Presented by Angela Marchese of Blackburn Lawyers, Barristers & Solicitors.

Separation can feel overwhelming, especially when you are unsure where to begin. This seminar offers a clear introduction to your options, including mediation, separation agreements, and the court process. You’ll learn practical first steps and how to move forward with confidence.

Anonymous questions can be submitted in advance to lawqa@kinglibrary.ca, with a live Q&A at the end.

This is a free, drop-in program for adults only.

Join James Deahl for a discussion on the rich tradition of Poetry of Place in Canada. From poets like Charles Sangster to John B. Lee, Canadian writers have long explored our connection to land and identity. Drawing on his latest book, Releasing The Wisdom Of Stone, James will share insights and readings that reflect on why place remains such an urgent and enduring theme today.

This is a free program for adults only. Limited space is available, so please register in the branch or by calling.

Join us for a fun and interactive reading time with author Gwen Petreman and her book Munch Munch Crunch! Bugs for Lunch! At the end of the story, you get to make your very own creepy crawly creation.

Copies of the author's books will be available to purchase for $10.

This program is free for children ages 3-5. Please pre-register in person or by calling your local branch. 

In partnership with The Lake Simcoe South Master Gardeners. Creating a butterfly garden can be a colourful and eco-friendly way to support pollinators. Learn which plants attract the butterflies of Southern Ontario at every life stage. Design a garden that thrives with minimal upkeep and simple steps that create a welcoming habitat at home or in your community. 

This is a free program for adults. Please register in the branch or by calling.

This program has been cancelled due to low registration. 

In partnership with The Lake Simcoe South Master Gardeners. In this workshop, participants will learn what invasive plants are, how to identify them, and safe techniques for removing them from gardens and properties. This will suit homeowners, gardeners, and anyone wanting to learn about invasive plants.

This is a free program for adults. Please register in the branch or by calling.

In partnership with The Lake Simcoe South Master Gardeners. In this workshop, participants will learn what invasive plants are, how to identify them, and safe techniques for removing them from gardens and properties. This will suit homeowners, gardeners, and anyone wanting to learn about invasive plants.

This is a free program for adults. Please register in the branch or by calling.

In partnership with the Lake Simcoe South Master Gardeners. Starting plants from seed opens a world of possibilities to gardeners of all skill levels. Many vegetables, annual flowers, and even perennial plants can be started from seed using a few basic supplies and easy-to-master techniques. This can be an economical way to fill garden space and enjoy a much wider variety of plants than you could find in any nursery. Join master gardener, Debbie Coleman, as she shares her tips and tricks covering the basics of seed starting, germination, and transplanting at the right time.

In partnership with MPI, we will be offering Saturday morning Reading Salons. Starting with a Tea Ceremony and learning about Managing Interpersonal Relationships with Wisdom, Resolving Inner Emotional Afflictions and much more. 

This program is for adults. Please pre-register in person or by calling your local branch. 

Celebrate National Poetry Month with our Host, Author & Poet Dorita Peer.

Poets and Fans of all ages come together to share soaring words from bards old and new to lift the world’s spirits.

Poets ‒ bring your original work to read, max 500 words

Poetry Fans ‒ bring a reading from a favoured poet, to read or have read by a poet, max 500 words

Content and language suited to a general audience

Join us in person for a program featuring stories, songs, and action rhymes for toddlers aged 18 months to 3 years, with their parents and caregivers.

Limited space is available, so please register in the branch or by calling.