What's On March - April 2023

Welcome Featured Services

Margie Singleton CEO, Vaughan Public Libraries

Welcome to the March – April issue of What’s On. By the time you read this we will have welcomed a new Library Board and Chair, but in the interim, I would like to update you on a few great initiatives coming soon to VPL.

Spring is always a busy time, with March Break activities for children complementing regular programming. However, this season is bigger and better than ever, with a number of special events and exhibits on our schedule. A Taste of Science (Civic Centre and Pierre Berton Resource Libraries) provides interactive stations that give insight into how science helps keep food safe and prevent it from rotting. This museum-grade exhibit is courtesy of Ingenium–Canada’s Science & Innovation Museum.

For those who want to enjoy the great outdoors, our first ever Adult Storywalk, will be launching at the Kortright Centre on March 4th. Richard Wagamese's book, Embers: One Ojibway's Meditations, enables you to reflect and enjoy the beauty of nature through thought-provoking prose as you meander the paths.

I would like to extend sincere appreciation and thanks for the unwavering support of the VPL staff to the Vaughan Public Library Board trustees completing their term. Their confidence and respect enabled VPL to thrive, grow and innovate.

We welcome the new Vaughan Public Library Board trustees with enthusiasm and optimism as they embark upon an exciting four years with Vaughan Public Libraries.

Best,

Margie

EXPERIENCE VAUGHAN

Did you know that every week, we have a limited number of free family passes available for local attractions such as the McMichael Art Gallery, Royal Ontario Museum and Black Creek Pioneer Village? Passes are available at Maple Library, Dufferin Clark Library and Woodbridge Library. Visit vaughanpl.info/experiencevaughan for more information.

THE LENDERY

We’ve added more items to our library of things! Check out kitchen gadgets, home improvement tools, recreation items and more. Do you want to add to our growing collection? We are now accepting new or gently used items for donation. Discover what we have, or drop off a donation only at Pierre Berton Resource Library.

BIG BOOK SALE

Join us at Bathurst Clark Resource Library from 9 am on Sunday April 30 for our biggest sale of the season! Bring a bag and fill it for $10.

Thinking about spring planting? Drop in and exchange seeds, connect with other gardeners, and receive gardening tips from York Region Food Network staff.

Bathurst Clark Resource Library

Saturday, March 25, 10 am

Spring Seed Swap Start Your Seeds!

Learn the basics of seed starting including timing, containers, planting medium, watering, lighting, depth/spacing and fertilizing. Get helpful tips to successfully start your seeds at home!

Bathurst Clark Resource Library

Sunday, April 2, 2 pm

Make It Ma k e It! !

Create It It! ! Learn It It! !

Design in 3D—For Kids

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

BCRL Saturday, March 25, 10 am

Sunday, April 23, 2 pm

CCRL Saturday, March 25, 2 pm

Thursday, April 8, 2 pm

Discover Augmented Reality

Bring your colouring sheets to life with the Quiver AR app! See a dragon fly over a medieval town, drive on an ATV trail, and more. For all ages.

BCRL Saturday, March 11, 10 am

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 Mondays, April 17–May 8, 7 pm

Fantastic Four For Businesses

From prototyping to promoting, learn how small business owners, makers, and artisans can use our 3D printer, Carvey machine, vinyl cutter and Glowforge laser cutter.

ZOOM Wednesday, March 29, 7 pm

Makey Mischief

Come make some mischief and learn about circuits with Makey Makey! Control a game with fruit, play a drawing of a piano and more! For grades 3+.

BCRL Monday, March 27, 7 pm

Sphero Crash Course

Do you like robots? Drive, draw, and code our Sphero robots through an obstacle course of your making! For grades 5+.

BCRL Monday, April 3, 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.

BCRL Tue., March 21, April 4 & 18, 2 pm Tue., March 28, April 11 & 25, 7 pm MA

March 8, 22, April 5 & 19, 7 pm

Stop-Motion Animation

Join us while we experiment with different elements of stop-motion animation. Have fun shooting video, editing, recording sound and designing props in this four week program. For grades 3–6.

VMC Tuesdays, April 4–25, 4:30 pm

Design Projects

Making Jewelry with Glowforge

Custom jewelry is unique. Design and make your own with Glowforge and retrieve afterwards at your selected library branch. Registration is $5. For adults.

PBRL Wednesday, March 8, 7 pm

Cake Topper with Cricut

Have fun making a glittering cake topper with our Cricut Maker3 device. For grades 5+.

PBRL Wednesday, April 12, 6:30 pm

3D Flower

Learn how to design, customize and make a 3D printed flower using Tinkercad software and our 3D printer! For grades 3–6.

ZOOM Wednesday, April 26 6:30 pm

Make & Take

Super Shirts

Use the Cricut machine to design and make iron-on patches to customize your favourite shirt. For grades 5+. Registration is $5.

BCRL Monday, March 6, 6:30 pm

Hot Beverage Mugs

Do you love caffeine? What better way to drink it than from a personalized mug made with our Cricut mug press? For adults.

Registration is $5.

BCRL Tuesday, March 7, 6:30 pm

Cricut for Cosplay

Do you make your own cosplay? Learn how you can use VPL's Cricuts for designs made of iron-on material. There will also be an EVA foam cutting demonstration. For grades 7+.

Registration is $5.

BCRL Monday, March 20, 6:30 pm

STEAM Camp

Enjoy a full week of STEAM fun this March Break. Explore themes like coding, robotics, animation and engineering with new activities each day! For grades 2–6. $180 for full week or $40 per day.

Ansley Grove Library

March 13-17, 9 am–4 pm

Register on Eventbrite

Imagination

Imagine any place you want to travel to! Use your creativity and design fantastical places, collaborate on a big mural and other fun activities.

Monday

Destination

March 13-17 · All VPL Locations · 2 PM

Road Trip

Need some transportation for your vacation? Challenge yourself and build your own unique ride! Join us for some fun building activities at the library.

Tuesday

Staycation

There are many wonderful things to discover right outside your door! Try some fun experiments and activities that will wow you and your family!

Wednesday

Future

Have you ever wanted to travel to the future? Join us for some fun activities that will take you light years away!

Thursday

STEAM Workshops Bilingual

PJ Party

Do you love party games and pastimes? Join our Pajama Party for activities, games and more!

Friday

Optical Illusions / Illusions optiques Organic Plastic / Plastique biologique

Creative kids can practice their French while completing Wonder what plastic is made of? Practice your French while an art challenge! Create an optical illusion or Agamograph making your own organic plastic from a surprising kitchen picture in a supportive, bilingual environment. ingredient in a supportive, bilingual environment. For grades 2+. Registration is $5. For grade 2+. Registration is $8.

Durant ce défi artistique bilingue, chaque participant aura De quoi est fait le plastique? Découvre comment faire ton propre la chance de créer un dessin de type agamographe plastique biologique à l’aide d’un ingrédient très commun (une illusion optique). Pour les enfants de la 2e année et plus. durant cet atelier STEAM. Pour les enfants de la 2e année et plus. 5$ par participant. Inscription sur Eventbrite. 8$ par participant. Inscription sur Eventbrite.

BCRL Sunday, March 12, 2 pm

CCRL Friday, March 17, 11 am

Rubik's Pixel Art Workshop

Have fun learning techniques to manipulate Rubik's cubes and creating some art with artist and official Rubik's Cube Ambassador Mikael Taieb. Beginners and experts are welcome! Registration is $10.

CCRL Tuesday, March 14, 10:30 am

DC Monday, March 13, 10:30 am

PBRL Thursday, March 16, 10:30 am

BCRL’s Sensory Friendly Room will be available as a quiet space during March

Break programs

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* PBRL Tuesdays, 10 am

BCRL Tuesdays, 10 am PL Mondays, 10 am*

CCRL Wednesdays, 2 pm VMC Wednesdays, 10 am

DC Thursdays, 2 pm VV Wednesdays, 10 am

MA Thursdays, 10 am WO Thursdays, 2 pm

*No program April 10

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!

CCRL Friday, April 14, 10 am

VV Monday, March 27, 10 am

French Storytime / L’heure du conte

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, March 11 & April 8, 10 am

Hebrew Storytime /

תירבעב רופיס תעש

Join us for stories, songs and fingerplays in Hebrew and English. In partnership with the UJA Federation of Greater Toronto.

.תילגנאבו תירבעב

BCRL Wednesday, March 22, 5:30 pm

Italian Storytime / Storytime in italiano

WO Thursdays, 6:30 pm

ZOOM Wednesdays, March 22 & April 26, 10 am

Little Explorers Storytime

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

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 Mondays, 2 pm*

KL Thursdays, 10 am VV Mondays, 10 am*

MA Wednesdays, 10 am

*No programs April 7, 9, 10

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. 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。

ZOOM Wednesdays, March 1 & April 5, 10 am

Russian Storytime / Рассказы на русском языке

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.

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

CCRL Sundays, March 26 & April 23, 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.

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.

ZOOM Tuesdays, March 14 & April 11, 10 am

Please

Families & Children

Chess Club

Drop in and test your strategies, learn some new skills, or battle it out with our talented Chess in the Library student volunteers. Beginners and pros are welcome!

DC Tuesdays, 6:30 pm

MA Thursdays, 6:30 pm

VV Saturdays, 1 pm

No programs March 11–14

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.

Marita Payne Park Saturday, April 1, 10 am

Citizen Science: Space Tomatoes

In celebration of Earth Day, join us for eco-friendly activities featuring a Tomatoes from Space experiment, food waste warrior challenge, and more! For grades 1–7.

AN Saturday, April 22, 2 pm

BCRL Sunday, April 30, 2 pm

CCRL Saturday, April 22, 11 am

Family Movies

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

AN Saturdays, March 11 & April 8, 2 pm

WO Saturdays, March 18 & April 15, 1:30 pm

Hebrew Music Time

Learn and sing some new Hebrew and Israeli songs! Enjoy some musical games or play an instrument along with the music. For grades JK–1. In partnership with the UJA Federation of Greater Toronto.

BCRL Mondays, March 20 & 27, 5 pm

It's Story & Sketch Time!

Do you like books? Do you like to draw? Join us for a story and learn how to sketch a story character. Ready, set, draw! For grades JK–1.

WO Saturday, April 15, 10:30 am

Keyboarding Basics for Today

Learn proper keyboarding techniques in this 4-part workshop. For grades 3–7. Registration is $40.

MA Fridays, April 14 – May 5, 4 pm

Zachary Ying and the Dragon Emperor

by Xiran Jay Zhao

Book / eBook

Still This Love Goes On City Streets Are for People by Buffy Sainte-Marie by Andrea Curtis & Julie Flett Book Book

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.

CCRL Mondays, March 20 & April 17, 6 pm

March | All's Faire in Middle School by Victoria Jamieson

April | Big Nate Flips Out by Lincoln Peirce

DC Wednesdays, March 22 & April 19, 6:30 pm

March | Spy School by Stuart Gibbs

April | The Stonekeepers, Amulet Book 1 by Kazu Kibuishi

PBRL Thursday, March 23, 7 pm

March | Gangsta Granny by David Walliams

VV Mondays, March 6 & April 3, 7 pm

March | Restart by Gordon Korman

April | Escape from Mr. Lemoncello's Library by Chris Grabenstein

Let's Help Busy Bees!

Bees are important in our gardens and help pollinate our flowers and crops! Learn about bee biology and their role in our environment. Registration is $5. For grades 2–5.

BCRL Sunday, March 26, 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.

VMC Saturdays, March 11–April 29, 2 pm

Music & Movement

Join us for some musical fun as we sing songs, do some rhymes, and dance. We will even make a simple musical instrument! For ages 0–6 years with a caregiver.

BCRL Saturday, April 22, 10 am

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, March 25 & April 22, 2 pm

WO Saturdays, March 11 & April 22, 2 pm

Puppet Show Fun

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

MA Saturday April 15, 1:30 pm

VMC Sunday, March 19, 11 am

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, March 10 & April 14, 3:30 pm

Teddy Bear Party

Gather your family and your favourite stuffed friend and come explore our special STEAM activities. For grades JK–2. AN DC MA Saturday, March 18, 2 pm

FRENCH PROGRAMS

Fun With French / Plaisir de lire

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

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.

BCRL Thursdays, 7 pm

CCRL Wednesdays, 7 pm

PBRL Mondays, March 20–May 1, 7 pm

*No Programs March 13–16, April 10

Kids' French Book Club l Club de lecture

Every month, read something new in French and come join us to share your ideas! Activities and games will follow the discussion. For grades 2–6.

A chaque mois, lis quelque chose de nouveau en français et viens nous en parler. Activités et jeux après la discussion! Pour les enfants de la 2e à la 6e année. Inscription sur Eventbrite.

CCRL Tuesdays, March 7 & April 11, 7 pm

Let's celebrate Earth Day with some hands-on fun! See amazing animals from Reptilia, learn about the environment and find out how amazing our Earth really is.

MAPLE LIBRARY

SATURDAY, APRIL 29, 2 PM

Rhyme & Record

Write, create and record your own slam poem or song in our professional recording studio over the course of this 4-week workshop. For grades 9+.

Civic Centre Resource Library

Thursdays, April 6–27, 7 pm

Register on Eventbrite

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.

AN Saturday, March 25, 9:30 am – 5 pm

DC Sunday, April 23, 9:30 am – 5 pm

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.

PBRL Saturday, March 25 & April 22, 2 pm

PL Tuesdays, March 21 – April 25, 6 pm

Hack Your Resume

Hack your resume with tips from Next-Steps Employment Centre to land that summer job.

AN Thursday, March 23, 7 pm

DC Wednesday, March 1, 3:30 pm

PBRL Tuesday, March 28, 3 pm

Lit Teen Café

Read anything good lately? Want to share book suggestions? Drop in and chat with other teens while making your own custom fandom gear. For grades 8–12.

PBRL Thursdays, March 2 & April 6, 3:30 pm

Please pre-register at vaughanpubliclibraries.eventbrite.com

Rhyme & Record!

Write, create and record your own slam poem or song in our professional recording studio over the course of this 4-week workshop. For grades 9+.

CCRL Thursdays, April 6–27, 7 pm

Table Top for Teens

Explore the world of table top board games and card games at the library. Bring your own games or choose from our selection.

MA Mondays, March 20 & April 17, 3 pm

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 in-person or over Zoom. See VPL website for the book selections.

BCRL Thursdays, March 23 & April 20, 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 grades 6–12.

PBRL Tuesdays, March 21 & April 25, 3 pm

Toastmasters for Teens

Nervous about public speaking? Join Toastmasters for Teens and conquer those fears! Develop communication and leadership skills with the guidance of a facilitator. For grades 8–12.

PBRL Tuesdays, April 4 –May 23, 7 pm

Advance Care Planning

What is an Advance Care Plan? Having conversations with loved ones about your future care wishes is important. Dr. Julie McIntyre discusses Advance Care Planning using Speak Up resources.

ZOOM Wednesday, April 12, 7 pm

Brain Fitness

Want your brain to work smarter and faster? Join us for fun and engaging activities to boost your brain strength and flexibility.

PBRL Wednesday, April 19, 2 pm

Bullying: During COVID-19 and Beyond

Youth psychologist Dr. Grace Vitale discusses the new forms of bullying that kids and teens are experiencing and how parents can help.

ZOOM Monday, March 20, 7 pm

Chinese Social Hour / 中文社交活动

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

PL Tuesdays, March 14 & April 11, 10:30 am

Age of Vice

by Deepti Kapoor

Conversations on Social Inclusion: Autism and Neurodiversity in the Workplace

Join us for a discussion on autism and neurodiversity in the workplace and how they can be viewed as a benefit. Presented by Karen Bopp, PhD.

ZOOM Wednesday, April 26, 7 pm

Death Café: Let's Talk!

Meet others for a group-led discussion on death. Learn from each other and make the most of your time and time with loved ones.

ZOOM Tuesday, March 21, 7 pm

Geocaching 101

Ever wondered about geocaching? Learn the joys of this fun and healthy outdoor activity that can be enjoyed by the whole family.

ZOOM Thursday, March 30, 7 pm

Having Fun in the Sun - Safely

Breanna Bitondo from Southlake Health Centre discusses sun risks for all ages and how to ensure a happy outdoor season.

ZOOM Tuesday, April 18, 7 pm

用中文聊天, 谈论书籍, 国家时事, 以及在加拿大的生活。

On the Ravine

The Psychology of Money by Vincent Lam by Morgan Housel

Income Tax Return Information for Newcomers

This TCCSA presentation specifically aims to help newcomers with their questions about income tax returns. For registration, contact www.tccsa.on.ca or contact a library service desk.

ZOOM Tuesday, April 4, 7 pm

Let's Go to the Movies

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

AN Saturdays, April 1 & 29, 2 pm

DC Mondays, 1:30 pm *No program April 10

WO Mondays, March 6 & April 3, 2 pm

Make Money By Importing and Sourcing Products

Do you dream of having a small business? Learn how to start a side business importing products with step by step instructions.

ZOOM Thursday, April 6, 7 pm

Mental Wellness: Putting Yourself First

Learn the key, practical strategies to maintaining great mental health while building a positive environment at home. Presented by Dr. Bisleen Attli.

ZOOM Monday, April 3, 7 pm

Nature Talks

Nature Talks will bring together lovers of nature and advocates of environmental sustainability as we hear from gardeners, scientists and environmentalists. Attend in person or on Zoom.

WO Monday, April 3, 7pm

Organ and Tissue Donation Awareness

Celebrate National Organ Tissue Donation Week by learning how organ and tissue donation works and who it can benefit.

ZOOM Tuesday, April 25, 7 pm

Please pre-register at vaughanpubliclibraries.eventbrite.com

ESL & Newcomers

In partnership with CCSYR through Library Settlement Partnerships (LSP) in York Region. For ESL & Chinese session registration and information, please contact LSP at LSP@ccyr.org or call/text 647.212.6162. For Korean session registration, contact ykim@ccsyr.org

Chat and Learn in Korean /

These sessions will provide information in Korean about services and resources in our community for the Korean community.

March | Library and Electronic Resources for families

April | Ontario's education system

PL Fridays, March 17 & April 14, 10:30 am

ESL Café

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

DC Mondays, March 13 & April 17, 7 pm

ZOOM Tuesdays, March 14, 28, April 11 & 25 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, March 9 & April 13, 7 pm

Settlement Support Group for Chinese Speaking Newcomers

Monthly meetings to share settlement experiences, learn about community resources and services, and get to know the community.

每月以不同活动主题，利用小组互动及图书馆设施，帮 助新移民朋友了解各类服务信息，分享喜怒哀乐，维持 健康生活，融入新家园。可提供国语及粤语服务。 PL Tuesdays, March 28 & April 25, 10 am

Snow Road Station

by Elizabeth Hay

Book

FRENCH PROGRAMS FR

Let’s Go to the (French) Movies

Great French movies with English subtitles for all to enjoy. De superbes films en français avec sous-titres anglais pour le plaisir de tous.

DC Sundays, March 5 & April 2, 1:30 pm

한국어로 자유롭게 대화하며 배우기

교육과 성공적인 정착에 관해 자유롭게 질문하고 정보를 나누는 자리입니다.

Adult (cont.)

Oscars Trivia Night

Calling all movie buffs! Get ready for the Academy Awards with a night of trivia! Wear your finest as we quiz you on Oscar winners and losers. Join us in person or on Zoom.

CCRL Monday, March 6, 7 pm

Spring Seed Swap

Thinking about spring planting? Drop in and exchange seeds, connect with other gardeners, and receive gardening tips from York Region Food Network staff.

BCRL Saturday, March 25, 10 am

Start Your Seeds!

Learn the basics of seed starting including timing, containers, planting medium, watering, lighting, depth/spacing and fertilizing. Get helpful tips to successfully start your seeds at home!

BCRL Sunday, April 2, 2 pm

Please pre-register at vaughanpubliclibraries.eventbrite.com

LIBRARY SERVICES

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 By Appointment

Study Hall

Need a place to study for exams? VPL's study hall is open late for university students who want to study alone or in small groups.

Monday Thursday: 9 pm – 12 am

Friday: 6–9 pm

Saturday & Sunday: 5–9 pm

BCRL CCRL PBRL | April 11–28

Strategies for Effective Writing

Join the Writer's Room for a five-week workshop exploring strategies for effective writing. Topics include: strategies for effective organization, emphasis, sentence variety, word-choice, style & tone. Join in person or over Zoom.

CCRL Tuesdays, March 7 & 14, 7 pm

Support and Resources for Caregivers

Learn about support and resources for family caregivers from the Ontario Caregiver Organization.

ZOOM Monday, March 27, 7 pm

The Aging Well Club

This series is for adventurous older adults who want to give back to the community and interact with others. It will feature different topics and guests. Join in person or on Zoom. Monthly topics are listed on the VPL website and Eventbrite.

PBRL Monday, March 6, 7 pm

Tuesday, April 4, 7 pm

WO Thursdays, March 23 & April 20, 2 pm

Play VR with Family & Friends!

Play VR with Family & Friends! Curious about Virtual Reality? Invite your friends and join us for a guided VR session with Oculus Quest. Up to six players at a time.

PBRL Mondays, 5 pm Thursdays, 5 pm

*No program April 10th

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.

BCRL Wednesdays, 6 pm* PBRL Thursdays, 5 pm*

CCRL Wednesdays, 6 pm PL Mondays, 6 pm*

Saturdays, 10 am WO Tuesdays, 6 pm*

*No programs March 14–16 & April 10

ADULT BOOK CLUBS

Biographies & Memoirs Book Club

Walk a mile in someone else’s shoes as we read and discuss various biographies and memoirs.

Title | Nothing but the Truth by Marie Henein

PBRL* Wednesday, March 15, 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 | Easy As Pie

VMC Monday, March 27, 7 pm

Great Novels Book Club

Join us as we read and discuss novels that explore our humanity and touch our souls.

Title | The Story Hour by Thirty N. Unrigar

BCRL* Wednesday, March 29, 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.

Title | Think Like a Monk by Jay Shetty

CCRL* Tuesday, April 4, 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!

March | Seven Days in June by Tia Williams

April | Every Summer After by Carley Fortune

CCRL* Monday, March 13, 7 pm

Tuesday, April 11, 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.

March | Sea of Tranquility by Emily St. John Mandel

April | A Memory Called Empire by Arkady Martine

PBRL* Mondays, March 20 & April 17, 7 pm

Culinary Literacy Culinary Literacy

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 $7 per session.

VMC Saturday, March 18, 10 am

Monday, April 24, 7 pm

Bilingual Family Maple Taffy

Tire d’érable en famille

Parents and children can learn how to make traditional maple taffy on snow together. Registration is $5.

Parents et enfants sont les bienvenues pour apprendre à préparer de la tire d'érable sur neige. $5 par participant. Inscription sur Eventbrite.

VMC Wednesday, April 12, 7 pm

Budget Lunch Social

A weekly lunch together - on a budget! Join us for this 4-week series to learn some kitchen skills and meet new cooking friends. Registration is $15 for all 4 sessions.

VMC Thursdays, April 13–May 4, 11 am

Cake Club

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

VMC Sundays, March 19 & April 16, 1 pm

Please pre-register at vaughanpubliclibraries.eventbrite.com

Chickpea Tofu & Vegan Meat Floss

Explore the versatility of chickpeas by making “tofu” and using the pulp to make a crunchy, delicious versatile vegan “meat” floss! Families welcome. Registration is $7.

VMC Wednesday, March 29, 6:30 pm

Let’s Grow Peppers!

Grow your own peppers and learn about perfect flowers, the Scoville scale, and more!

CCRL Saturday, March 4, 2pm

Passport to Vaughan: Qingming & Qingtuan

What is the Chinese Qingming Festival, or Tomb-Sweeping Day and how is it celebrated? Join us to learn about this festival while making qingtuan (mugwort rice dumplings) together! Registration is $5.

VMC Wednesday, March 15, 6:30 pm

Sourdough: From Starter to Loaf

Join this demo on how to make a basic loaf using your sourdough starter. We’ll discuss different techniques and considerations and explore a variety of breads that you can make with your starter. Registration is $5.

VMC Wednesday, March 1, 6:30 pm

Our kitchen programs are held in the VSES Teaching Kitchen located on the third floor above VMC Library.

Discover Somewhere New FUN FACTS

Dufferin Clark Library

1441 Clark Avenue West, Thornhill

Inspired by the shape of a snowflake, the Dufferin Clark Library is a bright and spacious community space. This library is located inside the Dufferin Clark Community Centre and serves as a neighbourhood spot for families, students, and entrepreneurs. The library offers a vibrant children’s area, ample seating for study or work, exhibit spaces to showcase local artistic talent, and a meeting room that can be configured in multiple ways.

“It’s exciting to see our customers joyfully using the space for such a variety of needs - studying, socializing with friends, playing board games together, reading the newspaper, or attending a program.”

This is one of the oldest VPL libraries. Before it opened in 1988, the library was housed in the Patricia Kemp Community Centre.

Movies are played regularly on the in-house big screen. Just drop in!

The library has a dark secret beneath it…a ginormous storage basement!

— Emily Maloney, Dufferin Clark Library Manager

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Qingming & Qingtuan

What is the Chinese Qingming Festival, or Tomb-Sweeping Day and how is it celebrated? Join us to learn about this festival while making qingtuan (mugwort rice dumplings) together! Registration is $5.

VMC Library | Wednesday, March 15, 6:30 pm

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Citizen Science: SPACE TOMATOES

In celebration of Earth Day, join us for eco-friendly activities featuring a Tomatoes from Space experiment, food waste warrior challenge, and more! For grades 1–7.

See the times and locations on page 8

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CONVERSATIONS ON SOCIAL INCLUSION

Autism & Neurodiversity in the Workplace

Join us for a discussion on autism and neurodiversity in the workplace and how they can be viewed as a benefit. Presented by Karen Bopp, PhD.

ZOOM Wednesday, April 26 | 7 pm

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