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I Read Canadian
November 2nd is I Read Canadian Day! We're celebrating the richness, diversity and breadth of Canadian literature. Read a book by a Canadian author on Nov 2nd and share your book selection on social media! Click here for some suggestions!

Community Art Swap

Throughout October we received art supplies donated by the community.

Join us Sat, Nov 5th at 11am at either the Trenton Branch or Frankford Branch to collect some great new-to-you art supplies! Bring your own reusable bag to take home the supplies.

It's National Novel Writing Month!

National Novel Writing Month. (Nanowrimo) challenges people to write 50,000 words, the amount of a small novel, in the month of November.

In the spirit of Nanowrimo we are doing our second short story magazine. Send us your short story of 500 words!* All participants will receive a paper copy with a digital copy posted to our website! *Submissions due by end of day on Nov 30th

AniMail!

Throughout November, children are invited to write a letter to an animal at the Humane Society Hastings Prince Edward. Pictures of the animal having the letter read to them will be distributed to participants.

Drop by either the Trenton or Frankford library to choose an animal to write to

and drop off your letter!

Meet Alan

When Alan arrived in care at the Human Society he was pretty shut down. He came from a home environment and this was a scary place for him. He was placed in a foster home in an effort to learn more about his personality and it took some time but after nearly 8 weeks he has really come out of his shell.

He was paired with another reserved cat and it didn't take long for them to become the best of friends.

Meet Bat

Bat helps Alan feel more confident, as Alan does for Bat. We'd love to see these shy boys live their best lives together. Alan loves being brushed and pet, Bat is learning humans give great chin scratches and with time and patience you'll have yourself the best boys you could imagine!
Both of these sweet boys are neutered, microchipped, vaccinated and dewormed. All that they're missing is a family to call their own! They are most suited to a low stress, adult only home.

Meet Rowan

Rowan is a great cat! He is willing to accept another senior cat as a friend but it will take time for him to bond. He is tolerant of other laid back cats here, but does like his own space. Rowan now has his very own "Cat Adoption Pod" and some days he's sitting in the window waiting for his family to come and adopt him. More often than not he's curled up in his cat tower snoozing the day away. Rowan has a very sweet side, he flops over on his back and ask for belly rubs, but not for too long or he'll start peddle kicking. He is a frisky guy and makes us laugh all the time.

Meet Marilyn

Marilyn is a very friendly and an affectionate gal. We believe she’d settle with another calm feline friend, dogs are unknown at this time. Marilyn would succeed in a home with children who are 6+. Marilyn is a sweet cat, always bright eyed, and bushy tailed, eager to greet visitors of the HSHPE. Like all newly adopted pets, Marilyn will take some time to settle into her new home. She is ready to live out the rest of her 9 lives beside a loving family!

Dinovember

Join us for fun dinosaur themed crafts and activities for all ages! Saturday Nov 26th from 10am-12noon. Drop in. At both Trenton and Frankford

Donate to the QWPL Kid's Book Drive!

We're looking for donations of new children's books in order to distribute books to children who may not otherwise own a book. This program promotes awareness of the importance of books in a child's life while supporting family literacy.

Book donations will be accepted in both Trenton and Frankford from November 1 - 30 in order to be distributed through local social agencies throughout December.

Kids Programs

Preschool Storytime

Children and their caregivers are invited to join us in person Wednesdays from 10-10:45 for stories, rhymes and music, followed by an activity.

Recommended for ages

2 to 5 years.

Babytime

Babies and their caregivers are invited to join us in person Thursdays from 10:30-11am for tickles, bounces, shakers and board books.

Recommended for ages

birth to 2 years.

French Storytime / L'heure du conte en français!

Joignez-vous à Mme Annie et Mme Mélanie pour des histoires et une activité, samedi 19 novembre 2022 à 10 h 30. Pour plus de détails, visitez:

www.ecolecatholique.ca/matineeslitteraires

Kinder Art

This program is for youngsters to explore their messy side through various types of process art. Monday, November 7th from 10am - 11am.

First Monday of the month from 10-11am at our Trenton Branch.

Recommended for ages 2-5. Drop in.

After school Activities!

Drop in for a fun activity after school! Thursdays from 4-5pm at the Trenton Branch. For ages 6+

This month includes:

Nov 3 - Egg Drop Challenge

Nov 10 - DIY Sewn Plushie

Nov 17 - Backpack Bling

Nov 24 - Paper Chain Challenge

Frankford Fun

Join us for fun at the Frankford Branch! Make your Silly Sandwich. For ages 6+

Wed, Nov 30th from 4:30-5:30pm. Registration required.

Sign up here!

Youth Chess and Games Club

Join us every week to learn and play chess and board games. All experience levels are welcome. Drop in program.Tuesdays from 5:30-6:30pm at the Trenton Branch

Nov 1, 8, 15, 22, amd 29. For Ages 8-17 years

This program is run in partnership with St. Leonard's Community Support YouthReach program.

Teen Programs

Teen Book Club
Pick up a free book that's yours to keep! Read it and join us for a discussion on Wednesday, Nov 9th at 4pm. Books will be available at both locations.

Cookies and Canvas - Teen Art

Join us for a paint night and sweet treats! Registration Required.

Monday Nov 14th from 4:30pm - 5:30pm at the Trenton Branch. For ages 12-16.

Sign up here!

Adult Programs

New November releases!
Check out this list of adult books published in November 2022 Find it here

Thursday Tech Time

Have technology questions or need help navigating your device?

Drop-in from 10am till 1pm on Thursdays at the Trenton Branch (Nov 3rd, 10th, 17th and 24th)

Watercolour Ornament

Join us to make a beaded, watercolour ornament! The ornaments have been cut and engraved using our Glowforge!

Nov 21st at 5:30pm (Trenton Branch) Sign up here!

OR

Nov 25th at 2pm (Frankford Branch) Sign up here!

Join our Social Group

Looking for a fun way to interact with others?

Why not join our social group? Happening Nov 14th and 28th from 10:30am - 12noon at our Trenton Branch in partnership with BQWCHC. Contact Krista for more information: kristar@quintewest.ca or 613-394-3381 ext 3325

Staff Guided MakerSpace Days!

Use our Makerspace to design for our laser engraver, 3D printer or Cricut cutting machine with staff there to assist you. Have questions about the project you're working on? Contact us and we can help you get prepared to create in our Makerspace!

613-394-3381 ext 3325 or email: kristar@quintewest.ca

Wed, Nov 2, from 5pm-7pm

Fri, Nov 11 from 10am-12noon

Wed, Nov 16 from 5pm-7pm

Fri, Nov 25 from 10am-12noon

Wed, Nov 30 from 5pm-7pm

The Makerspace room is located in the adult non-fiction area of the library at the Trenton Branch.

Zentangle

Zentangle is an easy-to-learn, relaxing, and fun way to create beautiful images by drawing structured patterns called "Tangles". Join us for a fun class run by Certified Zentangle Teacher, Marita! Drop in monthly on the second Friday on the month.

Nov 11th 10am - 12noon (Trenton Branch)

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