What’s happening in July at OPL
Featured programs, seasonal highlights and more at the library!
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Featured Programs
Children:
- Fire Safety Storytime | Tuesday, July 08 | 11:00am - 12:00pm | Central Branch
- Fire Safety Storytime | Wednesday, July 23 | 10:30am - 11:30am | Clearview Branch
- Fire Safety Storytime | Thursday, July 24 | 11:00am - 12:00pm | Iroquois Ridge Branch
- Family Storytime: Under the Sails | Tuesdays & Thursdays until August 28 | 10:00am - 11:00am | Bronte Heritage Waterfront Park
Teen:
- Cricut for Teens: Personalized Tumbler | Wednesday, July 09 | 2:00pm - 4:00pm | Glen Abbey Branch
- Sewing for Teens: Zipper Pouch | Tuesday, July 15 | 5:30pm - 7:30pm | Iroquois Ridge Branch
- Cricut for Teens: Personalize Your Denim | Wednesday, July 30 | 2:00pm - 4:00pm | Glen Abbey Branch
- Life Enrichment: Art for Adults | Friday, July 04 | 10:00am - 11:00am | Central Branch
- Adult Book Club | Monday, July 14 | 11:00am - 12:00pm | White Oaks Branch
- Forest Bathing | Tuesday, July 15 | 10:00am - 12:00pm | Bronte Bluffs
- MosaicMic | Thursday, July 17 | 7:00pm - 8:30pm | Iroquois Ridge Branch
- Evening in the Stacks | Friday, July 18 | 7:00pm - 8:00pm | Glen Abbey Branch
- Halton Writer's Workshop | Saturday, July 26 | 10:00am - 11:00am | Woodside Branch
- Death Café: With Holding Space Halton | Sunday, July 27 | 3:00pm - 4:30pm | Central Branch
Note: Program and event dates, times and/or locations are subject to change without notice. View the up-to-date calendar at opl.ca/programs.
Seasonal Highlights
Summer Reading Club is Here
Join the TD Summer Reading Club, Canada’s largest summer reading program for kids and teens of all interests and abilities! This year’s theme, Passport to Reading, invites you on an exciting journey filled with weekly stickers, fun prizes, and even grand prizes. Let the adventure begin and sign up at your local branch today! For more information and frequently asked questions, visit opl.ca/SummerReading.
LinkedIn Learning
Use the summer to explore new topics and strengthen your resume along the way! Choose from thousands of online courses to learn in-demand skills from real-world industry experts. Free with your library card. On-demand. Browse the online selection today.
Borrow a Lifejacket or Sports Kit this Summer
Planning to swim at a public pool or in your own backyard? Lifejackets are now available to borrow in a variety of sizes for infants, children, and youth and adults. Free with your library card. No holds. View our Lifejackets here.
Have you ever wanted to try lacrosse or tennis? Did you need some extra sports equipment for a birthday party? Free with your library card. No holds. View our Sports Kits here.
Pride Halton 2025
OPL is excited to once again participate in the Halton Pride Parade, celebrating inclusion and community on Sunday, July 20, 2:00pm in Milton. The parade features a vibrant and energetic atmosphere filled with floats, costumes, and individuals representing various organizations, community groups, and local businesses. For more information, visit pridehalton.com.
In the Community
Oakville Public Library is excited to be part of a number of community events in July. Come say hi to staff members and ambassadors at select dates for SuperPlayground, Oakville Farmers Market, Latino Festival, Bronte Lake Notes and more.
Save the date! Friends of OPL will be hosting a Pop-Up Book Sale at the Oakville Farmers Market on July 26. Prices start at $2 for 2 books. All proceeds support library programs, services and spaces. Stay tuned for more details.
White Oaks Branch Notice
White Oaks Branch remains open during the closure of McCraney Street East from July 2 – September 1, 2025. McCraney Street East will be closed from Sixth Line to east of Montclair Drive. Local access will be maintained for customers of White Oaks Branch. Infrequent/unforeseen delays may occur.
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