October 2016 Program Guide
Booked In
BrooksPublicLibrary
420 First Avenue West 403.362.2947
@brookslibrary
brooks.shortgrass.ca
Events and Fundraisers
October 2016
Did You Know? Computer use is free to all (one hour sessions)
Brooks Public Library offers free resume printing (limit 10 per day)
All other printing and photocopying is 25¢ for B&W, 50¢ for Colour copies Wallet-sized card lamination for only $1.50
Children and Teens up to 17 years old get memberships for free
Adult memberships are only $10/year
We have Movies, TV series, and Video Games in our collection
BROOKS FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY
RAFFLE GRAND PRIZE $500 Freson Bros Gift Card SECOND PRIZE $300 Freson Bros Gift Card THIRD PRIZE $200 Freson Bros Gift Card Small Claims Court and How It Works Wednesday, October 5th 6:30 to 8:30pm This is a free, drop in programs for adults. 2 Events and Fundraising
Must be at least 18 years of age to purchase Draw: November 30th, 2016 at 420 First Ave. W Licence 438573 1000 tickets printed
This introduction to what is now called Provincial Court-Civil will teach you about types of cases heard, limits on claims, evidence and witnesses, judgments and enforcement. Visit us online at brooks.shortgrass.ca
General Programs
October 2016 Board Game Night Tuesday, October 18th 6:30 to 8:00pm
Bring your own game or play one of ours. We provide the snacks, you provide the fun!
This is a free, drop in program for all ages.
Feature Game is “Pointing Fingers” Reader’s Choice Bookclub Tuesday, October 11th 6:30pm
This is a free, drop in program for all ages
Pick your own book, read it, and then share. Get recommendations, discuss themes and characters and have a great time! AniManga Club Wednesday, October 26th 6:30 to 8:00pm
This month we’ll be watching episodes of Chobits
This is a free, drop in program for adults and teens, ages 13+
Handmade Cards with Maxine Krafft Quick and easy cards for Beginners to the Advanced! Give us a call! 403.362.2947
Ladies’ Craft Night Tuesday, October 4th 7:00 to 9:00pm Supplies and refreshments provided, $5 cost recovery fee. Space is limited, please register for this adult (18+) program.
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Books n’ Babies @10:15am TweenScene @3:45pm Ladies’ Craft Night @7pm
Little Listeners ESL Club @6pm @10:15am TAB @6:30pm Law Videoconference @6:30
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Books n’ Babies @10:15am TweenScene @3:45pm Reader’s Choice Bookclub@6:30pm
Little Listeners @10:15am Artist Reception @6:30pm
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Hours of Operation Monday: 10am to 5pm Tuesday: 10am to 8pm Wednesday: 10am to 8pm Thursday: 10am to 8pm Friday: 10am to 5pm
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Saturday: 10am to 5pm
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Lego Club @2:30pm
Sunday: 1pm to 5pm
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Little Listeners @10:15am Teen “Breakout” Program @6pm
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Contact Information
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Brooks Public Library will be closed for Thanksgiving on October 10th.
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Phone: 403.362.2947 Fax: 403.362.8111 Email: brolib@shortgrass.ca Website: brooks.shortgrass.ca This edition of Booked In published September 2016. All program dates and times subject to change without notice.
Brooks Public Library is a proud member of the Shortgrass Library System.
Teen & Tween Programs Teen Advisory Board (TAB) Wednesday, October 5th 6:30 to 7:30pm
October 2016
Help plan programs, decide what materials to buy, and gain volunteer experience. For more info contact Kim our Teen Programming Coordinator
It’s your Library … Make a Difference!
Crack the Codes, Solve the Clues, Save the World! Pizza and Pop provided!
Teen Escape Room Friday, October 14th 6:00 to 8:00pm Doors open at 5:45pm This is a free, drop in program for teens ages 13 to 17
Wii TweenScene Tuesdays after school October 11th and 25th 3:45 to 4:45pm
Lego TweenScene Tuesdays after school October 4th and 18th 3:45 to 4:45pm These are free, drop in program for tweens (10-13 years old)
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Visit us online at brooks.shortgrass.ca
Children’s Programs
October 2016
Little Listeners Storytime Please register for this free program
Wednesdays,10:15 to 11:00am September 14 to November 2 or Fridays, 10:15 to 11:00am September 16 to November 4
Books n’ Babies
Please join us for songs and stories for babies and caregivers!
Tuesdays 10:15 to 10:45am This is a free, drop in program
Lego Club Saturday, October 8th 2:30 to 3:30pm Please register for this free program for ages 5 to 10
2016 Children’s Programming is sponsored by
Knights of Columbus Give us a call! 403.362.2947
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ESL Programs
October 2016
ESL Book Club Sunday, October 2, 9, 16, 23, and 30 2:00 to 4:00pm Come practice reading, speaking and listening in English. This is a free, fun and friendly program for new ESL readers at any level, from beginner to advanced.
ESL Club Thursday, October 6, 13, 20 and 27 6:00 to 7:30pm This discussion and information group will explore new and familiar topics while practicing their English conversation skills. These are free, drop in programs for all ages
In the Gallery
Marking-Memory : Memory-Marking by Eileen Murray September 30th to October 31st
Artist Reception We d n e s d a y, O c t o b e r 1 2 t h 6:30 to 8:00 pm