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For you. . .Spring 2018March, April & May

How-To & Hobbies For YouIf you have a hobby, or are looking for something new to try, the new Hobbies & Crafts Reference Center provides detailed "how-to" instruc-tions and creative ideas for virtually every hobby enthusiast. Whether you enjoy baking, knitting, model building, or playing the piano, you'll find full-text articles from leading hobby and craft magazines along with hundreds of how-to videos and thousands of recipes.

All Day Fun

Seed Library is Back! Loan-A-Scope

Programs for Everyone! Movies for All Ages

Paint Night!

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The first complete collection of information covering virtually every hobby & leisure activity.

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Of Special Note

The Library is closed for the following dates:

March 30 April 1 & 2 May 3 & 21

Breakfast, Books & MoreWe're visiting Harwood Hall during the

monthly Pancake Breakfast. Sign up for a Library card and check out materials.

Come and take part in our mobile library service.

March 3rd, April 7th, May 5th 8:30 a.m. to 11:00 p.m.

Everyone WelcomeHarwood Community Hall

Coming Soon: Borrow a Telescope!Keep an eye out this Spring for our new

Loan-A-Scope program. You can check out a telescope and take it home to explore

the night sky!

Library Closed: Library Staff PD Day

On Thursday, May 3rd, the Cobourg Library and its branches in Hamilton Township will be closed to allow our staff to

participate in a professional development day. We appreciate your understanding for this one-day closure. We will be open for regular business hours on Friday, May 4th. Our website,

catalogue, and e-resources will be available as usual.May 3rd

Bewdley, Cobourg, & Gores Landing

It's Back! The CPL Seed Library

It's that time of year again! The Cobourg Public Library's Seed

Library will be re-opening for check-outs. Come try something new in your

garden. Starts April 14th

Everyone WelcomeCobourg & Gores Landing

Save the Date! Community Yard Sale at the Cobourg Public Library

Looking to make some space? Why not reserve a spot in the Cobourg Public

Library's Community Yard Sale on Saturday June 23!

We'll provide the yard, you bring the sale!

Registration forms will be available starting April 16th.

Of Special Note Anytime is a FUN Time @ CPL

Library LibsVisit the Youth Services Department to select a

"Library Lib" sheet all week long. Write your own story

by filling in the blanks. What silly story will you create?

You can display your completed story in the

Library or take it home to share.

May 22nd to 26thFamilies Welcome

Cobourg

What Book Am I?Can you guess what book is in the photo? Look at close up photos of popular book covers and guess the book titles. Play for

a chance to win a prize.May 12th to 17th Families Welcome

Bewdley, Cobourg, & Gores Landing

Tinker Table FridaysTinker Table Fridays will have

youth doing different hands on activities every Friday in the

month of May. It may be designing and building something

new or taking something apart to see how it works with reverse

engineering. Visit the Youth Services Tinker Table each Friday for a new activity.

Fridays in MayFamilies Welcome

Cobourg

Create a Robot CraftDrop-in and

create a paper robot craft using different shapes

and colours.April 9th to 15th Families Welcome

Cobourg

Eye Bombing CreationsGet ready to eye bomb the Library. Eye bombing is

a form of art where you stick googly eyes on an inanimate object to make a face.

Teens are challenged to eye bomb something at the Library and post it on social media.

Top 3 win a prize!March 10th to 18th

Ages 13 +Bewdley, Cobourg & Gores Landing

Travel Tic-Tac-Toe Game BagLike tic-tac-toe and want to take the game

with you? Join us at the Bewdley and Gores Landing Branches between April

16th and 21st to create your own tic-tac-toe travel game bag.

We'll supply everything you need.April 16th to 21st

Ages 6 to 13Bewdley & Gores Landing

Pop Up Teen Crafts! Teens check out the YA

section! Pop up crafts for you to enjoy and

create at the Library, or take it home to complete later.

April 3rd to 8thAges 13+Cobourg

Easter CraftDrop in to create a fun

Easter Craft. March 24th to 29thEveryone Welcome

Cobourg

Spring Egg HuntJoin us in Bewdley for the annual spring egg hunt with a craft and

some light refreshments. March 31st @ 9:30 a.m. sharp!

Families WelcomeBewdley

Peter Mennie: That Magic Guy!

Join Peter Mennie at the Bewdley Branch. Bring the

whole family along to enjoy his style of creative comedy

conjuring this March Break. March 16th @ 10:30 a.m.

Families WelcomeBewdley

Paint NightJoin us at the library for a

fun evening of painting, treats and

conversation. No skill required. Follow along and

go home with a painting you create.

March 15th @ 7:00 p.m. Ages 13+ & Adults

WelcomeBewdley

Registration Required

PA Day Program: Let It Snow! Let it snow! In a snow globe that is. Make your

very own snow globe at our Bewdley Branch. PA Day fun for everyone.

Note: This program replaces the Family Story Time Program, which will

resume Friday, March 23rd.March 9th @ 10:00 a.m.

Families Welcome Bewdley


Bewdley Yarn CircleJoin us on Thursday nights for a social yarn circle. Bring your hooks, needles and yarn. Meet other

crafters and discover new patterns and ideas. Refreshments will be provided.

Thursdays @ 7:00 p.m.Adults Welcome

Bewdley

Bewdley & Gores Landing

LEGO Movie NightJoin us at the Gores Landing Hall for a night

of LEGO fun! Watch LEGO Batman while building your next great LEGO masterpiece. Snacks will be provided. Parents are asked to stay. This program is brought to you in partnership with the Gores Landing Hall

Committee and St. George's ChurchMarch 23rd @ 6:30 p.m.

Families Welcome Gores Landing

Want more information about any of these programs? Visit our online calendar to find out more & to register:

calendar.cobourg.ca/library

Family Story Time Everyone is welcome to our

30 minute drop-in story time for stories, songs, and fun. Each week is a

different theme. Join us to help develop early school skills for your child.

Fridays @ 10:00 a.m. Families Welcome

Bewdley

Bewdley Yarn CircleJoin us on Thursday nights for a social yarn circle. Bring your hooks, needles and yarn. Meet other

crafters and discover new patterns and ideas. Refreshments will be provided.

Thursdays @ 7:00 p.m.Adults Welcome

Bewdley

Introduction to Bullet JournallingHave you heard about Bullet Journaling?

Maybe it can help organize your life and keep everything in order. Join us in Gores Landing

and learn how to get started!May 8th @ 7:00 p.m.

Ages 13+ & Adults WelcomeGores Landing


LEGO & Little BitsJoin us at the Bewdley Branch for some PA Day fun. We'll bring the Lego and the

Little Bits. What will you build? *Note: this program replaces the

Bewdley Family Story Time which will resume on Friday, April 27th.

April 20th @ 10:00 a.m. Families Welcome

Bewdley

LEGO Movie NightJoin us at the Gores Landing Hall for a night

of LEGO fun! Watch LEGO Batman while building your next great LEGO masterpiece. Snacks will be provided. Parents are asked to stay. This program is brought to you in partnership with the Gores Landing Hall

Committee and St. George's ChurchMarch 23rd @ 6:30 p.m.

Families Welcome Gores Landing

Northumberland: A Great Place to ExploreFind out what's going on in

your own backyard! This presentation will offer

information on local tourism opportunities,including

outdoor experiences and unique attractions in

Northumberland County. Highlights include biking, hiking, routes and trails.

May 9th @ 6:30 p.m.Adults Welcome

Cobourg Registration Required

Cobourg

Alice in Wonderland Wacky CroquetHave you ever wanted to play croquet like in Alice in Wonderland? If you said yes, then come and join us

for a wacky and fun time! This is not regular croquet, you use flamingos for mallets, and

hedgehogs for balls! You never know what will happen when you play this curious game, but watch

out for the evil queen of hearts!May 12th @ 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Families Welcome • Cobourg

A Reading & Conversation with Brad Smith

Join us for a visit by author Brad Smith, in conversation with

Kelly Beers & Julie Maynard about his new book

The Return of Kid Cooper.April 28th @ 2:00 p.m.

Adults WelcomeCobourg • Registration Required

Ninja ManiaCalling all aspiring ninjas!

Do you have what it takes to become a true Library Ninja?

There will be ninja stories, ninja games, ninja head-

bands and even an obstacle course! Join us for an hour that will test your knowl-

edge, skills and abilities in all things ninja.

April 28th @ 11:00 a.m.Ages 6 to 10

Cobourg Registration Required

St. Patrick's Day ShenanigansA bit of malarkey and lots of green cheer. To celebrate St. Patrick, you'll want to be here! Kids, wear something green and join us to play. An hour of fun, where

everyone is Irish for the day! Families are invited to listen to St. Patrick's themed

stories, participate in games & activities, complete a special craft

and enjoy a snack.March 17th @ 11:00 a.m.

Families WelcomeCobourg

Deliciousness in a Mug

Cook your favourite foods within minutes!

We'll cook and eat mac & cheese,

chocolate cake and more! Learn to follow

simple recipes and cook using a microwave.March 15th @ 2:00 p.m.

Ages 10 to 16Cobourg


The Legend of Marshmallow Island

Mark your calendars and join Mystic Drumz as they take us on a world musical safari adventure in

their presentation of The Legend of Marshmallow Island. This

interactive show will introduce audiences to cultures and rhythms from around the globe. Don't miss

out on this musical adventure!March 12th @ 10:00 a.m.


Babysitting CourseThis course teaches the fundamental skills

they need to start their own babysitting service. A Red Cross certified instructor from React Right Safety Services teaches the class.

Topics include: • How to give appropriate care for infants,

toddlers and school-aged children; • Dealing with basic First Aid emergencies;

• How to recognize potential hazards; • What parents expect of a babysitter;

• How to safely find customers; and • Rural babysitting.

Note: Bring a teddy bear or doll to practice on and a peanut-free lunch.

$55.00 payable at the start of the class to the instructor. Please register by calling

905-448-3372. Presented in partnership with React Right

Safety Services.March 9th @ 9:30 a.m.

Ages 11+ Cobourg


Want more information about any of these programs? Visit our online calendar to find out more & to register:

calendar.cobourg.ca/library

Recurring Programs

Needle Nuts Yarn CircleCalling all knitters, crocheters, and other

needle nuts. Bring your latest project, or work on a project for a local organization.

Everyone is welcome, and chatting is encouraged!Mondays @ 10:30 a.m.

Everyone WelcomeCobourg

P.A. Day Movie: Despicable Me 3A fun family movie afternoon. Enjoy laughs,

popcorn and drinks. April 20th @ 2:00 p.m.

Families WelcomeCobourg • Program Room


Mother GooseJoin us at the Library for traditional rhymes, songs and stories as you bond with your child. This is a 10-week

certificate program that will provide you with confidence as well as a network of friendship and support. Let our

program help your children develop social skills and improve pre-literacy and cognitive skills.

Thursdays @ 10:00 a.m. starting April 19thAges 0 to 2 with Caregiver

Cobourg • Registration Required

March Break Family Movie MatineesBring the entire family for our March Break

Family Movie Matinees! Snacks will be provided.

March 13th @ 2:00 p.m. The Emoji Movie (Rated G) Program Room

March 15th @ 10:00 a.m. The Nut Job 2: Nutty By Nature (Rated PG) Rotary Room

Families Welcome • Cobourg


Teen Advisory Group (TAG)Have your say in Library programs for your age group;

review books and submit them for other teens to read. Participate in activities and games. Earn Community

Service Hours. Meet new friends. Snacks are always pro-vided. For more information please contact

Youth Services at 905-372-9271.March 13th & 27th @ 4:30 p.m.April 10th & 24th @ 4:30 p.m.May 8th & 29th @ 4:30 p.m.

Ages 13+ • Cobourg • Registration Required

Homeschooling FriendsJoin the Homeschooling friends for a weekly gathering and stories in the Youth Services Department. Each week a new

batch of stories is read by our Youth Services Staff. Participate in activities organized by the Homeschooling

families in our Program Room and enjoy a snack while you visit.Wednesdays @ 2:30 p.m.

Families Welcome Cobourg

Family Story TimeEveryone is welcome to our 30 minute drop-in

story time for stories, songs, and fun. Each week is a different theme. Join us to help develop

early school skills for your child.Wednesdays @ 10:30 a.m.


Monday & Friday MoviesJoin us at 2:00 p.m. in the Cobourg Library's Rotary room for a free

movie on Monday and Friday. (Holidays Excluded) Refreshments are available. Ask at your Local branch for a complete listing.

Mondays & Fridays @ 2:00 p.m. Adults Welcome • Cobourg

Bewdley Book ClubJoin us once a month for great books & great

conversation in Hamilton Township. Refreshments will be provided.

March 28th @ 6:30 p.m.April 25th @ 6:30 p.m.May 30th @ 6:30 p.m.

Adults WelcomeRegistration Required

Boomers Book ClubThis book club focuses on a different author

every month. We pick the author and you pick any book by that author to read. Come pre-

pared to chat about your book!March 9th @ 10:00 a.m. Paulo CoelhoApril 13th @ 10:00 a.m. David BaldacciMay 11th @ 10:00 a.m. Toni Morrison

Adults WelcomeCobourg

Gores Landing Book ClubJoin us in Gores Landing for great books &

great conversation. Please contact the Gores Landing Library to register.

March 6th @ 1:00 p.m.April 3rd @ 1:00 p.m.May 1st @ 1:00 p.m.

Adults WelcomeGores Landing


The Book ClubA reading club for intellectually challenged

adults. No independent reading is required. We welcome guest readers & new members. Space is limited. Please call ahead if you are interest-

ed in attending, 905-372-9271.Mondays @ 1:30 p.m.


Cookbook ClubCalling all foodies! In this book club, we pick the

food theme and you check out any cookbook that relates. Just select and make a recipe from your book, then bring it in to the club to share.

We'll chat about the recipes and the cookbooks, all while enjoying the food! March 7th @ 1:00 p.m. Comfort Food

April 4th @ 1:00 p.m. Candy, Candy, Candy! May 2nd @ 1:00 p.m. Eat Your Veggies


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