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GUIDE
FALL
2018
September
October
November
Read the books.
SALE
BURLINGTON
READS Meet the authors.
See page 5 for details.
Branch Locations & Hours
ALDERSHOT
550 Plains Road East 905.333.9995
Monday Closed
Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday 10 - 6
Thursday 10 - 9
Saturday 9-5
Sunday Closed
Photo by Nikki Wesley/Metroland Media
ALTON
3040 Tim Dobbie Drive 905.634.3686
Coming to Burlington Public Library has been an
Monday to Thursday 9-9
immense pleasure for me. Since arriving in June, Friday 9-6
I have met many of you while spending time at Saturday 9-5
each branch. Thank you so much for your Sunday Closed
warm welcome.
BRANT HILLS
Two of the many great things about Burlington 2255 Brant Street 905.335.2209
that enticed me to work here: Burlington is a Monday to Thursday 9-9
community of readers and enthusiastic library Friday 9-6
supporters—a dream combination for this Saturday 9-5
librarian. So, you’ll be pleased to know that, based Sunday Closed
on your feedback, we have evolved One Book One CENTRAL
Burlington into an exciting new author/book talk
series, Burlington Reads. Launching this fall with 2331 New Street 905.639.3611
Program Registration ext 1321
three talented authors, we hope you’ll borrow the Monday to Thursday 9-9
books and join us at the events. Friday 9-6
Saturday 9-5
And more big news: Hollywood is coming to Sunday (Fall/Winter/Spring) 1-5
Burlington! We have a signature event with the Sunday (July 1 to Thanksgiving) Closed
executive producer of The Handmaid’s Tale who
will walk us through the process of turning a KILBRIDE
beloved novel into a blockbuster TV series. 6611 Panton Street, Kilbride School 905.335.4011
Monday, Wednesday 6-9
And, of course, our popular storytimes and family Tuesday, Thursday, Friday Closed
programs will continue to delight our young Saturday 9 - noon
certified. learners. I look forward to meeting you in the Sunday Closed
coming months.
NEW APPLEBY
Wishing you a wonderful start to the season, 676 Appleby Line 905.639.6373
rtified.
Monday Closed
Lita Barrie Tuesday, Thursday, Friday
Wednesday
10 - 6
10 - 9
Chief Executive Officer Saturday 9-5
Sunday Closed
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All programs are FREE unless noted.
Arts, Culture & Heritage
CALENDAR-CHECK HPO presents Beyond the Music CALENDAR-CHECK Registration is required.
Register online (new), in-person, or by phone.
An engaging and entertaining glimpse into the lives
and music of composers presented by Hamilton
Philharmonic Orchestra composer-in-residence, CALENDAR-CHECK Music of WWI Concert
Abigail Richardson-Schulte. Wed November 7 | 7.30-8.30pm | Central
Aldershot Thu Sep 6 2-3pm Join the Civic Chorale singers for a musical concert
Brahms and presentation reflecting on the First World War
Central Tue Oct 9 2-3pm and the 70th anniversary of its armistice.
Beethoven & Mozart
Tue Nov 6 2-3pm CALENDAR-CHECK The World On Your Teaspoon
From Broadway to Tin Pan Alley Thu November 8 | 7-8pm | Tansley Woods
Tansley Woods Tue Oct 16 2-3pm Learn to tea taste like a professional with Tea
Beethoven & Mozart Sommelier, Vivienne Mathers. Find out about tea
processing and tea types. Taste a rare yellow tea and
CALENDAR-CHECK Genealogy Club find out if it really is “milk in first.”
Mondays: Sep 10, Oct 15, Nov 12 | 6-7.30pm | Central
Explore your family history and develop in-depth CALENDAR-CHECK Japanese Tea Ceremony
research skills with our seminar-based genealogy Sat November 10 | 11am-1pm | Central
club. You are welcome to bring your own tablet or Experience Japanese culture through the traditional
laptop for this program. tea ceremony, from the ritualized preparation of tea
and to its mindful drinking. In partnership with the
Introduction to Genealogy City of Burlington Mundialization Committee
Wed October 10 | 10am-noon | Central
Join us for an introductory class on how to begin your CALENDAR-CHECK First World War Censorship
own online genealogy research, and how to make Tue November 13 | 7-8.30pm | Central
best use of the resources available on the Internet. How did men and women serving overseas
communicate with their loved ones back in Canada?
CALENDAR-CHECK SOLO presents Verdi’s Rigoletto Learn about letter writing and censorship and try
Tue September 11 | 2-3.30pm | Central your hand at being a censor. Presented by Burlington
Speaker: Sabatino Vacca, artistic director, Southern Museums
Ontario Lyric Opera. Learn about the music of
Rigoletto and why it has endured to become one of Medical Advancements Inspired by The Great War
the most beloved operas of all time. Presented with Wed November 14 | 2-3pm | Central
a live performance by a professional opera singer. From the carnage on the front lines came lifesaving
medical innovations that we now take for granted,
Vinyl Exchange historian Jim Taggart discusses how much influence
Sat September 22 | 10am-2pm | Central World War I and medicine had on each other.
Swap your gently-used vinyl records and DVD movies.
Drop in. CALENDAR-CHECK Burlington and the First World War
Tue November 20 | 7-8.30pm | Central
Engaged Buddhism Burlington’s role in the First World War might surprise
Wed October 3 | 7-8pm | Central you. Hear how Burlington residents contributed to
Insights into the teachings of the Zen master Thich the Great War, both at home and overseas. Presented
Nhat Hanh, global spiritual leader, poet, and peace by Burlington Museums
activist presented by Ray Nakano. Learn mindfulness
exercises to tap into your best self. Harry’s Story, Still
Tue November 27 | 2-3pm | Central
CALENDAR-CHECK Symphony on the Bay: French Flair The firsthand account of a First World War
Thu October 18 | 7.30-8.30pm | Central infantryman as told through his personal letters. Join
Learn about the music featured in the opening local author and Mobile Millinery Museum director
concert of the Symphony’s 2018-2019 season. Norma Hillyer Shephard for her exhibit and talk on
infantrymen on the front lines during The Great War.
September/October/November 2018 3
Books & Writing
Open Mic Night NaNoWriMo
Wed: Sep 5, Oct 17, Nov 14 | 7-8.30pm | Brant Hills Tue: November 6 to 27 | 3.30-5.30pm | Central
Aspiring poets or storytellers, try out that lyric, poem, Are you taking the National Novel Writing Challenge?
song, or story, and work on your stage presence. Time Drop into the library and get support from fellow
limit: 5 minutes. Sign up when you arrive. Drop in. writers and editor Brian Henry. Write the next Great
Canadian Novel during NaNoWriMo.
Beans ’n’ Books
Thu Sep 6 How Illuminating! CALENDAR-CHECK Titles Book Club
Thu Oct 4 Dystopia or Utopia? Explore a variety of authors, genres, and themes at
Thu Nov 1 Oh, the Places You’ll Go! Titles monthly book club. Plan to attend all three
2.15-4pm | Central dates in the seasonal series. Visit www.bpl.on.ca/
Coffee, cookies and hearing about intriguing books. feature/titles for monthly book titles.
Writers Circle Aldershot Thu: Sep 13, Oct 11, Nov 8
Thu: Sep 20, Oct 18, Nov 15 | 7-8.30pm | Brant Hills 2.30-3.30pm
Share your writing with your peers and get feedback Brant Hills Tue: Sep 11, Oct 9, Nov 13
in a friendly and supportive group. 7-8pm
Thu: Sep 20, Oct 18, Nov 15
Burlington Writers Group 2-3pm
Wed: Sep 26, Oct 24, Nov 28 | 7-8.30pm | Central Tue: Sep 4, Oct 2, Nov 6
New Appleby 10-11am
Sharpen your writing skills and get peer-to-peer Mon: Sep 17, Oct 15, Nov 19
support and feedback in this group facilitated by 7-8pm
Benjamin Gleisser. Sign up at www.bengleisser.com or Kilbride Sat: Sep 8, Oct 13, Nov 10
drop in on day of program. 10-11am
New Appleby Tue: Sep 18, Oct 16, Nov 20
Intro to Libby eBooks 10.30-11.30am
Learn to quickly and easily download free eBooks Tansley Woods Tue: Sep 18, Oct 16, Nov 20
from the library onto your tablet or mobile phone. 7-8pm
Central Tue November 6 9.30-11am Tue: Sep 25, Oct 23, Nov 27
Tansley Woods Wed October 3 11am-12.30pm 2-3pm
How to Write a Best Seller
Sat October 27 | 10am-4pm | Central
Presented by New York Times #1 best-selling author
W
NE
Kelley Armstrong & editor Brian Henry
Get the inside scoop on what gives a novel online
best-selling potential. Learn how to get readers
emotionally involved in your story to keep them self-registration
turning the pages. $49 in advance or $53 at the door. now available
To register: email brianhenry@sympatico.ca.
Running Deep: The Power of Water
Burlington Storyteller’s Guild members spin amazing CALENDAR-CHECK www.bpl.on.ca
tales from above and below the waves about sea
creatures, those who live by the shore, and their
adventures. Families welcome.
Central Sat November 3 2-3pm
Tansley Woods Sat November 3 2-3pm
BYOBaby Book Club
See page 14 for details.
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SALE
Good things come to those who read.
BURLINGTON Read the books. Meet the authors.
READS Once it was One Book One Burlington—and now it’s many books
(and authors) for Burlington book lovers.
Introducing our inaugural season of
Burlington Reads – join us!
CALENDAR-CHECK Registration is required.
Register online (new), in-person, or by phone.
September
Vimy: The Battle and the Legend by Tim Cook
SALE
BURLINGTON
READS
CALENDAR-CHECK Meet the Author: Tim Cook
Wed Sep 19 | 7-8.30pm | Art Gallery of Burlington
CALENDAR-CHECK Book Club Discussions
Aldershot Thu September 13 10.30-11.30am
Central Tue September 18 2-3pm
New Appleby Wed September 12 2-3pm
October
They Left Us Everything by Plum Johnson
SALE
BURLINGTON
READS
CALENDAR-CHECK Meet the Author: Plum Johnson
Tue Oct 23 | 7-8.30pm | Central
CALENDAR-CHECK Book Club Discussions
Aldershot Thu October 4 10.30-11.30am
Central Thu October 11 6.30-7.30pm
New Appleby Wed October 10 2-3pm
Tansley Woods Tue October 9 7-8pm
November
Beautiful Scars:
SALE
BURLINGTON
READS
Steeltown Secrets, Mohawk Skywalkers and the Road Home by Tom Wilson
CALENDAR-CHECK Meet the Author: Tom Wilson
Sun Dec 9 | 2-4pm | Art Gallery of Burlington
CALENDAR-CHECK Book Club Discussions
Aldershot Thu November 22 10.30-11.30am
Central Wed November 28 2-3pm
New Appleby Wed November 14 2-3pm
Tansley Woods Wed November 14 7-8pm
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All programs are FREE unless noted.
Movies
All movies are free and are first-come, first-seated.
Throwback Thursdays Classic Film Series
Aldershot 10.30am-12.30pm
Sep 27 Dirty Rotten Scoundrels (1988; PG)
Oct 25 Tootsie (1982; AA)
Nov 29 The Sting (1973; AA)
Brant Hills 6.30-8pm
Sep 6 Breakfast Club (1985; AA) 1.5h
Oct 4 Jaws (1975; 14A)
Nov 1 Stand by Me (1986; PG) 1.5h
Central 2-4 pm
Sep 13 Cabaret (1972; PG)
Sep 27 All the President’s Men (1976; AA) 2.5h
Oct 11 The Manchurian Candidate (1962; PG-13)
Oct 25 Wargames (1983; PG)
Nov 8 Platoon (1986; R)
Nov 22 National Film Board Double Feature:
And We Knew How to Dance: Women SPECIAL EVENT
in World War I & Front Lines
Season One Binge-Watch
Screeners Sat Sep 15: episodes 1-5 | 9am & 1pm | Central
Central Sat Sep 22: episodes 6-10 | 9am & 1pm | Central
Wednesdays 6.30-8.30 pm
Sep 12 The Post (2017; PG) Drop by to watch any or all episodes.
Oct 10 I, Tonya (2017; R) Morning episodes are repeated in the afternoon.
Nov 14 Phantom Thread (2017; AA)
Directors Series
Central
Sundays 1.30-3.30pm Meet
Oct 14 The Breadwinner (2017; AA) 1.5h Emmy Award-Winning
Oct 28 The Grand Budapest Hotel (2014; R) Executive Producer
Nov 11
Nov 25
Passchendaele (2008; AA)
Mary Poppins (1964; PG) 2.5h
John Weber
Doc*Side Documentary Series
Aldershot 10.30am-noon The Handmaid’s Tale from Book to Screen
Thu Sep 20 Absences (2013) Wed September 26 | 7-8pm| Central
Emmy Award-winning executive producer, John Weber
Central 2-3.30pm explores the process of adapting the acclaimed novel
Sat Sep 22 Absences (2013) by Margaret Atwood into a TV series, from financing
through all aspects of production.
Chance to win a set tour.
*Both programs are first-come, first-seated.
6 September/October/November 2018
All programs are FREE unless noted.
Maker & Technology CALENDAR-CHECK iPad Boot Camp
Learn more about your iPad. Participants must attend
Maker Open Studio both sessions.
Drop in and explore the makerspace, use the Aldershot Tue Sep 18 & 25 3-5pm
equipment and be creative. Note that completion of Brant Hills Thu Oct 11 & 25 1.30-3.30pm
Laser Cutting 101 is required to use the laser cutter. Tansley Woods Wed Oct 31 & Nov 7 10.30am-12.30pm
Drop in. See website for dates & times. Central
CALENDAR-CHECK Metal Embossing Art
Fibre Arts Open Studio Wed September 19 | 7-8.30pm | New Appleby
Saturdays: September 8 to November 24 Using simple tools, design your own ‘tile’ to create
(except Oct 13) | 9.30am-noon | Central a unique card. Suitable for ages 10 to adult. $10.
Bring your projects to the makerspace. Use our Register in person or by phone with VISA/Mastercard.
equipment to make your vision come to life. Drop in. In partnership with Art Gallery of Burlington
Virtual Reality Drop-in CALENDAR-CHECK Embroidery Machine 101
Mondays: September 10 to November 26 Learn to design and stitch monograms or custom
(except Oct 8) | 3-5pm | Central images of your choice on your own fabric items.
Choose from a variety of virtual activities, from under Thu September 27 7-8.30pm | Central
water exploration to battling space robots. Ages 13 and Sun October 21 2-3.30pm | Central
under must be accompanied by a parent/guardian. Thu November 29 10.30am-noon | Central
BookArts Open Studio CALENDAR-CHECK Laser Cutting 101
Wednesdays: Sep 12, 26, Oct 10, 24, Nov 7, 21 Learn about the equipment, materials and the basics
5.30-8.30pm | Brant Hills of laser cutting. $25. Register in person or by phone
An informal meetup to share bookbinding with VISA/Mastercard. Central
techniques. Participants must first take any BPL Sat September 29 1.30-3.30pm
BookArts bookbinding course to attend. Ages 18+ Fri October 19 2-4pm
Sat October 27 1.30-3.30pm
3D Printer Certification Fri November 16 2-4pm
Learn what you need to know to use our 3D Printer. Sat November 24 1.30-3.30pm
Completion of this class is a prerequisite to submit
your own designs for 3D printing at BPL. Friday 10-Minute Tech Help
Fridays: October 5 to 26 | 2-3pm | New Appleby
Alton Bring your device and get savvy about streaming
Thu September 13 7-8pm movies & music, downloading eBooks, etc. Drop in.
Tue September 18 3.30-4.30pm
Tue October 16 6-7pm Cricut™ Club
Tue November 6 11.15am-12.15pm Wed October 10 | 7-8.30pm | New Appleby
Thu November 22 7-8pm Card making basics with the Cricut™ machine.
Central CALENDAR-CHECK BookArts: Sampler Bookbinding
Sat September 8 9.30-10.30am Sat October 13 | 1-4pm | Brant Hills
Wed October 3 7-8pm Learn three softcover bindings. Everyone leaves with
Thu November 8 7-8pm three finished notebooks. Guest instructor: Carolyn
Wed November 21 7-8pm Eady. $20, includes supplies. Register in person or by
phone with VISA/Mastercard. Ages 18+
3D Design with Tinkercad
Wednesdays: Sep 19, Oct 24 | 6-8pm | Central Travel in Virtual Reality
Learn the basics of creating 3D models using Thu November 1 | 2-3.30pm | Brant Hills
Tinkercad. 2-hour class Be instantly transported to far off places using our
new virtual reality (VR) technology. Walk the
streets of Paris or wherever your heart desires.
CALENDAR-CHECK Registration is required.
Register online (new), in-person, or by phone.
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All programs are FREE unless noted.
Maker & Technology (continued)
CALENDAR-CHECK Android Boot Camp
Tuesdays: November 13 & 20 | 3-5pm | Aldershot
Learn more about your Android device. Participants
must attend both sessions.
CALENDAR-CHECK BookArts: Japanese Bookbinding
Sat November 17 | 1-4pm | Brant Hills
Learn about Japanese paper (washi) and various book
structures. Guest instructor: Stuart Hill. $20, includes
supplies. Register in person or by phone with VISA/ Makerspace Open House
Mastercard. Ages 18+ Sat October 13 | 9.30am-4.30pm | Central
Learn about and try out the equipment in our
CALENDAR-CHECK Serger 101 makerspace. Drop in.
Tuesdays: November 20 & 27 | 6-8.30pm | Central
Do you sew and are now looking to learn how to use Newcomers to Canada
a serger? 2-week class. $40, includes fabric. Register
in person or by phone with VISA/Mastercard. Settlement Worker in the Library
Do you have questions about government forms
CALENDAR-CHECK Click Computer Classes @Central or services, need translation help, or want to know
We offer a wide range of computer classes for more about citizenship or permanent resident status?
beginners and more intermediate learners. Call 905.464.3222 to meet with a settlement worker.
In partnership with HMC Connections.
Managing Your Files
Thu Sep 6 6.30-8pm Alton Wed: Sep 5, 19, Oct 3, 17, 31, Nov 14, 28
1-4.30pm
MS Excel I Central Fridays: September 7 to November 30
Thu Sep 20 6.30-8pm 9.30-4.30pm
Thu Nov 8 6.30-8pm Note: 1.30-4.30pm on the last Friday of the month
MS Excel II The Canadian Citizenship Test: Get Ready
Thu Sep 27 6.30-8pm Learn how to apply for citizenship and practice taking
Thu Nov 15 6.30-8pm the test during this one-day class. Call 905.464.3222
to attend.
MS Excel III Alton Wednesdays: Sep 19, Nov 14
Thu Oct 4 6.30-8pm 1.30-4.30pm
Central Fridays: Sep 28, Oct 26, Nov 30
Thu Nov 22 6.30-8pm 10am-1pm
MS PowerPoint
Thu Oct 11 6.30-8pm
Basic Computer Skills
Sat Oct 20 10.30am-noon
MS Word I
Thu Oct 18 6.30-8pm
MS Word II
Thu Oct 25 6.30-8pm
MS Word III
Thu Nov 1 6.30-8pm
CALENDAR-CHECK Registration is required.
Register online (new), in-person, or by phone.
Excel for Business
Thu Nov 29 6.30-8pm
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All programs are FREE unless noted.
Lifestyle & Education CALENDAR-CHECK Résumé Review
Wed October 3
Knit ’n’ Natter Session start times: 2pm; 2.20pm; 2.40pm; 3pm;
Bring your own project to work on in this creative social 3.20pm; 3.40pm | Aldershot
group for all ages. Children must bring an adult. Drop in. Get valuable feedback on your résumé from a YMCA
employment counsellor. Register for an individual
Aldershot Saturdays 10.30am-noon 20-minute session.
Brant Hills Mondays 6.30-8.30pm CALENDAR-CHECK Tansley Woods Trail Walk
Central Tuesdays 7-8.30pm Sat October 13 | 10-11am | Tansley Woods
Saturdays 10-11.30am Join Sean James, popular horticulturist/eco-warrior for
New Appleby Saturdays 10.30-11.30am an informative trail walk. Dress for the weather. Meet at
Housing Workshop Tansley Woods fireplace.
Mondays: Sep 10, Nov 12 | 10.30-11.30am | Central Climate Challenges, Strategies & Actions
Are you looking for an apartment or room to rent in Tue October 16 | 7-8.30pm | Central
Halton? Do you have concerns with your landlord? Get A visual talk on climate change around the world,
advice from Halton Housing Help. its impact, and actions to lessen the effects of these
Peer Zone changes. Speaker: Lisa Kohler, executive director,
Wednesdays: Sep 12-26, Oct 10-31, Nov 14-28 | Halton Environmental Network
9.30am-12.30pm | Brant Hills Less Stuff = Less Stress
Dealing with issues that have you feeling sad or Thu October 18 | 10.30am-noon | Aldershot
anxious? Drop in for peer support. Facilitated by You don’t need to be moving to move out stuff. Guest
Canadian Mental Health Association counsellors. speaker Joan Ulrich offers tips to get you started.
Meditation for Mental Health Maximize Your Health
Wednesdays: Sep 12-26, Oct 10-31, Nov 14-28 Tuesdays: Oct 23 to Nov 27 | 9.30am-noon | Central
1-2.30pm | Brant Hills Learn how to live well with chronic health conditions. In
Learn how to meditate from a Canadian Mental Health partnership with Mississauga Halton Self Management
Association counsellor. Drop in. Program. 6-week class. Register at
CALENDAR-CHECK Making Your Money Last www.maximizeyourhealth.ca or 1.855.223.6847.
Wed September 12 | 7-8pm | New Appleby Fasting for Well-Being
Invest wisely and successfully transition into retired life. Discover the multiple benefits of fasting and detox for
Speaker: Maggie Whitfield, Edward Jones physical, mental, and emotional well-being.
CALENDAR-CHECK Around the World Art Tour Speaker: Terry Tai, Farmer Jack’s
Wed September 19 | 2-3pm | Central Central Wed October 24 7-8pm
A stimulating talk for people with memory loss and their New Appleby Wed November 7 7-8pm
loved ones. Enjoy an interactive gallery tour from the CALENDAR-CHECK Five Money Questions For Women
comfort of your chair, in honour of World Alzheimer’s Day. Wed November 14 | 7-8 pm | New Appleby
CALENDAR-CHECK Essential Oils 101 Financial advisor Maggie Whitfield of Edward Jones
Hear about the potential benefits of using therapeutic helps you consider your financial goals and plan.
grade essential oils. Speaker: Jennie Webster, OM Sanctuary. CALENDAR-CHECK Holiday Make Up
Brant Hills Tue November 27 6.30-8.30pm Fri November 30 | 1-3pm | Brant Hills
Tansley Woods Tue September 25 6.30-8.30pm Refresh your ‘look’ for the holiday season.
CALENDAR-CHECK Frauds & Scams Let M.M. Robinson’s cosmetology class give
Tue September 25 | 7-8pm | Central you a make-up makeover. All ages
Learn how to combat frauds and scams. Presented in CALENDAR-CHECK Fuel a Winning Mindset
partnership with Halton Regional Police. Wed September 19 | 7-8.30 pm | Brant Hills
Craving Change™ Canadian boxing champion Ryan Rannelli shares his
Wednesdays: Sep 26 to Oct 17 | 9.30-11am | Central insights on physical and mental habits that increase
A four-week workshop for changing your relationship physical fitness.
with food. In partnership with Mississauga Halton Self
Management Program. Register at CALENDAR-CHECK Registration is required.
www.maximizeyourhealth.ca or 1.855.223.6847. Register online (new), in-person, or by phone.
September/October/November 2018 9
Lifestyle & Education CALENDAR-CHECK Registration is required.
(continued) Register online (new), in-person, or by phone.
CALENDAR-CHECK Financial Fitness Series CALENDAR-CHECK Better Health Series
All sessions: 7-8.30pm except where noted. The Burlington Family Health Team provides
Improve your money management skills in these professional medical advice in these topical and timely
workshops presented by the Credit Counselling Society. workshops.
Budgeting 101 Tobacco Talk
Mon September 10 | Central Thu September 13 | 7-8.30pm | Central
Explore the six steps to budgeting to help you take Know your options when you make the decision to
control of your finances and get peace of mind. quit smoking. Central
Budget Breakers Better Living with Your Brain
Mon September 24 | Brant Hills Fridays: October 19 to November 16
Know the three biggest budget breakers and how to 12.30-2.30pm | Aldershot
eliminate them from everyday worry. An education series for older adults on managing
memory changes and maintaining reasoning and
Vacations on a Budget awareness. Not suitable for those diagnosed with
Thu October 11 | 10.30am-noon | Aldershot cognitive impairment or any type of dementia.
Find out how to save money while planning and 5-week class.
going on vacation.
Osteoporosis Workshop
Organizing your Finances in 1 Month Thursdays: Nov 22, 29, Dec 6 | 2-3.30pm | Brant Hills
Tue October 30 | Central What you need to know about living with
What you need to know about important documents osteoporosis.
you need to have, how to store them securely, and
more.
Borrowing 101
Mon November 26 | Brant Hills
Hear about various types of financing. Learn about
leasing versus buying a vehicle, mortgages, and
student loans.
Living Well on Retirement Income
Wed November 28 | Central
You can increase your income, reduce expenses, and
live on a retirement income without having to rely CALENDAR-CHECK Spotlight on Nutrition Series
on credit to get by. Experts tell you how. Wellness sessions with registered dietitian, Paige To.
Presented in partnership with Shoppers Drug Mart.
CALENDAR-CHECK Job Search Help Series
Looking for work? Get some help from human School Safe Lunch Prep for Children
resources professional and career management Mon September 17 | 7-8pm | Alton
specialist, Sara Curto. Get time-saving tips for preparing and packing
healthy and balanced school lunches.
Job Search Roadmap
Tue September 11 | 1-3.30pm | New Appleby Managing Diabetes
Learn how to plan for an efficient, stress-free job search. Mon October 22 | 7-8pm | Brant Hills
Learn the basics of managing blood sugar levels
Get Noticed through food, nutrition, and lifestyle.
Tue October 9 | 1-3.30pm | Tansley Woods
Tips on improving your résumé and LinkedIn Nutrition & Arthritis
presence. Please bring a copy of your resume. Tue November 13 | 7-8pm | Tansley Woods
A talk about foods that fight inflammation,
Mastering the Interview supplements to ease joint pain, and foods that
Thu November 22 | 7-8.30pm | Brant Hills promote bone health.
Get the job you want by presenting your best self.
10 September/October/November 2018All programs are FREE unless noted.
Teen
Ages 13+
Teen Advisory Board (TAB) CALENDAR-CHECK When the Going Gets Tough
Play a role in shaping how and what the library Sat October 20 | 2.30-4pm | Central
does to serve teens. Make friends and gain valuable Overcoming life’s hurdles can be hard. Learn how
volunteer experience while serving our community. to push through the tough times and become a
Contact Jodi at cabralj@bpl.on.ca to register. stronger, more confidant, and positive person.
Ages 13-18 Speaker: Jessica Opoku, founder of Women with
Alton Wed: Sep 12, Oct 10, Nov 14, Dec 12 Passion and Purpose
6.30-8pm
Central Thu: Oct 18, Nov 15 Teen Maker Club
7-8.30pm Sundays: Oct 28, Nov 25 | 2-4pm | Central
Tansley Woods Wed: Sep 5, Nov 7, Dec 5 Our monthly teen takeover of the makerspace!
4.30-6 pm Come for hands-on making, digital fabrication, and
electronics in a collaborative and fun setting. Drop in.
CALENDAR-CHECK Scenes, Acts & Playwriting
Thursdays: September 20 to October 25 Colourful Creations Community Art Workshop
6.30-8.30pm | Central Mon October 29 | 7-8.30pm | Central
Explore your creativity through theatre exercises and Working with art expressionist, Erin O’Neill and
writing techniques with former drama teacher and other teens, create a colourful community banner
active community player, Deb Hindmarch. Working that celebrates wellness. Play with shapes and
solo and in groups, experience writing scripts for colours and have some artful fun!
a one act stage play. Caution: improvisational
performances may occur!
CALENDAR-CHECK Monster Academy:
Finding Wellness Through Creativity
Sat September 22 | 2.30-4pm | Alton
Have you ever felt like an outsider, or faced
discrimination or stigma? Award-winning author
and therapist Kai Cheng Thom shows you how to use
creative writing, poetry, and visual arts to explore
your inner strength and resilience. Snacks provided.
Art Portfolio Class
Wed: October 10 to 24 | 7-8.30pm | Tansley Woods
Grow your portfolio while harnessing your artistic
talents. Local artist Cailey Massey helps you develop
fine art skills through drawing exercises and projects.
Perfect for students looking to pursue a post-
secondary arts education. CALENDAR-CHECK Teen Paint Night
Bring a friend and create an acrylic on canvas.
Chat, eat, laugh as you create your masterpiece.
Treats and art supplies included.
CALENDAR-CHECK Registration is required. Aldershot Thu November 1 7-8.30pm
Register online (new), in-person, or by phone. New Appleby Wed October 3 7-8.30pm
Tansley Woods Mon November 19 7-8.30pm
CALENDAR-CHECK The Leader Within
Tue November 20 | 7-8.30pm | Alton
Discover your strengths and learn how to expand
your circle of influence. Guest speaker: Chris-Beth
Cowie, social entrepreneur and CEO of Empowered
for Excellence
September/October/November 2018 11All programs are FREE unless noted.
Children CALENDAR-CHECK Registration is required.
Tweens | Ages 10 to 12 Register online (new), in-person, or by phone.
CALENDAR-CHECK Grade 4 & 5 Book Club
Thursdays: Sep 13, Oct 11, Nov 8, Dec 13, CALENDAR-CHECK Question - Discover - Create!
Jan 10, Feb 14, Mar 14, Apr 11 McMaster Child & Youth University
4-4.45pm | Tansley Woods Saturdays: Oct 20, Nov 3 | 11am-noon | Central
Like to talk about what you read? Bring a friend and Join MCYU in the City for fun, interactive workshops
join the club! Monthly meetings. Books and snacks based on research being done on our campus! Use
provided. what you already know to ask important questions
about your world, discover new ideas, and work
together to create solutions to everyday challenges.
Visit www.mcyu.ca to discover the adventure of the
day. Ages 7-14 and their families.
CALENDAR-CHECK Character Illustration
Sat November 10 | 10am-noon | Tansley Woods
Develop your own storybook character. Local
artist Cailey Massey shows you how to bring your
character to life through drawing and watercolour
painting. Set your imagination free!
CALENDAR-CHECK Science Lab Escape Room
CALENDAR-CHECK Grade 6 & 7 Book Club Sat November 17
Mondays: Sep 17, Oct 15, Nov 19, Dec 17, 10am, 11am, noon, 1pm, 2pm, 3pm | Tansley Woods
Jan 21, Feb 11, Mar 18, Apr 15 Escape from Dr. Frankenbean’s Mad, Mad Science Lab!
4-4.45pm | Tansley Woods Designed for families with youth, ages 10-12. Groups
Like to talk about what you read? Bring a friend and of 4-6 people (including an adult) recommended.
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join the club! Monthly meetings. Call to sign up for a 45-minute session.
Books and snacks provided.
CALENDAR-CHECK The Art of Henna Tattoos
CALENDAR-CHECK Hour of Code Wed November 21 | 7-8.30pm | New Appleby
Code is everywhere, especially behind your Learn step-by-step how to make beautiful
favourite apps and games. Learn the basics of coding temporary henna tattoos from artist Erum Saeed.
through a fun step-by-step process. Please bring
your own headphones.
Alton Mon September 17 11.30am-12.30pm
Brant Hills Sat October 27 2-3pm
Culture Days & Doors Open
Fri Sep 28 & Sat Sep 29
Details at www.bpl.on.ca/feature/culturedays
Read with Queens Storytime
BookArts Book Binding Demo
CALENDAR-CHECK Coding Club Doors Open Burlington Tour
Tuesdays: September 18 to November 6 CRASH Rhythm Bucket Drumming
4-5pm or 5.30-6.30pm | Central The Many Faces of Burlington
Learn coding basics using a web-based version Tribal Thunder Drumming Circle
of Scratch. Create animations, music videos, and Henna Tattoos | Poetry Slam
interactive games. No previous coding experience and more...
required. 8-week class.
12 September/October/November 2018Children CALENDAR-CHECK Registration is required.
Register online (new), in-person, or by phone.
School-Age Children | Ages 6-9
STEAM Starts with Science CALENDAR-CHECK Grade 1 to 3 Relax & Listen Book Club
Hands-on fun with science, technology, engineering, What’s better than a great story? A great story and a
art, and math! Activities may vary by location. snack! Listen to a novel we’ve chosen together.
Alton Wed: Sep 19 to Oct 3 4.30-5.30pm
Wed: Nov 21 to Dec 19 4.30-5.30pm Central Tue: Nov 6 to Dec 11 4-4.45pm
Arrive early to register Tansley Woods Wed: Sep 19 to Oct 24 4-4.45pm
Central Wed: Sep 12 to Oct 24 4-4.45pm
Wed: Nov 14 to Dec 19 4-4.45pm CALENDAR-CHECK Eco-Awareness
Drop in Go green! Learn about how to protect and respect
New Appleby Sat: Sep 8, 15, 22 10.30-noon our environment. Each week offers a new theme.
Drop in
Tansley Woods Tue: Nov 6, 13, 20, 27 4-4.45pm New Appleby Sat: Oct 6 to 27 10.30-11.30am
Drop in Tansley Woods Tue: Oct 2 to 23 4-4.45pm
Library LEGO™ CALENDAR-CHECK Paws 4 Stories
Saturdays: Sep 15, 29, Oct 13, 27, Nov 10, 24 Kids read one-on-one to a St. John Ambulance
10am-noon | Tansley Woods therapy dog and trainer, to build confidence reading.
What can you build? Come create with our library 20-minute sessions; participants must be able to
LEGO! Drop in. Children 5 and under must attend all sessions in the series. Limited spaces.
bring an adult.
Aldershot Session 1: Sat: Oct 13 to Nov 3
9.30-9.50am or 10-10.20am
PA Day: Got Science? Session 2: Sat: Nov 10 to Dec 1
Mon September 17 9.30-9.50am or 10-10.20am
Celebrate Science Literacy Week with hands-on fun.
Drop in, activities may vary by location. Children 5 Central Session 1: Wed: Oct 3 to 24
and under must bring an adult. 4.30-4.50pm or 5-5.20pm
Alton 10am-1pm Session 2: Wed: Nov 7 to 28
Brant Hills 10am-1pm 4.30-4.50pm or 5-5.20pm
Central 10am-2pm
Tansley Woods 10am-1pm New Appleby Session 1: Tue: Oct 9 to 30
4.30-4.50pm or 5-5.20pm
CALENDAR-CHECK Club Rex Session 2: Tue: Nov 6 to 27
Mon September 17 4.30-4.50pm or 5-5.20pm
Explore dinosaurs and the latest prehistoric
discoveries with Club Rex. Come for a fun and Tansley Woods Session 1: Wed: Oct 3 to 24
informative talk and then get up close to real 5.30-5.50pm or 6-6.20pm
museum pieces. Ages 6-12 Session 2: Wed: Nov 7 to 28
Central 10-11am 5.30-5.50pm or 6-6.20pm
Tansley Woods 1-2pm
CALENDAR-CHECK Grade 1 to 3 Mindfulness Book Club
Tuesdays: September 18 to October 23
4.15-5pm | Central
Discover inner calm with mindfulness stories and
basic stretching and breathing techniques.
Bring along a towel of yoga mat.
September/October/November 2018 13All programs are FREE unless noted.
Children
Family Fun @the Branches
Eco-Explorers
Saturdays: September 8 to November 24
2-3pm | Central
Whether we take a stroll outside or bring the outside
in, come for hands-on activities and crafts to learn
about the world around us. Drop in.
Family Flicks
Relax and enjoy newer PG releases and classic family
favourites. Doors open 30 minutes before show time.
Aldershot Sat: Sep 8 to Nov 24 2-4pm
Brant Hills Sat: Sep 8-22, Oct 6, 20, 27 2-4pm
Central Fri: Sep 7 to Nov 30 4-5.30pm
New Appleby Sat: Sep 8 to Nov 24 2-4pm
Tansley Woods Mon: Sep 10-24, Oct 1, 15, 22, 7-9pm
Nov 12, 26 7-9pm
Sat-ART-Day Storytime 101 for Adults
Grab your friends and family and create some art us- Learn storytime techniques, tips, and ideas to make
ing supplies from our Loose Parts table. Drop in. storytime at home more engaging.
*No session on Oct 6 Alton Thu November 8 7-8.15pm
Alton Sat: Sep 15-Oct 27; Nov 17-Dec 22* Central Sat October 20 10-11.15am
11.30am-12.30pm
Tansley Woods Sat: Sep 8, 22, Oct 6, 20, Nov 3, 17 Question - Discover - Create!
Dec 1, 15 McMaster Child & Youth University
10am-noon Saturdays: Oct 20, Nov 3 | 11am-noon | Central
Geared to youth ages 7-14 and their families.
See page 12 for details.
Come Build with Us Challenge
Saturdays: November 3 to 24
From T-shirt to Yarn 10am-noon | New Appleby
Celebrate Waste Reduction Week by learning how to Bring your BIG ideas, inventiveness, problem solving,
turn your T-shirts into yarn to make a few projects. creative thinking, teamwork, and get building! Use
Bring an old t-shirt to cut up. our assorted construction materials to meet new
Aldershot Thu October 4 7-8.30pm challenges every week. Drop in.
New Appleby Sat October 20 10.30am-noon
BYOBaby Book Club
CALENDAR-CHECK “Thriller” Workshop Are you a new parent yearning to chat about “grown-
Mon October 29 | 6-7pm | Tansley Woods up” books with other adults? Whether you have
Join Hip Hop instructor Josh Court from Rising Star already read it, heard about it, or are looking for your
Performing Arts as he guides you through this iconic next read, just pack the diaper bag and join us with
dance routine. Ages 7+ your wee one. Drop in.
Alton Mon: Sep 24, Oct 22, Nov 26
12.30-1.30pm
CALENDAR-CHECK Registration is required. Tansley Woods Fri: Sep 14, Oct 12, Nov 9
Register online (new), in-person, or by phone. 9.30-10.30am
14 September/October/November 2018All programs are FREE unless noted.
Children
Young Children
Ages infant to 5 with adult caregiver participation
Mini Math Mini Explorers
Let’s count, name shapes, make patterns, have fun! Explore the world around us! Whether we take
Try hands-on activities that develop early numeracy a stroll outside or bring the outside in, join us for
and pre-literacy skills. Ages 1-5 some hands-on activities that help kids learn about
Alton Mon: Oct 15, 22 10-11am the environment and our world. Ages infant to 5
Arrive early to register in person Alton Mon: Sep 17 to Oct 1 10-11am
New Appleby Thu: Sep 6 to 27 10am-noon Arrive early to register in person
Drop in Brant Hills Thu: Sep 13 to 27 10.30-11am
Arrive early to register in person
Mini Masterpieces Tansley Woods Tue September 18 11am-noon
You and your toddler combine your creativity into Drop In
one fun collaborative mini masterpiece! Ages 1-5
Alton Mon: Dec 3 to 17 10-11am CALENDAR-CHECK Stuffies’ Night at the Library
Arrive early to register in person Bring your stuffie best friend for storytime, and then
Central Fri: Sep 7 to 28 10-11am leave stuffie for a night of behind-the-scenes fun at
Drop in the library. Pick up stuffie the next day to hear about
their adventures! All ages
Mini Playdate
Bring your little ones for a fun and interactive play Aldershot Drop Off: Fri Oct 19 10.30-11.30am
session. Be ready to play explore, discover, and Pick Up: Sat Oct 20
create together. Drop in anytime. Ages infant to 5
Aldershot Wed November 7 Alton Drop Off: Wed Oct 17 6-7pm
10.30-11.30am Pick Up: Thu Oct 18
Fridays: Nov 2, 9
10.30-11.30am Tansley Woods Drop Off: Thu Oct 4 6-7pm
Alton Wed: Sep 26, Oct 24, Nov 21, Dec 12 Pick Up: Fri Oct 5 1-6pm
1.30-2.30pm
Brant Hills Sat: Sep 8, Oct 13, Nov 10 Mini Messy Makers
10am-noon Dress for mess! Explore simple science concepts and
creative techniques. Ages 1-5
My First Library Card Alton Mon: Nov 12 to 26 10-11am
Welcome to the magical world of the library! Come Arrive early to register in person
for stories and crafts and sign up your child for their Central Fri: Oct 5 to 26 10-11am
own library card. Caregivers need to bring current Drop in
photo ID with proof of address. Ages infant to 5
Alton Mon September 10 10-10.45am Mini Tinker Time
Arrive early to register in person Fridays: November 2 to 30 | 10-11am | Central
Central Sat September 15 10.30-11.15am Explore, design, build, and discover! Hands-on
Drop in activities using structures and simple tools. Drop in.
Ages 1-5
Mini Music Makers
Come explore instruments and have fun with music Create, Shake & Celebrate!
and movement. Ages 1-5. Arrive early to register Thursdays: Nov 15, 22, 29 | 10.30-11am | Brant Hills
in person. Get movin’ at these special storybook days with
Alton Thu: Sep 13 to Oct 25 9.30-10am crafts, music, and movement. Arrive early to register
10.30-11am in person. Ages 1-5
Thu: Nov 15 to Dec 13 9.30-10am
10.30-11am
Brant Hills Thu: Oct 11, 18 10.30-11am
September/October/November 2018 15All storytimes are FREE .
Storytime
Alton Aldershot New Appleby
Arrive early to register in person. No sign-up required. No sign-up required.
Small Oneders Grandparents Storytime Grandparents Storytime
Tuesdays: September 11 to October Sat September 8 | 10-10.30am Thu September 6 | 10.30-11am
23; November 13 to December 18
9.30-10am Toddler Storytime Family Storytime
Wednesdays: September 12 to Thursdays: September 13 to October
Family Storytime October 24; November 14 to 25; November 15 to December 20
Tuesdays: September 11 to October December 19 10.30-11am
23; November 13 to December 18 10.30-11am
(except Oct 30, Nov 6) Family Storytime
10.30-11am Family Storytime Fridays: September 14 to October 26;
Fridays: September 14 to October 26; November 16 to December 21
Family Storytime November 16 to December 21 10.30-11am
Fridays: September 14 to October 26; 10.30-11am
November 16 to December 21
9.30-10am Halloween Family Storytime Tansley Woods
Wed October 31 | 10.30-11am No sign-up required.
Family Storytime
Fridays: September 14 to October 26; Baby Rhyme Time
November 16 to December 21 Central Thursdays: September 13 to October
25; November 15 to December 20
10.30-11am No sign-up required.
10-10.30am
Family Storytime Baby Rhyme Time
Saturdays: September 15 to October Tuesdays: September 11 to October
Tales for Twos
27 (except Oct 6); November 17 to Mondays: September 10 to October
23; November 13 to December 18
December 22 22; November 12 to December 17
10-10.30am
10.30-11am 10-10.30am
Small Oneders Preschool Storytime
*Our storytimes are very popular Wednesdays: September 12 to
Tuesdays: September 11 to October
and seating is limited. Please October 24; November 14 to
23; November 13 to December 18
December 19
arrive early to register in person. 10-10.30am
10-10.30
For storytime descriptions: Family Storytime
www.bpl.on.ca/explore/for-kids Tales for Twos Wednesdays: September 12 to
Thursdays: September 13 to October
October 24; November 14 to
25; November 15 to December 20
December 19
10-10.30am
10-10.30am
Preschool Storytime Halloween Family Storytime
Brant Hills Mondays: September 10 to October
22; November 12 to December 17
Sat October 27 | 10.30-11am
No sign-up required.
10-10.30am
Family Storytime
Tuesdays: September 11 to October Family Storytime
23; November 13 to December 18 Saturdays: September 1 to December
10.30-11am 15 (except Sept 15 and Sept 29)
10.30-11am
Halloween Family Storytime
Wed October 31 | 10.30-11am Halloween Family Storytime
Wed October 31 | 10-10.30am
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