What's On July - August 2023

Margie Singleton CEO, Vaughan Public Libraries

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READING CHALLENGE 2023

READING CHALLENGE

Welcome to the July and August issue of What’s On! The height of Summer is here, but at Vaughan Public Libraries we have many cool activities to entertain you.

Our Teen Summer Reading Challenge is filled with unique opportunities to push boundaries and discover something new. Enjoy weekly escape rooms, awesome reading lists and more! At the TD Summer Reading Club, kids can grow their literacy skills by dropping in at one of our fun activities, including a picnic party, a pretend trip to the beach, an opportunity to be a nature detective or design and print their own 3D monster and delve deep into coding! They can also record their summer reading and track their progress.

We also have exciting programs for adults such as our Kitchen Traditions series which begins in July. Discover stories from different cultures and recipes from our community as we travel the world in the VMC’s Gourmet Teaching Kitchen. We’ll continue to explore Creative Aging and enjoy a virtual tour of the McMichael Canadian Art Collection. Finally, what better way to end this Summer than with ice cream? Join us on August 3 to learn how to make it dairy-free. So much to do!

Enjoy your summer at VPL

Margie

Join us on a reading journey this Summer! We’re challenging you to read more broadly, read outside your comfort zone, discover something new, and have fun. Follow along with our monthly Reading Challenge vaughanpl.info/blog/reading-challenge-2023 and let us know what you’re reading on social media. In July we look at a book set in school and in August we look at a book that takes place during the summer.

MARCH OF THE LIVING

Bathurst Clark Resource Library will host this photography exhibit that follows the journey of young adults visiting Poland to learn about the lost Jewish community and discover the full impact of the Holocaust. Visit from July 5 – August 30. In partnership with the UJA Federation of Greater Toronto.

CODE COMBAT

Do you want to become the ultimate coding warrior, embark on quests and vanquish AI opponents? Access it with your library card at vaughanpl.info/databases

Kitchen Traditions Series

Let's share kitchen traditions and stories! Learn from older adults in our community and make dishes that reflect our diversity, from one generation to the next. This series is made possible through the New Horizons for Seniors Grant.

VMC Library VSES Teaching Kitchen

Tuesday, July 25, 6:30 PM

Wednesdays, August 2, 9 & 16, 6:30 PM

Jul 25 Spanish Fish Paella

Aug 9 Chilean Appetizers Aug 2 Hungarian Kosher Aug 16 Caribbean Jerk Chicken

Ma k e It Make It! !

Create It It! ! Learn It It! !

3D Design Challenge!

Learn about Computer-aided Design (CAD) by creating something in Tinkercad while working under a design constraint. For grades 5+.

BCRL Monday, Jul 24, 7 pm

3D Designing Heroes & Monsters

Learn how to design, 3D print and paint your own custom figures! Design dragons, druids, dwarves and more. For grades 6–12.

PBRL Tuesdays, Jul 18 – Jul 25, 3 pm

Buzzing Bristlebots

Learn about electricity and circuits and we'll build a simple robot that dances around! For this session we'll be making large brush-bots. Registration is $7. For grades 2–5.

BCRL Monday, Jul 10, 7 pm

Coding Ollie

Want to code but find programming languages intimidating? Let Ollie help! Program in plain language by giving Ollie a set of instructions to follow. For grades 1–5.

BCRL Monday, Jul 3, 7 pm

Design in 3D – For Kids

Design your very own 3D creations using Tinkercad. For grades 4+.

BCRL Sunday, Jul 16, 2 pm

CCRL Thursday, Jul 13, 2 pm

Design Projects:

Vegan Leather Accessories

Come accessorize with Cricut! Learn about reductive manufacturing before your designs are cut. For adults. Registration is $5.

BCRL Tuesday, Jul 25, 6:30 pm

Discover OSMO!

Have you heard of OSMO? Come visit the Learn It! Lab and see what these amazing devices can offer when learning about: numbers, words, coding, art, and physics. For all ages.

BCRL Sunday, Aug 13, 2 pm

Fun with Hydraulics & Pneumatics!

Learn what hydraulics and pneumatics are and build some simple machines powered by them! For grades 2–6.

BCRL Monday, Jul 17, 7 pm

GameLab

Create your own classic video game and learn the basics of coding! For grades 5–8.

PBRL Saturday, Aug 12, 1 pm

Let's Build with Keva Planks

Join us as we learn basic engineering concepts and then design and build unique structures. For grades 2–5.

BCRL Saturday, Jul 29, 10 am

KL Sunday, Jul 9, 2 pm

MA Sunday, Jul 23 & Aug 19, 2 pm

WO Saturday, Aug 5, 2 pm

Make It! with Generative AI

Explore the evolving field of artificial intelligence with a variety of computer-assisted creation tools for arts, writing and even music!

For grades 9+ to adults.

PBRL Wednesdays, Jul 5 – 19, 7 pm

Creative Aging: Make Magic with Cricut

Embrace your creative possibilities in a supportive environment. Complete a creative design project using the Cricut system. Register on Eventbrite or call 905-653-7323 ext 4303. Priority given to older adults.

PBRL Wednesday, Aug 2, 2 pm Thursday, Aug 3, 2 pm

Rigamajig Engineering

Come use our Rigamajig building set to complete challenges that illustrate basic mechanical and engineering principles. For grades 3+.

BCRL Monday, Aug 14, 7 pm

CCRL Thursday, Aug 3, 2 pm

KL Sunday, Aug 13, 2 pm

Spherification: Have a Ball with Your Food!

Try out Molecular Gastronomy and make a tasty popping treat with the Spherification technique. Learn science AND make something delicious! For grades 3+ and their families. Registration is $5.

BCRL Monday, Aug 21, 7 pm

STEAM Club

Drop in and have fun exploring new STEAM topics with guided, hands-on activities about science, technology, engineering, art and math. For grades 3–8.

PL Thursdays, Jul 13, 27, Aug 10 & 24, 7 pm

Make & Take

Registration is $5

Cool Beverage Mugs

Do you like cold slushies or other icy beverages? What better way to enjoy them than from a personalized mug made with our Cricut mug press? For grades 5+.

PBRL Sunday, Jul 23, 2 pm

Look Cool for School

Go back to school in style! Design a button for your backpack, create a sticker for your water bottle using our vinyl cutter and more! For grades 4+.

PBRL Wednesday, Aug 9, 7 pm

Vibrant Vinyl Stickers

Make your own permanent, vinyl stickers to decorate your belongings! Learn about reductive manufacturing and using a Cricut machine. For grades 5+.

BCRL Monday, Jul 31, 6:30 pm

STEAM Workshops

Registration is $10

Light It Up!

Join us to explore electricity and circuits by building a paper circuit and using Foldify. For grades 3–6.

VV Tuesday, Jul 18, 3 pm

Bilingual STEAM Workshops

Registration is $10

Fais tourner les choses

Découvrez la science des choses qui tournent et comment les forces centrifuges peuvent être utilisées pour séparer les mélanges. Pour les enfants de la 4e à la 8e année. 10$ par participant. Inscription sur Eventbrite.

Put a Spin on It

During this bilingual workshop, you will learn about the science of spinning and how centrifugal forces can be used to separate mixtures. For grades 4–8.

BCRL Wednesday, July 19, 7 pm

Couleurs Inverses!

Apprenez les essentiels de la théorie des couleurs pour créer un paysage à l'aquarelle en utilisant des couleurs complémentaires. Pour les enfants de la 3e à la 6e année. Inscription $10 sur Eventbrite.

Colour Reversal

Learn about basic colour theory and mixing to create a watercolour landscape using complementary colours. For grades 3–6.

PBRL Monday, Jul 31, 2 pm

Preschool

Baby Adventures Storytime

Join us for lively songs, bounces, rhymes and plenty of baby time fun. This program is designed for babies from birth to crawling.

AN Mondays, 10 am

BCRL Tuesdays, 10 am

CCRL Wednesdays, 2 pm

DC Thursdays, 2 pm

MA Thursdays, 10 am

PBRL Tuesdays, 10 am

PL Mondays, 10 am

VMC Wednesdays, 10 am

VV Wednesdays , 10 am

WO Thursdays, 2 pm

*No programs Aug 7, Aug 22 – Sept 4

Books With Badges

Make community connections as we partner with York Regional Police for a special storytime! Enjoy songs and rhymes, ask questions, and listen to stories read by an officer!

BCRL Thursday, July 6, 10 am

Storytime in italiano / Italian Storytime

Ciao a tutti! Vi invitiamo a partecipare con tutta la famiglia al nostro programma di storie, canzoni e rime divertenti in italiano.

Ciao a tutti! Join us for fun stories, songs and rhymes in Italian that you can enjoy with your whole family.

Little Explorers Storytime

This program features songs, action rhymes, and early literacy activities designed for toddlers to kindergarten-aged children.

AN Thursdays, 10 am

BCRL Thursdays & Sundays, 10 am

CCRL Fridays, 10 am

DC Tuesdays, 10 am

KL Thursdays, 10 am

MA Wednesdays, 10 am

MHV Tuesdays, 10 am

PBRL Wednesdays & Saturdays, 10 am

PL Thursdays, 10 am

VMC Mondays, 2 pm

VV Mondays, 10 am

*No programs Aug 7, Aug 22 – Sept 4

中文故事会 / Mandarin Storytime 歡迎大家來圖書館一起聽中文故事｡

Join us for fun songs and joyful rhymes in Mandarin and English! Suitable for the whole family. No previous knowledge of Mandarin required.

CCRL Tuesdays, Jul 4 & Aug 1, 10 am

Рассказы на русском языке / Russian Storytime

Для вас и ваших детей. Сказки, рассказы, песни на русском языке. Читаем вместе. Учим вместе. Говорим вместе. Свободное знание языка не требуется.

/ Korean Storytime

WO Thursdays, Jul 13 – Aug 17, 6:30 pm 한국어

재미있는 한국말 동화와 동요시간에 온가족을 초대합니다.

Join us for fun stories, songs and rhymes in Korean that you can enjoy with your whole family.

BCRL Wednesdays, Jul 12 & Aug 9, 10 am

AN Ansley Grove Library | BCRL Bathurst Clark Resource Library

CCRL Civic Centre Resource Library | DC Dufferin Clark Library

KL Kleinburg Library | MA Maple Library | MHV Mackenzie Health Vaughan Library

PBRL Pierre Berton Resource Library | PL Pleasant Ridge Library

VMC VMC Library | VV Vellore Village Library | WO Woodbridge Library

Join us for fun stories, songs and rhymes in Russian that you can enjoy with your whole family. Fluency in Russian is not required, all are welcome.

BCRL Mondays, Jul 24 & Aug 21, 10 am

Hora de cuentos / Spanish Storytime

Acompáñanos a disfrutar de historias, canciones y juegos en Español y Inglés que son divertidos para toda la familia.

Join us for stories, songs and fingerplays in Spanish and English that are fun for the whole family.

VV Tuesdays, Jul 11 & Aug 8, 10 am

스토리타임

Drop-In Events

MONDAY TO FRIDAY, 2 TO 4 PM

*Except VMC & VV library 3 to 5 pm

Kid's Choice!

Today is about choices! Make your own book display, create art, tell your own stories, solve mazes, or participate in an escape room scavenger hunt.

Monday, Jul 3 VMC* WO

Tuesday, Jul 4 BCRL CCRL PBRL

Wednesday, Jul 5 AN DC MA

Thursday, Jul 6 PL VV*

Friday, Jul 7 KL MHV

Picnic Party

Join us for a picnic party! We’ll make mini picnic baskets, play games, go on a scavenger hunt and more.

Monday, Jul 10 VMC* WO

Tuesday, Jul 11 BCRL CCRL PBRL

Wednesday, Jul 12 AN DC MA

Thursday, Jul 13 PL VV*

Friday, Jul 14 KL MHV

Weird & Wonderful World

Is it real? Is it strange? Ask these questions and more as we enjoy activities about cryptids, the paranormal and other weird but fascinating things.

Monday, Jul 17 VMC* WO

Tuesday, Jul 18 BCRL CCRL PBRL

Wednesday, Jul 19 AN DC MA

Thursday, Jul 20 PL VV* KL MHV

Be A Nature Detective

What animal made that footprint? Whose fur is that? Find out and make your own nature notebook perfect for recording your own observations, plus other fun activities!

Monday, Jul 24 VMC* WO

Tuesday, Jul 25 BCRL CCRL PBRL

Wednesday, Jul 26 AN DC MA

Thursday, Jul 27 PL VV*

Friday, Jul 28 KL MHV

Let's Get Musical

Play music games, conduct sound experiments, make a musical instrument, and rock out at the library!

Monday, Jul 31 VMC* WO

Tuesday, Aug 1 BCRL CCRL PBRL

Wednesday, Aug 2 AN DC MA

Thursday, Aug 3 PL VV*

Friday, Aug 4 KL MHV

Wonders of the Human Body

Explore the extraordinary machine known as the human body! Join us for a fun afternoon of science activities to see how our bodies work.

Tuesday, Aug 8 BCRL CCRL PBRL

Wednesday, Aug 9 AN DC MA

Thursday, Aug 10 PL VV*

Friday, Aug 11 KL MHV

Beach Party!

Celebrate your reading adventures this summer at our end-of-summer Beach Party!

Monday, Aug 14 VMC* WO

Tuesday, Aug 15 BCRL CCRL PBRL

Wednesday, Aug 16 AN DC MA

Thursday, Aug 17 PL VV*

Friday, Aug 18 KL MHV

Report on your French reading to be entered in the end-ofsummer draw for an exclusive custom French t-shirt designed and created with the library’s maker technology.

Families & Children

Citizen Science: Explore Your Trail

Join us for an outdoor adventure as we travel local trails, exploring the plants and animals in our community with a high-tech twist. For all ages. Participants will meet at the park.

Vellore Woods Park Saturday, Aug 19, 10 am

Family Adventure: Feathered Friends

Join us for a flap-tastic event! Learn about our fascinating feathery friends with a live bird presentation with Wild Ontario and enjoy owl-mazing activities.

BCRL Sunday, July 9, 1 pm

Family Movies

Bring your family and watch fun feature films on the big screen.

WO Saturdays, Jul 8 & Aug 19, 1:30 pm

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 grades 3-7.

July | Artemis Fowl by Eoin Colfer

CCRL Monday, Jul 17, 6 pm

Library Camp Out

Go camping without worrying about mosquitos! Take a VR trip through the woods, play classic camp games, sing songs around the “campfire” and so much more! For grades 1–4.

AN Saturday, Jul 8, 2 pm

Minecrafters Club

Mine with friends, craft your worlds, and challenge yourself to a whole new level of building at the library! Master builders or beginners, all are welcome.

WO Tuesdays, Jul 4 – Aug 15, 2 pm

Music & Movement

Join us for some musical fun as we sing songs, tell stories, and dance along with a musical instrument. For ages 0–6 years with a caregiver.

PL Saturday, Aug 12, 10 am

VV Saturday, Jul 29, 10 am

Play by Numbers

This program will introduce children to basic math concepts and numeracy through games, activities, and stories. For grades K-1.

BCRL Wednesdays, Jul 5 – Aug 2, 2 pm

Pokémon League

Whether you own Pokémon Cards, love Pokémon or just want something fun to do, join us for a huge range of Pokémon activities at the library! All ages are welcome.

BCRL Saturdays, Jul 15 & Aug 12, 2 pm

WO Saturdays, Jul 15, & Aug 12, 2 pm

Puppet Show Fun

The whole family can laugh, listen and enjoy a lively, fun and amusing puppet show, led by VPL staff!

VV Tuesday, Aug 15, 3 pm

Sensory Friendly Hour

Drop by for some fun hands-on sensory activities that are easy on the eyes and ears. For grades JK–6.

BCRL Fridays, Jul 14 & Aug 11, 3:30 pm

Sensory Storytime

Join a small group for a storytime in a quieter, sensory-friendly environment. For preschool – grade 3 and their families.

PBRL Sunday, Jul 30, 11 am

The Wonderful World of Bugs

Enjoy exploring the wonderful world of bugs! In this hands-on program, children will have fun learning about bugs and why they are important. For grades 1–3.

AN Thursday, Aug 10, 2 pm

FRENCH PROGRA MS

Tour (virtuel) de France!

/ A (virtual) Tour of France!

Le groupe de voyage Touralingo se joint à nous direct de la Franca pour nous offrir une visite guidée des lieux et individus notables de France, suivi par des activités amusantes. Pour les enfants de la 1ère à la 6e année. Inscription sur Eventbrite.

International tour group Touralingo joins us live from France for French-language tours highlighting notable people and places, followed by activities! For grades 1–6.

July | Tour de/of France

August | Tour de/of Paris

BCRL Monday, Jul 10,1:30 pm

PBRL Thursday, Aug 3, 1:30 pm

Marionnettes en fête / Bilingual Puppet Show Fun

Venez pratiquer votre français à travers des histoires super amusantes. Pour les enfants de la maternelle à la 4e année.

Join us for bilingual puppet show fun! Learn some cool French words while enjoying the funniest stories. For JK to Grade 4.

PBRL Thursday, Aug 10, 10 am

WO Sunday, Jul 30, 2 pm

Plaisir de lire / Fun With French

The Secret Signs of Nature

by Craig Caudill & Carrie Shryock

Rejoignez-nous pour des activités et de la lecture, animées par des bénévoles francophones de notre communauté. Pour les enfants de la 2e à la 6e année.

Parlez vous français? Join us for activities and reading practice, led by French speaking volunteers from our community. For grades 2–6.

BCRL Thursdays, Jul 6 – Aug 17, 7 pm

2023 teen summer READING CHALLENGE

Attention VPL Teens!

For grades 8-12

We're challenging you to spend your summer reading, learning something new, and staying social with your friends and community. Complete reading and writing challenges on VPL books, movies, board games, French reads, and more, for your chance to win prizes!

All Locations Jul 3 – Aug 31

Grand Prize!

Completechallengestowin prizes.Forfulldetailsvisit vaughanpl.info/tsrc

D&D Club

Game on! Join in on the action and adventure as we campaign our way through the world of Dungeons and Dragons. No previous gaming experience required. For grades 2–6.

PBRL Saturdays, Jul 15 & 29, 2 pm

PL Tuesdays, Jul 4 – Aug 15, 6 pm

Make It! with Generative AI

Explore the evolving field of artificial intelligence with a variety of computer-assisted creation tools for arts, writing and even music! For grades 9+ to adults.

PBRL Wednesdays, Jul 5 – Jul 19, 7 pm

Successful Job Search Strategies Workshops

Learn how to navigate the job market, resume and cover letter tips, effective networking, self-marketing 101 and essential interview skills.

ZOOM Wednesday, Jul 5, 2 pm

Please pre-register at vaughanpubliclibraries.eventbrite.com

Teen Book Club

We'll pick an exciting, hot new read each month. Get a copy, read it, and then come tell us what you think! For grades 8–12. Join us in-person or on Zoom.

July | The Outside Circle by Patti LaBoucane-Benson

August | Unwind by Neal Shusterman

BCRL Thursdays, Jul 20 & Aug 17, 7:30 pm

Teen Virtual Reality Club

Want to use lightsabers, golf clubs, scuba gear and more? Experience fun games and programs with our Virtual Reality headsets. For July and August, we will focus on Asymmetric Games using VR and Mobile Devices. For grades 8–12.

BCRL Tuesdays, Jul 18 & Aug 15, 7 pm

TikTok Cooking Series

Let’s put some TikTok recipes to the test! Ranging from savoury to sweet, let’s make ourselves some tasty treats! For grades 7–12. Registration is $15 for all 3 weeks.

VMC Thursdays, Aug 10 – Aug 24, 6:30 pm

by Jason Reynolds

Aging Well Club

A series for adventurous older adults to learn and interact with others, featuring different themes and guests. See the website for monthly topics. Join us in person or on Zoom.

DC Wednesdays, Jul 19 & Aug 16, 2 pm

PBRL Tuesday, Jul 4, 7 pm

Monday, Aug 14, 7 pm

WO Thursday, Jul 20, 2 pm

Ancestral Voices:

Belonging & Identity in Canada

Meet and learn from established and emerging artists and authors who represent diverse Indigenous, Caribbean, African and Black communities. Discover our shared histories, our unique lived experiences, and the past, present, and future of own-voices storytelling in this conversation series.

Aug 9 | Poet Junie Désil

ZOOM Wednesday, Aug 9, 7 pm

Board Game Café

Connect with others playing your favourite board games and learn to play new ones.

MHV Mondays, Jul 10, 24, Aug 14 & 28, 12 pm

Chess Club for Adults

Are you looking for a worthy chess opponent? Please drop in to hone your skills, test them out, or just to find a new chess partner. VV Wednesdays, Jul 5 – Aug 30, 6:30 pm

Creative Aging: Make Magic with Cricut

Embrace your creative possibilities in a supportive environment. Complete a creative design project using the Cricut system. Register on Eventbrite or call 905-653-7323 ext 4303. Priority given to older adults

.PBRL Wednesday & Thursday, Aug 2–3, 2 pm

Ansley Grove Library | BCRL Bathurst Clark Resource Library | CCRL Civic Centre Resource Library | DC Dufferin Clark Library

Kleinburg Library | MA Maple Library | MHV Mackenzie Health Vaughan Library | PBRL Pierre Berton Resource Library

The Book of Rain by Thomas Wharton

Everything She Feared by Rick Mofina

Some Unfinished Business by Antanas Sileika

中文社交活动 / Chinese Social Hour

用中文聊天,

谈论书籍, 国家时事, 以及在加拿大的生活。

Chat in Chinese about books, current events and life in Canada. Call or visit the Service Desk for more details.

PL Tuesdays, Jul 11 & Aug 8, 10:30 am

Entrepreneurship for Older Adults

Learn about VBEC's one-stop services for Vaughan’s aspiring entrepreneurs and existing business owners. Join in person or on Zoom.

CCRL Wednesday, Jul 19, 2 pm

Learning Disabilities Awareness

Join Dr. Grace Vitale, youth psychologist, for a discussion about what learning disabilities are and how parents can support their children.

ZOOM Tuesday, Jul 18, 7 pm

Let's Go to the Movies

Enjoy a variety of interesting contemporary films with other movie enthusiasts.

DC Mondays, 1:30 pm *No program Aug 7th

WO Mondays, Jul 10 & Aug 14, 2 pm

Découvrez le cinéma francophone

/ Let’s Go to the (French) Movies FR De superbes films en français avec sous-titres anglais pour le plaisir de tous.

Great French movies with English subtitles for all to enjoy.

July | Goliath August | Haute Couture

DC Sundays, Jul 2 & Aug 6, 1:30 pm

McMichael Gallery Virtual Tour

Time for a tour! Get an overview of current exhibitions at the McMichael Canadian Art Collection in this live, guided virtual tour.

ZOOM Thursday, Aug 10, 2 pm

ESL & Newcomers

In partnership with CCSYR through Library Settlement Partnerships (LSP) in York Region. For registration and information, please contact LSP at LSP@ccsyr.org or call/text 647.859.9092.

ESL Café

Newcomers and ESL learners can practice their English in an informal environment with adult volunteers.

DC Mondays, Jul 10 & Aug 14, 7 pm

ZOOM Tuesdays, Jul 4, 18, Aug 1, 15 & 29, 1:30 pm

Virtual ESL Book Club

Good news for ESL learners— we offer fun and lively book discussions to build your confidence in speaking English!

ZOOM Thursdays, Jul 13 & Aug 10, 7 pm

Cross-Cultural Cooking for Newcomers

Explore the world through food and make a new recipe together every month! Families welcome. In partnership with TCCSA. To register, contac t sliu@tccsa.org or call 905-948-1671.

July | Vietnamese Fresh Rolls

August | Indian-style Cucumber Salad

VMC Saturdays Jul 8 & Aug 5, 10:30 am

The Berry Pickers by Amanda Peters Book

Superfan: How Pop Culture Broke My Heart

by Jen SookFong Lee

Book

The Fake: a Novel by Zow Whittall

Book

Mindful Doodling for Adults

Improve mood and mindset and increase hand-eye coordination and cognitive skills by using repetition and design to create tile patterns.

MA Thursday, Jul 13, 6:30 pm

Telling a Story Through Photography with Danielle Horvath

Professional photographer Danielle Horvath will explain the inspiration behind her new exhibit March of the Living, 2023, available for viewing at the Bathurst Clark Resource Library, and will provide tips and tricks for taking great photos! In partnership with the UJA Federation of Greater Toronto.

BCRL Wednesday, July 5, 7 pm

Raising Confident Children

Positive parenting can help your child with confidence and success at school and beyond. Discover ways to encourage effective communication and independent problem solving.

ZOOM Wednesday, Jul 12, 6:30 pm

Sleep Hygiene Practices for Children

Learn about safe sleep practices and conditions, nap schedules and healthy sleep habits for children with a Certified Child Sleep Consultant.

PL Saturday, Aug 12, 10:30 am

VV Saturday, Jul 29, 10:30 am

LIBRARY SER VICES

Health 1-on-1

Sign up for a personal session with our Health Literacies Specialist to help you find information and resources to make informed health decisions.

ZOOM Mondays, Jul 3, Aug 14 & 21

Tuesday, Jul 11 By Appointment

Strategies for Picky Eating

Join Boomerang Health SickKids for a presentation about how picky eating develops and what can be done at home.

ZOOM Tuesday, Aug 15, 7 pm

Successful Job Search Strategies Workshops

Learn how to navigate the job market, resume and cover letter tips, effective networking, self-marketing 101 and essential interview skills.

ZOOM Wednesday, Jul 5, 2 pm

Vermicompost Workshop

Compost Learning Hub will teach you everything you need to know about vermicomposting: how and why to set it up, where to keep it and how to troubleshoot it.

ZOOM Tuesday, Jul 11, 2 pm

Writers' Room

Work with other aspiring writers to explore the elements of writing. Perfect for discussion and feedback. Join in person or on Zoom.

CCRL Tuesdays, Jul 18 & Aug 15, 7 pm

Please

Tech Tutor 1- on-1

Drop in and get hands-on assistance from volunteers for some basic technology questions such as navigating the internet, using your tablet or sending emails.

CCRL Wednesdays, 6 pm PBRL Thursdays, 5 pm*

PL Mondays, 6 pm*

Please inquire with Info Staff for alternate times.

*No program Aug 7.24,31

ADULT BOOK CLUBS

Biographies & Memoirs Book Club

Walk a mile in someone else’s shoes as we read and discuss various biographies and memoirs. Join us in person or on Zoom!

Title | Crying in H Mart by Michelle Zauner

PBRL Wednesday, Jul 19, 7 pm*

Cookbook Book Club

Level up your cooking chops, bake up a storm and connect with others over the kitchen table! Join us to discuss different cookbook themes.

Theme | Backyard Barbeque: Seared, Skewered, Sizzling Hot

VMC Monday, Jul 24, 7 pm

Great Novels Book Club

Join us as we read and discuss novels that explore our humanity and touch our souls. Join us in person or on Zoom!

Title | The Promise by Damon Galgut

BCRL Wednesday, Aug 2, 7 pm*

*Attend in person or on Zoom

Non-Fiction Book Club

We'll explore a variety of popular non-fiction titles, from current affairs to cutting-edge science, as well as true stories. Join us in person or on Zoom!

Title | Song of the Cell: An Exploration of Medicine and the New Human by Siddhartha Mukherjee

CCRL Tuesday, Aug 1, 7 pm*

Romance Book Club

Want to talk about books that make you sigh and swoon, and always have a happily-ever-after? Join our Romance Book Club in person or on Zoom!

July | One True Loves by Taylor Jenkins Reid

August | Happy Place by Emily Henry

CCRL Mondays, Jul 10 & Aug 14, 7 pm*

Sci-Fi Book Club

From discovering far away galaxies to alternate universes, join us to discuss a different Sci-Fi book each month, either in person or on Zoom!

July | The Forever War by Joe Haldeman

August | Red Rising by Pierce Brown

PBRL Mondays, Jul 17 & Aug 21, 7 pm*

Culinary Literacy Culinary Literacy

A Peck of Peppers

How many ways can you eat a pepper? Appetizer, main, and dessert – a pepper can be all that, and more! For grades 4+. Registration is $5.

VMC Thursday, Jul 27, 6:30 pm

All About Coffee Series

Coffee-curious? This series will explore many different aspects of coffee brewing, culture, and more! Presented by De Mello Coffee Roasters. Registration is $10.

Theme | Cold Brew Drinks

CCRL Wednesday, Aug 23, 7 pm

VMC Monday, Jul 10, 7 pm

Délicieux sushis en famille FR

/ Bilingual Sushi Family Fun

Parents et enfants sont les bienvenues pour réaliser leurs propres sushis! Apprenez à bien rouler et essayez différents ingrédients. $10 par participant. Inscription sur Eventbrite.

Parents and children can each customize their own sushi roll and enjoy making them together! Try different ingredients and invent your own delicious combination. $10 per participant.

VMC Wednesday, Jul 26, 6 pm

Cake Club

Mmm, cake! Let's delve into deliciousness and bake a different type of cake each month! Registration is $7 per session.

July | Tiramisu August | Vegan cakes

VMC Sundays, Jul 9 & Aug 6, 1 pm

Chop Suey Nation: the Legion Cafe and Other Stories From Canada's Chinese Restaurants by Ann Hui Book

Mayumu: Filipino American Desserts Remixed by Abi Balingit

Book

Resetting the Table: Straight Talk About the Food We Grow and Eat by Robert Paarlberg

Book

Cross-Cultural Cooking for Newcomers

Explore the world through food and make a new recipe together every month! Families welcome. In partnership with TCCSA. To register, contact sliu@tccsa.org or call 905-948-1671.

July | Vietnamese Fresh Rolls

August | Indian-style Cucumber Salad

VMC Saturdays Jul 8 & Aug 5, 10:30 am

Dairy-Free Ice Cream

Ice cream that’s vegan, dairy- and banana-free, no-churn, and, most importantly: delicious? Learn how to make this ice cream in two different flavours, and bring some home to enjoy! Registration is $7.

VMC Thursday, Aug 3, 6:30 pm

Eating Well with Canada's Food Guide

What does healthy eating look like? Learn about local food, healthy eating habits and build up your food literacy chops! Recommended for grades 4–6. Attend in person or over Zoom.

CCRL Saturday, Jul 22, 2 pm

Food Around the World: Biscotti

How do you make the perfect (nut-free) biscotti? We’ll make different flavoured biscotti and you get to bring them home to enjoy! Registration is $5.

VMC Monday, Aug 14, 6:30 pm

Food Around the World: Tiramisu

Let’s learn how to make tiramisu! Chef Trang Vo will demonstrate how to make different flavours, and you’ll get to sample them at the end! Registration is $5.

VMC Monday, Jul 17, 6:30 pm

Jamming with Camilla Wynne

Learn how to preserve summer fruits with Master Preserver and local author Camilla Wynne! Bring home a jar of jam to enjoy throughout the year. Registration is $15.

VMC Monday, Aug 21, 6:30 pm

Kitchen STEAM: Chia Seed Jams

Did you know you can make jam using chia seeds? Let’s learn about the science of chia seed jams and make our own to enjoy! For grades 4–7. Registration is $5.

VMC Wednesday, Jul 12, 7 pm

Kitchen Traditions Series

Let's share kitchen traditions and stories! Learn from older adults in our community and make dishes that reflect our diversity, from one generation to the next. This series is made possible through the New Horizons for Seniors Grant.

Jul 25 | Spanish Fish Paella Aug 2 | Hungarian Kosher

Aug 9 | Chilean Appetizers Aug 16 | Caribbean Jerk Chicken

VMC Tuesday, Jul 25, 6:30 pm

Wednesdays, Aug 2, 9 & 16, 6:30 pm

Quick Pickled Beets

Roasted, boiled, pickled, steamed, let’s make some delicious quick pickled beets! For grades 4+. Registration is $5.

VMC Thursday, Jul 6, 6:45 pm

TikTok Cooking

Let’s put some TikTok recipes to the test! Ranging from savoury to sweet, let’s make ourselves some tasty treats! For grades 7–12. Registration is $15 for all 3 weeks.

VMC Thursdays, Aug 10 – Aug 24, 6:30 pm

Arabiyya: Recipes From the Life of An Arab in Diaspora by Reem Assil

Book

Curry: Eating, Reading, and Race by Naben Ruthnum

Book

Burma: Rivers of Flavor by Naomi Duguid

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STEAM summer CAMP

Grades 2 – 6 | 9am – 4 pm

Have a blast at VPL’s STEAM Summer Camp! Sign up for our fun STEAM-theme Summer Camp weeks. The camps are packed with fun indoor and outdoor activities. Each week will feature a build project, workshop, or special guest.

Learn to code, play and create your own games using Pixicade, online apps, Scratch and more!

JULY 3 – 7

Gome Design & Coding Robotics

We’ve got robots big and small! Campers will learn robotics coding basics and experience a variety of robots.

JULY 10 – 14

Horry Potter

Hogwarts Training Camp

Spend a week at Hogwarts! Learn Potions, Transfiguration, Levitation, Muggle Studies and more!

JULY 17 – 21

STEAM Challenges

Can you code the robot mouse to get the cheese? Or build a roller coaster out of straws? Campers can expand their logic and problem solving skills!

JULY 24 – 28

SPY School

Is Spy School for you? Decode messages, solve cyphers and figure out an escape room! Put your skills to the test with our challenges.

JULY 31 – AUGUST 4

Star Wars

Jedi Training Camp

Make your own starfighters, lightsabers, race a droid, and more at space camp.

AUGUST 14 – 18

Registration on Eventbrite

$200 per week

VMC Library

The VMC Library is VPL’s newest library location, and it brings all that we have to offer to the fast-growing Vaughan Metropolitan Centre. This new 9,000 square foot library provides welcoming spaces for children, families, students, neighbourhood residents and transit commuters. Unique to this library is Culinary Literacy programming that builds skills in food preparation while exploring STEAM concepts and the rich cultural variety within the community.

FUN FACTS

Relax at VMC Library! It has the highest soft seating to space ratio among all VPL libraries.

“What’s most exciting about VMC Library is that we are growing alongside our community. The people in Vaughan’s new downtown have a unique chance to shape their library. Come visit and tell us what you want your library to be! ” —

Ruthanne Price, VMC Library Manager

Spectacular sunsets can be seen from the west end of the library.

VMC Library is only 300m from the nearest TTC Subway Station.

Mission Statement

Vaughan Public Libraries offers welcoming destinations that educate, excite and empower our community.

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Become a Member

If you live, work, own property, or attend an educational institution in the City of Vaughan, you qualify for free membership. Sign up in-person at any branch with valid ID or visit us at vaughanpl.info/services/membership

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Upcoming Holiday Closures

Saturday, July 1 Canada Day CLOSED

Monday, August 7 Civic Holiday CLOSED

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WHAT'S ON is published bi-monthly by the Marketing & Communications department of Vaughan Public Libraries.

For more information about programs, please visit our website or email librarian.librarian@ vaughan.ca. All programs and events listed are free of charge unless otherwise noted. For general information about this publication contact the following.

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Feathered Friends

Join us for a flap-tastic event!

Learn about our fascinating feathery friends with a live bird presentation with Wild Ontario and enjoy owl-mazing activities. Bathurst Clark Resource Library | Sunday, Jul 9, 1 pm

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France!

Tour (virtuel) de France!

International tour group Touralingo joins us live from France for French-language tours highlighting notable people and places, followed by activities! For grades 1–6. FR

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Jamming with Camilla Wynne

Learn how to preserve summer fruits with Master Preserver and local author Camilla Wynne! Bring home a jar of jam to enjoy throughout the year. Registration is $15.

VMC Library | Monday, Aug 21, 6:30 pm

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