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Programs & Events
Spring/Summer 2015
Read! Learn! Grow!
Registration opens
Sat Feb 7, 2015
Be inspired at your library.
Visit www.opl.ca
Create & Play
Technology
Storytimes
Author Visits
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Spring/Summer 2015
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Programs & Events
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Oakville Public Library
120 Navy Street,
Oakville, ON, L6J 2Z4
Telephone: 905-815-2042
Fax: 905-815-2024
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Programs & Events
Spring/Summer 2015
Read! Learn! Grow!
Registration opens
Sat Feb 7, 2015
Be inspired at your library.
Visit www.opl.ca
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Family Day*
Mon, Feb 16th
Create & Play
Technology
Storytimes
Author Visits
Holiday Closings .................................................. 1
Frequently Called Numbers .............................. 1
Branch Information ................................................ 2
Rediscover your library ....................................... 3
Adult Programs ...............................................12 - 18
Adult Events ...........................................................12 - 13
Genealogy Workshops ......................................13 - 14
Newcomer Programs ..........................................14 - 15
TechConnect ................................................................ 16
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Special Events for all ...................................19 - 23
Children’s Programs .....................................25 - 35
School Age Programs .........................................25 - 29
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The library will be closed on the
following days for statutory holidays:
Friends of the Oakville Public Library ......... 29
Registration & iris information ...............45 - 48
Registration for programs begins Sat, Feb 7, 2015
unless otherwise stated in the program description.
The library reserves the right to cancel programs
if the minimum number of participants is not met.
This document is published semi-annually by
the Community Engagement Department of the Oakville
Public Library in co-operation with the Oakville Beaver.
For more information about the programs listed, please
contact the branch or department listed. For general
information about this publication, call the Marketing
and Development Office at 905-815-2042, ext. 5092.
Good Friday
Fri, Apr 3rd
Easter Sunday
Sun, Apr 5th
Victoria Day
Sun, May 17th
Mon, May 18th
Canada Day
Christmas Eve
Thu, Dec 24th
Christmas Day
Fri, Dec 25th
Wed, July 1st
Civic Holiday
Sun, Aug 2nd
Mon, Aug 3rd
Boxing Day
Sat, Dec 26th
Labour Day
New Year’s Eve
Thu, Dec 31st
Sun, Sep 6th
Mon, Sep 7th
New Year’s Day
Fri, Jan 1st, 2016
Thanksgiving
Sun, Oct 11th
Mon, Oct 12th
*Family Day: Central, Glen Abbey &
Iroquois Ridge Branches open 9am -5pm
Frequently Called Numbers
General Enquiries
Adult Information (Central)
Children’s Information (Central)
Automated Telephone Renewals
Hours & Locations
Information Oakville
Special Needs Services
Town of Oakville
905-815-2042
905-815-2044
905-815-2045
905-815-5996
905-815-2040
905-815-2046
905-815-2036
905-845-6601
2014 Oakville Public Library Board of Trustees*:
Eric Sutherland - Chair, Adrian Paris - Vice Chair,
Mark Bettiol, Lisa Csele, Councillor Alan Johnston,
Gary Gallacher, Brett Herrington, Councillor Jeff Knoll,
Philip Neukom, Peggy Phillips.
Members of the public are welcome to attend open
meetings of the board. Please visit the library website
for additional details.
*A new Board will be in place by April 25.
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your library
www.opl.ca
Regular Hours:
Central Branch
120 Navy Street, Oakville L6J 2Z4
Ph: 905-815-2042 Fax: 905-815-2024
Glen Abbey Branch
1415 Third Line, Oakville L6M 3G2
Ph: 905-815-2039 Fax: 905-815-5978
Iroquois Ridge Branch
1051 Glenashton Drive, Oakville L6H 6Z4
Ph: 905-338-4247 Fax: 905-338-4248
Monday – Thursday
Friday & Saturday
Sunday
9:30am – 9pm
9:30am – 5pm
1– 5pm
Summer Hours: July and August
Monday – Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
10am – 8pm
10am – 5pm
10am – 5pm
1– 5pm
White Oaks Branch
Woodside Branch
Regular Hours:
Summer Hours: July and August
(inside White Oaks Secondary School)
1070 McCraney Street, E., Oakville L6H 2R6
Ph: 905-815-2038 Fax: 905-815-5972
Monday – Thursday 9:30am – 8:30pm
Friday & Saturday 9:30am – 5pm
Sunday
1– 5pm
1274 Rebecca Street, Oakville L6L 1Z2
Ph: 905-815-2036 Fax: 905-815-5954
Monday – Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
10am – 8pm
10am – 5pm
Closed
1– 5pm
Clearview Neighbourhood Branch
(inside James W. Hill Public School)
2860 Kingsway Drive, Oakville L6J 6R3, Ph: 905-815-2033 Fax: 905-815-2034
Regular Hours:
Monday – Thursday
Saturday
Friday & Sunday
3:30pm – 8:30pm
1– 5pm
Closed
Summer Hours: July and August
Monday & Wednesday
Tuesday & Thursday
Saturday
Friday & Sunday
10am – 3pm
3pm– 8pm
1pm– 5pm
Closed
Book Nook/Book Depot Locations:
Developed to provide easy access to books, lending works on the honour system,
so no library card is required. Book Nooks are for preschoolers and Depots for teens.
• Halton Multicultural Council Offices,
Dundas Street and Speers Road
• Kids & Me, Dorval Apartments
• Oakville Parent-Child Centre, Sixth Line
• Oakville Parent-Child Centre, North Service Rd
• Oak Park Neighbourhood Centre
• Bronte Youth Centre (Teen Book Depot)
• Clearview Church, Sheridan Garden Drive
• Oakville Youth Centre (Teen Book Depot)
• Kerr Street Ministry Dream Centre
(Book Nook & Teen Book Depot)
• Oakville YMCA (Book Nook & Youth Book Depot)
• Queen Elizabeth Park Community & Cultural
Centre (Book Nook & Teen Book Depot)
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Programs
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Crime Writers of Canada Hot
Crime in a Cool Clime - Take 2!
Join us again for a criminally good panel
featuring some of the hottest crime writers
in Canada! Melodie Campbell, Linwood
Barclay, Jill Downie, Dorothy McIntosh and
Howard Shrier will discuss the writing process,
what’s happening in the mystery/crime genre
and will read from their newest books. Don
Graves, mystery book reviewer, will moderate
a lively question and answer period.
Age: 18 and up
Cost: $15/Ticket
Queen Elizabeth Park Community & Cultural Centre
Thu/Apr 09
7:00pm-8:30pm
Tickets available at all library branches starting
March 2, 2015
Writing for Children & Young Adults:
The World’s Hottest Market
If you want to write the next best-selling children’s
books or just want to create stories for your
own kids, this workshop is for you. Learn how
to write stories kids and young adults will love
and find out what you need to know to sell your
book. Anne Shone, a Senior Editor at Scholastic
Canada, will be our guest speaker!
Workshop leader Brian Henry has been a
book editor and creative writing instructor
for more than 25 years. He publishes Quick
Brown Fox, Canada’s most popular blog for
writers and his proudest boast is that he has
helped many of his students get published.
Age: 18Y and up
Cost: $46/1 Class
$49 at door
Central Branch Auditorium
Sat/May 02
10:00am-4:00pm
To register, email [email protected].
If you do not have email, please call Elise at
905-815-2042 x 5037.
Complete details at www.opl.ca/blog/?p=8145
Seniors’ Series
This seniors’ social drop-in offers a different
theme each week. Chat with friends and
meet new people over tea and coffee. Learn
something new, explore new technology and
find connections to community services. Series
topics will include things like genealogy and
your family tree, apps of interest to seniors,
accessing online magazines and music,
housing options for seniors or how to get the
services you need. Help us determine the
topics offered by coming and sharing your
ideas and interests with us at this relaxed and
informal drop-in.
Age: 55Y and up
Cost: Free/6 Classes
Central Branch Auditorium
Wed/May 20
11:00am-2:00pm
Aimed at Seniors 55+ but open to all interested.
An Evening with Terence Young
Terence Young is the MP for the riding of
Oakville. In 2000, Mr. Young’s 15 year
old daughter Vanessa died from taking a
prescribed drug. Since that tragic day,
Mr. Young has campaigned tirelessly for
reforms in the pharmaceutical industry.
Mr. Young’s book Death by Prescription,
originally published in 2009, and reissued in
2014, tells the story of Mr. Young’s fight for
more stringent drug-monitoring in Canada.
On November 6, 2014, Bill C-17, Protecting
Canadians from Unsafe Drugs Act (Vanessa’s
Law) received Royal Assent.
Age: 18Y and up
Cost: $15/Ticket
Central Branch Auditorium
Thu/May 21
7:00pm-8:00pm
Tickets will go on sale at all branches April 23, 2015
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Spring/Summer 2015
Programs
An Evening with Jeff Rubin
Jeff Rubin is the author of Why Your World Is
About to Get a Whole Lot Smaller, a national
bestseller and the winner of a National
Business Book Award. His second book,
The End of Growth, was also a bestseller and
made multiple best book of the year lists in
2012. Rubin was the Chief Economist at CIBC
World Markets, where he worked for over
20 years. In his new book, called The Carbon
Bubble: What Happens to Us When It Bursts,
coming out in May 2015, he addresses
Canada’s national economic future – and the
financial security of all Canadians. The Carbon
Bubble will provide a real national debate on
our economic future.
Age: 18Y and up
Cost: $15/Ticket
Queen Elizabeth Park Community & Cultural Centre
Mon/Jun 08
7:00pm-8:30pm
Tickets available online and at all library branches
starting May 11, 2015
Oakville Reads
OPL’s Online Book Club
Love books? Join Us!
Age: 16Y and up
Cost: Free
It’s brand new,
it’s online and it’s
ongoing! Join our
knowledgeable
librarians
and other book lovers as we read and discuss
a new book every month of the year.
Express your thoughts in the discussion forum,
or simply sit back, follow along and enjoy
what unfolds. Log in whenever you choose; no
time commitment is required!
Please check the library website for more information
or contact us at [email protected] to find out
how to join. We’d love to see you there!
Oakville’s Flower:
The History of the HMCS
Oakville
On November 5th, 1941, a
Canadian World War II corvette
was adopted and christened HMCS Oakville
just off the shore of our town with great
celebrations at Lakeside Park. The ship, its
crew, and its exploits were the stuff of legend,
and have become only faded stories of which
few of us remember.
Genealogy Resources
Interested in researching your family roots?
Our popular workshop will be presented in
a lecture format to introduce you to Ancestry
Library Edition and other library resources that
will help you get started.
Age: 14Y and up
Cost: Free/1 Class
Glen Abbey Branch
Thu/Apr 30
Local
Author
Course Code: 206809
7:00pm-8:30pm
Join us to learn more about this incredible
ship and its story through photographs and go
more in-depth into the history and legacy of the
HMCS Oakville with Sean Livingston, author of
Oakville’s Flower.
Age: 14 and up
Cost: $15/Ticket
Central Branch Auditorium
Thu/May 28
7:00pm-8:30pm
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Programs
www.opl.ca
I Want to Research My English & Welsh Ancestors – Two-Part Lecture Series
Do you want to research your ancestors from England and Wales but don’t know
where to start? This two-part lecture series with professional genealogist Ruth Blair will
introduce you to the records available to search and then move on to the other resources
you will need to find your English and Welsh ancestors. This is a useful series for beginner
and intermediate researchers and will include discussions about what is and isn’t available online.
Age: 14Y and up
Cost: $8/1 Class
Part 1 includes: Civil Registration, Census,
Church Records, Tax Records, Probate Records,
Estate Records, and Gazetteers & Maps.
Central Branch
Wed/Jun 03
Course Code: 206885
6:30pm-8:30pm
Part 2 includes: City Directories, Newspapers,
Military, Family History Societies, Libraries &
Archives, Useful Resources, and Welsh Resources.
Central Branch
Wed/Jun 10
Course Code: 206911
6:30pm-8:30pm
Newcomers
Oakville Public Library thanks its partners and their staff for
offering these programs to our community. We are committed
to community engagement through our programs.
Settlement Services for Newcomers A settlement worker is available in the library every Monday
(at Glen Abbey Branch) and Thursday (at Iroquois Ridge Branch) to meet with newcomers to help them
settle and integrate into their new community. Information is provided on education, healthcare, housing,
employment, translation services, citizenship tests, citizenship applications and more.
Age: 18Y and up
Cost: Free/Ongoing
To make an appointment call HMC at 905-464-3246
Glen Abbey Branch
Iroquois Ridge Branch
Mon/Mar 23
Thu/Mar 26
4:00pm-7:30pm
9:30am-1:00pm
Newcomer Conversation Circle
Join us in the library every Wednesday. Improve
your English conversation skills in a relaxed
atmosphere and build your speaking confidence.
Come out and share your experiences, learn
about your community and discover what the
library has to offer. Certificates awarded for
participation.
Age: 18Y and up
Cost: Free/Ongoing
Glen Abbey Branch
Wed/Mar 25
Glen Abbey Branch
Wed/Jul 01
7:00pm-8:30pm
6:00pm-7:30pm
To register call The Centre at 905-847-8345, ext. 2
No session on April 6, May 18, August 3
This program at IR begins at 10am in Jul & Aug
Citizenship Information Session
This information session will help you learn about
the new regulations and forms for Canadian
citizenship. Find out about the documents you will
need and how to check the status of your
application online. Get valuable tips on how to
prepare for the citizenship test.
Age: 18Y and up
Cost: Free/Ongoing
Woodside Branch
Offered monthly
4:30pm-7:30pm
Tue/Apr 07, May 5, Jun 2, Jul 14, Aug 11
To register call HMC at 905-842-2486, ext. 223
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Spring/Summer 2015
Programs
Introduction to Computers
Hands-on workshop to help newcomers
enhance their computer literacy skills. Includes
Microsoft Word, introduction to Excel, and
introduction to PowerPoint.
Age: 18Y and up
Cost: Free/10 Classes
Central Branch
Sat/Apr 18
10:00am-12:00pm
To register call HMC at 905-842-2486, ext. 241
There will not be a class on Sat, May 16, 2015.
Immigration Updates
For any questions regarding
newcomers’ programs
please call Florence de Dominicis
at 905-815-2042 ext. 5189
Immigration Updates in Mandarin
Learn about new Canadian immigration
policies and regulations. Find out about the
Super Visa, sponsoring family, extending work
or study visas, permanent residency and the
Provincial Nominee Program. Conducted in
the Mandarin language.
Age: 18Y and up
Cost: Free/1 Class
Learn about new Canadian immigration
policies and regulations. Find out about the
Super Visa, sponsoring family, extending work
or study visas, permanent residency and the
Provincial Nominee Program.
Age: 18Y and up
Cost: Free/1 Class
Iroquois Ridge Branch
Mon/Jul 20
Glen Abbey Branch
Wed/May 13
Know Your Rights at Work
6:30pm-8:00pm
10:00am-11:30am
To register call HMC at 905-464-3246
Learn how to apply for permanent residency,
open work permit and the new policies on the
Live-in Caregiver program.
Age: 18Y and up
Cost: Free/1 Class
This workshop introduces workers to important
rights at work. Knowing about workplace
rights is often critical in terms of health and
safety, and in accessing income security
programs. Learn more about employment
standards in Ontario, human rights, workplace
violence and harassment.
Age: 18Y and up
Cost: Free/1 Class
Glen Abbey Branch
Wed/May 20
Central Branch Auditorium
Wed/Aug 19
6:00pm-7:30pm
To register call NIC at 905-875-3851, ext. 5008
Information Session for Live-in Caregivers
6:30pm-8:00pm
To register call HMC at 905-464-3246
To register call NIC at 905-875-3851, ext. 5008
Tutoring
Adult Literacy Upgrading, Learning for Life
Do you need to improve your reading, writing, math or workplace
communication skills? Would you like to go back to school, increase
your employment opportunities or become more independent?
The Oakville Literacy Council can help you develop your skills
and meet your goals. Work with a trained volunteer tutor once a
week and reach your potential.
Age: 19Y and up
Cost: $70.00 annual registration fee. Tutoring is free.
Tutors and students meet in Oakville Public Library branches. To make an
appointment call Oakville Literacy Council, Learning for Life, 905-469-8528
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Programs
TechConnect
www.opl.ca
Our new Seniors’ Series covers
a variety of topics, which will
occasionally include
technology help!
See pg.12 for more details.
Book a Tech Coach
Team up with a volunteer tech coach in
the library closest to you for one-on-one
technology help. Register for one-hour sessions
on the topics below. Please note that this
program is for beginner users and a library
card is required for registration.
Topics:
• Getting started with your computer or tablet
• Getting started with social media
(Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest)
• Introduction to your digital library: eBooks,
audiobooks and more
Age: 18Y and up
Cost: Free/Ongoing
Program is ongoing to June at:
Central Branch
Clearview Neighbourhood Branch
Glen Abbey Branch
Iroquois Ridge Branch
White Oaks Branch
Woodside Branch
Call your preferred branch to register.
Refer to page 2 for a list of phone numbers.
Tech Talk: Cell Phones and Tablets
This workshop, presented by ETAG (Elder
Technology Assistance Group) will explore
the different types of basic cell phones and
smartphones that are available, taking the time
to explain simply how cell phone contracts
work, what to consider when choosing a
service plan and how the Apple, Android, and
Microsoft devices compare to one another.
Topics will include iPhone 6, Windows tablets,
the various gadgets running Android as well
as some great free websites and apps.
Age: 18Y and up
Cost: Free/1 Class
Central Branch Auditorium
Tue/Mar 24
1:00pm-4:00pm
To register, please call Central Branch 905-815-2042
Basic Computer Literacy for Adults
Learn the basics with confidence. Start at the
beginning - turn on the computer, use a mouse,
create and save a document, send email and
surf the web safely. This class is ideal for you if
you have no computer experience and would
like to learn in a small group with trained
instructors.
Age: 19 and up
Cost: $100/10 Classes
Iroquois Ridge Branch
Tue/Apr 21
Iroquois Ridge Branch
Wed/Apr 22
Central Branch
Thu/Apr 23
6:00pm-8:00pm
1:00pm-3:00pm
10:00am-12:00pm
To register call Oakville Literacy Council 905-469-8528
Tech Talk: Digital Photography
Are you new to digital photography or are
you making the leap from a point-and-shoot
camera to a digital SLR? Or, perhaps you just
want to learn more about the features of your
camera? Come to this class to learn to shoot
beyond the automatic settings and take your
photography to the next level. Topics include:
- aperture, shutter speed, ISO settings - the
various shooting modes and when to use them
- white balance, exposure compensation and
other controls. We will also cover options for
sharing your photos online.
Age: 18Y and up
Cost: $8/1 Class
Central Branch
Thu/Apr 23
Course Code: 206880
6:30pm-8:30pm
Teen
Programs
Spring/Summer 2015
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Teen Programs
Visit www.opl.ca/blog/type/teen for more details about these teen programs
Teen Leadership and Communication
How can you speak confidently as an adult?
Start when you’re young! Here you will learn to
create better habits and apply techniques that
will support a more confident and enjoyable
approach to public speaking and self-expression
in general. Using methods from many disciplines
in this highly interactive setting will assist you
in retaining, building on and applying your
learning well into adulthood. This series is taught
by Bradd Morgan, a trained facilitator and
coach who has led personal development and
communication courses over the last 15 years.
Age: 13Y-18Y
Cost: $56/7 Classes
Central Branch
Wed/Mar 25
Course Code: 206851
6:30pm-8:00pm
Teen SAT Prep Session
Are you considering university in the US?
This student-led session will take participants
through the various sections of the SAT Reasoning
Test while providing tips and general information.
Two sections of a practice test will follow as well
as a draw for some helpful study aids!
Grades 9-12
Cost: Free/Drop-In
Iroquois Ridge Branch
Sat/Mar 28
2:00pm-4:00pm
This is a drop-in session with 30 spaces only.
To secure a spot early, email [email protected]
Comic Countdown
Visit us to print a comic book
character using our 3D printer, explore
some vintage and not so vintage game
consoles, and create your own fan
button. You will even have the
opportunity to test your comic
book knowledge with our first
ever comic book trivia contest.
Winner takes home a one-of-a-kind trophy!
Age: 12Y-18Y
Cost: Free/Drop-In
Central Branch Auditorium
Sat/Apr 25
3:00pm-4:30pm
Teen Financial Literacy Workshop
This workshop will show teens how to budget,
finance their education, understand credit and
credit ratings. You will also learn some basic
investing tips and strategies that will help you
to plan for your future, while still balancing
wants with needs. After 20 years on Bay St.
working in a trading room, instructor Dave
Pearson switched careers and began teaching
high school business and economics.
Age: 13Y-18Y
Cost: $8/1 Class
Central Branch
Sat/May 30
Unplugged Coffee House – A Night of Music & Poetry
Come take the stage, observe from the sidelines, or just join us to sip
on a warm drink while we celebrate poetry month this year.
There will be a competitive poetry slam and unplugged musical acts
that explore the link between poetry and music.
Age: 14Y-18Y
Cost: Free/Drop-In
Central Branch Auditorium
Thu/Apr 16 7:00pm-8:30pm
All musical acts, poets & poetry teams must register through [email protected]
by April 1st, 2015. More details will be posted on our website February 15th, 2015
Course Code: 206884
1:00pm-4:30pm
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Come create, tinker and explore the world of 3D printing technology. Age: 12Y-18Y Cost: $8/1 Class
These hands on classes will introduce you to beginner concepts of 3D printing technology and design.
Teen 3D Printing Summer
Iroquois Ridge Branch
Mon/Jul 13
Central Branch
Wed/Jul 15
Iroquois Ridge Branch
Mon/Aug 10
Course Code: 206953
6:30pm-7:30pm
Course Code: 206913
2:30pm-3:30pm
Course Code: 206912
2:30pm-3:30pm
Teen
Central Branch
Mon/May 04
Iroquois Ridge Branch
Mon/Apr 13
Central Branch
Mon/Jun 08
Course Code: 206853
7:00pm-8:00pm
Course Code: 206852
7:00pm-8:00pm
Course Code: 206854
7:00pm-8:00pm
For the second year, we’re holding our
Teen Photography Contest! We’ll be accepting
digital photographs from students in grades 7-12
in a variety of categories.
Photography
Contest
Free Contest
Contest: open as of July 2, 2015 and
closes Labour Day, Mon/Sep 7 at 11:59pm.
Entries will be judged
by a panel of awardwinning photographers.
All details including contest rules will be announced
at www.opl.ca/blog/type/teen by June 15.
Teen Introduction to Animation
In this three part workshop, participants will
be introduced to character design and learn to
produce the drawings necessary to then animate
as a digital flip book in the third class. Instructor
Enzo Avolio is a professor of Animation at
Sheridan. He is also a seasoned Animator and
Character Designer with studio production credits
for both Warner Bros. and Disney.
Age: 12Y-18Y
Cost: $24/3 Classes
Central Branch
Mon/Jul 20, 27
Thu/Jul 23
Teen 3D Printing Night
Course Code: 206917
12:30pm-4:30pm
Teen Photography Workshop
In this two part workshop, you learn how
to use your camera functions properly, light
your images and compose your shots. After
a week applying these concepts, everyone
will gather to evaluate their work and receive
feedback from the instructor. Oakville-based
photographer Michael Willems is a renowned
educator and coach. He teaches photography
at Sheridan, Vistek and via his daily blog at
www.speedlighter.ca.
Age: 12Y-18Y
Cost: $16/2 Class
Central Branch
Course Code: 206919
Thu/Aug 06 & Aug 13 1:00pm-4:00pm
Partnership / High School Ins and Outs for Newcomers
Come to this free workshop and you will learn what to expect from the Ontario Education System including
the requirements to obtain your OSSD. Parents will learn how to support their children in making decisions
and how to stay involved. Students from the International Baccalaureate (IB) program from White Oaks
Secondary School will be on hand to tell you more about the program and answer questions.
Grades 8-12
Cost: Free/1 Class
Central Branch Auditorium Thu/Aug13
5:30pm-7:30pm
To register, please contact the Newcomer Information Centre by
calling 905-949-0049 ext.1290 or by email at [email protected]
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Spring/Summer 2015
Events
Castlemoon Presents, Chester
For this interactive show, kids will make a puppet
to help tell the story of the interrupting cat, Chester!
Age: 3Y-7Y
Cost: $7/1 Class
Glen Abbey Branch
Mon/Mar 16
Iroquois Ridge Branch
Mon/Mar 16
Course Code: 206923
10:00am-10:45am
Course Code: 206828
1:00pm-1:45pm
How To Train Your Lemur
You know how to train a dragon, but have you
learned how to train a lemur? Join Hands on
Exotics to learn all about lemurs and get some
hands on experience training one!
Age: 8Y-12Y
Cost: $15/1 Class
Glen Abbey Branch
Tue/Mar 17
White Oaks Branch
Tue/Mar 17
Course Code: 206924
11:00am-12:00pm
Course Code: 206925
1:00pm-2:00pm
The Great Leprechaun Scavenger Hunt
Head out to your local branch to participate in
The Great Leprechaun Scavenger Hunt. Once
you complete the scavenger hunt, enter to win
a shamrock prize pack! There will be one
lucky winner at each branch.
All Branches
Tue/ Mar 17
Winners will be selected at random on Wed/Mar 18
DIY Leather Bracelets
With our friends from the Fashion Academy,
learn to carve, punch, and finish a leather
bracelet of your own.
Age: 8Y-12Y
Cost: $15/1 Class
Woodside Branch
Thu/Mar 19
Course Code: 206926
10:00am-11:00am
March Break Movie Madness!
Join us for an afternoon movie during March
Break – a favourite title will be shown, one
that will have you laughing as you munch
popcorn. Chairs will be provided for adults,
as kids curl up on the floor. Popcorn and juice
will be available for 50 cents each.
Age: All Ages
Cost: $5/Ticket
$20/group of 5
Central Branch Auditorium
Thu/Mar 19
2:00pm-4:00pm
Movie title will be announced at www.opl.ca & tickets
made available at all branches starting Feb 23.
Minecraft Live!
You’ve played the video game, now join us to
catch those creepers, mine for minerals, and
build in our Minecraft arena.
Age: 5Y and up
Cost: Free/Drop-In
Glen Abbey Branch
Mon/Mar 16
Iroquois Ridge Branch
Wed/Mar 18
White Oaks Branch
Thu/Mar 19
2:00pm-3:30pm
2:00pm-3:30pm
10:00am-11:30am
Bert’s Comedy Magic Show
Enjoy this hilarious, bumbling-fumbling comedy
magic show with Bumbling Bert! Bert will amaze
you with his silly, zany, whirlwind jokes and magic!
Age: All Ages
Cost: $5/Ticket
Woodside Branch
Fri/Mar 20
10:00am-10:45am
Tickets will be available at all branches on Friday
Mar 6, 2015. Everyone attending must have a ticket.
Drop-In and Build with LEGO™
Parents and Kids: come explore with us. We supply the LEGO™, you have fun creating! LEGO™
has been linked to literacy and encourages reasoning skills. Drop in and build with LEGO™!
Age: 3Y and up
Cost: Free/Drop-In
White Oaks Branch
Mon/Mar 16
10:00am-11:30am
Iroquois Ridge Branch
Fri/Mar 20
10:00am-11:30am
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PD Day Programs
Mad Science Detective Science
Children will step into the role of a detective
and discover how forensic science plays a
central role in solving crimes. They will create
and analyze fingerprints, examine dental
records, make teeth impressions and discover
how written materials can be analyzed to help
solve a crime. Their powers of observation will
be put to the test.
Age: 6Y-12Y
Cost: $15/1 Class
Iroquois Ridge Branch
Fri/Apr 24
Course Code: 206881
10:00am-11:00am
Shakespeare in General: A Workshop
Join Shakespeare in Action theatre company
for 75 minutes of Shakespeare fun! Work
with a professional actor and explore some of
Shakespeare’s most popular plays, like Romeo
& Juliet and Macbeth. Get a head start on
high school and meet other Shakespeare fans!
Age: 11Y-13Y
Cost: $15/1 Class
Iroquois Ridge Branch
Fri/Jun 05
Course Code: 206915
10:30am-11:45am
Battle of the Books/
April 14 -17, 2015
Sponsored by:
Will you be ready?
Mad Science Space Technology
Space Technology starts with an exploration
of space-related technologies used on
Earth. Students will use principles of radar
technology to find hidden mountains and
discover the importance of points of reference
to depth perception. From there, it’s out into
space with an examination of potential threats
to spacecraft. Children build their own comets
to take home!
Age: 5Y-12Y
Cost: $15/1 Class
Glen Abbey Branch
Fri/Apr 24
Course Code: 206882
2:00pm-3:00pm
A Midsummer Night’s Dream Workshop
Join Shakespeare in Action theatre company
for 75 minutes of Shakespeare fun! Work
with a professional actor and explore A
Midsummer Night’s Dream - a world of magic
and mayhem. Chant, act, interact!
Age: 8Y-10Y
Cost: $15/1 Class
Glen Abbey Branch
Fri/Jun 05
Course Code: 206916
1:00pm-2:15pm
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Spring/Summer 2015
Events
TD Summer Reading Club 2015
Explore, Discover and Play!
Sign up online or in branch starting Friday, June 26 to Thursday, August 20
and collect amazing prizes throughout the summer!
Kids of all ages can sign up for FREE to participate in this year’s TD Summer Reading Club!
Garage Band Academy
Gigantix
Glen Abbey Branch
Fri/Jul 24
10:00am-11:30am
Woodside Branch
Mon/Jul 27
10:00am-11:30am
Iroquois Ridge Branch
Wed/Jul 29
2:00pm-3:30pm
Clearview Neighbourhood Branch
Wed/Aug 05
10:00am-11:30am
Central Branch
Thu/Aug 13
10:00am-11:30am
White Oaks Branch
Mon/Aug 17
2:00pm-3:30pm
Woodside Branch
Mon/Jul 06, 20, Aug 17
Central Branch
Thu/Jul 09, 23, Aug 6
Iroquois Ridge Branch
Fri/Jul 10, 24, Aug 7
Glen Abbey Branch
Tue/Jul 14, 28, Aug 11
White Oaks Branch
Fri/Jul 17, 31, Aug 14
Come rock out with us and learn to bring out
your inner rock star! Pick the best rock band
name ever, design your own microphone,
learn the music notes, and more!
Age: 5Y and up
Cost: Free/Drop-In
Play the life-size version of your favourite
board games! Check our Facebook and
Twitter accounts to see what games are
coming to your local library!
Age: All Ages
Cost: Free/Drop-In
10:00am-11:00am
10:00am-11:00am
2:00pm-3:00pm
2:00pm-3:00pm
10:00am-11:00am
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Congratulations to École Forest Trail Public School for winning the Summer Reading Club
2014 trophy! Eureka! You too can help your school win, by participating in this year’s club.
The school with the highest percentage of participation by August 20th will win the school
trophy for 2015. Sign up online or at any Oakville Public Library branch.
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Spring/Summer 2015
Events
Go for Gold!
Be an athlete of a country of your choice,
or create your own to compete for gold in six
library Pan Am Games.
Age: 5Y and up
Cost: Free/Drop-In
Glen Abbey Branch
Fri/Jul 10
10:00am-11:30am
Woodside Branch
Mon/Jul 13
10:00am-11:30am
Iroquois Ridge Branch
Wed/Jul 15
2:00pm-3:30pm
Central Branch
Thu/Jul 16
10:00am-11:30am
White Oaks Branch
Mon/Jul 20
2:00pm-3:30pm
Clearview Neighbourhood Branch
Wed/Jul 22
10:30am-11:30am
Build with LEGO™ Drop-In
Come explore and be creative! We supply the
LEGO™ and you have the fun! LEGO™ has been
linked to literacy development, so if you have
some free time this summer, drop in and build!
Age: 3Y and up
Cost: Free/Drop-In
Glen Abbey Branch
Tue/Jul 07
Tue/Jul 21
Tue/Aug 04
Tue/Aug 18
Iroquois Ridge Branch
Mon/Jul 13
Mon/Jul 27
Mon/Aug 10
10:30am-12:00pm
10:30am-12:00pm
10:30am-12:00pm
10:30am-12:00pm
2:00pm-3:30pm
2:00pm-3:30pm
2:00pm-3:30pm
Welcome to Showbiz
Lights, camera, action! Join us to write your
very first screen play, design the costumes, put
on your own puppet show, and more.
Age: 5Y and up
Cost: Free/Drop-In
White Oaks Branch
Mon/Jul 06
2:00pm-3:30pm
Clearview Neighbourhood Branch
Wed/Jul 08
10:00am-11:30am
Central Branch
Thu/Jul 30
10:00am-11:30am
Glen Abbey Branch
Fri/Aug 07
10:00am-11:30am
Woodside Branch
Mon/Aug 10
10:00am-11:30am
Iroquois Ridge Branch
Wed/Aug 12
2:00pm-3:30pm
Wii @ the Librawii
Here’s your chance to play Wii for Fwii on the
big screen at a local librawii. Whether you
are a pro, novice, or just want a chance to try
Wii - drop by and have some fun!
Age: All Ages
Cost: Free/Drop-In
Iroquois Ridge Branch
2:00pm-4:00pm
Tue/Jul 07, Jul 21, Aug 4, Aug 18
Glen Abbey Branch
2:00pm-4:00pm
Fri/Jul 17, Jul 31, Aug 14
White Oaks Branch
10:00am -12:00pm
Tue/Jul 14, Jul 28, Aug 11
Thank you to
our sponsors:
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Every Tuesday from July 7 – August 18, go to www.opl.ca
to play a new Trivia Tuesday quiz!
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Age
Programs
Spring/Summer 2015
An Evening with Author Lana Button
Local author Lana Button is passionate about
picture books and shares her writing process
with the crowd in a lively, entertaining
presentation. Blue Spruce Award nominee for
Willow’s Whisper (2011) and Willow Finds
A Way (2014), Lana will answer questions
during a Q&A session.
Age: 5Y-9Y
Cost: Free/Drop-in
Glen Abbey Branch
Tue/April 14
7:00pm-7:45pm
Cake Pops are Blooming!
It’s spring and cake pops are in season. You
choose vanilla or chocolate and sprinkle with a
touch of bright colours - that’s how this season
blooms brightly! Children will make, mold and
decorate their own treat - it’s sure to be yummy!
Age: 6Y-9Y
Cost: $12/1 Class
Course Code: 206883
3:00pm-4:30pm
Glen Abbey Branch
Sat/Apr 25
Father’s Day Fun!
Bring your dad or mom and join us for a time
of gadgets and fun! Both of you will take part
in three different stations. Take home an LED
greeting card, make music with bananas using
Makey Makey and race cars through tracks
you build!
Age: 6Y-9Y
Cost: $12/1 Class
Iroquois Ridge Branch
Sat/Jun 20
Course Code: 206927
1:00pm-2:30pm
Limited space available. Register child only.
Let’s Print a 3D Bookmark! 11-12Y
It’s exciting and it’s here! Come and learn
about 3D printing, tinker using an online
program, and then print a bookmark using our
Makerbot 3D printer.
Age: 11Y-12Y
Cost: $7/1 Class
Iroquois Ridge Branch
Thu/Apr 16
Central Branch
Thu/May 14
Central Branch
Wed/Jul 08
Iroquois Ridge Branch
Wed/Jul 22
Central Branch
Wed/Aug 05
Iroquois Ridge Branch
Wed/Aug 19
Course Code: 206963
7:00pm-8:00pm
Course Code: 206964
7:00pm-8:00pm
Course Code: 206861
10:30am-11:30am
Course Code: 206862
10:30am-11:30am
Course Code: 206863
10:30am-11:30am
Course Code: 206864
10:30am-11:30am
Let’s Print a 3D Keychain! 8-10Y
It’s exciting and it’s here! Come and learn
about 3D printing, tinker using an online
program, and then print a keychain using our
Makerbot 3D printer.
Age: 8Y-10Y
Cost: $7/1 Class
Central Branch
Tue/Apr 07
Central Branch
Tue/May 05
Central Branch
Wed/Jul 15
Iroquois Ridge Branch
Wed/Jul 29
Central Branch
Wed/Aug 12
Iroquois Ridge Branch
Wed/Aug 26
Course Code: 206821
7:00pm-8:00pm
Course Code: 206860
7:00pm-8:00pm
Course Code: 206966
10:30am-11:30am
Course Code: 206967
10:30am-11:30am
Course Code: 206968
10:30am-11:30am
Course Code: 206969
10:30am-11:30am
Online registration for Spring/Summer programs begins Saturday, February 7, 2015.
Spring session runs from March 23 to May 30, Summer session runs from July 6 to August 6.
No programs: Good Friday – Fri/Apr 03 • Victoria Day – Mon/May 18
• Canada Day – Wed/Jul 01 • Civic Holiday – Mon/Aug 03
Spring session preschool programs at Central Branch will not be offered April 14 to 17 due to
Battle of the Books. Cost will be pro-rated for programs falling on these dates.
If the minimum number of participants is not met, the library reserves the right to cancel any of these classes.
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Programs
Spring/Summer 2015
LEGO™ Robotics 7-9 yrs
How much do you love LEGO™? Take it to
the next level by getting together with other
LEGO™ enthusiasts and add awesome robotics
to your creations. We’ve got the tools, you’ve
got the creativity!
Age: 7Y-9Y
Cost: $63/9 Classes
Glen Abbey Branch
Mon/Mar 23
Iroquois Ridge Branch
Wed/Mar 25
Course Code: 206806
6:00pm-7:00pm
Course Code: 206807
5:00pm-6:00pm
Mind your Manners
Did you know that manners increase your
confidence? We are thrilled that instructor,
Adeodata Czink, President of Business of
Manners returns for the popular Mind your
Manners program. Join Adeodata as she guides
you through the proper way to enter a room,
make introductions, table manners, telephone
etiquette, grooming and receiving an award.
Age: 8Y-12Y
Cost: $15/1 Class
Central Branch
Mon/Aug 17
Course Code: 206920
10:00am-12:00pm
Mother’s Day Delight
Bring your mom or dad and join us for a time
of laughter and memories. Both of you will take
part in three different stations. Take home a
decorated frame, test your plant potting skills
and pamper your nails.
Age: 6Y-9Y
Cost: $12/1 Class
Woodside Branch
Sat/May 09
Course Code: 206811
1:00pm-2:30pm
Limited space available. Register child only
Paws 4 Stories
Build enthusiasm and confidence by reading
aloud with a St. John’s ambulance trained
therapy dog! Note: Three twenty minute time
slots available. You will be contacted to book
your time slot.
Age: 6Y-10Y
Cost: Free/6 Classes
Iroquois Ridge Branch
Mon/Mar 23
Course Code: 206829
4:00pm-5:00pm
No program on Easter Monday, April 6th.
Glen Abbey Branch
Tue/Mar 24
Course Code: 206844
4:00pm-5:00pm
Grade 2 Class Visits
Our friendly, energetic staff will engage, inform
and entertain your students during a FREE 30
minute interactive presentation at your school.
Students will take part in a short theatrical story,
test their skill in a Library Survivor game show
and learn all about the amazing resources and
programs that the library has to offer! Book
today by calling 905-338-4247 ext. 5311.
Community Group Tours
Are you a leader of a community group for
school-aged children such as Sparks or Brownies,
Beavers or Cub Scouts? Would your group like
to find out more about the library in your community?
Your group is invited to book an in-branch
60 minute interactive library tour. Meet a real-life
community helper! Discover all that the library
has to offer for both learning and enjoyment!
Book today by calling 905-338-4247 ext. 5311.
School Open House Events
Let us help reach the students of Oakville.
Together, the schools and the Oakville Public
Library can motivate students to enjoy and excel
in reading, learning and researching.
Oakville Public Library would welcome the
opportunity to attend your next school
Open House event. Book today by calling
905-338-4247 ext. 5311.
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Super Comic Kids
Pokémon Returns**
Gotta catch them all, going to have a ball –
train to be a Pokemon Master! Children will be
engaged in several battle stations to test their
skills as a Pokeman trainer. Bring your double
cards along if you wish to trade!
Age: 7Y-10Y
Cost: $12/1 Class
Glen Abbey Branch
Thu/Jul 23
Course Code: 206922
2:00pm-3:30pm
** Please note that fictional characters will not
appear in this program.
Puppets Galore!
What can you do with one sock? Make a
puppet of course! Join us for this make and
take session as we get creative with glue,
glitter and of course, googly eyes. Using
paper, felt, spoons and socks, we’ll create
different types of puppets and make our
characters come alive!
Age: 6Y-9Y
Cost: $12/1 Class
Woodside Branch
Sat/Mar 28
Course Code: 206808
1:00pm-2:30pm
Dress up as your favourite comic hero and join
us for an afternoon of battling comic villains,
digging for kryptonite and more superhero
activities.
Age: 5Y and up
Cost: Free/Drop-In
Iroquois Ridge Branch
Sat/Apr 25
1:00pm-2:30pm
The Tale of Peter Rabbit
Join us as the Oakville Chamber Orchestra’s
String Quartet and Oakville Public Library
explore Peter Rabbit, one of the most famous
children’s stories ever written. Children will
experience this tale with their senses through
words and music, and have the opportunity to
meet the musicians and ask questions about
their instruments.
Age: All Ages
Cost: Free/Ticket**
Central Branch Auditorium
Sat/May 30
10:00am-10:45am
Complimentary tickets available at all branches May 1,
2015. ** Everyone attending must have a ticket.
Wimpy Kid Returns!
Do you have an innie or an outie? Come join us for some hilarious fun as we
explore the wonderful books ‘Diary of a Wimpy Kid’ by Jeff Kinney.
Age: 7Y-12Y
Cost: $12/1 Class
Iroquois Ridge Branch
Course Code: 206810
Sat/Apr 11
1:00pm-2:30pm
Online registration for Spring/Summer programs begins Saturday, February 7, 2015.
Spring session runs from March 23 to May 30, Summer session runs from July 6 to August 6.
No programs: Good Friday – Fri/Apr 03 • Victoria Day – Mon/May 18
• Canada Day – Wed/Jul 01 • Civic Holiday – Mon/Aug 03
Spring session preschool programs at Central Branch will not be offered April 14 to 17 due to
Battle of the Books. Cost will be pro-rated for programs falling on these dates.
If the minimum number of participants is not met, the library reserves the right to cancel any of these classes.
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Age
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Spring/Summer 2015
Munch & Movie Wednesdays
It’s time to grab some popcorn and watch
a new movie on the big screen before it
becomes available on DVD! Popcorn and juice
will be available for 50 cents each.
Age: All Ages Cost: $5/Ticket or $20 group of 5
Central Branch Auditorium
Wed/Jul 08
2:00pm-4:00pm
Tickets available at all branches starting June 15.
Movie titles will be announced at www.opl.ca on
June 15, 2015.
Central Branch Auditorium
Wed/Aug 12
2:00pm-4:00pm
Tickets available at all branches starting July 20.
Movie titles will be announced at www.opl.ca on
July 20, 2015.
Sunday Movie Matinée @ OPL!
Spend the afternoon with us, relax, and munch
on some popcorn! Watch a new-release movie
before it becomes available on DVD! Popcorn
and juice will be available for 50 cents each.
Age: All Ages Cost: $5/Ticket or $20 group of 5
Central Branch Auditorium
Sun/Jun 07
2:00pm-4:00pm
Tickets available at all branches starting May 15.
Movie titles will be announced at www.opl.ca on
May 15, 2015.
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* To avoid disappointment, pick up your tickets at any branch two weeks
prior to the showing or arrive early and buy your tickets at the door.
Movie titles will be announced at www.opl.ca prior to each event.
Friends of the Library Book Sale
Spring Sale: April 8-12, 2015
Members Only Sale:
Wed, April 8 • 6:00pm – 9:00pm
Most Books are only $1.50 a pound!
Half price on Sunday!
Public Sale:
Thu, April 9th •12:00pm – 9:00pm
Fri, April 10th • 9:30am – 5:00pm
Sat, April 11th • 9:30am – 5:00pm
Sun, April 12th • 1:00pm – 4:00pm
Volunteers needed!
Our sales have raised over $500K
$10 for individuals or families,
which has been used to support library
$5 for students
services such as the Battle of the Books,
www.FriendsOfTheLibrary.ca
Write2Xpress, Teen Advisory Council,
eBook reader purchases, and much more!
If you are interested in volunteering for our
Book Sale preparation, please contact us at
[email protected].
Annual memberships are only
Preschool
Programs
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Explore ‘N Play*
Alphabeasties*
This fun program features exciting stories,
rhymes and songs. Each week you will take
home a creation inspired by the alphabet.
Focus will be on school readiness, letter
awareness and of course, F-U-N!
Age: 3Y-5Y
Cost: $70/10 Classes
Iroquois Ridge Branch
Mon/Mar 23
Glen Abbey Branch
Tue/Mar 24
White Oaks Branch
Fri/Mar 27
Glen Abbey Branch
Sat/Mar 28
Course Code: 206830
11:00am-11:45am
Course Code: 206831
1:00pm-1:45pm
Course Code: 206845
1:00pm-1:45pm
Course Code: 206846
11:00am-11:45am
Baby’s First Storytime*
Take a break out of your busy day and spend
some special time with your baby at the library.
See your baby laugh and smile, as you sing,
clap, bounce, and listen to rhymes and stories.
Your instructor is your one-on-one resource for
all of your early literacy questions.
Age: 6M-12M
Cost: Free/10 Classes
Glen Abbey Branch
Mon/Mar 23
Woodside Branch
Tue/Mar 24
Glen Abbey Branch
Thu/Mar 26
Iroquois Ridge Branch
Fri/Mar 27
Course Code: 206839
10:00am-10:30am
Course Code: 206837
10:00am-10:30am
Course Code: 206835
1:00pm-1:30pm
Course Code: 206836
10:00am-10:30am
Join us for this exciting program that features
sensory activities and of course our favorite
rhymes, songs and stories. This hands on
program will encourage your toddlers to
discover the world around them while developing
language, observation and reading skills.
Bring your curiosity and explore with us!
Age: 18M-30M
Cost: $70/10 Classes
Iroquois Ridge Branch
Mon/Mar 23
Glen Abbey Branch
Tue/Mar 24
Giggles, Glitter and Glue*
This hands-on program will introduce your
little one to reading and exploring through
the use of theme-based storytimes, sensory
experiences and arts and crafts. You and your
child will have fun being creative and getting
messy while being introduced to new books,
songs, and making take-home treasures.
Age: 2Y-3Y
Cost: $70/10 Classes
Woodside Branch
Mon/Mar 23
Iroquois Ridge Branch
Wed/Mar 25
Central Branch
Thu/Mar 26
Glen Abbey Branch
Fri/Mar 27
Born To Read
It is never too early to introduce your child to books and reading!
Parents are the best teachers to inspire the love of reading in their children.
Come and learn some techniques with us that will give your child
a jump start to their love of reading.
Age: Birth-6M
Cost: Free/10 Classes
Glen Abbey Branch
Iroquois Ridge Branch
Mon/Mar 23
Wed/Mar 25
Course Code: 206834
10:00am-10:45am
Course Code: 206833
10:00am-10:45am
1:00pm-1:30pm
1:00pm-1:30pm
Course Code: 206840
1:00pm-1:45pm
Course Code: 206841
10:00am-10:45am
Course Code: 206843
11:00am-11:45am
Course Code: 206842
11:00am-11:45am
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Little Maker
Come join your little one in this parented
program where you will construct, create, and
even collaborate on creations ranging from
musical instruments to murals to puppets.
Age: 2Y-5Y
Cost: $42/6 Classes
Glen Abbey Branch
Mon/Jul 06
Central Branch
Tue/Jul 07
White Oaks Branch
Wed/Jul 08
Iroquois Ridge Branch
Thu/Jul 09
Woodside Branch
Thu/Jul 09
Course Code: 206875
11:00am-11:45am
Course Code: 206877
11:00am-11:45am
Course Code: 206876
10:15am-11:00am
Course Code: 206878
1:00pm-1:45pm
Course Code: 206879
11:00am-11:45am
Summer Baby
Bring your summer smiles here to the library
where you and your little one will share cool
songs, relaxing rhymes, stories about sunshine,
splish-splashing, and of course summertime
fun!
Age: 6M-12M
Cost: Free/6 Classes
Glen Abbey Branch
Mon/Jul 06
Iroquois Ridge Branch
Tue/Jul 07
Glen Abbey Branch
Thu/Jul 09
Woodside Branch
Thu/Jul 09
10:15am-10:45am
1:00pm-1:30pm
10:15am-10:45am
10:15am-10:45am
Tablet Time!
Science Kids
Give your kids the chance to create their
own simple science experiments and see the
amazing results. This un-parented, hands-on
program is a fun first experience with the
magic of science.
Age: 3Y-5Y
Cost: $70/10 Classes
Central Branch
Tue/Mar 24
Woodside Branch
Thu/Mar 26
Glen Abbey Branch
Sat/Mar 28
Iroquois Ridge Branch
Sat/Mar 28
Preschool
Programs
Course Code: 206848
11:00am-11:45am
Course Code: 206849
1:00pm-1:45pm
Course Code: 206847
1:00pm-1:45pm
Course Code: 206850
11:00am-11:45am
Join us for this parented storytime featuring
tablet play where you and your child will
explore unique apps and eBooks, while
learning how digital media can support early
literacy development.
Age: 3Y-5Y
Cost: Free/1 Class
White Oaks Branch
Sat/Apr 18
Central Branch
Sat/May 02
Glen Abbey Branch
Tue/May 26
Iroquois Ridge Branch
Mon/Jul 27
Woodside Branch
Wed/Aug 12
Course Code: 206871
11:00am-12:00pm
Course Code: 206870
1:00pm-2:00pm
Course Code: 206869
2:00pm-3:00pm
Course Code: 206873
10:00am-11:00am
Course Code: 206872
11:00am-12:00pm
Online registration for Spring/Summer programs begins Saturday, February 7, 2015.
Spring session runs from March 23 to May 30, Summer session runs from July 6 to August 6.
No programs: Good Friday – Fri/Apr 03 • Victoria Day – Mon/May 18
• Canada Day – Wed/Jul 01 • Civic Holiday – Mon/Aug 03
Spring session preschool programs at Central Branch will not be offered April 14 to 17 due to
Battle of the Books. Cost will be pro-rated for programs falling on these dates.
If the minimum number of participants is not met, the library reserves the right to cancel any of these classes.
Preschool
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Bring your entire family to shake your sillies out at this storytime filled with songs, rhymes and stories.
Children of all ages are encouraged to participate.
Family Storytime*
Age: All Ages
Cost: Free
Central Branch
Mon/Mar 23
10:00am-10:30am
Glen Abbey Branch
Mon/Mar 23
11:00am-11:30am
White Oaks Branch
Mon/Mar 23
10:00am-10:30am
Clearview Neighbourhood Branch
Tue/Mar 24
6:30pm-7:00pm
Glen Abbey Branch
Tue/Mar 24
11:00am-11:30am
Iroquois Ridge Branch
Tue/Mar 24
10:00am-10:30am
Glen Abbey Branch
Wed/Mar 25
11:00am-11:30am
Iroquois Ridge Branch
Wed/Mar 25
7:00pm-7:30pm
Woodside Branch
Wed/Mar 25
10:00am-10:30am
Glen Abbey Branch
Thu/Mar 26
10:00am-10:30am
Glen Abbey Branch
Thu/Mar 26
11:00am-11:30am
White Oaks Branch
Thu/Mar 26
10:00am-10:30am
Central Branch
Fri/Mar 27
10:00am-10:30am
Central Branch
Sat/Mar 28
10:00am-10:30am
Glen Abbey Branch
Sat/Mar 28
10:00am-10:30am
Iroquois Ridge Branch
Sat/Mar 28
10:00am-10:30am
Summer Storytime*
Age: All Ages
Cost: Free
Central Branch
Mon/Jul 06
10:15am-10:45am
White Oaks Branch
Mon/Jul 06
10:15am-10:45am
Central Branch
Tue/Jul 07
10:15am-10:45am
Iroquois Ridge Branch
Tue/Jul 07
10:15am-10:45am
Clearview Neighbourhood Branch
Tue/Jul 07
6:30pm-7:00pm
Glen Abbey Branch
Wed/Jul 08
10:15am-10:45am
Glen Abbey Branch
Wed/Jul 08
11:00am-11:30am
Woodside Branch
Wed/Jul 08
10:15am-10:45am
Glen Abbey Branch
Thu/Jul 09
11:00am-11:30am
Iroquois Ridge Branch
Thu/Jul 09
10:15am-10:45am
White Oaks Branch
Thu/Jul 09
10:15am-10:45am
Online registration for Spring/Summer programs begins Saturday, February 7, 2015.
Spring session runs from March 23 to May 30, Summer session runs from July 6 to August 6.
No programs: Good Friday – Fri/Apr 03 • Victoria Day – Mon/May 18
• Canada Day – Wed/Jul 01 • Civic Holiday – Mon/Aug 03
Spring session preschool programs at Central Branch will not be offered April 14 to 17 due to
Battle of the Books. Cost will be pro-rated for programs falling on these dates.
If the minimum number of participants is not met, the library reserves the right to cancel any of these classes.
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Toddler Storytime*
Get moving at the library with stories, songs
and silly fun that encourages your child’s
language skills! Toddlers and their grownups
are encouraged to become actively involved
in the stories and activities while making
their first new friends.
Age: All Ages
Cost: Free/10
Classes
Central Branch
Tue/Mar 24
Iroquois Ridge Branch
Tue/Mar 24
Glen Abbey Branch
Wed/Mar 25
Woodside Branch
Wed/Mar 25
Iroquois Ridge Branch
Thu/Mar 26
Central Branch
Fri/Mar 27
Glen Abbey Branch
Fri/Mar 27
White Oaks Branch
Sat/Mar 28
Preschool
Programs
Family Storytime
at QEPCCC
10:00am-10:30am
11:00am-11:30am
10:00am-10:30am
11:00am-11:30am
10:00am-10:30am
11:00am-11:30am
10:00am-10:30am
10:00am-10:30am
s and more!
Stories, song
Queen Elizabeth Park
Community and Cultural Centre
Tuesday
and 2302
Thursday
mornings
Blackbox
Theatre,
Bridge
Rd.
Age: All Ages
FREE /Drop-in
Tuesday and Thursday 10 -10:30 am
September 10, 2013 - June 27, 2014.
March 24 until June 25, 2015.
10:00am-10:30am
Children of all ages accompanied by their parent or caregiver are welcome.
Stories, songs, rhymes and movement
activities make up this fun-packed drop-in
storytime. For children of all ages who
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are accompanied by their parents or
caregivers. Start building a lifelong love
of reading!
Queen Elizabeth Park Community and
Cultural Centre – Blackbox Theatre
2302 Bridge Road, Oakville.
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Partnership
Pre-Kindergartener
Programs
Countdown to
Kindergarten
Future kindergarteners,
let’s count down the days until school
starts. Join us for activities, storytime,
technology play, photo ops and more!
Age: 3Y-5Y
Cost: Free/Drop-In
Iroquois Ridge Branch
Mon/Aug 17
10:00am-11:30am
Central Branch Auditorium
Tue/Aug 18
10:00am-11:30am
Glen Abbey Branch
Wed/Aug 19
10:00am-11:30am
Preschool S.T.E.A.M. Ahead!
Libraries are famous for connecting people
with information! This new program
will connect your child with concepts in
Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and
Mathematics. Join us as your child discovers
magic about the world around them.
Age: 3Y-5Y
Cost: $10/1 Class
Colour Craze
Woodside Branch
Tue/Jul 07
Course Code: 206928
11:00am-11:45am
SIMPLE Simple Machines
Woodside Branch
Course Code: 206929
Tue/Jul 14
11:00am-11:45am
Teddy Bears Sort and Count
Woodside Branch
Course Code: 206930
Tue/Jul 21
11:00am-11:45am
Waterplay (and Learn)
Woodside Branch
Tue/Jul 28
Register for one or all four!
Course Code: 206931
11:00am-11:45am
Croque Matin
Les Coccinelles d’Oakville Inc.
L’heure du conte en français comprend des
chansons, comptines et histoires en français
pour les enfants de 0 à 5 ans accompagnés
d’un parent ou gardien. Storytime -- in French!
Includes songs, nursery rhymes and stories, of
course! For children from birth to 5 years old,
accompanied by a parent or caregiver.
Age: Birth-5Y
Cost: Free/Drop-In
Woodside Branch
Mon/Mar 23
10:00am-11:00am
Final session is June 22, 2015
Tales and Tunes
from the Oakville Parent Child Centre
Come and join in the fun with your baby!
Songs, stories, games and lots of enjoyment
make for a fun afternoon out.
Age: 6M-12M
Cost: Free/Drop-In
Iroquois Ridge Branch
Mon/Mar 23
1:30pm-2:30pm
Final session is June 8, 2015.
Little English Language Learners
with the Halton Multicultural Council and
Halton Region Health
Come and join this unique program for
children to learn basic English skills as well as
valuable skills to get ready for school. Each
week the children will develop early learning
skills through stories, music and crafts.
Age: Birth-5Y
Cost: Free/Drop-In
Faith Baptist Church, 1415 Trafalgar Rd, Oakville
Tue/Mar 24
9:30am-11:00am
Final session is June 16, 2015.
Spring/Summer 2015
Rhythm, Rhyme and Read - 3Rs
with the YMCA
Let’s rock and read at the 3 Rs parented
drop-in program. The Oakville Public Library
and YMCA of Oakville partner together
to introduce children to early literacy with
exciting rhymes, stories, music and crafts.
Age: 18M-4Y
Cost: Free/Drop-In
YMCA, 410 Rebecca Street, Oakville
Wed/Mar 25
1:00pm-2:00pm
Tickles and Tales
with the Oakville Parent-Child Centre
Don’t miss this fun-filled hour of baby games,
music, rhymes and stories.
Age: Birth-6M
Cost: Free/Drop-In
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Preschool
Programs
Buggy Business with the YMCA
Get your baby on board and join us for Buggy
Business! This program is designed for exercise,
socializing and fun! After we power stroll in
the neighbourhood, we will enjoy a storytime
provided by the Oakville Public Library. Part of
the YMCA of Oakville Steps & Stages Program.
Age: Birth-2Y
Cost: Free/Ongoing
White Oaks Branch
Thu/Mar 26
10:00am-11:30am
Caregivers Corner
from the Oakville Parent-Child Centre
OP-CC, 461 North Service Road, Oakville
Tue/Mar 24
1:00pm-2:00pm
Final session is June 9, 2015
A drop-in program designed for child care
providers and the children they care for. Come
and join in the fun with songs and play time.
Age: Birth-5Y
Cost: Free/Drop-In
OP-CC, 74 Florence Drive
Thu/Mar 26
1:00pm-2:00pm
Woodside Branch
Fri/Mar 27
Final session is June 11, 2015
09:30am-11:30 AM
Final session is June 26, 2015.
Spring/Summer 2015
Course availability can be
viewed online or by telephone
when you browse iris. Availability
cannot be guaranteed on
inquiries – only at time of
registration. You can register
online after the program start date,
up to 50 % of the way through the course as long as
the program still has availability. Iris registration will
provide immediate confirmation of registration. All
registration methods will receive a confirmation letter
by mail within two weeks of processing registrations.
The location, start date and time of the course will be
included. Please check all details carefully, and call
905-338-4250 if there are any discrepancies, or if
you do not receive this letter prior to the start date of
the program.
Excellent programs can get cancelled because people
wait until the last moment to register. All programs
need to be cost effective and cannot run if there are
not enough participants. Please register early to avoid
disappointment. All participants must meet the course
age requirements.
In the event that the course you selected is full,
you may be placed on a waitlist and a waitlist
confirmation will be mailed to you.
Payment:
Full payment of program fees must be submitted with
your registration form. If paying by cheque, please
make payable to ’Town of Oakville’. Iris registrations
must be paid by credit cards – VISA, MasterCard or
by using credit on your iris account.
We will try to ensure that the registrations are
processed together for friends or relatives. Registration forms, individual cheques and/ or credit card
numbers are required for each family in order to
receive separate receipts.
Duplicate receipts will only be issued upon request
and are subject to a $11.30 administration fee per
request. An administration charge of $35 will be
levied for all NSF cheques and returned payments.
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Registration
Information
Refunds/Withdrawals:
Pro-rated credits or refunds/withdrawals can
be requested no later than one business day
prior to the third class. You are also able to
withdraw online from a program using iris, up
to four days prior to the program start date. A credit
will be placed on your account. Withdrawal and/
or refund requests on or after the third class of the
program will be processed for medical reasons only
for the remaining classes of the program and must
be accompanied by a Doctor’s note. These medical
requests will be pro-rated, but will not be subject to
an administration fee.
Refunds or withdrawals can be made by calling
905-338-4250 between 8:30 am and 4:30 pm
Monday – Friday. All requests for refunds are subject
to a $11.30 charge per registration per transaction.
For Safety’s Sake:
To ensure participant health and safety, please make
program staff aware of any medical conditions or special
needs. A participant profile – Special Needs and
Medical form should be completed (if applicable) when
registering for any library program so that we can ensure
that the program experience is positive for everyone.
The library is a public place and children must not be
left unattended as staff cannot be responsible for their
supervision or safety. Your cooperation is appreciated
as we strive to make every child’s visit to the library
a positive one. When your child attends a library
program, please remain close by within the branch or
program location should your child need you.
Cancellation Information:
The Oakville Public Library reserves the right to
cancel or alter any classes, time, costs or locations
outlined in this brochure without notice, as required,
due to a lack of registration, change of policy, or
availability of facilities or instructors. Full refunds will
be issued for Course Cancellations only.
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When can I register?
Registration for Spring/Summer programs begins Saturday, February 7, 2015.
No programs: Good Friday – Fri/Apr 03 • Victoria Day – Mon/May 18 • Canada Day – Wed/Jul 01
• Civic Holiday – Mon/Aug 03
How Do I Register?
On Saturday, February 7, 2015 at 9:00 am registration opens.
• Visit www.oakville.ca and click on program registration and follow the prompt
iris Online/by PHONE
www.oakville.ca/
905-815-2000
24 hours/day
Immediate Confirmation
FAX
905-338-4188
or MAIL
or DROP OFF
Need a family PIN number
and personal ID number?
Call 905-845-6601 ext.4747
Please allow at least
two business days for
processing your request.
OR call iris at 905-815-2000
• Have your Personal ID number & Family PIN number* ready. Choose your programs.
• Methods of payment include VISA, MasterCard or money in your iris account.
• Full account payment is required to complete registration
(including any outstanding balance on account).
• You will know if you have registered successfully once payment is complete and you are
provided with a confirmation number. Official registration receipts & waitlist notifications
will be mailed within two weeks.
Processing of faxed, mailed or drop off registration forms will begin on
Saturday, February 7, 2015 in indiscriminate order.
•
•
•
Complete registration form – up to three registrations from the same family
can be entered on one form. Please print clearly.
Methods of payment include VISA, MasterCard or money on your iris account for
faxed registrations, cheque and cash for drop off registrations.
Fax to Department of Recreation and Culture, Program Registration at 905-338-4188
or
• Mail the completed registration form to:
• Town of Oakville, Department of Recreation and Culture Program Registration
•
P.O. Box 310, 1225 Trafalgar Rd., Oakville, ON, L6J 5A6
or
• Drop off completed form with payment at Town Hall, or any branch of the Oakville
Public Library. See page 2 for location details.
• Forms that are dropped off will be delivered to Town Hall for processing
within two business days.
• Official registration receipts & waitlist notifications will be mailed within two weeks.
HST Please be aware that Harmonized Sales Tax (HST) has been included in cost when applicable. HST is applied to
participants 15 years of age and older including paid adult events, programs and workshops.
Online registration E-X-T-E-N-D-E-D ! Now you can register online AFTER the program start date, up to 50 %
of the way through the course! But don’t wait until the last minute. Popular programs fill up fast and others might be
cancelled if there isn’t enough interest.
Registration
Information
REGISTRATION INFORMATION
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Spring/Summer
2014/15
2015
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For office use only
Register
Questions?
IRIS help line 905-845-6601 ext. 4747
Registration inquiries 905-338-4250
online at oakville.ca
by phone 905-815-2000
by fax 905-338-4188
Have you previously registered with the department?
Has your address/telephone number changed since you last registered?
If yes, previous telephone number:
Yes
Yes
No
No
Authorization #
Non-residents add $10 plus applicable taxes per course
For participants with special needs
Please fax Participant Profile - Special Needs/
Medical form, found with registration form.
Please print clearly.
Adult’s last name (parent/guardian)
First name
Address
Home phone
Apt.
Business phone
Email
City
Postal code
Emergency contact name
Emergency phone
Get connected!
Photo release
Photographs of participants may be taken at any time for town promotional purposes.
If you do not wish to have your/your child’s photo taken/used, please sign below.
I do not wish to have my/my child’s photo/name taken/used
I give permission to take/use my/my child’s photo/name
Signature
Now you can!
Register to receive our e-newsletter at
oakville.ca/newsletters.html
Date
1 Participant’s name
Birth date
M/F
dd
mm
Location
Course Code
Want to learn more about the latest Recreation
and Culture programs and initiatives?
Course Name
yy
Day/Session/Week
Time
Total ($)
Time
Total ($)
Time
Total ($)
First choice
Second choice
2 Participant’s name
Birth date
M/F
dd
mm
Location
Course Code
Course Name
yy
Day/Session/Week
First choice
Second choice
3 Participant’s name
Birth date
M/F
dd
mm
Location
Course Code
Course Name
yy
Day/Session/Week
First choice
If applicable, subtract credit left on account ($
Payment type:
Cheque*
Debit
Cash
Visa
MasterCard
+AT = plus applicable taxes.
Signature (for credit card only)
All non-residents add $10.00 +AT per course $
*Make cheques payable to Town of Oakville. No post-dated cheques.
Expiry
mm
Total amount $
Security Code
yy
Credit card #
Personal information on this form is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act, S.0. 2001, c.25 and will be used for the purpose of program registration administration. Questions about this collection may be directed to:
The Recreation and Culture department - Registration, Town of Oakville, 1225 Trafalgar Road, Oakville, Ontario, L6H 0H3. Telephone: 905-338-4250.
)
REGISTRATION INFORMATION
Second choice
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REGISTRATION INFORMATION
Information
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Participant Profile
Special Needs / Medical
To best serve the needs of all program participants, we require the following information for leadership staff’s
awareness. Please choose the category that best describes the needs of the participants with special needs.
Please fax this completed form to registration at 905-338-4188; attention Carol Gall, or email [email protected].
For general registration inquiries, call 905-338-4250. For IRIS help, call 905-845-6601, ext. 4747.
Participant last name
Participant first name
Birth date
dd
mm
Program
1
For participants
with special needs
Will attend with
own support?
Yes
Home phone
Business phone
Main contact email address
Day
Time
Location
yy
Non-life threatening medical condition — eg. ADD, ADHD, epilepsy, etc.
Please identify:
Life threatening medical condition
Please note that for participants in this category a Medic Alert or similar identification bracelet is mandatory.
2
Peanut allergy
Bee sting allergy
Cardiac condition
Diabetes
Other:
Does participant carry Epi Pen?
Does participant carry special medication?
Does participant carry insulin?
Yes
Yes
Yes
No
No
No
Physical mobility, mental challenges or behaviours
Physical challenges (describe condition)
3
Mental challenges.
Medical diagnosis is:
Down’s syndrome
Autism
Other:
Behaviours (describe condition)
Vision, hearing or physical mobility
4
Vision
Hearing
Physical
Good
Good
Good
Adequate
Adequate
Adequate
Poor
Poor
Poor
Unknown
Unknown
Unknown
REGISTRATION INFORMATION
Helpful background information
Is extra support required at school?
Does disability affect the safety of the participant?
Is extra support/assistance required for basic care?
Is the participant currently associated with a support agency?
Tips for Instructors
Personal information on this form is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act, S.0. 2001, c.25 and will be used for the purpose of program registration administration.
Questions about this collection may be directed to: The Recreation and Culture department - Registration, Town of Oakville, 1225 Trafalgar Road, Oakville, Ontario, L6H 0H3.
Telephone: 905-338-4250.