spring2018cplprogramguide

For you. . .Spring 2018 March, April & May

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Inside This Guide

Seed Library is Back!

Movies for All Ages Paint Night!

Programs for Everyone!

Loan-A-Scope All Day Fun 200 Ontario Street Cobourg, ON K9A 5P4 905-372-9271 www.cobourg.library.on.ca

Of Special Note Coming Soon: Borrow a Telescope!

Keep an eye out this Spring for our new Loan-A-Scope program. You can check out a telescope and take it home to explore the night sky!

It's Back!

The CPL Seed Library

It's that time of year again!

The Cobourg Public Library's Seed Library will be re-opening for checkouts. Come try something new in your garden.

Starts April 14th Everyone Welcome Cobourg & Gores Landing

Breakfast, Books & More

We're visiting Harwood Hall during the monthly Pancake Breakfast. Sign up for a Library card and check out materials.

Come and take part in our mobile library service.

March 3rd, April 7th, May 5th 8:30 a.m. to 11:00 p.m.

Everyone Welcome Harwood Community Hall

Save the Date! Community Yard Sale at the Cobourg Public Library Looking to make some space? Why not reserve a spot in the Cobourg Public Library's Community Yard Sale on Saturday June 23!

We'll provide the yard, you bring the sale!

Registration forms will be available starting April 16th.

Library Closed: Library Staff PD Day On Thursday, May 3rd, the Cobourg Library and its branches in Hamilton Township will be closed to allow our staff to participate in a professional development day. We appreciate your understanding for this one-day closure. We will be open for regular business hours on Friday, May 4th. Our website, catalogue, and e-resources will be available as usual.

May 3rd Bewdley, Cobourg, & Gores Landing

The Library is closed for the following dates: March 30 April 1 & 2 May 3 & 21

Anytime is a FUN Time @ CPL Eye Bombing Creations

Get ready to eye bomb the Library. Eye bombing is a form of art where you stick googly eyes on an inanimate object to make a face.

Teens are challenged to eye bomb something at the Library and post it on social media.

Top 3 win a prize!

March 10th to 18th Ages 13 + Bewdley, Cobourg & Gores Landing

Pop Up Teen Crafts!

Teens check out the YA section! Pop up crafts for you to enjoy and create at the Library, or take it home to complete later.

April 3rd to 8th Ages 13+ Cobourg

Create a Robot Craft

Drop-in and create a paper robot craft using different shapes and colours.

April 9th to 15th Families Welcome Cobourg

Travel Tic-Tac-Toe Game Bag

Library Libs

Visit the Youth Services Department to select a "Library Lib" sheet all week long. Write your own story by filling in the blanks. What silly story will you create?

You can display your completed story in the Library or take it home to share.

May 22nd to 26th Families Welcome Cobourg

What Book Am I?

Easter Craft

Drop in to create a fun Easter Craft.

March 24th to 29th Everyone Welcome Cobourg

Like tic-tac-toe and want to take the game with you? Join us at the Bewdley and Tinker Table Fridays Gores Landing Branches between April Tinker Table Fridays will have 16th and 21st to create your own youth doing different hands on tic-tac-toe travel game bag. activities every Friday in the We'll supply everything you need. month of May. It may be April 16th to 21st designing and building something Ages 6 to 13 new or taking something apart Bewdley & Gores Landing to see how it works with reverse engineering. Visit the Youth Services Tinker Table each Friday for a new activity.

Fridays in May Families Welcome Cobourg

Can you guess what book is in the photo?

Look at close up photos of popular book covers and guess the book titles. Play for a chance to win a prize.

May 12th to 17th Families Welcome Bewdley, Cobourg, & Gores Landing

Bewdley & Gores Landing PA Day Program: Let It Snow!

Peter Mennie: That Magic Guy!

Join Peter Mennie at the Bewdley Branch. Bring the whole family along to enjoy his style of creative comedy conjuring this March Break.

March 16th @ 10:30 a.m.

Families Welcome Bewdley

Let it snow! In a snow globe that is. Make your very own snow globe at our Bewdley Branch.

PA Day fun for everyone.

Note: This program replaces the Family Story Time Program, which will resume Friday, March 23rd.

March 9th @ 10:00 a.m.

Families Welcome Bewdley Registration Required

Bewdley Yarn Circle

Join us on Thursday nights for a social yarn circle Bring your hooks, needles and yarn. Meet othe crafters and discover new patterns and ideas.

Refreshments will be provided.

Thursdays @ 7:00 p.m.

Adults Welcome Bewdley

Paint Night

Join us at the library for a fun evening of painting, treats and conversation. No skill required. Follow along and go home with a painting you create.

March 15th @ 7:00 p.m.

Ages 13+ & Adults Welcome Bewdley Registration Required

LEGO Movie Night

Join us at the Gores Landing Hall for a night of LEGO fun! Watch LEGO Batman while building your next great LEGO masterpiece Snacks will be provided. Parents are asked to stay. This program is brought to you in partnership with the Gores Landing Hall Committee and St. George's Church March 23rd @ 6:30 p.m.

Families Welcome Gores Landing

Spring Egg Hunt

Join us in Bewdley for the annual spring egg hunt with a craft and some light refreshments.

March 31st @ 9:30 a.m. sharp!

Families Welcome Bewdley

Family Story Time

Everyone is welcome to our 30 minute drop-in story time for stories, songs, and fun. Each week is a different theme. Join us to help develop early school skills for your child.

Fridays @ 10:00 a.m.

Families Welcome Bewdley

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LEGO & Little Bits

Join us at the Bewdley Branch for some PA Day fun. We'll bring the Lego and the Little Bits. What will you build? *Note: this program replaces the Bewdley Family Story Time which will resume on Friday, April 27th.

April 20th @ 10:00 a.m.

Families Welcome Bewdley

Want more information about any of these programs?

Visit our online calendar to find out more & to register: calendar.cobourg.ca/library

Cobourg Deliciousness in a Mug

Cook your favourite foods within minutes!

We'll cook and eat mac & cheese, chocolate cake and more! Learn to follow simple recipes and cook using a microwave.

March 15th @ 2:00 p.m.

Ages 10 to 16 Cobourg Registration Required

The Legend of Marshmallow Island

Mark your calendars and join Mystic Drumz as they take us on a world musical safari adventure in their presentation of The Legend of Marshmallow Island. This interactive show will introduce audiences to cultures and rhythms from around the globe. Don't miss out on this musical adventure!

March 12th @ 10:00 a.m.

Families Welcome Cobourg

Babysitting Course

This course teaches the fundamental skills they need to start their own babysitting service. A Red Cross certified instructor from React Right Safety Services teaches the class.

Topics include: • How to give appropriate care for infants, toddlers and school-aged children; • Dealing with basic First Aid emergencies; • How to recognize potential hazards; • What parents expect of a babysitter; • How to safely find customers; and • Rural babysitting.

Note: Bring a teddy bear or doll to practice on and a peanut-free lunch. $55.00 payable at the start of the class to the instructor. Please register by calling 905-448-3372.

Presented in partnership with React Right Safety Services.

March 9th @ 9:30 a.m.

Ages 11+ Cobourg Registration Required

St. Patrick's Day Shenanigans

A bit of malarkey and lots of green cheer. celebrate St. Patrick, you'll want to be A Reading & Conversation Tohere!

Kids, wear something green and with Brad Smith join us to play. An hour of fun, where Join us for a visit by author Brad everyone is Irish for the day! Families are Smith, in conversation with invited to listen to St. Patrick's themed Kelly Beers & Julie Maynard about stories, participate in games & his new book activities, complete a special craft The Return of Kid Cooper. and enjoy a snack.

April 28th @ 2:00 p.m.

March 17th @ 11:00 a.m.

Adults Welcome Families Welcome Cobourg • Registration Required Cobourg

Alice in Wonderland Wacky Croquet

Have you ever wanted to play croquet like in Alice in Wonderland? If you said yes, then come and join us for a wacky and fun time! This is not regular croquet, you use flamingos for mallets, and hedgehogs for balls! You never know what will happen when you play this curious game, but watch out for the evil queen of hearts!

May 12th @ 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Families Welcome • Cobourg

Want more information about any of these programs?

Visit our online calendar to find out more & to register: calendar.cobourg.ca/library

Ninja Mania

Calling all aspiring ninjas!

Do you have what it takes to become a true Library Ninja?

There will be ninja stories, ninja games, ninja headbands and even an obstacle course! Join us for an hour that will test your knowledge, skills and abilities in all things ninja.

April 28th @ 11:00 a.m.

Ages 6 to 10 Cobourg Registration Required

Northumberland: A Great Place to Explore

Find out what's going on in your own backyard! This presentation will offer information on local tourism opportunities,including outdoor experiences and unique attractions in Northumberland County.

Highlights include biking, hiking, routes and trails.

May 9th @ 6:30 p.m.

Adults Welcome Cobourg Registration Required

Recurring Programs

Family Story Time

Mother Goose

Everyone is welcome to our 30 minute drop-in story time for stories, songs, and fun. Each week is a different theme. Join us to help develop early school skills for your child.

Wednesdays @ 10:30 a.m.

Families Welcome Cobourg

Homeschooling Friends

Calling all knitters, crocheters, and other needle nuts. Bring your latest project, or work on a project for a local organization.

Everyone is welcome, and chatting is encouraged!

Mondays @ 10:30 a.m.

Everyone Welcome Cobourg

Join us at the Library for traditional rhymes, songs and stories as you bond with your child. This is a 10-week certificate program that will provide you with confidence as well as a network of friendship and support. Let our program help your children develop social skills and improve pre-literacy and cognitive skills.

Thursdays @ 10:00 a.m. starting April 19th Ages 0 to 2 with Caregiver Cobourg • Registration Required Join the Homeschooling friends for a weekly gathering and stories in the Youth Services Department. Each week a new batch of stories is read by our Youth Services Staff.

Participate in activities organized by the Homeschooling families in our Program Room and enjoy a snack while you visit.

Wednesdays @ 2:30 p.m.

Families Welcome Cobourg

Needle Nuts Yarn Circle

Teen Advisory Group (TAG)

Have your say in Library programs for your age group; review books and submit them for other teens to read.

Participate in activities and games. Earn Community Service Hours. Meet new friends. Snacks are always provided. For more information please contact Youth Services at 905-372-9271.

March 13th & 27th @ 4:30 p.m.

April 10th & 24th @ 4:30 p.m.

May 8th & 29th @ 4:30 p.m.

Ages 13+ • Cobourg • Registration Required

March Break Family Movie Matinees

Bring the entire family for our March Break Family Movie Matinees!

Snacks will be provided.

March 13th @ 2:00 p.m. The Emoji Movie (Rated G) Program Room March 15th @ 10:00 a.m. The Nut Job 2: Nutty

By Nature (Rated PG) Rotary Room Families Welcome • Cobourg Registration Required

Monday & Friday Movies

Join us at 2:00 p.m. in the Cobourg Library's Rotary room for a free movie on Monday and Friday. (Holidays Excluded) Refreshments are available. Ask at your Local branch for a complete listing.

Mondays & Fridays @ 2:00 p.m.

Adults Welcome • Cobourg

P.A. Day Movie: Despicable Me 3

A fun family movie afternoon. Enjoy laughs, popcorn and drinks.

April 20th @ 2:00 p.m.

Families Welcome Cobourg • Program Room Registration Required

Boomers Book Club

This book club focuses on a different author every month. We pick the author and you pick any book by that author to read. Come prepared to chat about your book!

March 9th @ 10:00 a.m. Paulo Coelho April 13th @ 10:00 a.m. David Baldacci May 11th @ 10:00 a.m. Toni Morrison Adults Welcome Cobourg

Gores Landing Book Club

Bewdley Book Club

Join us once a month for great books & great conversation in Hamilton Township.

Refreshments will be provided.

March 28th @ 6:30 p.m.

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March 6th @ 1:00 p.m.

April 3rd @ 1:00 p.m.

May 1st @ 1:00 p.m.

Adults Welcome Gores Landing Registration Required

The Book Club

A reading club for intellectually challenged adults. No independent reading is required. We welcome guest readers & new members. Space is limited. Please call ahead if you are interested in attending, 905-372-9271.

Mondays @ 1:30 p.m.

Adults Welcome Cobourg

Cookbook Club

Calling all foodies! In this book club, we pick the food theme and you check out any cookbook that relates. Just select and make a recipe from your book, then bring it in to the club to share.

We'll chat about the recipes and the cookbooks, all while enjoying the food!

March 7th @ 1:00 p.m. Comfort Food April 4th @ 1:00 p.m. Candy, Candy, Candy!

May 2nd @ 1:00 p.m. Eat Your Veggies Adults Welcome Cobourg