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All Aboard!
Come by and Play with our new Train Table! - Cobourg Library
Watch for it in September
The next time you in the Youth Services Area be sure to check out the new wooden train set complete with magnetic wooden train cars, track, people and houses! |
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Do You Love Your Library? Your $5 kids card purchase at Boston Pizza supports our local library with new books, graphic novels, and more! Now through October 13, 2024. |
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Kanopy's Big Movie Watch "Pinball The Man Who Saved the Game"September 5th to 16thBased on true events, the film centers on the captivating story of Roger Sharpe, a GQ journalist and real-life pinball wizard who, in 1976, helped overturn New York City's 35-year ban on pinball. Watch and enjoy on Kanopy. |
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Your Donation will Help Enhance Our Collection! The materials in the Library collection are the heart of our library, providing knowledge, inspiration, and entertainment to all who visit. However, in order to continue offering diverse and enriching resources, we rely on the generosity of our community. Fundraising Campaign: Donate to Expand our Collection! Help us Enrich and Empower our Community. https://buff.ly/49ErGSj |
Library Closed - Labour Day
The Cobourg Library will be closed on
Sunday, September 1st and Monday, September 2nd Open Sundays - starting September 8th |
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You could win a Luxury Bookish Gift Basket!Monday, September 2nd to Friday, September 27thHow to Enter:1. Sign up for our monthly e-newsletter by following this link and clicking "Programs at the Cobourg Library" 2. Once you are subscribed, you will be automatically in the running for our giveaway! Get ready to discover exciting library updates and exclusive content while having a shot at winning!This contest ends at 9:00 a.m. EST on Friday, September 27th. The winner will be drawn at random and announced on Facebook and Instagram. This contest is not associated with Instagram or Facebook. No cash value can be exchanged. Under our internal policy 1.14 no board members, relatives, or library staff may enter. The winner must be able to pick up the prize within 14 days and be a Cobourg Public Library member.
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Library Chess Club - Cobourg
Tuesdays - 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
September to November - Reading Room
Meet other local chess players. Pieces and boards will be available. Drop-in program. All ages welcome.
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Radio Show on Northumberland 89.7 FM
Wednesday, Septemer 4th - 10:15 a.m.
Tune in on the first Wednesday of each month at 10:15 a.m. to find out what's happening at your Cobourg Public Library!
Events, programs, insights and more, with Rachel Spence, Community Engagement Specialist.
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Breakfast & Books - Harwood Saturday, September 7th 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Harwood Hall, 5453 Front St, Harwood Visit us at the Harwood Hall's monthly
pancake breakfast! We will have activities
for the kids as well as a great selection
of items for you to check out. |
 Cobourg Farmer's MarketSaturday, Sept. 14th - 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.Visit our booth at the Cobourg Farmer's Market for something fun to learn or create. Bring your own chair to our Community Storytime led by Rachael at 10:00 a.m. |
St. John Therapy Dog Drop-in - Cobourg Tuesday, September 17th - 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Join us in the Reading Room to meet our local St. John Ambulance Therapy Dogs. All dogs are child-friendly and looking forward to meeting you. Upcoming dates: Oct. 15th and Nov. 19th. |
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Fall Apple Magnet - Take & Make Kits Bewdley and Gores Landing Branches Available Starting September 3rd - during Branch hours
Stop by the Library and pick up your Fall Apple Magnet kit to make this harvest-themed decoration.
Each kit contains the materials to create one magnet.
While Supplies last. |
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Family Storytime - CobourgThursdays - 10:30 a.m. - Rotary Room Join us this fall for stories, songs, and rhymes perfect for ages 0 to 6 years.
A great program for school readiness and meeting other families in our community. Families Welcome. Drop-in Program.
Cobourg Town Council visits Family Storytime
Sept. 12th, 19th, & 26th |
Family Storytime - Bewdley
Fridays - 10:00 a.m. - Bewdley Branch Join us for storytime at our Bewdley branch. Each week we will explore a different theme through stories, songs, and a craft. Sept. 27th - P.A. Day Fun: Drive-in Movie |
Cobourg Town Council Visits Family Storytime - Cobourg
Thursdays - Sept. 12, 19, & 26 - 10:00 a.m.
Enjoy stories and songs with special guests from Cobourg Town Council in September!
Sept. 12th - Mayor Lucas Cleveland
Sept. 19th - Councillors Adam Bureau and Randy Barber
Sept. 26th - Deputy Mayor Nicole Beatty and Councillor Miriam Mutton
Families Welcome. Drop-in Program. |
Bewdley Family Storytime with Northumberland EarlyONFriday, September 20th - 10:00 a.m.Join the Bewdley Branch for a special storytime and activities in partnership with Northumberland EarlyON Child
and Family Centres. Upcoming dates: Oct. 18th and Nov. 22nd Families Welcome. Drop-in Program. |
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Kid Librarian Program - All LocationsApply Online - and you could be chosen!We are looking for Cobourg Public Library members who like to read and who would like to share their favourite books with the community, by creating a special Kid Librarian book display. Ages 6 to 12 years. Youth Services Department How To Apply: Submit an online application form: https://forms.cobourg.ca/Library/Kid-Librarian-Application. The application will ask for your name, age, contact information, when you are available to create a display, and for a list of some of the junior picture book, junior fiction book, or junior non-fiction book titles that you would like to share. Applicants will be randomly selected to become the next Kid Librarian. |
Mother Goose - Cobourg Library Mondays - 10:00 a.m. - Begins on September 9th - Rotary Room
Join us for an hour of rhymes, songs, and stories that are perfect for bonding with your baby in this 10-week program.
**Please note that there will be no program on Monday, October 14th or Monday, November 11th.** (Library closed both days) Parent/Guardian & Child (Aged 0-24 months)  Online registration opens on
Tuesday, September 3rd at 10:00 a.m. |
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P.A. Day Drive-in Movie - Bewdley & CobourgFriday, September 27th 10:00 a.m. | Bewdley Library 2:00 p.m. | Cobourg Library Join us this PA Day to watch a family-friendly movie!
Bring along a cardboard box for each participant to transform into their very own car. Watch the movie and enjoy free popcorn from inside your cardboard box car. Movie: The Garfield Movie (Rated PG)
Families Welcome. Drop-in Program.
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Monday Movies - Cobourg Library
Mondays - 2:00 p.m. - Starting September 9th - Rotary Room
Join us for free movie screenings each Monday.
Light refreshments will be provided. No registration is necessary.
Sept. 9 - Oh, what a lovely war (1969 - Colin Farrell) (139 min.)
Sept. 16 - Blazing Saddles (1974 - Cleavon Little) (93 min.)
Sept. 23 - Laura (1944 - Gene Tierney, Dana Andrews) (87 min.)
Sept. 30 - The Grizzlies (2018 - Jack Anawak) (106 min.)
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Introduction to American Sign Language (ASL) Cobourg Library - Rotary Room Tuesday, September 10th at 6:00 p.m.
September is Deaf Awareness Month.
Join us as we welcome back community member Giulio, an experienced Deaf teacher, and Penny, a professional ASL interpreter.
Giulio will be teaching basic American Sign Language (ASL) geared to those who have a deaf family member. Registration required. Online registration opens on Tuesday, September 3rd at 10:00 a.m. |
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 Yarn Circle - Bewdley BranchWednesdays - 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Join us at the Bewdley Branch for the Yarn Circle. A place to sit and chat with other yarn crafters and work on a current project of your own and enjoy refreshments. Drop-in program. |
 Bewdley
Book ClubWed. September 11th 6:30 p.m.
Join us at the Bewdley Branch
to discuss our latest book: "Looking for Jane" by Heather Marshall. Registration is required. Please talk to branch staff if you are interested! October title: "Yellowface" by R.F. Kuang |
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Virtual Author Visit with Pamela Paterson and Tarek Hussein - Facebook Wednesday, September 18th - 9:00 a.m. Join us on Facebook as we talk with the co-authors of the novel "Take Me Back to Cairo". "A rollercoaster of a love story that triumphs over a collision of cultures, family dynamics, an old lover, and new traditions." - Terry Fallis |
Adult Craft Night Bewdley BranchWednesday, September 18th - 6:00 p.m.
Join us to learn how to create a secret message on a bracelet using Morse code!
No experience necessary. All materials will be provided.
Space is limited and registration is required. Online registration opens on
Tuesday, September 3rd at 10:00 a.m.
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Teen Hangout - Cobourg LibraryWednesday, September 25th - 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Bring your friends and enjoy a dedicated space for teens only.
Hang out, meet new people, play a board game, participate in an activity, or enjoy the free wi-fi. FREE SNACKS PROVIDED!
All teens are welcome to join. Drop-in Program
Upcoming Dates: Oct. 23rd and Nov. 27th
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Genealogy Gurus - Facebook GroupNew genealogy feature posted weekly Each week, the Gurus will post a new genealogical tidbit, historical resource, photo or database – and encourage members to post their thoughts or some interesting resources to share of their own. Join the conversation on Facebook
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 September 30th#NDTR |
National Day for Truth and Reconciliation On Monday, September 30th our country will recognize the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. This day publicly commemorates the tragic and painful history of residential schools, as well as the ongoing impacts for the survivors, their families, and communities, and how they are a vital component of the reconciliation process. The Cobourg Public Library encourages our community to learn more about Canada’s history of residential schooling and the reconciliation process. Please view our available library materials and resources through the links below: |
Happy Birthday Stephen King! September 21st He was born in Portland, Maine in 1947. He met his future wife, Tabitha in 1971 when they were both students at the University of Maine at Orono, in the Fogler Library where they both worked. He wrote short stories and novels.
His first published novel was Carrie in 1973. Below are links to his books, books inspired by his stories, and movies based on his novels and short stories in our collection. |
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Special Collections you can Borrow |
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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 |
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.
You will receive an email
3-days before an item is due, giving you time to renew it
(if no one is waiting) or bring it back to the Library. |
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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 App today! Search "Cobourg Public Library" in your app store. |
Renew Your Membership Renew your membership by phone, online or in-person Once staff verify or update your contact information, your membership will be renewed for 3 years for Cobourg, Hamilton Township
& Port Hope residents. Computer-use or E-cards for 1-year. We cannot renew Non-Resident or Visitor memberships online. |
Donate to the Library! Your donations ensure the Library continues to revitalize the collection, and offer the very best resources and services. You can also donate online by using |
Teen Volunteer Opportunities We are happy to offer volunteer options for teens to earn their community service hours! Gardeners, Community Ambassadors, Program Helpers, and our Adopt a Shelf Program. These are In addition to regular opportunities: Shelf Reading, Cricut Machine and Community Outreach. For more info check our Volunteer Page. |
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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! Access through the OverDrive Download Center, or Libby online or with the the Libby app. All you need is a valid Cobourg Library card. Use tags to curate your own personal bookshelf, track your favorite titles, create reading lists & more in the #LibbyApp. Discovering more titles in the #LibbyApp just got easier! With Notify Me tags, you can show interest in titles that range from new releases to hard-to-find reads with just a tap. |
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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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