Check It Out! - March - April 2023

Your guide to Lambton County Library news and programs.

INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY PROGRAMMING

Welcome to Check It Out!

Welcome to Check It Out! your source for programs and events at Lambton County Library. Stop by your local library for March Break programs, enjoy a concert, and pick up your seeds to begin planting.

In this issue, explore what programs the library has to offer as we look forward to spring. From March to April we have a number of special events related

to this year’s One Book Lambton selection, Still Life by Louise Penny. Explore themes of the novel through these unique programs, see pages 4-5.

Beginning on page 7 you will find a list of events and programs at each library for March and April. 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.

International Women’s Day

Lambton County Library celebrates International Women’s Day (IWD) annually. This year, in partnership with the Famous 5 Foundation - Sarnia Lambton Committee, and the Judith and Norman Alix Art Gallery, Sarnia Library will be displaying the Famous Five Maquette sculpture during IWD events. This sculpture is a miniature of the Women Are Persons! monument in Olympic Plaza, Calgary and on Plaza Bridge near the Senate of Canada, Ottawa.

The sculpture features Nellie McClung, Emily Murphy, Louise McKinney, Irene Parlby, and Henrietta (Muir) Edwards. It has been travelling throughout Canada and will be available for viewing during IWD events happening at Sarnia Library as well as 15 minutes before and after, in the theatre lobby. More information about IWD events being hosted by Lambton County Library can be found on page six. Lambton County Library’s IWD programs will celebrate and encourage patrons to learn about the women of Lambton County, both past and present, who have helped lead and shape our community.

Photo credit: Lambton Heritage Museum. Arkona Women’s Institute, 1910.

Escape Rooms were a hit during winter reading program

Important Dates

INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY: MARCH 8

MARCH BREAK: MARCH 11 - 19

FRIDAY, APRIL 7: ALL LIBRARIES AND BOOK RETURN BINS ARE CLOSED

CLOSED!

SUNDAY, APRIL 9: ALL LIBRARIES AND BOOK RETURN BINS ARE CLOSED

MONDAY, APRIL 10: ALL LIBRARIES AND BOOK RETURN BINS ARE CLOSED

Upcoming Events

ONE SEED LAMBTON: PICK-UP YOUR SEEDS STARTING MARCH 1 (ONGOING)

HUNTING RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES: MARCH 15, FOREST LIBRARY

INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY PROGRAMMING: MARCH 1 - 15, SARNIA LIBRARY

NLSS JAZZ BAND AND CHOIR: APRIL 21, SARNIA LIBRARY THEATRE

Staff Picks

Are you getting ready for a trip? Before you jet off, pick-up one of Branch Assistant Janni Rosenfeld’s ‘Top 10 Books to Read on Vacation’:

1. Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus

2. The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo by Taylor Jenkins Reid

3. The Last Thing He Told Me by Laura Dave

4. The Art of Racing in the Rain by Garth Stein

5. A Town Called Solace by Mary Lawson

6. Still Life by Louise Penny

7. Book Lovers by Emily Henry

8. The Paris Apartment by Lucy Foley

9. It Starts With Us by Colleen Hoover

10. I Found You by Lisa Jewell

FOR MORE INFORMATION OR TO BORROW ANY OF THESE TITLES, VISIT LCLIBRARY.CA!

One Book Lambton

One Book Lambton, which aims to unite people around Lambton County by reading the same book, will enter its fourth year with an intense thriller, “Still Life” by Louise Penny. The first of eighteen books in this thrilling series, which has also premiered as an Amazon Prime TV series called “Three Pines”, the novel will be inspiring programs and events that explore the themes of the book, until April.

Still Life Drawing Workshop

Judith & Norman Alix Art Gallery | March 9 | 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.

AGES 16+

A collaboration between Sarnia Library and JNAAG. Warm up with a quick drawing exercise before moving on to create a finished piece. Still life drawing and painting have been a foundational style and artistic practice for centuries. Examine elements of life as you learn about intentions behind still life styles.

Paint Party with ArtZ Den

Painting is a great way to have fun, relax and socialize. With step-by-step guidance from the talented artists from ArtZ Den (Petrolia), learn new skills, and ignite your creativity. Whether you are experienced or just looking to explore your creative side, you will go home with a beautiful acrylic creation that is uniquely yours.

Corunna Library Thursday, March 2

- 8:30 p.m.

Petrolia Library Monday, March 20 6:00 - 8:30 p.m.

Point Edward Library Saturday, April 1 6:00 - 8:30 p.m.

Books, Beverages and Baked Goods

ADULTS

Once you’ve finished reading “Still Life” by Louise Penny, explore themes and topics in the book through a guided discussion. Enjoy coffee, tea, and local baked good during the discussion to help set the mood and re-create the scents and tastes of the cozy bistro.

March 21

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Bullseye! Archery Workshop

Lambton County Library has partnered with the Sarnia School of Archery to offer 1-hour events where you will learn how to use a bow and arrow, and practice hitting that bullseye! Experienced staff from the Sarnia School of Archery will go through everything you need to know: the different bows, the gear, the steps to shoot an arrow, and most importantly - how to use a bow and arrow safely!

Experiments in Art

Shetland Library | Mondays, March 6 - April 24 | 12:00 - 1:00 p.m.

ADULTS

Explore different art-making techniques, inspired by themes and topics related to “Still Life,” by Louise Penny. Participants will work with a variety of mediums: painting, printmaking, photography, sculpture, etc. Open to all skill levels.

Hunting Rights and Responsibilities

Forest Library | Wednesday, March 15 | 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.

ADULTS

Whether this is your first hunting season or you’re a seasoned hunter, it’s important to keep current on your rights and responsibilities. A Conservation Officer from the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry will join us to discuss hunting methods, restrictions and safety within the Fish and Wildlife Conservation Act.

International Women’s Day

International Women’s Day (IWD) is an annual celebration of the achievements of women across the world, a day dedicated to bringing attention to the work towards women’s equality that is ongoing. As part of Lambton County Library’s annual celebration of this day, you’re invited to particpiate in programs designed to educate, empower and engage our community. Take time to view the Maquette sculpture which will only be on display in the Lobby of Sarnia Library Theatre 15 minutes before, during and 15 minutes after programs taking place at Sarnia Library Theatre. Register for programs at lclibrary.ca

Programs and Events

Voices of Lambton: Women in Business

Sarnia Library Theatre | Wednesday, March 1, 2023 | 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

In this moderated panel discussion, four local women will share influential moments in their lives and careers, adversities overcome, impactful choices, issues championed and lessons learned. Learn about what drives these women, their successes and challenges as they’ve broken barriers and achieved success in the business world.

Moderator: Chantelle Core (Manager, Small Business Enterprise Centre)

Panelists: Susan Chamberlain (The Book Keeper), Lo-Anne Chan (Jiak), Jaclyn Sanders (Guild Chocolates)

History of Women in Lambton County

Sarnia Library Theatre | Monday, March 6, 2023 | 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Women of Lambton County have guided and inspired our community and their families for generations. They have made an impact at the provincial and national level, and proven how much they can accomplish. Join Curator/Supervisor Dana Thorne from Lambton Heritage Museum as she explores this rich history.

History of Women’s Institutes in Lambton County

Alvinston Library | Thursday, March 9, 2023 | 1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Explore the rich history of Women’s Institutes across Lambton County with Archivist Nicole Aszalos. Learn about Tweedsmuir histories through the stories and materials from the Lambton County Archives collection and discover how they share the history of our local communities.

Teen DIY: Suffrage Banners and Pink Tea

Sarnia Library Makerspace | Thursday, March 9, 2023 | 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Create your own ‘suffrage banner’ to promote a cause you’re passionate about while you enjoy snacks and a hot beverage in this modern day version of a pink tea. Engage with Frances Wright, CEO and Co-Founder, Famous 5 Foundation.

Voices of Lambton: Community-Driven Women

Sarnia Library Theatre | Wednesday, March 15, 2023 | 7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

Learn about what drives community leaders who, in addition to all their volunteer work and community advocacy, share a commonality of working in traditionally male-dominated fields.

Moderator: Rev. Chris O’Reilly

Panelists: Margaret Capes, Maureen E. Kelly, Eve Morgan

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.

from March 10 - April 14

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.

Toddler Tales

AGES 2 - 3

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.

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 March 11 - April 15

- 10:30 a.m.

Mallroad Library Saturdays from March 11 - April 15

Petrolia Library Saturdays from March 11 - April 15

Sarnia Library Saturdays from March 11 - April 15

Exploring Languages

French Story Time

AGES 3 - 7

Young learners and parents can gain early exposure to French language and literacy skills through story time, songs and activities in French.

- 10:30 a.m.

SARNIA Region One

Sarnia Library

Kids

EXPLORE WITH ELECTRICITY

Sunday, March 5 – 3:00 p.m. to 3:45 p.m.

Saturday, March 18 – 3:00 p.m. to 3:45 p.m.

Ages 6+

Explore with electricity in this program that will promote the development of science literacy skills, including understanding the basics of a circuit, power sources, switches, and outputs.

March 5 – Explore the World of Electricity

March 18 – Use Power Tiles to Create Inventions

CREATE WITH PIXEL ART - PERLER BEADS

Wednesday, March 8 – 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Friday, March 31 – 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Ages 8 - 10

Create and put together your own character design using Perler beads! Choose from a variety of bead colours and peg boards.

LEARNING FOR LIFE - SPHEROS

Monday, March 13 – 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Friday, March 17 – 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Saturday, April 15 – 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Ages 8 -10

Come play with the Spheros; educational robots created to teach simple coding through the use of an app. Make Sphero dance, bowl, or race through an obstacle course, if you can code it, Sphero can do it!

KIDS’ DIY

Saturday, March 11, April 8 – 2:00 p.m. to 2:45 p.m.

Sunday, April 23 – 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Ages 4 - 10

March 11 – Tissue Paper Painting: Learn a new painting technique using tissue paper and white crayons.

April 8 – Create with Watercolours: Find inspiration in the spring buds as they are appearing on trees and use watercolours and water to make a bubble tree. Liquid paints will be used; please dress accordingly.

April 23 – Mother’s Day Cards: Experiment with different calligraphy tools, stamps and other card making supplies. Get ready for Mother’s Day, or any upcoming special occasion, with a homemade card.

KIDS’ GAME NIGHT - MINUTE-TO-WIN-IT

Tuesday, March 14 – 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Participate in creative Minute-to-Win-It challenges.

STEAM CHALLENGE

Wednesday, March 15 – 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Thursday, March 16 – 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Saturday, April 22 – 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Ages 8 -10

March 15 & 16 – Build With Pins, Clips, and Sticks: Conquer building challenges using household items.

April 22 – Create a Launcher: Create a contraption that can launch a small object as far as possible using the materials provided.

EXPLORE WITH OZOBOTS

Wednesday, March 15 – 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Saturday, April 29 – 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Ages 6 -10

Learn the basics of how Ozobots - robots used to teach programming - use code and learn how to create code for the Ozobots to follow.

WARRIOR CATS BOOK CLUB

Saturday, March 18 – 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Saturday, April 15 – 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Ages 6 - 12

Explore the popular Warrior Cats series by Erin Hunter. Warrior Cats is based on the adventures and drama of multiple clans of feral cats.

LEGO CLUB

Saturday, March 18 – 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Saturday, April 15 – 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Ages 6 -12

Test your creativity and engineering skills as you develop problem-solving, hand-eye coordination, patience, and planning skills. join us for a variety of fun and easy Lego building challenges.

LEGO CLUB - LISTEN AND BUILD

Saturday, April 1 – 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Ages 6 - 12

Listen to a LEGO themed book then master your LEGO skills with a challenge. Test your creativity and engineering skills as you develop problem-solving, hand-eye coordination, patience, and planning skills.

LEARNING FOR LIFE: ALL ABOUT INSECTS WITH MICHAEL

KENT

Saturday, April 15 – 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Ages 8 - 12

Do you like bugs? Join local insect expert from Lambton Wildlife to learn about insects you know and some you may have never heard of.

The Famous 5

AFTERSCHOOL KIDS’ CLUB

Wednesday, April 5 – 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Ages 8 - 12

Learn how to build different contraptions such as ramps, hammers and seesaws to create a chain reaction! This in person program will focus on building while incorporating elements of S.T.E.A.M. (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics). Children under the age of 10 must be accompanied by an adult. Registration is required.

BUILD WITH CONTRAPTIONS - MARBLE RUNS

Thursday, April 13 – 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Sunday, April 16 – 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Wednesday, April 19 – 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Ages 5+

Develop problem solving skills and an understanding of some basic scientific concepts such as gravity, momentum, actions and reactions, and simple structures. This program will focus on building while incorporating elements of S.T.E.A.M. (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics).

LEARNING FOR LIFE: INTERNET SAFETY FOR KIDS

Saturday, April 29 – 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Ages 9-12

Learn from the Sarnia Sexual Assault Survivors’ Centre to learn all about how to stay safe on your favourite social media apps and games. Gain a better understanding of how sophisticated algorithms use your information to target videos and ads based on your demographics and what you “like” in the app.

On

display at Sarnia Library during International Women’s Day Programming and Events

A tribute to the Five Alberta women who blazed the trail for women's rights in Canada.

The sculpture will be available for viewing during events at Sarnia Library Theatre on March 1, 6, 9 and 15.

Teens

REVERSE SILHOUETTE ART

Saturday, March 4 – 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Use our Cameo Silhouette die cutting machine. Staff will demonstrate how the device works, help you to cut out a shape of your choice, and provide art supplies for you to make an art piece using the silhouette as a negative.

TEEN DIY - CANDLE HOLDER

Wednesday, March 15 - 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Unleash your creativity and make a candle holder using materials cut from the Laser Cutter. Materials will be provided.

MAKERSPACE - CORK COASTERS ON THE LASER CUTTER

Tuesday, April 4– 6:30 p.m. to 7:15 p.m.

Staff will give a demonstration of the laser cutter and guide the engraving of a set of four cork coasters to take home. Materials will be provided.

Adults

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-on-one session with one of our staff members.

LEARNING FOR LIFE - BRING YOUR OWN DEVICE

Sunday, March 5 - 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Sunday, March 26 - 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Bring your device to the library to have questions answered by a library technician. They can assist with smart phones, tablets, e-readers, and electronic library resources such as Libby. Bring charging cables and necessary passwords. This is a drop-in program; no registration required.

ADULT FICTION BOOK CLUB

Monday, March 6, Tuesday, April 11 - 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. March: Read “Old Broad Road” and follow Sylvia on her journey as she encounters a brutal assault, depression and a reconciliation with her estranged family.

April: Discuss “The Judge’s List” by John Grisham, a legal fiction novel about judicial corruption. Investigator Lacy Stoltz takes on a judge that is not taking bribes - but he may be taking lives.

HISTORY OF WOMEN IN LAMBTON COUNTY

Monday, March 6, 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Still Life Drawing Workshop

Ages 16+ | Free | Registration Required

Thursday, March 9 - 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

A collaboration between Sarnia Library and JNAAG

This program is part of a programming series celebrating International Women’s Day. Join Curator/Supervisor Dana Thorne from Lambton Heritage Museum as she explores local stories and shares photographs and artifacts from the museum collection.

LEARNING FOR LIFE - KNIT TO CARE

Wednesday, March 8, April 12 - 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Wednesday, March 29, April 26 - 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Learn basic knit skills starting with the knit and purl stitch. Broaden your skill base with techniques like increase and decrease stitches. Patterns for donation projects are also available.

ENGLISH LANGUAGE LEARNING (ELL) CONVERSATION GROUP

Saturday, March 11, 25 - 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

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

Practice your English through topical discussions and casual conversation with other English language learners in our ELL Conversation Group. All levels of speakers are welcome.

ONE BOOK LAMBTONSTILL LIFE DRAWING @ JNAAG

Thursday, March 9 - 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Inspired by the One Book Lambton selection for 2023, participants in this 2 hour session, will warm up with quick drawing exercises before moving onto creating a finished piece. Please note that this program is being held at the Judith and Norman Alix Art Gallery.

LEARNING FOR LIFE - TRIVIA NIGHT

Monday, March 20, April 17 - 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, March 24, April 21 - 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.

March - Flash Fiction: The challenge here is brevity, every word counts, and the word count limit is strict. Word Count: 100 words; Prompt: ‘spire’

April - Ekphrasis: Try to capture a work of art from another medium, such as painting, sculpture, or music, using words. Word Count: 300 words

ADULT DIY

Thursday, March 23 - 6:30 p.m. to 7:15 p.m.

Friday, April 28 - 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Sunday, April 30 - 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.

March 23 – Reusable Dryer Sponges: Create a tool that is an eco-friendly and economical alternative to throwaway dryer sheets. All materials will be provided and are scent-free.

April 28 – Bad Art: Get creative and make something from nothing using a variety of materials that can be found in the home. Challenge yourself by subverting the conventional ideas of what “good” art is.

April 30 – Crochet Your Granny’s Granny Square: Continue practicing your crochet skills and learn one of the most common and popular crochet projects. Skills Required: slip knot, casting on, chaining, and single stitch New Skill: double crochet stitch Project: granny square

10 WAYS TO IMPROVE YOUR HEALTH WITH NUTRITION - LAMBTON PUBLIC HEALTH

Monday, March 27 - 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Learn about 10 ways to improve your health through nutrition with Health Promoter and Registered Dietitian Connie VanBellinghen.

MAKE OF THE MONTHSEASONAL WELCOME SIGN

Saturday, April 1, 8 - 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Wednesday, April 12, 19 - 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Make a 12”x18” seasonal welcome sign using the laser cutter and Silhouette cutter. All materials will be provided.

MAKERSPACE WORKSHOP

Thursdays - 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.

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

Saturdays - 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.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.

Now Showing at the Sarnia Library Theatre

MacFarland, USA

Monday, March 13

5:30 p.m.

The Muppets

Take Manhattan

Thursday, March 16

2:00 p.m.

Downton Abbey

A New Era

Wednesday, March 22 2:00 p.m.

12 Angry Men (1957)

Wednesday, April 5 2:00 p.m.

Lyle, Lyle, Crocodile

Wednesday, March 15 2:00 p.m.

Brave

Friday, March 17 3:00 p.m.

Saving Mr.Banks

Saturday, April 1 1:30 p.m.

Turning Red

Saturday, April 29 2:00 p.m.

Sarnia Library Theatre

Now Showing

MacFarland, USA

Monday, March 13 – 5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Coach Jim White (Kevin Costner), winds up at MacFarland High School in California, where the students are predominantly Latino. Despite economic challenges, the team competes at the cross-country championships.

Rated PG | 2 hr 15 mins

Lyle, Lyle, Crocodile

Wednesday, March 15 – 2:00 p.m. to 3:50 p.m.

Follow the Primm family as they move to New York City and discover, Lyle - a singing Crocodile living in the attic.

Rated G | 1hr 47 mins

The Muppets Take Manhattan

Thursday, March 16 – 2:00 p.m. to 3:45 p.m.

Kermit, Fozzie, and the entire cast of Kermit’s musical “Manhattan Melodies” head for the Big Apple with plans to turn their small play into a big hit! Family entertainment has never been more fun than in this comedy marking Frank Oz’s solo directorial debut.

Rated G | 94 min

Brave

Friday, March 17 – 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Follow Merida, a brave and adventerous Scottish princess archer, as she carves out her own destiny in spite of tradition and undo a beastly curse.

Rated G | 1 hr 40 mins

Downton Abbey: A New Era

Wednesday, March 22 – 2:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.

The Crawley family and Downton staff received a royal visit from the King and Queen of Great Britain.

Rated PG | 2 hr 4 min

Saving Mr.Banks

Saturday, April 1 – 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.

When Walt Disney tries to buy the rights to her novel, “Mary Poppins,” author P.L. Travers (Emma Thompson) is reluctant at first, but finally gives in to Mr. Disney’s charm and travels from London to Hollywood to discuss the possibility. Engrossing and emotional, this movie is based loosely on true events.

Rated G | 2 hr

12 Angry Men (1957)

Wednesday, April 5 - 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

A young Puerto Rican boy is accused of murdering his father. The 12-man jury decide the verdict. When the votes are counted, 11 men rule guilty, while one-played by Henry Fonda-feels that the boy may be innocent. The tight script by Reginald Rose is expertly performed by the film’s flawless cast.

Rated PG | 1 hr 36 mins

Turning Red

Saturday, April 29 - 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Meilin (Rosalie Chiang) is a typical middle-schooler. She’s excited about attending the concert of her favorite music group. The only problem is that her mother Ming (Sandra Oh) doesn’t like her friends and won’t let her go to the concert. When Meilin wakes up one morning to find she’s become a giant red panda, she can’t believe her eyes.

Rated G | 1 hr 39 mins

Events

HISTORY OF WOMEN IN LAMBTON COUNTY

Monday, March 6 - 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Join Curator/Supervisor Dana Thorne from Lambton Heritage Museum as she explores these local stories and shares photographs and artifacts from the museum collection. Participants will have the opportunity to view the artifacts on display at the end of the presentation. Doors open at 6:45 p.m.

MAKING VS. TAKING - PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOP WITH RICHARD BELAND

Thursday, April 13 - 11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Learn how to create better photographs with Richard Beland, professional photographer and coordinator of the Lambton College Photography Program. This is a great opportunity for teens who wish to participate in the Take Your Shot Teen Photo Contest.

RHYTHMS OF LAMBTONNORTH LAMBTON SECONDARY SCHOOL

Friday, April 21: 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Experience an evening of jazz and choral music with North Lambton Secondary School.

ARKONA - FOREST - GRAND BEND

Region Two

Arkona Library Kids

MARCH BREAK

Monday, March 13 - 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

Wednesday, March 15 - 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.

March 13 - Family Game Night: Board games! Trivia! Bingo! Work together or compete against each other during family game night.

March 15 - Minute-to-Win-It: Test your balance, concentration, and more in a series of wacky one minute challenges.

SATURDAY

KIDS’ CLUB

Saturday, March 18, April 8, 15 - 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.

March 18 - Explore with Coding: Learn coding fundamentals and explore the world of robotics using Ozobots. Recommended for ages 9-12.

April 8 - Build with Simple Structures: Explore structural engineering concepts like balance and stability using straws and connectors in a series of building challenges. Recommended for ages 9-12.

April 15 - Build with Simple Structures: Put on your hard hat and explore structural engineering concepts like balance and stability using Tegu Blocks in a series of building challenges. Recommended for ages 5-8

AFTERSCHOOL KIDS’ CLUB

Monday, March 20, April 3, 17- 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.

March 20 - Explore with Coding: Learn coding fundamentals and explore the world of robotics with Dash and Dot. Recommended for ages 8-12.

April 3 - Poetry: Celebrate Poetry Week and get your creative juices flowing with poetry-themed activities and art projects.

April 17 - Build with Simple Structures: Put on your hard hat and explore structural engineering concepts like balance and stability using Tegu Blocks in a series of building challenges. Recommended for ages 5-8

TWEEN DIY

Monday, March 27 and April 24 - 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

March 27 - Mindfulness Painted Rocks: Mindfulness rocks! This creative wellness activity will leave you with vibrant and inspiring painted rocks that can be kept for yourself or hidden as a surprise for others to find.

April 24 - Blackout and Collage Poetry: Celebrate Poetry Month and discover your inner creative writer with two poetic art projects.

Adults

ADULT DIY

Wednesday, March 22 -12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Wednesday, April 12- 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.

March 22 - Macramé Feathers: Learn the basics of macramé in this beginner-friendly program that will leave you with an earthy, macramé feather to decorate your home.

April 12 - Upcycled Vases: Celebrate Earth Month by upcycling old containers and glassware into terra-cotta style, textured vases.

Forest Library Kids

LEGO CLUB

Saturday, March 4, 25, April 15 - 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Friday, March 17, April 7, 28 - 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 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 the weekly LEGO challenge.

- PORT FRANKS - THEDFORD - WATFORD

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.

BUILD WITH CARDBOARD CONSTRUCTIONMAKEDO

Wednesday, March 15 - 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Thursday, March 16 - 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Ages 6 - 12

This program will help participants to develop their science literacy skills, expand their creativity and feed their curiosity. It will also develop physical literacy through the use of fine motor functions and building with their hands.

AFTERSCHOOL KIDS’ CLUB - CREATE WITH PATTERN ART

Monday, April 17, 24 - 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Learn how to use Spirograph design tools to create your own piece of art.

Teens

PLAY WITH PS4 GAMING SYSTEM - TOURNAMENT

Monday, March 20 - 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Join us to play a tournament style event with a PS4! Each week a different genre will be chosen, rotating through select age-appropriate games.

SEWING MACHINE TRAINING WORKSHOPMAKERSPACE

Tuesdays and Saturdays

Would you like to book time with the sewing machine to complete your projects? Become trained to use the equipment independently by attending this workshop!

Adults

GOOD MORNING BOOK CLUB

Thursday, March 9, Wednesday, April 1210:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.

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.

March: Discuss “Grace After Henry” by Eithne Shortalla story about love, loss, and second chances.

April: Discuss “The Turn of the Key” by Ruth Ware - Full of spellbinding menace and signature suspenseful style, this is an unputdownable thriller.

Hunting Rights & Responsibilities

Forest Library

Wednesday, March 15 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.

FRIDAY BOOK CLUB

Friday, March 10, April 14 - 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

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.

March: Discuss “The Last Chance Library” by Freya Sampson, a fiction novel about a shy librarian who must learn to fight to save her library from closure. April: Discuss “The Book Woman of Troublesome Creek” by Kim Michele Richardson, a historical fiction novel about a woman working with Roosevelt’s Kentucky Pack Horse Library Project.

LEARN TO PLAY SPADES

Tuesday, March 14, 28, April 11, 25 - 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Short, quick, and fun games of Spades will have you on your toes! Exercise your mind and card-playing skills while you learn to play and then go head-to-head against others of similar skill level.

ONE BOOK LAMBTONHUNTING RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Wednesday, March 15 - 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Whether this is your first hunting season or a seasoned hunter, it is important to keep up to date with your rights and responsibilities. Conservation Officer Erin McCrae 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.

ADULT DIY - CREATE WITH PATTERN ART

Thursday, April 13, 20 - 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Create with Pattern Art. Re-explore the use of spirographs to make art that you may have used as a child.

Grand Bend Library

Kids

AFTERSCHOOL KIDS’ CLUBBUILD WITH CONTRAPTIONS

Wednesday, March 8, 22 - 3:45 p.m. to 4:45 p.m.

Ages 5 - 12

March 8 – Create a Chain Reaction: Learn about concepts like force and momentum while using ramps, seesaws and ziplines to build a chain reaction. Participants will complete challenges and show off their problem solving skills to the group. Recommended for older children.

March 22 – Marble Run: Learn about gravity, momentum, actions and reactions while creating your own unique marble run. Complete challenges and timed races with and against other participants.

PLAY WITH NINTENDO SWITCH

Friday, April 28 - 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

All Ages

Sign up to play games on the Nintendo Switch. The Nintendo Switch features games like Minecraft, Super Smash Bros, and Mario Party. Or, you can use our library catalogue to order Switch games to try out at Grand Bend Library before you bring them home.

PLAY WITH NES MINI

Wednesday, March 15 - 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Sign up to play games on the NES Mini. Featuring games like Super Mario Bros, Legend of Zelda, Kirby’s Adventure, and more. There are two controllers available to play with time slots of 30 minutes.

Teens

EXPLORE WITH VIRTUAL REALITY

Wednesday, April 12, 19 - 3:45 p.m. to 4:45 p.m.

Ages 13 - 17

Explore with virtual reality. Use the Oculus Go virtual reality headset to play games, tour new places, or go for a kayak ride and have some fun.

Adults

GRAND BEND BOOK CLUB

Wednesday, March 8, April 12 - 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.

To reserve your copy visit or call Grand Bend Library at 519-238-2067 or visit lclibrary.ca.

March: Discuss “Akin” by Emma Donoghue, a historical fiction novel about a retired professor who learns he is now the caregiver to his 11 year old nephew before a soul-seeking trip to Europe.

April: Discuss “Shuggie Bain” by Douglas Stuart, a historical fiction novel about a boy growing up with his alcoholic mother in 1980s, post-industrial working-class Glasgow.

ADULT DIY - BAD ART NIGHT

Wednesday, March 29 - 5:45 p.m. to 6:45 p.m.

On bad art night, there is no pressure to be the best. We just want you to create a piece of art using painting, canvas, and other provided materials. Bring a friend, or come alone, for a fun evening of creating. At the end of the evening there will be a vote for the worst art piece, and a certificate for the winner. Come and do your worst.

Port Franks Library Kids

AFTERSCHOOL KIDS’ CLUB

Wednesday, March 29, April 12, 26 - 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

Ages 6 - 12

March 29 – Seed Art: Think Spring by using different seeds from plants we harvest to artfully design a picture!

April 12 – Create with Pixel Art: Create an animal image with Pixel Art during National Wildlife week.

April 26 – Seed Pot Creation: Create recyclable seed pots for your plants to grow in the garden this spring!

MARCH BREAK - EXPLORE WITH CODING

Wednesday, March 15 - 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

Explore coding with cubelets and cubetto, have fun discovering how they work!

ONE BOOK LAMBTONBULLSEYE! ARCHERY WORKSHOP

Saturday, April 22 - 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Ages 8+

Experienced staff from the Sarnia School of Archery will go through everything you need to know: the different bows, the gear, the steps to shoot an arrow, and most importantly how to use your bow and arrow safely! This event will be held outdoors. Please dress for the weather.

Adults

ADULT DIY

Monday, April 3 - 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Recycable Seed Pot with Garden Marker: Create a recyclable seed pot and a garden marker to plant your One Seed Lambton seeds in!

BOOK DISCUSSION - ANTHONY WILLIAM BOOKS

Monday, March 27 - 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Discuss the ideas Anthony William presents in his books regarding the positive effects of nutrition on the mind and body from his perspective as a medium.

PORT FRANKS BOOK CLUB

Monday, March 13, April 17 - 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.

March: Discuss “Bone Code” by Kathy Reichs, a thriller, where iconic forensic anthropologist is on the hunt for truth about a hideous murder case and a terrifying disease outbreak in Charleston.

April: Discuss “Cloud Cuckoo Land”, a 2021 historical and speculative fiction novel by Pulitzer-prize winning author Anthony Doerr.

Bullseye! Archery Workshop with the Sarnia School of Archery

ONE BOOK LAMBTONBULLSEYE! ARCHERY WORKSHOP

Saturday, April 22 - 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Adults Only

Experienced staff from the Sarnia School of Archery will go through everything you need to know: the different bows, the gear, the steps to shoot an arrow, and most importantly, how to use your bow and arrow safely! This event will be held outdoors. Please dress for the weather.

Thedford Library Kids

AFTERSCHOOL KIDS’ CLUB

Thursday, March 7, 31, April 27 - 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Ages 5 - 9

March 7 – Paper Bead Chain: Don’t let paper go to waste. Reuse materials to make paper chains.

March 31 – Maple Key Contest: Can you mimic the real thing? Create maple key that can spin just as well as a real one.

April 27 – Bird Feeders: The birds are back in town and they are hungry. Create a simple bird feeder to take home.

BUILD WITH DYNAMIC STRUCTURES

Thursday, April 13, Friday, April 21 - 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Ages 6 - 11

April 13 – Beginner Builders: Learn and then use five basic structural engineering concepts: nuts and bolts, hinges, angles, braces, and movement.

April 21 – Experienced Builders: In small groups, you will face a challenge that requires a creative structural solution. Previous experience with Rigamajig required.

TWEEN DIY - CREATE WITH POETRY

Friday, March 10, Thursday March 164:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Ages 11 - 14

You don’t know it, but you’re a poet. Explore the art of poetry and create your own masterpiece.

Adults

ADULT DIY - CREATE WITH POETRY

Thursday, March 23 - 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Embrace your creativity and explore the art of poetry as a way to express ideas, thoughts and feelings.

Watford Library

Kids

AFTERSCHOOL KIDS’ CLUB

Wednesday March 1, 8, 22, 29, April 5, 263:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Ages 8 - 12

March 1 – Let’s Paint: Explore different techniques, methods and mediums with paint.

March 8 – Create with Cardmaking: Get creative with calligraphy and card making. Experiment with different calligraphy tools, stamps, and other card making supplies. Try your hand at making your own cards or bookmarks.

March 22 – Let’s Paint : Create a painting using salt, glue and watercolours. Once the painting is done, we will learn what salt does, when mixed with watercolour paint. March 29 – Great Vegetable Revival Experiment: Did you know that under the right conditions you can restart the vegetables that are found in your fridge? Explore which vegetables will grow, which ones didn’t take, and the why.

April 5 – Birds’ Nests: Spring is coming, and birds are making their nests. Celebrate spring and discover how birds make their nests as we make a nest of our own.

April 26 – Paper Making: Celebrate Earth Week, by learning how to make paper from recycled materials.

EXPLORE WITH CODING

Wednesday April 12, 19 - 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Ages 10 - 14

Sphero is coming to Watford and is looking for an operator - learn to program Sphero the Robot!

PLAY WITH NINTENDO SWITCH

Available throughout March

Sign-up to play games on the Nintendo Switch during the month of March, or anytime during March Break. The Nintendo Switch features games like Minecraft, Super Smash Bros, and Mario Party. Or you can use our library catalogue to order Switch games to try out at Watford Library before you bring them home. Time slots are an hour in length.

ADULTS

LEARNING FOR LIFE

Tuesday, March 7, 28 - 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Thursday, April 13, 27 - 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

March 7 – Pruning 101: Learn to prune like a pro! For some gardeners pruning is an enjoyable task, for others it can be overwhelming. Learn the basics of pruning, from pruning fruit trees to roses.

March 28 – All About Trees: There are thousands of different species of trees found in the world. How do you know which is the right one for your yard? Explore the trees that grow best in your location.

April 13 – Vegetable Gardening 101: Have you ever wanted to start a vegetable garden, but don’t know where to start? Learn the benefits of having your own garden, including cost saving and having control of how and what you grow.

April 27 – Flowering Bulbs: Spring is finally here. Tulips, daffodils and hyacinths are starting to bloom. Those are the popular ones, but have you ever seen a snowdrop or scillia? Join us as we discuss all things bulbs.

ADULT DIY

Thursday March 16 - 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Tuesday, March 21, April 18 - 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

March 16 - Create with Cardmaking: Explore your creativity and learn to make cards for special occasions.

March 21 - Spring Wreath: Celebrate the coming of spring by creating a beautiful wreath.

April 18 - Needle Felted Sheep: Celebrate spring by making your very own needle felted sheep. Needle felting (a new and popular craft) is the art of turning loose wool fiber into an object using a special needle.

WATFORD BOOK CLUB

Tuesday, March 21, April 18 - 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.

March: Discuss “The Garden of Small Beginnings” by Abbi Waxman, a witty work of fiction about a woman who finds a network of new friends after the death of her husband.

April: Discuss “The Gown” by Jennifer Robson, a historical fiction novel about the creation of Queen Elizabeth’s wedding dress.

DIE CUTTER TRAINING WORKSHOPMAKERSPACE

Wednesdays and Saturdays

Ages 10+

Would you like to book time with the Silhouette Die Cutter to complete your projects? Get 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. It’s a great tool for projects such as cardmaking and scrapbooking. The Silhouette can be booked for independent use once you attend a training workshop.

Learn more at lclibrary.ca

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

Region Three

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.

March 7: Noodles

March 14: St. Patrick’s Day

March 21: Surprise!

March 28: Kites

April 4: Rainbows

April 11: Gardening

April 18: Earth Day

April 25: Telephones

BUILD WITH CONSTRUCTION

Saturday, March 15, 22 – 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Tuesday, April11, 21 - 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Ages 6 - 12

Create with Makedo, simple to use, open-ended system of tools for creative cardboard construction. Participants in small groups will be presented with a structural challenge that requires a creative design solution and will be guided through the process of creating a design and using that design to generate a prototype of their structure.

TWEEN BOOK CLUB

Tuesday, March 14, April 11 - 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Ages 8 - 12

March: Discuss “Maiden Voyage” by Sarah-Jane Bedwell, a story of three girls from different economic classes on the maiden voyage of the ill-fated Titanic.

April: Discuss “Orphan Island” by Laurel Synder, an island where one child is delivered each year while the eldest is taken away.

Teens

EXPLORE WITH VIRTUAL REALITY

Friday, March 17, 24 - 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

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

Ages 13 - 17

Oculus Go is a standalone, all-in-one virtual reality headset. Choose from a variety of games and interactive experiences.

3D PRINTER TRAINING WORKSHOPMAKERSPACE

Monday, March 13- 1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Friday, March 31, April 14 - 3:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Tuesday, April 18 - 4:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

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! The 3D printer can be booked for independent use once you attend a training workshop.

Adults

LEARNING FOR LIFE - WRITING CLUB

Thursday, March 2, April 6 - 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Share your own writing with the 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.

ADULT DIY

Thursday, March 9, April 13 - 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.

March - Create a Paper Shamrock Wreath: This adorable Shamrock Wreath is a great DIY St. Patrick’s Day decoration. Learn how easy it is to make with a step-by-step tutorial.

April - Blooming Spring Wreath: This beautiful spring wreath is simple to make and can be created to meet your individual taste.

LEARNING FOR LIFE - HISTORY OF WOMEN’S INSTITUTES IN LAMBTON COUNTY

Thursday, March 9 - 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Learn about the history of Women’s Institutes in Lambton County using resources from Lambton County Archives in celebration of International Women’s Day.

BOOK CLUB

Thursday, March 16 - 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 Alvinston Library at 519-898-2981 or visit lclibrary.ca. To reserve an eBook version, browse the Libby app.

March: Discuss “State of Terror” by Hillary Rodham Clinton & Louise Penny, a political thriller about American politics.

April: Discuss “The Last Thing He Told Me” by Laura Dave, a heartfelt, thriller mystery, about a woman searching for the truth about her husband’s disappearance…at any cost.

LEARNING FOR LIFE - CANASTA CLUB

Thursday March 23, April 27 - 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, March 21, April 18 - 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-on-one session with one of our staff members.

Florence Library

Kids

AFTERSCHOOL KIDS’ CLUB

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

March 2: St. Patrick’s Day

March 9: Perler Beads

March 16: Lite Brite

March 23: Dots

March 30: Chicks

April 6: Marble Run

April 13: Marble Run

April 20: Rain

April 27: Rainbows

LEGO CLUB

Saturday, March 2 - 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Ages 6 - 12

Tallest Tower: Collect all of your library LEGO bricks and play Lego charades then let’s try to see who can build the tallest tower.

BUILD WITH - CONTRAPTIONS

Saturday, April 8, 15 - 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

April 8 – Marble Run: Engage in challenges to create a marble run.

April 15 – Chain Reaction: Engage in challenges to create contraptions of increasing complexity to complete a timed chain reaction.

CREATE WITH PIXEL ART

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

March 11 - Perler Beads: Participants will develop their physical literacy skills by practicing fine motor movements with the placement of beads. They will also develop their colour literacy skills as they select colours to complete projects and differentiate between more than one shade of the same colour.

March 18 - Lite Brite: This program will expose younger children to pixel art and helping participants explore how to create images with different colours.

Teens

TEEN BOOK CLUB

Saturday, March 4, April 1 - 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.

March: Adventure Graphic Novels

April: Classic Comic Graphic Novels

Adults

TECH TUTOR

Tuesday, March 7, April 4 - 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-on-one session with our Community Librarian.

ONE BOOK LAMBTON - BOOKS, BEVERAGES AND BAKED GOODS

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

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

ADULT DIY - ROCK PAINTING

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

Use your creativity to paint rocks that you can put in your garden.

ADULT KAHOOT - ONE HIT WONDERS

Tuesday, April 25 - 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Using your smart phone, complete a competition on Kahoot that identifies one-hit wonders from the 60’s and 70’s.

Oil Springs

For programming information please contact the library at 519-834-2670

Inwood Library

Kids

AFTERSCHOOL KIDS’ CLUB

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

Ages 6 - 12

March 7 – Papier Mâché Containers - Part I: Participants will use papier mâché to build bowls or baskets in this first part of a two-part program.

March 14 – Explore with Electricity- Makey Makey: Explore with Electricity by having fun installing circuits and watching how things respond.

March 21 – Explore with Electricity-littleBits: Explore the workings of electricity using littleBits to create working pieces of electronics.

March 28 – Papier Mâché Containers - Part II: In this second part of the program, participants will paint, decorate and finish the papier mâché containers they built last time.

April 4 – Salt Painting: Create outlines of flowers, leaves or insects with glue and salt. Then watch what happens when you add a bit of watercolour!

April 11 – Create with Cardmaking: Create cards for a special occasion using cardstock, stamps, calligraphy pens, and decorative scissors.

April 18 – Create with Cardmaking: Create more cards for a special occasion using cardstock, stamps, calligraphy pens, and decorative scissors.

April 25 – Yarn Resist Tree Paintings: Wrapping yarn around your painting surface creates spaces that look like birch trunks! What else can you imagine with yarn resistance and paint!

KIDS’ MARCH BREAK - EXPLORE WITH ELECTRICITY

Thursday, March 16, 18 - 11:15 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Ages 6 - 12

March 16 - Power Tiles: Explore with electricity by having fun installing circuits and watching how things respond.

March 18 - Circuitry:

Explore electricity and electric circuitry using Makey Makey, Power Tiles or Little Bits.

Teens

MANGA CLUB

Tuesday, March 7, April 4 - 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. March: imagine and draw the life cycle of their own imaginary beings. From egg or seed to hatchling or sapling...what will they be?!

April: This month we are going to put words in the mouths of our characters, and not just any words: poetry! Whether our beings will break into song, recite battle or love verses, or face the challenge of constructing haikus, poets they will be!

CREATE WITH CARDMAKING

Saturday, April 15 - 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Create cards for special occasions using cardstock, stamps, calligraphy pens, and decorative scissors.

Adults

LEARNING FOR LIFE - GENEALOGY WORKSHOP

Tuesday, March 7 - 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

A workshop for those beginning their genealogical research. Lambton County Archives will teach participants how to start their family tree including an overview of how to use Ancestry Library Edition to research family history.

BOOK CLUB

Explore graphic novels at Florence Library

Classic Comic Graphic Novels

Florence Library

Tuesday, March 21, April 18 - 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. March: Discuss “Where’d You Go, Bernadette: a novel” by Maria Semple, a humorous novel about an eccentric family.

Saturday, April 1

12:00 to 1:00 p.m.

March 4 and April 1 12:00 - 1:00 p.m.

More information on page 26

LEARNING FOR LIFE - BEGINNERS GENEALOGY WORKSHOP WITH LAMBTON COUNTY ARCHIVES

Tuesday, March 7 - 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Interested in learning more about your family history? Join us as we learn from the Lambton County Archives how to start your genealogy research!

TEEN DIY

Tuesday, March 14, April 11 - 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

March 14 - Make Your Own Fabric Book Cover: Come sew or hot glue your own customized fabric book cover!

April 11 - Macrame Wall Plant Holder: Come to the library and get knotty! Learn to make a macrame wall plant holder.

April: Discuss “A Discovery of Witches” by Deborah Harkness, the first book in a trilogy that fleshes out Harkness’ fantastical world of witches and ancient manuscripts.

WRITING CLUB

Tuesday, March 28, April 25 - 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.

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 & 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.

LEGO CLUB

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

A new challenge every week! Come in and explore the world of LEGO.

CREATE WITH PATTERN ART - SPIROGRAPH

Tuesday, March 7 - 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Wednesday, March 15 - 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Create a beautiful work of art with the Spirograph! You’ll be amazed by the patterns and designs you can create.

AFTERSCHOOL KIDS’ CLUB

Wednesday, March 1, 8, 22, 29, April 5, 12, 19, 263:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Ages 5 – 7

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

March 1: Paper Bag Princess Day

March 8: International Women’s Day

March 22: The Pigeon

March 29: Play With Your Food

April 5: Poetry

April 12: April Showers

April 19: Earth Day

April 26: DIY Rainbow Suncatcher

SATURDAY KIDS’ CLUB

Saturdays - 10:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.

Learn about each week’s theme by participating in a variety of activities, games and crafts.

March 4: Dragons

March 11: Create with Pattern Art

March 18: Create with Pattern Art

March 25: Faux Stained Glass

April 1: Foolin’ Around

April 8: Thelma the Unicorn

April 15: What Spring Means for Wildlife

April 22: Pictionary

April 29: Charades

MARCH BREAK - KIDS’ DIY

Ages 5 – 7

March 13, 11:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. - Peacock Plates: Flock to the library for March Break’s bird-themed crafts. This program features a simple and creative craft turning a paper plate into a stand-up peacock!

March 13, 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. - Faux Stained Glass: Make a faux stained glass feather or illustration to take home and hang in a window!

March 14, 3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Bird Bed & Breakfast: Come in and build a birdhouse for your yard, make a seed ball for your visitors to snack on, and identify local birds!

PA DAY EXTRAVAGANZAA VERY HUNGRY PA DAY

Friday, April 28 - 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Ages 5 – 7

Spring is in full swing for our “A Very Hungry Caterpillar” themed PA Day Extravaganza! Paint a flowerpot, plant a seed, then create a caterpillar craft.

EXPLORE WITH CODING FOR TWEENS

Tuesday, April 11 - 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Saturday, April 22 - 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Learn all about coding through different challenges and activities.

AFTERSCHOOL TWEENS’ CLUB FRIDAY

Friday, March 3, 24, 31, April 14, 214:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Ages 11 - 13

Learn about each week’s theme by participating in a variety of activities including games and crafts.

March 3: Yarn Wrapped Letters

March 24: Art Attack

March 31: Washer Necklace

April 14: Games Night

April 21: Earth Day

Teens

MAKERSPACE - BUTTON MAKER TRAINING WORKSHOP

Wednesday, March 22 - 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.

Tuesday, March 28, April 11 - 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Tuesday, April 4 - 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Wednesday, April 19 - 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Would you like to book time with the Button Maker to complete your projects? Become trained to use the equipment independently by attending this workshop!

Adults

TECH TUTOR

Wednesday, March 1 - 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-on-one session with one of our staff members.

DUNGEONS & DRAGONS FOR BEGINNERS AND BEYOND

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

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 like-minded people within the community.

BOOK CLUB

Wednesday, March 8, April 12 - 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Tuesday, March 21, April 18 - 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.

March 8: Discuss “The Dishwasher” by Stéphane Larue. This book was nominated for CBC’s Canada Reads List in 2020.

March 21: In “My Name Is Lucy Barton”, Elizabeth Strout shows how a simple hospital visit becomes a portal to the most tender relationship of all — the one between mother and daughter.

April 12: Discuss “The Book Club” by Mary Alice Monroe. On the surface, it is monthly book club. But for five women, it is so much more.

April 18: Discuss “The Reading List” by Sara Nisha Adams. It is an unforgettable debut about how a chance encounter with a list of library books helps forge an unlikely friendship between two different people.

ONE BOOK LAMBTONPAINT PARTY WITH ARTZ DEN

Monday, March 20 - 6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

You will go home with a beautiful acrylic creation that is uniquely yours. With guidance from the talented artists from ArtZ Den (Petrolia),you will learn new skills, and ignite your creativity. Suitable whether you are experienced or just looking to explore your creative side.

LEARNING FOR LIFE - LET’S JOURNAL

Tuesday, March 21 - 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Have you ever wanted to journal? Make a journal of your own to help contribute to positive mental health.

LEARNING FOR LIFE - EARTH DAY

Tuesday, April 18 - 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Let’s learn about Earth Day. Trivia and ideas about how we can do our part for our planet.

Shetland Library Kids

AFTERSCHOOL KIDS’ CLUB - EXPLORE WITH CODING

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

Install circuits and watch how things respond using small robots. Learn coding fundamentals and explore the world of robotics using basic coding and robotic equipment.

CREATE WITH POETRY - POETRY GAMES

Wednesday, April 12, 19 - 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Create a poem with the roll of a dice! Haikubes and Metaphor Dice are a fun and engaging way to dive into creating poetry.

Adults

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.

ONE BOOK LAMBTON - EXPERIMENTS IN ART, SERIES TWO

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

Explore different artmaking techniques each week, inspired by themes and topics related to the 2023 One Book Lambton selection. Participants will work with a variety of mediums: painting, printmaking, photography, sculpture, etc. Weekly practice will improve skill and increase creative confidence.

Region Four

‘I SPY’ CORUNNA

Brigden Library

Kids

AFTERSCHOOL KIDS’ CLUB

Mondays - 3:45 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Ages 6 - 12

After school activities every Monday night at Brigden library will include crafts, building, technology kits and fun!

‘I SPY’ BRIGDEN

Friday, March 17 - 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Ages 5 - 10

Be a spy for an afternoon. Discover your spy name, create spy gadgets, and test your spy skills.

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.

AFTERSCHOOL KIDS’ CLUB

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

Ages 5 - 10

Make a different craft each week while working with different materials. Learn about shapes, colours and textures and practice cutting skills.

Monday, March 13 - 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Be a spy for an afternoon. Discover your spy name, create spy gadgets, and test your spy skills.

KIDS’ DIY

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

Ages 5 - 10

April is FARMtastic at the Corunna Library. Games, crafts and fun while learning about our rural roots.

April 6 - Cluck Cluck...Who is There?

April 13 - Hay, Hay Let’s Make a Craft Today

April 20 - I Herd Someone was in the MOOd for a Craft

April 27 - Stop Horsing Around

Adults

ADULT DIY

Tuesday, March 7 - 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Tuesday, March 21 - 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

March 7 - Rock Dot Painting Art: Create a one-of-a-kind piece of art using paint and a rock.

March 21 - Egg Carton Roses: Get creative for Easter and reuse egg cartons to create floral decor.

ONE BOOK LAMBTONPAINT PARTY WITH ARTZ DEN -

Thursday, March 2 - 6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

With step-by-step guidance from the talented artists from ArtZ Den (Petrolia), learn new skills and ignite your creativity. Registration required.

ONE BOOK LAMBTONBOOKS, BEVERAGES AND BAKED GOODS

Tuesday, March 21 - 2:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.

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.

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

CORUNNA BOOK CLUB

Tuesday, April 18 - 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

April: Discuss “Rock the Boat” by Beck Dorey-Stein. Old friends discover how much has changed (and how much has stayed the same) when they reunite in their seaside hometown for one unforgettable summer.

Courtright Library Kids

READ ALOUD BOOK CLUB

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

Come and enjoy an hour of relaxation and some hot cocoa while one of our library staff reads a chapter book. Our next selection is “The Wild Robot” by Peter Brown.

SATURDAY KIDS’ CLUB

Saturday, March 4, 25, April 1, 29 - 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.

BUILD WITH CONTRAPTIONS

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

We’ll be building all sorts of contraptions including marble runs and chain reactions. Turn your crazy ideas into reality and see what you can come up with!

KIDS’ DIY - MAKE A TERRARIUM, EARTH WEEK CRAFT

Thursday, April 20 - 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Ages: 6 - 13

In celebration of Earth Week, we’ll learn all about terrariums and how they work. Using some simple supplies and a sealable container, we’ll construct a terrarium that you will be able to take home. Children under 10 must be accompanied by an adult.

KIDS’ DIY - BATTERY MUNCHER 3000

EARTH DAY CRAFT

Saturday, April 22 - 11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Ages: 8 - 12

Build your very own Battery Muncher 3000. Using cardboard and other materials we’ll help you construct a container to store your batteries until they can be safely disposed of. Children under 10 must be accompanied by an adult.

Teens

EXPLORE WITH VIRTUAL REALITY

Saturday, April 8, 15 - 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Test out virtual reality with our Oculus Go virtual reality gear. You must be 13+ to use the VR headset.

Adults

BOOK CLUB

Thursday, March 9, April 13 - 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.

March: Discuss “Harlem Shuffle” by Colson Whitehead, a gloriously entertaining novel of heists, shakedowns, and rip-offs set in Harlem in the 1960s.

April: Discuss “Lincoln Highway” by Amor Towles, a beguiling and rollicking historical adventure set in the 1950s, brilliantly imaginative, and with an unforgettable cast of characters.

Mooretown Library

Kids

DISCOVERY WEDNESDAYS

Wednesday, March 8, April 12 - 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.

SATURDAY KIDS’ CLUB

Saturdays - 1:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Ages 5 - 10

Are you ready for Saturday morning fun? There are new crafts, games and LEGO challenges each week.

Adults

BOOK CLUB

Monday, March 27, April 24 - 12:45 p.m. to 1:45 p.m.

Participate in thought-provoking discussions and experience new authors, each month the book club selects what they will read. To reserve your copy of the group’s book choice visit or call Mooretown Library at 519-867-2823 or visit lclibrary.ca. To reserve an eBook version, browse the Libby app.

Sombra Library Adults

LEARNING FOR LIFE - LEARN TO PLAY CANASTA

Thursdays - 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Learn to play Canasta, a card game developed in Argentina and Uruguay in the 1940s, that became popular in North America and Great Britain in the 1950s.

Port Lambton Library Kids

AFTERSCHOOL KIDS’ CLUB

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

Ages 3 - 12

Kids will learn a variety of crafting techniques and participate in selected activities to entertain and educate them in the after-school hours.

MARCH BREAK - KIDS’ CLUB

Monday, March 13 - 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.

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

Saturday, March 18 - 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Ages 5 - 12

Learn a variety of crafting techniques and do activities that entertain and educate during March Break!

Adults

ADULT DIY

Wednesday, March 22 - 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

March 22 – Hand-Bound Notebook: Learn how to cut and bind your own DIY notebook.

Wilkesport Library

Kids

AFTERSCHOOL KIDS’ CLUB

Thursdays - 3:45 p.m. to 4:45 p.m.

Participate in crafts, games and LEGO challenges each week.

‘I SPY’ IN WILKESPORT

Saturday, March 4 - 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Ages: 5 - 10

Discover your spy name, create spy gadgets and test your spy skills.

Teens

TEEN DIY CLUB

Thursday, March 2, April 6 - 5:45 p.m. to 6:45 p.m.

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

Adults

LUNCHTIME BOOK CLUB

Tuesday, March 28, April 25 - 11:30 am to 12:30 p.m.

We will provide the hot chocolate and coffee, and you can bring along lunch if you wish. Take part in a lively book discussion at the Wilkesport Library. Titles are selected by the book club each month. To reserve your copy of the group’s book choice 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

Saturday, March 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, April 5, 2610:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.

Ages 6 - 10

March 1 – Bracelets: Make colourful bracelets with pipe cleaners and buttons.

March 8 – CD Galaxy Ornaments: Create beautiful suncatchers using discarded CDs.

March 15 – Kitty Craft: Do you want to create Pete the Cat, a tiger, or a friendly kitty? Join us to craft a cat out of a paper towel roll.

March 22 – Hair Scrunchies: Using old t-shirts, we will make No Sew Scrunchies.

March 29 – Ornamental Bird Feeders: Use cookie cutters and bird seed to make hanging bird feeders perfect for feathered friends.

April 5 – Dragonfly: Celebrate the coming of spring and make a dragonfly.

April 26 – Disguise a Chick: Use fun materials to disguise a Spring Chick! Bury the chick in paper leaves, drawn flowers, feathers, and so much more.

LEGO CLUB

Saturdays, 10:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.

Ages 6 -12

March 4 – Space Tavel: Master your Lego skills and build space ships to travel the stars.

March 18 – From Design to Build: Draw and plan your creations before you build!

April 1 – Watch Your Step : Build something that you wouldn’t want to step on! Have fun making LEGO creations with as many points and edges as possible.

April 15 – Build a Tree Fort : Is your perfect tree fort large, cozy, or full of animals? Build it out of Lego!

Adults

LEARNING FOR LIFE

Monday, March 6, 20, April 10 - 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

March 6 - Story of my Life: Map out your life story using fill-in-the-blanks and photos to create a detailed document. Share your stories and create a treasured keepsake.

March 20 - 100 Year Old Cold Case: Review the timeline of the Hinterkaifeck Murders and discuss possible suspects.

April 10 - Cooking Gluten Free: Review popular cookbooks and discuss substitutions to make your favourite recipes gluten free.

TECH TUTOR

Tuesday, March 7, 21, April 4, 8 - 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-on-one session with one of our staff members.

AFTERNOON BOOK CLUB

Wednesday, March 8, April 12 - 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 Bright’s Grove Library at (519) 869-2351 or visit lclibrary. ca. To reserve an eBook version, browse the Libby app.

March: Discuss “Unsettled Ground” by Claire Fuller, a compelling novel about 51-year-old twins with limited exposure to the outside world as they struggle to find their way forward when their mother dies.

April: Discuss “Three Sisters” by Heather Morris. Three Slovakian sisters have survived years of imprisonment in Auschwitz. But now, they have one last hurdle to face: the death march from Auschwitz. They are able to escape formation and hide in the woods before being rescued. And this is where the story begins.

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

ADULT DIY

Monday, March 13, April 3, 24 - 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

March 13 – Modge Podge Flower Pots: We will decorate clay pots by using the modge podge technique.

April 3 – Puzzle Piece Canvas Art: Wondering what to do with puzzles that are missing pieces? Create a beautiful tree on a piece of canvas!

April 24 – Lavender Sachet: We be creating lavender sachets using simple craft supplies.

EVENING BOOK CLUB

Tuesday, March 21, April 18 - 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 Bright’s Grove Library at 519-869-2351 or visit lclibrary. ca. To reserve an eBook version, browse the Libby app.

March: 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.

April: Discuss “The Vanishing Half” by Brit Bennett, a complex character driven novel about twin sisters that ultimately choose to live two different lives.

NEW PARENT MEET-UP

Friday, March 31, April 28 - 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. Meet with other parents and find a new level of support within your community. All parents welcome, as well as baby.

Camlachie Library

Kids

AFTERSCHOOL KIDS’ CLUB

Thursday, March 9, 23, April 6, 13, 274:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Ages 6 - 12

March 9 – Emoji Maker: Read “Big Feelings” by Alexandra Penfold, then using paper cups and markers make your own changeable emoji face.

March 23 – Newton’s Cradle: Using popsicle sticks, some yarn and glue create your own Newton’s cradle. April 6 – Monkey Around: Read a book about our fun swinging friends and make a paper friend to take home.

April 13 – Coffee Filter Butterflies: Flutter fly butterfly! Read a book and then make your own beautiful butterfly. April 27 – Marble Track Building: Using recycled material, we will create a fun marble track at the library.

SATURDAY KIDS’ CLUB

Saturday, March 25, April 22 - 1:15 p.m. to 1:45 p.m.

Ages 5-10

March 25 – Shamrock Salt Painting: Celebrate March with this fun craft using glue, salt, and watercolours to create a beautiful picture.

April 22 – Spring Salt Painting: Get into the Spring spirit with this fun craft by using glue, salt, and watercolours to create a beautiful picture.

Adults

BOOK CLUB

Thursday, March 16, April 20 - 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.

March: Discuss “A Fire Sparkling” by Julianne MacLean, a family saga about a woman and a mysterious photo of her grandmother.

April: Discuss “Still Life” by Louise Penny, an intricately plotted mystery about an investigation into the suspicious hunting accident that claims the life of Jane Neal, a local fixture in the village.

TECH TUTOR

Monday, March 27, April 17 - 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-on-one session with our Community Librarian.

BOOKS, BEVERAGES AND BAKED GOODSONE BOOK LAMBTON

Wednesday, April 19 - 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. 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.

Mallroad Library Kids

AFTERSCHOOL KIDS’ CLUB

Monday, March 13, 20, April 3, 24 - 4:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Ages 5 - 10

March 13 - Sponge Painting: Create something unique using sponges and paint.

March 20 - Spirograph Patterns: Be amazed by patterns and designs that appear when using the spirograph to make art.

April 3 - Pop Bottle Bird Feeder: Create a special feeder to attrach and nourish local birds.

April 24 - Dash and Dot: Learn coding with the help of robots!

KIDS’ DIY

Tuesday, March 7, 14, 21, 28, April 4, 11, 184:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Ages 5 - 10

March 7 – Paper Plate Greenhouse: Create a simple greenhouse and watch your seeds sprout.

March 14 – Magic Fizzing Shamrock: A St. Patrick’s Day themed science experiment for you to enjoy.

March 21 – Flapping Butterfly: Craft a butterfly that flaps just like a the real thing.

March 28 – Paper Napkin Princess: Twist napkins into a princess.

April 4 – Hatching Chick: Celebrate spring by creating a chick that hatches, using a paper plate.

April 11 – Quacking Paper Cup: A paper cup and string combine to create this quacking duck craft.

April 18 – Coffee Ground Fossils: If you love dinosaurs, this is for you! Create your own fossils using coffee grounds.

April 25 – Bendy Friends: With pipecleaners and beads, create a bendable, movable person.

LEGO CLUB

Wednesday, March 1, 15, 29, April 12, 26 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.

SATURDAY KIDS’ CLUB

Saturday, March 4, April 15, 29 - 2:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Ages 4 - 11

March 4 – Dr. Seuss Day: Explore Dr. Seuss’ language rich stories while participating in two Seuss-themed activities.

April 15 – Paper Airplanes: Discover how paper airplanes work and then create your own. Show off your flying skills and see what planes have the furthest flight, longest air-time, or highest accuracy!

April 29 – Pop Bottle Green House: Learn how to make a greenhouse from a pop bottle!

ONE BOOK LAMBTON - BULLSEYE! ARCHERY WORKSHOP - AT SARNIA SCHOOL OF ARCHERY

1137 McGregor Road North, Sarnia

Sunday, April 30 - 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. or 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Ages 8+

Family Friendly! Experienced staff from the Sarnia School of Archery will go through everything you need to know: the different bows, the gear, the steps to shoot an arrow, and most importantly, how to use your bow and arrow safely!

Teens

TEEN DIY

Wednesday, March 8, 22, April 5 - 4:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.

March 8 - Stress Balls: Do you have stress? Create your very own stress ball!

March 22 – Pallet Coasters: Are you always looking for a coaster to put under your hot drink? The solution is to build an easy coaster out of popsicle sticks.

April 5 – Pinch Pots: Learn to make a pinch pot out of clay and your own imagination.

Adults

ADULT DIY

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

March 2 – Yarn Art: Learn a new way to use yarn to create a wonderful piece of art!

March 9– Macrame Feather: Learn the basics of macrame in this beginner-friendly program that will leave you with an earthy macrame feather to decorate your home.

March 16 – Spring Coffee Filter Wreath: Coffee filters can be used for more than just coffee! Learn how to make a colourful wreath from coffee filters.

March 23 – Terracotta Pot Wind Chime: Create a wind chime from terra cotta pots, a naturally sustainable material, so you can enjoy the sweet sounds of it hanging in your outdoor space all summer long.

March 30 – Wine Glass Bunny Holder: Have fun changing a wine glass into a bunny candle holder!

April 6 – Sock Bunnies: Make a bunny from a white sock.

April 13 – Paper Dahlia: We may not be able to plant the seeds but we can make a Dahlia come to life.

April 20 – Decoupage Spring Pots: Learn the art of Decoupage while making a lovely planter pot.

April 27 – Painted Spoons: Paint a Wooden spoon and make unique designs come to life!

LEARNING FOR LIFE

Thursday, March 9, 30 - 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Friday, March 17, 24, April 14 - 2:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.

March 9 – Eating Healthy: Are you ready for March Break? Learn all about healthy eating just before March Break. Our guest speaker will be Erin from the North Lambton Community Health Centre.

March 17 – Knock-Knock Card Game: This fun game requires the use of a standard pack of 52 playing cards (without jokers), is really easy to learn, and can be played with two or more players. Socialize while learning something new!

March 24 – Spring Mocktails: Learn how to make fun and easy spring-coloured mocktails. Choose the perfect glass for these most delicious drinks.

March 30 – Financial Advisor Guest Speaker: Our guest speaker, Don Carey, has decades of experience as a financial advisor.

April 14 – Painting Without Brushes : Learn to use household items to create a wonderful art piece!

ONE BOOK LAMBTON - BULLSEYE! ARCHERY WORKSHOP - AT SARNIA SCHOOL OF ARCHERY

Saturday, April 8 - 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. or 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Adults (18+) Only. Experienced staff from the Sarnia School of Archery will go through everything you need to know: the different bows, the gear, the steps to shoot an arrow, and most importantly, how to use your bow and arrow safely!

TECH TUTOR

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

Thursday, March 16 - 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Thursday, March 30, April 13, 27 - 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-on-one session with one of our staff members.

Point Edward Library

Adults

BOOK CLUB

Wednesday, March 1, April 5 - 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.

March: Discuss “Fight Night” by Miriam Toews, a humorous Canadian novel about the adventures of and bonds between three generations of women, told in the unforgettable voice of nine-year-old Swiv.

April: 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.

TECH TUTOR

Wednesday, March 1, 29, April 12, 262:00 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.

MAKERSPACE3D PRINTER

TRAINING WORKSHOP

Saturday, March 11 - 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

Would you like to book time with our new 3D printers to complete your projects? Become trained on using the equipment independently by attending this workshop.

ONE BOOK LAMBTONPAINT PARTY

WITH ARTZ DEN

Saturday, April 1 - 1:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.

Absolutely NO experience is necessary. Step-by-step guidance from the talented artists from ArtZ Den (Petrolia), will help you learn new skills, and ignite your creativity.

Wyoming Library Kids

AFTERSCHOOL KIDS’ CLUB

Monday, April 24, Tuesday, March 7, 21, 28, April 4, 11, 18, Wednesday, March 15, 29, April 12, 19

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

March 7 – Robot Hand

March 15 – Shamrock Salt Painting

March 21 – Lego Robot Painting

March 28 – Robot Lab

March 29 – Fly Swatter Painting

April 4 – Wiggly Worms

April 11– No Sew Bunny

April 12 – Spring Poetry

April 18 – Marble Painting

April 19– Spring Salt Painting

April 24 – Marble Track Building

SATURDAY KIDS’ CLUB

Saturday, March 4, 18, April 1, 15 - 1:00 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Ages 5 - 8

March 4 – Marble Painting: Prepare to lose your marbles over this fun painting craft.

March 18 – Pixel Art: Explore what you can make with pixel art.

April 1 – Monkey Around: Read a book about our fun swinging friends and make a paper friend to take home.

April 15 – Paper Hyacinths: Embrace the springtime feeling with this book and craft program.

KIDS’ DIY

Wednesday, March 1, 22, April 5 - 3:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Ages 5 – 8

March 1 – Emoji Maker: Read “Big Feelings” by Alexandra Penfold and then, using paper cups and markers, make your own changeable emoji face.

March 22 – Newton’s Cradle: Using popsicle sticks, yarn, and glue, create your own Newton’s cradle.

April 5 – Coffee filter Butterflies: Flutter fly butterfly! Read a book and then make your own beautiful butterfly.

AUTHOR TALK - SUE WRIGHT

Wednesday, March 15 - 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Sue Wright will share her journey to becoming a published author. Bring the littles along for a read aloud of “Earl the Squirrel and Friends - It’s Good to Plant a Tree!” by the author herself!

Teens

TEEN DUNGEONS & DRAGONS

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

Welcome travelers, to the magical realm of Dungeons & Dragons! Visit after school and learn how to create a character, roleplay, and explore as adventurers.

Adults

DUNGEONS & DRAGONS - BEGINNERS & BEYOND

Thursdays – 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Learn how to create a character, roleplay, and achieve your fantastical goals with a team of like-minded adventurers - in the magical realm of Dungeons & Dragons!

ADULT DIY - LANTERNS

Thursday, April 6 - 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Get ready for spring with this bright, cheery handmade lantern.

BOOK CLUB

Wednesday, March 8, April 12 - 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.

March: Discuss “A Town Called Solace” by Mary Lawson, her newest book in a decade. Uncover the layers of grief, remorse and love that connect these unforgettable characters.

April: Discuss “All Things Consoled” by Elizabeth Hay, a courageous memoir detailing a family’s dynamics, favouritism, rivalries, grievances and love, reaching a complete understanding of her parents.

LEARNING FOR LIFE - SPRING CLEANING

Wednesday, April 1 - 2:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.

The time of year is upon us where we want to open windows and let the fresh air in. Join us as we discuss the simple tricks and tips that will make spring cleaning your house simple and easy to do.

TECH TUTOR

Friday, March 1, 31, April 28 - 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-on-one session with one of our staff members.

MAKERSPACEBUTTON MAKER TRAINING WORKSHOP

Thursday, March 9 - 4:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m., or 4:45 p.m. to 5:15 p.m.

Wednesday, March 15 - 3:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., or 4:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Tuesday, April 11 - 1:00 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Saturday April 15 - 9:30 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.

Would you like to book time with the button maker to complete your projects? Become trained on the equipment for independent use by attending this workshop.

Online Programs

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. Registration is required at all programs. Register by visiting the online calendar at lclibrary.ca or calling your local library.

Adults

NON-FICTION BOOK CLUB

Tuesday, March 21, April 18 - 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Participate in thought-provoking discussions and experience new non-fiction authors. Select a non-fiction book and discuss your choice. Visit any Lambton County Library location or visit lclibrary.ca to reserve a book. To reserve an eBook, browse the Libby app.

ONE BOOK LAMBTONCOPING WITH LOSS, EXPERIENCES OF GRIEF AT THE END OF LIFE

Monday, March 27 - 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Whether you are facing a life limiting illness, caring for someone who is ill or have experienced a death of a loved one - your experience of grief is at the same time universal, in that it is part of the human experience, and unique to your own personality, circumstances, relationships and culture. Joy Cooke, Living Life Well Program Coordinator and Lisa Adams, Supportive Services Coordinator from St. Joseph’s Hospice SarniaLambton will explore themes of death, grief, loss and mourning while emphasizing the importance of extending compassion to ourselves, our loved ones and the community at large.

LAMBTON COUNTY LIBRARY

TECHNICAL HELP FROM LIBRARY STAFF AVAILABLE AT ALL 25 LOCATIONS.

Library Hours and Phone Numbers