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March Break @ the Library Friday, March 10th to Sunday, March 19th Looking for something fun to do this March Break? Come to the Library and enjoy one of our free programs! Check the "Child & Family" section below for full details. |
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CBC Corner Giveaway! Wednesday, March 1st to Wednesday, March 8th Follow us on Facebook and Instagram to enter our CBC Corner giveaway from March 1st-8th.Enter for your chance to win some awesome CBC swag by commenting on the post to tell us if you've tried the new CBC Corner Database. This giveaway ends at 10:00 AM EST on Wednesday, March 8th, 2023. The winner will be announced on Facebook and Instagram and drawn at random. The winner must be able to pick up the gift. |
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March Break Giveaway! Monday, March 13th to Monday, March 20th Winning only takes 2 steps! 1. Let us know your favourite CobourgPL March Break program in the comments on our Facebook and Instagram pages This contest ends at 10:00 AM EST on Monday, March 20, 2023. The winner will be announced on Facebook and Instagram and drawn at random. The winner must be able to pick up the gift card. |
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Seed Library - Coming Soon! Saturday, March 25th - All Library Locations Our Seed Library will be open starting March 25th. Come in to any one of our 3 branch locations, and check out flower, herb, vegetable or fruit seeds. Yours to plant and enjoy for free! In the fall, harvest seeds and donate back to the Seed Library for someone to enjoy next year. |
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22nd Annual CobourgPL Oscar Contest!
Contest runs February 1st to March 12th at 5:00 p.m. Vote for your favourite actor, actress, director or film - and enter to win an amazing movie-themed prize! Pick up your ballot today from any one of our three branches, or enter using our online Oscar Ballot Form. Deadline for Entries - Sunday, March 12th at 5:00 p.m. |
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Preventative Care Fair - Cobourg
Friday, March 3 - 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. - Rotary Room
Come and join us! |
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Breakfast & Books - Harwood Hall
Saturday, March 4th - 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Join us at Harwood Hall - 5453 Front St, Harwood Visit us at the Harwood Hall's monthly pancake breakfast!
We'll have activities for the kids as well as a great selection of items for you to check out! |
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Fraud Prevention for Older Adults
Wednesday, March 22nd - 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Be Fraud Smart – protect yourself by educating yourself. Join Ganaraska Financial Credit Union for an informative chat about Fraud Awareness and the things your local credit union is doing to keep you safe. Rotary Room |
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Layered Planting with Ben O'Brien - CobourgFriday, March 24th - 11:00 a.m. - Rotary RoomJoin Ben O'Brien of Wild by Design to learn how to create beautiful, biodiverse layered garden planting. This approach reduces the need for weeding while also creating rich garden habitats for wildlife! This program is brought to you in partnership with the Cobourg Ecology Gardeners
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Houseplant Swap - Cobourg Saturday, March 25th - 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. - Rotary Room
Bring your houseplants potted or clipped and swap them for other plants or clippings of the same size or rarity. Our Seed Library will open this day as well - so be sure to stop by and get some seeds for your garden too!
All are welcome and no registration is required. |
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Family Storytime - Cobourg Thursdays at 10:30 a.m. - Rotary Room
Join Rachael for stories, songs and more! A great program for school readiness and meeting other families in our community. Families Welcome. Drop-in Program. |
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Family Storytime - Bewdley
Fridays at 10:00 a.m. - Bewdley Branch
Join Library Staff for an interactive program filled with stories, songs and rhymes. |
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Babytime! - Cobourg
Mondays at 10:00 a.m. - Rotary Room
Join Youth Services Specialist Rachael for a 30-minute circle time filled with songs, rhymes and stories. Bond with your baby and meet other families.
Ages 0-24 months with a Parent/Guardian. Drop-in Program. |
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Paper Bag Princess Day - All Branches
Saturday, March 4th - Youth Department
Visit the Cobourg Public Library to celebrate this special day with Munsch books, a craft, and activities.
Families Welcome. Drop-in Program.
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The Amazing Race - Library Edition - Cobourg Friday, March 10th at 2:00 p.m. - Rotary Room
Think you have what it takes to go on an adventure this March Break? Travel the world in just one-hour by completing tasks and challenges as a team. Be the first team to cross the finish line to win! Registration required. Register Online. Ages 10-13 years |
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 Bewdley Family MovieSaturday, March 11th - 1:00 p.m. - Cameco Room
Join us for popcorn and a movie at the Bewdley Library.
Movie: Lightyear (Rated PG) - Animated film about the origin story of Buzz Lightyear (Chris Evans)
Families Welcome. Drop-in Program |
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Family Board Games Morning - Cobourg Saturday, March 11 - 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. - Rotary Room
Bring the family and enjoy our collection of board games.
Families welcome. Drop-in Program. |
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Adventuring Scavenger Hunt - All Branches
Friday, March 10th to Sunday, March 19th
Our adventures await but- Hold on!
All of our adventuring supplies have been lost!
We have to find all our items before we can travel!
Visit the Cobourg, Bewdley, or Gores Landing branch to participate and win a prize for locating all 10 adventuring themed pictures in the Youth Department!
Families Welcome. Drop-In Program.
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Giant Games Day - Cobourg
Monday, March 13th - 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Our collection of giant games will be available all day in the Youth Department.
Families Welcome. Drop-in Program.
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Family LEGO Club - Cobourg Tuesday, March 14th - 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.Join the adventure at Family Lego Club. We provide the Lego, you provide the ideas. Families Welcome. Drop-in Program.Youth Services Department
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St. John Ambulance Bite-Free
Program - CobourgTuesday, March 14th - 2:00 p.m. - Rotary RoomJoin St. John Ambulance in this educational program to learn about being safe around our four-legged friends. Get a chance to practice safely with St. John Ambulance Therapy Dogs in attendance. Families Welcome. Registration required. |
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Meet Professor Elwood Pricklethorn - CobourgWednesday, March 15th - 2:00 p.m. - Rotary RoomLearn to see trees through the Professor’s eyes and his green-coloured lenses. You will see the environment around you in a very different way. If we learn to respect and care for trees then they can help us and the global environment in countless ways. Families Welcome. Registration required.
Register Online. Everyone attending needs to reserve a space.
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STEAM: Not A Box - Cobourg
Wednesday, March 15th - 6:00 p.m. - Reading Room
Bring your ideas and your imagination as we go on a cardboard STEAM adventure! What will you create?
Families Welcome. Drop-in Program.
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St. Patrick's Day Shenanigans - Cobourg
Friday, March 17th - 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
A bit of malarkey and lots of green cheer.
To celebrate St. Patrick, you’ll want to be here.
Kids, wear something green and join us to play.
Be a part of the fun, where everyone is Irish for the day!
Families Welcome. Drop-in Program. While Supplies Last. Youth Department. |
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Family Board Games - Bewdley
Saturday, March 18th - 1:00 p.m to 4:00 p.m.
Visit the Bewdley Branch to play a board game or two with your family.
Families Welcome. Drop-in Program.
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Family Movie Afternoon - Cobourg Saturday, March 18th - 2:00 p.m. - Rotary RoomBring the family for some popcorn and a movie. Onward (Rated PG) - Animated film. Two teenage elf brothers embark on an extraordinary quest to discover if there is still a little magic left out there. Families Welcome. Drop-in Program.
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Spring Flower Craft - Cobourg
Monday, March 20th to Sunday, March 26th
Spring is here! Create your own spring flower while you visit the Library. Drop in to the Youth Department any time during the week to take part. Various paper shapes and glue will be provided.
Families Welcome. Drop-in Program. |
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Bewdley Family Storytime with Northumberland EarlyONFriday, March 30th at 10:00 a.m. - Bewdley BranchJoin us at the Bewdley Branch for a special storytime and activities in partnership with Northumberland EarlyON Child and Family Centres. Families Welcome. Drop-in Program. |
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Monday Movies - Cobourg
Mondays - 2:00 p.m. - Rotary Room
Join us for free movie screenings each Monday afternoon.
Light refreshments provided. No registration necessary. Mar 6 - Mutiny on the Bounty (1935) - starring Charles Laughton and Clark Gable (132 min)
Mar 13 - High noon (1952) - starring Gary Cooper and Grace Kelly (85 min)
Mar 20 - Pal Joey (1957) - starring Rita Hayworth, Frank Sinatra and Kim Novak (104 min)
Mar 27 - Good morning, Vietnam (1987) - starring Robin Williams and Forest Whitaker (121 min) |
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Gaming Night - Teens & Adults - CobourgTuesdays at 4:30 p.m. - Rotary RoomDo you miss playing Super Smash Brothers against your friends?  Come out on Tuesday nights and test your skills. Competitive and casual players welcome. Brought to you in partnership with EXP. |
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Yarn Circle - Bewdley Wednesday nights at 6:00 p.m. - Bewdley Branch
Join us at the Bewdley Branch for our Yarn Circle.
A place to sit and chat with other yarn crafters and work on a current project of yours! Our group will not meet on March 22nd Register to join us for the Bewdley Craft Night instead! |
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Knitting Meet-Up - Cobourg
Wednesday, March 8th - 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. - Reading Room
Bring your current knitting project or start a new one.
Interested in learning the basics of knitting? We'll have an experienced knitter present to help.
Refreshments will be made available and all are welcome. |
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Adult Craft Circle - Cobourg Wednesday, March 8th - 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. - Rotary Room
Join us at the Cobourg Public Library with your current craft project for good company and light refreshments.
All crafts are welcome!
Drop-in event. No registration required. |
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Companion Creator - All BranchesFriday, March 10th to Sunday, March 19th
TEENS - When you think of an exciting adventuring buddy, do you think of wise lizardfolk or a cunning elf? This March Break, visit the Young Adult section at all library branches, where you'll find the tools to create your own adventuring companion. There will be a basic character building sheet, a character sketch guide, as well as two dice to roll for character traits if you're stuck!
Passive Teen Program. Drop-in Program.
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Teen Takeover - CobourgThursday, March 16th - 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. - Rotary RoomTeens are welcome to drop-in for a dedicated Teen only space.  Bring your friends, enjoy some snacks & use our free WiFi. Ages 13-19 years. Drop-in Program.
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Movie Night - Gores Landing
Tuesday, March 21 - 7:00 p.m. - Gore's Landing Community Hall Join us at the Gores Landing Community Hall after hours to enjoy a classic movie and light refreshments.
Mar 21 - Rear Window (1954)- James Stewart, Grace Kelly
Apr 11 - Rebecca (1940)- Laurence Olivier, Joan Fontaine
May 23 - Strangers on a train (1951)- Farley Granger, Ruth Romand & Robert Walker |
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Craft Night - Bewdley
Wednesday March 22 - 6:00 p.m. - Bewdley Branch
Cricut Maker Demonstration!
Learn how iron-on vinyl designs are created in the Cricut Design Space and cut out by the Cricut Maker. Participants will also get to try weeding a design and then heat-transfer it onto a book bag to take home!
All supplies will be provided. Space is limited. |
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Adult Games Night - Cobourg
Wednesday, March 29th - 6:00 pm - Rotary Room
Meet us in the Rotary Room for board games, cards, and light refreshments. Bring your friends and meet new people!
Drop-in event. No registration required.
Upcoming Games Nights - April 26th, May 31st
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Journaling Meet-Up - CobourgWednesday, March 29th - 6:00 p.m. - Reading RoomHave you been working on your journal? Join us in person at the Cobourg branch to share and discuss your progress. Want to join? It's not too late! Join our group on Facebook to download the Winter materials. |
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Genealogy Gurus - Facebook Group
New genealogy feature posted weekly Each week, our Gurus will post a new genealogical tidbit, historical resource, photo or database – and encourage our members to post their thoughts or some interesting resources to share of their own. Join the conversation on Facebook |
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Have you tried CBC Corner?This free digital portal brings together the wide variety of CBC and Radio-Canada digital content and resources into a single experience. Mauril - Free language learning service. Learn English or French with CBC and Radio-Canada content Offered on mobile and desktop CBC Kids Corner - Safe, educational and entertaining content for children and youth of all ages including tv shows, free online games, fun quizzes and activities as well as news articles made by kids for kids. As a parent, you will also find cool and simple crafts ideas, healthy recipes, and easy ways to learn through play!
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Did you know you can access: Over 71,000 e-book titles Over 19,000 e-audio titles & Over 4,000 e-magazine titles In 2022, our patrons borrowed: 27,127 e-books 12,639 e-audiobooks 5,112 e-magazines |
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Cobourg Library Hours Mondays - 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Tuesdays - 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Wednesdays -10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Thursdays - 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Fridays - 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Saturdays - 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. *Sundays - 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. *Closed Sundays Canada Day to Labour Day All branches closed on Statutory Holidays |
Gores Landing Branch HoursTuesdays - 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Saturdays - 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Bewdley Branch Hours Wednesdays - 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Thursdays - 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Fridays - 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Saturdays - 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. |
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Ask A Question
Staff members are here for you to answer Reference questions, provide Reading Recommendations and more. Call the Library during open hours, or send us an email! Reading Recommendations and Material Renewals, please call our Main Desk - 905-372-9271 ext 6100 |
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Volunteer at the Library!
The Cobourg Library is pleased to welcome volunteers to our Library. If you are interested in volunteering with the Library, please visit our Volunteer Page to review the types of volunteer opportunities we have available, and to fill out an Application Form. |
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Teen Volunteer Opportunities
We are happy to offer volunteer options for teens to earn their community service hours! Teen Knitters, Fundraisers, Gardeners, Gaming Leaders, Community Ambassadors, Reviewers, Program Helpers, and
our Adopt a Shelf Program. These are In addition to our regular opportunities: Shelf Reading, Cricut Machine and Community Outreach |
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Friendly Reminder Pre-Overdue Email
Can you remember when your items are due? Would you like to save on fines, and possibly never have overdue items again? Of course you would! To sign up, simply provide a valid email address for staff to add to your membership. Then you will receive an email 3-days before an item is due, so you have time to renew it (if no one is waiting) or bring it back to the Library. Sign up today! |
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Help Us Put Books on Our Shelves This amazing partnership encourages our community to support local business, while also supporting the Cobourg Library. Looking for a tax receipt? Contact our Admin Coordinator, Jocelyn by email jgard@cobourg.library.on.ca or
by phone 905-372-9271 ext. 6249 |
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Donate to the Library!Your donations ensure our Library continues to revitalize our collection, and offer the very best resources and services.
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Access E-Books, Audiobooks & Magazines thousands of titles at your fingertips!
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Renewing your Library card just got easier!
Renew your membership by phone, online or in-person If you live in Cobourg, Hamilton Township or the Municipality of Port Hope you can now renew your membership online, over the phone or in person for 3 years! Once staff verify or update your contact information, your membership will be valid for 3 years. Not sure when your membership will expire? Ask staff - or check the "My Account" section on the Cobourg Library App.This change will not affect Non-Resident, Visitor, Computer-Use or E-Card memberships. |
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Take the Cobourg Public Library everywhere you go! Search for items - Place requests - Renew materials Find Library Info - Upcoming Events - Online Resources Download our Mobile App today. |
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Period Promise - Help end period poverty We are proud to be a distribution and donation point for The Period Promise which is a collaborative effort between United Way and Thrive Northumberland to help eliminate period poverty. If you're interested in donating period products or are in need, please talk to staff or head to one of our washrooms. You can drop off your period product donations to our Cobourg Branch. Led locally by Thrive Northumberland and Northumberland United Way. Each donation will be used to provide access to period products throughout Northumberland. |
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