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March 1, 2018 to May 31, 2018
 
 

Ongoing Programs

March 1, 2018 to May 31, 2018

 
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  • Born to Read

    Pre-school Programs
    Ansley Grove Library   contact
    March 1, 2018 to March 10, 2018

    Fridays, 10:30 AM to 11:00 AM
    Join us for an interactive program to share stories, songs, rhymes and early literacy activities that you can continue to enjoy at home! For ages 0-18 months with a parent or caregiver.
  • Ansley Grove Library   contact
    March 22, 2018 to May 31, 2018

    Fridays, 10:30 AM to 11:00 AM
    Join us for an interactive program to share stories, songs, rhymes and early literacy activities that you can continue to enjoy at home! For ages 0-18 months with a parent or caregiver.
  • Bathurst Clark Resource Library   contact
    March 1, 2018 to May 31, 2018

    Tuesdays, 10:30 AM to 11:00 AM
    Thursdays, 2:00 PM to 2:30 PM
    Join us for an interactive program to share stories, songs, rhymes and early literacy activities that you can continue to enjoy at home! For ages 0-18 months with a parent or caregiver.
  • Civic Centre Resource Library   contact
    March 1, 2018 to May 31, 2018

    Wednesdays, 2:00 PM to 2:30 PM
    Fridays, 2:00 PM to 2:30 PM
    Join us for an interactive program to share stories, songs, rhymes and early literacy activities that you can continue to enjoy at home! For ages 0-18 months with a parent or caregiver.
  • Maple Library   contact
    March 1, 2018 to May 31, 2018

    Tuesdays, 1:30 PM to 2:00 PM
    Join us for an interactive program to share stories, songs, rhymes and early literacy activities that you can continue to enjoy at home! For ages 0-18 months with a parent or caregiver.
  • Pierre Berton Resource Library   contact
    March 1, 2018 to May 31, 2018

    Tuesdays, 10:30 AM to 11:00 AM
    Join us for an interactive program to share stories, songs, rhymes and early literacy activities that you can continue to enjoy at home! For ages 0-18 months with a parent or caregiver.
  • Pleasant Ridge Library   contact
    March 1, 2018 to May 31, 2018

    Mondays, 11:30 AM to 12:00 PM
    Join us for an interactive program to share stories, songs, rhymes and early literacy activities that you can continue to enjoy at home! For ages 0-18 months with a parent or caregiver.
 
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  • Computer Tutor

    Adult Programs
    Ansley Grove Library   contact
    March 1, 2018 to May 31, 2018
    Want to learn something new with computers? Our volunteers will help you learn the basics or explore various technological topics. Visit the service desk for more details.
  • Bathurst Clark Resource Library   contact
    March 1, 2018 to May 31, 2018
    Want to learn something new with computers? Our volunteers will help you learn the basics or explore various technological topics. Visit the service desk for more details.
  • Civic Centre Resource Library   contact
    March 1, 2018 to May 31, 2018
    Want to learn something new with computers? Our volunteers will help you learn the basics or explore various technological topics. Visit the service desk for more details.
  • Pleasant Ridge Library   contact
    March 1, 2018 to May 31, 2018
    Want to learn something new with computers? Our volunteers will help you learn the basics or explore various technological topics. Visit the service desk for more details.
  • Woodbridge Library   contact
    March 1, 2018 to May 31, 2018
    Want to learn something new with computers? Our volunteers will help you learn the basics or explore various technological topics. Visit the service desk for more details.
 
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  • Computer Tutor Volunteers

    Adult Programs
    Bathurst Clark Resource Library   contact
    March 1, 2018 to May 31, 2018
    Share your computer skills with people who require either basic or advanced computer knowledge. Application forms are available at the Service Desk or online. For ages 14+.
  • Civic Centre Resource Library   contact
    March 1, 2018 to May 31, 2018
    Share your computer skills with people who require either basic or advanced computer knowledge. Application forms are available at the Service Desk or online. For ages 14+.
  • Pleasant Ridge Library   contact
    March 1, 2018 to May 31, 2018
    Share your computer skills with people who require either basic or advanced computer knowledge. Application forms are available at the Service Desk or online. For ages 14+.
  • Woodbridge Library   contact
    March 1, 2018 to May 31, 2018
    Share your computer skills with people who require either basic or advanced computer knowledge. Application forms are available at the Service Desk or online. For ages 14+.
 
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  • Countdown to Kindergarten

    Pre-school Programs
    Maple Library   contact
    April 4, 2018 to June 6, 2018

    Wednesdays, 10:30 AM to 11:00 AM
    This 10 week session is designed to help prepare your little one for kindergarten. Preschoolers enjoy an independent half hour of stories, songs and hands-on activity stations. Caregivers must remain in the library. Register on Eventbrite.
 
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  • Family Storytime

    For Children & Families
    Ansley Grove Library   contact
    March 6, 2018 to April 30, 2018

    Tuesdays, 7:00 PM to 7:30 PM
    Spend time together enjoying great stories, songs and rhymes. Fun for the whole family!
  • Ansley Grove Library   contact
    May 3, 2018 to May 31, 2018

    Tuesdays, 7:00 PM to 7:30 PM
    Spend time together enjoying great stories, songs and rhymes. Fun for the whole family!
  • Civic Centre Resource Library   contact
    March 1, 2018 to May 31, 2018

    Wednesdays, 7:00 PM to 7:30 PM
    Fridays, 11:30 AM to 12:00 PM
    Spend time together enjoying great stories, songs and rhymes. Fun for the whole family!
  • Dufferin Clark Library   contact
    March 7, 2018 to May 30, 2018

    Wednesdays, 6:30 PM to 7:00 PM
    Spend time together enjoying great stories, songs and rhymes. Fun for the whole family!
  • Maple Library   contact
    March 1, 2018 to May 31, 2018

    Thursdays, 10:30 AM to 11:00 AM
    Saturdays, 11:00 AM to 11:30 AM
    Spend time together enjoying great stories, songs and rhymes. Fun for the whole family!
  • Pierre Berton Resource Library   contact
    March 1, 2018 to May 31, 2018

    Thursdays, 11:00 AM to 11:30 AM
    Mondays, 6:30 PM to 7:00 PM
    Spend time together enjoying great stories, songs and rhymes. Fun for the whole family!
  • Pleasant Ridge Library   contact
    March 6, 2018 to May 29, 2018

    Tuesdays, 7:00 PM to 7:30 PM
    Spend time together enjoying great stories, songs and rhymes. Fun for the whole family!
  • Woodbridge Library   contact
    March 1, 2018 to May 31, 2018

    Thursdays, 6:45 PM to 7:15 PM
    Spend time together enjoying great stories, songs and rhymes. Fun for the whole family!
 
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  • Fun With French

    Children's Programs
    Bathurst Clark Resource Library   contact
    March 1, 2018 to May 31, 2018

    Thursdays, 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
    Parlez vous français? Practice French with stories and activities led by French speaking volunteers from our community. For ages 7 and up.
  • Civic Centre Resource Library   contact
    March 1, 2018 to May 31, 2018

    Wednesdays, 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
    Parlez vous français? Practice French with stories and activities led by French speaking volunteers from our community. For ages 7 and up.
  • Pierre Berton Resource Library   contact
    March 19, 2018 to April 2, 2018

    Mondays, 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
    Parlez vous français? Practice French with stories and activities led by French speaking volunteers from our community. For ages 7 and up.
  • Pierre Berton Resource Library   contact
    April 9, 2018 to May 14, 2018

    Mondays, 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
    Parlez vous français? Practice French with stories and activities led by French speaking volunteers from our community. For ages 7 and up.
  • Pierre Berton Resource Library   contact
    May 28, 2018 to June 18, 2018
    7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
    Parlez vous français? Practice French with stories and activities led by French speaking volunteers from our community. For ages 7 and up.
 
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  • Hop, Sing, Read!

    Pre-school Programs
    Civic Centre Resource Library   contact
    March 1, 2018 to May 31, 2018

    Tuesdays, 2:00 PM to 2:30 PM
    For children who love to move, this storytime is 30 minutes of songs, rhymes and wiggles. For 2 to 4 year olds and their enthusiastic adult.
  • Dufferin Clark Library   contact
    March 7, 2018 to May 30, 2018

    Wednesdays, 10:30 AM to 11:00 AM
    For children who love to move, this storytime is 30 minutes of songs, rhymes and wiggles. For 2 to 4 year olds and their enthusiastic adult.
 
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  • LEED Building Tours

    Adult Programs
    Civic Centre Resource Library   contact
    March 1, 2018 to May 31, 2018

    Tuesdays,
    Join us for a tour of Civic Centre Resource Library to learn about the energy efficient and sustainable design elements and features of this library building. Please visit the information desk for more information or to request a tour.
 
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  • Make Your Own...

    Make It! Create It! Learn It!
    Pierre Berton Resource Library   contact
    March 27, 2018 to April 17, 2018

    Tuesdays, 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
    Anything! We’ll show you how to use the tools in our Make It! space to design those DIY projects! A new theme will be featured each week. Please pre-register at the Service Desk or on Eventbrite.
  • Pierre Berton Resource Library   contact
    May 8, 2018 to May 29, 2018

    Tuesdays, 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
    Anything! We’ll show you how to use the tools in our Make It! space to design those DIY projects! A new theme will be featured each week. Please pre-register at the Service Desk or on Eventbrite.
 
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  • March Break Camp!

    Special Events
    Maple Library   contact
    March 12, 2018 to March 16, 2018
    9:00 AM to 4:00 PM
    Our full week camp features a new theme every day! We've got a ton of activities, games and so much more that you'll love. Extended Day Care available through the City of Vaughan. Space is limited. Ages 7-12. $125 for Full Week. $30 per day. Register on Eventbrite starting January 15.

    General Information
    - Child information sheet will be sent out via email, to be completed by parent or caregiver, following registration and payment. 
    - Time will be allotted for two snacks and lunch. Please provide your child with nut free, school safe food items. 
    - Children will need to be signed in and out daily. Children attending City of Vaughan Extended Day Care will be escorted to and from the camp.

    Extended Day Care
    Our camp runs from 9am to 4pm from March 12th to 16th. Extended Day Care is available through the City of Vaughan from 7:30-9am and 4-6pm daily. Available for full week registration only. An additional fee is applicable and registration for Extended Day Care is through the City of Vaughan's RecOnline website. 

    Daily Themes 
    Monday, March 12: Mysterious Monday
    Tuesday, March 13: Time Travel Tuesday
    Wednesday, March 14: Wacky Wednesday
    Thursday, March 15: Tropical Thursday
    Friday, March 16: FANtastic Friday

    For questions or assistance please contact:

    Dina Stevens
    Librarian II - Program and Event Development
    dina.stevens@vaughan.ca
    905-653-7323 x4636

 
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  • Musical Babies

    Pre-school Programs
    Kleinburg Library   contact
    March 1, 2018 to May 31, 2018

    Wednesdays, 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM
    An hour-long program that incorporates musical learning with songs, rhymes, and more! Offered in partnership with EarlyON Centre. Space is limited. For ages 0-12 months.
  • Maple Library   contact
    March 1, 2018 to May 31, 2018

    Thursdays, 1:30 PM to 2:30 PM
    An hour-long program that incorporates musical learning with songs, rhymes, and more! Offered in partnership with EarlyON Centre. Space is limited. For ages 0-12 months.
 
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  • Sensory Friendly Movie

    For Children & Families
    Ansley Grove Library   contact
    April 7, 2018 to May 4, 2018

    Saturdays, 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM
    We turn the lights up and the volume down! These inclusive family movie screenings are designed for children with special needs. For children 12 and under and their families.
  • Ansley Grove Library   contact
    May 6, 2018 to May 31, 2018

    Saturdays, 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM
    We turn the lights up and the volume down! These inclusive family movie screenings are designed for children with special needs. For children 12 and under and their families.
 
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  • STEAM Coaches

    Make It! Create It! Learn It!
    Bathurst Clark Resource Library   contact
    March 1, 2018 to May 31, 2018
    Calling all committed makers and techies! Earn volunteer hours by assisting staff and customers in our creation spaces. Build your resume while perfecting your teaching and tech skills! Ages 14 +. Contact your branch for further details. Application forms are available at the service desk or online.
  • Civic Centre Resource Library   contact
    March 1, 2018 to May 31, 2018
    Calling all committed makers and techies! Earn volunteer hours by assisting staff and customers in our creation spaces. Build your resume while perfecting your teaching and tech skills! Ages 14 +. Contact your branch for further details. Application forms are available at the service desk or online.
  • Maple Library   contact
    March 1, 2018 to May 31, 2018

    Thursdays, 7:00 PM
    Calling all committed makers and techies! Earn volunteer hours by assisting staff and customers in our creation spaces. Build your resume while perfecting your teaching and tech skills! Ages 14 +. Contact your branch for further details. Application forms are available at the service desk or online.
  • Pierre Berton Resource Library   contact
    March 1, 2018 to May 31, 2018
    Calling all committed makers and techies! Earn volunteer hours by assisting staff and customers in our creation spaces. Build your resume while perfecting your teaching and tech skills! Ages 14 +. Contact your branch for further details. Application forms are available at the service desk or online.
 
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  • Study Hall

    Adult Programs
    Bathurst Clark Resource Library   contact
    April 6, 2018 to April 29, 2018
    Need a place to study for exams? VPL's study hall is open late for university students who want to study alone or in small groups. Hours: 9 p.m. to midnight on Mon. - Thurs., 6 to 9 p.m. on Fri., and 5 to 9 p.m. on Sat. and Sun.
  • Civic Centre Resource Library   contact
    April 6, 2018 to April 29, 2018
    Need a place to study for exams? VPL's study hall is open late for university students who want to study alone or in small groups. Hours: 9 p.m. to midnight on Mon. - Thurs., 6 to 9 p.m. on Fri., and 5 to 9 p.m. on Sat. and Sun.
  • Pierre Berton Resource Library   contact
    April 6, 2018 to April 29, 2018
    Need a place to study for exams? VPL's study hall is open late for university students who want to study alone or in small groups. Hours: 9 p.m. to midnight on Mon. - Thurs., 6 to 9 p.m. on Fri., and 5 to 9 p.m. on Sat. and Sun.
 
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  • Toddling to Read

    Pre-school Programs
    Ansley Grove Library   contact
    March 1, 2018 to May 31, 2018

    Thursdays, 10:30 AM to 11:00 AM
    This program features stories, songs, action rhymes and early literacy activities that you can continue to enjoy at home! Toddlers will enjoy lots of stimulation and activity. For ages 18 months-3 years with a parent or caregiver.
  • Bathurst Clark Resource Library   contact
    March 1, 2018 to May 31, 2018

    Thursdays, 10:30 AM to 11:00 AM
    This program features stories, songs, action rhymes and early literacy activities that you can continue to enjoy at home! Toddlers will enjoy lots of stimulation and activity. For ages 18 months-3 years with a parent or caregiver.
  • Civic Centre Resource Library   contact
    March 1, 2018 to May 31, 2018

    Mondays, 11:30 AM to 12:00 PM
    This program features stories, songs, action rhymes and early literacy activities that you can continue to enjoy at home! Toddlers will enjoy lots of stimulation and activity. For ages 18 months-3 years with a parent or caregiver.
  • Kleinburg Library   contact
    March 1, 2018 to May 31, 2018

    Tuesdays, 11:00 AM to 11:30 AM
    This program features stories, songs, action rhymes and early literacy activities that you can continue to enjoy at home! Toddlers will enjoy lots of stimulation and activity. For ages 18 months-3 years with a parent or caregiver.
  • Maple Library   contact
    March 1, 2018 to May 31, 2018

    Tuesdays, 10:30 AM to 11:00 AM
    This program features stories, songs, action rhymes and early literacy activities that you can continue to enjoy at home! Toddlers will enjoy lots of stimulation and activity. For ages 18 months-3 years with a parent or caregiver.
  • Pierre Berton Resource Library   contact
    March 1, 2018 to May 31, 2018

    Wednesdays, 10:30 AM to 11:00 AM
    This program features stories, songs, action rhymes and early literacy activities that you can continue to enjoy at home! Toddlers will enjoy lots of stimulation and activity. For ages 18 months-3 years with a parent or caregiver.
  • Pleasant Ridge Library   contact
    March 1, 2018 to May 31, 2018

    Fridays, 10:30 AM to 11:00 AM
    Wednesdays, 10:30 AM to 11:00 AM
    This program features stories, songs, action rhymes and early literacy activities that you can continue to enjoy at home! Toddlers will enjoy lots of stimulation and activity. For ages 18 months-3 years with a parent or caregiver.
 
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Programs Coming Up

2018
May
23
Wed

  • Pokémon League

    For Children & Families
    Kleinburg Library   contact
    6:00 PM to 7:00 PM
    Whether you own Pokemon Cards, love Pokemon or just want something fun to do after school, come play Pokemon TCG at the library! All ages are welcome.
 
2018
May
24
Thu

  • Senior Social

    Adult Programs
    Woodbridge Library   contact
    2:00 PM to 3:30 PM
    Older adults are invited to this free program featuring activities, guest speakers and special information workshops.

  • Computer Tutor

    Adult Programs
    Dufferin Clark Library   contact
    6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
    Want to learn something new with computers? Our volunteers will help you learn the basics or explore various technological topics. Visit the service desk for more details.

  • Computer Tutor Volunteers

    Adult Programs
    Dufferin Clark Library   contact
    6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
    Share your computer skills with people who require either basic or advanced computer knowledge. Application forms are available at the Service Desk or online. For ages 14+.

  • Create with Carvey

    Make It! Create It! Learn It!
    Pierre Berton Resource Library   contact
    6:30 PM to 8:00 PM
    Transform design into 3D carving with our Carvey machine. A new project will be featured each month. Carvey certification is included with participation. Ages 13+

  • French Literature Circle

    Adult Programs
    Maple Library   contact
    6:30 PM to 8:30 PM
    Francophone or Francophile? All are welcome! Come discuss books, movies, and music in French.
 
2018
May
26
Sat

  • Sensory Storytime for Children with Special Needs

    For Children & Families
    Civic Centre Resource Library   contact
    10:30 AM to 11:30 AM
    A sensory storytime designed for children with special needs. For ages 4-8 and their families.

  • Family Night: Make It Together!

    Special Events
    Pierre Berton Resource Library   contact
    6:30 PM to 9:30 PM

    Families that 'make' together... have fun together! Bring the whole family for a night of DIY projects, activities and more in our Make It! space.

    The night of fun activities includes:

    Snap Circuits®, Magformers®, Foldify, Quiver, LEGO® and DUPLO®, Everblocks®, Rigamajig and more.

    Families can also sign up for workshops, “Build Your Own Motorized Robot” and “3D Design and Print using Tinkercad” and even get a family photo using our green screen and Sparko Cam. Don’t miss it!

 
2018
May
27
Sun

  • Let's Build Video Game!

    Make It! Create It! Learn It!
    Bathurst Clark Resource Library   contact
    1:00 PM to 4:00 PM
    Beyond the basics: this 3-hour workshop moves past block coding into writing real code (and building a small video game!) Bring your own laptop. Register online. Ages 10+

  • ESL Café

    Adult Programs
    Dufferin Clark Library   contact
    1:30 PM to 3:00 PM
    Newcomers and ESL learners are welcome to practice their English language skills in an informal environment with adult volunteers. Program held in partnership with the Library Settlement Program (LSP) in York Region and Catholic Community Services of York Region (CCSYR). Contact the Service Desk to register and for more information.

  • Writers' Series

    Special Events
    Civic Centre Resource Library   contact
    2:00 PM to 3:00 PM
    Aspiring writers and book lovers are welcome to join and hear the wonderful stories behind our authors' latest works.

    Award-winning author, Cordelia Strube, talks straight about her serendipitous -- although often arduous -- route to becoming a novelist, and the grit and savvy required to remain one in the 21st Century.
 
2018
May
28
Mon

  • French Family Movie

    For Children & Families
    Maple Library   contact
    6:30 PM to 8:00 PM
    Best way to learn French? Movies! Come enjoy a movie in French with English subtitles so no one is left behind!

  • Book Club

    Adult Programs
    Woodbridge Library   contact
    7:00 PM to 8:30 PM
    Mingle with like-minded adults and have great conversations about a book chosen monthly. The Library will provide a copy of the chosen title.

  • Teen Book Club

    Teen Programs
    Pleasant Ridge Library   contact
    7:00 PM to 8:15 PM
    Come by and pick up a copy of one of our hot reads and then come back a month later to meet up and chat about the book.
 
2018
May
29
Tue

  • Walk and Talk

    Adult Programs
    Kleinburg Library   contact
    2:00 PM to 3:30 PM
    Join us for a some fresh air and conversation as we walk around the library in good company. Please call the service desk or check the website for more details.

  • Book Club

    Adult Programs
    Bathurst Clark Resource Library   contact
    7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
    Mingle with like-minded adults and have great conversations about a book chosen monthly. The Library will provide a copy of the chosen title.

  • Writers' Workshop

    Adult Programs
    Civic Centre Resource Library   contact
    7:00 PM to 8:30 PM
    Join amateur writers in overcoming the challenges of writing. Each session will focus on different elements of writing like plot, character, prose style. Perfect for discussion and feedback.
 
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