Your monthly guide to the latest news and events from your library!
 
 February                                      2021
 
In compliance with Provincial and City of Quinte West health guidelines, our library buildings are currently closed to the public. The library will provide contactless pick up by appointment only. *Please enquire about delivery options. Call 613-394-3381 for assistance or visit www.library.quintewest.ca
 
Outside Return Bins remains OPEN at both locations and we are fine free on all items until further notice.
 
See what's NEW!
All Ages Cook Off
All Month Long,  
Both locations
Check out this month's All Ages Cook-Off Challenge.
Pancake Art! Make a design with pancakes and email a picture to vanessa.pritchard@quintewest.ca by February 20th to be entered into a draw for cooking related prizes. Please indicate if the entry is for an adult, or provide the age if for a child. Pictures will be posted to our Facebook page for all to enjoy. 
Virtual Zoom Class
Wednesday, February 17, 11:30 am
Online
Learn how to set up a Zoom account and find out about Zoom features.
Registration required.
kristar@quintewest.ca
I Read Canadian!
All Month Long,  
Both locations
This February the library is celebrating I Read Canadian Day, traditionally held on Feb. 17 to raise awareness of Canadian books and celebrate the richness, diversity and breadth of Canadian literature. 
To celebrate, anyone who checks out a book by a Canadian author throughout the entire month will have a chance at winning a $5 off pass for Ontario Parks. Prizes will be awarded randomly throughout the month and included in contactless pickup bags. Books for any age group are eligible.
Call 613-394-3381 for more information or to request Canadian books!

Boredom Busters!
Looking for some new entertainment during lockdown? The Library has you covered! 
Borrow a board game (lots of selection for both kids and adults!) Watch a movie on Hoopla or stream a documentary on Kanopy! All FREE with your library card.
Contact the Library for more info. 613-394-3381
 
Kids Programs
Online Story-Time!
Feb 1, 8, and 22, 10am
Our Facebook Page
Join Miss Vanessa for a virtual story and craft demonstration Mondays at 10am on our Facebook Page. FREE craft kits can be picked up at both locations to follow along with the video. 
Valentine's Crafts
All Month long,  While supplies last
Free Kits available at both locations.
Pick up a FREE kit with all supplies you need to make Valentine's cards and crafts! Kits include materials such as coloured paper, pipe cleaners, pom poms and stickers. This is a non-structured activity where we provide the materials and you bring the creativity! Kits can be picked up at either location starting Feb. 3rd.
Adult Programs
Hygge Kit
Grab & Go
We've got you covered for comfort this February with our Hygge Kit! 
Hygge is the Danish tradition of comfort and coziness. 
Free kits available at both locations starting Feb. 1st.  
While supplies last.
Musical BINGO
February 10th 6:30-7:30pm
 
Join us for an hour of virtual musical Bingo!
Designed for adults but families welcome!
 
Registration Required.
Read 2021!
 
Track your reads for 2021!
Earn a FREE book prize when you reach a goal!
 
 
Contact the Library to sign up!
Ontario Parks Passes!
This pass allows you to park your vehicle at any Ontario Provincial Park, any day of the year.  This pass is a 1 week loan and can be placed on hold.
 
Don't have a library card? Sign up online and have access 24/7!
Ask us about Interlibrary Loans! Email illo@quintewest.ca or call the Library!
Quinte West Public Library
7 Creswell Drive                                   22 North Trent Street                   
Trenton, ON  K8V 6X5                        Frankford, ON  K0K 2C0
(613) 394-3381 ext. 3323                    (613) 394-3381 ext. 7572
                www.library.quintewest.ca