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It's Public Library Month all October long!

Take part in our Library Stack Contest! Tag, DM or email us your photo of your checked out items (aka your library stack!) for a chance to win a stack of FREE books!

First Nations Public Library Week
Oct 3rd - 7th is First Nations Public Library Week.

This year's theme is Bekaa, Bzindaachagan. This a command that is told to people who are being impatient or brash in Anishinabemowin, the original language of the Ojibwe people. The act of waiting and listening to what someone has to say is a form of respect and offers listeners the opportunity to learn new perspectives. Bekaa, Bzindaachagan | Wait and Listen is a reminder for us to enrich our lives by listening to others imparting knowledge, perspectives, and history.

Haunted Library!

IT'S BACK! Drop in from 10am to 1pm for spooky crafts, games and activities during Haunted Library! October 29th, 2022 at both branches. For all Ages! Costumes encouraged but not required.

Frankford Fun

Join us for fun at the Frankford Branch! Make your own spooky lantern. For ages 6+ Wed, Oct 26th from 4:30-5:30pm. Registration required.

Sign up here!

I Read Canadian Day!

Did you know Nov 2nd is I Read Canadian Day? Celebrate the richness, diversity and breadth of Canadian literature with us! We encourage everyone to pick a Canadian book to read and share what they've read with us by Nov 2nd!

Need help getting started? Check out this list of great Canadian reads!

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.

Kinder Art

This program is for youngsters to explore their messy side through various types of process art. Monday, October 3rd 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:

Oct 6 - Kindness Rock Painting

Oct 13 - DIY Mini Books

Oct 20 - Engineering Challenge

Oct 27 - DIY Clay Beads

Young Imaginations
Join us weekly on Mondays starting Oct 17th from 5:15pm-6:30pm for Canadian History through the arts! Featuring special guests and more! For ages 8-12.

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

Oct 4, 11, 18, and 25. 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 October 5th at 4pm. Books will be available at both locations.

Teen Art

Make an edible Haunted House using Pop Tarts and candy!

Monday Oct 24th from 4:30pm - 5:30pm at the Trenton Branch. For ages 12-16.

Sign up here!

Adult Programs

Book Page Roses

Join us to make a trio of stemmed book page roses! Learn how to cut and curl paper to create a beautiful faux bouquet.

Oct 17th at 5:30pm (Trenton Branch) Sign up here!

OR

Oct 21st 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 Oct 12th and 24th 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

Community Art Swap

Drop off donations of art and craft materials in useable condition during the month of October. Come back to choose some new to you supplies on Sat, Nov 5th at 11am!

Suggested materials include: canvas, paper, vinyl, crayons, markers, pastels, paint, paint pens, watercolors, stain, beads, wire, string, jewelry hardware, fabric, yarn felt, ribbon

pipe cleaners, pom poms, sequins, glitter, seasonal items, paintable items, patterns

dried flowers, shells, wood coins, wood scraps, etc.

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.

Fri, Oct 7, 10am-12noon

Fri, Oct 21 from 10am-12noon

Wed, Oct 12 from 5pm-7pm

Wed, Oct 26 from 5pm-7pm

Use you own laptop or reserve a library laptop HERE!

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.

October 14th 10am - 12noon (Trenton Branch)

Join our Writer's Group!

Writer's Circle is a group of writers (like you!) who meet once a month to discuss and share their work! Meetings are held on the third Saturday of the month.

Are you intrested in joining? Please contact Krista: 613-394-3381 ext. 3325 kristar@quintewest.ca

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