Spring 2013   
The Reel Thing   
Join us for a screening and discussion of a recently-released or notable film.         


Argo
Thursday, April 11th
6:30 pm (14A)







Hitchcock
Thursday, May 9th
6:30 pm (PG)







Quartet
Thursday, June 13th
6:30 pm (PG)  







Tickets for all films are $2 each and may be purchased at the Library up to a week in advance of the show times.  Seating is limited, so purchase tickets early! 
In This Issue
- Film Nights
- Gardening
- Tea & Books
- Book Club
- Hiking Trails
- Knitting Classes
- Science of Dyslexia
- Preschool Kids
- Computer Classes
- Summer Reading Club
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Start Planning Your Perfect Garden 

 

 Join us for a presentation by the Durham Master Gardeners, the Durham Region Chapter of Master Gardeners of Ontario, and get started planning your perfect garden! This presentation will include a wide variety of information, including site conditions, planning your garden space, selecting plants and much more! All attendees will receive handouts to take home and presenters will answer your gardening questions.

When: Thursday, May 2nd at 7pm

Tickets for this event are $2 each and can be purchased at the circulation desk.
Join us for Tea & Books 
Kent Farndale Gallery logo Drop by the Library for an afternoon of tea & treats and discover some great new reads!  Come and discover a new author or find out more about the titles creating a buzz in in the book biz.  Join us for 'Tea & Books' where Library staff will discuss their latest fiction and non-fiction picks, as well as some of  their all time favourites.
Thursday, April 54th & Thursday, June 6th
from 2 to 4 pm
Join the Discussion at our Book Club
We have some great new selections for the Fall! Registration is not required & anyone who has read the selected title is welcome to participate!  



Thursday, April 25th at 7 pm
The Art of Racing in the Rain
by Garth Stein



 




Thursday, May 23rd at 7 pm
Cutting for Stone
by Abraham Verghese








Thursday, June 27th at 7 pm
 419 
by Will Ferguson





Extra copies of book club titles are available for pick up at the Information Desk.
Go Green!  Bring a reusable mug to the meeting to enjoy your coffee or tea.
Get Out on the Trails This Spring

 

Come and join us for an evening presentation about the Oak Ridges Moraine Trail that extends over 300 km across the Oak Ridges Moraine. ORTA President and Regional Director, Brian Millage, will be talking about this popular trail, the gorgeous sights along its path and the volunteers who keep it accessible for the thousands of hikers who enjoy it each year. Join us to hear more about this wonderful natural resource that is so close to our doorstep.

When: Tuesday, April 16th at 7pm
Please pre-register by calling the information Desk at 905-985-7686 ex. 101.
Spring Knitting Classes

 

Learn to knit - or polish up your skills with a new technique! Carol McGavin, owner of Never Enough Wool in Port Perry, will be teaching a 6-week course with instruction for beginners and beyond. Our beginner project will be a felted bag, perfect for carrying your books home from the library! The final day of classes will be June 9th, Worldwide Knit in Public Day, and Carol will host a potluck celebration following the class.

When: Sundays from 1:30 to 3:30 pm
April 28th, May 5th, May 12th, May 26th, June 2nd & June 9th
Cost is $10 for all 6 classes, not including materials. Please pre-register at the library or by calling the information Desk at 905-985-7686 ex. 101.
The Science of Dyslexia: Free Information Session

 

Retired Special Education Teacher and owner of Online Reading Tutor, Bob Almack will share his presentation "The Science of Dyslexia". Mr. Almack will discuss what new brain science reveals about the reading brain. Science has looked into otherwise gifted brains and has developed exercises that re-wire the reading centres in the brains of struggling readers.
Mr. Almack will also briefly discuss the phonemic, phonological and decoding exercises that wire the reading centres in the left side of the brain. The myths and misconceptions of reading disabilities will also be covered.
Finally, participants will view short video clips of former students (all of whom had a recognized learning disability) sharing the joy of being taught to read.

When: Tuesday, April 30th at 7pm
Please pre-register at the library or by calling the information Desk at 905-985-7686 ex. 101.
Our Early Literacy Programs
Kent Farndale Gallery logoBabytime 
Bring your little one for songs, stories and movement activities in this gentle half-hour program.  For newborn to 12 months. 
Thursdays morning 11:15 to 11:45 am

Session 1: Thursdays from March 21st to April 11th

Session 2: Thursdays from April 25th to May 16th              

Session 3: Thursdays from May 30th to June 20th


Parent 'n' Tot  
Bring your little one for songs, stories and movement activities in this fast-paced, fun-filled half-hour program.  For 1 to 3 years old.
Tuesday & Wednesday mornings 11:15 to 11:45 am

Session 1: Tuesdays or Wednesdays from Mar 19th to April 10th

Session 2: Tuesdays or Wednesdays from April 23rd to May 15th            

Session 3: Tuesdays or Wednesdays from May 28th to June 19th

 

 

   Preschool Storytime          
Children ages 3 to 5 will enjoy a 45 minute session  featuring exciting and educational literacy activities. Join us for stories, songs and take-home crafts.
Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday mornings 10:30 to 11:15 am 

Session 1: Tuesdays, Wednesdays or Thursdays from Mar 19 to Apr 11

Session 2: Tuesdays, Wednesdays or Thursdays from Apr 23 to May 16

Session 3: Tuesdays, Wednesdays or Thursdays from May 28 to June 20

 

Tech for Tots
This unique program for 3 to 5 year olds teaches the basics of computer skills through child-friendly, educational web-sites.  
Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday mornings 10:00 to 10:30 am  


Session 1: Tuesdays, Wednesdays or Thursdays from Mar 19 to Apr 11

Session 2: Tuesdays, Wednesdays or Thursdays from Apr 23 to May 16  Session 3: Tuesdays, Wednesdays or Thursdays from May 28 to June 20        

Call 905-985-7686 ex. 101 or visit the Library to register.  All programs are free with the exception of Tech for Tots which costs $10 for each 4 week session. 
Computer Classes

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Getting Comfortable with the Mouse

When: 3:00 to 4:00 pm on Friday, April 12th

  

Windows Basics 

When: 3:00 to 4:00 pm on Friday, April 19th
 

World Wide Web for Beginners

When: 3:00 to 4:00 pm on Friday, April 26th  

    

Email for Beginners

When: 3:00 to 4:00 pm on Friday, May 3rd

 

Online Safety & Security

When: 3:00 to 4:00 pm on Friday, May 10th

   

Introducing Facebook Seminar

When: 3:00 to 4:00 pm on Friday, May 17th 

 

Introducing Skype Seminar

When: 3:00 to 4:00 pm on Friday, May 24th 


E-books & Library E-Lending Seminar (for E-Readers) 

When: 2:00 to 3:00 pm on Saturday, May 18th 

 

E-books & Library E-Lending Seminar (for Tablets & Smartphones)

When: 2:00 to 3:00 pm on Saturday, May 25th  


Class size is limited so please register in advance by visiting or calling the Library at 905-985-7686 ext. 101.
Summer Reading Club 2013

Get ready for another summer of fun with the TD Summer Reading Club! 

Summer Reading Club is easy to participate in. Just sign up, read for the fun of it, talk to us about the books you are reading and enter to win some great prizes! You'll get a copy of the great "GO!" poster when you sign up and you can collect stickers all summer long by visiting the library!

 

Frequently Asked Questions 

 

How do I join the Summer Reading Club?

Summer Reading Club Registration starts on June 28th, but you can sign up anytime after that as well. Just visit us here at the Library to register and get your free poster and booklet.

 

How much does the Summer Reading Club cost?

The Summer Reading Club is absolutely free, thanks to financial support from the TD bank!

 

When does the Summer Reading Club take place?

You can participate any time the library is open. Just bring your books to the reporting station and tell us about what you've been reading.   You can earn stickers for your poster and enter to win some great prizes! We'll also be offering weekly meetings and Summer Reading Club programs throughout July and August. Check out the Library's website or the Summer newsletter (available mid-June) for dates and times!

 

If someone can't read yet, can they still join?

Yes! Preschoolers are welcome to join in the fun. Good listening counts and helps to develop literacy skills. Pre-readers can go to the reporting station to tell us about stories that have been read to them or they can earn stickers by participating in the preschool storytime programs that we'll be offering at the Library this summer. Check out our July/August newsletter for the summer story-time schedule.
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