Get Ready to GameJam!

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Do you love playing video games? Have you ever wondered how they are made? Do you want to learn how to create your own games using code? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then you are invited to join our game jam event!

This event is aimed at elementary school aged children in grades 2-8 and is meant to celebrate the joy that can be found in coding and creating something with your own or with a team of up to 3 people.

What is a game jam?

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A game jam is an event where participants try to make a video game in a short amount of time. You can work alone or in a team, and you can use any tools or software you like (as long as the game can be played in a web browser online, please see our rules and regulations for more info). The only rule is that you have to follow a theme, which will be announced at the start of the event on March 1st.

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Family Day is Over, Long Live Family Night!

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I’m too late for a Valentine’s Day post and too early for a Leap Year post. Daniela covered Freedom to Read Week, and Family Day already happened. I’m left to my own devices for a post, and when that happens, you know you’re in for something nerdy. However, I still feel like I want to get in on the holiday posting, so I’m extending Family Day a bit because it doesn’t have to be a provincial holiday to be a family day.

And, of course, family day for me means gaming! My bio mentions no space for my board games, and even though that’s been true for a while, I continue to buy new ones. I may have a problem. VPL is here to help, though! We have a robust board game collection available to our customers. It’s well-used, too! So, some of you already know the value of not having a game take up permanent space on your shelves, or maybe just the value of trying before buying. I’m absolutely guilty of that.

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Unlocking Ideas: Celebrating Freedom to Read Week

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In a small town named Vaughan, the public library has always been a beacon of knowledge, a sanctuary for readers of all ages.

However, a recent controversy has changed its atmosphere entirely. Due to a series of complaints from a vocal minority, the library administration decided to place certain books under lock and key, making them accessible only upon special request.

As you enter the library, you notice a prominent sign at the entrance: “Restricted Section – Please Inquire at the Front Desk.” Curiosity piqued, you approach the front desk where a librarian greets you with a forced smile, her eyes betraying a hint of unease.

“Welcome to Vaughan Public Libraries. How may I assist you today?” she asks, trying to maintain a semblance of normality amidst the palpable tension.

“I heard about the restricted section. Can you tell me more about it?” you inquire, intrigued yet apprehensive about what you might discover.

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