Adults

Challenge your mind, sharpen your strategy, and enjoy great company. Whether you’re a beginner learning the basics or an experienced player looking for worthy opponents, our Adult Chess Club offers a welcoming space to play, learn, and connect. Join us for friendly games, tips, and a shared love of chess.

Registration opens August 26.

Got a blank page giving you attitude? Take it out on an old-fashioned typewriter. Clack, ding, and vent your way through writer’s block one keystroke at a time. No pressure, no grades, no backspace.
Registration opens Aug. 26.

Adult Sewing Workshops at the library are a fun spot for anyone who loves to sew! You’ll get to dive into a bunch of different projects, like making clothes, bags, and all kinds of cool stuff, while hanging out and meeting other craft lovers.

Registration opens Aug. 26.
Limit of two sessions per person.

Presented by the Friends of the Huntsville Public Library, in collaboration with Cedar Canoe Books

Join us for a special evening with Terry Fallis, award-winning author and two-time recipient of the Stephen Leacock Medal for Humour, as he discusses his upcoming novel, An End in Itself, to be released on November 3, 2026.

Event Details

Friday, October 30, 2026
Doors Open: 6:00 PM
Event Begins: 6:30 PM

Location:
Canvas Brewing Co.
12 John Street
Huntsville, ON

Tickets

$20 per person

Tickets are available in advance at:

Huntsville Public Library
7 Minerva Street East
Huntsville, ON
705-789-5232

Advance ticket sales at the library end at 4:00 PM on Friday, October 30. After that time, tickets will be available at the door prior to the event.

Please note: Payment at the door is cash only.

We look forward to welcoming you for an entertaining evening of conversation, humour, and great storytelling with one of Canada's most celebrated authors.

Join the Chamber of Commerce for an informative business development session focused on helping local businesses prepare for a changing economic and environmental landscape.
Learn practical strategies to improve energy efficiency, reduce operating costs, strengthen business resilience, and explore opportunities to pivot and innovate in response to emerging market trends.
Gain insights, tools, and connections to help future-proof your business for long-term success.
Registration opens Aug. 26.

Adult Sewing Workshops at the library are a fun spot for anyone who loves to sew! You’ll get to dive into a bunch of different projects, like making clothes, bags, and all kinds of cool stuff, while hanging out and meeting other craft lovers.

Registration opens Aug. 26.
Limit of two sessions per person.

Presented by the Métis Nation of Ontario, this interactive Adult Art Projects series invites you to explore a new craft project each month in a welcoming, community-focused environment. All materials are provided—just bring your creativity and enjoy the opportunity to learn new skills, connect with others, and have fun! No experience necessary—everyone is welcome.

Registration opens Aug. 26. 
Limit of 2 sessions per person.

• Thurs. Sept. 10 at 10:30 AM - 12 PM - Embroidery
• Thurs. Oct. 8 at 10:30 AM - 12 PM - Dot Art
• Fri. Nov. 13 at 10:30 AM - 12 PM - Beading
• Wed. Dec. 9 at 10:30 AM - 12 PM - Felt Moccasins

Visit HTC's website to order tickets

Huntsville has a murder problem and everyone is a suspect. Watch local actors bring Blood on the Clocktower to life as the Huntsville Public Library is transformed into a town of familiar local businesses, where Townsfolk will meet, scheme, lie and investigate to uncover the Demon and its evil Minions hiding among them. With the iconic Huntsville Clocktower looming over it all, you won't just watch the mystery unfold you'll be part of a town where good and evil are locked in a battle of deception, deduction and survival.

Doors open at 7 pm and the show begins at 7:30 pm.

Ask our expert master gardener all your gardening, tree, seed, and vegetable growing questions to learn more about the best practices for nurturing your plants and creating a thriving outdoor space.
Register with a question, or drop in.

Looking to save energy, improve your home, and maybe save some money along the way? Join us and learn about energy-efficient upgrades, funding opportunities, heat pumps, solar energy, and more. Lauren Saville from the District of Muskoka and Rebecca Danard from BetterHomes Huntsville will help break down your options and answer your home-energy questions. And yes, there’s free lunch!