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Aurora Public Library
VIRTUAL STORYTIME
Tues, Wed & Fri | 10:30 - 11:00am Tune in to Facebook Live for songs, stories, rhymes and more.
SIGN LANGUAGE STORYTIME
Thurs Sept 23 | 10:30am A storytime celebrating International Day of Sign Languages.
KIDS TAKE & MAKES
Bring home your fantastic APL program. Place a hold in the catalogue, pick up your supplies with instructions and make something fun with your child. Limited kits are available each week. Place your holds at bit.ly/3f02ACA
FALL READING CLUB (ages 4 - 12) Track what you read using our easy app and see who can read the most. Top readers will get certificates recognizing their reading superpowers. Register at aurorapl.beanstack.org
For a full list of our programs visit aurorapl.ca
ACADEMIC ASSISTANCE FROM A DISTANCE FOR KIDS
Receive virtual school help and mentoring from IB students on a variety of subjects offered at all elementary grade levels. To apply, email ya@aurorapl.ca
PANDEMIC PENPALS FOR KIDS
Children in grades 1-6 are paired with high school students and will exchange a series of letters to practice reading and writing, as well as penmanship or typing. Letters will be transmitted via library staff. To register, email ya@aurorapl.ca
INTERNATIONAL GAMES WEEK
November 7-13 Take part in an annual celebration of games, play and learning. Try a new game or enjoy an old favourite. Check aurorapl.ca for games, dates and times to play.
Grades 9-12
TEEN ADVISORY GROUP (TAG)
Thurs, Sept 16, 30, Oct 14, 28, Nov 11, 25, Dec 9 7:00pm Local teens wanted to contribute fresh ideas for our YA programs and collections.
2020 REVISION
Complete questionnaires and writing prompts about your experiences of 2020/21. Earn additional hours by interviewing people of different ages about the pandemic and more.
APL ACTS OF KINDNESS
Perform a good deed or kind act, then submit a photo and brief description to ya@aurorapl.ca Include your full name, grade, school, email and phone number. Volunteer hours will be awarded at the discretion of library staff.
PANDEMIC PEN PALS
Help an elementary school student with their reading and writing, as well as penmanship or typing. Letters will be transmitted via library staff.
Interested in volunteering? Email ya@aurorapl.ca Students are responsible for supplying the forms issued by their schools.
ANIMAL CROSSING: NEW HORIZONS DROP N’SWAP AND ISLAND TOURS
Mon, Aug 30, Sept 27, Oct 25, Nov 29 l 7:00pm Come to Aurora Island and participate in a virtual drop n’ swap! Participants need their subscription to Nintendo Switch Online. Check FB before the event for your Dodo Code.
KAHOOT TRIVIA CHALLENGE
Sundays l 10am Make your way through 20 themed trivia questions and test your knowledge. The challenge will be live from Sunday – Friday (12pm), with winners announced Friday at 4pm.
ONLINE TRIVIA NIGHT
Wednesdays l 8:00pm Join us on Facebook Live for online trivia and play against fellow community members.
TAKE & MAKES (13+) The Creative Studio comes to you with a new project each week. Place a hold in the catalogue, pick up your supplies and follow our tutorial. Limited kits are available each week. Place your holds at bit.ly/3uxif2S
PANDEMIC PENPALS FOR ADULTS
For older adults who may be feeling lonely or isolated and would enjoy exchanging letters with a high school student. Letters will be transmitted via library staff. To participate, email ya@aurorapl.ca
100 BOOKS BEFORE GRADUATION (teens) Expand your reading, get book suggestions and work your way to reading 100 Books Before Graduation. Register at aurorapl.beanstack.org
READ WOKE
Arm yourself with knowledge, expand your vision of others and heighten your awareness of issues of racial and social injustice. #aplreadwoke Register at aurorapl.beanstack.org
I’VE GOT A COOL JOB
Fri, Aug 20, Sept 24, Oct 22, Nov 26 l 7:00pm Want to learn how people get into unique professions? Sam interviews amazing individuals working in industries such as gaming, technology and more.
Play along or watch on FB live
JACKBOX PARTY GAMES
Tuesdays l 7:00pm To play, go to Jackbox.tv on your device browser and enter the room code. We recommend you have two devices; one to watch and one to play along.
MINECRAFT REALMS
Thursdays l 7:00pm To play, you need a copy of Minecraft; any platform (PC, Switch, PS4, etc.) can join. Check FB before the event for the link to our Minecraft Realms server.
PRACTICING MEDITATION
Sat, Aug 14, Sept 18, Oct 16, Nov 20, Dec 11 l 11:00am Take time out and relax in meditation. Learn the benefits of meditation and basic techniques to de-stress and combat anxiety. Register with bpreyde@aurorapl.ca
CHAIR YOGA
Thurs, Sept 9 - Dec 16 l 3:30pm Feel the benefits of gentle core body stretches, movements and postures that will engage both sides of the body. Register with bpreyde@aurorapl.ca
SWEATER WEATHER FALL READING CHALLENGE
Grab a cozy sweater, turn on your fireplace and settle in for a good book. Track the books you read, complete activities, write reviews and earn digital badges for raffle tickets to win prizes from different Aurora businesses. Register at aurorapl.beanstack.org
APL ONLINE BOOK CLUB
Tues, Aug 17, Sept 21, Oct 19, Nov 16 l 2:00pm Enjoy a relaxed, fun conversation about some great titles. Copies available for APL members. Connect on FB at bit.ly/3tgF6OT; Register at aurorapl.ca
FEMINIST BOOK CLUB
Tues, Aug 10, Sept 14, Oct 12, Nov 9, Dec 14 l 7:00pm A virtual gathering to explore feminism in relation to monthly book titles and as a broader subject. A limited number of books provided. Register at aurorapl.ca
APL EVENING BOOK CLUB
Wed, Sept 29, Oct 27, Nov 24 l 7:00pm Join us monthly for an engaging Book Club discussion. To reserve your book, email bpreyde@aurorapl.ca
culinary traveler or womens meetup
For a full list of our programs visit aurorapl.ca
Mirrors and Windows 镜子与窗户 bridges modern poets of East and West Register at bit.ly/3vp2k6M
THE CULINARY TRAVELLER
Fri, Sept 3 l 10:00am - 12:00pm Be inspired by the diversity of global cuisine at an online cook-along showcasing recipes from around the world. Register at bit.ly/3nzfUlt In partnership with York Region Food Network.
JUST 4 YOU (Monthly Women’s Meetup)
Tues, Sept 14, Oct 12, Nov 9, Dec 7 l 10:00 - 11:00am Whether you are new to our community or a long-time resident, this is your space to build friendships, learn something new and have some fun. Register at bit.ly/2QgcxTY or email Claudia at colguin@aurorapl.ca
ENTERPRISING CAREERS FOR WOMEN
Fri, Oct 1 or 8 (orientation) Fridays, Oct 15 - Dec 10 l 10:00am - 12:00pm Build your self-confidence, work one-on-one with a career coach and receive support for one year. For women 18+ living in York Region. Register at wcyr.ca/registration In partnership with Women’s Centre of York Region.
TUESDAY PHILOSOPHY CLUB
Tues, Sept 28, Oct 26, Nov 23, Dec 14 l 7:00pm For the curious who enjoy discussing philosophical concepts such as existence, knowledge, values, reason, mind and language. Register at aurorapl.ca
NEWCOMER BOOK DISCUSSION GROUP
Wed, Sept 22, Oct 27, Nov 24 l 7:00 - 8:30pm Practice your English listening, reading and conversational skills. All levels welcome! A limited number of books will be made available. Register at LSP@ccsyr.org or call 905-770-7040 x 227/234 In partnership with Catholic Community Services of York Region through Library Settlement Partnerships.
RIDING A BUS IN YORK REGION
Thurs, Sept 16 l 6:00 - 8:00pm Learn about the YRT and VIVA, including fares, Transit Assistance, MyRide and Travel Training. Register at LSP@ccsyr.org or call 647-859-9092 In partnership with Catholic Community Services of York Region through Library Settlement Partnerships.
ENGLISH CONVERSATION MEETUP
Wed, Sept 8, Oct 13, Nov 10, Dec 8 l 10:30 - 11:30am Practice English in everyday conversation with a different theme each month. All levels of spoken English are welcome. Register at bit.ly/33eBXEg or email Claudia at colguin@aurorapl.ca
NEWCOMER HEALTH & WELL-BEING
Stress Management under COVID-19
Wed Oct 6 l 10:00 - 11:30am Register at bit.ly/2Qw1qqv Sleep Hygiene | Wed Oct 20 | 1:30 - 3:00pm Register at bit.ly/2R2xZvY
Healthy Nutrition in Canada
Mindfulness Practice and Mental Health
In partnership with the Canadian Mental Health Association York and South Simcoe.
SCHOLARS’ HUB SPEAKER SERIES
Wednesdays l 12:00 - 12:45pm Enjoy talks followed by a Q&A on a broad range of topics with some of York University’s best minds. Register through York at bit.ly/3nln6BA
ESTATE PLANNING 301
Tues, Sept 7 | 7:30pm David Duong presents on securing your legacy with estate protection strategies using trusts. Register at bit.ly/2SkqWzi
GHOSTS OF QUEEN’S PARK
Fri, Oct 29 | 12:30pm Have a ghoulishly good time as we discover the folklore of ghosts. Presented by the Ontario Legislative Assembly. Registration bit.ly/33TkZvR
ENTREPRENEURS IN RESIDENCE
Thurs, Nov 18 l 7:00pm Becoming an Entrepreneur is an exciting adventure, but it is never without risk. Tips, back stories and networking opportunities with four entrepreneurs who share your drive to succeed. Register at bit.ly/2SCZY68
BABY CAFÉ
Thursdays, Sept 16, Oct 21, Nov 18, Dec 16 11:00am - 12:00pm Expecting and new parents are invited to attend interactive expert-facilitated virtual workshops. Each month will feature a different guest speaker and topic. Register at bit.ly/3iUd0EG
BOYS & BOOKS
Tuesdays, Sept 14, Oct 12, Nov 9, Dec 14 7:00 - 9:00pm A book discussion and social group where we discuss stories written by and about GBQ guys. Register at bit.ly/3hWQxXV or email Lorcan at lodonnell@cayrcc.org In partnership with CAYR Community Connections.
PFLAG COFFEE NIGHT SUPPORT MEETING
2nd Monday of the month | 7:00 - 8:30pm An online safe space where members of the LGBTQ2 community, friends and allies can come together. Register through Pflag at bit.ly/3dtq5o3
One Book One Aurora
- our community reads -
Chasing Painted Horses
MEET DREW HAYDEN TAYLOR Sat, Oct 23 l 2:00pm Drew Hayden Taylor is an Ojibway from the Curve Lake First Nations in Ontario. Self-described as a contemporary storyteller, his exploration of the storytelling tradition has explored many boundaries. Meet this award-winning playwright, author, columnist, film maker and lecturer at a special author event. Register at bit.ly/3pzC8mV
BIRTH TOTEMS Thurs, Sept 16 l 7:00pm Todd Jamieson of the Oneida Nation of the Thames leads participants in creating their own woodlands-style drawing based on their personal Birth Totem. Details and registration at bit.ly/3rDio3e
GRAFFITI DREAMS: WRITING WORKSHOP Sat, Sept 25 l 1:30 - 3:30pm Create literary graffiti with child-like art, visualization and imagination games using the magic of metaphor. Facilitated by Marnie Maguire. Details and registration at bit.ly/3qS3AwB
PHOTOGRAPHY & WRITING CONTESTS
ART IN UNEXPECTED PLACES Share your photos of art encountered in unexpected places. In partnership with The Auroran.
TAP INTO YOUR IMAGINATION Tap into your imagination and draw from elements of fantasy, fairy tale, science fiction or magic realism.
Youth and Adult categories. Details at onebookoneaurora.com
