July 29, 2026

Town Directory Whitby Newsletter: July 29, 2026

Tuesday, July 28, 2026 · Issue #12

It's a quieter week in Whitby. There aren't as many one-off events on the calendar as usual, and Monday is Civic Holiday, so a lot of local offices and programs will be closed for the long weekend.

That doesn't mean there's nothing to do. Nearby, Bouncing Babies is on this Wednesday (and again Friday) at Oshawa Public Library's Delpark Homes Centre Branch. Saturday brings Saturday S'mores: Camping at Pickering Museum Village, and Sunday has a Puppet-Making Workshop at the same site. Closer to home, the free RONA+ Whitby piggy bank workshop and the Kids Safety Village drop-in on Tuesday are still solid picks. The full calendar is always at towndirectory.ca.

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Bouncing Babies

Wednesday, July 29 & Friday, July 31, 2026 at 10:15 AM
Oshawa Public Libraries – Delpark Homes Centre Branch, 1661 Harmony Rd N, Oshawa

A morning library program for babies and toddlers at Oshawa's Delpark Homes Centre Branch. Two chances this week (Wednesday and Friday) if you're looking for an easy outing with a little one before the long weekend.

Saturday S'mores: Camping

Paid Register

Saturday, August 1, 2026 at 6:00 PM
Pickering Museum Village, 2365 Concession Road 6, Greenwood, Pickering

A camping-themed evening at Pickering Museum Village, with crafts, activities, and s'mores around the campfire. Tickets start at $36.67. A fun Saturday night option if you want something a little different this weekend.

Puppet-Making Workshop

Paid Register

Sunday, August 2, 2026 at 10:00 AM
Pickering Museum Village, 2365 Concession Road 6, Pickering

Kids make their own puppets at Pickering Museum Village on Sunday morning. Tickets start at $16.48 and advance registration is required through City of Pickering recreation. Pairs nicely with Saturday night's s'mores if you want a museum village weekend.

Day Trips & Nearby

Just Outside of Whitby

Kids Cookie Club at Pickering Museum Village

Paid Register

Thursday, July 30 & Sunday, August 2, 2026 at 10:00 AM
Pickering Museum Village, 2365 Concession Road 6, Greenwood, Pickering

Kids get to bake cookies at the historic Pickering Museum Village in Greenwood. Tickets are around $20.57 per child and the program runs on both Thursday July 30 and Sunday August 2, so there are two chances to catch it this week.

STEM Workshop with Ontario Tech University

Grades 5–8 can dig into a hands-on STEM session led by Ontario Tech University at the Pickering Central Library. A solid rainy-day pick for curious kids who want something more than a screen this Thursday.

Fun Factory Play Café

Paid

Thursday, July 31, 2026 from 3:30 PM (50% off every Tue/Thu afternoon until close)
1420 Bayly St, Unit 15, Pickering

Half-price admission every Tuesday and Thursday afternoon at this indoor playground in Pickering. Socks required, energy welcome. A great option if Thursday gets warm or the kids need to burn something off.

RONA Kiddos Workshop: Build Your Piggy Bank (Pickering)

Free Register

Saturday, August 1, 2026, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
RONA+ Pickering, 1899 Brock Rd, Pickering

The same free RONA Kiddos piggy bank build happening at the Whitby location is also running at RONA+ Pickering on Saturday. Ages 5–12, parents stay on-site, and spots are limited so registration is required.

July 28 – August 3, 2026

This Week's Featured Scheduled Events

Here are three drop-in and recurring programs happening this week. We rotate featured picks each issue so you see different options over time.

Recreational Swim

Drop-in fees apply

Wednesday, July 29, 2026 at 7:30–9:00 PM
Whitby Civic Recreation Complex, Whitby

Tonight's recreational swim is open to all ages with no advance registration needed. Children 6 and under must have a parent or guardian within arm's reach in the water. Check current drop-in rates at the Town of Whitby pool page.

RONA Kiddos Workshop: Build Your Piggy Bank

Free Register

Saturday, August 1, 2026, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
RONA+ Whitby, 4005 Garrard Rd, Whitby

Kids aged 5–12 build their own piggy bank at this free Saturday workshop. Parents stay on-site while children work through the build. Spots are limited, so register ahead of time at the RONA workshop page.

Kids Safety Village Free Drop-In Program

Free

Tuesday, August 4, 2026, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Kids Safety Village of Durham Region, 1129 Athol St, Whitby

The Kids Safety Village summer drop-in is one of those genuinely fun free programs that teaches kids real skills without feeling like a lesson. Bikes, scooters, and ride-ons, a scavenger hunt through the miniature village, and plenty of room to explore. Bring your own bike or scooter if you have one, and don't forget helmets.

There are always more scheduled events. See the full calendar at towndirectory.ca →