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October 2023 |
Welcome to our monthly newsletter featuring all that's happening at your library. |
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To celebrate Ontario Public Library Week Middlesex County Library is excited to announce the launch of automatic renewals and to offer free replacement cards until Saturday, October 21.
Beginning now, eligible items without holds will be renewed automatically three days before their due date for up to two additional loan periods: learn more on our website.
To get a free replacement card, simply visit any library branch with proof of identity, or your current card, and ask at the circulation desk for assistance. |
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Explore Middlesex County Connect for free with our individual and family library bus passes, available to borrow soon at the Dorchester, Lucan, and Ilderton libraries.
The family bus pass is valid for two (2) adults and up to four (4) accompanying children under 18 years of age, residing in the same household. The individual bus pass is valid for one (1) adult aged 18 years or older.
Getting these passes is as easy as 1-2-3:
1. Visit one of the three libraries. 2. Borrow a bus pass for FREE. 3. Ride Middlesex County Connect for free on any bus route for 7 days!
The passes allow for round-trip use on all Middlesex County Connect routes for a maximum period of seven (7) consecutive days and are not renewable. The passes do not guarantee entry on the bus, as bus capacity limitations may apply.
Please note: Children 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult to ride the bus. |
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Zoom Family Trivia
Join Erin and Laura Tuesday, October 24 at 7:00pm on Zoom for a fun night of spooky (but family friendly) trivia.
Advanced registration is required: register online now! |
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Help Us Remember
School-age children & youth (Junior Kindergarten to Grade 12) are encouraged to make a poppy, draw a picture, write a poem or share a message in recognition of Remembrance Day. Submissions will be displayed in Tales & Trails locations and library branches. Items can be dropped off at any Middlesex County Library branch or EarlyON program until Friday, October 20. |
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Tales & Trails: Understanding Homelessness
This month Tales & Trails locations are featuring stories on the importance of breaking down stereotypes regarding individuals experiencing homelessness. Visit our website to find a trail near you. |
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Upcoming Crafting Programs for Children, Youth & Families
Melbourne Library: Toddler Art Lab on Monday, October 16 at 10:30am. A process-based art studio in the library; ideal for ages 18 - 36 months. Learn more!
Ailsa Craig Library: Art-venture Club on Wednesdays at 6pm. A different visual art project each week; for school aged kids and families. Learn more!
Parkhill Library: Spooktacular Paint Night on Wednesday, October 18 at 6:00pm. Staff will lead you in creating your own work of art; for families. Learn more and register.
Coldstream Library: Youth Fun Night on Wednesday, October 18 at 6:30pm. Create intuitive art in a non-judgemental way; for youth 13-17 years. Learn more and register.
Komoka Library: Crafternoon on the third Friday each month at 4:00pm. A surprise craft each month; for school aged kids. Learn more!
Glencoe Library: Little Warhols on Saturday, October 21 at 10:30am. Experiment with different materials and art techniques; ideal for ages 3-5 years. Learn more and register.
Strathroy Library: Halloween Crafternoon on Tuesday, October 24 at 4:30pm. Create a spooky spider, witch's broom or bat; for ages 7-11. Learn more and register.
Mt Brydges Library: Neurographgic Art 4 Teens on Thursday, October 26 at 4:00pm. Meditate and relax with tangled line art; for teens. Learn more and register.
Find more crafting programs for all ages, including adults and seniors, by searching our online event calendar. Try limiting the displayed events by 'Event Type - Making & Creating' to see what is available. |
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| Staff Picks | Click on the book cover to place a hold. |
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| Ally Carter | Waking up in Paris with no memory of who she is, a young woman discovers she's the identical twin of a rogue spy and, to stay alive, must team up with a very grouchy, very sexy, very secret agent to unravel a deadly conspiracy and clear her sister's name.
Suggested by Kristyn, Lucan Branch Assistant |
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| Mary Higgins Clark |
In this much-anticipated sequel to the iconic thriller Where Are the Children?, lawyer-turned-podcaster Melissa and her brother Mike must draw on the experience of their own abduction when Melissa's stepdaughter goes missing to save her from the trauma they still struggle with—or worse.
Suggested by Jocelyn, Strathroy & Glencoe Assistant |
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| Kelly Rimmer |
Piqued by her father's memories of World War II as a British SOE operative, in particular the agent who saved his life, but whose real name he never knew, Charlotte, searching for answers, uncovers the story of three female SOE operatives whose lives intersect in occupied France where a double agent controls their fate.
Suggested by Amanda, Dorchester Branch Assistant |
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| Alice Schertle | Beep! Beep! Beep! It’s time for sleep. A storm is brewing, and Little Blue Truck and his good friend Toad are hurrying home for bed. But who can sleep with all that racket?
Suggested by Lianna, Strathroy Branch Assistant |
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| Andy Weir | The sole survivor on a desperate, last-chance mission to save both humanity and the Earth, Ryland Grace is hurtled into the depths of space where he must conquer an extinction-level threat to our species.
Suggested by Andi, Strathroy Branch Assistant |
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| Ann Patchett | Recalling the past at her daughters' request, Lara tells the story of a famous actor with whom she shared both a stage and a romance with, which causes her daughters to examine their own lives and reconsider the world and everything they thought they knew.
Suggested by Krista, Parkhill Branch Assistant |
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