What's on sept oct nov 2013 by Vaughan Public Libraries

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

What’sOn

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shared her love of reading at Pierre Berton Resource Library

SEPTEMBER OCTOBER NOVEMBER 2013

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In celebration of Culture Days, VPL invites you to the 3rd annual

HUMAN LIBRARY

A Human Library is a collection of people, all with their unique stories, who will talk to you about their lives and answer your questions. A selection of human books will be available for check out on Saturday, September 28, 1–4 pm at Maple Library. Speak one-on-one with a Human Book for 30 minutes at a time. Our books will share their experiences on a wide range of topics: local history, living with an eating disorder, teaching English in Japan, crime writing, and more! Check out one or check out many. Don’t judge a book by its cover! To reserve a book & for more information, please contact the Service Desk at 905.653.READ (7323) ext. 4502.

Human book John Webster shared his story as a real Town Crier.

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, Annesha Hutchinson-Cozier t: 905.653.READ (7323) x4146 e: annesha.hutchinson-cozier@vaughan.ca Design & Layout, Elyse Trojman t: 905.653.READ (7323) x4105 e: elyse.trojman@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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Greetings from

Michael McKenzie

Chair, Vaughan Public Library Board

In the 2013 budget, Vaughan Public Libraries (VPL) was awarded the funds to repair the aging infrastructure of Kleinburg Library due to concerns with the 1967 original windows and outdated heating and air conditioning. The VPL Board has taken this opportunity to enhance the design, ambience and functionality of the building while increasing energy efficiency and accessibility. Kleinburg Library’s renovation design will result in the removal of a portion of the stone on the western wall and replacement with large western facing windows. Increased accessibility will be achieved with an additional handicapped parking space and a ramp to the lower level community meeting room. An exterior reading garden with accessible wi-fi will be added on the south and east sides of the building. The interior climate will be regulated by a new energy efficient HVAC system. Conversion to energy efficient lighting and the removal of electric baseboard heaters will further increase energy efficiency. The deteriorating emergency exit on the northern exposure from the second floor will be replaced and the parking lot will be expanded. We look forward to the completion of this renovation project in line with our mission to offer welcoming destinations that educate, excite and empower our community.

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Using Your Library Library Locations Hours / Map / Services

Holiday Closures Sunday, September 1 Monday, September 2 Sunday, October 13 Monday, October 14

Labour Day Sunday Labour Day Thanksgiving Sunday Thanksgiving Day

What’s New Evergreen Award Oct 20—26

YOUR CHANCE TO VOTE

The Ontario Library Association Evergreen Award, presented to a living Canadian author for a work of fiction or non-fiction, is now in its ninth year. The winner is chosen by readers from across Ontario. Vote online at www.vaughanpl.info for your favourite title from among those nominated below during Ontario Public Library Week, October 20–26. Eating Dirt by Charlotte Gill Indian Horse by Richard Wagamese Intolerable: A Memoir of Extremes by Kamal Al-Solaylee Tell it to the Trees by Anita Rau Badami The Deception of Livvy Higgs by Donna Morrissey The Little Shadows by Marina Endicott The Western Light by Susan Swan The Winter Palace: A Novel of Catherine the Great by Eva Stachniak Triggers by Robert J. Sawyer Up and Down by Terry Fallis

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Dufferin Clark Library’s 25th Anniversary Join us on September 21, starting at 11 am for cake, balloons and a fun-filled day. Enjoy a magic show, face painting, storytime and more! New library members or returning members who renew their expired library card will receive a free library bag.

Saturday, September 21, 1441 Clark Avenue West Magic of Scott Dietrich, 11 am Enjoy 45 minutes of fun, magic and hilarity with Scott the Magician! Children become participants and even learn a few tricks themselves.

Family Storytime, 2:30 pm The Vaughan Grows Seed Library launched in June, making organic, heirloom seed available for check out with your library card. Continue to visit us throughout the year as you plan your seedlings and gardens for next year. Remember to try to return some of your saved seed to the seed library. We will always accept donated seed. The Vaughan Grows Seed Library is located at the 2nd floor Service Desk of Pierre Berton Resource Library.

REFURBISHMENT PROJECTS FOR SELECT LIBRARIES

Customers will be notified of upcoming service disruptions through information posted on VPL’s website, social media and in the branches. We apologize for any inconvenience. Keep up-to-date on new libraries being built and renovations to existing branches through VPL’s Building Projects Blog at www.vaughanpl.info/building.

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What’s New Employment Services at the Library Learn about the full range of free employment services and training programs funded by Employment Ontario.

Bathurst Clark Resource Library 900 Clark Avenue West

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Mondays, Tuesdays & Wednesdays, 2–4 pm September 3–November 13

Bringing the Library to the

NORTH THORNHILL COMMUNITY CENTRE You don’t have to wait until the new library at the North Thornhill Community Centre is built to take part in VPL’s early literacy programming.

Join us Thursdays, Sept 12 to Dec 19, in Preschool Room A for Family Storytime from 3:45-4:15 pm.

What did you read today?

Vaughan Reads

In November VPL will host the first annual Vaughan Reads campaign to highlight the National Reading Campaign which aims to keep Canada reading. This year our community will be reading The Tale Teller by Susan Glickman. We encourage everybody to read the same book and then participate in the events, discussions and activities in our branches and online. Check out our Reader’s Guide at www.vaughanpl.info/leisure/ vaughanreads to explore and discuss the book’s themes and learn more about related activities and events.

55+ on the Web VPL’s newest website section is for adults aged 55+. Launching October 1 on National Seniors Day, the new section includes descriptions of library services suited to those aged 55+, quick links to library programs, databases, and collections as well as links to websites of interest. It’s a one-stop shop for adults seeking key information! Check it out at www.vaughanpl.info/fiftyfiveplus.

Big Book Sale–September 7, 11 am-4 pm Join us for the Big Book Sale at Kleinburg Library. Fill up your bag with books! Bring the entire family to peruse our wide selection of books, CDs and DVDs for every age. Items start at only 25 cents! Bring your own bags. Cash only please. The library will be closed for the 47th Annual Binder Twine Festival. Kleinburg Library will resume regular hours on Sunday, September 8 from 1–5 pm. www.vaughanpl.info

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Thornhill Village Festival,

Be there!

Visit our booth to hear the latest about the library and cheer on our parading staff and volunteers during the Thornhill Village Festival on Saturday, September 21.

VPL in the

SANTAFEST PARADE Celebrate the arrival of the holiday season and cheer for your favourite local library staff. Come see us at the Santafest Parade on Sunday, November 24.

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. For ages 3-5. Please pre-register at the Service Desk. AN Tuesdays 11:30 am MA Thursdays Oct 3-Nov 7 11:30 am registration begins Sept 19

Ready to Read

Preschool programs Baby and Me Storytime

It is never too early to introduce your baby to books! Come and learn new songs, rhymes and read books with a librarian and an Ontario Early Years Centre representative. For ages 0-18 months with a parent or caregiver. AN Fridays 10:30 am

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 parent or caregiver. BCRL Wednesdays* 10:30 am Wednesdays* 11:30 am DC Thursdays 11:30 am MA Tuesdays 1:30 pm PBRL Tuesdays 10:30 am

* Tickets available at Service Desk 30 minutes before.

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 Tuesdays Sept 17-Nov 5 2 pm WO Sept 10, Oct 15, Nov 12 10:30 am

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 0-24 months. KL Wednesdays* 2 pm

Play, Laugh, Learn @ the Library

Indulge in 30 minutes of unstructured play promoting early literacy. Children/caregivers will enjoy our DUPLO, musical instruments, books and more. For ages 5 and under. AN Saturdays 10:30 am BCRL Fridays 10:30 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. Space is limited. For ages 3-5. BCRL Tuesdays 10:30 am MA Thursdays 10:30 am PBRL Wednesdays 10:30 am

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. Space is limited. For ages 18 months to 3 years. AN Tuesdays 10:15 am BCRL Thursdays* 10:30 am Thursdays* 11:30 am MA Tuesdays 10:30 am PBRL Fridays 10:30 am

Tuesday Tickles

Come join us for family fun with songs, rhymes and stories to help promote early literacy. Offered in partnership with the Ontario Early Years Centre. Space is limited. KL Tuesdays* 10:30 am

September October November 2013

LEGO Mania

Come to our special LEGO event where you can discover stories, design and build LEGO structures and share building tips and tricks. For ages 6-12. AN Oct 11 & Nov 15 2 pm DC Sept 9 & Oct 21 7 pm Oct 5 & Nov 16 2 pm Nov 18 7 pm PBRL Sept 7 & 21 2 pm Oct 5 & 19 2 pm Nov 2, 16 & 30 2 pm

Paws to Read

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 players $50/8 weeks; Intermediate $65/8 weeks. For ages 6-15. KL Saturdays Oct 19-Dec 7 Beginners 1:30 pm Intermediate 2:30 pm

French Reading Circle

Practice your French language skills with an evening of French stories and activities led by French speaking volunteers from our community. For ages 7 and up. PBRL Sept 10 & 24 7 pm Oct 8 & 22 7 pm Nov 5 & 19 7 pm

Fun With French

Through themed games, conversation and literary activities, children will develop their French language skills and enhance their French learning experience. Admission: $60/8 classes. Please pre-register at the Service Desk. For ages 6-8. PBRL Saturdays Oct 26-Dec 14 Beginner 10 am Immersion 11:15 am

iCreate Children’s Workshops Create your own videogame, ebook, animation or digital art. Work at your own pace and make a unique masterpiece to share with family and friends. For ages 8-13. PBRL Sept 14 & 28 2 pm Oct 12 & 26 2 pm Nov 9 & 23 2 pm

In partnership with Therapeutic Paws of Canada, VPL will match emerging readers with a four-legged friend to read with. Contact the Service Desk for an application. Space is limited to 8 participants. For ages 5-7. AN Thursdays, Oct 3-Nov 14 6:45 pm

Start Your Engines

Are you ready for some fast racing action? Build your own track for miniature race cars using easy to find materials at the library. For ages 6-12. WO Sept 23 2 pm

The Ultimate Mario Kart Tournament!

Are you in the mood for a Wii bit of competition? Think you’ve got what it takes to be the Ultimate Mario Kart Champion? For ages 7-12. MA Sept 18 4 pm

Touch a Truck

Kids of all ages can see, touch and explore big trucks and vehicles at the library. Meet and talk with the people who protect, serve and build our community. BCRL Oct 4 10 am

Kids’ Book Club (for ages 8 - 12) 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! www.vaughanpl.info

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Schooled by Gordon Korman Coraline by Neil Gaiman

6:30 pm 6:30 pm

P.A. Days @ Your Library

School’s out for the day! Drop by the library and pass the time with some fun activities. Ask at the Service Desk for details. AN BCRL DC KL MA PBRL WO

Reading Buddies Applications

Children & Family programs Ciao Bambini!

Join us for a half-hour Italian/English bilingual storytime. Fun songs, activities and stories are designed to introduce Italian language and culture to children. WO Oct 24 & Nov 21 7:30 pm

Diwali Celebration

Experience the festival of lights with family activities such as Rangoli art, Diya dance, henna, a storytime and more. PBRL Nov 4 6:30 pm

Family Storytime

Spend time together enjoying great stories, songs and rhymes. Fun for the whole family! BCRL Mondays 7 pm DC Tuesdays 7 pm PBRL Mondays 7 pm WO Tuesdays 10:30 am Thursdays 10:30 am

Halloween Spooktacular

Join us for some hauntingly spooktacular stories and activities as we get ourselves in the mood for Halloween! Costumes are welcome. AN Oct 26 10:30 am Family Movie BCRL Oct 26 11 am Enjoy a movie with your family while DC Oct 29 7 pm you share time together. It’s fun for kids KL Oct 29 10:30 am and parents! Watch our family-oriented MA Oct 28 7 pm feature films on the big screen. PBRL Oct 26 2 pm DC Sept 11 & 25 6:30 pm WO Oct 31 10:30 am Oct 9 & 23 6:30 pm Nov 6 & 20 6:30 pm MA Sept 9, Oct 7 & Hands on Exotics Nov 4 6:30 pm Experience the unexpected at the PBRL Sundays 2:30 pm library with Hands on Exotics. no program Sept 1 & Oct 13 Participate in this opportunity to WO Saturdays 2 pm interact with interesting, rare, and endangered animal species. Tickets are $2 and go on sale Aug 20 at the Service Desk. Space is limited. For ages 5 and up. BCRL Sept 22 2 pm

Help your child discover reading! Your child is matched with a volunteer for one hour over ten weeks. Application forms are available at the Service Desk or online at www.vaughanpl.info/ programs/view/461. Contact your library for application deadlines. AN BCRL MA PBRL WO

School and Daycare Visit

Schools and daycares are invited to visit the library for an orientation and/or storytime. Discover what’s new at your library! Please contact the Service Desk for further details. AN BCRL DC KL MA PBRL WO

Wii for Fwii

Have some spare time? Come and play some Wii for Fwii at your Librawii. Please contact the Service Desk for more information. For ages 7–12. DC Sept 23 & Oct 7 7 pm Oct 19 2 pm Nov 4 7 pm Nov 30 2 pm

Wii Wanna Play! International Games Day!

Celebrate International Games Day! Take part in our very own Wii Tournament or try your hand at some really cool board games! Everyone is welcome. PBRL Nov 16 11 am

September October November 2013

Teen programs Catching Fire - Get Ready!

Need something to wear to the premiere of The Hunger Games: Catching Fire?? Dress in style in a shirt of your own making...bring an old shirt to the library and get creative! MA Nov 20 7 pm

Fashionization

Change is always a good thing, especially when it comes to fashion. Tired of your clothes? Bring your old stuff in and we’ll show you how to make something new! MA Sept 25 7 pm

French Reading Circle Volunteers

Volunteer to help children practice French reading and language skills. Application forms are available at the Service Desk or online at www.vaughanpl.info/volunteers. Applications accepted on an ongoing basis. PBRL Sept 10 & 24 7 pm Oct 8 & 22 7 pm Nov 5 & 19 7 pm

How to ACE Research Assignments

Murder Mystery After Dark

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

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! This year our mystery will be set in the Roaring 20s. PBRL Oct 11 6 pm

Meet the Author!

Red Cross Babysitting Training

Visit the library for your chance to meet published author Lesley Livingston who will read from one of her works and give you a chance to ask questions about how to write a book and get published. Offered with support from the Canada Council for the Arts. MA Oct 15 1 pm

Movie Break

Grab your friends and come to the library for a new or classic movie screened just for teens. And did we mention it’s free? No registration required. PBRL Fridays 2:45 pm

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This all-day training offers childcare skills, safety tips for children and what to do in case of an emergency. Admission is $50. Please pre-register at the Service Desk. For ages 11-16. DC Nov 2 10 am MA Oct 19 10 am

Teen Library Volunteers

Do you need to earn community service hours? Join VPL’s Teen Library Volunteers. Help us with a variety of tasks at the library and in the community. Contact the Service Desk for more information or download the application form. AN Sept 17 3:30 pm Oct 1, 15 & 29 3:30 pm Nov 12 & 26 3:30 pm BCRL Thursdays 7 pm DC Sept 30, Oct 28 & Nov 25 7 pm KL Thursdays 4 pm PBRL Thursdays 4 pm

Healthy Living Now

This free 6-week workshop will help those with chronic conditions get the most out of life. Learn how to better manage your health, emotions, and daily activities. All participants will receive the book Living A Healthy Life With Chronic Conditions. Sponsored by the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care. Please pre-register at the Service Desk. PBRL Wednesdays, Sept 25-Oct 30 1:30 pm

Hindi Literary Meet Up

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. PBRL Sept 10 & 24 1 pm Oct 8 & 22 1 pm Nov 5 & 19 1 pm

All Things Seedy (Autumn)

Learn about seed saving from a seasoned gardener, and bring your questions about autumn gardening. Please pre-register at the Service Desk. PBRL Sept 14 10:15 am

Celebrate Your Story

This memoir writing club will introduce participants to ideas, techniques, and resources and provide an opportunity to share stories from their lives. No experience necessary, just a story to tell. BCRL Sept 11, Oct 9 & Nov 13 7 pm

What’sOn

Chinese Info Series 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. No registration required. BCRL Sundays 1 pm no program Sept 1, 22 & Oct 13

ESL Class

Learn to communicate in English 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 Tuesdays & Saturdays 1:30 pm

ESL Conversation Class

Practice your spoken English with an ESL instructor from the York Catholic District School Board and develop your pronunciation and conversation skills. BCRL Mondays 10 am Fridays 11:30 pm PBRL Tuesdays & Thursdays 6:30 pm

Join us for Hindi literary activities including poetry and prose by local and global poets, writers and artists. Offered in partnership with Akhil Vishva Hindi Samiti. WO Sept 29, Oct 27 & Nov 24 1 pm

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. AN Nov 5 1:30 pm BCRL Nov 3 11 am DC Nov 4 1 pm MA Nov 8 10 am WO Oct 17 2 pm

How to...Fair

Take part in our How to…Fair: a showcase of passions, interests, and talents from VPL’s community. Demonstrations on a range of topics will be provided throughout the day from 11 am-4 pm. PBRL Oct 19 11 am

Job Search Workshops

Learn essential job search skills and information that will help you succeed in the job market. Please pre-register at the Service Desk. AN Oct 8 6:30 pm

September October November 2013

Let’s Go to the Movies

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 2 pm KL Sept 25, Oct 23 & Nov 27 6 pm

Putting Your Garden to Bed

Putting your garden to bed can be easy. From lawn care to preparing for next year’s garden beds, learn what to do for a beautiful garden year-round. DC Oct 10 7 pm

Senior Social

Older adults are invited to this free program featuring book chats, activities, guest speakers and special information workshops. Refreshments provided. No registration required. WO Sept 19, Oct 17 & Nov 21 2 pm

TLC for Your Trees and Shrubs

The Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) offers a free workshop with advice on planting, pruning, watering and feeding trees and shrubs. Please pre-register online at www.waterfortomorrow.ca. MA Nov 6 7 pm

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 14, Oct 19 & Nov 9 10:30 am

Virtual Author Visit

Take part in this unique opportunity to speak with Toronto-based author Cathy Marie Buchanan via Skype about her latest bestseller The Painted Girls. Please pre-register and pick up your book at the Service Desk. KL Nov 20 7:30 pm

Book Clubs Adult 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. Please pre-register and pick up your book at the Service Desk. AN Sept 25 7 pm The Hare with Amber Eyes by Edmund de Waal Oct 30 7 pm Cheap: The High Cost of Discount Culture by Ellen Ruppel Shell Nov 27 7 pm The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald BCRL Sept 24 7 pm A Night to Remember by Walter Lord Oct 29 7 pm Race Against Time by Stephen Lewis Nov 26 7 pm The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society by Mary Ann Shaffer and Annie Barrows MA Sept 5 7 pm I Shall Not Hate by Dr. Izzeldin Abuelaish Oct 3 7 pm Last Crossing by Guy Vanderhaeghe Nov 7 7 pm Life of Pi by Yann Martel

Sept 30 7 pm The Sweetness at the Bottom of the Pie by Alan Bradley Oct 28 7 pm Speaking My Truth by Shelagh Rogers Nov 25 7 pm All Quiet on the Western Front by Erich Maria Remarque

Business Book Club

Bring your favourite business book for discussion. Presented in partnership with the Biz Club. BCRL Sept 10 & Nov 6 6:30 pm

Chinese Book Club

Join the discussion to share your thoughts on books and existential issues in Chinese. The book club is jointly presented by VPL & York Region Senior Wellness Centre. Pick up your copy of the book at the Service Desk. BCRL Sept 12, Oct 10 & Nov 14 12:30 pm

Tea and Books

Book lovers are invited to meet with other readers to find out about hidden gems in the library’s book collection. Light refreshments will be served. KL Mondays 2:30 pm no program Sept 2 & Oct 14

See page 7 for KIDS’ BOOK CLUB!

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Get Tech Help

Get help from our tech-savvy volunteers about any computer, device, or general technology questions. BCRL Tuesdays 7 pm Thursdays 7 pm WO Tuesdays 4 pm

Multilingual Library Catalogue Training

Computer & Technology Training Beyond the Basics

Looking for beyond the basics computer training? Volunteers are available to teach you about hot topics such as blogging, social networking, instant messaging, photo and media sharing. Interested? Pick up an application form at the Service Desk or online. AN DC MA PBRL WO

Please pre-register or book your appointment at the Service Desk.

Computer Basics

New to computers? Learn basic computer skills such as mousing, keyboarding, email and the Internet. Contact the Service Desk to determine which class is right for you. PBRL Tuesdays 2 pm no class Oct 16

Database Training

Databases aren’t just for serious scholars anymore! Access your favourite newspaper; look for your next great read; and even find out how to fix your car! AN DC

Business programs Business Literacy for Entrepreneurs

Email Marketing After CASL

Business Success Recipes For Newcomers

Find Company & Industry Info

Learn the essential business literacy skills needed to be a successful entrepreneur.* BCRL Oct 25 8:30 am

Join David Cohen for valuable business recipes for success! This workshop is specially designed for newcomers. Offered in partnership with VBEC. PBRL Nov 21 6:30 pm

Join us to learn about Canada’s Anti-Spam Legislation (CASL) and how it will change email marketing practices.* BCRL Oct 23 6:30 pm

This one-on-one, 60 minute research consultation provides an introduction to company and industry resources available at VPL and online. Learn how to find companies in your industry! Please register at www.vaughanpl.info/ business#workshop. BCRL MA PBRL

*Business Week programs supported by the Ministry of Economic Development. Contact Vaughan Business Enterprise Centre (VBEC) to register at www.vaughan.ca/business/vaughan_business_enterprise_centre

Learn how you can search VPL’s catalogue in Chinese, French, Hebrew, Korean and Russian. BCRL

One-on-One Computer Training

One-on-One eBook Training

Bring your eReader, tablet, or smartphone to the library for a one-on-one session to get you started with VPL’s eBook collection. AN DC PBRL

Open Source Living

We’ll show you new tools to help you such as personal organizers, study aids, password managers and much more. You’re bound to find software solutions suited to your needs. PBRL

Risk Management & Financial Planning for Your Business

Learn from Adam Carere and Fitzallen Sutton how to implement risk management and financial planning. Offered in partnership with VBEC. BCRL Sept 17 6:30 pm

Write the Right Business Plan

Join us for tips to increase your revenue through a proper business plan.* MA Oct 24 1 pm

Please pre-register or book your appointment at the Service Desk.

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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 seven branches of Vaughan Public Libraries (VPL) and online at www.vaughanpl.info!

Visitors You don’t have to have a library card to consult library staff or use the print collections on site. If you wish to use the library’s electronic resources, just show staff your identification at the Service Desk.

Don’t have a library card? If you live, work, go to school full-time or own property in the City of Vaughan, you can get a free library card. Join VPL in person or online—just show identification that has your address, registration or proof of employment in Vaughan on it.

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.

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. If you don’t qualify for free membership, you can still join. Please phone 905.653.READ (7323) for details.

Vaughan Public Libraries

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 3 times—providing no one else has requested the item. - Automated renewal: 905.709.0672 - Online: www.vaughanpl.info - In person: in any library or at Self Check Out stations - Phone: 905.653.READ (7323) Borrowing Materials: Books, AudioBooks, TV Series, Kobo Vox eReaders, Non-Fiction DVDs/ Blu-Rays/Videos, CDs, MP3 Players, Power Monitor Kits & Pedometers: Loan period: 3 weeks* Magazines, Fiction DVDs/Blu-Rays/Videos & Fast Track Books: Loan period: 7 days (except Fast Track DVDs which are 3 days)*

Materials are available in over 16 different languages to meet the needs of our diverse community. 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. See page 14 for a complete list of services available. Access library services on your mobile devices at m.vaughanpl.info. Stay in Touch Through Text or Email Sign up for either email or text notification to enjoy enhanced library services. Add your email address to your library account so that you can reset your PIN without visiting the library, and also receive confirmation of successful renewals through the online catalogue, due date reminders, holds notifications and of course, those pesky overdue notices. If you’d prefer notifications by text, visit the Check Out Desk or www.vaughanpl.info/library_notification_requests or scan here to sign up! Don’t miss a thing! Sign up for VPL’s eNewsletter, the Buzz at www.vaughanpl.info/ newsletters and check out VPL’s blogs at www.vaughanpl.info/ blogs for all the latest on programs, events, services, library buildings and branch renovations, topics of interest to teens, great reads and more!

eBooks and eAudioBooks: Loan period options: 7, 14 or 21 days *Loan periods for high demand items may be reduced Returning Materials: Library materials may be returned to any branch of Vaughan Public Libraries. Book drops are open 24/7. Late Material Charges: DVDs/Videos: $2 per day to a maximum of $10 per item Kobo Vox eReaders: $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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350 Ansley Grove Road, Woodbridge

BATHURST CLARK RESOURCE LIBRARY

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

900 Clark Avenue West, Thornhill

1441 Clark Avenue West, Thornhill

10341 Islington Avenue North, Kleinburg

10190 Keele Street, Maple

PIERRE BERTON RESOURCE LIBRARY

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

4921 Rutherford Road, Woodbridge

WOODBRIDGE LIBRARY

150 Woodbridge Avenue, Woodbridge

P LP

Mon. & Wed.………………………1 - 9 pm Tues. & Thurs.……………….10 am - 9 pm Fri.…………………………10 am - 6 pm Sat.……………………………10 am - 5 pm Sun.*…………………………..……1 - 5 pm

MAPLE LIBRARY

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

KLEINBURG LIBRARY

Mon. & Wed.……………….…… 1 - 9 pm Tues. & Thurs.………………10 am - 9 pm Fri.…………………………………Closed Sat.………………………….10 am - 5 pm Sun.*………………………………1 - 5 pm

DUFFERIN CLARK LIBRARY

SERVICES

Mon.……………………………… Closed Tues. & Thurs..……………. 10 am - 9 pm Wed.……………………………… 1 - 9 pm Fri.…………………………10 am - 6 pm Sat. …………………………10 am - 5 pm Sun.*……………………………… 1 - 5 pm

ANSLEY GROVE LIBRARY

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

Mon. & Wed.………………………1 - 9 pm Tues. & Thurs.………………….10 am - 9 pm Fri.………………………………….Closed Sat.……………………………10 am - 5 pm Sun.*…………………………….…1 - 5 pm

* Select Libraries are closed on Sundays, July – Labour Day.

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

ICON INDEX

KING-VAUGHAN RD

KLEINBURG

400

HUNTINGTON

E MAJOR MACKENZIE DR

ISLINGTON AVE N

Hold Pick-up

BATHURST ST

CHANCELLOR DR

DUFFERIN ST

KEELE ST

CONCORD

LANGSTAFF RD

ANSLEY GROVE RD

JANE ST

WOODBRIDGE PINE VALLEY

KIPLING AVE

LANGSTAFF RD

WOODBRIDGE AVE

Free Parking

Meeting Room

Study Rooms

Wheelchair Accessible

Free Wi-Fi & Internet Station

Computer Training Room

Notebooks/ Netbooks

Public MS Office Stations

Books by Mail

Photocopier

Printer

Large Print Books

Children’s Early Literacy Stations

MAPLE RUTHERFORD RD

SUMMERAGE DR

THORNHILL 7

CENTRE ST

KIPLING AVE

407 STEELES AVE W

Children’s Program Room

TESTON RD

NASHVILLE RD

427

Bookdrop

B C

CLARK AVE

Zoom Text Kurzweil 3000 JAWS

Self Check Out Exhibit Space Available

Books by Mail service is $6 per shipment. For more information on all services phone or visit www.vaughanpl.info/library_services.

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TEENVolunteers

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! MA WO

Blog or Vlog for Hours

Earn volunteer hours from the comfort of your own room by blogging or vlogging on VPL’s Teen Vortex about a book you’ve read. Application forms are available at the Service Desk or online at www.vaughanpl.info/ volunteers. AN BCRL MA

Podcasting

Looking for more volunteer hours? Like to share your opinion? We’re looking for teen volunteers to create and record book review podcasts. Was it good? Bad? We want to know! Contact the Service Desk for more information. BCRL MA WO

Reading Buddies Volunteers

Help children become better readers! Volunteers commit to a minimum of one hour per week over ten weeks. Application forms are available at the Service Desk or online at www.vaughanpl.info/volunteers. Contact your library for application deadline. AN BCRL DC MA PBRL WO

Tech Savvy Teens

Help us bridge the digital divide and volunteer your time by teaching adults to use a variety of computer applications. Application forms are available at the Service Desk or online at www.vaughanpl.info/volunteers. AN BCRL DC MA PBRL WO

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See page 9 for more teen programs and volunteer opportunities!