Gravenhurst Public Library

06/01/2026

Shoutout to the superb duo from Therapeutic Paws of Canada, Zeke, and his human, Pam, who visit the library monthly on select Mondays. Zeke is a charming, super-soft-and snuggly Shih Tzu who connects with people by gazing deeply into their eyes. We are so happy to have Zeke as our drop-in therapy dog...oh, and Pam isn't so bad herself either! Next visit is Monday, June 8th, at 11:30am:)

05/29/2026

🕺✨ Baby Bop: Disco Boogie ✨🕺
🎟️ Drop-In Program
📅 Friday, May 29 | ⏰ 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM

Glitter, giggle, and groove with your little one at our Disco Dance Party—a special Baby Bop event filled with baby beats, dancing, and sensory-friendly fun! 💃🪩

Perfect for babies and toddlers to move, play, and shine together!

05/28/2026

Don't forget to register for our Red Cross Stay Safe Course coming up next Friday! Get ready with us to stay home on your own! Bring a lunch for this half-day event.

At Your Dock

📆 Friday, June 5th
👧 9-12+
📍GPL
🕛 10am-3pm
✅ Registration Required
Register by e-transferring $75 per kid to Noelle Griffioen at [email protected]. Please include your child's name(s), age, parent/guardian name, email address, and phone number.

05/28/2026

05/27/2026

📚 Tall Pine Tales * Tonight *

🗓 Wednesday, May 27
⏰ 6:00pm
📍 Drop-in program

We’re excited to host this inspiring evening celebrating the rich literary talent of Muskoka! Tall Pine Tales brings together established and emerging writers for a lively night of storytelling—best experienced in the authors’ own voices.

Enjoy a variety of genres, including historical fiction, poetry, humorous personal anecdotes, suspenseful short stories, and novel excerpts.

✨ Featuring Sue Kelly, Lana Guscott, Lori Knowles, Sheridan Rondeau, Patricia Stott Prince, Maggie Cowan, Frank Westcott, and Nancy Beal.
🎤 Hosted by Bev Brewer and Simon Hally
💛 Admission by donation

Come listen, connect, and be transported by the written word.

05/26/2026

📚✨ Preschool Story Time
Step into a world of imagination every Tuesday morning! Join us for songs, stories, sensory play, and fun literacy activities designed to spark curiosity and wonder in your preschooler. It’s a great way to build early literacy skills while enjoying a playful morning together.

🗓 Tuesdays
⏰ 10:30am – 11:30am
👶 Ages 18 months – 4 years (with a caregiver)
📍 Drop-in program

05/25/2026

A belated congratulations to our March Create-a-Mascot winner with her clever design of a fancy, dancing Shamrock. The Gravenhurst Public LIbrary holds monthly colouring/designing contests, scavenger hunts and reading challenges. Pop by any time to participate!

05/22/2026

👶🎶 Baby Bop

Bounce, giggle, and play at Baby Bop — a fun and cozy story time designed to support your baby’s early literacy development! Enjoy songs, stories, sensory play, and new lap bounces to share with your little one while connecting with other families in the community.

Be sure to join us for our special themed session on the last Friday of the month, featuring extra fun and surprises!

🗓 Fridays in May
⏰ 10:30am – 11:30am
👶 Ages Newborn – 2 years (with a caregiver)
📍 Drop-in program

We can’t wait to bounce, sing, and read with you! 📚✨

05/21/2026

New Program -- Common Threads
Second Wednesday of the Month | 6:30 PM - Starts June 10th
Drop-In | All Skill Levels Welcome

Bring your latest project and connect with fellow makers at Common Threads! Whether you enjoy knitting, sewing, embroidery, crochet, or any other needlework hobby, this relaxed, drop-in gathering is the perfect place to work, share ideas, and find inspiration.

Enjoy conversation, creativity, and community as you stitch alongside others who share your passion. All skill levels are welcome — from beginners looking to learn to experienced crafters happy to share tips and techniques.

Bring your own supplies and settle in for a cozy evening of creativity.