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Some in-branch programs require registration with your library card. Please log in with your library account or follow this link to apply for a card online. You can also apply for a card in person at any of our 33 locations.

  • Sleuth Hounds

    Tuesdays, Oct 08, 2024 - Jun 10, 2025
    6:30pm
    90 minutes

    9 sessions remaining

    Participez à des rencontres sociales pour discuter d’une grande variété de livres sélectionnés par les membres du club de lecture. Cette activité est ouverte à tous. Les personnes inscrites ont la responsabilité d’obtenir un exemplaire du livre à lire ou à écouter.

    Les 2e mardi du mois de septembre à juin, de 18h30 à 20h.

    septembreUn animal sauvage par Joël Dicker

    octobreÉveil à Kitchike par Louis-Karl Picard-Sioui

    novembreLes insolents par Ann Scott

    décembreTreize verbes pour vivre par Marie Laberge

    janvierAmis, chers amis par Bernard Pivot

    févrierQimmik par Michel Jean

    marsLes villes de papier par Dominique Fortier

    avril: La vie heureuse par David Foenkinos

    maiLe livre des sœurs par Amélie Nothomb

    juin: Le violon d'Adrien par Gary Victor

  • Text "Dickinson Reads Book Club" next to several books

    Wednesdays, Oct 09, 2024 - Jun 11, 2025
    10:00am
    60 minutes

    9 sessions remaining

    We meet to enjoy lively good-natured discussions of a wide variety of books selected by our members. All assessments, interpretations, and opinions are valued and respected. Everyone is welcome!​

     

  • Wednesdays, Oct 09, 2024 - Dec 18, 2024
    10:30am
    60 minutes

    11 sessions remaining

    Do you need a casual, friendly environment where you can practice your English-speaking skills?  Look no further than the English Conversation Group!  Receive guidance from our experienced conversation group leaders, meet new people, and gain confidence in your English speaking.

  • Wednesdays, Oct 09, 2024 - Jun 11, 2025
    10:30am
    120 minutes

    9 sessions remaining

    An open house for persons with dementia, their care partners, and families. 

    Fun and stimulating mental activities are planned to enhance the social interactions and the connections that are built within the group. Light snacks and warm drinks are served alongside items that aim to spark conversations and reminiscing.

    Second Wednesday of each month (starts in September 2024). 10:30 am - 12:30 p.m.

    Conversation Themes:

    September: School Days

    October: Tools of the Trade

    November: In the Garden

    December: Leisure Time

  • Wednesdays, Oct 09, 2024 - Dec 18, 2024
    12:00pm
    120 minutes

    11 sessions remaining

    Bring your knitting or crochet and meet fellow enthusiasts at the Sunnyside branch.  Knitters of all abilities are welcome.

    Apportez votre tricot ou votre crochet et rencontrez d'autres passionnés à la succursale Sunnyside.  Les tricoteurs de tous niveaux sont les bienvenus.

  • Wednesdays, Oct 09, 2024 - Dec 18, 2024
    2:00pm
    60 minutes

    11 sessions remaining

    Looking for a way to relax and meet other people? Stop in for a casual weekly gathering at the library.

    Chess, cards, puzzles, colouring, and board games will be available.

    All supplies are provided.

  • Happy laptop image

    Wednesdays, Oct 09, 2024 - Dec 18, 2024
    2:30pm
    60 minutes

    11 sessions remaining

    Need help with technology?  Bring your device or borrow a Chromebook for in-branch use.  A member of our team will help with questions related to the device (e.g. phone, tablet or laptop) or software, as well as demonstrate how to use library resources such as Libby (ebooks and audiobooks) and Hoopla (music, video, graphic novels). 

    Sorry, we cannot help with questions regarding device repairs, online banking or shopping.  Any questions which cannot be answered in 15 minutes will require a Library 1:1 of 30 minutes to 1 hour. 

    Vous avez besoin de l’aide avec la technologie ?  Apportez votre appareil ou empruntez un Chromebook pour utiliser en succursale.  Un membre de notre équipe pourra vous aider avec l’utilisation de l’appareil (par ex. un téléphone mobile, une tablette, un ordinateur portatif) ou des logiciels, ainsi que démontrer l’usage des ressources de la bibliothèque tels que Cantook (les livres numériques et audio) et Hoopla (la vidéo, la musique et les bandes dessinées). 

    Nous ne pouvons pas répondre aux questions à propos de la réparation, du commerce en ligne, de la banque en ligne, etc.  Toutes questions qui ne peuvent pas être répondus en 15 minutes nécessiterons un Biblio tête-à-tête de 30 minutes à une heure. 

  • Wednesdays, Oct 09, 2024 - Jun 11, 2025
    3:00pm
    60 minutes

    9 sessions remaining

    Share the enjoyment of good books in a relaxed atmosphere in person, in the afternoon.  This group meets every second Wednesday of the month (September to June). Selections as follows:

    • September: The Other Einstein, Marie Benedict
    • October: From the Ashes, Jessie Thistle
    • November: Snow Road Station, Elizabeth Hay
    • December: The Maid, Nita Prose
    • January: Paradise, Abdulrazek Gurnah
    • February: The Marriage Portrait, Maggie O'Farrell
    • March: The Sleeping Car Porter, Suzette Mayr
    • April: Family Family, Laurie Frankel
    • May: Fresh Water for Flowers, Valerie Perrin
    • June: Family Album, Penelope Lively
  • Web banner for hobbies and crafts

    Wednesday Oct 09, 2024 at 3:00pm
    60 minutes

    Create art in good company. 

    This series is perfect for aspiring artists, crafters who are in a rut, and anyone who suspects that a creative habit would be good for their soul. 

    We will explore our creativity using art prompts from Creativebug.

    All supplies will be provided.

    Create art in good company. 

    This series is perfect for aspiring artists, crafters who are in a rut, and anyone who suspects that a creative habit would be good for their soul. 

    We will explore our creativity using art prompts from Creativebug.

    All supplies will be provided.

  • Wednesday Oct 09, 2024 at 6:00pm
    150 minutes

    MARVEL MOVIE MADNESS

    Join us for a free screening of “The Amazing Spider-Man 2 ” at the Blackburn Hamlet Branch. The film was directed by Marc Webb and released in 2014.

    Note: The film is intended for a mature audience (PG-13). 142 minutes. In English.

    When New York is put under siege by Oscorp, it is up to Spider-Man to save the city he swore to protect as well as his loved ones.