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| Your guide to the latest news and events from your library! Inspiring you to learn, read, create and connect! |
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| How-to Fair |
Learn over 20 new skills during our How-to Fair! Pick from a variety of topics to learn, including: yoga for kids, balloon twisting, strength training, cursive writing, jiu jitsu and more!
Saturday, November 4th from 10am to 1pm at the Trenton Branch. | |
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World Town Planning Day | Did you know November 8th is World Town Planning Day? Join us at the Trenton Branch to celebrate! |
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A Christmas Carol Dramatic Reading |
Join us for a weekly live reading of Charles Dickens’ beloved classic, A Christmas Carol while enjoying FREE hot chocolate! Thursday evenings from 5:30pm to 6:45pm at the Trenton Branch. November 16 to December 7. |
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Give the Gift of Reading! |
Give the gift of Reading! We’re looking for donations of NEW children’s books in order to distribute them to children in need this holiday season. By donating, you will help promote the significance of books in a child’s life while also supporting family literacy. Book donations will be accepted in both Trenton and Frankford from Nov 1 to 30, 2023 in order to be distributed through local social agencies throughout December. |
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Teas the Season Tea Party! |
You are cordially invited to a festive, tea-tasting party at the library! Saturday, December 2 from 1m to 3pm at the Trenton Branch. Enjoy sweet treats while socializing with others over tea. RSVP here | |
| Countdown to the New Year with us! |
Is midnight just too late for you? (don't worry- us too!) Why not join us to countdown to the New Year in the afternoon? Saturday, December 30 at the Trenton Branch. We will be counting down to 2pm. Bring the whole family for New Years Eve activities and refreshments starting at 1:30pm. All ages. | |
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Craft Supplies Swap! |
Join us for a craft swap happening Saturday, November 18 at either branch! Donate your good condition craft supplies before November 18 to either the Frankford or Trenton Branch to then trade for new-to-you craft supplies on November 18 at 10am! |
| Featured Events for Adults |
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| Drop-in Genealogy Help |
Tue, Nov 21 at 9:30am | 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!
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Socrates Cafe | Nov 14 and 28 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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Service Canada Clinic | December 13 from 9:30am - 2:30pm |
Reserve a time to get help applying for a SIN, passport, EI, or Canada Pension. In the Multi-Purpose Room at the Trenton Branch. | |
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Intro to Machine Embroidery |
Learn all about our Sewing Studio’s Jade 35 Embroidery Machine! In this program, we’ll walk you through the process of designing a piece of embroidery using our embroidery files, introduce you to our embroidery pattern library, and show you how to use the machine to embroider your project! Bring something like a tote bag, t-shirt, or large piece of fabric to embroider. Friday November 17, 9:30am-11am. PROGRAM CURRENTLY FULL.
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Gift Bags | Learn to make a basic gift bag with a drawstring in our sewing studio. Registration required. Saturday, Dec 9 at 10am.
PROGRAM CURRENTLY FULL |
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Open Sewing Studio | Sat, Nov 11 from 2pm-4pm |
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 Nov, 11 from 2pm-4pm. | |
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Come Write in! |
Sat, Nov 11 from 1pm-3pm and Sat, Nov 25 from 1pm - 3pm. |
November is National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo), where novelists worldwide set a goal to write 50,000 words in the month of November. Join other writers at the Trenton Branch to chat about your writing projects and get in some writing time. All you need to bring are the writing tools of your choice, and an idea! | |
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Social Group | Nov 13 and 27 at 10:30am |
Engage in a fun activity with others! Join us Mon, Nov 13 and Mon, Nov 27 from 10:30am - 12noon at the Trenton Branch. In partnership with BQWCHC. No registration required. | |
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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 | Thursdays, Nov 2 - Dec 14 and Wednesdays Nov 8 and Dec 13. |
Drop in Thursdays, Nov 2 - Dec 14 from 1pm- 3pm and Wednesdays, Nov 8 and Dec 13 from 5:30pm to 6:45pm to learn more about creating with our Makerspace tech equipment like our Glowforge laser cutter, 3D Printer or Cricut machine! | |
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KidsArt | Mondays, Nov 6, 20, and Dec 4, 18. |
Are you ready for some art-tastic fun? Kids of all ages are invited to roll up their sleeves and create some magic from 10am to 11am. 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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Innovative Kids | Monday, Nov 13 and Monday Dec 11 |
Do you have a creative side? Each month a different type of creativity will be explored. Join us in November to create a mixed media collage, and in December to make Cards of Joy for the community. Trenton Branch. Ages 8+
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Afterschool Activities | Thursdays from 4pm - 4:45pm |
Join us every week for a fun new activity to explore, create, or play. Recommended for school-age children. Thursdays 4pm - 4:45pm Nov 2: Kandinsky Trees
Nov 9: Puzzles Races Nov 16: Oh, Snap! Cricut Exploration Nov 23: Let’s make Pumpkin Pie Dip
Nov 30: Card Games December 7: Watercolour Painting December 14: Tessellations |
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Remembrance Day | Saturday, Nov 11 at 12noon |
Join us to commemorate Remembrance Day at the library by listening to stories of peace and learning to fold a peace crane. Trenton Branch. Drop-in. All ages. |
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Write a letter to Santa! | Saturday, Nov 25 |
Drop by the library to write this year’s letter to Santa! Enjoy a cozy mug of hot chocolate and marshmallows, a crackling fire (not real, of course!), and put all your requests for Christmas down on paper. We’ll make sure they get mailed off! Trenton Branch. |
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| Frankford Fun: BINGO |
Wed, Nov 29 at 4:30pm | Perfect for crafty kids, this school-aged program guides kids through a creative project just for them. Registration required. Wednesday, November 29 from 4:30-5:30pm.
Frankford Branch |
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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. Frankford Branch. | |
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Kids Can Sew! | Thursdays: 3:30pm to 5pm |
Learn to sew at the library - for ages 8-12! 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. Four week program, Thursday afternoons, 3:30pm-5pm. Begins November 9. Registration required. |
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Reading Buddies | Tuesdays from 4-5.pm |
If you need a little help with your reading, Reading Buddies is for you! For grades 1-4, kids are paired up with a teen volunteer or community helper to spend time practicing their reading skills or playing literacy based games. Registration required; registrants will be accepted into the program based on the availability of volunteers. |
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Kahwá:tsire Indigenous-Led Programs | Tuesday, Nov 14 |
Let's Learn Indigenous Languages! Join Indigenous educators from Kahwá:tsire Indigenous-Led Child & Family Programs for Ojibwe Stories and Songs. Tuesday, Nov 14 at 10am | |
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PA Day Activities | Fri, Nov 3 and 10 |
Drop by either branch to play board games, complete a lego challenge, or try your hand at some Scratch coding using Scratch Coding Cards! Please note: These are all self-directed activities, so drop by at any point during the day to check them out!. | |
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PJ Storytime | Mon, Nov 20 and Dec 18 |
Wear your pj's or bring your favourite stuffy and simply listen to a few stories before bed in the children's area. All Ages. 6:15pm to 6:45pm. Trenton Branch. | |
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Hour of Code: Dance Party! | Mon, Dec 4 from 5pm - 6pm |
Come celebrate Computer Science Week and be part of the worldwide movement for an Hour of Code. We will use sprites to learn basic code for programming a Dance Party! Basic instruction will be provided and learners will be able to work at their own pace. Knowledge of how to use a laptop is necessary. Ages 8+ Register now to reserve your spot. |
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Gift Bags for Kids | Saturday, Dec 9 at 1:30pm |
Learn to make a basic gift bag in our sewing studio. For ages 9+ Registration required. |
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Forest of Reading Book Club | Once a month on Fridays |
Calling all Homeschoolers! Participate in the Forest of Reading with the library! Join us once a month to talk about the books in each category, enjoy a reading of two of the Blue Spruce picture books, and chat about your favourites in order to prepare for voting in April. Registration required. |
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Join Belly's Book Club! |
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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
| French Storytime is Back! (L'heure du conte) |
Joignez-vous à Mme Annie et Mme Mélanie pour des histoires et une activité, samedi 18 novembre 2023 à 10 h 30. Pour les 2-8 ans.
Pour plus de détails, visitez: www.ecolecatholique.ca/matineeslitteraires |
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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. Nov 7 to Dec 12. For ages 8-17. |
| Featured Events for Teens |
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Beyond YA: chatting, chilling, and more for teens! | Wednesdays from 3-4pm |
Check out the library's exclusive hangout just for teens like you! Whether you're into art, makerspace projects, or want to unleash your inner gamer, we've got you covered!Come join in on the fun every Wednesday from 3-4pm. Nov 1 - Dec 13 (excludes the 4th Wednesday of the month). | |
| Beyond the Library: chatting, chilling, and more for teens! |
Wednesday, Nov 22. 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, Nov 22. | |
| Book Club |
Wednesday, Nov 15 |
Psst, hey teens! Ready for a bookish adventure? Our next meeting is on Nov 15 at 4pm.Want to join the club or need more deets? Click here |
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