Windsor Public Library



SUMMER PROGRAMS 2017

CENTRAL

850 Ouellette Avenue

TECH HUB FREE PLAY

Central

Monday, July 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 • 2:30 - 4:00 pm

Monday, August 14, 21, 28 • 2:30 - 4:00 pm

Explore the different tech tools we have in the Tech Hub. From GarageBand to electronic cutters, from robots to video cameras and software. All ages welcome, children under 12 with a caregiver. Ext. 4434.

LIBRARY LIVE TEEN VOLUNTEER TRAINING

Tuesday, July 4 • 2:00 - 4:00 pm

Wednesday, July 5 • 2:00 - 4:00 pm

Saturday, July 8 • 2:00 - 4:00 pm

Teens looking for volunteer work are required to attend at least two training sessions.

BUTTON UP

Thursday, July 6 • 1:00 - 3:00 pm

TWEEN COLOURING CLUB

Friday, July 7, 14, 21, 28 • 10:30 - 11:30 pm

Friday, August 4, 11, 18, 25 • 10:30 - 11:30 pm

Simply Colour, we’ll provide everything. Ages 8 to 14.

LIBRARY LIVE CHESS, LEGO & X-BOX CLUB

Saturday, July 8, 22 • 1:00 - 4:00 pm

Saturday, August 12, 26 • 1:00 - 3:30 pm

Tuesday, July 11, 18, 25 • 1:00 - 3:30 pm

Tuesday, August 8, 15, 22 • 1:00 - 3:30 pm

Wednesday, July 12, 19, 26 • 1:00 - 3:30 pm

Wednesday, August 9, 16, 23 • 1:00 - 3:30 pm

Children and teen volunteers meet to learn to play chess. X-box games, Duplo Lego and a variety of board games are also available. Ages 4 to 12. Registration required.

THE BEST CANADIAN CHILDREN’S STORYTIME

Monday, July 10, 17, 24, 31 • 10:00 - 11:00 am

Monday, August 14, 21, 28 • 10:00 - 11:00 am

Stories will be read this summer at the library. Franklin Stories by Paulette Bourgeois, Caribbean stories by Canadian Ricardo Keenes-Douglas, Nunavut stories by Michael Kusugak, African stories by Tololwa M. Mollel and funny poem and stories by Dennis Lee and Robert Munch to name a few.

TUESDAY TIME TRAVEL SCAVENGER HUNTS

Tuesday, July 11, 18 • 1:00 - 3:30 pm

Tuesday, August 8 • 1:00 - 3:30 pm

Find and learn 150 cool things about Canada. Join the Library Live children’s scavenger hunts. We will be acting, doing crafts, playing gentle indoor games and other fun activities. Costumes will be provided. Ages 4 to 12.

ACTION ART

Wednesday, July 12, 19, 26 • 1:00 - 3:30 pm

Wednesday, August 2, 9, 16 • 1:00 - 3:30 pm

We are doing live action painting, sculpting, 3D paper crafts, recycling art featuring Trolls, Disney princess, Cars, Star Wars, Superheroes and more. Ages 4 to 12. Registration required.

CANADIAN STAR WARS TRAINING CAMP

Thursday, July 13 • 1:00 - 3:30 pm

Thursday, August 24 • 1:00 - 3:30 pm

Calling all who want to be Jedi’s, join us for an afternoon of Star Wars related activities. Ages 4 to 12.

FIREWORKS ART

Thursday, July 20 • 1:00 - 2:00 pm

I GOTTA GO MUNSCH

Saturday, July 22 • 2:00 - 3:30 pm

Join us for a fun afternoon of books, art, crafts and games all based on Robert Munsch. Ages 4 to 9. Registration required.

CANADIAN CRAFT TIME

Tuesday, July 25 • 10:00 - 11:00 am

Join us for some truly Canadian crafts. Ages 4 and up with a caregiver.

SEW WHAT

Tuesday, July 25 • 1:00 - 3:30 pm

Tuesday, August 15, 22, 29 • 1:00 - 3:30 pm

Join us as we learn the basics of design sewing by hand sewing class. All supplies provided. Make your own craft and later book a time in the Tech Hub to use their sewing machine to finish of your project. Ages 8 to 12.

CANADIAN WIZARDING WORLD

Thursday, July 27 • 1:00 - 3:30 pm

Join us for our annual Harry potter event. Costume contest, games, wizard chess, crafts, potions, stories and more. Ages 4 to 12. Registration required.

SUMMER READING CHALLENGE

Tuesday, August 1 • 1:00 - 3:30 pm

Join us for an in-house reading challenge program. Prizes to be won join the fun. Ages 4 to 12. Registration required.

HAND PRINT ANIMAL FUN

Thursday, August 10 • 1:00 - 2:00 pm

PARACHUTE STORYTIME AND GAMES

Saturday, August 12 • 1:00 - 3:30 pm

Join us for an afternoon of great stories and parachute games.

PAPER AIRPLANE CONTEST

Thursday, August 17 • 1:00 - 3:30 pm

Who will go the furthest, do the best stunts and make an original design? Join us for our annual paper airplane contest. All supplies provided. Ages 4 to 12. Registration required.

LET’S GET READY FOR KINDERGARTEN

Tuesday, August 22 • 10:00 - 11:00 am

Is your child getting ready to head off to Kindergarten in a couple of weeks? Come in and join us for all things ‘Kindergarten’ storytime ands craft.

SCIENCE FAIR

Wednesday, August 23 • 1:00 - 3:30 pm

Join us for our annual summer science fair. What will you learn this year? Ages 4 to 12. Registration required.

READING CHALLENGE

Tuesday, August 29 • 1:00 - 3:30 pm

Come in and read your favourite books and win a prize. Ages 3 to 12.

SCHOOL READY ACTIVITIES

Wednesday, August 30 • 1:00 - 3:30 pm

Come and see what books and materials we have for you to go back to school. Ages 4 to 12.

For information or to register call 519-255-6770, Ext, 4579.

BRIDGEVIEW

1295 Campbell Avenue

STYLE OF MY OWN

Tuesday, July 4 • 2:00 - 3:00 pm

Some colourful and lively activities give everyone a little taste of who they are.

LEAVE A LEAF

Thursday, July 6 • 2:00 - 3:00 pm

Let’s celebrate Canada’s 150th birthday by adding a leaf to our wall.

MAKE YOUR OWN MASK

Tuesday, July 11 • 2:00 - 3:00 pm

Make your own mask to celebrate Canada’s 150th birthday.

SUMMER READING CLUB

Thursday, July 13, 27 • 2:00 - 3:00 pm

Thursday, August 3, 17 • 2:00 - 3:00 pm

This is a free reading club at the library. Every meeting will have a reading adventure that makes reading fun. Each child who joins the club receives a postcard a sticker sheet and notebook to record what they are reading.

FAMILY COLOURING FUN

Saturday, July 15 • 2:00 - 4:00 pm

Saturday, August 19 • 2:00 - 4:00 pm

Join us at the library to spend quality time with your family.

CELEBRATE CANADA’S 150th BIRTHDAY

SUMMER MURAL PARTY

Monday, July 17 • 2:00 - 3:00 pm

We are living in Canada with a diverse nation of people. Celebrate Canada’s 150th join us for a summer mural party. We have the art supplies and you bring the creativity.

DREAMCATCHER

Tuesday, July 18 • 2:00 - 3:00 pm

Do you like to catch your dream? Join us at the library to make your own dreamcatcher. You can hang it near a window. Ages 5 to 12.

MY STRANGE TALES OF CANADA

Thursday, July 20 • 2:00 - 3:00 pm

Do you like to write, draw or colour your own tale about your Canada? Join us at the library and show us your creativity. All supplies will be provided. Ages 5 to 12.

CANADA’S MOSAIC

Monday, July 24 • 2:00 - 3:00 pm

Use pieces of colour to create a vibrant place in Canada.

K’NEX CLUB

Tuesday, July 25 • 5:00 - 6:00 pm

Tuesday, August 15 • 5:00 - 6:00 pm

Join us as we play with K’NEX to build some awesome structures. Registration required.

AQUARIUM IN A JAR

Monday, July 31 • 2:00 - 3:00 pm

Create your own portable “Aquarium in a jar” everything will be supplied. Registration required.

MOSAIC STORY STONE

Tuesday, August 1 • 2:00 - 3:00 pm

Would you like to show us your story by painting your own mosaic stone? Join us to Celebrate Canada’s Birthday.

NAIL POLISH ART

Wednesday, August 2 • 2:00 - 3:00 pm

Learn how to create simple and fun nail art! Express yourself. All supplies provided.

GAME ON

Saturday, August 5 • 2:00 - 3:00 pm

Do you like board games? You can play with Lego, chess or different types of board games.

RECYCLE ART HACK

Tuesday, August 8 • 2:00 - 3:00 pm

You’re invited to feel cultural diversity with recycled books and magazines to create unique collage style art pieces to display at home. Ages 5 to 12.

MARBLED PAINTING

Thursday, August 10 • 2:00 - 3:00 pm

This fun activity will teach you a technique using shaving cream and food colour to create a marbled effect on some pretty paper leaves for summer.

LET’S MAKE SLIME

Monday, August 14 • 2:00 - 3:00 pm

Learn about the science of slime and make your own to take home.

ALUMINIUM FOIL ART

Wednesday, August 23 • 2:00 - 3:00 pm

Do you know how to make aluminium foil art? You can take this art home and decorate your room. Join us at the library to show your creativity. Registration required.

For information or to register call 519-255-6770, Ext. 2200.

BUDIMIR

1310 Grand Marais West

CANADIAN TRIVIA

Monday, July 3 • 2:00 - 3:00 pm

Kick of Canada’s 150th birthday summer celebration with fun! Paint your own Canada 150 flag and play Canadian Trivia! Registration required.

BALLOON LACROSSE

Tuesday, July 4 • 11:00 am - Noon

Come play Canada’s national sport, using balloons and pool noodles! Ages 6 to 12. Registration required.

CELEBRATION TAMBOURINE

Wednesday, July 5 • 2:00 - 3:00 pm

Let’s see how we make a shaker tambourine and turn it into a musical instrument. Ages 4 and up. Registration required.

CANADA’S MOSAIC

Thursday, July 6 • 3:00 - 4:00 pm

Tuesday, August 22 • 3:00 - 4:00 pm

Join us as we learn about famous places around Canada and create a mosaic mural. Ages 4 and up. Registration required.

LEGO CN TOWER CHALLENGE

Monday, July 10 • 2:00 - 3:00 pm

Have fun trying to build the tallest CN tower you can with Lego blocks, our great Canadian landmark. Ages 5 to 12.

HOCKEY DAY AT BUDIMIR

Tuesday, July 11:00 am • 11:00 - Noon

Design and decorate your own hockey mini-stick and play a mini hockey game. Registration required.

BOPPER HEADBANDS

Wednesday, July 12 • 2:00 - 3:00 pm

These wavy bopper headbands will make you the coolest kid in the world. Ages 4 and up. Registration required.

INUKSUK MEANS WELCOME

Monday, July 17 • 2:00 - 3:00 pm

Learn about its origin and make your own Inuksuk.

WHO LIVES IN AN IGLOO?

Tuesday, July 18 • 11:00 am - Noon

Learn some facts about igloos and have some fun making one at the library.

PIN WHEELS AND WINDMILLS

Wednesday, July 19 • 2:00 - 3:00 pm

The perfect summer crafts to brighten up your porch. Ages 7 and up. Registration required.

CRAFTING THE CREATURES OF CANADA

Thursday, July 20, 27 • 2:00 - 3:00 pm

Thursday, August 3, 10, 17, 24 • 2:00 - 3:00 pm

Young animal lovers are invited to the library to craft some of Canada’s most famous animals! Each week create a new craft. Join us and bring home a patriotic zoo of loons, beavers, puffins and more! Registration required.

OJIBWA LEGEND OF THE DREAM CATCHER

Monday, July 24 • 2:00 - 3:00 pm

A mystical Dream catcher served as the spiritual protector for young children and babies. If you would like to learn more and make your own dream catcher join us at the library. Registration required.

ZOO2YOU

Tuesday, July 25 • 1:00 - 2:00 pm

See and touch reptiles, amphibians, insects and mammals today with the amazing ZOO2YOU!

RAIN RAIN I WANT TO PLAY

Wednesday, July 26 • 2:00 - 3:00 pm

Want to hear the sound of falling rain even when it’s not raining? Let’s make the rain sticks to make the sound of rain. Ages 7 and up. Registration required.

PUFFINS ALL AROUND!

Tuesday, August 1 • 11:00 - 11:45 am

Join us as we make an Atlantic Puffin craft. Ages 4 and up.

TORN PAPER PORTRAITS

Wednesday, August 2 • 2:00 - 3:00 pm

Have you ever painted with torn paper? Come out and try. Ages 6 and up. Registration required.

NORTHERN SKIES

Tuesday, August 8 • 11:00 am - Noon

Join us as we chalk and paint to recreate the northern lights of Canada. Ages 8 and up. Registration required.

CATCHING COLOURS

Wednesday, August 9 • 2:00 - 3:00 pm

Show off your mix of favourite colours with this sun catcher. Ages 6 and up. Registration required.

BEAVER DAM CHALLENGE

Monday, August 14 • 2:00 - 3:00 pm

Test your engineering skills by constructing a beaver dam at the library. Ages 7 to 12. Registration required.

HAND TREE COLLAGE

Wednesday, August 16 • 2:00 - 3:00 pm

Let’s grow a tree together during this collage craft. Ages 3 and up. Registration required.

DIGGING FOR CANADIAN DINOSAURS

Monday, August 21 • 2:00 - 3:00 pm

Discover your inner paleontologist, join our team! Dig for fossils and Canadian dinosaur bones. Registration required.

For information or to register call 519-255-6770, Ext. 3300.

FONTAINEBLEAU

3030 Rivard Avenue

LEAVE A LEAF

For the entire month of July and August

Let’s celebrate Canada’s 150th birthday by adding a leaf to our wall at every daily visit.

BREAK FROM THE SUN

Tuesday, July 4, 11, 18, 25 • 3:00 - 5:00 pm

Monday, July 10, 17, 24, 31 • 1:00 - 4:00 pm

Tuesday, August 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 • 3:00 - 5:00 pm

Monday, August 14, 21, 28 • 1:00 - 4:00 pm

It’s time to game! Join us for Xbox or board games.

COOL COOKING FOR KIDS

Wednesday, July 5 • 3:00 - 4:00 pm

Learn how to wrap a healthy snack to create edible flower garnishes. Ages 10 and up. Registration required.

FUN WITH FAMILY PUPPETS

Thursday, July 6 • 10:30 - 11:30 am

Join us in creative puppet fun. Learn how to move a marionette and tell a story using our puppet pals. Ages 4 and up with a caregiver.

COOL COOKING FOR KIDS

Wednesday, July 12 • 3:00 - 4:00 pm

Learn how to wrap a healthy snack to creating edible flower garnishes. Ages 10 and up. Registration required.

FAMILY FUN WITH PUPPETS

Thursday, July 13 • 10:30 - 11:30 am

Join us in creative puppet fun. Learn how to move a marionette and tell a story using our puppet pals. Age 4 and up with a caregiver.

CELEBRATE WITH FROSTING

Wednesday, July 19 • 3:00 - 4:00 pm

Get creative and mix and design with some festive frosting. Ages 8 and up with a caregiver. Registration required.

BINGO FUN

Wednesday, July 26 • 3:00 - 4:00 pm

Play a few rounds of summer bingo! Summer prizes to be won. Ages 8 and up.

BEAUTIFUL JUNK

Wednesday, August 2 • 3:00 - 4:00 pm

Use your imagination and create a work of art using little bits of this and that. Ages 6 and up.

SLIME TIME

Wednesday, August 9 • 3:00 - 4:00 pm

Get messy, make shaving cream slime! Ages 10 and up.

LOVELY LOOMING

Wednesday, August 16 • 3:00 - 4:00 pm

Learn the art of looming! Use colourful rubber bands to create beautiful friendship bracelets. Ages 10 and up.

BUBBLE SNAKE BUBBLE BLOWER

Wednesday, August 23 • 3:00 - 4:00 pm

Make a soapy snake with your homemade bubble blower. Ages 10 and up.

MINUTE TO WIN IT

Wednesday, August 30 • 3:00 - 4:00 pm

Join us for fun 1 minute challenges. Ages 10 and up.

For more information or to register call 519-255-6770, Ext. 5000.

FOREST GLADE

3211 Forest Glade Drive

MOOSEKETEERS CRAFT AND STORYTIME

Wednesday, July 5 • 2:30 - 3:30 pm

Get in touch with your inner moose as you join us for a craft, a campfire story and some s’mores. For school aged children.

CANADA’S MOSAIC

Wednesday, July 12 • 2:30 - 3:30 pm

Learn all about Canada’s diversity and the many different places across Canada. We will create our own mosaics based on Canada’s provinces, territories and natural wonders. Registration required.

CANADIAN BUTTON MAKING BONANZA

Saturday, July 15 • 2:30 - 3:30 pm

Join us at the library and experiment with our button maker! We will be making Canada-themed buttons in celebration of Canada’s 150th. Ages 7 to 13. Registration required.

ROBOTICS AND TECH CLUB

Tuesday, July 18 • 4:15 - 5:15 pm

Tuesday, August 22 • 4:15 - 5:15 pm

Join us. This club is held once a month at the library and is designed to spark your imagination and creativity. For ages 8 to 13. Registration required.

CANUCANOE?

Wednesday, July 19 • 2:30 - 3:30 pm

Join us in making a mini version of that classic Canadian means of conveyance, the canoe and listen to the story of Paddle to the Sea, about a tiny canoe that makes an amazing voyage.

CELEBRATING CANADIAN PAINTERS

Saturday, July 29 • 2:30 - 3:30 pm

If you love art and painting, this is the program for you. We will discuss some of Canada’s most famous painters and learn how to paint just like them. Registration required.

RCMP CRAFT

Wednesday, August 2 • 2:00 - 3:30 pm

Tip your hat to the RCMP by making your own Mounties hat. Have fun hanging out with our own upstanding (cardboard) Mounties and put your Canadian history knowledge to the test with an RCMP quiz! School aged children.

CANADIAN BINGO AND TRIVIA EXTRAVAGANZA

Saturday, August 12 • 2:00 - 3:00 pm

How much do you know about Canada? Show off your skills at our Canadian themed bingo and trivia day. Ages 6 to 12.

CANADIAN LANDMARK ENGINEERING CHALLENGE

Wednesday, August 16 • 2:30 - 3:30 pm

Learn about some of Canada’s well known buildings and landmarks with this fun activity. Using popsicle sticks, straws and other simple materials we will be building our own versions of Canada’s greatest structures. Registration required.

THE GREAT CANADIAN POETRY CONTEST

Saturday, August 26

Write a poem about your love of Canada and submit it to the library to win a Chapters gift card! Age groups 6 to 8 and 9 to 11. Poems must be submitted by August 26th. Winners will be notified by the end of August.

For information or to register call 519-255-6770, Ext. 5400.

REMINGTON PARK

2710 Lillian Street

RED AND WHITE DAY, EH?

Monday, July 3 • 2:00 - 3:30 pm

Come and celebrate Canada’s birthday with crafts and a treat! Ages 5 to12.

MINION MADNESS

Wednesday, July 5 • 2:00 - 3:30 pm

Kevin, Bob Dave... who are your favourite Minion characters? Join us for some fun crafts. Ages 7 to 12.

YARN TURTLE

Saturday, July 8 • 2:00 - 3:00 pm

Make your own adorable baby turtle using popsicle sticks and yarn. Ages 7 to 12.

PAPER PLATE JELLYFISH

Monday, July 10 • 2:00 - 3:00 pm

Join us for this colourful “Under the sea” craft as we create our own jellyfish. Ages 7 to 12.

DRAGONFLIES AND BUTTERFLIES, OH MY!

Wednesday, July 12 • 2:00 - 3:00 pm

Create your very own dragonfly and butterfly. Ages 7 to 12.

SMURF DAY

Saturday, July 15 • 2:00 - 3:30 pm

What are blue, white and live in mushrooms? SMURFS! Join us for some crafts and a tasty treat. Ages 7 to 12.

STAINED GLASS KITES

Monday, July 17 • 2:00 - 3:00 pm

Make a beautiful kite sun catcher with tissue paper to decorate your window. Ages 5 to12.

WATER BOTTLE WIND SPIRALS

Wednesday, July 19 • 2:00 - 3:00 pm

Create a dazzling wind spiral out of a water bottle. Ages 7 to 12.

COLOUR YOUR LIBRARY

Saturday, July 22 • 2:00 - 3:00 pm

Bring your creativity and we’ll supply the chalk and window markers to make the library beautiful! Ages 5 to 12.

SPINNING PINWHEELS

Monday, July 24 • 2:00 - 3:00 pm

Make your very own pinwheel and take it for a spin!

Ages 7 to 12.

COOL CACTUSES

Tuesday, July 25 • 2:00 - 3:30 pm

Fork-painting and sand art unite in this super cool cactus craft! Ages 5 to 12.

YARN PAINTING

Wednesday, July 26 • 2:00 - 3:00 pm

Do you want to paint without using any paint at all? Try your hand at yarn painting! Ages 5 to 12.

EMOJI EXPRESSIONS

Saturday, July 29 • 2:00 - 3:30 pm

Let’s get emotional! Design a bookmark with your favourite Emoji expression, and then let it all out with your very own Emoji stress ball. Ages 5 to 12.

WILD FOR WATERMELON

Tuesday, August 1 • 2:00 - 3:30 pm

Cool off with this refreshing paper plate craft while enjoying a delicious slice of watermelon. We’ll use the seeds to make our masterpieces. Ages 5 to 12.

SCRATCHBOARD ART

Wednesday, August 2 • 2:00 - 3:00 pm

Use crayons to create some amazing artwork. Ages 7 to 12.

PASTA MANDALAS

Saturday, August 5 • 2:00 - 3:30 pm

Using multi-colour dried pasta, we will explore the beautiful symmetry of Mandala Art. Ages 5 to 12.

POOL NOODLE DRAGONS

Tuesday, August 8 • 2:00 - 3:30 pm

Funny or ferocious and fire breathing? You decide. Using pool noodles, felt, yarn and tissue paper we will create the library’s own clan of dragons. Ages 5 to 12.

ABSORPTION ART

Wednesday, August 9 • 2:00 - 3:00 pm

Have some fun with watercolours and create your masterpiece. Ages 7 to 10.

LIBRARY LUAU

Saturday, August 12 • 2:00 - 3:30 pm

Try your hand at limbo, dance the Hula, craft a pineapple and enjoy a Hawaiian treat at our library luau. Ages 5 to 12.

NEMO PAPER PLATE AQUARIUM

Monday, August 14 • 2:00 - 3:00 pm

Make an aquarium for Nemo, Dory and their friends that don’t need any water at all. Ages 5 to 10.

GROSSOLOGY

Tuesday, August 15 • 2:00 - 3:30 pm

Are you ready to get grossed out? Mix together some slimy boogers, learn the science of blood, and create a pet virus and more. Ages 5 to 12.

DOT ART

Wednesday, August 16 • 2:00 - 3:00 pm

Have fu n creating artwork using the dot technique, otherwise known as stippling. Ages 7 to 12.

POKÉ PARTY

Saturday, August 19 • 2:00 - 3:30 pm

Who is your favourite Pokémon? Let us know as we go Poké crazy with themed games, activities and crafts. Ages 5 to 12.

For information or to register call 519-255-6770, Ext. 5500.

RIVERSIDE

6305 Wyandotte Street East

SUMMER READING PROGRAM

Tuesday, July 4, 11, 18, 25 • 3:00 - 4:00 pm

Tuesday, August 1, 8, 15 • 3:00 - 4:00 pm

Join us for weekly games, activities and book talks. Ages 4 to 12 with a caregiver. Registration required.

GAME DAY

Wednesday, July 5, 12, 19, 26 • 12:30 - 2:30 pm

Wednesday, Aug 2, 9, 16 • 12:30 - 2:30 pm

Drop in for board games with friends, solve a puzzle or get wacky on the Wii.

POKEMON TRADING CARD CLUB

Thursday, July 6, 13, 20, 27

Thursday, August 3, 10, 17 • 3:00 - 4:00 pm

Drop in to make some great trades with new friends, learn the card game and make a craft or two.

For information or to register call 519-255-6770, Ext. 6600.

SANDWICH

3312 Sandwich Street

CRAFTY CREATIONS

Tuesday, July 4, 11, 18, 25 • 1:00 - 5:00 pm

Tuesday, August 1, 8, 15 • 1:00 - 5:00 pm

The crafting continues, it’s time to be creative at the library. Drop in for a new craft each week. All ages.

CAPTAIN PAGETURNER’S LOST TREASURE

Thursday, July 6 • 2:00 - 3:00 pm

Argh! Captain Pageturner has lost his pirate treasure. Follow the clues and find the pirate’s booty. Ages 8 to 12. Registration required.

ART SQUAD

Thursday, July 13 • 2:00 - 3:00 pm

Thursday, August 10 • 2:00 - 3:00 pm

Art and craft activities. Ages 11 to 14.

YOU DON’T KNOW CANADA!

Thursday, July 20 • 2:00 - 3:00 pm

Test your knowledge in this Canadian themed trivia match! Ages 8 to 12. Registration required.

FANCY NANCY TEA PARTY

Thursday, July 27 • 2:00 - 3:00 pm

Put on your fancy clothes and join us for a Fancy Nancy inspired tea party. Ages 4 and up. Registration required.

SLIGHT OF HAND

Thursday, August 3 • 2:00 - 3:00 pm

A magician never reveals her secrets... or does she? Learn the secrets behind some simple magic tricks to dazzle and amaze your friends! Ages 8 to 12. Registration required.

BINGO CANADIAN EDITION

Thursday, August 17 • 2:00 - 3:00 pm

Join us for a fun filled game of Bingo! Ages 4 and up.

For information or to register call 519-255-6770, Ext. 7700.

SEMINOLE

4285 Seminole Street

MOVIE MONDAY

Monday, July 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 • 2:00 - 4:00 pm

Monday, August 14, 21, 28 • 2:00 - 4:00 pm

Want a break from the heat? Stop by the library to relax and watch a family friendly movie.

O CANADA!

Thursday, July 6 • 11:30 am - 12:30 pm

Happy 150th birthday Canada! Come make your own fun facts of Canada booklet. You’ll be able to dazzle your family and friends with all the cool things you know about our beautiful country. Play some Canadian inspired word games and enjoy some birthday cake! School aged children. Registration required.

BALLOON LACROSSE

Tuesday, July 11 • 11:30 am - 12:30 pm

Help us celebrate Canada 150 by playing this traditional Canadian sport. We’ve added our own twists and rules for extra library fun.

IN*UK*SUK

Thursday, July 20 • 11:30 am - 12:30 pm

An Inuksuk is a structure of rough stones stacked in the form of a human figure, traditionally used by Inuit people as a landmark or a commemoration sign. Come and make your own Inuksuk. School aged children. Registration required.

SURPRISE CRAFT

Tuesday, July 25 • 11:30 am - 12:30 pm

Tuesday, August 1 • 11:30 am - 12:30 pm

We’ll supply the materials; you just show up and have fun!

DOWN BY THE SEA SHORE

Wednesday, July 26 • 1:30 - 2:30 pm

The library is turning into a beach! We will have sea styled crafts and activities as we have fun down by the shore. Registration required.

INUKSUK SAND ART

Thursday, August 3 • 11:30 am - 12:30 pm

Come by the library to create an iconic Inuit symbol. We will be creating our own unique versions with sand. Registration required.

SUMMER SCIENCE

Wednesday, August 9 • 1:30 - 2:30 pm

We are going to become summer scientists by making some crazy concoctions, messy mixtures and exciting experiments. Registration required.

BEAR SOAP SCULPTURE

Tuesday, August 15 • 11:30 am - 12:30 pm

Inuit people are known for their many beautiful carvings. Come to the library to use your skills and make your very own bear sculpture using a bar of soap and some simple tools. Ages 6 to 12. Registration required.

MINI MASTER CHEF

Wednesday, August 16 • 1:30 - 2:30 pm

Do you have what it takes to be a Mini Master Chef? Face-off against tough competition to see who creates the most presentable tasty creations. Registration required.

For information or to register call 519-255-6770, Ext. 8800.

JULY & AUGUST SUPPLEMENT

CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS

MORNING STORYTIME

Fun and entertaining stories, for children 1 to 4 years old with a caregiver. This program helps to build language skills and enrich the imagination.

Budimir

Thursday, July 6, 13, 20, 27 • 11:00 - 11:30 am

Thursday, August 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 • 11:00 - 11:30 am

Ages 3 to 6

To register call 519-255-6770, Ext. 3300.

Riverside

Thursday, July 6, 13, 20, 27 • 11:00 - 11:45 am

Thursday, August 3, 10, 17 • 11:00 - 11:45 am

To register call 519-255-6770, Ext. 6600.

Remington Park

Thursday, July 6, 13, 20, 27 • 10:30 - 11:00 am

Thursday, August 3, 10, 17 • 10:30 - 11:00 am

Ages 3 to 5. To register call 519-255-6770, Ext. 5500.

ADULTS

LET’S TALK ENGLISH - CONVERSATION CIRCLE

Improve your listening and speaking skills, make new friends and exciting conversations. Light refreshments will be available.

Budimir

Monday, July 3, 10, 17, 24 • 6:00 - 7:30 pm

Monday, August 14, 21, 28 • 6:00 - 7:30 pm

For information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 3300.

Central

Monday, July 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 • 6:00 - 8:00 pm

Wednesday, July 5, 12 • 6:00 - 8:00 pm

For information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 4579.

FOREST GLADE MORNING COFFEE KLATCH

Forest Glade

Tuesday, July 4, 11, 18, 25 • 10:30 - 11:30 am

Tuesday, August 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 • 10:30 - 11:30 am

Engage in lively conversations over refreshments. This fun event is intended for adults and seniors who are looking to socialize and make new friends. For information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 5400.

ALL ABOUT 1867: CANADA'S GREAT LAKES SHIPS AND SHIPWRECKS

Tuesday, July 4 • 6:00 - 7:40 pm

Stories! Photos! From the depths of the Great Lakes!

Noted scuba divers and marine historians Cris Kohl and Joan Forsberg return to Windsor Public Library to present a multimedia program showcasing Canada's famous ships and shipwrecks of our inland seas. In the Fred Israel Auditorium. For information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 4434.

RIVERSIDE CHESS CLUB

Riverside

Wednesday, July 5, 12, 19, 26 • 5:00 - 7:30 pm

Saturday, July 8, 15, 22, 29 • Noon - 4:30 pm

Wednesday, August 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 • 5:00 - 7:30 pm

Saturday, August 5, 12, 19, 26 • Noon - 4:30 pm

A chess club for all ages. For information or to register call 519-255-6770, Ext. 6620.

ADULT SENSORY READING CIRCLE

Join us for a fun sensory storytime for adults with special needs. Our storytime will include stories, songs, movement and art. For adults with special needs and a support person.

Budimir

Wednesday, July 5, 12, 19, 26 • 2:00 - 3:00 pm

Wednesday, August 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 • 2:00 - 3:00 pm

For information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 4404.

Riverside

Tuesday, July 4, 11, 18, 25 • 10.30 -11.30 am

Tuesday, August 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 • 10.30 -11.30 am

For information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 6600.

STAYING BETWEEN THE LINES:

ADULT COLOURING

Join us and you'll find your inner artist and make some new friends.

Riverside

Thursday, July 6, 13, 20, 27 • 10:30 - 11:30 am

Thursday, August 3, 10, 17, 24 • 10:30 - 11:30 am

For information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 6600.

Budimir

Wednesday, July 26 • 6:30 - 7:30 pm

Wednesday, August 30 • 6:30 - 7:30 pm

For information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 3300.

FAMLY KNIT/LOOMING CLUB

Central

Saturday, July 8 • 10:30 am - 12:30 pm

Fontainebleau

Saturday, July15 • 10:30 am - 12:30 pm

Forest Glade

Saturday, August 5 • 10:30 am - 12:30 pm

Budimir

Saturday, August 12 • 10:30 am - 12:30 pm

Join us in creating cute baby hats for donation to local hospitals with LeeLee Hats. Those who don't know how to knit will be taught the fun technique of looming. For information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 3310.

¿QUÉ PASA? SPANISH CONVERSATION CIRCLE

Budimir

Saturday, July 8, 15, 22, 29 • 2:00 - 3:30 pm

Saturday, August 5, 12 • 2:00 - 3:30 pm

The library is very excited to extend an invitation to everyone who would like to join our Spanish conversation circle. Improve your Spanish in relaxing and friendly environment with Claudia and Danilo. For more information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 3320.

BOOK CLUBS

Central

Tuesday, July 4 • 6:00 - 7:00 pm

Meeting at the tables in the Teen Zone on the first floor. Refreshments will be provided.

Bridgeview

Monday, July 10 • 6:30 - 7:30 pm

For information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 2200.

Budimir

Tuesday, July 18 • 3:00 - 4:00 pm

For information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 3310.

Forest Glade

Monday, July 31 • 6:00 - 7:00 pm

Monday, August 28 • 6:00 - 7:00 pm

ADULT GRAPHIC NOVEL BOOK CLUB

Budimir

Wednesday, July 19 • 6:30 - 7:30 pm

Wednesday, August 9 • 6:30 - 7:30 pm

Want to read some of the best graphic novels and engage in a lively discussion with other comic book enthusiasts? Join our club! Anyone 18 and up is welcome. To register call 519-255-6770, Ext. 3300.

HOW-TO INTRODUCTION TO ESSENTIAL OILS

Budimir

Saturday July 22 • 11:00 am - Noon

This month’s ‘How-To’ workshop introduces you to essential oils. You’re invited to join Kristine Atkinson of Natural Origins as she shares her Knowledge of the use and benefits of essential oils. You’ll even have the chance to make some oils salts for a relaxing bath. To register call 519-255-6770, Ext. 3310.

BOOK CLUB CLASSICS

Budimir

Wednesday, July 26 • 6:30 - 7:30 pm

Wednesday, August 16 • 6:30 - 7:30 pm

A lively and informal discussion of classic and renowned novels from past years. A great place to discuss Dickens, talk about, Twain and to meet a new friend. To register call 519-255-6770, Ext. 3300.

BOOKS WITH BUZZ

Budimir

Wednesday, August 2 • 6:30 - 7:30 pm

Looking for some great new reads? Get the scoop on the newest books coming out and classic reads you may have missed, both fiction and non-fiction. To register call 519-255-6770, Ext. 3320.

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