Winter 2016  
The Reel Thing   
Join us for a screening and discussion of a recently-released or notable film.         


Mr. Holmes (PG)
Thursday, January 21st
6:30 pm

Max (PG)
Thursday, February 11th
6:30 pm




Thursday, March 10th
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
- Retro Family Matinee
- Intro to Ancestry
- Travelogues
- Gentle Yoga
- Moving Well
- North Durham Nature
- Tea & Books
- Book Club
- Computer Classes
- Tech Club
- Early Years Programs
- Preschool Kids
- March Break
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Art House Film Nights 
Screenings of recent and notable Foreign, Independent and Documentary films. 


Infinitely Polar Bear - Feature Film (14A)
Thursday, January 14th
6:30 pm
 
A Walk in the Woods - Feature Film (14A)
Thursday, February 4th
6:30 pm


 




He Named Me Malala - Documentary (PG)
Thursday, March 3rd
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! Retro Family Movie Sundays 
Beat the winter 'blahs' with a fun, family afternoon at the Library! Join us for a matinee showing of a classic family movie from the 80's, 90's or early 2000's on the third Sunday of each month.


Spirit: Stallion of the Cimarron (G)
Sunday, January 17th
2:00 pm
 
Fairy Tale: A True Story (G)
Sunday, February 21st
2:00 pm


 




The Amazing Panda Adventure (G)
Sunday, March 20th
2:00 pm

 
Families are welcome to bring blankets and snacks.
Tickets are $5 per family and may be purchased at the Library a week in advance of the show times.  
New! Introducing Ancestry for Family History Research
Are you interested in getting started tracing your family history? Join us for a one-hour introductory presentation on the Ancestry online database. We'll show you how to access the library's subscription to Ancestry through any computer within the library and begin searching through the thousands of world-wide records it holds. We'll demonstrate some search techniques and highlight some of the amazing features of this great resource!
 
This is a seminar-style presentation, and all participants will receive handouts to assist them in getting started with their own searches when using the library's computers to access Ancestry.

When: Friday, March 4th from 3 to 4 pm
 
This program is free of charge, but pre-registration is required. Please visit the information desk or call 905-985-7686 x101 to reserve your spot.
Travelogues
Join us for a lecture series on world travel! 
Tuesday, January 12th at 2 pm  
Explore the Greek Islands with Kyle Brough.
 
Tuesday, February 9th at 2 pm  
Explore Sri Lanka with Jon van Bilsen.

Tuesday, March 8th at 2 pm  
Explore China with Steve Brain.
 

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.
 
Yoga for Any Body 
David Maian of Maya Healing Arts will demonstrate that carefully planned yoga practices can fit into your lifestyle. In this introductory session, you will find that all yoga practices can be adapted to make them accessible for all ages, and levels of fitness and flexibility. Programs can be developed for the office, home, relaxation and even specific athletic pursuits.
Come out to enjoy an informative, engaging evening. Chairs will be provided for those that wish or need to do chair yoga.
 
WHEN: Tuesday, January 26th from 7 to 8:30pm
Please bring a yoga mat or a large towel.

This program is free of charge, but registration is required. To register, please visit the Information Desk or call 905-985-7686 x101
Moving Well with Carey Nicholson 
Discover the benefits of moving well and realizing your full movement potential, including the value of incorporating stretch, strength and breathing into your body maintenance philosophy. Carey Nicholson, of Theatre 3x60, will be offering Moving Well sessions twice weekly.
This non-aerobic class works with gravity, body weight, breath and relaxation to improve overall strength, flexibility, muscle tone, posture and alignment.

When: Mondays and Fridays, January 4th to 29th (no class on Friday, January 15th) 10:15 to 11:45 am
Participants should bring a mat and a towel/small firm pillow if possible.

This program is free of charge, but pre-registration is required. Please call us at 905-985-7686 x 101 or visit our Information Desk to register. 
North Durham Nature presents: The FLAP Program
We're pleased to continue our partnership with North Durham Nature in 2016. The first presentation of the new year will be made by Michael Mesure, Executive director of the Fatal Light Awareness Program (FLAP).
 
Since founding the Fatal Light Awareness Program (FLAP) organization in 1993, Michael Mesure has spearheaded the efforts in Canada to preserve migrating birds from injurious and fatal collisions with man-made structures.   FLAP engages a group of volunteers to rescue birds that have collided with buildings, educates the public and works with municipalities on developing bird friendly buildings. Michael will be speaking on buildings and how they are affecting migratory birds and about solutions to this issue.
 
When: Thursday, February 25th from 7 pm to 8:30 pm

This program is free of charge, but pre-registration is required. Please call us at 905-985-7686 x 101 or visit our Information Desk to register.
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 4th 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, January 28th at 7 pm
Tell
by Frances Itani
 




Thursday, February 25th at 7 pm
Dreams of Joy
by Lisa See

Thursday, March 24th at 7 pm
The Rosie Project      
by Graeme Simsion



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, January 8th
 
Intro to Android Devices 
When: 3:00 to 4:00 pm on Friday, January 15th
 
Meet Your PC 
When: 3:00 to 4:00 pm on Friday, January 22nd 
 
Introducing Windows 
When: 3:00 to 4:00 pm on Friday, January 29th
 
Intro to the World Wide Web 
When: 3:00 to 4:00 pm on Friday, February 12th

Intro to E-Mail
When: 3:00 to 4:00 pm on Friday, February 12th
 
Intro to Social Networking
When: 3:00 to 4:00 pm on Friday, February 19th
 
Intro to Skype
When: 3:00 to 4:00 pm on Friday, February 26th
 
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. 
Ontario Early Years @ the Library
We're pleased to host staff from the Ontario Early Years Centre who will be presenting a series of fun and educational programs for children aged 0-6.

Make and Take
Ages: 0-6 with parents/caregivers
Create fun early learning activities that will support your child or grandchild's development and enthusiasm to learn. This program will include inexpensive and creative activities to take home.
When: Wednesdays from 1 pm to 2:30 pm, January 6th to 27th
 
Dance with Me
Ages: 0-6 with parents/caregivers 
Join us for an interactive circle time where you and your child will have the opportunity to build skills in   coordination, rhythm, balance and flexibility.
When: Wednesdays from 1 pm to 2:30 pm,
February 3rd to 24th 

Parent/Child Mother Goose
Ages: 0-12 months with parents/caregivers 
We offer a group experience for parents and babies focusing on the pleasure and power of using rhymes, songs and stories together. This program provides a time for parents to socialize and network with each other while spending quality time bonding and increasing positive parent-child interaction and communication.
When: Wednesdays from 1pm to 2:30 pm on March 2nd to April 20th
 
All of the OEYC programs are free of charge, but pre-registration is required. Please visit the information desk or call us at 905-985-7686 x101 to register.  
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 January 7th to 28th   
Session 2: Thursdays from February 11th to March 3rd   

Session 3: Thursdays from March 24th to April 14th   

 
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: January 5th to 28th  

Session 2: February 9th to March 3rd

Session 3: March 22nd to April 14th             

 

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 Jan. 5th to 27th

Session 2: Tuesdays or Wednesdays from Feb. 9th to Mar. 2nd

Session 3: Tuesdays or Wednesdays from Mar. 22nd to Apr. 13th

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: Tuesdays, Wednesdays or Thursdays from Jan. 5th to 28th

Session 2: Tuesdays, Wednesdays or Thursdays from Feb. 9th to Mar. 3rd  Session 3: Tuesdays, Wednesdays or Thursdays from Mar. 22nd to Apr. 14th

 
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. 
March Break @ the Library
We're planning a great line up of activities for all ages during March Break, which runs from March 11th to 18th, 2016. 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 Friday, February 5th, or check our online calendar on that same date.
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