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| What's NEW for September |
Your monthly guide to the latest news and events from your library! Inspiring you to learn, read, create and connect! |
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REMINDER: Both branches of the library will be CLOSED Mon, Sept. 4 (Labour Day) and Sat, Sept. 30 (Truth and Reconciliation Day) | |
| Back-to-School Storytime |
Back to school, back to routines, back to the library! Drop by for an all-ages story-time and back-to-school activity. It’s the perfect time to get your little scholars a stack of books and their very own library cards! Saturday, Sep 16 from 10am - 10:30am (Trenton Branch). |
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| Join Belly's Book Club! | |
Kids! Want to read books AND win tickets to Belleville Senators hockey games? Join Belly’s Book Club! Pick up your reading tracker once a month at either the Frankford or Trenton Branch. |
For full details click here
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Stitch-in-Public Day |
Join us for Stitch-in-Public Day September 23rd at the Trenton Branch! The Quinte Needlearts Guild will be stitching in the common area of the library from 10am to 3pm. |
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Get ready for our Costume Swap |
Donate your gently-used, clean costumes in kids, teen or adult sizes, to either branch starting September 25 and swap them for a new-to-you costume on October 14th! |
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| Featured Events for Adults |
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Holiday-themed trivet | Join us Saturday, Sep 9th at 10am to create a Thanksgiving or holiday laser engraved trivet! Registration required |
Click here to register
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Drop-in Genealogy Help | Tue, Sep 19 at 11am |
Are you researching your family tree or just getting started? Come to our drop-in genealogy program and delve into the past using library resources with help from the experts! Tue, Sep 19 at 11am | |
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Socrates Cafe | Sep 12 and 26 at 5:30pm |
Join us to discuss topics using the Socratic method of cooperative critical thinking dialogue. The group currently meets at the Trenton Branch on the second and fourth Tuesday of the month. | |
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Open Sewing Studio | Sat, Sep, 16 at 1pm |
Drop by our new sewing studio!
Bring a project, meet new sewing friends, get a little hands-on help with tricky new skills, try out a serger or our embroidery machine for the first time, or spend the afternoon zoned in while you stitch away! Note: this program does not include any formalized instruction, but our staff can provide some help with projects as needed. Saturday Sep 16 at 1pm |
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Adult Sewing (6 week program) | Tuesdays at 5pm |
Learn to sew at the library! This beginner’s sewing class will walk you through the basics of sewing seams, choosing fabric for your project, following a pattern, and neatly finishing your projects. Six week program. Registration required. Supply lists will be provided before classes begin; kits for each week’s project will be available to purchase. |
Click here to register
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Tuesday Tech Time | Tuesdays at 2:30pm |
Have technology questions or need help navigating your device? Drop-in from 2:30pm till 4pm on Tuesdays at the Trenton Branch. September 5, 12, 19, and 26. | |
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Social Group | Sep 11 and 25 at 10:30am |
Engage in a fun activity with others! Join us Mon, Sep 11 and Mon, Sep 25th from 10:30am - 12noon at the Trenton Branch. In partnership with BQWCHC. No registration required. | |
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Doors Open Quinte West | Sat, Sep 16 10am-4ppm |
Did you know the newly renovated Trenton Branch has a bigger Makerspace, comfy new seating and unique study spaces? Come see everything that's offered during Doors Open Quinte West! Sat, Sep 16 10am-4pm | |
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Crafting in the Makerspace | Wednesday 10:30am - 12:30pm |
Happening Wednesdays from 10:30am - 12:30pm for no-tech crafting! Join other crafters and work on your latest project. We have crafting tools like a label maker, button maker, laminator and more that you can use. Minimal cost for some supplies. |
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Drop-in Makerspace Tech time | Thurs, Sep 14 and 28 |
Drop in Thursdays, Sep 14th and 28 from 1pm- 3pm to learn more about creating with our Makerspace tech equipment like our Glowforge laser cutter, 3D Printer or Cricut machine! | |
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Zentangle | Fri, Sep 8 at 10am |
Bring out the artist inside you with the Zentangle Method. Our upcoming classes will be meeting at the Trenton Branch on Fri, Sep 8 from 10am to 12noon. | |
| Plant Bring n' take Event! |
Sat, Sep 23rd at 10am |
Plant lovers unite! It's time for our Bring n' Take Plant event! Sat, Sep 23rd starting at 10am until supplies run out. Drop off plants you'd like to donate or trade starting on Fri, Sep 22 before 5pm or on the day of (Sat, Sep 23). Trenton Branch. |
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KidsArt | Monday, Sep 18 at 10am |
This program is for any and all kids to explore new ways to create a masterpiece. Bring your creativity and dress for a mess! Drop-in from 10am - 11am on Monday, Sep 18. For all ages. Trenton Branch. | |
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| Preschool Storytime |
Wednesdays at 10am |
Children and their caregivers are invited to join us in person Wednesdays from 10-10:45am for stories, rhymes and music, followed by an activity. Recommended for ages 2-5 years. Trenton Branch |
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| Babytime! |
Thursdays at 10:30am |
Wiggle wiggle hands, wiggle wiggle toes! This program is designed for the youngest library visitors and their caregivers. From bounces and tickles, to songs and books, it's the perfect opportunity to bond with your baby and support their early literacy development. Ages 0-2. Drop-in. 10:30am - 11am. Trenton Branch |
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Toddler STEAM | Wednesdays at 2pm |
Science, technology, engineering, and math, with a little art thrown in! This program allows children to explore the world around them in a whole new way. Recommended for ages 3-5.Trenton Branch
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Afterschool Activities | Thursdays from 3:30pm-4:30pm |
Join us every week for a fun new activity to explore, create, or play. Recommended for school-age children. Thursdays 3:30pm - 4:30pm. Sep, 14, 21 and 28. |
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| Frankford Fun |
Wed, Sep 27 at 4:30pm | Perfect for crafty kids, this school-aged program guides kids through a creative project just for them. Registration required. Wednesday, September 27, 4:30-5:30pm
Frankford Branch |
Click here to register
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Music, Movement and Stories | Thursdays at 11am |
An interactive literacy experience for children and their caregivers combining music, storytelling and movement activities. Perfect for families with children under the age of 5. Thursdays at 11am starting Sep 14. Frankford Branch. | |
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PA Day KidsTech | Mon, Sep 25 at 10am or 11:30am |
Customize your own tic tac toe game using the Glowforge! Ages 8+. Please choose only 1 time to attend. All supplies will be provided. Trenton Branch. |
Sign up here for 10am
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Sign up for 11:30am
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Chess and Board Games Club | Learn to play chess and other board games in a welcoming environment.
In partnership with St. Leonard’s Community Services. Tuesdays, 5:30-6:30pm. Sep, 12, 19 and 26. For ages 8-17. |
| Featured Events for Teens |
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Learning to sew for teens | Thursdays from 3-5pm |
Learn to sew at the library - Teens only! This beginner’s sewing class will walk you through the basics of sewing seams, choosing fabric for your project, following a pattern, and neatly finishing your projects. This program runs for six weeks total. Registration required. Supply lists will be provided before classes begin; kits for each week’s project will be available to purchase. For ages 12-17. Thursdays from 3-5pm. Program starts Sep 14. |
Register here!
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PA Day Fun for Teens! | Mon, Sept. 25th 3pm-5pm |
Learn how to design and create your own custom t-shirt! Ages 12+. Please bring your own 100% cotton t-shirt. All other supplies will be provided and there is no cost for this program. |
Register here!
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Beyond YA: chatting, chilling, and more for teens! | Wednesdays from 3-5pm |
The library hangout just for teens! From art to makerspace projects, from games to workshops, this program has something for everyone. Wednesdays 3-5pm (excludes the 4th Wednesday of the month). Sep, 13, and 20. | |
| Beyond the Library: chatting, chilling, and more for teens! |
Wednesday Sep, 27. 4-5pm |
On the 4th Wednesday of each month, we’re taking our teen program down the road! Visit us at the Quinte West Youth Centre (2 Wooler Rd, Trenton, ON) from 4-5pm to hang out with us and chat books, learn new skills, and connect with our staff. Wednesday Sep, 27. | |
| Book Club |
Wednesday, Oct 4. |
Our next Teen Book Club meeting is Oct 4th. To join our book club or for more info visit our website here. |
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