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Outreach

We would be happy to support your organization or facility by visiting you to:

  • Teach a library-related skill or resource (e.g., downloading ebooks, accessing medical information in our databases)
  • Provide basic computer training
  • Provide a program (e.g., book discussion)
  • Promote and explain library services and collections that would be of interest to you
  • Support your existing programming with displays, resources and information

If you would like to arrange for any of these outreach services, please contact your local branch at 905-653-READ (7323).


Book Deposits

Your organization or facility can arrange to have a selection of books and materials delivered to you. If you would like to know more about this service, please contact your local branch at 905-653-READ (7323).


Magnifiers

Magnifiers that also serve as bookmarks and rulers can be purchased at the service desk for $1.

Magnifier

Pre-programmed Searches

Magazines Geared towards Adults 65+

Catalogue Search Help

The following words may help you when searching for materials about older adults in the Library Catalogue:

  • aging
  • older people

Try adding an additional word or two to one of the above terms in order to specify your particular subject of interest. The order of the words does not matter in the Catalogue search box.

Some examples:

  • aging prevention
  • parents aging
  • older people care
  • older people computers
  • health older people
  • psychology older people
  • travel older people

For additional help, please contact a library staff member at your local branch at 905-653-READ (7323) or via email by using the email librarian form.

 
Ancestry Library Edition is a genealogical database including census, vital, church, court, immigration, and other records from Canada, the United States, the United Kingdom and other areas.
In-library Use Only
Join the Online Fiction, Non-Fiction, Romance, or Business Books Clubs and start reading books in your email. Each day we’ll send you a 5-minute portion of a book. By the end of the week, you’ll have read 2-3 chapters. If you’d like to finish a book, stop by the library and pick up a copy. Every week a new book is featured. Sign up today and start reading tomorrow! (Service provided by Chapter-A-Day.com.)
Available Online
Provides access to current Consumer Reports information.
Available Online
An online music library containing over 1.6 million streaming audio tracks of classical music, jazz, world, and folk music - more than 100,000 albums' worth! Stream on your computer or on your mobile device with the Naxos Music Library (NML) app.
Available Online
An electronic reader's advisory resource that assists fiction readers in finding new authors and titles. Allow readers to use a favourite author or title as a template to locate other authors and titles of interest. Can be searched by keyword, and offers the option to browse over 1,200 theme-oriented book lists, 160 award lists, and 1,000 fiction-related Web sites. Contains materials for all ages.
Available Online
Instant access to 4000 newspapers from 100 countries in 60 languages! The newspapers appear in their original format and original languages. Newspapers are often available before they hit the newsstands in their respective countries. PressReader features archived issues up to two weeks, a magnifying lens / zoom option, bookmarks, and full-text search. Newspapers are organized by country, by language, and alphabetically. Note: The Globe and Mail is only accessible from using PressReader mobile app in the library using library WiFi. Mobile users can install the PressReader app, visit the library, connect to library WiFi, and download The Globe and Mail to the app, and then they can read the newspaper at home or on the go.
Available Online
Formerly known as Pages of the Past. The online archives of the Toronto Star dating from 1894 until the new millennium. Millions of pages available for genealogical or historic research from the pages of one of Canada's most prestigious Newspapers.

Note: After you login with library barcode and PIN, you will need to input your barcode again to access the content.
Available Online

Aging Well Club

A series for adventurous older adults to learn and interact with others, featuring different themes and guests. See the website for monthly topics. Register on Eventbrite. Join in person or on Zoom.

Canadian Citizenship Information

Are you planning to apply for Canadian Citizenship? Learn about the regulations, eligibility criteria, and the documents required by IRCC for Canadian citizenship.

August 13, 2024 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM

Chat & Learn in Korean: 한국어로 자유롭게 대화하며 배우기

This session will provide information in Korean about services and resources in our community for the Korean community. Offered in Partnership with the Hong Fook Mental Health Association. Register on Eventbrite.


가족과 친구, 그리고 다양한 인간관계를 더 의미있게 유지하게 하는 대화에 대해서 배우고 즐거운 토론 시간을 가져봅니다.



August 23, 2024 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM

Chess Club for Adults

Are you looking for a worthy chess opponent? Please drop in to hone your skills, test them out, or just to find a new chess partner.

August 8, 2024 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM

Chinese Social Hour / 中文社交活动

Chat in Chinese about books, current events, and life in Canada. Call or visit the Service Desk for more details.

中文社交活动: 用中文聊天, 谈论书籍, 国家时事, 以及在加拿大的生活

August 13, 2024 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM

Community Resources and Services for Newcomers

Information sessions brought to you in collaboration with Catholic Community Services of York Region and Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada. Please pre-register at lsp@ccsyr.org

Conquer Your Fear of Flying

Join our program designed to help individuals overcome their fear of flying and regain the freedom to travel with confidence. Join us on Zoom. Register on Eventbrite.

Online 

Creative Age: Drum & Percussion Circle

Experience the fun and community of a drum & percussion circle. No experience needed! Materials provided or bring your own. Aimed at older adults but all adults welcome! Register on Eventbrite or by calling 905-653-7323.

August 24, 2024 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM

Creative Age: Geometric Constructions

Learn to layer simple geometric forms to produce beautiful patterns. Basic techniques produce beautiful, complex images. Aimed at older adults, with all adults welcome!

Creative Age: Make Magic with Cricut

Embrace your creative possibilities in a supportive environment. Complete a creative design project using the Cricut system. Register on Eventbrite. Priority given to older adults.

July 31, 2024 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM

Creative Age: Polaroid Project

Learn the art of the Polaroid Emulsion Lift technique and create one-of-a-kind headshots that tell your story. This program is aimed at older adults, but all adults are welcome.

EDM Crash Course

Discover the world of electronic dance music and learn to make your own track from scratch. No experience required. Register on Eventbrite.

August 7, 2024 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM

ESL Café

Newcomers and ESL learners can meet to practice their English in an informal environment with adult volunteers. In partnership with CCSYR through Library Settlement Partnerships (LSP) in York Region. For registration and information, please contact cel@ccsyr.org or 289-317-3745.

No session August 13
July 9, 2024 to August 27, 2024

Food Label Reading & Grocery Shopping Tips

Grocery stores and food labels can be baffling. Learn how to properly read food labels and shop smart with a dietician from Vaughan Community Health Centre. Register on Eventbrite.

August 8, 2024 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM

Friday Night in the Stacks

Is boredom giving you the blues? You’re invited to join our adult game group once a month to play, laugh, make new friends, and maybe even learn a new game!

August 23, 2024 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM

Get Organized with Bullet Journaling

Get organized by creating a unique planner using the bullet journal method. Join us in person or on Zoom. Register on Eventbrite.

July 31, 2024 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM

Great Novels Book Club

Join us as we read and discuss novels that explore our humanity and touch our souls. Join us in person or on Zoom. Register on Eventbrite.

Jul 24 - Tomorrow and Tomorrow and Tomorrow by Gabrielle Zevin
Aug 28 - The Double Life of Benson Yu by Kevin Chong

August 28, 2024 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM

Introduction to Energy Affordability

Learn how to lower your energy costs with Energy Affordability (EAP) and Home Winterproofing (HWP) programs. Join us on Zoom. Register on Eventbrite.

Online 
August 12, 2024 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM

Keeping Connected

Spend quality time enjoying engaging activities, learning something new, and having fun. Monthly drop-in, in-person program for older adults.

August 6, 2024 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM

Learn to Camp with Parks Canada!

Learn to plan for your first camping trip with tips on equipment, safe campfires, and wildlife sightings! This program is designed for adults, but all ages are welcome!

Let's Go to the Movies

Enjoy a variety of interesting contemporary films with other movie enthusiasts.

No program July 1 or August 5
July 8, 2024 to August 26, 2024

Microplastics: Tiny but Dangerous

Join us to learn about microplastics, from what they are and why they are a problem, to what we can do to make a difference. Presented by TRCA. Join us on Zoom.

Online 

Newcomer Tenant Education Program

Learn about landlord and tenant law with easy-to-follow materials from a legal professional. Come have your questions answered!

Presented by the Community Legal Clinic of York Region’s Housing Team (Eviction Protection Program).
August 17, 2024 1:00 PM to 2:30 PM

Passport to Vaughan: Steelpan Music

It’s Carnival! Join us as we celebrate Toronto Caribbean Carnival with a live musical steelpan performance. Presented by the Thornhill African Caribbean Canadian Association Steel Orchestra.

Romance Book Club

Want to talk about books that make you sigh and swoon, and always have a happily-ever-after? Join our Romance Book Club in person or on Zoom. Register on Eventbrite.

Jul 9 - Same Time Next Summer by Annabel Monaghan
Aug 13 - The Unmaking of June Farrow by Adrienne Young

August 13, 2024 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM

Scholars' Hub @ Home

In partnership with York University, the Scholars’ Hub @ Home speaker series features discussions on a broad range of topics, with engaging lectures from some of York’s best minds. Registration and more details on York University's website.

Online 

Sci-Fi Book Club

From discovering far-away galaxies to alternate universes, join us to discuss a different sci-fi book each month, either in person or on Zoom. Register on Eventbrite.

Copies can be picked up at Pierre Berton Resource Library or sent to your closest branch in 3-5 days.

Jul 15 - The Three-Body Problem by Cixin Liu
Aug 19 - Middlegame by Seanan McGuire

August 19, 2024 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM

Shine a Light & Give Back

Take action, support Amnesty International, show solidarity for human rights, engage with your community, make a difference, volunteer your time and energy for a worthy cause.

August 22, 2024 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM

Tech Tutor 1-on-1

Drop in and get hands-on assistance from volunteers for some basic technology questions such as navigating the internet, using your tablet, or sending emails.

August 6, 2024 to August 27, 2024

Transforming Habits

Part one will look at Unlocking Habits: The Science of Behaviour Change. Part two will address Practical Techniques for Habit Transformation. A program for older adults presented by Dr. Shilpi Gupta.

Online 
July 31, 2024 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM

Trash Walk

Grab a friend, put on your gloves, and join our community effort to reduce litter and promote a cleaner, greener community. Let's make a positive impact together!

In partnership with Operation Litter Ridder (OLR), an eco-organization dedicated to cleaning up communities and promoting environmental stewardship.

True Stories Book Club

We'll explore a variety of popular non-fiction titles, from current affairs to cutting-edge science, as well as true stories. Join us in person or on Zoom. Register on Eventbrite.

Jul 2 - The Secret Gate: A True Story of Courage and Sacrifice During the Collapse of Afghanistan by Mitchell Zuckoff
Aug 6 - Outlive: The Science and Art of Longevity by Bill Gifford and Peter Attia

August 6, 2024 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM

Unwind & Design

Ignite creativity, embrace sustainability, and unwind! Engage in creative activities, express yourself through personalized designs, and enjoy mindful exercises that promote relaxation. Register on Eventbrite.

Virtual ESL Book Club

Good news for ESL learners! We offer fun and lively book discussions to build your confidence in speaking English. In partnership with CCSYR through Library Settlement Partnerships (LSP) in York Region. Sessions are hosted live on Zoom. For registration and information, please contact LSP@ccsyr.org.

Online 
August 8, 2024 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM

Virtual ESL Café

Newcomers and ESL learners can practice their English in an informal environment with adult volunteers. Sessions are hosted live on Zoom. In partnership with CCSYR through Library Settlement Partnerships (LSP) in York Region. For registration and information, please contact LSP@ccsyr.org.

Online 
August 6, 2024 1:30 PM to 3:00 PM

Virtual Skies: A VR Experience

Fly the virtual reality skies with Microsoft Flight Simulator. Soar through the ages using Oculus VR to fly WWI-era biplanes all the way up to modern aircrafts. For ages 13+.

July 29, 2024 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM

Visit the Therapy Dogs

Take a break and visit with the therapy dogs, in partnership with St. John Ambulance.

August 19, 2024 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM

Writers' Room

Work with other aspiring writers to explore the elements of writing. Perfect for discussion and feedback. Join in person or on Zoom. Register on Eventbrite.

August 20, 2024 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM