October 2015 by Shortgrass Library System

October 2015 Program Guide

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BrooksPublicLibrary @brookslibrary

420 1st Avenue West 403-362-2947 brooks.shortgrass.ca

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October 2015

Contact Information

General Programs

Hours of Operation

Library Closure

Monday: 10:00am to 5:00pm

The Brooks Public Library will be

Tuesday: 10:00am to 8:00pm

Closed Monday October 12 for

Wednesday: 10:00am to 8:00pm

Thanksgiving Day.

Thursday: 10:00am to 8:00pm

We will reopen at 10:00am on

Friday: 10:00am to 5:00pm

Tuesday October 13 2015.

Saturday: 10:00am to 5:00pm Sunday: 1:00pm to 5:00pm

Contact Information Phone: 403-362-2947 Fax: 403-362-8111 Email: brolib@shortgrass.ca Website: brooks.shortgrass.ca

Let us help you get active! You can check out a Lakeside Leisure Centre Pass from the Brooks Public Library. Ask us at the Circulation desk for more information.

Tuesdays Oct 14 & 27 6:30pm to 8:00pm

Put down the electronics and join us for some old school fun. Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve got our favorite board games ready to go but feel free to bring your own game to share. This is an all ages free event!

Magic: The Gathering in the Library Every Thursday Night 6:00pm to 8:00pm

Are you looking for a way to play Magic while meeting new friends ? Grab your deck, then drop in and play Magic: The Gathering with other local players and practice your skills.

Mini Psychic Fair Friday October 30 6:30pm to 9:00pm

Come to the library and have your fortunes told and questions answered by Pamela Steele, the Steele Wizard, The Green Wizard,and Many More. Tickets are $10.00 and include admission and snack only. Individual readings & drinks are not included in the ticket price. Tickets are limited so make sure to get yours in advance Must be 18 or older to attend!

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Board Game Night

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In the Gallery:

Galt Gardens: Contested Ground Come check our this travelling Exhibition by Edward Bader in the library all of October. This show of nine drawings examines the social and cultral history of Lethbridgeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s first urban park Galt Gardens.

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October 2015

Children’s Programs

Children’s Programs S is for Storytime

Wednesday or Friday Mornings Sept 16 to Nov 06 10:15am to 11:00am Children ages 5 and under are sure to enjoy this program filled with stories, songs and crafts. No two storytimes are alike but each is crafted towards an engaging theme that both parents and children alike are sure to love.

Spooky Stories

Saturday Oct 24 10:30am to 11:30am Join us for spooky stories, songs and of course a craft. Dress in your Halloween costume and receive a special scary treat! This drop-in spooky storytime is for families and children of all ages.

Registration is required for this free eight week program.

Halloween Party

Books N’ Babies

Saturday Oct 24 2:00 pm to 3:30pm

Tuesday’s Starting Oct 6 10:15am to 10:45am Join us as we launch our brand new baby storytime program. This 30 minute program focuses on interactive songs, rhymes and introduces board books to the babies.

We’re having a Halloween Party. It’s sure to be a wild time with stories, games and even a costume party. Come dressed in your scariest costume and maybe you’ll win. This free drop in program is for kids ages 7 to 12.

Registration and parent participation is required.

Lego Club

Saturday Oct 10 2:30pm to 3:30pm Love lego? Join Shawna and Allison as they take you on a themed lego adventure. First you’ll listen to a story and then build your own lego creations all based on our weekly theme. Reigstration is required for this free monthly program. 4 Children’s Programs

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Thursday

Friday

Magic: The Gathering in the Library @ 6:00pm

Saturday

Tween Creepy Crafts Program @ 2pm

Wii for Tweens @ 3:00pm

Books N’ Babies @ 10:15am Reader’s Choice Book Club @ 6:30pm

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ESL Beginner Book Club @ 2:00pm

S is for Storytime @ 10:30am Magic: The Gathering in Teen Advisory Board the Library @ 6:00pm @ 6:30pm You & The Law: Small Claimes @ 6:30pm ELS Book Club @ 6:00pm

Books, N’ Babies @ 10:15am

S is for Storytime @ 10:30am

Board Game Night @ 6:30pm

You & The Law : Power of Attorney @ 6:30pm

Magic: The Gathering in the Library @ 6:00pm

ESL Book Club @ 6:00pm

Books N’ Babies @ 10:15am

S is for Storytime @ 10:30am

Money Talks Managing Home Equity @ 7:00pm

You & The Law: Identity Theft @ 6:30pm

S is for Storytime @ 10:30am

Lego Club @ 2:30pm

Wii for Tweens @ 3:00pm Teen Scary Move Night @ 6:00pm

S is for Storytime @ 10:30

Wyvenhurst @ 2pm

Wii for Tweens @ 3:00pm

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S is for Storytime @ 10:30am Wii for Tweens @ 3:00pm

Spooky Storytime @ 10:30am Halloween Party @ 2pm

ESL Book Club @ 6:00pm

25 ESL Beginner Book Club @ 2:00pm

Books N’ Babies @ 10:15am

S is for storytime @ 10:30am

Board Game Night @ 6:30pm

You & The Law : Being an Executor @ 6:30pm ESL Book Club @ 6:00pm

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S is for Storytime @ 10:30am Psychic Fair @ 6:30

October 2015

Teen & Tween Programs

Teen & Tween Programs Wyvenhurst Saturday Oct 17 2:00pm to 4:00pm

Teen Advisory Board Wednesday October 7 6:30pm to 7:00pm

Come into the library for free food and drinks, and help us decide which books, CDs, DVDs, and video games to buy, teen programs to run, and much more. Open to all teens ages 13 to 17 or in grades 7 to 12.

Harry Potter fans will love our witchcraft and wizardry program for kids ages 9 to 12. Come learn about runes, crystals, metals and mythical creatures and more. Registration is required so call or sign up today!

Creepy Crafts

Scary Movie Night

Saturday Oct 3 2:00pm to 4:00pm

Friday Oct 9 6:00pm to Midnight

Need a good fright? Head to the Brooks Public Library and see what movies we have to scare your socks off! Drinks and pizza will be provided at this free drop in program. Doors open at 5:45pm and close at 6:10pm

Do you like to play with slime? Come out the library and try your hand at making a slime monster or even a creepy crawly spider. This free drop in program for tweens ages 7 to 12 and is available only while supplies last.

Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re Looking For A Hero ...

Wii for Tweens

Friday Aftenoons 3:00pm to 4:30pm Calling all gamers! Come in and enjoy playing the coolest multi-player games the Wii has to offer. Wii for Tweens is a drop in program for kids ages 7 to 12.

... Who could be a member of the Brooks Public Library Board As a board member you will represent the interests of the community and be entrusted by the community to help create a library to be enjoyed by everyone. To find out more call us at 403-362-2947 or email bplboard@shortgrass.ca

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October 2015

Adult Programs

‘Small Claims Court’ and How it Works

Information, Identity Theft and the Law

Learn about ‘Small Claims Court’ (now called Provincial Court - Civil). Find out what cases the court hears, the claims limit, how lawsuits are started and defended, and procedures before trial.

Get an overview of information identity legal issues. Find out when to give your personal information out and to whom. Learn what to do if somebody gives out your information or if your information is stolen.

Bring your questions to this free drop in event.

Bring your questions to this free drop in event

An Enduring Power of Attorney: A Legal Toolkit

Being an Executor - Legal Rights and Responsibilities

An enduring power of attorney, a personal directive, and a will are basic legal tools for building your plan. This program also explains what changes the new legislation, ‘The Wills and Succession Act’ has brought to the system.

Learn the legal rights and responsibilities of an executor. Find out how to gather in the estate assets, pays the debts, distribute to beneficiaries and how to administer the estate.

Wednesday Oct 07 6:30pm to 8:30pm

Wednesday, Oct 14 6:30 to 8:30pm

Bring your questiosn to this free drop in event.

Wednesday, Oct. 21 6:30 to 8:30pm

Wednesday, Oct 28 6:30 to 8:30pm

Bring your questions to this free dop in event.

Money Talks: Managing Home Equity

Reader’s Choice Book Club

Tuesday, October 20 7:00pm to 8:00pm

Tuesday, October 06 6:30pm to 7:30pm

Tapping into the equity built up in your home is a great way to finance investments in your life like vacation homes, rental properties or your retirement plan. Get expert advice to help you reach your goals.

Want to join a book club but don’t want to be told what to read? Join the Reader’s Choice Book Club. Simply pick a book, read it, and then tell the group what you thought.

Presenter: Servus Credit Union Bring your questions to this free drop in event 10 Adult Programs

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This drop in, once a month program is designed to get adults in the community discussing books, authors, and genres. Everyone is welcome to attend. Give us a call! 403-362-2947

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October 2015

Adult Programs Advanced ESL Book Club

Wednesday Nights Starting Oct 7 6:00pm to 7:30pm Want to practice reading in English? If so, join our Advanced ESL/ELL Book Club where we will be reading and discussing a book together. Spaces are limited, so please contact SPEC to register. You can reach them at 403-501-1041.

Beginner ESL Book Club

Sunday Afternoon Starting Oct 18 2:00pm to 4:00pm Join our beginners ESL/ELL Book Club and improve your reading skills. We will be reading and discussing the book in English together. Call Sandra from A.B.L.E. to register at 403-362-1685. Everyone is welcome! This edition of Booked In published September 2015 All program dates and times subject to change without notice.

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