Spring 2016

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


The 33 (PG)
Thursday, April 14th
6:30 pm

Brooklyn (PG)
Thursday, May 12th
6:30 pm





Thursday, June 9th
6:30 pm
 


  

Tickets for all films are $2 each and may be purchased at the Library a week in advance of the show times.  Seating is limited, so purchase tickets early! 
In This Issue
- The Reel Thing
- Art Film Nights
- Paws for Stories
- Nutrition Seminars
- Travelogues
- North Durham Nature
- Tea & Books
- Book Club
- Computer Classes
- Tech Club
- Preschool Kids
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Art House Film Nights 
Screenings of recent and notable Foreign, Independent and Documentary films. 


Spotlight - Feature Film (14A)
Thursday, April 7th
6:30 pm
 
Room - Feature Film (14A)
Thursday, May 5th
6:30 pm
 




Joy - Feature Film (PG)
Thursday, June 2nd
6:30 pm
 
Tickets for all films are $2 each and may be purchased at the Library a week in advance of the show times.  Seating is limited, so purchase tickets early! 
NEW! Paws for Stories 
What's more fun than reading a great book? Reading a great book to a Great Dane!

Join SJA Therapy Dog Bella for Scugog Memorial Public Library's newest program: Paws for Stories.
Kids in Kindergarten to grade 6 can register for a 4 week session to read to Bella on Saturday mornings at the Library.

When: April 9th, 16th, 23rd and 30th  
Please call 905-985-7686 x101 to register.
Every participant gets a 15 minute time slot to read to Bella and readers must commit to attending all four sessions.  
New! Nutrition Seminars with Sherri Doak, RHN
Cleansing: Spring Cleaning from the Inside Out
Spring is here and it's the perfect time to clean "House". Your body works hard day in and day out, yet when it "complains" and we experience symptoms, we are often taken by surprise. Learn why it's important to clean up from the inside out and some simple steps you can start right away to promote health.
When: Monday, April 18, 2-3pm or Tuesday, April 26th , 7-8pm

Do You Have the Guts to be Healthy? 
There is so much new information being discovered today that is shedding light on the importance of our gut flora or "microbiome" and the immune system. Learn how the bacteria in our gut can be nourished and supported to create optimal health. 
When: Monday, May 16, 2-3pm or Tuesday, May 24, 7-8pm
 
Pro-Aging: Turn back the clock and discover a vibrant you! 
Where did the time go?? Time marches on and our bodies start to show signs of wear and tear. Discover what happens when we age and how nutrition effects the expression of our genes. Look and fell vibrant and invigorated as you move forward in your life.                                                          
When: Monday, June 13, 2-3pm or Tuesday, June 21, 7-8pm

All of these Seminars are free of charge, but registration is required. Please visit the Information Desk or call 905-985-7686 x101 to register.
Sherri Doak is a graduate of the Canadian School of Natural Nutrition (Registered Holistic Nutritionist, RHN) and holds a BA in Psychology. Sherri worked at Nature's Emporium in Newmarket for five years where she educated customers through store tours, seminars and cooking classes. She enjoys working with clients to develop a focus on whole food nutrition and food preparation which is essential for success when adopting a natural diet. 
Travelogues
Join us for a lecture series on world travel! 
Tuesday, April 12th at 2 pm  
Explore Dubai with Jon van Bilsen.
 
Tuesday, May 10th at 2 pm  
The Hawaiian Islands with Steve Brain.

Tuesday, June 14th at 2 pm  
Explore the Balkans with Jon van Bilsen
 
Travel programs are free, but we ask that you pre-register by calling the Library at 905-985-7686 extension 101 or simply visit the Information Desk.  
 
Interested in presenting your own travelogue?  Contact Sarah White, Public Service Coordinator at extension 103 or by email at swhite@scugoglibrary.ca.  
North Durham Nature presents: Rouge River, Canada's First Urban National Park
"Rouge R iver, Canada's First Urban National Park" will be presented by Mike Bender of Toronto Region Conservation Authority and Richard Scott of Parks Canada . The Rouge River forms a great valley on the east and northeast side of Toronto, that has remained remarkably wild given its location. It was protected and managed by the TRCA until recently, but has been transferred to Parks Canada and will become an Urban National Park, a different concept of park.   Get insights into some of the unique features of the Rouge Valley and how this new park will be managed.
 
When: Thursday, April 28th at 7 pm
Please register by visiting the Information Desk or calling 905-985-7686 x101
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 7th and June 2nd from 2 to 4 pm
Join the Discussion at our Book Club
The SMPL Evening Book Club meets on the 4th Thursday of the month.  



Thursday, April 28th at 7 pm
The Paris Wife
by Paula McLain
 




Thursday, May 26th at 7 pm
The Hundred Foot Journey
by Richard C. Morais

Thursday, June 23rd at 7 pm
Z- A Novel of Zelda Fitzgerald       
by Therese Anne Fowler



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.
Computer Classes

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Intro to iPad
When: 3:00 to 4:00 pm on Friday, April 22nd 
 
Intro to Android Devices 
When: 3:00 to 4:00 pm on Friday, April 29th 
 
Meet Your PC 
When: 3:00 to 4:00 pm on Friday, May 6th 
 
Introducing Windows 
When: 3:00 to 4:00 pm on Friday, May 13th 
 
Intro to the World Wide Web 
When: 3:00 to 4:00 pm on Friday, May 20th
Intro to E-Mail
When: 3:00 to 4:00 pm on Friday, May 27th 
 
Intro to Social Networking
When: 3:00 to 4:00 pm on Friday, June 3rd 
 
Intro to Skype
When: 3:00 to 4:00 pm on Friday, June 10th

Intro to Ancestry: Library Edition 
When: 3:00 to 4:00 pm on Friday, June 17th 
 
Class size is limited so please register in advance by visiting or calling the Library at 905-985-7686 ext. 101.
Zoomer Tech Club

Come in on Saturdays from 2-4 to talk about technology and get encouragement from your peers.  Sit down with your iPad, tablet or laptop and share tricks and tips that you have learned.  For one hour we will have a library staff member sit in with you to help troubleshoot computer problems. 

When: Every Saturday from 2pm-4pm

This is a drop-in program and pre-registration is not required. 
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.
Time: 11:20 to 11:50 am
Session 1: Thursdays from March 25th to April 14th  
Session 2: Thursdays from April 29th to May 19th
Session 3: Thursdays from June 2nd to June 23rd
 
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.
Time: 11:20 to 11:50am on Tuesdays or Wednesdays, OR 10:30 to 11am on Thursdays
Session 1: March 22nd to April 14th 
Session 2: April 26th to May 19th
Session 3: May 31st to June 23rd            
 
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.
Time -10:30 to 11:15 am 
Session 1: Tuesdays or Wednesdays from March 22nd to April 13th
Session 2: Tuesdays or Wednesdays from April 26th to May 18th
Session 3: Tuesdays or Wednesdays from May 31st to June 22nd

Tech for Tots
This unique program for 3 to 5 year olds teaches the basics of computer skills through child-friendly, educational web-sites.  
Time: 10:00 to 10:25 am 


Session 1: Tues, Wed or Thurs from March 22nd to April 14th
Session 2: Tues, Wed or Thurs from April 26th to May 19th  
Session 3: Tues, Wed or Thurs from May 31st to June 23rd
 
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. 
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