March Break 2025
Your one-stop round up of everything happening at Elgin County Library over March Break this year!
Please note that all Elgin County Library branches are closed on Wednesdays and Sundays. Check the Hours & Locations page to make sure you’re visiting when we’re open.
Teen Bookish Club @ 6:30pm Monday, March 10
Play on the Switch, enjoy some snacks and discuss books/movies/pop culture! Ages 12+
Captain Corbin Show @ 11am Tuesday, March 11
Be amazed at Captain Corbin’s Reading Treasures show in the theatre upstairs!
Springwater Storytime with Aylmer Library @ 11am Thursday, March 13
Join us at the Springwater Maple Syrup Festival as we do Family Storytime. Entrance fees for the Festival are $10 per adult and $5 per child aged 12 and under.
Artsy Craftsy: Sculpting @ 4pm Thursday, March 13
Register for this program to learn and practice the fine art of sculpting! Ages 8+
Pirate Adventure all week – March 10-14
Visit the Dutton Library over March Break for all sorts of pirate activities; obstacle course, crafts, Pirate Ship Battles, dress up and pictures, and treasure hunts!
Captain Finn & the Salty Sea Dogs @ 1pm Tuesday, March 11
Ahoy, me Hearties. Join us for some Sea Shanties & Swag with Captain Finn & the Salty Sea Dogs. Yo Ho Ho, there be lots of piratey music and fun to be had. Starts at 1pm sh-arrr-p!
Robotics @ 11am Tuesday, March 11
Come and check out some cool technology with the St. Joseph Catholic High School Robotics team.
Mike Shiell Graphic Novelist @ 11am Thursday, March 13
Join Mike Shiell, author/illustrator of the graphic novel Linty for a fun and interactive presentation. Registration is required for this program.
Dan the Music Man @ 2:30pm Friday, March 14
Join Dan the Music Man, for a musical adventure that will warm your heart, stretch your imagination, and find your funny bone. Sponsored by the Optimist Club of Port Stanley.
Set sail on a Pirate Adventure all week March 10 – March 14: Come to the Rodney Library for a Parrot Party, A Treasure Hunt and Maps Galore!
Handprint Parrots @ 4-6pm Thursday, March 13
Thursday Things presents Handprint Parrots, drop-in for this March Break edition of our program.
Movie Day @ 11am Friday, March 14
March Break Movie Day at the Rodney Library! Come watch Time Crafters: The Treasure of Pirate’s Cove!
Robotics @ 2pm Tuesday, March 11
Come and check out some cool technology with the St. Joseph Catholic High School Robotics team.
Mike Shiell Graphic Novelist @ 1pm Thursday, March 13
Join Mike Shiell, author/illustrator of the graphic novel Linty for a fun and interactive presentation. Registration is required.
Dan the Music Man @ 11am Friday, March 14
Join Dan the Music Man, for a musical adventure that will warm your heart, stretch your imagination, and find your funny bone. Sponsored by Rosy Rhubarb.
Peter Mennie Magic Show @ 10:30am Thursday, March 13
Join us at Springfield Library on Thursday for the funniest magic show you’ve ever seen!
Week – long activities Monday, March 10 to Saturday, March 15
Book Character Scavenger Hunt: Can you recognize and name some famous book characters? If you can find and name all 10 book characters hidden around the library, you will win a small prize! All ages. Drop-in. No registration required.
Take & Make Kits: Clothspin Shark: Don’t miss out on this fin-tastic project! Grab a kit from the library to craft your very own clothespin shark. Ages 6+. No registration required. While supplies last.
Welcome to Bayham Busytown!: Join us for a whimsical adventure as we transform the Port Burwell and Straffordville branches into our own version of Richard Scarry’s “Busytown”! Have fun creating buildings and vehicles all week long. All ages. Drop-in. No registration required.
STEM Building Challenges @ all day Tuesday, March 11
How are your building skills? Challenge yourself to see what kind of structures you can design with marshmallows and explore our Makedo kit to design structures with cardboard. Ages 6+. Drop-In. No registration required.
Bumbling Bert’s Family Magic Extravaganza @ 2pm Thursday, March 13
Join us for a magic show with Bumbling Bert! From jaw-dropping illusions to hilarious audience interactions, everyone will leave with their minds blown—we will wrap-up the show with a glow dance party! All ages. Registration required. Please register online or by calling the library at 519-866-3584.
Game On! Video Game Hangout @ 2pm Friday, March 14
Prepare for an epic gaming adventure on the Nintendo Switch or PlayStation! Create characters in a new tabletop RPG and enjoy classic board games with snacks. Bring your game face! Ages 6+. Drop-in. No registration required.
Activities available all week, Monday, March 10 to Saturday, March 15: Make Pirate Finger Puppets and Pirate Eye Patches, Pirate Treasure Hunt, Shark Toss, Walk the Plank if you Dare
Coffee/Tea Bag Ancient Treasure Map @ 4 to 6 Thursday March 13
Come and make your own Treasure Map! But we won’t be helping you find the treasure!
The Elgin County Museum has lots happening for March Break too!
Step into the past in the green screen booth, take your photos home for free, and make a picture frame. Or try a scavenger hunt!
Through the Lens: Photography in Elgin County
While visiting, explore the current exhibit featuring photography showcasing Elgin County through the years.
Open over March Break: Saturday, March 8; Monday, March 10 – Saturday, March 15 open 10am to 4pm
From drop-in activities happening all week long, to some big performers helping us out with some programs, there’s always something to do over March Break at your local Elgin County Library branch!