Orangeville Public Library | Check It Out Newsletter | March 2023 |
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Join us for five days of fun from March 13 to 17. Enjoy a morning of laughter and awe by attending a live ticketed entertainment show at Princess Elizabeth Public School, 51 Elizabeth Street.
Tickets are available in advance at the Alder Street Library, or at the door on the day of the performance. Please note that payment at the door is cash only (no debit available).
Tickets are $3.00 each. Save $1 - buy tickets for 3 different shows and pay $8.00. All shows are roughly 45 minutes in length.
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Zumba Kids
Monday, March, 13 from 2 - 3 p.m.
Princess Elizabeth Public School
Zumba Kids with Marifa Mac is a rockin', high-energy dance party packed with kid-friendly routines. She will break down steps and play dance games. Bring your running shoes to take part – no bare feet or socks allowed. Please register in advance. For ages 6 to 12.
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Kids Knit
Tuesday, March 14 from 2 - 3 p.m.
Alder Street Library
Join the members from Orange thREADs for another great “Learn to Knit” workshop. Try your hand at knitting and meet new friends! Please register in advance. For ages 8 to 12.
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LEGO Challenge
Wednesday, March 15 from 2 - 3 p.m.
Alder Street Library
Are you a Master Builder? Do you have what it takes to go up against your friends in the ultimate LEGO challenge? Join members of our Teen Advisory Group for an hour of LEGO building fun. There will be prizes! Please register to add your name to the waiting list. For ages 7 to 12. |
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Young Author Visit
Thursday, March 16 from 2 - 3 p.m.
Alder Street Library
Meet Amaya James, the amazing young author and illustrator of Afro, No! at this fun program that will celebrate how beautifully unique each of us are. Amaya will share a reading and the story behind her story, and then we will complete a fun art activity. For ages 4 and up. Please RSVP to let us know you will attend. |
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Enjoy T ales on the Trails at the Island Lake or Terra Cotta locations during the Maple Syrup in the Park events. The StoryWalk® features the picture book “Tapping for Sap" by Carolyn J. Morris. Presented in partnership with the Credit Valley Conservation Authority, Orangeville Public Library and the Halton Hills Public Library. With thanks to the author and Railfence Books (publisher) for permission to use the story.
After School Club - New program name but all the same same fun with Nicole. Get creative with monster art on Monday, March 20 at 4:30 p.m. This is a drop in program for 7 to 12 years.
Autour du monde en Français - Saturdays, March 11 and 18, 10:30 - 11:30 a.m. Please register for each date separately.
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Jurassic Park Escape Room - Friday, March 17
This escape room is exclusively for teens ages 13 to 17.
Register with your friends in groups up to 5 people. Time slots are available at 2:00, 3:00, 4:00 and 5:00 p.m. Registration is required to participate. Space is limited.
Teen Advisory Group - Join Tanis on Friday, March 10. Meet at 4 p.m. inside the Alder Street Library.
Teen Chronicles - Join OPL's Teen book club on Friday, March 24 at 4 p.m., at the Alder Street Library.
Teen Book Stash - Spring into a good book! The spring edition includes April, May and June - yes that means you will receive three stash boxes, one each month! Read and return the books but keep the goodies. Please register only if you can commit to picking up the box for all three months.
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Have you tried Libby for Kids? |
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Whether you're travelling to a destination or curling up at home, Libby is a great option for entertaining and engaging your kids. Find popular titles, in both English and French, in eBook or audiobook formats.
Read-Along books, that provide audio narration with highlighted words, are available with the Libby app and TumblebookLibrary (K-6).
Download the Libby app - books for all ages with your library card. Happy reading! |
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This is the last week of our Tuesday and Thursday storytimes before we pause for March Break and program planning. We look forward to seeing you back on Tuesday, April 4 or Thursday, April 6 for the spring session.
Adventures in the Park - Join Erin on Monday, March 13 and 20 for an outdoor storytime. Meet at Village Green Park, 53 Hewitt St., at 10 a.m.
Every Child Ready to Read spring session - April 4 to June 8.
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Tax Clinic at the Train Station |
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From March 6 to April 25, the library is hosting the Community Volunteer Income Tax Program (CVITP) at the train station located at 49 Town Line. The train station is open Monday to Friday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
The CVITP program helps individuals and families e-file their 2022 tax return. Those with a modest income and a simple tax situation are eligible for this service. The walk-in clinic to meet with a volunteer takes place on Tuesday and Wednesday from10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
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Orange thREADs - Join this friendly group on Tuesday, March 21, 1 p.m. at the Alder Street Library for an afternoon of fellowship and conversation.
Library Closure: Both locations of the library will be closed on Monday, March 27 for a professional development day.
Library Board Meeting - the first meeting of the 2023-2026 Library Board will be held later this month. Watch the website and social media for the date and time.
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