VPL What's On Fall 2015

A FREE GUIDE TO PROGRAMS, SPECIAL EVENTS & USING YOUR LIBRARY

What’sOn SEPTEMBER OCTOBER NOVEMBER 2015

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What’sOn is published quarterly by the Marketing & Communications Department of Vaughan Public Libraries.

For more information about programs, please contact the branch listed. For general information about this publication contact: Editor, Elaine Barr t: 905.653.READ (7323) x4108 e: elaine.barr@vaughan.ca Assistant Editor, Karen Yang t: 905.653.READ (7323) x4146 e: karen.yang@vaughan.ca Design & Layout, Chantal Chen t: 905.653.READ (7323) x4133 e: chantal.chen@vaughan.ca Vaughan Public Libraries 900 Clark Avenue West, Vaughan, Ontario, L4J 8C1 • www.vaughanpl.info Chief Executive Officer, Margie Singleton t: 905.653.READ (7323) x4101 e: margie.singleton@vaughan.ca Mission Statement Vaughan Public Libraries offers welcoming destinations that educate, excite and empower our community.

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Computer & Technology Training Business Programs

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Book Clubs

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Using Your Library

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Welcome Greetings from

Teens – Don’t Miss Great Teen Events This Fall

Devender Sandhu Chair, Vaughan Public Library Board

Welcome to What’sOn at the Library.

Vaughan Public Libraries (VPL) is currently building a magnificent, Civic Centre Resource Library adjacent to City Hall, scheduled to open in early 2016 which will be followed with a new library at the Vellore Village Community Centre in 2017. Libraries play a vibrant role in creating literate environments and promoting literacy by offering reading materials for all ages and literacy levels. Libraries and literacy foster strong partnerships between the public and schools to enable resource sharing and to realize the vision for the importance of education in our daily lives.

Literacy is a fundamental human right, a means for social and human development and a precursor for transforming lives. Sixteen percent of the world’s population is illiterate. One in five adults is not literate; two-thirds of them are women. UNESCO (United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization) celebrates International Literacy Day on September 8th. As stated by Nelson Mandela “education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world.” Educational enlightenment is essential for eradicating poverty, reducing child mortality, achieving gender equality, ensuring sustainable development, peace and democracy. More than nine million Canadians can’t read or write well, in English, and are lacking numeracy and essential life skills.* In September, make a difference by contributing to the eradication of illiteracy and encourage reading and writing by participating in: • ArrowMight Canada provides adult learning literacy programs and computer courses for English speaking Canadians, Aboriginal and Immigrant learners. (www.arrowmight.ca)

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Murder Mystery After Dark kicks off Teen Read Week at Pierre Berton Resource Library. There will be lots to celebrate that week as Maple Library welcomes best-selling teen author, Kelley Armstrong. See page 10 for more info and check out, Escape the Library, November 28 for another great after–hours event at Pierre Berton and Pleasant Ridge libraries.

• World Literacy Canada supports community-based programs that emphasize adult literacy and non-formal education for both children and adults (www.worldlit.ca).

• Do One Thing For a Better World (www.doonething. org/calendar/literacyday.htm). Print or spread messages.

• Give a book as a gift or sponsor book awards.

• Form a reading promotion partnership with a nearby public library or another basic skills/literacy program.

• Donate books to schools and adult literacy programs in and outside Canada through a book collecting drive. *(www.nald.ca/library/research/issues_aboriginal/issues_aboriginal.pdf)

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Vaughan Newcomers' Bus Tour New to Vaughan? Discover Your Community Join the Vaughan Newcomers' Bus Tour. Learn about services and opportunities the City of Vaughan has to offer you and your family. Take your tour as part of Culture Days Vaughan!

Coming fall 2015

Available Tour Dates

September 24 or 25, 2015 • 9:30 am — 3:30 pm For more information and to register, please contact: Linda Cavaliere, 416.238.1019 Open to newcomers and new residents to the City of Vaughan. Seating is limited.

Holocaust Survivor's Testimony Join us during Holocaust Education Week

to hear a Holocaust survivor's story.

*For ages 12 and up. No registration required.

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Ansley Grove Library | Nov 4, 1:30 pm Manny Langer was born in Lodz, Poland, in 1929. He was forced to live in the Lodz Ghetto before being transported to AuschwitzBirkenau and Bergen-Belsen concentration camps. After liberation, he travelled back to Poland where he found two surviving sisters.

In 1946, he immigrated to the United States and in 1951 Manny and his sisters immigrated to Canada.

Bathurst Clark Resource Library | Nov 8, 11 am Henry Wellisch spent the war years in a British internment camp until he joined the Jewish Brigade. He enlisted in the Israeli army and fought in the War of Independence.

Dufferin Clark Library | Nov 5, 1 pm Denise Hans was born in France in 1938. In 1942, after her father was taken from home and murdered, her mother sought places to hide her children. Denise was hidden twice with farmers and then in a convent. She and two sisters stayed there until 1948, when they were reunited with their mother and siblings. Denise immigrated to Canada in 1956.

Maple Library | Nov 6, 10 am Alexander Eisen was born in Vienna, Austria, in 1929. After the Anschluss in 1938, the Eisen family fled to Hungary. In 1939 Alex’s father was arrested and fled to Palestine, leaving his wife alone with their three children. Alex and the rest of the family endured the hardships of the Budapest Ghetto, but later managed to escape and live in hiding until being liberated by the Soviet Army in 1945.

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Ready, Set, Kindergarten

Children enjoy an independent half-hour of stories, songs and activities while learning some of the social skills they will need in kindergarten.

Caregivers must remain in the library.

Please pre-register at the Service Desk.

For ages 3-5.

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Ready to Read

Preschool programs Baby Signs

In this four-session parent-and-child workshop, get an introduction to the fundamentals of baby sign language and learn common baby signs. For ages 6-18 months with a caregiver.

DC Thursdays 10:30 am No program Oct 29

Born to Read

Join us for an interactive program to share stories, songs, rhymes and early literacy activities that you can continue to enjoy at home! For ages 0-18 months with a caregiver.

BCRL* Wednesdays 10:30 am Wednesdays 11:30 am MA Tuesdays 1:30 pm No program Sept 1 PBRL Tuesdays 10:30 am No program Sept 1 PL Mondays 10:30 am No program Sept 7, Oct 12

LEGO DUPLO® Read! Build! Play!

Join us to read, build and play with Duplo® to help your child develop their early literacy skills. For ages 2-5.

PBRL Thursdays 10:30 am No program Sept 3

*Tickets available at Service Desk 30 minutes before.

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Musical Babies

An hour-long program that incorporates musical learning with songs, rhymes, and more! Offered in partnership with the Ontario Early Years Centre. Space is limited. For ages 0-12 months.

AN Fridays 10:30 am KL Wednesdays 2 pm MA Thursdays 1:30 pm Program starts Sept 10 PBRL Mondays 3 pm No program Oct 12

Play, Laugh, Learn @ the Library Indulge in the delights of unstructured play to promote early literacy. Enjoy a variety of activity stations including Duplo®, musical instruments, toys and more. For ages 5 and under.

AN Saturdays 10:30 am BCRL Sundays 11 am Mondays 7:30 pm Tuesdays, Friday 11 am No program Sept 6,7, Oct 11,12

Family Storytime

Spend time together enjoying great stories, songs and rhymes. Fun for the whole family!

BCRL Sundays 10:30 am Mondays 7 pm No program Sept 6, 7, Oct 11, 12 DC Thursdays 11:30 am

Join us for a half-hour of stories, fingerplays and activities. Come share great ideas for developing early literacy skills and a love of reading. For ages 3-5 with a caregiver.

MA Thursdays 10:30 am No program Sept 3

Toddling to Read

This program features stories, songs, action rhymes and early literacy activities that you can continue to enjoy at home. Toddlers will enjoy lots of stimulation and activity. For ages 18 months to 3 years with a caregiver.

AN Thursdays 10:30 am No program Sept 3 BCRL* Thursdays 10:30 am Thursdays 11:30 am MA Tuesdays 10:30 am No program Sept 1 PBRL Wednesdays 10:30 am Fridays 10:30 am No program Sept 2,4 PL Wednesdays 11:30 am No program Sept 2

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Introduction to Programming in Python

Learn the fundamentals of programming in Python to create your own computer programs, including a rock, paper, scissors game. For ages 10-13.

PBRL Sundays Oct - Nov 2 pm No Program Oct 11

Jedi Training

Children’s programs Chess Club

Come by the library to meet like-minded chess people. Play a game, talk strategy or battle it out!

MA Tuesdays 6:30 pm WO Tuesdays 6:45 pm

Chess Lessons

A chess expert will guide you through the intricacies of the game.

Beginner 1:30-2:30 pm ($60/8 weeks) Intermediate 2:30-4 pm($75/8 weeks) For ages 6-15.

KL Saturdays Oct 3 - Nov 21 6:45 pm

Fun With French

Practice your French language skills with French stories and activities led by French speaking volunteers from our community.

For ages 6 and up.

BCRL Wednesdays 4:30 pm Wednesdays 5:30 pm Program begins Sept 30 PBRL Tuesdays 7 pm

Head in the Clouds

Calling all weather watchers: join us at the library for fun activities while learning all about clouds. For ages 7-12.

MA* Sept 27 2 pm

Homework Help

Invited you are...on a Galactic adventure @ the library. Train to become a Jedi Master and defeat the Dark Side.

Costumes are welcome.

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LEGO® Mania

If you like playing with LEGO®, come to our special event where you can discover stories, design and build LEGO® structures and share building tips and tricks. For ages 6-12.

DC Tuesdays 6:30 pm

Education students can help your children with their homework in Math, Science, English, and more. Please contact the Service Desk for more information. For ages 7-12.

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Library Kids' Club

International Games Day

P.A. Days @ Your Library

It’s International Games Day. Come to the library to play games. Please contact the Service Desk.

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Make new friends and explore the library together through a fun and interactive program of games, creative activities and new library technologies. For ages 6-10.

DC Mondays 5 pm School’s out for the day! Drop by the library and pass the time with some fun activities. Contact the Service Desk for more information.

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Reading Buddies Applications

Kids can build their reading confidence with volunteers at the library. Contact your local branch for further details and application deadlines at www.vaughanpl.info/programs/view/461.

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*Tickets available at Service Desk 30 minutes before.

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Family programs Bumbling Bert's Comedy Magic Show

In celebration of Grandparents' Month, join Bert for an hour filled with laughter and amazement! For ages 3 and up.

Tickets are $5 and go on sale August 18.

BCRL Sept 20 11 am MA Sept 13 2 pm PBRL Sept 12 11 am WO Sept 12 2 pm

Diwali Celebration

Experience the festival of lights with family activities such as Rangoli art, Diya dance, henna, a storytime and more.

PBRL Nov 9 6:30 pm

Family Movie

Enjoy a movie with your family while you share time together. It’s fun for kids and parents! Watch our family-oriented feature films on the big screen.

AN Fridays 4 pm BCRL Wednesdays 7 pm DC Saturdays 2 pm No Program Sept 26 MA Sept 14, Oct 5, Nov 2 6:30 pm PBRL Sept 13, Oct 18, Nov 15 2:30 pm WO Saturdays 2 pm

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Fire Safety Storytime

Join Vaughan Fire & Rescue Service at a very special storytime promoting fire safety and fire prevention for the whole family.

AN Sept 30 11:30 am BCRL Oct 6 11 am DC Oct 1 11:30 am KL Sept 29 11 am MA Oct 8 10:30 am PBRL Oct 2 10:30 am PL Oct 4 1:30 pm WO Oct 1 7 pm

Grandparents' Storytime

Grandparents are the greatest! Join us for this special storytime as we share songs, rhymes and stories to celebrate our grandparents.

BCRL Sept 13 10:30 am Sept 14 7 pm

Life-Size Games

Bring your game face! Celebrate International Games Day by being your own token. Drop by the library to play a life-size board game and a variety of giant-size activities.

PBRL Nov 21 1 pm

Meet the Mammals

Come take a walk on the wild side!

Enjoy an interactive learning experience with an assortment of North American mammal pelts in celebration of Fall.

KL Oct 13 1:30 pm

Write Letters to Santa!

Visit the library from November 23 to December 6 to write a letter to Santa.

We will mail your letter for you and you will receive a reply.

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Halloween Spooktacular

Join us for some hauntingly spooktacular stories and activities as we get ourselves in the mood for Halloween!

AN Oct 31 10:30 am BCRL Oct 26 7 pm DC Oct 31 11 am MA Oct 29 6:30 pm PBRL Oct 31 2 pm PL Oct 31 2 pm WO Oct 29 10:30 am

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MAKER • KITS Circuit Makers

Come explore how circuitry works. Learn and play through a variety of interactive activities.

PL Sept 14, 28, Oct 19 Nov 2, 16, 30 4 pm

Coding Made Easy

Learn how to create your own web page, remix a web video, make a mobile app, and much more!

Please pre-register at the Service Desk for all six sessions.

PBRL Sept 15, 29, Oct 13, 27 Nov 10, 24 3:30 pm

Let’s Make A Movie

3, 2, 1 action! Be the cast, crew and star of a short film using our new Video Maker Kit. MA Sept 15, 29, Oct 13, 27 Nov 10, 24 7 pm

Make Some Noise

Explore music and sound using a blend of traditional instruments and the latest digital recording tools. For ages 5-9.

BCRL Sept 26, Oct 24 Nov 21 10:30 am

Maker Days

Drop in for open exploration and creation with VPL's selection of Maker Kits. Contact the Service Desk for more information about the kit being hosted at your library.

AN Sundays 2 pm DC Sundays 2 pm No program on Sept 6, Oct 11 KL Sundays 1 pm MA Sundays 2 pm No program on Sept 6, Oct 11 PBRL Sept 12, 26, Oct 10, 24 Nov 7, 21 10 am WO Sundays 2 pm

Music Mix

Create your own beat, music mix, ringtone and more. Record, upload, and share with your friends. For ages 12 and up.

BCRL Oct 8, 22, Nov 5, 19 4 pm

Practical 3D Printing

You have the power to design anything! Print a cell phone case, a vase, a spare part, or whatever else you can think of!

DC Sept 3, 17, Oct 15, 29 Nov 5, 26 7 pm

Sticker-Making Station

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Create you own colourful stickers and decals using our vinyl cutter. Fun for the whole family!

WO Tuesdays 4 pm

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Teen programs Red Cross Babysitting Training This all-day training will prepare you for your first babysitting job, teaching child care skills, safety and emergency tips.

Please pre-register at the Service Desk.

Admission is $55.

DC Sept 26 10 am MA Oct 24 10 am

Wii Break

Come play Wii with your friends.

Challenge your skills in sports, music and races. Minimum of six participants.

Please pre-register at the Service Desk.

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Teen programs Amnesty International @ Your Library

Take action against human rights violations. Meet with like-minded teens and write letters to help free prisoners of conscience. You can make a difference while earning your volunteer hours!

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Escape the Library

The clock is ticking. Test your wits by solving puzzles and clues to make your escape from the library. Stay for food, games and a movie. Please pre-register at the Service Desk.

BCRL Nov 28 7 pm PBRL Nov 28 7 pm

How to ACE Research Assignments

A librarian will give you pointers on proper research, essay structure, grammar, editing and source citing. For high school, college, and university students. Contact the Service Desk for more information.

PBRL

Money Smart$

From jobs to birthday money, high school students can accumulate a sizeable income.

This interactive workshop, led by York University undergraduate business students, will provide information to manage money wisely. Please pre-register at the Service Desk.

PBRL Sept 24 3 pm Oct 3 2 pm

Your Money: Student Edition Be a money savvy teen! Learn how to budget, save, invest, use credit wisely and avoid fraud. Sponsored by the Canadian Bankers' Association.

BCRL Oct 1 7 pm

Murder Mystery After Dark

Kick off Teen Read Week with our after-hours murder mystery. Will you be a victim or a killer? Get ready for an evening of games, murder and mayhem!

PBRL Oct 16 6 pm This year's theme is inspired by Fairy Tales. Costumes are encouraged.

Pitch Yourself Resume Clinic

Looking for a job? Let an employment specialist help you fine-tune your current resume so it becomes a winning one.

Please pre-register at the Service Desk.

PBRL Sept 17 3 pm

Author Visit Kelley Armstrong Join VPL as we welcome New York Times #1 bestselling young adult author Kelley Armstrong! Kelley will discuss her newest book, The Masked Truth. Please pre-register at the Service Desk.

MA Oct 20 7 pm

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Teen Volunteer Opportunities Contact the Service Desk for more information or download the application form at www.vaughanpl.info/volunteers.

Fun with French Volunteers

Volunteer to help children practice French reading and language skills.

BCRL Wednesdays 4:30 pm Wednesdays 5:30 pm Program begins Sept 30 PBRL Tuesdays 7 pm

Computer Tutor

Want to learn something new with computers? Our volunteers will help you to learn the basics or explore various technological topics. Contact the Service Desk for more information.

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Computer Tutor Volunteers

Library Apps for Your Mobile Devices

Bring your device to the Service Desk.

We'll walk you through the setup for the following FREE library services: • Your library account • eBooks and eAudiobooks • eMagazines • Digital movies and music AN BCRL DC KL MA PBRL PL WO

Reading Buddies Volunteers

Share your computer skills with people who need help, either basic skills or advanced. Application forms are available at the Service Desk or online at www.vaughanpl.info/volunteers.

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Teen Book Reviews

Business programs

Help children become better readers!

Contact your local branch for further details.

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Want volunteer hours? Enjoy sharing your opinion? Earn hours blogging, vlogging or podcasting about a book you’ve read on VPL’s Teen Vortex.

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Want to know the differences between an eReader and a tablet? Let us help! See and compare the latest devices available this holiday season.

PBRL Nov 17 6:30 pm

Business One-on-One

This one-on-one, 60 minute research consultation will provide an introduction to company and industry resources available at VPL and online. Learn how to find companies in your industry.

Register online at www.vaughanpl.info/ business.

Teen Library Volunteers

Do you need to earn community service hours? Join VPL’s Teen Library Volunteers. Assist librarians with a variety of tasks at the library and in the community.

AN Sept 15, 29, Oct 13, 27 Nov 10, 24 3:30 pm BCRL Thursdays 7 pm DC Sept 28, Oct 26, Nov 30 7 pm PBRL Sept 17, Oct 1, 15, 29 Nov 12, 26 3:30 pm PL Wednesdays 3:30 pm WO Mondays 4 pm

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Technology Petting Zoo

Collaborate and Succeed

Businesses that leverage the expertise of others expand their commercial reach.

Join us to learn how to partner with local businesses to generate revenue.

PBRL Oct 21 2 pm

Intro to Entrepreneurship

Join a consultant from the Vaughan Business Enterprise Centre (VBEC) for an introductory workshop on entrepreneurship. Learn how to prepare business plans and financial statements, and what permits are required.

BCRL Nov 19 2 pm

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Homebound Service Volunteers

Make a difference by delivering library materials to persons who are physically unable to visit the library. Details and application forms are available at the Service Desk or online.

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Let’s Go to the Movies

Adult programs Adult Reading Circle

Adults with intellectual disabilities and their caregivers are invited to join this program, which features visualized stories, music, and activities that support the development of basic literacy skills.

DC Sept 21, Oct 5, 19 Nov 2, 16, 30 1:45 pm

Chinese Information Sessions for Seniors

The New Canadian Community Centre presents a series of weekend programs for newcomers in Mandarin which includes health seminars, exercise, dance, book talks and more.

BCRL Sundays 1 pm No program Sept 6, Oct 11

Employment Services at the Library

Learn about the full range of free employment services and training programs funded by Employment Ontario.

BCRL Sept 9, 23, Oct 14, 28 Nov 11, 25 1 pm

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ESL Class

Learn to communicate in English with confidence by practicing listening, speaking, reading and writing with a certified teacher. This program is co-sponsored by the York Region District School Board and funded by the Ministry of Citizenship and Immigration. Proof of immigration status required.

BCRL Thursdays 1:30 pm Classes start Sept 12 Saturdays 1:30 pm Classes start Sept 12 DC Mondays & Tuesdays 10 am Classes start Sept 14 No class Oct 12 MA Monday - Friday 9 am Classes start Sept 9 PBRL Monday - Friday 10 am Classes start Sept 9 WO Monday - Thursday 9 am Classes start Sept 9

Greening Your Grounds with Rain Gardens

Rain gardens may look like regular gardens but they’re actually much more. Learn what's happening below the ground and what it takes to create a beautiful one on your own. This program is presented by a representative from the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority.

DC Oct 24 11 am

More than just a great place to get books, the library is also a fun place to enjoy a film – for free! See you at the show.

BCRL Mondays Sept 14 - Nov 30 1:30 pm No program Oct 12 DC Sept 9, 23, Oct 7, 21 Nov 4,18 2 pm WO Wednesdays 2 pm

Senior Social

Older adults are invited to this free program featuring book chats, activities, guest speakers and special information workshops.

WO Sept 17 6:30 pm Oct 15, Nov 19 2 pm

Service Canada Information Session

Presented by a representative from Service Canada, topics in this information session include the Canada Pension Plan and related benefits, Old Age Security, Guaranteed Income Supplement and more.

PBRL Sept 16 1:30 pm Materials will be provided.

Vaughan Poets' Circle

The Vaughan Poets' Circle invites all poetry lovers to share their work and critique the work of others in a receptive environment. For more information, contact Debbie Ouellet at 905.936.3363.

BCRL Sept 12, Oct 17 Nov 14 10:30 am

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Book Clubs Book Club

Join the discussion group for adults who like to share their thoughts on books they have read. The library will provide a copy of the books.

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Sept 30 7 pm Unbroken: A World War II Story of Survival, Resilience, and Redemption

by Laura Hillenbrand Oct 28 7 pm The Painted Girls by Cathy Marie Buchanan Nov 25 7 pm The Orenda by Joseph Boyden BCRL Oct 27 7 pm Too Close to the Falls by Catherine Gildiner Nov 24 7 pm Survival in the Killing Fields

by Dr. Haing S. Ngor DC Sept 10 7 pm Mr. Penumbra's 24 Hour Bookstore

by Robin Sloan Oct 8 7 pm The Rosie Project by Graeme Simsion Nov 12 7 pm Three Weissmanns Of Westport

by Cathleen Schine MA Sept 3 7 pm The Swallows of Kabul by Yasmina Khadra Oct 1 7 pm A Mountain of Crumbs by Elena Gorokhova Nov 5 7 pm The Cat by Edeet Ravel PL Sept 2 7 pm The Silent Wife by S.A. Harrison Oct 7 7 pm The High Road by Terry Fallis Nov 4 7 pm The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society

by Annie Barrows and Mary Ann Shaffer WO Sept 28 7 pm The 100 Year Old Man Who Climbed Out the

Window and Disappeared by Jonas Jonasson

Oct 26 7 pm The Girl on the Train by Paula Hawkins Nov 30 7 pm The Boston Girl by Anita Diamant

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Kids’ Book Club

Get the book, read the book, and then come and tell us what you thought of it while enjoying activities and games based on the story! For ages 8-12.

MA Sept 17 6:30 pm Oct 22 6:30 pm Nov 19 6:30 pm PL Sept 24 6:30 pm When You Reach Me by Rebecca Stead Oct 29 6:30 pm The Graveyard Book by Neil Gaiman Nov 26 6:30 pm Airman by Eoin Colfer WO Sept 14 6:30 pm Tales of Beetle the Bard by J. K. Rowling Oct 5 6:30 pm Darkwing by Kenneth Oppel Nov 2 6:30 pm The Devil, the Banshee and Me

by L. M. Falcone

Teen Book Club

Come by and pick up a copy of one of our hot, new reads and then come back a month later to meet up and chat about the book.

PL Sept 28 7 pm Afterworlds by Scott Westerfield Oct 26 7 pm Dracula by Bram Stoker Nov 30 7 pm Monster by Walter Dean Myers

Chinese Book Club

Join us to share your thoughts on books and existential issues in Chinese. The book club is jointly presented

by VPL and the York Region Senior Wellness Centre.

BCRL Sept 10 12:30 pm Oct 8 12:30 pm Nov 12 12:30 pm

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Using Your Library Make the Most of Your Membership Get a Library Card. It’s free!

With a library card you have free access to books, movies, magazines, music, databases, programs, events, resources and more at all eight branches of Vaughan Public Libraries (VPL) and online at www.vaughanpl.info!

If you are a member of Aurora Public Library, Richmond Hill Public Library, Markham Public Library, Newmarket Public Library, Caledon Public Library, King Township Public Library, or Brampton Public Library, you may also apply for free membership with Vaughan Public Libraries.

Don’t have a library card? If you live, work, own property or are in attendance at an educational institution in the City of Vaughan, you can get a free library card. Join VPL in person or online at www.vaughanpl.info—just show identification that has your address, registration or proof of employment in Vaughan on it at time of pickup.

If you don’t qualify for free membership, you can still join.

Please phone 905.653.READ (7323) for details.

Children can get their own library cards.

If they are 13 years old or under, they just need their parent or guardian to sign for their library card.

Materials are available in over 16 different languages to meet the needs of our diverse community.

Fast Website: www.vaughanpl.info Reference Inquiries: Phone: 905.653.READ (7323) Online: Email Librarian at www.vaughanpl.info/email_librarian Renewing Loans: You may renew most items a maximum of 10 times—providing no one else has requested the item.

- Automated phone renewal: 905.709.0672 - Online: www.vaughanpl.info - In person: in any library at Service Desk or at Self Check Out stations - Phone: 905.653.READ (7323) - Text message: Text SIGNUP to 647.694.1289 to sign up - VPL’s mobile app: VaughanPL Borrowing Materials: Books, AudioBooks, TV Series, Non-Fiction DVDs/Blu-Rays, CDs: Loan period: 3 weeks* *Loan periods for high demand items may be reduced Magazines, Fiction DVDs/Blu-Rays, iPads, Video Games & Fast Track Books: Loan period: 7 days Fast Track DVDs/Blu-Rays: Loan period: 3 days eBooks & eAudioBooks: Loan period options: 7, 14 or 21 days Returning Materials: Library materials may be returned to any branch of Vaughan Public Libraries. Book drops are open 24/7.

Late Material Charges: Video Games & DVDs: $2 per day to a maximum of $10 per item Electronic Devices: $5 per day to a maximum of $10 All other items: 25¢ per day to a maximum of $10 per item

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Library Services - in person, online or on the phone All branches have materials for reference and loan. The most comprehensive reference collections are held at Bathurst Clark Resource Library and Pierre Berton Resource Library.

Friendly, helpful staff are always available to assist you in your search for information, to advise on leisure reading, or on materials appropriate to your child’s reading abilities.

Telephone service is available during open hours. Qualified staff will answer your information and reference inquiries, check your account on your behalf and provide details about library services and programs.

Most library services are available online. You can join the library, browse the catalogue, check your account, place a hold on items, search databases, download an Audiobook, eBook, video and much more. You can even submit your reference inquiries by email and get an answer within a few hours, 24/7.

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350 Ansley Grove Road, Woodbridge, L4L 5C9

BATHURST CLARK RESOURCE LIBRARY

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Mon. - Thurs.………………10 am - 9 pm Fri.………………………… 10 am - 6 pm Sat. & Sun .……………………10 am - 5 pm

900 Clark Avenue West, Thornhill, L4J 8C1

Mon. - Thurs.…………….…… 10 am - 9 pm Fri.…………………………………Closed Sat.………………………….10 am - 5 pm Sun.………………………………1 - 5 pm

DUFFERIN CLARK LIBRARY

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1441 Clark Avenue West, Thornhill, L4J 7R4

Mon., Wed. & Thurs.………………1 - 8 pm Tues.……………………….10 am - 5 pm Fri.…………………………………Closed Sat. & Sun.………………………1 - 5 pm

KLEINBURG LIBRARY

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10341 Islington Avenue North, Kleinburg, L0J 1C0

Mon. - Thurs.…………………10 am - 9 pm Fri.…………………………10 am - 6 pm Sat.……………………………10 am - 5 pm Sun.…………………………..……1 - 5 pm

MAPLE LIBRARY

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10190 Keele Street, Maple, L6A 1G3

PIERRE BERTON RESOURCE LIBRARY

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Mon. - Thurs.…………………10 am - 9 pm Fri.………………………….10 am - 6 pm Sat. & Sun .……………………10 am - 5 pm

4921 Rutherford Road,

Woodbridge, L4L 1A6

Mon. - Thurs.…………….…… 10 am - 9 pm Fri.…………………………………Closed Sat.………………………….10 am - 5 pm Sun.………………………………1 - 5 pm

PLEASANT RIDGE LIBRARY

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300 Pleasant Ridge Avenue, Thornhill, L4J 9B3

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SERVICES

Mon.……………………………… Closed

Tues. - Thurs..……………. 10 am - 9 pm Fri.…………………………10 am - 6 pm

Sat. …………………………10 am - 5 pm

Sun.……………………………… 1 - 5 pm

ANSLEY GROVE LIBRARY

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www.vaughanpl.info • 905.653.READ(7323)

Mon. - Thurs.…………………10 am - 9 pm Fri.………………………………….Closed Sat.……………………………10 am - 5 pm Sun.…………………………….…1 - 5 pm

WOODBRIDGE LIBRARY 150 Woodbridge Avenue, Woodbridge, L4L 2S7

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For your convenience, materials can be returned to any of the above locations. Bookdrops are open 24/7.

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KING-VAUGHAN RD

KLEINBURG

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TESTON RD

NASHVILLE RD

Meeting Room

Study Rooms

Wheelchair Accessible

Free Wi-Fi

Computer Training Room

Notebooks

Public Computers

Zoom Text Kurzweil 3000 JAWS

Photocopier/ Scanner/ Printer

Children’s Program Room

Hold Pick-up

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MAJOR MACKENZIE DR

KEELE ST

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CHANCELLOR DR

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SUMMERIDGE DR

LANGSTAFF RD

THORNHILL CENTRE ST

407 STEELES AVE W

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CONCORD CREDITSTONE

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JANE ST

LANGSTAFF RD

ANSLEY GROVE RD

KIPLING AVE

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WOODBRIDGE AVE

PINE VALLEY

KIPLING AVE

LANGSTAFF RD

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WOODBRIDGE

PLEASANT RIDG

MELVILLE AVE

RUTHERFORD RD

BATHURST ST

MAPLE

WESTON RD

ISLINGTON AVE N

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DUFFERIN ST

HUNTINGTON

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Free Parking

Bookdrop TESTON RD

Children’s Early Literacy Stations

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Large Print Books

Self Check Out Exhibit Space Available

iPad & Laptop Dispenser

For more information on all services phone or visit www.vaughanpl.info/library_services.

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