Check It Out! - January - February 2023

Welcome to Check It Out!

Welcome to Check It Out! your source for programs and events at Lambton County Library.

Bundle up this winter with a book or visit us at your favourite local library for our annual winter reading program challenge.

In this issue you will learn what this year’s selected One Book Lambton title is, explore the basics of

Freedom to Read

coding and discover how local creatures survive through the winter.

Beginning on page 7 you will find a list of events and programs at each library for January and February. Programs are always being added. For the most up to date program and event information visit lclibrary.ca and follow us on Facebook and Twitter.

The freedom to read should never be taken for granted. To this day reading materials are still being challenged in Canada due to their controversial content. However, some of the most controversial books of all time are now regarded as classics. The Bible, Shakespeare’s works and Alice in Wonderland have all fallen victim to bannings in the past two centuries. Every year, Lambton County Library reaffirms its commitment to intellectual freedom by celebrating Freedom to Read Week, an annual event that is aimed at increasing Canadians’ awareness of books and magazines that have been challenged or removed from libraries, schools and bookstores.

TEENS

Upcoming

One Book Lambton

The One Book Lambton initiative, which aims to unite people around Lambton County by reading the same book, will enter its fourth year with an intense thriller written by a #1 New York Times and Globe and Mail best selling author.

“Still Life” by Louise Penny introduces Chief Inspector Armand Gamache in this first of eighteen books of this thrilling series, which has also just premiered as an Amazon Prime TV series called “Three Pines”.

“Still Life” by Louise Penny

The discovery of a dead body in the woods on Thanksgiving Weekend brings Chief Inspector Armand Gamache and his colleagues from the Sûreté du Québec to a small village in the Eastern Townships. Gamache cannot understand why anyone would want to deliberately kill well-loved artist Jane Neal, especially any of the residents of Three Pines - a place so free from crime it doesn’t even have its own police force.

But Gamache knows that evil is lurking somewhere behind the white picket fences and that, if he watches closely enough, Three Pines will start to give up its dark secrets...

Lambton County Library is encouraging people to read “Still Life” over the months of January and February. Starting in February through April, One Book Lambton will be hosting various programs and events that explore the themes of the book. Books can be borrowed with your Lambton County Library card by visiting your local library, online at lclibrary.ca or by using the Iguana Library app. eBook versions of “Still Life” are available on the Libby app. Books can also be purchased at your local bookstore.

LAMBTON ONE BOOK

Bundle Up With A BookWinter Reading Program Programs and Events

Get cozy and bundle up with a book this winter with Lambton County Library. You are encouraged to register and log books using the Beanstack app between January 9 - February 19, 2023. Join the “Bundle Up With A Book - Winter Reading Challenge” on your Beanstack account to get started. If you are not already registered for a Beanstack account, visit lclibrary.ca/beanstack for details on how to register. Books can be borrowed at your local library or by using eLibrary platforms such as TumbleBook Library. TumbleBook Library is an online collection of animated talking picture books, read-along chapter books, graphic novels and more! To learn more about Lambton County Library’s eLibrary, visit lclibrary.ca.

Ice Age Breakout Escape Room

Ages 10 and up

Unlock the safe to save the planet in this daring escape room set in an ice age! Best keep an eye on the clock. There is no time to lose. It is 50 years in the future, a series of catastrophic volcanic eruptions has caused the earth to descend into an ice age. The key to the earth’s survival may rest with the research compiled by a scientist who died a decade ago. In order to protect her research from those who would seek to destroy it, she had it locked inside a safe. In case she was not alive when the research was needed, she ordered that her office and the safe be preserved, and she created a series of clues that would lead to the combinations. The survival of Earth depends on you. Work fast. Every minute without the research the ice advances south. For a full list of dates, times and locations visit lclibrary.ca/escaperoom.

Heaven’s Wildlife

Learn about local wildlife with Peggy from Heaven’s Wildlife Rescue. Heaven’s Wildlife will be bringing some animal friends to the library for this program.

Date Time Location

Saturday, January 14 1:00 - 2:00 p.m. Sarnia Library

Saturday, January 28 1:00 - 2:00 p.m. Corunna Library

Saturday, February 4 1:00 - 2:00 p.m. Bright’s Grove Library

Early Literacy

Help guide your child to get a head start on early literacy at Lambton County Library. Early literacy is what kids know about reading and writing before they can actually read and write. Lambton County Library offers a variety of programs that help foster early literacy, family literacy and lifelong learning. Check out programs happening at your library!

Baby Rhyme Time

AGES 0 - 2

Learn new songs, activities and games that you can share with your baby anytime and play a key role in your child’s development. This 30 minute story time includes movement games, rhymes, songs and stories to help your baby recognize colours, shapes, letters and numbers.

Location Date Time

Bright’s Grove Library

Tuesday Jan. 31 9:30 - 10:00 a.m.

Forest Library Thursdays from Jan. 12 - Feb. 16 9:30 - 10:00 a.m.

Inwood Library Thursdays from Jan. 12 - Feb. 16 10:30 - 11:00 a.m.

Mallroad Library Tuesdays from Jan. 3 - Feb. 14 10:00 - 10:30 a.m.

Point Edward Library Wednesdays from Jan. 11 - Feb. 15 10:30 - 11:00 a.m.

Sarnia Library Wednesdays and Fridays 10:00 - 10:30 a.m.

Wyoming Library Wednesdays from Jan. 11 - Feb. 15 9:30 - 10:00 a.m.

Pajama Tales

AGES 3 - 5

Grab your cozy pajamas and prepare your child for bed while encouraging a lifelong love of reading as a library staff member leads a 30 minute bedtime storytime.

Location Date Time

Sarnia Library

Wyoming Library

Wednesday, Jan. 25, Feb. 22 6:00 - 6:30 p.m.

Tuesday, Jan. 3, 17, 31, Feb. 14 6:00 - 6:30 p.m.

Toddler Tales

Learn new songs, activities and games that you can share with your toddler anytime and play a key role in their early literacy development. Experience the positive effects of reading, talking, singing, and playing - important activities for brain development in children - through stories and songs suitable for children ages 2 to 3 during this library staff-led story time.

Location Date Time

Alvinston Library Mondays from Jan. 2 - Feb. 27 10:30 - 11:00 a.m.

Brigden Library Tuesdays from Jan. 10 - Feb. 28 11:00 - 11:30 a.m.

Camlachie Library Monday, Jan. 9, 23, Feb. 6, 20 9:30 - 10:00 a.m.

Corunna Library Mondays from Jan. 9 - Feb. 13 11:00 - 11:30 a.m.

Courtright Library Tuesdays from Jan. 3 - Feb. 28 9:30 - 10:00 a.m.

Florence Library Saturdays from Jan. 7 - Feb. 25 10:00 - 10:30 a.m.

Forest Library Tuesdays from Jan. 10 - Feb. 28 10:00 - 10:30 a.m.

Grand Bend Library Fridays from Jan. 6 - Feb. 17 10:00 - 10:30 a.m.

Mallroad Library Mondays from Jan. 11 - Feb. 27 Wednesdays from Jan. 9 - Feb. 22 10:00 - 10:30 a.m. 10:00 - 10:30 a.m.

Mooretown Library Mondays from Jan. 2 - Feb. 27 10:10 - 10:40 a.m.

Oil Springs Library Tuesdays from Jan. 3 - Feb. 28 10:30 - 11:00 a.m.

Petrolia Library Fridays from Jan. 6 - Feb. 24 10:30 - 11:00 a.m.

Point Edward Library Mondays from Jan. 2 - Feb. 27 10:30 - 11:00 a.m.

Port Franks Library Fridays from Jan. 6 - Feb. 24 9:30 - 10:00 a.m.

Port Lambton Library Mondays from Jan. 9 - Feb. 27 10:15 - 10:45 a.m.

Sarnia Library Tuesdays from Jan. 3 - Feb. 28 Thursdays from Jan. 5 - Feb. 23 10:00 - 10:30 a.m. 10:00 - 10:30 a.m.

Shetland Library Fridays from Jan. 6 - Feb. 24 10:30 - 11:00 a.m.

Sombra Library Thursdays from Jan. 5 - Feb. 23 9:30 - 10:00 a.m.

Thedford Library Tuesdays from Jan. 3 - Feb. 28 9:30 - 10:00 a.m.

Watford Library Mondays from Jan. 2 - Feb. 27 9:30 - 10:00 a.m.

Wilkesport Library Tuesdays from Jan. 10 - Feb. 21 10:00 - 10:30 a.m.

Wyoming Library Friday, Jan. 13, Feb. 3, 10, 24 10:00 - 10:30 a.m.

Story Time

AGES 3 - 5

Sing, read and play along with these age - and developmentally - appropriate songs, stories and movement activities and finger-plays. For ages 3- 5 years with a parent or caregiver.

Location Date Time

Sarnia Library

Tuesday, January 31 Saturday, February 18

10:00 - 11:00 a.m.

10:00 - 11:00 a.m.

Saturday Story Time

AGES 3 - 5

Explore language rich stories with your child to expand their vocabulary, phonological awareness and numeracy skills at this 30 minute Saturday story time. A staff member will read stories, sing songs and lead activities to build attention span and help foster a love of reading for children.

Location Date Time

Forest Library

Saturdays from Jan. 14Feb. 18 10:0010:30 a.m.

Mallroad Library Saturdays from Jan. 14Feb. 18 10:0010:30 a.m.

Petrolia Library Saturdays from Jan. 14Feb. 18 10:3011:00 a.m.

Sarnia Library Saturdays from Jan. 14Feb. 28 10:3011:00 a.m.

Exploring Languages

French Story Time

AGES 3 - 5

Sing, read and play along with us at these age - and developmentally - appropriate songs, stories and movement activities - in French. For ages 3-5 years with a parent or caregiver. Learn greetings, how to introduce yourself and about various themes, such as colours, numbers and animals, all while reading, singing and playing games to reinforce what you are learning. The language level will be appropriate for children and parents who are just beginning their French language journey and the program takes place in a mix of French and English.

Location Date

Inwood Library

Petrolia Library

Time

Saturday, Jan. 14, 21, Feb. 11, 18, 25 10:30 - 11:00 a.m.

Friday, Jan. 13, Feb. 10

1:30 - 2:00 p.m.

SARNIA Region One

Sarnia Library Kids

AFTERSCHOOL KIDS’ CLUB

Wednesday, January 11, February 22 - 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Ages 9 - 12

January 11 – Make a Snowman Bookmark: Create a custom bookmark that will be perfect to help you keep track of your reading during the Bundle Up with A Book –Winter Reading Program.

February 22 – Build with Simple Structures: Using straws and connectors, become your own creative engineer as you experiment and discover how high you can you build.

SATURDAY KIDS’ CLUB

Saturday, January 14, February 4, 11, 252:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Ages 7 - 12

January 14 – Build a Snowman: Build a snowman only using provided materials. You will need to get creative and use your problem solving skills!

February 4 – Build with Simple Structures – Tegu Blocks: Learn simple concepts of structural engineering using Tegu Blocks, magnetic building blocks.

February 11 – Explore with Coding – Ozobots: Learn the basics of coding using Ozobots, small coding robots, to understand how exactly codes need to be written in order for computers or robots to follow them.

February 25 – Build a Paper Airplane: Use different designs to build a few paper planes and find which one will fly the fastest and the farthest.

BUILD WITH SIMPLE STRUCTURES

Sunday, February 12 – 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. Wednesday, February 15 - 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Ages 5 - 9

Learn simple concepts of structural engineering using Straws & Connectors and Tegu Blocks, magnetic building blocks.

EXPLORE WITH CODING

Saturday, January 14, February 11, 18 - 3:00 p.m. to 3:45 p.m.

Ages 6 - 12

January 14, February 18 – Cubelets: Learn the science behind inputs and outputs using Cubelets, modular robots.

February 11 – Dash and Dot: Control Dash and Dot robots, small mobile robots, through a series of directed activities that will help build a foundation of coding knowledge.

EXPLORE WITH CODING LEVEL 2 - DASH AND DOT

Saturday, January 7 - 1:00 p.m. to 1:45 p.m. Wednesday, January 18, January 25 – 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Ages 9 - 12

January 7 – Dash and Dot: Learn coding skills using Dash and Dot, mobile robots, and use those skills to control the robots.

January 18, 25 – Ozobots: Learn the basics of coding using Ozobots, small coding robots, to understand how exactly codes need to be written in order for computers or robots to follow them.

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KIDS’ DIY

Saturday, January 7, 21, February 4 - 11:00 a.m. to 11:45 a.m.

Ages 4 - 7

January 7 – Marshmallow Igloo: Listen to a story that explains how to put together blocks of snow to construct an igloo, and then create your own version of an igloo using marshmallows held together with pretzel sticks.

January 21 – Marble Maze: Design and create a maze for a marble to go through using everyday household items.

February 4 – Snowperson Snowglobe: Build a snowperson snowglobe using sparkly playdough and a plastic container.

LEARNING FOR LIFE - READ TO ME PRACTICE

Saturday, January 7 - 2:30 p.m. to 3:00 p.m., 3:15 p.m. to 3:45 p.m.

Saturday, January 21 – 11:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.; 12:15 p.m. to 12:45 p.m.

Practice your reading skills one on one with a Library Staff member.

LEGO CLUB

Sunday, January 15 - 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Ages 6 - 12

Test your creativity and engineering skills as you develop problem-solving, hand-eye coordination, patience, and planning skills and complete each week’s LEGO challenge.

TWEEN DIY - MOSAIC ART

Sunday, January 8 - 2:30 p.m. to 3:15 p.m.

Ages 10 - 13

Using inspiration from European and Middle Eastern art and architecture, create your own mosaic masterpieces with everyday household items.

BORROW SNOWSHOES & WALKING POLES

Teens

ART AND BOOKS CLUB - TEEN BOOK CLUB -

Thursday, February 16 - 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Read “The Marrow Thieves” by Cherie Dimaline, and then participate in a discussion about the novel at Sarnia Library before walking to the Judith & Norman Alix Art Gallery for a tour of exhibit “From Skyworld to Cyberspace” featuring artist Skawennati. Pick up a copy of “The Marrow Thieves” by Cherie Dimaline from the Sarnia Library; copies will be available starting January 2.

Both the novel and the exhibit feature work from Indigenous women. In “From Skyworld to Cyberspace”, artist Skawennati (Mohawk, Turtle clan) gathers a number of works which, together, trace a line from our place of origin somewhere in the heavens to the virtual realm, one of the newest territories on Earth. The line sometimes curves, sometimes becomes invisible, but along it are Onkwehonwe Indigenous people alive and kicking.

LEARNING FOR LIFE - ZENTANGLE

Wednesday, January 18, February 15 - 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Create beautiful images by drawing structured patterns that can be broken down into simple lines and shapes so that almost anyone can make them. This drawing process invites gratitude, encourages creativity and concentration.

TEEN DIY

Saturday, January 28 - 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Tuesday, February 7 - 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Friday, February 3 – 6:30 p.m. to 7:15 p.m. Saturday, February 18 – 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.

January 28 – Puzzle Canvas Art: Learn how to repurpose a puzzle into a piece of art you would be proud to hang in your home.

February 3 – Chocolate Dipped Pretzels: Make the perfect treat for your friends or loved ones this Valentine’s Day by dipping pretzels into melted chocolate then decorating with sprinkles.

February 7 – Pocket Hearts & Throw a Fits: Make pocket sized hearts and throw a fits, a yarn stress toy.

February 18 – Warrior Cats Bookmarks: Create your own bookmark based on Erin Hunter’s “Warrior Cats” series.

WARRIOR CATS BOOK CLUB

Saturday, January 21, February 18 - 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Explore the popular Warrior Cats series by Erin Hunter. Warrior Cats is based on the adventures and drama of multiple clans of feral cats. Delve into this interactive book club. There will be a book discussion, readings, and activities. Participants are encouraged to read some of the books in the Warrior Cats series first, but all are welcome.

ICE AGE BREAKOUT ESCAPE ROOMWINTER READING PROGRAM

Saturday, February 4 - 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Ages 10 and up

It is 50 years in the future; a series of catastrophic volcanic eruptions has caused the earth to descend into an ice age. The key to the earth’s survival may rest with the research compiled by a scientist who died a decade ago. In order to protect her research from those who would seek to destroy it, she had it locked inside a safe. In case she was not alive when the research was needed, she ordered that her office and the safe be preserved, and she created a series of clues that would lead to the combinations. The survival of Earth depends on you. Work fast. Every minute without the research the ice advances south.

Adults

ADULT DIY

Thursday, January 19, February 23 - 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Saturday, January 14, 21 - 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

January 14 – Vision Boards: Discuss how to use a vision board: a collage of images, pictures and affirmations of your dreams and desires, to help you set goals for the New Year. Create your vision for 2023.

January 19 – Paper Towel Roll Snowflakes: Create a unique snowflake using a paper towel roll and glitter. January 21 – Flower Art: Create an expanding flower art piece using stencils cut out from our Silhouette die cutter.

February 23 – Swedish Woven Stars: Create a woven star using techniques made popular in Sweden using coloured paper and recycled book pages.

ADULT FICTION BOOK CLUB

Monday, January 9, February 6 - 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Participate in thought-provoking discussions and experience new authors. To reserve your copy visit or call Sarnia Library at 519-337-3291 or visit lclibrary.ca. To reserve an eBook version, browse the Libby app.

January: Discuss “Rabbit Foot Bill” by Helen Humphreys, a historical fiction novel about a lonely boy and an outsider that is based on a true crime that occurred in, Saskatchewan, Canada in 1947.

February: Discuss “Not a Happy Family” by Shari Lapena, a domestic suspense novel that follows the lives of the dysfunctional, wealthy Merton family when the parents are brutally murdered after Easter dinner.

HISTORICAL FICTION BOOK CLUB

Thursday, January 12, February 16 - 2:00 p.m. to 2:45 p.m.

Participate in thought-provoking discussions and experience new authors. To reserve your copy visit or call Sarnia Library at 519-337-3291 or visit lclibrary.ca. To reserve an eBook version, browse the Libby app.

ENGLISH CONVERSATION GROUP

Saturday, January 14, 28 February 11, 25 - 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Thursday, January 19, February 16 – 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.

Practice your English through topical discussions and casual conversation with other English language learners in our bi-weekly conversation circle. All levels welcome.

ONE BOOK LAMBTON - BOOKS, BEVERAGES AND BAKED GOODS

Sunday, February 12 - 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Wednesday, February 15 - 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Discuss and explore themes and topics in “Still Life” by Louise Penny, the selected title for One Book Lambton 2023. Enjoy coffee, tea, and local baked goods during the discussion to help set the mood and re-create the scents and tastes of the cozy Bistro.

TECH 101 - ELIBRARY RESOURCES

Friday, February 17 - 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Enhance your library experience by becoming familiar with all of the eLibrary resources the library has to offer: eBooks and audiobooks, music, movies, online courses, and more!

TECH 101 - IPAD 101

Friday, January 20 - 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Bring your iPad and learn about iPad basics and some tips and tricks you might not know. Some topics we will cover are settings, apps, photos, and more.

TECH TUTOR

Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday – 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Need help navigating your computer, iPad or phone? Trying to set up an e-mail? We can help. Book a one-onone session with one of our staff members.

LEARNING FOR LIFE - BEGINNERS’ GUIDE TO CROCHET

Sunday, January 22 - 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Start your crochet journey as you learn the foundational crochet stitches: learn how to hold your hook, make a slip knot, cast on, and chain. No prior experience necessary.

LEARNING FOR LIFE - CROCHET 102

Sunday, February 19 - 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Expand your crochet knowledge while practicing old skills. Practice the four beginner skills (holding your hook, slip knots, casting on, and chaining) and learn how to single crochet while making a small swatch gauge.

LEARNING FOR LIFE - MYSTERY AT THE SARNIA LIBRARY

Thursday, February 9, 16 - 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Use your sleuthing skills to figure out who stole a priceless artifact. Collaborate with others to solve this simulated crime: investigate, pursue leads, and discover the truth about a crime that has occurred. The scenario: A priceless artifact has been stolen from the Sarnia Library and the preliminary leg work has begun, but the police are stumped! We need a fresh perspective to look at the suspects, collect crucial evidence, and make a case to ensure the perpetrator pays for their crime.

LEARNING FOR LIFE - TRIVIA NIGHT

Monday, January 16, February 6 - 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Challenge your friends in a night of trivia. Test your knowledge of geography, science, sports, literature and popular culture.

LEARNING FOR LIFE - WRITING CHALLENGE

Friday, January 27, February 24 - 6:00 p.m. to 6:45 p.m.

Put your writing skills to the test by trying our monthly challenges, then join our in-person discussion for an informal chat about the entries. Entries must follow the word count limit and be family-friendly, but feel free to interpret the prompt however you like. Write in any genre style or mode. Instructions for submission will be emailed to you after registering.

January - Hot off the Press: Write your entry as quickly as you can and without extensive editing. There is no hard-and-fast word count limit, in the interest of allowing you to write quickly, though try to keep entries reasonably brief. The challenge is to capture your initial impression of the prompt in its raw form.

February - Collage: Write an entry which makes use of all four of the prompt terms in some way.

Word Count: 300 words; Prompts: song, staircase, crown and doorway

MAKE OF THE MONTH -

FELT TRIANGLE POUCH

Saturday, January 7 - 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Wednesday, January 18, 25 - 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Make, learn, explore and share using technology from Lambton County Library’s Makerspace. Make a simple sewn felt triangle pouch using the sewing machine.

MAKERSPACE WORKSHOP

Thursday, February 2 - 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Receive one-on-one training on select Makerspace equipment at the Sarnia Library. Choose to be trained on the 3D Printer, Laser Cutter, Silhouette Cutter, or Sewing Machine. Once trained you will be able to book time for independent use on the equipment. Makerspaces are collections of resources: they are spaces filled with technologies, tools and toys, 3D printers, laser cutters and robotics. The idea behind makerspaces is simple: they are places where people come together to learn about technology, crafts and other kinds of making; to share knowledge and skills with others; and to apply this knowledge and skill by creating things.

Get full text searching of the archives of The Windsor Star, The Globe and Mail and The Toronto Star.

Enhance your local and family research with access to historic newspapers, free with your library card.

Sarnia Library Theatre

NOW SHOWING

Frozen, Sing-Along Edition

Tuesday, January 3 - 1:30 p.m. to 3:15 p.m.

Sing along with the rest of the audience as you watch this movie loved by many. Follow Anna, Kristoff, and Sven as they search for Elsa, the Snow Queen.

Rated G | 1hr 42 mins

Jumanji

Thursday, January 5 - 2:00 p.m. to 3:45 p.m. Decades after being drawn into the jungle world of the board game Jumanji, Alan Parrish returns to his own world as two young siblings take up the dangerous game where he left off.

Rated PG | 1hr 44 min

Snow Dogs

Friday, January 6 - 1:30 p.m. to 3:05 p.m. A mysterious inheritance sends a Miami dentist to Alaska where he is sent on a journey of self discovery, all the while rising to the challenge of completing a dangerous dog race.

Rated G | 1 hr 35 mins

Guardians of the Galaxy Friday, January 20 - 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Peter Quill finds himself the object of a bounty hunt after stealing a mysterious orb coveted by Ronan, a powerful villain with ambitions threatening the universe. To evade Ronan, Quill is forced into a truce with a quartet of misfits -- Rocket, a gun-toting raccoon, Groott, a treelike humanoid, the deadly and enigmatic Gamora and the revenge-driven Drax the Destroyer.

Rated PG-13 | 2 hrs

Groundhog Day

Wednesday, February 1 - 6:00 p.m. to 7:45 p.m. Get ready for Groundhog Day with a viewing of the comedy classic... “Groundhog Day” (1993). A self-centred weatherman (Bill Murray) finds himself stuck in a time loop on Groundhog Day, and the day keeps repeating until he can get it right. Did you know Bill Murray was bitten by the groundhog twice during the shooting of the film. The bites were so serious that Murray had to get anti-rabies shots.

Rated PG | 1 hr 41 mins

Wonder

Friday, February 3 - 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Wonder tells the inspiring and heartwarming story of August Pullman who was born with facial differences that have prevented him from going to a mainstream school in the past; however, Auggie becomes the most unlikely of heroes when he enters the local fifth grade. As his family, his new classmates, and the larger community all struggle to discover their compassion and acceptance, Auggie’s extraordinary journey will unite them all.

Rated G | 1 hr 53 mins

Sleepless in Seattle

Monday, February 13 - 6:00 p.m. to 7:45p.m. “Sleepless in Seattle” is a romantic comedy about two people drawn together by destiny. Hanks stars as Sam Baldwin, a widowed father who, thanks to the wiles of his worried son becomes a reluctant guest on a radio call-in show. Meanwhile, inspired in equal parts by Sam’s story, writer Annie Reed (Ryan) becomes convinced that it’s her destiny to meet Sam. There are just two problems: Annie’s engaged to someone else and Sam doesn’t know yet that they’re made for each other.

Rated PG | 1 hr 45 mins

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ICE AGE BREAKOUT ESCAPE ROOM

WINTER READING PROGRAM

Monday, January 30 - 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Ages 10 and up

Unlock the safe to save the planet in this daring escape room set in an ice age! It is 50 years in the future, a series of catastrophic volcanic eruptions has caused the earth to descend into an ice age. The key to the earth’s survival may rest with the research compiled by a scientist who died a decade ago. In order to protect her research from those who would seek to destroy it, she had it locked inside a safe. In case she was not alive when the research was needed, she ordered that her office and the safe be preserved, and she created a series of clues that would lead to the combinations. The survival of Earth depends on you. Work fast. Every minute without the research the ice advances south.

BUNDLE UP WITH A BOOK REGISTER AT

Forest Library Kids

BUILD WITH CONTRAPTIONS - MARBLE RUN

Monday, January 9, 16, 23 - 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Ages 6 - 12

Build contraptions using Marble Run and discover how marbles travel through creative arrangements of a rail system.

KIDS’ DIY - LET’S PAINT

Wednesdays and Thursdays - 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Ages 6 - 12

Learn about painting and explore how to express ideas using different techniques each week.

LEGO CLUB

Friday, January 13, February 24 - 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Saturday, January 21, February 11 - 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Friday, February 3 - 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.

Ages 6 - 12

Test your creativity and engineering skills as you develop problem-solving, hand-eye coordination, patience, and planning skills and complete each week’s LEGO challenge.

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ICE AGE BREAKOUT ESCAPE ROOM

WINTER READING PROGRAM

Friday, January 27 - 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Saturday, January 28 – 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Ages 10 and up

It is 50 years in the future: a series of catastrophic volcanic eruptions has caused the earth to descend into an ice age. The key to the earth’s survival may rest with the research compiled by a scientist who died a decade ago. In order to protect her research from those who would seek to destroy it, she had it locked inside a safe. In case she was not alive when the research was needed, she ordered that her office and the safe be preserved, and she created a series of clues that would lead to the combinations. The survival of Earth depends on you. Work fast. Every minute without the research the ice advances south.

Teens

EXPLORE WITH VIRTUAL REALITY

Monday, February 6, 13 - 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Learn how to use an Oculus Go, a virtual reality headset, and work together to play “Keep Talking and Nobody Explodes”; a cooperative problem solving game. This program will focus on using robotics to explore the world of circuits and coding.

Adults

FRIDAY BOOK CLUB

Friday, January 13, February 10 - 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

Participate in thought-provoking discussions and experience new authors. To reserve your copy visit or call Forest Library at 519-786-5152 or visit lclibrary.ca. To reserve an eBook version, browse the Libby app.

January: Discuss “The Things You Save In A Fire” by Katherine Center, a romance about a female firefighter who falls in love with a co-worker against her better judgement.

February: Discuss “We’re All In This Together” by Amy Jones, a Canadian Literature work about a family faced with a crisis, learning to work together and act like a family.

TECH 101 - ELIBRARY RESOURCES

Wednesday, January 18 - 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Learn about Lambton County Library’s eLibrary resources from our Technical Services team. Topics covered will include eBooks, eAudiobooks, eNewspapers, online learning opportunities and more. This is a drop-in session. You are welcome to bring your own devices. Please ensure that you bring the necessary passwords for Apple IDs or Google Accounts to ensure that you are able to install apps if needed.

Grand Bend Library Kids

CREATE WITH - PIXEL ART

Wednesday, February 8, 15 - 3:45 p.m. to 4:45 p.m.

Ages 5 - 8

February 8 – Lite Brite: Create your own art masterpiece with blocks of colouring using Lite Brite.

February 15 – Perler Beads: Use templates or make your own design to create a keychain using Perler Beads.

EXPLORE WITH - CODING LEVEL 1

Wednesday, January 11, 18, 25 - 3:45 p.m. to 4:45 p.m.

Ages 6 - 12

January 11, 25 – Cubetto: Learn coding basics using Cubetto, a wooden coding robot. Participants will design and code paths for Cubetto on his trip.

January 18 – Cubelets: Design and build your own robot like an animal or a car using cubelets, modular robots.

Adults

ADULT DIY - BLAST FROM THE PAST

Wednesday, February 22 - 5:45 p.m. to 6:45 p.m.

Step back in time and create favourite crafts from your childhood. Make your own perler bead keychain just like you had in highschool, knot your own friendship bracelets like you made at camp, or create a unique design using Lite Brite.

TECH 101 - ELIBRARY RESOURCES

Wednesday, January 25 - 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Learn about Lambton County Library’s eLibrary resources from our Technical Services team. Topics covered will include eBooks, eAudiobooks, eNewspapers, online learning opportunities and more. This is a drop-in session. You are welcome to bring your own devices. Please ensure that you bring the necessary passwords for Apple IDs or Google Accounts to ensure that you are able to install apps if needed.

MAKERSPACE WORKSHOPSILHOUETTE DIE CUTTER

PA DAY EXTRAVAGANZA - LITE BRITE PICTIONARY

Friday, February 03 - 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Ages 6 - 12

Create a design on the Lite Brite and try to have your teammates guess what it is.

ICE AGE BREAKOUT ESCAPE ROOM WINTER READING PROGRAM

Wednesday, January 25 - 5:45 p.m. to 6:45 p.m.

Ages 10 and up

There is no time to lose. It is 50 years in the future, a series of catastrophic volcanic eruptions has caused the earth to descend into an ice age. The key to the earth’s survival may rest with the research compiled by a scientist who died a decade ago. In order to protect her research from those who would seek to destroy it, she had it locked inside a safe. In case she was not alive when the research was needed, she ordered that her office and the safe be preserved, and she created a series of clues that would lead to the combinations. The survival of Earth depends on you. Work fast. Every minute without the research the ice advances south.

Thursday, January 12, 26, February 9, 233:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Would you like to book time with the Silhouette Die Cutter to complete your projects? Become trained on the equipment by attending this workshop. The Silhouette Cameo is an electronic cutting machine that can cut a variety of materials, like paper, vinyl, cardstock, fabric, heat transfer material and more. Its a great tool for projects such as cardmaking and scrapbooking. Once you attend a training workshop, you can book the Silhouette and use it independently.

Port Franks Library Kids

AFTERSCHOOL KIDS’ CLUB

Wednesdays - 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

Ages 6 - 12

January 4 – Winter Reading Board: Create a colourful tack-free board to help you keep track of all your reading, notes or artwork you create during our Winter Reading Program.

January 11 – Seed Mosaic Bird Feeder: Create a mosaic bird feeder using seed that can be enjoyed by birds throughout the winter months.

January 18 – Create with Poetry: Create your own poetry about penguins, then craft a penguin to match your poem.

January 25 – Initial Art: Use your own initials to create a unique and personal piece of art.

February 1 – Sparkly Winter Process Art: Create a sparkly winter scene using process art techniques. Process art is artist directed and choice driven. It celebrates the experience of creating the art piece instead of focusing on the end result.

February 8 - Build with Dynamic Structures –Rigamajig: Learn and then use five basic structural engineering concepts: nuts and bolts, hinges, angles (L-shapes), braces (A-shapes) and movement (wheels) using Rigamajig, a wooden building toy.

February 15 – Build with Dynamic Structures –Rigamajig: Work together to find a structural solution to a set of challenges using Rigamajig, a wooden building toy. This program is for participants who have prior experience with Rigamajig.

February 22 – Watercolour Resist Art: Create a unique winter scene with a simple watercolour resist technique. Watercolour resist uses crayon art painted over with watercolour paint to create a unique scene.

PA DAY - FAMILY DIY - RUSTIC SNOWMAN

Friday, February 03 - 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.

As a family, create a rustic 3 foot yarn snowman door hanger that you display any winter season. Everyone in the family can add their unique touch to this keepsake.

Adults

ADULT DIY

Monday, January 2, 23, February 27 - 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.

January 2 – Winter Bird Bookmark: Create a Winter Bird Bookmark to help you save your spot and brighten the pages of your next read!

January 23 – Scrabble Art: Create a meaningful word or phrase with scrabble letters on an artful background to display in your space.

February 27 – Paper Quilling: Discover the art of paper quilling and create a quilled heart picture.

LEARNING FOR LIFE - AIR FRYER EXPLORATION

Monday, January 16 - 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Discover how an Air Fryer works and explore its many features. Take home a soup recipe to enjoy with friends and family.

LEARNING FOR LIFE - GUESS THE BOOK

Monday, February 06 - 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Celebrate Read Aloud Week and exercise your brain by reading a page from a library book and having others guess which one it is on the list.

PORT FRANKS BOOK CLUB

Monday, January 9, February 13 - 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Participate in thought-provoking discussions and experience new authors. To reserve your copy visit or call Port Franks Library at 519-243-2820 or visit lclibrary.ca. To reserve an eBook version, browse the Libby app.

January: Discuss “A Town Called Solace” by Mary Lawson, a mystery set in Northern Ontario in 1972, that explores the relationships of three people brought together by fate and the mistakes of the past.

February: Discuss “Three Sisters” by Heather Morris, a powerful historical fiction memoir of the journey of three sisters who’s love of family and each other helped them to endure such tragic circumstances.

Thedford Library

Kids

AFTERSCHOOL KIDS’ CLUB

Friday, January 6, 19, 27, February 24 - 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Ages 5 - 9

January 6 – Fun with Flight: Explore flight with different paper airplanes and gliders.

January 19 – Hand Stand Display: Use your hand pattern to design a display for your treasures.

January 27 – 3D Winter Scene: Create a 3D winter scene using various templates.

February 24 – Time Capsule Creation: Learn about the use of time capsules and then create your own. Bring along some of your keepsakes to store in the capsule.

ICE AGE BREAKOUT ESCAPE ROOM

WINTER READING PROGRAM

Thursday, February 2 - 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Ages 10 and up

It is 50 years in the future: a series of catastrophic volcanic eruptions has caused the earth to descend into an ice age. The key to the earth’s survival may rest with the research compiled by a scientist who died a decade ago. In order to protect her research from those who would seek to destroy it, she had it locked inside a safe. In case she was not alive when the research was needed, she ordered that her office and the safe be preserved, and she created a series of clues that would lead to the combinations. The survival of Earth depends on you. Work fast. Every minute without the research the ice advances south.

Teens

EXPLORE WITH CODING

Thursday, February 9, 16 - 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Ages 10 - 12

Learn block style programming with Sphero Bolt, a spherical robot. Create codes that enable the Bolt to perform a specific task at the press of a button. Recommended for ages 10 and up.*February 9th and 16th sessions are identical*This program will focus on using robotics to explore the world of circuits and coding. The program will incorporate elements of S.T.E.A.M. (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics).

Adults

ADULT DIY

Thursday, January 12, February 2 - 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

January 12 – Card Making: Create handmade cards using calligraphy techniques.

February 2 – Macrame: Learn the old tradition of macrame and create your own plant hanger.

Watford Library Kids

AFTERSCHOOL KIDS’ CLUB

Wednesdays - 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Ages 8 - 12

January 4 – Sock Snowman: Create a snowman that won’t melt using a sock.

January 11 – Build with Simple Structures - Tegu Blocks: Explore how to make many kinds of structures using Tegu blocks, wooden blocks with magnets inside them.

January 18 – Build with Simple Structures - Straws and Connectors: Discover the many structures you can build using straws and connectors. See who can build the biggest fort or castle.

January 25 – Penguins: Learn about some of the most common species of penguins found around the world and create a pompom penguin to take home.

February 1 – Read Aloud Day: February 1st is Read Aloud Day. Listen to a Piggie and Elephant story and then create a story based upon the characters.

February 8 – Valentine Cards: Create a card for that someone special in your life - a friend, parent or sibling.

February 15, 22 – Explore with Electricity: What do batteries, light bulbs and switches have in common? They are parts of a circuit that makes electricity work. Explore all about electricity and how it works.

ICE AGE BREAKOUT ESCAPE ROOM WINTER READING PROGRAM

Tuesday, January 31 - 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Ages 10 and up

It is 50 years in the future; a series of catastrophic volcanic eruptions has caused the earth to descend into an ice age. The key to the earth’s survival may rest with the research compiled by a scientist who died a decade ago. In order to protect her research from those who would seek to destroy it, she had it locked inside a safe. In case she was not alive when the research was needed, she ordered that her office and the safe be preserved, and she created a series of clues that would lead to the combinations. The survival of Earth depends on you. Work fast. Every minute without the research the ice advances south.

AFTERSCHOOL KIDS’ CLUB

Wednesdays

3:30 - 4:30 p.m. Watford Library

ADULT DIY

Tuesday, January 24, February 7 - 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

January 24 – Lighted Snowman Jar: Do you want to build a snowman? How about one that lights up and will never melt? Create a snowman using a mason jar and a tealight.

February 7 – Valentine Needle Felting: Learn how to needle felt while making a heart garland just in time for Valentine’s Day.

LEARNING FOR LIFE - STARTING SEEDS

Thursday, January 12 - 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Starting you own plants from seed is easy and inexpensive. Learn how to start growing your plants indoors and outdoors from seed. Explore different ways of starting seeds, when to start them, and how to harden them off so they can live in your garden in the spring. Discover Lambton County Library’s Seed Library, where you can take out seeds for your own use at no cost.

LEARNING FOR LIFE - PLANT PROPAGATION

Tuesday, January 17 - 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Learn the techniques of cutting, grafting and plant division. Discover what materials are needed to grow plants in these ways and how to raise the plants successfully so they are ready for spring.

LEARNING FOR LIFE - DESIGNING A GARDEN

Thursday, February 2 - 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Learn about how to create your very own garden from scratch, using the principles of design. It’s winter, the perfect time to start thinking about your gardens and what you want to plant in the spring. There are so many things to think and dream about; perhaps a whole new garden; or removing the overgrown foundation plantings in front of your house; or how about creating a native plant garden. Learn the basics of garden design, why some gardens look better than others and what information is needed to create a successful garden.

LEARNING FOR LIFE - NATURALIZED GARDENING

Thursday, February 23 - 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Lambton County in located unique ecosystem called the “Carolinian Zone”, which is is the most diverse in both plants and wildlife compared to the rest of Canada. Learn about how to create a naturalized garden using local (native) plants.

WATFORD BOOK CLUB

Tuesday, January 17, February 21 - 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Participate in thought-provoking discussions and experience new authors. To reserve your copy visit or call Watford Library at 519-876-2204 or visit lclibrary.ca. To reserve an eBook version, browse the Libby app.

January: Discuss “The Friend” by Sigrid Nunez, a work of fiction about friendship, grief, healing, and the bond that develops with an unlikely friend.

February: Discuss “Great Circle” by Maggie Shipstead, Great Circle tells the unforgettable story of a daredevil female aviator determined to chart her own course in life, at any cost.

3D PRINTER TRAINING WORKSHOPMAKERSPACE

Wednesday, January 4, 18, February 1, 15 - 3:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Would you like to book time with our new 3D printers to complete your projects? Take training on the equipment by attending this workshop. The Ultimaker 2+ Connect printer lets you print 3D objects. Ready-to-print designs can be downloaded from the internet and adjusted using Ultimaker Cura to make it just right for you! Need to replace your lost hex wrench or want to make a keychain for a friend? Come and see what our new 3D printers can do. Once trained, you are certified to reserve the equipment and work independently.

Region Three

CREATE WITH PIXEL ART - PERLER BEADS

Alvinston Library

Kids

AFTERSCHOOL KIDS’ CLUB

Tuesdays - 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Ages 6 - 12

Learn about each week’s theme by participating in a variety of activities including a scavenger hunt, game and craft.

January 3: Snowflakes

January 10: Northern Lights

January 17: Polar Bears

January 24: Winter Trees

January 31: Backward Day

February 7: Groundhogs

February 14: Valentine’s Day

February 21: Kindness

February 28: Leap Year

BUILD WITH CONTRAPTIONS

Tuesday, February 14, 21 - 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Saturday, February 18 – 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Ages 6 - 12

Develop your understanding of some basic scientific concepts such as gravity, momentum, actions and reactions and simple structures while completing building challenges together.

CREATE WITH PIXEL ART - LITE BRITE

Tuesday, January 10, 17 - 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Saturday, January 14 – 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Ages 6 - 12

Create pixel images with different colours using light and translucence. Follow the pattern sequence to create Lite Brite images with the coloured pegs and then observe what happens when different lights are used behind the image.

Saturday, January 21 - 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Ages 6 - 12

Using different coloured pegs, create unique designs using perler beads within the peg board.

KIDS’ DIY - POKEMON ORIGAMI CORNER BOOKMARKS

Friday, January 20 - 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Ages 7 - 10

Make your favorite Pokemon into a bookmark using cardstock and the technique of origami folding. Origami, the ancient art of paper folding, has applications in teaching geometry, thinking skills, fractions, problem solving, and fun science.

FAMILY GAME NIGHT - BOARD GAMES - DIXIT

Friday, February 3 - 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Players use dreamlike illustrations to convey a storycan you determine which card was originally used to create the story? One player is the storyteller for the turn and looks at the images on the six cards in their hand. From one of these, they make up a sentence and say it out loud without showing the card to the other players. The storyteller’s aim is to provide a description that is ambiguous enough that not all other players will recognize the card from their description, yet relevant enough that some will.

ALVINSTON - FLORENCE - INWOOD - OIL SPRINGS - PETROLIA - SHETLAND

CREATE WITH PIXEL ART - LITE BRITE AT ALVINSTON LIBRARY

ICE AGE BREAKOUT ESCAPE ROOM

WINTER READING PROGRAM

Friday, January 13 - 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Ages 10 and up

It is 50 years in the future; a series of catastrophic volcanic eruptions has caused the earth to descend into an ice age. The key to the earth’s survival may rest with the research compiled by a scientist who died a decade ago. In order to protect her research from those who would seek to destroy it, she had it locked inside a safe. In case she was not alive when the research was needed, she ordered that her office and the safe be preserved, and she created a series of clues that would lead to the combinations. The survival of Earth depends on you. Work fast. Every minute without the research the ice advances south.

Teens

TEEN DIY

Friday, January 6, February 24 - 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

January 6 – Wreck This Journal – Book Binding: Through a series of creative and quirky prompts, journalers engage in destructive acts like poking holes through pages, adding photos and defacing them, painting pages, colouring outside the lines, and more in order to experience the true creative process.

February 24 – Worse is Better: Relax and have fun creating art without judgement. This program is a wonderfully horrible way to release yourself from the boundaries created by the conventional expectations of what makes art “good” and challenge yourself to create something from nothing using a variety of provided materials.

Adults

BOOK CLUB

Thursday, February 16 - 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.

Early literacy is what kids know about reading and writing before they can actually read and write. Early literacy begins with you. Reading is an essential life skill, and the following five activities support your child’s development of early literacy skills. Visit Lambton County Library and start your own 1000 Books Before Kindergarten Challenge with your child today.

Participate in thought-provoking discussions and experience new authors. To reserve your copy visit or call Alvinston Library at 519-898-2981 or visit lclibrary.ca. To reserve an eBook version, browse the Libby app.

January: Discuss “The Secret Keeper of Jaipur” by Alka Joshi, an historical fiction set in the Jaipur Palace. February: Discuss “It’s a Better Way” by Debbie Macomber, a romance that explores the powerful intersections of love and family.

LEARNING FOR LIFE - CANASTA CLUB

Thursday, January 26, February 23 - 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Canasta is a fun, social, and challenging card game. It is a partnership game that is played with two decks of cards.

TECH TUTOR

Tuesday, January 17, February 21 - 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Need help navigating your computer, iPad or phone? Trying to set up an e-mail? We can help. Book a one-onone session with one of our staff members.

Florence Library Kids

AFTERSCHOOL KIDS’ CLUB

Thursdays - 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.

January 5 – Happy New Year: Ring in the New Year by participating in a variety of activities including a scavenger hunt, a craft and games.

January 12, 19 – Build With Dynamic Structures: Explore structural engineering concepts and simple machines through collaborative play.

January 26 - Hockey: Learn about hockey by participating in a variety of activities including a scavenger hunt, a hockey craft and games.

February 2 – Finger Knitting: Learn about finger knitting, also known as French knitting, by participating in a variety of activities including a scavenger hunt, a finger knitting craft and games.

February 16 – Explore with Coding Level 1 – Cubetto: Learn coding basics using Cubetto, a wooden coding robot. Participants will design and code paths for Cubetto on his trip.

February 23 – Amazing Race Kids Edition: Use clue templates and complete detours and road blocks using a variety of activities to conquer three continents around the world and a final challenge. The first team to complete all the clues and reach their destination first wins.

BUILD WITH - DYNAMIC STRUCTURES

Saturday, January 14, 21 - 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.

Explore structural engineering concepts and simple machines through collaborative play using five basic structural engineering concepts: nuts and bolts, hinges, angles (L-shapes), braces (A-shapes) and movement (wheels). Create each of the five basic structures, then complete a series of challenges that apply the concepts learned.

EXPLORE WITH - CODING LEVEL 1 - CUBETTO

Saturday, February 11, 18 - 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.

February 11 – Cubelets: Design and build your own robot like an animal or a car using cubelets, modular robots.

February 18 – Cubetto: Learn coding basics using Cubetto, a wooden coding robot. Participants will design and code paths for Cubetto on his trip.

LEGO CLUB

Saturday, January 28, February 4, 25 - 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Ages 6 - 12

January 28, February 4 – Card Challenge: Play Lego charades then pick a card. Whatever card is picked, that’s what we’ll build.

February 25 – Tallest Tower Challenge: Test your skills and see if you can build the tallest tower.

ICE AGE BREAKOUT ESCAPE ROOM WINTER READING PROGRAM

Saturday, January 14 - 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Ages 10 and up

It is 50 years in the future; a series of catastrophic volcanic eruptions has caused the earth to descend into an ice age. The key to the earth’s survival may rest with the research compiled by a scientist who died a decade ago. In order to protect her research from those who would seek to destroy it, she had it locked inside a safe. In case she was not alive when the research was needed, she ordered that her office and the safe be preserved, and she created a series of clues that would lead to the combinations. The survival of Earth depends on you. Work fast. Every minute without the research the ice advances south.

Teens

TEEN BOOK CLUB

Saturday, January 7, February 4 - 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. Explore new worlds, lands, or experiences in any novel fitting the style, and come discuss your findings with other readers.

January: Manga

February: Non-Fiction

ADULT DIY - BOOK LETTERS

Tuesday, February 28 - 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Create unique artwork with your initial using discarded book pages from the library.

BOOK CLUB

Tuesday, January 10 - 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Discuss “The Good Liar” by Nicholas Searle, a suspense novel that channels the haunting allure of Atonement with its masterfully woven web of lies, secrets, and betrayals. To reserve your copy visit or call Florence Library at 519-692-3213 or visit lclibrary.ca. To reserve an eBook version of “The Good Liar” browse the Libby app.

TECH TUTOR

Tuesday, February 7 - 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Need help navigating your computer, iPad or phone?

Trying to set up an e-mail? We can help. Book a one-onone session with one of our staff members.

Inwood Library Kids

AFTERSCHOOL KIDS’ CLUB

Tuesdays - 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Ages 6 - 12

January 3 – Making Music I: Try out some rhythm speak and learn the basics of rhythm notation. Participants will gain an initial understanding of standard rhythm notation and some forms of rhythm speak (Ta, Titi, Tika-Tika etc.) as we play call and response and other rhythm games, then compose our own rhythms, write them out and make up our own set of syllables to speak them.

January 10 – Explore with Coding – Level 2 – Dash & Dot: Learn the basics of coding as you create commands for Dash and Dot robots.

January 17 – Explore with Coding – Level 2 – Ozobots: Build on your coding skills as you program Ozobots to be controlled with commands drawn on paper.

January 24 – Making Music II: Learn the basics of reading music notes like what some notes look like, their solfege syllables, and their hand signals. Participants will gain an appreciation of how music melodies are transmitted other than by ear.

January 31 – French Club – La neige et le froid: Grow your French language skills as we play games and complete craft activities in French, this month will focus on la neige et le froid (snow and cold).

February 7 – Making Music III: Building on the way notes look and solfege from the last session, participants will learn about the relationships between notes: intervals, harmony and dissonance. Participants will learn to recognize the intervals by matching them to the beginnings of songs and have the opportunity to try singing some basic harmonies and dissonances.

February 14 – Build with Simple Structures – Straws & Connectors: Challenge yourself to build different types of structures with sturdy straws and connectors.

February 21 – Build with Simple Structures – Tegu Blocks: Explore the science of magnetism and build different types of structures using magnetic Tegu Blocks.

February 28 – French Club – Le comportement: Grow your French language skills as we play games and complete craft activities in French, this month will focus on le comportement (behaviour).

ICE AGE BREAKOUT ESCAPE ROOM

WINTER READING PROGRAM

Saturday, January 14 - 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Ages 10 and up

It is 50 years in the future, a series of catastrophic volcanic eruptions has caused the earth to descend into an ice age. The key to the earth’s survival may rest with the research compiled by a scientist who died a decade ago. In order to protect her research from those who would seek to destroy it, she had it locked inside a safe. In case she was not alive when the research was needed, she ordered that her office and the safe be preserved, and she created a series of clues that would lead to the combinations. The survival of Earth depends on you. Work fast. Every minute without the research the ice advances south.

Teens

KNITTING CLUB

Tuesday, January 10, February 14 - 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

Practice the basics of knitting with needles while making specific items. The library will provide yarn and there will be needles to borrow. Feel free to bring your own needles or special yarn if you prefer.

January 10 – Bookmark: Create a bookmark using knit/ purl stitches with the possibility of adding a fringe and/or learning how to knit decreases.

February 14 – Heart Wristband: Create a heart wristband using knit/purl stitches with the possibility of learning knit embroidery to add colour.

MANGA CLUB

Tuesday, January 3, February 7 - 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

Discuss what manga we are reading and work on specific manga drawing or story-writing techniques.

January: Developing the adversary (villain or obstacle). Bring whatever manga you are reading and your ideas to create or develop your own manga characters! What kind of obstacles does your hero need to face? What situations might they find themselves in that they need to react to? Develop the look and feel of the story element that challenges your hero.

February: Developing the ally or side-kick. Bring whatever manga you are reading and your ideas to create or develop your own manga characters! What kind of help and/or friendship does your hero need in order to face their nemesis/obstacle? What part will teamwork play in your story? Develop the look and feel of the story element that comes to your hero’s aid.

Adults

BOOK CLUB

Tuesday, January 17, February 21- 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Participate in thought-provoking discussions and experience new authors. To reserve your copy visit or call Inwood Library at 519-844-2491 or visit lclibrary.ca. To reserve an eBook version, browse the Libby app.

January: Discuss “How to Pronounce Knife: Stories” by Souvankham Thammavongsa, a collection of short stories about the day to day struggles of human nature and experience.

February: Discuss “The Turn of the Key” by Ruth Ware, a psychological thriller about the perfect job gone terribly wrong.

WRITING CLUB

Tuesday, January 24, February 28 - 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Share your writing with a group to receive feedback and support. Participants should come with two pages of writing in any style or genre and be prepared to read their work out loud to the group. There will also be short writing exploration exercises and more sharing with positive and constructive feedback.

Oil Springs Library Kids

CREATE WITH POETRY

Saturday, February 11, 18 - 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Ages 10 - 13

February 11 – Blackout Poetry: Transform a discarded book page into a poem using a unique form of poetry called Blackout Poetry.

February 18 – Poetry Games: Create a poem with the roll of a dice! Haikubes and Metaphor Dice are a fun and engaging way to dive into creating poetry.

EXPLORE WITH CODING LEVEL 3 - SPHERO

Saturday, January 14, 21 - 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Ages 10 - 13

Use coding and problem solving to program and operate Sphero Bolt - a robot that we will use to complete several tasks Explore how to use block-based programming to create codes for Sphero Bolt in order to navigate the robot through the obstacles.

SATURDAY KIDS’ CLUB

Saturday, January 7, 28, February 4, 25 - 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Ages 8 - 10

January 7 – Bundle Up With A Bear: Can you build a cozy den for your bear to survive the winter? Take on this building challenge, then learn how some animals change colours to blend in with their surroundings and make a snowy owl craft.

January 28 – Valentines: Practice handwriting by making Valentine’s cards to give to friends and family.

February 4 – Paint Your Imagination: What does your imagination look like? Is it splashes of pink, or swirls of blue and grey? Paint a self-portrait showcasing the many colours of your imagination. Please dress appropriately.

February 25 – Banned Book Art: In celebration of Freedom to Read week, explore some of the books that have been challenged and banned in Canadian schools and libraries and learn about your role in promoting freedom of expression by creating a piece of mixed media artwork inspired by the covers of banned books.

ICE AGE BREAKOUT ESCAPE ROOM WINTER READING PROGRAM

Thursday, January 12 - 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Ages 10 and up

It is 50 years in the future; a series of catastrophic volcanic eruptions has caused the earth to descend into an ice age. The key to the earth’s survival may rest with the research compiled by a scientist who died a decade ago. In order to protect her research from those who would seek to destroy it, she had it locked inside a safe. In case she was not alive when the research was needed, she ordered that her office and the safe be preserved, and she created a series of clues that would lead to the combinations. The survival of Earth depends on you. Work fast. Every minute without the research the ice advances south.

Teens

TEEN DIY

Thursday, January 19, 26, February 16, 23 - 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

January 19 – Kindess Rocks: In recognition of AntiBullying Week, paint a rock with a kind message or an uplifting picture.

January 26 – Wall Hanging Weaving: Learn a simple weaving technique using a cardboard loom to create a mini wall hanging.

February 16 – Create With Poetry: Explore Blackout Poetry and transform a passage of text into a unique a poem and illustration, or try some unique poetry dice games to inspire and create an original poem.

February 23 – Banned Book Charm: Celebrate Freedom to Read Week by creating a mini banned book charm for your backpack or keychain. Discover some of the popular books that have been banned or challenged in Canada and exercise your freedom of expression by choosing your favourite banned book to create a mini book charm.

Adults

ADULT DIY - TIME CAPSULE

Thursday, January 5 - 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Create a time capsule commemorating your significant events of the past year. Bring a USB stick with some photos to decorate your time capsule.

BOOK CLUB

Thursday, January 12, February 9 - 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Participate in thought-provoking discussions and experience new authors. To reserve your copy visit or call Oil Springs Library at 519-834-2670 or visit lclibrary.ca. To reserve an eBook version, browse the Libby app. January: Discuss “Apples Never Fall” by Liane Moriarty, a domestic fiction novel about marriage, siblings, and how the people we love the most can hurt us the deepest. February: Discuss “The Apollo Murders” by Chris Hadfield, a Cold War thriller from the dark heart of the Space Race. Three astronauts in a tiny module, a quarter of a million miles from home...and from help.

CREATE WITH POETRY - BLACKOUT POETRY

Thursday, February 2 - 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Transform a passage of text into a unique a poem and illustration, known as Blackout Poetry.

Gardening for Kids

Petrolia Library

Kids

AFTERSCHOOL DUNGEONS & DRAGONS

Thursdays - 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Ages 10 - 13

Learn about the world of Dungeons and Dragons. Create a character from scratch in the first week, then play several sessions through a story from start to finish in the following weeks.

AFTERSCHOOL KIDS’ CLUB

Wednesday January 11, 25, February 8, 22 - 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Ages 5 – 7

Participate in crafts, games and LEGO challenges each week.

January 11: Penguins

January 25: Vision Board

February 8: Valentines

February 22: Melted Snowman

BUILD WITH - CARDBOARD CONSTRUCTION

Tuesday, February 14 - 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Thursday, February 23 - 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Saturday, February 25 - 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Ages 8 - 12

Expand your science and engineering knowledge as you build a structure with various cardboard pieces.

KIDS’ DIY

Tuesday, January 10 - 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

Tuesday, February 14 - 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Thursday, February 16 - 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Saturday, January 21 - 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.

Ages 10 – 12

January 10 – Popsicle Stick Catapult: Test how far your catapult will launch with our DIY popsicle stick catapult craft.

January 21 – Paper Plate & Bubble Wrap Jelly Fish: Create your own underwater creature using paper plates and bubble wrap.

February 14 – Paper Plate Love Birds: Show someone you care this Valentine’s Day with a paper plate love bird as we talk about love, kindness, compassion and friendship.

February 16 – Cereal Box Aquarium: Create an aquarium diorama while learning about different types of fish.

LEGO CLUB

Saturdays - 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Ages 6 - 12

Complete different challenges each session using LEGO.

January 7: Volcanoes

January 14: Wheel of Fortune

January 28: Bucket of LEGO

February 4: Animals

February 18: Farmous Landmarks

February 25: Pick a Card

PA DAY EXTRAVAGANZA - MO WILLEMS DAY!

Friday, February 03 - 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Ages 6 - 8

Celebrate all the fun characters from Mo Willems’ books and create your own unique pigeon artwork and play games inspired by Elephant and Piggie!

HEAVEN’S WILDLIFE WINTER READING PROGRAM

Saturday, February 11 - 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Learn about local wildlife with Peggy from Heaven’s Wildlife Rescue. Heaven’s Wildlife will be bringing some animal friends to Petrolia Library for the Winter Reading Program.

ICE AGE BREAKOUT ESCAPE ROOM WINTER READING PROGRAM

Tuesday, January 10 - 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Tuesday, January 17 - 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Wednesday, January 18 - 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Ages 10 and up

It is 50 years in the future; a series of catastrophic volcanic eruptions has caused the earth to descend into an ice age. The key to the earth’s survival may rest with the research compiled by a scientist who died a decade ago. In order to protect her research from those who would seek to destroy it, she had it locked inside a safe. In case she was not alive when the research was needed, she ordered that her office and the safe be preserved, and she created a series of clues that would lead to the combinations. The survival of Earth depends on you. Work fast. Every minute without the research the ice advances south.

Teens

EXPLORE WITH VIRTUAL REALITY - OCULUS GO

Saturday, January 14 - 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. Thursday, January 19 - 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Ages 13 and up

Explore with Virtual Reality using our Oculus Go, a virtual reality headset. This program will allow participants to take turns using our virtual reality station and monitor each other’s progress. Participants must be 13 years of age and have a waiver signed by a parent or guardian to participate.

Adults

ADULT DIY

Thursday, January 19 - 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Tuesday, February 14 - 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.

January 19 – Vision Board: Create a Goal Vision Board - a visual representation of what you want to achieve. A vision board is a visualization tool of your biggest goals and dreams created with pictures, words, and other items. This is an Adult DIY focused on wellbeing February 14 – Rustic Hearts: Make a rustic heart out of salvaged junk.

BOOK CLUB

Wednesday, January 18, February 8 - 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Participate in thought-provoking discussions and experience new authors. To reserve your copy visit or call Petrolia Library at 519-882-0771 or visit lclibrary.ca. To reserve an eBook version, browse the Libby app.

January: Discuss “The Bone Code” by Kathy Reichs, featuring forensic anthropologist Temperance Brennan whose examinations, fifteen years apart, of unidentified bodies washed up from the sea may be connected to a deadly new pestilence.

February: Discuss “The Silent Patient” a contemporary psychological thriller from author Alex Michaelides that tells the story of Alicia, who killed her husband, Gabriel, six years earlier.

BOOK CLUB

Tuesday, January 24, February 21 - 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Participate in thought-provoking discussions and experience new authors. To reserve your copy visit or call Petrolia Library at 519-882-0771 or visit lclibrary.ca. To reserve an eBook version, browse the Libby app.

January: Discuss “Between Two Kingdoms: A Memoir of a Life Interrupted” by Suleika Jaouad. This moving memoir of illness and recovery is about a young woman’s road trip of healing and self-discovery.

February: Discuss “Far From the Tree” by Robin Benway, a touching story about the strength and love of unconventional families, and the unbreakable bond of siblings near and far.

DUNGEONS AND DRAGONS FOR BEGINNERS AND

BEYOND

Thursdays - 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Learn how to create a character from scratch in the first week, then play several sessions through a story from start to finish in the following weeks. Learn the game mechanics, how to use the reference material, and make new friends with your team in an unforgettable adventure! This D&D program is oriented toward adults that have never played but are interested or curious as well as more advanced players looking to meet likeminded people within the community.

TECH TUTOR

Wednesday, February 01 - 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Need help navigating your computer, iPad or phone? Trying to set up an e-mail? We can help. Book a one-onone session with one of our staff members.

ENGLISH CONVERSATION CIRCLE

Tuesday, January 10, 24, February 14, 28 - 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Practice your English through topical discussions and casual conversation with other English language learners in our bi-weekly conversation circle. All levels welcome.

HUNTING RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES ONE BOOK LAMBTON

Monday, February 6 - 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Whether this is your first hunting season or you are a seasoned hunter, it is important to keep up to date with your rights and responsibilities. Conservation Officer Paul Merritt from the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry joins us to discuss hunting methods, restrictions and safety within the Fish and Wildlife Conservation Act. At the end of the presentation there will be time for a Q&A.

Shetland Library Kids

AFTERSCHOOL KIDS’ CLUB - EXPLORE WITH ELECTRICITY

Wednesday, January 11, 18 - 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Install circuits and watch how things respond using small robotics like littleBits, Makey Makey, Power Tiles, and Crazy Circuits.

ICE AGE BREAKOUT ESCAPE ROOM

WINTER READING PROGRAM

Wednesday, January 11 - 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Ages 10 and up

It is 50 years in the future; a series of catastrophic volcanic eruptions has caused the earth to descend into an ice age. The key to the earth’s survival may rest with the research compiled by a scientist who died a decade ago. In order to protect her research from those who would seek to destroy it, she had it locked inside a safe. In case she was not alive when the research was needed, she ordered that her office and the safe be preserved, and she created a series of clues that would lead to the combinations. The survival of Earth depends on you. Work fast. Every minute without the research the ice advances south.

Adults

ADULT DIY - CREATE WITH CARD MAKING

Wednesday, February 8, 15 - 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Learn how to create your own cards using the basic techniques of calligraphy and stamping on different colour shades and weight of paper.

ADULT DIY - FRIDAY ART CLUB

Fridays - 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.

A weekly, informal art-making club where you can share artistic ideas and techniques with fellow aspiring artists. Don’t underestimate the value of art as a way to cope with stress and calm the mind. Open to participants of all skill levels.

LEARN TO DRAW - SERIES ONE

ONE BOOK LAMBTON

Mondays - 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.

An artist-led weekly drawing program for beginners. During this 8-week series, participants will practice the basics of drawing, learning a different drawing technique each week through guided exercises. This workshop series will help participants develop an awareness of line, volume, form and value and will work with a variety of mediums: pencil, graphite, and charcoal.

Region Four

Brigden Library Kids

AFTERSCHOOL KIDS’ CLUB

Mondays - 3:45 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Ages 6 - 12

Participate in crafts, games and LEGO challenges each week.

LEGO CLUB

Thursday, February 02 - 3:45 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Ages 6 - 12

Test your creativity and engineering skills as you develop problem-solving, hand-eye coordination, patience, and planning skills and complete each week’s LEGO challenge.

Corunna Library

Kids

LEGO CLUB

Tuesdays - 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Ages 6 - 12

Test your creativity and engineering skills as you develop problem-solving, hand-eye coordination, patience, and planning skills and complete each week’s LEGO challenge.

PA DAY EXTRAVAGANZA

Friday, February 3 - 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

Drop in and join the fun as we build, create and explore with crafts, LEGO challenges, and more!

HEAVEN’S WILDLIFE WINTER READING PROGRAM

Saturday, January 28 - 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Learn about local wildlife with Peggy from Heaven’s Wildlife Rescue and their furry friends that they bring with them.

BRIGDEN - CORUNNA - COURTRIGHT - MOORETOWN - PORT LAMBTON - SOMBRAWILKESPORT

Adults

Courtright Library

ADULT DIY

- PEBBLE STONE OWL ON WOOD CREATION

Tuesday, January 10 - 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Transform a slice of wood and two pebble stones into a beautiful winter or spring decoration using paint.

AUTHOR TALK - MARK AARSSEN’S “AN ONION UNDER GLASS”

Tuesday, January 10 - 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Author Mark Aarssen discusses his book, “An Onion Under Glass”, a collection of stories written about his experiences as a police officer in Wallaceburg.

CORUNNA BOOK CLUB

Tuesday, February 21 - 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Participate in thought-provoking discussions and experience new authors. To reserve your copy visit or call Corunna Library at 519-862-1132 or visit lclibrary.ca. To reserve an eBook version, browse the Libby app January: Discuss “The Runaway Heiress” by Meg Tilly. A book filled with romantic suspense. A brave woman on the run from her vindictive husband faces a dangerous path.

February: Discuss “The Book Woman of Troublesome Creek” by Kim Michele Richardson. A historical fiction novel following a packhorse librarian and her quest to bring books to the Appalachian community.

Kids

CREATE WITH PIXEL ART

Saturday, February 11 - 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Thursday, February 16 - 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Ages 6 - 12

Create Pixel Images with different colours using light and translucence. Follow the pattern sequence to create Lite Brite images with the coloured pegs and then observe what happens when different lights are used behind the image.

EXPLORE WITH CODING - CUBELETS AND CUBETTO

Saturday, January 14, 21 - 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Explore coding, problem-solving, and simple robotics using small robotic devices, Cubelets and Cubetto.

SATURDAY KIDS’ CLUB

Saturday, January 7, 28, February 4, 25 - 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Ages 6 - 11

Learn crafting techniques and explore your imagination at this weekly program designed to enhance fine motor function and expand creativity.

READ ALOUD BOOK CLUB

Thursdays - 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Sit back and enjoy a relaxing hour of storytelling, while sipping on some warm cocoa. Library staff will read ”Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone” by J.K. Rowling.

PUZZLE/GAME NIGHT

Thursday, January 26 - 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Get your game face on for fun family challenges with a variety of puzzles and board games.

GAME NIGHT AT CORUNNA LIBRARY

Adults

BOOK CLUB

Thursday, January 12, February 9 - 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Participate in thought-provoking discussions and experience new authors. To reserve your copy visit or call Courtright Library at 519-867-2712 or visit lclibrary.ca. To reserve an eBook version, browse the Libby app.

January: Discuss “The Boat People” by Sharon Bala, a fictional story about a group of refugees who survive an ocean voyage to Canada only to face the threat of deportation and accusations in their new land.

February: Discuss “The Four Winds” by Kristin Hannah, a historical fiction novel that explores the decisions one woman must make about her own future in the dust bowl era of the Great Depression.

Mooretown Library

Kids

TECH 101 - DISCOVERY WEDNESDAYS

Wednesday, January 11, February 8 - 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Ages 6 - 12

Participate in an hour of tech discovery as we play and build with a different piece of technology each month.

Adults

BOOK CLUB

Monday, January 30, February 27 - 12:45 p.m. to 1:45 p.m.

Participate in thought-provoking discussions and experience new authors. To reserve your copy visit or call Mooretown Library at 519-867-2823 or visit lclibrary.ca.

To reserve an eBook version, browse the Libby app.

Port Lambton Library

Kids

KIDS’ DIY - CRAFTERNOON

Wednesdays - 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Learn about shapes, colors and textures and practice cutting skills as we work with different materials to make something each week.

STEAM FAMILY DAY

Saturday, February 18 - 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

Crafts, and coding activities for the entire family. Explore art and science with family friendly games, crafts and activities featuring the library’s S.T.E.M. technology. This will be a family activity.

FAMILY READ ALONG

Saturday, January 28 - 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Celebrate Family Literacy Week with a readaloud story, crafts and join staff for a read-aloud and accompanying activities to get you pumped up for reading! Staff will read a family-appropriate story and then activities will be available to encourage a love of reading and reading as a family.

Teens

TEEN DIY - COMIC BOOK CANVAS

Saturday, February 11 - 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

Make your own 3D comic book canvas to give a pow! bam! boom! to your space. Use comic books, canvas, other materials and art techniques to make a comic book collage with 3D action word callouts that pop off the canvas and will make for a stunning and fun pop art piece.

Adults

ADULT DIY

Wednesday, January 11, 25 - 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

January 11 – Wine Bottle Centrepiece: Use a wine bottle and decorative elements, to create a centrepiece for your winter tablescape.

January 25 – Wax Resist Cards and Bookmark Art: Learn about the wax resist and water colour technique to make a bookmark.

Sombra Library Kids

LEGO CLUB

Tuesdays - 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Test your creativity and engineering skills as you develop problem-solving, hand-eye coordination, patience, and planning skills and complete each week’s LEGO challenge.

PA DAY EXTRAVAGANZA

Friday, February 3 - 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Participate in challenges, play games and enjoy a variety of activities and experiments.

Adults

LEARNING FOR LIFE - LEARN TO PLAY CANASTA

Tuesdays - 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Beginners to advance players are invited to join in weekly programs that will help develop your card playing skills with the game Canasta.

BUILDING A BRIDGE DURING LEGO CLUB AT SOMBRA LIBRARY

Wilkesport Library Kids

AFTERSCHOOL KIDS’ CLUB

Thursday, January 5, February 2 - 3:45 p.m. to 4:45 p.m.

Participate in crafts, games and LEGO challenges each week.

CREATE WITH PATTERN ART

Thursday, January 12, 19 - 3:45 p.m. to 4:45 p.m.

Use spirograph kits and ink or with sponges, rollers, and paint to create unique pieces of art. Please dress accordingly.

BUILD A READING FORT

Thursday, February 23 - 3:45 p.m. to 4:45 p.m.

Ages 5 - 12

Use the blankets, sheets, tarp, and pillows provided to create a cozy space in the library to curl up and read banned books together.

EXPLORE WITH CODING

Thursday, February 9, 16 - 3:45 p.m. to 4:45 p.m.

February 9 – Dash and Dot: Learn how to put together the code to direct Dash and Dot robots.

February 16 – Ozobots: Learn the basics of coding using Ozobots, small coding robots, to understand how exactly codes need to be written in order for computers or robots to follow them.

KIDS’ DIY- CRAFTY MORNING

Saturday, January 14, February 11, 25 - 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.

Ages 5 - 10

Work with different materials to create, build, and explore craft projects as you learn about shapes, colors and textures and practice scissor cutting skills.

FAMILY GAME NIGHT

Thursday, January 26 - 4:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Learn a new-to-you board game with your family. Available games include Settlers of Cattan, Quiddler, the Family version of What Do You Meme.

Teens

TEEN DIY CLUB

Saturday, January 7, February 4 - 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Relax and explore your creative side on the first Saturday of the month. Each month we will try something new and choose what the next project will be.

Adults

ADULT DIY

Thursday, January 19, February 16 - 5:45 p.m. to 6:45 p.m. January 19 – Spirographs: Exploring with different ink types and colours, we will create beautiful patterns to use.

February 16 – Night Sky Panels: Learn how to blend colour shades to create a winter night sky in a series of panels using pastel chalk.

LUNCH TIME BOOK CLUB

Tuesday, February 28 - 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Participate in thought-provoking discussions and experience new authors. To reserve your copy visit or call Wilkesport Library at 519-864-4000 or visit lclibrary.ca. To reserve an eBook version, browse the Libby app.

Region Five

Bright’s Grove Library

Kids

AFTERSCHOOL KIDS’ CLUB - WORDOODLE

Wednesday, January 4 - 3:30 p.m. to 4:15 p.m.

Ages 6 - 12

Can you turn the word “cat” into a cat-doodle? Follow directions as you transform words/digits into fun characters!

KIDS’ DIY

Wednesday, January 18, February 1 - 3:30 p.m. to 4:15 p.m.

Ages 6 - 12

January 18 – Bead Snake: Get creative and make a fun bead snake. Did you know that Canada is home to the largest known snake gathering in the world? Don’t worry, it occurs in Manitoba! Create a beaded snake that you can take home and enjoy.

February 1 – Heart Wreath: Cut out colourful hearts and combine them to create a wreath, just in time for Valentine’s Day.

SATURDAY KIDS’ CLUB

Saturday, January 7, February 4, 11, 18 - 10:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.

Ages 6 - 10

January 7 – Fortune Tellers: Create your own fortune teller using origami paper.

February 4 – Valentine Crowns: Make a colourful crown for you to wear this Valentine’s Day.

February 11 – Indoor Sidewalk Chalk: Don’t let winter stop you from creating beautiful sidewalk chalk art and help us decorate our indoor sidewalk.

February 18 – Winter Mural: Create a large-scale piece of art showing your favorite winter activities. We will hang the mural temporarily in the library.

WINTER READING PROGRAM - HEAVEN’S WILDLIFE

Saturday, February 4 - 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Learn about local wildlife with Peggy from Heaven’s Wildlife Rescue and their furry friends that they bring with them.

Teens

POETRY READ ALOUD

Tuesday, February 7 - 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Listen to some poetry and share some of your own favourite poetry (or maybe some you wrote)!

Adults

LEARNING FOR LIFE - LIFE ‘HACKS’

Monday, January 9 - 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Learn about home and beauty hacks to make your life easier! There are many ‘hacks’ out there to help you save time, but not all of them work. We’ve tested a number and will share the of those that were successful, to help you make everyday life more efficient.

LEARNING FOR LIFE - ALZHEIMER’S AWARENESS

Friday, January 13 - 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.

January is Alzheimer’s Awareness Month. Learn about Alzheimer’s disease, as well as the supports available in Lambton County for those effected by this disease. Our guest speaker will be Christine from the Alzheimer Society of Sarnia.

LEARNING FOR LIFE - CYBERBULLYING

Thursday, January 19 - 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Learn about cyberbullying, signs and prevention with our special guest speaker from the Ontario Provincial Police.

BRIGHT’S GROVE - CAMLACHIE - MALLROAD - POINT EDWARD - WYOMING

LEARNING FOR LIFE - BANG CUTTING FOR BEGINNERS

Monday, January 23 - 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Learn how to carefully cut bangs and save yourself that extra trip to the hairdresser! Take part in this instructional tutorial with tips and tricks to give yourself, your family, or your friends a quick bang trim or even add some into your own hair. Our Branch Assistant, Louise, leading this program is a former hairdresser, sharing her tips and tricks on cutting and/or maintaining your bangs.

LEARNING FOR LIFE - TRUE CRIME NIGHT

Monday, February 6 - 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Participants will be given a casefile with notes, timelines, suspects, etc. Discuss the events and who could have been responsible. Join us to investigate the JonBenet Ramsey case. Review the case file with notes, timelines, and suspects and join in the discussion of what really happened on the night of December 25, 1996.

LEARNING FOR LIFE - FRIEND SPEED DATING

Monday, February 20 - 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Widen your friend group by meeting other like-minded adults looking for a friendship connection. It’s often a struggle for people in their 20’s and 30’s to find new friends in the area.

TECH 101 - ELIBRARY RESOURCES

Wednesday, January 11 - 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Learn about Lambton County Library’s eLibrary resources from our Technical Services team. Topics covered will include eBooks, eAudiobooks, eNewspapers, online learning opportunities and more. This is a drop-in session. You are welcome to bring your own devices, Please ensure that you bring the necessary passwords for Apple IDs or Google Accounts to ensure that you are able to install apps if needed.

TECH TUTOR

Wednesday, January 11, 25, February 8, 22 - 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Need help navigating your computer, iPad or phone? Trying to set up an e-mail? We can help. Book a one-onone session with one of our staff members.

Camlachie Library Kids

AFTERSCHOOL KIDS’ CLUB

Thursday, January 5, February 2 - 3:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Ages 3 - 6

January 5 – Paper Mitten Garland: Read “The Mitten” by Jim Aylesworth, and Barbara McClintock, then decorate paper mittens and string them together to create a cute winter garland.

February 2 – Moon Sand: Learn about the moon as we read “Attack of the Evil Minions” by Kirsten Mayer and then create moon sand to play with.

SATURDAY KIDS’ CLUB

Saturday, January 28, February 25 - 2:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. January 28 – Melted Snowmen: Create a play with melted snowmen in this fun ooblek-based program. Decorate a bag to store your creation in.

February 25 – Sling Shot: Using cardboard and rubber-bands this toy is sure to knock down the targets! Assemble your very own mini toy sling shot, perfect to take down mini targets.

ICE AGE BREAKOUT ESCAPE ROOM

WINTER READING PROGRAM

Monday, February 13 - 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. Wednesday, February 15 - 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Saturday, February 18 - 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. Ages 10 and up

It is 50 years in the future; a series of catastrophic volcanic eruptions has caused the earth to descend into an ice age. The key to the earth’s survival may rest with the research compiled by a scientist who died a decade ago. In order to protect her research from those who would seek to destroy it, she had it locked inside a safe. In case she was not alive when the research was needed, she ordered that her office and the safe be preserved, and she created a series of clues that would lead to the combinations. The survival of Earth depends on you. Work fast. Every minute without the research the ice advances south.

Adults

BOOK CLUB

Thursday, January 19, February 16 - 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Participate in thought-provoking discussions and experience new authors. To reserve your copy visit or call Camlachie Library at 519-899-2202 or visit lclibrary.ca. To reserve an eBook version, browse the Libby app.

January: Discuss “The Last Story of Mina Lee” by Nancy Jooyoun Kim, a culturally diverse domestic fiction, about hidden family histories. In 1987, Mina Lee flies from Seoul to Los Angeles to start a new life. Thirty years later, Margot Lee speaks to her mother for the last time. Between these two moments extends a lifetime of secrets.

February: Discuss “The Book Club” by Mary Alice Monroe, a heart-warming, character driven story about five different women and their remarkable friendship. For five women, their monthly book club meeting is a time to share their hopes, fears, and triumphs. As each woman faces transition, they embrace the challenges that come with change and hold fast to their unfailing friendship.

TECH TUTOR

Monday, January 16, February 6 - 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. Need help navigating your computer, iPad or phone? Trying to set up an e-mail? We can help. Book a one-onone session with one of our staff members.

Mallroad Library

Kids

AFTERSCHOOL KIDS’ CLUBBUILD WITH CONTRAPTIONS

Monday, February 6, 20 - 4:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Develop your understanding of some basic scientific concepts such as gravity, momentum, actions and reactions and simple structures while completing building challenges using cardboard.

KIDS’ DIY

Tuesdays - 4:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

January 10 – Polar Bear Art: Learn how to paint using a fork. Forks are great at making furry looking patterns and textures, and what better animal to test out your new fork painting skills on than a polar bear?

January 17 – Arctic Fox: Did you know, the fur of an Arctic Fox changes depending on the season? Since it’s winter, we’ll be creating the white version of the Arctic Fox for you to take home and enjoy.

January 24 – Origami: Learn about origami, an ancient art form that uses folded paper to make beautiful creations, then use your new skills to create different animals and objects.

January 31 – Cork Snowman: Stay warm in the library and create a snow-free snowman using corks.

February 7 – Walrus: Did you know that walrus can withstand temperatures as cold as -35 degrees Celsius? Celebrate these arctic giants by creating your own walrus to take home.

February 14 – Suncatchers: Create an animal suncatchers to help add sparkle to gloomy winter time.

February 21 – Spinning Snowman: Practice fine motor skills and create a snowy snowman spinner.

February 28 – Flying Owl: Did you know, while they do have a large range of motion, owls can’t actually spin their heads 360 degrees? Celebrate these beautiful birds and make a flying owl.

LEGO CLUB

Wednesday, January 4, 18, February 15 - 4:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Ages 6 - 12

Test your creativity and engineering skills as you develop problem-solving, hand-eye coordination, patience, and planning skills and complete each week’s LEGO challenge.

2:30 p.m.

January 14 – Bottle Cap Tumbler: Create a tumbling, twirling clown craft using upcycled bottle caps.

January 21 – Snowman Cups: Transform a simple styrofoam cup into a snowman decked out in whatever outift you see fit.

February 4 – Watercolour Snowflakes: Experiment using salt and watercolours to make a snowflake. Just like in nature, each of these snowflakes is unique.

February 11 – Snowman: Use paint sticks to create a long snow person. Take your character home to use in puppet shows and imaginary play.

February 25 – Ice Skater: Design and build an ice surface and skater using the power of magnets.

ICE AGE BREAKOUT ESCAPE ROOM

WINTER READING PROGRAM

Tuesday, February 14 - 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Ages 10 and up

It is 50 years in the future; a series of catastrophic volcanic eruptions has caused the earth to descend into an ice age. The key to the earth’s survival may rest with the research compiled by a scientist who died a decade ago. In order to protect her research from those who would seek to destroy it, she had it locked inside a safe. In case she was not alive when the research was needed, she ordered that her office and the safe be preserved, and she created a series of clues that would lead to the combinations. The survival of Earth depends on you. Work fast. Every minute without the research the ice advances south.

Teens

EXPLORE WITH VIRTUAL REALITY – OCULUS GO Monday, January 9, 16 - 4:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Oculus Go is a standalone, all-in-one virtual reality headset controlled by a wireless controller with point capabilities. Choose from a variety of games and interactive experiences.

TEEN DIY Wednesday, January 11, February 8, 22 - 4:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.

January 11 - Bracelet Making: Learn how to create a bracelet using macrame knotting techniques.

February 8 – T-Shirt Rug: Create a colourful, soft rug using upcycled t-shirts. February 22 – Yarn Snowman: Create a snowman using yarn.

A LOVE LETTER TO INDIGENOUS COMMUNITIES EVERYWHERE, “STILL THIS LOVE GOES ON” IS GORGEOUSLY ILLUSTRATED BY JULIE FLETT CELEBRATES SEASONS, NATURE, AND COMMUNITY. BASED ON ACADEMY AWARD-WINNING CREE ICON

Adults

ADULT DIY

Thursdays - 2:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.

January 5 – Paper Flowers: Learn how to create flowers out of paper and brighten up your living space with some colour on these cold dark days.

January 12 – T-Shirt Rug: Create a colourful, soft rug using upcycled t-shirts.

January 19 – Sock Snowman: Use socks to create wintery, snowmen décor.

January 26 – 3D Snowflake: Learn how to create 3D snowflakes.

February 2 – Wooden Trivets: Learn how to create a unique piece of art using clothespins, that is practical too. You can use them as a trivet to keep dishes off the table, or you can use around your home for plant pots, or on the wall as a piece of decor.

February 9 – Wine Bottle Décor: Paint an old wine bottle to make a beautiful piece of decor to use by itself or add your own taper candle to the top.

February 16 – Pinecone Flower Art: Using the unique designs and textures of pinecones, create a piece of art with this untraditional painting method.

February 23 – Large Paper Wreath: Create a large-scale flower using a paper cone folding technique.

LEARNING FOR LIFE - STRING ART

Friday, January 13 - 2:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Learn how to use string to create dynamic artwork for your home or to give as a gift.

LEARNING FOR LIFE - HOT CHOCOLATE SEVEN WAYS

Friday, February 03 - 2:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.

A warm chocolatey beverage is always a treat on a cool winter’s night. Spice up your regular hot chocolate with these seven different styles of hot chocolate, sure to suit your taste.

LEARNING FOR LIFE - ADULT FINGER PAINTING

Friday, February 10 - 2:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Learn how finger painting can be used to create sophisticated pieces of art.

LEARNING FOR LIFE - LIVING WITH STROKE

Friday, February 17 - 2:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.

A facilitator from “Living with Stroke” program will speak on the topic of stroke. “Living With Stroke” is a program from the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada.

MAKERSPACE WORKSHOP - SILHOUETTE DIE CUTTER

Saturday, January 28 - 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. Tuesday, February 7 - 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Would you like to book time with the Silhouette Die Cutter to complete your projects? Become trained on the equipment by attending this workshop. The Silhouette Cameo is an electronic cutting machine that can cut a variety of materials, like paper, vinyl, cardstock, fabric, heat transfer material and more. Its a great tool for projects such as cardmaking and scrapbooking. Once you attend a training workshop, you can book the Silhouette and use it independently.

TECH 101 - ELIBRARY RESOURCES

Wednesday, January 4, February 22 - 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Learn about Lambton County Library’s eLibrary resources from our Technical Services team. Topics covered will include eBooks, eAudiobooks, eNewspapers, online learning opportunities and more. This is a drop-in session. You are welcome to bring your own devices, please ensure that you bring the necessary passwords for Apple IDs or Google Accounts to ensure that you are able to install apps if needed.

TECH TUTOR

Thursday, January 5, 19, 26 - 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Thursday, February 16 - 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. Need help navigating your computer, iPad or phone? Trying to set up an e-mail? We can help. Book a one-onone session with one of our staff members.

Point Edward Library Kids

AFTERSCHOOL KIDS’ CLUB

Tuesdays - 4:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Ages 6 -10

January 3 – Fortune Tellers: Create your own fortune teller using origami paper and folding techniques.

January 10 – Wordoodle: Can you turn the word “cat” into a cat-doodle? Follow directions as you transform words/digits into fun characters!

January 17 – Paper Squishies: Create emoji themed paper squishies following step by step instructions.

January 31 – Snowman Painting: Learn painting techniques as you create a snowman scene.

February 14 – Valentine’s Clip Ons: Create heartfelt messages to those you love, then attach them to clothespins so they can be clipped on and admired.

February 21 – Poetry: Use a variety tools and games to create your own poems.

February 28 – Winter Mural: Whether you’re an artist, or just enjoy getting creative, add your own personal touch to create a large-scale piece of art showing your favorite winter activities. We will hang the mural temporarily in the library.

SATURDAY KIDS’ CLUB

Saturday, January 7, 28, February 18 - 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

Ages 6 - 12

January 7 – Weaving: Learn the art of weaving then practice using ribbon, string and yarn.

January 28: Felt Bird Bookmark: Make a unique felt bird bookmark to use so you know where you stopped in your book.

February 18 – Build with Dynamic Structures: Using paper towel tubes, and more, build structures on your own or as a team to see how tall and strong you can make your structure.

ICE AGE BREAKOUT ESCAPE ROOM WINTER READING PROGRAM

Friday, February 17 - 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Ages 10 and up

It is 50 years in the future; a series of catastrophic volcanic eruptions has caused the earth to descend into an ice age. The key to the earth’s survival may rest with the research compiled by a scientist who died a decade ago. In order to protect her research from those who would seek to destroy it, she had it locked inside a safe. In case she was not alive when the research was needed, she ordered that her office and the safe be preserved, and she created a series of clues that would lead to the combinations. The survival of Earth depends on you. Work fast. Every minute without the research the ice advances south.

Teens

TEEN DIY

Saturday, January 7, February 18 - 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. January 7 – Straw Weaving: Create a woven bracelet for yourself or give to a friend or family member.

February 18 – Emoji Keychains: Make keychains that resemble your favourite emojis using coloured felt that are perfect to attach to your bag or hang in your locker.

Adults

ADULT DIY

Friday, January 13, February 24 - 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Work on your hand sewing skills and techniques as you learn how to handstitch animals using felt.

January 13: Owls

February 24: Mice

BOOK CLUB

Wednesday, January 4, February 1 - 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.

Participate in thought-provoking discussions and experience new authors. To reserve your copy visit or call Point Edward Library at 519-336-3291 or visit lclibrary.ca. To reserve an eBook version, browse the Libby app.

January: Discuss “The Glass Hotel” by Emily St. John Mandel. “The Glass Hotel” weaves together the lives of characters, weaving between the ship, the skyscrapers of Manhattan and the wilderness of remote British Columbia, painting a breathtaking picture of greed and guilt, fantasy and delusion, art and the ghosts of our pasts.

February: Discuss “Cloud Cuckoo Land” by Anthony Doerr, a historical and speculative fiction story about the importance of saving stories. The book follows five characters whose stories, despite spanning nearly six centuries, are bound together by their mutual love for a single book.

LEARNING

FOR LIFE - SOUP DAY PREP

Friday, January 27 - 6:00 p.m. to 6:45 p.m.

Get ready for National Soup Day as we explore Canada’s soup history, swap favorite soup recipes and sample soup.

TECH 101 - ELIBRARY RESOURCES

Wednesday, February 15 - 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Learn about Lambton County Library’s eLibrary resources from our Technical Services team. Topics covered will include eBooks, eAudiobooks, eNewspapers, online learning opportunities and more. This is a drop-in session. You are welcome to bring your own devices. Please ensure that you bring the necessary passwords for Apple IDs or Google Accounts to ensure that you are able to install apps if needed.

TECH TUTOR

Wednesday, January 4, 18 - 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Need help navigating your computer, iPad or phone? Trying to set up an e-mail? We can help. Book a one-onone session with one of our staff members.

MAKERSPACE WORKSHOP - BUTTON MAKER

Friday, January 13 - 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Tuesday, January 17, February 14, 28 - 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Saturday, January 28 - 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Would you like to book time with the Button Maker to complete your projects? Take training on the equipment by attending this workshop! The button maker makes two inch buttons and buttons with a magnet backing with a few quick presses of a lever. After you complete the button maker training workshop you can book the button maker to create your own unique buttons and work independently.

LEARNING FOR LIFE SOUP DAY PREP

Friday, January 27 6:00 - 6:45 p.m. Point Edward Library

Wyoming Library Kids

AFTERSCHOOL KIDS’ CLUB

Tuesday, January 10, 17, 24, 31, February 7, 14, 21, 284:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Ages 6 - 12

January 10 – Build with Dynamic Sturctures: This program will explore structural engineering concepts and simple machines using Rigamajig for Beginner Builders.

January 17 – Melted Snowman: Do you wanna build a snowman? We do! This snowman might have melted, but it can still provide hours of fun! These oobleck filled bag are great for sensory play, and creating it helps develop fine motor skills.

January 24 – Salt Snowflakes: Create colourful salt snowflakes, as unique as the real thing. Salt painting is a fun colouring/painting activity to watch and creates beautiful, textured pieces of art for you to take home.

January 31 – Snowstorm in a Jar: You can play in snow and keep your hands warm, with this cool science experiment. Learn how to make a snowstorm in a jar.

February 7 – Sling Shot: Using cardboard and rubberbands assemble your own mini toy sling shot.

February 14 – Explore with Coding: Learn coding fundamentals and explore the world of robotics using basic coding and robotic equipment. Participants will discover how to draw codes for Ozobots, small line-reading robots that follow directions drawn with markers, in order to act out a story.

February 21 – Inspiration Boards: What are your goals and dreams? Create and inspirational board to inspire good vibes and set your goals and dreams out as a visual reminder of what you’d like to achieve.

February 28 – Glittery Icicles: Create dazzling icicles that won’t melt in the house. This is a sparkling way to cheer up your wintery days.

SATURDAY KIDS’ CLUB

Saturday, January 7, 21, February 4, 18 - 1:00 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. Ages 5 - 8

January 7 – Paper Winter Village: Create a small 3-D paper village, with the perfect winter feel.

January 21 – Melted Snowman: Do you wanna build a snowman? We do! This snowman might have melted, but it can still provide hours of fun! These oobleck filled bag are great for sensory play, and creating it helps develop fine motor skills.

February 4 – Paper Plate Iceskater: Using a paper plate and popsicle stick, we take to the ice! Create your own paper ice-skating figure with a paper plate and popsicle stick.

February 18 – Winter Painting: Learn how to paint a winter scene that showcases a cardinal.

KIDS’ DIY

Wednesdays - 3:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Ages 5 – 8

January 4 – Spoon Critters: Use plastic spoons, glue and pipe cleaners to create little critters to take home.

January 11 – Sling Shot: Using cardboard and rubberbands assemble your very own mini toy sling shot, perfect to take down mini targets.

January 18 – Moon Sand: Learn about the moon as we create moon sand to play with.

January 25 – Things That Fly: Read “Rosie Revere, Engineer” by Andrea Beaty then create different flying contraptions using paper.

February 1 – Snowman Lanterns: Create a little winter friend that will brighten up your room using a mason jar and paint.

February 8 – Heart Bouquet: With Valentine’s Day around the corner why not make a beautiful paper heart bouquet and decorate them to your hearts content?

February 15 – Paper Mitten Garland: Listen to “The Mitten” by Jim Aylesworth, and Barbara McClintock, then decorate paper mittens and string them together to create a cute winter garland.

February 22 – Clay Pencil Toppers: Tired of boring pencils? Make your own pencil topper to inspire you to write. Using clay, paint, and some imagination, we will create fun pencil toppers that are sure to inspire.

LEGO CLUB

Thursday, February 2, 9, 16, 23 - 4:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Ages 6 - 12

Test your creativity and engineering skills as you develop problem-solving, hand-eye coordination, patience, and planning skills and complete each week’s LEGO challenge.

ICE AGE BREAKOUT ESCAPE ROOM

WINTER READING PROGRAM

Thursday, February 16 - 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. and 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.

Ages 10 and up

It is 50 years in the future; a series of catastrophic volcanic eruptions has caused the earth to descend into an ice age. The key to the earth’s survival may rest with the research compiled by a scientist who died a decade ago. In order to protect her research from those who would seek to destroy it, she had it locked inside a safe. In case she was not alive when the research was needed, she ordered that her office and the safe be preserved, and she created a series of clues that would lead to the combinations. The survival of Earth depends on you. Work fast. Every minute without the research the ice advances south.

Adults

ADULT DIY - POPCORN SEASONING MIXES

Thursday, January 19 – 1:30 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Spicy or sweet, what’s your flavour combination? Spend your evening creating different seasoning mixes for popcorn to maximize the flavour of this easy treat.

ADULT DIY - WINTER BERRY PAINTING

Thursday, January 5 - 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Step into beginner painting with this instructed class showing the basics of painting and how easy it can be to bring a painting to life.

BOOK CLUB

Wednesday, January 11, February 8 - 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Participate in thought-provoking discussions and experience new authors. To reserve your copy visit or call Wyoming Library at 519-845-0181 or visit lclibrary.ca. To reserve an eBook version, browse the Libby app. January: Julianne Maclean’s, “A Fire Sparkling” is a spellbinding novel about one woman’s love, loss and courage during wartime. After a crushing betrayal, Gillian retreats to her family home for a much-needed escape. But she finds an old photograph of her grandmother in the arms of a Nazi officer, Gillian’s life gets even more complicated. February: “The Last Thing He Told Me” by Laura Dave, a fast-moving, heartfelt thriller. Before Owen Michaels disappears, he smuggles a note to his beloved wife of one year.

LEARNING FOR LIFEPOSTPARTUM DISCUSSION AND SUPPORT GROUP

Tuesday, January 10 - 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.

Learn about the importance of postpartum health and find an open space to ask your questions with postpartum doula, Heather Mitchell. Meet with other parents and find a new level of support within your community. All parents welcome, as well as baby. If you can’t travel to the library, join us online through our Zoom option (listed as separate event in calendar).

LEARNING FOR LIFEWINTER EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS

Thursday, January 12 - 1:30 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Before another ‘snow-mageddon’ arrives, be prepared. Learn various ways to be prepared for the winter weather, including quick tips to help you make the most out of a weather emergency.

LEARNING FOR LIFE - MUG MEALS

Thursday, January 26 - 1:30 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Learn about making mug meals, meals you can make in a mug, from breakfast to dinner and even dessert. Quick and easy ideas to cook at home, work, or away at school.

LEARNING FOR LIFE - PIZZA DOUGH AND MORE

Thursday, February 9

1:30 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. It’s time to think outside the pizza box! Learn how to make your own pizza dough and all the things you can do with it.

MAKERSPACE - SEWING MACHINE TRAINING WORKSHOP

Thursday, January 12 - 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Saturday, January 28 - 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Thursday, February 9 - 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Would you like to book time with the sewing machine to complete your projects? Become trained on the equipment by attending this workshop. The Janome Model 5060 QDC computerized sewing machine is ideal for beginners and advanced users alike, and comes pre-programmed with 24 different types of stitches and a computerized screen that allows you to easily select your own stitching. The sewing machine is bookable once you attend a training workshop, so don’t hesitate to sign up!

LEARNING FOR LIFE WINTER EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS

Thursday, January 12 1:30 - 2:00 p.m. OR 6:30 - 7:00 p.m. Wyoming Library

TECH 101 - ELIBRARY RESOURCES

Wednesday, February 8 - 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Learn about Lambton County Library’s eLibrary resources from our Technical Services team. Topics covered will include eBooks, eAudiobooks, eNewspapers, online learning opportunities and more. This is a drop-in session. You are welcome to bring your own devices. Please ensure that you bring the necessary passwords for Apple IDs or Google Accounts to ensure that you are able to install apps if needed.

TECH TUTOR

Thursday, January 12, February 9 - 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. Need help navigating your computer, iPad or phone? Trying to set up an e-mail? We can help. Book a one-onone session with one of our staff members.

Online Programs

The following programs will be hosted online through Zoom. A Zoom link will be emailed to you upon registration. For help setting up Zoom, please call the library for technical support at 519-337-3291. Pre-registration is required at all programs. Register by visiting the online calendar at lclibrary.ca or calling your local library.

Kids

AUTHOR TALK - ERIC WALTERS

Tuesday, January 24 - 9:30 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. Grades 4 - 6

Engage with Governor General Award winning author, Eric Walters, in a virtual presentation. Eric will talk to students about the writing process and his books using a variety of media including slideshow, Power Point and videos. At the end of the presentation he enjoys taking questions. His goal is to inspire participants to be more interested in both reading and writing.

BUXTON NATIONAL HISTORIC SITE & MUSEUM

BLACK HISTORY MONTH

Thursday, February 9 - 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.

Go on a virtual tour with Michelle Robbins, Assistant Curator of the Buxton National Historic Site & Museum, and learn about North Buxton, one of the last stops on the Underground Railroad. North Buxton is a community in Chatham-Kent that was established in 1849 as a community for and by former African-American slaves who escaped to Canada to gain freedom. Many of the residents of North Buxton are descendants of the original founders of the community. Learn about the history of the community and its relation to the Underground Railroad in this virtual tour of the National Historic Site & Museum.

Adults

POSTPARTUM

DISCUSSION AND SUPPORT GROUP

Tuesday, January 10 - 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.

Learn about the importance of postpartum health and find an open space to ask your questions with postpartum doula, Heather Mitchell. Meet with other parents and find a new level of support within your community. All parents welcome, as well as baby. Also available in person at Wyoming Library.

NON-FICTION BOOK CLUB

Tuesday, January 17 - 2:00 p.m. to 2:45 p.m.

Participate in thought-provoking discussions and experience new non-fiction authors. To reserve your copy of the book visit any Lambton County Library location or visit lclibrary.ca. To reserve an eBook version, browse the Libby app.

Library Hours and Phone Numbers

Location Information & Hours Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun

Alvinston 519-898-2921 10am-3pm 3pm-8pm 10am-3pm 3pm-8pm 10am-1pm

Arkona 519-828-3406 3pm-7pm 10am-2pm 10am-2pm

Brigden 519-864-1142 2pm-7pm 2pm-7pm 10am-3pm 2pm-7pm 10am-3pm

Bright’s Grove 519-869-2351 10am-8pm 10am-8pm 10am-8pm 10am-8pm 10am-3pm 10am-3pm

Camlachie 519-899-2202 10am-2pm 4pm-8pm 4pm-8pm 10am-2pm

Corunna 519-862-1132 10am-7pm 10am-7pm 10am-7pm 10am-7pm 10am-7pm 10am-1pm

Courtright 519-867-2712 10am-2pm 4pm-8pm 10am-2pm

Florence 519-692-3213 10am-2pm 4pm-8pm 10am-2pm

Forest 519-786-5152 9am-8pm 9am-8pm 9am-8pm 9am-8pm 9am-5pm 9am-5pm 12pm-5pm

Grand Bend 519-238-2067 9am-7pm 9am-7pm 9am-7pm 9am-7pm 9am-3pm 9am-12pm

Inwood 519-844-2491 4pm-8pm 10am-2pm 10am-2pm

Mallroad 519-542-2580 9am-8pm 9am-8pm 9am-8pm 9am-8pm 9am-5pm 9am-5pm 12pm-5pm

Mooretown 519-867-2823 9am–1pm 4pm–8 pm 9am–1pm

Oil Springs 519-834-2670 10am-2pm 4pm–8 pm 10am-2pm

Petrolia 519-882-0771 9am-8pm 9am-8pm 9am-8pm 9am-8pm 9am-6pm 9am-6pm 11am-2pm

Point Edward 519-336-3291 10am-3pm 2pm-7pm 10am-3pm 2pm-7pm 10am-3pm

Port Franks 519-243-2820 10am-2pm 3pm-7pm 10am-2pm

Port Lambton 519-677-5217 10am-2pm 3pm-7pm 10am-2pm

Sarnia 519-337-3291 9am-8pm 9am-8pm 9am-8pm 9am-8pm 9am-8pm 9am-5pm 2pm-5pm

Shetland 519-695-3330 10am-2pm 4pm-8pm 10am-2pm

Sombra 519-892-3711 3pm-7pm 10am-2pm 10am-2pm

Thedford 519-296-4459 10am-2pm 4pm-8pm 4pm-8pm

Watford 519-876-2204 10am-6pm 12pm-8pm 10am-6pm 12pm-8pm 10am-1pm

Wilkesport 519-864-4000 9am-1pm 3pm-7pm 9am-1pm

Wyoming 519-845-0181 10am-8pm 12pm-8pm 10am-8pm 12pm-8pm 9am-5pm 9am-1pm