JULY 2024 - PROGRAMS - Children and Families |
- Come sign up to read as many books as you can over 8-weeks.
- When you sign up you get a FREE reading log and stickers!
- You can read any library book at your reading level and report back to library staff with an oral, picture or written report.
- Each book report gives you a chance to win our end of summer prizes!
- Starting Tuesday, July 2nd - During Branch Hours
- Stop by the Bewdley or Gores Landing Branch and pick up your Beach Camper kit and celebrate the summer with a camper made from paper plates!
- Each kit contains the materials to make one camper.
- While Supplies last.
Space Trivia - All Locations - Tuesday, July 2nd to Saturday, July 6th
- Test your knowledge of all things space. A new question will be posted each day at all library branches and through our social media accounts.
- Families Welcome. All Library Branches and Virtual.
Family Summer Movie Nights - Cobourg Library - Wednesdays - July 3rd, 10th and 31st - 6:00 p.m.
- Families are invited to enjoy a movie and popcorn together at the library. Bring a re-usable water bottle to enjoy our foyer water station.
- July 3rd - Paw Patrol: The Mighty Movie (Rated: PG)
- July 10th - WALL-E (Rated: G)
- July 31st - Home (Rated G)
- Families Welcome. Drop-in Program. Rotary Room.
Family Storytime - Cobourg Library - Thursdays at 10:30 a.m.
- Join us this summer for stories, songs, and rhymes perfect for ages 0-6 years.
- A great program for school readiness and meeting other families in our community.
- Families Welcome. Drop-in Program.
Family Storytime - Bewdley Branch - Fridays at 10:00 a.m.
- Join us for storytime at our Bewdley branch. Each week we will explore a different theme through stories, songs, and a craft.
- Families Welcome. Drop-in Program.
Galactic Search & Find - All Locations - Monday, July 8th to Saturday, July 13th
- Learn about our solar system as you search for the Sun, moon and planets.
- Discover them all and win a prize!
- All Library Branches. Families Welcome. Drop-in Program.
Join the Fiero Code Club - Cobourg Library - Tuesdays at 2:00 pm - July 9th to August 20th
- Learn to code at the Library - using Fiero Code.
- Participants must bring their own laptop.
- Rotary Room. Ages 8-13 years. *No meeting on Tuesday, July 16th.*
- Register online to attend starting Monday, July 2nd at 10:00 a.m.
- Enjoy reading a story outside as you stroll along from one page to the next.
- "The Darkest Dark" by Chris Hadfield and illustrated by the Fan Brothers, reprinted by permission of Tundra Books, a division of Penguin Random House Canada Limited.
- Bewdley Branch - August 12th to August 17th
- Calling all storytellers! Visit any library branch to make your own storytelling cube for tale telling inspiration.
- Families Welcome. Drop-in Program.
- Join library staff for a special storytime at the Cobourg Ecology Garden.
- Bring along a blanket or chair to enjoy stories, songs, and rhymes in the beauty of the garden.
- Families Welcome. Drop-in Program. Cobourg Ecology Garden.
- The Cobourg Ecology Garden is located at 116 Hibernia St, Cobourg, ON, K9A 3J8
Astronaut Academy - Cobourg Library - Thursday, July 25th - 2:00 p.m.
- Do you have what it takes to become a real life astronaut?
- Visit the library to test your space knowledge and skills at this one-hour astronaut training program.
- Families Welcome. Drop-in Program. Rotary Room.
- The library is being invaded by aliens! Visit any library branch to create your own unique alien from recyclables.
- Families Welcome. Drop-in Program.
The Cobourg Public Library is committed to a zero tolerance policy for harassment or intimidation of any kind at our events. This harassment includes, but is not limited to: vulgar, obscene, and abusive language; name-calling; taunting; and any conduct that demeans a person/group on the basis of race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, creed, age, or disability.
Any person who violates our Behaviour Policy during our events, webinars or any online convening, will be removed immediately.
Disclaimer
The Library upholds the principles of intellectual freedom and supports the rights of individuals to read, speak, view and exchange different points of view on any subject. To accomplish this, the Library may present controversial programs in order to ensure public access to all sides of an issue.
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JULY 2024 - EVENTS AND OUTREACH |
Radio Show on Northumberland 89.7 FM - Wednesday, July 3rd - 10:15 a.m.
- Tune in on the first Wednesday of each month at 10:15 a.m. to find out what's happening at your Cobourg Public Library!
- Events, programs, insights and more, with Rachel Spence, Community Engagement Specialist.
- Visit us at the Harwood Hall's monthly pancake breakfast!
- We'll have activities for the kids as well as a great selection of items for you to check out.
- Located at 5453 Front St, Harwood, ON K0K 2H0
Cobourg Farmers Market - Saturday, July 13th - 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
- Albert St at, 2nd St, Cobourg, ON K9A 2P8
- Join us at the Cobourg Farmers Market on the 2nd Saturday of each month [June to September]
- A special Family Storytime with Rachael will happen at 10:00 a.m.
- Visit our booth for the scoop on exciting library programs, events, and have some crafty fun with us.
- We can't wait to see you there!
- Drop by the Rotary Room to purchase delicious desserts donated by our patrons and support the Library!
- While supplies last.
- All proceeds raised will go directly towards enhancing our collection.
- Drop off any donated baked goods between 10:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday, July 16th.
The Cobourg Public Library is committed to a zero tolerance policy for harassment or intimidation of any kind at our events. This harassment includes, but is not limited to: vulgar, obscene, and abusive language; name-calling; taunting; and any conduct that demeans a person/group on the basis of race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, creed, age, or disability.
Any person who violates our Behaviour Policy during our events, webinars or any online convening, will be removed immediately.
Disclaimer
The Library upholds the principles of intellectual freedom and supports the rights of individuals to read, speak, view and exchange different points of view on any subject. To accomplish this, the Library may present controversial programs in order to ensure public access to all sides of an issue.
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JUNE 2024 - PROGRAMS - Children and Families |
- We are looking for Cobourg Public Library members who like to read and who would like to share their favourite books with the community, by creating a special Kid Librarian book display.
- Ages 6-12 years. Youth Services Department
- How To Apply: Submit an online application form:
- https://forms.cobourg.ca/Library/Kid-Librarian-Application
- The application will ask for your name, age, contact information, when you are available to create a display, and for a list of some of the junior fiction and/or junior non-fiction titles that you would like to share.
- Applicants will be randomly selected to become the next Kid Librarian.
- Starting Saturday, June 1st - During Branch Hours
- Stop by the Library and pick up your Felt Bug kit to make one
- of these adorable critters.
- Each kit contains the materials to make one bug.
- While supplies last.
- Join us as we recognize and celebrate National Indigenous History Month through activities and games.
- Everyone Welcome - Drop-in Program
- Join us this summer for stories, songs, and rhymes perfect for ages 0-6 years.
- A great program for school readiness and meeting other families in our community.
- Families Welcome. Drop-in Program.
- Join us for storytime at our Bewdley branch.
- Each week we will explore a different theme through stories, songs, and a craft.
- Families Welcome. Drop-in Program.
- June 7 - PA Day Fun Dragons!
- June 21 - Northumberland EarlyON
PA Day Fun Dragons! - Friday, June 7th - Bewdley and Cobourg
- Bewdley Branch - 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
- Cobourg Library - 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
- Enter the dragon's lair if you dare! Join library staff for dragon themed activities, games, and a craft.
- Families Welcome. Drop-in Program.
- Wednesday, June 19th - 6:00 pm - Ages 4 to 12 years
- Jump, shoot, roll and glide; can you find the science in sport? Take a test to discover where your dominance lies. Create a sculpture to investigate how throwing a ball affects your balance. Discover physics by engineering a better hockey puck and building a mini golf course. Join us as we shoot, score and explore the science of sport.
- Material kits must be picked up at the Cobourg branch starting one-week before the event. *Children under 6 years may require adult assistance.* Registration is required.
- Register online to attend starting Saturday, June 1st at 10:00 a.m.
- Thank you to Kawartha Credit Union for sponsoring this program.
- Friday, June 21st - 10:00 a.m.
- Join the Bewdley Branch for a special storytime
- and activities in partnership with Northumberland EarlyON Child and Family Centres.
- Families Welcome. Drop-in Program.
- Upcoming dates: July 19th, August 23rd
Get Your Summer Read On! - Bewdley & Cobourg - Join our launch party on Friday, June 28th
- Bewdley Branch - 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
- Cobourg Library - 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
- Visit your library and register for the TD Summer Reading Club!
- https://www.tdsummerreadingclub.ca/
The Cobourg Public Library is committed to a zero tolerance policy for harassment or intimidation of any kind at our events. This harassment includes, but is not limited to: vulgar, obscene, and abusive language; name-calling; taunting; and any conduct that demeans a person/group on the basis of race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, creed, age, or disability.
Any person who violates our Behaviour Policy during our events, webinars or any online convening, will be removed immediately.
Disclaimer
The Library upholds the principles of intellectual freedom and supports the rights of individuals to read, speak, view and exchange different points of view on any subject. To accomplish this, the Library may present controversial programs in order to ensure public access to all sides of an issue.
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JUNE 2024 - Events and Outreach |
- Harwood Hall, 5453 Front St, Harwood
- Visit us at the Harwood Hall's monthly pancake breakfast! We will have activities for the kids
- as well as a great selection of items for you to check out.
Coding Adventure with Fiero Code Giveaway - Saturday, June 1st to Wednesday, July 31st
- Theme: "Adventures in the Multiverse"
- Languages: Code Blocks
- Project: Create a "choose your own adventure" style game in Code Blocks.
- Embark on a journey of creativity and innovation! Will you be the next coding champion? #FieroCode #CodingAdventure #ChooseYourAdventure
- Sign up here: https://app.fierocode.com/sign-up
- First Place: Unlock the power of creativity with an Mbot Neo! Dive into endless possibilities of coding and robotics. Explore: https://www.makeblock.com/products/buy-mbot-neo
- Second Place: Meet Artie Max, the coding robot! Unleash your coding skills and artistic flair with this innovative companion. Discover: https://www.educationalinsights.com/item-artie-max-the-coding-robot
- Third Place: Spark your imagination with Makey Makey! Turn everyday objects into interactive wonders with this inventive device. Explore: https://makeymakey.com/
DBIA Community Pride - Downtown Cobourg - Saturday, June 1st from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
- Join your Cobourg Public Library team at the DBIA Pride event and learn more about our inclusive resources, get creative with chalk art and enjoy a free themed bookmarks.
June Giveaway on Social Media - Saturday, June 1st to Tuesday, June 28th
- Where do you find your bookish bliss? Share your favorite reading spot and tell us the story behind it! Comment or share a photo to let us know! #YourCobourgPLReadingSpot.
- Be entered to win a $25 gift card to Let's Talk Books in beautiful Downtown Cobourg.
- We can't wait to cozy up with your tales and choose our next reading nook winner!
- This contest ends at 9:00 AM EST on June 28th, 2024. The winner will be announced on Facebook and Instagram and drawn at random. This contest is not associated with Instagram or Facebook. No cash value can be exchanged. Pursuant to our internal policy 1.14 no board members, relatives or library staff may enter. The winner must be able to pick up the gift card within 14 days of being contacted and be a Cobourg Public Library member.
Boomers & Beyond - Fridays - 10:00 a.m. - Cobourg Library
- June 7th - Meet a Lawyer from The Legal Centre to ask your pressing questions at an informal Coffee Chat in the Reading Room.
- June 14th - Talia from the Alzheimer's Society on supporting friends and family with dementia.
- June 21st - Join us for a transformative event with Lydia Smith as she shares '10 Things I Wish I Knew' based on Maria Shriver's book. Discover how to turn these teachings into a personal legacy project that will leave a lasting impact. Don't miss this unique opportunity to learn and connect with others.
- June 28th - Unlock the secrets of your ancestors with Laura Suchan as she presents 'What Gravestones Can Tell You About Your Ancestors.' Explore the fascinating insights in this presentation.
Cobourg Farmer's Market - Saturday, June 8th - 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
- Visit our booth at the Cobourg Farmer's Market for something fun to learn or create. Bring your own chair to enjoy our Community Storytime led by Rachael at 10:00 a.m.
- Upcoming dates: July 13th, August 10th, September 14th
Caregiver Wellness Fair - Northumberland YMCA (Cobourg) - Monday, June 17th - 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
- Visit our table to learn more about the home delivery service and stress-reduction resources.
- We look forward to seeing you there!
- Tuesday, June 18th - 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. - Reading Room
- Join us for some affection and learn more about the St. John Ambulance Therapy Dog program at this drop-in event.
- Show Times Between 10:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m.
- Tour constellations, the Northern Lights, and go on a thundering rocket launch into Earth orbit before visiting planets, moons, comets, stars, black holes, and galaxies.
- Be advised that the planetarium dome uses floor seating. If you have mobility concerns and require accommodation, please note this at the time of your registration.
- Everyone welcome. Register the names of each person attending.
- Each show lasts 20 minutes. Please book the time slot you would like to attend.
- Registration begins Monday, June 17th at 10:00 a.m. using the links below:
The Cobourg Public Library is committed to a zero tolerance policy for harassment or intimidation of any kind at our events. This harassment includes, but is not limited to: vulgar, obscene, and abusive language; name-calling; taunting; and any conduct that demeans a person/group on the basis of race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, creed, age, or disability.
Any person who violates our Behaviour Policy during our events, webinars or any online convening, will be removed immediately.
Disclaimer
The Library upholds the principles of intellectual freedom and supports the rights of individuals to read, speak, view and exchange different points of view on any subject. To accomplish this, the Library may present controversial programs in order to ensure public access to all sides of an issue.
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Early Literacy Activities |
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LEGO Building Challenges |
Try these LEGO Building Challenges!
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Kids in the Kitchen |
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STEAM Activities |
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Other Fun Stuff |
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