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Join Our Team!One part-time, temporary contract Public Services Associate.Please see the Job Description for details. To apply for this position, submit a resume and cover letter
by 5:00 p.m. on Friday August 12th, 2022 |
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August 30x30 Nature ChallengeSpending just 30 minutes outdoors can have measurable improvements on stress-hormone levels, immune system function and physical activity levels. This August along with @OntarioParks, we invite you to spend 30 minutes outdoors for 30 days to enjoy the health benefits nature has to offer. #30x30Challenge
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Together We Read Canada
Thursday, August 18th to Thursday, September 1st #TogetherWeRead, is a digital book club connecting readers to the same ebook at the same time with no waitlists or holds. |
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Material Donations - Hold for the SummerDue to the overwhelming number of books and movies that have been donated over the past several months, we are unable to accept any more donations at this time. We will begin to accept donations again in September.
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Library Survey
The Cobourg Library Board is asking for your input to create our next Strategic Plan! We are hopeful that you will take some time to give us your thoughts on the Library, to help us fill the needs of our community in the next few years. Those completing the survey will have the option to be entered in a draw for a $150 VISA gift card! Survey ends Aug 31st. SURVEY LINK: https://forms.office.com/r/g1WdRrzCSU |
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Loonie for the Library Fundraiser June 1st to October 31st Every dollar raised will go directly towards ensuring that fines for Children and Teens are eliminated for good! Eliminating child and teen fines will have a far reaching impact.Donate your Loonies at Community Events, at any of our Library locations or online! |
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Borrow & Play! Instrument Lending Library
Have you always wanted to try to play guitar or ukulele? Now you can borrow one from the Cobourg Library! We have 2 adult guitars, 1 youth guitar, 1 adult ukulele and 1 youth ukulele available on a first-come first-served basis. Each instrument comes in a case, with a strap, picks and tuner. Loan period: 3 weeks (no holds, no renewals). Borrow books or DVDs for the Guitar or Ukulele to help you on your musical journey. |
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Closed Monday, August 1st All Branch locations will be closed on
Monday, August 1st for the Civic Holiday (a.k.a. James Cockburn Day) Closed Sundays July 3rd to Sept 4th Please return your items to our drop box. |
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Join the Cookie Walk
Monday, August 1st to Sunday, August 14th
Grab a cookie walk map and/or a Take & Make Kit from the Cobourg Library. Explore 8 local eateries.
Share a photo of your experience, tag @cobourgpl and the eatery you purchased your cookie from. You will be entered to win a deluxe gift bag from Sprucewood Cookie Co.! Participating Businesses: |
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Books & Bites Sales Fridays - August 5th, 12th & 19th - 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Cobourg Library - West Yard (near the chess/checker tables) Join us on the West Side of the Cobourg Library for a sale of gently used books, movies & music, along with delicious treats. Payment by donation for all treats and books - so you set the price. Every dollar raised will go directly  towards ensuring that fines for Children and Teens are eliminated for good!
Treats generously donated by Cobourg Foodland. |
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Cobourg Library at Cobourg Farmer's Market
Saturday, August 13th - 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Join us at the Cobourg Farmers Market in the Kids Zone
(Rotary Harbourfront Park – Albert St and 2nd St, Cobourg) to create your own magic creature mask, draw with chalk, receive a free membership and more! |
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Kids & Youth TD Summer Reading ClubJune 24 to August 19 - All branches Venture into magical realms where fantastic creatures roam and anything can (and will) happen.
Sign-up for the Summer Reading Club and visit the library every week from June 24th to August 19th to: - Add a mystical creature to storyland by sharing with us
what you've read - Be enchanted with self-directed activities in the library - Pick up a Take & Make Kit to take home - Participate in magical programs! It's free to sign-up and participate! Join our unicorns, dragons and other mythical creatures for a fun filled summer of free programs, activities, crafts and more! Read throughout the summer for a chance to win prizes, including a grand prize! Children and families can find the magic in our Bewdley, Cobourg and Gores Landing branches. Be sure to login to Beanstack online or with the Beanstack Tracker app for even more fun activities.
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Dragon Hands & Feet Movement Game
The dragon's trail will be available July 25th to August 6th
Join us at the Library to stomp along the Dragon's Trail through the Cobourg Children's Department!
Can you follow in the dragon's footsteps?
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Merperson Seashell Necklace Take & Make Kit Pick up starting Tuesday, August 2nd The ocean is calling us to make these fascinating seashell necklaces. With the variety of seashells and colours available to choose from your creation is sure to be one of a kind. Kits will be available while supplies last. Pick up your kit at any of our three locations. |
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StoryWalk®
Cobourg - Tuesday, August 2nd to Monday, August 15th Bewdley - Wednesday, August 17th to Saturday, August 20th Be sure to visit the Library and take a stroll down the sidewalk to read "Sometimes I feel like a fox" by Danielle Daniel. Daniel, who is Métis, draws inspiration from the Anishinaabe tradition of totem animals, and offers twelve painted portraits of kids as animals, describing what they feel like when they feel like fox, bear, rabbit, and more.
Let us know if you enjoyed the story, and your family will be entered to win a storytime gift basket! Ballots available at the end of the StoryWalk®. |
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Family Movie Nights - Cobourg Library
Wednesdays - August 3rd and 10th - 6:00 p.m. Join us in the Rotary Room of the Cobourg Library for a movie on the big screen! Refreshments provided.
We ask that parents/care-givers stay to enjoy the movie with us. August 3rd - Luca (Rated G) August 10th - Dinosaur (Rated PG) |
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Dinosaur Dig Take & Excavate Kit Pick-up starting Monday, August 8thChip away at the block until you find the dinosaur skeleton! Can you name the dinosaur that matches your skeleton? Kits will be available while supplies last. Pick up your kit at any of our three locations. |
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The Sphynx's Riddle Romp
Monday, August 8th to Saturday, August 20th Can you outsmart the Sphynx?
Test your brain in the Youth Collection for the chance to claim a prize! All branch locations. |
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National Touring Museum Presents: Chickensaurus Rex: How dinosaurs became birds Thursday, August 11th - 2:00 p.m. - Rotary Room (Cobourg)Join dinosaur expert Tim Jeffries for this interactive presentation about the science of paleontology and how it relates to today's world. The hour-long lecture features a hands-on experience with real dinosaur fossils, as well as a question-and-answer session Space is limited. Registration is required. |
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Toy Sleepover at the Library
Friday, August 19th to Saturday, August 20th
Bring your favourite toy for a Toy Sleepover at the Library!
Drop off your stuffed toy at either the Cobourg Library or the Bewdley Branch for a sleep over - and pick them up the next day! Drop Off your toy on Friday, August 19th Cobourg (10 am to 5 pm) or Bewdley (9 am to 12 pm)
Pick Up your toy on Saturday 20 August Cobourg (10 am to 5 pm) or Bewdley (12 pm to 4 pm) |
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Teen Summer Reading ChallengeChallenge ends on Friday, August 19th - All Branches A summer of reading awaits - Join our Teen Summer Reading Challenge on Beanstack for a chance to win prizes! We have got your crafting needs covered with Take & Makes Kits. |
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Adult Summer Checkout Challenge 2022
Challenge ends on Friday, August 19th - All Branches
Your Library is more than just books!
This summer, pick up your contest card at any Cobourg Library branch. You'll get a chance to win for every eight (8) items you check out - no matter what they are! Enjoy your summer your way - with a good book on the beach or a family movie at the cottage! |
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DIY Yarn Wall Hanging - Take & Make Kit
Pick-up starting Tuesday, August 2nd TEENS - Create your own colourful yarn wall hanging
Home supplies needed: scissors. Kits will be available while supplies last. Pick up your kit at any of our three locations. |
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Gaming Night - Teens & AdultsTuesdays at 4:30 p.m. - August 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd & 30thDo 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. Cobourg Library - Rotary Room |
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Chit Chat Coffee Club
Thursdays - 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
August 4th, 11th, 18th and 25th
Join us each Thursday morning for coffee and socializing in the Reading Room of the Cobourg Library.
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The Benefits of BeekeepingWednesday, August 10th - 10:30 a.m. - Rotary Room (Cobourg)Meet the beekeepers from Dancing Bee Equipment, and learn about: The importance of beekeeping; How to keep bees; How honey is made; How to dress to keep bees; Learn more about their products. |
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Gardening for Birds, Bees and InsectsWednesday, August 10th - 2:00 p.m. - Rotary Room (Cobourg)Join Dora Body of the Cobourg Ecology Garden  for an engaging presentation on gardening for birds, bees and insects.
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In-Person Author Reading - Leah McLaren
Thursday, August 11th - 6:30 p.m. - Rotary Room (Cobourg)
"Where you end and I begin" A daughter’s unflinching exploration of the intimate & unconventional relationship she shared with her mother, well known journalist and author, Cecily Ross. A brilliant, charismatic woman haunted by a traumatic past.
Leah was raised between Cobourg and Toronto. Today she lives in London, UK with her husband and two boys.
Leah began her career as a columnist and feature writer for the Globe and Mail, where she spent a decade on staff and was posted to the London bureau. She then spent several years as the London-based Europe correspondent for Maclean's.
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Vintage Wicked Witch Wall - Take & Make Kit Pick-up starting Monday, August 15th
TEENS - A wicked time will be had by all with this teen Take & Make. Create a vintage dictionary page sign with a Wicked Witch flare. Kits will be available while supplies last. Pick up your kit at any of our three locations. |
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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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Designed with public library patrons in mind, Explora provides easy-to-use features and reliable content from the world’s leading magazines and reference books. Available on library computers and from mobile devices - all you need is your Cobourg Library Card and PIN#.
Start Exploring today! |
How busy is the Library? Check out these stats for
January to June 2022: Over 65,200 physical items borrowed 45,813 Adult materials and
19,411 Child and Youth materials! Over 22,700 digital items borrowed
(e-books, e-audiobooks and e-magazines) Over 1,300 wireless users Just under 22,000 Library visitors Nearly 200 programs and events held in-person or virtually with over 5,200 attendees! 547 new members joined the Library. |
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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 back into the 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 some new 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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Seed Library - All Branch Locations
Stop by any one of our three library branches to borrow seeds to grow at home this year. Flowers - Vegetables - Fruit - Herbs. Try something new! Once you have made your selection, you can check them out at the desk just like any other library materials - only there will be no due date - and they are yours to keep or share. When you harvest in the fall, we would be happy to receive a donation of seeds to add back into our Library. |
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Access E-Books, Audiobooks & Magazines thousands of titles at your fingertips!
All of your online reading or listening needs in one place! |
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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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Cobourg Library Blog A great way to stay informed about the latest Library news! Check out our Cobourg Public Library Blog by heading to: www.cobourg.ca/library-blog Stay current on all of the most significant Library news and events. Subscribe to to receive blog posts via email. |
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Browse - Borrow - Explore
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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