January / February / March 2014
The Reel Thing   
Join us for a screening and discussion of a recently-released or notable film.         


The Way Way Back 
Thursday, January 9th
6:30 pm (PG)









The Butler
Thursday, February 13th
6:30 pm (14A)









Blue Jasmine
Thursday, March 13th at 6:30 pm (14A)  







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
- Reel Thing Film Nights
- Art House Film Nights
- Tea & Books
- Book Club
- Travelogues
- Zoomer Tech Club
- March Break
- MUsic & Movement
- Preschool Kids
- Computer Classes
- Ebooks & E-Lending
- Art Gallery
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NEW! Art House Film Nights   
Screenings of recent Foreign, Independent, and Documentary films at the Library.


The Stories We Tell (Documentary) 
Thursday, January 2nd
6:30 pm (PG)








Still Mine
Thursday, February 6th
6:30 pm (PG)








Searching for Sugar Man (Documentary)
Thursday, March 6th at 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! 
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, February 6th from 2 to 4 pm
Join the Discussion at our Book Club
We have some great new selections for 2014! Registration is not required & anyone who has read the selected title is welcome to participate!  




Thursday, January 23rd at 7 pm
The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks by Rebecca Skloot

 






Thursday, February 27th at 7 pm
State of Wonder by Ann Patchett







 Thursday, March 27th at 7 pm
Special 'Pass the Book' discussion. Winning title to be announced January 27th!




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.
New! Travelogues
Join us the first Tuesday of each month for a lecture series on world travel!
Tuesday, February  4th at 2 pm - Jonathan van Bilsen
Travel the world with Jonathan van Bilsen, right here at the library. Photographer and world traveller Jonathan van Bilsen, has visited 88 countries and has written and photographed many different aspects of their culture, geography and beautiful sights. He has published 9 books and writes columns for Focus Magazine and CAPS Newspapers.
We begin our travelogue lecture series with Jonathan giving us an amusing overview of several of the most interesting locales he has visited. Through beautiful photographs, humourous anecdotes and real life adventures, we will be whisked away around the world from Alaska to Cambodia, from India to New Zealand.  

Tuesday, March 4th at 2 pm - Judy Bodner
Join Judy Bodner as she shares her exciting travel experiences in her presentation on "Hostelling as a Zoomer in the Southern Hemisphere".  

Both 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
NEW! 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 in March from 2pm-4pm

This is a drop-in program and pre-registration is not required.
March Break @ the Library

We're planning a great line up of activities for all ages during March Break, which runs from March 10th to 14th. We'll be bringing back some of our favourite March Break programs from the past few years and adding some new options as well.

 

Watch for our March Break flyer in the library on Monday, February 3rd, or check our online calendar at www.scugoglibrary.ca on that same date.  

NEW! Early Years Music & Movement
Ontario Early Years presents music & movement for ages 0-6! 
We're proud to be hosting this great new 5 week program for children aged 0-6 and their parents or caregivers.  This hour long program of songs, games and movement, presented by a staff member from the Ontario Early Years Center,  will provide a fun, music-based activity for little ones.  Shake, rattle and roll away the winter blahs!

When: Monday afternoons from 1:30 pm to 2:30 pm, from January 13th to February 10th

This is a free program, but registration is required.  Please register at the information desk or call 905-985-7686 x 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 11:20 to 11:50 am

Session 1: January 9th to 30th
Session 2: February 13th to March 6th

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 11:20 to 11:50 am
Session 1: January 7th to 29th
Session 2: February 11th to March 5th

  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: January 7th to 30th
Session 2: February 11th to March 6th   

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 10:25 am
Session 1:January 7th to 30th
Session 2: February 11th to March 6th        

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

Audiobook BannerGetting Comfortable with the Mouse

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

 

Windows Basics

When: 3:00 to 4:00 pm on Friday, February 7th

 

 

World Wide Web for Beginners

When: 3:00 to 4:00 pm on Friday, February 14th

 

Email for Beginners

When: 3:00 to 4:00 pm on Friday, February 21st

 

Online Safety & Security

When: 3:00 to 4:00 pm on Friday, February 28th

 

Introducing Skype

When: 3:00 to 4:00 pm on Friday, March 7th 

 

Introducing Facebook

When: 3:00 to 4:00 pm on Friday, March 21st

 

Intro to iPad

When: 3:00 to 4:00pm on Friday, March 28th 

 

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

Ebook & E-reader Seminars

Audiobook Banner Ebooks for iPads, Tablets & Phones 

Learn how to use the Library's OverDrive service to download ebooks and audiobooks to your smartphone, tablet, wireless e-reader, or other wireless device.  

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

 

Ebooks for E-Readers

We'll show you how to download and transfer ebooks from the Library's OverDrive service to your computer and your supported e-reader. We will also cover setting up and using Adobe Digital Editions software.  

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

  

These sessions are free, but pre-registration is required. Simply visit the Information Desk or call 905-985-7686 ext. 101 and let us know what type of device you have.

In the Kent Farndale Art Gallery

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The Kent Farndale Gallery focuses on exhibiting the works of emerging and established artists and craftspeople in many media. Throughout the years, it has showcased the talents of both local and international artists.

 

Dec 7th - Jan 2nd 

Speckled Landscapes - Albert Mueller 


Jan 4th - 30th 

The Parisian - Adriyanna Zimmermann 


Feb 1st - Feb 27th 

Bullets to Butterflies - Saba Syed, Unaiza Karim & Huma Durrani 


Mar 1st - Apr 3rd

Rugged Serenity - David Hayes & John Vandenberg 
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