www.portcolbornelibrary.org April/May/June 2015 News and Events June is Seniors’ Month— Let’s Talk Executors and Wills— The library has planned lots of special events for seniors this June in celebration of Seniors’ Month! There are valuable information sessions, an awesome music programme (hurry and get your ticket), and a chance to spend an evening with Arabella Williams! Sign up soon! Space is limited. If you are the executor of a will, or expect to be asked, there is important information you need to know to protect yourself. Join financial expert Michele Galante, from Desjardins Financial Security, as she shares information about what it really means to be an executor. Bring your questions for Michele to answer. Monday, June 8, 6:30-8:00 p.m. Pre-register at the Library. At the L.R. Wilson Heritage Research Archives Building. Free Information Session “An Evening with Arabella Williams” Fraud and Elder Abuse—Free Information Tues. June 23, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Sign up soon to reserve your spot to learn more about these important topics. Wednesday, June 10th, 2:00-3:00 p.m. Pre-register at the library. Session will be held at the L.R. Wilson Archives Building. Minimum enrollment of 25 participants required for program. At the L.R. Wilson Archives Bldg. In 2015, the Port Colborne Public Library and the Port Colborne Historical & Marine Museum celebrate the 150th birthday of Miss A ra b e l l a Williams. (18651950). Join us for an evening dedicated to the telling of the life story of one of Port Colborne’s most famous residents. Session with Niagara Regional Police An Afternoon of Music with Gary Smith The library has planned something special for June! Buy your ticket soon to hear singer/musician Gary Smith perform the golden oldies you love! Sit back, sing along and enjoy! Wednesday, June 17, 2:00 p.m. Tickets are $2.00 at the library. Space is limited. At the L.R. Wilson Heritage Research Archives Building. Art in the Library— Featuring Work by Local Artists and Artisans May: “Art by Lakeshore Catholic High School Students” June to August: “The Works of Artist Yves Thrace” Have You Tried Freegal? Visit us at portcolbornelibrary.org to access free downloadable music. All you need is your library card! April/May/June 2015 Programming... PA Day Craft with Stacey—Friday, May 15, 3:00-4:00 p.m. Make PA Day extra special and create an “Under-the-Sea-Themed Fabric Mosaic.” For ages: 5 and older. Cost: $5.00 Space is limited. Pre-register at the library. TD Summer Reading Club 2015— This Year’s Theme is “Play” Watch for our TD Summer Reading Club flyer for information on our great lineup of activities and events this summer! Registration will begin Monday, June 22, 2015. See you then! Red Cross Babysitting Course Saturday, June 27, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Basic first aid and care-giving skills for youth 11 to 15 years old. Participants learn how to provide care to younger children in a variety of age groups, and how to prevent and respond to emergencies. The course also offers youth the training to promote themselves as a babysitter to prospective parents. For children ages 11 to 15. (Proof of birth date required.) Cost is $60.00. Space is limited. Pre-register at the Library. Awesome E-Resources for Kids Therapy Tails Visit the library’s website and check out these great digital resources: magazines from Flipster, eBooks, audiobooks, games, homework help, and more! All you need is your library card to get started. Make a new friend and read a tale or two to a Therapy Tails dog. MONDAYS 6:30—7:30 p.m. in the Children’s Room Ranger Rick Ladybug Kayak Discovery Girls Girls LIfe Ask Programming... April/May/June 2015 Tech Help at Your Library—Sign Up for These FREE Info Sessions Flipster: Downloading Magazines for Tablets—Saturday, April 11th, 3:30 - 4:30 p.m. Searching the Internet—Saturday, April 18th, 3:30 - 4:30 p.m. Gmail & Facebook—Saturday, May 9th, 3:30 - 4:30 p.m. Searching the Internet—Saturday, May 30th, 3:30 - 4:30 p.m. Searching the Internet—Saturday, June 20th, 3:30 - 4:30 p.m. Quilting by Hand for Beginners For Adult Learners SATURDAYS May 2, 9, 16, 23, & 30. 10:00 - 11:30 a.m. Cost is $10.00 for the 5-week session (includes all supplies) Pre-register at the library. Space is limited. The Eclectic Readers Book Club is looking for new members! The Book club meets on the first Monday of the month, September to June, 1:30 - 2:30 p.m. Call Russ at 905-834-1453 for more information. Self-Employment Information Sessions Ontario Office Works Inc. will present free information sessions about opportunities for small business start-ups. Bring your questions and find out how you can become your own boss! April 24, May 29 & June 26 at 3:30 p.m. Films For Seniors Film Buffs Discussion Group Films for Seniors is presented the first Wednesday of the month, September to June, at 1:30 pm. Free admission. Free refreshments. Members watch films at home and then join the group for lively discussion. Films are available in DVD format from the library. Presented the last Wednesday of the month 1:30 - 3:30pm. Free. Check our brochure for programme details. Check our brochure programme details. for Family Mental Health Education Coping Skills Workshops These workshops are intended for families and significant others who have an adult relative who is dealing with a serious mental health problem and/or cooccurring disorder. FREE. THURSDAYS, April 30, May 7, 14 & 21 6:00 - 8:00 Registration is required. Call 905-894-6808 to register. STITCH-IT! Mondays, 6:00– 8:00 p.m. Bring your work-in-progress to the library for a couple of hours of stitching and conversation. Cost is $1.00 / person / week Knitting Classes TUESDAYS 7:00—9:00 p.m. Until May 12 THURSDAYS 1:00—3:00 p.m. Until May 14 For more information or to register, call Vicki Fretz at (905) 835-5373 PORT COLBORNE PUBLIC LIBRARY 310 King Street Port Colborne, ON L3K 4H1 Phone: 905-834-6512 Fax: 905-835-5775 email: [email protected] Visit us online! www.portcolbornelibrary.org Like us on Facebook! HOURS OF SERVICE Monday, Tuesday, Thursday: 10:00 a.m.- 8:00 p.m. Wednesday, Friday, Saturday: 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. April/May/June 2015 SUPPORT YOUR LIBRARY Donor Recognition Programme: To show our appreciation and to recognize your support, the names of contributors of $50.00 or more will be listed on our Donor Recognition Wall. Memorials: A thoughtful way of remembering a loved one or friend who may have had a special fondness for the library. For gifts of $50.00 or more, your loved one's name will be added to our Donor Recognition Wall. Materials Donations: The library gladly accepts donations such as books, magazines, videos, and CDs. Donated materials become the property of the library and are either added to the collection, sold in the book sale, or discarded at the library’s discretion. The Port Colborne Library appreciates your generous contributions, but cannot issue tax receipts for material donations. Ongoing Used Book Sale: Books, magazines, videos, music CDs and more! Prices start at 25¢. Find a treasure, buy a gift, support your library. A charitable tax receipt will be issued for monetary gifts of $10.00 or more. The library will be closed on: LIBRARY BOARD Michael Cooper, Chair Valerie Catton, Vice-Chair William Higgins Bryan Ingram Ann Kennerly Cheryl MacMillan Councillor John Mayne Derek Miller LIBRARY MANAGEMENT Robert Heil, CAO Peter Senese, Treasurer Jennifer Parry, Director of Library Services Monday, May 18, 2015, for Victoria Day SHUT-IN SERVICE AUDITORIUM RENTAL The delivery of library materials to patrons unable to visit the library due to short-term illness, physical disability, or age. Please call the library for information. Contact the library for booking details. SIGN RENTAL King Street illuminated sign available for rent. Contact the library for information. MISSION STATEMENT The Port Colborne Public Library is dedicated to providing the highest level of library services, materials, and facilities possible with the resources available, to meet the informational, educational, and recreational needs of all citizens of Port Colborne.
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