| November 2024 - Adult and Teen Programs |
Monday Movies - Cobourg Library - Mondays - 2:00 p.m. - Rotary Room
- Join us for free movie screenings each Monday.
- Light refreshments will be provided. No registration is necessary.
- Nov 4 - The lady in the van (2015 - Maggie Smith) (104 min)
- Nov 11 - NO MOVIE (Remembrance Day - CLOSED)
- Nov 18 - The Artist (2011 - Jean Dujardin) (100 min)
- Nov 25 - The Hustler (1961 - Paul Newman) (135 min)
Yarn Circle - Bewdley Branch - Wednesdays - 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
- Join us at the Bewdley Branch for the Yarn Circle.
- A place to sit and chat with other yarn crafters and work on a current project of your own and enjoy refreshments. Drop-in program.
Bewdley Book Club - Bewdley Branch - Wednesday, November 13th - 6:30 p.m.
- Join us at the Bewdley Branch to discuss our latest book: "The Clockmaker's daughter" by Kate Morton.
- Registration is required. Please talk to branch staff if you are interested!
- Next meeting will be in January
Adult Craft Night - Bewdley Branch - Wednesday, November 20th - 6:00 p.m.
- Do you have lots of yarn scraps laying around? Want to make something different with them?
- Join us at the Bewdley Branch and try making a "yarn painting"!
- No experience necessary.
- All materials will be provided.
- Space is limited and registration is required.
- Please contact your local branch or go online to register.
- Register online to attend starting Friday, November 1st at 10:00 a.m.
Teen Hangout - Cobourg Library - Wednesday, October 23rd - 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
- Bring your friends and enjoy a dedicated space for teens only.
- Hang out, meet new people, play our new Nintendo Switch or a board game, participate in an activity, or enjoy the free wi-fi.
- FREE SNACKS PROVIDED!
- All teens are welcome to join. Drop-in Program
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| November 2024 - Child and Family Programs |
- Available starting November 1st - During Branch Hours
- Stop by the Library and pick up your glitter snow globe kit to make this sparkling decoration.
- Each kit contains the materials to create and decorate one globe. While Supplies last
- Join us this fall for stories, songs, and rhymes perfect for ages 0 to 6 years.
- A great program for school readiness and meeting other families in our community.
- Families Welcome. Drop-in Program.
- Nov 7th - Northumberland Paramedics visit Family Storytime
- Join us for storytime each week as we explore a different theme through stories, songs, and a craft. For ages 0 to 6.
- Families Welcome. Drop-in Program.
- Nov 22nd - Northumberland EarlyON
- A special storytime with the Northumberland Paramedics. Meet a paramedic, listen to a story and explore an ambulance.
- Families welcome. Drop-in program.
Join the Bewdley Branch for a special storytime and activities in partnership with Northumberland EarlyON Child and Family Centres.
Families Welcome. Drop-in Program.
- Drop into our Taylor Swift Party to hang out with other Swifties and do Swift-themed activities.
- Families Welcome. Drop-in Program.
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| November 2024 - Outreach and Events |
Big Library Read - on Libby - November 7th to November 21st
- Get ready to embark on an enchanting journey through Washington Park, Chicago with Montgomery “Monty” Carver in Montgomery and the Case of the Golden Key, by debut author Tracy Occomy Crowder.
- Experience this nostalgic adventure with Big Library Read, the world’s largest digital book club.
- A fabulous family read, Montgomery and the Case of the Golden Key promises to captivate readers of all ages with its delightful story of discovery, resilience, and the power of community.
- Enjoy it for free as an eBook and audiobook on the Libby app, Libby Online or through the CobourgPL Download Centre.
Library Chess Club - Cobourg Library - Tuesdays - 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. - Reading Room
- Meet other local chess players. Pieces and boards will be available. Drop-in program. All ages welcome.
Tech Help Drop-In - Cobourg Library - Tuesday, November 5th - 4:15 p.m. to 5:15 p.m.
- Trinity College Students are here to assist with basic tech help.
- Drop-in for assistance with your social media accounts, device setup and more.
- Kindly note that there may be a bit of a wait depending on the volume of interest. Remember to bring the tech you need help with.
- Located at 5453 Front St, Harwood, ON K0K 2H0
- 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.
Boomers & Beyond - Cobourg Library - Fridays - 10:00 a.m. - November 8th to December 13th
- November 8th - Exploring Trench Art with Councillor Randy Barber.
- November 15th - Exploring the future of transportation with David Kuhnke, as he shares insights on electric vehicles.
- November 22nd - Sip and chat about the valuable services for seniors offered by The Help Centre.
- November 29th - The Cobourg Ecology Gardeners present speaker, Kelsey Jibb, owner of Cold Springs Flower Farm to speak about gardening and climate change.
- December 6th - Join Sandra Dee, Professional Eldercare Planner, as she shares insights on leveraging local resources, aging options, and in-home safety strategies for prolonged independence as we age.
- December 13th - Join us on safari and meet a variety of exotic creatures from around the globe! The 8-10 animal-lineup focuses on our smaller exotic animals such as exotic birds, mammals and reptiles from Hands On Exotics.
- The Cobourg Library will be closed on Monday, November 11th.
- Our Virtual Library is always open.
- Join us in the Reading Room to meet our local St. John Ambulance Therapy Dogs.
- All dogs are child-friendly and looking forward to meeting you.
Virtual Author Festival - Hosted on Facebook by the Cobourg Library - November 18th to November 22nd
- It's Back! Meet some of Cobourg's local authors during our Virtual Author Festival this November.
- Join us on Facebook @CobourgPL as we celebrate our talented local authors with short interviews.
- Nov 18th - 12:00 p.m. - Christopher Cameron
- Nov 18th - 6:00 p.m. - Shane Joseph
- Nov 19th - 12:00 p.m. - Gwynn Scheltema-Anderson
- Nov 19th - 6:00 p.m. - Reva Nelson
- Nov 20th - 12:00 p.m. - Susan Statham
- Nov 20th - 6:00 p.m. - Felicity Sidnell Reid
- Nov 21st - 12:00 p.m. - Marie Prins
- Nov 22nd - 12:00 p.m. - Patricia Calder
- Nov 22nd - 6:00 p.m. - Linda Hutsell-Manning
- Nov 22nd - 9:00 p.m. - Marie Lynn Hammond
Cobourg Creates - Cobourg Library - Saturday, November 30th - 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
- Join the Northumberland Stitchery Guild, Northumberland Rug Hookers and friends for a hands-on experience trying different fiber arts.
- Try your hand at sewing, weaving, stitching, rug hooking and more!
- This is an inclusive event. Everyone welcome.
- This event is in partnership with the Northumberland Stitchery Guild.
Book and Item Donations on Hold for Now
- We would like to thank our community who have supported our Library by donating their gently used books and other items.
- We have simply been overwhelmed with books, movies, music and other items, and we cannot possibly accept any more donations until next year.
- Please check back with us in February 2025 for updates of when we will resume accepting book donations.
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| December 2024 - Adult and Teen Programs |
- Visit any library branch to give your best guess at how many candy canes are in the container.
- The winner takes home the candy canes!
- Teens Only. One guess per person.
Virtual Author Talk - Hosted by the Cobourg Library on Facebook - Wednesday, December 4th - 7:00 p.m.
- Join us on Facebook to hear from Shane Joseph, author of "Victoria Unveiled" - The worlds of publishing and AI clash, leading to some funny, saucy, and scary situations, leaving us with the existential question of how will we share this planet with our digital creations?
- Shane Joseph is a graduate of the Humber School for Writers in Toronto, Canada. He began writing as a teenager living in Sri Lanka and has never stopped.
- Shane has written numerous books and his short stories and articles have appeared in several Canadian anthologies and in literary journals around the world.
- His novels and stories reflect the redemptive power of acceptance and forgiveness.
Monday Movies - Cobourg Library - Mondays - 2:00 p.m. - Rotary Room
- Drop in for a free movie. Light refreshments will be provided.
- Dec 2 - The Ladykillers (2004 - Tom Hanks) (90 min)
- Dec 9 - True Grit (2010 - Jeff Bridges) (110 min)
- Dec 16 - It's a wonderful life (1946 - James Stewart) (129 min)
Yarn Circle - Bewdley Branch - Wednesdays - 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
- A place to sit and chat with other yarn crafters and work on a current project of your own and enjoy refreshments.
- Drop-in program.
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| December 2024 - Child and Family Programs |
- Available starting December 3rd - During Branch Hours - While supplies last.
- Stop by the Library and pick up your Festive Fun kit to make a holiday bracelet and a gingerbread train.
- Each kit contains the materials to create one bracelet and one train.
Cobourg Family Storytime - Cobourg Library - Thursdays - 10:30 a.m. - Rotary Room
- Join us this winter 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.
- *Please be advised that there will be no Family Storytime on Thursday, December 26th, 2024. The Cobourg Public Library will be closed.*
- Join Library staff 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.
- *Please be advised that there will be no Family Storytime on Friday, December 27, 2024.*
- A special storytime at the Cobourg Public Library with Cobourg Cougars hockey players.
- Listen to hockey themed stories, songs, rhymes, and try some mini stick hockey.
- Families Welcome. Drop-in Program.
Craft and Movie Night - Gores Landing Branch - Friday, December 6th at 6:00 p.m.
- Join us at the Gores Landing Hall for a free craft night and to watch Santa's little helper.
- This event is free to attend and open to all ages. Refreshments provided. Parents are asked to stay.
- This program is brought to you in partnership with the Gores Landing Hall Committee.
Hibernating Animals Scavenger Hunt - All Library Locations - Monday, December 30th to Sunday, January 5th
- There are 12 images of hibernating animals hidden in the Youth Department.
- Find the location of them all and win a prize.
- Families Welcome. Drop-in Program.
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| December 2024 - Outreach and Events |
Social Media Giveaway - December 1st to 15th
- December is here, and the holiday magic is all around!
- Join our "Festive Reads & Cheerful Treats" giveaway to celebrate the season with us.
- Follow CobourgPL on Facebook or Instagram, and share a comment with your favourite holiday book to read, song to sing or movie to watch - and be automatically entered to win a $25 gift card to Rosarya Bakery!
Holiday Cards for Local Seniors - Cobourg Library - Tuesday, December 3rd to Sunday, December 8th
- Share your holiday spirit by dropping off your own creative cards or picking up one of ours (while supplies last).
- Each card will be delivered to a local seniors' residence, spreading joy and warmth this holiday season.
- Bring your device for basic tech help!
- Drop in early, first come first serve.
- Reading Room at the Cobourg Public Library
Library Chess Club - Cobourg Library - Tuesdays, December 3rd and 10th - 4:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
- Join us in person for this fun event!
- Meet other local chess players.
- Pieces and boards will be available.
Boomers & Beyond - Cobourg Library - Fridays - December 6th & 13th - 10:00 a.m.
- Dec. 6th - Join Sandra Dee, Professional Eldercare Planner, as she shares insights on leveraging local resources, aging options, and in-home safety strategies for prolonged independence as we age.
- Dec. 13th - Join us on safari and meet a variety of exotic creatures from around the globe! The 8-10 animal-lineup focuses on our smaller exotic animals such as exotic birds, mammals and reptiles from Hands On Exotics.
Breakfast & Books - Harwood Hall - Saturday, December 7th - 8:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
- Located at 5453 Front St, Harwood, ON K0K 2H0
- 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.
Books Make the Best Gifts - Cobourg Library - Saturday, December 7th - 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
- Looking for that special gift?
- Drop by the Rotary Room to view the book titles available from local authors, and enjoy free refreshments.
- All donations will support the Cobourg Public Library. In partnership with the Spirit of the Hills Arts Association.
Holiday Market - Cobourg Library - Saturday, December 14th - 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
- Join us in the Rotary Room to find the perfect gift for that someone special.
- Free Admission. Treats, Crafts, Pre-loved books and more!
- For more info: hello@lakehousecandles.ca
- Dec 24 - Cobourg Library - Closing at 1:00 p.m.
- Dec 24 - Gores Landing Branch Closed
- Dec 25 - All Locations Closed
- Dec 26 - All Locations Closed
- Dec 27 to 30 - All Locations - Regular Hours
- Dec 31 - Cobourg Library - Closing at 1:00 p.m.
- Dec 31 - Gores Landing Branch Closed
- Jan 1 - All Locations Closed
Book and Item Donations on Hold for Now
- We would like to thank our community who have supported our Library by donating their gently used books and other items.
- We have simply been overwhelmed with books, movies, music and other items, and we cannot possibly accept any more donations until next year.
- Please check back with us in February 2025 for updates of when we will resume accepting book donations.
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