TRAVEL BY COOKBOOK: CHINA & MONGOLIA September 20 at 1 p.m. Try one of our cookbooks and bring a dish to share at the Kingsville Library! Please register as space is limited. You can register at the library or online at www.essexcountylibrary.ca. *** .Essex County Library – Kingsville Branch: 40 […]
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Emergency Services Come to the Kingsville Library September 19
Emergency Services Come to the Library Friday, September 19 1 – 3 p.m. All ages welcome! We’re having a meet and greet at the Library with Kingsville Fire, EMS and OPP. ~ This is a Community Partner Program ~ Kingsville Library Branch: 40 Main Street West, Kingsville, Ontario Phone: (226) […]
September Art Display by Sandy Hernandez at Kingsville Library
Sandy Hernandez is a proud resident of Kingsville. She is a retired Realtor who has helped many families find their dream homes. Since hanging up her real estate hat she has enjoyed her days painting, sewing, and hitting the golf course. Sandy’s life is a testament to the power of passion and creativity. Sandy’s […]
Cottam Library is Moving!
We’re Moving! Please note that our Cottam branch will be closed as of Monday, September 8 as we move to our new location. We’ll reopen for business in our new space on Monday, September 15th at 10:00 a.m. Cottam Library moving to: Gosfield Communications Community Centre 124 Fox Street, Cottam […]
King Street Optometry to Speak on Seniors Eye Health in Harrow Sept. 8
EYE HEALTH FOR SENIORS at Harrow Library Monday, September 8 at 10:30 a.m. Dr. Taouil and Dr. Khatri from King Street Optometry will be joining us at the Harrow Branch to talk about eye health for seniors. Library staff will discuss accessible options for borrowing library materials. This is a […]
Device Advice in 30-Minute Sessions at Kingsville Library on Sept. 8
DEVICE ADVICE Monday, September 8, 2025 Appointments available at 12 p.m., 12:30 p.m., 1 p.m. or 1:30 p.m. Need some personalized assistance with your devices? We can help! Our knowledgeable staff is happy to lend a hand during a free half-hour one-on-one session. Register at the Kingsville library or online […]
Kingsville Library Displays Art by Sandy Hernandez in September
September Art Display by Sandy Hernandez The Essex County Library is pleased to present the art of Sandy Hernandez at our Kingsville Branch for the month of September. She is a self-taught artist whose work reflects a love of colour, texture and storytelling. Sandy focuses mostly on watercolour, but explores […]
Come out for Book Club at Kingsville Library on September 6th
BOOK CLUB at the Kingsville Branch September 6 11 a.m. – Noon Join us in our Program Room to discuss THIS MONTH’S PICK: Fish in a Tree by Lynda Mullaly Hunt *** Location: Kingsville Library Branch 40 Main Street West, Kingsville *** Website: Essex County Library Phone: (226) 946-1529 ext. 445 Facebook: Essex […]
Drop in for LEGO CLUB at Kingsville Library August 27th
LEGO CLUB at Kingsville Branch August 27 at 6 p.m. Ages: 5 – 12 Drop in for some Lego fun! *** Location: Kingsville Library Branch 40 Main Street West Kingsville, Ontario *** Website: Essex County Library Phone: (226) 946-1529 ext. 445 Facebook: Essex County Library
‘Read for Your Municipality Summer Reading Challenge’ Results Are In!
We have the current results after six weeks of reading for the summer challenge. Essex and Tecumseh are still in the lead. There’s still time for other municipalities to pick up the reading pace so don’t give up! Thanks to those who have been reading and participating in the challenge. It’s […]
Movie Matinee: ‘The Water Horse’ at Kingsville Library August 20
MOVIE MATINEE for Kids 6 and Up The Water Horse: Legend of the Deep August 20th 2-4 p.m. How do you keep a secret this big? “The most wonderful film of its kind since ET” ~ Pete Hammond Maxim Popcorn and drinks will be provided. Kingsville Library Branch: 40 Main […]
Digital Safety & Scams 101 on Saturday, August 16 at Kingsville Library
Digital Safety & Scams 101 Saturday, August 16 at 11 a.m. Register now at the Kingsville Branch or online at www.essexcountylibrary.ca today! Kingsville Library Branch: 40 Main Street West Kingsville, Ontario Phone: (226) 946-1529 ext. 445 Website: Essex County Library Facebook: Essex County Library
Virtual Reality Gaming at Kingsville Library August 11-14
META QUEST S3 VR HEADSET VIRTUAL REALITY GAMING FOR AGES 11 + Two people per one-hour session only! Please arrive 15 minutes before the session begins. August 11 9:30 a.m., 11 a.m., 12:30 p.m. August 12 9:30 a.m., 11 a.m., 12:30 p.m. August 13 3:30 p.m., 5 p.m., 6:30 p.m. […]
Kingsville Library Displays Art by Brianne Taggart in August
August Art Display by Brianne Taggart The Essex County Library is pleased to present the art of Brianne Taggart at our Kingsville Branch for the month of August. Brianne Taggart is a passionate visual artist and photographer based in Kingsville, Ontario. Working primarily with acrylic paints, she brings to life vibrant […]
Kingsville Library: Device Advice, Camping and Sewing August 5-6
DEVICE ADVICE Tuesday, August 5, 2025 Appointments available at 12:00 or 12:30 p.m. 1:00 or 1:30 p.m. Need some personalized assistance with your devices? We can help! Our knowledgeable staff is happy to lend a hand during a free half-hour one-on-one session. Register at the Kingsville library or online at www.essexcountylibrary.ca […]
Read for Your Municipality in Library Summer Reading Challenge
The results are in after 3 weeks of reading for the Essex County Library’s Read for Your Municipality Summer Reading Challenge. Essex and Tecumseh are leading the charge! We need the other municipalities to pick up the reading pace. Keep submitting the number of pages read! Amherstburg –41 377 pages […]
Painting in Miniature and Movie Matinee at Kingsville Library
Painting in Miniature For Adults and Teens Thursday, July 24 6-7 p.m. Space is limited! You must register for this event. You can call (226) 946-1529 ext. 445 or visit www.essexcountylibrary.ca *** Kingsville Library Branch: 40 Main Street West Kingsville, Ontario . . Movie Matinee For Adults July 26 2-4 […]
Drop-In Lego Adventures at Kingsville Library on July 23
FOR KIDS and THE YOUNG AT HEART Drop-In Lego Adventures Wednesday, July 23 at 4 p.m. This program is free and all supplies are provided. No need to register ahead of time. Just come on in! Kingsville Library Branch: 40 Main Street West Kingsville, Ontario Phone: (226) 946-1529 ext. 445 […]
Silicon Savvy Technology Workshop at Kingsville Library July 19th
SMARTPHONE & APPLICATIONS 101 Silicon Savvy Technology Workshop Saturday, July 19 at 11 a.m. Registration is required. Kingsville Library Branch: 40 Main Street West Kingsville, Ontario Website: Essex County Library Facebook: Essex County Library Call (226) 946-1529 ext. 445 or visit www.essexcountylibrary.ca
Dig Those Dinosaurs! at Kingsville Library July 16th
Dig Those Dinosaurs! Wednesday July 16 10 – 11 a.m. Ages: 5+ Presenter: Chris Szpak Join us to discover the world of dinosaurs. Explore fossils and learn some amazing dino facts. Handle some genuine dinosaur fossils! Space is limited, and registration is required. Call (226) 946-1529 ext. 445 or visit […]
Fun with Sphero Bolt Plus at Kingsville Library July 15th
Fun with Sphero Bolt Plus Tuesday July 15 at 11 a.m. Ages: 7 + Registration is required. Kingsville Library Branch: 40 Main Street West Kingsville, Ontario Phone: (226) 946-1529 ext. 445 Website: Essex County Library Facebook: Essex County Library
Device Advice in 30-Minute Sessions at Kingsville Library on July 7
DEVICE ADVICE Monday, July 7, 2025 Appointments available at 12:00 or 12:30 p.m. 1:00 or 1:30 p.m. Need some personalized assistance with your devices? We can help! Our knowledgeable staff is happy to lend a hand during a free half-hour one-on-one session. Register at the Kingsville library or online at […]
Silicon Savvy Technology Workshop at Kingsville Library July 5
Computer & Internet 101 Silicon Savvy Technology Workshop Saturday, July 5th at 11 a.m. Kingsville Library Branch: 40 Main Street West Kingsville, Ontario Phone: (226) 946-1529 ext. 445 Website: Essex County Library Facebook: Essex County Library You can register at the library or online at www.essexcountylibrary.ca
Kingsville Library Displays Art by Belinda Dumeah in July
July Art Display by Belinda Dumeah The Essex County Library is pleased to present the art of Belinda Dumeah at our Kingsville Branch for the month of July. Belinda Dumeah is originally from Harrow, but now resides in Kingsville. Growing up, she always had a natural gift for drawing, but it’s […]
Book Club and ‘Travel by Cookbook’ at Kingsville Library June 28
ADULT BOOK CLUB Saturday, June 28 at 11 a.m. Come out and discuss your favourite books with an enthusiastic group of fellow readers. This month’s selection: The Brilliant Life of Eudora Honeysett by Annie Lyons . . Register for these programs at the library or online at www.essexcountylibrary.ca . . […]
Pizza Planting Party a Blooming Success at Kingsville Library
Our Pizza Planting Party was a huge success this year! A Big Thank You to Our Amazing Gardening Supporters. We are so grateful for the incredible support that helped make our gardening project a blooming success. Lee & Maria’s – Thank you for generously supplying the healthy tomato, parsley, and basil […]
Kingsville Library Displays Art by Beverlee Williams in June
Beverlee Williams is a self-taught Canadian artist originally from Leamington, Ontario. With a foundational education in Architectural Drawing and Landscape Design from St. Clair College, she has further refined her artistic practice through specialized workshops in watercolour and acrylic painting at the Haliburton School of Art and Design and other […]
Pizza Planting Party: Grow Your Own Pizza with Kingsville Library
Pizza Planting Party: Grow your own pizza in a pot! Saturday, June 14 at 10 a.m. Ages: Children with adult, Families, Adults, Seniors Be prepared to get a little dirty with this hands-on project. You’ll receive a pot, potting soil, oregano, basil, parsley and tomato plants. Thank you to: Lee […]
June for Kids at Kingsville Library
FOR KIDS Book Club for Kids: Norse Mythology Thursday, June 5 at 4:30 p.m. Ages: 7 – 12 Pizza Planting Party: Grow your own pizza in a pot! Saturday, June 14 at 10 a.m. Ages: Family, Kids, Adults Lego© Club Wednesday, June 25 at 6 p.m. Ages: 5 – 12 […]
June for Adults at Kingsville Library
FOR ADULTS Sit and Sew On Mondays — June 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30 from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. ** Device Advice Monday June 2 between 12 – 2 p.m. ** Write On Drop-ins On Fridays — June 6, 13, 20 & 27 at 1 p.m. ** A […]
Kingsville’s ‘Art Contest Open House’ and ‘Travel by Cook Book’ on May 31
Annual Teen Art Contest Open House Saturday, May 31st 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. Come on out to the Kingsville Library and join us for the unveiling of the Teen Art Contest Winners. The third Annual Teen Art Contest for the Kingsville Branch will be revealed during the Open House. […]
Harrow Library Expands Collection
ATTENTION HARROW BRANCH PATRONS We are very excited to be expanding our collection at the branch. Starting Tuesday, May 27 and ending Friday, May 30 you will have partial access to the collection. You will be able to: Print/copy/scan Pick up holds Use public computers NOTE: Extended hours will be […]
May 17: Adult Book Club Meeting and Author Event with Elly Blake
Adult Book Club Saturday, May 17, 2025 at 11 a.m. Come and discuss your favourite books with an enthusiastic group of fellow readers! This month’s book: Hello Beautiful by Ann Napolitano . *** Essex County Library – Kingsville Branch: 40 Main Street West, Kingsville Phone: (226) 946-1529 ext. 445 Website: […]
May for Kids and Families at Kingsville Library
For Kids & Families Book Club for Kids: Animals May 8 at 4:30 p.m. Ages: 7-12 *** Family Puzzle Challenge! May 20 at 6:30 p.m. All ages Register a team of up to 4 members Each group will have a 100-piece puzzle Register online at www.essexcountylibrary.ca or call the library at […]
Kingsville Library Art Display by Erie Migration District School Students
May Art Display by Art Students of Erie Migration District School The Essex County Library is pleased to present the art of EMDS students at our Kingsville Branch for the month of May. Each semester we look forward to showcasing the creativity and talent of these students. We invite the […]
Adult Programs and Activities for May at Kingsville Library
FOR ADULTS * Write On Drop-ins * Friday May 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30 at 1 p.m. * Sit and Sew * Monday, May 5, 12 and 26 at 9 p.m. * Device Advice * Monday, May 5 from 12 – 2 p.m. * Crafting Hive * Wednesday, May […]
Essex County Library’s Easter Hours 2025
Easter Holiday Hours All Essex County Library branches will be closed Friday, April 18 for Good Friday and Monday, April 21 for Easter Monday. We are open on Saturday, April 19! Website: Essex County Library Phone: (519) 776-5241 Facebook: Essex County Library
Book Club and ‘Travel by Cook Book!’ at Kingsville Library April 19
ADULT PROGRAMS Adult Book Club Saturday April 19th at 11 a.m. All are welcome! Come and discuss your favorite books with an enthusiastic group of fellow readers. Register online at www.essexcountylibrary.ca or call the library at 226-946-1529 ext. 276. Image by An Nguyen from Pixabay . *** . Travel by Cook Book! Saturday […]
Kingsville Library for Kids in April
Family Storytime Tuesday April 8 – Tuesday May 13 at 9:30 a.m. Storytime is always full of lots of fun activities. We’ll have stories, rhymes, fingerplays, songs and more! Ages: 19 months to 5 years Caregiver must be present Register online at www.essexcountylibrary.ca or call the library at 226-946-1529 ext. 445. . *** […]
Kingsville Library April Art Display: Dann Becker’s Sawdust for Sanity
April Art Display: Sawdust for Sanity Calling all bird overs! Stop in and treat your eyes to some beautiful, unique handcrafted birdhouses and birdfeeders by local craftsman, Dann Becker at our Kingsville Branch for the month of April. Dann has donated one of his birdhouses for a draw being held […]
‘Great Cleanup Challenge’ Starts March 31
The Great Cleanup Challenge Keep your little corner of Essex County clean with Essex County Library and Essex Region Conservation. Starting Monday, March 31 you can: 1. Pick up a Great Cleanup Challenge kit at your local Essex County Library branch. 2. Each kit includes a tracking sheet, garbage bags […]
Adult and Children Programs at Kingsville Library
ADULT PROGRAM Travel by Cook Book! Saturday, March 22nd 1- 2:30 p.m. Learn about a different country or region and its cuisine. This month we focus on Eastern Europe. Come and learn about the cuisine from a different part of the world! Cook something wonderful and bring it in to […]
Message About Kingsville Library’s Pollinator Garden Program
IMPORTANT UPDATE! For those who participated in our Kingsville branch’s Potted Pollinator Garden program last June, we have a message from our facilitator Sue. “For people who planted our pollinator pots—Butterfly Weed & Swamp Milkweed—they are very slow to get started in the spring. Please give them time to start […]
Essex County Library Has Book Club Kits
Check out our Book Club Kits! If you’re part of a book club, did you know that we have book club kits? Each kit has up to eleven copies of the same title. You check out all the copies and then pass them out at your book club. They’re yours to […]
Essex County Library Celebrates 5 Years of Seed Library Starting March 17
Can you believe it? We’re celebrating 5 years of our Seed Library! Starting Monday, March 17 you can stop by one of our 14 branch locations and pick up free seeds. Get up to 8 packs of different seed varieties and start growing! All you’ll need is your library card! […]
Book Sale at the Kingsville Library March 10-15
Come out the Kingsville Branch of the Essex County Library and take advantage of this great sale! We not only have books, we’re also making available DVDs/Blu-Rays. And you can’t beat our prices! Monday, March 10th to Saturday, March 15th at Kingsville Library Branch: 40 Main Street West Kingsville, Ontario […]
March Break Madness at Kingsville Library
MARCH BREAK MADNESS Daytime Family Game Challenge Tuesday March 11th 1 – 4 p.m. Family friendly board games that can be played in an hour or less! All ages are welcomed. On-site games: Apples to Apples Junior, Sorry!, Guess Who?, Blokus, Yahtzee, Chutes and Ladders, Headbands, and more! Each family will be […]
Art in March at the Kingsville Library
March Art Display by Megan Simon The Essex County Library is pleased to present the art of Megan Simon at our Kingsville Branch for the month of March. We invite the public to come in to the Kingsville Library this month and enjoy Megan Simon’s artistic creations. . *** . […]
Programs and Activities at Kingsville Library This Week
CHILDREN PROGRAMS Book Club for Kids — Paper Bag Princess Thursday March 6th from 4:30-5:30 p.m. Ages 7 – 12 yrs Pick up a copy of the picture book Paper Bag Princess by Robert Munsch, and read it before the club. Then come in and tell us if you liked the […]
Essex County Library’s App Now Available: Hello ECL Mobile!
Browse the catalogue, renew checkouts, place holds, access eBooks and eAudiobooks, and discover upcoming events—all from your smartphones and tablets. With an intuitive design and user-friendly features, the app makes it easier than ever to stay connected with the library anytime, anywhere. “We’re thrilled to offer this new tool to […]
Youth Chess Club and Lego, Adult Cooking at Kingsville Library
FOR KIDS & TEENS ~ Kingsville Chess Club February 20 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. For Ages: 7+ Interested in getting out to play chess with some others of like mind? Would you like to practice your strategies and skills with some competition? Wondering if your abilities need some brushing […]
Kingsville Library Programs for Adults and Families
COMMUNITY PARTNER PROGRAMS FOR ADULTS Write On Drop-In: Fridays at 1 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Join the quiet camaraderie and group accountability of this writer’s group! Quiet writing time for projects, with the occasional opportunity to brainstorm solutions to thorny problems with manuscripts. Register online at www.essexcountylibrary.ca or call the […]
Art and Drop-in Activities at Kingsville Library
February Art Display by Anita Pistor The Essex County Library is pleased to present the art of Anita Pistor at our Kingsville Branch for the month of February. Come on out to the Kingsville Library to enjoy her collection of impressionist and realist oil paintings. Image: Anita Pastor beside her […]
First Week of February Programs and Activities at Kingsville Library
SPECIAL EVENT Teen Art Contest January 6th and runs till March 8th 2025 Open to ages 13-19 years old Winners will be displayed in the Library Teen Corner for the year. Prizes to be won!! To Enter: Please send a digital copy (picture) of your piece to kinbranch@essexcountylibrary.ca with the […]
Random Acts of Kindness Week Coming Soon to Essex County Library
JANUARY 27-FEBRUARY 12 for kids aged 12 and under The Essex County Library is partnering with the WindsorEssex Community Foundation to celebrate Random Acts of Kindness Week with a colouring contest. Scan or photograph your child’s coloured picture and email it to info@wecf.ca. Pick up a colouring sheet at any […]
Homeschool Curriculum Reading Books in Harrow and Online
New collection alert! We are very excited to announce that we have added The Good and The Beautiful homeschool curriculum reading books to our collection. These are being kept at our Harrow branch and can also be found on our website. You can place a hold on these items and […]
This Week’s Programs and Activities at Kingsville Library
FAMILY PROGRAMS Family Storytime Tuesday January 21st at 9:30 a.m. A 30 minute program for children 19 months to 5 years of age with a caregiver. Family Storytime is a program for families of parents with children from 11⁄2 (19 months) to 5 years of age to encourage a lifelong […]
TELUS Wise Workshops and Puzzle Challenge at Kingsville Library
TELUS Wise® Workshop for Parents Tuesday January 14th from 6-7 p.m. TELUS Wise® is a free digital literacy program. This workshop is designed for parents and adults to support youth in our digital world. It focuses on topics such as screen time, gaming, sexting, cyberbullying and more. Register online at […]
Drop-in Activities and Community Partners Programs at Kingsville Library
DROP-IN ACTIVITY FOR ADULTS Colouring With A Cup of Cocoa Saturday January 11th and 25th, 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Drop into the branch and join other adults for a hot beverage and a simple creative activity. We will offer this program monthly. Colouring offers tons of mental benefits. Just […]
What’s Happening This Week at Kingsville Library
JANUARY ART WALL DISPLAY The Kingsville Branch of the Essex County Library is excited to showcase the incredible talent of young artists from our local high school! Art students from Erie Migration District School have filled our art display area this month. Each semester we look forward to showcasing the […]
Kingsville Library Open House and All Libraries’ Holiday Closings
We were so very fortunate to be able to gather together again this year for our annual Open House at the Kingsville Library on Thursday, December 12th. We had activities for all ages. There was something for everyone to enjoy! Season’s greetings from all of us at the Kingsville Branch. Warmest […]
December Art Display and Activities at Kingsville Library
ART WALL DISPLAY This December, we’re excited to showcase the incredible talent of young artists from Erie Migration District School! Each year, we look forward to showcasing the creativity and talent of these budding elementary grade students. You won’t want to miss it … an annual tradition of artistic expression […]
December Adult Programs and Activities at Kingsville Library
COMMUNITY PARTNER PROGRAMS FOR ADULTS Sit & Sew Mondays from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Are you looking for a space to work on your sewing projects? Do you have your own sewing machine and would enjoy the company of other sewing enthusiasts? Join us for Sit and Sew in […]
December Family Programs and Activities at Kingsville Library
FAMILY PROGRAMS Holiday Craft Workshop Series Tuesday December 3rd from 6:15 to 7 p.m. First Project: Fun Christmas Tree Ornament Quick and easy crafting program for families. Using pipe cleaners and beads we will make a mini ornament-sized tree for a cute addition to gifts or as a decoration on […]
Used Book Sales at Cottam and Ruthven Branches December 2-14
Used Book Sales in Cottam and Ruthven! Monday, December 2nd to Saturday, December 14th during branch open hours. Open hours for Cottam: Monday — 10 a.m.-1:30 p.m. and 2 -5 p.m. Wednesday — noon-3:30 p.m. and 4-8 p.m. Saturday — 1-4 p.m. Open hours for Ruthven: Tuesday — 10 a.m.-1:30 […]
Essex County Library Offers Universal Class and Magazines
Have a Look at Our Universal Class Resource! We often promote our Universal Class resource as a professional development tool. But did you know it also has a whole section of courses for How-To/DIY? Some of the classes include candle making, party planning, mixology, pie baking, and western calligraphy. Check […]
Native Seeds Available at Essex County Library Branches
Native Seeds Available! Native flower and grass seeds are once again available at our branches. Plant them before the ground freezes over and wait until spring! Thank you to our gardening friends from Ruthven for collecting and donating these seeds to the library. Phone: (519) 776-5241 Website: Essex County Library Facebook: […]
Adult Book Club Meets at Kingsville Library on November 23
Adult Book Club Saturday November 23rd at 11 a.m. All are welcome! Come and discuss your favorite books with an enthusiastic group of fellow readers. This month’s selection: Recursion by Blake Crouch Please register online at www.essexcountylibrary.ca or call the library at 226-946-1529 ext. 445. Kingsville Library Branch: 40 Main […]
Essex County Library Offers Consumer Reports and Cognitive Care Kits
Did you know you can use your library card to access Consumer Reports online? Your library provides you with: Unlimited access to unbiased ratings and reviews for over 8,500 products and services Test scores on performance, safety and reliability Shopping advice to save you time and money Expert buying guides […]
Join Us for Arts and Crafts at the Kingsville Library
ART DISPLAY Local Quilter Sandra Walker The Essex County Library is pleased to present the art of Sandra Walker at our Kingsville Branch for the month of November. Sandra has loved handwork since she was a little girl; she learned to knit at age 6, and sew at age 10. Quilting […]
Get Your Radon Kit from Essex County Library Lending Program
November is Radon Action Month! Every home in Canada, regardless of size should be tested for radon. We can help you with that through our radon kit lending program. Visit our website or call your nearest branch to borrow a radon testing kit for your home. You can learn more about […]
All Essex County Library Branches to Be Closed for Remembrance Day
All branches of the Essex County Library will be closed for Remembrance Day on Monday, November 11 in honour of those who have served, and continue to serve our country. Phone: (519) 776-5241 Website: Essex County Library Facebook: Essex County Library Twitter: Essex County Library
Programs for Adults at Kingsville Library
For grownups only! Come out and join in on some of our adult programs this month. Interested in a Christmas season decoration creation? We’ve got it. And our monthly offerings for crafting, writing and sewing are all back, for your enjoyment. PROGRAM FOR ADULTS Elegant Pinecone Swag! Saturday November 9th […]
Programs and Activities to Kick Off November at Kingsville Library
FAMILY PROGRAMS Family Story Time: Tuesday November 5th at 9:30 a.m. Program runs from: October 22nd to November 26th Family Storytime is a program for families of parents with children from 1½ (19 months) to 5 years of age to encourage a lifelong love of reading. Join us for stories, […]
Winners of Book Character Pumpkin Contest at Kingsville Library
We had a great turnout for the Book Character Pumpkin Contest at our Kingsville branch! A huge thank you to all the families who participated—12 amazing entries and 247 ballots cast by our wonderful library visitors! 1st Place: “Rainbow Fish” by Jade 2nd Place: “Clifford the Big Red Dog” by […]
Your Library Card Accesses Learning App ‘Transparent Language’
Did you know that you can use your library card to access Transparent Language, an online language learning app? The most popular courses here at ECL are French and English, followed closely by Arabic, Spanish, Italian and German. If you’ve always wanted to dabble in another language, give this app […]
Children’s Programs This Week at Kingsville Library
Family Story Time: Tuesday October 22nd at 9:30 a.m. Program runs from October 22nd to November 26th Family Storytime is a program for families of parents with children from 19 months to 5 years of age to encourage a lifelong love of reading. Join us for stories, bounces, tickles, songs, […]
Recipes, Apple Tasting and Managing Devices at Kingsville Library
Check out the Adult Programs we have in store for you during the month of October here at the Kingsville Branch of the Essex County Library. On Saturday, we’ll take you on a journey to the Mediterranean for some exotic recipes. Then on Monday it’s time to tackle your devices […]
Kingsville Library’s October Artist Display by Junior Gardeners
Art Display: Pollinator Photography The Essex County Library is pleased to present the art of the Junior Gardeners at our Kingsville Branch for the month of October. Miklos Galata presents photos from the Junior Gardeners program, which is hosted by the Kingsville Horticultural Society. Junior Gardeners attended an awards ceremony showcasing […]
Community Partner Adult Programs at Kingsville Library
Looking for something interesting to do with like-minded adults in the Kingsville area? We’ve got you covered! Join us for our Community Partner Programs at the Kingsville Library. *** Kingsville Crafting Hive Wednesday Oct. 2nd & 18th from 5:30– 7:30 pm Crafting knows no boundaries, limits, or inhibitions … “Kingsville’s […]
Family Pumpkin Decorating Contest at Kingsville Library
Family Pumpkin Decorating Contest Get into the fall spirit by decorating a pumpkin as your favourite book character. Decorate a pumpkin or gourd as a book character and bring it into the Kingsville Branch. All contest submissions must be accompanied by an entry form and your library card. Entry forms […]
Cooking, Quilling and Puzzles for Adults at Kingsville Library
Travel by Cook Book! Saturday September 21st at 1 p.m. Learn about a different country or region and its cuisine. This month we focus on dishes from the Middle East. You select and make a recipe from a cookbook, then we all get together to share the finished products! Once […]
What’s Happening in September at the Kingsville Library
DROP-IN ACTIVITY FOR ADULTS Kingsville Crafting Hive: Sept. 4th & 18th 5:30– 7:30 pm Crafting knows no boundaries, limits or inhibitions …This is a space for everyone to share various crafting techniques. (1st & 3rd Wednesday of the month). *** DROP-IN ACTIVITY FOR TEENS Teen Art Cart at the Kingsville […]
Kingsville Library’s September Artist Display by Kinga Chowdry
Art Display by Kinga Chowdry The Essex County Library is pleased to present the art of Kinga Chowdry at our Kingsville Branch for the month of September. “I am a self-taught artist. Although I have always loved art and admired many artists and their work, my life took me on […]
Place a Hold on a Math Skills Kit at Essex County Library
Do you have a child who is a tactile learner? They could benefit from our math skills student kits! Each kit ranging from kindergarten to grade 5 includes hands-on manipulatives to help you support your child. You’ll also have access to downloadable activities to guide you in the use of these […]
Kingsville and Harrow Book Clubs for Some ‘Me Time’
Carve out some Me Time — Join one of our monthly book clubs! Kingsville and Harrow have room for new members. In Kingsville: Saturday, September 14th at 11:00a.m. September’s book is Need to Know by Karen Cleveland In Harrow: Tuesday, September 17th at 11:00a.m. This month’s book is The Rules of […]
Use Your Library Card to Access ‘Brainfuse’ and Interact Live with Tutors
For our older students — especially high school! You can use your library card to access Brainfuse, an App/website where you can interact live with tutors. You’ll find tutors in math, science, reading/writing, and social studies. All you need is: an internet connection computer or mobile device and your library […]
Get Your Birds Canada Kits from Essex County Library
This hobby is for the birds! Did you know that the Essex County Library has birdwatching kits from Birds Canada that you can check out? Place your hold on one today and enjoy a satisfying new hobby. Each kit comes in a Birds Canada backpack which includes high quality binoculars and […]
New Calendar Coming Soon to Essex County Library
BIG NEWS ANNOUNCEMENT! We’re so excited about our new program and events calendar! Lots of great features that we can’t wait to share with you. While we get ourselves ready for the big launch, we want to be sure you know about any programs or events coming this September. Stop by […]
Feeling Crafty? See What Kingsville Library Has to Offer
CRAFTING HIVE Wednesday, August 21st from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. This is a drop-in program for adults. If you love needlecrafts, we’ve got lots for you to choose from this month! . *** SIT AND SEW Every Monday from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. This is a Community Partner […]
Essex County Library Needs Its Books Back
We appreciate your attention to this very important request. Have questions? Please speak with staff at your favourite Essex County Library branch. Thank you! *** Website: Essex County Library Facebook: Essex County Library Instagram: essexcountylib Twitter: Essex County Library
Life-sized Candyland at Kingsville Library on August 20
Celebrate the end of our Summer Reading Session with a life-sized game of Candyland at the Kingsville branch Tuesday, August 20th 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Open to all ages. Small children must be accompanied by a caregiver Grab your family, a group of friends or some fun strangers and […]
Come Along on the Great Essex County Library Road Trip!
The Great Essex County Library Road Trip Here’s all you have to do! Get a map from your favourite branch. Visit all 14 Essex County Library branches to get your map stamped. Return your completed map with all 14 stamps to your home branch to earn a ballot for your […]
Harrow Library Holds ‘Book Character Search and Find’ Through August
August has started with a bang at the Harrow Library! Our Harrow Branch had a crowd looking at the Book Character Search and Find. It will be up all the month of August, so make sure to head out and get your map stamped then enjoy this fun activity. It’s […]
Kingsville Library’s August Artist Display by Doreen Poole
Art Display by Doreen Poole The Essex County Library is pleased to present the art of Doreen Poole at our Kingsville Branch for the month of August. She was born and raised in Victoria, British Columbia. She is a self-taught artist. Doreen started painting in 2004 when she retired. She […]
Summer 2024 Teen Programs at the Kingsville Library
Teen Minute to Win It July 27 at 2 p.m. Ready to take up a challenge? Why not try our various tasks and test your abilities against you friends. Let’s see who does the best! *** Teen Night – Kahoot Trivia August 15 at 6 p.m. Think you know it all […]
Movies and Art Programs for Adults at Kingsville Library
MOVIES FOR GROWN UPS FISHERMAN’S FRIENDS Thursday, July 25 at 5:45 p.m. HOPE GAP Saturday, August 10 at 1:45 p.m. BETWEEN THE RAINS Saturday, August 24 at 1:45 p.m. Image by Oleksandr Pidvalnyi from Pixabay . . KINGSVILLE SUMMER ART SERIES WATERCOLOURS Wednesday, July 24 at 6:00 p.m. COLLAGE Wednesday, […]
Family Storytime This Summer at Kingsville Library
Family Storytime for Ages up to 4 Years with Caregiver Bring your little ones out to enjoy storytime with us at the Kingsville Library this summer. Mark the dates for July and August! * Tuesday, July 16 * at 10 a.m. * Wednesday, July 31 * at 10 a.m. * […]
Summer at the Kingsville Library: Drop-in Activities for Kids
Kingsville Library’s Drop-in Kids’ Activities Drop-in Craft: Rainbow Jellyfish July 2-31 All ages Scavenger Hunt: Go for the Gold! July 2-31 All ages Drop-in Activity: Miracle of the Monarch Butterflies Tuesday, July 30 from 3-8 p.m. Wednesday, July 31 from 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. All ages Drop-in Activity: Make […]
July Drop-In Activities at Ruthven and Cottam Libraries
Summer is upon us and we want to make the most of it! Join us for some Drop-In fun this July at our Ruthven and Cottam Branches. Ruthven Branch: 1695 Elgin Street, Ruthven Phone: (226) 946-1529 ext. 221 ~ Summer Drop-Ins For Month of July ~ Collaborative Art – Beach Day […]