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.

Holistic Nutrition for your Heart - Oct. 21

Come to the Library on Tues, Oct. 21 at 3:00 pm for a Holistic Nutrition seminar on "Must-have Nutrients for the Heart" with Karin Martinelli of Tilia Blossom Wellness

Learn about the foods that can help you stay young at heart!

Off the Shelf - Mon, Oct. 20

"Off the Shelf" is back at the Library on Monday, Oct. 20 (at 7:00 pm), with another evening of literary gems for adult listeners. 

This month, our readings will include a sampling of poetry, and possibly something a bit spooky for your listening pleasure.

Don't miss it!

Holistc Nutrition Talk - CANCELLED - Oct. 14

Due to illness, the Holistic Nutrition Talk scheduled for Tues, Oct. 14 has been cancelled.

Karin Martinelli, RHN, will hold this workshop on "Nutrition for Heart Health" next Tues, Oct. 23 at 3:00 pm

Library Closed Mon, Oct. 13.

The Library will be Closed on Mon, Oct. 13 for Thanksgiving.

The Library will be Open on Sat, Oct. 11.

Elder Abuse seminar - Mon, Oct. 6

New!  Eldercare series!

Elder Abuse - Mon, October 6, 2:30 pm:
Find out how to recognize and prevent this growing problem - with Laurie Bowen (psychotherapist, social worker, addictions counsellor, teacher, & creative arts therapist) from Arts for Life Psychotherapy.

What's happening in October?!

There's lots going on this month at the Library - for adults & kids!
 
Eldercare Seminar Series: 
Join Laurie Bowen (Psychotherapist, Social Worker, Addictions Counsellor, Teacher and Creative Arts Therapist) of Arts for Life Psychotherapy for these free seminars. 

• Elder Abuse (Mon, Oct. 6, 2:30 pm):  Find out how to recognize the signs of Elder Abuse and how to get help.
• Montessori Methods for Alzheimer’s & Dementia (Mon, Oct. 27, 2:30 pm):  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.

Holistic Nutrition Series (Tues, Oct 14 & 21, 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 ‘Heart Health’ (must-have nutrients to help you stay young at heart) and ‘Brain Health’ (foods that boost mood, memory, and reduce stress to keep our brains active & alert at any age).

Off the Shelf! (Mon., Oct. 20, 7:00 pm):  
Join us for an enjoyable evening of literary gems for adult listeners.  This month will include poetry readings.  There will be an “open mic” portion where audience members can share their favourites.  If you have a poem you’d like to read, contact the Library.

Genealogy Workshop (Sat, Oct. 25, 10:30 am):  
Gloria Beek is back with a workshop exploring online genealogy resources.  Contact the library to register.

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.

Activities for Kids!
Brenda Carter Memorial Art Workshops for Kids (Sat, Oct. 18, 1:00 pm):  
Join Debbie Alexander (of Creative Play & Art Exploration for Children and Adults) for an ‘Autumn Leaves’ watercolour painting workshop for ages 8+.  Space is limited – Registration required.

Halloween Howl (Sat, Oct. 25, 10:30 am):  
Come for a Halloween music & story program featuring stories, music, rhythm instruments, lots of audience participation, and a snack!  Fun for ages 9 & under.  Wear your costume or come as you are! 

StoryTime (Fridays, 10(ish)):
Join us for seasonal stories, songs & a simple craft for preschoolers & toddlers.

LEGO Club (Saturdays, 10 - 12 noon):  
Drop-in.  Building fun for ages 4 and up.  Cancelled Oct. 25 for our Halloween Howl.

Contact the library (or 613-269-3326) to register for our programs or for more info.