We offer a range of programs for all ages and interests throughout the year. Below is our line-up for 2025-2026.
Tech Savvy Seniors
+ personal tech support
Register to learn all you need to know for success in our digital age. Our winter course begins February 3rd. Sessions take place on Mondays from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. You can also book a one-on-one hour session on any Thursday for personal device support. Dates: February 3, 10, 24 and March 3, 10.
Just Write
writer’s group
Every second Tuesday from 10 – 12 p.m.
This is a relaxed and encouraging group for anyone wanting to explore and develop their writing while discussing ongoing projects.
Starts again in September
LEGO Club
for all fans of LEGO
Our club starts again in the Fall
Tuesdays. 6 – 7 p.m.
Try new challenges every week, do free building, and enjoy times with old and new friends. Kids and families collaborate, build, and see how their ideas blend to make unique creations.
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Ukulele Players
Wednesdays. 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
This vibrant and fun group of music lovers fills the library with great tunes every Wednesday morning. Patrons young and old enjoy dropping in to enjoy the vibe as they browse for books. Want to learn? We have ukes to borrow! – Does not run in August.
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Cricut Makers
Wednesdays. 5:30 – 7:00 p.m.
We have Cricut machines and heat presses of all shapes and sizes plus mats, transfer tape, infusable ink and vinyl sheets. Our group of Cricut enthusiasts will help you learn if you’re new to the machines and software. A great place to swap ideas!
Conversational French
for intermediate ability
Will start again in September
Thursdays. 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Keeping language skills up takes practice. What better way to learn than in a relaxed and friendly setting like the library! We are excited to host this new group under the guidance of French instructor Nicole Tyo.
Books & Banter
topics & discussions
to fuel the mind
1 p.m. on first Thursday of each month.
Not your average book club. Podcasts, news, social issues and community are all open for discussion, not to change peoples minds but to share knowledge, perspectives and ideas in a fair and open forum.
Rise & Shine Story Time
stories, rhymes & songs
Fridays – April 1, 2025 – May 30, 2025
There is no program on April 18, 2025
Fridays. 10:30 – 11 a.m.
Join in a social outing with your little ones in a program designed to meet your needs and theirs too! Hand games, songs and simple stories are all part of what we offer to help your child get ready to read.
Mahjong for Beginners
Tuesdays and Fridays. 1 – 3 p.m.
There is a place for everyone in the game of Mahjong. All you need is a little skill, good strategy, some calculation and a handful of luck. Each year brings a new hand that guides winning tile combinations. Come join a table of four for some social fun while keeping your mind sharp and ready.
Youth Drop-In
Wednesdays 3:30 – 5:30 p.m.
For Grades 7 to 12
Gananoque Police and the YMCA will be hosting Youth Drop In at the Gananoque Public Library.
Join us from 3:30 pm – 5:30 pm, Tuesdays and Wednesdays.
TD Summer
Reading Club
We are the first place winner of the English Category Library Awards for 2023! Gananoque will be celebrating this win for the next ten years until we can apply again. The program runs in over 2,200 libraries across Canada and inspires ages 0-12+ to have fun reading all summer long wherever they go! We had a blast in 2024 and can’t wait to share what’s in store for 2025!!