Santa's Village Children's Craft Room
Welcome to a fun-filled program for little homeschoolers who love stories, creativity, and learning! Join us as we read exciting books, discover new ideas, and make awesome crafts together!
Youth Crew (Grades 9-12) DROP IN - Volunteer Program
Tue, Sep 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Bracebridge Library - Lyle and Margaret Cathcart Board Room
Join the Youth Crew at the library and get the VOLUNTEER HOURS you need in a welcoming and dynamic environment. There is a strong focus on craft prep for upcoming events and programs. Snacks provided!
Graphic Novel Club (Grades 4-8)
Tue, Sep 15, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Bracebridge Library - Santa's Village Children's Craft Room
Enjoy a relaxed, welcoming environment where young artists will learn how to create their own graphic novel!
Sketch Club!
Tue, Sep 15, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Bracebridge Library - Castle Peak Retirement Residence Multipurpose Room
Draw with us every other Tuesday! Freely experiment, capture the world around you and draw silly pictures that make you happy. All levels welcome, no skill required! Supplies and snacks provided!
Parachute Club - Toddler/Preschool: 18 mo – 4 yrs
Wed, Sep 16, 10:30am - 11:00am
Bracebridge Library - Castle Peak Retirement Residence Multipurpose Room
Get ready to parachute into fun! Enjoy a story, songs, and parachute games! The parachute is ready to go, are you?!
Homeschool Club: Author Spotlight (Grade 1 to 8)
Wed, Sep 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Bracebridge Library - Castle Peak Retirement Residence Multipurpose Room
Experience the individuals behind the stories. Enjoy a read aloud and craft/activity inspired by the author themselves, one of their characters, or one of their books in general.
Paint Your Plushy- (Grades 2-6)
Wed, Sep 16, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Bracebridge Library - Castle Peak Retirement Residence Multipurpose Room
Bring your favorite plushy or toy to the library and paint their portrait on a mini canvas! Come for a program where you can explore your artistic side and spend time with your cuddly companion!
STEM Explorers Club (Grades 1-6)
Wed, Sep 16, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Bracebridge Library - Santa's Village Children's Craft Room
Hands-on STEM fun for curious minds!
Enjoying Your Next Chapter - Connecting retirees with hobbies, local clubs, and community
Wed, Sep 16, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Bracebridge Library - Castle Peak Retirement Residence Multipurpose Room
Discover new interests, hobbies, connect with others, and explore opportunities to enjoy retirement in your community.
Autumn Acorns Preschool Club (Ages 3-5)
Thu, Sep 17, 10:30am - 11:00am
Bracebridge Library - Little Friends Story Room,Santa's Village Children's Craft Room
Fall into fun with the Autumn Acorns Preschool Club! Leave the rustling leaves outside while you listen to an engaging story, then get creative with a hands on craft.
The Muskoka Breastfeeding Support Group - Support Group
Thu, Sep 17, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Bracebridge Library - Little Friends Story Room
Breastfeeding? Have questions or need support? Looking to connect with other parents? Join our free Breastfeeding Support Group for parents across Muskoka.
Beginner Sewing: Journalling Bookmark - Ages 8+
Thu, Sep 17, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Bracebridge Library - MacKay Family Makerspace
Want to learn how to sew? Join us to make a handy elastic bookmark with 2 fabric pockets for your pens! Perfect for journals, planners, and binders. Bring your notebook so we can measure the elastic.
Character and Author Spotlight Series (J.K. to Gr. 3)
Thu, Sep 17, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Bracebridge Library - Little Friends Story Room,Santa's Village Children's Craft Room
A new story adventure every week! Get to know a different character or author through a fun read-aloud, then bring their world to life with a hands-on craft.
Clay Creations- (Grades 2-5)
Thu, Sep 17, 4:45pm - 5:30pm
Bracebridge Library - Lyle and Margaret Cathcart Board Room
Join us at the library for some clay creations! This is the opportunity to enjoy playing with polymer clay and creating the things you love most!
Bookish Crafts (Grades 3-6)
Thu, Sep 17, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Bracebridge Library - Santa's Village Children's Craft Room
Cozy bookish crafts!
Beginner Sewing: Journalling Bookmark - Ages 8+
Thu, Sep 17, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Bracebridge Library - MacKay Family Makerspace
Want to learn how to sew? Join us to make a handy elastic bookmark with 2 fabric pockets for your pens! Perfect for journals, planners, and binders. Bring your notebook so we can measure the elastic.
Library Players Bi-Weekly Song Circle - Musical fun for all ages: unplugged folk and country jam
Fri, Sep 18, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Bracebridge Library - Castle Peak Retirement Residence Multipurpose Room
Bring an acoustic instrument, a shaker, or just your voice to play and sing along with classic folk and country songs.
Stories and Movement (Ages 18-36 Months)
Fri, Sep 18, 10:30am - 11:00am
Bracebridge Library - Little Friends Story Room
Stories and Movement is a lively toddler program featuring short stories and fun songs that get little ones dancing, moving, and enjoying books together.
Felt a Friend - Needle Felting
Fri, Sep 18, 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Bracebridge Library
Learn to conjure a whimsical creature out of tufts of wool and a needle.
This event is full
Writing Spooky Stories (Grades 7-12) - Inspiration and motivation to pen your own twisted tale
Fri, Sep 18, 3:45pm - 4:45pm
Bracebridge Library - Lyle and Margaret Cathcart Board Room
Meet up with fellow young writers and get inspired to write your own spooky story. (Option to come back and record your story in October)
Crafts at Hogwarts (Grades 4-8)
Fri, Sep 18, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Bracebridge Library - Santa's Village Children's Craft Room
Make Harry Potter inspired crafts with your fantastical imagination! Whether you belong to the house of Gryffindor, Slytherin, Hufflepuff or Ravenclaw, we celebrate the world of Hogwarts together!
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