The Blue Mountains Cultural Map launches July 2 The Craigleith Heritage Depot in partnership with the Town of The Blue Mountains, is set to launch its exciting new Cultural Map July 2nd! This interactive online map promises to be a treasure trove for both residents and visitors, serving as a virtual gateway to the rich tapestry of the region's history, heritage, and natural beauty. Visit the Cultural Map | | What you need to know about the Blue Mountains Arts & Crafts Walk on July 6 Saturday, July 6, 10am-4pm (Clarksburg & Thornbury) How long is the Arts & Crafts Walk route?
The route is roughly 2.2 km, spanning from The Clark Gallery in Clarksburg to Little Beaver Park in Thornbury. Where should I start my Walk?
You can start anywhere! For the full experience, we encourage you to start your adventure in either downtown Thornbury or downtown Clarksburg and stroll your way to the opposite village. The downtowns have participating locations for you to explore, places to pick up a map, and more. Where are Arts & Crafts Walk participants located?
Participants are located all along Bruce Street and Marsh Street, which form a single route from Thornbury to Clarksburg. Participants include individual shops, restaurants and galleries, as well as artists and artisans who have set up in businesses or on the front lawns of homes and churches. Visit our website for other frequently asked questions, including how the shuttle works, things to bring with you, where to park and more! More Arts & Crafts FAQ | | | Summer Reading Club is back! Exciting news! Summer Reading Club is here! If you missed our registration launch, no problem at all - you can sign up anytime during the summer. Keep track of your books, submit your bookmarks, and get a chance to win cool prizes all summer long. The more you read, the better your chances of winning some awesome goodies! Register at L.E. Shore Library or Craigleith Heritage Depot. Learn more about the Club | | | | Summer Reading Club Meet-Ups Wednesdays at 11am (L.E. Shore Library) Come join us every Wednesday at 11:00am at the L.E. Shore Library for our Summer Reading Club (SRC) Meet-Ups! Each week, we'll gather for fun activities and adventures. We will create beautiful chalk art, galaxy slime, galaxy coasters and more! Check out our Event Calendar for registration and program details. View the Event Calendar
| | | Next time you visit L.E. Shore, say hi to our new summer students Hello, my name is Kassy! I am a local teacher and tutor in the Grey/Bruce area. This summer I will be helping with programming, advertising and creating awesome things like the Rocket Ship for our TD Summer Reading Club. Hi, my name is Hanna. I’m currently finishing up my degree at the University of Waterloo and will be applying to teachers’ college in the fall. Working with kids is one of my favourite things they make the world such a happier place. While away at school, I worked on the programming team for St Jerome’s University College which was a great experience, so this job is the perfect combination of what I love! I’m very excited to see what the summer brings! | | The Art of Quilts & Early Canadian Furniture opens July 6 Saturday, July 6, 2-4pm (The Gallery at L.E. Shore) The Gallery is thrilled to be hosting the Georgian Quilting Guild and Danfield Antiques & Art for an exhibit that unites furniture and quilts! Quilts, of all sizes and styles will be contrasted with 19th century painted Canadian furniture for a beautiful display. Don’t miss the opening reception on July 6! Quilt by Gudrun Biemann (left). Learn more about the show | | Tour the universe with a visit by the Ontario Planetarium Monday, July 8 (L.E. Shore Library)
Three showtimes to choose from: 11am, 1pm, 2pm The Blue Mountains Public Library and Ontario Planetarium are hosting a Tour of the Universe at the L.E Shore Library on July 8th. Highlights include exploring the constellations, telescope views of objects in the night sky, and a space-walking tour of the International Space Station. There are three showtimes to choose from: 11am, 1pm, and 2pm. Registration is required, and the program is free for all ages. Sign up for a Tour of the Universe | | | | Storytelling, animal crafts, and dancing at The Farmer's Pantry Friday, July 19, 11am (The Farmer's Pantry, 788030 Grey Rd 13, Thornbury) Enjoy a morning of storytelling, animal crafts, and dancing at The Farmer's Pantry. Afterward, explore the 30-acre apple orchard, meet the farm animals, and check out tasty local treats at the Market. The Farmer's Pantry is owned by Sarah Hewgill and her family, who've been growing apples for three generations. Come by for a fantastic day of learning and fun! For kids, caregivers and the young at heart. Siblings are welcome too. Drop by and share the joy! | | | | Story time with the furry friends of the Georgian Triangle Humane Society Friday, July 26, 11am (L.E. Shore Library) Join us for a delightful story time with the Georgian Triangle Humane Society! Enjoy heartwarming tales with furry friends, along with rhymes, movement, songs, and lots of FUN! This free program is perfect for ages 0-5, and no registration is required. Older children and siblings are welcome too. Drop by and share the joy! | | | Kids Can Cook the greenest guacamole Saturday, July 20, 11am-12pm (L.E. Shore Library) Join us at the library for 'Kids Can Cook' - an event that introduces easy snacks and meals to children. Our next recipe will be guacamole, a delicious snack with nacho chips, or a topping on your sandwich. Children will be shown the proper way to wash and cut vegetables. Registration is required, and the event is open to children aged 10 and up. Sign up for Kids Can Cook | | Calling artists! Apply now to exhibit in The Gallery in 2025 Deadline: August 31, 2024 Apply today to exhibit in The Gallery at L.E. Shore in 2025. Individual artists, as well as groups, of all mediums are welcome. Applications are available on our website and print copies are available at the L.E. Shore Library. Apply today
| | Get tech help Wednesdays from 2-4pm (L.E. Shore Library) We can help you to: - Troubleshoot an issue on your tablet or personal device
- Use library online collections, including eBooks and digital audio books
- Complete tasks in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint and other computer software
If you would like to book an appointment for another time, contact the Library or complete the Book a Tech Help Appointment form. Book a Tech Help Appointment
| | | | Immerse yourself in the Niagara Escarpment Biosphere with a new museum exhibit Delve into the heart of the Niagara Escarpment, a 725-km natural wonder designated as a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. This exhibit is your gateway to exploration! Unveil the wonders of the Niagara Escarpment Biosphere and discover how we can all work together to ensure its survival for generations to come. | | | | Hidden gems in the flora and fauna of The Blue Mountains exhibiting at the museum Embark on a journey into the heart of Ontario's wilderness. Discover the diverse tapestry of life that thrives in the majestic Blue Mountains. This exhibit unveils the secrets of a vibrant ecosystem, from the towering pines to the shy woodland creatures. | | | Test your knowledge with Friday night online trivia Fill your house with laughter and glee as you answer questions and compete for the top-spot on our scoreboard. Not available on Friday nights? Don't worry! You'll be able to play Trivia Game Night throughout the week. Visit our Event Calendar or Facebook page on Fridays for the link. July 5: Literary Illustrations
July 12: What Came First
July 19: Slogans
July 26: Name the Celebrity Visit our Event Calendar | | Books we wish we could read for the first time again We loved these books so much we wish we could experience them for the first time all over again. Dept. of Speculation by Jenny Offill
The story of a marriage and parenthood, written in a unique style. A piece of literature full of musings, quotes and insights. The author uses a stream of consciousness style and tells her story in disjointed sentences. The young woman protagonist moves through her life and expresses her thoughts on all matters. Unlike anything I have read before, I read it all in one sitting. Wish I could read it again for the first time! - Emma Read more Staff Picks
| | Libraries [Re]Imagined: Space as a Service Jennifer Murley, Library CEO We are excited to announce the launch of our new blog series titled 'Libraries [Re]Imagined', aimed at educating our community about the modern library and sparking critical thinking about the role of the BMPL. This month's theme is "Space as a Service". The public library landscape is evolving, and we are adapting to better serve the needs of our community. There is a growing demand for safe, comfortable, and free public space, often referred to by librarians as 'space as a service'. This concept involves offering space beyond traditional reading and study areas, utilizing the library's physical environment to serve diverse functions, and making it a dynamic and multipurpose facility. The demand encompasses community meeting spaces for collaboration, green spaces for relaxation, recreation, and education, venues for public events and programs, and spaces that support studying and lifelong learning. Often this is referred to as a ‘third space’ outside of home and work where people seek conversation, neutral ground, and the comfort of feeling connected. Public libraries are a third space – around the world, we are overseeing community gardens and food pantries, addressing food security, and creating opportunities for intergenerational learning. Libraries are also providing space for live events, fairs, and business expos, as well as launching innovation labs that allow patrons to experiment with 3D printing, coding, robotics, and more. Perhaps one of the most underrated services is providing a free, safe, and comfortable spot for people of all ages and abilities to simply 'be'. Libraries are one of the few public spaces where everyone is welcome without the expectation of paying a fee to access services. They can be a quiet place to study or read, a spot to warm up or cool down, a location with access to clean, safe, public washrooms, or a space for business meetings, interviews, and cultural events that promote inclusion. Our work in reimagining library services is ongoing as we strive to be transformative and responsive to community needs. Our identity is evolving, and we are much more than just a storage space for books and stacks. If you could [re]imagine the space(s) that we provide, what would you like to see? Complete our survey What would you like to see?
| | Ontario school libraries at risk In April, the Ontario Ministry of Education changed how schools are funded, eliminating the protected funding for school libraries and library staff, making it easier for school boards to reduce or eliminate school libraries and the staff that keep them running. The Ontario Library Association has started a campaign to #SaveOurSchoolLibraries. To find out more and join the movement, visit Save Our School Libraries online. Visit Save our School Libraries | | Multi-Use Recreation Feasibility Assessment (MURFA) will study recreational facility needs in Blue Mountains and Collingwood The Town of The Blue Mountains, the BMPL, the Town of Collingwood, and the Collingwood Public Library announced the launch of the Joint Multi-Use Recreation Feasibility Study (MURFA), awarding the consulting contract to Colliers Project Leaders. The Joint Assessment will assess the current and future recreational facility needs of residents from both communities and will also explore integrating library services into a multi-use model, as has proven effective in several municipalities across the province. As part of the Assessment, the consulting team from Colliers will create a community consultation plan, research best practices, and use planning and forecasting tools to estimate future recreation needs. The study is expected to take eight months to complete and will provide both Councils with the information required to decide whether to further progress plans that could lead to major community investments. Robust engagement with residents, community groups, local and provincial sports organizations, third-party recreation providers, and community space users is pivotal to gather the most complete data possible. Subscribe to the project page to be notified about confirmed public engagement opportunities, and to stay informed of the project background, objectives, progress, and outcomes. Visit the Project Page
| | Apply now for a Youth Climate Action Fund microgrant The Town of The Blue Mountains is proud to be one of 100 communities worldwide to receive funding to support youth-driven climate action. A total of $50,000 USD will be distributed as microgrants to fund youth-led climate initiatives. Projects are encouraged to build youth engagement and collaboration across communities, building capacity and relationships that will help us address climate change with youth leadership. From mobilizing tree-planting or public education campaigns, to launching waste reduction initiatives, to participating in climate change mitigation planning or preparedness programs, efforts stemming from the new Youth Climate Action Fund will advance critical community goals such as meeting decarbonization commitments or reducing consumption-based emissions. Learn more about the Fund
| | Museum back to summer hours The Craigleith Heritage Depot is now operating on a summer schedule: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday & Friday: 12-5pm
Saturday: 10am-4pm
Sunday: 12-4pm The L.E. Shore Library and Craigleith Heritage Depot will be closed on Monday, July 1. Plan your visit in advance or access virtual services from home on our website. See our Hours and Locations
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