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Programs Coming Up

2024
Nov
20
Wed

  • Coffee Connections

    Adult Programs
    Al Palladini Community Centre   Contact
    9:30 AM to 11:30 AM
    This City of Vaughan Parks and Recreation Department program offers older adults a chance to learn, socialize, and enjoy light refreshments. Please register on PerfectMind. A few spots are available as walk-ins. Funded by the Ontario Seniors Community Grant.
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  • Creative Age: Polaroid Project

    Adult Programs
    Pierre Berton Resource Library   Contact
    2:00 PM to 3:00 PM
    Learn the art of the Polaroid Emulsion Lift technique and create one-of-a-kind headshots that tell your story. This program is aimed at older adults, but all adults are welcome. Register on Eventbrite or by calling 905-653-7323.
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  • Hebrew Storytime / שעת סיפור בעברית

    Pre-school Programs
    Bathurst Clark Resource Library   Contact
    5:30 PM to 6:00 PM
    Join us for stories, songs, and fingerplays in Hebrew and English. In partnership with the UJA Federation of Greater Toronto.

    .הצטרפו אלינו לסיפורים שירים, ומשחקי אצבּע בעברית ובאנגלית .בשיתוף עם הפדרציה היהודית המאוחדת של טורונטו רבתי

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  • Kitchen Traditions Series

    Culinary Literacy
    VMC Library   Contact
    6:15 PM to 7:45 PM
    Let's share kitchen traditions and stories! Learn from older adults in our community and make dishes that reflect our diversity, from one generation to the next. Register on Eventbrite.
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  • Make & Take: Hot Beverage Mugs

    Make It! Create It! Learn It!
    Bathurst Clark Resource Library   Contact
    6:30 PM to 8:00 PM
    Do you love warm cocoa? What better way to drink it than from a personalized mug made with our Cricut mug press? Registration is $5 on Eventbrite. For adults.
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  • Vibe & Create

    Teen Programs
    Vellore Village Library   Contact
    6:30 PM to 8:00 PM
    Unlock your creative potential through art, writing, and mindfulness! Boost confidence, make friends, and empower your mind in this four-part series. Recommended for teens and young adults. Register on Eventbrite.
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  • STEAM Club

    Make It! Create It! Learn It!
    VMC Library   Contact
    7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
    Drop in and have fun exploring new STEAM topics with guided, hands-on activities about Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math. For grades 3-8.
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  • Succeeding in French Immersion

    Adult Programs
    Civic Centre Resource Library   Contact
    7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
    Join a French as a Second Language Consultant to find out how you can ensure that your child succeeds in the French Immersion program. Register on Eventbrite.
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  • Little Kitchen Time

    Pre-school Programs
    VMC Library   Contact
    November 7, 2024 to December 19, 2024,
    Thursdays 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM
    Enjoy food- and cooking-themed stories and songs in our play kitchen! Test your culinary skills - counting, measuring, recognizing ingredients - at food-inspired activity stations. For preschoolers - SK.
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  • Robotics Club

    Make It! Create It! Learn It!
    Dufferin Clark Library   Contact
    November 7, 2024 to November 28, 2024,
    Thursdays 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM
    Calling all young innovators in grades 4-8! Dive into the exciting world of robotics featuring Vex robots in this four-week program. Build, pilot, code, and compete with friends. Register on Eventbrite.
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Ongoing Programs

 

  • Baby Adventures Storytime

    Pre-school Programs
    Civic Centre Resource Library   Contact
    November 6, 2024 to December 18, 2024,
    Wednesdays 2:00 PM to 2:45 PM
    Join us for lively songs, bounces, rhymes, and plenty of baby time fun. This program is designed for babies from birth to crawling.
  • VMC Library   Contact
    November 1, 2024 to December 31, 2024,
    Wednesdays 10:00 AM to 10:45 AM
    Join us for lively songs, bounces, rhymes, and plenty of baby time fun. This program is designed for babies from birth to crawling.
  • Ansley Grove Library   Contact
    November 1, 2024 to December 31, 2024,
    Mondays 10:00 AM to 10:45 AM
    Join us for lively songs, bounces, rhymes, and plenty of baby time fun. This program is designed for babies from birth to crawling.
  • Bathurst Clark Resource Library   Contact
    November 1, 2024 to December 31, 2024,
    Tuesdays 10:00 AM to 10:45 AM
    Join us for lively songs, bounces, rhymes, and plenty of baby time fun. This program is designed for babies from birth to crawling.
  • Dufferin Clark Library   Contact
    November 1, 2024 to December 31, 2024,
    Thursdays 2:00 PM to 2:45 PM
    Join us for lively songs, bounces, rhymes, and plenty of baby time fun. This program is designed for babies from birth to crawling.
  • Maple Library   Contact
    November 1, 2024 to December 31, 2024,
    Thursdays 10:00 AM to 10:45 AM
    Join us for lively songs, bounces, rhymes, and plenty of baby time fun. This program is designed for babies from birth to crawling.
  • Pierre Berton Resource Library   Contact
    November 1, 2024 to December 31, 2024,
    Tuesdays 10:00 AM to 10:45 AM
    Join us for lively songs, bounces, rhymes, and plenty of baby time fun. This program is designed for babies from birth to crawling.
  • Pleasant Ridge Library   Contact
    November 1, 2024 to December 31, 2024,
    Mondays 10:00 AM to 10:45 AM
    Join us for lively songs, bounces, rhymes, and plenty of baby time fun. This program is designed for babies from birth to crawling.
  • Vellore Village Library   Contact
    November 1, 2024 to December 31, 2024,
    Tuesdays 10:00 AM to 10:45 AM
    Join us for lively songs, bounces, rhymes, and plenty of baby time fun. This program is designed for babies from birth to crawling.
 

  • Chess Club

    For Children & Families
    Dufferin Clark Library   Contact
    November 5, 2024 to December 17, 2024,
    Tuesdays 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM
    Drop in and test your strategies, learn some new skills, or battle it out with our talented volunteers. Beginners and pros are welcome!
  • Maple Library   Contact
    November 1, 2024 to December 31, 2024,
    Thursdays 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM
    Drop in and test your strategies, learn some new skills, or battle it out with our talented volunteers. Beginners and pros are welcome!
  • Vellore Village Library   Contact
    November 1, 2024 to December 31, 2024,
    Saturdays 1:00 PM to 2:30 PM
    Drop in and test your strategies, learn some new skills, or battle it out with our talented volunteers. Beginners and pros are welcome!
 
 
 
 

  • D&D Club

    Teen Programs
    Pleasant Ridge Library   Contact
    November 5, 2024 to December 10, 2024,
    Tuesdays 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
    Game on! Join in on the action and adventure as we campaign our way through the world of Dungeons and Dragons. No previous gaming experience required. For grades 6-12. Register on Eventbrite.
 

  • Fun With French / Plaisir de lire

    Children's Programs
    Civic Centre Resource Library   Contact
    November 6, 2024 to December 11, 2024,
    Wednesdays 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
    Parlez-vous français? Join us for activities and reading practice, led by French-speaking volunteers from our community. For grades 2-6.

    Rejoignez-nous pour des activités et de la lecture, animées par des bénévoles francophones de notre communauté. Pour les enfants de la 2e à la 6e année.

  • Bathurst Clark Resource Library   Contact
    November 1, 2024 to December 31, 2024,
    Thursdays 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
    Parlez-vous français? Join us for activities and reading practice, led by French-speaking volunteers from our community. For grades 2-6.

    Rejoignez-nous pour des activités et de la lecture, animées par des bénévoles francophones de notre communauté. Pour les enfants de la 2e à la 6e année.

  • Pierre Berton Resource Library   Contact
    November 1, 2024 to December 31, 2024,
    Mondays 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
    Parlez-vous français? Join us for activities and reading practice, led by French-speaking volunteers from our community. For grades 2-6.

    Rejoignez-nous pour des activités et de la lecture, animées par des bénévoles francophones de notre communauté. Pour les enfants de la 2e à la 6e année.

 
 

  • Little Explorers Storytime

    Pre-school Programs
    Maple Library   Contact
    November 6, 2024 to December 18, 2024,
    Wednesdays 10:00 AM to 10:45 AM
    This program features songs, action rhymes, and early literacy activities designed for toddlers to kindergarten-aged children.
  • Pierre Berton Resource Library   Contact
    November 1, 2024 to December 31, 2024,
    Wednesdays 10:00 AM to 10:45 AM, Saturdays 10:00 AM to 10:45 AM
    This program features songs, action rhymes, and early literacy activities designed for toddlers to kindergarten-aged children.
  • Ansley Grove Library   Contact
    November 1, 2024 to December 31, 2024,
    Thursdays 10:00 AM to 10:45 AM
    This program features songs, action rhymes, and early literacy activities designed for toddlers to kindergarten-aged children.
  • Bathurst Clark Resource Library   Contact
    November 1, 2024 to December 31, 2024,
    Thursdays 10:00 AM to 10:45 AM, Sundays 10:00 AM to 10:45 AM
    This program features songs, action rhymes, and early literacy activities designed for toddlers to kindergarten-aged children.
  • Civic Centre Resource Library   Contact
    November 1, 2024 to December 31, 2024,
    Fridays 10:00 AM to 10:45 AM
    This program features songs, action rhymes, and early literacy activities designed for toddlers to kindergarten-aged children.
  • Dufferin Clark Library   Contact
    November 1, 2024 to December 31, 2024,
    Tuesdays 10:00 AM to 10:45 AM
    This program features songs, action rhymes, and early literacy activities designed for toddlers to kindergarten-aged children.
  • Kleinburg Library   Contact
    November 1, 2024 to December 31, 2024,
    Thursdays 10:00 AM to 10:45 AM
    This program features songs, action rhymes, and early literacy activities designed for toddlers to kindergarten-aged children.
  • Pleasant Ridge Library   Contact
    November 1, 2024 to December 31, 2024,
    Thursdays 10:00 AM to 10:45 AM
    This program features songs, action rhymes, and early literacy activities designed for toddlers to kindergarten-aged children.
  • Vellore Village Library   Contact
    November 1, 2024 to December 31, 2024,
    Thursdays 10:00 AM to 10:45 AM
    This program features songs, action rhymes, and early literacy activities designed for toddlers to kindergarten-aged children.
 

  • Little Kitchen Time

    Pre-school Programs
    VMC Library   Contact
    November 7, 2024 to December 19, 2024,
    Thursdays 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM
    Enjoy food- and cooking-themed stories and songs in our play kitchen! Test your culinary skills - counting, measuring, recognizing ingredients - at food-inspired activity stations. For preschoolers - SK.
 

  • Musical Babies

    Pre-school Programs
    Kleinburg Library   Contact
    November 13, 2024 to December 18, 2024,
    Wednesdays 1:30 PM to 3:00 PM
    An hour-long drop-in program that incorporates musical learning with songs, rhymes, and more. Offered in partnership with EarlyON Centre. For ages 0 to 12 months.
 

  • Reading Buddies

    Children's Programs
    Pleasant Ridge Library   Contact
    October 2, 2024 to December 4, 2024,
    Wednesdays 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM
    Have fun while practicing your reading skills and enjoying literacy activities and games with volunteers. For grades 1-6. Register on Eventbrite.
  • Dufferin Clark Library   Contact
    November 1, 2024 to December 31, 2024,
    Wednesdays 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
    Have fun while practicing your reading skills and enjoying literacy activities and games with volunteers. For grades 1-6. Register on Eventbrite.
  • Maple Library   Contact
    November 1, 2024 to December 31, 2024,
    Tuesdays 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM
    Have fun while practicing your reading skills and enjoying literacy activities and games with volunteers. For grades 1-6. Register on Eventbrite.
  • Pierre Berton Resource Library   Contact
    November 1, 2024 to December 31, 2024,
    Sundays 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM
    Have fun while practicing your reading skills and enjoying literacy activities and games with volunteers. For grades 1-6. Register on Eventbrite.
  • Vellore Village Library   Contact
    November 1, 2024 to December 31, 2024,
    Thursdays 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM
    Have fun while practicing your reading skills and enjoying literacy activities and games with volunteers. For grades 1-6. Register on Eventbrite.
 
 
 

  • Tech Tutor 1-on-1

    Adult Programs
    Civic Centre Resource Library   Contact
    November 6, 2024 to December 18, 2024,
    Wednesdays 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
    Drop in and get hands-on assistance from volunteers for some basic technology questions such as navigating the internet, using your tablet, or sending emails.
  • Dufferin Clark Library   Contact
    November 1, 2024 to December 31, 2024,
    Thursdays 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM
    Drop in and get hands-on assistance from volunteers for some basic technology questions such as navigating the internet, using your tablet, or sending emails.
  • Pierre Berton Resource Library   Contact
    November 1, 2024 to December 31, 2024,
    Thursdays 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM
    Drop in and get hands-on assistance from volunteers for some basic technology questions such as navigating the internet, using your tablet, or sending emails.
  • Pleasant Ridge Library   Contact
    November 1, 2024 to December 31, 2024
    Drop in and get hands-on assistance from volunteers for some basic technology questions such as navigating the internet, using your tablet, or sending emails.
 

  • Toastmasters for Teens

    Teen Programs
    Bathurst Clark Resource Library   Contact
    October 22, 2024 to December 10, 2024,
    Tuesdays 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM
    Nervous about public speaking? Join Toastmasters for Teens and conquer those fears! Develop communication and leadership skills with the guidance of a facilitator. For grades 8-12. Register on Eventbrite.
  • Pierre Berton Resource Library   Contact
    November 1, 2024 to December 31, 2024,
    Tuesdays 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM
    Nervous about public speaking? Join Toastmasters for Teens and conquer those fears! Develop communication and leadership skills with the guidance of a facilitator. For grades 8-12. Register on Eventbrite.
 

  • Zumbini

    Pre-school Programs
    Maple Library   Contact
    November 4, 2024 to December 16, 2024,
    Mondays 1:30 PM to 3:00 PM
    A unique, fun program incorporating music and movement to encourage parent-child bonding while helping to develop early literacy, motor, and social skills. Offered in partnership with EarlyON. See website for registration details.
 


Programs Coming Up

2024
Nov
21
Thu

  • Wisdom Exchange

    Adult Programs
    Pierre Berton Resource Library   Contact
    9:30 AM to 10:30 AM
    Engage with community members who will share their knowledge and experience through a range of fun and interactive sessions. Project made possible by the New Horizons for Seniors Grant. See Eventbrite for full details.
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  • Aging Well Club

    Adult Programs
    Father E. Bulfon Community Centre   Contact
    2:00 PM to 3:00 PM
    A series for adventurous older adults to learn and interact with others, featuring different themes and guests. See the website for monthly topics. Register on Eventbrite.
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  • Diabetes Information

    Health Literacy
    Civic Centre Resource Library   Contact
    2:00 PM to 3:00 PM
    For Diabetes Awareness Month, Vaughan Community Health Centre Diabetes Educators will discuss diabetes prevention, managing your diabetes, and healthy eating. Join in person or on Zoom.
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  • Unwind & Design

    Adult Programs
    VMC Library   Contact
    6:30 PM to 8:00 PM
    Ignite creativity, embrace sustainability, and unwind! Engage in creative activities, express yourself through personalized designs, and enjoy mindful exercises that promote relaxation. Register on Eventbrite.
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  • Kids' French Book Club / Club de lecture

    Children's Programs
    Civic Centre Resource Library   Contact
    7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
    Every month, read something new in French and come join us to share your ideas! Activities and games will follow the discussion. For grades 2-6. Register on Eventbrite.

    À chaque mois, lis quelque chose de nouveau en français et viens nous en parler. Activités et jeux après la discussion! Pour les enfants de la 2e à la 6e année. Inscription sur Eventbrite.

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  • STEAM Club

    Make It! Create It! Learn It!
    Pleasant Ridge Library   Contact
    7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
    Drop in and have fun exploring new STEAM topics with guided, hands-on activities about Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math. For grades 3-8.
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2024
Nov
22
Fri

  • Magie et Mystère!

    P.A. Day
    Ansley Grove Library   Contact
    10:00 AM to 4:00 PM
    Êtes-vous fasciné par la magie et les mystères? Rejoignez-nous pour une journée remplie d’imagination, de création, magie, et de résolution d'énigmes captivantes.
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  • Magie et Mystère!

    P.A. Day
    Bathurst Clark Resource Library   Contact
    10:00 AM to 4:00 PM
    Êtes-vous fasciné par la magie et les mystères? Rejoignez-nous pour une journée remplie d’imagination, de création, magie, et de résolution d'énigmes captivantes.
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  • Magie et Mystère!

    P.A. Day
    Civic Centre Resource Library   Contact
    10:00 AM to 4:00 PM
    Êtes-vous fasciné par la magie et les mystères? Rejoignez-nous pour une journée remplie d’imagination, de création, magie, et de résolution d'énigmes captivantes.
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  • Magie et Mystère!

    P.A. Day
    Dufferin Clark Library   Contact
    10:00 AM to 4:00 PM
    Êtes-vous fasciné par la magie et les mystères? Rejoignez-nous pour une journée remplie d’imagination, de création, magie, et de résolution d'énigmes captivantes.
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How to use Zoom

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How to register for a program on Eventbrite

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