Orangeville Public Library | Check It Out Newsletter | June 2022 |
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Our books talk back! Stories come alive on Saturday, June 18 from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Awesome Human Library in celebration of the 2SLGBTQ+ community. In partnership with Celebrate Your Awesome, we invite readers to check out a human book for an engaging one-on-one conversation about the person’s lived experiences. Featured topics include transgender, gay rights, drag, gender identities and more.
A Human Library challenges preconceived notions humans have about other humans. Volunteers (Books) tell their stories to people (Readers) who sign up for short one-on-one conversations. By talking to one another in safe, respectful spaces, we can dismantle discrimination and create vibrant and inclusive communities where diversity is celebrated. Questions and conversation starters will be provided to inspire engaging and educational conversations.
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Adult Programs at Mill Street Library |
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Thursday, June 16 at 7 p.m.
Roadmap to a better world - Local speaker and writer Andrew Welch will discuss themes from his two books: “The Value Crisis” and "Our Second Chance". Learn more
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Tuesday, June 21 at 6:30 p.m.
Learn about the rights and responsibilities of older adults and those who care for them under Ontario law. Presented by Amber Neumann from the Elder Law Section of the Ontario Bar Association.
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Saturday, June 18, 10:30 a.m.
Celebrate Pride Month as a family with a fun and inclusive storytime at the Mill Street Library. Special guest Sapphyre will be reading stories celebrating what makes each and every one of us AWESOME!
Celebrate Your Awesome is on June 18 from 1 p.m. to 11 p.m. Mill Street will be closed for the day.
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Saturday, June 25, 11 a.m.
Your Library is gearing up for a great summer of programming. Join Summer Reading Program Assistants, Annika and Kyla, for the launch of the TD Summer Reading Club on Saturday, June 25, 11 a.m. to 12 p.m., at the Mill Street Library. Enjoy a special magic show with Wizard Steve Baker, then pick up your TD Summer Reading notebook and accessories to help track your reads all summer long for a chance to win great prizes.
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Drop-in Programs
Books and Loose Parts - Wednesday, June 15, 10 a.m. at Mill
Explore the amazing world of loose parts inspired by children’s stories with Heather Jackson of The Sunflower School. The featured book is "The Paper Dolls" by Julia Donaldson. Drop-in program for ages 2.5 to 6 years with parent/caregiver. Upcoming date: Wednesday, July 13, 10 to 11 a.m.
Family Storytime - Saturday, June 11, 10:30 a.m. at Alder
Join us for stories, songs and fun at the Alder St. location on Saturdays at 10:30 a.m. All ages are welcome.
Saturday Lego at Alder - 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
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Tween Club
Join Nicole on Monday, June 27 at 4:30 p.m. for the last monthly Tween Club before the summer begins. Celebrate the 25 year anniversary of the release of Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone with a Harry Potter themed escape room!
Registration is required to participate in this program and spots are limited.
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Teen Advisory Group - Join Tanis on Friday, June 10 at 4 p.m. Meet at the Alder St. branch.
Teen Chronicles - Join OPL's Teen book club on Friday, June 24 at 4 p.m. at the Alder St. branch. Discover books in celebration of Pride Month.
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June is National Indigenous History Month and June 21 is National Indigenous Peoples Day, a time to honour the rich and diverse culture, experiences, and achievements of First Nations, Métis and Inuit people. We encourage you to seek out books by Indigenous authors to learn from their voices. Staff are available to help you select books for all ages.
Check it Out Book Club Looking for great reads and good company to discuss them with? Jump into the world of books with OPL's new Adult Book Club facilitated by Tina Andrews.
The first meeting is on Wednesday, June 29, 7 to 8:30 p.m. at the Mill Street Library. Participants will discuss Five Little Indians by Michelle Good. The novel chronicles the desperate quest of a group of residential school survivors to come to terms with their past and find a way forward. "Five Little Indians" won the 2020 Governor General’s Literary Award for fiction, the 2021 Amazon Canada First Novel Award, and the 2022 Canada Reads competition.
Registration is required. Copies of the book are available to borrow.
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Library Board Meeting
The next meeting is on Wednesday, June 22, 5 p.m. at the Mill St. location. Please contact Jillian at jmoule@orangeville.ca for additional information. |
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