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Community Puzzle Swap!
2026-10-18 13:00:00 2026-10-18 15:00:00 America/New_York Community Puzzle Swap! Get ready for winter. Swap your puzzles out and stock up on new puzzles for cozy season. Bracebridge Library - Castle Peak Retirement Residence Multipurpose Room

Sunday, October 18
1:00pm - 3:00pm

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Bracebridge Library

Castle Peak Retirement Residence Multipurpose Room

Get ready for winter. Swap your puzzles out and stock up on new puzzles for cozy season.

Drop off up to 5 puzzles with no missing pieces to the library between Tuesday, October 13 and Saturday, October 17, to receive 1 voucher per puzzle. 

Come to the library between 1:00 - 2:00 p.m., Sunday, October 18, to redeem your vouchers for new puzzles in the Castle Peak Retirement Residence Multipurpose Room. 

Puzzles can be picked up for free for those without vouchers from 2:00 - 3:00 p.m.

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Bracebridge Library
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Closed

Mon, Oct 05 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Tue, Oct 06 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Oct 07 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Oct 08 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Oct 09 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Oct 10 Closed
(The Bracebridge Library will be closed for the Thanksgiving long weekend.)
Sun, Oct 11 Closed
(The Bracebridge Library will be closed for the Thanksgiving long weekend.)
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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.

You can book one of the library's rooms online, too!

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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Bouncing Babies (Ages 0-18 months)
Tue, Oct 13, 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, Oct 13, 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, Oct 13, 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!
Paws to Read (Grades 2 - 5) - Grades 2 - 5
Tue, Oct 13, 3:30pm - 4:00pm
Bracebridge Library - Little Friends Story Room
Practice your reading skills with Child Certified Therapy Dogs who love to hear stories from children. This is an opportunity for children who are already reading, to practice reading out loud.
This event is full
Youth Crew (Grades 9-12) DROP IN - Volunteer Program
Tue, Oct 13, 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, Oct 13, 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, Oct 13, 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: 2 – 4 yrs
Wed, Oct 14, 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?! Parents may need to support children attending this program.
Homeschool Club: Author Spotlight (Grade 1 to 8)
Wed, Oct 14, 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, Oct 14, 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, Oct 14, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Bracebridge Library - Santa's Village Children's Craft Room
Hands-on STEM fun for curious minds!
Autumn Acorns Preschool Club (Ages 3-5)
Thu, Oct 15, 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.
Beginner Sewing: Reusable Handwarmers
Thu, Oct 15, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Bracebridge Library - MacKay Family Makerspace
Sew your own reusable, microwaveable handwarmers! Learn basic sewing skills while creating two cozy pairs. Perfect for keeping your hands toasty all winter long.
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The Muskoka Breastfeeding Support Group - Support Group
Thu, Oct 15, 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.
The Muskoka Breastfeeding Support Group - Support Group
Thu, Oct 15, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Bracebridge Library
Breastfeeding? Have questions or need support? Looking to connect with other parents? Join our free Breastfeeding Support Group for parents across Muskoka.
Character and Author Spotlight Series (J.K. to Gr. 3)
Thu, Oct 15, 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, Oct 15, 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!
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Bookish Crafts (Grades 3-6)
Thu, Oct 15, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Bracebridge Library
Cozy bookish crafts!
Musical Designs
Thu, Oct 15, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Bracebridge Library - Castle Peak Retirement Residence Multipurpose Room
Come join us for a craft night where we are painting old records, tapes and CDs! No experience is required.
Beginner Sewing: Reusable Handwarmers
Thu, Oct 15, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Bracebridge Library - MacKay Family Makerspace
Sew your own reusable, microwaveable handwarmers! Learn basic sewing skills while creating two cozy pairs. Perfect for keeping your hands toasty all winter long.
This event is full
Stories and Movement (Ages 18-36 Months)
Fri, Oct 16, 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, Oct 16, 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Bracebridge Library - Castle Peak Retirement Residence Multipurpose Room
Learn to conjure a whimsical creature out of tufts of wool and a needle.
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Crafts at Hogwarts (Grades 4-8)
Fri, Oct 16, 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!
Record your Spooky Story (Grades 6-10) - Narrate a short story and create eerie sound effects
Fri, Oct 16, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Bracebridge Library - Dr. Ted Zhuo Recording Studio
Spend time in the Bracebridge Library’s recording studio, narrating and recording your own spooky story. (Check out "Writing Spooky Stories" in September.)
Stuffy Storytime (Ages 3-10) DROP IN!
Sat, Oct 17, 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)
3D Printing Open House - All Ages Welcome
Sat, Oct 17, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Bracebridge Library - MacKay Family Makerspace
Drop in to learn how 3D printing works, ask questions, see examples, and explore what you can create! All ages welcome.
Community Puzzle Swap!
Sun, Oct 18, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Bracebridge Library - Castle Peak Retirement Residence Multipurpose Room
Get ready for winter. Swap your puzzles out and stock up on new puzzles for cozy season.
Little Songbirds (12-36 months)
Mon, Oct 19, 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, Oct 19, 10:30am - 11:00am
Bracebridge Library - Santa's Village Children's Craft Room
Simple STEM activities for preschoolers.
Dip into Calligraphy - Beginner's Copperplate
Mon, Oct 19, 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Bracebridge Library - Castle Peak Retirement Residence Multipurpose Room
Would you like to know how to write in beautiful flowing script? Let's dip into it! From beginners to seasoned scribes, all are welcome.
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Library Lego Club (Grades 1-5) DROP IN!
Mon, Oct 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Bracebridge Library - Santa's Village Children's Craft Room
Join in for some creative Lego play!
Dip into Calligraphy - Beginner's Copperplate
Mon, Oct 19, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Bracebridge Library - Castle Peak Retirement Residence Multipurpose Room
Would you like to know how to write in beautiful flowing script? Let's dip into it! From beginners to seasoned scribes, all are welcome.
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