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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
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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]
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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.