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Give the Gift That Gives Back! Support your local library with our $2 holiday cards and $10 book bags, available while supplies last. Contact Rachel at 905-372-9271 x6240 for details. Spread cheer and support your library this holiday season!
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Congratulations to our Young Writers Competition Winners!The ceremony for our winners was held on Wednesday, November 29th. Here are the judge selected winners: Grades 1-3: 1st Place: Katelyn M. Grades 4-6: 1st Place: Cora & George L., Clara K. 2nd Place: Nora B. 3rd Place: Scarlett & Sydney T. Grades 7-8: 1st Place: Maddie T. 2nd Place: Roxanne B. 3rd Place: Shi F. High School: 1st Place: Andrew M. 2nd Place: Samantha S. 3rd Place: Emily E. Each received a certificate and prize - and their winning entries will be combined and bound into a book to add to the Library collection for everyone to enjoy.
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Explore our Bookmark Tree! For the entire month of December, embrace the season with our collection of free delightful bookmarks located on the second-floor tree.
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All Library Locations Closed December 24, 25, 26 & 31 and January 1st for the Holiday Season The Library may be closed, but you can
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Book Donations on Hold for NowWe would like to thank our community who have supported our Library by donating their gently used books. We have simply been overwhelmed with books, and we cannot possibly accept any more donations until next year. Please check back with us in January 2024 for updates of when we will resume accepting book donations.
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Winter Festival at the Library Saturday, December 2nd - 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.Join us in the Rotary Room for winter themed craft stations, games, hot chocolate (while supplies last), seasonal treats and an appearance from your Cobourg Cougars. Everyone is welcome. In partnership with Experience Cobourg
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Bewdley Branch Holiday Event Saturday, December 2nd 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. The Bewdley Branch will be opening early for some seasonal fun! Join library staff for a mini-book sale, as well as a Christmas craft. Families Welcome. Drop-in Program.
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Breakfast & Books - Harwood Saturday, December 2nd 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. This breakfast will also feature a visit by Santa!
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Tech-Buddies 3-Day Event - Cobourg December 5th, 6th & 7th - 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Reading Room Tech troubles? Trinity College Students are here to assist! Drop-in for assistance with your social media accounts, device setup and more. Kindly note that there may be a bit of a wait depending on the volume of interest. Remember to bring the tech you need help with!
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Holiday Makers Market - Cobourg Saturday, December 9th 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.Join Lakehouse Candles and friends at the Winter Market in the Rotary Room. We look forward to seeing you there! We will have books for sale by donation, so you set the price. Great opportunity to get gifts for your loved ones. Candles, Fudge, Embroidery, Epicure, Clothing, Bags, Jewelry, Preserves, Wood Art. Email for more info.
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Community Paramedicine Wellness Clinic - Cobourg Thursday, December 28th 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Meet your local Community Paramedics in the Reading Room. They can register you to be a part of their free program to have different wellness services from the comfort of your own home.
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Family Movie Night - Gores Landing Branch Friday, December 1st - 6:30 p.m. Join us at the Gores Landing Hall for a free family movie night and holiday activity. Refreshments will be provided. No registration required. Parents are asked to stay. Brought to you in partnership with the Gores Landing Hall Committee. Movie: Elliot: The littlest reindeer (Rated TVG)
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Family Storytime - CobourgThursdays - 10:30 a.m. - Rotary Room Join Rachael for stories, songs, rhymes, and more! A great program for school readiness and meeting other families in our community. Ages 0-6. Families welcome. Drop-in Program. Dec 7th - Visit from the Cobourg Cougars Dec 28th - No Storytime today
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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 crafts. Families Welcome. Drop-in Program. Dec 22nd - Northumberland EarlyON Dec 29th - No Storytime today
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Family Storytime with the Cobourg Cougars Cobourg Thursday, December 7th 10:30 a.m.A special storytime at the Cobourg Public Library with Cobourg Cougars hockey players. Listen to hockey themed stories, songs, rhymes, and try some mini stick hockey. Families Welcome. Drop-in Program.
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Family Storytime with Northumberland EarlyON Bewdley Friday, December 22nd - 10:00 a.m. Families Welcome. Drop-in Program.
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Winter Book Cover Scavenger Hunt December 27th to January 7th - All Locations Visit any library branch to search for the 12 winter book covers hidden in the Youth Services Department. Find them all and win a small prize. Families welcome. Drop-in Program.
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Book Blanket - A Cozy Project for 2024 Starting December 1st Have you heard of a temperature blanket? That's when crafters knit or crochet a blanket based on the daily temperatures over an entire year! Why not try making the bookworm's version: the book blanket!This year-long project is a fun way to record all the books you read, and gives you a lovely finished blanket when you are done. Check out the instructions on our webpage or on Facebook and get working on your very own Book Blanket this winter!
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Monday Movies - Cobourg Mondays at 2:00 p.m. - Rotary Room Join us for free movie screenings each Monday. Light refreshments will be provided. No registration necessary. Dec 4 - Love me tonight (1932 - Maurice Chevalier, Jeanette MacDonald, Charles Ruggles) (89 min) Dec 11 - Brief encounter (1945 - Celia Johnson, Trevor Howard, Stanley Holloway) (86 min) Dec 18 - Love actually (2003 - Hugh Grant, Martine McCutcheon, Liam Neeson) (135 min)
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Yarn Circle - Bewdley Wednesdays - 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Bewdley Branch 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 yours and enjoy refreshments. Drop-in program. Dec 27th - No Yarn Circle tonight
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Adult Craft Night - Holiday Take & Make Kits - Bewdley Starting Wednesday, December 6th We don't have a meeting this month, but we do have your craft to go! Come by the Bewdley Branch and pick up a Holiday knitting kit that you can make at home. All kits include pattern and yarn. Knitting experience is recommended. While supplies last.
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Virtual Author Visit - Bryn Turnbull Join us on Facebook - Wednesday, December 6th - 7:00 p.m.Her latest novel " The Paris Deception" is a breathtaking novel about art theft and forgery in Nazi-occupied Paris, and two brave women who risk their lives rescuing looted masterpieces from Nazi destruction. Bryn Turnbull is the internationally bestselling author of The Woman Before Wallis. With a master of letters in creative writing from the University of St. Andrews, a master of professional communication from Toronto Metropolitan University and a bachelor's degree in English literature from McGill University, Bryn focuses on finding stories of women lost within the cracks of the historical record. Brought to you in partnership with Furby House Books.
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Supporting New and Struggling Readers Series - Cobourg Wednesday, December 6th - 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Join Ashley Olver, Psychological Associate, and Natalie Smith, Speech-Language Pathologist, for the final session of this three-part series for parents, educators, caregivers, tutors, and others invested in literacy and well-being for young people. This final session will provide information on: Session 3: Oral Language (Dec 6th) Register online for Session 3 starting Friday, December 1st at 10:00 a.m.
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Teen Gingerbread Man Hunt - All Locations December 18th to December 23rd All library branches are asking for Teens to help find the Gingerbread Man. He is wanted for sneaking away from the Staff Room, running too fast in the library, and being too tasty! There is a candy cane reward if found! Drop-in Program.
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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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Educational Fun for Kids Looking for a safe site for your kids or grandkids online? A kid-safe, advertisement-free, media platform that is easily accessible, providing educational content with a focus on early literacy to the early learner. Games, songs and interactives will keep these early learners You can create a profile, then generate customized playlists, save your favourite titles and lots of other features! Login: cobourgpl ; Password: digital
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Your Library has Books, Music and Movies to help you celebrate your holiday your way Whether you celebrate Hanukkah, Kwanza, or Christmas - you will find something to borrow and enjoy this holiday season.
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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
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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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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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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 App today! Search "Cobourg Public Library" in your app store.
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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.
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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
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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
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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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