It’s time to share! Participants from the writing workshops are invited to present their creations—whether short stories, descriptive scenes, or poetry—and experience what it’s like to be a FOLD Kids Book Fest author. Hosted by Sheetal Sheth. 60 mins. All Ages.
As part of FOLD Kids Book Fest, join author Sheetal Sheth (Anjali Can!) for a fun, hands-on writing workshop. Designed for kids ages 4-8, participants will create their own very short story and present it on the Storyteller Stage—just like a real author! 60 mins. Designed for ages 4-8. Registration is required. Participants should arrive […]
Poet Patrick de Belen leads tweens and teens in a spoken word writing workshop as part of FOLD Kids Book Fest, guiding them through the process of crafting a poem and sharing performance tips. The session concludes with a performance on the Storytelling Stage. Registration is required. Participants should arrive 15 minutes early to secure their spot; […]
At FOLD Kids Book Fest, budding writers ages 8–14 can take part in a creative writing workshop led by Ripple Foundation instructors. Participants will explore how descriptive details bring stories to life. Advance registration is encouraged. 60 mins. Designed for ages 8-14. Registration is required. Participants should arrive 15 minutes early to secure their spot; […]
Join author Mitali Banerjee Ruths (The Party Diaries: Lucky Mermaid Sleepover) at the Brampton Library’s Gore Meadows branch for a fun, hands-on workshop where kids create their own mini zines—tiny, DIY booklets that mix words and art. From sharing hopes for their community to celebrating things they love, participants will discover how small pages can hold big […]
Science + technology + engineering + art + math = STEAM! In this special FOLD Kids Book Fest Kids Discovery Club event at Brampton Library’s Gore Meadows branch, families can dive into fun, hands-on challenges inspired by Leigh Joseph and Natalie Schnitter’s The Land Knows Me. Explore the connections between nature, knowledge, and creativity through fun […]
Join us for a joyful storytime at the Gore Meadows EarlyON building for the littlest readers as author Karina Zhou reads from her picture book, Eddy’s Shadow Puppets, and shows off her puppets! Drop-in event, pre-registration is not required. 30 mins. Ages 0-6.
Taking place at Gore Meadows Community Centre, the Amazing Animal Show features exciting tricks, magic, special props and comedy! Attendees will get to see a range of animals from a savannah cat to a bearded dragon. The show is followed by a meet and greet with the team and animals. All Ages. 1 hour. Registration […]
Join us for a joyful storytime at the Gore Meadows EarlyON building as author Kid Haile reads Sometimes I Eat with My Hands, a playful picture book that celebrates food, culture, and the many ways kids enjoy their meals. Drop-in event, pre-registration is not required. 30 mins. Ages 0-6.
As part of FOLD Kids Book Fest, kids are invited to drop in for a hands-on art workshop inspired by The Sunshine Project by Uma Krishnaswami and Julianna Swaney. Participants will create their own suncatcher and leave with one small action they can take to support their community. This all-day drop-in event is facilitated by the Peel […]