JANUARY PROGRAMS 2016
CHILDREN
MORNING STORYTIME
Fun and entertaining stories for children 1 to 4 years old with a caregiver. This program helps
build language skills and enrich the imagination.
Central
Monday, January 4, 11, 18, 25
10:00 - 11:00 am
To register call 519-255-6770, Ext. 4579.
Fontainebleau
Tuesday, January 5, 12, 19, 26
10:30 - 11:15 am
Ages 0 to 3
For information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 5000.
Sandwich
Thursday, January 7, 14, 21, 28
11:00 - 11:30 am
For information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 7700.
Riverside
Thursday, January 14, 21, 28
11:00 - 11:30 am
To register call 519-255-6770, Ext. 6620.
BABY STORYTIME
An eight-week program designed for infants 0 to 12 months with a caregiver. Enjoy sharing
rhymes, songs and stories with your child.
Riverside
Monday, January 4, 11, 18, 25
11:00 - 11:30 am
Fontainebleau
Tuesday, January 5, 12, 19, 26
10:00 - 10:30 am
To register call 519-255-6770, Ext. 5000.
Remington Park
Thursday, December
2:00 - 2:30 pm
For information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 5500.
BABY SIGNS STORYTIME
Central
Tuesday, January 5, 12, 19, 26
10:00 - 10:45 am
Enjoy the benefits of learning baby sign language, sharing rhymes, songs and stories with your
child to encourage bonding and to promote early speech and language development. Ages 0 to
12 months with a caregiver. For information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 4402.
GAME DAY
Forest Glade
Saturday, January 2
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Don’t be bored, instead play board games! Join us at the library to play a number of family
friendly board games. Ages 4 and up. For more information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 5400.
NEW YEARS BANNER
Bridgeview
Saturday, January 2
2:00 - 3:00 pm
Come in to the library to make a personalized flag banner to celebrate the New Year! All ages
welcome, under 10 with a caregiver. For information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 2200.
GAME ON
Sandwich
Tuesday, January 5, 12, 19, 26
3:00 - 5:00 pm
Relax in the library with a board game or try our new PS3! Drop-ins welcome. Ages 6 and up.
For information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 7700.
JUMPING JANUARY
Central
Tuesday, January 5, 12, 19, 26
5:00 - 7:00 pm
Join us every Tuesday evening as we read terrific books then do amazing physical activities
after. So if you love scavenger hunts and playing in the library this program is for you. Ages 4 to
12. To register call 519-255-6770, Ext. 4579.
SUPER MARIO MADNESS
Remington Park
Tuesday, January 5
6:00 - 7:30 pm
If you’re a Super Mario fan, this is for you! Join us as we hunt for Yoshi eggs, stomp the
Goombas, pin the mustache on Mario and take part in other super activities. Ages 6 to 10. For
information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 5500.
ICE SCIENCE
Bridgeview
Thursday, January 7
3:00 - 4:00 pm
Come in to the library to make your very own icicles with science (no freezing necessary)! All
ages welcome, under 10 with a caregiver. For information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 2200.
DO YOU WANT TO BUILD A SNOWMAN
Remington Park
Thursday, January 7
6:00 - 7:30 pm
Frozen fans will delight in these Olaf themed crafts, including a “snowball shooter”! Ages 3 to
12. For information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 5500.
BOOKS TO MOVIES ACTIVITIES
Central
Saturday, January 9
2:00 - 3:00 pm
Star Wars, Alvin and the Chipmunks, Frozen, My Neighbour Totoro, Spiderman, if you love
these stories join us for an afternoon of activities related to these books and movies. For
information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 4579.
STRAW FLUTES
Bridgeview
Saturday, January 9
2:00 - 3:00 pm
Come into the library to make a working flute out of straws! All ages welcome, under 10 with a
caregiver. For information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 2200.
STICK SNOWMEN
Forest Glade
Saturday, January 9, 16
10:30 - 11:30 am
Too cold outside? Stay warm while you create a snowman that won’t melt! For all ages.
To register call 519-255-6770, Ext. 5400
SNOW FLAKE BLIZZARD
Remington Park
Saturday, January 9
2:00 - 3:30 pm
Snowflake-inspired crafts. Ages 3 to 12. For information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 5500.
HOMEWORK HELP FOR CHILDREN
Central
Saturday, January 9, 23
2:00 - 4:00 pm
Teen volunteers under staff supervision will be available to help children in grade school with
reading, math and other homework. To register call 519-255-6770, Ext. 4579.
CHILDREN’S CHESS, DUPLO LEGO & LEGO MINDSTORM CLUB
Central
Saturday, January 9, 23
2:00 - 4:00 pm
Children and teens meet to learn to play chess and other board games. We have a chess
tournament 3 times a year, during March Break and twice in the summer. Ages 4 to 12. To
register call 519-255-6770, Ext. 4579.
STEAM CLUB
Seminole
Monday, January 11
6:30 - 7:30 pm
Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, Math. Come to the library to be innovative and build,
create, invent and challenge your mind! For information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 8800.
TOOTHPICK THURSDAY
Remington Park
Thursday, January 14
6:00 - 7:30 pm
Try your hand at toothpick painting. It’s fun, easy and colourful! Ages 6 to 10. For information
call 519-255-6770, Ext. 5500.
MAKE A PET ROCK
Forest Glade
Saturday, January 16
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Children are invited to the library to make a pet rock. This is a drop in program. For information
call 519-255-6770, Ext. 5400.
PIPE CLEANER PALS
Bridgeview
Saturday, January 16
2:00 - 3:00 pm
Come to the library to make awesome animals out of pipe cleaners. All ages welcome, under 10
with a caregiver. For information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 2200.
SCOOBY SATURDAYS
Remington Park
Saturday, January 16
2:00 - 4:00 pm
Scooby Dooby Doo, where are you? Scooby Doo has gone missing! Come on out and help us
track him down and take part in much more Scooby fun! Ages 6 to 10. For information call 519255-6770, Ext. 5500.
PAINT PARTY
Seminole
Saturday, January 16
2:30 - 3:30 pm
Fluff paint, salt paint, glue paint and more! Drop in to this painting party to create a colourful
masterpiece. For more information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 8800.
BOOK TO ART CLUB
Central
Saturday, January 16, 30
3:00 - 4:00 pm
Drop in on any date listed and join us for this all ages program. We will read a different book
each meeting and create a piece of art based on its story. Children under five with a caregiver.
For more information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 4579.
PLAYDOUGH PIE DAY
Forest Glade
Saturday, January 16, 23
10:30 - 11:30 am
Celebrate National Pie Day by making your own playdough pie. For school-age children with a
caregiver. To register call 519-255-6770, Ext 5400
WINNIE THE POOH PARTY
Riverside
Monday, January 18
3:30 - 4:30 pm
January 18th is Winnie the Pooh day. Come and help us celebrate all things Winnie the Pooh,
as we read, play games and make crafts. Ages 3 and up. For information call 519-255-6770,
Ext. 6620.
IT’S NATIONAL POPCORN DAY
Remington Park
Tuesday, January 19
6:00 - 7:30 pm
It’s National Popcorn Day! Join us for a variety of corny activities, from science to art and learn
all about this yummy snack. Let’s get poppin’! Ages 6 to 10. To register call 519-255-6770, Ext.
5500.
STICKVILLE
Bridgeview
Thursday, January 21
3:00 - 4:00 pm
Using popsicle sticks, we’re making different parts of a village! Come in and design your own
house, store or farm. All ages welcome, under 10 with a caregiver. For information call 519-2556770, Ext. 2200.
SATURDAY CRAFTERNOONS
Fontainebleau
Saturday, January 23
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Join us at the library to have some fun and make a craft. All ages are welcome with a caregiver.
For information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 5000.
SELFIE ART
Bridgeview
Saturday, January 23
2:00 - 3:00 pm
Bring in a picture of yourself and turn it into a one-of-a-kind piece of art. All ages welcome,
under 10 with a caregiver. For more information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 2200.
FAMILY LITERACY EVENT
Central
Family Literacy Day is January 27. Join us as we share the joys of reading, writing and music
and more. All are welcome.
Saturday, January 23
2:00 - 4:00 pm
Tuesday, January 26
5:00 - 6:45 pm
Wednesday, January 27
5:30 - 7:30 pm
For information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 4579.
BUILD ELSA’S ICE PALACE
Remington Park
Tuesday, January 26
6:00 - 7:30 pm
Are you a fan of Disney’s Frozen? If you are, join us and build your very own version of Elsa’s
Ice Palace. You won’t be able to let it go. Ages 6 to 10. For information call 519-255-6770, Ext.
5500.
ICY MAGIC
Remington Park
Thursday, January 28
6:00 - 7:00 pm
Icy powers swirl as we explore the properties of ice through science experiments and artwork.
Ages 3 to 12. For information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 5500.
NATIONAL PUZZLE DAY
Forest Glade
Friday, January 29
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Happy National Puzzle Day! Celebrate this day at the library by playing with a number and fun
challenging puzzles. Ages 4 and up. For information call m519-255-6770, Ext. 5400.
SNOWMAN WONDERLAND
Riverside
Saturday, January 30
10:30 - 11:30 am
Join us for some Snowman stories, craft, cookies and hot chocolate. Ages 3 to 12. For
information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 6620.
WOOL DOODLES
Bridgeview
Saturday, January 30
2:00 - 3:00 pm
Come into the library to make beautiful art. All ages welcome, under 10 with a caregiver. For
information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 2200.
MONSTER BLOW PAINTING
Remington Park
Saturday, January 30
2:00 - 4:00 pm
Browse our monstrous book collection. Recreate your favourite monster with this fun new straw
painting technique. Ages 6 to 10. For information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 5500.
‘TWEEN & TEENS
COMIC COLLAGE CREATION Part 1
Central
Thursday, January 7
4:30 - 6:00 pm
Ever wanted to create your own comic but you didn't feel like you were a very good artist or
writer? You'll take well loved Manga/comics and use them to create your own. Whether it's
Manga, superhero or Indie there will be a style you will like and supplies are provided to help
you create your comic collage. Ages 12 to 17. For information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 4579.
WISH BRACELETS
Remington Park
Tuesday, January 12
6:00 - 7:30 pm
Wish hard as you create a special bracelet! Eventually it will all fall apart and your wish will
come true! Ages 6 to 14. To register call 510-255-6770, Ext. 5500.
TEEN ADVISORY GROUP
Budimir
Wednesday, January 13
6:30 - 7:30 pm
Join our Teen Advisory Group. We’re looking for teens, ages 13 to 17 to share ideas and
activities each month and to write to our teen blog. Every other month is book club month. To
register call 519-255-6770, Ext. 3320.
SEM LEGO LEAGUE
Seminole
Wednesday, January 20
6:30 - 7:30 pm
Come out to the Sem Lego League, as we play, build, construct and craft. Ages 6 to 12. For
information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 8800.
TRUTH CARDS
Remington Park
Saturday, January 23
10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Art is a universal language and with this in mind we will design “Truth Cards” that offer
messages of hope and welcome to Syrian refugees in the community. Make something with a
variety of collage materials. Ages 8 to 15. For information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 5500.
TEEN POETRY MASH UP
Central
Thursday, January 28
4:30 - 6:00 pm
Using a variety of poetic styles Teens will write poems using words randomly chosen from
a bowl of verb, nouns and adjectives creating their own modern poetry. Registration Required
Ages 14 to 19. For information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 4579.
SCIENCE AND TECH CLUB
Forest Glade
Saturday, January 30
2:30 - 3:30 pm
Explore the world of science and technology while participating in fun activities as part of the
library’s Science and Tech Club. During this meeting we will show members how to use a
Makey Makey to program with everyday objects like food and toys. Ages 8 to 12. To register call
519-255-6770, Ext. 5400.
ADULTS
ADULT LITERACY PROGRAM
All Branches
Do you need to upgrade your reading, writing, or math skills? We can help! We offer small
group classes or one-on-one tutoring for adults who want to improve their literacy skills. We also
offer deaf literacy classes. For information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 4460.
ADULT SENSORY
READING CIRCLE
Riverside
Tuesday, January 5, 12, 19, 26
10:30 - 11:30 am
Join us for a fun sensory storytime for adults with special needs. Our storytime will include
stories, songs, movement and art. For adults with special needs and a support person.
For information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 6600.
STAYING BETWEEN THE LINES:
ADULT COLOURING
Join us to pass some winter hours colouring cool pictures while relaxing and chatting over tea
and cookies.
Riverside
Thursday, January 7, 14, 21, 28
10:30 - 11:30 am
For information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 6620.
Budimir
Wednesday, January 20
7:00 - 8:00 pm
For information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 3320.
Sandwich
Monday, January 25
2:00 - 3:00 pm
For information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 7700.
APP CAFÉ
Budimir
Wednesday, January 7
2:00 - 4:00 pm
Drop into the library for a rundown on how to set up your mobile device or tablet to access free
eBooks, audiobooks, music, movies, tv shows, magazines and language learning tools using
Apps available to library cardholders. To register call 519-255-6770, Ext. 4424.
APPS FOR SENIORS
Riverside
Wednesday, January 13, 20, 27
2:00 - 4:00 pm
A workshop series for Seniors who would like to learn more about Apps, Social Media and
Mobile Technologies. Whether you’re just starting out or an experienced user, join us to connect
with peers in an informal and relaxed learning session. All four sessions are different and you
are welcome to attend any/all of them. To register call 519-255-6770, Ext. 4424.
ADULT GRAPHIC NOVEL BOOK CLUB
Forest Glade
Wednesday, January 13
6:30 - 7:30 pm
Want to read some of the best graphic novels and engage in a lively discussion with other comic
book enthusiasts? Join the Adult Graphic Novel Book Club! This session will take place at
Rogue’s Gallery Comics 327 Chatham St. W. Anyone 18 and up is welcome. To register call
519-255-6770, Ext. 5400.
NATIONAL FILM BOARD CLUB
Central
Monday, January 18
2:30 - 4:00 pm
A winter matinee program of animated short films and documentaries from the collection of the
National Film Board of Canada. This month includes a short stop cautionary tale, entitled, “ALL
the Rage”, and a longer documentary, “The Wanted 18", that brings to life one of the strangest
chapters in the history of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Screenings will take place in the Teen
Zone. For more information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 4434.
FOREST GLADE BOOK CLUB
Forest Glade
Tuesday, January 19
7:30 - 8:30 pm
A lively and informal discussion of contemporary works and renowned books from past years.
To register call 519-255-6770, Ext. 5400.
REMINGTON READS BOOK CLUB
Remington Park
Thursday, January 21
6:00 - 7:00 pm
Join us for our monthly book discussion. This month’s title is “Mister Pip” by Lloyd Jones. Visit
the library to pick up your copy! To register call 519-255-6770, Ext. 5500.
SELF PUBLISHING LAB
At Central Library
WPL WRITERS’ GROUP
Tuesday, January 12
7:00 pm
Join our informal discussion group where we talk about all things writing and publishing. All
welcome.
SELF PUBLISHING LAB TOUR
Saturday, January 16
2:00 - 5:00 pm
Tour our new Self-Publishing space and watch a 3D printer in action!
For information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 4603.