Jingle all the way to joy Saturday, December 9, 10am to 12pm (L.E. Shore Library) Join us for a Very Vintage Christmas at L.E. Shore Library! Create beautiful holiday ornaments, savor apple cider generously provided by Goldsmiths Orchard Market, and enjoy classic carols with friends and family. Kick off the festive season before heading downtown for the Olde Fashioned Christmas events. Don't miss out on this heartwarming celebration! This is a drop-in program suitable for all ages, so bring everyone along! | | "Celebrating the Magic of Children" featuring BVCS students opens Saturday, December 9 Saturday, December 9, 2-4pm (The Gallery at L.E.Shore) Coming soon to the Gallery at L.E. Shore: “Celebrating the Magic of Children in the Arts” – an art exhibit featuring Beaver Valley Community School (BVCS) students! Enjoy the display as you warm up with hot apple cider and treats and then head down to the Olde Fashioned Christmas events happening in downtown Thornbury! Learn more about the show! | | It's ski season at the museum Come see three new exhibits on skiing in The Blue Mountains. Learn about the evolution of skiing and snowboarding equipment, the history of local ski clubs, and the running of the Ski Train. | | Meet the new Library CEO Thursday, December 7, 1-3pm (The Gallery at L.E. Shore Library) The Library Board invites the community to attend the welcome reception for our new CEO, Jennifer Murley, on December 7 from 1-3pm. All are welcome! Please note: L.E. Shore Library will be opening at 11am on Wednesday, December 6 for a staff meeting with the new CEO. | | | | Make t-shirt wall art with the Youth Engagement Committee Thursday, December 7 at 5-6pm (L.E. Shore) Bring your favourite ratty t-shirt and mount it on a canvas to make wall art! This program is part of the Youth Engagement Committee. Have your say on library programs and services, get involved in your community, and meet new friends! Being a part of the Youth Engagement Committee (YEC) gives you a chance to suggest ways that the BMPL can better serve our youth community, offer ideas for exciting teen programs, and provide feedback about the library's teen collection. A great way to acquire your high school community involvement hours while having fun! Sign up to for t-shirt wall art | | | | Write a book or movie review and earn community hours! Earn community service hours by reviewing books and movies. For every review you submit you will earn one hour of community service. - 250 – 300 words in length
- contain a summary and personal critique
- be suitable for publication on our website
No spoilers! Approved reviews will be shared on the Teen Reads blog. Learn more about Teen Reads | | | Holiday entertaining with The Cheese Gallery Friday, December 8, 6:30pm (The Gallery at L.E. Shore) Explore the world of cheese as The Cheese Gallery’s cheesemonger and cheese expert walks you through the tips and tricks of building an Instagram-worthy holiday cheese board. There will be lots of time for questions, sampling and socializing as participants will be able to enjoy the cheese board made during this session! Tickets are $25 and must be booked by end of day December 1. Book your tickets | | Kids Clubhouse winter registration opens December 18 Monday, December 18 starting at 10am Kids Clubhouse, where fun meets exploration! Dive into arts and crafts, STEM programs, and science experiments! Tuesday afternoons from 3:30-4:30pm at L.E. Shore Library. The winter session runs Tuesday, January 9 to Tuesday, March 5.
Limited spaces available. Registration link will be posted on our website at 10am on Monday, December 18. Sign up for Kids Clubhouse | | | | Sitting Mini Flowerpot Holiday Elves Saturday, December 16, 10-11am (L.E. Shore) Join us at the L.E. Shore Library for a festive and creative holiday activity! In this fun and family-friendly program, we'll be crafting adorable Mini Flowerpot Elves just in time for the holiday season. Whether you're a child or a child at heart, this hands-on craft event is a perfect way to get into the holiday spirit. This activity is suitable for all ages and skill levels, making it an excellent opportunity for families to come together and enjoy some creative holiday bonding. Registration is required. Sign up to make Flowerpot Elves | | | | Story Time and Holiday Sing Along with Mary Hindle Friday, December 22, 11-11:30am (L.E. Shore) Join us in the Gallery for a very special Story Time! Special Guest Mary Hindle will be with us, playing holiday songs on the piano. Meet us for heartwarming stories, delightful rhymes, and lots of fun as we get into the holiday spirit! Ages 0-5 and their caregivers. Siblings and older children welcome. Drop-in. | | | | | Knit and Knatters Knitting Club is every Thursday Every Thursday, 1-3pm (Around the fireplace at L.E. Shore) Our informal knitting club is open to enthusiasts of all skill levels, and we invite you to join us in our cozy and friendly space. All you need to bring are your needles and wool, and you'll have the perfect setting to knit, chat, and forge new friendships. Drop-in program. There will not be a meeting on December 21 or 28. | | | | New environmental book club with Grey Sauble Conservation launches in 2024 Are you interested in joining a book club led by Grey Sauble Conservation? Collectively we will explore nature-based titles, providing a great opportunity to learn more about the environment, spark meaningful conversations, and share ideas with others who are interested in these topics. Together we can learn, grow, and support one another in shared efforts to raise environmental awareness. Meetings will be at L.E. Shore Library with dates and times to be determined. Let us know you're interested by emailing c.vieira@greysauble.on.ca. | | | Want to join a small book club in Craigleith? For great stories and friendly discussions with a smaller local group, join the Craigleith Books on Deck book club. Please contact museum@thebluemountains.ca or 519-599-3681 ext 6 if interested in joining. | | Embracing generations A collection of family sagas chosen by library staff "Pachinko" by Min Jin Lee is a poignant and captivating family saga that delves deep into the intricacies of family bonds. Set across generations, this powerful novel follows a Korean family's journey through love, sacrifice, and resilience in the face of adversity. The exploration of identity, cultural clashes, and the power of family makes "Pachinko" an exceptional and unforgettable read for anyone looking for an incredible story about the complexities of family life. - Adia. Read more Family Sagas | | Get tech help on Wired Wednesdays At 1pm every Wednesday, Ashley posts an instructional video to YouTube and Facebook. Here are the topics for December: December 6: Tech & tinsel - Holiday Cards
December 13: Reserve your tech session with Ashley
December 20: Tech glossary guide
December 27: Ashley's Tech Treasures: Unveiling the Top 5 Tips of 2023 From 2-4pm on Wednesdays, drop-in tech help is available at L.E. Shore Library. Watch Wired Wednesday on YouTube | | Getting rid of old office organization supplies? The Museum & Archives is looking for organizational and storage supplies to keep stationery and equipment tidy and accessible. Some examples that would be helpful are small plastic drawers, trays, stands, desk organizers, etc. Please contact museum@thebluemountains.ca or 519-599-3681 ext 6 or drop them off at either library branch location. | | Pet First Aid Certification Course with Molly from GTHS Sunday, December 10, 8:30am-6:30pm (L.E. Shore). Join our 10-hour program by Walks N' Wags, hosted by the Blue Mountains Public Library and Georgian Triangle Humane Society. Learn essential skills: wound care, poison treatment, CPR, and more. Receive a Pet First Aid certificate and a manual upon completion. Bonus: Eligible for a discount on Pet Professional Insurance. Be prepared for pet emergencies and enhance your ability to provide immediate care. For details, email education@gths.ca.
Secure your spot with a $40.00 deposit by December 8th. Total cost: $175.00. Don't miss out on becoming a certified pet first aid responder! Sign up for Pet First Aid | | News from the Library Board Key Messages is published monthly and includes items from the Board and administration. These topics include the Board’s perspective on matters of importance and some highlights and successes of the month. Key Messages for the month are presented under each of the three Strategic Plan Pillars. Read Key Messages for November | Hang out with us over the holidays BMPL will be closed on Monday, December 25, Tuesday, December 26 and Monday, January 1. Both branches are open between Christmas and New Year's: L.E. Shore Library: Open December 27, 28, 29, 30.
Craigleith Heritage Depot: Open December 28, 29, 30, 31. See our opening hours | | | | | |
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