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Welcome to Check It Out!

Welcome to Check It Out! your source for programs and events at Lambton County Library. After a busy fall full of celebrations for Ontario Public Library Week, this issue will showcase Lambton Remembers programs to honour veterans, technical training, and holiday programs. Beginning on page 10 you will find a list of events and programs at each library for the months of November and December. Programs are always being added. For the most up to date program and event information visit lclibrary.ca/calendar and follow us on Facebook and Twitter.

Online Reading Challenges

Did you know that reading to your child is the single most important way to help children get ready to read? Formal education does not typically start until ages 4 -5 , and parents and caregivers are the first education providers during the critical early years. Taking part in our 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten program encourages bonding, promotes the development of early literacy skills and helps give kids the tools they need to succeed in school. Read 1,000 different books or read the same book 1,000 times. Register your child for the 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten Challenge in Beanstack or the Beanstack App and log your child’s reading to earn badges. Earn your 1000 Books badge and receive a prize from your local library. Visit lclibrary.ca/ beanstack on information on how to register for this challenge.

Lambton Remembers - Talk and Film Screening - Andrew Robertshaw and “They Shall Not Grow Old” Wednesday, November 2 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.

Important Dates

Upcoming Events

CLOSED!

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 11: REMEMBRANCE DAY, ALL LIBRARIES ARE CLOSED

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 25: CHRISTMAS, ALL LIBRARIES ARE CLOSED

MONDAY, DECEMBER 26: BOXING DAY, ALL LIBRARIES ARE CLOSED

SUNDAY, JANUARY 1: NEW YEAR’S DAY, ALL LIBRARIES ARE CLOSED

LAMBTON REMEMBERS - WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 2 - SARNIA LIBRARY THEATRE

LETTERS TO SANTA - NOVEMBER

ART & BOOKS CLUB - NOVEMBER 30 - SARNIA LIBRARY / JUDITH & NORMAN ALIX ART GALLERY

UNCOVER YOUR PROPERTY’S PAST WITH LAMBTON COUNTY ARCHIVES - NOVEMBER 14 - PETROLIA LIBRARY

Staff Picks

Technical Librarian Assistant, Alynne Grover, shares her top ten eBooks to Hallmark Movies. All eBooks can be accessed using the Libby app. Visit lclibrary.ca for full details. 1. Christmas Camp by Karen Schaler 2. Starry Night by Debbie Macomber 3. Mr. Miracle by Debbie Macomber 4. Always, in December by Emily Stone 5. Dashing Through the Snow by Debbie Macomber 6. Call Me Mrs. Miracle by Debbie Macomber 7. Christmas Eve at Friday Harbor by Lisa Kleypas 8. A December Bride by Denise Hunter 9. The Christmas Cottage / Ever After by Samantha Chase 10. Trading Christmas: The Forgetful Bride by Debbie Macomber

FOR MORE INFORMATION OR TO BORROW ANY OF THESE TITLES, AND SOME CORRESPONDING HALLMARK MOVIES, VISIT LCLIBRARY.CA!

Active Living Collection

Did you know a library card gets you access to items you can use to explore the outdoors this winter? In partnership with Lambton Public Health, Lambton County Library provides free access to borrowing snowshoes, GPS units, walking poles and pedometers that can be used in tandem with other items like an Ontario Parks Pass to help you explore outdoors easily!

Snowshoes

Snowshoes are available for a 7-day loan period. You can place holds on snowshoes through the Library’s online catalogue and they will be delivered to your local library. Please note that only four pairs of snowshoes can be borrowed per library card. Adult sizes and kids’ sizes are available.

Pedometers

Pedometers are devices that you wear to measure the distance traveled on foot by recording the number of steps being taken. Pedometers have proven to be successful in motivating people to walk more. Pedometers are available for a 21-day loan period.

GPS Devices

GPS (Global Positioning Systems) are used to track your current location. GPS devices can be used to go geocaching. Geocaching is an activity that uses GPS coordinates to lead people on a type of treasure hunt. Containers (or caches) are hidden at specific coordinate locations all over the world, including Lambton County. GPS Devices are available at your local library for a 21-day loan period. Geocaching is a fun way to increase physical activity levels, and to explore local trails.

Walking Poles

Walking poles may be used year round to help activate muscles in your upper body as well as the lower body when walking for an effective overall workout. Adjustable walking poles are available in two sizes for a 7-day loan.

Get your library card and take your family on an adventure this holiday season!