What's On July - August 2022 by Vaughan Public Libraries

WHAT’S ON

Visit our newest libraries VMC Library & VMC Express Programs, resources & more

July – August 2022

Welcome

Featured Services

Rose Savage Chair,

Vaughan Public Library Board

Welcome to the July – August issue of What’s On! School may be out, but Vaughan Public Libraries is not taking a break this Summer! Our Teen Summer Challenge and TD Summer Reading Club are in full swing, and we recently introduced culinary literacy programming at the VMC Library. These sessions will provide you with the opportunity to discover more about food, its role in culture and history while increasing your literacy skills in a beautiful new teaching kitchen. Perhaps you will even discover a new family favourite. We’ve also been busy building a better and expanded library system. In June we celebrated the groundbreaking for a new library in Vaughan’s east end. The Carrville Community Centre and Library is planned to open in 2024 and we’ll keep you updated on construction progress here and on our building blog. While the shovels are now in the ground at a future branch, renovation work continues at Woodbridge Library. We have been busy upgrading the lower level to create bright new multi-purpose spaces, and designing a significant improvement to the Woodbridge Avenue entrance. What better way to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the library at this location! If you want to enjoy the great outdoors this summer, why not enjoy one of five Storywalks? We have partnered with the City of Vaughan to introduce story panels in some of our fantastic parks. You can enjoy a pleasant walk with your family, while also discovering a book, page by page. For locations near you, visit vaughanpl.info/storywalk Enjoy your Summer with VPL! Rose 2 | www.vaughanpl.info

SAY HELLO TO VMC LIBRARY & VMC EXPRESS On June 20, we officially opened the VMC Library. Experience dedicated study spaces, a vibrant children’s area, gourmet teaching kitchen, a selfservice library, free wi-fi internet and more. Visit us at 200 Apple Mill Road and learn all about our newest library branch at vaughanpl.info/vmc

INTRODUCING CULINARY LITERACY Coffee, sushi, candy and more! Discover new recipes, master your kitchen gadgets and have fun with our new programs hosted at the VMC Library and online. Check out the section on page 14 for more info!

DISCOVER MORE ABOUT YOUR LIBRARY We’ve refreshed all of our library branch pages to provide you with more information about our libraries. Learn about our accessible features, collections and the best transit options for a visit. Check out vaughanpl.info/libraries and click on any branch to find out more.

Passport to Vaughan Presents...

Tepache from Mexico

Live on Zoom

Japanese in Manga

Live on Zoom

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! t I e t a e Cr Family Coding Time

Coders unite! In this team-up program, children and their caregivers will work together to solve coding puzzles. Suitable for beginners and experts alike! For grades 2+. BCRL Sunday, Jul 10, 2 pm

Make a Mess with Cardboard

Drop in for family fun with cardboard! Use a template to make a 3D object from cardboard. Learn how to use Slicer for Fusion 360 for turning 3D files to new templates! PBRL Sunday, Jul 24, 1 pm

Make & Take Registration is $10

Custom Water Bottle

Beat the heat with your own personalized water bottle! Learn to use our Cricut to create a water bottle unlike any other. For grades 5+. BCRL Monday, Jul 11, 7 pm

Unique Foil Bookmarks

Learn how to use our Cricut machine and software to design and craft a unique bookmark using foil and cardstock. For grades 5+. BCRL Monday, Aug 8, 7 pm

Personalized Pencil Bag

Get ready for school with a personalized pencil bag! Use our Cricut machine to craft a unique bag, just for you. For grades 5+. BCRL Monday, Aug 22, 7 pm

STEAM Careers

Meet professionals who work in STEAMrelated fields and enjoy activities related to their profession. Zoom attendance also optional. July 9 | Meet a Chef July 30 | See website for details BCRL Saturday, Jul 9 & Jul 30, 2 pm

The Fantastic Four: Learn About Our 4 Major Make It Space Devices

Find inspiration for cool projects you can make with our 3D printer, CNC Carvey machine, vinyl cutter and Glowforge laser cutter. PBRL Wednesday, Aug 3, 6:30 pm

Touch the Glowforge Magic Button!

Turn your small drawing to an engraved object using our Glowforge laser cutter. Families are welcome! PBRL Sunday, Aug 21, 1 pm

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STEAM Workshops Registration is $10

Planting Seeds for Butterflies

Help Monarch Butterflies! Join us as we plant milkweed seeds, learning about biodiversity and ecology. For grades 1–6. AN Wednesday, Jul 6, 2 pm

Optical Illusion Art

Can you see what I see? Look closer and look far away. Join us to explore the science behind optical illusion and create your own. For grades 3-6. CCRL Friday, Jul 15, 2 pm

VPL Virtual Science Fair It's time again to put on your thinking caps and engage your science brain! Join us online for the 3rd installment of VPL's Virtual Science Fair! Participate solo or in groups of up to four. For grades 2 –12. Judging will be based on three age categories. Entries accepted from July 1st – 31st.

For additional information, visit vaughanpl.info/sciencefair

Is it Magic? No, it's Magnetic!

You have the power! Learn more about how magnets and electromagnets work and make your own versions of common electromagnetic devices. For grades 4–7. VV Tuesday, Jul 26, 2 pm

Engineering in Action

Junior Engineers! Join us for activities to learn about the process of designing and building structures. For grades 3-6. CCRL Friday, Aug 12, 2 pm

Spa Science

Discover the fabulous and fizzy science behind some popular spa products and then make your own. For grades 4–7. PBRL Wednesday, Aug 17, 7 pm WHAT’S ON JUL– AUG 2022 | 5

Preschool

Baby Adventures Storytime*

Little Explorers Storytime*

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

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

AN Mondays, 10 am BCRL Tuesdays, 10 am CCRL Wednesdays, 2 pm DC Thursdays, 2 pm

AN Thursdays, 10 am MHV Tuesdays, 10 am BCRL Thursdays & PBRL Wednesdays & Sundays, 10 am Saturdays, 10 am CCRL Fridays, 10 am PL Thursdays, 10 am DC Tuesdays, 10 am VMC Wednesdays, 10 am KL Tuesdays, 2 pm VV Mondays, 2 pm MA Wednesdays, 10 am

PBRL Tuesdays, 10 am PL Mondays, 10 am VV Wednesdays, 10 am WO Thursdays, 2 pm

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!

AN Thursday, Aug 18, 10 am DC Tuesday, Jul 12, 10 am MA Wednesday, Jul 27, 10 am

French Storytime / L’heure du conte FR The perfect intro to French! Awesome stories and songs for everyone. Le meilleur moyen d’apprendre en ayant du plaisir grâce à de superbes histoires et chansons pour tous!

CCRL Saturdays, Jul 16 & Aug 13, 10 am

Italian Storytime on Zoom / Storytime in italiano su Zoom Ciao a tutti! Join us for fun stories, songs and rhymes in Italian that you can enjoy with your whole family. Sessions are hosted live on Zoom. Ciao a tutti! Vi invitiamo a partecipare con tutta la famiglia al nostro programma di storie, canzoni e rime divertenti in italiano. Le sessioni saranno in diretta su Zoom. Registratevi su Eventbrite.

Wednesdays, Jul 27 & Aug 24, 10 am

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Mandarin Storytime on Zoom / Zoom 中文故事会 Join us for fun songs and joyful rhymes in Mandarin and English! Suitable for the whole family. No previous knowledge of Mandarin required. Sessions are hosted live on Zoom. 欢迎大家收看中文故事会并和我们一起互动！在图书馆 Eventbrite 注册后，zoom链接会发至您的邮箱。

Wednesdays, Jul 6 & Aug 3, 10 am

Spanish Storytime on Zoom / Hora de cuentos en Zoom Join us for stories, songs and fingerplays in Spanish and English that are fun for the whole family. Sessions are hosted live on Zoom. Acompáñanos a disfrutar de historias, canciones y juegos en Español y Inglés que son divertidos para toda la familia. Las sesiones seran presentadas por la plataforma Zoom. Regístresen en Eventbrite.

Wednesdays, Jul 13 & Aug 10, 10 am Please pre-register at vaughanpubliclibraries.eventbrite.com

* There will be a program break starting Aug 23. Regular programming resumes Sept 6.

Children

Cartoon a Button! Are you a comics fan? Drop in and use our button maker to make a colourful button of your favourite superhero or cartoon character. There will be other fun things, too!

Is your child learning to read? Then this is the program for you! We will promote early literacy skills through stories and interactive activities. For grades SK–1.

MA Friday, Aug 5, 2 pm PBRL Friday, Jul 29, 2 pm

BCRL Saturday, Jul 9, 10:30 am

Mindful Doodling: Mythical Creatures

The Stay Safe! program teaches applicable and age-appropriate skills, while increasing and reinforcing a youth’s capacity to improve their own safety. For ages 9–13. Registration is $70.

Explore and learn about Mindful Doodling and the benefits it has on your emotions by creating mythical creatures. For grades 3–6. Virtual attendance also optional.

BCRL Saturday, Jul 16, 10:30 am

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 5 – Aug 23, 2 pm

Paper Engineering: Pop-Up Books Join us for a hands-on activity to engineer pop-up designs from paper! Make a 3D card or small book for someone special! For grades 3–6.

MHV Wednesday, Jul 20, 7 pm Please pre-register at vaughanpubliclibraries.eventbrite.com

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Ready, Set, Go! Let's Read!

Stay Safe Course with Heart2Heart

DC Saturday, Aug 13, 9:30 am – 3:30 pm

STEAMed Goats for Kids Can YOU outsmart the troll? After a puppet show rendition of The Three Billy Goats Gruff, budding engineers will construct a bridge to keep the goats safe! For grades SK–4.

AN Thursday, Jul 28, 2 pm

Summer Reading Buddies Have fun while practicing your reading skills and enjoying literacy activities and games this summer. For grades 2–6.

DC Thursdays, Jul 14 – Aug 18, 4:30 pm MA Tuesdays, Jul 12 – Aug 16, 6 pm PBRL Mondays, Jul 11 – Aug 22, 4 pm PL Wednesdays, Jul 6 - Aug 17, 5 pm VV Wednesdays, Jul 13 – Aug 17, 5 pm

Swim Team

The Bake Sale

Deadman's Castle

by Johnnie Christmas

by Elspeth Rae

by Iain Lawrence

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TD SUMMER READING CLUB FR

Join our TD Summer Reading Club and report on your reading each week all summer long to earn the badge of the week and a ballot for our weekly and grand prize draws! Read in French to be entered for our end of summer draw for a French prize pack!

A World of Fairies & Gnomes Join us each week for new themes & activities in English and French. For children of all ages and abilities.

Enter our magical realm to create fairy potions, a gnome trap, engineer a gnome home, fairy doors and more! All topped off with a sprinkle of French Fairy dust. MHV Friday, Jul 8 AN Monday, Jul 18 PBRL Tuesday, Jul 26 BCRL Tuesday, Jul 5 PL Thursday, Jul 21 CCRL Tuesday, Aug 2 DC Wednesday, Aug 10 VMC Thursday, Jul 28 VV Thursday, Jul 14 KL Thursday, Aug 4 MA Wednesday, Aug 17 WO Wednesday, Aug 17 2 PM

Dragons vs Unicorns! 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.

BCRL Sunday, Jul 17, 2 pm

Virtual Kids' French Book Club

Do you enjoy reading in French? Join us on Zoom for a fun discussion and activities. Each month, there’s a new theme and you can read any book you want, according to the theme. For grades 3–6. Register on Eventbrite. Rencontre-nous sur Zoom à chaque mois pour une discussion et pour des activités amusantes. Choisis le livre que tu veux correspondant au thème du mois! Pour les enfants de la 3e année à la 6e année. Inscris-toi sur Eventbrite.

Thursday, Jul 14, 7 pm 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 VV Vellore Village Library | VMC VMC Library | WO Woodbridge Library

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Would you rather build a mighty dragon or a majestic unicorn? Or both? We're off for an adventure into a mythical world full of many dragon and unicorn activities! MHV Friday, Jul 29 AN Monday, Aug 8 PBRL Tuesday, Aug 16 BCRL Tuesday, Jul 26 PL Thursday, Aug 11 CCRL Tuesday, Jul 5 VMC Thursday, Aug 18 DC Wednesday, Jul 13 VV Thursday, Aug 4 KL Thursday, Jul 7 WO Wednesday, Jul 20 MA Wednesday, Jul 20 2 PM

Fascinating Fantastic Creatures

There's a whole world of fantastic creatures to explore. Let's discover many beasts, find Bigfoot, play Monster Toss and guessing games! Make your own creations come to life! AN Monday, Jul 25 MHV Friday, Jul 15 BCRL Tuesday, Jul 12 PBRL Tuesday, Aug 2 CCRL Tuesday, Aug 9 PL Thursday, Jul 28 DC Wednesday, Aug 17 VMC Thursday, Aug 4 KL Thursday, Aug 11 VV Thursday, Jul 21 MA Wednesday, Jul 6 WO Wednesday, Jul 6 2 PM

Meet Astronaut

Chris Hadfield

Author Visit with

Johnnie Christmas Enjoy graphic novels? Join author Johnnie Christmas to chat about his new children's graphic novel, Swim Team! Visit a participating library to view in person or register on Eventbrite to watch over Zoom.

BCRL CCRL MA VMC VV Monday, July 11, 4 pm

Superstar S Meet Astronaut Chris Hadfield Join our star-packed viewing party featuring a virtual visit from legendary Canadian

Meet Astronaut Chris Hadfield

activities, too!

Join our star-packed viewing party featuring a virtual visit from legendary Canadian Astronaut, Chris Hadfield! Enjoy some space activities, too! Tuesday, July 19 | 4:30 pm

AN BCRL CCRL DC MA MHV PBRL PL VMC VV Tuesday, July 19, 4:30 pm

Happily Ever After

Library Myth-Adventures!

Knights in Training

Once Upon a Time

Can you help well-known book characters overcome challenges and find their happily ever after? We will go on an epic bilingual scavenger hunt, make a boat for the Gingerbread Man, build a pulley for Rapunzel, and more! AN Monday, Jul 11 MHV Friday, Aug 19 BCRL Tuesday, Aug 16 PBRL Tuesday, Jul 19 CCRL Tuesday, Jul 26 PL Thursday, Jul 14 DC Wednesday, Aug 3 VMC Thursday, Jul 21 KL Thursday, Jul 28 VV Thursday, Jul 7 MA Wednesday, Aug 10 WO Wednesday, Aug 10 2 PM

Do you think you could be a knight? Learn fun facts about the Middle Ages, design your coat of arms, build a castle, complete a quest for the Holy Grail and more! AN Monday, Aug 22 MHV Friday, Jul 22 BCRL Tuesday, Jul 19 PBRL Tuesday, Aug 9 CCRL Tuesday, Aug 16 PL Thursday, Aug 4 DC Wednesday, Jul 6 VMC Thursday, Aug 11 KL Thursday, Aug 18 VV Thursday, Jul 28 MA Wednesday, Jul 13 WO Wednesday, Jul 13 2 PM

Enjoy activities inspired by the mythological worlds of author Rick Riordan. Spin a wheel to pick your fortune, compete in a catapult challenge, choose your special powers, create a monster, and more! AN Monday, Aug 15 MHV Friday, Aug 5 BCRL Tuesday, Aug 2 PBRL Tuesday, Jul 5 CCRL Tuesday, Jul 12 PL Thursday, Aug 18 DC Wednesday, Jul 20 VMC Thursday, Jul 7 KL Thursday, Jul 14 VV Thursday, Aug 11 MA Wednesday, Jul 27 WO Wednesday, Jul 27 2 PM

Bring out your inner creativity! Participants will read and discuss a fairytale together, then create and illustrate their own, plus explore the world of fairytales with many other activities. AN Monday, Jul 4 MHV Friday, Aug 12 BCRL Tuesday, Aug 9 PBRL Tuesday, Jul 12 CCRL Tuesday, Jul 19 PL Thursday, Jul 7 DC Wednesday, Jul 27 VMC Thursday, Jul 14 KL Thursday, Jul 21 VV Thursday, Aug 18 MA Wednesday, Aug 3 WO Wednesday, Aug 3 2PM

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Family

Bilingual Puppet Show Fun Marionnettes en fête FR

Discover OSMO!

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

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

BCRL Sunday, Aug 7, 10 am – 4pm

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

BCRL Sunday, Jul 3, 2 pm | Gérard and Piggie PBRL Saturday, Jul 30, 2 pm | Pat le Chat and Friends VV Wednesday, Aug 10, 2 pm | Pat le Chat and Friends

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 Saturday, Jul 16 & Aug 13, 2 pm

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.

OUR PICKS FOR U

Marita Payne Park Sunday, Aug 14, 10 am Mackenzie Glen District Park Saturday, Jul 23, 10 am

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Please pre-register at vaughanpubliclibraries.eventbrite.com

The Darkest dark

I Am Scary

A Park Connects Us

by Chris Hadfield

by Elise Gravel

by Sarah Nelsom Fross

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BCRL Bathurst Clark Resource Library | CCRL Civic Centre Resource Library | DC Dufferin Clark Library PBRL Pierre Berton Resource Library | PL Pleasant Ridge Library | VV Vellore Village Library

Teen

Babysitting Course with Heart2Heart Learn important skills for becoming a top-notch babysitter in this one-day course. Registration is $70. For ages 11–15.

DC Sunday, July 17, 9:30 am – 5pm

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 6–12.

DC Mondays, July 4 – Aug 15, 6 pm PL Tuesdays, July 5 – Aug 9, 6 pm

Losing your French during summer? Fear not, the library has you covered! All teens are welcome to practice their French through fun activities and discussions. For grades 7–12. Sessions are hosted live on Zoom. Register on Eventbrite. Tu perds ton français durant l’été? Pas de problème, la bibliothèques est là! Participe à des discussions animées et des jeux amusants tout au long de l’été. Pour les ados de la 7e à la 12e année. En direct sur Zoom. Inscrivez-vous sur Eventbrite.

Wednesdays, Jul 6 – Aug 10, 7 pm

Teen Trivia Night

Join This year's Teen Summer

Do you think you know stuff? Put it to the test with our online Trivia Night and compete with other teens! Session is hosted live on Zoom.

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Thursday, Jul 28, 7 pm

OUR PICKS FOR U

Virtual French Teen Café FR

Generation Wonder: The New Age of Heroes

programs on the back cover! Please pre-register at vaughanpubliclibraries.eventbrite.com

Summer's Edge

Ascendance of a Bookworm

by Dana Mele

by Miya Kazuki

by Barry Lyga Book

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Adult

Build Your Brand

Native Plants for Beauty & Biodiversity

Learn to grow a marketable social media presence from a professional web designer and online brand consultant. Registration is $15.

In this illustrated talk, local author Lorraine Johnson explores the benefits of introducing native plants to your garden in support of butterflies, birds and bees. Virtual attendance also optional.

CCRL Monday, Jul 18, 7 pm

Felt: An Ancient Textile & Its Uses In partnership with The Felt Store, discover the historical and many modern uses of felt for art, craft and industrial processes. Session is hosted live on Zoom.

Thursday, Aug 4, 2 pm

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. Sessions are hosted live on Zoom.

Jul 4, 7, Aug 8 & 11 by Appointment

Learn to Camp with Parks Canada! Learn to plan for your first camping trip with tips on equipment, safe campfires and wildlife sightings! This program is designed for adults, but all ages are welcome!

CCRL Saturday, Jul 9, 1:30 pm

Mind and Body Wellness Through Music Learn about the social, emotional, physical, neurological, cognitive and pain management benefits that music can provide. Session is hosted live on Zoom.

Tuesday, Aug 23, 7 pm

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BCRL Thursday, Jul 7, 7 pm

Passport to Vaughan: Japanese in Manga Learn how reading comics from Japan, known as Manga, can help with learning Japanese. Presented by the Japan Foundation. For all ages. Session is hosted live on Zoom.

Saturday, Jul 23, 2 pm

Play VR with Family & Friends! Curious about Virtual Reality? Invite your friends and book a guided VR session with Oculus Quest. Book a timeslot for 4–6 people at participating locations.

BCRL Aug 2–13, by appointment CCRL Jul 18–30, by appointment PBRL Jul 4–16, by appointment

Repair Café Are you holding on to an item that just needs a quick fix? Our Repair Café may be the place for you! Hosted by York Region.

PBRL Saturday, Aug 6, 11 am – 2 pm Please pre-register at vaughanpubliclibraries.eventbrite.com

Tech Training: Internet Searching for Beginners

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! Virtual attendance also optional. July | The Worst Best Man by Mia Sosa August | Book Lovers by Emily Henry

Need help finding things on the internet? Not sure how to evaluate what you find? Come learn a few tips and tricks with us!

DC Tuesday, Jul 19, 2 pm

CCRL Monday, Jul 11 & Aug 8, 7 pm

Tech Tutor 1-on-1

School Readiness Milestones in Preschoolers

Get hands-on assistance from volunteers for some basic technology questions such as navigating the internet, using your tablet, or sending emails. Visit the Information Desk at your preferred location for more information.

Is your 3 to 5-year-old ready for school? Clinicians from Boomerang Health Sickkids will review what to expect in young children and address common concerns. Session is hosted live on Zoom.

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Tuesday, Aug 2, 7 pm

Virtual ESL Book Club

Stand Out With Style Don't know what to wear? Discover current trends for business fashion and making it on social media with professional stylist Renée Lindo. Registration is $20.

CCRL Monday, Jul 25, 7 pm

Star Sightings this Summer Interested in stargazing or backyard astronomy with binoculars, a small telescope or just by looking up? Join local astronomer Chris Vaughan and learn about starry sights for this summer. Session is hosted live on Zoom.

Tuesday, Jul 12, 7 pm

Tech Intros

OUR PICKS FOR U

Join us for a 15 minute one-on-one introduction to one of three great digital resources: Zoom, Brainfuse, and LinkedIn Learning. Visit the Information Desk for more information.

Good news for ESL learners— we offer fun and lively book discussions to build your confidence in speaking English! In partnership with CCSYR through Library Settlement Partnerships (LSP) in York Region. Sessions are hosted live on Zoom. For registration and information, please contact LSP at ccsyr.org or call/text 647-212-6162.

Thursdays, Jul 14 & Aug 11, 6:30 pm

Virtual ESL Café Newcomers and ESL learners can practice their English in an informal environment with adult volunteers. In partnership with CCSYR through Library Settlement Partnerships (LSP) in York Region. Sessions are hosted live on Zoom. For registration and information, please contact LSP at ccsyr.org or call/text 647-212-6162.

Tuesdays, Jul 12, 26, Aug 9 & 23, 1:30 pm

CCRL Mondays, 7 pm & Wednesdays, 9:30 am

Writers' Room

BCRL Bathurst Clark Resource Library | CCRL Civic Centre Resource Library DC Dufferin Clark Library | PBRL Pierre Berton Resource Library

CCRL Tuesday, Jul 19 & Aug 16, 7 pm

Work with other aspiring writers to explore the elements of writing. Perfect for discussion and feedback. Virtual attendance also optional.

People Change

Bitcoin Widow

by Vivek Shraya

by Jennifer Robertson & Stephen Kimber

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When We Lost Our Heads by Heather O'Neill Book

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Culinary Literacy

A Recipe For…Kitchen Creativity!

Crush Your Oats… and More!

A recipe for disaster? For world peace? A recipe for… world peace cookies? Stretch your imagination and write unique, creative recipes! For grades 3–6.

Join us as we milk a variety of "udderly" delicious & refreshing dairy-free and nut-free milk-alternative drinks! Which will you like the best? Registration is $5. For grades 7+.

VMC Library Wednesday, Jul 13, 7 pm

VMC Library Saturday, Aug 6, 10:30 am

Air Fryer 101

Dalgona Challenge

Got a new air fryer and don’t know where to begin? Join us as we demystify this kitchen gadget and explore what it can do!

VMC Library Sunday, Jul 10, 1 pm

Would you survive the Dalgona candy round in Squid Game? Make your own Dalgona candy and see if you can bring it home in one piece! Registration is $5. For grades 7+.

Bilingual Sushi Family Fun / Délicieux sushis en famille FR

Instant Pot® 101

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. 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.

VMC Library Thursday, Jul 28, 7 pm

Coffee 101 Coffee-curious? Join this beginner coffee workshop and learn more about this delightful bean. Discover how to achieve the perfect cup for you! Presented by De Mello Coffee Roasters. Registration is $10.

VMC Library Saturday, Jul 9, 10:30 am Thursday, Aug 11, 7 pm Please pre-register at vaughanpubliclibraries.eventbrite.com

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VMC Library Thursday, Jul 21, 7 pm Got a new instant pot and don’t know where to begin? Join us as we demystify this kitchen gadget and explore what it can do!

VMC Library Thursday, Aug 18, 7 pm

Let’s Make Ice Cream! Make your own no-churn ice cream! Bring home your own unique flavour combo to freeze and enjoy. In partnership with Demetres. Registration is $7 per participant. For grades 3–6.

VMC Library Sunday, Aug 7, 2 pm

Passport to Vaughan: Tepache from Mexico Join us as we learn about tepache, a fermented Mexican drink made using pineapple peel! Presented by Black Creek Community Farm. Session is hosted live on Zoom.

Saturday, Jul 16, 2 pm

Citizen Science:

Explore

Your Trail Register on Eventbrite

Learn to Camp Parks Canada

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. Mackenzie Glen District Park Saturday, Jul 23, 10 am Marita Payne Park Sunday, Aug 14, 10 am

Learn to plan for your first camping trip with tips on equipment, safe campfires and wildlife sightings! This program is designed for adults, but all ages are welcome! Civic Centre Resource Library Saturday, Jul 9, 1:30 pm Register on Eventbrite

Update Yourself Series

d l i u Br Brand You Learn to grow a marketable social media presence from a professional web designer and online brand consultant. Registration is $15.

Civic Centre Resource Library Monday, Jul 18, 7 pm

Online brand consultant Paula Telizyn

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Don't know what to wear? Discover current trends for business fashion and making it on social media with professional stylist Renée Lindo. Registration is $20.

Civic Centre Resource Library Monday, Jul 25, 7 pm

Professional stylist Renée Lindo

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MACKENZIE HEALTH VAUGHAN LIBRARY 3200 Major MacKenzie Drive West, Maple L6A 4Z3

PLEASANT RIDGE LIBRARY 300 Pleasant Ridge Avenue, Thornhill L4J 9B3

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