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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.

  • Wednesdays, Sep 18, 2024 - Dec 18, 2024
    10:00am
    60 minutes

    11 sessions remaining

    Join us for conversation and laughter as you ​connect with each other in a relaxed atmosphere.​

    Drop-in.​

    Wesnesdays* 10 am- 11 am

    *September 11th, October 9th, November 13th and December 11th, seniors are welcome to participate in the Dickinson Reads Book Club. ​

  • Thursdays, Sep 19, 2024 - Dec 19, 2024
    10:30am
    60 minutes

    4 sessions remaining

    Do you mind?!

    Join us for for a FREE brain workout!​

    - Wordle​

    - Memory Training Games​

    - Mind Bending Word Puzzles​

    Thursdays at 10:30-11:30am  ​

    September 19​

    October 24​

    November 21​

    December 19​

  • Two hands joined around a cup of coffee

    Monday Sep 23, 2024 at 10:00am
    90 minutes

    The Caregivers Death Café is for anyone who is currently, or who has ever been, in a caregiving role. Providing care to someone who sick or facing death can often greatly impact the caregiver’s relationship with their own mortality. This death café gives caregivers the chance to openly talk about their feelings, thoughts, and experiences around dying, death, grief, and loss.

    Home Hospice Facilitators: Daniel Gilbeau and Marlene Marrow

  • Picture of a playing card and coffee cup

    Monday Sep 23, 2024 at 12:00pm
    90 minutes

    Join us for coffee, cards and conversation in a casual setting.  All are welcome, drop in.

    In partnership with the NROCRC.

  • Wednesdays, Sep 25, 2024 - Nov 27, 2024
    11:30am
    90 minutes

    3 sessions remaining

    The Canadian Bankers Association is hosting 3 seminars for seniors.  Learn about cash flow, fraud prevention and avoiding financial abuse. ​

    Drop-in.​

    Cash Management​

    Wednesday, September 25th, 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM​

    Financial Abuse​

    Wednesday, October 30th ,11:30 AM to 12:30 PM​

    Fraud Prevention​

    Wednesday, November 27th, 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM​

  • Thursdays, Sep 26, 2024 - Nov 28, 2024
    10:30am
    60 minutes

    3 sessions remaining

    Blackburn Hamlet - Social Hour

    Happening on the last Thursday of the month at 10:30 am. Join your neighbors and have a chat over a cup of coffee, we have puzzles, board games and crossword puzzles. Bring your own mug!

    • September 26, 2024
    • October 31, 2024
    • November 28. 2024

    Heure Sociale - Blackburn Hamlet 

    Se tient le dernier jeudi du mois à 10 h 30. Venez rencontrer et discuter avec vos voisins, nous avons du café  des casse-têtes, des jeux de société ainsi que des mots croisés. Apportez votre propre tasse!

    • 26 septembre 2024
    • 31 octobre 2024
    • 28 novembre 2024
  • memory cafe

    Thursdays, Sep 26, 2024 - Dec 19, 2024
    1:00pm
    120 minutes

    4 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 connections built within the group. Light snacks and warm drinks are served alongside items that aim to spark conversations and reminiscing. 

    Conversation themes

    • September 26: An Apple a Day
    • October 31: Wildlife
    • November 28: Music of My Life
    • December 19: Crazy for Cats
  • Thursdays, Sep 26, 2024 - Dec 19, 2024
    2:00pm
    120 minutes

    4 sessions remaining

    Join us at the library for a delightful afternoon of camaraderie and creativity at our Senior Social Program. This program offers a welcoming environment where seniors can engage in board games, playing cards, and crafts, fostering both fun and friendship.

    This program will take place on the last Thursday of each month. 

  • A brown and white image with the words Memory Café written on it. There is a picture of a coffee cup in the bottom left corner.

    Wednesdays, Oct 02, 2024 - Jun 25, 2025
    1:30pm
    120 minutes

    10 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.

    October 2: Planes, Trains and Automobiles

    October 23: Oh Canada!

    November 27: Try Your Luck

    December 18: The Heart of the Home: The Kitchen

  • Thursdays, Oct 03, 2024 - Dec 05, 2024
    1:00pm
    120 minutes

    3 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.

    First Thursday of each month from 1-3pm.

    September 5th - Working 9 to 5

    October 3rd - The 1950's

    November 7th - Country Life

    December 5th - Childhood Games