What's happening at the library in June?

This month, the Library is hosting a Juice Jam music program for kids, in addition to our regular children's programs - plus, some great programs for adults!

Adult Programs:  

Wellness Talk: "Food Matters" (Wed. June 12, 6:30 pm): 
"With nutritionally-depleted foods, chemical additives and our tendency to rely upon pharmaceutical drugs to treat what's wrong with our malnourished bodies, it's no wonder that modern society is getting sicker." 
This is the premise of the renowned documentary "Food Matters".  Join Naturopathic Doctor Katie Weststrate at this month's Health & Wellness Talk, for a screening and discussion of this film about the global 'sickness industry' and choices you can make to improve your health.

Off the Shelf! (Mon. June 17, 7:00 pm): 

Join us for a special evening of Theatre Night in Merrickville's Off the Shelf.  This will be an "Open Mic Night" where any member of the community is welcome to experience their 5-10 minutes of fame!  Don't be shy!  Take your turn in the ultra-comfy "Reader's Chair" and share a favourite short reading, poem, monologue/dialogue, or other literary gem!  Contact Martin Green (613-269-3886) or the library if you are interested in being a reader. 

As always, light refreshments will be available.  This is Off the Shelf's season finale (don't worry, it will be back in Sept.), so don't miss it!

Wills and Power of Attorney Info Seminar (Thurs., June 20, 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. 

Children's Programs:

Juice Jam (Sat. June 8, 10:30 am):

Polly Beach is back with another Juice Jam music program  - with singing, rhythm instruments, lots of audience participation, and juice! - for ages 8 and under.

LEGO Club: 

LEGO Club continues on Saturdays at 1:00 pm in June.  Come for a brick-filled hour of building fun for ages 5 - 12.

StoryTime: 

Join us Fridays at 10(ish) for stories, songs & rhymes and a craft.  The 1st Friday of the month is extra toddler-friendly.  New StoryTimers are always welcome.

Summer Reading Club Coming Soon!: 

Calling all kids to our “Go!” Summer Reading Club for ages 5 -12 (sponsored by the TD Financial Group)!   This summer-long reading program can be done independently, or kids can join us for weekly crafts & activities.  Summer reading programs help prevent “learning loss” and improve reading performance - plus, they're lots of fun.  The TD Summer Reading Club starts in July.