Upcoming Programs & Events @ your Library

Find out about Programs and other Special Events at Merrickville Library!

To Register for programs or events, Call 613-269-3326
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Thursday, March 28, 2013

Online Catalogue has a new look!

Check out the new look of our library catalogue!  

It's now faster and has links to our New Book blogs and to Novelist.


Saturday, March 23, 2013

Wellness for Women Health Talk - Mar. 28

Join us for this month's Wellness Talk on Thursday, March 28 at 2:00 pm!

This month, Naturopathic Doctor Katie Weststrate will be focusing on Wellness for Women.   Come for health and nutrition tips for women of all ages, stages, shapes and sizes!

Contact the Library (or call 613-269-3326) to register for this free talk.

Wednesday, March 20, 2013

Income Tax Basics - Sat., Mar. 23

Confused about filing your taxes?  Come to a free Income Tax Basics information seminar on Sat. Mar. 23 at 10:30 am at the library.

This one hour seminar with John Harris, CMC, will cover the basics of income and deductions.  For all ages.

Contact the library (or call 613-269-3326) to register.

Tuesday, March 19, 2013

CANCELLED - Wills & Power of Attorney Seminar

The seminar this afternoon on Wills & Power of Attorney has been cancelled. 

Sorry for the inconvenience.  We hope to reschedule this seminar in the near future.

Saturday, March 16, 2013

Wills & Power of Attorney Seminar - Mar. 19

Come to the library for...

Info Seminar on Wills and Power of Attorney on Tues. Mar. 19 at 2:00 pm.

Wills and power of attorney are something we all need, but many of us put off thinking about.  Join Leonard Max (from Max Law) for an informative seminar on these important subjects.  

Wednesday, March 13, 2013

Off the Shelf - Mon. Mar. 18

It’s that time again everyone!

Off the Shelf is back for another entertaining evening of stories & literary tidbits (and refreshments!) on Monday, March 18 at 7:00 pm at the library.

Last month was full of surprises with Larry Thompson sharing some poetry, and a comic reading by Omar Simonyi & Mary Kate, the librarian!

Martin is still finalizing this month’s readers, but assures me that they’re going to be great.  Don’t miss it!

Thursday, March 7, 2013

Take a (March) Break at the Library!

Come to the Merrickville Public Library for great March Break activities!

LEGO Club:  LEGO Club continues on Saturdays at 1:00 pm in March.  Come build with us on Mar. 9 and your creation will be on display for March Break!  Ages 5 - 12.

Play Around! (Tues, Mar. 12, 1:30 pm):  Join us as we build - and play - a mini-golf course in the library!  Learn about other games you can make!  Fun for kids aged 5-12.

Learn to Knit! (Tues. Mar. 12, 1:30-3:00 pm):  The Knitting Club is offering beginning instruction and help to aspiring knitters - kids and adults (needles & wool available).

Brenda Carter Memorial Art Workshop for Kids (Thurs., Mar. 14 at 1:30 pm):  Join Debbie Alexander to create a fabric art collage (no sewing).  Ages 6 - 16. 

Juice Jam (Sat., Mar.16, 10:30 am):  Join us for an Easter-themed music program with simple songs & rhymes, rhythm instruments, lots of audience participation, and a snack!   Juice Jam is fun for ages 7 & under (& a parent).

Contact the library (or call 613-269-3326) to register for any of these activities or for more info. 

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Friday, March 1, 2013

March Activities for Kids & Adults!

March Activities @ your Library: 
The library has lots of programs this month for kids and adults!
 
Contact the library (613-269-3326 or by e-mail) to register or for more info.  Follow us on Facebook find out what's coming up!

Children's Programs:

Take a (March) Break at the Library:  
Please contact the library to register for our March Break activities.

LEGO Club: 
LEGO Club continues on Saturdays at 1:00 pm in March.  Come build with us on Mar. 9 and your creation will be on display for March Break!  Ages 5 - 12.

Play Around! (Tues, Mar. 12, 1:30 pm): 
Join us as we build - and play - a mini-golf course in the library!  Learn about other games you can make!  Fun for kids aged 5-12.

Learn to Knit! (Tues. Mar. 12, 1:30-3:00 pm): 
The Knitting Club is offering beginning instruction and help to aspiring knitters - kids or adults (needles & wool available).

Brenda Carter Memorial Art Workshop for Kids (Thurs., Mar. 14 at 1:30 pm): 
Join Debbie Alexander to create a Fabric Art Collage (no sewing).  Ages 6 - 16. 

Juice Jam (Sat., Mar.16, 10:30 am):  
Join us for an Easter-themed music program with simple songs & rhymes, rhythm instruments, lots of audience participation, and a snack!   Juice Jam is fun for ages 7 & under (& a parent).

StoryTime: 
Join us Fridays at 10(ish) for stories, songs & rhymes and a simple craft.  The 1st Friday of the month is extra toddler-friendly.  New StoryTimers are always welcome.  StoryTime will be cancelled Mar. 29 for Good Friday.

Museum Passes:
A museum visit is a great March Break family activity!  The library lends free family passes to several Ottawa museums.  Contact the library for more information.

Adult Programs:

Off the Shelf! (Mon., Mar. 18, 7:00 pm): 
Theatre Night in Merrickville's Off the Shelf with short stories and other literary tidbits for adult listeners continues to delight audiences.  Don't miss this month's readings!  Light refreshments available. There is no charge, but donations are appreciated. 

Wills and Power of Attorney Info Seminar (Tues. Mar. 19, 2:00 pm):
Wills and power of attorney are something we all need, but many of us put off thinking about.  Join Leonard Max (from Max Law) for an informative seminar on these important subjects.  

Income Tax Basics (Sat. Mar. 23, 10:30 am): 
Confused about filing your taxes?  This one hour seminar with John Harris, CMC, will cover the basics of income and deductions.  For all ages.

Wellness Talk: Wellness for Women (Thurs. Mar. 28, 2:00 pm): 
In honour of International Women's Day, we are focusing on women's health at this month's Health & Wellness Talk with Naturopathic Doctor Katie Weststrate.  Join us for health and nutrition tips for women of all ages, stages, shapes and sizes!