Holiday Hours!

 The library will be CLOSED  

• Dec. 24 – 26
  
• Dec. 30 - Jan. 1

The library will be OPEN 

• Sat, Dec. 27 (10am-4pm)  
• Mon, Dec. 29 (2-5 pm only). 

Happy Holidays

Christmas "Off the Shelf" - Mon, Dec. 15

Off the Shelf (Mon., Dec. 15, 7:00 pm):

Join us for a holiday Off the Shelf with special guests The Giocoso Strings and their classic Christmas music.  

 The evening will include seasonal poetry and our hilarious & chaotic literary panel game "Please continue....".  

Light refreshments available.   

Mac Computer Workshop - Sat, Dec. 13

Mac Computer Workshop (Sat. Dec. 13, 10:30 am):   

Join our Mac user group with Bob Gray for tips on mastering your Mac.

How to Have a Healthy Holistic Holiday - Dec. 10

Healthy Holidays: a Holistic Approach (Wed, Dec. 10, 3:00 pm):   

Join holistic nutritionist Karin Martinelli (RHN) of Tilia Blossom Wellness for tips and recipes for a healthier, happier holiday season.   

Christmas in Merrickville - Stories & Juice Jam at the Library

Christmas in Merrickville (Sat, Dec. 6):   

This year the Library will be a part of the Christmas in Merrickville fun.   
Drop by the Library for Christmas stories (10:00 am - 1:00 pm) and for a festive Juice Jam with Polly Beach at 1:00 pm!

After-School Christmas Crafts - Wednesdays in Dec.

After-School Christmas Crafts (Wednesdays, Dec. 3, 10, & 17 at 3:30(ish)):   

Make some Christmas decorations for home!   
Come to the Library for easy and fun after-school crafts - for both younger and older school-agers.

Book Bundles are back at the Library!

The Friends of the Library are selling Christmas Book Bundles - used read-alike book packs in holiday ribbon - at bargain prices.   

Great for stocking-stuffers, or treat yourself! 

What's Happening at the Library in December

The library has lots of (free) events in December.  Get email updates for events and/or new books (see sidebar on left) - or follow us on Facebook! 

After-School Christmas Crafts (Wednesdays, Dec. 3, 10, & 17 at 3:30(ish):   

Handmade Christmas decorations are the most special.  Come to the Library for after-school crafts - for both younger and older school-agers.

Christmas in Merrickville (Sat, Dec. 6):   

This year the Library will be a part of the Christmas in Merrickville fun.  Drop by the Library for Christmas stories (10:00 am - 1:00 pm) and for a festive Juice Jam with Polly Beach at 1:00 pm!

Healthy Holidays: a Holistic Approach (Wed, Dec. 10, 3:00 pm):   

Join holistic nutritionist Karin Martinelli (RHN) of Tilia Blossom Wellness for tips and recipes for a healthier, happier holiday season.    

Mac Computer Workshop (Sat. Dec. 13, 10:30 am):   

Join our Mac user group with Bob Gray for tips on mastering your Mac.

Off the Shelf (Mon., Dec. 15, 7:00 pm):   

Join us for a holiday Off the Shelf with special guests The Giocoso Strings and their classic Christmas music.  The evening will include seasonal poetry and our hilarious & chaotic literary panel game "Please continue....".  Light refreshments available.    

StoryTime (Fridays, 10(ish))

Bring your toddler or preschooler for Christmas stories, songs and crafts this month.  

StoryTime will be cancelled on Dec. 26.

 

LEGO Club (Saturdays, 10 - 12): 

Building fun for ages 4+

Holiday Hours: 

 The library will be 

• CLOSED Dec. 24 – 26 and Dec. 30 - Jan. 1
• OPEN on Sat, Dec. 27 (10am-4pm) and Mon, Dec. 29 (2-5 pm only).  

Holistic Nutrition: Deciphering Food Labels - Nov. 25

Holistic Nutrition Series (Tues, Nov 25, 3:00 pm): 
Karin Martinelli (RHN) of Tilia Blossom Wellness continues her free holistic nutrition workshop series on ‘The Foundation of Good Health’ with: 

  ‘Understanding Nutritional Labels’ 

Learn how to recognize sugars, additives, & preservatives on nutritional labels and which ones you should avoid.

Beat the Holiday Blues - Mon, Nov. 20 @ 2:30

Beat the Holiday Blues (Mon, Nov. 24, 2:30 pm): 
During the holiday season, many people experience depression or grief due to the loss of loved ones.  Join Laurie Bowen (Arts for Life Psychotherapy) for natural remedies and coping strategies to help you through the holidays.

Art Workshop for Kids - Sat, Nov. 22 @ 1:00

Brenda Carter Memorial Art Workshops for Kids (Sat, Nov. 22, 1:00 pm): 
Join Debbie Alexander (of Creative Play & Art Exploration for Children and Adults) to make custom hand-illustrated Christmas cards.  For ages 8+.  Registration required.

Note: Date was incorrectly listed in "The Phoenix" as Nov. 29.  
         The correct date is Nov. 22.

Electromagnetic Exposure - Thurs, Nov. 20 @ 6:30

Health Impacts: Electromagnetic Exposure (Thurs, Nov. 20, 6:30 pm): 
From plasma TV's to cell phones and wireless gadgets of all kinds - join Dr. Katie Weststrate, ND to explore current research on the health impacts of exposure to electromagnetic fields and microwave radiation.

Holistic Nutrition for Brain Health - Tues, Nov. 18 @ 3:00

Holistic Nutrition Series (Tues, Nov 18, 3:00 pm): 
Karin Martinelli (RHN) of Tilia Blossom Wellness continues her free holistic nutrition workshop series on ‘The Foundation of Good Health’ with:

 ‘Foods for Brain Health’ 

Find out about foods that boost mood, memory, and reduce stress to keep our brains active & alert at any age.

Off the Shelf - Mon, Nov. 17 @ 7:00

Off the Shelf! (Mon., Nov. 17, 7:00 pm):  
 
Last month's evening of literary gems for adult listeners featured an entertaining  Halloween potpourri of readings about decapitation, zombies, and sex with cannibals!  

Who knows what your host Martin Green will have in store for this month?  Don't miss it!

Mac computer workshop - Sat, Nov. 15 @ 10:30

Take Control of Your Mac (Sat. Nov. 15, 10:30 am): 
Is your Mac not as user-friendly as it seemed in the commercial?  Bob Gray (our local Mac guru) can help!   Contact the library to register for this free seminar.

Library open Nov. 11

The Library will be open on Tues, Nov. 11 during our regular hours (10-12 & 2-5).

Elder Abuse seminar - Mon, Nov. 10 at 2:30

Elder Abuse (Mon, Nov. 10, 2:30 pm): 
Join us for a repeat of Laurie Bowen’s (Arts for Life Psychotherapy) seminar on recognizing the signs of Elder Abuse and how to get help.

Library Events in November!

Library Activities in November!
 
The Library has lots of (free) workshops and seminars in November!  
Contact the library (or 613-269-3326) to sign up.

iPad/ iPhone User Group (Sat. Nov. 1, 10:30 am): 
Find out how to do more with your iPad or iPhone with Bob Gray.  New users are welcome.  Don’t forget your iDevice!  Contact the library to register.

Elder Abuse (Mon, Nov. 10, 2:30 pm): 
Join us for a repeat of Laurie Bowen’s (Arts for Life Psychotherapy) seminar on recognizing the signs of Elder Abuse and how to get help.

Take Control of Your Mac (Sat. Nov. 15, 10:30 am): 
Is your Mac not as user-friendly as it seemed in the commercial?  Bob Gray (our local Mac guru) can help!   Contact the library to register for this free seminar.

Off the Shelf! (Mon., Nov. 17, 7:00 pm): 
Last month's evening of literary gems for adult listeners featured an entertaining  Halloween potpourri of readings about decapitation, zombies, and sex with cannibals!  Who knows what your host Martin Green will have in store for this month?  Don't miss it!

Holistic Nutrition Series (Tues, Nov 18 & 25, 3:00 pm): 
Karin Martinelli (RHN) of Tilia Blossom Wellness continues her free holistic nutrition workshop series on ‘The Foundation of Good Health’.  
This month will cover:

•  Nov. 18 - ‘Foods for Brain Health’.  Foods that boost mood, memory, and reduce stress to keep our brains active & alert at any age.
•  Nov. 25 - ‘Understanding Nutritional Labels’.  Learn how to recognize sugars, additives, & preservative and which ones to avoid.

Health Impacts: Electromagnetic Exposure (Thurs, Nov. 20, 6:30 pm): 
From plasma TV's to cell phones and wireless gadgets of all kinds - join Dr. Katie Weststrate, ND to explore current research on the health impacts of exposure to electromagnetic fields and microwave radiation.

Beat the Holiday Blues (Mon, Nov. 24, 2:30 pm): 
During the holiday season, many people experience depression or grief due to the loss of loved ones.  Join Laurie Bowen (Arts for Life Psychotherapy) for natural remedies and coping strategies to help you through the holidays.

Activities for Kids!
Brenda Carter Memorial Art Workshops for Kids (Sat, Nov. 22, 1:00 pm): 
Join Debbie Alexander (of Creative Play & Art Exploration for Children and Adults) to make custom hand-illustrated Christmas cards.  For ages 8+.  Registration required.

StoryTime (Fridays, 10(ish)) 
& 
LEGO Club (Saturdays, 10 - 12 noon):  both continue in Nov!

Read to Every Kid is back!: 
The county-wide "Read to Every Kid Every Day" campaign is back for its 6th year!  This year's 10 selected picture books are available at the library.  Share them with your children and have them vote for their favourite.  The program runs until January, and the book with the most votes will be announced on Family Literacy Day.  Reading to children from the earliest age contributes to greater success in school and in life.  The 10 selected titles promote key skills for reading success, as well as being lots of fun.

Montessori for Alzheimer's & Dementia - Oct. 27

Join Laurie Bowen of Arts for Life Psychotherapy on Oct. 27 at 2:30 pm for a free seminar on Montessori Methods for Alzheimer’s & Dementia. 

Find out how the Montessori approach can improve self-esteem, dignity, stop exit-seeking behaviours and decrease the need for anti-anxiety medication!  

For those with Alzheimer's and Dementia and their families and caregivers.

Halloween Howl - Sat, Oct. 25 at 10:30

Put the BOO in books at the Library's Halloween Howl this Saturday - Oct. 25 - at 10:30 am! 

Come for a not-so-scary Halloween story & music program featuring stories, music, rhythm instruments, lots of audience participation, and a snack!  Wear your costume or come as you are! 

Fun for ages 9 & under.  


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

Genealogy Workshop - Sat, Oct. 25

Join Gloria Beek for a workshop exploring Online Genealogy Resources this Saturday morning - Oct. 25 - at 10:30 am at the Library.
 

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