An evening with military historian and author Ted Barris Tuesday, November 12 at 7pm
(L.E. Shore Library) We're thrilled to welcome Ted Barris to the L.E. Shore Library for an engaging talk. In his 22nd book, "Battle of Britain: Canadian Airmen in Their Finest Hour", Barris unveils the untold stories of the brave Canadians who played crucial roles in turning back the Nazi threat during this pivotal moment in history. Register for Ted Barris | | Natural Inspiration opening in The Gallery November 9 Opening reception: Saturday, November 9 from
2-4pm (The Gallery at L.E. Shore Library) The Gallery presents its November exhibition, with Eden Remme Watt, Margaret Cora Schmor, Merryn Edgar, Rebecca Remme and Sandra Remme. These five accomplished artists have come together to show a wealth of work inspired by the beauty of the Georgian Bay region and beyond. Join us for the grand opening to connect with the artists and experience this remarkable collection. Left: "Path to Glory” by Eden Remme Watt. Learn more about the artists | | Honouring veterans today and every day All branches of the Blue Mountains Public Library will be closed on Monday, November 11 in honour of Remembrance Day. A BMPL representative will be attending the Remembrance Day Service at Jack Acres Park at 10:45am, in support of the Royal Canadian Legion Beaver Valley Branch 281. For those who wish to learn more about the area's local military history, visit Our Military Heritage online collection or register for the upcoming author talk with military historian Ted Barris on Tuesday, November 12. Visit Our Military Heritage Online | | Writing workshop with Katie Zdybel Thursday, November 14 at 4pm
(L.E. Shore Library) Join us for a dynamic workshop with local author, Katie Zdybel - How We Read is How We Write. This 2-hour session is for both readers and writers, emphasizing the connection between mindful reading and strong writing skills. Discover how becoming a more thoughtful reader can enhance your writing and inspire your creative process. Refreshments willl be served. Copies of her book, "Equipoise," will be available for sale thanks to Jessica's Book Nook. Register for Writer's Workshop | | Watch "Trick or Treaty?" during Treaties Recognition Week Saturday, November 9 from 7-8:30pm
(L.E. Shore Library) "Trick or Treaty?" is directed by Alanis Obomsawin, one of the most acclaimed Indigenous directors in the world. This film explores Treaty No. 9, a 1905 agreement between First Nations peoples in northern Ontario and the Crown. "Trick or Treaty?" is enlightening and entertaining, and powerfully portrays one community's attempts to enforce their treaty rights and protect their lands, while also revealing the complexities of contemporary treaty agreements. "Trick or Treaty?" made history as the first film by an Indigenous filmmaker to be part of the Masters section at TIFF when it screened there in 2014. Treaties Recognition Week occurs from November 3 to 9 and honours the importance of treaties and helps students and residents understand the significance of treaty rights, treaty relationships and their relevance today. We are treaty people. Donations accepted at the door. Popcorn and selection of drinks available for cash purchase. Sign up for Trick or Treaty? | | Essential winter driving tips Thursday, November 7 at 1pm
(L.E. Shore Library) An informative session from the Ministry of Transportation designed specifically for older adults. Learn tips to help you prepare for the season and stay safe on the road. Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your driving confidence during winter months. Register by calling 519-599-2577 ext. 6 or emailing seniors@bvo.ca. | | | | A cozy Christmas market in The Gallery Saturday, November 16 from 10-4 pm (The Gallery at L.E. Shore Library) Shop local and celebrate the most wonderful time of the year at The Gallery’s annual Christmas market! Escape the cold in our cozy Gallery space and browse artwork and crafts from local artists and artisans. Whether you’re looking for a gift, a stocking stuffer or a little something for yourself, we have you covered! Learn more about the market | | | | An evening with artist Harvey Bodach Tuesday, November 19 at 7pm (The Gallery at L.E. Shore Library) This evening’s presentation will highlight the life and work of Canadian landscape and wildlife artist Harvey Bodach, who has received national and recently international recognition by earning numerous awards. Harvey draws inspiration from creation, using a realist style to express his observations in art form. We will delve into both his fascinating journey as an artist and the process involved in creating his artwork. Register to see Harvey | | | | | Mosaic glass holiday ornaments Thursday, November 21 at 6pm
(L.E. Shore Library) Kick off the holiday season with a festive workshop with artist, Patti DiFlorio! Design and create beautiful mosaic glass ornaments using microbeads and grout for a stunning finish. The session costs $45 per person. Registration is required and spaces are limited. Register for Mosaic Ornaments | | | | An afternoon of books and piano with author Sheila Balls Friday, November 22, 2pm (L.E. Shore Library) Relax and enjoy quiet piano music (did you know Sheila used to be a lounge pianist?) while visiting with one another. Sheila will talk about her published books, including her latest "Walk This Way", and offer brief readings and stories behind each one. Audience members are welcome to ask questions after each reading. Register for Sheila Balls | | | Learn about native plant seed starting with this interactive workshop Saturday, November 23 at 2pm (L.E. Shore Library) Join the Gardeners in Residence to learn about winter seed starting, cold stratification, and how to get your seeds off to the right start this winter. This workshop is great for novices and experienced gardeners. It's recommended that you bring your own seeds with you that require cold stratification. If you are collecting native seeds, you can bring the whole dried flowerhead with you. Any spare seeds can be donated to BMPL’s Seed Library. Soil will be provided, and there will be a small selection of native seeds, but please bring your seeds with you. Register for Native Plant Seed Starting | | | | Kids can cook apple coleslaw Saturday, November 23 at 11am
(L.E. Shore Library) "Kids Can Cook," is a fun and interactive program where kids get hands-on experience making tasty snacks and meals at the Library!
This November, we’re whipping up a creamy apple coleslaw that’s as delicious as it is easy to make. With fresh, fall-inspired flavors, this coleslaw is sure to be a new family favorite. Register for Kids Can Cook | | | | Reduce, reuse, recycle, READ! Friday, November 29 at 11am
(L.E. Shore Library) L.E. Shore Library is partnering with the Climate Action Now Network (CANN) for an engaging story time focused on the environment, sustainability, and climate change. This event is for children ages 0-5 years (older children and siblings are welcome too!) and will include stories, crafts, and fun activities. Learn about "Families Go Green for Blue," which encourages families and youth to take an active role in protecting our town’s environment. Drop-in. | | | Cover to Cover Reading Challenge is back! Launches: Saturday, November 23 at the Sugar Plum Fair (Beaver Valley Community School) Dave Dick Real Estate and The Blue Mountains Public Library are excited to bring back the popular Cover to Cover Reading Challenge! Join us for the official launch on Saturday, November 23rd at the Sugar Plum Fair. Register for your free Reading Challenge Kit (while supplies last)! Can't make the Fair? You can register at the Library! Read ten books and win a prize. Suggested ages: 0-17 years. | | | | Create a cross-stitch bookmark for teens and pre-teens Thursday, November 7 at 5:30pm
(L.E. Shore Library) Teens and preteens are invited to join us for a fun and creative experience. We're hosting a beginner-friendly workshop to create your own cross-stitch bookmark. All supplies will be provided and no experience is necessary. Open to ages 12 and up—just be sure to register. Register for Cross-Stitch | | | | Letters to Santa Thursday, November 21 - Thursday December 5
(L.E. Shore Library) It's that magical time of year again, when wonder fills the air and children everywhere are excited to write a special letter to a very special elf—Santa! The staff at the L.E. Shore Library are here to help you send your letter straight to the North Pole. Drop off your letters to the North Pole Mailbox at the L.E. Shore Library and let the holiday magic begin! | | | The Blue Mountains Public Library's social return on investment On Monday, October 21 staff proudly presented its 2023 social return on investment to Town Council, in celebration of Ontario Public Library Week. The study revealed that in 2023, for every $1 invested into Gallery, Library, Archive, and Museum (GLAM) services, your BMPL generates $2.54 of value or a value return of 254%. The value report was calculated using the Ontario Library Service’s Valuing Ontario Libraries Toolkit (VOLT) and is an exercise taking place across the province. View the Presentation on Valuing the BMPL | A new online exhibit on Blue Mountains' lakes, rivers and wetlands The Museum might be closed for November, but our Online Exhibits are still accessible. Check out our new online exhibit Limnology. Explore the hidden world of The Blue Mountains' lakes, rivers, and wetlands. Learn about the science of limnology and uncover the region's diverse aquatic ecosystems.
Visit the Limnology Exhibit
| | Stay up-to-date with our evolving heritage map Our map isn't just a static image; it's a living document that reflects the dynamic character of our community. Every month, we update our map with new events, emerging talents, and fresh perspectives. Don't miss out on the latest happenings – visit our map regularly to explore and discover! Visit the Cultural Map | | Online Collections are the focus for November's Wired Wednesday At 1pm every Wednesday, Ashley posts an instructional video to YouTube and Facebook. Here are the topics for November: November 6: Consumer Reports Online
November 13: Hoopla Streaming eBooks, Audiobooks and Video
November 20: Mango Languages
November 27: Ancestry Library Ashley will be available in the L.E. Shore Library boardroom from 2-4pm for 15-minute drop-in sessions to assist with minor tech issues. For more complex problems that may require additional time, book a 1-hour tech help appointment. Watch Wired Wednesday on YouTube | | Test your knowledge with our weekly online trivia Fill your house with laughter and glee as you answer questions and compete for the top-spot on our scoreboard. Visit our Event Calendar or Facebook page on Fridays for the link! November 1: Diwali
November 8: Where in the World
November 15: Classic TV
November 22: One Letter Answers
November 29: Toys & Games Visit our Event Calendar | | New Interlibrary Loan system goes live November 12 The system that allows BMPL to order books from other Ontario public libraries is changing. If you order ILLOs in person or using the form on our website, you won't notice anything new. But if you have a INFOntario account and make your own interlibrary loan requests, you'll visit a new website and have a new login starting November 12. We'll be sending out emails to regular INFOntario users with instructions on using your account soon. Everything you need to know will be posted in our website. Learn more about ILLO | | Our guilty pleasure booklist We asked library staff, what book do you enjoy but are kind of embarrassed to admit? The Chronicles of Fairacre by Miss Read is an omnibus edition of her first three novels: Village School, Village Diary, and Storm in the Village. The narrator of all three stories is “Miss Read,” the schoolmistress of the tiny two-room primary school in the village of Fairacre. “Miss Read” is the penname of Dora Saint, who was a village schoolteacher in the 1930s and 40s in the English County of Middlesex, so one suspects that many of the stories are more or less true. The novels are comedies of manners, affectionate and witty portraits of English village life between the wars, with strongly drawn characters, and wonderful depictions of the natural world and the changing of the seasons. Miss Read is Jane Austen on a smaller scale. I suppose this is my guilty pleasure because life in Fairacre is the sort of world we would all like to live in but do not. The inhabitants of the village have their struggles but there are no irredeemable villains. Conflicts are resolved with fairness and compassion. If you enjoy the books of Lillian Beckwith, Jan Karon, James Herriot or Patrick Taylor, you will love Miss Read as well. - Ken See more Staff Guilty Pleasures | | TBM Resident Satisfaction Survey now open The Town of The Blue Mountains has launched a public survey to assess resident satisfaction with Town services and operations. The purpose of this survey is to gather current feedback to assist in decision-making, budgeting, and setting priorities for the Town. You can fill out the survey online or obtain a paper copy at Town Hall or the L.E. Shore Memorial Library. Complete the Survey Online
| | Museum & Archives closing October 28 to November 25 To ensure the safety of our staff and collections, and to create a more accessible and inclusive space for our community's history, we will be temporarily closing our museum and archives. During this time, we will be reconfiguring our collection space to provide better storage and handling facilities. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and look forward to welcoming you back with a refreshed and enhanced experience. L.E.Shore Library will be closed on Monday, November 11 for Remembrance Day. See our Hours and Locations | | | | | |
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