Find Your Portage
Portage la Prairie, MB
Portage la Prairie Regional Library Family and Children's Hub
The Portage la Prairie Regional Library is your central destination for youth programming and family support during Find Your Portage. Whether you are looking for children's recreation, early learning services, or interactive family workshops, this hub has engaging activities for kids and parents alike.
Interactive Activities
10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
Kids' Craft: Kindness Quilt
Celebrate kindness, creativity, and community by helping create our Library Kindness Quilt! Each child will decorate a paper quilt square featuring a positive quote, kind message, or colorful design. Once everyone has finished, all of the squares will be joined together to create one large community quilt that will be proudly displayed on the library wall as a reminder that every act of kindness makes a difference. This popular session is strictly limited to a maximum of 20 participants on a first-come, first-served basis—so arrive early to claim a spot!
12:00 PM - 12:30 PM
Community Presentation: Brad Burnell from the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA)
Join Brad Burnell for an informative session about the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA). Learn about the programs and services CMHA offers, discover available mental health resources, and take part in a question-and-answer session where you can ask questions and learn more about the support available in our community.
1:00 PM - 1:45 PM
Kids' Craft: Friendship Bracelets
Create a one-of-a-kind friendship bracelet using colorful beads and your imagination! Kids can design a bracelet that reflects their unique style or make one as a thoughtful gift for a friend or family member.
This popular session is strictly limited to a maximum of 20 participants on a first-come, first-served basis—so arrive early to claim a spot!
2:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Community Presentation: Barry Rudd from the FASD Portage & Area Coalition
Join Barry Rudd for an informative presentation on Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD). Learn about the work of the FASD Portage & Area Coalition, the supports and resources available in our community, and gain a better understanding of FASD through an engaging discussion. The session will conclude with a question-and-answer period, giving attendees the opportunity to ask questions and learn more.
3:00 PM - 3:45 PM
Kids' Craft: Community Helpers Puppets
Celebrate the everyday heroes in our community by creating your own paper puppet! Kids will colour, cut out, and decorate a community helper using fun craft supplies like googly eyes and other creative embellishments. Once their puppet is complete, they can use it for imaginative play and storytelling. This popular session is strictly limited to a maximum of 20 participants on a first-come, first-served basis—so arrive early to claim a spot!