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Programs Coming Up

2025
May
15
Thu

  • Fact Checkers

    Adult Programs
    Online Program  
    7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
    Feeling information overload? Navigate the mis/disinformation minefield with the help of subject matter experts and empower your critical thinking skills! Register on Eventbrite.
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Ongoing Programs

  • Aging Well Club

    Adult Programs
    Civic Centre Resource Library   Contact
    May 5, 2025 to June 23, 2025,
    Mondays 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 topics. Please register on Eventbrite for priority. Drop-ins are welcome if space allows.
 

  • Cercle de discussion / French Meetup for Adults

    Adult Programs
    Online Program  
    May 7, 2025 to June 25, 2025,
    Wednesdays 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
    Venez pratiquer votre français en bonne compagnie! Grâce à ce programme, vous apprendrez du français intéressant en plus de pratiquer avec les autres participants. Inscrivez-vous sur Eventbrite.

    Practice your French in good company! Through this program, you will learn useful and exciting French as well as practice with other learners. Register on Eventbrite.

 

  • English Conversation Circle

    Adult Programs
    VMC Library   Contact
    May 6, 2025 to June 24, 2025,
    Tuesdays 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM
    Newcomers and ESL learners can meet to practice their English in an informal environment with adult volunteers. In partnership with CCSYR through Library Settlement Partnerships (LSP) in York Region. For registration and information, please contact cel@ccsyr.org.
 
 

  • Let’s Play Puzzles

    Adult Programs
    Pleasant Ridge Library   Contact
    May 3, 2025 to May 24, 2025,
    Saturdays 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM
    People playing puzzles not only enjoy fun, but also enjoy benefits such as reducing stress, increasing IQ, improving speed, enhancing mood, improving visual, spatial, and logic reasoning, and delaying dementia.
 

  • Tech Tutor 1-on-1

    Adult Programs
    Pierre Berton Resource Library   Contact
    May 1, 2025 to June 26, 2025,
    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.
  • Civic Centre Resource Library   Contact
    May 1, 2025 to June 30, 2025,
    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.
  • Pleasant Ridge Library   Contact
    May 1, 2025 to June 30, 2025
    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.
 


Programs Coming Up

2025
May
20
Tue

  • Virtual ESL Café

    Adult Programs
    Online Program  
    1:30 PM to 3:00 PM
    Newcomers and ESL learners can practice their English in an informal online environment with adult volunteers. Sessions are hosted live on Zoom. In partnership with CCSYR through Library Settlement Partnerships (LSP) in York Region. For registration and information, please contact LSP@ccsyr.org.
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  • Trash Walk

    Adult Programs
    Pierre Berton Resource Library   Contact
    2:00 PM to 3:00 PM
    Grab a friend, put on your gloves, and join our community effort to reduce litter and promote a cleaner, greener community. Let's make a positive impact together!
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  • Writers' Room

    Adult Programs
    Civic Centre Resource Library   Contact
    7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
    Work with other aspiring writers to explore the elements of writing. Perfect for discussion and feedback. Join in person or on Zoom. Register on Eventbrite.
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2025
May
21
Wed

  • Mystery Book Club

    Adult Programs
    Mackenzie Health Vaughan Library   Contact
    7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
    Have a passion for books that hook you in from the first line? Join us to discuss a new mystery novel each month in person or online! Register on Eventbrite.
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2025
May
22
Thu

  • Aging Well Club

    Adult Programs
    Father E. Bulfon Community Centre   Contact
    2:00 PM to 3:30 PM
    A series for adventurous older adults to learn and interact with others, featuring different themes and guests. See the website for topics. Please register on Eventbrite for priority. Drop-ins are welcome if space allows.
    Link Back to the Top

  • Let’s Play Puzzles

    Adult Programs
    Pierre Berton Resource Library   Contact
    2:00 PM to 3:00 PM
    People playing puzzles not only enjoy fun, but also enjoy benefits such as reducing stress, increasing IQ, improving speed, enhancing mood, improving visual, spatial, and logic reasoning, and delaying dementia.
    Link Back to the Top
2025
May
24
Sat

  • EDM Crash Course

    Adult Programs
    Bathurst Clark Resource Library   Contact
    2:00 PM to 3:30 PM
    Discover the world of electronic dance music and learn to make your own track from scratch. No experience required. Register on Eventbrite.
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2025
May
25
Sun

  • Visit the Therapy Dogs

    Adult Programs
    Maple Library   Contact
    2:00 PM to 3:00 PM
    Take a break and visit with the therapy dogs, in partnership with St. John Ambulance.
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2025
May
26
Mon

  • English Conversation Circle

    Adult Programs
    Maple Library   Contact
    6:00 PM to 7:30 PM
    Newcomers and ESL learners can meet to practice their English in an informal environment with adult volunteers. In partnership with CCSYR through Library Settlement Partnerships (LSP) in York Region. For registration and information, please contact cel@ccsyr.org.
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2025
May
27
Tue

  • Creative Age: Drum & Percussion Circle

    Adult Programs
    Civic Centre Resource Library   Contact
    2:00 PM to 3:00 PM
    Experience the fun and community of a drum & percussion circle. No experience needed! Materials provided or bring your own. Aimed at older adults but all adults welcome! Register on Eventbrite or by calling 905-653-7323.
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See also:

How to use Zoom

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How to register for a program on Eventbrite

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