NOVEMBER PROGRAMS 2015
MORNING STORYTIME
Fun and entertaining stories for children 1 to 4 years old with a caregiver. This program helps build language skills and enrich the imagination.
Central
Monday, November 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
10:00 - 11:00 am
To register call 519-255-6770, Ext. 4579.
Bridgeview
Tuesday, November 3, 10, 17, 24
10:30 - 11:15 am
To register call 519-255-6770, Ext. 2200.
Fontainebleau
Tuesday, November 3, 10, 17, 24
10:30 - 11:15 am
For information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 5000.
Forest Glade
Thursday, November 5, 12, 19, 26
10:30 - 11:00 am
To register call 519-255-6770, Ext. 5400.
Budimir
Thursday, November 5, 12, 19, 26
11:00 - 11:30 am Ages 3 to 6
For information call 519-255-6770, 3300.
Riverside
Thursday, November 5, 12, 19, 26
11:00 - 11:30 am
To register call 519-255-6770, Ext. 6620.
BABY STORYTIME
An eight-week program designed for infants 0 to 12 months with a caregiver. Enjoy sharing rhymes, songs and stories with your child.
Fontainebleau
Tuesday, November 3, 10, 17, 24
10:00 - 10:30 am
To register call 519-255-6770, Ext. 5000.
Riverside
Monday, November 2, 9, 23, 30
11:00 - 11:30 am
For information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 6620.
Budimir
Wednesday, November 4
11:00 - 11:45 am
To register call 519-255-6770, Ext. 3300.
Remington Park
Thursday, November 26
2:00 - 2:30 pm
For information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 5500.
BABY SIGNS STORYTIME
Central
Tuesday, November 3, 10, 17, 24
10:00 - 10:45 am
Enjoy the benefits of learning baby sign language, sharing rhymes, songs and stories with your child to encourage bonding and to promote early speech and language development. Ages 0 to 12 months with a caregiver. For information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 4579.
CHILDREN’S WRITING CLUB
Central
Tuesday, November 3, 10, 17, 24
5:15 - 6:45 pm
Kids have fun writing. Each Tuesday in November we will be doing creative activities that will spark your imagination and help you write stories, poems or songs. Ages 5 to 12. For information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 4579.
INSIDE OUT DAY
Remington Park
Tuesday, November 3
6:00 - 7:00 pm
These activities will make you downright emotional. Join us as we celebrate the DVD release of Pixar’s “Inside Out.” Ages 3 to 10. For information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 5500.
SATURDAY CRAFTERNOONS
Fontainebleau
Saturday, November 7, 21
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Join us at the library to have some fun and make a craft. All ages are welcome with a caregiver. For information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 5000.
PETE THE CATURDAY
Remington Park
Saturday, November 7
10:30 - 11:30 am
For information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 5500.
GAG SCIENCE
Bridgeview
Saturday, November 7
2:00 - 3:00 pm
Do you want to gross out your friends and family? Come to the library to create your very own GAG props. We’ll be making Fake puke and spilt coffee. All ages welcome; under 10 with a caregiver. For information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 2200.
WHERE’S WALDO?
Remington Park
Tuesday, November 10
6:00 - 7:30 pm
Where’s Waldo? Last spotted at the library. Join us in the search for Waldo and take part in other Waldo themed activities. Ages 6 to 12. For information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 5500.
BALLOON JETS
Bridgeview
Thursday, November 12
3:00 - 4:00 pm
Join us at the library to turn an ordinary balloon into a rocket using jet propulsion. All ages welcome; under 10 with a caregiver. For information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 2200.
SWEET SCIENCE
Remington Park
Thursday, November 12
6:00 - 7:00 pm
Can you make candy disappear without eating it? Join us as we perform many different experiments with a variety of candy. Ages 7 to 10. For information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 5500.
FIRST LEGO LEAGUE
Central
Saturday, November 14
9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Sunday, November 15
1:00 - 5:00 pm
For information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 4579.
BOOKS BAGS
Bridgeview
Saturday, November 14
2:00 - 3:00 pm
Come design your very own library bag. All ages are welcome; under 10 with a caregiver. For information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 2200
CHILDREN’S CHESS & LEGO CLUB
Central
Saturday, November 28
2:00 - 3:50 pm
Children will play chess and other board games. A large collection of Duplo Lego will be available for children to create. Ages 4 to 12. To register call 519-255-6770, Ext. 4579.
CINEMA SATURDAY
Forest Glade
Saturday, November 14
2:00 - 4:00 pm
Enjoy an afternoon movie at the library.
For information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 5400.
PUFFY PAINT PARTY
Remington Park
Saturday, November 14
2:00 - 4:00 pm
Paint and party! Try our library made puffy paint and create your very own masterpiece while making new friends and listening to some party tunes. Party hats provided. Ages 6 to 12. For information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 5500.
SEW-WHAT - CHILDREN’S COMMUNITY QUILT
Central
Saturday, November 28
2:00 - 4:00 pm
Kids 4 to 12 join this club. This is our annual community quilt. Kids will have loads of fun creating and having fun. For information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 4579.
MAKE A BUTTON FOR BUTTON DAY
Budimir
Monday, November 16
4:30 - 5:30 pm
November 16th is national button day, so come on by and make your very own custom made button. For information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 3300.
BRAVE GIRLS RULE!
Remington Park
Saturday, November 21
2:00 - 3:30 pm
These girls know how to rescue themselves. Feisty heroines and fearless princesses are the topic of the day. Tell us about your favourite brave book club character and create an “I am...” canvas to celebrate your own brave self. Ages 8 to 15. To register call 519-255-6770, Ext. 5500.
DIY BUTTONS
Bridgeview
Saturday, November 21
2:00 - 4:00 pm
Come into the library to design, colour and make your very own button. All ages are welcome, under 10 with a caregiver.
For information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 2200.
STAR WARS DAY
Seminole
Saturday, November 21
2:30 - 3:30 pm
May the Force be with you! In preparation for the release of the new movie come celebrate
at the library with Star Wars Day. Enjoy trivia, games, stories, crafts and activities in a galaxy far, far away. For information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 8800.
SPECIAL NEEDS STORYTIME
Central
Saturday, November 21
3:00 - 4:00 pm
The library has an inclusive, family oriented programing model, which invites children with special needs ages 3 to 8, their siblings and their parents or caregivers to this sensory storytime to promote enjoyment and development. Limit of 10 families. To register call 519-255-6770, Ext. 4579.
FAB FOIL ART
Remington Park
Tuesday, November 24
6:00 - 7:30 pm
Create a colourful take-home piece of art using a few supplies. Ages 6 to 12. For information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 5500.
LEGO ROBOTS
Bridgeview
Thursday, November 26
3:00 - 4:00 pm
Come in to learn how to program a Lego Mindstorm Robot at the library.
For information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 2200.
BIG GAMES!
Budimir
Saturday, November 28
10:00 - 11:00 am
Join us as we play some life-sized versions
of your favourite games. For information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 3300.
ADVENT CALENDAR
Bridgeview
Saturday, November 28
2:00 - 3:00 pm
Get ready for Christmas season by designing your own Advent calendar. All ages welcome, under 10 with a caregiver. For information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 2200.
FOREST GLADE CLASSICAL MUSIC PERFORMANCES
Forest Glade
Saturday, November 28
2:00 - 3:00 pm
Visit the library for a special live performance by members of the Downtown Music Initiative. For information call 519-255-6770, 5400.
‘TWEENS & TEENS
TEEN ZONE
Central
Beginning November 4
Wednesdays and Thursdays
3:30 - 5:00 pm
Meet with other teens and participate in different activities. For information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 4579.
MARSHMALLOW CATAPULT CONTEST
Remington Park
Thursday, November 5
6:00 - 7:00 pm
Come in teams or work solo to build your very own catapult. Who can launch their marshmallow the farthest? Ages 10 to 15. For information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 5500
FOREST GLADE TEEN TECH CLUB
Forest Glade
Saturday, November 7, 21
2:30 - 3:30 pm
Techie teens are welcome to join the library’s tech club. Explore the world of science and technology while participating in fun activities. During the November 7 session, we will display the use of a 3D printer and explain how the device works. For information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 5400.
MOCKINGJAY MAGNETS
Remington Park
Tuesday, November 17
6:00 - 7:30 pm
Celebrate the theatrical release of “The Hunger Games: MockingJay Part Two” with this Panem-inspired craft. These bubble magnets are great locker accessories. Ages 10 to 15. For more information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 5500.
TEEN ADVISORY GROUP
Budimir
Wednesday, November 18
6:30 - 7:30 pm
Do you want your voice to be heard? Do you want to earn volunteer hours? Join our Teen Advisory Group. We’re looking for teens, ages 13 to 17 to share ideas and activities each month and to write to our teen blog. Every other month is book club month. To register call 519-255-6770, Ext. 3320.
SEM LEGO LEAGUE
Seminole
Wednesday, November 18
6:30 - 7:30 pm
Children between the ages of 6 and 12 are encouraged to come out to the Sem Lego League, as we play, build, construct and craft. For information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 8800.
CHAPTER CHAT
Remington Park
Saturday, November 28
2:00 - 3:00 pm
Share your recent read. Meet new friends and join us for fun activities. Ages 10 to 15. For information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 5500.
ADULTS
ADULT LITERACY PROGRAM
All Branches
Do you need to upgrade your reading, writing, or math skills? We can help! We offer small group classes or one-on-one tutoring for adults who want to improve their literacy skills. We also offer deaf literacy classes. For information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 3310.
RAVE REVIEWS
Central
Monday, November 2
2:30 - 3:30 pm
Are you tired of reading the same authors? Have you exhausted the best sellers list? Are you interested in finding hidden gems in the library's collection? Join WPL staff over tea in a lively discussion as they share some of their favourite reads. For information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 3310.
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.
Riverside
Tuesday, November 3, 10, 24
10:30 - 11:30 am
For information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 6600.
Budimir
Wednesday, November 4, 18, 25
2:00 - 3:00 pm
For information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 3300.
ENGLISH CONVERSATION CIRCLE
Central
Wednesday, November 4, 18, 25
6:00 - 7:30 pm
Would you like to improve your listening, speaking and vocabulary skills? Please join us to discuss different topics and learn about free library services for newcomers to Canada. All adults are welcome. For information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 4434.
APP CAFÉ
Budimir
Wednesday, November 4
6:00 - 8:00 pm
Stop in at the library for a rundown on how to set up your smart phone or tablet to access free eBooks, audiobooks, music, movies, TV shows, magazines and newspapers using Apps available to library cardholders. To register call 519-255-6770, Ext. 4424.
FAMILY KNIT/LOOMING CLUB
Central
Saturday, November 7
10:30 am - 12:30 pm
Fontainebleau
Saturday, November 7
10:30 am - 12:30 pm
Join us in creating cute baby hats for donation to local hospitals with LeeLee Hats. This club is open to all ages and all skill levels. Those who don't know how to knit will be taught the fun technique of looming. All materials provided. For information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 3310.
APPS FOR SENIORS
Riverside
Tuesday, November 17
1:00 - 3:00 pm
Each month we’ll explore a few Apps that we think you’ll enjoy and we’ll open up the floor for you to share some of your favourites with the group. For information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 4424.
#NAILED IT
Bridgeview
Monday, November 16
6:00 - 7:30 pm
Calling all adult crafters! Come to the library to try out a new Pinterest inspired craft each month. Will this month’s craft be a Pin success or Pin Fail? For information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 2200.
FOREST GLADE BOOK CLUB
Forest Glade
Tuesday, November 17
7:30 - 8:30 pm
A Lively and informal discussion of contemporary works and renowned books from past years. To register call 519-255-6770, Ext. 5400.
CENTRAL BOOK CLUB
Central
Wednesday, November 18
6:00 - 7:00 pm
A lively monthly book discussion over tea! The group meets in the Publishing Lab on the main floor. This book club is generally full but to see if any spots are opened up phone 519-255-6770, Ext. 4434.
REMINGTON READS BOOK CLUB
Remington Park
Thursday, November 19
6:00 - 7:30 pm
Join us for our monthly book discussion. This month’s title is “The Secret Keeper” by Kate Morton. Visit the library to pick up your copy! To register call 519-255-6770, Ext. 5500.
SELF PUBLISHING LAB AT CENTRAL
WPL WRITERS’ GROUP
Tuesday, November 10
7:00 - 8:30 pm
Join us as Scott Chantler, writer-in-residence at the University of Windsor shares with us his experiences as an award-winning Graphic Novel artist and illustrator. His adult book “Two Generals” was named by the CBC as one of the best Canadian non-fiction of all time. For information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 4603.