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Inspiring you to learn, read, create and connect!
 

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Family Literacy Month!
January is Family Literacy Month. Pick up a calendar and participate in our literacy challenge. Complete 10 challenges and return your calendar to the library by Feb 4th to be entered into a draw for a Family Prize Pack!
 
Introducing our NEW online catalogue!
We have an new catalogue where you can search our collection and check your account. Go to qwpl.ca and click to access your account. If you have any questions contact the library at 613-394-3381
Kids Programs
Please note:
Due to concerns around the ongoing public health situation, there will be no in-person programming for children or youth this month.
 
Virtual Storytime
Join us on Facebook 
Wednesdays and Fridays 
at 10:15am
for a fun read aloud story.
1000 Books Before Kindergarten
Register at either location and get your reading log. Track your books, show us your progress, and earn small prizes!
Piggy Bank Kits

Pick up a kit at either location starting
January 12th.
Recommended for ages 7+.
While supplies last.
Pom Pom Animal Kits
 
Pick up a kit at either location starting
January 20th.
Recommended for ages 7+.
While supplies last.
Teen Programs
Fairy Door Wreaths
Design, customize, and create a unique door wreath.
Kits will be available at both locations starting January 17th
Ages 13+
Teen Book Club
Pick up a free book that's yours to keep!
Read it and join us for a virtual discussion
on January 19th @ 3:30pm.
Ages 13+
Diverse Reading Challenge for Teens

We're challenging teens to "Read the World" in order to expand their understanding of the experiences of others. Pick up a bookmark and get started reading from the 9 different categories. Complete the challenge at your own pace and win a free book!
 
Adult Programs
Register today for Read '22!
Challenge yourself. Set a goal for how many books you can read by the end of December 2022. When you reach your goal you get a free book. Also, read 22 minutes everyday in our Don't Break the Chain Challenge!  and/ or complete monthly challenges for ballots on prizes throughout the year! Registration is now open. Sign up now:
 613-394-3381 ext 3325 or Frankford ext 7572 or gretchen.brown@quintewest.ca
 
Cricut Design & Take

Customize a card and cut it on our Cricut to take home. A video tutorial will be available on our website and Facebook page on January 17th.
All About Tea Kit

Receive a link to an informative video, try tea paper folding, and taste several DIY teas. Kits will be available at both locations starting
January 17th.
Get out and get social!
Get out of the house and engage in a fun activity safely with others! Join us for a social group in partnership with BQWCHC on January 10th and 24th from 10:30am to noon at the Trenton Branch of The Quinte West Public Library.
Open to everyone. Registration required.
Email kristar@quintewest.ca 
Fun on the phone!
Participants join us by telephone to connect with other individuals and to engage in a fun activity! It is as simple as calling the number and entering the conference code.
Wednesdays from 1:30 to 2 pm
For more information or to register:
Call 613-394-3381 x3325 or email kristar@quintewest.ca 

Did you know?
You can read the Belleville Intelligencer online with the PressReader app! Check out more of our digital resources here!

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Quinte West Public Library
7 Creswell Drive, Trenton ON K8V 5R6
22 North Trent Street, Frankford ON K0K 2C0
Trenton, Ontario K8V 5R6
613-394-3381

www.QWPL.ca