• Ask an Astrophysicist!

    Explore the universe with Nathalie! Champlain Library is excited to welcome astrophysicist and science communicator Nathalie Nguyen-Quoc Ouellette for a special event on Tuesday, October 22 at 6:00 p.m. Nathalie is the Deputy Director of the Trottier Institute for Research on Exoplanets and the Mont-Mégantic Observatory at the University of Montréal. She is also Canada’s Outreach […]

  • EarlyOn

    EarlyOn

    EarlyOn is a program designed to support both kids 0-5 and their caregivers. Kids listen to stories, sing songs and play games. Parents can talk, meet people and get free advice from an early childhood professional. EarlyOn gathers at 10:00AM Thursday Mornings at the library but optionally you can meet them an hour earlier at […]

  • Chess Club

    Chess Club

    Make Your Move! Kids ages 7 and up are invited to join us on the fourth Thursday of the month for Chess Club! Practice your strategy, learn new moves, and challenge friends in a fun, friendly environment. Please register here.

  • Astronomy Club

    Astronomy Club

    Join our Astronomy Club, which meets the last Monday of the month at the library to explore and discuss a new topic each time. Whether you’re a seasoned stargazer or just curious about the cosmos, all are welcome to join the conversation. Interested in joining? Sign up here, and a librarian will get in touch with you.

  • Storytime

    Storytime

    Join Us for Bilingual Storytime! Come enjoy a special Storytime with our Children’s Librarian, who will read books in both English and French. After the story, children can enjoy snacks and a creative craft activity. Perfect for ages 0 to 5. Space is limited, so be sure to arrive early!

  • EarlyOn

    EarlyOn

    EarlyOn is a program designed to support both kids 0-5 and their caregivers. Kids listen to stories, sing songs and play games. Parents can talk, meet people and get free advice from an early childhood professional. EarlyOn gathers at 10:00AM Thursday Mornings at the library but optionally you can meet them an hour earlier at […]

  • Halloween Craft

    Board Games

    Bonus Thursday: Halloween Craft! Kids aged 5 and up are invited to the library at 4:15pm to get in the Halloween spirit by making a Halloween themed craft. Please register here.

  • Halloween Candy

    Come show off your costume! Kids can stop by the library after 4pm for candy.

  • Storytime

    Storytime

    Join Us for Bilingual Storytime! Come enjoy a special Storytime with our Children’s Librarian, who will read books in both English and French. After the story, children can enjoy snacks and a creative craft activity. Perfect for ages 0 to 5. Space is limited, so be sure to arrive early!

  • EarlyOn

    EarlyOn

    EarlyOn is a program designed to support both kids 0-5 and their caregivers. Kids listen to stories, sing songs and play games. Parents can talk, meet people and get free advice from an early childhood professional. EarlyOn gathers at 10:00AM Thursday Mornings at the library but optionally you can meet them an hour earlier at […]

  • Board Games

    Craft Time

    Board Game Fun! Join us for a special board game session! Kids aged 5 and up can enjoy playing their favorite games and discovering new ones in a fun, friendly setting. Please register here.

  • NFB Movie Night: Metamorphosis

    Movie Night: Metamorphosis A poem for the planet. The Champlain Library and Arbor Gallery are teaming up once again for another National Film Board of Canada movie night! This time, we’ll be showing Metamorphosis, a powerful and visually stunning film by Nova Ami and Velcrow Ripper. Date: November 6, 2025 Time: Movie starts at 6:30 PM […]