Monday January 20, 2020 - Monday March 9, 2020

Time: 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Location: L.E. Shore Library - 173 Bruce St. S..

Yoga for Kids!

Every Monday from 3:30-4:30pm in The Gallery at L.E. Shore Library.
Join us to learn the basics of yoga for kids with certified yoga instructor, Charlene of Mantra Yoga Studio.
Ages 6 and up (Children under the age of 8 must be accompanied by a Guardian to the program).
Cost is $40 for the session.  Session runs Monday January 13th - Monday March 9th, 2020
(please note there is no Yoga for Kids on Monday January 27th or February 17th, 2020)

Email: libraryprograms@thebluemountains.ca

Tuesday January 21, 2020

Time: 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Location: L.E. Shore Library - 173 Bruce St South, Thornbury.

Spend an hour with local favourite Glacial Erratic: Canada's Only Prog-Rock Banjo-Funk Musical Comedy Act.

Fresh off the release of their debut album The Rest of This Page Was Intentionally Left Bank, the band will discuss their craft in a Q&A panel discussion.

The Georgian Bay-bred banjo-funk, rock-fusion quartet produces a powerhouse of groovy sounds, complimented by comedic lyrics about wearing jeans to a wedding, eating too many pot cookies and life at the all-you-can-eat continental breakfast.

Consisting of Bassist (and producer) Josh Maitland, drummer Mitch Yurkiw, hand percussionist Bambalamb Kidd and songwriter/vocalist Dave Loopstra on banjo, guitar and harmonica, Glacial Erratic presents a hypnotic and progressive journey through and around lyrics that have listeners laughing out loud.

Register here: https://tbmcs_programs_events.eventbritestudio.com/85161027927

Contact: TBM Creator Space Digital Arts Lab
Website: https://tbmcs_programs_events.eventbritestudio.com/85161027927

Wednesday January 22, 2020

Time: 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Location: L.E. Shore Library, Thornbury.

Have you heard of Instagram but aren't sure how to use it? Wired Wednesdays: Instagram with Ashley will show you how to use Instagram to take wonderful photos, use filters, and add friends to your account. 

1pm-3pm

L.E. Shore Memorial Library

Registeration Required.

Contact: Ashley
Email: librarytech@thebluemountains.ca Website: https://www.thebluemountainslibrary.ca/

Wednesday January 22, 2020

Time: 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Location: L.E. Shore Library.

Meet us at the library every other Wednesday from 3:30-4:30pm for some fun crafts. If you are wanting to hang out with some friends, while learning a new skill or craft then this club is for YOU! For the month of January (Jan 8 & 22) we will be learning how to knit. We will show you how to make your own knitting needles and how to knit a very basic scarf.

Ages 10 and up. Pre-Registration Required. Free Event

Email: libraryprograms@thebluemountains.ca Website: http://www.thebluemountainslibrary.ca

Thursday January 23, 2020 - Thursday May 7, 2020

Time: 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Location: L.E. Shore Library - 173 Bruce St. S..

The Library Social Group for Knitting and Crocheting 2019/2020 season.  

Everyone is welcome. $5.00 to join to cover cost of coffee/tea, milk, sugar and treats. Meet us in the L.E. Shore Library Board Room.

Email: libraryprograms@thebluemountains.ca

Thursday January 23, 2020

Time: 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Location: L.E. Shore Library.

On Thursday January 23rd, the L.E. Shore Library will be hosting a Coffee House event from 6-8pm. 
This is a wonderful opportunity for emerging artists to take centre stage and experience what it's like to perform for a live audience.
If you are a musician, writer, poet or comedian than this event is for you!

Registration required for those interested in participating in the event.
All you have to do is register by clicking on the the Sign-Up button below. 
Registration deadline is Tuesday January 21st by 8pm.

Email: libraryprograms@thebluemountains.ca Website: http://www.thebluemountainslibrary.ca

Sunday January 26, 2020

Time: 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Location: The Gallery at L.E. Shore - 173 Bruce St. S..

Karen Clegg was born in Rhodesia in 1969, a small landlocked British territory in Southern Africa that rebelled and declared UDI (Unilateral Declaration of Independence) in 1965. She calls herself a fourth generation ‘Zimbabwean’ and grew up during the Rhodesian war.

In 1996 she was nominated for the National Zimbabwe Rothmans Communicator of the Year Award, and the youngest nominee in the history of that award.  In 2000 she moved to Canada and during her first 5 years here she was a regular guest speaker for Probus and Rotary groups talking about the crisis in Zimbabwe under the 37 year late-Robert Mugabe dictatorship. 

She visits Africa every other year, and in November 2020, will lead her first tour in Southern Africa, and is opening it up to just 10 people.(www.snowbirdsfly.ca)

In partnership with L.E. Shore Memorial Library, Karen will share some of her Rhodesian childhood memories. 

L.E. Shore Memorial Library in Thornbury on Sunday January 26 at 2:00pm

Register online for this free event:
Childhood-in-rhodesia.eventbrite.com

Monday January 27, 2020

Time: 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Family Literacy Day® is a national awareness initiative created by ABC Life Literacy Canada in 1999 to raise awareness of the importance of reading and engaging in other literacy-related activities as a family. 

The Blue Mountains Public Library will be celebrating Family Literacy day on Monday, January 27th from 3-4:30 pm. 

We will celebrate Family Literacy Day with reading the classic book Where The Wild Things Are, a family scavenger hunt, crafts and LOTS OF FUN!

All Ages. Free Event. Drop in.

Wednesday January 29, 2020

Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm

Location: L.E. Shore Library.

iPad Basics is back! Learn touch screen gestures, working with an installing apps, using Safari. Bring your iPad and your questions. This class is a pre-requisite for other iPad classes.

Maximum registration is 6 people. Instructor: Darrell Noseworthy. The cost for this program is $15 upon registration. Please visit or call the Library to make payment. The library accepts cash, debit, cheque, Visa and Mastercard. Note: Cancellations must be made 48 hours in advance for a refund.

Contact: Elisa
Phone: 519-599-3681
Email: librarytech@thebluemountains.ca

Wednesday January 29, 2020 - Wednesday June 3, 2020

Time: 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Location: L.E. Shore Library.

Need help with your computer, smartphone, or tablet? Ashley can help! Wired Wednedays Drop-In Tech help is that time to bring in your device and ask your questions! All questions welcome! 

1pm-3pm

L.E. Shore Library

Contact: Ashley
Email: librarytech@thebluemountains.ca Website: https://thebluemountainslibrary.ca

Friday January 31, 2020

Time: 11:00am - 11:30am

Location: L.E. Shore Library - Story Tower.

Join us for a Beautiful Joe Story Time featuring Meaford's most famous dog.

Presented by the Beautiful Joe Heritage Society.

Email: libraryprograms@thebluemountains.ca

Wednesday February 5, 2020

Time: 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Location: L.E. Shore Memorial Library.

So you use Gmail but are you aware of what else Google has to offer with your account? With a Google Account you can use Google Drive, Docs, Photos etc. During Wired Wednesdays: What comes with my Google Account? Ashley will be walking you through the apps that come with every Google account. 

1pm-3pm

L.E. Shore Library

Contact: Ashley
Email: librarytech@thebluemountains.ca Website: https://thebluemountainslibrary.ca

Wednesday February 5, 2020

Time: 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Location: L.E. Shore Library.

Meet us at the library every other Wednesday from 3:30-4:30 pm for some fun crafts. If you are wanting to hang out with some friends, while learning a new skill or craft then this club is for YOU! For February we will be learning how to make beautiful beaded bracelets. We will meet in The Gallery Wed Feb 5 & 12th at 3:30 pm

Ages 10 and up. Pre-Registration Required. Free Event.

Email: libraryprograms@thebluemountains.ca Website: http://www.thebluemountainslibrary.ca

Tuesday February 11, 2020

Time: 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Location: The Gallery at L.E. Shore.

The Arts and Culture Council presents a travel experience in Peru with Michael E Arkless

Michael will showcase his experiences in the Urubamba Valley - the Sacred Valley of the Incas. This is a spiritual and peaceful place that lies between the Inca capital of Cusco and the estate of Machu Picchu. The River Urubamba runs through the valley and is an important religious element in the Inca ideology. The valley itself is flanked by the Andes and is home to many ancient ruins.

Michael will talk about the hiking adventures he shared with his wife, Gillian Arkless, in this area, and will explore the impact the Incas had on the face of the landscape, which still remains, including Machu Picchu, almost 600 years after the Incas were conquered by the Spanish. 

No registration required and all are welcome.

Email: TheGallery@TheBlueMountains.ca

Wednesday February 12, 2020

Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm

Location: L.E. Shore Library.

A new class to continue learning the basics: dealing with updates, creating notes and lists, using the Calendar, and how to talk with Siri. No prerequisite is required.

Maximum registration is 6 people. Instructor: Darrell Noseworthy. The cost for this program is $15 upon registration. Please visit or call the Library to make payment. The library accepts cash, debit, cheque, Visa and Mastercard. Note: Cancellations must be made 48 hours in advance for a refund.

Contact: Elisa
Phone: 519-599-3681
Email: librarytech@thebluemountains.ca

Wednesday February 12, 2020

Time: 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Location: L.E. Shore Library.

Meet us at the library Wednesday Feb 5 & 12th from  3:30-4:30 pm for some fun crafts. If you are wanting to hang out with some friends, while learning a new skill or craft then this club is for YOU! For February we will be learning how to make beautiful beaded bracelets.

Ages 10 and up. Pre-Registration Required. Free Event.

Email: libraryprograms@thebluemountains.ca Website: http://www.thebluemountainslibrary.ca

Thursday February 13, 2020

Time: 7:00pm - 9:15pm

Location: The Gallery at L.E. Shore.

Thursday, February 13, at 7 pm in The Gallery, the Arts and Culture Council is presenting a special screening of the film Parasite, the 2019 domestic thriller/black comedy directed and written by Bong Joon-Ho.  Winner of the Golden Globe for Best Foreign Language Film and reviewed as 'one of the ten best films of 2019', with a movie critics rating of 99% on Rotten Tomatoes, this film promises to fascinate and entertain in equal measure. 
[View trailer]

Rated 14A for Graphic Content
Korean with English Subtitles

Phone: 519-599-3681
Email: TheGallery@TheBlueMountains.ca

Friday February 14, 2020

Time: 11:00am - 11:30am

Location: L.E.Shore Library - Story Tower.

Meet us at the Library Friday February 14th at 11:00 am for a very special Story Time. We will be celebrating love, kindness and Valentines Day.

Join us for some stories, play, crafts and FUN!

Ages 0 and up. Drop in program. Free event

Email: libraryprograms@thebluemountains.ca Website: http://www.thebluemountainslibrary.ca/

Tuesday February 18, 2020

Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm

Location: L.E. Shore Library Board Room.

iPad Basics is back! Learn touch screen gestures, working with an installing apps, using Safari. Bring your iPad and your questions. This class is a pre-requisite for other iPad classes.

Maximum registration is 6 people. Instructor: Darrell Noseworthy. The cost for this program is $15 upon registration. Please visit or call the Library to make payment. The library accepts cash, debit, cheque, Visa and Mastercard. Note: Cancellations must be made 48 hours in advance for a refund.

Contact: Elisa
Phone: 519-599-3681 ext 143
Email: librarytech@thebluemountains.ca

Wednesday February 19, 2020

Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm

Location: L.E. Shore Library - 173 Bruce St South, Thornbury.

iPad Basics is back! Learn touch screen gestures, working with an installing apps, using Safari. Bring your iPad and your questions. This class is a pre-requisite for other iPad classes.

Maximum registration is 6 people. Instructor: Darrell Noseworthy. The cost for this program is $15 upon registration. Please visit or call the Library to make payment. The library accepts cash, debit, cheque, Visa and Mastercard. Note: Cancellations must be made 48 hours in advance for a refund.

Contact: Elisa
Phone: 519-599-3681 ext 143
Email: librarytech@thebluemountains.ca

Wednesday February 19, 2020

Time: 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Location: L.E. Shore Library.

Do you travel outside of the country? Would you like to be able to message your friends and send pictures without using your data? Come out to Wired Wednesdays: WhatsApp where Ashley will show you how to get WhatsApp on your device and how to use it. 

1pm-3pm 

L.E. Shore Library

Contact: Ashley
Email: librarytech@thebluemountains.ca Website: https://thebluemountainslibrary.ca

Wednesday February 19, 2020

Time: 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Location: L.E.Shore Library .

The inaugural I READ CANADIAN DAY is a national day of celebration of Canadian books for young people.  This is a day dedicated to ‘reading Canadian’ and will empower families, schools, libraries and organizations to host local activities and events within the week. 

On Wednesday, February 19th, borrow a Canadian book and get a chance to participate in our I Read Canadian Photo Booth at the L.E. Shore Library. Free Event. All Ages.

Email: libraryprograms@thebluemountains.ca Website: http://www.thebluemountainslibrary.ca/

Wednesday February 26, 2020

Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm

Location: L.E. Shore Library.

Learn about taking photos and using the Photos App to review, edit and organize images. To take this class, you must have taken iPad Basics or be approved by library staff.

Maximum registration is 6 people. Instructor: Darrell Noseworthy. The cost for this program is $15 upon registration. Please visit or call the Library to make payment. The library accepts cash, debit, cheque, Visa and Mastercard. Note: Cancellations must be made 48 hours in advance for a refund.

Contact: Elisa
Phone: 519-599-3681
Email: librarytech@thebluemountains.ca

Thursday February 27, 2020

Time: 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Location: L.E. Shore Library.

Join Carol Baskerville owner of Interior Moves Meaford in The Gallery Thursday, February 13th at 6:30 pm for a super fun and interactive Throw pillow DIY. Carol's beautiful hand stamped pillows retail at $60.00 . She will be offering this pillow stamping workshop for $40.00 per person, all supplies will be provided. Register today for the opportunity to design and create your own custom piece using Fusion Mineral Paint and one of a kind stamps all the way from England.

Ages 12 and up. Limited spaces (15 people) Cost $40.00 person. Pre -registration Required.

Email: libraryprograms@thebluemountains.ca Website: http://www.thebluemountainslibrary.ca

Saturday February 29, 2020

Time: 7:30pm - 12:00am

Location: Beaver Valley Community Centre.

What better way to celebrate an extra day of February 29 than by dancing away the Night to live music of Bored of Education! Tickets are $75 and include a $50 tax receipt.

Proceeds support the development of the REEL History films and museum collection at the Craigleith Heritage Depot. 

Each ticket includes a $50.00 tax receipt, admission to the dance, and food to replenish your energy to get back on the dance floor!  A cash bar will provide extra kick to your step. 

Bring your friends and neighbours for a night out, and support our local museum, archives and library!

Tickets are available at LE Shore, call to get yours.  Makes a great Christmas gift, a gift that keeps on giving!

Contact: Depot Staff
Phone: 519-599-3681 ext 2
Email: depot@thebluemountains.ca Website: https://www.thebluemountainslibrary.ca/leap-year.cfm?is=12

Wednesday March 4, 2020

Time: 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Location: L.E. Shore Memorial Library.

Want to learn how to do basic word processing but not know where to start? At Wired Wednesdays: Microsoft Word for Beginners, Ashley will be going through how to create, open, save and delete documents. You will learn how to use certain features such as  bold, underline, highlight, font colour and font size. Learn how to use Spellcheck and templates as well. 

1pm to 3pm

L.E. Shore Memorial Library

Contact: Ashley
Email: librarytech@thebluemountains.ca Website: https://thebluemountainslibrary.ca

Thursday March 5, 2020

Time: 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Location: L.E. Shore Library.

Email: libraryprograms@thebluemountains.ca Website: http://www.thebluemountainslibrary.ca

Wednesday March 11, 2020

Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm

Location: L.E. Shore Library.

Keep your iPad healthy! Learn about viruses, security breaches and dealing with multiple passwords. To take this class you must have already taken iPad Basics, or get prior approval from library staff.

Maximum registration is 6 people. Instructor: Darrell Noseworthy. The cost for this program is $15 upon registration. Please visit or call the Library to make payment. The library accepts cash, debit, cheque, Visa and Mastercard. Note: Cancellations must be made 48 hours in advance for a refund.

Contact: Elisa
Phone: 519-599-3681
Email: librarytech@thebluemountains.ca

Monday March 16, 2020

The Blue Mountains Public Library and The Ontario Planetarium will be kicking off March Break with with an amazing  tour of stars, planets, moons, comets, galaxies, meteor showers and the Northern Lights.https://ontarioplanetarium.com/presentations/show-tour-of-the-universe/

We will have a planetarium set up in The Gallery of the L.E. Shore Library! There will be 3 showtimes to choose from 11:00 am, 1:30pm and 2:30pm.

This amazing experience is open to all ages and is also wheelchair accessible.

Tickets are $5.00 per person.

Tickets can be purchased at the L.E. Shore Library as of January 15th,2020.

Join us for an out of this world experience.  

Email: libraryprograms@thebluemountains.ca Website: http://www.thebluemountainslibrary.ca

Tuesday March 17, 2020

Time: 11:00am - 12:00pm

Location: L.E.Shore Library.

Join us at the Library Tuesday March 17th at 11:00am. We will be creating beautiful illuminating constellation jars. Come in and make the night sky into a holdable form.

Ages 8 and up. Free Event. Registration required

Website: http://www.thebluemountainslibrary.ca

Wednesday March 18, 2020

Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm

Location: L.E. Shore Library - 173 Bruce St South, Thornbury.

Learn about taking photos and using the Photos App to review, edit and organize images. To take this class, you must have taken iPad Basics or be approved by library staff.

Maximum registration is 6 people. Instructor: Darrell Noseworthy. The cost for this program is $15 upon registration. Please visit or call the Library to make payment. The library accepts cash, debit, cheque, Visa and Mastercard. Note: Cancellations must be made 48 hours in advance for a refund.

Contact: Elisa
Phone: 519-599-3681 ext 143
Email: librarytech@thebluemountains.ca

Wednesday March 18, 2020

Time: 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Location: L.E Shore Memorial Library.

Did you know that you can search genealogy your in the library?  Ancestry Library Edition allows you to search billions of records in census data, vital records, directories, photos, and more. Ashley will be running this class. You will be surprised at how much you can do with your library card, our library wifi, and a device! 

1pm-3pm

L.E. Shore Memorial Library

Contact: Ashley
Email: libraytech@thebluemountains.ca Website: https://thebluemountainslibrary.ca

Wednesday March 18, 2020

Time: 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Location: L.E. Shore Library.

Have you ever wondered what a Black Hole is and where they come from?  What does gravity have to do with a Black Hole? If it is black in the dark night sky, how do we find a Black Hole?  We will answer these questions and more in a hands-on activity and discovery session at the L.E. Shore Library with the Royal Astronomical Society of Canada.

Ages 8 and up. Free Event. Pre Registration required

Email: libraryprograms@thebluemountains.ca Website: http://www.thebluemountainslibrary.ca

Wednesday March 18, 2020

Time: 11:00pm - 12:30pm

Location: L.E. Shore Library.

Meet us at the L.E.Shore Library Wednesday, March 18th from 11-12:30 pm, for an oppurtuity to see our closest star through a telescope. The RASC will be here and if the skies are clear they will have a telescope set up to show you sunspots and solar flares on our Sun, and show you how to safely observe the Sun at home.

All ages. Free Event. 

Email: libraryprograms@thebluemountains.ca Website: http://www.thebluemountainslibrary.ca

Thursday March 19, 2020

Time: 11:00am - 12:00pm

Location: L.E. Shore Library.

Meet us at the Library at 11:00 am on Thursday, March 19th. We will be painting our very own Solar System.

No experience necessary, just bring your creativity!

Free Event. Ages 8 and up. Pre Registration required.

Email: libraryprograms@thebluemountains.ca Website: http://www.thebluemountainslibrary.ca

Friday March 20, 2020

Time: 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Location: L.E. Shore Library.

Join us at the L.E.Shore Library Friday, March 20th at 1:30 pm for a super COOL slime workshop. August Banks founder of Cosmic Cat Poo Slime http://www.cosmiccatpoo.com/  will be with us and will be walking you through step by step on how to make the strechiest, slimiest, sparkliest Galaxy Slime. 

$8.00 Per person

Ages 8 and up. Pre registration required.

Email: libraryprograms@thebluemountains.ca Website: http://www.thebluemountainslibrary.ca

Wednesday March 25, 2020

Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm

Location: L.E. Shore Library.

What is iCloud and how can I use it? Learn about backing up and photo sharing with iCloud. For experienced users. To take this class, you must have already taken iPad Basics or obtain prior approval from library staff.

Maximum registration is 6 people. Instructor: Darrell Noseworthy. The cost for this program is $15 upon registration. Please visit or call the Library to make payment. The library accepts cash, debit, cheque, Visa and Mastercard. Note: Cancellations must be made 48 hours in advance for a refund.

Contact: Elisa
Phone: 519-599-3681
Email: librarytech@thebluemountains.ca

Friday March 27, 2020

Time: 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Location: The Gallery at L.E. Shore - 173 Bruce St. S..

A presentation with Investment Advisor, Sharon Wigle, who has over 25 years of experience with personal finance and a passion for increasing the financial literacy of Canadians.

Come and learn the basic tools to help increase your comfort level investing in today's volatile markets. If you have recently been offered a pension, there will be an opportunity to discuss your options following the presentation.

Everyone is welcome to this information session about pensions and investment essentials.

Take control of your finances!  Let Sharon help you get started.  Bring your questions and prepare to learn.

Wednesday April 1, 2020

Time: 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Location: L.E. Shore Library, Thornbury.

Do you use Google Photos but aren't sure what you can do with it? Come out to Wired Wednesdays: Google Photos where Ashley will go through how to use this app. You can create folders for your pictures based on the people in your pictures, or choose the photos your would like to create a folder for. 

1pm-3pm

L.E. Shore Library 

Contact: Ashley
Email: librarytech@thebluemountains.ca Website: https://www.thebluemountainslibrary.ca/

Wednesday April 15, 2020

Time: 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Location: L.E. Shore Library, Thornbury.

Going away but don't want to stay in a hotel? Airbnb offers other options to you when travelling. Ashley will be going through how to search and book with Airbnb. 

1pm-3pm

L.E. Shore Library 

Contact: Ashley
Email: librarytech@thebluemountains.ca Website: https://www.thebluemountainslibrary.ca/

Wednesday April 29, 2020

Time: 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Location: L.E. Shore Library, Thornbury.

Have you heard of the Spotify app but not sure how to use it? Spotify is a music app that allows you to listen to music and make playlists free of charge to listen to over WIFI. There is an option to pay $9.99 a month for commercial free listening and downloads to listen to without an internet connection. Ashley will be talking about this app and how it works. 

1pm-3pm

L.E. Shore Library

Contact: Ashley
Email: librarytech@thebluemountains.ca Website: https://www.thebluemountainslibrary.ca/

Wednesday May 13, 2020

Time: 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Location: L.E. Shore Library, Thornbury.

Pinterest is the ultimate DIY app for crafts and cooking but it offers so much more! You can create an account and save the posts you like to go back to them later. Ashley will walk through creating an account and how Pinterest works. 

1pm-3pm

L.E. Shore Library 

Contact: Ashley
Email: librarytech@thebluemountains.ca Website: https://www.thebluemountainslibrary.ca/